The New Mission Statement:

“We are God’s people, called to empower inner-city youth and families to model responsible behavior through discipleship, education and leadership development.”

The New Vision Statement:

“The Bethlehem Center seeks a transformation of the Alton Park community by serving as a compelling safe haven and a strategic life equipper.”

We Envision:

“A Vision for Building the Kingdom of God in the Inner City Neighborhoods of Chattanooga and the Nation” 

     •    Community blessed with wholeness before 2011:  Godly values Christian  lifestyles,  Biblical principles
     •    Viable community economy, quality employment opportunities|
     •    Redeveloped housing, multiple choices to a variety of income levels
     •    Robust retail environment, attracting customers from greater Chattanooga
     •    High quality public and private schools
     •    A “community in touch with itself” – proactive in achieving its own destiny
     •    The Bethlehem Center serving as “holy ground”, a safe haven, a center of hope
     •    A shifted agenda, with less attention on developing a safety net, and more attention on advancing a recovered, wholesome community
     •    For The Beth:  a strong Christian staff that’s fairly compensated, modern facilities and systems, and a stable financial base
     •   Tracking our students future progress in life.
     •    ... and on going