About us
Faith
Faith is the cornerstone of our church. It is part of every activity that we do, every meeting that we hold. We believe in our Lord, and that our actions are a reflection of his goodness.
Scripture
We look to the Lord for guidance in our lives. In Scripture, we find all that we need to guide us in the right path. Reading and understanding Scripture helps us all live meaningful lives.
Community
Join us. We welcome each and every one of you to encounter the Lord's unconditional love with us. Inside each of us is a purpose and meaning to be fulfilled by God.
Children & Youth Ministry
Bowie UMC supports parents and families in nurturing young children and youth as they begin their journey of faith. We help children develop a relationship with God through learning the principles of the Bible and applying bible truths to their everyday life. We teach and model for children Christ’s care for the world through our service to others, and we encourage children and youth to participate in community service projects.
What is service like at Bowie UMC?
Sunday services are at 10:00 a.m. Services are intensely passionate with prayer, singing, life-changing teaching and preaching with occasional food and fellowship directly after services.
Music is cross-genre incorporating contemporary worship, black gospel, Latino, African, Caribbean and traditional hymn worship styles. Communion is shared on first Sundays of the month. The service ends with a spirit-led invitation to join the body of believers and personal prayer for those who wish to be prayed for.
All are encouraged to stick around to meet and fellowship with the pastors and congregation.
Become a Member
Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Living in Christian community helps us to grow. Connected in congregational fellowship, membership expresses the commitment one has to a life in Christ. The possibilities for new friendships are endless, and there are many opportunities to serve in areas of your gifts and interest.
Our Pastor
Rev. Angela Shadd Kittrell is a native of Washington DC. She and her husband, Pastor James Kittrell, are the parents of three children, Phyllis, Larry, and Brittany and the grandparents of five. She is a retired educator with thirty-two years of service to public and private schools as a high school teacher, principal, and school district director of assessment. Rev. Kittrell entered the preaching ministry in 1986. She was ordained in 1998.
Rev. Kittrell began her college education at Virginia State University. She received a B.A. degree in English and Journalism from the University of Maryland. She holds an M.A., M.Ed. Ed.D. As well, she earned an M.Div. from Virginia Union University Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology in Richmond Virginia. She is currently pursuing the Doctorate of Ministry degree at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio.
Rev. Kittrell is founder and president of The Daughter’s Summit, an organization formed to assist and mentor women in ministry. As well, she actively serves as a board member to The Arts and Entertainment Steering Council for Bowie, Maryland, The Mercy-Justice Network of Maryland, The Huntington (Maryland) Community Development Corporation, and The CARES Justice Institute International. She serves on the Executive Board of Jabula New Life Ministries International, an organization founded by Bishop Tudor Bismark. Rev. Kittrell is the spiritual daughter of Bishop Hugh and Pastor Letha Smith of Detroit, MI. her inspiration comes from Habakkuk 3:17-19.
Meet Our Team
Welcome to Bowie UMC!
Bowie UMC is a contemporary multi-cultural church headquartered in an eclectic area of Prince George’s County, Maryland. We are a “To Go” church with community commitment and global perspective. We strive to connect with individuals in our community through a culture of relevant life-giving ministry encounters. Our mission is “To Go” into our communities and streets to extend the radical love of Jesus through service and justice advocacy. We aim “To Go” help people experience Christ in the myriad of joyous ways he manifests himself.
We engage in relentless global outreach -- meeting people where they are and showing them the unfailing love of Christ. We have removed the barriers of traditional church to present the hope of a Savior for all people.
No matter where you are in your life journey, you are invited to connect with us. There are services for the whole family that include teaching, worship, mission, fellowship, and many opportunities to make a decision to follow Jesus Christ. Be refreshed and revived; then partner with us “To Go” into the world and reveal the finished work of Jesus Christ.