Week 6 —Week of March 25, 2018: The Meaning of the Resurrection Scripture: Mark 11:1-11; Mark 14:1-15; 47 Symbol: Egg Discussion & Activity: This week – Holy Week – we are in the midst of remembering Jesus’ death. You may actually want to start the week reading the first passage from Mark, then reading the second passage later...
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Celebrate Holy Week with Gethsemane
Holy Week is the week of Christian observances leading to Easter Sunday. It begins with Palm Sunday and progresses through Holy or Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. It culminates with the Easter Sunday celebrations. Holy Week is the heart of the church’s ritual, theological, and missional life. The life and mission of Jesus meet their fullest test. Jesus stares directly into the face...
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This Week at Gethsemane – March 19
Upcoming events and activities at Gethsemane United Methodist Church during Monday, March 19 – Sunday, March 25. MONDAY There are no events or activities scheduled this night. TUESDAY Outreach Ministry Food Pantry Is it not right to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house. Weekly distribution of food and...
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Family Study for Lent – Week 5
Week 5 —Week of March 18, 2018: The Meaning of the Cross Scripture: John 12:20-33 Symbol: Cross Discussion & Activity: Read together John 12:20-33. This is a very difficult passage for us to understand. Jesus is telling his followers that he must die, but that his death will give life to others. Sometimes it is hard...
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Volunteer with Christmas in April
[su_spoiler title=”About Christmas in April” open=”yes” style=”simple”] Volunteer at Christmas in April with Gethsemane United Methodist Church and Prince George’s County to help renovate Senior Citizen’s homes. This year, we’ll be working at two homes in Capitol Heights! Christmas in April is the largest home rehabilitation organization in America. The mission is to build partnerships to...
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RECHARGE at the 2018 Lenten Revival
Join Gethsemane United Methodist Church and the Southern Cluster of Prince George’s County on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 for a one-day Lenten Revival. The purpose of revival is to awaken our hearts and minds to the presence of God in our midst through preaching, music, fellowship and prayer. This year’s theme is Recharge. Our speakers...
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This Week at Gethsemane – March 12
Upcoming events and activities at Gethsemane United Methodist Church during Monday, March 12 – Sunday, March 18. MONDAY There are no events or activities scheduled this night. TUESDAY Outreach Ministry Food Pantry Is it not right to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house. Weekly distribution of food and...
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Family Study for Lent – Week 4
Week 4—Week of March 11, 2018: Jesus Brings Light Scripture: John 3:14-21 Symbol: Candle Discussion & Activity: This week’s reading includes one of the most familiar verses of Scripture: John 3:16. You may want to recite this together each day this week. In addition to this verse, consider the message of light in the world contained...
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Bold & Courageous – Women’s Day 2018
WOMEN’S DAY 2018 at GETHSEMANE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday, March 18, 2017 | 10:00AM with Guest Speaker, Dr. Cheryl R. Smith, Emmanuel Worship and Deliverance Center On Sunday, March 18, 2018, at 10:00am, the United Methodist Women of Gethsemane United Methodist Church will hold our annual Women’s Day Celebration. This year’s theme is Bold and...
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This Week at Gethsemane – March 7
Upcoming events and activities at Gethsemane United Methodist Church during Wednesday, March 7 – Tuesday, March 13. WEDNESDAY The Word on Wednesday with Pastor Ron The Word on Wednesday is Gethsemane’s Mid-Week interactive and engaging worship service and Bible Study. All are welcomed to attend on Wednesdays at 7:00pm. THURSDAY There are no events or activities scheduled...