Canned Food Drive
Please join the Diaconate in supporting the underprivileged in Howard County by donating canned goods and personal supplies to Columbia Community Care.
Starting Sunday, March 8 our church is hosting a canned food drive for the month of March to assist families and individuals in need in the broader community. We are partnering with Columbia Community Care’s food pantry in this endeavor.
You can give through Columbia Community Care's Amazon Wishlist or bring canned/dry goods to church. There are donation boxes outside the front doors next to the Canned Food Drive table.
Most needed items:
Peanut butter
Ramen noodles
Beans that have protein (kidney beans, black beans etc)
Canned protein (tuna, spam etc)
Canned tomatoes
Macaroni & cheese boxes
Ready to eat meals
Ladies Night Out
Please join us on Monday, March 23 at 6 pm for our monthly Ladies Night Out.
This time, we will be meeting at Mission BBQ (3410 Plumtree Drive, Ellicott City).
Easter Egg Hunt
Our Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, March 28th from 10am (egg hunts start promptly at 10:30AM!) for kids toddler age through 5th grade. We’ll gather behind the church building in the parking lot near the soccer field and fire pit, and in the upstairs fellowship hall area.
Make sure to bring your own basket to gather eggs!
Invite your friends, family and neighbors!
This event is free and will include the egg hunts, games, crafts, face painting, and more!
Rain or shine, we hope you will join us!
Good Friday Service
Our Good Friday service is one of reflection and remembrance as we consider Jesus’ last moments before His death on the cross. Held in the Chapel on the 2nd floor on Friday, April 3rd.
Easter Services
We are looking forward to celebrating Easter with you!
Join us in person at 9:00AM or 10:30AM for Easter Worship! You can also watch online at10:30AM at live.chapelgate.org
Childcare is available for ages 5 and under at both services. Elementary-aged children are invited to attend the worship service with their families. Activity books will be available in the lobby.
Authentic Humanity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
What does it mean to be human in an age where artificial intelligence calls into question our roles in the workplace, in the classroom, and even in relationships?
Join us for Authentic Humanity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, the 2026 edition of our Gospel in Context series, as we grapple with these questions and what it means to be authentically human in a culture increasingly driven by artificial intelligence.
Cost: $45
Includes breakfast and lunch. Registration deadline is April 11th.
Rebuilding Together
Our Rebuilding Together home project is on Saturday, April 25 in Howard County.
Details will be presented on Sunday, April 12 in the Fellowship Hall, immediately following the 10:30AM worship service.
Please join us for a brief presentation and a light lunch.
Our Team Captain this year is Chris Stanley. Skilled and unskilled laborers are needed.
Vacation Bible School 2026
Mark your calendars!
Join us July 20–24 from 9:00am–12:30pm for Illumination Station, where kids will discover how Jesus is the Light of the World through hands-on fun, music, games, crafts, and Bible adventures.
This year, we’re excited to offer a FULL preschool program for children ages 3–5 (potty-trained and not yet in kindergarten)!
To register and find more information, click below!
Spring Sunday School Classes
We will be offering 5 classes this fall; Discovery Class, a women’s study on 1 Corinthians, a co-ed study in 1st and 2nd Samuel “Thy Kingdom Come”, a study on prayer, and our Generations Class.
Young Adults Game Night
The Young Adult group is hosting a Game Night on Sunday, March 1st at 7pm at a local home.
If you are post-college to early 30s, we would love to see you there!
Contact Anna French for more information.
Urban Air with Breakaway and Kairo
Our middle and high school ministries, Kairo and Breakaway, will be traveling to Urban Air in Frederick on Saturday, February 28th. Join us for a fun night of laser tag, bumper cars, trampolines, obstacle courses, go karts, zip lines, a warrior course, and trampoline dodgeball!
All activities as well as transportation and socks are included in the event cost.
Students should bring extra money for food and drink.
Arrive to the church by 4PM.
Cost is $45. Sign up, fill out waiver, and pay below.
Ash Wednesday
Ashes will be available this Wednesday, February 18th, as we mark the beginning of the Lenten season. Pastors will be outside the front of the church throughout the day to pray with you and to put ashes on your forehead (if you want them) — as a meaningful reminder of our mortality and the hope we have in Jesus’ victory over the grave. You will also be able to pick up a copy of the first week of our Lent Prayer Guide.
First Slot: 6:30AM-8:30AM
Second Slot: 11:00AM-1:00PM
Third Slot: 5:00PM-7:00PM
Metro Baltimore Seminary Info Session
Have you ever wanted to go deeper in understanding your faith, spend focused time studying the Bible, and connect with others who can sharpen your beliefs? A seminary degree may be just what you are looking for. Metro Baltimore Seminary has made seminary accessible, accredited, and affordable.
Join us in the Office Gathering Room on Sunday, February 15th right after church to learn more about MBS and how it might be right for you! Lunch is provided, but please sign up using the link below so we know how many to expect.
Crafts & Cocoa - Family Valentine's Event
Join us for a sweet Valentine’s Day celebration with Chapelgate Kids!
On Saturday, February 14 at 10:00 AM, families with children 5th grade and younger are invited to gather in the Fellowship Hall as we celebrate God’s great love for us.
Families will enjoy a special book reading, a cozy hot cocoa bar, crafts and activities, and a Bible Buddy Adoption—a meaningful way for kids to take home a reminder of God’s love.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Congregational Meeting
The Session has called a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, January 25, 2026 immediately after the worship service for the purpose of electing officers and deaconesses (click below to read their bios), and to present financial reports. Snow date is February 1, 2026.
Ladies Night Out
Ladies Night Out at Basta Pasta in Eldersburg. Please contact mbianco@chapelgate.org to RSVP and get more info!
Tech Sunday
Do you need help with your laptop, tablet, or smartphone?
Are you still trying to figure out what app 'whatsapp' is?
Find yourself struggling with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections?
Still printing directions off MapQuest before road trips?
Keeping up with technology can be intimidating and feel overwhelming, but we're here to help!
On Sunday morning January 4 from 9:00AM-10:15AM we will have a small team available in room 213.
The team is ready to help you troubleshoot basic tech issues and provide assistance and education to help you be more confident (and hopefully more competent) using your device.
Baby Bottle Fundraising Campaign
Thank you for helping the Pregnancy Center serve women, men, and babies throughout Maryland and surrounding areas. The Center provides free pregnancy testing, sonograms, education, recovery classes, baby supplies, and more – all with the love of Christ.
Pick up and return baby bottles to church lobby through 25 January.
Please make checks payable to: Columbia Pregnancy Center.
You can donate online below
Christmas Eve Later Service
We are thrilled to be hosting our Christmas Eve services in-person and online this year!
Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, sing carols, and close our worship service by candlelight. There will be childcare provided at 6pm only.
The 6pm service will be live-streamed at live.chapelgate.org
First Service - 6:00PM - This year for the 6:00pm Christmas Eve service Sunbeams will provide childcare for birth to age 5 in room 121 with age appropriate play, a retelling of the Christmas story, a simple craft, and a battery candle lit singing of Christmas songs. If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering please contact Gina Spriesterbach. (gina@chapelgate.org)
Second Service - 8pm
Christmas Eve Early Service
We are thrilled to be hosting our Christmas Eve services in-person and online this year!
Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, sing carols, and close our worship service by candlelight. There will be childcare provided at 6pm only.
The 6pm service will be live-streamed at live.chapelgate.org
First Service - 6:00PM - This year for the 6:00pm Christmas Eve service Sunbeams will provide childcare for birth to age 5 in room 121 with age appropriate play, a retelling of the Christmas story, a simple craft, and a battery candle lit singing of Christmas songs. If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering please contact Gina Spriesterbach. (gina@chapelgate.org)
Second Service - 8pm
Thrive Christmas Present Wrapping Party
Please join us as we wrap gifts for the children of residents of Helping Up Mission.
We will meet at 9AM in the fellowship hall at chapelgate.
Bring scissors and a small food item to share if possible!
First Night
Join us on the first Sunday of Advent for a special service to start the season.
First Night is an evening of Christmas carols, readings, and fellowship for the whole family. We will welcome in the Advent season together by taking a journey through the story of redemption, told by children and adults alike.
After a short service, there will be homemade cookies, cocoa, and coffee as we end the night enjoying each other’s company.
Advent Sunday School Classes
Sunday, November 30th, starts our Christmas Sunday School Classes which will run November 30th - December 14th. (There will be no classes or communities on December 21st or 28th).
Walk Through Advent - is designed to accompany our 2025 Advent Guide, which will be available this Sunday. The class will be a deep dive into the Christmas Story, featuring teaching, discussion, prayer, food, and fun. The class will be led by Dan Passerelli, Judie Puckett, and me. We will meet at 9:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. During our time, we will have light pastries, bagels, and muffins from Panera Bread available.
We also have several classes available through our ESL Ministry that are offered on Sunday mornings. Email Tai Kim for more information: tkim@chapelgate.org
Sermon Preview - offered in English Room 221
Sermon Review- offered in English and Korean Room 222
Advent Magazine 2025
Our Advent Magazine is meant to help guide us through the daily journey of Advent this season.
It features original pieces of art, stories, devotionals, and prayers from members of our church community. Additionally, each week ends with questions and a short activity that reflect on the theme of the week. You can pick up your magazine in the lobby at church at anytime!
We also have all of our advent magazine information, plus all details about December events on our advent website below
On this website you will find supplemental materials to go with your Advent Magazine - video recordings of the carols from our worship team, audio recordings of the guided prayers, testimony videos, as well as a fully online version of the magazine and more. You can also see all the Christmas events being hosted at Chapelgate this season!
Online magazine content will start on November 30th, we hope you will join us on this daily journey through Advent!
Our sincere hope is that this helps you and your family spiritually navigate the Advent season, moving from expectation to fulfillment, as we anxiously await Christ’s coming on Christmas.
Young Adults Worship Night
Our Young Adults group is having a worship night this coming Saturday, November 22nd, at 7PM.
This is our ministry for anyone from post college age - early 30s. It will be a night of worship, prayer, games and community and friends are welcome! If you’re interested in attending you can click below to RSVP and get the address.
Fall Service Day
Saturday, November 22nd is our church wide Fall Service Day!
Come join us as we serve those who need a helping hand this season with outdoor projects in the Ellicott City, Columbia and Sykesville areas.
Projects are family friendly and all are encouraged to participate, so bring your rake and join the fun as we serve together!
Questions? Contact Cathy Dallwig below or check with your student ministry, children's, or adult community leader to express your interest in serving.
Sign up below.
Dive In
Please join us on Sunday, November 16, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in Chapelgate's Youth Suite for our quarterly Dive In, as we continue in our series An Invitation to Know God's Nearness.
If your last name begins with K - Z, please bring a dessert to share.
RSVP preferred but not required to mbianco@chapelgate.org below.
Recognizing and Understanding Intimate Partner Abuse - Free LIVE Webinar
This a FREE online event!
National statistics show that one in four women has experienced abuse from an intimate partner at some point in their lives. Reports also indicate that those who engage in abusive behavior do so regardless of their faith, church affiliation, or leadership positions. Because abusers often hide their actions from others, it’s not easy to recognize when abuse is happening. Church leaders need to be informed about domestic abuse, have a clear definition, and understand the patterns associated with abuse to provide Christ-like care.
Join this important and informative webinar where biblical counselor Sandy Cruise, D.Min., from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Director of the Domestic Abuse Network for churches, will introduce key concepts to help church leaders recognize and respond well to intimate partner abuse.
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Dr. Sandra A. Cruise is a highly respected professional with a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degree and a master’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She serves as the director of the Domestic Abuse Network for churches in Maryland and is a sought-after speaker, delivering training seminars for church leaders and pastors to raise awareness and understanding of domestic abuse. Through Life Counseling Center Ministries in Marriottsville, Md., Sandy provides individual counseling and leads a support group for victims of domestic abuse. She also facilitates groups for men who have committed acts of abuse. Alongside her husband, Marc, she is an active member of a Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) church. They have three adult children, two grandsons, and a demanding Morkie.
For more info and sign up information click below!
Chapelgate Christian Academy Fall Play
Join us for our fall play, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe!
Click the link below to pre-purchase tickets now.
Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door.
Saturday, November 8th at 2PM and 7PM
Chapelgate Christian Academy Fall Play
Join us for our fall play, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe!
Click the link below to pre-purchase tickets now.
Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door.
Friday November 7th at 7PM
Saturday, November 8th at 2PM and 7PM
Reality Factor Retreat
Join hundreds of other middle and high school students from all over the region for a weekend of fun, worship, teaching, friends.
Reality Factor takes place at Northbay Adventure in Northeast, MD and sits right on the Chesapeake Bay.
They have a ropes course, zip line, giant swing and much much more.
Cost is $240 if you register by October 15.
Register below and contact our middle or high school directors with any questions.
Breakaween
Join our high school ministry for a spooktacular Breakaway Costume Party filled with games, candy, and fun!
Come dressed in your most creative costume and compete for prizes in the costume contest.
Bring friends and come out for a great night with us!
Christmas Choir Sign Ups
Join us for Christmas Choir this year!
Rehearsals begin on Thursday, November 6th from 6PM-7PM in the choir room behind the stage. We meet every other Thursday.
Performances will be during the regular worship service on December 7th and 21st.
No musical/choir background required, if you love singing and Christmas we want you to join!
Sign up below and email Natalie Dallwig with any questions.
Thrive Women's Breakfast
Mark your calendars!
On Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 - 11:00 am, we will be gathering in the Fellowship Hall for breakfast and a talk by Judie Puckett.
If you’d like to contribute to the meal, sign up below.
Choosing Peace and Responsibility Men's Group
Hosted by Life Counseling Center Ministries, this is an intensive, virtual group for men who want to work on their use of anger or destructive behaviors towards their spouse and make positive changes for a healthier relationship.
Total of 9 sessions
2 hour virtual meeting twice a month from 6:30PM-8:30PM
Begins Thursday November 6th
Cost is $1,500
Apply by October 30th
The group is led by Dr. Sandy Cruise. Sandy holds her MA in Biblical Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and her Doctorate in Biblical Counseling with an emphasis on Domestic Abuse in the Church.
Sign up below or contact LCCM more information.
