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The Sunday, Jan. 23, service at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun will explore how our spiritual health influences our physical health. In a service titled, "Healing Happens," parishioner and former president of UUCL, Peggy Fallon, examines the philosophy of living in accordance with the shared moral principals of major religions to maintain a healthier and happier life. UUCL welcomes everyone to attend Sunday services, held at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., at the UUCL chapel, 20460 Gleedsville Road, Leesburg. Visit the Web site www.uuloudoun.org or call the church at 703-737-7644.
The international-acclaimed Purdue Varsity Glee Club will present a concert at the Sterling United Methodist Church, Friday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m., in the church sanctuary. Admission is free, however, a goodwill offering will be accepted. SUMC is located at 304 E. Church Road, Sterling. Call 703-430-6455.
The Rev. John Morehouse will examine the process of moving on in his sermon, "Letting Go," at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun on Sunday, Jan. 30. UUCL welcomes everyone to attend Sunday services, held at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., at the UUCL chapel, 20460 Gleedsville Road, Leesburg. Visit the Web site, www.uuloudoun.org or call the church at 703-737-7644.
James Stafford will be leading a Bible for Liberals at the Unitarian Universalists of Sterling, taking a literary and critical approach to the Bible. The ancient historical, cultural, literary and religious heritage both in and beyond the Bible will be explored. Open to those who have and those who have not read the Bible. Bible for Liberals meetings occur every second Sunday, January through June, from 12:30 -2:30 p.m. These meeting are designed to be casual, drop in,
stand-alone sessions. The session will be held at the Sterling Oaks Commerce Center at 21355 Davis Drive near Route 28 and Church Road. Call 703-406-3068 or visit uusterling.org.
Saint Matthew's sermon series, The Jesus Diet: 3 Steps to a New You began Jan. 2 and continues for three weeks, and looks to Jesus as a way to shed the extra weight that comes from fear, guilt, debt and stress. Saint MatthewÕs Episcopal Church, 201 E. Frederick Drive in Sterling. Call 703-430-2121 or visit www.stmatthewssterling.org.
"The Separation of Church and State: A Faith Perspective" will be the topic of the Rev. Roberta Finkelstein's service at the Unitarian Universalists of Sterling Sunday, Jan. 23, at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Finkelstein will talk about the spiritual, not religious, foundation of this nation, and how people of faith can best protect both their government and their faith communities. UUS meets every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m., at the Sterling Oaks Commerce Center at 22135 Davis Drive, near Route 28 and Church Road in the Sterling Oaks Commerce Center. Visit uusterling.org or call 703-406-3068.
The Loudoun Church Alliance is a formal association of churches of many denominations, founded two years ago. It works in the areas of youth development, international missions, evangelism outreach, and is now working to develop relationships with government and business. Contact founder and missionary Jack Stagman at jackstagman@adelphia.net.
The Unitarian Universalists of Sterling meet on Sunday mornings, at 10:30 a.m., at the Sterling Oaks Commerce Center at 21355 Davis Drive near Rt. 28 and Church Road. Call 703-406-3068 or visit uusterling.org.
"How Do I Deal With My Parents," New Life Christian Church's Teen Care Ministry, is offering a 13-week program for sixth-12th graders on how to deal with what happens when families split. Join other teens struggling with the same issues. Contact Lucy Martinez at lucy@community-impact.org or 703-220-5022 or Ron Furgerson, community care minister, at 703-266-0118.