Are you registered for Fourth's Missions Conference? Watch this brief video to learn how to register and use the conference app (Whova) where all virtual sessions will take place. Email missions@4thpres.org for help registering or creating your schedule. Learn more at 4thpres.org/missions and register today.

2021 Missions Conference April 30–May 5

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Registration Instructions

NOTE: For the coming week-at-a-glance and the latest ministry announcements, see our online Fourth Update.

Fourth Update for April 21

24/7 Prayer

For the week of May 9-16, Fourth Church is planning a period of continuous prayer. Sign up ahead of time for 30- or 60-minute time slots. Consider coordinating with your family and friends to pray together at a specified time in your home, over the phone, in a Zoom meeting, or in person at Fourth (limited time slots available).

For more information, please contact Charlotte FitzGerald at cfitzgerald@4thpres.org. Sign Up Now

Worship Services | Sunday, April 25

Reservations open each Wednesday morning for the Sunday to come and are now open for the following services. Please take note of the outdoor service and livestream information below.

Sunday, April 25 • 8:00 a.m. | Sanctuary • 9:30 a.m. | Upper Room • 11:00 a.m. | Lower Parking Lot • 6:00 p.m. | Upper Room Make a reservation for the service of your choice and the size of your household. Reserve a Space Outdoor Services Please bring your own chairs/blankets if you reserve a parking space for "Household of Any Size." Chairs in groups of two are provided for "Households of 1–2" reservations. If you reserve a "Park & Listen" spot for the 11:00 a.m. service, tune your car radio to 90.5 FM for audio. Face Masks Please wear your face mask as you enter and exit the outdoor service. If you are comfortable doing so, remove your mask when you arrive at your seat. Face masks must be worn at all times for indoor services.

Sermon for Morning Worship “Can I Get a Witness?” John 1:19-34   Sermon for Evening Worship NOTE: This is a Baccalaureate Service held in the Upper Room “Working Out Your Own Salvation” Philippians 2:1-13 Livestream Options The 8:00 a.m. service is available via video livestream, video on demand, and phone livestream (dial 855-217-0187 at 8:00 a.m. to listen "live" or later to listen on demand). Accessibility If you require the accessible entrance for indoor worship, first make your reservation, then email Rebecca Sparks-Korossy, rkorossy@4thpres.org, so that we may accommodate you.  Cancellations If you need to cancel your reservation, please email cancel@4thpres.org.

Women's Spring Celebration

Like so many things in the last year, our traditional women's events have not taken place. However, it is with great joy that we present this video of the women of Fourth as they testify to the faithfulness of God in a challenging year.

Congregational Prayer Online

Wednesdays, 5:30—6:00 p.m. Join our churchwide online prayer time by video or phone. If it's your first time joining us, get familiar with Zoom ahead of time. Join by Video

Join by Phone  Call 301-715-8592 (Meeting ID: 800 360 843) (Password: 867143) Contact: Sallie Holdrich sholdrich@4thpres.org or 301-320-3600, x205

Adult Education Programs

Pastor's Class Sunday School Nehemiah and Esther or 1 & 2 Peter and Jude Through May 9 Newcomers are welcome at any time. Learn more. New Testament Overview Through May 9, Sundays, 4:00 p.m. Weekly small group Zoom Bible study based on home study questions prepared in advance. Learn more.

Teaching on Tuesdays* “Great Questions Christians Ask” Through June 8, 7:00-7:45 p.m. There will be no session on May 4. Register for Missions Week activities instead. Sessions examine the pages of Holy Scripture to address some of the great questions believers have concerning the Christian faith. Learn more. Look for the link to the Zoom gathering in the Teaching on Tuesdays reminder email that is sent each Tuesday. *Please note this series is not being recorded, and no registration is required.

Deacons' Offering

The Deacons of Fourth Church offer prayer and assistance for those in difficult circumstances, acting on behalf of the congregation. To support this scripturally mandated ministry, a Deacons’ Offering will be collected at all morning services, Sunday, April 25.

Give online to the Deacon Fund any time by clicking on the GIVE button at the top right of any page on Fourth’s website. If using a smartphone, click on the menu at top right to locate the GIVE button. Then, click the “Select Gift Fund” drop-down list and choose the fund marked “Deacons.” Give to the Deacons' Fund

HELPFUL LINKS Adult Sunday School Lectures Opportunities to Serve Resources on Racial Reconciliation Sunday Livestream Women's Bible Studies GIVE ONLINE

Delighting in God's Glory • Demonstrating His Grace • Declaring His Gospel

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