Lenten Sing ‘n Celebrate

Sing ‘n Celebrate is Pender Church’s informal evening worship service that has a focus on contemporary Christian music and original dramas and testimonies. Dress is casual and the atmosphere offers a wonderful means to start the week with God in mind.

In addition to music and testimonies, prayer is offered. Communion is served periodically.

Sing ‘n Celebrate ~ April 12 at 7:00 PM

When Pontius Pilate became a part of Jesus’ journey to the cross, he did not know, as a truth, that Jesus IS GOD AND MAN, yet one person. But just the way Jesus had conducted himself when in his presence caused him to agonize over his fateful decision that sent an innocent “MAN” to Calvary. Save this date as an opportunity to see this portrayed through drama, Pastor Kenny’s message, and the praise music of JC Reigns.

JC Reigns leads worship with both modern Christian songs and a selection of old church hymns – the aim is to meet the needs of all who attend. JC Reigns has been together for 14 years and over the course of that time, has recorded five Christian CDs and used all the proceeds to benefit world wide and local charities.

Whether you are a new Christian, or have been following Christ for years, this is just a wonderful way to gather in fellowship, sing songs to God and listen to your brothers and sisters as they share their faith. We invite you to come and bring a friend, meet other Pender People and leave with a song on your heart and the Son in your eyes.

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Posted by MaryO on April 7, 2015 in Get Involved!, Music, Pender UMC

Tags: cross, JC Reigns, Jesus, Lenten Sing 'n Celebrate, Pontius Pilate, Sing 'n Celebrate, testimony

Today is Palm Sunday! Pender UMC

29 Mar

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most important week of the church year. At the other end of Holy Week is Easter, the most important day of the church year.

For Christians, this is the big event! And it’s all about the mystery that somehow Jesus Christ makes us one with God.

The days leading up to Easter often have an understandably somber feel to them, particularly as we contemplate Jesus’ arrest, trial, and execution. It’s easy to forget that the week begins with a joyful event: the Triumphal Entry!

Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week. On Palm Sunday, we commemorate Jesus’ celebrated entry into Jerusalem just a few days before his arrest, trial, and crucifixion.

The “palm” in Palm Sunday refers to the palm branches waved by the adoring Jerusalem crowds who welcomed Jesus and proclaimed him King. The event is commonly referred to as the Triumphal Entry. Here’s the account from Matthew 21:1-11:

As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.”

This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:

“Say to Daughter Zion,

‘See, your king comes to you,

gentle and riding on a donkey,

and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”

The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted,

“Hosanna to the Son of David!”

“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”

“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”

The crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”

Read more

Chuck Knows Church — Palm Sunday. Have you ever waved a palm branch in a worship service? If so, do you know why? Chuckle along and learn about Palm Sunday with Chuck

March 29 at 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 am – PALM/PASSION SUNDAY –

8:15 & 11:00 am Service Sermon Title: Old Rugged Cross

9:30 am Service Sermon Title: Palm Branches & Kings – Luke 19:28-38

For more information about our upcoming sermons, click here.

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

What to expect at Pender UMC

Directions to Pender

Also Sunday:

March 29: Palm Sunday – Holy Week Begins More information
March 29: Pender UMC Calendar Events
March 29: This Week at Pender email newsletter
March 29: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
- Hamburger Helper & Peanut Butter
- 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.
March 29: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 206 sermons available. More information
March 29-April 15: Sign up for Mulch, delivered by the Pender Men. More information
March 29: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
March 29: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
March 29: Common Ground Service, 9:30 am. More information
March 29: Sunday School Classes. 9:30 am More information
March 29: New Directions Sunday School Class. Mark Batterson’s book entitled “The Circle Maker – Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears”. We meet in Rooms 218-220 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.
March 29: Sunday School Class: The Truth Project (began September 21) 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. lesson discusses the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
March 29: 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.
March 29: Sunday School II for adults. 10:45 am-noon
March 29: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
March 29: Youth Confirmation Classes
March 29: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information

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Posted by MaryO on March 29, 2015 in Bible Study, Chuck Knows Church, Get Involved!, Holidays, Lent, Music, Pender UMC, Posts of Interest, Sermon, The Holy Bible, Videos

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Sunday, March 29, at Pender UMC ~ Palm Sunday

25 Mar

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most important week of the church year. At the other end of Holy Week is Easter, the most important day of the church year.

For Christians, this is the big event! And it’s all about the mystery that somehow Jesus Christ makes us one with God.

The days leading up to Easter often have an understandably somber feel to them, particularly as we contemplate Jesus’ arrest, trial, and execution. It’s easy to forget that the week begins with a joyful event: the Triumphal Entry!

Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week. On Palm Sunday, we commemorate Jesus’ celebrated entry into Jerusalem just a few days before his arrest, trial, and crucifixion.

The “palm” in Palm Sunday refers to the palm branches waved by the adoring Jerusalem crowds who welcomed Jesus and proclaimed him King. The event is commonly referred to as the Triumphal Entry. Here’s the account from Matthew 21:1-11:

As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.”

This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:

“Say to Daughter Zion,

‘See, your king comes to you,

gentle and riding on a donkey,

and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”

The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted,

“Hosanna to the Son of David!”

“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”

“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”

The crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”

Read more

Chuck Knows Church — Palm Sunday. Have you ever waved a palm branch in a worship service? If so, do you know why? Chuckle along and learn about Palm Sunday with Chuck

March 29 at 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 am – PALM/PASSION SUNDAY – Green and Dry Trees – Luke 23:26-31

This Sunday we look at the cross and its meaning. The tree had been cut down and was dead when they chose it for a cross. So what is this about a green tree? Let’s see the life that is in the Cross!

For more information about our upcoming sermons, click here.

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

What to expect at Pender UMC

Directions to Pender

Also Sunday:

March 29: Palm Sunday – Holy Week Begins More information
March 29: Pender UMC Calendar Events
March 29: This Week at Pender email newsletter
March 29: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
- Canned Fruit & Fruit Juice
- 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.
March 29: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 206 sermons available. More information
March 29-April 15: Sign up for Mulch, delivered by the Pender Men. More information
March 29: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
March 29: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
March 29: Common Ground Service, 9:30 am. More information
March 29: Sunday School Classes. 9:30 am More information
March 29: New Directions Sunday School Class. Mark Batterson’s book entitled “The Circle Maker – Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears”. We meet in Rooms 218-220 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.
March 29: Sunday School Class: The Truth Project (began September 21) 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. lesson discusses the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
March 29: 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.
March 29: Sunday School II for adults. 10:45 am-noon
March 29: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
March 29: Youth Confirmation Classes
March 29: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information

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Posted by MaryO on March 25, 2015 in Bible Study, Books of The Bible, Chuck Knows Church, Get Involved!, Holidays, Lent, Music, Pender UMC, Posts of Interest, Sermon, The Holy Bible, Videos

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Today at Pender UMC ~ March 22, 2015

22 Mar

Please join us this Sunday, March 22, in worship at the 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 Services.

SERIES FOR LENT; LIVING THE HARD SAYINGS OF JESUS

March 22 –

8:15 and 11:00 am: Be Perfect – You’re kidding Right! – Matthew 5:43-48

Be perfect! No way that’s gonna happen in my life is it? Is it impossible or just improbable because we aren’t willing to strive for perfection. If Jesus lives in us to say perfection in us is impossible means Jesus lied. Let’s see how its done!

9:30 am: Seeking Perfection, Embracing Love – 1 John 4:7-21

For more information about our upcoming sermons, click here.

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

What to expect at Pender UMC

Directions to Pender

Also Sunday:

March 22: Pender UMC Calendar Events
March 22: This Week at Pender email newsletter
March 22: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
- Canned Fruit & Fruit Juice
- 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.
March 22: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 204 sermons available. More information
March 22-March 23: Sign up for the Easter Story Time & Egg Hunt. More information
March 22-April 15: Sign up for Mulch, delivered by the Pender Men. More information
March 22: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
March 22: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
March 22: Common Ground Service, 9:30 am. More information
March 22: Sunday School Classes. 9:30 am More information
March 22: New Directions Sunday School Class. Mark Batterson’s book entitled “The Circle Maker – Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears”. We meet in Rooms 218-220 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.
March 22: Sunday School Class: The Truth Project (began September 21) 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. lesson discusses the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
March 22: 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.
March 22: Sunday School II for adults. 10:45 am-noon
March 22: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
March 22: Youth Confirmation Classes begin
March 22: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information

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Posted by MaryO on March 22, 2015 in Bible Study, Get Involved!, Holidays, Lent, Missions, Pender UMC, Sermon

Tags: 1 John 4:7-21, canned fruit, canned juice, Fruit Juice, Genesis to Revelation, Hard Sayings of Jesus, Jesus, Lent, Lenten Sing 'n Celebrate, Matthew 5:43-48, meeting, New Directions, Pender Podcast, Pender UMC, Rev. Kevin Havens, RevKev, sermon, sermon series, Sing 'n Celebrate, Sunday School, testimony, Time Out, traditional service, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, WFCM, Worship Service

Sunday, March 22, 2015 at Pender UMC

19 Mar

Please join us this Sunday, March 22, in worship at the 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 Services.

SERIES FOR LENT; LIVING THE HARD SAYINGS OF JESUS

March 22 – Be Perfect – You’re kidding Right! – Matthew 5:43-48

Be perfect! No way that’s gonna happen in my life is it? Is it impossible or just improbable because we aren’t willing to strive for perfection. If Jesus lives in us to say perfection in us is impossible means Jesus lied. Let’s see how its done!

For more information about our upcoming sermons, click here.

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

What to expect at Pender UMC

Directions to Pender

Also Sunday:

March 22: Pender UMC Calendar Events
March 22: This Week at Pender email newsletter
March 22: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
- Hamburger Helper & Chunky Soups
- 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.
March 22: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 204 sermons available. More information
March 22-March 23: Sign up for the Easter Story Time & Egg Hunt. More information
March 22-April 15: Sign up for Mulch, delivered by the Pender Men. More information
March 22: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
March 22: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
March 22: Common Ground Service, 9:30 am. More information
March 22: Sunday School Classes. 9:30 am More information
March 22: New Directions Sunday School Class. Mark Batterson’s book entitled “The Circle Maker – Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears”. We meet in Rooms 218-220 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.
March 22: Sunday School Class: The Truth Project (began September 21) 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. lesson discusses the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
March 22: 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.
March 22: Sunday School II for adults. 10:45 am-noon
March 22: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
March 22: Youth Confirmation Classes begin
March 22: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information