September 28, all three services – Gifted to Serve – Romans 12:1-21

Gifts are given to us by God. Once we realize what God has done we are to use these gifts in service to others and the world. What are you doing for the body of Christ? What are you offering the world?

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

• Traditional Service 8:15 and 11 AM
• common ground 9:30

What to expect at Pender UMC

Directions to Pender

Also on Sunday:

• September 28: Pender UMC Calendar Events
• September 28: This Week at Pender email newsletter
• September 28: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
  • Small Bags of Flour & Sugar
  • All types of milk (evaporated, condensed, powder…)
  • 46 oz. bottles of oil, fruit juices, plastic bags and egg cartons are always needed and welcome too!
• Donations can be left in the blue grocery cart in the coat rack section.
• September 28: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 170 sermons available. More information
• September 28: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
• September 28: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
• September 21: Common Ground Service, 8:15 am. More information
• September 28: Sunday School Classes. More information
• September 28: New Directions Sunday School Class new study, “All In” by Mark Batterson. The following is a brief synopsis regarding the study – “Nothing belongs to you — not even you! Discover the radical act of dethroning yourself and enthroning Christ as King of your life!” New members are always welcome!! We meet in Room 206 at 9:30 AM. If any questions, feel free to contact Carol Wilson If any questions, feel free to contact Carol Wilson by email or at (703) 815-1744.
• September 28: New Sunday School Class: The Truth Project (began September 21) (in the Genesis to Revelation Sunday School Class in Room 218-220) This Focus on the Family’s DVD series, with 26 one-half hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett, is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
• September 28: New Sunday School Class: The Good and Beautiful God (began September 21) (Room 205 – Library) A new Sunday School course immediately after the 9:30 am worship service led by Brian and Angie Green will be reading and discussing this book. To sign up or find out more information, please sign up on the Connection Card in the bulletin on Sunday.
• September 28: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
• September 28: Celebration Ringers, 5:00-5:45 pm.  Register for this choir
• September 28: Youth Handbell Ensemble, 5:00-5:45 pm.  Register for this choir
• September 28: Youth Choir, 5:45-6:30 pm.  Register for this choir
• September 28: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information