Pender United Methodist Church will hold its Fall Flea Market and Women's Boutique on Thursday, Oct. 6 through Saturday, Oct. 8. The event offers new and better quality, as well as slightly used items. Located at Pender United Methodist Church, west of Fair Oaks Mall on the right-hand side.
Lord of Life Lutheran Church will offer a Service of Hope and Encouragement for those undergoing treatment for, the survivors of, and those who have been touched by breast cancer on Saturday, Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Through scripture, prayer, music and Communion, the service will give thanks to God. Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax. Call 703-323-9500 or go to www.lordoflifelutheran.com
Wellspring pastor Jeremy McLeod will speak Sunday, Oct. 9 on "the great banquet — just who is on that guest list?" There will be special music by the new Wellspring choir. Wellspring worships at 10 a.m., at Centreville Fire Station # 17, Old Centreville Road, Centreville. Sunday school for children meets during worship, and after the service there is fellowship with fair trade coffee and treats. Call Pastor Jeremy McLeod at 703-257-4111, or visit the Web site at Wellspringucc.org
Temple Beth Torah is a Reform Jewish congregation and member of the Union of Reform Judaism that meets at St. John's Episcopal Church in the heart of 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. The congregation welcomes all members of the community to attend its services or events. Call 703-263-2252 or visit www.BethTorah.net. Upcoming Services and Events:
* Sunday, Oct. 9, Religious School at Goddard School from 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
* Wednesday, Oct. 12, Kol Nidre Service at Parish Hall from 7:30–9:30 p.m.
* Thursday, Oct. 13, Yom Kippur Morning Service followed by Yizkor at Parish Hall from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Yom Kippur Afternoon Service at Parish Hall from 4-6 p.m. Break-the-Fast for pre-registered attendees approximately at 6 p.m.
* Sunday, Oct. 16, Religious School at the Goddard School from 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. TBT Youth Group Outing at Planet Splash and Play Roller Rink from 12:45 p.m.–3:30 p.m. E-mail Nancy Portee at nportee@cox.net if your child will be attending and you can drive and or chaperone, or if you have any questions. Ladies Night Out at Dolce Vita at 5:30 p.m.
* Friday, Oct. 21, Join Rabbi Block and Cantor Marsh for a Shabbat Service in the chapel from 7:30–9:30 p.m.
* Saturday, Oct. 22, Join Rabbi Block for a children’s Shabbat Service in the chapel. From 9:30–10:30 a.m.
St. John's Singers present "Bach to the Beatles" on Saturday, Oct. 15, 8 p.m. Join this talented group for a lively program of Madrigals, Broadway, and more. Free admission, but contributions for the music program are accepted. St. John's Episcopal Church is located at 5649 Mt. Gilead Rd., Centreville.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington is offering a 10-week therapeutic support group for survivors of sexual abuse to run from Monday, Oct. 17 to Dec. 19 in Arlington. The group will meet Monday evenings 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call Patricia Mudd, ACSW, Victim Assistance Coordinator at 703-841-2530.
Congregation Beth Emeth of Herndon will offer an Israeli Dancing class for beginners and beyond. The eight-session program will meet on Thursdays, beginning Oct. 20 and ending Dec. 22 at the synagogue. Participants will begin by learning simple line dances and progress to the most popular modern folk dances of Israel. Experience is not required. Non-slip shoes are recommended. The cost is $36 for members of Beth Emeth or W. Fairfax/E. Loudoun affiliated congregations; $45 for non-members. Beth Emeth is located at 12523 Lawyers Road, Herndon. Call 703-860-4515 ext. 127 or E-mail dawn@bethemeth.org
Community Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 8-11 a.m. Free clothing at Centreville Baptist Church, 15100 Lee Highway, Centreville. All who need clothing are invited to come and receive what they can use. Call Elaine Bonds at 703-830-3333 or visit www.cbcva.org.
Congregation Yad Shalom is a conservative synagogue located in Centreville which provides many programs that offer the experience of a Jewish lifestyle in a traditional format. Inquiries about participation in these special activities are encouraged by the local community.
* The K-2 Hebrew school for the children — a new format and new classes available for the fall semester!
* Special events for the high holidays — call for details.
For further information and/or directions, call Jon Sunray at 703-378-1463, or visit our Web site at www.yadshalom.com.
New Life Christian Church is launching its second season of the Authentic Masculinity Workshop. Men between the ages of 18 and up are encouraged to attend this workshop focused on teaching men to become better leaders, brothers, sons, husbands and fathers — the kind of men God wants them to be. Join a great group of guys learning the keys to "God-centered" manhood. The first of 24 workshops that will meet once a week on Monday nights starting Oct. 24. Workshops are free and are held at the New Life office at 4211 Pleasant Valley Road, Chantilly, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Visit www.authentic-masculinity.com for directions and information. Contact Mark Sheppard, 703-378-2964 or 703-598-4092.
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 the heart of 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. The congregation welcomes members of the community to attend any of the services or events. Call 703-263-2252 or visit www.BethTorah.net.
Upcoming Services and Events:
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. Go to 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 are 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.
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.
Capital Worship Center will hold weekly worship services at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, and Bible study and worship services on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. at Centre Ridge Elementary School, 14400 New Braddock Road, Centreville. Also offered at this time will be youth services, children's fellowship and a nursery. Call 703-530-8100.
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.
Body & Soul Aerobics and Strength Training Classes is a fitness program choreographed to today's Christian music, and offers great fellowship with other women. Classes are currently held at Centreville Baptist Church on Route 29 just south of Stone Road. Class times are Monday and Thursday, 9:30-11 a.m. and Saturday morning, 7:30 a.m. Call ahead for childcare at 703-830-3333.
Community Care Groups at New Life Christian Church
The following are ongoing support groups which 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.
* Dealing with Divorce — A Divorce Care Support Group. This is a video-based seminar group for people who are separated or divorced. The group is a place to receive sound information about ways to heal from the hurt and to cope with the life pressures which accompany separation and divorce. The group meets at 11 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.
Adults, single or married, are invited to join Saint Andrew Lutheran Church's Adult Fellowship team. Church is located at 14640 Soucy Place, Centreville. E-mail Pam Gehle at Gehles4@yahoo.com or Linda Schwarz at Linda.Schwarz@cox.net with any new ideas or interest in planning or hosting an event.
The Activity Center at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church is every Sunday after the 11 a.m. Service's Children's Sermon. Children ages 3-7 go to the preschool area while parents listen to the sermon without interruption from little ones. Adult volunteers who are scheduled about once every two to three months are needed. Church is located at 14640 Soucy Place, Centreville. Call Kathy Uffelman at 703-830-2768 with questions or to volunteer.