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July 20, 2025 at 10:00 am

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PENDER PRAYER TEAM: Send prayer requests via our website, Connection Card in the bulletin, or contact the Church Office.  You can also text your prayer request to (833) 674-0619 or scan the QR code below:

To become a PRAYER WARRIOR, or if you wish to have a loved one who needs ongoing prayer listed in the bulletin, please contact the Church Office.

Pender Faith Promise Missions.

Pender supports 67 missionaries and cross-cultural workers worldwide.

Please lift up our Pender Philippi Team; 10 Mission Teams serving in the USA: Laura Bowers (CRU, DMV), Warren & Joy George (Navigators, CA), Rev. Neal & Shirley Hicks (TMS Global, TN), Stephen & Meiyun Hoyle (COM, VA), Stephanie Mberego (Bridges Int'l, DMV), Andrew & Karlayne Powars (CRU, DC), Rev. Ruston & Donna Seaman (Peoples Chapel, WV), Joe & Laura Sullivan (COM, PA), Kathie Virunurm (CRU, DMV), Rick & Debbie Yorgey (Navigators, DC).

Please select "Faith Promise Missions" for online contributions or indicate in the memo line of your check. Pender supports 62 Missions Teams and Cross-cultural Workers worldwide. For more info, please contact Greg or Maya Berry at

Save the Date
  • July 16, AA Meeting
  • July 18 to 26, Youth Mission to Philippi, WV
  • July 27, JDC/Juvenile Detention Center
  • August 2, Churchwide Planning Session
  • August 16, Community Day and Welcome Back to School Festival
  • August 23, Pender United Women in Faith: Peach Picking
  • September 13, Women's Prayer Retreat
  • September 13 to 21, Walk, Bike & Roll to Worship Week
  • October 18, Second Annual Walk to End Hunger
  • October 24-26, Focus on the Heart Women's Bible Study with Rev Christine Hanak
  • October 25, Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat
  • December 6 (tentative), Craft and Christmas Market

PENDER NEEDS YOU!

Sign up to help at www.pender.church/signup

Pender Hill School Registration is open. Learn more at https://penderumc.org/pender-hill-school/

DO YOU HAVE THE GIFT OF HOSPITALITY & LOVE MEETING PEOPLE? Pender needs you! Help is needed during our 10am worship service. If you would like to be a Greeter or an Usher, please contact Glenn Lammi.

REACHING NEW PEOPLE Help your church grow! What does it mean to start thinking of “visitors” as being “guests”? Well, a visitor is someone who knocks on your door at night and you won’t let them in. A guest is someone you welcome! Pender is looking for some good men and women to help project Pender’s presence into the community for the sake of Jesus Christ. We want you to help us plan events and welcome guests! Contact Peter Andrews.

Support our First Responders– Help us restock our First Responders Rest Stop. The following donations are welcome: chips, 16 oz bottled water, energy drinks, vitamin water, snacks, frozen sandwiches, ice cream, candy, and cookies. Donations can be dropped off in the Church Office. Our officers continually let us know how blessed they are to have a safe place here at Pender! In turn, we are safer because of their presence!

Calling all Shepherds!   If you like working with children (ages PreK - grade 6) and are willing to help distribute materials and assist children in the classroom, we'd love to have you join our Children's Sunday School team! Help our children feel God's love and the support/encouragement of our Pender family!  (Sundays, 10:30 - 11:30am. Sign up for 1 week or 40!)   Please contact Jane McKee.

Get Connected

Lectio Divina Prayer Group, Thursdays at 1:30-3:00pm. Lectio Divina, or “divine reading” is a traditional Christian practice that helps you dive deeply into a passage of scripture and see how God speaks to you. The group reads a Bible passage, reflects on the passage, responds to what God’s word is saying to us and meditate on the Bible passage. The group is meeting by Zoom. Please contact Carol-Anne Kaye for Zoom information.

CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL at 10:30am - We meet in person!  Any questions?  Please speak with Miss Jane McKee!

Impact Youth Group (for all rising 7th-12th graders)

YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL meets every Sunday at 11:15am in person in the Youth Room.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETING IN PERSON

Sunday Morning, 9:00 am, The Seekers Class meets in Room 220 Contact Stan Kurzeja

Financial Info

As of May 31, 2025:

MTD actual revenue was $41,244;  YTD actual revenue was $239,848;
MTD actual expenses was $45,749; YTD actual expenses was $250,945;
MTD net loss was ($4,505);      YTD net loss was ($11,096).

The Call of Salvation at Pender UMC | July 13, 2025 The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

We gathered as Pastor Bruce Johnson began a new sermon series exploring the journey of faith taken by Abraham, Sarah, and others whom God called to help restore a broken world.

This week’s message, “The Call of Salvation,” drew from Genesis 11:31–12:9 and Matthew 22:22–33, inviting us to reflect on our own response to God’s call in our lives.

This powerful series delved into the lives of the patriarchs and matriarchs of our faith—those chosen by God to become a beloved people shaped by grace. As we explored their stories, especially in Genesis 18:12–25, we uncovered the heart of a God who brings life where there was none, who works through flawed people, and who continues to guide and empower the Church today.

Whether you were just beginning your faith journey or had been walking with Christ for years, this series offered fresh insight and encouragement to help you discern God’s presence and purpose in your life.

Everyone was welcome to come as they were and be inspired to take their next faithful step.

Pender United Methodist Church
12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA

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Pender United Methodist Church
12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA

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Services are also posted in our sermon archive.

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12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA US 22033


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Pender Worship Service
July 20, 2025 at 10:00 am


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

Next Events

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Mary Martha Circle

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Pastor Bruce Bible Study

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AA Open Meetings

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Opportunities to Serve

Lend a helping hand to our local heroes by contributing to the Pender Police Rest Stop! We are currently in need of bottled water.

We are collecting a variety of items that our officers greatly appreciate during their shifts. You can drop off your donations at the church office, clearly marked "Rest Stop."

Here’s what our officers are currently enjoying:

  • Celsius Energy Drinks to keep them energized
  • Drizzilicious Rice Cakes for a light snack
  • A variety of chips for that perfect crunch

Additionally, we're always in need of:

  • Full-size water bottles (Please note: the 4oz bottles are not utilized)
  • Refreshing beverages like seltzers, Gatorade, Propel, Aspire, and other energy drinks
  • Individual-sized snacks such as potato chips, jerky, cookies, and nuts

Your contributions make a real difference in the daily routines of our police officers, providing them with the sustenance and morale boost they need to keep our community safe. Drop by with your contributions and show your support!


Canned Meat (chicken, salmon, sardines, Vienna sausages)
Canned Vegetables (beets, potatoes, mixed vegetables)
Pancake Mix
Boxed Pasta (macaroni, ziti, shells, etc.)
Mashed Potatoes (pouch or box)
Flavored Rice and Pasta (Rice A Roni, Knorr pasta sides)
Canned Fruit (peaches, applesauce, pineapples)
Kidney Beans
Macaroni & Cheese
Cake Mix or Brownie Mix
Family Sized Snacks (crackers, pretzels, nuts, etc.)
Shelf Stable Juice (apple, cranberry, grape, etc.) (no glass bottles)
Hot Beverages (ground coffee, tea bags, etc.)

Toiletries: body wash, lotion, deodorant, mouthwash, hair conditioner, feminine hygiene products (pads), and baby wipes (NOTE: we are not currently in need of diapers due to our partnership with Greater DC Diaper Bank. Please only donate baby wipes if you want to donate items for babies.

More opportunities to serve