BCF Missions
Katie Hagstrom, Missions Pastor
”But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” - Acts 1:8
These words of Jesus inspire and inform our hearts and actions for Missions at Bethel Christian Fellowship. We believe He empowers us to share the Gospel of Jesus outside the walls of our church — to advance the Kingdom of God through strategic, relational partnerships that are local, national, and international.
Our Global Partners
+ Shelley Carl
Shelley was Bethel’s Children’s Pastor when God called her to Japan in 1986. Her ministry there has been planting churches and pastoring, serving on the boards of Teen Challenge & Central Bible College in Japan, and the co-managing editor for the Japan FIREBIBLE. Japan is less than 1% Christian and is the second largest unreached people group in the world.
+ Mark & Lera Hamilton
Lera grew up in Bethel’s youth group and met Mark when they were both working with Young Life in Belarus. Today they train and equip local Christians to reach out to teenagers - as well as host workshops, youth programs, and summer camps - to introduce a generation to Jesus. Their ministry reaches Lithuania, Belarus & the Baltics.
+ Leslie Latona
Leslie Latona, a former Bethelite, has been serving in Colombia for over 20 years. She has been called to teach and train young adults in missions at the Bible School in Armenia, Colombia. Before going to Armenia, Leslie was in Bogota, Colombia where she partnered with local ministries who met the needs of children – by giving them meals, education, and sharing the Gospel.
+ Samuel & Florence Mkisi
Bishop Samuel & Florence Mkisi are pastors of Church On The Wings —overseeing a number of churches in Malawi, Africa. By God’s divine arrangement, and with the help of churches & ministries, they opened an orphanage to meet the needs of orphaned, abandoned, and endangered children. At Upendo Children’s Village we built Bethel House, just one home to 60+ children.
Our Local Partners
+ Bethel Express
Michael & Julia Peace have led Bethel Express since 1987. This urban ministry is dedicated to affecting the lives of children, ages 6 – 12, with the good news of Jesus Christ. Each Saturday BE offers breakfast, fellowship, and a worship experience with Biblical teaching, along with tutoring and mentoring so they become agents of impact.
+ CompassCare
CompassCare Pregnancy Services has been Rochester’s trusted source for reproductive healthcare for over 35 years. With six offices in NYS, CompassCare operates a professional medical office with staff dedicated to serving women facing unplanned pregnancies by transforming their fear into confidence.
+ CUFI
Christians United for Israel is the largest pro-Israel organization in the US. They strive to act as a defensive shield against anti-Israel lies, boycotts, false theology, and political threats that seek to delegitimize Israel’s existence.
+ Fruitful Branches
Laura Woods oversees this ministry. For more information, email info@bethelcf.com
+ Lifenet Apostolic Network
LAN was started by Apostle Ron Domina. Its mission is to help establish and deepen connections between marketplace and ministry leaders along with other cultural influencers - to strengthen and facilitate cooperative ventures. Their desire is to provide strength, encouragement, and accountability to those who have a shared passion and vision for the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
+ Mighty Oaks Foundation
Mighty Oaks provides peer-to-peer Resiliency and Recovery Programs that serve as the catalyst to assist our Nation’s Warriors, and spouses, dealing with challenges related to the struggles of daily military life, combat deployments, and the symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTSD) - offered at no cost to our Nation’s Warriors, including travel at beautiful ranches across the US. "Never Fight Alone"
+ Quest For Life
Quest for Life’s purpose is to provide Christians with opportunities to reveal Jesus as the source of life and to proclaim this truth. They endeavor to serve the local church by providing training and opportunities for Christians to stand for the sanctity of life and the Gospel.
+ Rochester ATC
This ministry is a faith-based solution for the drug epidemic. Taking a holistic approach, they provide services designed to help with the spiritual, mental, emotional, social, and physical wellness of those struggling with addiction. With proven solutions for life-controlling issues, lives are transformed and graduates flourish—free from addiction.
+ The Father's Heart
Russ & Anne Loria started The Father’s Heart in 2011. Their mission is to bring the hope of JESUS to the hurting, lonely, and hopeless hearts to those in Monroe County and its surrounding areas. They do this by sharing the Word of God, serving over 300 meals a week in their mobile kitchen, and giving clothing to those who are in need.
+ The Open Door Mission
The Open Door Mission is a Christian Rescue Mission founded on the belief that with proper resources hope can be restored and lives forever changed. Services offered are Food & Emergency Housing, Meals, Clothing, Chapel Services, Women & Children Residents, and Addiction Recovery.
+ World Missions Alliance
Chuck & Helen Todd has a two-fold vision: to preach the Gospel in the world’s “hot spots” and give Christians the opportunity to fulfill the Great Commission. Today WMA reaches into 20 countries meeting the needs of local churches, helping the poor, and opening doors for Christians to experience the blessing of God’s harvest.
+ Youth For Christ
YFC reaches young people by working with the local church and other like minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus. Using various programs, they instill devotion to the Word of God and prayer, encourage a lifestyle of holiness, and a passion for Christ. They also spearhead a Fatherhood Initiative to change culture.
