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In this post you’ll find the calendar of events for the coming week plus the latest announcements from the ministries of Fourth. Also, don’t miss today’s Midweek Update email. See the footer of this page to subscribe to weekly updates from Fourth Church.

WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE

Wednesday, April 16
9:30 a.m. | G2G Bible Study End of Year Celebration With Children’s Program, Room 131
5:15 p.m. | Kingdom Choir Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. | Congregational Prayer, Online
6:30 p.m. | Middle and High School Bible Studies
7 p.m. | English Classes, Various Rooms
7:30 p.m. | Fourth Orchestra Rehearsal, Sanctuary
8:15 p.m. | High School Band Rehearsal

Thursday, April 17
6:30 p.m. | Alpha Bethesda, Offsite
7:30 p.m. |  Maundy Thursday Communion Service, Sanctuary

Friday, April 18
10:30 a.m. | Women’s Reformed Reading Group, Room 132
7:30 p.m. | Good Friday: Tenebrae Service of Darkness, Sanctuary

Saturday, April 19
9:30 a.m. | Sanctuary Choir and Fourth Orchestra Rehearsal, Sanctuary
10 a.m. | Women’s Mary Circle, Gaithersburg/Germantown/Frederick, Offsite

Sunday, April 20
6 a.m. | Easter Sunrise Communion Service, Sanctuary Front Steps
6:30 a.m. | Easter Sunrise Breakfast, Upper Room
8, 9:30, & 11 a.m. | Sunday Morning Service, Sanctuary
8, 9:30, & 11 a.m. | Nursery and Cherub & Children’s Church
6 p.m. | Evening Service, Sanctuary

Monday, April 21
Church Offices are closed in observance of Easter Monday
7 p.m. | GriefShare Support Group, Online
7 p.m. | Women’s Rebekah Circle, Bethesda/Potomac, Offsite
8 p.m. | Men’s Proverbs Study, Online

Tuesday, April 22
7 a.m. | Men’s Breakfast, Upper Room
6:30 p.m. | Alpha Potomac, Offsite

Ongoing activities:  Adult Discipleship, Alpha, Children’s Sunday School, College Ministry, Community Groups, Congregational Care, Disability Ministry, English Classes, Men’s Ministry, Mission DMV, Missions Ministry, Music Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Young Adult Ministry, and Youth Ministry.

Adult Discipleship

New Sunday school classes begin April 27. See the Adult Discipleship webpage for information on class offerings. To learn more, email Jules Grisham at jgrisham@4thpres.org.

Congregational Care

Young at Heart “Spring into Summer Reading” Luncheon
Thursday, May 1,  11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., Upper Room, $5
Please bring a gently used book  of any genre to contribute to swap or pickup a new one while enjoying great fellowship and a delicious lunch.  Go to the Young at Heart webpage for more information including the menu. Registration is required and available online or in person Sunday morning, April 27, at the Information Center, which is the final day to register. Contact Noel Bradley at nbradley@4thpres.org with questions.

Disability Ministry

Young Adult Fellowship
Mondays, April 28, May 19, June 30, July 21, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Online
This virtual fellowship provides a great opportunity for young men and women (ages 21+) to gather and build friendships through fun conversation, music, and games.

Men’s Ministry

Men’s Breakfast
Tuesday, April 22, 7 a.m., Upper Room, $5
Men of all ages are invited to gather to share praises, prayer needs, and fellowship over a delicious hot breakfast as Rev. Jules Grisham teaches on “The Call to Holiness.” Reservations are not required.

Missions Ministry

Prayer for Unreached People Groups
There are two opportunities to pray for unreached people groups. This month we are praying for Russia. Contact Janie Randell at jrandell@4thpres.org to get a copy of the specific prayer requests.
Friday, April 25, 6:30 a.m., Online (email Janie Randell for the Zoom link)
Sunday, April 27, 5:30 p.m., Prayer Room (note date change for April only)

Romanian Christian Enterprise (RCE) 5K Fun Run
Saturday, May 3, 8:30 a.m., Offsite
Run, walk, roll, cheer, jog, or volunteer for those living under RCE’s care at Amy’s House. Visit www.rcenterprises.org/run-for-their-lives to learn more and sign up. 

Women’s Ministry

Reformed Reading Group
Friday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.–noon., Room 132
We are studying Calvin’s Institutes, Book III, Chapter 14, and welcome new attenders. Email rtreading@4thpres.org for more information.

Women’s Potluck Group
Saturday, April 26, 1 p.m., Offsite
Are you looking for community among women? We are a group of women seeking connection and growing in our relationship with the Lord. Email Suki Dicker at potluckgroup@4thpres.org for more information and the location.

Women’s Cancer Support Group
Sunday, April 27, 12:15 p.m., Room 142
Enjoy lunch with sharing, praying, and a healthy dose of encouragement as we lean on Christ during this hard patch in life’s journey. Note: This month we are meeting the fourth week of the month.

Youth Ministry

Middle School Friday Night Club 
Friday, April 25, 6:30-8 p.m.
All 6th-8th graders are invited to join us for a fun-filled evening of games and fellowship, followed by a message about God. No RSVP needed; friends always welcome!

High School: The Mix
Sunday, April 27, 7:15-9 p.m.
Hang out with us after the Evening Service and before the school week starts! We’re cooking up pancakes and mixing it up with fun and games. Allergen-free options available.

Senior Baccalaureate Service
Sunday, May 4, 6-7:15 p.m., Sanctuary
Celebrate this special service as we celebrate each of our seniors and all God has done, is doing, and will do in their lives.