Our church hall and kitchen are both available for rent by members of the community.
(Church Members may rent for a discounted rate.)
The hall will hold 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:
Download and review the HALL RENTAL CONTRACT
(Church members may request a Member Contract from the church office.)
Check our online calendar (see Calendar page) to see if your date is available.
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
Also, please contact the church office at 410-686-4195 or office@backriverumc.com to let us know to expect your contract in the mail soon.
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