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Ebenezer A.M.E. Church

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Join us for Sunday worship at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday Virtual Bible Study at 7:00 p.m., and other events throughout the week!  

 

Resources for furloughed federal employees

Recent Worship Services

Sunday Sermon

“Boots on the Ground!”

Pastor Grainger Browning, Jr.

Sunday Sermon

“Therefore: Stand Firm!”

Pastor Jo ANN Browning

Important update regarding today's food gift card giveaway

Ebenezer AME has and will always work to meet the needs of our community. Today, we are providing support to assist federal workers impacted by the most recent government furlough through a gift card giveaway (as we have done throughout COVID and previous government shut downs). Please note that a limited number of food gift cards are available on a first come, first serve basis. Supplies are limited. We will continue to work to do all we can to assist in the coming weeks and months.

Stay Connected

Text COURAGE to 54244 to opt in for regular updates on available resources and assistance opportunities.

Donate to support furloughed workers

Go to ebenezerame.org and click on GIVE. Select "Fed Govt Shutdown" when giving.

Resources Listed at EbenezerAME.org:

  • Capitol Area Food Bank – Providing food support to individuals and families in need.
  • Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) – Members with established accounts and direct deposit may qualify for cash advances during the furlough period.
  • Truist Bank – Customers with direct deposit accounts may also be eligible for cash advances for the immediate future.
  • Utility Assistance (Maryland) – With a letter from your employer confirming furlough status, utility companies in Maryland are not interrupting services.
  • Mortgage Assistance – With a furlough verification letter, mortgage companies may move the current month’s payment to the end of the loan term without penalty.

Government Resources and Updates

Additional Community Resources

  • Office of People’s Counsel – A public law office representing residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C., that can assist with utility interruption issues.
  • Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services (LARS) – Provides food and financial assistance to low-income and homeless individuals and families in northern Prince George’s County, including Laurel, Greenbelt, Beltsville, Berwyn Heights, Adelphi, Bladensburg, Hyattsville, and Riverdale.
    • Requirements: Name, email address, phone number, and ID.
    • Hours:
      • Pantry open Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
      • Evening hours Monday, 5:00–7:30 p.m.
      • Fresh Produce Fridays begin at 9:30 a.m. (until supplies last).

Support for Families

School Meal Assistance: Breakfast and lunch programs are available for children of furloughed employees attending public schools. Please provide the child’s name and school information to access this support.

Our Commitment

Ebenezer AME Church continues to partner with local, state, and federal officials to identify and provide additional resources and support for furloughed workers and their families.

7707 Allentown Road
Fort Washington, Maryland 20744
Phone: (301) 248-8833
Hotline: (301) 248-9850

Virtual Services Help Desk: (301) 298-8704 or helpdesk@ebenezerame.org

Service Times

Worship Services (on-site and virtual)
Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
Bible Study (Virtual)
Wednesdays @ 7:00 p.m.