I am about to do a new thing: Now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? – Isaiah 43:19a Dear People of God at Bethesda United Methodist Church, As we begin this journey together as pastor and people, I ask for your prayers. Whatever God chooses to reveal and accomplish through the movement of…
Enhance Your Easter Celebration with Vibrant Flowers Why Choose Easter Flowers? Are you looking to add a touch of natural beauty to your Easter celebrations this year? Flowers are a timeless symbol of renewal and joy, and they can help create a festive atmosphere in both community spaces and homes. Our selection of Easter flowers…
The Unexpected Christmas From December 1 – 24, we welcome you to partake in a heartfelt voyage — our annual Advent devotional. This year, it brims with poignant reflections from fellow congregants and church staff, recounting unexpected Christmas moments and illuminating how they discovered the true essence of Christmas during those times. Every week, we’ll…
The support group for families living with dementia has been meeting monthly since March. We all find Bethesda United Methodist Church (BUMC) to be an incredibly supportive congregation, and yet we know that having a conversation with someone who is living with a person affected by dementia can be uncomfortable. Thus, we would like to…
Let’s walk together for Hunger Ministries at BUMC and make a lasting impact! Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024 Time: Show up any time between 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Location: C&O Canal National Historical Park Meeting Place: The largest NPS parking lot across from Old Anglers Inn, north of the bend on MacArthur Blvd. Duration:…
As the summer season unfolds and many embark on their travel adventures, we invite you to join us for a transformative journey through our new sermon series, “The Awakened Traveler” starting on July 14. This series draws inspiration from key biblical passages—Exodus 13:17-21, John 4:7-40, Revelation 21:22-26, and John 15:1-17—guiding us to deepen our faith…
On Sunday, June 2, 2024, a fresh wind of the Spirit blew through our sanctuary in a spectactular service in which twelve talented, articulate, confident young people were confirmed into the Church and made members of Bethesda United Methodist Church. Thanks to Julio Da Silva for the photos in this animated presentation.
On the opening day of the postponed 2020 General Conference in Charlotte, NC, 751 out of 862 allotted delegates were registered and present. During the opening worship of The General Conference, Bishop Thomas Bickerton, the President of the Council of Bishops, challenged the delegates to work towards “reclaiming, reviving and renewing” the United Methodist Church…
