Centreville United Methodist Women are seeking craft vendors for their bazaar planned for Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 6400 Old Centreville Rd. Contact psbyers@verizon.net or office@centreville-umc.org
Wellspring Church worships this Sunday with the spirited leadership of Myra Flemister, a member of Wellspring and an experienced Bible study and retreat leader throughout Northern Virginia.
Wellspring meets at 10 a.m., Centreville Firehouse #17, 5856 Old Centreville Road. Sunday School for children meets during the worship hour. Following worship is a fellowship hour with fair trade coffee and treats.
Wellspring has two house-groups, and welcomes visitors to participate. The Arts and Spirituality group meets on Sunday afternoons, and a Living the Questions group meets in the evening. Call Sara Little at 703-527-4111 for information on these and other special events.
Wellspring is thoughtful, prayerful, justice-seeking, and open and affirming to seekers of all backgrounds. Worship is informal.
Congregation Yad Shalom, located in Centreville, provides a variety of programs in a traditional format with a modern flair. Inquiries about participation in these activities are welcomed by the community.
* Ask about the K–2 Hebrew school for the children. A new format and new classes continue for the winter semester.
* Come along and join the congregation for the annual picnic at Bull Run Regional Park on Sunday, June 10 at 12 p.m.
* Join the congregation for an evening of fun at the Potomac Nationals baseball game on Saturday evening, July 7 at 7 p.m. at Pfizner Stadium in Woodbridge with fireworks after the game.
Contact the Congregation at 703-579-6079, or visit the Web site at www.yadshalom.com.
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 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. Call 703-263-2252 or visit www.BethTorah.net.
SCHEDULE
* June 8, 7:30 p.m. — Shabbat service at Historic Chapel;
* June 9 at 9 a.m. — Family service at Historic Chapel;
* June 9 at 10 a.m. — Itkin Bar Mitzvah at Parish Hall;
* June 10 — 3rd grade family education program (11:30 a.m.), last day of religious school at Goddard School;
* June 15 at 7:30 p.m. — Shabbat service at Historic Chapel;
* June 16 at 10 a.m. — Wertz Bat Mitzvah - Parish Hall.
At the membership meeting on May 20, the following officers were elected to the Temple Board of Directors for the 2007-08 year: President Eric Kravchik; Vice President Jeff Horner; Treasurer Ricki Aberle; Recording Secretary Karen Cohen; Corresponding Secretary Linda Bradshaw; School Board Chair Deborah Mayer; High Holiday Chair Steve Weinstein; Members at Large: David Barondess, Jill Berman, Nancy Portee, Barbara Wasserman, Earl Schendell; Past President: Howard Sulkin; Select representative from Brotherhood: Rich Bizar; Select representative from Sisterhood: Alice Bizar.
Youth Revival, Monday, June 18 to Friday, June 22 at 7:30 p.m., at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 6600 Old Centreville Rd, Centreville; call 703-830-8769. Guest Minister Rev. Bobby Joe Ford, Jr. of Mt. Zion Baptist, Arlington.
Youth Gospel Explosion, Friday, June 22 at 7:30 p.m., at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 6600 Old Centreville Rd., Centreville; call 703-830-8769. Featured Guests: The Gospel Guys.
Vacation Bible School: Grace Fellowship Church, Chantilly, June 25-29 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information and to register, contact Stephanie Pigg (www.gfcvbs.at.myvbs.com) or 703-327-5000. Registration requested by June 20. Go to www.gracefellowshipchurch.info.
The Children's Ministry at Jubilee Christian Center is having a "Fun Fest Day Camp" for kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade (as of Fall 2007). The Camp is at the church, June 25-29, 12:30-3:30 p.m. each day, plus a special Family Nite on Wednesday, June 27 at 7:15 p.m. The Camp includes Gospel illusions, clowns, jugglers, games, activities, and a movie, with special guests Ned and Joan Way of "No Way" Ministry from Louisville, KY, June 25-27. Jubilee Christian Center is located at 4650 Shirley Gate Rd., Fairfax. The cost is $25 per child. Pre-registration is required by June 22 (no walk-ins). Call 703-383-1170 or go to www.jccag.org.
Centreville Presbyterian Church is sponsoring SMASH CAMP (Summer Music, Arts and Sports with Him) July 9-13 from 9 a.m. to noon at the church, located at 15450 Lee Highway, Centreville.
* SPORTS - (rising 1st — rising 5th) soccer, baseball, basketball, team and water games, or
* DRAMA/ARTS (rising 1st — rising 6th) music, acting, dance, prop-making and final performance.
Cost is $30. Contact Clare Maynard, director of Children's Ministry at clare@centrevillepres.com or 703-830-0098 with questions or for a registration form. Go to www.centrevillepres.com.
St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Herndon will hold its Vacation Bible School, July 16-20. Children ages 2-1/2 (potty-trained) through rising sixth-graders are invited to attend during the week of July 16-20 from 9:30 a.m. to noon daily. The theme this year will be The Great Bible Reef Dive into God's Word! Cost is $20 per child for the week, with a maximum cost of $50 per family. To volunteer for The Great Bible Reef adventure or to learn more, e-mail Marybeth Henry or call her at 703.742.6694.
Crafters are invited to apply to sell their crafts at the Fall Festival, Saturday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax. Call 703-323-9500.
Centreville Presbyterian Church:
* The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached: Join the church for the sermon series on the greatest sermon ever preached — The Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5. Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. contemporary worship and 11 a.m. traditional worship. Childcare provided for services.
* Women's Bible Study meets every Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Studies include: Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby and the Alpha Course taught by Pastor Neil Craigan. Childcare is provided.
* Planet Adventure meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings for 4th and 5th graders from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The evening is full of adventure playing games, having snacks and learning about God. Contact Clare Maynard, director of Children's Ministries.
* Chancel Choir — Consider being a part of the Centreville Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir. It practices weekly on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Also performs at the 11 a.m. Sunday service. Contact Chancel Choir Director, Denise Freeland.
Help with Hurts, Habits and Hang-Ups — Passion for Community in cooperation with New Life Christian Church is launching a new Recovery Connection Group for people suffering with various addictions and destructive and dysfunctional behaviors. This free, 12-step group is a safe place to receive support and healing. The group meets on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. at 4451 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Suite 104. Contact Ron Furgerson at 703-860-3324.
News from Centreville Presbyterian Church, 15450 Lee Highway, Centreville. Call 703-830-0098.
* Daniel, A Beth Moore Bible Study for Women, Wednesday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
* Planet Adventure, Evening youth group for 4th and 5th graders. Second and fourth Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m.
* CrossRoads, Middle School youth group (6th-8th grade) Friday evenings, 7-8:30 p.m. Delicious food, games and active worship fill the evening of fun.
* Visit the CPC Web site, www.centrevillepres.com or call the church office at 703-830-0098.
St. Raphael Orthodox Church, formally the Antiochian Orthodox Mission of Northern Virginia, meets each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for Divine Liturgy at the Compton Village Community Center, 14401 Compton Village Drive, Centreville. Visit www.straphaelva.org contact Father Tom Palke via email frtom@straphaelva.org or telephone 703-303-3047.
New Life Christian Church is once again launching a Divorce Care Group which will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 at Westfield High School (child care provided). Divorce Care is a video-based seminar group for people who are experiencing difficulty with their separation or divorce. The group provides information about ways to heal from the hurt, and cope with the life pressures which accompany separation and divorce. Contact Ron Furgerson at 703-860-3324 or 703-963-1314.
Centreville United Methodist is hosting DivorceCare, which meets Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. at Centreville UMC. DivorceCare is a 13-week Christ-centered divorce recovery program which walks participants through the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of someone going through separation and divorce. Cost is $15. Open to the community.
Jubilee Christian Center is offering free English as a second language classes during its Sunday School time, 10:10-10:50 a.m., on Sundays, at 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. 703-383-1170.
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.
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.
Community Care Groups at New Life Christian Church.
The following are support groups that 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.
* 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.
New Life Christian Church is forming a new Grief Share Group for persons who are experiencing the hurt associated with loss of a loved one. The group meets for 12 sessions using a video-based discussion format and is effective in helping survivors deal with the issues faced by persons going through a period of grief. Contact Leslie Delp at 703-815-6274.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets at Centreville Baptist Church on alternate Friday mornings. Do you think spaghetti is a finger food? Write your grocery list in crayon? Come join other moms for encouragement and support. Contact Centreville Baptist Church at 703-830-3333 or visit www.cbcva.org
Northern Virginia Orthodox Mission meets each Sunday for Divine Liturgy at 9 a.m. at Compton Village, 14401 Compton Village Drive, Centreville. All services are in English. All are welcome. Go to www.nvorthodox.org or call Tammy at 703-426-8719.
New Life Christian Church is once again offering two Divorce Care Groups, one meeting on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at Westfield High School (child care provided) and one home group which meets on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. Both are video-based seminar groups for people who are experiencing difficulty with their separation or divorce. The groups provide sound information about ways to heal from the hurt and cope with the life pressures which accompany separation and divorce. Groups are free. Contact Jon Williams at 703-505-4525 or Deeanne Rampey at 703-266-8357.
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. Visit 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 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.
Centreville Assembly of God holds services on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and at 10:30 a.m. Morin service at 14281 Lee Highway in Centreville. The church also provides transportation for its services. Call 703-307-6179.