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May Friendship Day is observed on Friday, May 7, at 10 a.m., at Sydenstricker United Methodist Church, 8508 Hooes Road, Springfield. The theme of the service is "In Faith, Women Shape the Future through Friendship." May Friendship Day is sponsored by Church Women United.
The Metropolitan Community Church of Northern Virginia sponsors a Pet Blessing Festival at Providence Park, West Drive in Fairfax City on Saturday, May 8, at 1:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. In addition to the blessing ceremony, the festival features a memento photo booth, St. Francis medals for the blessed pets and representatives from animal rescue organizations. For those whose pets may be overwhelmed by attending this event ‘in person’, and for those whose pets have passed on, participants may bring a photograph for a memorial blessing. All dogs must be kept on a short leash; all other animals must be transported in a carrier or cage. Owners are asked to sign a “hold harmless” waiver in case of accident or injury to their animals and to confirm that their animals are current on their vaccinations.
Assemblies of God Missionary Barbara Klein speaks at the Jubilee Christian Center, 650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax., on Sunday, May 9, at the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services. She has been a missionary to Belgium. 703-383-1170.
Capital Christian Writers sponsors a workshop on Monday, May, 10, titled "The Creative Risk." Event begins at 7 p.m., and features guest speaker Evelyn Bence, author and former editor of religion at Doubleday and senior editor at Prison Fellowship. Workshop meets at historic Gunnell House, 10520 Main St., Fairfax, on the grounds of Truro Church.
Join Rabbi Laibi Wolf on Wednesday, May 12, at 8 p.m., at the McLean Hilton Tysons Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, for a lecture on spirituality, psychology and the Kabbalah. Lecture is $18 in advance, $20 at the door. For more information or to R.S.V.P, contact Rabbi Levi Deitsch at 703-356-3451 or ChabadTysons@aol.com. R.S.V.P. online at www.ChabadTysons.com.
SpiritSong presents "Just for the Joy of it," a program performed by New World Unity's musicians. They will share their hearts through original works that express the New Thought message. Desserts, fruits and beverages will follow. The event takes place Friday, May 14, at 8 p.m., at Abiding Presence Lutheran Church, 6304 Lee Chapel Road, Burke. Tickets are $10 in advanced, $15 at the door. For tickets or information, call 703-690-7925 or visit www.NewWorldUnity.org.
Messiah United Methodist Church hosts a Divorce Recovery Workshop on Wednesday evenings, through May 12, from 7:30-9 p.m. The 8-week seminar is designed to help divorced and separated persons heal wounds and help them grow through the situation in a supportive atmosphere. Child care is provided upon request. The church is located at 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. Call Shari at 703-569-9862, Ext. 213.
Join Rev. Susan Goff at 6320 Hanover Ave., Springfield.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church starts a new Bible group titled "The Way Back to Mayberry" based on "The Andy Griffith Show." Participants will watch an episode of "The Andy Griffith Show" and discuss biblical texts that support the moral lesson portrayed in the show. This group will meet Wednesday, May 12, at 7 p.m. at 5800 Backlick Road, Springfield. Call 703-451-4331.
Gospel Music. The music ministry of Sydenstricker United Methodist Church, 8508 Hooes Road, Springfield presents "A Night of Gospel Music and African American Spirituals" on Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Also, a free dinner will be served prior to the Saturday night concert at 6:30 p.m. Dinner reservations are required. Call 703-451-8223 or visit www.sumcdisciples.org for details.
Christ Presbyterian Church hosts its second annual Family Fair on Saturday, May 15, from 10-2 p.m., rain or shine, at 12410 Lee-Jackson Highway, Fairfax. The Fair will feature a moon bounce, numerous games and prizes, cotton candy, face painting, cakewalk, clowns, Fairfax Fire Station 21 Fire and Rescue vehicles and more. Proceeds from the Fair benefit The Autism Learning Center, WFCM Kid's in Crisis Program and Virginia Hospital Center's Medical Brigade. For more information call 703-278-8365.
Burke United Methodist Church hosts "The Parables as Keys to Healthy Relationships" on Sundays, May 16, and 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. This course is offered by Luminea Institute of the Center for Pastoral Counseling of Virginia and is taught by Rev. Doug Thorpe, Ph.D. It is designed to help participants unlock the secrets of healthy, satisfying relationships from the parables of Jesus. These simple stories harbor life-changing wisdom. This course is for anyone who wants better relationships and a deeper understanding of the Parables. The fee is $100/person for the four sessions. For more information, call 703-903-9696, Mary (ext. 251) or Kay (ext. 297).
The professional musicians of St. Mark's Lutheran Church presents "Springtime Serenade" on Sunday, May 16, at 4 p.m., in the church sanctuary. Event will feature Brass, woodwinds, organ and vocals. The church is located at 5800 Backlick Road, Springfield. For more information, call 703-451-4331 or visit www.stmarks-elca.org.
The Youth Department of the Jubilee Christian Center hosts a Youth Jam for seventh-12th graders on Friday, May 21, from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. The jam includes games and music, as well as drama by Masters Commission collegiate drama team. The event is free, except for food. The Jubilee Christian Center is located at 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax.
Masters Commission drama group presents drama skits during the 10:30 a.m., service on Sunday, May 23, at Jubilee Christian Center, 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. Free. Call 703-383-1170 for information.
Join Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation and Vienna Presbyterian Church host a joint service on "Healing Power of the Psalms" June 6, 7-8:30 p.m., at Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park St. N.E., Vienna. Child care is available by reservation only, 48 hours in advance, by calling 703-938-9050, extension 151.
Messiah United Methodist Church continues to have its Wednesday night programs called Successfully Single at 7:30 p.m., in room 206 in the church. These programs have informative speakers on interesting topics. Messiah United Church is located at 6215 Rolling Road in Springfield. For more information, call Shari Sadowski at 703/569-9862 x 213.
Harvest Church is currently examining the life, death and claims of Jesus Christ in its Sunday morning services at 10:30 a.m. The public is invited to hear this sermon series on The Passion of the Christ. Is it true or is it false? Harvest Church is located at 7401 Beulah St., in the Kingstowne area of Alexandria. Call 703-971-7070 for further information.
T.O.T. Preschool, a ministry of Sydenstricker United Methodist Church, begins its 17th year of operation in September. T.O.T. is a developmental, Christian program with degreed teachers and small classes. The school is located at 8508 Hooes Road, Springfield. Registration for fall 2004 is now being accepted. Call 703-644-6384. E-mail tot@sumcdisciples.org.
New World Unity Church offers a Sunday Celebration Service every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., at Irving Middle School, located at 8100 Old Keene Mill Road in Springfield. New World Unity Church is a spiritual community "consciously co-creating a peaceful, harmonious world that recognizes Oneness." Children's programs begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 703-690-7925 or visit www.NewWorldUnity.org.