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The Unity of Fairfax will be hosting Dr. Greg Baer, author of “Real Love: The Truth About Finding Unconditional Love and Fulfilling Relationships,” from 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17. Learn the secret of finding and giving real love, learn to speak the foreign language of “telling the truth,” learn how to completely eliminate anger and fear from life and discover joy. Unity of Fairfax is located on 2854 Hunter Mill Road. Call 703-281-1767. Also, visit www.GregBaer.com for more information about the author.
Oakton United Methodist Church will host its annual Vacation Bible School, Aug. 18-22, 5:30-8:30 p.m.. Classes are from 6-8:30 p.m. Age 4 through rising sixth-graders are invited to become Lighthouse Kids and explore light through the Bible and mission stories, fun crafts, recreation and music. There is no fee for the program; a mission offering will be taken each evening. To register for the program, call 703-938-1233 by August 11.
In conjunction with the children's Bible School, teenagers and adults are invited to hear "Good News for the Millennium," as told by the book of John. Bill Kirkpatrick and Allen Barnes will conduct nightly sessions during the children's Bible School. To register for the program, call 703-938-1233 by August 11.
Wesley United Methodist Church of Vienna is hosting a farewell reception for Rev. Hugh J. Winston Jr. on Aug. 17 after the 11 a.m. service in the fellowship hall. Rev. Winston is leaving his position as minister of visitation after 13 years. For more information, call 703-938-8700.
The Christ Presbyterian Church in Fairfax is looking for crafters for its annual craft bazaar, to be held on Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the church, which is located at 12410 Lee-Jackson Highway. Call Mary Jane at 703-378-6838 for an application.
Emmaus United Church of Christ offers an hour of quiet spiritual renewal as the focus for a weekly ecumenical group that meets at Emmaus United Church of Christ every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Led by JoAn Post, participants are gently guided through a time of centering, meditation and prayer. It is open to people of all faiths and requires no previous experience, only sincere desire. Emmaus is located at 900 Maple Ave. E. in Vienna. Call 703-281-9309 for more information
Emmanuel Lutheran Church has a full range of education, music, worship and outreach programs. Traditional worship is at 8:15 and 11 a.m., in the rich Lutheran tradition of liturgical song mixed with music of the masters, spirituals and contemporary Christian music. Contemporary worship is at 9:45 a.m., with fresh liturgical song and contemporary Christian music led by Revelation. Christian education for all ages is 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.-noon. Christian education is available for everyone from preschoolers through adults. Classes are always open to newcomers. The church is located at 2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, on the Oakton side of Vienna near McDonald’s. Call 703-938-2119.
The Baha’i community of McLean holds a weekly fireside, a meeting of discussion, devotion and fellowship, at 7500 Box Elder Court in McLean, beginning at 8 p.m. every Friday. The fireside is an opportunity to learn about the Baha’i faith and why Baha’is find hope in a seemingly hopeless world. Call 703-556-3400.
The International Chabad-Lubavitch organization is establishing a new Jewish institution, Chabad at Tysons, which will serve Vienna, McLean and Great Falls. Chabad welcomes all Jews regardless of background or affiliation. Activities will include holiday awareness programs, adult education, Shabbat and High Holiday services, and special children’s events. Call 703-356-3451 or 703-622-2953.
Charles Wesley United Methodist Church, located at 6817 Dean Drive in McLean, holds Sunday Services at 10 a.m. and Communion and healing services Wednesdays at noon. Its motto is "A Place to Be — Belong, Become, Believe." Visit www.charleswesleyumc.org
Vienna Baptist Church offers numerous Christian worship, education, music and mission opportunities. Each Sunday begins with a high-energy VBPraise service at 8:45 a.m. Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m., providing different programs to people of all ages. The traditional liturgical worship service takes place at 11 a.m. The church is located at 541 Marshall Road, Vienna. For more information, call 703-281-4400 or visit www.vbc-va.org.