Events

All are welcome to come worship our God together.

Cherub Church is available for children age 3 through Pre-Kindergarten at 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. Children's Church is available for Kindergarten through 3rd grade - Children are dismissed from the worship service before the sermon and are escorted by volunteers to their classroom. Parents pick up children in their classrooms after the service. Please check…

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…

Prayer is essential to the church. Each Sunday morning, we gather to pray in the Chapel for the ongoing needs of Fourth's congregation and ministries, and for God to be glorified in and through us. While people will be there between 8:30 and 9:15 am, please come and go as your schedule allows. Questions? Contact…

We invite and encourage all newcomers to join us in The Commons after the 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. services. Children accompanied by their parents are welcome, too!

We invite all 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students to join us Sunday mornings for fellowship, praise, and music before we break into small groups by grade and gender to study God’s word and learn about who he is. Questions? Contact Middle School Coordinator Clay Stevens cstevens@4thpres.org 301-320-3434 ext. 215

We invite all 9th-12th grade students to join us Sunday mornings for fellowship, praise, and music with a live band, and then students break into small groups by grade to study and learn about God’s word and who he is. Questions? Contact High School Coordinator Chloe Mazer, cmazer@4thpres.org

Sunday School is available for children age 3 through 5th grade during the 9:30 a.m. service. Please check in your children at the computers in one of the following locations - by the Children’s Welcome Center on the first floor, by the elevator on the second floor, or at the check-in station in the Upper…

This class, continuing from the Fall 2024 semester, examines the symbols and themes of the book as it unfolds through a series of visions to the grand climax and consummation of the whole of Scripture. We’ll discuss various approaches for understanding the book at a granular level of detail, but we’ll also show how the…

Taught by Dr. Todd Smedley, Rev. Jules Grisham and Jeremy Williams, this class meets in Room 131. What are we to believe concerning God and what duty does God require of us? In this 14-week course we will study all the doctrines of Scripture using the Westminster Shorter Catechism as the organizational template. We will…

This class, taught by Robin King, Kent Talbert, and Tim Perrin, meets in Room 142, studying and discussing the themes of the Old Testament, from Genesis through the wisdom literature, emphasizing the place of each book in the great unfolding story of redemption history, culminating in the life, death, resurrection, ascension, and reign of the…

This Sunday School class is designed for people of all ages who have a disability. During our Sunday School hour, participants also have Chime Choir practice. For more information about our Disability Ministry contact our Disability Ministry Coordinator Tricia Han at than@4thpres.or visit 4thpres.org/ministries/disability/

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,…

All are welcome to come worship our God together.

Cherub Church is available for children age 3 through Pre-Kindergarten at 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. Children's Church is available for Kindergarten through 3rd grade - Children are dismissed from the worship service before the sermon and are escorted by volunteers to their classroom. Parents pick up children in their classrooms after the service. Please check…

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,…

We invite and encourage all newcomers to join us in The Commons after the 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. services. Children accompanied by their parents are welcome, too!

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.

Join us for worship and sharing of the Lord's Supper.

All are welcome to participate in the GriefShare support group hosted by Fourth Church. GriefShare is a compassionate grief recovery support group that offers help and healing for those suffering the hurt of losing a loved one. This 13-week program features topics and discussions that address common struggles and provide valuable information, encouragement, and direction.…

This group, led by Rev. Jules Grisham, Bob Li, and Steve Pappas, meets online for an informal study of Proverbs, chapter by chapter, spurring fellowship and deepening our engagement with God’s word. Email menproverbs@4thpres.org for the Zoom link and more information.

Alpha Meeting in Potomac

Our Tuesday night group meets over Zoom, 7:45-9 p.m. Meetings are September 10 to November 19 and January 7 to April 8. In the Fall we will study "I - II Peter and Jude: a 12-Week Study” by Jonathan K. Dodson and in the Spring “Daniel: a 12-Week Study” by Todd Wilson. Please purchase your…

Studying Daniel: A 12-Week Study by Todd Wilson, Knowing the Bible Series. Women gather in Room 131 for teaching before breaking into small groups for discussion. A children's program is available. Email Suki Dicker at sdicker@4thpres.org for more information.

The Covenant Choir provides basic vocal training for young choristers in grades 3–8. The choir rehearses weekly and participates in the Sunday worship service periodically. Led by Director of Music Ted Bickish.

Students must be ages 6 and up, and currently taking private lessons in violin, viola, or cello. Following the Suzuki method, Fourth Strings rehearses and prepares several preludes for Sunday morning worship services throughout the year. Contact the music office for more information.

Please join us via Zoom on Wednesdays 5:30-6 p.m. to pray for our congregation and ministries. The link to attend is available in Fourth’s Midweek Email each Wednesday. To receive that weekly email, sign up under SUBSCRIBE at the bottom right of this page. For more information, contact Noel Bradley at nbradley@4thpres.org.

We look forward to this time of faith and fellowship with 6th-12th graders at our mid-week Bible Studies. After announcements, students are divided by grade and gender for small group discussions. Students are welcome to bring friends. Bring a Bible, pen, and notebook. Let us know if you need a Bible. Questions? Contact Noel Bradley…

Our church invites non-native speakers of English to participate in our weekly English classes which run September 11-May 7. Instruction is led by friendly teachers and conversation partners at six different levels, starting with beginners. There is a one-time $50 book fee for the year. New students are welcome to register throughout the year. Childcare…

The Kingdom Choir is for ages 14–18 and sings in the Sunday service periodically. Led by Wyeth Duncan, Assistant Director of Music; for more information, email Wyeth Duncan.

Our high school band leads the opening praise music for Sunday School during the school year and welcomes students who play an instrument and/or have vocal experience. Rehearsals run Wednesdays 8:15–9:00 p.m. after Bible Study, September–May. For info about joining the band, contact Noel Bradley in the Youth Office.

Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life (Proverbs 16:31). Led by Wyeth Duncan, we gather to study God's Word together. Meets Thursdays in The Commons, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. September - May. Email Suki at sdicker@4thpres.org for more information.

Alpha Meeting in Bethesda

Circles meet in members' homes in various neighborhoods throughout the DMV for Bible study, fellowship and prayer. Priscilla circle meets in Bethesda in Woodacres the first Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Email sdicker@4thpres.org for more information.

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. Please register at divorcecare.org. Email divorcecare@4thpres.org for more information.

The Sanctuary Choir welcomes adult singers of at least intermediate musical experience, and participates in the 11 a.m. service throughout the academic year. Sunday morning warm-ups take place at 10:15 a.m. in the Choir Room.

How do we believe the truth of God’s perfect plan for his children when we experience trials and suffering? Digging deep into Hebrews 11-12 Lindsey will help show us that it is through the tough times that God strengthens our weary hearts to believe, so that we will persevere in hope as we await the…

We invite all 6th-8th graders to bring their friends and join us for a fun-filled theme night with games, followed by a faith message. For more information, please contact our Middle School Coordinators Clay Stevens cstevens@4thpres.org or Gabbi Heiser gheiser@4thpres.org.

How do we believe the truth of God’s perfect plan for his children when we experience trials and suffering? Digging deep into Hebrews 11-12 Lindsey will help show us that it is through the tough times that God strengthens our weary hearts to believe, so that we will persevere in hope as we await the…