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SUMMARY:Good Friday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death.\n\nJoin us for worship at 7:00 PM.\n\nChildcare is available upon request. Email Noelle Castin.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/good-friday-worship/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T120000
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SUMMARY:Chili Cook Off
DESCRIPTION:Who’s ready for chili? You know you are! Bring on the competition and tastings! When? March 22 after worship. If you would like to enter your finest chili for the contest please sign up below. Or\, sign up here to help out and/or bring additional food and drinks! \nThis is a youth fundraiser. All proceeds help offset out of pocket cost for youth to attend the summer trips to Montreat and Massanetta. Donations will be accepted. \nChili Cook Off Guidelines \n\nSign up to be a Chili Chef\nMake a big pot of chili for tasting (and of course for general consumption once the tasting is complete).\nIf possible\, bring your chili in a crock pot to stay warm or bring it already warm. There is limited space to heat your chili on-site. If you are going to 11:00 AM worship\, you may bring your chili to Fellowship Hall to plug in.\nPlease be in Fellowship Hall by 11:50 AM for set up so you are ready to serve by noon. Plan to stick around until the judging occurs (about 1:00 or 1:30 PM).\nPlease bring your own supplies if possible\, including potholders\, trivets\, ladle or serving spoon\, and any specialized condiments or garnishes that your chili requires. We will have some supplies\, but we may not have what you need.\nBe sure and label your belongings – crock pot\, pot\, ladle\, or anything else you bring. (But most importantly label your crock pot and lid\, especially if you will be attending worship.)\nThere will be 2 lines – 1 line of contestant chili and 1 line for general serving. The general serving line will have chili\, corn chips\, pasta\, grated cheese\, chopped onions\, sour cream\, hot sauce\, salad\, cornbread\, butter\, dessert and drinks.\nEach chili chef will be given a number and accompanying labeled tasting cups. Everyone who attends will be given a ballot to use to vote for their favorite chili.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
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SUMMARY:Faith 250 – Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes
DESCRIPTION:Faith 250\, Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes– A Lenten Soup and Study \nJoin us for 4 weeks during Lent where we will center on reading\, reflecting on\, and responding to Scripture as a community using the Faith 250 Scripture Project as a starting point.  At its core\, the project frames faith as a scripture‑shaped trust rooted in God’s ongoing work across history and within God’s people. \nWithin the conversations around the project\, faith is portrayed not as abstract belief but as participation—a living engagement with God’s story. Faith is explicitly tied to being a community of faith moving “into a better future\,” emphasizing that faith shapes how people live together\, reflect on history\, and respond to God’s call. \nThe project draws from the American Scripture Project\, which encourages reading foundational texts with honesty and depth. This approach suggests faith involves hearing scripture anew\, allowing it to question\, challenge\, guide\, and form us. It implies that faith is not passive acceptance\, but disciplined attention—seeing our lives\, our nation’s history\, and our future through the lens of God’s Word. \nWe invite you into a shared journey of reflection for Lent. This reinforces that faith is communal\, shaped by worship\, study\, and collective discernment. \nWeek 1\, February 25:  The New Colossus\, Emma Lazarus 1883. Values of shared humanity\, freedom and opportunity \nWeek 2\, March 4: The Declaration of Independence\, Thomas Jefferson 1776. Values of equality\, liberty\, right to challenge injustice\, the ability to live with American’s unfulfilled ideals \nWeek 3\, March 11: America the Beautiful\, Katherine Lee Bates\, 1895\, 1911. Values of physical beauty\, brotherhood\, moral aspiration \nWeek 4: March 18 What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Frederick Douglass\, 1852. Values of freedom\, equality\, honesty. \nOur evening will start with a Soup and Salad dinner followed by our study. If you’d like to help with dinner\, please sign up here. \nChildcare is available. Please send Noelle an email requesting childcare by Monday of the week you need it.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/soup-and-study-poetry-and-faith/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults,Class,Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T200000
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SUMMARY:Faith 250 – Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes
DESCRIPTION:Faith 250\, Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes– A Lenten Soup and Study \nJoin us for 4 weeks during Lent where we will center on reading\, reflecting on\, and responding to Scripture as a community using the Faith 250 Scripture Project as a starting point.  At its core\, the project frames faith as a scripture‑shaped trust rooted in God’s ongoing work across history and within God’s people. \nWithin the conversations around the project\, faith is portrayed not as abstract belief but as participation—a living engagement with God’s story. Faith is explicitly tied to being a community of faith moving “into a better future\,” emphasizing that faith shapes how people live together\, reflect on history\, and respond to God’s call. \nThe project draws from the American Scripture Project\, which encourages reading foundational texts with honesty and depth. This approach suggests faith involves hearing scripture anew\, allowing it to question\, challenge\, guide\, and form us. It implies that faith is not passive acceptance\, but disciplined attention—seeing our lives\, our nation’s history\, and our future through the lens of God’s Word. \nWe invite you into a shared journey of reflection for Lent. This reinforces that faith is communal\, shaped by worship\, study\, and collective discernment. \nWeek 1\, February 25:  The New Colossus\, Emma Lazarus 1883. Values of shared humanity\, freedom and opportunity \nWeek 2\, March 4: The Declaration of Independence\, Thomas Jefferson 1776. Values of equality\, liberty\, right to challenge injustice\, the ability to live with American’s unfulfilled ideals \nWeek 3\, March 11: America the Beautiful\, Katherine Lee Bates\, 1895\, 1911. Values of physical beauty\, brotherhood\, moral aspiration \nWeek 4: March 18 What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Frederick Douglass\, 1852. Values of freedom\, equality\, honesty. \nOur evening will start with a Soup and Salad dinner followed by our study. If you’d like to help with dinner\, please sign up here. \nChildcare is available. Please send Noelle an email requesting childcare by Monday of the week you need it.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/soup-and-study-poetry-and-faith/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults,Class,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T130000
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SUMMARY:Inova Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Every two seconds… Someone in the United States needs blood. You can help! Sign up for our Inova Blood Drive in Fellowship Hall (the lowest level of the Education Building) on March 8. \n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/inova-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20250910T113916Z
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SUMMARY:Faith 250 – Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes
DESCRIPTION:Faith 250\, Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes– A Lenten Soup and Study \nJoin us for 4 weeks during Lent where we will center on reading\, reflecting on\, and responding to Scripture as a community using the Faith 250 Scripture Project as a starting point.  At its core\, the project frames faith as a scripture‑shaped trust rooted in God’s ongoing work across history and within God’s people. \nWithin the conversations around the project\, faith is portrayed not as abstract belief but as participation—a living engagement with God’s story. Faith is explicitly tied to being a community of faith moving “into a better future\,” emphasizing that faith shapes how people live together\, reflect on history\, and respond to God’s call. \nThe project draws from the American Scripture Project\, which encourages reading foundational texts with honesty and depth. This approach suggests faith involves hearing scripture anew\, allowing it to question\, challenge\, guide\, and form us. It implies that faith is not passive acceptance\, but disciplined attention—seeing our lives\, our nation’s history\, and our future through the lens of God’s Word. \nWe invite you into a shared journey of reflection for Lent. This reinforces that faith is communal\, shaped by worship\, study\, and collective discernment. \nWeek 1\, February 25:  The New Colossus\, Emma Lazarus 1883. Values of shared humanity\, freedom and opportunity \nWeek 2\, March 4: The Declaration of Independence\, Thomas Jefferson 1776. Values of equality\, liberty\, right to challenge injustice\, the ability to live with American’s unfulfilled ideals \nWeek 3\, March 11: America the Beautiful\, Katherine Lee Bates\, 1895\, 1911. Values of physical beauty\, brotherhood\, moral aspiration \nWeek 4: March 18 What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Frederick Douglass\, 1852. Values of freedom\, equality\, honesty. \nOur evening will start with a Soup and Salad dinner followed by our study. If you’d like to help with dinner\, please sign up here. \nChildcare is available. Please send Noelle an email requesting childcare by Monday of the week you need it.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/soup-and-study-poetry-and-faith/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults,Class,Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
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SUMMARY:Faith 250 – Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes
DESCRIPTION:Faith 250\, Sacred Bonds\, Shared Hopes– A Lenten Soup and Study \nJoin us for 4 weeks during Lent where we will center on reading\, reflecting on\, and responding to Scripture as a community using the Faith 250 Scripture Project as a starting point.  At its core\, the project frames faith as a scripture‑shaped trust rooted in God’s ongoing work across history and within God’s people. \nWithin the conversations around the project\, faith is portrayed not as abstract belief but as participation—a living engagement with God’s story. Faith is explicitly tied to being a community of faith moving “into a better future\,” emphasizing that faith shapes how people live together\, reflect on history\, and respond to God’s call. \nThe project draws from the American Scripture Project\, which encourages reading foundational texts with honesty and depth. This approach suggests faith involves hearing scripture anew\, allowing it to question\, challenge\, guide\, and form us. It implies that faith is not passive acceptance\, but disciplined attention—seeing our lives\, our nation’s history\, and our future through the lens of God’s Word. \nWe invite you into a shared journey of reflection for Lent. This reinforces that faith is communal\, shaped by worship\, study\, and collective discernment. \nWeek 1\, February 25:  The New Colossus\, Emma Lazarus 1883. Values of shared humanity\, freedom and opportunity \nWeek 2\, March 4: The Declaration of Independence\, Thomas Jefferson 1776. Values of equality\, liberty\, right to challenge injustice\, the ability to live with American’s unfulfilled ideals \nWeek 3\, March 11: America the Beautiful\, Katherine Lee Bates\, 1895\, 1911. Values of physical beauty\, brotherhood\, moral aspiration \nWeek 4: March 18 What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Frederick Douglass\, 1852. Values of freedom\, equality\, honesty. \nOur evening will start with a Soup and Salad dinner followed by our study. If you’d like to help with dinner\, please sign up here. \nChildcare is available. Please send Noelle an email requesting childcare by Monday of the week you need it.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/soup-and-study-poetry-and-faith/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults,Class,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T093000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20241223T164453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T160505Z
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SUMMARY:PJs and Pancakes for Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:All children\, teens\, teachers and parents are invited to wear your PJs to church (yes\, parents\, this is allowed!) to celebrate the arrival of the kings and the star that lead them. We will enjoy breakfast and activities related to Epiphany in Fellowship Hall (the lowest level of the Education building). \nNo RSVP necessary! If you would like to bring juice or fruit\, please contact Mary Hill. \n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/pjs-and-pancakes-for-epiphany/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20231114T162540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T121010Z
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SUMMARY:Alternative Giving Market
DESCRIPTION:Shop at the 2025 Alternative Giving Virtual Market online December 1-31 at opmh.org/market. \nJoin us on Sunday\, December 14\, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Fellowship Hall for our annual Alternative Giving Market! Come explore the inspiring work of the Meeting House mission partners and find unique Christmas gifts that make a lasting difference—locally\, nationally\, and around the world. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to support and shop from organizations such as Alexandria Tutoring Consortium\, ALIVE!\, Club 3-4-5\, Dismantling Racism Team\, Family to Family\, Friends of the Guest House\, Neighborhood Health\, Open Table\, Senior Services\, VOICE\, Community Coalition for Haiti\, Kenya Programs\, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance\, Presbyterian Education Board Pakistan\, Rise Against Hunger and items from our Knitting Group. \nGive gifts that share hope\, compassion\, and change lives—come make a difference this Christmas season! \n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/alternative-giving-market/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T143000
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CREATED:20251107T160719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T141650Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Walk
DESCRIPTION:It’s baaaaack…after a five year hiatus..we are resuming the 7th Annual Meeting House Cookie Walk on Saturday\, December 6 from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM (or until the cookies sell out!) as part of the church’s community engagement with the Scottish Walk! Cookies will be available for $10/pound. Bring your own tin (or use ours) and choose your cookies. Funds are raised will benefit the ongoing preservation and maintenance of the Meeting House’s historic buildings and burial ground. \nWe need many bakers to make this event a success.  You can find complete instructions here.  Please email Andrea & Tobin Tracey if you plan to bake cookies (and/or dog treats). They hope to hear from you soon! \nCookie Drop Off: Friday\, December 5 from 4:00-6:00 PM or Saturday\, December 6\, 8:30-11:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. Contact Andrea and Tobin if these times are not manageable for you.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/cookie-walk/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T104500
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SUMMARY:Advent Celebration for All Ages
DESCRIPTION:“Advent” means “coming” — the coming of Jesus Christ into the world. As Christians around the globe prepare for Christmas\, we invite you to join us on the first Sunday of Advent for a joyful gathering of crafts\, coffee\, and conversation. \nAdvent Wreath Making\nLearn about the meaning of Advent\, light the first candle together\, and receive a special Advent blessing. We’ll provide wreath forms\, greens\, and candles. Feel free to bring extra greens and clippers to share! \nChrismon Crafting\nFrom beginners to seasoned crafters\, kids to adults—decorate pre-cut Chrismon shapes with provided materials. \nPine Cone Bird Feeders\nCreate simple feeders to bless our feathered friends this winter. \nFleece Blanket Tying\nHelp assemble cozy blankets for those in need or for your own home. \nJesse Tree Coloring Pages\nEnjoy quiet reflection through coloring—great for kids and adults alike. \nCome for the Crafts\, Stay for the Community! Whether you’re new to Advent traditions or have celebrated for years\, this is a beautiful way to begin the season.\nAll are welcome.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/advent-wreath-making-workshop-for-all-ages/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20250828T190105Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Kick Off BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Fall Starts with BBQ! We’re kicking off the youth season with Rocklands BBQ on September 14 from 5–7 PM in the churchyard.\nAll youth in grades 6-12 are welcome — bring your family\, your appetite\, and your energy. RSVP to Mary\, mpratt@opmh.org to let us know you’re coming.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/youth-kick-off-bbq/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20250707T183454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T192135Z
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SUMMARY:Music and Movement Classes
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Music Learning Theory\, Kodaly\, and Dalcroze music education methods\, students birth to 5 years old and their caregiver move and create music in each class. We’ll use shakers\, scarves\, rhythm sticks and more to find a steady beat and sing songs to learn to use our voices. Each child (or siblings for a family) must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the class. This not only helps engagement\, but it also allows caregivers to learn and take the skills home during the week. \n\n\n \nJoin us August 27 from 11 AM – 12 PM in Fellowship Hall.\n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/music-and-movement-classes/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20250707T183454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T192135Z
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SUMMARY:Music and Movement Classes
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Music Learning Theory\, Kodaly\, and Dalcroze music education methods\, students birth to 5 years old and their caregiver move and create music in each class. We’ll use shakers\, scarves\, rhythm sticks and more to find a steady beat and sing songs to learn to use our voices. Each child (or siblings for a family) must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the class. This not only helps engagement\, but it also allows caregivers to learn and take the skills home during the week. \n\n\n \nJoin us August 27 from 11 AM – 12 PM in Fellowship Hall.\n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/music-and-movement-classes/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T183000
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SUMMARY:Club 3-4-5
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 9\, from 5:00-6:45 PM\, the 3rd\,4th\, and 5th graders will be making dinner for the Youth Group. We’ll meet in Fellowship Hall to prepare dinner and then the children will join the youth for dinner. Please sign up to bring supplies for the dinner and we’ll need a few parents to stay and help. RSVP and sign-up here.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/club-3-4-5-2/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182551
CREATED:20240913T145952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T132200Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Week Connections\, Oct. 30 – Embracing Authentic Civility in a Disconnected World
DESCRIPTION:As we near the 2024 presidential election\, the Education Ministry at Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be offering a five-week speaker series on authentic civility. Authentic civility is the ability to have empathy and a desire to understand one another even amid our differences – whatever those differences may be. Not mere politeness to cover over awkward situations or to get us what we want\, but a real recognition that each of us is a part of the human community and that we all matter. \nAuthentic civility is not easy. It calls for enormous commitment and energy. It is so much easier to just ignore others\, or avoid them altogether. Life seems easier when we just stick with what we think we know and with what keeps us comfortable. But that’s unrealistic. Because like it or not\, we are all in this together. \nAuthentic and civil – something to be. It matters. For all of us. Join us. \nOctober 2 – Dr. Rick Elgendy\, Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, Wesley Theological Seminary\nDr. Elgendy\, the Martha Ashby Carr Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, teaches public theology and ethics and administers Wesley’s academic programs in public theology.  His research interests are animated by asking questions of subjectivity\, spirituality\, and politics at the intersection of political theology\, systematic theology\, and critical theory.  His first book\, Life Among the Powers: A Political Spirituality of Resistance\, is currently in preparation.  In addition to WTS\, he has taught at Lake Forest College and the University of Chicago. \nOctober 9 – The Rev. Dr. Ross Kane\, Associate Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture\, Virginia Theological Seminary\nDr. Ross Kane is a pastor and professor who writes and teaches about the complex intersections between theology\, ethics\, and culture. His latest book is The Good News of Church Politics. He teaches at Virginia Theological Seminary and his newsletter is available at rosskane.substack.com. \nOctober 16 – The Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben\, Chaplain\, US House of Representatives\nOn January 3\, 2021\, Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben\, Rear Admiral\, U.S. Navy (Retired)\,  was elected by the House and sworn in as the 62nd Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives. \nChaplain Kibben is an ordained Presbyterian Minister (PCUSA) and served over thirty years as a chaplain in the United States Navy\, completing her career as the U.S. Navy’s 26th Chief of Chaplains\, and previously the 18th Chaplain of the Marine Corps. Her military service comprises variety of both Navy and Marine Corps assignments where she served ashore\, at sea\, and abroad\, to include a combat-tour in Afghanistan. \nDr. Kibben is a graduate of Goucher College in Towson\, Maryland.  She received both her Master of Divinity and her Doctor of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary\, Princeton\, New Jersey.  She served as a Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace and holds a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. \nOctober 23 – Dr. Miranda Cruz – Professor of Historic Theology\, Indiana Wesleyan University\nMiranda Zapor Cruz is professor of historical theology at Indiana Wesleyan University. She holds a PhD in religion\, politics\, and society from Baylor University’s J. M. Dawson Institute of Church-State Studies and an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nOctober 30 – Jessie Mannisto\, Director of Debates\, Braver Angels\nJessie Mannisto is a former CIA leadership analyst\, Google Policy Fellow\, political activist\, and founder and editor emerita of Third Factor\, an online magazine\, podcast\, and membership community dedicated to the search for the higher path. With interests in psychology and philosophy\, she was drawn to the Braver Angels debate program as a way to productively channel that intellectual energy that we so often use to process—or to cloak—our more vulnerable emotions. After getting deeply involved in her local alliance’s debate program\, she was thrilled to come on board as Braver Angels’ Director of Debates in 2024. \nA proud native of Detroit and graduate of Kalamazoo College and the University of Michigan\, Jessie is now based in the Washington\, DC area. \nReading materials to consider as you prepare for this series: In Defense of Civility: How Religion Can Unite America on Seven Moral Issues that Divide Us by James Calvin Davis and How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mid-week-connections-oct-30-embracing-authentic-civility-in-a-disconnected-world/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mid-Week Connections\, Oct. 23 – Embracing Authentic Civility in a Disconnected World
DESCRIPTION:As we near the 2024 presidential election\, the Education Ministry at Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be offering a five-week speaker series on authentic civility. Authentic civility is the ability to have empathy and a desire to understand one another even amid our differences – whatever those differences may be. Not mere politeness to cover over awkward situations or to get us what we want\, but a real recognition that each of us is a part of the human community and that we all matter. \nAuthentic civility is not easy. It calls for enormous commitment and energy. It is so much easier to just ignore others\, or avoid them altogether. Life seems easier when we just stick with what we think we know and with what keeps us comfortable. But that’s unrealistic. Because like it or not\, we are all in this together. \nAuthentic and civil – something to be. It matters. For all of us. Join us. \nOctober 2 – Dr. Rick Elgendy\, Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, Wesley Theological Seminary\nDr. Elgendy\, the Martha Ashby Carr Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, teaches public theology and ethics and administers Wesley’s academic programs in public theology.  His research interests are animated by asking questions of subjectivity\, spirituality\, and politics at the intersection of political theology\, systematic theology\, and critical theory.  His first book\, Life Among the Powers: A Political Spirituality of Resistance\, is currently in preparation.  In addition to WTS\, he has taught at Lake Forest College and the University of Chicago. \nOctober 9 – The Rev. Dr. Ross Kane\, Associate Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture\, Virginia Theological Seminary\nDr. Ross Kane is a pastor and professor who writes and teaches about the complex intersections between theology\, ethics\, and culture. His latest book is The Good News of Church Politics. He teaches at Virginia Theological Seminary and his newsletter is available at rosskane.substack.com. \nOctober 16 – The Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben\, Chaplain\, US House of Representatives\nOn January 3\, 2021\, Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben\, Rear Admiral\, U.S. Navy (Retired)\,  was elected by the House and sworn in as the 62nd Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives. \nChaplain Kibben is an ordained Presbyterian Minister (PCUSA) and served over thirty years as a chaplain in the United States Navy\, completing her career as the U.S. Navy’s 26th Chief of Chaplains\, and previously the 18th Chaplain of the Marine Corps. Her military service comprises variety of both Navy and Marine Corps assignments where she served ashore\, at sea\, and abroad\, to include a combat-tour in Afghanistan. \nDr. Kibben is a graduate of Goucher College in Towson\, Maryland.  She received both her Master of Divinity and her Doctor of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary\, Princeton\, New Jersey.  She served as a Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace and holds a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. \nOctober 23 – Dr. Miranda Cruz – Professor of Historic Theology\, Indiana Wesleyan University\nMiranda Zapor Cruz has been named the director of The Sacred Alliance at Wesley Seminary. She began her role at the organization on September 15\, 2018. After the position recently became available\, Dr. Colleen Derr\, president of Wesley Seminary\, and Dr. Abson Joseph\, dean of the seminary\, approached Cruz after learning more about her skills and passions. “With Dr. Cruz’s interest in issues of equity\, justice and reconciliation\, we felt she could bring vibrant\, comprehensive leadership to the organization\,” Dr. Derr said. \nCruz hopes the organization can become a center for research in order to better serve the church. With the close relationship to Wesley Seminary and Indiana Wesleyan University\, The Sacred Alliance has access to resources that will help it become a strong advocate for reconciliation\, and Cruz sees opportunities to more fully utilize these resources. “I’m excited for the partnerships that we will form as we engage with scholars\, pastors\, community leaders and other organizations\,” Cruz said. “I have many ideas\, and I know the existing Sacred Alliance team does as well\, so I’m excited to see where God leads.” Cruz plans to engage more deeply with specific issues in her field of interest\, specifically mutuality between men and women\, racial reconciliation and stewardship of the created world. \nShe currently works at Indiana Wesleyan University’s Marion campus as assistant professor of Christian Theology. She earned her Ph.D. in religion\, politics and society from Baylor University and her Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nThe Sacred Alliance is an organization that advocates for women in leadership and ministry through leadership development\, deployment and networking. The organization\, formerly associated with Southern Wesleyan University\, moved to its new home at Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University in the fall of 2016. \n  \nOctober 30 – Jessie Mannisto\, Director of Debates\, Braver Angels\nJessie Mannisto is the Director of Debates for Braver Angels\, as well as a former CIA leadership analyst\, Google Policy Fellow\, writer\, editor\, and podcaster. With interests in psychology and philosophy\, she was drawn to the Braver Angels debate program as a way to productively channel that intellectual energy that we so often use to process—or to cloak—our more vulnerable emotions. After getting deeply involved in the DC Alliance’s local debate program\, she was thrilled to assume the directorship of the national program earlier this year. \nReading materials to consider as you prepare for this series: In Defense of Civility: How Religion Can Unite America on Seven Moral Issues that Divide Us by James Calvin Davis and How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mid-week-connections-oct-23-embracing-authentic-civility-in-a-disconnected-world/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mid-Week Connections\, Oct. 16 – Embracing Authentic Civility in a Disconnected World
DESCRIPTION:As we near the 2024 presidential election\, the Education Ministry at Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be offering a five-week speaker series on authentic civility. Authentic civility is the ability to have empathy and a desire to understand one another even amid our differences – whatever those differences may be. Not mere politeness to cover over awkward situations or to get us what we want\, but a real recognition that each of us is a part of the human community and that we all matter. \nAuthentic civility is not easy. It calls for enormous commitment and energy. It is so much easier to just ignore others\, or avoid them altogether. Life seems easier when we just stick with what we think we know and with what keeps us comfortable. But that’s unrealistic. Because like it or not\, we are all in this together. \nAuthentic and civil – something to be. It matters. For all of us. Join us. \nOctober 2 – Dr. Rick Elgendy\, Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, Wesley Theological Seminary\nDr. Elgendy\, the Martha Ashby Carr Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, teaches public theology and ethics and administers Wesley’s academic programs in public theology.  His research interests are animated by asking questions of subjectivity\, spirituality\, and politics at the intersection of political theology\, systematic theology\, and critical theory.  His first book\, Life Among the Powers: A Political Spirituality of Resistance\, is currently in preparation.  In addition to WTS\, he has taught at Lake Forest College and the University of Chicago. \nOctober 9 – The Rev. Dr. Ross Kane\, Associate Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture\, Virginia Theological Seminary\nDr. Ross Kane is a pastor and professor who writes and teaches about the complex intersections between theology\, ethics\, and culture. His latest book is The Good News of Church Politics. He teaches at Virginia Theological Seminary and his newsletter is available at rosskane.substack.com. \nOctober 16 – The Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben\, Chaplain\, US House of Representatives\nOn January 3\, 2021\, Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben\, Rear Admiral\, U.S. Navy (Retired)\,  was elected by the House and sworn in as the 62nd Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives. \nChaplain Kibben is an ordained Presbyterian Minister (PCUSA) and served over thirty years as a chaplain in the United States Navy\, completing her career as the U.S. Navy’s 26th Chief of Chaplains\, and previously the 18th Chaplain of the Marine Corps. Her military service comprises variety of both Navy and Marine Corps assignments where she served ashore\, at sea\, and abroad\, to include a combat-tour in Afghanistan. \nDr. Kibben is a graduate of Goucher College in Towson\, Maryland.  She received both her Master of Divinity and her Doctor of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary\, Princeton\, New Jersey.  She served as a Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace and holds a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. \nOctober 23 – Dr. Miranda Cruz – Professor of Historic Theology\, Indiana Wesleyan University\nMiranda Zapor Cruz is professor of historical theology at Indiana Wesleyan University. She holds a PhD in religion\, politics\, and society from Baylor University’s J. M. Dawson Institute of Church-State Studies and an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nOctober 30 – Jessie Mannisto\, Director of Debates\, Braver Angels\nJessie Mannisto is the Director of Debates for Braver Angels\, as well as a former CIA leadership analyst\, Google Policy Fellow\, writer\, editor\, and podcaster. With interests in psychology and philosophy\, she was drawn to the Braver Angels debate program as a way to productively channel that intellectual energy that we so often use to process—or to cloak—our more vulnerable emotions. After getting deeply involved in the DC Alliance’s local debate program\, she was thrilled to assume the directorship of the national program earlier this year. \nReading materials to consider as you prepare for this series: In Defense of Civility: How Religion Can Unite America on Seven Moral Issues that Divide Us by James Calvin Davis and How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mid-week-connections-oct-16-embracing-authentic-civility-in-a-disconnected-world/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults
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SUMMARY:Mid-Week Connections\, Oct. 9 – Embracing Authentic Civility in a Disconnected World
DESCRIPTION:As we near the 2024 presidential election\, the Education Ministry at Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be offering a five-week speaker series on authentic civility. Authentic civility is the ability to have empathy and a desire to understand one another even amid our differences – whatever those differences may be. Not mere politeness to cover over awkward situations or to get us what we want\, but a real recognition that each of us is a part of the human community and that we all matter. \nAuthentic civility is not easy. It calls for enormous commitment and energy. It is so much easier to just ignore others\, or avoid them altogether. Life seems easier when we just stick with what we think we know and with what keeps us comfortable. But that’s unrealistic. Because like it or not\, we are all in this together. \nAuthentic and civil – something to be. It matters. For all of us. Join us. \nOctober 2 – Dr. Rick Elgendy\, Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, Wesley Theological Seminary\nDr. Elgendy\, the Martha Ashby Carr Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, teaches public theology and ethics and administers Wesley’s academic programs in public theology.  His research interests are animated by asking questions of subjectivity\, spirituality\, and politics at the intersection of political theology\, systematic theology\, and critical theory.  His first book\, Life Among the Powers: A Political Spirituality of Resistance\, is currently in preparation.  In addition to WTS\, he has taught at Lake Forest College and the University of Chicago. \nOctober 9 – The Rev. Dr. Ross Kane\, Associate Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture\, Virginia Theological Seminary\nDr. Ross Kane is a pastor and professor who writes and teaches about the complex intersections between theology\, ethics\, and culture. His latest book is The Good News of Church Politics. He teaches at Virginia Theological Seminary and his newsletter is available at rosskane.substack.com. \nDr. Kane is fascinated by the intersections of culture and moral decision-making. He helps students explore religious practices and teachings that enable us to form communities of love and justice and consider what ones detract from such formation. His most recent book\, The Good News of Church Politics (Eerdmans\, 2024)\, shows how healthy Christian politics starts with loving neighbors and being a caring congregation. \nOctober 16 – The Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben\, Chaplain\, US House of Representatives\nOn January 3\, 2021\, Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben\, Rear Admiral\, U.S. Navy (Retired)\,  was elected by the House and sworn in as the 62nd Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives. \nChaplain Kibben is an ordained Presbyterian Minister (PCUSA) and served over thirty years as a chaplain in the United States Navy\, completing her career as the U.S. Navy’s 26th Chief of Chaplains\, and previously the 18th Chaplain of the Marine Corps. Her military service comprises variety of both Navy and Marine Corps assignments where she served ashore\, at sea\, and abroad\, to include a combat-tour in Afghanistan. \nDr. Kibben is a graduate of Goucher College in Towson\, Maryland.  She received both her Master of Divinity and her Doctor of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary\, Princeton\, New Jersey.  She served as a Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace and holds a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. \nOctober 23 – Dr. Miranda Cruz – Professor of Historic Theology\, Indiana Wesleyan University\nMiranda Zapor Cruz is professor of historical theology at Indiana Wesleyan University. She holds a PhD in religion\, politics\, and society from Baylor University’s J. M. Dawson Institute of Church-State Studies and an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nOctober 30 – Jessie Mannisto\, Director of Debates\, Braver Angels\nJessie Mannisto is the Director of Debates for Braver Angels\, as well as a former CIA leadership analyst\, Google Policy Fellow\, writer\, editor\, and podcaster. With interests in psychology and philosophy\, she was drawn to the Braver Angels debate program as a way to productively channel that intellectual energy that we so often use to process—or to cloak—our more vulnerable emotions. After getting deeply involved in the DC Alliance’s local debate program\, she was thrilled to assume the directorship of the national program earlier this year. \nReading materials to consider as you prepare for this series: In Defense of Civility: How Religion Can Unite America on Seven Moral Issues that Divide Us by James Calvin Davis and How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mid-week-connections-oct-9-embracing-authentic-civility-in-a-disconnected-world/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults
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SUMMARY:Mid-Week Connections\, Oct. 2 – Embracing Authentic Civility in a Disconnected World
DESCRIPTION:As we near the 2024 presidential election\, the Education Ministry at Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be offering a five-week speaker series on authentic civility. Authentic civility is the ability to have empathy and a desire to understand one another even amid our differences – whatever those differences may be. Not mere politeness to cover over awkward situations or to get us what we want\, but a real recognition that each of us is a part of the human community and that we all matter. \nAuthentic civility is not easy. It calls for enormous commitment and energy. It is so much easier to just ignore others\, or avoid them altogether. Life seems easier when we just stick with what we think we know and with what keeps us comfortable. But that’s unrealistic. Because like it or not\, we are all in this together. \nAuthentic and civil – something to be. It matters. For all of us. Join us. \nOctober 2 – Dr. Rick Elgendy\, Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, Wesley Theological Seminary\nDr. Elgendy\, the Martha Ashby Carr Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology\, teaches public theology and ethics and administers Wesley’s academic programs in public theology.  His research interests are animated by asking questions of subjectivity\, spirituality\, and politics at the intersection of political theology\, systematic theology\, and critical theory.  His first book\, Life Among the Powers: A Political Spirituality of Resistance\, is currently in preparation.  In addition to WTS\, he has taught at Lake Forest College and the University of Chicago. \nRick Elgendy\, teaches public theology and ethics at Wesley Seminary.  Here is an introduction to his presentation: \nThis is especially visible in relation to the election – not least because it almost forces a binary choice – but division is a major theme in public conversations right now.  If you’re paying attention to discourse in media\, you’ve seen calls for unity\, civility\, reconciliation\, in a way that may strike you as predictable.  “Making Thanksgiving Nice Again.” \nI want to convince you that a more theologically rigorous form of unity will delay these calls for reconciliation.  Or\, perhaps better\, that more vigorous work for reconciliation than we may assume is required to achieve their aims.  And if you’re already convinced of that\, great: I want to show my understanding of the theological imagination behind that argument and the practices it can inform.  In many ways\, this is my attempt to be receptive\, as a white man who is trained predominantly in the white theological tradition\, to corrections and arguments from other traditions of the church: in this case\, I have in mind Womanist theology in particular.  Some of these arguments are inspired from Emilie Townes\, whom I’ll mention again near the end of my comments. \nThat’s why I’ve asked that we name this session\, “Grace Over Civility”: because “civility” is far too small\, too flimsy\, to name the ethic of repairers of the breach.  When people invoke “civility\,” I think the substance of what they are reaching for is grace – but grace is larger\, fiercer\, more honest\, and more demanding than civility. \nAnd so\, after making an argument for how to understand our moment theologically\, in very broad terms\, I want to suggest how to reframe dialogue in ways that direct us toward grace rather than civility. \n  \nOctober 9 – The Rev. Dr. Ross Kane\, Associate Professor of Theology\, Ethics and Culture\, Virginia Theological Seminary\nDr. Ross Kane is a pastor and professor who writes and teaches about the complex intersections between theology\, ethics\, and culture. His latest book is The Good News of Church Politics. He teaches at Virginia Theological Seminary and his newsletter is available at rosskane.substack.com. \nOctober 16 – The Rev. Dr. Margaret Kibben\, Chaplain\, US House of Representatives\nOn January 3\, 2021\, Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben\, Rear Admiral\, U.S. Navy (Retired)\,  was elected by the House and sworn in as the 62nd Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives. \nChaplain Kibben is an ordained Presbyterian Minister (PCUSA) and served over thirty years as a chaplain in the United States Navy\, completing her career as the U.S. Navy’s 26th Chief of Chaplains\, and previously the 18th Chaplain of the Marine Corps. Her military service comprises variety of both Navy and Marine Corps assignments where she served ashore\, at sea\, and abroad\, to include a combat-tour in Afghanistan. \nDr. Kibben is a graduate of Goucher College in Towson\, Maryland.  She received both her Master of Divinity and her Doctor of Ministry from Princeton Theological Seminary\, Princeton\, New Jersey.  She served as a Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace and holds a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. \nOctober 23 – Dr. Miranda Cruz – Professor of Historic Theology\, Indiana Wesleyan University\nMiranda Zapor Cruz is professor of historical theology at Indiana Wesleyan University. She holds a PhD in religion\, politics\, and society from Baylor University’s J. M. Dawson Institute of Church-State Studies and an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nOctober 30 – Jessie Mannisto\, Director of Debates\, Braver Angels\nJessie Mannisto is the Director of Debates for Braver Angels\, as well as a former CIA leadership analyst\, Google Policy Fellow\, writer\, editor\, and podcaster. With interests in psychology and philosophy\, she was drawn to the Braver Angels debate program as a way to productively channel that intellectual energy that we so often use to process—or to cloak—our more vulnerable emotions. After getting deeply involved in the DC Alliance’s local debate program\, she was thrilled to assume the directorship of the national program earlier this year. \nReading materials to consider as you prepare for this series: In Defense of Civility: How Religion Can Unite America on Seven Moral Issues that Divide Us by James Calvin Davis and How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mid-week-connections-oct-2-embracing-authentic-civility-in-a-disconnected-world/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:adults
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SUMMARY:Club 3-4-5
DESCRIPTION:Club 3-4-5\, our 3rd\, 4th and 5th graders are gathering on Sunday\, September 22\, from 4:30 – 6:00 PM. We will make homemade pet treats to be given out the following Saturday at the Blessing of the Animals (you don’t have to attend the Blessing). Students will have fun with games\, pet-treat making\, and all-around fun! We could also use a few parent volunteers. Please RSVP to Ann.  \n*We’d like to have each family join us for a zoom planning session to help us determine the vision and calendar for Club 3-4-5. We have two options: Monday\, August 26\, at 10:00 AM and Wednesday\, September 11\, at 8:00 PM. If your schedule is flexible\, we ask that you attend the first meeting\, so we can get a head start on the year! Please RSVP to Ann\, to let us know which meetings you will attend. \nIf you have questions about the meetings or the program\, please contact Ann.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/club-3-4-5/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Installation" Service for  Rev. Dr. Shelly Wood
DESCRIPTION:The official installation service of the National Capital Presbytery will be held with multiple pastors at a church in Maryland. We will be having a special celebration service with all of the installation components on September 15 at 11:00 AM. We will have a special guest preacher\, Reverend Corey Nelson\, who serves as Senior Pastor/Head of Staff of the historic First Presbyterian Church of Fort Collins\, Colorado. He will preach at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. \nWe also welcome Reverend Rebecca Kirkpatrick from Bryn Mawr Presbyterian and Reverend Tara Spuhler McCabe who will be offering the charges to Shelly and to the congregation. \nA reception will take place after the 11:00 AM service. Be sure to join us!
URL:https://opmh.org/event/installation-service-for-rev-dr-shelly-wood/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Food & Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:After worship on Palm Sunday we will offer an expanded coffee hour in Fellowship Hall. Please join us for a light lunch and fellowship on March 24 – nothing fancy – just a chance to relax\, visit\, and connect after church. \nYou can sign up to help with set up\, hospitality\, clean up\, or bringing food.  If you’re bringing food\, please drop it off by 10:40 AM in Fellowship Hall.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/palm-sunday-food-fellowship/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Fellowhip Hall\, 323 S. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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