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Bethel Baptist Church is located in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan. We are an urban church with a multi-cultural ministry welcoming singles and families of all backgrounds. Our 9:30 am service in English has sign interpretation for those with hearing needs. The 11:00 am service is entirely in Spanish.
In addition to the deaf ministry and Spanish services, we also have a full children’s ministry which includes childcare during the morning and evening services for infants through 4 year olds. In the evenings there is a class for everyone: Spanish and English bible studies for adults, Youth Group for 7th -12th graders, and Children’s Programs for 4 year olds – 6th graders.
A unique part of Bethel is the small groups that meet together through-out the week in people’s homes across the city. Our community groups really help build relationships.
Meet Our Staff
Senior Pastor Dana Arledge
Dana has been on staff at Bethel since 1989. He is a graduate of Liberty University and Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary and teaches as an adjunct instructor for Cornerstone University. He and his wife Valerie are enjoying their four grown children and many grandchildren.
Associate Pastor of Spanish Ministries Rubén Hooi
Rubén joined the staff at Bethel in the fall of 2006 coming from a ministry in Mexico. He is a Dutch citizen hailing from the island of Curacao. Rubén is a graduate of Rio Grande Bible Institute and is fluent in several languages including Dutch, Spanish, Papiamentu, and English. He and his wife Ana have made their home in Portage.
Associate Pastor of Youth and Music Kipp Crigger
Kipp joined the staff at Bethel early in 2006 moving to Michigan from Des Moines, Iowa. He is a graduate of Faith Baptist Bible College. He plays the guitar and violin and enjoys playing video games with the youth. He and his wife Katie stay busy with their their three children; Kimi, Kiara, and Kolby.
Minister of Discipleship Norm Miller
Norm joined the staff at Bethel at the beginning of 2007 coming from Westwood Baptist Church. Norm is a graduate of Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music. He and his wife Diane have made their home in Kalamazoo and are enjoying an empty nest with their three children out on their own. They enjoy their two grandsons as well.
