Week of Events
Middle School Winter Retreat
We invite 6th-8th graders to join us for our annual Middle School Winter Retreat. Save the date and tell your friends! More details to follow.
Cherub & Children’s Church
Sunday Morning Worship in the Upper Room
Sunday Morning Worship in the Upper Room
All are welcome to come worship our God together in the Upper Room.
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, # 233B. Questions? Call the Church office 301-320-3600
Budget Q&A Information Session
Budget Q&A Information Session
Budget Information Session for 2023 budget, with Q&A, in preparation for Annual Congregational Meeting. Join members of the Finance and Stewardship Committee in Room 132, located below Halverson Hall.
Town Hall Meeting for Proposed Bylaws Revisions
Town Hall Meeting for Proposed Bylaws Revisions
Town Hall meeting for presentation and discussion of proposed bylaws revisions. All members invited.
Special Blessings Sunday School
Special Blessings Sunday School
The Special Blessings Sunday School class is designed for people of all ages who have special needs. We use the interactive Bible study SeeJesus Bethesda series Unit 5: THE PASSION about who the person of Jesus is.. These are memorable lessons to help students understand Jesus’ teachings about faith and how each of us can…
Children’s Sunday School for age 2 through 5th Grade
New Members Class
New Members Class
Join this class to get to know the church better and prayerfully consider becoming a member.
Middle School Sunday School
Middle School Sunday School
We invite all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students to join us Sunday mornings in room 102 (just inside the lower lot entrance) for worship and praise with a live band, fellowship and Bible teaching. Students are divided into small groups by grade and gender to learn about the Bible together and gain a deeper…
Adult Sunday School – Christ Over All: Studies in the Book of Hebrews
Adult Sunday School – Christ Over All: Studies in the Book of Hebrews
Taught by Dr. Todd Smedley, Dr. Scott Redd and others. The Book of Hebrews introduces us to the Lord Jesus Christ as he is promised in the Old Testament. Looking to the history and worship of Israel, we will see how God works out his plan of redemption, finding its fulfillment and completion in the…
Adult Sunday School – Apologetics: The Christian World View
Adult Sunday School – Apologetics: The Christian World View
Taught by Brad Jefferies. Room 131. This class will examine Scripture in order to understand the theological truths that comprise the Christian worldview so that we might be better prepared to engage in apologetic discourse with non-Christians.
Young Adult Class
Young Adult Class
Taught by Dave Frerichs and others. Join others in their 20s and 30s for fellowship, exegetical teaching, and small group discussion.
High School Sunday School
High School Sunday School
We invite all 9th-12th grade students to join us Sunday mornings in room 007 (downstairs basement level) for worship and praise with a live band, fellowship and Bible teaching. Students are divided into small groups by grade to learn about the Bible together and gain a deeper understanding of God’s word and who he is.…
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,…
High School Sunday School
High School Sunday School
We invite all 9th-12th grade students to join us Sunday mornings in room 007 (downstairs basement level) for worship and praise with a live band, fellowship and Bible teaching. Students are divided into small groups by grade to learn about the Bible together and gain a deeper understanding of God’s word and who he is.…
High School Sunday School
High School Sunday School
We invite all 9th-12th grade students to join us Sunday mornings in room 007 (downstairs basement level) for worship and praise with a live band, fellowship and Bible teaching. Students are divided into small groups by grade to learn about the Bible together and gain a deeper understanding of God’s word and who he is.…
Town Hall Meeting for Proposed Bylaws Revisions
Town Hall Meeting for Proposed Bylaws Revisions
Town Hall meeting for presentation and discussion of proposed bylaws revisions. All members invited.
Budget Q&A Information Session
Budget Q&A Information Session
Budget Information Session for 2023 budget, with Q&A, in preparation for Annual Congregational Meeting. Join members of the Finance and Stewardship Committee in Room 132, located below Halverson Hall.
Cherub & Children’s Church
Sunday Morning Worship in Upper Room
Sunday Morning Worship in Upper Room
All are welcome to come worship our God together in the Upper Room.
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,…
Ring Forth! Rehearsal
Ring Forth! Rehearsal
No previous experience is necessary to join Ring Forth! Learn to play the handbells with other students. Ring Forth! occasionally helps leads the congregation in worship.
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.
G2G Evening Bible Study
G2G Evening Bible Study
We will study "1 & 2 Thessalonians, Living in the End Times" by John Stott (September 14 - November 16), "These Truths Alone, Why the Reformation Solas Are Essential for Our Faith Today" by Jason Helopoulos (January 11 - March 29), and "Matthew , Making Disciples for the Nations, Volume 1 (Chapters 1-13) by Jon…
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.
G2G Bible Study with Children’s Program
G2G Bible Study with Children’s Program
We will study "These Truths Alone, Why the Reformation Solas Are Essential for Our Faith Today" by Jason Helopoulos (January 4 - March 29), and "Matthew, Making Disciples for the Nations, Volume 1 (Chapters 1-13) by Jon Nielson & Daniel Doriani (April 12 - May 17). Online registration is open for G2G. The cost is…
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.
Youth Bible Studies
Youth Bible Studies
We encourage 6th-12 graders to attend our mid-week Bible Study, an opportunity for faith, 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 in the Youth Office (301) 320-3434 ext.234
English Classes
English Classes
Fourth Presbyterian Church invites non-native speakers of English to participate in our English classes held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Classes run from September through May, and cost $40 for the year. Questions? More details at https://4thpres.org/englishclasses/ or contact mkorossy@4thpres.org.
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 in Room 200. The first Wednesday of each month, the group will gather in the lounge area just down the hall from 200. If you have a younger child involved in the Children's Choir, 6:00…
Young Adult Men’s Bible Study
Young Adult Men’s Bible Study
Young Adult Men will meet weekly for Bible study. Contact Dave Frerichs for further information.
Youth Pizza Fellowship
Youth Pizza Fellowship
Students are invited to hang out after Bible studies end for pizza and fellowship. Please pick up by 8:45 p.m. Questions? Contact Noel Bradley in Youth Office. nbradley@4thpres.org
MS & HS Band Rehearsals
MS & HS Band Rehearsals
Middle school band rehearsal in room 102 and High school band rehearsal in 007
DivorceCare
DivorceCare
We offer a bible-centered series and a caring, non-judgmental place to meet with others who are going through the same struggles. You will learn helpful, positive ways to meet the challenges involved with separation and divorce. Register at divorcecare.org. Email divorcecare@4thpres.org for more information.
Young Adults Thursday Night Praise and Prayer
Young Adults Thursday Night Praise and Prayer
A casual, often intergenerational gathering to sing and read scripture together. All Young Adults are invited to attend. Email Dave Frerichs 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.
G2G Zoom Bible Study
G2G Zoom Bible Study
We will study "1 & 2 Thessalonians, Living in the End Times" by John Stott (September 14 - November 16), "These Truths Alone, Why the Reformation Solas Are Essential for Our Faith Today" by Jason Helopoulos (January 11 - March 29), and "Matthew, Making Disciples for the Nations, Volume 1 (Chapters 1-13) by Jon Nielson…
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…
Drive-Through Collection & Food Drive
Drive-Through Collection & Food Drive
Please consider donating to Fourth's monthly no-contact food drive and home goods/clothing collection. You can drive up and 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. Please use paper bags with handles, mark…
Special Blessings Dads’ Group
Special Blessings Dads’ Group
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…