August Update
First, I want to say sorry all of you at Holy Grounds because I sent this out a couple of weeks ago and didn’t post it. I will try to be more faithful at posting my update on the website for those of you who don’t get my email update. I also wanted to say particularly to you, my sending church, that I thank God for each and every one of you. Sometimes I think about you all and my heart really longs to be there with you and partake... [Read More...]
HG Tonight
Hi all – We’ve had a bit of a change in plans and I will be leading tonight on the topic of our blessings. See you then! Steph More a2a_config.linkname="HG Tonight"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/29/hg-tonight-2/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
TONIGHT: Change in Location
Team, Sarah and John Dale’s house generously offered their house to cook out, so we will be changing our location start burgers at 7pm. Come hungry! Emily Directions? 512.853.0053 More a2a_config.linkname="TONIGHT: Change in Location"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/28/tonight-change-in-location/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Arrrr! It’s me matey’s birthday!
Greetings fellow buccaneers! Captn Wismer survived another pillaging year without walking the plank, and to celebrate, we are going to have a “serious game night,” as requested by the captn himself. Bring your favorite board games and show up at Stephanie’s ship at 8pm SATURDAY, or you’ll be food for the fishies. Grub will be provided. RSVP at emmianne86ATgmail.com. If you get lost of have questions drop me a line at 512.853.0053. SAILS... [Read More...]
HG this Sunday – Beth leading discussion on anxiety
This week, Beth Taylor will be leading a discussion on anxiety, stress and how people find peace when they feel this way. Come and join us Sunday night at 6:30pm to listen and share your thoughts and experiences as well. Hope to see you there! More a2a_config.linkname="HG this Sunday – Beth leading discussion on anxiety"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/19/hg-this-sunday-beth-leading-discussion-on-anxiety/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Hospitality Request
My friends Joe, Vladi, and Vicki (Vladi and Vicki are Russian exchange students) are doing some east coast travel and are in need of a place to stay this Friday and Saturday night. Anyone up for hosting them? They are planning to do a bunch of site seeing in DC and are happy with couches or air mattresses or whatever makes sense. Love and miss you all so much!!! More a2a_config.linkname="Hospitality Request"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/18/hospitality-request/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Sunday Night HG
I’m leading the content Sunday and hope you’ll be thinking about beautiful things. Ecclesiates 3:11 – God has made everything beautiful for its time. What is beautiful to you? And what beautiful things have you witnessed happening as part of the church? More a2a_config.linkname="Sunday Night HG"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/14/sunday-night-hg/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Game Night Tonight!
Hi friends! For those of you not in Pittsburgh this weekend, I’m hosting game night tonight at my place. Feel free to come over anytime after 6 pm. I’m planning to order pizza for dinner, so let me know if you want in on that. Call if you need directions – 612.708.0793. Steph More a2a_config.linkname="Game Night Tonight!"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/14/game-night-tonight/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Scott & Sasha Send-Off
Hey guys!!! So… Scott and Sasha will be back in town this weekend, and we’d like to give them an official send-off! Here’s the plan… we’ll all meet at FPC (3846 King Street Alexandria, VA 22302-1993) in the parking lot at 6:30, and then we’ll all carpool over to Guapo’s in Shirlington. If you want to come, but think you’re going to be a little late or can’t meet at the church, leave a comment... [Read More...]
‘Visiting Matt in Pittsburgh’
To all, I don’t know who’s planning on going, but as of right know I am. My plans are to leave early in the day on Friday; to beat out potential traffic and be able to enjoy the trip. If there is anyone who would like to car pool with me or have me haul something for you please let me know; I can take up to 4 passengers and cargo. Jon More a2a_config.linkname="‘Visiting Matt in Pittsburgh’"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/06/visiting-matt-in-pittsburgh-2/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Visiting Matt in Pittsburgh
I’m trying to get a headcount for the HG road trip to Pittsburgh: August 13-15. Would you send me an e-mail and let me know if you’re planning to come (and still planning to come if you’ve already let me know)? Can’t wait! More a2a_config.linkname="Visiting Matt in Pittsburgh"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/04/visiting-matt-in-pittsburgh/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Big Tent Christianity
This looks like an amazing conference: http://www.bigtentchristianity.com/ More a2a_config.linkname="Big Tent Christianity"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/08/02/1617/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
Converge Mid-Atlantic Community Gathering
This gathering brings together people from communities all over the Mid-Atlantic region to teach, conspire, and dream for God’s beautiful kingdom on Earth. A combination of seminars, practical skill shares, concerts, and plenary sessions will make this a great time together. Join us at Eden Valley Center (edenvalleycenter.org), a beautiful 100 acre farmland just 45 minutes north of D.C. We’ll be camping out, so bring tents, stoves, rain gear…more... [Read More...]
Who’s Coming to VBS Cookout??
Holy Grounders: Let me know if you’re planning to come to Vacation Bible School (in lieu of HG) this coming Sunday night, July 18, 6:00 to 7:30. (NOTE TIME CHANGE) Actually, know you are invited all 4 nights. The schedule is below: Sunday, July 18 (6pm – 7:30 pm) – Love the Lord your God with all your heart Chip Cagle from Capital Hospice “How to love people whose hearts are broken”. Monday, July 19 (6pm –... [Read More...]
Pirate Cruise Anyone?
Hi All!!! Ok, so… this past weekend, I took my family on a “Pirate Cruise” tour of the Potomac (more info @ http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/pirate-cruise.php). While I definitely enjoyed myself, we didn’t get the full effect because their regular pirate didn’t show, so one of the crew members had to step in. Long story short, I now have 8 vouchers to take the tour again for free. SO… if anyone wants one (0r more),... [Read More...]
Game night at Beth Taylor’s this Fri night
Hey guys, Beth is having some trouble jiggering the web site and asked me to remind you that she’s hosting game night at her place at Foxchase in Alexandria this Friday night, starting at 7pm. Drinks and light snacks will be served. Parking is on the street. Bring a game if you like. Call 757-652-6656 when you arrive. You can also ask me for more specific directions if you’re not familiar with Foxchase. -Hari More a2a_config.linkname="Game... [Read More...]
Good Day All and Happy 4th of july
So have a little story to tell you. Early last week Jan and Hari ask if I could help set up or close up after the 4th of July Sunday service and I agreed to close things up after the service. Then this morning just after 9am, while I was getting ready for church, I got a call from Katherine Stikkers asking for help. She was to be reading scripture during the service and staying after to pray with anyone who needs it. Well as fate would have it;... [Read More...]
HIGH NOON
OK 1/2 price burger fans; Monday is another holiday and with all Monday holidays 1/2 price burgers is at High Noon. More a2a_config.linkname="HIGH NOON"; a2a_config.linkurl="http://www.fairlingtonholygrounds.org/2010/07/02/high-noon/"; a2a.init("page"); Read More →
THANK YOU!
Thank you again to everyone who took time out of the day to help my roommate and I move on Saturday. Reportedly, it was the hottest day of the year, so I give my utmost thanks and my profoundest apologies all at the same time! We managed to paint most of the house that night and yesterday and should be finishing up tonight and tomorrow as needed. Thank you–we really could not have done it without you and owe everyone who helped a hand in moving... [Read More...]
New Date for Visit to Pittsburgh Aug 13-15
Ok, after talking to many of you, I’ve changed the Pittsburgh trip date to August 13-15. Can’t wait to have a bunch of you here. We’ll hang out. I’ll introduce you to the many great people I work with here. We’ll have a party and it would be a complete blast. Let me know if the dates work for you guys and if you’re planning to come so I can arrange sufficient accommodations. More a2a_config.linkname="New Date for Visit... [Read More...]
