Your purchase of Luminaria kits will go directly to help New Bethany Ministries offer hope and support to people who experience poverty, hunger, and homelessness.

About New Bethany Ministries

New Bethany Ministries offers hope and support to people who experience poverty, hunger, and homelessness . We believe that all people, regardless of circumstances, should be treated with dignity and care without judgment. No one who seeks help is turned away.

A brief history of Luminaria Night

Luminaria Night started 23 years ago in the neighborhood west of Linden Street and north of Johnston Drive. Three neighbors wanted to recreate the tradition of connecting homes with the light of candles in bags at the holiday season. Through the sale of kits, they raised $300 that first year, all of which was donated to a family in need. Fast forward to 2019, when the event surpassed over $1 Million raised for New Bethany Ministries over the lifetime of the event. We are fortunate to have community members who care about their neighbors who experience poverty, hunger, and homelessness.