We gathered on Sunday, March 17th, for a powerful and transformative service observing the fifth Sunday of Lent. Pastor Bruce Johnson led us in a profound exploration of "Signs of Glory," drawing upon the spiritual depths of Psalm 51:10, Psalm 51:6, Jeremiah 31:31-34, and Psalm 51:1-17.

During this reflective and anticipatory time leading up to Easter, Pastor Johnson's sermon delved into the themes of repentance and renewal. He offered insights into witnessing God's glory in our lives, intertwining the messages of God's forgiveness, the joy of salvation, and the promise of a new covenant with Him.

The service was a significant opportunity for deepening faith and understanding of God's word, marked by a moving journey of spiritual renewal and divine discovery. Whether in person or online, attendees found the service to be a nurturing experience in their Lenten journey.

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All of Pender's services are streamed live and in person.

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12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA US 22033


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Next Sunday, Palm Sunday, there will be One Combined Service at 10:00 am


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The Next Contemporary Worship will be April 7, 2024 at 11:15 am


Latest Sermon

 

"Love’s Merciful Judgment" - Traditional Service

March 10, 2024
by Pastor Bruce Johnson

Pastor Bruce Johnson delivered a thought-provoking sermon at Pender UMC titled "Love’s Merciful Judgment," challenging the modern aversion to judgment and inviting us to reconsider God's judgment from a biblical perspective.

Sermon Archive

What is Pender UMC doing to prepare for the General Conference? See below:

View the General Conference: Discerning a Faithful Path Forward PDF


More about General Conference here.

Sunday School Classes
Sunday School for Everyone!

Time: Every Sunday, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: On Zoom and In Person

Children's Sunday School

Time: Every Sunday, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: In Person

Youth Sunday School Class

Time: Every Sunday, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Location: In Person

Adult Sunday School Classes

Time: Every Sunday, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: In Person

Next Events

Request a room by filling out this form.  You will get an email when your event is approved. Note that you cannot add an event to a room that is already reserved for another meeting.  

Register for the Easter Egg Hunt

March 19, 2024

Eggstravaganza Alert for 150 Little Explorers! Get ready for a spectacular Outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, where adventure...

Pastor Bruce Bible Study

March 19, 2024

New Study to begin on a topic of importance to us all.  As Christians we know that God has acted in Jesus Christ to...

Opportunities to Serve

GBE Backpack Meal Program Thanks and Update

The next bags will be available April 7 to be returned by April 21st.

We wanted to thank you all so much for your very active participation in filling the blue bags for GBE. Each time we put them out they are all taken and brought back full! We can't tell you how much we and the counselors and students at GBE appreciate this! The bags will once again be available this weekend..

You might notice that we will no longer be asking for Mac-n-Cheese and Milk. Thanks to WFCM, who has provided a refrigerator to the school, as of last week, they are also providing Mac-n-Cheese and fresh produce and refrigerated items.

In addition to filling the blue bags if you have any plastic grocery bags that you would like to recycle, they have said that would be of great help in distributing the additional WFCM provided items. Thank you again for your continued support. If you have any questions, please contact Jami Flemmons or Ann Hines

Rest Stop

Items can be left in the blue bin or in the church office labeled "Rest Stop".

Items often needed are: 16 oz water bottles (They do not use the 4oz ones) and energy/protein drinks.

They also enjoy individual size bags of potato chips, jerky, cookies and nuts.

Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM)

JDC (Juvenile Detention Center)

Wanted: Volunteers to attend Pender's monthly church service at the Fairfax Juvenile Detention Center. Our next date is March 24th..

We meet at the jail at 12:30p, and are out by 2:00p.

Our ministry at the jail is growing, and the young people thirst for the water of life because of their circumstances. It is easy fishin' as they already stepped out of their cell to come to church.

It is a showing up thing. That's all you need to do... show up. Contact Arlet if interested.

Sign up at pender.church/signup

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