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Bethany Church

3532 SOUTH HOYNE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60609
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4.6 · 15 Google reviews

About Bethany Church


Bethany Church is a Baptist Churches Church in Chicago, Illinois located at 3532 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60609. Bethany Church was founded in 1871. As of April 2026, Bethany Church holds a 4.6-star rating across 15 Google reviews. The building at Bethany Church seats 1800. The Bethany Church parish office answers at (773) 523-7911.

On Sundays we have a worship service at 10:00 am. On Wednesdays during the school year, we have AWANA Clubs for kids (3yr old - 6th grade) and Youth Group (7th - 12th grade). We welcome you to come visit us anytime!

We are a community of imperfect people endeavoring to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. We have experienced forgiveness from God and possess a hope that comes through Christ. We proclaim the good news that Jesus Christ offers peace with God and eternal hope to all who trust and obey him."

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First Baptist Congregational Church is a United Church of Christ and Baptist congregation currently located at 60 N. Ashland Blvd. in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The church building is an Illinois Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building was designed by architect Gurdon P. Randall for the Union Park Congregational Church, founded in 1860, and was built between 1869 and 1871. After the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the Mayor's Office, City Council, and General Relief Committee of Chicago were temporarily headquartered in the church. In 1910, the building of near...

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When does Bethany Church hold services?


Bethany Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 6:30–8 PM, Thursday Closed, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10 AM–1 PM, Monday Closed, Tuesday 6:30–8 PM. All times are local to Chicago, IL.

Wednesday
6:30–8 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
10 AM–1 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
6:30–8 PM

Where is Bethany Church located?


Bethany Church is located at 3532 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60609. The building sits at coordinates 41.82927, -87.67819, placing it in Chicago, IL 60609.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 24, 2026.

The neighborhood around Bethany Church


The ZIP code 60609 area around Bethany Church is home to 63,241 residents with a median household income of $47,209 and a median age of 35.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

63,241 Residents in ZIP 60609
35.4 Median age
$47,209 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Bethany Church


Baptist churches emphasize Scripture, a clear gospel message, and music — and welcome visitors to observe freely.

  • Services usually run 60–90 minutes: worship songs, a Bible-centered sermon, and an invitation to respond.
  • Communion (called the Lord's Supper) is observed periodically, open to anyone who has professed faith in Christ.
  • Dress is casual; families are welcomed and children are often part of the service.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

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Your Sunday at Bethany Church


Service window 10 AM–1 PM
Nearest transit Archer & 35th Street/Hoyne · 312 ft
Coffee after Chile Toreado · 679 ft

Bethany Church by the numbers


155 Years of continuous worship since 1871
1800 Seats in the main sanctuary
15 Google reviews to date
Gothic architecture Architectural tradition
Gurdon P. Randall Architect (Wikidata)

Questions and answers about Bethany Church


What denomination is Bethany Church?
This parish is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
What are the service times at Bethany Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 6:30–8 PM, Thursday Closed, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10 AM–1 PM, Monday Closed, Tuesday 6:30–8 PM
What is the phone number for Bethany Church?
You can reach the parish at (773) 523-7911.
Where is Bethany Church located?
The parish is located at 3532 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60609.
When was Bethany Church founded?
Founded in 1871.
How do visitors rate Bethany Church?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 15 Google reviews.
How large is Bethany Church?
The building seats 1800.
What is the architecture of Bethany Church?
Bethany Church is a Gothic architecture building, designed by Gurdon P. Randall.

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