OUR RESOURCES
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.
Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
- Philippians 2:3-4
Check our Disciple Supports, Special Celebrations, Realm Church App and Facility Rental.
Disciple Support
"Who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God." - 2 Corinthians 1:4
Christian Counseling and care at Star are different from counseling in the mental health community. Pastor Jones seeks to help people through the word of God deal with bereavement, grief, pre/marital counseling, and other life issues.
"“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’" - Matthew 25:40
Our Benevolent Ministry exists to assist members and non-members in times of financial need. We provide a Basic Need on a Short-Term Basis Only.
For members please alert your Tribal Leader (Deacon) and they will help you fill out an application Once we have received your application. It will be reviewed, and you will be informed whether or not the requested amount can be made. Please note that applying does not guarantee that your request will be granted. The church does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability. The church may provide short-term (or emergency) assistance to ensure that an applicant has the basic necessities.
All assistance granted to the applicant for emergency needs will be paid directly to the business or service provider. Assistance may also be provided in the form of goods. The type of aid that is appropriate depends on the individual’s needs and available resources.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. Need must be related to a short-term financial crisis (medical emergency, accidents, loss of job, etc.)
2. Requests for assistance are limited to Two (2) disbursements annually (within a 12 month period),
Per Household (special circumstances will be reviewed).
3. Documentation supporting the financial need will be required.
EXCLUSIONS:
1. Legal fees related to family disputes.
2. Long-term and repetitive expenses.
3. Non-essential expenses.
4. Mobile Phone (an exception can be made if it’s your only phone)
BENEVOLENCE PROCESS:
1. Contact your Tribal Team Leader for a Benevolent Request Form.
2. Complete and submit the Benevolent Request Form to your Tribal Team Leader with the appropriate documentation (incomplete forms will not be processed).
3. The Tribal Team Leader will submit the form to the Benevolent Treasurer.
4. The Benevolent Treasurer and Deacon Chairpersons will review the request and present it to the Pastor for final approval. If approved, the check will be issued to your provider as soon as possible.
Additional Criteria:
If more than two requests are made annually, you will be given a list of other non-profit agencies and advised to seek the assistance of a professional financial advisor.
Requests should be made at least a Week in Advance
"There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them." - 1 Corinthians 12:4
The Bible teaches us that God gives at least one spiritual gift to every believer. These gifts enable us to grow, equip, mature, and unite the body of Christ (Eph. 4). It's important that we know and operate in our gifting. The best way to discover your gift is to:
- As God to show you
- Surrender your heart to serve God
- Figure out what you do and don't like to do
- Ask God to show you
- Take a Spiritual Gift Survey
Click the button below to take an online survey. At the end of the survey create a new login. It only takes 10-12 minutes.
Download Gift Discovery Reflection Questions
Special Celebrations
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18
Star of Bethlehem provides comfort, aid, and support to members, their families, and friends after the loss of a loved one. Our Pastor and facilities are available for both funerals and repasses.
To schedule your loved one’s homegoing service, contact the Church office at 914-762-1360 or email us at office@starbethbc.org.
"Children are a gift from the LORD" - Psalm 127:3
Baby Dedications are a time set aside in the life of the church to celebrate the entrance of a new life into the church family, by seeking God’s favor and blessings over the child and to charge the parent or parents before God and man that parents need God’s wisdom and help in raising their child and with God’s help, parents will do your best to set the example for this child to follow in the way of the LORD.
The Baby Dedication at Star of Bethlehem does not involve baptism. We believe that baptism is meant to take place at a time when an individual makes a personal decision to follow Christ and is old enough to repent and confess to Jesus publicly.
Baby Dedication Schedule: Here at Star Dedications normally are done on a Quarterly Basis.
"Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." - Romans 12:10
As two people join their lives to establish a Christian home, the church rejoices with them and is eager to help make the wedding reverent, beautiful, and memorable. The true beauty of a wedding lies in the spirit and attitude of those who take part.
Your wedding and marriage are sacred and should be carefully planned. For that reason, Star has the following policies and guidelines:
- Select an officiant to preside over your ceremony. If you would like Pastor Jones to serve as your officiant, please check his availability by contacting the Church Office at 914-762-1360 or office@starbethbc.org.
- Once your date has been confirmed with the Church office, you will be asked to fill out a Facility Request Form to secure your space for your wedding.
Note: Couples who use an outside officiant but want to be married in our sanctuary must attend 1 pre-marital counseling session with Pastor Jones.
Realm Church App
Stay connected with all church events, notices and announcements through your phone. Download the “Realm Connect ” app for iOS or Android devices for free. It will allow you to do the following:
- Online Membership Directory
- Electronic Giving
- Event Registration
- Communicate with other Star Members
- Join a Ministry or Volunteer to serve and much more
Facility Rental
Our facility is dedicated for the glory and worship of God and to serve the fellowship and social needs of the congregation & the larger community.
The Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church is available to for rent. Our facility built in 1996 is a great location for weddings, receptions, baby showers, birthday and retirement parties, conferences, concerts, gospel programs, luncheons and banquets.
We have also hosted several film & television production crews. If you are interested in using our facility as a crew site please call the church directly at 914-762-1360.
