Sister Viola Gloria Holmes

Beloved Wife of Brother Melvin Holmes,
Beloved Mother of Jeanine (Howard) Winchester
Jamilla Holmes, Stepson Jay Holmes
Grandmother of Celeste Holmes Tate, Marcel Holmes Cheatham,
Halle Winchester, Krystal and Kalin Holmes

Memorial Service
Thursday April 3,2025

Wake 10:30 am

Service 11:00 am
Union Bethel AME Church
8615 Church Lane  - Randallstown Maryland 21133

Brother Michael Andrew Smith

Beloved Husband of Sister Rochester Smith
Beloved Father of Sister Carla Tucker and Brother Darrell Smith

Public Viewing
Tuesday April 8,2025 Wake from 4:00-7:00 pm
Howell Funeral Home
4600 Liberty Heights Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21207

Homegoing Service
Wednesday April 9, 2025

Wake 10:30 •  Service 11:00 am
Union Bethel AME Church
8615 Church Lane

Randallstown , Maryland 21133

Interment
Crest Lawn Memorial Gardens
2150 Mt View Road
Marriottsville, Maryland 21104

Union Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
"Relate, Rescue, Recharge"

Reverend Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr., Pastor

8615 Church Lane • Randallstown, MD  21133 • P: 410.922.3286 | F: 410.922.3299

Email: wearefamily@unionbethelamec.org

Please note that the 12pm and 7pm sessions of Pastor Edmonds' Virtual Wednesday Bible studies will not meet on Wednesday, April 2 or Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

We will resume both sessions on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Virtual 4th Quarterly Conference
Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 3pm ET

Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Weaver, Presiding Elder, Potomac District

Rev. Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr., Pastor

Please join the Union Bethel Church Family on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 10am. We are located at 8615 Church Lane, Randallstown, MD 21133

"All Hail the Power of Jesus Name!"

Good Friday, April 18, 2025 - 7pm

Union Bethel AME Church

8615 Church Lane - Randallstown, MD 21133
View Virtually: www.unionbethelamechurch.org
View Virtually: www.facebook.com/unionbethelrandallstown

The Seven Last Words from the Cross

1st Word Rev. Douglas Evans, Sr.
2nd Word Rev. Dr. Diane Johnson • 3rd Word Rev. Alicia Hudnall
4th Word Rev. Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr. • 5th Word Rev. Rowena White
6th Word Rev. Garland Owens • 7th Word Rev. Roxanne Parson

Egg hunt, Food, Crafts, and Games!

For youth of all ages!

Please register in advance by scanning the QR Code on the flyer announcement. See you April 19th at 12pm!!

The grave could not hold him. Tears of sorrow have become tears of joy. We speak life!

We speak life to those who grieved in isolation. We declare liberation to those who are shackled by fear of the invisible. We proclaim justice, as we work to receive it.

We announce health of body, mind and spirit forever. Because He lives, life is awesome and eternal. With happy souls, we praise God!

7th Session of the Washington Annual Conference

Wednesday, April 23-Friday, April 25, 2025

Reid Temple AME Church

11400 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, MD 20769

WMS Annual Convention & "Night in White"

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Reid Temple AME Church

11400 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, MD 20769

About the Union Bethel Community Outreach Scholarship Program

1. Application Packet has been sent to each school's Counseling & Career Office.
2. Each school office will select 5 top applicants
3. The UB Scholarship Committee will select 3 from the top 5.
4. We will award 3 scholarships to each school.

Application Deadline is April 30th

2025 Scholarship Application:

https://forms.gle/HyEBdouPAWFvEZam6

Applications Accepted: March 3-April 20, 2025

The Union Bethel Scholarship Committee provides financial assistance and motivates our church students to pursue higher education. The committee acts as a resource for exploring sources of funding.

Eligibility: Students graduating from high school and who will be enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited college or vocational school are eligible to apply for a scholarship. The student and/or his/her parents/guardian must be a member of Union Bethel A.M.E. Church, Randallstown, MD.

Lenten Season 2025

"Courage, Commitment and Confidence to Serve Jesus"
St. Mark 10:45

Ash Wednesday
March 5, 2025 - 7:00 p.m.
Falls Road*2145 Pine Avenue* Windsor Mill, MD 21244
Preacher: Rev. Douglas B. Evans, Sr. Psalm 51:1-10
Pastor, Star of Bethlehem A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: www.fallsroadamechurch.org
View Virtually: https://m.facebook.com/fallsroadame

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Falls Road*2145 Pine Avenue* Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(Hosted by Mt. Gilboa)
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Diane Johnson, Pastor Matthew 16:24-27
Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: www.fallsroadamechurch.org
View Virtually: https://m.facebook.com/fallsroadame

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Falls Road*2145 Pine Avenue* Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(Hosted by Campfield)
Preacher: Rev. Roxanne Parson, Pastor Matthew 18:21-29
Davis Memorial A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: www.fallsroadamechurch.org
View Virtually: https://m.facebook.com/fallsroadame

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant * 235 Tollgate Road * Owings Mills, MD 21117
Preacher: Rev. Alicia Hudnall, Pastor Matthew 20:20-28
Cowdensville A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83813193199?
Meeting ID: 838 1319 3199 Passcode: 671265
Matthew 20:20-28

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant * 235 Tollgate Road * Owings Mills, MD 21117
(Hosted by Star of Bethlehem)
Preacher: Rev. Rowena White, Pastor Matthew 26:6-13
Campfield A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83813193199?
Meeting ID: 838 1319 3199 Passcode: 671265

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant * 235 Tollgate Road * Owings Mills, MD 21117
(Hosted by Davis Memorial)
Rev. Dr. Marlene Mitchell, Pastor Matthew 26:36-41
Falls Road A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83813193199?
Meeting ID: 838 1319 3199 Passcode: 671265

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Union Bethel * 8615 Church Lane * Randallstown, MD 21133
(Hosted by Cowdensville)
Preacher: Rev. Garland Owens, Pastor Matthew 26:69-75
Mt. Gilboa A.M.E. Church
View Virtually: www.unionbethelamechurch.org
View Virtually: www.facebook.com/unionbethelrandallstown

Good Friday, April 18, 2025

Union Bethel AME Church

8615 Church Lane - Randallstown, MD 21133
View Virtually: www.unionbethelamechurch.org
View Virtually: www.facebook.com/unionbethelrandallstown

The Seven Last Words from the Cross

1st Word Rev. Douglas Evans, Sr.
2nd Word Rev. Dr. Diane Johnson • 3rd Word Rev. Alicia Hudnall
4th Word Rev. Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr. • 5th Word Rev. Rowena White
6th Word Rev. Garland Owens • 7th Word Rev. Roxanne Parson

"Be Empowered to be Kind"

“The 40-day journey of Jesus to the cross teaches us about love, relationship and sacrifice. What a kind act God performed in giving His Son to redeem us! During this 2025 Lenten Season I challenge you to an act of kindness each day. Each day exercise an act of kindness to family, friends and enemies.” --   Pastor Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr.

Please read this important and compelling letter from Bishop Reginald T. Jackson regarding the Boycott of Target

Our next indoor Food Give-A-Way: Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 10am to 12pm (while supplies last).

Please Note: If there is inclement weather, the Food Giveaway will be cancelled. If you are in need of food, please contact the Good Samaritan Food Pantry at 410-655-7125 to make an appointment. 

• Please bring your own bags. Union Bethel Food Giveaways will be the 1st Saturday of each month! Community free food event!  Masks are optional.
• We are located at 8615 Church Lane - Randallstown, MD 21133
  Ample free parking in rear of church.

If  you are unable to attend a Saturday Free Food Giveaway:

Email Us: foodpantry@unionbethelamec.org Or Call the Union Bethel Food Pantry at 410-655-7125 and arrangements will be made for an appointment at the Food Pantry.

Union Bethel Food Pantry Food Giveaways are in partnership with the Maryland Food Bank. The Union Bethel Food Giveaway is a caring community of volunteers who serve our church families and community with free nutritious food. We are committed to providing food at no cost on the first Saturday of the month.

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Ephesians 6:16

NEW START TIME! 8:00am each Saturday 

Click Here to Join Zoom Men's Bible Study

Zoom Meeting ID: 814 4761 5578 - Zoom Passcode: 533771

Reminder for all parents and guardians!

What is G.I.F.T? Union Bethel announces a new Sunday gathering for youth that shares Christian values, faith, and teachings in a relatable, age-appropriate, safe and encouraging environment.

G.I.F.T. students will gather on the 3rd & 4th Sunday of each month following offering

Bring a Friend!

8615 Church Lane, Randallstown, MD 21133

Rev. Raymond F. Edmonds, Jr., Pastor

Join the Union Bethel Church Family weekdays at 8am for prayer, scripture, a word of encouragement and a morning benediction from Pastor Edmonds.

Call-In Meditation Line: 978-990-5000 • Access Code: 259838#

"It's a Matter of Faith"

Two Sessions: Each Wednesday at 12Noon and 7pm ET

Join with Zoom 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85954118817?pwd=OWNoQlZ5VFI3d3pqMUQ3MTh2N2JQdz09#success

Meeting ID: 859 5411 8817 | Passcode: 203184

 Or Dial by your location

+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) OR

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

Join Us Via Zoom:

Meeting ID: 850 2972 9384 - Passcode: 964789

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85029729384?pwd=a0NoT0orTm1KaFVjU1pvVUpnRUJSQT09

“The Purposed Woman” will engage women of every background during a purposeful journey to victorious living. The powerful revelations in this book will bring meaning and fulfillment to your life.”  -- Hope D. Blackwell

Women’s Book Study

Begins Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 9:00 am

Thereafter, every 2nd Saturday of each month at 9:00 am

With Rev. Jerri Edmonds

Two Purchase Options:

Amazon or Other Online Book Vendor

OR In-Person After Worship Services

Cost is $15.00 Per Book

Virtual Wednesday in the Word with Pastor Edmonds

“It’s a Matter of Faith”

• Every Wednesday
• Beginning Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at both 12pm and 7pm
• Join with Zoom
• https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81447615578?pwd=eStrK2pKQzdMbHVFMUp5MUt5OVBJUT09#success 
  • Meeting ID: 859 5411 8817
  • Passcode: 203184
  • Dial by your location
    • 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) OR
    • 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

Virtual Men’s Bible Study

• Every Saturday
• Beginning Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 9am
• Zoom Meeting ID: 814 4761 5578 • Passcode: 533771
• https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81447615578?pwd=eStrK2pKQzdMbHVFMUp5MUt5OVBJUT09#success

Women’s Ministry Book Study

Virtual Only

• The 2nd Saturday of Each Month
• Beginning Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 9am
• Zoom Meeting ID: 850 2972 9384 • Passcode: 964789
• https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81447615578?pwd=eStrK2pKQzdMbHVFMUp5MUt5OVBJUT09#success

Morning Meditations

Each Weekday

• Beginning Monday, September 9, 2024 at 8am
• CALL-IN ONLY: 978-990-5000 • Passcode is 259838#