We welcomed 50 participants in February to a bystander intervention training where church members and community members learned how to de-escalate situations of conflict and how to stand with vulnerable people in difficult situations. Thanks to all who came out to learn these important skills that help make all of God’s children and our communities […]
Our confirmands began their work for the semester in January and I invite you to pray for and with them as they go through this journey. We are part way through our meetings and it is such a gift to see them putting together their vision of faith and asking the questions that come from […]
We had a great time at the ROCK retreat this year. Late nights, junk food, some mandatory vegetables, and lotsa Jesus talk. These kiddos take the love of Jesus seriously, y’all and have their own ideas about the Kingdom of God. Be proud! I am.
On Sunday, June 3 the following statement was read in worship: This past week, the Baltimore Washington Annual Conference held its annual meeting in Baltimore. Rev. Angela, Rev. Michele, Rev. Katherine, Rev. Evelyn were all present as voting clergy members and Suzanne and Bob Browning were present to represent SSUMC as voting lay members to […]
Please join us for special services this week! Maundy Thursday: meal at 6:45pm (Fellowship Hall) and service at 7:30pm (Chapel). There will be opportunities to reflect on the story of the Last Supper and to share communion together. Good Friday: Brahms Requiem with Scripture readings and prayer at 7:30. Easter Sunday: 6:30am – Sunrise communion […]
The Winter edition of the Messenger newsletter is here. Download it now! Included in this edition is: Learn about Lenten & Easter Opportunities this Year Meet Our New Director of Operations, Andrew Kirkland Support the Silent Auction and Potluck Fundraiser Get an Update about the Four Corners Mission and Outreach Center Read about Volunteering for Vacation […]
On February 13, the Board of Education of Montgomery County Public Schools will hold a public hearing and take tentative action on the proposed operating budget. This budget includes a dramatic cut in the Equity Initiatives Unit (EIU). You can read more about the EIU’s important work here: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/clusteradmin/equity/ You can read more about the Study Circles […]
For many years reconciling UMCs like ours have fought to change the harmful language in the Book of Discipline of the UMC. We continue the fight for full inclusion of our LGBTQIA+ siblings in Christ–in ordination, in marriage, and in general principle as beloved children of God. Right now there is a special commission called […]
Hello, Silver Spring United Methodist Church! I’m Rev. Angela Flanagan and what a privilege it is to be your new lead pastor! I am so looking forward to getting to know you and your stories and to set to work together discerning all that God has in store for us in ministry here in Silver […]
In this edition: Saying Goodbye and Hello to Our Pastors By Rev. Rachel Cornwell, Lead Pastor, and John Taylor, SPRC Member of the Administrative Board BSSUMC’s Pastoral Change – Your Questions Answered Summer Worship Opportunities Recognizing Promotions & Graduations Community Easter Event Photos Four Corners Mission & Outreach Update Reflections on Screenagers “Reaching Up, Reaching […]