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The Great Falls United Methodist Women are sponsoring a neighborhood yard sale on Saturday, July 12, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Great Falls United Methodist Church, 10100 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. Spaces cost $20 each, and tables are for rent at $10 each. Call Dorothy Harsher at 703-378-1337, Jane Ferrigno at 703-759-2083 or the church office at 703-759-3705 to reserve a space.
The First Baptist Church of Vienna is having Vacation Bible School July 7 through July 11, culminating with a picnic on July 12. The theme is "Explore the Power...Jesus!" The opening speaker on Monday night will be Ken Harvey, former Redskin player and author of children's books. Classes are provided for pre-school children through adults. The Bible will be explored through music, arts and crafts, dance and discussion. Activities include basketball, horseshoes, volleyball and wall climbing. Snacks will be provided daily, 6-6:30 p.m. Classes are 7-9 p.m. . Transportation can be provided if needed. Contact the church office at 703-938-8525 if interested in attending.
Great Falls United Methodist Church, 10100 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, will hold Vacation Bible School July 14-18, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., for children 3-12. The theme will be "Sonharvest County Fair" and will feature music, crafts, snacks, recreation and classroom fun. The cost is $30 per child or $75 per family. For volunteers, the cost is $10 per child or $30 per family. For information, call directors Deiadre Tucker at 703-444-8525 or Mary Anger at 703-759-0226.
Epiphany United Methodist Church, 1014 Country Club Drive, Vienna, will host its annual summer Vacation Bible School July 14-18, 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., for children age 3 through grade 4. Call the church during morning hours to register children, or stop by to pick up a registration form. For more information, call 703-938-3494.
"Lighthouse Kids, Shining God's Light" is the theme for the Church of the Good Shepherd Vacation Bible School this summer, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at the church, 2351 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna. Children ages 3 through fifth grade will meet Beak'n the Pelican and caring adults and young people who will help them become "lighthouse kids." Activities include Bible stories, crafts, music, recreation and snacks. The cost is $20 per child with a maximum of $50 per family. The registration deadline is Sunday, July 6. For more information or to register, call Stacey Tuggle at 703-281-3987.
Spiritual Art Camp, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-noon, at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 2351 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna. Rising fourth through sixth graders can participate in a week of embracing the creative spirit for exploration and inspiration. The cost is $130 per child. The registration deadline is Sunday, July 6. For more information, contact Pauline Daniels, 703-318-9877. To register, call Stacey Tuggle at 703-281-3987.
The Christ Presbyterian Church is looking for crafters for their annual craft bazaar. The craft bazaar will be Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the church, wich is located at 12410 Lee-Jackson Highway. Call Mary Jane at 703-378-6838 for an application.
Emmaus United Church of Christ offers an hour of quiet spiritual renewal as the focus for a weekly ecumenical group that meets at Emmaus United Church of Christ every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Led by JoAn Post, participants are gently guided through a time of centering, meditation and prayer. It is open to people of all faiths and requires no previous experience, only sincere desire. Emmaus is located at 900 Maple Ave. E. in Vienna. Call 703-281-9309 for more information
Emmanuel Lutheran Church has a full range of education, music, worship and outreach programs. Traditional worship is at 8:15 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 9:45 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.
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.
The International Chabad-Lubavitch organization is establishing a new Jewish institution, Chabad at Tysons, which will serve Vienna, McLean and Great Falls. Chabad welcomes all Jews regardless of background or affiliation. Activities will include holiday awareness programs, adult education, Shabbat and High Holiday services, and special children’s events. Call 703-356-3451 or 703-622-2953.
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.charleswesley umc.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 mid-week Bible study meets twice a month. Call 703-455-4003 for more information.