Week-at-a-Glance & Announcements

May 27, 2025 | Gina Hardiman

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, May 28
5:30 p.m. | Congregational Prayer, Online
6:30 p.m. | College Ministry Bible Study, Offsite

Thursday, May 29
10:30 a.m. | Women’s Thursday Morning Bible Study, The Commons

Friday, May 30
6:30 a.m. | Prayer for Unreached People Groups, Online

Saturday, May 31
11 a.m. | Memorial Service, Sanctuary

Monday, June 2
8 p.m. | Men’s Proverbs Study, Online

Tuesday, June 3
7 a.m. | Men’s Breakfast, Upper Room
6:30 p.m. | Youth TNT, Lower Lot
7 p.m. | English Summer Conversation Class, Rooms 130, 132

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

Summer Sunday School Classes
9:30 a.m., Various Rooms
The summer semester of classes begin June 15. For more information, pick up an information sheet in the Information Center or visit the Adult Discipleship webpage.

College Ministry

Bible Study
Wednesdays, through July 23, 6:30-8 p.m.
Join us for our midweek Bible study when we come together to explore the Bible, discuss its relevance to our lives, connect with others, and enjoy fellowship. We meet at a church member’s home, and afterward, we’ll hang out poolside!

Fellowship Lunches
Sundays, June 8, July 6 & 20, 12:15 p.m.
Join us after the 11 a.m. service at a church member’s home in the neighborhood for Sunday lunch. It’s a perfect time to bring your friends and there’s no cost!

For more info on all summer events please contact our College Summer Staffers, Mikey O’Halloran at mohalloran@4thpres.org and Julia Warker at jwarker@4thpres.org.

Congregational Care

Prayer Request Email
This weekly email lists the names of those requesting prayer from our church, providing an opportunity to bring these needs before the Lord. If you would like to receive this email, go to the Fourth homepage and click subscribe on the bottom right.

Men’s Ministry

Men’s Breakfast
Tuesday, June 3, 7 a.m., Upper Room, $5
Men of all ages are invited to gather to share praises, prayer needs, and fellowship over a hot breakfast as Rev. Jules Grisham teaches on The Call to Holiness. Reservations are not required. Email mof@4thpres.org for more information.

Mission DMV Ministry

Rockville Women’s Center First Tuesday Prayer
Tuesday, June 3, 7:30 a.m.
Note the new day and time to gather and pray for many ongoing needs. Email Janie Randell at jrandell@4thpres.org for log in information.

Missions Ministry

Prayer for Unreached People Groups
Friday, May 30, 6:30 a.m., Online
Join us for a Zoom meeting to pray for unreached people groups on the last Friday of each month. This month we are praying for Indonesia. Contact Janie Randell at jrandell@4thpres.org for the Zoom link and to get a copy of the specific prayer requests.

Music Ministry

Summer Choir
Sundays, June 1, July 6, August 3
If you enjoy singing but can’t make the usual commitment or would like to try out the choir, come lend your voice to the Summer Choir! Rehearsal begins at 10 a.m. in the robing room to receive robes and a music folder. Warm-up is at 10:15 a.m. in the Choir Room, Room 144, and we participate in the 11 a.m. worship service. Contact Director of Music, Ted Bickish, for more information.

Summer Music Camp
Saturday, July 26, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
This one-day camp is open to all rising 2nd through 8th graders who are interested in music—no experience necessary! Whether you’re curious about joining our handbell or choral choirs or you’re already involved and want to keep learning, this camp is a fun, low-pressure way to grow in your musical journey. Best of all—it’s free, and lunch is included! Registration is open; contact Evelyn Song at esong@4thpres.org with questions.

Women’s Ministry

Book Clubs
There is something for everyone with the four options listed below meeting at night and during the day. To learn more or to register, visit the Women’s Ministry webpage or email Suki Dicker at sdicker@4thpres.org. Registration deadline is June 15.

Tuesdays, June 24–July 29, 6:30-8 p.m
An Evening at the Theater; Play Readings
Experiencing Art Through the Lens of Faith

Wednesdays, June 25-July 30, 10-11:30 a.m.
The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion and Host, by David Gibson
On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life Through Great Books, by Karen Swallow Prior

Summer Sixes
June–August
Meet more women in our church and connect with one another over coffee, weekend brunch, or casual dinner. Register to be matched with six (or a few more) women who live near you to get together up to three times over the summer months. You as a group set the time, place, and agenda! To learn more or to register, visit the Women’s Ministry webpage or email Suki Dicker at sdicker@4thpres.org. Deadline to register is June 15.

Annual Spring Hike
Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rock Creek Park, Washington, D.C.
Enjoy the beauty of God’s creation with other women of Fourth. Always fun, this hike/walk is appropriate for women of all fitness levels.To learn more or to register, visit the Women’s Ministry webpage or email Suki Dicker. Registration deadline is June 4.

Young Adult Ministry

Second Sunday Lunch
June 8, 12:30 p.m., Offsite
Enjoy lunch and the chance to get to know other young adults as well as different families who open their homes. Location announced on Group Me or email Kate Perko at kperko@4thpres.org for location details.

Thursday Morning Book Club
Thursday mornings, June 10-July 12, 6:45-8 a.m., River House picnic tables (Room 130 rain backup)
We will gather to discuss the book, Made for People by Justin Whitmel Earley. A light breakfast will be provided. For more information or to sign up, contact Lydia Rothbard at lrothbard@4thpres.org.

Pie Potluck
Thursday, June 12, 6:45-8:30 p.m., Offsite
Come for fellowship and an evening of pie at a nearby farm! Savory or sweet, purchased or homemade, please fill out this Sign-Up Genius form if you would like to bring an item. Contact Kate Perko with questions and location information.

Summer Skills
Saturdays in June & July
Learn a variety of skills this summer at one of the classes listed below. Spots are limited; for more information about how to sign up check the GroupMe or contact Kate Perko.

June 14 – Cooking for Guests
June 21 – Breadmaking
June 29 – Personal Finance
July 12 – Car Maintenance
July 26 – Spiritual Formation

Youth Ministry

Summer Parent Meeting and Pizza Lunch
Sunday, June 1, 12:15 p.m., Room 007
Parents of rising 6th-12th graders (fall 2025), come for pizza, meet our Summer Staff, and learn about our summer activities. Contact Noel Bradley, nbradley@4thpres.org, for more information.

Summer TNT Tuesdays
June 3-July 29, 6:30-8:15 p.m.
Mark your calendars for TNT this summer for games, Summer Staff testimonies, and small group discussions. This is a great opportunity to invite friends. Come early at 6 p.m. for hot dogs. Parents can volunteer to grill; contact Noel Bradley to sign up.

Summer Camp
Thursday-Monday, June 19-23, Offsite
Rising 6th-12th grade students, it’s time to sign up for Summer Camp! We can’t wait to enjoy a time of of talks about God’s word, games, skits, worship, and water sports. Registration is open and includes meals, lodging, transportation, and activities. Early bird cost ends June 1; registration closes June 11.

Serve at Vacation Bible School
July 7-11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Middle and high school students will serve children 5th grade and younger. Training required: Tuesday, June 10, 5-6:15 p.m., including pizza. Contact Elizabeth Han at ehan@4thpres.org with questions.

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