Week-at-a-Glance and Ministry Announcements
Here are a calendar of events for the coming week plus the latest announcements from the ministries of Fourth. Also, don’t miss today’s update from Rev. Ron Meyer, Pastor of Congregational Care, highlighting the Alpha Course. See the footer of this page to subscribe to weekly updates from Fourth Church.
WEEK-AT-A GLANCE
Wednesday, March 17
6:00 a.m. | Reservations open for Sunday services
1:00 p.m. | 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil, Offsite
5:30 p.m. | Congregational Prayer, Online
7:00 p.m. | English Classes for Speakers of Other Languages, Online
Thursday, March 18
1:00 p.m. | Grief Share, Online
6:45 p.m. | Spanish Bible Study, Online
7:00 p.m. | Blended Family Meeting, Online
Saturday, March 20
9:30 a.m. | Women’s NOVA Circle, Online
10:00 a.m. | Women’s Mary Circle, Online
Sunday, March 21
8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. | Sunday Morning Services, Sanctuary & Upper Room
1:30 p.m. | Deacons Meeting, Online
2:30 p.m. | Women’s Cancer Support Group, Online
6:00 p.m. | Sunday Evening Service, Sanctuary
Ongoing activities: Adult Sunday School, College Students and Young Adults, Children’s Sunday School, Youth Sunday School, Special Blessings Sunday School, Women’s Bible Studies, and Community Groups.
MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Adult Education
Pastor’s Class, Nehemiah and Esther or 1 & 2 Peter and Jude | Through May 9. See the Adult Sunday School webpage for more information. Newcomers are welcome at any time.
New Testament Overview | Sundays, 4:00 p.m., with Robin King and Kent Talbert. Weekly small group Zoom Bible study based on home study questions prepared in advance. For more information, see the Adult Sunday School webpage.
Teaching on Tuesdays | “Jesus Answers Job” has concluded. A new series, “Great Questions Christians Ask,” begins April 13. Learn more.
Contact: Kathy Lofberg, klofberg@4thpres.org
Alpha Ministry
Alpha is a practical introduction to the Christian faith that is organized and run by a small team of Fourth Church members. Do you have a friend that you could bring or send to the next Alpha course? Dates and times will be announced soon.
Contact: alpha@4thpres.org
Children’s Ministry
Children’s Sunday School | Online lessons are available and sent via email weekly.
Children’s Church | Sundays, during the 9:30 a.m. service. Children age 2½ through 3rd grade will be dismissed before the sermon and accompanied by their teachers to their classrooms, then escorted back to their parents during the closing hymn. Children must be checked in at the Welcome Table before worship to receive a temperature check and a name tag.
Easter Gift Bags | Includes a family devotional and calendar, Easter crafts, and treats. Today, March 17, is the last day to register. Drive-through pick up is Saturday, March 20, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
4th/5th Grade Bible Study | Resumes tonight, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Girls will meet at the Malkus’ house, and boys will meet in the Upper Lot. Pickup is at the church.
Preschool Story Time | Resumes March 23, 10:30 a.m. Join us at the Tent by the Upper Parking Lot for a Bible story, craft, and games. Face masks are required.
Contact: Paige Malkus, pmalkus@4thpres.org
Congregational Care
Grief Share | Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m., online, through May 20. A small support group for anyone who has lost a loved one, at any stage in the grieving process, that explores relevant topics using a Christian curriculum. Participation is welcome any time. Register in advance at griefshare.org.
Contact: Charlotte FitzGerald, cfitzgerald@4thpres.org
Missions & Outreach
2021 Missions Conference “Prayer for the Healing of the Nations” | Friday, April 30 – Wednesday, May 5. We present our global partners and their ministries around the world mostly in a virtual capacity due to the pandemic. Registration information coming soon. This year we will support Philemon Project’s Grow Center in Lebanon, part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church World Outreach. View the Missions Conference Event Schedule.
YoungLives Family Missions Trip | August 1-4, Sandy Cove, North East, MD, YoungLives Summer Camp (division of Young Life). Spend a week caring for the children of teen moms while they attend summer camp. One 1.5 hour training session is required. Adults are welcome and teens, 15-18, with a parent/legal guardian. Cost: $300/volunteer plus transportation. For more information, see our webpage.
Contact: Charlotte FitzGerald, cfitzgerald@4thpres.org
SERVE Opportunity
YoungLives Service Opportunity | Wednesday, March 24, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (all or part of time) | Help sort and organize donations at a church in Washington, D.C., for a future pop-up shop where teen moms can receive baby clothing and supplies.
Contact: SERVE@4thpres.org
Spanish Bible Study
Thursdays, through May 27, 6:45-8:00 p.m., online. A low-key, nonthreatening introduction for those interested in exploring the Bible.
Contact: Charlotte FitzGerald, cfitzgerald@4thpres.org to register
Special Blessings
Sign Up: Monthly Eblast
Sunday School | Discoverers & Seekers, 10:45 a.m., and Explorers, 11:00 a.m., via Zoom; Lesson 16.
Leadership Meeting | Sundays, 12:15–12:45 p.m., via Zoom.
Needed: volunteers, buddies, and mentors to serve and minister to our students.
Contact: Audrey Muteru, amuteru@4thpres.org
Women’s Ministry
Women’s Zoom Bible Study | Through the week of April 5. Galatians: The Gospel of Free Grace, by Jon Nielson and Philip Graham Ryken. If you would like to join us, please contact Jean.
Women’s Cancer Support Group | March 21, 2:30 p.m., online. Ladies who are recently diagnosed or under treatment or have recently concluded treatment are invited to an online meeting for prayer and encouraging conversation. Please contact Jean for meeting instructions.
Women’s Outdoor Hike | Saturday, May 22. Join women from Fourth as we enjoy the outdoors on our traditional spring hike. More information to follow.
Contact: Jean Bronson, jbronson@4thpres.org
Youth Ministry
Sign Up: Weekly Youth Newsletter
Youth Sunday School | Join us for our online teaching—“Why do I Still Struggle With Sin?” Video links are emailed on Sunday mornings and posted to the website.
Youth Bible Studies | Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Bible studies will begin meeting outdoors this week; see newsletter for specific locations and please dress accordingly.
Contact: Stefan Wiltz, swiltz@4thpres.org