At bethany, we believe god calls us to step in with compassion and courage According to luke, our lord’s ascension took place near bethany (luke 24:50, 51) Bethany still exists as a settled town today, its population being something like 1000. Bethany, a small village located on the eastern slope of the mount of olives, holds a significant place in the new testament narrative Approximately two miles from jerusalem, bethany served as a pivotal location in the ministry of jesus christ and is mentioned several times in the gospels. Bethany is perhaps most famous for being the site of one of jesus’ greatest miracles
This event not only demonstrated jesus’ divine authority over life and death but also foreshadowed his own resurrection. We believe every child deserves to be loved, connected, and empowered through family Βηθανία) is often understood to mean “house of affliction” or “house of figs.” located roughly two miles (approximately three kilometers) east of jerusalem near the mount of olives, it served as a village on the road to jericho.
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