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<lst>McLean Bible Church at 8925 Leesburg Pike in Tysons Corner is holding a community-wide cookout and movie night on Saturday, June 5, at 4 p.m. Adult meal tickets for the cookout and movie are $5 each, and children’s tickets are $2.50. The movie, “The Gospel of John,” starts at 5:30 p.m. in Community Room A of the church. This event benefits MBC’s Single Parent Family Ministry. Call 703-790-5590, Ext. 1028.
The public is invited to the Lewinsville Presbyterian Church for a Faith and Public Policy Breakfast with the theme "Accessing Mental Health on Earth and Beyond" on June 5, 8:30-10 a.m., in the church's Fellowship Hall.
Dr. Anita Everett, a psychiatrist and the first inspector general for Virginia's mental health system, examines mental health services in Virginia, describes federal mental health resources, and talks of advocacy strategies and looks at ethical values underpinning social policies. Dr. Joseph Collins, director of medical services at the St. Luke's Institute, a psychiatric hospital for treatment of priests and nuns, talks about the relevance of spirituality to overall health and psychic equilibrium.
The church is located at the corner of Great Falls Street and Chain Bridge Road in McLean. Call the church office at 703-356-7200 or contact Dr. Christen Kerr at thekerrbrowns@cox.net or 703-356-0460.
St. Thomas Music Festival at St. Thomas Church, located at 8991 Brook Road in McLean, features the music of the Grandsons, roots rock and pop music; the Brindley Brothers, pop and rock; Edsall Road, traditional Celtic and eclectic; the McLean High School Jazz Band, cool jazz; and up-and-coming local artists such as Anthony Fiacco, Isabella, and Andy Zipf. Food, games, a silent auction, door prizes and much, much more are offered. Saturday, June 5, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $5 individually, $20 for a family. Visit www.stmf.org. or call 703-442-0330.
Andrew Chapel United Methodist Church, Vienna, begins celebrating 150 years of bringing the Gospel to the community. At the kick-off on Sunday, June 6, at 11 a.m., at the worship service, the Chancel Choir will sing an anniversary anthem composed by Daniel Gawthrop titled "Salvation Has Gone Forth." Also, the Chancel and Youth choirs will sing the "First Song of Isaiah." At 6 p.m., a fellowship supper will take place in Orrison Hall, immediately followed by a sing-along with the Sound of Music program. Andrew Chapel UMC is located at 1301 Trap Road, Vienna. For more information, call 703-759-3509.
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer's Faith in Life Forums are hour-long programs featuring a speaker and group discussion relating to the topic of living one's Christian faith on a daily basis.
On June 6, Redeemer member Harold Hofstad presents Part 4 of the video series "Living with the Church," by James Nestigen. This presentation demonstrates how people can live in and with the church despite some of the organizational and political problems of doing so.
On June 13, Redeemer member Doug Scheffler discusses "The Gospel of John and the Conflict with Gnosticism in the Early Church." The discussion focuses on the appearance of movies such as "The Matrix" in books such as Elaine Pagel's "Beyond Belief." The discussion takes a look at the "fifth" Gospel, the Gospel of Thomas, and "The Davinci Code," both of which adopt Gnostic concepts and perceptions.
The church is located at 1545 Chain Bridge Road in McLean. For more information, visit www.redeemer-mclean.org or call the office at 703-356-3346.
Jone Johnson Lewis speaks on the subject "Pursuit of Happiness" on Sunday, June 6, at 11 a.m., at the Northern Virginia Ethical Society, 225 Nutley St. N.W, Vienna. Jone Johnson Lewis is an ethical culture leader and Unitarian Universalist minister known for her expertise on U.S. history. Free. For more information about NoVES, call 703-437-3161 or visit www.noves.org.
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in McLean and the Luther Institute of Washington, D.C., are co-sponsoring an evening forum and book signing by the Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb on Tuesday, June 8, at 7:30 p.m., in the church nave, followed by a reception in the fellowship hall. The forum is based on Dr. Raheb's experiences as the pastor of Christmas Lutheran Church on Manger Square in Bethlehem. He will address the dangers and challenges that confront his ministry daily. Copies of his new book, "Bethlehem Besieged: Stories of Hope in Times of Trouble," due to be released June 3, will be available. All are invited. The church is located at 1545 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. Visit www.redeemer-mclean.org.
The Dominion Brass performs on June 13 at 7:30 p.m., at McLean Presbyterian Church, 1020 Balls Hill Road, McLean. The Dominion Brass is a group made up of D.C.-area professional and amateur musicians. Join them for an evening of music and worship as they give the world premiere of a new piece by Brian Balmages, "Ite Missa Est" for brass and percussion. Admission is free. An offering benefits Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center and Dominion Music Ministries. Child care is provided. Visit www.thedominionbrass.org.
"Service of Thanksgiving: Thank God for Animals." On Sunday, June 27, the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer offers thanksgiving for the blessings God provides through pets and animals at a special worship service at 6:30 p.m. The community and church members can bring pets that are under the owner's control at all times. The service takes place in and outside the Sharon Keillor Wing entranceway on the Chain Bridge Road side of the church.
The church is located at 1545 Chain Bridge Road in McLean. For more information, visit www.redeemer-mclean.org or call the office at 703-356-3346.
Great Falls United Methodist Church hosts SonGames 2004 during the week of July 26-30. This Vacation Bible School Program is open to children 3 1/2 through the fifth grade. E-mail briana.greatfallsumc@verizon.net or call 703-759-3137.
Emmanuel Lutheran Church has a full range of education, music, worship and outreach programs. Traditional worship is at 8 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 9:30 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.
From the beginning of time, music, drumming, movement, song and prayer have brought communities together at times of celebration, and as part of everyday life. The dances are a profound, cross-cultural way to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and others. They use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many faith traditions of Earth to promote peace and integration within individuals and groups. There are no performers or audience. No experience necessary. Donations accepted. Second Saturday evening each month, September-June. 7:30-10 p.m., Unity of Fairfax (original sanctuary), 2854 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton. For more information, contact Kathryn at 703-573-1236/ SpiralRose@aol.com. For further information on the worldwide Dance Network, visit www.DancesOfUniversalPeace.org.
Body & Soul offers a high/low impact aerobic workout, kick boxing, strength training, Pilates all in one exercise session to the latest in contemporary Christian music. There are several church locations to choose from. All are welcome.
McLean Bible Church holds classes on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9:45-11:15 a.m. Call Mary Ward at 703-830-2478 for more information. Child care is offered. Classes are also offered on Wednesday evenings from 6:45-8:15 p.m. Call Tricia Van Ryn at 703-876-0558.
Emmanuel Lutheran Church offers a Fit over 50 version on Wednesday mornings from 9:15-10:30 a.m. Call Lynn Mostellar at 703-698-8624.
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.
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.
St. Athanasius Lutheran Church at 114 Kingsley Road in Vienna, a new mission congregation of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, offering traditional, conservative worship in accordance with the historic liturgy of the church. The current Sunday schedule includes Bible study and Sunday school for all ages at 4 p.m. and worship at 5 p.m. A Lutheran book club is also offered twice a month. A midweek Bible study meets twice a month. Call 703-455-4003 for more information.
Faith Baptist Church, located at 301 Center St. S., Vienna, offers Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. for all ages, 11 a.m. worship, and Bible Study on Sunday at 6 p.m. On Wednesday at 7 p.m., The Awana children's club for fourth- through sixth-graders takes place during the school year. Nursery school is provided for all services. The preschool and kindergarten program uses the abeka curriculum and serves ages 3, 4 and 5. Visit the Web site at www.FaithBaptistVienna.org or e-mail Faith@tidalwave.net. Call the church at 703-938-9688.
The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer celebrates a contemporary service at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, supplementing its traditional worship services at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Modern praise music is sung, accompanied by a band of nine musicians on electric keyboard, bass and acoustic guitars, trumpet and drums.
Concurrently at 9:45, the church holds a Faith and Life forum on subjects to strengthen one’s Christian faith, adult Bible study and Sunday School for children age 3 through high school. Nursery is available at all services.
The church is located at 1545 Chain Bridge Road in McLean. For more information, visit www.redeemer-mclean.org or call the office at 703-356-3346.
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, located at 1830 Kirby Road in McLean, invites all to come for contemporary worship the first Sunday of every month at noon. This new service will incorporate uplifting music; a warm, friendly, casual atmosphere; and interesting sermons. In addition to this service, traditional services take place every Sunday at 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Call the church office at 703-356-7533 with questions.
Chabad at Tysons is holding a Shabbat educational service at the Embassy suites Hotel on Route 7 (next door to the Toys R Us, across from the Container store). Saturday morning service starts at 9:30 a.m., Torah discussion at 10:30 a.m., followed by a sit-down Kiddush. Call 703-356-3451, or e-mail ChabadTysons@aol.com.
The Great Falls United Methodist Church offers two services with different worship styles. The 8:30 a.m. service is traditional, and the 11 a.m. service is a blend of contemporary and traditional styles. The church is located at 10100 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls.
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church celebrates its Third Sunday Service on the third Sunday of the month at 10:15 a.m. The service offers an innovative blend of traditional and contemporary worship, featuring a variety of musical styles and an informal environment. A professionally staffed nursery is available for small children.
St. Dunstan’s is located at 1830 Kirby Road, McLean. For more information, call 703-356-7533 or visit stdunstans.net.