May 16 & 17
I’m (Matt P) going to be in DC and I hear that Lauren and Jan will be as well. What’s planned? Would love to hang out with a bunch of you? Love and miss you so much!!! More Read More →
Easter Sunrise Service
Hi all – This Sunday We are doing the traditional HG Easter Service at 6:15 am on Sunday (I know, I know, it’s crazy early but the sun rises at 6:45 and you can go back to bed). The service will be held at the Joanna Geiger Baptism Memorial Park (otherwise known as one of the little decks shooting into the water at Oronoco Bay Park in Alexandria). Easiest access is to go to the end of Pendleton Street where it hits the water. You... [Read More...]
Field Trip (and special guests!)
Hi friends, In case you haven’t heard, we’ve decided to join Sunday Night at Foundry this weekend for Let It Be: Worship With the Beatles. The service will start at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, and we’ll grab dinner together afterwards. Also, the wonderful Matt Pritchard and Joanna Geiger will be joining us! So many reasons to go! Let me know if you need a ride, and I’ll help you figure something out. Looking forward to seeing you... [Read More...]
Joanna is coming!
Hello HG friends! I have fantastic news! The wonderful Joanna Geiger is back in the country and will be sharing at HG on Sunday night (this week – January 8). Many of you know her, but for those of you who don’t, Joanna is a former Holy Groundser who has spent the last several years serving overseas with YWAM in Thailand and Australia. She’s going to be leading Sunday night and talking some about her experiences. She would... [Read More...]
Holidays with the Muppets
Hi friends, This coming Sunday night, Dec. 18, we’re holding an HG Christmas party. There will be a screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol, and we ask that everyone bring a snack to share. Join us, even if you haven’t been to HG for awhile. We’d love to see you. 6:00 p.m. in the basement of Fairlington Presbyterian Church. Bonus points if you wear an ugly holiday sweater. See you then! Whitney More Read More →
This Saturday: Help Paige Move!
Hi friends, What’s that? You don’t have any Saturday morning plans? You’re in luck! It’s time to reassemble the HG moving team to help Paige relocate from Fairlington to Crystal City. We’re meeting at her old place at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday (tomorrow!) to load and transport. She doesn’t have much in the way of furniture, so we should be able to get it all into cars. If you can bring yours, we’ll get this done... [Read More...]
HG Field Trip
Hi all, Tonight, HG will not be meeting at Fairlington. Instead, we’re taking it on the road for a progressive dinner! If you would like to join and have not yet received details, send me an email at whitney[dot]gent[at]gmail[dot]com. Starts at 3:00, ends at 9:00. See you there! Whitney More Read More →
21 Day Challenge
Hi all, Last Sunday night we talked about the story of Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42), wherein Jesus sets Martha straight for being more concerned with dinner details and hospitality than sitting at his feet. In an effort to really learn from this, we’ve decided to embark together upon a 21 day challenge. It supposedly takes 21 days to make or break a habit. So, should you wish to participate, we ask that you identify one behavior that you... [Read More...]
Sunday’s meeting
Has been cancelled. Most folks will be away on travel this weekend. We’ll resume on the first weekend in October. See you then! More Read More →
Please pray…
Hi friends - I’m posting to ask for your prayers for some friends of mine. My good friends Dale & Hannah in Pittsburgh just had a baby girl named Ruby. She was just diagnosed with a very serious heart defect (two holes in her heart) and has been admitted to the hospital. She’s having trouble breathing and hasn’t gained any weight since birth, even though she’s already 6 weeks old. The doctors can’t seem to... [Read More...]
No HG this Sunday
Hi all, We will not be holding Holy Grounds tomorrow due to the holiday weekend. However, I’m looking for a volunteer (or two) to lead next week. Please let me know if you are interested/willing. Thanks! Whitney More Read More →
Grappling in Chicago
Dear Holy Grounders, THANK YOU for what is among the best gifts I’ve ever been given. I really, really love the grappling hook and your grappling memories. It’s the only personal touch in my new office in my new position with Chicago Presbytery. Already it has not only soothed my soul, but it’s invited others to grapple with me. I cannot begin to tell you how much I appreciate all of you. Thanks especially to Steph for... [Read More...]
Sunday Night with Matt
Hi Kiddos!!! Steph just informed me that the infamous Matt will be leading on Sunday evening. I don’t know what the topic will be, but knowing Matt, I’m sure it’ll spark some awesome conversation SO, come on out this weekend and join us Sunday evening for some fantastic fellowship! More Read More →
Move Assistance Requested
Michael Dennis, the organist for Fairlington Presbyterian Church is looking for some help; please see the email he sent Hari below……… If you can help please contact Hari Hari, I’ve finally nailed down some info about what help I could use for my move. It’s Saturday, August 6 and I can start at 8AM. I need a couple of things: 1. Some helpers to load my U-Haul. I have an elevator reserved starting at 8AM that morning and just need... [Read More...]
Personal Favor
Hi Friends! I have a personal request to make to all of you in my “tribe.” I recently found out from a very dear friend of mine, Katie (some of you may have heard me talk about her (graphic designer who lives in Brooklyn)) that one of her sisters (Kendra (whom I would also consider a friend)) has been diagnosed with follicular lymphoma. While I am quite certain that I can count on all of you for prayers (which I love), I have another... [Read More...]
Next couple weeks
Hi friends! Just an update on the next couple of weeks at HG. Whitney is leading tomorrow (July 3), I’m leading the following week (July10), and Hari is up the 17th. If you’re available to lead after that, let me know and I’ll add you to the whiteboard tomorrow night. Happy 4th of July! Steph More Read More →
Tonight – Ryan leading
Hey friends - Ryan Page is going to lead at HG tonight (thanks Ryan!) – See you all at 6! Steph More Read More →
Leader for tomorrow
Hi friends we find ourselves in the same situation we were last week: we lack a leader for tomorrow’s hg Sunday gathering. So, if you’re willing to lead tomorrow, please let Stephanie or me know or just comment on this post Thanks! More Read More →
Tonight!
Hey all – Since no one appears to be able/willing to lead tonight, I’m thinking we officially cancel for the evening. Lauren and I are at our place, considering ordering Thai food, text me ASAP if you’re interested in joining us for dinner (or just hanging out). Thanks all! Steph More Read More →
Leader for tonight
Hi friends – Lauren and I realized we don’t have a plan for HG tonight. Anyone up for leading tonight (or in the next couple weeks for that matter)? More Read More →