Brandywine-Aquasco
By Audrey Johnson, 301-922-5384
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Anniversary Banquet will be held at Indian Head Pavilion 100 Walter Thomas Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640, Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 2–6 p.m. Anniversary Celebration will be held Sunday, October 11, 2026, 3 p.m. at Alexandria Chapel United Methodist Church 5605 Chicamuxen Road, Indian Head, Maryland 20640. Pastor: Nurbert A. Hughes. Guest Speaker Pastor William A. Coates.
NOTTINGHAM MYERS CHURCH HISTORY CONT’D
In 2006 much of the time was spent complying with the Prince George’s County pre-application process. In light of the long, pre-application permit process and to mark five years since the fire, a “Ceremonial” Groundbreaking Service was held on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2006. After much frustration with the permit granting process and the completion of many tasks conveyed by the Fire Department Engineers of Prince George’s County, a building permit was granted on March 2, 2007. We broke ground in June 2007 and laid the cornerstone in November 2007 in a ceremony conducted by Beehive Lodge of the Prince Hall Masons. Rev. Austin formed a non-profit organization, the South County Outreach Ministries, Inc., to oversee the management and care of the new church hall. The sudden death of our beloved pastor, Rev. Thomas Austin, III (October 2008), took a great toll on the church and its building activities.
With the arrival of our new pastor, Rev. Daryl Williams in 2009, we still had major groundwork to complete. During this period, one of our members, Oliver Myers,
was made aware of a Maryland State grant opportunity that was provided to a neighboring church. Mr. Myers brought this grant concept to the attention of the Church Council, and a committee was formed, chaired by Thomas Contee, to pursue a grant to finance the completion of the unfinished work. We were successful, with the help of our local state Delegate, James Proctor, in obtaining a grant from the Maryland State Senate and the House of Representatives.
In April 2011 we became part of a Cooperative Parish along with Christ United Methodist Church of Aquasco, Maryland. The launch date of the Cooperative Parish was July 1, 2011; this shield ministry began ministering under the name of New Hope Fellowship. Under the leadership of Rev. Williams and blessings of our Creator, the “Family Life Center” was consecrated on Sunday, March 3, 2013.
150th ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Baden Parish, located at 13801 Baden Westwood Road celebrates its 150th Anniversary Homecoming on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. The celebration will be held at the church. The anniversary worship service will feature The Reverend Rachelle Sam of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington as the guest speaker. The theme for the celebration is “The Spirit of the Lord Is Here,” recognizing God’s faithfulness throughout the church’s 150-year history and looking ahead with hope. Following the worship service, guests are invited to enjoy a light luncheon and fellowship. Each year, Homecoming at St. Philip’s is more than a reunion, it is a celebration of faith, family, and legacy. Members, former members, friends, and the surrounding community gather to reconnect with one another while honoring the vision, perseverance, and sacrifices of the church’s founders. Their steadfast faith established a foundation that continues to inspire generations to worship, share, and serve share God’s love. Everyone is warmly welcome to attend this historic milestone. Bring your family, invite a friend, and join us as we celebrate 150 years of God’s grace and the rich heritage of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Baden Parish.
A COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER
A Community Fundraiser. A Crab Feast all-you-can-eat sponsored by Peter A. Gross Sr. Scholarship October 11, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $75, children 12 and under $35. Advance Purchased Tickets Only. No tickets will be sold at door. Menu: Fried Chicken, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cob, String Beans, Tea, Lemonade. Ticket Contacts: Shirley Cleaves 302-690-4260, Vivian Rich 804-301-9530, Michele Chase 240-882-3369. Cash or Cash app: $PAGScholarship. The event will be held at St. Philip’s Church Hall, 13801 Baden Westwood Road, Brandywine, Maryland.
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Happy Birthday to Ayden Bell, Osayi Omoregbe, Chidinma Mbakwe, Mariama Davies, Ronald Jones, Pam Stahl, Donna Cain, Norman Noel, Alexis Proctor, Elijah P. Knight, Kirk Samuel, Beonie Pearson, Idena Thomas, Karen Taylor, Curt Falby, Annie Cokes, James Dorsett, IV, Kizzy Savoy, Umaru Davies, Rebecca Mosley, and Vincent Cooke who are members of Clinton United Methodist Church in Clinton, Maryland celebrating birthdays in September. Enjoy your special day and I hope that you will have many more birthday celebrations.
SEPTEMBER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to Franklyn and Joyce Isaac, Jose and Daphne Rojas, Norville and Deserae Hughes, Ted and Rebecca Mosley, Shelton and Melaina (PASTOR) Trice, Owen and Audrey Johnson who are celebrating Wedding Anniversaries in September. I hope that everyone will have a beautiful wedding celebration.
SAVE THE DATE
“Clinton United Methodist Church Women in Faith, Sunday, November 15, 2026. Also, we are sponsoring the Two River District Annual Celebration on Sunday, October 10, 2026, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.” President Doris Mackall
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