Contact & Location for Bethesda Friends Meeting
7400 Beverly Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
Service Times for Bethesda Friends Meeting
Sunday 11:00 AM
Worship
Programs & Ministries at Bethesda Friends Meeting
About Bethesda Friends Meeting
Bethesda Friends Meeting is a Quaker congregation in Bethesda, Maryland that gathers for worship every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. in the Meetinghouse on the Sidwell Friends Lower School campus. The meeting welcomes both in-person and online participation via Zoom, reflecting a commitment to accessibility and inclusion. BFM is rooted in five core testimonies: simplicity, peace, integrity, community, and equality, with a strong emphasis on social justice, environmental stewardship, and peace work. The congregation provides childcare for infants through pre-kindergarten and First Day School religious education programs for children in grades K-8. Beyond Sunday worship, BFM hosts midweek meetings for worship, book groups, comparative religion classes, and various adult religious education programs that explore Quaker faith and practice alongside contemporary issues.
First-Time Visitor Info for Bethesda Friends Meeting
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Quaker Meeting for Worship typically involves gathered silence with vocal ministry from those moved by the Spirit to speak, usually lasting about an hour. Visitor Tips: Visitors are urged to arrive a little early to settle in the meeting room, and refreshments are available after worship at 12:15 p.m.; childcare for infants through pre-K is available during worship.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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