Week of Events
Sunday Morning Worship
Children’s Church
Nursery Care
Nursery Care
Childcare is available for infants, crawlers, toddlers, two's, and three's in our nurseries for the 8:00 a.m. service, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, and 11:00 a.m. service. 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…
Sunday Morning Congregational Prayer
Sunday Morning Congregational Prayer
You are invited to join this time of prayer 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 Sunday mornings, 8:30 - 9:15 a.m., in the Prayer Room, # 233B. Questions? Call the Church office 301-320-3600
Adult Class: Confessing Christ—Westminster Confession
Adult Class: Confessing Christ—Westminster Confession
Taught by Dirk Rankin and others in Room 131. The Westminster Confession of Faith (first edition published 1646) remains a confessional standard of Presbyterian churches worldwide, and reflects the high point of the Protestant Reformation. The Confession is a definitive summary of the Christian faith rightly understood as containing the system of doctrine taught in…
Adult Class: Spiritual Disciplines
Adult Class: Spiritual Disciplines
Taught by Rev. Isaiah Nengean. This class will explore such topics as the emotionally healthy church, rest, image-bearing, belonging, restoration, toward the end of living empathetically, humbly, and joyfully with one another. To learn more, email Rev, Isaiah Nengean at inengean@4thpres.org, or Rev. Jules Grisham at jgrisham@4thpres.org.
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…
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.…
Adult Class: Scripture Study – James
Adult Class: Scripture Study – James
Taught by Rev. Jules Grisham and Dr. Scott Redd. In this class, we will study the Epistle of James, a short letter filled with profound and practical instruction for Christian life. A lecture follows small group discussions around tables based on home study questions. If you are new to the class, please stop by the…
Adult Class: GENtoREV – Psalms, Wisdom, Prophets, Gospels
Adult Class: GENtoREV – Psalms, Wisdom, Prophets, Gospels
Taught by Robin King, Kent Talbert and Tim Perrin in Room 132. This class will study and discuss the themes of the Wisdom books, the Prophets, and the Gospels, emphasizing their place in the great narrative arc of redemption history, culminating in the life, death, resurrection, ascension, and reign of the Lord Jesus Christ. To…
Disability Ministry Sunday School
Disability Ministry Sunday School
This Sunday School class is designed for people of all ages who have special needs. We are studying the Apostle’s Creed, discussing related Scripture passages and how that impacts our faith and daily lives. During our Sunday School hour, participants also have Chime Choir practice. For more information about our Disability Ministry go to: https://4thpres.org/ministries/special-blessings/…
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,…
Children’s Sunday School for age 3 through 5th grade
Sunday Morning Worship
Cherub & Children’s Church
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,…
Bells of the Trinity Rehearsal
Bells of the Trinity Rehearsal
Bells of the Trinity is a handbell choir for students in grades 6-12 with some musical experience. Students will continue to hone their skills, as well as rehearse pieces for the Sunday worship services and other special services.
Sunday Evening Worship
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
Men’s Proverbs Study (online)
This group meets online at 8:00 p.m. each Monday evening. Men of all ages are invited to join this weekly informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s Word. Contact Steve Liston at menproverbs@4thpres.org for the Zoom link and other information.
Men’s Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast
Men of all ages gather in the Upper Room fellowship, prayer, and praises over a hot breakfast as Pastors Todd Smedley and Jules Grisham teach on "Romans: No Condemnation in Christ." Cost is $5.00. No RSVP is required. To learn more, contact Rev. Jules Grisham at (301) 320-3600 x 380 or jgrisham@4thpres.org.
Youth Alpha Course – Potomac
Youth Alpha Course – Potomac
Invite a friend to our Youth Alpha Course - Potomac. This is a course designed to introduce the basics of the Christian faith through a series of talks and discussions, in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Each week features dinner, fellowship, and a 25-minute film. Email Alpha to learn more and register.
***CANCELLED***Fourth Strings
***CANCELLED***Fourth Strings
Students must be ages 6 and up, and currently taking private lessons in violin, viola, or cello. A rehearsal schedule will be sent to students who sign up. The ensemble will play in worship twice in the fall and twice in the spring. Questions? Contact Carolyn Mallory, cmallory@4thpres.org.
Kingdom Choir Rehearsal
Kingdom Choir Rehearsal
The Kingdom Choir rehearses on Wednesday nights from 5:15-6:30 p.m. and sings in the Sunday service periodically throughout the year. Led by Wyeth Duncan.
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
Alpha Course – Bethesda (near NIH)
Alpha Course – Bethesda (near NIH)
Invite a friend to our Alpha Course - Bethesda Group. This is a course designed to introduce the basics of the Christian faith through a series of talks and discussions, in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Each week features dinner, fellowship, and a 25-minute film. Email Alpha to learn more and register.
All Choirs Rehearsal
All Choirs Rehearsal
The Sanctuary, Kingdom, and Covenant Choirs meet together for the final rehearsal of the season in preparation for the morning services on May 19th.
English Classes Graduation Celebration
English Classes Graduation Celebration
Our English class students and their families join with their teachers and volunteers to celebrate graduation in the Upper Room.
Fourth Orchestra
DivorceCare Group
DivorceCare Group
DivorceCare offers 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.
Women’s Reformed Reading Group
Women’s Reformed Reading Group
Women gather to study classic reformed literature. They meet in Room 132. Email rtreading@4thpres.org for more information.
Disability Ministry Moms Group (Online)
Disability Ministry Moms Group (Online)
Our Moms group meets online to provide mutual support, prayer, and encouragement for those with any age children who have disabilities. All are welcome – including newcomers! Contact Tricia Han for more information.
Disability Ministry Dads Group (Online)
Disability Ministry Dads Group (Online)
Our Dads group meets online to provide mutual support, prayer, and encouragement for those with any age children who have disabilities. All are welcome – including newcomers! Contact Tricia Han for more information, than@4thpres.org.