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Bethel's history from 1746 to 1974 is described in depth in Bethel and Her Ministers written by Herbert S. Turner, D.D., to commemorate our 200th anniversary in 1946 and updated to include later years with the help of James Sprunt, D.D.

In Dr. Turner's words "To have rounded out 200 years of history and still remain strong and vigorous is a glorious achievement for any institution. It tells a story of splendid service through the years. The church founded in pioneer days by men of faith and vision… was responsible more than any other factor for that type of culture which has come to be associated with the Valley of Virginia."