Dear Fourth Church,
Last week: unseasonably mild. This week: happy high 90s! Three notes for today:
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Drive-Through Collection, this Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | In order to meet the specific needs communicated by our ministry partners at this time, we will be collecting clothing and household items only —diapers, coats, socks, underwear, shoes and boots, clothing, large pots and pans, and other household items.
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Hymn Sing, August 29, 6:00 p.m. | You may notice that our morning services during August include hymns by Sandra McCracken, our guest artist for the August 29 Hymn Sing. If you are new to Sandra's gift for setting sacred scripture texts to beautiful, accessible melodies, seize the moment to listen to these theologically rich songs and hymns and get ready to sing them with gusto just two-and-a-half weeks from now. More below.
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Gratitude for Rev. Ron Meyer | Lastly, it’s not too late to express our gratefulness to God for the ministry of Rev. Ron Meyer, as he retires after 18 years of faithful service as Fourth’s Pastor of Congregational Care. See below for opportunities both to give and to greet Ron and his wife, Michele, on August 29. Details below.
Grace to you,
Don Nalle
For the Communications Team
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Calendar & Ministry Announcements |
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For the coming week-at-a-glance and detailed announcements from the ministries of Fourth, see our online Fourth Update. |
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August 29 Hymn Sing with Sandra McCracken |
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Close out August on a high note by joining in this unique evening led by Sandra McCracken and her husband, Tim Nicholson. The Hymn Sing takes the place of our 6:00 p.m. Evening Service on August 29 and will be followed by fellowship and sweet treats from a dessert food truck. To prepare your heart and voice, sing along with this list of favorites by Sandra. |
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Love Offering for Ron Meyer |
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Session has endorsed the collection of a “Love Offering” as a tangible way of expressing appreciation to Ron Meyer for faithfully serving 18 years as Pastor of Congregational Care.
To make a contribution, please write “Ron Meyer Gift” on your check or envelope. To give online, select “Ron Meyer Love Offering” from the dropdown menu at 4thpres.org/giving.
Gifts should be received by September 15.
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Ron recently shared lunch with members of the Congregational Care team. Also in attendance was Audrey Muteru, who took the photo! |
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Greet Ron and Michele
On Sunday, August 29, Ron and Michele Meyer will be in The Commons, off Halverson Hall, following each morning service. You are invited to stop by and personally express your gratitude and love to them. If you also want to write a note of thanks, cards will be available in Halverson Hall starting Sunday, August 15, or you can bring your own.
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Worship Services | Sunday, August 15 |
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Service Times & Location
The 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m. services are all held in the Sanctuary. No RSVPs, masks required, open seating.
Children's Church is offered at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services for age 2.5 through 3rd grade, face masks required. More info at 4thpres.org/children.
Nursery care is provided for children from birth to 2 years old during the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services. You can register your young children in the classrooms with their caregivers. Ushers will direct you to the appropriate rooms.
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Sermon for Morning Worship
“Free Food”
Sermon for Evening Worship
“The Refreshing Church”
Communion will be served at Evening Worship this week, using prepackaged communion wafers (regular and gluten-free) and grape juice.
Livestream Options
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Sundays, 8:30–9:15 a.m.
The Commons, Room 233
Various elders lead Sunday morning prayer in The Commons. All are invited to pray for the ongoing needs of the congregation and for God to be glorified in and through the ministries of Fourth.
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Congregational Prayer Online |
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Wednesdays, 5:30–6:00 p.m.
Join our church wide online prayer time by video or phone. If it's your first time joining us, get familiar with Zoom ahead of time.
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Join by Phone
Call 301-715-8592 (Meeting ID: 800 360 843) (Password: 867143)
Contact: Sallie Holdrich,
or 301-320-3600, x205
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Delighting in God's Glory • Demonstrating His Grace • Declaring His Gospel |
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