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Jubilee Christian Center is sponsoring a 9-11 Remembrance at the Fairfax Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, on Thursday, Sept. 11, from 12-12:45 p.m. The event is free and open to the public to gather together — "united in prayer, purpose, gratitude, and hope in God, reflecting on God's mercy to Us All." Call 703-383-1170 for information.
Free prayer seminar. On Saturday, Sept. 13, The Prayer Center, a Christian-based organization that focuses on strengthening the prayer life of individuals, will sponsor an all-day prayer seminar. Come meet with others and learn how the power of prayer can enhance spiritual life. The seminar is free. To reserve a space, call 703-642-0124 or visit the center's Web page at www.theprayercenter.org.
"Established in Righteousness" seminar. Aglow International, a nonprofit organization, will be sponsoring a one-day seminar on Saturday, Sept. 13. Mary Gay will be the guest speaker. The seminar will take place at Jubilee Christian Center in Fairfax. Cost is $35, including lunch. For more information, call Helen at 703-878-4764.
Eckandar, the religion of the light and sound of God, will host a program on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Elks Club Lodge in Fairfax. The program will celebrate and explore the workings of spirit and its manifestations. For more information, call 703-916-0515.
“Dynamic Marriage” seminar. The Fairfax Church of Christ is offering “Dynamic Marriage,” an eight-week seminar to fine tune good marriages, strengthen weak marriages and heal broken marriages. The seminar is open to all and will begin Sunday, Sept. 14, at 5 p.m. with a short session. Each of the eight sessions is two and a half hours long. The cost is $155 per couple for materials. Advanced registration required. Child care available. Contact Roland Sundling, 703-390-9356 or rsundling@cox.net for more information. Call the church office at 703-631-2100. Fairfax Church of Christ is located at 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax.
First Baptist Church, Springfield hosts a Country Fair Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 14 for members, friends and neighbors. The games and craft fair will begin at 4 p.m., at the church located at 7300 Gary St. The fun and games will feature a moon bounce, a puppet show by KayDee puppets, a juggler, and much, much more. Tickets cost $5 for adults and teens, $4 for senior adults (over 65), $3 for children. Advance tickets are required. Call 703-451-1500 for more information.
The Fairfax Church of Christ is offering “Family Matters,” an eight-week intensive study into God’s plan for families. The study begins Sept. 14, and is open to all. In addition to presentations during Sunday morning worship, the church’s small group devotional ministry will be provided review materials that examine scripture-based families. Fairfax Church of Christ is located at 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax. 703-631-2100.
Sunday, Sept. 14 will be Friendship Day at Jubilee Christian Center. A buffet at 11:30 a.m. will follow the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Jubilee Christian Center is located at 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. Call 703-383-1170 for information and to sign up for the free buffet.
At Accotink Unitarian Universalist Church in Burke, two Sunday services as well as religious education classes resume on Sunday, Sept. 14, at new times of 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. The church offers classes for preschool through high school, a youth group for teens, adult programs and discussion groups. The community is also invited to AUUC's annual fund-raiser, "Fall Fiesta 2003," coming Oct. 4. Accotink UUC is located at 10125 Lakehaven Court in Burke. For more information on these and other activities, call the church office at 703-503-4579 or visit its Web site at accotinkuuc.uua.org.
The Labyrinth Prayer Walk at Burke Presbyterian Church takes place every second Sunday of the month, 6-8 p.m. On Sunday, Sept. 14, a special service of prayer at 5:30 p.m., will celebrate the fifth anniversary of the labyrinth. All are welcome. Burke Presbyterian Church is located at 5690 Oak Leather Drive, Burke, 703-764-0456. Visit www.burkepreschurch.org.
Mount Calvary Baptist Church, located at 4325 Chain Bridge Road in Fairfax, celebrates Deacon and Deaconess Day on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 3:30 p.m. All are invited to join the church in honoring the Board of Deacons and Deaconess Ministry.
The labyrinth at Church of the Good Shepherd will be open for walking and meditation on Sunday, Sept. 14, 12-1:30 p.m., and Thursday, Sept. 18, 7-9 p.m. Newcomers and all faiths are welcome. Parish office: 703-323-5400.
Successfully Single Seminar Series: Organizational Conflict Resolution. Learn new skills to handle difficult situations. Sept. 17, 7:30-9 p.m., at Messiah United Methodist Church, Room 266, 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. For more information visit www.messiahumc.org or call 703-569-9862. Free.
Mount Calvary Baptist Church, located at 4325 Chain Bridge Road in Fairfax, hosts its annual Fall Revival from Wednesday, Sept. 17 to Friday, Sept. 19. Services begin at 7:30 each night.
The Antioch Baptist Church will host a free orientation for "Fit for His Kingdom," an 11-week program of low-impact aerobics, Bible study and nutrition information. Orientation will be Monday, Sept. 22, 7-9 p.m., at the church, 6531 Little Ox Road, Fairfax Station. Classes begin Sept. 29. Participants can register at the orientation. Space is limited. Call Deloris at 703-425-4877 for more information.
Children's Consignment Sale. Thursday, Sept. 25, 12-8 p.m., and Friday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-noon. Clothing, toys, books and equipment for infants and children as well as maternity clothes will be available at one of the area's largest consignment sales. Most items are half price on Sept. 26. Entrance on Thursday, between 12 and 1:30 p.m., is by number. Numbers are given out starting at 10 a.m. For more information, call 703-321-2210.
"Women Prophets," a Bible Study Workshop presented by the Springfield Church of Christ, Scientist, will take place Saturday, Sept. 27, 1-3 p.m. The workshop will focus on Miriam, Moses' sister; Deborah, a judge; Huldah, who lived during the reign of Josiah; and Anna, from the book of Luke. Author and speaker Joan Koelle Snipes will conduct the workshop. Registration is $10 and may be paid at the door. Bring a King James Bible. For more information, contact Janine Labak, 703-256-0487 or labakmai@aol.com.
Children's Consignment Sale. Saturday, Oct. 4, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. This sale, with over 175 consignors, includes children's clothes, shoes, toys, games, books, infant items, maternity items and more. At the Christ United Methodist Church, 8285 Glen Eagles Lane, Fairfax Station. Contact Laura Cranston at 703-690-2559 or lcranston@advancepharmacy.org with questions. Visit www.christchurchva.org.
Blessing of the Animals — Bring Your Pet. Sunday, Oct. 5, at 4 p.m., at Olivet Episcopal Church 6107 Franconia Road, Alexandria. For more information, contact Rev. David Harper at 703-971-4733 or visit www.olivetepiscopalchurch.org.
Inquirers and Confirmation Classes. Youths and adults invited. Saturday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m.-12 p.m., in the Simpson room at Olivet Episcopal Church 6107 Franconia Road, Alexandria. For more information, contact Rev. David Harper at 703-971-4733 or visit www.olivetepiscopalchurch.org.
Woman at the Well hosts its annual Prayer Breakfast with guest speaker Vi Walker, the founder of Woman at the Well, on Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., at Fairfax Presbyterian Church, 10723 Main St., Fairfax. 9 a.m. registration; $7 fee payable at door. Call Chris at 703-503-8519 for more information.
Silent Auction. Sunday, Oct. 19, at 5 p.m., in the Fellowship hall at Olivet Episcopal Church 6107 Franconia Road, Alexandria. For more information, contact Rev. David Harper at 703-971-4733 or visit www.olivetepiscopalchurch.org.
Scarecrow Making. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2 p.m., in the lawn at Olivet Episcopal Church 6107 Franconia Road, Alexandria. For more information, contact Rev. David Harper at 703-971-4733 or visit www.olivetepiscopalchurch.org.
"Growing Through Divorce." This eight-week workshop program discusses topics such as grieving the loss of the marriage, anger, rejection, forgiveness, loneliness and transitioning into single life. Child care is available but must be requested in advance. There is no charge for the program itself; the only cost is a $12 corresponding book. For more information, call Shari Sadowski at 703-569-9862, Ext. 213.
Career Net meets every Monday, from 7-9 p.m., at Accotink Unitarian Universalist Church in Burke. The free weekly event allows job seekers to network with each other, receive employment-related news and literature, ask for specific help from others and the volunteers. Meetings are headed by Jane Tresvaskis, a professional career counselor. For more information, call Subhash Gupta at 703-323-5676 or Robert Westin at 703-978-6229. Career Net takes place in Room 124 of the church, 10125 Lakehaven Court, in Burke. Call the church office at 703-503-4579 or check the Web site, accotinkuuc.uua.org.
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.