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Sunday, March 1, at Pender UMC

Please join us this Sunday, March 1, in worship at the 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 Services.

SERIES FOR LENT; LIVING THE HARD SAYINGS OF JESUS

March 1 – Communion at rail – 490 times

Did Jesus really mean we had to keep track and forgive only 490 times? Surely forgiveness isn’t that legalistic. What does it mean to live forgiveness for others? Lets see this week.

Listen to past sermons in the Pender Podcast.

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Also on Sunday:

March 1: Pender UMC Calendar Events
March 1: This Week at Pender email newsletter
March 1: Items of the week needed for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries to distribute to the needy in our area:
- Cooking Oil & Salad Dressing
- 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 1: The Pender Podcast is available in the iTunes Podcast series. There is no charge to subscribe or listen to past sermons. There are currently 199 sermons available. More information
March 1-March 4: Sign up for the Women’s Prayer Breakfast More information
March 1-March 23: Sign up for the Easter Story Time & Egg Hunt. More information
March 1: Traditional Service, 8:15 am. More information
March 1: Time Out for Parents, 9:15-10:30 am
March 1: Common Ground Service, 9:30 am. More information
March 1: Sunday School Classes. 9:30 am More information
March 1: 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 1: 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 1: 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 1: Sunday School II for adults. 10:45 am-noon
March 1: Traditional Service, 11:00 am. More information
March 1: Turning Point Youth Group, 6:30 pm, with dinner. More information
March 1: Sing ‘n Celebrate ~ Celebrating Testimonies, 7 pm

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Posted by MaryO on February 26, 2015 in Get Involved!, Holidays, Lent, Pender UMC, Posts of Interest, Sermon

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Sing ‘n Celebrate, Tonight at 7:00 PM

08 Feb

In view of the way we hear about turmoil and divisive occurrences on practically a daily basis in our world, we believe you will want to hear more about “A Love That Unites Us.”

Saint Augustine taught that faith in Christ implies community in the church, and that the goal of Christians should be the unity of mankind.

More about 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 ~ February 8 at 7:00 PM

So that you can watch the Super Bowl on Feb. 1, if you wish, Pastor Kenny has agreed that we will meet for SNC on Feb. 8. We will focus on our theme of “A Love That Unites Us” with inspiring praise music and the words of our speaker. This quote of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought this theme to mind: “Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes. Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it.”

We hope you are planning to return this evening for a casual time of worship when the possibility of a love that unites us can become more real through the music of JC Reigns, the words of Lloyd Rollins and the prayers lifted up by our congregation.

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 February 8, 2015 in Get Involved!, Music, Pender UMC

Tags: contemporary, Dr. Martin Luther King, drama, informal, love, Sing 'n Celebrate, testimony

Sing ‘n Celebrate, Sunday February 8 at 7:00 PM

07 Feb

In view of the way we hear about turmoil and divisive occurrences on practically a daily basis in our world, we believe you will want to hear more about “A Love That Unites Us.”

Saint Augustine taught that faith in Christ implies community in the church, and that the goal of Christians should be the unity of mankind.

More about 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 ~ February 8 at 7:00 PM

So that you can watch the Super Bowl on Feb. 1, if you wish, Pastor Kenny has agreed that we will meet for SNC on Feb. 8. We will focus on our theme of “A Love That Unites Us” with inspiring praise music and the words of our speaker. This quote of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought this theme to mind: “Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes. Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it.”

We hope you are planning to return this evening for a casual time of worship when the possibility of a love that unites us can become more real through the music of JC Reigns, the words of Lloyd Rollins and the prayers lifted up by our congregation.

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 February 7, 2015 in Get Involved!, Music, Pender UMC

Tags: contemporary, Dr. Martin Luther King, drama, informal, love, Sing 'n Celebrate, testimony

Sing ‘n Celebrate November 2

27 Oct

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 ~ November 2 at 7:00 PM

We’ll begin the evening with a potluck supper at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall which will be followed at 7 PM with our service in the sanctuary. Pastor Kenny will conclude the service with a Time of Healing.

In his book, “ALL IN”, Mark Batterson shares that “Jesus is in the business of turning bad beginnings into happily ever afters”. We all have special stories, as to what Jesus has done in our lives, which are our testimonies. Please plan to join us for food first and then in support of the Pender folks who will be sharing their stories with us.

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.

A Way to Serve the Lord…

Carol Wilson needs members of the laity to train this year to serve as the Lay Director or a Co-Lay Director for our Sing ‘n Celebrate Service. If interested in finding out more information, please contact Carol by clicking here.

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Posted by MaryO on October 27, 2014 in Get Involved!, Music, Pender UMC

Tags: drama, JC Reigns, Jesus, Mark Batterson, music, pot luck, Sing 'n Celebrate, testimony, Time of Healing, worship

Sing ‘n Celebrate ~ Sept. 8th at 7:00 pm

27 Aug

To avoid meeting during Labor Day Weekend, we will celebrate the testimonies of two members of the laity the evening of Sept. 8th at our Sing ‘n Celebrate Worship Service.

There is no better time than now to reserve this date for hearing their personal stories related to the only decisions that really matter – where they will spend eternity.