Upcoming events and activities at Gethsemane United Methodist Church during Monday, October 22nd – Sunday, October 28th.
MONDAY
There are no events or activities scheduled for this day.
TUESDAY
Outreach Ministry Food Pantry
Is it not right to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house. Weekly distribution of food and clothing contact Anne White for additional information. Tuesdays at 10:00 am.
Community Bible Study
Classes will resume This Tuesday, at Bells UMC, 6016 Allentown Rd at 12:00 pm
Men’s Bible Study
The Men’s Bible Study is designed so that all of the men that attend can build a stronger relationship with our Lord and Savior by growing in our faith through challenges and successes. The Men’s Bible Study challenges each other to grow in our faith by encouragement, support, and prayer. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 pm.
WEDNESDAY
The Word on Wednesday
The Word on Wednesday will resume This Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Join us this Wednesday as we begin a series focused on Stewardship and Money Management Principles. All are encouraged to attend!
THURSDAY
There are no events or activities scheduled for this day.
FRIDAY
HarvestFest Reminder
Everyone is invited! Friday, October 26, here at the church from 6:00 p.m – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY
There are no events or activities scheduled for this day.
SUNDAY
Sunday Morning Worship
Praise the Lord with us at our morning worship service! This service offers an uplifting, engaging and inspirational worship experience. Each week our pastor brings insight and perspective that causes the scriptures to come alive. Sundays at 10:00 am.
Domestic Violence Awareness
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We will emphasize this on Sunday, October 28th. All are asked to wear shades of purple to stand in solidarity with victims and survivors of Domestic Violence.
THROUGHOUT THE WEEK/FUTURE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Harvest Season 2018 IS HERE!
Gethsemane is excited to celebrate the Harvest Season during the months of October and November. Celebrate your harvest by participating in Gethsemane’s Harvest Bible Studies, Revival, Homecoming and Ministry Activities. In addition, each member and friend of Gethsemane is asked to give a special Harvest Gift of $200 in celebration of the Harvest. Use the special envelope located in the back of the pew for your Harvest Gift.
Music Ministry
Remember the New Testament’s admonishment to make a melody in our hearts to the Lord. Bring your gift to the Lord; come sing with a choir! No experience required. Our Choirs are looking for new members. If you are interested, please call the Minister of Music, Susie Raglin, 301-717-2934, or email, music@gethsemaneumc.org
Homecoming Harvest Revival
Plan now to attend this year’s Homecoming Harvest Revival! We will be in revival October 31, November 7, and 14. Our guest revivalists will be Rev. Antione Hutchins, Rev. Delman Coates, and Rev. Tim West. We expect to be revived, refreshed, and renewed in this season. Don’t miss it!
Clergy Appreciation Month
October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Any expressions to our pastoral team can be placed in the basket that will be located on the podium in the living area. We will honor our pastoral staff on the fourth Sunday.
United Methodist Women
Thank you to all who attend the UMW Greater Washington District Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 13th. Our District leaders were very pleased and appreciated our hosting the meeting. It was well attended and we were awarded for having the most members in attendance. Thank you, Pastor Ron, for your attendance and participation in the program; the set-up and clean-up teams; the food servers and, our chef for the day, Susie Raglin. As a reminder, our next unit meeting will be held on Saturday, November 17; please plan to attend. Thanks again for your continued support. Gwen Cason and Veronica Bradford.