Dear Fourth Church,

This morning, we share a letter from Todd about the start of our fall ministry programs in a few short weeks. He extends a warm invitation to dive in to the many opportunities for spiritual growth and service that will be part of our life together in the season ahead.

One item Todd highlights is the Vision Sunday presentation on Sunday, October 10, regarding Sanctuary Renewal. Mark your calendar for that date, and please note our fourth and final Sanctuary Renewal Town Hall of the summer this Sunday in Room 131. Choose 9:00–9:25 a.m. or 10:30–10:55 a.m.

Grace to you,

Don Nalle
For the Communications Team
Calendar & Ministry Announcements
For the coming week-at-a-glance and detailed announcements from the ministries of Fourth, see our online Fourth Update.
Sanctuary Renewal Town Hall Meeting
Attend the fourth and final Town Hall of the summer this Sunday, August 22, to learn about Sanctuary Renewal plans for 2022. Two time slots: 9:00–9:25 a.m. or 10:30–10:55 a.m., Room 131 (down the stairs by the Main Office entrance).
Visit the Sanctuary Renewal webpage for more context.
Above: Sanctuary construction in 1956
New Members Class Starts September 12
If you are regularly attending Fourth, we invite you to prayerfully consider becoming a church member. The next New Members Class runs Sundays, September 12 October 24, at 9:30 a.m. in Room 130. Online registration is required and available now. Email Ralph Miller, newmembers@4thpres.org, or visit the Membership webpage for details.
Gratitude for Ron & Michele Meyer
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 as Ron retires after 18 years of service as Pastor of Congregational Care. If you also want to write a note of thanks, cards are available in Halverson Hall or you can bring your own.
August 29 Hymn Sing with Sandra McCracken
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.
Worship Services | Sunday, August 22
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.
Sermon for Morning Worship
“Words of Life”
 
Sermon for Evening Worship
“Bold Enough in Christ”

Communion will be served at Evening Worship this week, using prepackaged communion wafers (regular and gluten-free) and grape juice.

Livestream Options
The 9:30 a.m. service is available via video livestreamvideo on demand, and phone livestream (dial 855-217-0187 to listen "live" or on demand).
Sunday Morning Prayer
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.
Congregational Prayer Online
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.
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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