Special Guest, Rev. Kameron Wilds from Rising Hope Mission Church EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > UMM Dinner UMM EVENT Tuesday, Nov. 10th | 6:30pm - 9:00pm 1301 Collingwood Rd. 22308 Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall On Tuesday, November 10th, at 6:30pm, UMM will present a dinner featuring Rev. Kameron Wilds, from Rising Hope Mission Church.The dinner is open to all Aldersgate members, as well as interested members of other churches and the public. Be sure to click here to register. Please reach out to Tom Devine with any questions. On Tuesday, November 10th, at 6:30pm, UMM will present a dinner featuring Rev. Kameron Wilds, from Rising Hope Mission Church.The dinner is open to all Aldersgate members, as well as interested members of other churches and the public. Be sure to click here to register. Please reach out to Tom Devine with any questions. < Previous Event Next Event >

Come shop the vendors, pick up some early Christmas presents, and be filled with holiday cheer! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Christmas Market 2026 UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH EVENT Saturday, November 14th | 9:00am - 2:00pm Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall This year's United Women in Faith (UWF) Christmas Market will be on Saturday, November 14th, from 9am - 2pm. The whole church and community are invited, so mark your calendars. There will be something for everyone and a great place to get a jump start on your holiday shopping. All money raised at the Christmas Market will go to missions and charities supported by the Aldersgate UWF. Frozen Casserole Sale Share your favorite recipe (no desserts or seafood!) & support Elizabeth Circle’s frozen casserole sale. Pick up a pan and recipe card during Sunday Fellowship in Oct., then drop off your frozen casserole in Wesley Hall on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 10am–1pm. Contact : Shirley Burgett | saburgett@gmail.com . White Elephant & Collectibles Sale Esther Circle is collecting gently used treasures through Nov. 13th. Donations will be accepted on Thursday, Nov. 12th, from 4-7pm, and on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 9am-4pm in the Guback Center (enter at Door #7 ). Please no clothes or books . Contact: Karen Latta | klatta@fourthwave.com . Holiday Bake Sale Share your homemade baked goods, preserves, or hostess gifts for Ruth Circle’s Christmas Market sale! Pick up packaging supplies during Sunday Fellowship in Oct., then deliver your goodies in small, labeled packages to Reception at door #3 on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 9AM–4PM. Please make sure to label contents and any kind of nuts. Contact : Mary Ellen Carawan | mimi.car415@gmail.com . Please Donate Your Once-Loved Jewelry Lydia Circle is collecting gently used jewelry, hats, handbags, and scarves. Drop off your donations in the basket near the church reception desk through Oct. 30th. Contact : Peggy Lussier | peggylussier47@gmail.com Faith Cafe Lunch will be served from 10:30am-1:30pm on Market day. We will be serving Mission BBQ with assorted chips & drink. Spread the Holiday Cheer Pick up a yard sign in Wesley Hall Sunday, Nov. 8th. Return the sign in Wesley Hall the following Sunday, Nov. 15th. This year's United Women in Faith (UWF) Christmas Market will be on Saturday, November 14th, from 9am - 2pm. The whole church and community are invited, so mark your calendars. There will be something for everyone and a great place to get a jump start on your holiday shopping. All money raised at the Christmas Market will go to missions and charities supported by the Aldersgate UWF. Frozen Casserole Sale Share your favorite recipe (no desserts or seafood!) & support Elizabeth Circle’s frozen casserole sale. Pick up a pan and recipe card during Sunday Fellowship in Oct., then drop off your frozen casserole in Wesley Hall on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 10am–1pm. Contact : Shirley Burgett | saburgett@gmail.com . White Elephant & Collectibles Sale Esther Circle is collecting gently used treasures through Nov. 13th. Donations will be accepted on Thursday, Nov. 12th, from 4-7pm, and on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 9am-4pm in the Guback Center (enter at Door #7). Please no clothes or books . Contact: Karen Latta | klatta@fourthwave.com . Holiday Bake Sale Share your homemade baked goods, preserves, or hostess gifts for Ruth Circle’s Christmas Market sale! Pick up packaging supplies during Sunday Fellowship in Oct., then deliver your goodies in small, labeled packages to Reception at door #3 on Friday, Nov. 13th, from 9AM–4PM. Please make sure to label contents and any kind of nuts. Contact : Mary Ellen Carawan | mimi.car415@gmail.com . Please Donate Your Once-Loved Jewelry Lydia Circle is collecting gently used jewelry, hats, handbags, and scarves. Drop off your donations in the basket near the church reception desk through Oct. 30th. Contact : Peggy Lussier | peggylussier47@gmail.com Faith Cafe Lunch will be served from 10:30am-1:30pm on Market day. We will be serving Mission BBQ with assorted chips & drink. Spread the Holiday Cheer Pick up a yard sign in Wesley Hall Sunday, Nov. 8th. Return the sign in Wesley Hall the following Sunday, Nov. 15th. < Previous Event Next Event >

All are welcome to join! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Creation Care Meeting SOCIAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE Tuesday, Nov. 10th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm Aldersgate UMC (Room 203) The United Methodist Church possesses a rich tradition of statements, writings, and resolutions affirming the vocation of all Christians to live in healthy, charitable, and just relationship with the whole of God's creation. The Aldersgate Creation Care Team meets to find ways that Aldersgate can improve the way we care for God's creation. We talk about engaging this ministry in the following ways: Worship, Learning and Teaching, Lifestyle, and Community, National and Global Involvement. Future Meeting Dates: September 8th, and November 10th! We will discuss Energy Efficiency; Native Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers; and Plastic Reduction Policy for Aldersgate. We are open to all subjects and ideas for creation care education, events, and policies! For more information, please contact Lorrie Rezendes ( lorretired@aol.com ) All are welcome! The United Methodist Church possesses a rich tradition of statements, writings, and resolutions affirming the vocation of all Christians to live in healthy, charitable, and just relationship with the whole of God's creation. The Aldersgate Creation Care Team meets to find ways that Aldersgate can improve the way we care for God's creation. We talk about engaging this ministry in the following ways: Worship, Learning and Teaching, Lifestyle, and Community, National and Global Involvement. Future Meeting Dates: September 8th, and November 10th! We will discuss Energy Efficiency; Native Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers; and Plastic Reduction Policy for Aldersgate. We are open to all subjects and ideas for creation care education, events, and policies! For more information, please contact Lorrie Rezendes ( lorretired@aol.com ). All are welcome! < Previous Event Next Event >

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Donate food and drinks for Sunday Breakfast at Rising Hope. EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Sunday Breakfast at Rising Hope UMC LOCAL MISSIONS & OUTREACH Donation drop-off by Friday, Nov. 6th. Breakfast served on Sunday, Nov. 8th. Drop-Off Donations at Door #3 Aldersgate provides breakfast to the 50 or so worshippers at Rising Hope Mission Church on the 2nd Sunday of each month. We need your help! Volunteers are needed to donate breakfast foods and drinks and drop them off at the church at Door 3 by the Friday before our Sunday Breakfast date. CLICK HERE to learn more about this ministry. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Julie Pfister . Aldersgate provides breakfast to the 50 or so worshippers at Rising Hope Mission Church on the 2nd Sunday of each month. We need your help! Volunteers are needed to donate breakfast foods and drinks and drop them off at the church at Door 3 by the Friday before our Sunday Breakfast date. CLICK HERE to learn more about this ministry. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Julie Pfister . < Previous Event Next Event >

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Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. ALDERSGATE MENTOR PROGRAM It can be hard to adjust to a new area and a new church. The Aldersgate mentorship program is designed to help new members meet people and build authentic relationships, find a ministry area or small group that matches their talents and interests and to encourage a deeper connection to Jesus. Mentor Program Information If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please fill out the survey, below, and a member of the Aldersgate Connect Team will be in touch with you. If you have questions or require assistance, please contact JD Driscoll , Co-Lead of the Aldersgate Connect Team. Aldersgate New Member Form Please complete this form if you are interested in becoming a member of Aldersgate UMC. Adult Family Member #1 First Name Middle Name Last Name Preferred Name Title Title Title (if Other) Suffix Suffix Suffix (if Other) Gender Gender Birth Date * required Relationship Status Relationship Status Date of Marriage Phone Number (Primary) Additional Phone Number #1 Additional Phone Number #2 Primary Phone No. Type * Home Mobile Work Additional Phone No. #1 Type Home Mobile Work Additional Phone No. #2 Type Home Mobile Work Preferred Email Additional Email Occupation Have you been Baptized? * Yes No Baptism Date (if known) Joining By: Choose an option Name of Previous Church Address of Previous Church Add AnotherAdult Family Member Adult Family Member #2 Delete 2nd Adult First Name Middle Name Last Name Preferred Name Title Title Title (if Other) Suffix Suffix Suffix (if Other) Gender Gender Birth Date Relationship Status Relationship Status Date of Marriage Phone Number (Primary) Additional Phone Number #1 Additional Phone Number #2 Primary Phone No. Type Home Mobile Work Additional Phone No. #1 Type Home Mobile Work Additional Phone No. #2 Type Home Mobile Work Preferred Email Additional Email Occupation Have you been Baptized? Yes No Baptism Date (if known) Joining By: Choose an option Name of Previous Church Address of Previous Church SUBMIT Thanks for submitting!

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. VISIT ALDERSGATE 70 Years of Inspiring Faith & Building Community Aldersgate UMC recently celebrated our 70th Anniversary. We started with thirty-five worshippers in a school cafeteria to present day with a campus built by generations of members' hands and gifts. Aldersgate carries seventy years of faith into its next chapter under the leadership of Rev. William H. John Jr. For seventy years, Aldersgate has stood as a strong and steadfast steeple on the corner — a familiar beacon of faith, hope, and community. From time to time, you may even catch a glimpse of eagles perched high above our steeple: strong, watchful, and always looking toward the horizon — a fitting symbol of who we are. Thank you for being part of our story — whether for seventy years, seven months, or seven days. Read More Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. - Romans 15:7 Courageously living God's unconditional love, serving others, and making disciples. We are so glad you are interested in visiting Aldersgate UMC! We hope that you will get to know us and become a part of our faith community. Whether you are visiting for the first time or have been with us before, we know you might have questions about what to expect, so we have compiled some helpful information for you. If you have questions and don't find the answer here, please reach out to us at office@aldersgate.net or (703) 765-6555. LOCATION & WORSHIP TIMES Address & Contact Information 1301 Collingwood Rd Alexandria, VA 22308 (703) 765-6555 | office@aldersgate.net Get Directions Worship Service Times In-Person & Livestream: 9:30am & 11:00am ONLINE WORSHIP Map of Aldersgate’s building with locations of Sunday School classrooms WHO WE ARE At Aldersgate UMC, our mission is to courageously live God's unconditional love, serve others, and make disciples. LEARN ABOUT OUR MISSION & VALUES LEARN ABOUT OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE A diverse range of music from traditional to contemporary; the one thing our music has in common is quality. We treat scripture like we expect God to speak through it to us today. Worship that is relevant but rooted in the ancient faith. Preaching that is compelling and urgent. Celebration of Communion (Eucharist, Lord’s Supper) joyfully, for as our founder John Wesley said, in some mysterious way Jesus really is present to us in this meal and, through it, he changes our hearts one bite and sip at a time. All are welcome to join us in Communion. Children to be treated as if they were first in God’s heart because Jesus said they are. They are welcome in worship with you or can stay in the nursery during worship. Ask an usher, greeter, or pastor if you have any questions. When you join us for Worship, we would appreciate it if you would please fill out the tear-off slip in your bulletin so we can connect with you. Also, checking off on the tear-off slip that you'd like to join our AUMC Newsletter e-communication distribution list will allow us to connect you weekly to all the wonderful opportunities you have to join us for fellowship, learning, worship, and events. CHILDREN & STUDENT MINISTRIES At Aldersgate UMC, we know how important a foundation in faith is for your children. We provide ministry opportunities for children and youth of all ages to engage in the church and explore their faith. And, of course, to have fun! KIDS MINISTRY YOUTH MINISTRY ADULT GROUPS & CLASSES Adult groups and classes are how we build community at Aldersgate UMC. Being a part of a group or class is the best way to help a big church feel smaller and allow you to connect with people in a similar stage of life or with similar interests. ADULT GROUPS & CLASSES BECOME A MEMBER Becoming a member of our church family is a way for you to show your commitment to Aldersgate and our mission . It means that you are willing to contribute your time, talent, gifts, service, and witness to the ministries of the church, and that you will take an active role in taking our mission to the world. LEARN MORE ABOUT JOINING ALDERSGATE

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. WELLNESS PROGRAM Aldersgate United Methodist Church offers wellness program opportunities to the congregation and to our community. Regular Weekly Classes Gentle Yoga Gently relax and sooth your stress, renew and restore with this calming and rejuvenating class. The practice will focus on deep breathing, slow movement, gentle stretching and strengthening postures, as well as restorative postures and relaxation. Mondays 9:00am - 10:00am Wesley Hall Thursdays 11:00am - 12:00pm Wesley Hall Senior Strength & Stretch Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activities for daily living. Handheld weights are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support. This class is geared for healthy seniors as well as those with joint, mobility and/or balance issues. Mondays 10:30am - 11:15am Wesley Hall Wednesdays 4:00pm - 4:45pm Wesley Hall If you have questions about the classes, please contact Judy at 703-765-6555, ext. 626 or judy@aldersgate.net . Also, please print out the required ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY and bring it with you. The classes are ongoing, and they are a gift from the church to you and the community. All are welcome to join class as long as their physician has given approval. Classes are taught by Judy Jurkowski, Aldersgate UMC Wellness Coordinator. Judy is a Certified Exercise Instructor through Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Les Mills International (LMI), and Silver Sneakers (Healthways, Inc). She has been teaching a wide variety of fitness classes at local gyms since 1987. Ft. Hunt Yoga Classes at Aldersgate UMC In partnership with local yoga instructor, Sara Jefferies, we will be offering to Aldersgate members and those who attend regularly free Vinyasa yoga classes on Tuesdays (January - April). The classes will be held at Aldersgate in Founders Hall from 6:30pm - 7:15pm. Please be sure to bring your yoga mat and water bottle and enter through Door 8. For others in the community attending there will be a $10 charge at the door, please use the signup so that Sara knows you are with Aldersgate. Sign-Up for Ft. Hunt Yoga Classes Vinyasa style yoga offers a full body stretch. If you'd like to learn more about Sara and the other classes she offers in the area, please check out her private Facebook group called Fort Hunt Yoga . Aldersgate United Methodist Church offers support groups to the congregation and to our community. Learn About Our Support Groups

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. WORSHIP AT ALDERSGATE Worship is the Heart of Aldersgate Church The passion of our worship team is to lead our community into the presence of God during every worship experience. Whether it is through traditional choirs, contemporary praise songs, or compelling and creative teaching, the heart of our worship is to celebrate God’s faithfulness and our gratitude for the work of Christ in our lives. Join Us for Sunday Worship Contemporary Worship 9:30am | Sanctuary & Livestream Our Contemporary Worship Service features modern/contemporary Christian music led by the Journeys Band. Livestream & Bulletin Traditional Worship 11:00am | Sanctuary & Livestream Our Traditional Worship Service features hymns and traditional worship music from our Wesley Choir and Casavant organ. Livestream & Bulletin Additional Information First Time Visitors Children's Ministries Student Ministries Adult Education You can also livestream this Sunday's service or watch past worship services on YouTube and Facebook. Livestream & On Demand Livestream & On Demand

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Fellowship Small Group for Dads with Kids at Home EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > The Father's Table EQUIP MINISTRIES Next Meeting: October 29th | 8:00pm - 10:00pm Chris Mullins House Please join us for fellowship as we share and grow in our faith. The group will meet at Chris Mullins house on the last Thursday of each month. For more information contact Chris Mullins . Please join us for fellowship as we share and grow in our faith. The group will meet at Chris Mullins house on the last Thursday of each month. For more information contact Chris Mullins . < Previous Event Next Event >