HG on the 27th……Any Ideas

I was asked what was happening this Sunday at HG and I really didn’t know. So I look up the last post on this subject and found out that we had a big “?” assigned.  So I ask who’s going to be in town and who wants to get togther, at the church or else where?  Drop me a line if your in town and want to gather…. Jonborden04@msn.com

Nancy’s car vandalized – Update

As you all saw in a previous post, Nancy Cady’s car was vandalized last week.  The HG community stepped up and agreed to help with the repairs.  John Dale was amazing and worked with Nancy to get the car fixed.  It was an expensive repair, however – totaling almost $1400.  John graciously covered this expensein order to get the car fixed, but many have expressed a desire to help and have been asking how.  If you are able to help with reimbursing John, please make out a check to Fairlington Presbyterian Church an write “Deacon’s Fund-Nancy Cady” in the subject line.  You can give your check (or cash) to Jon Borden or Jan and they will take care of getting John reimbursed.  If you aren’t concerned with getting a tax receipt and would prefer, you can give funds to John Dale directly.

Saturday Afternoon Movie and Dinner!

Last Sunday at HG Jan mentioned a movie called “Precious” that many may never consider seeing. So I’m asking all to consider joining Jan in seeing this movie on Saturday. The plan is to meet at the Regal Potomac Yard Theater for the 3:45 showing; then heading some place for dinner and to talk about the movie.  (The location for dinner is up in the air and all suggestions are welcome!)

 “Precious” is about an overweight, illiterate African-American teen from Harlem who discovers an alternate path in life after she begins attending a new school. Clareece “Precious” Jones is only a teenager, yet she’s about to give birth to her second child. Unable to read or write, Clareece shows little prospect for the future until discovering that she has been accepted into an alternative school. There, with a little help from a sympathetic teacher (Paula Patton) and a kindly nurse (Lenny Kravitiz), the young girl receives something that most teens never get — a chance to start over. “Precious” an inspirational drama!

If you’re planning on coming out please let me know by email jonborden04@msn.com or phone 919-288-0583

Jon

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY AND/OR DINNER TONIGHT

Hey everyone I know this is last minute but thought I’d throw it out anyway.  Going to see Paranormal Activity tonight at the AMC Hoffman Center at 7:35.  The plan is to meet at the Galae Thai restaurant across from the theater (215 Swamp Fox Rd) at 5:30 then head to the movie(s).  I say movies because there are other show that some of you might want to see. Or feel free stop by for some great Thai food and good conversation.  If you can make it please let me know by email (jonborden04@msn.com) or text/call (919-288-0583) Hope to see you there!  Jon

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY AND/OR DINNER TONIGHT

Hey everyone I know this is last minute but thought I’d throw it out anyway.  Going to see Paranormal Activity tonight at the AMC Hoffman Center at 7:35.  The plan is to meet at the Galae Thai restaurant across from the theater (215 Swamp Fox Rd) at 5:30 then head to the movie(s).  I say movies because there are other show that some of you might want to see. Or feel free stop by for some great Thai food and good conversation.  If you can make it please let me know by email (jonborden04@msn.com) or text/call (919-288-0583) Hope to see you there!  Jon

Paranormal Activity CANCELED

For those who were on the fence about coming out tonight I have to give you a little push and tell you the event has been canceled.  If all goes well I will repost for either the 6 or 7 of Nov.  Jon

So who’s up for seeing “Paranormal Activity”?   I know I am and I’m looking for those who would like to join me this Friday evening? All the reviews say it’s a SCREAM……….    I’m thinking – we meet up at the Gallery Place Regal Theater  about 7:00 to grabs tickets for the 8:30 show;  then go grab some grub before we settle in for a little Paranormal Activity!!!!!!!   Jon   JonBorden04@msn.com

Painting Party

Looking to have a little fun, spend some time with friends and do a good deed?  Well then mark your calendar for the afternoon (1:30-4:30) of 27 Sept and join me in painting the children’s class rooms at Fairlington Presbyterian Church.  There are two class rooms that need the walls and ceilings painted and it would be great to have at least 2-3 folks in each room.  If you can make it or think you can make it please let me know by sending an email to jonbordeno4@msn.com. Thanks! Jon

THAI AND ORPHAN SATURDAY NIGHT

MEETING FOR DINNER AT 6:00  MOVIE STARTS AT 7:20

Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Let’s get together for some good food and a movie!

The Plan – To meet up at Galae Thai Restaurant, 215 Swamp Fox Road, grab dinner and then walk around the corner to the AMC Theater to watch a movie about an outwardly angelic little girl who displays an unforeseen devilish streak upon moving into the home of her new adoptive parents.

I won’t have the exact time for gathering until after the movie time is posted on Wednesday, but I suspect it will be dinner around 5:30ish and the movie about 7ish; I’ll update this post once I know the times.

As always you’re free to RSVP me at jonborden04@msn.com or just keep an eye out for the exact time we’ll be gathering and just show up!

Thai and Orphan Saturday Night!

MEETING FOR DINNER AT 6:00  MOVIE STARTS AT 7:20

Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Let’s get together for some good food and a movie!

The Plan – To meet up at Galae Thai Restaurant, 215 Swamp Fox Road, grab dinner and then walk around the corner to the AMC Theater to watch a movie about an outwardly angelic little girl who displays an unforeseen devilish streak upon moving into the home of her new adoptive parents.

I won’t have the exact time for gathering until after the movie time is posted on Wednesday, but I suspect it will be dinner around 5:30ish and the movie about 7ish; I’ll update this post once I know the times.

As always you’re free to RSVP me at jonborden04@msn.com or just keep an eye out for the exact time we’ll be gathering and just show up!

Erin’s CD Release Show

Erin’s CD Release Show is tonight at Ebenezer’s Coffeehouse, 201 F Street NE from 8 to 10pm.  So I’m looking to see who all’s going and who would like to hook up before hand for dinner around 6:30ish at Union Station?  My plans are to be at Union Station between 6 & 6:30 if you can make it give me a call (919-288-0583) when you get there and I’ll tell you where I’m at or drop me an email beforehand if you have any suggestion on where to eat.   Jonborden04@msn.com

National Portrait Gallery

If you’re looking for something and some place “cool” to go and hang out at this Saturday how about meeting up at the National Portrait Gallery for lunch and a tour. Here’s the deal; the Museum Cafe is having a “Summer Feature — Hot Dogs as America” Featuring three authentic hot dogs from baseball cities across the country. We can meet at 12:30 pick our dog, have a great lunch and then tour the Museum. RSVP to jonborden04@msn.com or just show up!

New York Deli Dog– New York City’s delicatessen tradition brings us this great natural-casing beef frank topped off with sauerkraut and deli mustard.

Chicago Red Hot– A jumbo Vienna Beef frank on a poppy seed bun, is “dragged through the garden,” topped with mustard, relish, onion, tomato, dill pickle, peppers, and a dash of celery salt.

Fenway Frank– Boiled and grilled Fenway-style, a beef hot dog served on a New England-style bun and covered with mustard and relish.

Finish Painters Needed

Folks we are down to the wire in getting the Fellowship Hall painted and are looking for folks who can come by tonight and or tomorrow night to help finish the project.

What we have left is:

·         Completing mid and upper level white trim

·         Doors

·         Window Trim

·         Hang Blinds

·         Store Ladders and other Paint Supplies

If you can spare a couple of hours tonight or tomorrow please just show up after 6:30 ready to spread a little paint.  Thanks,  Jon

 

CAR POOLING TO THE MENS RETREAT!

I’ve had some inquires about folks car pooling to the men’s retreat this weekend. If you are interested please let me know by Thursday evening; If you can you drive or prefer to be a passenger? If you want to drive how many men can you accommodate?

The plan would be to meet in the parking lot of the Church between 7:45 and 7:55 so you can be on the road by 8:00.

Matt and I will be going up Friday evening to set things up and look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday.

Thanks,

Jon
jonbordeno4@msn.com

Star Trek the IMAX way!

Hi – All….. Just want to remind everyone about going to the movie on Wednesday Evening!             If you are planning to attend please let me know so I can make sure no one is missed!  RSVP jonborden04@msn.com

Star Trek the IMAX way!

    ****** JUST LOOKING TO GET A HEAD COUNT IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND!****    Come one – Come all to experience Star Trek as it was meant to be seen. Join the Trekies and non-Trekies for a night at the movies. If you can make it please let me know at jonborden04@msn.com If folks are interested maybe we can find a place to have dinner prior to the movie….all suggestions welcome!

Tickets are $14.50

Star Trek: The IMAX Experience
2 hrs. 6 min.
(PG-13), for sci-fi action and violence and brief sexual content

Showtime & Date
7:10pm, the evening of
Wed, May 20th

AMC Hoffman Center 22
206 Swamp Fox Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22314
1-888-AMC-4FUN

Taste of Arlington

Come join your neighbors and friends Sunday for Lunch at the “Taste of Arlington”! We will be gathering at Fairlington Presbyterian Church, at 12:45 to head over as a group or let us know you are going and we can meet you there. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased there.

Taste of Arlington® is an annual event that transforms the Ballston area into a lively street festival, complete with noteworthy restaurants, live entertainment and children’s activities. Attended by over 10,000 people each year, it is the largest single day event in Arlington. Proceeds of the event benefit Community Residences, a local non-profit organization that assists people with disabilities to live independently in the community.
The 2009 Taste of Arlington® will provid a deeper flavor of Arlington, showcasing the county’s urban villages such as Ballston, Clarendon, Columbia Pike, Rosslyn, Shirlington, Crystal City and Pentagon City. Over 40 restaurants will participate.
The event is hosted by the Ballston-Virginia Square Partnership, in partnership with the Clarendon Alliance, Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization, Rosslyn Renaissance and the National Science Foundation.

http://tasteofarlington.com/

Sunday Morning Conversation Series

“The Starfish and the Spider”
Starting in two weeks—Sunday, May 17th at 9:30am
The “Sunday Morning Conversation Series” is a way for our community to discuss, converse, and grapple with how to best love God, one another, and our neighbors in the 21st Century.
For four weeks, beginning Sunday, May 17th and running until Sunday, June 7th, we will be tackling the recently published influential business and organizational theory book, The Starfish and the Spider: The Unstoppable Power of Leaderless Organizations. This book has been described as “a must read” and “a breezy and entertaining look at how decentralization is changing many organizations.”
The book is available for purchase for $10 in the Cowsert Parlor.
Sunday, May 17th, we will be discussing the Introduction and Chapters 1 and 2 (the first 56 pages). However, we will give a brief overview of each week’s reading so all are welcome to these conversations, even if you have not already read the section

Carpenter’s Cook-off

This Sunday, April 26th, a group of us will be supporting the Carpenter’s Shelter by attending their annual Cook-off featuring 24 restaurants and great entertainment.  The Carpenter’s Shelter provides homeless families in Alexandria temporary housing.

Everything gets rolling at noon (those of us coming from the morning worship gathering will be later) with live entertainment starting at 1:30pm at The Birchmere (3901 Mount Vernon Ave).

Tickets are available at the door for $40 per adult, $5 per child (ages 6-17), and free for kids 5 and under.  Tickets are available in advance for $35 for adults by calling 703.548.7500.

Friday Night Movie Outing – NOW AT 7PM

AMC THEATER HAS CHANGED THE START TIME TO 7 PM

Let’s all go out to the movies this Friday Night and see “The Reader”! It’s playing in Shirlington at the AMC Theater and starts at 7:15. And for those that can make it, how about dinner; 6:00 at the Thai restaurant. If you can make it to dinner, I’ll need a head count by 3:00 Friday; so I can make reservation. I would also suggest purchasing your movie ticket in advance!!!! Then there’s the option for dessert after the movie???

Margie in Jordan, Chapter 1 (Wahid)

Greetings to my friends at Holy Grounds! I am starting my third week here in Amman, Jordan and I know this is my place in this world (not a reference to Micheal W. Smith) for the time being. I am still living with my contact/host/boss which was really great the first weekend, okay for the first week, annoying the second week, and I’m scared of what this week brings. I thought I had an apartment lined up, but the landlord changed their asking price at the last minute. I’m trying not to be discouraged, as I’m not homeless and am saving a lot of money by living with Njoud, but I literally have to follow her around all the time. I do have two possibilities (one of which is living in my work’s basement) so please keep this situation in your prayers. I am so ready to talk to people, walk the streets, buy food, and explore ministry and Arabic lesson possibilities.

My work at PTEE is going well. The tasks I’ve been given thus far are very easy and I feel like I did them well. I hope that they will move me past administrative stuff and give me some grant writing and program planning experience, but it may be a couple months. I love the organization’s goal, and my coworkers are fantastic. About five are Jordanian, two are American (but lived here about 30 years), one Australian, and one woman who grew up here but has American citizenship.

The slow introduction to Jordan has allowed me to really think about what God has called me to here. Am I supposed to live in the outskirts of the city with the poor? Am I supposed to have community be a first priority? What life changes do I need to make to live appropriately? Do I make good friends with the other expats or do I keep my distance? Is earning money so I can stay, volunteering, learning Arabic, or something else my goal during this time?

I’ve had a lot of time to read, pray, keep in touch with my family, work out, and sleep. So besides a one night rebellion of the stomach last week, I feel great.

Thanks for all your prayers, I’ve been praying for you all too, and feel nostalgic when I see great events going on! Love to you all,

Margie

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