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New Fellowship Small Group for Dads with Kids at Home EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > The Father's Table: New Fellowship Small Group for Dads with Kids at Home EQUIP MINISTRIES Next Meeting: January 29th | 8:00pm - 10:00pm Aldersgate Church Library This month on January 29th, The Father's Table will be holding a joint bible study with UMM on the Book of Daniel. Please join them at Aldersgate in the Church Library from 8:00pm - 10:00pm. For more information, contact Chris at s.christopher.mullins@gmail.com . This month on January 29th, The Father's Table will be holding a joint bible study with UMM on the Book of Daniel. Please join them at Aldersgate in the Church Library from 8:00pm - 10:00pm. For more information, contact Chris at s.christopher.mullins@gmail.com . < Previous Event Next Event >

Volunteer to make and deliver sack meals to the people sheltered in local motels. EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Phoenix Rising Sandwich Making LOCAL MISSIONS & OUTREACH Thursday, January 8th | 5:00pm - 7:00pm Aldersgate UMC (Wesley Hall) Phoenix Rising meal packing happens once each month, on the Thursday before the second Friday (not always the second Thursday). We pack meals at 5:00 p.m. in Wesley Hall. For more information about Phoenix Rising or to be added to the volunteer email list, please email Jean Vita ( jeanvita@hotmail.com ) and Georgia Harlow ( gharlow383@hotmail.com ). For more information on Phoenix Rising and other local missions and outreach, please visit the Local Missions and Outreach page on our website. Phoenix Rising meal packing happens once each month, on the Thursday before the second Friday (not always the second Thursday). We pack meals at 5:00 p.m. in Wesley Hall. For more information about Phoenix Rising or to be added to the volunteer email list, please email Jean Vita ( jeanvita@hotmail.com ) and Georgia Harlow ( gharlow383@hotmail.com ). For more information on Phoenix Rising and other local missions and outreach, please visit the Local Missions and Outreach page on our website. < Previous Event Next Event >

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 >

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. ADULT GROUPS AND CLASSES Adult groups and classes are how we build community at Aldersgate Church. Being a part of a group is the best way to help a big church feel smaller. Whether it’s a class, a small group, or bible study, in a group, you’ll connect with people in a similar stage of life, or with similar interests. Together, you’ll build community and foster spiritual growth. We offer small group bible studies, fellowship groups, women’s and men’s groups, prayer groups, topical classes and mission/service groups. The United Methodist Men and the United Women in Faith also provide a place to plug-in for fellowship, outreach and prayer. We also offer various yoga and wellness classes . Have an idea for a new small group? Tell us what you’re looking for! Send an email to equip@aldersgate.net . Adult Sunday School Adult Small Groups Adult Sunday School Classes Adult Sunday school classes meet at 9:30am on Sunday mornings. Please contact the listed class leader for more information. Potpourri Class Room 208 Sundays at 9:30am Leader Information: Elaine Saunders elainesaunders66@gmail.com Class will resume on September 7th for a six week study in the Gospels. 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. B.A.S.I.C. Bible Study Library (Room 132) Sundays at 9:30am Leader Information: Bill Armstrong bbbarms@gmail.com The B.A.S.I.C. (Brothers and Sisters in Christ) Bible study meets in the Library on Sunday mornings at 9:30am. We will begin viewing season 5 of the acclaimed show The Chosen. We will view commentary and read and discuss the scripture associated with each episode. The following week we will watch the episode we had previously studied. There are 8 episodes per season. This study will span 16 Sundays starting Sunday September 7th and running into January 2026. All are welcome! Questions? Please contact facilitator Bill Armstrong 703-505-8007 or bbbarms@gmail.com Adult Small Groups Please contact the listed group leader(s) for more details on the small group you are interested in. Faith Book Study - "Christ in Crisis: Why We Need to Reclaim Jesus" by Jim Wallis Tuesdays Beginning October 7th | 7:00pm - 8:30pm Church Library (Room 132) Keary.Kincannon@gmail.com Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon Leader Information: The next Faith Book Study will look at the book "Christ in Crisis: Why We Need to Reclaim Jesus" by Jim Wallis. Wallis argues that our cultural and political crisis largely stems from how the American church has become disconnected from the teachings of Jesus Christ. Wallis points to eight radical questions central to Jesus' teaching: the Neighbor Question, the Image Question, the Truth Question, the Caesar Question, the Peacemaker Question, and the Discipleship Question. By asking these questions, we can measure whether we are thinking and acting "in Jesus' name." Wallis' prophetic vision and pastoral wisdom both provoke and counsel, guiding us forward during this time of confusion and fear. He reveals how following the teachings of Jesus emboldens and empowers us to "be not afraid," but to act in courage and hope. Co-Sponsored by Aldersgate UMC & Ventures in Community (Mt. Vernon area’s 50 year old Interfaith Coalition). Facilitator: Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon CLICK HERE to RSVP with your contact information to indicate your interest in attending this book study. Participants are asked to please obtain a copy of the book and read the first chapter before the first class. For more information contact Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon at keary.kincannon@gmail.com . Intercessory Prayer Group Tuesdays | 9:30am Virtual (Email for Info) prayers@aldersgate.net Group Led Leader Information: The Intercessory Prayer Group prays on behalf of people facing spiritual, medical, financial, and relationship concerns. Prayer requests come from our congregation, community, and from throughout the world. Confidentiality is strictly observed and prayers for others are offered in a non-political, non-judgmental setting. The group welcomes men and women of all ages and experience. Wednesday Evening Bible Study Wednesdays | 7:30pm-9:30pm Zoom (Contact Shari for Zoom info) shari_van_buren@hotmail.com Shari Van Buren Leader Information: We study the Bible, books, and other resources to help us deepen our faith. All are welcome! Do you long for an intimate relationship with your Creator but He seems elusive? Perhaps it's because something essential is missing in your life—the fear of the Lord. Don't let this frighten you. Fearing God is very different than being afraid of God. It's the key to everything. Holy Fear is not a topic you'll hear much about these days, but if you want to build a faith that stands strong through troubled times, you cannot afford to ignore it. In this six-session video Bible study , bestselling author John Bevere explores more than forty promises in Scripture given to those who embrace holy fear—rewards such as holiness, wisdom, legacy, confidence, happiness, and security. He invites you to take a fresh look at what it means to work out your salvation with fear and trembling. And he shows how approaching God in this way allows you to discover the deeper relationship with the Lord that your soul longs for and that He desires to have with you. For more information, or to receive the zoom link, please email Shari Van Buren at shari_van_buren@hotmail.com . Wellness Book Study Group Mondays | 12:00pm Library + Zoom (Contact Judy for Zoom info) judy@aldersgate.net Judy Jurkowski Leader Information: The Wellness Book Study Group is a small group that meets regularly in person (with Zoom option) to discuss God and Christ-centered books that the group chooses. The group is flexible and open to more people attending. Wednesday Women Wednesdays | 1:00pm - 2:00pm Church Library (Room 132) hettieh@usa.net Hettie Hervey Leader Information: Women of all ages who meet to enjoy fellowship, service, and study various books, topics, and Bible chapters with the intention of broadening our understanding of the arts and literature as they relate to living a life of following Jesus’s teachings. Our mission statement is: Serving women and their families through the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The Father's Table - Small Group for Dads with Kids at Home Last Thursday of Each Month | 8:00pm - 10:00pm Chris's House - Contact him for additional information s.christopher.mullins@gmail.com Chris Mullins Leader Information: Please join us for fellowship as we share and grow in our faith. First small group meeting is September 25th at 8:00 p.m. at Chris's house and we will meet the last Thursday of each month. For more information, contact Chris at s.christopher.mullins@gmail.com . Christian Meditation Group Mondays | 2:00pm Church Library (Room 132) susanakane78@gmail.com Sue Kane Leader Information: The Christian Meditation Group meets every Monday afternoon at 2:00pm in the church library. We spend time in each gathering in a period of meditation. Wednesday Night House Church Every Other Wednesday | 6:00pm Various Homes of Group Participants erica.kraft@gmail.com Erica Kraft Leader Information: House Church is a discipleship model that focuses on growing disciples by building community. During our gatherings, we will share a meal together and then spend time in prayer, worship, and study of scripture. House Church gatherings are communal, meaning that everyone is invited to participate as we share our gifts and experiences with one another. We believe this is a great model for building community both within the church and in our neighborhoods.

EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > ACCT Presents, Beetlejuice Jr. Opening night, January 16th at 7:30pm! Evening Shows (7:30pm): January 16th, 17th, 23rd, & 24th Matinee Shows (2:00pm): January 18th, 19th, & 24th Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall ACCT's opening night of Beetlejuice Jr, is on Friday, January 16th at 7:30pm! The show will run for two weekends. Evening shows starting at 7:30pm on the 16th, 17th, 23rd, and 24th. Matinees starting at 2:00pm are on the 18th, 19th, 24th, and 25th. Tickets can be purchased during Fellowship Time, at acctonline.org or at the door. ACCT's opening night of Beetlejuice Jr, is on Friday, January 16th at 7:30pm! The show will run for two weekends. Evening shows starting at 7:30pm on the 16th, 17th, 23rd, and 24th. Matinees starting at 2:00pm are on the 18th, 19th, 24th, and 25th. Tickets can be purchased during Fellowship Time, at acctonline.org or at the door. < Previous Event Next Event >

Come hang out with UMM and Pastor Sherry! EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > UMM Dinner With Special Guest, Pastor Sherry Hietpas Tuesday, February 3rd | 6:30pm-9:00pm Aldersgate UMC | Wesley Hall Aldersgate UMM will be holding their annual monthly dinner with special guest, Pastor Sherry Hietpas. She will be discussing how her experiences have shaped her as a pastor, as well as her views on how we can live into God’s calling as members of Aldersgate. Join us Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:30pm for great food and conversation together! Aldersgate UMM will be holding their annual monthly dinner with special guest, Pastor Sherry Hietpas. She will be discussing how her experiences have shaped her as a pastor, as well as her views on how we can live into God’s calling as members of Aldersgate. Join us Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:30pm for great food and conversation together! < Previous Event Next Event >

Valentine's Wooden Heart Craft EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > UWF January Crafter-Noon Join Aldersgate UWF for a crafter-noon! January 25th | 3:00pm-4:30pm Join us on Sunday, January 25, from 3:00pm-4:30pm in Founders Hall for our January Crafter-noon. Attendants can paint a 6 inch wooden heart and add paper flowers, trims, and little sentiments to give to your favorite Valentine. There is no cost, but please sign up so we have enough supplies. Sign up in Wesley hall during Fellowship time during January or email me directly. Hope you can come! Join us on Sunday, January 25, from 3:00pm-4:30pm in Founders Hall for our January Crafter-noon. Attendants can paint a 6 inch wooden heart and add paper flowers, trims, and little sentiments to give to your favorite Valentine. There is no cost, but please sign up so we have enough supplies. Sign up in Wesley hall during Fellowship time during January or email me directly. Hope you can come! < Previous Event Next Event >

Help pack food boxes for distribution to folks who come to collect food. EVENT INFORMATION < Previous Event Back to Upcoming Events Back Next Event > Woodlawn-Faith Food Distribution LOCAL MISSIONS & OUTREACH Friday, January 16th | 8:30am - 12:00pm St. John's Baptist Church (7730 Fordson Rd, Alexandria) Join Woodlawn-Faith UMC at St. John's Baptist Church on Fordson Road to pack food boxes for folks in our community to collect. No reservation or sign-up required! Drop by any time and stay for as long as you can! Students can earn community service hours. Learn more and find upcoming dates . For questions, please contact Karen Latta . Join Woodlawn-Faith UMC at St. John's Baptist Church on Fordson Road to pack food boxes for folks in our community to collect. No reservation or sign-up required! Drop by any time and stay for as long as you can! Students can earn community service hours. < 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 >

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. LEADERSHIP TEAM DOCUMENTS & REPORTS < Back to Leadership Team 2025 Documents & Reports Leadership Team Meeting Minutes January 2025 Minutes February 2025 Minutes March 2025 Minutes April 2025 Minutes Monthly Financial Reports January 2025 Financials February 2025 Financials March 2025 Financials April 2025 Financials May 2025 Financials June 2025 Financials July 2025 Financials August 2025 Financials September 2025 Financials October 2025 Financial Report November 2025 Financials 2024 Documents & Reports Leadership Team Meeting Minutes January 2024 Minutes February 2024 Minutes March 2024 Minutes April 2024 Minutes May 2024 Minutes (Church Conference) June 2024 Minutes July 2024 Minutes August 2024 Minutes September 2024 Minutes October 2024 Minutes November 2024 Minutes December 2024 Minutes Monthly Financial Reports January 2024 Financials February 2024 Financials March 2024 Financials April 2024 Financials May 2024 Financials June 2024 Financials July 2024 Financials August 2024 Financials September 2024 Financials October 2024 Financials November 2024 Financials December 2024 Financials

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. CHURCH LEADERSHIP TEAM Aldersgate is served by a team of lay leaders and pastors who work together diligently and faithfully to do the work of leading our church in the fulfillment of our mission to courageously live out God's unconditional love. Leadership Team Members Leadership Team Nominations The Leadership Team meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm via Zoom. Visit the church calendar for information on each month's meeting. Email office@aldersgate.net for more information, including to request the Zoom link for the monthly meetings. Leadership Team Meeting Minutes AUMC Church Conference (May 2023) Monthly Financial Reports AUMC Church Conference (Oct 2023) 2024 VAUMC Annual Conference Report Leadership Summit Report February 4th, 2024 People from across Aldersgate gathered for the afternoon February 4th to celebrate where we have seen God work in our ministries this past year and to plan how to live and share God's unconditional love, even in the face of inevitable change. Click the button, below, to see notes from each ministry team. Please reach out to the listed team leads (emails are at top of each slide) to learn how to join in their teams' ministries. Feb 4th Leadership Summit Report Leadership Summit Report July 14th, 2024 Following our Leadership Summit on July 14th, we will work on our Strategic Priorities for 2030. In 2020, we worked as a collaborative group and set the church’s top Strategic Priorities for 2025. Strategic Priorities are meant to be our focus and goals over the next 5 years. These priorities will help us to form disciples of Jesus Christ. We will engage with the congregation in the Fall of 2024 to better understand what we as a Church feel will best serve us as a congregation and for our community outreach. July 14th Leadership Summit Take-Aways Leadership Team Members | July 2024 - June 2025 LAY LEADERS Dave Halladay Lay Leader Jill Cox Team Recorder & Treasurer Bryce Edwards Staff Parish Relations Committee Lead Mark Easton Finance Lead Sean Vermillion Trustee Lead Ed Little Trustee Co-Lead John McRae Strategic Planning Lead Barb Roach Engage Lead Beth Bachmore Engage Co-Lead Hilary Riedemann Connect Lead Steve Larkin Connect Lead - Worship Don McIlwain Connect - Worship Co-Lead Leslie Belcher Equip Lead Leigh Johnson Miller Equip Co-Lead Julie Pfister Send Lead Sandra Gehring Send Co-Lead Olivia Peterson Youth Representative Lorrie Rezendes United Women in Faith Representative Mike Russell United Methodist Men Representative PASTORAL & STAFF LEADERS Pastor Sherry Hietpas Associate Pastor Pastor Bill John Senior Pastor Jill Cox Church Executive Director LT Members Nominatons Nominations and Leadership Development Members of the Aldersgate Leadership Team are to be spiritually mature Christ-followers who are passionate about the mission and vision of Aldersgate, and who are spiritually gifted and called to be part of this team. The Leadership Team will consist of 15 lay members serving in three rotating classes. Leadership Team terms are for three (3) years in the areas of Finance, Trustees, and Staff Parish Relations (our Human Resources area). The Leadership Team also includes our Engage , Connect , Equip , and Send ministries, as well as representation from our Youth , United Women in Faith (UWF) , and United Methodist Men (UMM) . The Lead Pastor, Associate Pastor(s), and Church Executive Director are permanent ex-officio members of the Leadership Team. The lay members of the Leadership Team are nominated by the Nominations Committee for election at a Charge Conference held in June, with their terms beginning on July 1st. Persons who discern that they may be called by God to serve on the Leadership Team will complete a Profile Application and Spiritual Gifts Inventory and may be interviewed by the existing Leadership Team members as part of the discernment and nominating process. Leadership Team Nominations Profile Packet Completed nomination packets may be submitted to Pastor Randy at randy@aldersgate.net .

Courageously living and sharing God's unconditional love every day, with everyone, everywhere. OUR PASTORS & STAFF Meet Our Pastors Pastor Bill John Senior Pastor (703) 765-6555 x602 bjohn@aldersgate.net More About Me Pastor Sherry Hietpas Associate Pastor (703) 765-6555 x601 shietpas@aldersgate.net More About Me Meet Our Staff Jill Cox Church Executive Director jcox@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x600 Victor Abdelnour Worship Producer worship@aldersgate.net Jesse St Clair Smith Director of Children's Ministries children@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x616 Andreas Barrett Worship Leader & Co-Director of Student Ministries abarrett@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x609 Ashley Carignan Children's Choir Director childrenschoir@aldersgate.net Callie McIlwain Receptionist receptionist@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x603 Amanda Turskey Communications Manager digitalministry@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x605 Corey Bales Director of Childcare clatta@aldersgate.net Kole Butler Traditional Music Director musicdirector@aldersgate.net Beth Bachmore Aldersgate Day School Director bbachmore@aldersgate.net Jane Kratovil Financial Manager finance@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x607 Judy Jurkowski Wellness Coordinator & Director of Congregational Care jjurkowski@aldersgate.net (703) 765-6555 x626 Bailey Johnson Co-Director of Student Ministries youth@aldersgate.net Doug VanDenBerg Organist organist@aldersgate.net