Pender UMC

Join us for a powerful Sunday service on October 20, 2024, the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, as Pastor Bruce Johnson delivers a sermon on "True Greatness," inspired by the lessons in Hebrews 4:14-5:10 and Mark 10:35-45.

This Sunday, discover the profound Biblical teachings on humility and servant leadership that define true greatness in the eyes of God. Dive deep into these compelling scriptures with us, learn what it means to be truly great by serving others, and reflect on how you can embody these values in your daily life.

Don't miss this transformative experience—tune in, be inspired, and walk away with a renewed perspective on greatness.

At Pender, you're welcome just as you are! There's no dress code—whether you prefer jeans and a t-shirt or a dress and suit, you'll fit right in.

Join us live or tune in online to be part of this spiritual journey.

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Join us live at Pender UMC
12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA US 22033

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The next Combined Service will be October 20, 2024 at 10:00 am

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Sunday School Classes

Sunday School for Everyone!

Time: Every Sunday
Location: On Zoom and In Person

Children's Sunday School

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

Youth Sunday School Class

Time: Every Sunday, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Location: In Person

Adult Sunday School Classes

Time: Every Sunday, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: In Person

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Opportunities to Serve

JDC (Juvenile Detention Center)

On the fourth Sunday of the month, people in the Pender community lead a one hour worship service at Fairfax Juvenile Detention Center (JDC). This worship service supports teenagers (7th to 12th grade) and the staff.

Worship service is from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. Volunteers are asked to meet at JDC at 1:15 PM. You do not need to have any special skills, just a willing heart and spirit to share the gospel with teens and young adults.

Questions can be directed to Arlet Williams, (703) 474-2661 or

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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)

WFCM has been providing food and services to the community for 37 years! Pender was one of the twelve founding churches that set the path and began the journey. Becky Bryan is our current liaison with WFCM. Please contact her with any questions.

In April more than 700 families were provided groceries from the Food Pantries, a 48% increase over April of 2023! Serving more families means we have a greater opportunity to make an impact with our donations.

There are multiple ways you can support this community ministry. The ways we hear of most often are donations of goods or money. Another way to participate is through volunteering of time to work in the Food Pantry. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the WFCM office or Becky Bryan.

Financial donations to be used to stock the Food Pantry can be made to Pender to be forwarded to WFCM. In a recent newsletter, WFCM explained that, because of the savings that flow out of bulk purchases, a donation of $100 is used to purchase the equivalent of $600 of food.

For donations of food and toiletry items, you may leave your gifts in the grocery cart located by Pender’s front doors. OR, you can order from Amazon for direct delivery to WFCM at 4511 Daly Drive, Suite J, Chantilly, VA 20151.