Here are a few reminders on this Wednesday in September,
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Our monthly Collection and Food Drive is this Saturday, October 3, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Visit 4thpres.org/food-drive for more info.
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This past Sunday we heard from Ovi Martin about how Romanian Christian Enterprises (RCE) works to "Make Mercy Happen" in Romania. If you are interested in hearing more, join us this Saturday for RCE's annual celebration. More details and the link to RSVP are below.
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On October 8, 7:00 p.m. Fourth's Director of Music, Ted Bickish, will present an organ concert of music both new and old. More information is available below, along with a video tour of the organ.
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Join us on October 10, 12:30 p.m., for Vision Sunday Sanctuary Renewal Presentation, including architectural renderings and cost estimates. All are invited to attend. More details below.
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There is still time to sign up for the Mission DMV Fourth Family Serve Day on Saturday, October 16. Follow the info and link below to be part of serving our neighbors in need.
Grace to you,
Genna Repich
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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Vision Sunday | Sanctuary Renewal Presentation
with Called Meeting of the Congregation
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Sunday, October 10, 12:30 p.m.
Upper Room
Anyone who is interested in learning about the Sanctuary Renewal Campaign is invited to a presentation of architectural renderings and cost estimates. Session has called a meeting for members to formally launch the Sanctuary Renewal Campaign. Light refreshments will be provided outdoors between the end of the 11:00 a.m. service and the 12:30 p.m. meeting.
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The Sanctuary under construction in August 1956 |
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Mission DMV | Family Serve Day
Saturday, October 16 - Starting at 9:00 a.m.
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Join us to serve our neighbors in need as we work alongside nonprofits, churches, and schools who serve the vulnerable. To register use the button below and provide the requested information. Most opportunities are open to families serving alongside one another.* As a volunteer, you will report directly to your worksite and finish by mid-day.
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Thank you in advance for partnering with this vital ministry to extend mercy to those in our DC community. October 16 is simply our first opportunity of many to come! |
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*To register a family, register one parent and enter the number of additional family members as well as any children's ages in the "message" field. |
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Saturday, October 2, 6:00 p.m.
Fourth Presbyterian Church
Hear from RCE General Manager, Ovidu Martin, and meet lonut, the ministry's special guest from Amy’s House. Enjoy special music and the first viewing of RCE’s 2021 "Making Mercy Happen" film. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served outside under the Upper Portico (Ridgefield Road side of the church) followed by a program in the Upper Room. Coffee and dessert will follow, also outside under the Upper Portico.
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Worship Services | Sunday, October 3 |
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Service Times & Location
The 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. services are all held in the Sanctuary. No RSVPs, face masks required, open seating.
Children's Sunday School classes for all ages have resumed at 9:30 a.m. Cherub Church and Children's Church meet during the 11 a.m. service. More info at 4thpres.org/children.
Nursery care is provided for children from birth to age 2 during the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services. Please check in your children at the computers at the Children's Welcome Center on the first floor.
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Sermon for Morning Worship
“The Great "I Am'"
Sermon for Evening Worship
“Resurrection"
Communion will be served at Morning Worship this week, using prepackaged communion wafers (regular and gluten-free) and grape juice.
Livestream Options
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Voiced for Praise!
Concert on the Austin-Allen Pipe Organ
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Friday, October 8 | 7:00 p.m.
In celebration of a return to live services and music making, Fourth's Director of Music, Ted Bickish, will present an organ concert of music both new and old. All are invited to join us for this free evening featuring works by J.S. Bach, Louis Vierne, Craig Phillips, and more.
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October 5, 7:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. & October 6, 1:00–6:00 p.m. |
Pray with others from Fourth on a public sidewalk near a late-term abortion facility in Bethesda (10401 Old Georgetown Road/Wildwood Medical Center). Come for one or more hours on Tuesday, October 5, and/or Wednesday, October 6, as we pray for the most vulnerable among us and for all who are affected by abortion.
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Adult Class: "Beyond the Grave" (Online) |
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Wednesdays, 6:45-7:30 p.m.
through November 10
Taught by Dr. Robert Norris
Join us via Zoom as we examine the biblical teaching on the hope of eternal life and what that means for the present and the future.
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Join by Phone:
Call 301-715-8592 (Meeting ID: 860 6671 7251) (Passcode: 222945)
Contact: Kathy Lofberg,
klofberg@4thpres.org
or 301-320-3600 x265
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Sundays, 8:30–9:15 a.m.
The Commons, Room 233
Different elders rotate in leading Sunday morning prayer in The Commons, just off of Halverson Hall. 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 churchwide 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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