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23 events,
From Tragedy to Triumph: Studies in the Book of Job
From Tragedy to Triumph: Studies in the Book of Job
Taught by Robert Norris and others. The Upper Room. Few Old Testament stories exercise a stronger or more lasting attraction than that of the Book of Job. This class examines the mystery of apparently undeserved suffering.
2 events,
GriefShare Support Group (online)
GriefShare Support Group (online)
Thirteen weekly support sessions for those grieving the loss of a loved one. To learn more and to register, see the GriefShare webpage at griefshare.org. Email griefshare@4thpres.org for more information.
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Led by Steve Liston and Richard Morris. Men of all ages are invited to join this informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. For more information and the zoom link, email Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org. More information may be found on the Men's Ministry webpage.
0 events,
9 events,
Congregational Prayer (Online)
Congregational Prayer (Online)
All are welcome to join at 5:30 p.m. for a time of praying together online. The link to attend the zoom gathering is provided in our weekly Fourth Update email. To receive the weekly email, go to the bottom right of this page and sign-up under SUBSCRIBE. Questions? Contact Sallie Holdrich at 301-320-1329 or sholdrich@4thpres.org
Fourth Strings
Fourth Strings
Students must be ages 6 and up, and currently taking private lessons in violin, viola, or cello. The ensemble will play in worship twice in the fall and twice in the spring.
Children’s Choir rehearsal
Children’s Choir rehearsal
The Children's choir provides choristers grades 3-8 with vocal training and music theory. The choir rehearses weekly and participates in the Sunday worship service periodically.
3 events,
Women’s Thursday Bible Study
Women’s Thursday Bible Study
Dr. Norris continues in the series on the Book of Psalms. Email klofberg@4thpres.org for more information.
DivorceCare Support Group
DivorceCare Support Group
This Bible-centered support group offers a non-judgmental place of hope and healing from the pain of separation or divorce. To learn more and to register, see the DivorceCare webpage at divorcecare.org. Email divorcecare@4thpres.org for more information.
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Adults with at least intermediate music experience are welcome to join the Sanctuary Choir for rehearsals. The Sanctuary Choir leads the congregation in worship at the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services each week, and once a month during the summer. Led by Music Director Ted Bickish.
2 events,
Middle School Friday Night Club
Middle School Friday Night Club
FNC is a night of fun, food, games and a message for 6th-8th graders (and as many friends as students would like to bring with them) at Fourth. No R.S.V.P. needed. Just come on over and meet up at the Lower Parking entrance. Parent volunteers also needed. For more info, contact MS Coordinator Clay Stevens…
High School Overtime
High School Overtime
Bring your high school friends for a Friday night hangout at different youth family homes this fall. Other dates include Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2. Contact Jesse for location.
1 event,
Senior Class Breakfast
Senior Class Breakfast
Calling all 2023 Seniors to get together for a seniors-only breakfast. Please bring senior classmates as well! For details and location, contact Genna Repich, High School Coordinator grepich@4thpres.org
28 events,
A Festival of Lessons and Carols
A Festival of Lessons and Carols
Join us for a Festival of Lessons and Carols in the Upper Room as we celebrate the birth of Christ through the reading of Scripture, music, and the singing of carols.
2 events,
GriefShare Support Group (online)
GriefShare Support Group (online)
Thirteen weekly support sessions for those grieving the loss of a loved one. To learn more and to register, see the GriefShare webpage at griefshare.org. Email griefshare@4thpres.org for more information.
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Led by Steve Liston and Richard Morris. Men of all ages are invited to join this informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. For more information and the zoom link, email Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org. More information may be found on the Men's Ministry webpage.
0 events,
10 events,
Congregational Prayer (Online)
Congregational Prayer (Online)
All are welcome to join at 5:30 p.m. for a time of praying together online. The link to attend the zoom gathering is provided in our weekly Fourth Update email. To receive the weekly email, go to the bottom right of this page and sign-up under SUBSCRIBE. Questions? Contact Sallie Holdrich at 301-320-1329 or sholdrich@4thpres.org
Fourth Strings
Fourth Strings
Students must be ages 6 and up, and currently taking private lessons in violin, viola, or cello. The ensemble will play in worship twice in the fall and twice in the spring.
Children’s Choir rehearsal
Children’s Choir rehearsal
The Children's choir provides choristers grades 3-8 with vocal training and music theory. The choir rehearses weekly and participates in the Sunday worship service periodically.
3 events,
DivorceCare Support Group
DivorceCare Support Group
This Bible-centered support group offers a non-judgmental place of hope and healing from the pain of separation or divorce. To learn more and to register, see the DivorceCare webpage at divorcecare.org. Email divorcecare@4thpres.org for more information.
Women’s Christmas Dessert
Women’s Christmas Dessert
Women's Ministry invites you to join us for our annual Christmas Dessert. Author Susan Yates will speak on the topic “Finding Peace in a Season of Uncertainty”. We will also sing carols, decorate centerpieces, and enjoy some holiday fun! Cost is $10. Invite your friends and neighbors and register today.
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Adults with at least intermediate music experience are welcome to join the Sanctuary Choir for rehearsals. The Sanctuary Choir leads the congregation in worship at the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services each week, and once a month during the summer. Led by Music Director Ted Bickish.
1 event,
Family Christmas Party
Family Christmas Party
Don't miss this year's party! Come and enjoy an evening together over a pizza dinner with cookies, lots of Christmas carols, Christmas crafts, Fourth Strings, and, of course, our traditional closing with the song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas," acted out in all kinds of silly ways! The cost is $5.00 per person with a…
3 events,
Drive-Through Food Drive & Collection
Drive-Through Food Drive & Collection
Fourth Church hosts a monthly no-contact food drive and home goods/clothing collection for anyone in our community to drop-off donations outside at our covered Ridgefield Rd. entrance 10:00 a.m.-1:00p.m. Contributions go directly to our ministry partners serving families in need locally and in the greater DMV area. Put items marked FOOD DRIVE in your trunk…
Yarns for Hope
Yarns for Hope
This enthusiastic group uses their knitting and crocheting skills to create beautiful, useful items for several church-related ministries, including the Deacons' Thanksgiving bags, YoungLives, Rockville Women's Center, Romanian Christian Enterprises, and more. We usually meet on a Saturday each month, and enjoy lots of fun and fellowship while we're working. Join us! Led by Carol…
Special Blessings Dads Group (Online)
Special Blessings Dads Group (Online)
This gathering meets online to provide mutual support, prayer and encouragement for dads of any age children who have special needs. The group is currently discussing "Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The Five Love Languages for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities" by Gary Chapman and Jolene Philo. There is also a monthly Moms…
28 events,
Bells of the Trinity Rehearsal
Bells of the Trinity Rehearsal
Bells of the Trinity (Grades 6-12) is for students with some ringing experience. BOTT periodically leads the congregation in worship with handbells.
3 events,
GriefShare Support Group (online)
GriefShare Support Group (online)
Thirteen weekly support sessions for those grieving the loss of a loved one. To learn more and to register, see the GriefShare webpage at griefshare.org. Email griefshare@4thpres.org for more information.
Women’s Circle – Martha – Bethesda/Potomac
Women’s Circle – Martha – Bethesda/Potomac
Monthly gatherings of Fourth women and their friends in local neighborhoods. Circles will be reading and discussing Aging with Grace: Flourishing in an Anti-Aging Culture by Shar W. Betters and Susan Hunt. This book will be a blessing to both older and younger women as the authors remind us that God has equipped us to…
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Led by Steve Liston and Richard Morris. Men of all ages are invited to join this informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. For more information and the zoom link, email Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org. More information may be found on the Men's Ministry webpage.
2 events,
Men’s Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast
Men of all ages gather in the Upper Room to share praises, prayer needs and fellowship over breakfast. Cost is $4. No RSVP is required. Email mof@4thpres.org for more information.
Special Blessing Young Adult Fellowship (Online)
Special Blessing Young Adult Fellowship (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. For more info, please contact our Special Blessings Coordinator Tricia Han at than@4thpres.org.
5 events,
Congregational Prayer (Online)
Congregational Prayer (Online)
All are welcome to join at 5:30 p.m. for a time of praying together online. The link to attend the zoom gathering is provided in our weekly Fourth Update email. To receive the weekly email, go to the bottom right of this page and sign-up under SUBSCRIBE. Questions? Contact Sallie Holdrich at 301-320-1329 or sholdrich@4thpres.org
Youth Bible Studies
Youth Bible Studies
We encourage 6th-12 graders to attend our mid-week Bible Study, an opportunity for faith, fun, and fellowship. Students are divided by grade and gender, and meet outdoors when weather permits. Students are always welcome to bring friends! Pick-up/drop-off at Lower Lot entrance. Questions? Contact Noel Bradley nbradley@4thpres.org (301) 320-3600 ext.234
Youth Parent Fellowship
Youth Parent Fellowship
On Wednesday night during the youth Bible Studies (7:00-8:00 p.m.), we invite parents to gather for a time of fellowship and a look at the Gospel of Matthew which is what their children will be studying. If you have a younger child involved in the Children's Choir, 6:00 -7:00 p.m., with "down time" from 7:00-8:00…
5 events,
Operation Christmas Miracle Drop-off
Operation Christmas Miracle Drop-off
We're working with Central Union Mission and YoungLives to provide Christmas gifts for children of families in need. Pick up a gift request and tag at the Lower Lot entrance on Sundays, November 27 and December 4, between and after morning services and Sunday School. Drop off your unwrapped gifts at the same table and…
Women’s Circle – Esther – Silver Spring
Women’s Circle – Esther – Silver Spring
Monthly gatherings of Fourth women and their friends in local neighborhoods. Circles will be reading and discussing Aging with Grace: Flourishing in an Anti-Aging Culture by Shar W. Betters and Susan Hunt. This book will be a blessing to both older and younger women as the authors remind us that God has equipped us to…
Blended Family Support Group
Blended Family Support Group
Adults in blended families meet for a light dinner, discussion and fellowship. Email blendedfamilies@4thpres.org for more information.
1 event,
Special Blessings Moms Group (Online)
Special Blessings Moms Group (Online)
This gathering meets online to provide mutual support, prayer and encouragement for moms of any age children who have special needs. The group is currently discussing "Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The Five Love Languages for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities" by Gary Chapman and Jolene Philo. There is also monthly Dads Group…
2 events,
Women’s Circle – Mary – Gaithersburg/Germantown/Frederick
Women’s Circle – Mary – Gaithersburg/Germantown/Frederick
Monthly gatherings of Fourth women and their friends in local neighborhoods. Circles will be reading and discussing Aging with Grace: Flourishing in an Anti-Aging Culture by Shar W. Betters and Susan Hunt. This book will be a blessing to both older and younger women as the authors remind us that God has equipped us to…
Senior Class Breakfast
Senior Class Breakfast
Calling all 2023 Seniors to get together for a seniors-only breakfast. Please bring senior classmates as well! For details and location, contact Genna Repich, High School Coordinator grepich@4thpres.org
17 events,
Nursery Care
Nursery Care
Childcare is available for infants, crawlers, toddlers and two's in our nurseries for the 8:00 a.m. service, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, and 11:00 a.m. services. Nurseries are open from 7:50 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Please check in your children at the computers in either location - by the Children’s Welcome Center on the first floor,…
Advent Communion Service
Advent Communion Service
Join us as we share in the Sacrament of Holy Communion during this season of waiting.
2 events,
Women’s Circle – Rebekah – Bethesda
Women’s Circle – Rebekah – Bethesda
Monthly gatherings of Fourth women and their friends in local neighborhoods. Circles will be reading and discussing Aging with Grace: Flourishing in an Anti-Aging Culture by Shar W. Betters and Susan Hunt. This book will be a blessing to both older and younger women as the authors remind us that God has equipped us to…
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Led by Steve Liston and Richard Morris. Men of all ages are invited to join this informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. For more information and the zoom link, email Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org. More information may be found on the Men's Ministry webpage.
0 events,
4 events,
Congregational Prayer (Online)
Congregational Prayer (Online)
All are welcome to join at 5:30 p.m. for a time of praying together online. The link to attend the zoom gathering is provided in our weekly Fourth Update email. To receive the weekly email, go to the bottom right of this page and sign-up under SUBSCRIBE. Questions? Contact Sallie Holdrich at 301-320-1329 or sholdrich@4thpres.org
Fourth Strings
Fourth Strings
Students must be ages 6 and up, and currently taking private lessons in violin, viola, or cello. The ensemble will play in worship twice in the fall and twice in the spring.
Advent Devotional for Middle & High School Girls
Advent Devotional for Middle & High School Girls
All 6th-12th grade girls are invited to join Youth Staff Genna Repich and Gabbi Hickley for a special Advent devotional. We'll read "The Dawning of Indestructible Joy" by John Piper. Books provided. For more info, contact Genna Repich grepich@4thpres.org or Gabbi Hickly ghickly@4thpres.org.
1 event,
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Adults with at least intermediate music experience are welcome to join the Sanctuary Choir for rehearsals. The Sanctuary Choir leads the congregation in worship at the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services each week, and once a month during the summer. Led by Music Director Ted Bickish.
0 events,
3 events,
Family Christmas Eve Service
Family Christmas Eve Service
Join this family-friendly celebration of Christ's birth, held in the Upper Room
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
A beautiful candle-lit worship service with music led by the Sanctuary Choir.
7 events,
Nursery Care
Nursery Care
Childcare is available for infants, crawlers, toddlers and two's in our nurseries for the 8:00 a.m. service, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, and 11:00 a.m. services. Nurseries are open from 7:50 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Please check in your children at the computers in either location - by the Children’s Welcome Center on the first floor,…
Sunday Morning Congregational Prayer
Sunday Morning Congregational Prayer
We invite you to join us Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. in praying for the ongoing needs of the congregation and the ministries of Fourth Church and for God to be glorified in and through us. We meet in the Prayer Room. Questions? Call the Church office (301) 320-3600 Room: Prayer Room: 233A
2 events,
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Led by Steve Liston and Richard Morris. Men of all ages are invited to join this informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. For more information and the zoom link, email Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org. More information may be found on the Men's Ministry webpage.
0 events,
1 event,
Congregational Prayer (Online)
Congregational Prayer (Online)
All are welcome to join at 5:30 p.m. for a time of praying together online. The link to attend the zoom gathering is provided in our weekly Fourth Update email. To receive the weekly email, go to the bottom right of this page and sign-up under SUBSCRIBE. Questions? Contact Sallie Holdrich at 301-320-1329 or sholdrich@4thpres.org