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Kirkwood Presbyterian Church sponsors Wednesday Family Nights from 6:30-8:45 p.m. For more, call 703-451-5320. Kirkwood is located at 8336 Carrleigh Parkway, Springfield.
Sydenstricker United Methodist, located at 8508 Hooes Road, Springfield, presents "Mystery Movie Nights" on July 7, 14, and 21. Movie titles and ratings will be announced and free soda and popcorn will be available. For more, call 703-451-8223 or visit www.sumcdisciples.org.
Congregation Adat Reyim hosts Young Family Erev on Friday, July 8, at 7 p.m., at 6500 Westbury Oaks Drive, Springfield. Visitors and prospective members welcomed. Free childcare provided. For more, call 703-569-7577 or visit www.adatreyim.org.
McLean Bible Church presents author and pastor Lon Solomon, guest speaker on Friday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m. Author of "Brokenness," Solomon speaks about how God redeems our pain and suffering. Event is free, but seats are limited. For more, visit mcleanbiblechurch.org.
The Ekoji Buddhist Temple hosts its 24th annual Obon Festival on Saturday, July 9, from 5:30-9 p.m., at the temple, 6500 Lake Haven Lane, Fairfax Station. Obon is a Buddhist observance that honors one's ancestors. Festival includes music, Bon-odori dancing, games and crafts, a silent auction and traditional Japanese dishes. For more, visit www.ekoji.org.
Springfield Christian Church hosts the intergenerational vacation Bible school, "The Davey and Goliath Circus Spectacular." It begins with a kickoff on Sunday, July 10, at 11:30 a.m. From July 11 to July 14, at 6 p.m. each evening, a light meal will precede the Bible school activities. The Church is located at 5407 Backlick Road, Springfield. For more, call 703-354-4994.
Harvest Church hosts the vacation Bible school, "Serengeti Trek ... where kids are wild about God," from July 11 to July 15, at the church, 7401 Beulah St. Open to rising first to rising sixth graders, this is a hands-on vacation Bible school program. Register early by calling 703-971-7070. For more, visit www.harvestchurchag.org.
On Sunday, June 12, the Church Education System for the Church of Jesus Chirst of Latter-day Saints conducted a graduation ceremony for seminary students in the Annandale, Burke, Fairfax, Rolling Valley, Springfield, and Wakefield areas of the Church. About 120 students were recognized during the ceremony.
The next meeting of Faith Communities In Action is scheduled for Wednesday, July 13, from 2-4 p.m., at the Fairfax County Government Center, Rooms 2 and 3. Topics to be discussed include affordable housing, community youth programs, and home emergency supply kits.
St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, located at 8617 Little River Turnpike, host the following events and programs. For more, visit www.stmatthewsumc.org or call 703-978-3500.
* Vacation Bible School from Monday, July 18 to Friday, July 22. Open to ages 3 years through fifth grade, the program is centered on Christian worship, stories, music, crafts and games. Free.
The Springfield United Methodist Church sponsors the following events. For more information, e-mail info@springfieldvaumc.org.
* Vacation Bible School. "Serengeti Safari-Where Kids Are Wild About God!" takes place from Sunday, July 24, to Thursday, July 28, at 6 p.m. An optional kid-friendly dinner will be offered each evening at 5:30 p.m. Registration fee is $10 per child (no more than $25 per family). Registration forms are available at www.springfieldvaumc.org or you may contact the church office at 703-451-2375.
* Blood Drive. The church hosts its blood drive on Monday, Aug. 1, from 3-8 p.m.
Vacation Bible School, “Jungle Adventure, Discovering God’s Love” takes place the week of July 25-29, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at The Fellowship Baptist Church of Springfield. The program is open to children ages 3 years through sixth grader. The event is free, but registration is requested. For more, call 703-569-5151.
The Messiah United Methodist Church sponsors the following events/services. The church is located at 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. For more, call 703-569-9862.
* Sunday Services. Traditional Sunday morning worship services: 8:15 a.m., with Holy Communion every Sunday; 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Holy Communion on the first Sunday; and Heartline, a contemporary praise and worship service, Sunday evenings at 7:15 p.m.
* Prayer at Messiah. Messiah offers the following prayer ministries: Sunday Morning Prayers, 7:15 a.m. in the Chapel; Tuesday Evening Prayer, 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel and Wednesday Prayer Group, 6 a.m. in the Chapel.
Jubilee Christian Center sponsors the Summer Kid's Blast, July 27-29, from 7:30-9 p.m. It is a free event open to ages 3 through rising sixth graders. The Kid's Blast will culminate with a free family dinner on Sunday, July 31, 5:30 p.m., followed by a closing family service. Prizes will be presented for bringing the most guests, as well as puppets, Bible stories, games, music and other special activities. The center is located at 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-383-1170.
Lord of Life Lutheran Church, located at 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, sponsors the following events:
* Mission Possible, a new service camp for fifth and sixth graders, from Aug. 1-5, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the church. The purpose is to create a memorable experience for the children that prepares them to serve others in the community. Children work on service projects in support of Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia and the Fairfax Nursing Center, among others. To register, visit www.lordoflifelutheran.com or contact the director of Christian education at 703-323-9500, ext. 16 or sboyce@lordoflifelutheran.com.
* July for Summer Nights, every Wednesday, from 6-7:30 p.m. Event includes supper in the park, outdoor worship and a different program each week. Cost is a free-will donation for supper. Events are: Music Festival on July 6; Mad Science on July 13; Family Movie Night on July 20; and Reptiles Alive on July 27.
* Beth Moore Bible study series "Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit" on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays 9:30 a.m. Cost is $15 for workbook. Open to women.
The second annual Adat Reyim Craft and Fun Fair takes place Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Springfield synagogue, 6500 Westbury Oaks Court, Springfield. Non-Judaic crafts accepted. Vendor tables available for advance fee of $25, all tables indoors. For more, call 703-569-7577.
The Jubilee Christian Center hosts a free English class at 9:30 a.m., for speakers of other languages as a special Sunday School Class, at the center, 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-383-1170.
Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, located at 8336 Carrleigh Parkway in Springfield, supports a Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) program on the first Wednesday of each month. Meetings are 9:30-11 a.m., at the church. All mothers and children are welcome. The program provides mothers an opportunity to get to know other mothers through discussions and craft activities. The children will be cared for my adults in the MOPPET program. Cost is $3 per session. Register by stopping by the church, calling 703-451-5320.