ENGAGE MINISTRIES
ENGAGE
Engaging People for Christ
Ministries/Strategies for the purpose of introducing Jesus, establishing belonging through relationship—usually outside the walls of the church, but not always.
Ministry Areas
Community Engagement, Trunk or Treat, Blessing of the Animals, Caroling on the Corner, Fresh Expressions Events, Scouts, Wellness Classes, ACCT, Day School, etc.
To learn more about the Engage Ministries at Aldersgate UMC, please contact our Engage Team at engage@aldersgate.net.
Upcoming Engage Events & Activities

ACCT Presents "Native Gardens"
Shows March 28th - April 13th
Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays
Aldersgate UMC (Wesley Hall)
The Aldersgate Church Community Theater proudly presents "Native Gardens", a play by Karen Zacarias. Directed by Kate Ives.
The show will run for three weekends, from March 28th - April 13th.
Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm
Sunday matinees @ 2:00pm
There will be no show on Friday, April 11th.
There will be a 2pm matinee on Saturday, April 12th.
Tickets are on sale now!
$18 General Admission
$15 Students & Seniors
Visit the ACCT table on Sunday morning during Fellowship Time or visit the ACCT website to purchase tickets.
Show Description
Pablo and Tania del Valle, a young couple, new to the neighborhood, are looking forward to becoming friends with the older couple next door, Frank and Virginia Butley. Initial meetings go great, as particularly Frank and Tania have common ground (pun intentional) in their love of gardening and hatred of the tacky fence the previous owner put up. But a rushed social event to impress Pablo’s law firm bosses, combined with opposite gardening philosophies and property line confusion, bring more sensitive differences to light.
The Aldersgate Church Community Theater proudly presents "Native Gardens", a play by Karen Zacarias. Directed by Kate Ives.
The show will run for three weekends, from March 28th - April 13th.
Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm
Sunday matinees @ 2:00pm
There will be no show on Friday, April 11th.
There will be a 2pm matinee on Saturday, April 12th.
Tickets are on sale now!
$18 General Admission
$15 Students & Seniors
Visit the ACCT table on Sunday morning during Fellowship Time or visit the ACCT website to purchase tickets.
Show Description
Pablo and Tania del Valle, a young couple, new to the neighborhood, are looking forward to becoming friends with the older couple next door, Frank and Virginia Butley. Initial meetings go great, as particularly Frank and Tania have common ground (pun intentional) in their love of gardening and hatred of the tacky fence the previous owner put up. But a rushed social event to impress Pablo’s law firm bosses, combined with opposite gardening philosophies and property line confusion, bring more sensitive differences to light.

Wednesday Night House Church
Wednesday, April 9th | 6:00pm
Location TBD (Contact erica.kraft@gmail.com for Address)
Join us for this time of worship and community. We'll share a meal together and have a communal style of worship during our gathering.
If you are interested in joining us, please contact Erica Kraft (erica.kraft@gmail.com).
Join us for this time of worship and community. We'll share a meal together and have a communal style of worship during our gathering.
If you are interested in joining us, please contact Erica Kraft (erica.kraft@gmail.com).

Easter Egg Hunt
Sunay, April 20th | 10:30am (Following 9:30am Service)
Aldersgate UMC (Front Lawn)
Hop on over to Aldersgate on Easter Sunday (April 20th) for an Easter Egg Hunt you won’t want to miss! Join us at 10:30am between services on the front lawn for a morning filled with fun, fellowship, and excitement. This special event is open to children from birth through 6th grade and is hosted by the Aldersgate Day School, the Aldersgate Kids Ministry, and the Aldersgate Engage Team.
Children will enjoy a thrilling egg hunt, with bags provided for collecting their treasures. After the hunt, we’ll share a joyful time of fellowship with delicious snacks for everyone to enjoy. In case of rain, the event will move indoors to Wesley Hall, so the celebration can continue no matter the weather. Bring your family and friends to join in this wonderful Easter tradition!
Wanna help? Collection bins will be located throughout the church if you would like to donate pre-filled plastic eggs!
For more information, please contact Lisa Lee (children@aldersgate.net) and Beth Bachmore (bbachmore@aldersgate.net).
Hop on over to Aldersgate on Easter Sunday (April 20th) for an Easter Egg Hunt you won’t want to miss! Join us at 10:30am between services on the front lawn for a morning filled with fun, fellowship, and excitement. This special event is open to children from birth through 6th grade and is hosted by the Aldersgate Day School, the Aldersgate Kids Ministry, and the Aldersgate Engage Team.
Children will enjoy a thrilling egg hunt, with bags provided for collecting their treasures. After the hunt, we’ll share a joyful time of fellowship with delicious snacks for everyone to enjoy. In case of rain, the event will move indoors to Wesley Hall, so the celebration can continue no matter the weather. Bring your family and friends to join in this wonderful Easter tradition!
Wanna help? Collection bins will be located throughout the church if you would like to donate pre-filled plastic eggs!
For more information, please contact Lisa Lee (children@aldersgate.net) and Beth Bachmore (bbachmore@aldersgate.net).

Monthly Wellness Potluck
Wednesday, April 23rd | 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Aldersgate UMC (Wesley Hall)
Join us for a potluck meal on the FOURTH Wednesday of every month at 4:45pm in Wesley Hall. Come share a meal and have fun with friends and neighbors. Each family is asked to bring a dish that will serve 8-10 people. Contact Judy Jurkowski (judy@aldersgate.net) with any questions.
Join us for a potluck meal on the FOURTH Wednesday of every month at 4:45pm in Wesley Hall. Come share a meal and have fun with friends and neighbors. Each family is asked to bring a dish that will serve 8-10 people. Contact Judy Jurkowski (judy@aldersgate.net) with any questions.

"Under the Sea" Ties & Tiaras Dance
Saturday, April 26th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aldersgate UMC (Wesley Hall)
All Young Ladies, Young Men and the special adults in their lives are invited to a community-wide formal evening of dancing, photos, dessert, and fun, with music by DJ Juan.
Tickets are $40.00 per couple (child + adult), and $10 for additional child. Sponsorship is available upon request. Tickets must be purchased in advance of the event. Payment is required at the time of registration. CLICK HERE to register and purchase tickets.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the Engage Team (engage@aldersgate.net).
All Young Ladies, Young Men and the special adults in their lives are invited to a community-wide formal evening of dancing, photos, dessert, and fun, with music by DJ Juan.
Tickets are $40.00 per couple (child + adult), and $10 for additional child. Sponsorship is available upon request. Tickets must be purchased in advance of the event. Payment is required at the time of registration. CLICK HERE to register and purchase tickets.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the Engage Team (engage@aldersgate.net).