Our church hall and kitchen are both available for rent by church members and community members. Church members may rent for a discounted fee.
The hall will fit about 100 people. Tables and chairs are available for use.
Our kitchen is licensed by the county Food and Health Department and is available for those groups needing to store, prepare, and/or cook food. The kitchen contains a double-door refrigerator, a large freezer, a gas stovetop and oven, 3-section stainless steal sink, dishwasher, countertop space, pots, pans, silverware, plates, bowls, and other serving-ware. Paper products and plastic-ware are not provided.
If you are interested in renting our facilities please do the following:
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Download and review the Non-Member Contract included on the Facility Rental page. (Church members may request a Member Contract from the church office.)
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Check our online calendar (see Calendar page) to see if your date is available.
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If your date appears available and you agree to the terms on the contract, please fill out the contract and send to:
Attention: Facilities Manager
Back River UMC
544B Back River Neck Road
Essex MD 21221
Once we receive your contract and have reviewed it we will contact you to confirm rental and to make arrangements to collect fees, insurance certificate, etc.
Thank you,
The Trustees of Back River United Methodist Church
