Attend in person or tune in this Sunday, January 12, 2025, for a deeply transformative Service of Covenant Renewal at Pender UMC, guided by the historic framework of John Wesley's Covenant Renewal Service.
Wesley adapted the service from a Puritan ritual and first held it in London on August 11, 1755. He published his instructions for the service in 1780, and it was used without major changes for almost a century.
This service is a cherished opportunity for believers to renew their commitment to God. Pastor Bruce Johnson will illuminate our spiritual journey in his sermon "Believing with Heart, Mind, and Life," drawing from Jeremiah 31:31-34 and John 15:1-8.
The service will also extend an "Invitation to a Holy Life" through the empowering words of 1 Peter 1:3-9 and 1 Peter 1:13-25. Join us as we reaffirm our faith and commitment to a life in Christ.
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.
On January 5, 2025, Pender United Methodist Church held a special Epiphany service led by Pastor Bruce Johnson. This meaningful day commemorated the revelation of Christ to the Gentiles, symbolized by the Magi's visit.
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
The blue bin in the lobby at Pender is your opportunity to share kindness and hope with those in need. We’re collecting new and lightly-used clothing to support the Lamb Center, a daytime drop-in shelter serving individuals experiencing homelessness in Fairfax, Virginia.
At the Lamb Center, the love of Christ inspires every action. Together, we can make a tangible difference by sharing our blessings and supporting our neighbors in need. Together, we can bring warmth, dignity, and hope to our community. Thank you for being the hands and feet of Christ!
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.