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Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. OUR MISSION JOYOUS RISK-TAKING WELCOMING GENEROUS FAITHFUL JOYOUS We embrace fully the joy of the Lord; it pours out from us and strengthens us as we live, serve, give, worship and praise in the name of Christ. Nehemiah 8:10 RISK-TAKING We courageously step out in faith to pursue the vision that God has given us for Aldersgate and the community. 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 WELCOMING We show hospitality at all times to all people and welcome them with open arms as we serve God together. Mark 9:37 GENEROUS We selflessly give our time, talents, money, and resources to bring about God’s kingdom on earth with gratitude for all God has so generously given us. 2 Corinthians 9:11 FAITHFUL We are dedicated to the Great Commission to “go and make disciples” by growing our faith and our relationships as we love God and others. Hebrews 10:23

Help build relationships and share a meal with Rising Hope UMC. MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Sunday Lunch at Rising Hope Aldersgate provides lunch to the 50 or so worshippers at Rising Hope Mission Church on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Volunteers are needed to donate food and drinks that will be used to prepare a hardy lunch. Purchased food and drinks would need to be brought to the church the week before our assigned Sunday and dropped off at door 3. Volunteers can also sign up to make the vegetable soup (we have a recipe you can use or you can use your own) the Saturday before our second Sunday Lunch service. CLICK HERE to visit the Sign-Up Genius to see what items are needed. You can select as as many as you are able to purchase to donate. Purchased supplies can be dropped off by Door #3 at the week prior to our assigned Sunday. If you have questions or would like more information on this ministry opportunity, please contact Julie Pfister . < Previous Next >

Sign up to read scripture during worship on Sundays. < Back Lay Readers Sign up to read scripture during worship on Sundays. Lay Readers are assigned scripture once every 2-3 months. They receive a speech-type copy of the week’s scripture the preceding week. They can pre-record their reading. Click Here to Sign-Up Please contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Lay Readers are assigned scripture once every 2-3 months. They receive a speech-type copy of the week’s scripture the preceding week. They can pre-record their reading. Click Here to Sign-Up Please contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Previous Next

Donate cans of soup to support the mission and ministry of Rising Hope UMC. MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Rising Hope Souper Bowl Drive We are collecting cans of soup throughout the month of February that will go to support the missions and ministries at Rising Hope Mission Church. Our goal is to collect at least 500 cans of soup throughout the month of February. Consider picking up additional cans of soup each time you shop and deliver them to the designated bins at Aldersgate. Please look for soups that are high in vegetables and protein, low in sodium count, and in cans that have a pop-top. Donated cans can be dropped off in the bin at door #3 throughout the month of February. For more information, please contact Dave Halladay . < Previous Next >

< Back Victor Abdelnour Worship Producer Email: worship@aldersgate.net Phone:

Sign up to serve as an usher at worship on Sundays. < Back Ushers Sign up to serve as an usher at worship on Sundays. Ushers arrive 30 minutes before worship, light candles, greet worshipers, hand out bulletins, count & record attendance, present the offering at the altar, and deposit the offering in the Finance Office. Commitment is once every other month. Click Here to Sign-Up Please contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Ushers arrive 30 minutes before worship, light candles, greet worshipers, hand out bulletins, count & record attendance, present the offering at the altar, and deposit the offering in the Finance Office. Commitment is once every other month. Click Here to Sign-Up Please contact Steve Larkin at jstephenlarkin@gmail.com for more information. Previous Next

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 >

< Back Andreas Barrett Worship Leader & Co-Director of Student Ministries Email: abarrett@aldersgate.net Phone: (703) 765-6555 x609

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 us for pancakes and more this Shrove Tuesday! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Shrove Tuesday Pancakes N' More Dinner CHURCH-WIDE EVENT Tuesday, Feb 17th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm [object Object] I know, I know--giving something up for Lent is tricky. But, it's one simple act of devotion we can embrace communally. Shared mindfulness on the road to deeper faithfulness. Beautiful. Also, that's totally a February 18 problem. On Tuesday, February 17, let's drive it like we stole it and eat some yummy breakfast for dinner. You like pancakes? We got pancakes. Eggs and meaty treats? Check. Maybe some fruit so Mom and Dad don't grouse? You got it. And best of all, you can be served in style by the Aldersgate Youth. And did I mention we are raising money for those same Youth to go on a summer Mission trip? It’s a win-win-win…well, I’m not sure how many wins we're looking at here, but it’s plenty. There might even be a fiercely friendly fundraising competition between staff members. Heads may not roll, but they might get shaved. Ice bucket challenge. Outdoors. The possibilities are endless. Who will take home the Trophy of Public Pratfalls? There's really only one way to find out. Mark your calendar for this fun family event. Come early, eat often. Hope to see you there! Any questions, please reach out to Andreas Barrett . It's almost that time of year. The time where we mindfully set aside our shared indulgent nature and ponder Christ's great gift of salvation. However, before we humbly walk that path, I have a question. To paraphrase the character Donkey from Shrek, you know what everybody likes? Pancakes! On Shrove Tuesday, we invite you to satisfy your inner donkey and get some amazing breakfast for dinner, prepared and served by Team Aldersgate Youth. While you are dining on the finest carbs in the DMV, you can feel great knowing your generous donations will benefit both your immediate church family and our greater community. And did I mention the eggs and sausage? You just can't lose! So, please tell a friend, locate your stretchy pants, and mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 4 in Wesley Hall at 6:00. It's going to be a hoot--we'll save you a seat! RSVP is requested so that we ensure we have enough food. Please CLICK HERE to RSVP. We ask for a Love Offering. You can donate whatever your family feels comfortable giving. Contributions can be made by check (payable to Aldersgate UMC with "Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner" in the note) or cash on the evening of the event. All donations will go toward supporting the youth's chosen missions including Alice's House, Christ House, Provision Kitchen, our various mission projects, and a much-needed Youth Room renovation! Youth who want to volunteer and have a great time are also asked to sign-up. Whether you can help at 4pm with setup and prep or join us at 6pm to cook and serve, we'd love your support! CLICK HERE for Youth Volunteer Sign-Up. For more information, please contact Bailey Johnson and Andreas Barrett at youth@aldersgate.net . < Previous Event Next Event >

The Rising Hope Food Market provides much-needed food to individuals and families in need along the Route 1 corridor. MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Rising Hope Food Market Aldersgate UMC is proud to support the Food Market mission at Rising Hope Mission Church . What is the Rising Hope Food Market? The Rising Hope Food Market provides groceries to food insecure individuals and families in the community. Throughout the year, Aldersgate UMC collects food donations and delivers those goods to Rising Hope Mission Church. Rising Hope Mission Church then distributes the food donations to individuals and families in need on Wednesday from 1:30-3:30pm, and on Thursday from 10am-12pm and 1:30-5:30pm. Why is this outreach program important? Many individuals in our community do not get a sufficient quantity of nutritious, affordable food. The donations that we provide and the work that we are doing with Rising Hope Mission Church help serve those in need along the Route 1 corridor by providing them with quality, reliable food assistance every week. How can I help? Donate non-perishable food items. Donated food items may be dropped off in the bin by Door 3 any time. Make a monetary donation to the Rising Hope Food Market. Monetary donations can be made with cash or check and brought to the church office or dropped in the offering plate on Sunday morning. Please make checks payable to Aldersgate UMC and indicate "Rising Hope Food Market" in the note. Donations may also be made online - CLICK HERE . Please select "Missions" from the drop-down and enter "Rising Hope Food Market" in the note. You can also sign up to be a driver, where you pick up the food donations at Aldersgate UMC and deliver them to Rising Hope Mission Church once a week (on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday mornings from 10am-12pm). Who can I contact to volunteer or for more information? For volunteer-related questions, please contact Dave Halladay . If you'd like to contact a representative of Rising Hope Mission Church to gain more information about the Food Pantry mission, please contact Heather Marshall . < Previous Next >

< Back Jill Cox Church Executive Director Email: jcox@aldersgate.net Phone: (703) 765-6555 x600