Discover the Power of Prayer with Pastor Bruce Johnson at Pender UMC | September 15th
Join us at Pender United Methodist Church this Sunday, September 15th at 10 AM, for an empowering sermon titled "Praying Big" by Pastor Bruce Johnson. Dive deep into the scriptures of Ephesians 1:15-23 and Mark 8:27-38, as we explore the vast dimensions and profound impact of prayer in our lives.
Service Highlights:
Sermon: Pastor Bruce will challenge us to expand our prayer horizons and experience the transformation that comes from truly bold and faith-filled prayers.
Scriptural Insights: Gain deeper understanding of how prayer connects us with the divine power and purpose outlined in Ephesians and the lessons from Jesus' journey as depicted in Mark.
The 17th Sunday after Pentecost: Reflect on the season's spiritual themes and how they relate to our daily walk with Christ.
Whether you're joining us in person or tuning in from home, this sermon promises to enrich your spiritual journey and inspire you to pray with courage and expectancy. See you on Sunday for a day of faith, reflection, and community!
On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Pender had a spiritually enriching combined service at Pender United Methodist Church where Pastor Bruce Johnson preached on “Blessing God,” which drew from the powerful texts of 1 John 1:9, Ephesians 1:1-14 and...
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
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.