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MEMBER NEWS

Bethany Changing the World, and Lansing Community

through Family

BY MATTIE MILNE, KOLT COMMUNICATIONS

ethany’s goal is simple: aid those in need. non-discriminatory practices. We will work with anyone interested in providing
From adoption, foster care, and overall a safe, stable home for children.”
family assistance Bethany Christian Services
Bhas been ministering to the community for Bethany offers many services, including transitional foster care, specifically created
more than 75 years. to provide help for unaccompanied refugee and immigrant minors. Bethany helps
families receive foster parenting licensure. The organization offers Safe Families,
With the global headquarters located in Grand a family preservation program allowing children to temporarily stay with another
Rapids, and a local office in East Lansing, the fully family as their guardian(s) get back on their feet. Bethany also has pregnancy
accredited organization works in 35 states and more counseling services created for families experiencing an unexpected pregnancy.
than a dozen countries, serving more than 50,000
people yearly. “Welcoming people of all nationalities, race, heritage, gender, and sexuality is on
the public’s radar now more than ever before,” Stevens said. “Although Bethany
Through the years Bethany has continually aimed Stevens has always worked to include everyone, we wanted to make it very clear and
to include and assist people from all backgrounds. intentional that we provide services accessible to all.”
Recently, the nonprofit approved practice of inclusivity across all service lines to
ensure every individual in need feels welcomed. To learn more about other Bethany programs, how you can get involved, or
donate, visit: Bethany.org/eastlansing. n
“Bethany aimed to create consistency across all offices to better serve,” said Krista
Stevens, executive branch director of East Lansing. “Bethany is committed to

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