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Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. ALDERSGATE WEATHER POLICY Weekdays If the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) closes the Federal Government, the church office will close and ALL activities/events at the church will be cancelled. If Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) cancels school, all scheduled children's and youth activities will be cancelled. NOTE : The Aldersgate Day School has its own policy which closely follows FCPS. Find out more here . If the Senior Pastor decides to close Aldersgate due to weather, the Receptionist or Executive Director will contact all event leaders to notify them of the closure. An announcement will be placed on the church website and posted to Facebook. Out of an abundance of care for everyone's safety, when the facility is closed, we ask that all activities pause and that no one be on the premises. Weekends A closure decision will be made as early as possible. An announcement will be placed on the church website and posted to Facebook.

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< Back Pastor Bill John Senior Pastor Email: bjohn@aldersgate.net Phone: (703) 765-6555 x602 Pastor Bill John has been an elder in the United Methodist Church for 25 years and has served three appointments. He has been privileged to serve God alongside congregations in Rockingham, Mathews, and New Kent counties. Bill will join Aldersgate from Providence UMC, where he has been ministering since 2014. Bill’s greatest joy in ministry is witnessing the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in people’s lives. He considers it a great privilege to walk with people as they learn, grow, and deepen their relationship with the Lord. It is a holy, sacred, and joyful journey! Bill grew up in Virginia Beach, VA, as the eldest son of a naval commander and church pianist. His favorite memories of childhood and adolescence likely have something to do with playing soccer or rebuilding a ‘75 Camaro with his dad. He grew up dreaming of becoming a fighter pilot or racecar driver, yet God had other plans, though no less thrilling! Bill attended Virginia Tech, where he studied economics, business, and communication. At the Wesley Foundation of Virginia Tech, Bill met his wife Jenny and received his call to ministry. Upon graduation, Bill and Jenny were married and began their life together on the campus of Eastern Mennonite Seminary in Harrisonburg, VA, where Bill graduated with his Master of Divinity in 2000. Bill and Jenny have been married for 28 years and have loved raising their three children together: Billy (26), Hannah (23), and Owen (15). Billy is an engineer in Richmond, VA. Hannah is a Senior Airman in the US Air Force and is stationed in Minot, ND. Owen is a high school freshman, and his greatest love is soccer. Jenny is a licensed counselor, assistant professor of counseling, and director of the counseling program at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, MA. They enjoy camping, board games, sports, and movies as a family. In his free time, Bill enjoys coaching soccer, woodworking, and restoring (and driving) his ‘85 Camaro. Bill and Jenny look forward to growing in ministry and fellowship alongside the people of Aldersgate UMC and the community of Fort Hunt. God is up to something, and it is always good!

Come support ACCT and be brought back in time as they perform Hay Fever! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > ACCT Presents - Hay Fever Opening night - Friday, March 13th at 7:30pm | Wesley Hall Evening Shows: (7:30pm) -March 13, 14, 19, 21 21, 27, 28 Matinee Shows: (2:00pm) March 15, 22, 29 Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall ACCT is delighted to present Hay Fever, opening March 13th and running weekends through March 29th! Join us for this fast-paced, witty comedy filled with eccentric characters and unexpected twists. Evening Performances (7:30pm): March 13, 14, 19, 21, 27, 28 Matinees (2:00pm): March 15, 22, 29 Tickets are available online at acctonline.org , during Fellowship Time, and at the door. We hope you’ll make plans to join us for a fun night (or afternoon!) at the theater! 🎭 ACCT is delighted to present Hay Fever, opening March 13th and running weekends through March 29th! Join us for this fast-paced, witty comedy filled with eccentric characters and unexpected twists. Evening Performances (7:30pm): March 13, 14, 19, 21, 27, 28 Matinees (2:00pm): March 15, 22, 29 Tickets are available online at acctonline.org , during Fellowship Time, and at the door. We hope you’ll make plans to join us for a fun night (or afternoon!) at the theater! 🎭 < Previous Event Next Event >

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

7-week study of the book "A Disciple's Path", an engaging approach to discipleship from a distinctly Wesleyan perspective. EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > "A Disciple's Path" - Sunday School Class EQUIP EVENT Sundays | 11:00am - 12:00pm Aldersgate UMC | Room 210 [object Object] As followers of Jesus, we are all called to develop spiritual practices, discover our gifts, and engage in ministry. Whether you are new to Aldersgate or a long-time member, please join Chris Mullins and Cullen Roberts as we study discipleship from a Wesleyan perspective. Class has already begun, but there's still time to join! Will run through March 15th from 11:00am until 12 noon. Nursery and childcare will be provided during the class. Please reach out to Chris Mullins for questions or more details. As followers of Jesus, we are all called to develop spiritual practices, discover our gifts, and engage in ministry. Whether you are new to Aldersgate or a long-time member, please join Chris Mullins and Cullen Roberts as we study discipleship from a Wesleyan perspective. Class has already begun, but there's still time to join! Will run through March 15th from 11:00am until 12 noon. Nursery and childcare will be provided during the class. Please reach out to Chris Mullins for questions or more details. < Previous Event Next Event >

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 >

During the winter months, Aldersgate supports the Hypothermia Shelter at the Rising Hope United Methodist Mission Church on Russell Road. MISSION INFORMATION < Previous Back to Local Missions Next > Hypothermia Shelter In partnership with Ventures in Community and New Hope Housing , Rising Hope United Methodist Church provides overnight emergency shelter from December through March for individuals experiencing homelessness. Volunteers from community churches and local civic groups provide a hot home cooked dinner and breakfast bags. Aldersgate UMC is proud to support this mission again this year! We will collect donations of winter clothing and/or blankets through the month of March. Donations may be new or used and in good condition. The most needed items are socks, gloves, hats, and coats. Donations may be dropped off at the church anytime at Door 3. If you would like more information or would like to volunteer, please contact Karen Latta ( klatta@fourthwave.com ). < Previous Next >

Bible Study Group EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Potpourri Class Christian Nationalism Sundays | 9:30 | Room 208 The Potpourri Sunday School class is beginning a four-week study on Christian Nationalism, beginning Jan. 11. The class meets Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in room 208. Everyone is welcome. The Potpourri Sunday School class is beginning a four-week study on Christian Nationalism, beginning Jan. 11. The class meets Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in room 208. Everyone is welcome. < Previous Event Next Event >

Bible Study Group EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > B.A.S.I.C. Sunday School Christianity and World Religions Sundays | 9:30am | Church Library The BASIC Bible study will begin the new year exploring Christianity and World Religions. We will use the 2018 "Revised Edition" Book by Methodist Pastor Adam Hamilton. This study will begin on 1/4/2026 and run through January and February. The study will briefly explore the 5 great religions: Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism. Hamilton produced a DVD in 2005 for the first edition - and we will use that DVD to supplement our study. The BASIC Bible study meets each Sunday in Aldersgate's library just inside Door 3 at 9:30 AM. Please read the Introduction and Chapter 1 for 1/4/2026. Questions? Please reach out to facilitator Bill Armstrong at bbbarms@gmail.com The BASIC Bible study will begin the new year exploring Christianity and World Religions. We will use the 2018 "Revised Edition" Book by Methodist Pastor Adam Hamilton. This study will begin on 1/4/2026 and run through January and February. The study will briefly explore the 5 great religions: Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism. Hamilton produced a DVD in 2005 for the first edition - and we will use that DVD to supplement our study. The BASIC Bible study meets each Sunday in Aldersgate's library just inside Door 3 at 9:30 AM. Please read the Introduction and Chapter 1 for 1/4/2026. Questions? Please reach out to facilitator Bill Armstrong at bbbarms@gmail.com < Previous Event Next Event >