The Latest Missions Video

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, the Pender UMC congregation heard inspiring updates about two upcoming mission trips launching this week.

Jane McKee shared about the team heading to Philippi, West Virginia, where they'll assist with construction projects—including work on Tiny Houses—to support local housing needs such as painting.

Johanna Berry spoke about her team traveling to Ethiopia and Uganda in Africa to offer vital medical assistance at an orphanage, lead Bible studies, and teach science to children—bringing both healing and hope.

Join us in praying for these dedicated teams as they carry God’s love into the world through service, compassion, and education.

Missions Conference

The Pender Faith Promise Missions Celebration was Sat. Apr 30 at 8:30AM-12:30PM and on Sun. May 1 at 9AM, Sunday School and 11:15AM Services.

Missionaries shared about their ministries in our Fairfax community, in the US, and internationally.

Our keynote speaker was Christine Hanak, an ordained UMC minister, and her husband, Charlie. They serve globally with Ambassadors for Christ International (AFCI). As you know, Chris is an ordained minister with the UMC, and we are thrilled to have her back at her home congregation where her missionary life began.

Austin and Sinte House updated us about their ministry in Thailand. Members from Campus Crusade (Cru) on the George Mason University campus will come share their testimonies. Enjoy inspirational music and songs!

Breakfast, lunch and refreshments with an international flair were served in the Gathering Place.

Pender United Methodist Church supports 150 missionaries in 32 countries around the world. Each year, Pender sends teams on short-term mission trips to Central and South America, Europe, Africa, and we're always researching other trips.