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Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. GIVE TO ALDERSGATE UMC "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV) The theme for our 2025 Stewardship Campaign is based on the scripture passage in 1 Peter in which Peter encourages every person to put into practice the gifts God has given to serve those around us. Having the Heart of a Servant for Christ uses our gifts and talents to multiply the church's impact on our community. It takes all of us helping in big and small ways to run this beautiful church that means so much to us and our community. We invite you to make a commitment of your time and talents for 2025 using the online form accessed by the button, below. The areas listed on the form are just a sample of ways you can use your time and talents. Each section has an "Other" area where you can add suggestions that align with this ministry. We'd love to hear your suggestions on where you see your talents fitting. The ministry leaders for each team will be in touch with you in early 2025. Thank you for sharing your talents and skills to support your church and community. We appreciate you! Time & Talent Commitment Card Prayer Calendar Watch our video highlighting the ministries of Aldersgate UMC Doing All the Good We Can If you have not done so already, we invite you to make a commitment of your financial resources in 2025. Please consider renewing your pledge this year or making a new commitment if you have not been able to pledge in the past. Please know that all gifts of all amounts matter. Campaign Financial Pledge Form Stewardship Testimonial Videos Qualified Charitable Distribution View the church's monthly financial reports Monthly Financial Reports Campaign Progress 157 Pledges Received as of January 15th, 2025 Goal: $1,000,000 $884,905.72 Thank you for your contribution and commitment to Aldersgate UMC! Our Operating Budget The reason for making a pledged commitment is to support the annual expenses for the operating budget for the church. The operating budget is the cost of all the expenses of the church to include programs, missions, apportionments, salaries, overhead, etc. The total operating budget for 2025 is projected to be $1.583 million. We rely on pledged commitments, non-pledged donations, and other revenue to meet these expenses. Our goal is to receive pledged commitments for a total of $1,000,000. Note on Mission Funding in the Operating Budget The 5% for mission expenses does not include support from the UMM and UWF support of missions. Apportionments also support missions, and there are restricted funds designated for missions. Many members of the church support missions directly. Staff 44% Facilities 29% Apportionments 13% Mission Expenses 5% Administration 9% You are asked each fall to make a commitment through the "Stewardship Campaign" for the upcoming year so that we can appropriately plan which missions we will be able to support, events we can plan to have, repairs we can expect to be able to make, etc. The amount you give is a personal matter. When deciding on how much to give, remember that scripture indicates that tithing is the standard and that giving one-tenth of our income to God through the church is the norm or a goal to attain.

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. MONTHLY MISSION FOCUS July & August 2026 Summer Backpack Drive Donate backpacks for local students! Point of Contact Send Team (send@aldersgate.net) For our summer mission focus we will collect backpacks for students at Carl Sandburg Middle School and local elementary schools. CLICK HERE to find the Carl Sandburg Backpack Drive wish list. Donations may be dropped off in the bin by Door 3 at Aldersgate UMC. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact our Send Team ( send@aldersgate.net ). July & August 2026 Alternative Giving Epiphany Tree Mission Focus for Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. Point of Contact POC Name I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy. Mission Focus for Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. Point of Contact POC Name

Rent a space and sell your stuff! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Lots in Our Lot! - Parking Lot Sale ENGAGE EVENT Saturday, June 13th from 8:00am-2:00pm 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22306 Aldersgate UMC Parking Lot Has everyone begun their Spring-cleaning extravaganzas? Maybe you don't have the yard space, or a driveway to hold your own yard sale, so that's where we come in! Rent a parking lot space, and set up your things to sell! We will be holding our 2nd annual Parking Lot Sale on Saturday, June 13th from 8am-2pm. There will also be a food truck, who can say no to that? So, get your things ready, and start selling! Click here to rent your space! If you have questions, please reach out to Laura Lewis or the Engage Team . Has everyone begun their Spring-cleaning extravaganzas? Maybe you don't have the yard space, or a driveway to hold your own yard sale, so that's where we come in! Rent a parking lot space, and set up your things to sell! We will be holding our 2nd annual Parking Lot Sale on Saturday, June 13th from 8am-2pm. There will also be a food truck, who can say no to that? So, get your things ready, and start selling! Click here to rent your space! If you have questions, please reach out to Laura Lewis or the Engage Team . < Previous Event Next Event >

Support Rising Hope's "Hope Grows" Greenhouse Ministry EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > "Hope Grows" - Rising Hope LOCAL MISSIONS & OUTREACH Pick-up times beginning after May 10th. 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22308 Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall Rising Hope will be partnering with their friends at Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture once again for their annual greenhouse operation. This year we will be taking pre-orders for a variety of plants that will be grown at Rising Hope to be planted and harvested by you in due season. They anticipate the plants will be ready to pick-up and plant in early May (aiming for May 10th). You will be contacted when your plant is ready for pick-up. We hope you will get a head start as you plan your future gardens for the summer! To pre-order your plant, please click here . Rising Hope will be partnering with their friends at Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture once again for their annual greenhouse operation. This year we will be taking pre-orders for a variety of plants that will be grown at Rising Hope to be planted and harvested by you in due season. They anticipate the plants will be ready to pick-up and plant in early May (aiming for May 10th). You will be contacted when your plant is ready for pick-up. We hope you will get a head start as you plan your future gardens for the summer! To pre-order your plant, please click here . < Previous Event Next Event >

Come enjoy worship service led by our Aldersgate children and youth! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Children & Youth Sunday CHILDREN & YOUTH Sunday, May 31st | 10:00am 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22306 On May 31st the children and youth will take the reins in worship! The youth band will lead us in song; kids and youth alike will serve as ushers and acolytes; and they will share scripture, prayers, and the message. It's going to be a wonderfully fun and inspiring look into how God works in, through, and with the youngest (and next to youngest) members of our church! We will work on the liturgy –– the call to worship and the prayers –– together in Sunday school, Tribe Time, and Youth Group. If your children are interested in sharing their voices and speaking during worship, please sign up here . We will rehearse on May 30th in the afternoon. On May 31st the children and youth will take the reins in worship! The youth band will lead us in song; kids and youth alike will serve as ushers and acolytes; and they will share scripture, prayers, and the message. It's going to be a wonderfully fun and inspiring look into how God works in, through, and with the youngest (and next to youngest) members of our church! We will work on the liturgy –– the call to worship and the prayers –– together in Sunday school, Tribe Time, and Youth Group. If your children are interested in sharing their voices and speaking during worship, please sign up here . We will rehearse on May 30th in the afternoon. < Previous Event Next Event >

EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Ephesians: Belonging with Christ Bible Study 6-Week Bible Study on Ephesians with Pastor Sherry! Beginning Thursday, April 16th - May 21st 12:15pm - 1:30pm Aldersgate UMC | Church Library 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22308 Aldersgate UMC | Church Library This six-week study invites us into the rich truths of Paul's letter to the Ephesians and what it means to find our identity and belonging in Christ. Led by Pastor Sherry, we will explore how we are formed as God's people, how faith reshapes our personal relationship with Christ, and how the gospel transforms the way we relate to others. Each week will focus on key themes such as unity, grace, spiritual identity, and the calling to live out our faith in community. Join us as we discover how the message to the early church continues to shape and guide us in our lives today. Please email Pastor Sherry with any questions, please sign up here ! When : Thursdays beginning April 16th - May 21st. 12:15pm - 1:30pm Aldersgate UMC | Church Library This six-week study invites us into the rich truths of Paul's letter to the Ephesians and what it means to find our identity and belonging in Christ. Led by Pastor Sherry, we will explore how we are formed as God's people, how faith reshapes our personal relationship with Christ, and how the gospel transforms the way we relate to others. Each week will focus on key themes such as unity, grace, spiritual identity, and the calling to live out our faith in community. Join us as we discover how the message to the early church continues to shape and guide us in our lives today. Please email Pastor Sherry with any questions, please sign up here ! When : Thursdays beginning April 16th - May 21st. 12:15pm - 1:30pm Aldersgate UMC | Church Library < Previous Event Next Event >

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES < Previous Event Back to Children's Ministries Page Next Event > Children & Youth Sunday CHILDREN & YOUTH Sunday, May 31st | 10:00am 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22306 On May 31st the children and youth will take the reins in worship! The youth band will lead us in song; kids and youth alike will serve as ushers and acolytes; and they will share scripture, prayers, and the message. It's going to be a wonderfully fun and inspiring look into how God works in, through, and with the youngest (and next to youngest) members of our church! We will work on the liturgy –– the call to worship and the prayers –– together in Sunday school, Tribe Time, and Youth Group. If your children are interested in sharing their voices and speaking during worship, please sign up here . We will rehearse on May 30th in the afternoon. < Previous Event Next Event >

Book Study with Dr. Rev. Keary Kincannon EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > New Faith Book Study Group Faith Book Study - "Revival: Faith as Wesley Lived It" by Adam Hamilton Tuesdays beginning April 7th | 7:00pm-8:30pm 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alexandria, VA 22308 Aldersgate UMC | Church Library Join Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon for a 7 week study of Adam Hamilton's book "Revival: Faith As Wesley Lived It." Sign Up Here The study will follow the format of chapter review, video and discussion questions augmented by Rev. Kincannon's Doctor of Ministry studies on "John Wesley and the Poor." The class will begin on April 7th and run on Tuesday evenings until May 19th. It is sponsored by Aldersgate UMC & Ventures in Community. Class/Book Description 18th Century English society was polarized. The Enlightenment led people to believe they no longer needed God. The rich struggled with materialism and the poor with lack of necessities. Into this world a priest and Oxford professor started preaching a simple message that invited people into a passionate faith that would unite the head, the heart, and the hands. By the time of Wesley's death over 800,000 Methodists had been inspired to reach out to the needy by starting soup kitchens, food pantries, free clinics, free schools, clothing closets, prison ministries in a revival of faith that changed England and America. Wesley's Methodist movement is credited by historians as the reason England did not suffer a revolution in this turbulent time in European history. Today we find ourselves in a world much like Wesley's, where faith is faltering and the gap between rich and poor widens. What can we learn from Wesley that will revive our faith and bring healing to our nation? Join Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon for a 7 week study of Adam Hamilton's book "Revival: Faith As Wesley Lived It." Sign Up Here The study will follow the format of chapter review, video and discussion questions augmented by Rev. Kincannon's Doctor of Ministry studies on "John Wesley and the Poor." The class will begin on April 7th and run on Tuesday evenings until May 19th. It is sponsored by Aldersgate UMC & Ventures in Community. Class/Book Description 18th Century English society was polarized. The Enlightenment led people to believe they no longer needed God. The rich struggled with materialism and the poor with lack of necessities. Into this world a priest and Oxford professor started preaching a simple message that invited people into a passionate faith that would unite the head, the heart, and the hands. By the time of Wesley's death over 800,000 Methodists had been inspired to reach out to the needy by starting soup kitchens, food pantries, free clinics, free schools, clothing closets, prison ministries in a revival of faith that changed England and America. Wesley's Methodist movement is credited by historians as the reason England did not suffer a revolution in this turbulent time in European history. Today we find ourselves in a world much like Wesley's, where faith is faltering and the gap between rich and poor widens. What can we learn from Wesley that will revive our faith and bring healing to our nation? < Previous Event Next Event >

Find your Zen with Fort Hunt Yoga and Aldersgate UMC! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Fort Hunt Yoga Classes AUMC Congregants attend for free! January through April Tuesday Evenings at 6:15pm-7:30pm Aldersgate UMC | Founders Hall Aldersgate UMC | Founders Hall We’re excited to partner with Fort Hunt Yoga to offer our congregants the opportunity to attend their Tuesday evening yoga class right here at Aldersgate, for free! Classes are held in Founders Hall from 6:15–7:30 pm . Please register in advance using this link , and plan to enter through Door 8. We’re excited to partner with Fort Hunt Yoga to offer our congregants the opportunity to attend their Tuesday evening yoga class right here at Aldersgate, for free! Classes are held in Founders Hall from 6:15–7:30 pm . Please register in advance using this link , and plan to enter through Door 8. < Previous Event Next Event >

Open to all children in kindergarten through 6th grade. EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Children's Choir KIDS & MUSIC MINISTRIES Tuesdays | 4:15pm - 4:50pm Calling all young musicians! Discover the joy of music through Children's Choir. We believe in nurturing young voices and fostering a lifelong love of church music. Our choir program is for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. Weekly rehearsals on Tuesdays, from 4:15-4:50pm in the Music Room. Registration is not required, but you are encouraged to send a note to Ms. Ashley Carignan , Children's Choir Director , to let her know if your children plan to attend for planning purposes. What to Expect • Fun and Engaging Rehearsals filled with laughter, learning, and music-making. • An inclusive and supportive environment for building friendships with like-minded kids who share an interest in music and where every child’s voice will be celebrated. • Diverse repertoire where we explore a wide range of musical genres, from traditional hymns to contemporary songs. • Performances throughout the year during church services, special events, and holiday celebrations. For questions or more information, please contact Ms. Ashley Carignan, Children's Choir Director ( childrenschoir@aldersgate.net ). Calling all young musicians! Discover the joy of music through Children's Choir. We believe in nurturing young voices and fostering a lifelong love of church music. Our choir program is for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. Weekly rehearsals on Tuesdays, from 4:15-4:50pm in the Music Room. Registration is not required, but you are encouraged to send a note to Ms. Ashley Carignan, Children's Choir Director , to let her know if your children plan to attend for planning purposes. What to Expect • Fun and Engaging Rehearsals filled with laughter, learning, and music-making. • An inclusive and supportive environment for building friendships with like-minded kids who share an interest in music and where every child’s voice will be celebrated. • Diverse repertoire where we explore a wide range of musical genres, from traditional hymns to contemporary songs. • Performances throughout the year during church services, special events, and holiday celebrations. For questions or more information, please contact Ms. Ashley Carignan, Children's Choir Director ( childrenschoir@aldersgate.net ). < Previous Event Next Event >

EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Migrant Mutual Solidarity Aid Info Meeting Informational meeting for MSMA Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00pm Aldersgate UMC | Church Library Many immigrant families who have had someone detained or deported are in need of logistical and spiritual support. They need help in navigating through our systems to know where they can get assistance, determine what has happened to their loved once etc. Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid (MSMA) has many resources that can be provided these families yet needs churches to help accompany them on the journey, determine their needs, and assist with communication and logistics. This ministry of accompaniment is an extension of God's grace to ease their anxiety and fear. There will be an informational meeting on the work of MSMA on Wednesday evening, March 25 at 7:00pm in the church Library. If you have questions, please reach out to Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon . Many immigrant families who have had someone detained or deported are in need of logistical and spiritual support. They need help in navigating through our systems to know where they can get assistance, determine what has happened to their loved once etc. Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid (MSMA) has many resources that can be provided these families yet needs churches to help accompany them on the journey, determine their needs, and assist with communication and logistics. This ministry of accompaniment is an extension of God's grace to ease their anxiety and fear. There will be an informational meeting on the work of MSMA on Wednesday evening, March 25 at 7:00pm in the church Library. If you have questions, please reach out to Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon . < Previous Event Next Event >

Have any old books? Donate them to a great cause! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Used Book Donation Bin Donate your used books and support Aldersgate and New Legacy Books! Aldersgate UMC Parking Lot - Near Door 8 We’re excited to partner with New Legacy Books to host a year-round book donation bin right here on our campus. This is an easy and impactful way to support our church while also helping extend the life of books. The green donation bin is located in our parking lot and is available at any time for your convenience. What can you donate? Hardcover, paperback, and textbooks are welcome — as long as they have an ISBN barcode on the back cover. Donated books are resold to new readers, generating funds for our nonprofit ministry. Books that are no longer usable will be responsibly recycled rather than sent to a landfill. Thank you for supporting both our mission and sustainability efforts! We’re excited to partner with New Legacy Books to host a year-round book donation bin right here on our campus. This is an easy and impactful way to support our church while also helping extend the life of books. The green donation bin is located in our parking lot and is available at any time for your convenience. What can you donate? Hardcover, paperback, and textbooks are welcome — as long as they have an ISBN barcode on the back cover. Donated books are resold to new readers, generating funds for our nonprofit ministry. Books that are no longer usable will be responsibly recycled rather than sent to a landfill. Thank you for supporting both our mission and sustainability efforts! < Previous Event Next Event >