An Opportunity to Serve
The community I live in does work with Hispanic immigrants to the area. One of the specific things is Mujeres de Virtud, a ministry to women. Recently they went on a big retreat to New York state and their first Mujeres de Virtud meeting since that retreat will be happening this coming Saturday (April 18th). This will be a combined meeting between the Alexandria and Arlington groups which means they will have A LOT of kids and be needing a lot of help!
They will need help with:
1.) Childcare so the mothers can enjoy their meeting. It would be great if someone wants to put together a lesson and activity. Childcare starts at 3:30 PM and should conclude by 5:30 PM.
2.) Transportation from Chirilagua to Arlington starting at 3:00 PM. Transportation from Arlington to Chirilagua at 5:30 PM
If you’d be able to help with either of these needs, e-mail Dawnielle.
God Squad Leaders Needed for Next Two Sunday Mornings
God Squad is the worship experience for 8 to 12 year-old kids (they actually named it themselves) that takes place during the morning worship gathering each Sunday. I’m looking for someone to lead the time during the next two Sundays (April 12 and April 19). It’s a great way to begin building relationships with some incredible kids!
All supplies and weekly scripture lessons are provided. The kids also all have a journal in that box in case they want to reflect on anything. This week they are making Easter cards for the shut ins.
Your responsibility would just be to come a little before 11 and look through the materials for the week and then walk them through things during the 11am worship time.
Let me know if you are interested (even if you can’t do the next two weeks as there will be more opportunities): matt@fpcusa.org.
Society of St. Andrew Celebration and Potato Drop Saturday, March 28
To celebrate the work of the Society of St. Andrew ministries and to raise awareness about hunger, FUMC is hosting a special celebration event and Potato Drop on Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The Potato Drop will begin at 2:00 pm. The celebration will feature a presentation on the Society of St Andrew end-hunger ministries, remarks by Mike Waldmann, Executive Director of the Society of St. Andrew, and reflections by Fairlington members about their involvement in Fairlington’s hunger ministries. The Potato Drop will take place in the large parking lot immediately following the presentations. Come help unload a truck load of potatoes that will be delivered to food banks and shelters to the area. This is a family-friendly event with activities planned for small children. Please RSVP for the celebration and sign up to volunteer for the Potato Drop in the fellowship hall between services or contact Barbara Gomez at 703-671-7410 or bgblank@verizon.net. Light refreshments will be served.
Reminder: Justice to Others Service Day
Hi everyone!
Just wanted to remind you all that Sunday is the day of Service at Carpenter’s Shelter in Alexandria. The shelter is located at the intersection of First St and Henry St. Please arrive between 6:00-6:15 AM to start preparing the breakfast. Matt has waffles to use for cooking. Here are the needs remaining:
Oatmeal/Grits
Syrup
Fruit Syrups (which I can make with Jelly and Sugar)
Whipped Cream
Bacon
Eggs
If you would like to help, please email Matt, Jon, or Erin directly since comments do not automatically generate a notification.
Erin: eaw12185@gmail.com
Matt:me@mattpritchard.com
Jon: jonborden04@msn.com
Thanks everyone!