Save the Date!
Sundays
10:00am
In-Person Worship
Join us each Sunday morning for in-person Worship. Please use the sanctuary entrance that faces Stockley Gardens.
*COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (Updated March 23, 2022), for all in-person Ghent UMC happenings, is detailed in the bottom block.
Sundays
10:00am
Sunday Worship Details
Come as you are and join us in-person, each Sunday at 10am for worship and fellowship.
Bring the children! We have a special message for your children and grandchildren during Worship. And after they hear the Children’s Message, they can stay in the sanctuary OR go to Children’s Church. There will be an age appropriate Bible lesson from the Grow Kids Curriculum, craft and activities.
You can watch previous services and videos on our Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Ghent UMC is licensed to stream our FB Live worship services through CCLI #20175590 and One License A-727358.
1st Sundays
10:00am
Holy Communion
Join us on first Sundays for Worship Service when we celebrate Holy Communion! We use pre-packaged cups and wafers and have gluten-free options, as well.
Sunday
May 5
4:30pm
Get Messy on May 5th
Update your calendar! May’s Messy Church at Ghent fun will be the 1st Sunday in May and not the 2nd Sunday. We moved it because Mother’s Day is on the 2nd Sunday. (By the way, write that date down, too.)
On Sunday, May 5th, at 4:30pm, we will have the activities for all-ages that you have come to expect. But, in May it will all be outside, if the weather cooperates. This Messy Session is filled with activities that celebrate cultures from around the world.
* Messy Church is a DIFFERENT kind of church! It typically includes a welcome, creative time to explore the Biblical theme through “getting messy” with crafts and activities; a short interactive celebration time involving a story, prayer, and music; and a sit-down meal together at tables. The entire experience is designed for people of ALL AGES! Take a look at our Facebook group page to see previous events.
Sunday
Weekly
9:00am
Adult Sunday Bible Discussion
Weekly, in-person*, discussions are Sundays, 9 – 9:45am. Meet in the back of the sanctuary. If needed, use the new ramp to the front porch. Please enter through the Stockley Gardens doors. We will maintain safe social distancing to accommodate those with and without COVID vaccines.
This group reviews the Bible using the Standard Lesson Quarterly series.
If you are interested, email Peter Griffin.
Thursday
Weekly
8:00pm
Read with Rev. Ry
Sundays
10:00am
Want to Sing or play?
If you would like to sing with us on Sundays, let our Music Director know.
There are also musical opportunities, if you want to play an instrument. The Gathering Jam Band meets 15 minutes before the service on the second Sundays and plays through the service that day. We also provide the music for Messy Church services. If you don’t play an instrument, come out and play the maracas or other hand percussion. Let Nellwyn Beamon know if you have any questions.
Once
Monthly
7:30pm
Ghent Inspire Book Group
Book Group is on hiatus so everyone can join Rev. Ry’s book study. (See other block.)
Join us for fellowship and a discussion of our chosen book. Ghent Inspire Book Club meets one Monday each month at 7:30pm. These hybrid meetings are in person* and on Zoom. All are welcome to join the meeting for fellowship, whether or not you have read the book.
Updated
March 2022
Covid-19 Mitigation Plan
*COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (Updated March 23, 2022) – For all in-person Ghent UMC Happenings:
Remember that our call is to love our neighbors and to do no harm. The VA UMC recommends that everyone, who is eligible, be vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus.
- For everyone, whether vaccinated or not, wearing face masks is currently optional; although children under 2 years of age should not wear a mask.
- At least 6 feet of physical distancing must be maintained by everyone (we understand this may not be possible for children), except for those who are in the same household group. Hugs and handshakes are not allowed.
- All are required to stay home when sick. After 5 days of quarantining, you are to wear a fitted mask for 5 additional days when around others.
- Lastly, we ask everyone to self-check in at each entrance with our Health Acknowledgement Poster. To read the poster, click here.