The New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church is an independent church in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Previously known as the First Methodist Church, the church disaffiliated from the United Methodist Church in 2023.
The New Bethlehem First Fellowship Church is located on Penn & Lafayette Street in New Bethlehem PA within the Redbank Valley community.
Methodism in New Bethlehem dates back to 1838 when services were held in the log house of Phillip Hoffman, the location of which is now 341 Broad Street. Smith’s Schoolhouse, about one-half mile out of town, was also used for services until 1848, when a school was built in New Bethlehem and the religious services transferred to it.
The First United Methodist Church was built in New Bethlehem in 1853 and dedicated in February 19, 1854. This church, which was a plain, wooded structure and which served the needs of the congregation for 42 years, stood on the location of the paved parking lot in back of the present church.
Our first ministers were the Rev. George Reeser and the Rev. Ahab Keller who were itinerant ministers out of the Curllsville Charge in 1849. Our church became a station appointment in 1901, except during the years of 1954-1965, when Leasure Run Church was also served by the New Bethlehem pastors.
The church was the place of Worship for the Methodists until 1896, when our present church was completed and dedicated April 19, 1896. An addition to the church was constructed in 1927.
In recent years several changes have been added to the church.
In 1993, the Cross and Flame was added to the Lafayette Street side of the church. The steeple was also added that year.
In 1996, the church celebrated its 100th anniversary. A cabinet was built in the narthex of the church for a membership chain. Each chain link represents a member of the church.
In 1998, the double bulletin board on the side front yard was built and the windows on the outside of the church were covered with new protective glass.
The 65+-year-old organ was renovated over a period of 3 years and completed in 2004. In 2005, a new roof was put on the entire church. The beautiful stain glass restoration project, which was to repair the lead in the windows, was finished in 2007.
In 2009, a project to replaster and paint the sanctuary and narthexes has begun.
In 2015, a new sound system was installed.
The New Bethlehem First Baptist Church is located on the corner of Broad & Lafayette Street in New Bethlehem PA within the Redbank Valley community.
We welcome you to worship with our family & friends as we continually grow in faith, in love and in our Lord Jesus Christ.
The Fairmount City United Methodist Church is located in Fairmount City PA, just outside of New Bethlehem PA in the Redbank Valley community.
Part of the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry, Franklin District
The Distant Baptist Church is located in Distant PA, just outside of New Bethlehem PA, in the Redbank Valley community.
Mailing Address: PO Box 12, Distant PA 16223
The Cottage Hill Wesleyan Methodist Church is located in New Bethlehem PA and in the Redbank Valley community.
Mailing Address: Rt 66 North, New Bethlehem PA 16242
The Cornerstone Church of God is located in Fairmount City PA, just outside of New Bethlehem PA in the Redbank Valley community.
Mailing Address: PO Box 126, Pine Street Ext, Fairmount City PA 16224
The Hawthorn Calvary United Methodist Church is part of the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry, Franklin District
Mailing Address: 234 Penn Street, New Bethlehem PA 16242
The exact date of the building of the church is not known, but an item from the quarterly conference minutes of April 12, 1873, mentions securing lumber; and in the May 2, 1874 quarterly conference minutes, it states that the meeting was held in the Hawthorn Calvary Church. It is agreed that the church was dedicated about December 1, 1873.
The ground on which the church was built was deeded to Daniel Haupt and Jacob Shick for $250.00. Later another lot was deeded to J.C. Mohney and James C. McKelley for $250.00, and it was on this lot that the parsonage was built about 1875.
In 1893, when a division occurred in the Evangelical Association, the conference to which West Millville belonged, joined its forces with the United Evangelical Church. In 1922, the two bodies again merged to form the Evangelical Church.
In 1913, the church was remodeled for the first time at a cost of $2,412.00. The Mission Band raised $102.00 during the year and stood in first place at the W.M.S. Convention.
In 1915, the stained windows were placed in the sanctuary.
In 1916, at the annual conference, Hawthorn was separated from the Oak Ridge and Fairmount City Churches.
In 1925, the church was wired for electricity.
In 1926, the basement was added with a kitchen and heating plant.
In 1939, the church was carpeted for the first time and a garage was built for the parsonage.
Valley Flowers and Gifts is a florist and primitive gift shop located at 235 Wood St. New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 16242
Valley Flowers and Gifts was started with the intentions of being a small town floral business with a few gifts, keeping things genuinely unique and simply put: Primitive.
We are easy to find, nestled in the valley of New Bethlehem, 1 hour north of Pittsburgh on Route 28.
If you are not local, no worries! We will ship across the United States in hopes of giving our small town customer service to many other small towns across the country.
Evermoore’s Restaurant is a local food establishment located at 341 Broad St. New Bethlehem PA 16242
Evermoore’s Restaurant offers American family-style cooking.
Gift Certificates and Catering Services available.
Banquet Room available for social clubs, businesses, families and class reunions. Call for pricing and availability.
The New Bethlehem Lions Club meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month at 6:30 PM @ Evermoore’s Restaurant
Mission: To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.
Lions are groups of service-minded men and women who are interested in doing volunteer work to improve their communities. Membership is by invitation. If you’re interested in being invited to join an existing Lions club, go to our Web site and select “Find a Club.” Contact a club near you and express your interest in becoming a member.
Becoming a Lions club member gives you the opportunity to volunteer locally, or internationally. Make new friends and professional connections. Lead projects that make your community a better place to live.
- Community Service
- Fun and Friendship
- Leadership Skills
- Networking
- International Service
- Family Friendly
- Opportunities for Young People
The Redbank Valley Girl Scouts, located in New Bethlehem PA, offers the best leadership development experience for young ladies in the Redbank Valley community. Girl Scouts is proven to help girls thrive in five key ways as they:
- Develop a strong sense of self.
- Seek challenges and learn from setbacks.
- Display positive values.
- Form and maintain healthy relationships.
- Identify and solve problems in the community.
Daisy 20004:
K&1 meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday’s is the month at the primary school 3:15-5:00
Brownies 20642:
2nd grade meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at the primary school 3:15-5:00
Brownies 20017:
3rd Grade meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at the intermediate school 3:15-5:30
Juniors 26805:
4&5 meet the 1st Thursday of the month at the intermediate school 3:15-5:30
Cadets 26805:
6-8 meet at the Redbank Valley Public Library the 2nd Thursday of the month 3:15-5:30
New Bethlehem Fire Company meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm @ the New Bethlehem Fire Hall
Organized in 1879 under the name The Friendship Fire Association, the fire company was reorganized under the name New Bethlehem Fire Company #1 in 1904. It was again reorganized in 1932 under the name New Bethlehem Fire Company #1 and Relief Association.
It has served the borough of New Bethlehem and it’s surrounding area for many years. Since its formation two other companies have formed within a five mile area of New Bethlehem
The New Bethlehem Fire Company #1 covers the area of New Bethlehem Borough, Porter Township and parts of Redbank Township in Clarion County and South Bethlehem Borough in Armstrong County. It covers approximately 56.49 miles and is still a completely volunteer department.
The New Bethlehem Barbershop Harmony Group meets every Tuesday at 7pm @ New Bethlehem Fire Hall
Mission: The New Bethlehem Barbershop Harmony Group brings men together in harmony and fellowship to enrich lives through singing
Barbershop harmony is a style of unaccompanied vocal music characterized by consonant four-part chords for every melody note in a predominantly homophonic (the same word sounds at the same time) texture. The melody is consistently sung by the lead (second tenor), with the tenor (first tenor) harmonizing above the melody, the bass singing the lowest harmonizing notes, and the baritone completing the chord. Occasional brief passages may be sung by fewer than four voice parts.
- To perpetuate the old American institution, the Barbershop quartet, and to promote and encourage vocal harmony and good fellowship among its members.
- To encourage and promote the education of its members and the public in music appreciation.
- To promote public appreciation of Barbershop quartet and chorus singing by publication and dissemination thereof.
- To initiate, promote and participate in charitable projects.
- To establish and maintain music scholarships and charitable foundations.
- To initiate and maintain a broad program of musical education, particularly in the field of vocal harmony and the allied arts.
The American Legion Post 354 Walter W. Craig, Inc. meets the 2nd Monday of each month in the basement of the Moose Lodge at 440 Broad Street New Bethlehem at 7pm.
A light snack will follow the meeting.
For more info, please visit: http://www.Legion354.org
Broadwood Towers has a total of 65 units, all of which are assisted living units. All units on this property are one-bedroom. New Bethlehem, PA in Clarion County offers a unique, tight-knit community where neighbors know each other and can enjoy peace of mind at Broadwood Towers. The fact is, even though the city is smaller, there are plenty of things to do and see, giving residents unlimited activities.
This apartment community is not like a typical senior housing community. In fact, the staff provides independent living services to help ensure seniors can enjoy their golden years the way they want to. Some of the other amenities offered to residents at Broadwood Towers include:
- Balconies in some apartments
- Affordable, income based housing
- Pet play area
- Heating and air conditioning service
- Cable ready and access to high speed internet
- On-site laundry facilities
- On-site parking
There are endless amenities and features offered by Broadwood Towers and this makes life comfortable for all residents. For seniors who are active, this is the ideal living community. There are plenty of things to do and see and the location of the community is convenient for access to other parts of this quaint town.
South Bethlehem Borough Council meets at 7:00 p.m. the 1st Monday of the month in the South Bethlehem Borough Building on 309 Grant Street, New Bethlehem PA 16242.
Physical and Mailing Address: 217 West Broad Street, New Bethlehem, PA 16242. The Borough has no Zoning or Planning Commission.
Borough Building Phone: (814) 275-2260 Borough E-mail: [email protected]
The Redbank Valley Municipal Authority meets at 7:00 p.m. the 3rd Thursday of the month in the New Bethlehem Alltel Building,
Lafayette Street, New Bethlehem.
At the Redbank Valley Primary School, we strive to instill the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed for each student to become a productive member of society and achieve at his or her highest potential. At the Primary School, we serve students in kindergarten through second grade. We believe that all students have the ability to learn and to become life-long learners, while understanding that all students learn at their own pace. Our desire is that we provide a warm, supportive school environment where students can excel academically.
“The mission of the Redbank Valley School District community is to instill the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed for each student to achieve at his or her highest potential while providing a safe, disciplined, and inviting environment.”
Redbank Valley School District is located in the rolling hills of rural northwest Pennsylvania along the Redbank Creek. Redbank Valley, and specifically New Bethlehem, is approximately one hour north of Pittsburgh on Route 28; 15 miles southeast of U.S. Route 80, exit 64 at Clarion, via State Route 66; and 17 miles southwest of U.S. Route 80, Exit 78 at Brookville, via State Route 28. This area is a primary north-south corridor for travelers.
The Grace Baptist Church is located at 607 E Washington St. New Bethlehem, PA 16242
If you are looking for a place where you will feel welcome and can become part of a family, you’ll find just that here at New Bethlehem Grace Baptist Church.
We endeavor to make the Word of God part of our every day lives. We want to live our lives just like Jesus would if He were us.
Rite Aid is located at 610 Broad St, New Bethlehem, PA 16242
Rite Aid is one of the nation’s leading drugstore chains with nearly 4,700 stores in 31 states and the District of Columbia, with a strong presence on both the East and West coasts.
To be a successful chain of friendly, neighborhood drugstores. Our knowledgeable, caring associates work together to provide a superior pharmacy experience, and offer everyday products and services that help our valued customers lead healthier, happier lives.
South Bethlehem House Apartments has a total of 18 units, all of which are assisted living units. South Bethlehem, PA in Armstrong County offers a unique, tight-knit community where neighbors know each other and can enjoy peace of mind. The fact is, even though the city is smaller, there are plenty of things to do and see, giving residents unlimited activities.
Joe’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is located at 210 Broad Street in New Bethlehem PA.
Joe’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant is a family-owned authentic Italian Restaurant that offers Pizza, Shrimp Alfredo, Penne Pasta and so much more!
Dining room available for parties, meetings, class reunions and gatherings.
Call for hours, orders and more information.
The Cottage Hill Wesleyan Methodist Church is located in New Bethlehem PA and in the Redbank Valley community.
Mailing Address: Rt 66 North, New Bethlehem PA 16242
Academic success is our priority at Redbank Valley High School. We have top notch teachers and staff working as a team to provide high level academics, a safe learning environment, and career readiness for all students. Upon opening the doors to the building, you will recognize that you are a part of something big. We foster respect with our words, actions, and appearance. You are welcome to stop by for a visit anytime.
“The mission of the Redbank Valley School District community is to instill the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed for each student to achieve at his or her highest potential while providing a safe, disciplined, and inviting environment.”
Redbank Valley School District is located in the rolling hills of rural northwest Pennsylvania along the Redbank Creek. Redbank Valley, and specifically New Bethlehem, is approximately one hour north of Pittsburgh on Route 28; 15 miles southeast of U.S. Route 80, exit 64 at Clarion, via State Route 66; and 17 miles southwest of U.S. Route 80, Exit 78 at Brookville, via State Route 28. This area is a primary north-south corridor for travelers.
Redbank Valley School District provides education services for the 165 square mile area of New Bethlehem and Hawthorn boroughs, and the townships of Mahoning, Madison, Porter, and Redbank of both Clarion and Armstrong counties. The district consists of two elementary schools in New Bethlehem and Hawthorn, and the high school in New Bethlehem.
“The mission of the Redbank Valley School District community is to instill the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed for each student to achieve at his or her highest potential while providing a safe, disciplined, and inviting environment.”
Redbank Valley School District is located in the rolling hills of rural northwest Pennsylvania along the Redbank Creek. Redbank Valley, and specifically New Bethlehem, is approximately one hour north of Pittsburgh on Route 28; 15 miles southeast of U.S. Route 80, exit 64 at Clarion, via State Route 66; and 17 miles southwest of U.S. Route 80, Exit 78 at Brookville, via State Route 28. This area is a primary north-south corridor for travelers.
For more information about the district, please visit our website: http://www.redbankvalley.net
Subway is located at 945 Broad St. in New Bethlehem PA.
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Online Orders from Subway Mobile App.
Dining room and catering available.
The New Bethlehem First Church of God is located in New Bethlehem PA, within the Redbank Valley community.
The First Church of God in New Bethlehem is a global movement of people seeking to fulfill God’s mission in the world. We’re committed to studying the Word of God and faithfully living it out. We accept the Bible as the inspired and inerrant Word of God and as the ultimate and absolute authority in matters of faith, doctrine and Christian living.
The First Church of God of New Bethlehem, PA is affiliated with the Church of God in Anderson, Indiana.
The Fairmount City United Methodist Church is located in Fairmount City PA, just outside of New Bethlehem PA in the Redbank Valley community.
Part of the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry, Franklin District