Community Outreach

Below you will find just a few of the ways we stay involved in and support our wider community!
 

United Caring Services

We have a history of a strong, supportive relationship with UCS, which was originally founded by one of our sister UCC churches.  In addition to serving a meal there once a month, we also include UCS in our annual budget and support various initiatives they have throughout the year.  Recently, our congregation collectively donated the money toward more than 20 new windows for their aging facility.  Pastor Emily and Lee Ann Shafer are currently serving on the Board of Directors, as have many other members of Bethlehem through the years. 

Habitat for Humanity of Evansville

We support HFH through our annual Summer Social, our children's Giving Vortex, and periodic bank collections, all of which help raise both funds and awareness. These events bring our community together in meaningful ways while encouraging generosity across all age groups. In addition to these activities, we maintain an ongoing commitment to Habitat’s mission of providing safe and affordable housing. Each year, we pledge $6,000 to support the UCC/DOC Habitat build in Evansville. Through these combined efforts, we strive to make a lasting, positive impact on families in need.

Undie Sundays

During the month of February, our Eosin fellowship group organizes and hosts a congregation-wide collection of new socks and underwear for local school children. These essential items are delivered to students through the EVSC’s Hanger’s Clothing Bank, which supports families facing financial hardship. The drive engages our entire church community, inviting people of all ages to participate in a simple but meaningful act of care. Last year, we were able to donate more than 2,200 brand-new items to the Clothing Bank for distribution to EVSC children. Through this annual effort, we help ensure that students have comfort, dignity, and the basic necessities they need to thrive at school.

Tri-State Food Bank

On weekends when we share Communion, we also each bring something to the table by collecting canned fruit for the Tri-State Food Bank. This practice allows us to connect our worship with meaningful action, offering tangible support to neighbors facing food insecurity. Over time, these small individual gifts add up to make a significant contribution to the Food Bank’s efforts. In addition to our Communion collections, proceeds from our annual Fish Fry also go toward supporting the Tri-State Food Bank. Together, these traditions help us strengthen our community and extend care beyond our church walls.

Our Building

Our building and grounds are frequently used by other community non-profit organizations, such as the Scouts and local baseball and softball teams. By opening our space to these groups, we provide a safe and welcoming environment where they can meet, practice, and grow. This shared use of our campus strengthens our relationship with the community and helps support programs that benefit local families. We take pride in being a resource for organizations that make a positive impact. We truly love having community members utilize our campus and bring it to life throughout the year.