Our Mission
Bethlehem Center of Nashville is a non-profit Family Resource Center that promotes self-reliance and positive life choices for children, adolescents and seniors in the North Nashville community through the delivery of quality programs and services. Established in 1894 as a rescue mission and day school by United Methodist Women, we continue the ministry of “changing lives and building futures.
Supporting Nashville Families Since 1894
Saving Lives – Building Futures
UMC
Bethlehem Center of Nashville is a National Mission Institution of the Women’s Division, General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church.
More than 100 years ago, Estelle Haskins, a Caucasian missionary, and Sallie Sawyer, an African American Fisk University graduate, merged services to start a kindergarten, well baby clinic, sewing circle and recreation programs.
These two women broke racial and gender barriers of their time to form a ministry to serve those in need. Today, Bethlehem Center continues its ministry of “changing lives and building futures to support the needs of inner-city working families. As a Family Resource Center, we remain committed to the education and care of at-risk children and youth, serving the needs of seniors, feeding the hungry and providing hope, help and healing for those in need.
Leadership Team
Bethlehem Centers of Nashville has dedicated and skilled staff who work to carry out its mission. To reach our management, please contact (615) 329-3386 and the appropriate extension.
ADMINISTRATION:
Steve Fleming, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 615-329-3386 Ext. 230, sfleming@bethlehemcenters.org
Denotra Sneed, Receptionist & Youth Specialist, 615-329-3386 Ext. 221, frontdesk@bethlehemcenters.org
Community Relations 615-329-3386 Ext. 230, sfleming@bethlehemcenters.org
FINANCE, PROPERTY & PERSONNEL:
Tom Keller, Accountant 615-329-3386 Ext. 224, tkeller@bethlehemcenters.org
YOUTH PROGRAMS/FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Steve Fleming, CEO, 615-329-3386 Ext. 230, sfleming@bethlehemcenters.org
THE FAMILY COLLECTIVE
Shelly Payne, Family Coach 615-329-3386 Ext. 232, spayne@bethlehemcenters.org