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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 >

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. GIVE TO ALDERSGATE UMC Rooted in Christ Rooted in Christ helps remind us that, just like a towering Oak, we need to cultivate ourselves beginning at our foundation. We put down roots as we strengthen our relationship with Jesus Christ. Often, that is cultivated within our building as we worship and grow in our faith. As we follow Jesus, we become united as part of the Body of Christ that is Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Together, we serve our community and branch out into the world. Each of these pieces comes together to form the living tree that is our Aldersgate family. Colossians 2:6-7 states, "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving." Our roots allow for stability, nourishment, and strength. Prayerfully consider how your monetary pledge can help us share God’s love with the world. Where will your gift go? Stewardship Testimonial Videos View the church's monthly financial reports Monthly Financial Reports Strengthen our church budget Keep our ministries and staff thriving. Pay down the debt on Shepherd’s Hall Free up future resources for ministry. Engage our community Extend Christ’s love to neighbors near and far. Support church programs Nurture discipleship, worship, and fellowship. Invest in children and youth ministries Ensure our youngest are grounded in faith. Protect the overall health of the church Aldersgate, which continues to remain a strong witness/foundation for generations. If you have not done so already, we invite you to make a commitment of your financial resources in 2026. 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. Watch our video highlighting the ministries of Aldersgate UMC Rooted in Christ Campaign Financial Pledge Form Time & Talent Commitment Card Prayer Calendar Qualified Charitable Distribution Check out how we are keeping our ministries strong at Aldersgate 2025 Annual Giving Report Thank you for your contribution and commitment to Aldersgate UMC! Campaign Progress Goal: $1,100,000 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 2026 is projected to be $1.7million. 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 $1,100,000. Staff Salaries & Mission Funding in the Operating Budget Apportionments also support missions, and there are restricted funds designated for missions. Many members of the church support missions directly. Staff Salaries are distributed throughout each ministry pillar, given the incredible ministries and talent required for each staff member here at Aldersgate UMC. Giving Thoughts & Thanks Each fall, we invite our church family to prayerfully consider a commitment through our Annual Stewardship Campaign. These pledges help us plan responsibly for the year ahead — from the missions we’re able to support, to the ministries and events we can offer, and to the upkeep of our church home. We recognize that these are challenging times, many families are feeling added stress and financial strain. Please know that your giving is a deeply personal matter, and every gift, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Scripture teaches that tithing, or giving a tenth of our income, is a spiritual goal that helps us grow in trust and generosity. But above all, we ask that you give as you are able and as your heart leads. Your faithful participation and presence in the life of our church are blessings we cherish.

Join Woodlawn-Faith UMC at St. John's Baptist Church on Fordson Road to pack food boxes for folks in our community to collect. MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Woodlawn- Faith Food Distribution Woodlawn-Faith UMC buys canned goods and produce from the Capital Area Food Bank , which the Food Bank delivers to St. John’s Baptist Church on Fordson Road. Produce comes in bulk and has to be bagged for distribution. Another person collects bread and pastry products from Costco and local grocery stores to be added to the boxes. Cars line up around the parking lot on a first-come/first-serve basis. Food boxes (canned goods, bread, and pastries) and bags (produce) are loaded into the cars as they drive by. The only record kept is on the number of people benefiting from the food. No other questions asked. Fresh produce is also donated to Mondloch House. The upcoming dates and times are: Friday, July 11th | 9:30am-12pm Come any time on these dates. No reservation or sign-up required! Drop by any time and stay for as long as you can! Students can earn community service hours. For questions, please contact Karen Latta . < Previous Next >

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. GIVE TO ALDERSGATE UMC Do All the Good You Can Stewardship Campaign 2024 "They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share." 1 Timothy 6:18 (NRSV) Our theme for this year's Stewardship Campaign 2024 is based on one of John Wesley's guiding principles to "Do All the Good You Can". This message is reinforced in scripture where, in 1 Timothy 6:18, Paul asks Timothy to instruct the people of Ephesus to "do good, to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share". In the spirit of "do all the good you can", we need to use this Stewardship season to prayerfully renew our commitment to the Aldersgate mission of "courageously living God's unconditional love". Stewardship is not just about the finances we commit to the church. It is also about using our God-given gifts to serve the church and others. As we continue our Stewardship theme of, "Do All the Good You Can" we invite you to make a commitment of your time and talents for 2024. Consider making a new commitment this year, and please make sure to renew your commitment in an area you wish to continue using your gifts. These Time and Talent cards are vital for the health and growth of the church as we seek to do all the good that we can in our church and community. Drop off your Time and Talent card in the offering plate on Sunday morning, bring it to the church office, or email it to office@aldersgate.net by Sunday, January 21st. Time & Talent Card Time & Talent Video Campaign Testimonial Videos Time & Talent Testimonial Videos Watch our video highlighting the ministries of Aldersgate UMC Doing All the Good We Can Prayer Calendar As we enter 2024, we take the time to consider where we have been this past year, to express gratitude in the present, and to celebrate in the hope for the future. We invite you to prayerfully consider making a commitment to our 2024 Stewardship Campaign by providing the financial resources needed to support the facilities, staff, missions, wellness classes, children and youth ministries, music ministries, and more. Please know that all gifts of all amounts matter. We look forward with great anticipation to the tomorrows that begin today as we strive to do all the good that we can. Campaign Financial Pledge Form Campaign Progress 187 Pledges Received as of March 27th, 2024 Goal: $950,000 $948,299 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 2024 is projected to be $1.5 million. We rely on pledged commitments, non-pledge donations, and other revenue to meet these expenses. Our goal is to receive pledged commitments for a total of $950,000. 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. 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 the church is the norm or a goal to attain.

Help where help is needed! MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Rising Hope UMC This month, we are collecting non-perishable food and financial gifts to support Rising Hope UMC, a mission church actively serving our community. Our goal is to provide 1,000 pounds of food and $1,000 in funding. Donations can be made through our website—just use the GIVE link and note Rising Hope in the memo. Visit our website for full details SEND – Monthly Mission. Please use bins at Door 3 for non-perishable food donations. If you have questions or would like more information on this ministry opportunity, please contact the Send Team . < Previous Next >

EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Potpourri Class - Questions Jesus Asked Questions Jesus Asked Sundays | 9:30 | Room 208 Many of us have questions we would like to ask Jesus, but have you ever thought about the questions Jesus posed to others? In this 6-week study by Magrey DeVega , we will explore some of these questions and discover what they reveal about Jesus and what he wants to know about us. Starting October 19th: You are invited to join the Potpourri Sunday School class for a study of Spiritual Lives of the Great Composers , in which we will look at the spiritual convictions and inspiration of some of the world’s greatest composers, including Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and others. We will learn how their sincere faith informed their musical creations. If you attend the traditional service, you will have heard our organist perform some of their works. This two-session study begins Oct. 19th in room 208 at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays. You do not need to purchase the book. Many of us have questions we would like to ask Jesus, but have you ever thought about the questions Jesus posed to others? In this 6-week study by Magrey DeVega , we will explore some of these questions and discover what they reveal about Jesus and what he wants to know about us. Starting October 19th: You are invited to join the Potpourri Sunday School class for a study of Spiritual Lives of the Great Composers , in which we will look at the spiritual convictions and inspiration of some of the world’s greatest composers, including Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and others. We will learn how their sincere faith informed their musical creations. If you attend the traditional service, you will have heard our organist perform some of their works. This two-session study begins Oct. 19th in room 208 at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays. You do not need to purchase the book. < Previous Event Next Event >

Sign up to help serve communion on the 1st Sunday of the month. < Back Communion Servers Sign up to help serve communion on the 1st Sunday of the month. Communion Servers assist in serving the elements on the 1st Sunday of each month and at Christmas, Easter, and Holy days. Servers are stationed at the four corners of the sanctuary and serve prepared elements. Click Here to Sign-Up Please Contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Communion Servers assist in serving the elements on the 1st Sunday of each month and at Christmas, Easter, and Holy days. Servers are stationed at the four corners of the sanctuary and serve prepared elements. Click Here to Sign-Up Please Contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Previous Next

Sign up to help with Fellowship Time between services on Sundays. < Back Fellowship Time Sign up to help with Fellowship Time between services on Sundays. We are asking for Church groups to help with Fellowship Time in Wesley Hall on Sunday mornings. At least four (4) Volunteers in a group are preferred. Volunteers will prepare coffee and set up Wesley Hall for Fellowship Time; greet guests warmly; and replace snacks and coffee and supplies as needed. It's a wonderful way to serve and greet people! Click Here to Sign-Up If you have any questions or want more information, please contact Hilary Riedemann ( hilarykoehl@yahoo.com ). We are asking for Church groups to help with Fellowship Time in Wesley Hall on Sunday mornings. At least four (4) Volunteers in a group are preferred. Volunteers will prepare coffee and set up Wesley Hall for Fellowship Time; greet guests warmly; and replace snacks and coffee and supplies as needed. It's a wonderful way to serve and greet people! Click Here to Sign-Up If you have any questions or want more information, please contact Hilary Riedemann ( hilarykoehl@yahoo.com ). Previous Next

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. NURSERY Your children are as important to us as they are to you (well, almost). That’s why we provide a safe, loving, Christian environment for your babies and toddlers ages 3 and under while you are at worship. The Nursery is available during all Sunday morning worship services in rooms 122 and 123. All staff members have had background checks, CPR training, and follow CDC safety guidelines. For more information, please contact our Director of Child Care, Corey Bales . We hope to see you this Sunday!

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. MOBILE CHECK-IN Our partner, Realm, has a Mobile Check-in component that will make getting everyone where they need to go faster and easier. How it works... Download the Realm Connect app from your app store. Login using your information for online giving or event registrations. If you haven’t done this yet, set up your login information with the Sign Up link at the bottom of the login page. If you don’t see the notification for Worship or Sunday School, use the Aldersgate Mobile Check-in Guide to locate what events are available for check-in. That’s it! You are all checked in! For more information about mobile check-in check out the tutorial videos, below. If you have issues getting started, email office@aldersgate.net and someone will assist you. TUTORIAL VIDEOS Realm Connect Mobile - Overview How To: Realm Connect Mobile Check-In How To: Create Your Realm Connect Mobile Profile

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. WORSHIP UPLOADS To upload videos for use during worship services, please click on the appropriate link below. If you are unsure which link to use, please upload to Congregation Videos. Music & Choir – CLICK HERE to upload your video Scripture Videos – CLICK HERE to upload your video Congregation Videos – CLICK HERE to upload your video Recording Tips & Tricks