She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. ~ Proverbs 31:26
Category Archives: The Holy Bible
Sunday Is the Beginning of Advent
Sunday, December 3, 2017 is the First Sunday in Advent.
The first Candle of the Advent Wreath is lit on the first Sunday of Advent, on December 3 this year. It is called the Prophecy Candle and reminds us that Jesus’ coming was prophesied hundreds of years before He was born. The candle’s purple color represents Christ’s royalty as the King of Kings.
Suggested Bible Reading: Luke 1:26-38
Chuck Knows Church — ADVENT WREATH. Four candles in a circle with a big one in the middle? Yep, take a moment and learn the basics about the advent wreath. And why is the pink candle…pink?
Today at Pender UMC ~ November 12, 2017
Please join us today at our 8:15, 9:30 or 11:00 am worship services. We will bring to a conclusion the three week series on the Three Simple Rules of our founder John Wesley. These are rules which call forth the best in each of us, and challenge us to be Jesus’ disciples every day. The key to our success is in the third rule: Stay in Love with God. (Mark 12:28-34)
We also will begin to receive our Pledge Cards for your financial stewardship commitments.
Also today:
The United Methodist Women will host a Fair Trade Market after the 11am service (during the Chicken-Chili lunch) in the fellowship room and fellowship hall. The vendors will sell fair trade goods, including: food, clothing, accessories, household goods, decorations, etc. Please come peruse the merchandise and know that anything you purchase has helped to better the life of someone in a less fortunate situation than ours.
Fair trade means workers in developing countries are paid a living wage. Some of the proceeds will go to the Pender UMW for our mission work and UMCOR. Thanks for your support and happy shopping!
JLU (Jesus Loves You)
Youth Group for 4th-6th Graders
JLU (Jesus Loves You) Pender’s Junior Youth Group for grades 4 – 6 meets this Sunday, November 12th, from 5 – 7pm in the Cornerstone Room (Room 215). We will continue our study of places in the Bible.
Sing ‘n Celebrate ~ Celebration of Children
Sing ‘n Celebrate Celebration of Children at October 1 at 5:00
Save this date for your family’s opportunity to hear Pender kids sharing about the beautiful story of “Good Good Father” — which will leave your children with a greater understanding of who God is and of who they are because they are loved by Him.
We read in Matthew 7:12 – “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you”, which is commonly known as the Golden Rule.
This statement, as Jesus formulated it, is the foundation of active goodness and mercy — the kind of love God shows to us every day.
We have a special opportunity next Sunday to be witness to our children and grandchildren demonstrating in words and acting this type of love.
Today, September 24, at Pender UMC
Please join us this Sunday, September 24th, at our 8:15, 9:30 and 11am Worship Services.
Pastor Dan will be preaching at all 3 services and will continue his sermon series based on our church-wide study, “Solve: Finding God’s Solutions in a World of Problems.” This week’s sermon is entitled “Let’s Do This!” (Nehemiah 2:11-16)
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Juvenile Detention Center
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This Sunday, September 24, join us in worship with the young men and women at the Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center. Your participation matters to the residents, as the staff repeatedly tells us how we make a difference in the young men’s and women’s lives and the lives of the staff!
All you need to do is show up and worship! We meet at 1:00 at the Juvenile Detention Center. Hope to see you there!
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WFCM’s Current Request for Donations:
Hamburger Helper & Boxed Mash Potatoes
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All donations may be left in the blue grocery cart located in the coat rack area. Financial contributions are also accepted (cash, check or through our website). Please mark your tax-deductible donation “WFCM Food Pantry.” This will be recorded on your giving statement.
Please note: We do not accept any items that have been opened.
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New Church-Wide Study
On September 17th, our Pastors will begin a new sermon series based on our new church-wide study, Solve: Finding God’s Solutions in a World of Problems by Talbot Davis (5-week study based on the Book of Nehemiah).
EVERYONE is invited to join one of our studies. This will be a great opportunity for our church family to grow closer to God and each other! There are groups for everyone!
Adult Sunday School Classes:
9:30 am – Beginning Sept.17th in Room 218/220 (New Directions Class)
9:30 am – Beginning Sept.10th in Room 200 (Bethany Class)
9:30 am – Beginning Sept.17th in Room 215 (Cornerstone Class)
11:00 am – Beginning Sept.10th in Room 218/220 (11am Class)
Mondays:
9:30 am – Women’s Bible Study, beginning Sept.11th in Room 216
Tuesdays:
2:00 pm – Pastor Kenny’s Study, beginning September 12th in Rm. 218/220
7:00 pm – Pastor Kenny’s Study, beginning September 12th in Rm. 218/220
7:30 pm – Youth Bible Study (7th-12th grades), beginning Sept. 19th
in the Youth Room
Wednesdays:
7:00 pm – Pastor Dan’s Study, beginning Sept. 20th in Room 215
7:30 pm – Joy Sisters Women’s Study, beginning Sept. 20th in Library
Thursdays:
7:00 pm – Uncommon Men’s Group, beginning Sept. 7th in Rm. 218/220
Saturdays:
11:00 am – College Age Study, (date TBD) at the Parker’s house
Today’s Bible Verse ~ Psalm 33:12
Today’s Bible Verse
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance.” –Psalm 33:12
