This church, founded in 1969, was formerly The United Pentecostal Church of Des Plaines. Since 1996 the congregation has been led by Pastor Charles L. Reid III or Dr. Chuck, as he is known to some. It has 10 ministries including Healthy Living, the Usher Board, Christian Education and Dare to Live, a substance abuse program. Bethesda hosts group Bible studies at locations, such as nursing homes, outside the church upon request.