Stewardship Stories

"Taking the Next Step" is a comprehensive campaign. Its goal, by 2008, is to strengthen almost all forms of support for Bethel—for capital improvements, the Annual Fund, endowment, and planned giving through avenues such as wills and trusts.

We are thankful for generous partners whose gifts to Bethel long before the campaign have set a standard of faithful stewardship.

Vic and Diane Anderson: Offering "Loaves and Fishes"

"Bethel has been a very positive influence in our lives as well as in the lives of many family members and friends" More...

Vi Bergquist: A Passion for Education

"It's a privilege to contribute to Bethel students through scholarships..." More...

Alan and Rebecca Johnson: "Honored" to Support Bethel

"There are needs right now with respect to facilities and financial support that are crucial if Bethel is going to have a secure decade ahead." More...

Gene and Kathy Johnson: Preparing Ethical Journalists

"It is vital to prepare journalists who are professional and credible. Our democracy depends on it." More...

Paul and Emily Lundberg: Retiring Wisely and Giving, Too

Couple diversifies retirement options and makes a generous gift to Bethel. More…

Mary Jo Monson Gift Reflects a Nurse’s Heart

It seemed natural for this caring philanthropist to continue investing in future generations of nurses. More...

John and Arlene Peterson: Indebted to Bethel

"We think Bethel has the opportunity to educate more Christian young people who can impact the world." More...

Carl and Mary Schmuland: Investing in Lives

“This is a way to leave something behind, a way of influencing the next generation.” More...

Nancy and Mark Turek: Influenced by Godly Faculty

Nancy and Mark are already giving back to their alma mater, even while raising a young family. More...

Chris and Amy Wiens

"We give to Bethel because it has given us so much," says Chris Wiens '93. More...

Gina and Bob Johnson

Bob and his wife Gina have decided to be a part of what they call "Give to Live" plan. More...