Discipleship Opportunities

The Baltimore-Washington Conference offers a number of opportunities for learning and growing in faith and discipleship. Scroll down this list of some of the offerings to put your faith into action.

    • CAMP JOY: offers youth a hands-on mission experience in the Appalachian region of Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, where participants serve communities impacted by rural poverty through home repair and meaningful relationship-building. Taking place July 12–18, this immersive week helps youth see how faith and service intersect while making a real difference. Learn more in the full flyer.

    • Monthly yard sales: Monthly yard sales will begin on Saturday April 4, 8am-2pm and the first Saturday of each month through October at Liberty Grove UMC.  No registration is required. Bring a table and set up as early as 7am.

      • Form I-9 Training Webinar: The General Council on Finance and Administration (GCFA) will host a Form I-9 Training Webinar on Aug. 12 for supervisors, managers, and administrative staff responsible for completing employment eligibility verification. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance on the I-9 process, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and gain practical tools to help ensure compliance. Learn more and register.

      • Celebrate 50 years of Stephen Ministries: Celebrate 50 years of Stephen Ministries at a special one-day Celebration and Learning Event on Saturday, Aug. 15, in the Washington, D.C., area. Whether you're involved in Stephen Ministry or simply have a heart for caring for others, you'll be inspired by presentations on empathy, grief, mental health, and Christ-centered caregiving. Learn more and register.

      •  Certified Advocate Development Program: The General Board of Church and Society is launching a new cohort-based training to equip United Methodists for faith-based legislative and policy advocacy. This inaugural U.S. cohort runs September 3–December 3, 2026 (online), combining self-paced coursework with monthly live sessions. Graduates join a network of Certified Advocates working directly with GBCS on policy engagement. Registration closes August 21, 2026. Register here

      • Bus Trip to Myrtle Beach SC : St. Matthews New Life UMC is having a bus trip to Myrtle Beach SC in September 14 to 18, 2026. Roundtrip from SMNL UMC Baltimore to Myrtle Beach. 4 Nights Lodging 4 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners. Enjoy theater shows and beach walks. More information.

      • Blood Drive: Help save lives by donating blood! Join the American Red Cross Project SPIRIT Sickle Cell and Gaithersburg Grace UMC Blood Drive on Friday, September 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church Social Hall in Gaithersburg. Schedule your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org using sponsor code GRACEUMC or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Every donation makes a difference!

      • Bible Study: Cecil Memorial UMC, 15 Parole Street, Annapolis, MD, hosts an in-person Bible study every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are encouraged to join.

      • Sight & Sound Theatre - “Joshua”: Trip on October 8, 2026, Thursday, Sight and Sound Theatre, "Joshua" Benefit Sollers UMC, 1219 Wrighton Road, Lothian, MD 20711, Cost $195.00 per person contact person Earlene McClain

      • 200th anniversary: Wesleyan Chapel UMC in Aberdeen will be celebrating its 200th anniversary on October 18th, 2026.

      • Winter Fair: Join us for Emory UMC's 1st Annual Winter Fair on Saturday, November 7, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at 911 Cherry Hill Rd., Street, MD 21154. Enjoy shopping, games, food, kids' crafts, baked goodies, hot cocoa, music, fellowship, and photos with Santa (pets welcome, too!). Rain or shine. Interested in being a vendor? Email for more information. Everyone is welcome!

      • Do No Harm virtual conference: on Nov. 12-14. The conference is designed to equip individuals and churches for the urgent work of preventing sexual harm and fostering trauma-informed care. Ashley Judd and Rachael Denhollander will headline the event, alongside several United Methodist bishops, an experienced slate of advocates, mental health practitioners, scholars, and church leaders. Learn more and register.