# https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org

> Where You Can Begin Again


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## Pages

- [Pictures - 2012 Youth Sunday](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2012-youth-sunday/)
- [Pictures - 2012 Homecoming](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2012-homecoming/)
- [Pictures - 2011 Homecoming](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2011-homecoming/)
- [Pictures - 2011 Easter Craft Event](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2011-easter-craft-event/)
- [Pictures - 2011 Bowling Outing](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2011-bowling-outing/)
- [Pictures - 2010 VBS](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2010-vbs/)
- [Pictures - 2010 BBQ Fundraiser](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2010-bbq-fundraiser/)
- [Pictures - 2008 Sanctuary Door](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2008-sanctuary-door/)
- [Pictures - 2008 VBS](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2008-vbs/)
- [Pictures - 2007 Kids for Christ](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2007-kids-for-christ/)
- [Pictures - 2007 Homecoming](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2007-homecoming/)
- [Pictures - 2007 Christmas Program](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures-2007-christmas-program/)
- [Bowling Video](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bowling-video/): 2011
- [Galileo Green Gorilla](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/galileo-green-gorilla/): 2010 VBS – Galactic Blast
- [2012 VBS Slideshow](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/2012-vbs-slideshow/)
- [2012 Blessing of the Animals](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/2012-blessing-of-the-animals/)
- [Bethel Youth – You Are More (Cardboard Testimony)](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-youth-you-are-more-cardboard-testimony/): 2014
- [Bethel Youth – It’s Christmas](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-youth-its-christmas/): 12-22-2013
- [Bethel Youth – Joy to the World](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-youth-joy-to-the-world/): 12-22-2013
- [Bethel Youth Bells – O Holy Night](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-youth-bells-o-holy-night/): 12-22-2013
- [Bethel Men – We Three Kings](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-men-we-three-kings/): 2014
- [Baptismal Dedication](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/baptismal-dedication/): August 31, 2014
- [The Missing Jesus](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/the-missing-jesus/): 12-11-2015
- [Bethel-North Adult Handbell Choir 04/17/2016](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/bethel-north-adult-handbell-choir-04-17-2016/)
- [Media](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/media/): Videos Pictures
- [Pictures](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/pictures/): 2012 Homecoming 2010 VBS 2012 Youth Sunday 2008 Sanctuary Door 2011 Bowling Outing 2008 VBS 2011 Easter Craft Event 2007 Christmas Program 2011 Homecoming 2007 Homecoming 2010 BBQ Fundraiser 2007 Kids for Christ
- [Videos](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/videos/): 2016 Bethel-North Adult Handbell Choir – Jesus Love Me 2015 The Missing Jesus 2014 Baptismal Dedication 2014 Bethel Men – We Three Kings 2013 Bethel Youth Bells – O Holy Night 2013 Bethel Youth – Joy to the World 2013 Bethel Youth – It’s Christmas 2014 Bethel Youth – You Are More (Cardboard Testimony) 2012 Blessing of the Animals 2012 VBS Slideshow 2011 Bowling Video 2010 Galileo Green Gorilla – (VBS – Galactic Blast)
- [2021 Sermons](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/2021-sermons/): Sermons2024 Sermons2020 Sermons Pentecost Sunday – May 23, 2021 – Acts 2: 1-21 – Feeling the Flame Worship Service – May 16, 2021 – Acts 1: 1-11 – Are We There Yet? Worship Service – May 9, 2021 – Matthew 6: 24-34 – You Can’t Serve Two Masters Worship Service – May 2, 2021 – Acts 8: 26-40 – The Right Place at the Right Time Worship Service – April 25, 2021 – Acts 4: 1-20 – Is There a Witness in the House? Worship Service – April 18, 2021 – Acts 3: 12-19 – Time for a U-Turn Worship […]
- [2020 Sermons](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/2020-sermons/): Sermons2021 Sermons Worship Service – November 29, 2020 – Hanging of the Greens Worship Service – November 22, 2020 – 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18 – Three Reasons to be Thankful Worship Service – November 15, 2020 – Galatians 3: 26-29 – Divided We Fall Worship Service – November 8, 2020 – Matthew 25: 1-13 – What do WE do now? All Saints Day Service – November 1, 2020 – Revelation 7: 9-17 – 8,736 Messages Worship Service – October 25, 2020 – Matthew 22: 34-40 – Love Worship Service – October 18, 2020 – Matthew 22: 15-22 – We Have […]
- [Mortgage Burning of 1967 Pictures](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/mortgage-burning-of-1967-pictures/): SCENES FROM 1967 HOMECOMING AND MORTGAGE BURNING
- [History](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/history/): Pastors History 1852 to 1968 Mortgage Burning of 1967 Pictures
- [History 1852 to 1968](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/history-1852-to-1968/): BETHEL METHODIST CHURCH 1852 – 1968Pelion Charge By ENOCH S. FINKLEA, JR, PastorSeptember 19, 1968 “Bethel” is a name that means much to many people. To Jacob, recorded in the Book of Genesis, it was the gate of Heaven where he saw the ladder with angels ascending and descending. To him this was the “House of God”, which is the definition of the word, Bethel. Through generations many houses of worship have been designated by the title Bethel and whatever other title may have been used, it literally meant the “House of God”. To the people of Lexington County in […]
- [Former Pastors](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/former-pastors/): LEXINGTON CIRCUIT:1852 – J. W. J. Harris; J. T. Kilgo1853 – J. W. J. Harris; E. A. Price1854 – A. B. McGilvary; E. A. Price1855 – T. D. Purifoy; W.M Mood1856 – Frederick Rush1857 – Jackey Bradley; E. A. Lemmond1858 – Martin Eaddy1859 – Louis Scarborough1860 – E. J. Pennington; W. B. Currie1861 – E. J. Pennington; J. B. Massebeau1862 – D. W. Seale; W. A. Clark1863 – W. A. Clark; A. S. Link1864 – J. W. McRoy1865 – 1866 – L. M. Little1867 – 1868 – Unknown1869 – A. B. Tarrant UPPER ORANGE CIRCUIT:1870-1872 – Unknown1873-1875 – E. A. […]
- [Directions](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/directions/): Address: 811 Peachtree Rock Road, Lexington, SC 29073 View a map to Bethel United Methodist Church. Directions From Gaston:Take Meadowfield Road past Sandhills Middle School until you reach S.C. Highway 6.Turn right onto S.C. Highway 6.Follow Highway 6 for 2 miles.Turn right onto Bethel Church Road at the large Bethel United Methodist Church sign.The church is just ahead. From Lexington:Take Highway 6 East, thru Red Bank.Merge with Highway 302.1.5 miles bear left staying Highway 6 towards Swansea.Follow Highway 6 for 0.7 mile.Turn left onto Bethel Church Road at the large Bethel United Methodist Church sign.The church is just ahead. From […]
- [Prayer Garden](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/prayer-garden/): The Prayer Garden is always available for you to come to pray and spend time in the presence of God. Psalm 33: 20-22 “Our soul waits for the Lord;he is our help and shield.Our heart is glad in him,because we trust in his holy name.Let your steadfast love, O Lord,Be upon us,even as we hope in you.” It is often in silence when we sense the power of God the most. Allow the Holy Spirit to teach you how to wait in His presence. Upper Room Prayer Line: If you would like someone to pray with you, call 800-256-2468. Our […]
- [2024 Sermons](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/sermons-2024/): Sermons2021 Sermons Worship Service – December 29, 2024 – 1 Peter 5:1-11New Life Resolutions Moravian Lovefeast – December 24, 2024 – Luke 2:1-14A Christmas Revelation Worship Service – December 22, 2024 – Matthew 1:1-12, Luke 2:8-20Are You a Shepherd or a Magi? Worship Service – December 15, 2024 – Luke 1:5-25The Other Nativity Story Worship Service – December 8, 2024 – Isiah 11:1-10It’s Been a Long Time Coming Worship Service – November 24, 2024 – Philippians 4:10-13Thankfulness in all Situations Worship Service – November 17, 2024 – Hebrews 10:10-14Once and For All Worship Service – November 10, 2024 – Romans […]
- [About](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/about/): About Bethel United Methodist Church Welcome to the web site of Bethel United Methodist Church. Whether you’re new to the community or have been away from the church for some time, Bethel is a place where you can come and experience God’s love. We truly have “Open hearts, open minds, open doors”.We are a small, growing church family, with ministries for all age groups.We continually look for ways to fulfill Jesus’ call to reach out into our community. (See ourOutreach/Missions page.) We invite you to join us on Sunday morning at 9:15 for Sunday School and 10:15 for worship, and […]
- [Outreach / Missions](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/outreach-missions/): April Mission Emphasis: Random Acts of Kindness Each month the United Methodist Church focuses on different missions and ways to reach out to those in the community. For April, the emphasis is on Random Acts Of Kindness. So, throughout April, try and find different ways to show kindness. One really great thing you can do is to pay for the car behind you at McDonalds, Starbucks, or any other drive thru. You can also show kindness by helping someone out at the grocery store, or take a meal to one of the shut-ins in your community.  Be keeping your eyes […]
- [Youth](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/youth/): Sunday School for ages 11-18, 9:15 AM each SundayYouth Fellowship Group – Ages 11+ (see calendar)Participate in Worship and prepare special services during the year Participate in Salkehatchie Summer Service (those 14+ are eligible) Active in Souper Bowl and other mission activities 2012 Confirmation Class   Adopt-A-Highway Bethel Youth at Asbury Hills Bethel Youth and AdultsAdopting Highway 6 (2011)   Archery Practice  
- [Sermons](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/sermons/): Worship Service – Decenber 28, 2025 – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18Better Know a Book of the Bible: 1 Thessalonians<span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” data-mce-type=”bookmark” class=”mce_SELRES_start”></span><span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” data-mce-type=”bookmark” class=”mce_SELRES_start”></span> Worship Service – December 24, 2025 – Matthew 11:2-11, 18:1-4Christmas Through a Child’s Eyes<span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” data-mce-type=”bookmark” class=”mce_SELRES_start”></span><span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” data-mce-type=”bookmark” class=”mce_SELRES_start”></span> Worship Service – December 21, 2025 – Matthew 1:18-25Son of Who?<span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” data-mce-type=”bookmark” class=”mce_SELRES_start”></span><span style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: […]
- [Calendar](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/calendar/)
- [Children](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/children/): Sunday School for ages 3-11, 9:15 AM Vacation Bible School each summer Annual Easter Egg Hunt The Easter Egg Hunt is for toddlers through 10 year olds. Trunk-R-Treat in October Prayer Bear Ministry:  We worship with the bears each Sundayand make them available to shut-ins, and those in hospitals, nursing homes, and children’s homes.
- [Contacts](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/contacts/): Pastor – Scott Matthewsbetheltrock@gmail.com336-782-1324 Men’s Groups – David McElreathor Robert Scarborough at res@tds.net United Methodist Women – President – Youth Activities – Location: 811 Peachtree Rock Road,  Lexington, SC 29073Mailing Address: PO Box 84653, Lexington, SC 29073
- [Home](https://bethelumcpeachtreerock.org/): Located at: 811 Peachtree Rock Road,Lexington, SC 29073 Mailing Address: PO Box 84653Lexington, SC 29073 Contact: Rev. Scott Matthews336-782-1324 Donate to Bethel with your credit card. Coming soon. Learn more about theUnited Methodist Church The South CarolinaConference of theUnited Methodist Church     United Women in Faith United Methodist Men     The Upper RoomDaily Devotionals


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