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Pender United Methodist Church will hold its Fall Flea Market and Women's Boutique on Thursday, Oct. 6 through Saturday, Oct. 8. The event offers new and better quality, as well as slight used items. Located at Pender United Methodist Church, located west of Fair Oaks Mall on the right-hand side.
St. John's Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blessing of the Pets on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. All dogs, cats, hamsters, horses and other pets are invited to bring their owners to church this morning. The Rev. Dr. Howard Kempsell Jr. will individually bless each animal who attends.
This event is held in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi's love of all animals. Each animal who participates will receive a free treat, a St. Francis medal, and a bookmark for its owner. A photographer will be on hand to photograph each animal as it is blessed.
All community members are invited to attend this special event at St. John's Episcopal Church, 5649 Mount Gilead Road, in the Centreville historic district. Questions? Contact the church office at 703-803-7500 or e-mail officemanager@stjohnscentreville.org.
St. Timothy's School in Chantilly will be celebrating its 25th anniversary. Bishop Paul Loverde of the Arlington diocese will kick off the Oct. 1 celebration with a 9 a.m. Mass at St. Timothy's Church. The celebration will have an official dedication and open house at the new middle school building for seventh- and eighth-graders that opened in January. The new building also has a multi-media library. The expansion provided the school with extra classroom space to open a preschool, which earlier this month began its second year of operation. During its 25 years of operation, the school has established an excellent reputation that culminated in a Presidential Blue Ribbon award a couple of years ago. The school is still filled at or near capacity even though the geographic area of the parish has gotten smaller with the establishment of St. Andrew's parish in Clifton and St. Veronica's across from Franklin Farms Middle School. Both of those newer parishes also operate a parochial school.
Wellspring pastor Jeremy McLeod will speak this week on “growing the fruits of God’s presence.” There will be Communion and special food offerings for the Western Fairfax Christian Ministry food pantry. Wellspring worships at 10 a.m., at Centreville Fire Station # 17, Old Centreville Rd., Centreville. Sunday school for children meets during worship, and after the service there is fellowship with fair trade coffee and treats. Wellspring is thoughtful, prayerful, justice-seeking, and Open and Affirming to seekers of all backgrounds. Wellspring is part of the "God is still speaking" movement in the United Church of Christ. Call Pastor Jeremy McLeod at 703-257-4111, or check the Web site at Wellspringucc.org
On Sunday, Oct. 2 at 4:30 p.m., Wellspring hosts the first in a series of jazz vespers and open "jam" to Benefit WFCM Hurricane Victims Fund. The Alan Baylock Quartet with vocalist Christina Crerar leads off the event. The opening set will be a Jazz Vespers focused on creation and compassion, and donations will benefit the Western Fairfax Christian Ministries fund for hurricane evacuees. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy straight-ahead jazz, to sit in if that’s your passion, and to contribute to hurricane evacuees from the home of jazz along the Mississippi.
The jazz vespers & jam is sponsored by Wellspring United Church of Christ, and will be held at the Unity Life Fellowship building, 14088 Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly. Call 703-257-4111. The next two jazz vespers will be held Sunday, Nov. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 4.
What You Need to Know. Free interactive seminar Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Assess your financial needs, prepare a financial plan and learn how to manage your plan. Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax. Call 703-323-9500 or go to www.lordoflifelutheran.com.
Lord of Life Lutheran Church will offer a Service of Hope and Encouragement for those undergoing treatment for, the survivors of, and those who have been touched by breast cancer on Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Through scripture, prayer, music and Communion the service will give thanks to God. Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax. Call 703-323-9500 or go to www.lordoflifelutheran.com
Congregation Yad Shalom is a conservative synagogue located in Centreville. It provides many programs which offer the experience of a Jewish lifestyle in a traditional format. Ask about the Kindergarten-second grade Hebrew school for the children. New classes are forming for the fall semester. The community is invited to special events for the high holidays. For further information and/or directions, call Jon Sunray at 703-378-1463, or visit the Web site at www.yadshalom.com.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington is offering a 10-week therapeutic support group for survivors of sexual abuse to run from Monday, Oct. 17 to Dec. 19 in Arlington. The group will meet Monday evenings 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call Patricia Mudd, ACSW, Victim Assistance Coordinator at 703-841-2530.
Wellspring pastor Jeremy McLeod will speak this week on living in the “mind of Christ,” as individuals and as community. Wellspring worships at 10 a.m., at Centreville Fire Station # 17, Old Centreville Rd., Centreville. Sunday school for children meets during worship, and after the service there is fellowship with fair trade coffee and treats.
Wellspring is thoughtful, prayerful, justice-seeking, and Open and Affirming to seekers of all backgrounds. Wellspring is part of the "God is still speaking" movement in the United Church of Christ. Call Pastor Jeremy McLeod at 703-257-4111, or check the Web site at Wellspringucc.org.
Temple Beth Torah is a Reform Jewish congregation and member of the Union of Reform Judaism (URJ) that meets at St. John's Episcopal Church in the heart of Centreville. Religious school is held at the Goddard School in Chantilly. The congregation offers the Northern Virginia Jewish community services that provide numerous spiritual, educational, support and social opportunities including religious school for member children age 3 through Bar/Bat Mitzvah and confirmation. The congregation welcomes members of the community to attend any of the services or events. For more information, a newsletter, or a membership package, call 703-263-2252 or visit www.BethTorah.net.
Upcoming Services and Events:
* Sunday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Religious School: Goddard School. Important Dates Regarding High Holiday Learning: High Holidays and Me Part I – Workshop w/Rabbi Block and Diane Zimmerman.
* Sunday, Oct. 2, 10:30–12:30 p.m. at Goddard. Shofar Making Workshop
Led by Chabad of Northern Virginia
* Sunday, Oct. 2, 1:30–2:30 p.m. at Chabad’s NOVA Center (near the JCC, Fairfax) Cost: $7.50 per shofar.
YAWEH (You Are Welcome Here) will be held on the first Sunday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for a Christian discussion group reinforcing God's love for the GLBTQ community (and the people who love them.) The discussion is led by Pastor Sandi John and Minister of Music Dean Jenkins. The gathering is an informal time of worship, instruction and fellowship. Call the church office at 703-471-5225, e-mail Pastor@WashingtonPlazaChurch.com and/or see the Web site at www.WashingtonPlazaChurch.com for directions. The church is located at 1615 Washington Plaza, Reston.
Shepherd Gate Church is now offering two services (9 and 10:45 a.m.). The church is located at 4310 Pleasant Valley Road, Chantilly. Go to www.shepherdgate.org or call 703-961-1040.
Unity Life Center of Chantilly holds Sunday services and youth education at 10 a.m. with the Revs. Cynthia Vermillion-Foster and Don Foster. The church is located at 14088-C Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly. Call 703-263-7645 or visit www.unitylife.org.
St. John's Episcopal Church offers the following: Sunday Eucharist services are at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. A nursery for children up to age 3 is available. Opportunities for adult, youth and child enrichment are offered. On Wednesdays, a Eucharist and Healing Service is held at 9:15 a.m. Call 703-803-7500 or visit www.stjohnscentreville.org, or e-mail officemanager@stjohnscentreville.org. The church is located at 5649 Mount Gilead Road, Centreville.
Cedar Run Community Church is a non-denominational Christian church. It meets for Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. at Waples Mill Elementary off Waples Mill Road in the Fair Oaks area. There's a Promiseland children's ministry for newborns through sixth-graders, as well as a dynamic, safe place for teens at the student ministry meeting during the Sunday service. Call 703-968-7312 or visit www.cedarrun.net.
Capital Worship Center will hold weekly worship services at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, and Bible study and worship services on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. at Centre Ridge Elementary School, 14400 New Braddock Road, Centreville. Also offered at this time will be youth services, children's fellowship and a nursery. Call 703-530-8100.
Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church holds a contemporary worship service on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. at Centreville Elementary School in Centreville. Sunday school and a nursery are provided on Sundays. Visit www.connectwithctr.com. or call 703-502-1732.
New Hope Fellowship currently meets at 10:50 a.m. at the Greenbriar Community Center each Sunday. The center is located at 4615 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly. Call 703-591-2948.
Body & Soul Aerobics and Strength Training Classes is a fitness program choreographed to today's Christian music, and offers great fellowship with other women. Classes are currently held at Centreville Baptist Church on Route 29 just south of Stone Road. Class times are Monday and Thursday, 9:30-11 a.m. and Saturday morning, 7:30 a.m. Call ahead for childcare at 703-830-3333.
Community Care Groups at New Life Christian Church
The following are ongoing support groups which meet at Westfield High School on Sunday mornings or as indicated. Contact Community Care Minister Ron Furgerson at 703-266-0118 or ron@newlife4me.com.
* Food Freedom — A Celebrate Recovery Support Group. This group uses a proven Biblical approach to promote healing from compulsive eating problems. The group meets at Westfield High School at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday. Child Care is provided.
* Help for Hurts, Habits, and Hang-Ups — A Celebrate Recovery Group. This group uses the 12-step approach coupled with the teachings of Jesus to help overcome or cope with all types of addictions, compulsions and life problems. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday at Westfield High School. Child care is provided.
* Dealing with Divorce — A Divorce Care Support Group. This is a video-based seminar group for people who are separated or divorced. The group is a place to receive sound information about ways to heal from the hurt and to cope with the life pressures which accompany separation and divorce. The group meets at 11 a.m. each Sunday at Westfield High School. Child care is provided.
Healthy Boundaries — Getting Control of Your Life. The group helps the over-stressed, over-worked and over-committed to gain control of their lives through developing healthy, balanced relationships. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. each Thursday at 13777 Laurel Rock Drive; Clifton.
Beth Moore Bible study series “Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit” will be offered for women Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax. Workbooks are $15. Call 703-323-9500 or visit www.lordoflifelutheran.com.
Adults, single or married, are invited to join Saint Andrew Lutheran Church's Adult Fellowship team. Church is located at 14640 Soucy Place, Centreville. E-mail Pam Gehle at Gehles4@yahoo.com or Linda Schwarz at Linda.Schwarz@cox.net with any new ideas or interest in planning or hosting an event.
The Activity Center at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church is every Sunday after the 11 a.m. Service's Children's Sermon. Children ages 3-7 go to the preschool area while parents listen to the sermon without interruption from little ones. Adult volunteers who are scheduled about once every two to three months are needed. Church is located at 14640 Soucy Place, Centreville. Call Kathy Uffelman at 703-830-2768 with questions or to volunteer.