Hi, I’m Bethany, and I’m really glad you’re here.

About Me

If you were to ask what makes me tick, what drives me, or where my motivation comes from, I would respond with: “Easy… It’s Discipleship.” Not the “I passed Discipleship 101” kind of discipleship. Not the “I know stuff about Jesus” kind of discipleship. Nah, I’m talking about the kind of discipleship where there is real transformation occurring in a person’s life. The kind of discipleship where someone is crazy passionate about Jesus and it spills out to everyone around them. The kind that leads someone to live into their God-given potential and thrives in what God has called them to do. The kind of disciple that makes even more disciples. THAT kind of discipleship. That makes me tick.

I have been a worship leader for more than half my life and began speaking in church and retreats within the last few years. One thing that I have learned throughout my time in ministry, is that no matter where you are in life, no matter what you do, where you work, or where you live, God can always use you to disciple others. Over the years, I came to realize that being a good worship leader doesn’t mean singing songs, leading a band well, or hitting all the right notes… A good worship leader uses the platform God has given them to disciple people. To humbly lead them to Jesus. Every time.

So whether I am leading worship, speaking, writing, developing leaders, or leading a small group, I have committed to using whatever platform Jesus has given me to make disciples for his kingdom.

When I’m not leading worship, speaking, or leading, you’ll find me chasing around our four crazy awesome kids, Ella (12), Vera (10), Liam (7), and Willa (5). You’ll find me writing music, hiking, drinking too much coffee, or nervously rooting on our Cleveland sports teams. My husband Chris and I helped plant our church, Renew Communities, about ten years ago (check us out at renewcomuninties.com!) where I serve as the Worship & Women’s Pastor. Chris and I have also have written and recorded 2 worship albums and shockingly enough, have had over 1 million plays on Spotify.

Overall, my passion is pointing people to Jesus through worship, teaching, and discpleship. I would love the opportunity to use my calling to encourage you, your church, the individuals in your group, or your group event.