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SUMMARY:The Five Books of Moses
DESCRIPTION:The Old/First Testament begins with five books known collectively as the Pentateuch\, the Torah\, or the Five Books of Moses. These are books filled with familiar stories\, memorable characters\, ancient laws and liturgies\, and well-known words of wisdom. The origins of a place\, a people\, and a promise are all recorded here. Come and join Linda Lanam in this three week series\, as we explore what these first texts might have meant to their earliest audience and how they speak to us today.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/the-five-books-of-moses/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T093000
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a men’s fellowship breakfast on Saturday\, May 10 in Heritage Hall.  We will have a presentation on Artificial Intelligence (AI).  Our speaker is Pete O’Dell\, a CEO\, COO\, CIO\, entrepreneur of various companies in the technology\, intelligence\, cyber\, SAAS and AI space.  Pete is also an avid global fly fisherman.  Pete is currently the CEO of a new AI company\, www.perdata.ai\, developing an AI application targeting the building and enhancing of new trusted relationships\, friendships and antidote to loneliness.  Come and learn more about AI and Perdata.ai’s prototype product\, which may have real time applicability for building “community”\, along with great men’s fellowship! \nPlan to join us for bagels and coffee and to (re)connect with the men of our church. Friends are welcome to join us! \nRSVP here. \n 
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mens-fellowship-breakfast/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
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SUMMARY:The Five Books of Moses
DESCRIPTION:The Old/First Testament begins with five books known collectively as the Pentateuch\, the Torah\, or the Five Books of Moses. These are books filled with familiar stories\, memorable characters\, ancient laws and liturgies\, and well-known words of wisdom. The origins of a place\, a people\, and a promise are all recorded here. Come and join Linda Lanam in this three week series\, as we explore what these first texts might have meant to their earliest audience and how they speak to us today.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/the-five-books-of-moses/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250325T184137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T124411Z
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SUMMARY:The Five Books of Moses
DESCRIPTION:The Old/First Testament begins with five books known collectively as the Pentateuch\, the Torah\, or the Five Books of Moses. These are books filled with familiar stories\, memorable characters\, ancient laws and liturgies\, and well-known words of wisdom. The origins of a place\, a people\, and a promise are all recorded here. Come and join Linda Lanam in this three week series\, as we explore what these first texts might have meant to their earliest audience and how they speak to us today.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/the-five-books-of-moses/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250130T180250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T180250Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Welcoming the People of God\, Part 5
DESCRIPTION:Women comprise half of God’s people\, but their stories are fewer in the biblical narrative. Women’s ever-evolving roles in the leadership include ordination as elders in 1930 and as pastors in 1965. The Meeting House called our first female Pastor/Head of Staff in 2024. How do we continue the mindful work of welcome\, diversity\, and inclusion going forward\, even when we think we may be “done”? In this final class we will engage in practical brainstorming\, asking What’s Next? \nSpeakers: Rev. Katherine Stanford\, Linda Lanam\, and Jennifer Veech
URL:https://opmh.org/event/lenten-series-welcoming-the-people-of-god-part-5/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250130T180121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T180121Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Welcoming the People of God\, Part 4
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting House has long welcomed our LGBTQ+ siblings in Christ. But we each bring a diversity of experiences and relationships with our queer friends and family to our worshiping community. Using biblical texts\, our facilitators will offer insights into frequently asked questions as we equip ourselves to grow more welcoming at church\, at work\, and in our communities. \nSpeakers: Rev. Katherine Stanford and National Capital Presbytery’s Queerly Gathered Ministry
URL:https://opmh.org/event/lenten-series-welcoming-the-people-of-god-part-4/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250130T180328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T175135Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Welcoming the People of God\, Part 3
DESCRIPTION:How do we affirm and include our neurodivergent children and youth into the life of the church\, meeting them where they are as we all grow in faith? Our facilitators will help equip us by sharing leadership experience working with children in their development\, faith formation\, and alternative forms of worship. \nSpeakers: Dr. Ellen McCrary-Mayer\, PsyD. and Cali Bronkema\, Director of Next Generation Ministries\, Geneva Presbyterian Church
URL:https://opmh.org/event/lenten-series-welcoming-the-people-of-god-part-3/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250130T175836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T175836Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Welcoming the People of God\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Aging and caregiving are part of almost everyone’s experience as God’s people over our lifetimes. We will learn specific new ways to engage\, support\, and welcome our older members\, including those grappling with dementia\, along with their caregivers\, both in worship and at home. \nSpeakers: Rev. Ann Herlin and Mary Lee Anderson
URL:https://opmh.org/event/lenten-series-welcoming-the-people-of-god-part-2/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250130T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T180412Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Series: Welcoming the People of God\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Inclusivity has long been a hallmark and mission of the Meeting House over our 252-year history. Our first class in this five-week Lenten series draws from Rev. Katherine Stanford’s recent doctoral work and dissertation: “Re-membering the Body of Christ: Presbyterians Re-connecting Through Untold Stories Towards Serving with Energy\, Intelligence\, Imagination\, and Love.” She will lead us in considering who we’re called to be as God’s people. \nSpeaker:  Rev. Katherine Stanford
URL:https://opmh.org/event/lenten-series-welcoming-the-people-of-god-part-1/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250127T165403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T165403Z
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SUMMARY:Massanetta Springs Retreat & Conference Center
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we welcome guest preacher and speaker\, the Rev. Clayton Rascoe\, Executive Director of the Massanetta Springs Retreat and Conference Center. He’ll share all about the new and exciting programs and mission Massanetta will offer for 2025\, as well as the new development and physical enhancements of the center’s property.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/massanetta-springs-retreat-conference-center/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250127T165147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T165147Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations in Action on Dismantling Racism-Thinking Biblically about Racism and Liberation Theology
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Shelly Wood will provide insight and challenge us to think biblically about how to handle and combat racism and advocate for social justice in our community.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/conversations-in-action-on-dismantling-racism-thinking-biblically-about-racism-and-liberation-theology/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250127T151734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T165015Z
UID:1746-1739698200-1739701800@opmh.org
SUMMARY:Conversations in Action on Dismantling Racism-Presbyterian Outlook: Reparations
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, we will read and discuss an article (or more) from The Presbyterian Outlook magazine about Reparations: How do we right the wrongs of history?
URL:https://opmh.org/event/conversations-in-action-on-dismantling-racism-presbyterian-outlook-reparations/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20250127T151559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T151559Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations in Action on Dismantling Racism-The Alexandria Community Remembrance Project
DESCRIPTION:Gretchen Bulova and Tiffany Pache will update OPMH on the events\, activities\, and memorial scholarships that Alexandria Community Remembrance Project has launched since our October 2023 adult education class.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/conversations-in-action-on-dismantling-racism-the-alexandria-community-remembrance-project/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241223T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T194043Z
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SUMMARY:Mt. Vernon Cares
DESCRIPTION:Mt Vernon Cares started as a group of MVHS special education teachers that saw a need for bringing their community together in support of their students and their families. Their primary vehicle for reimagining the way our community interacts with their most vulnerable population became the Gobblepalooza 5k Turkey Trot. Despite the pandemic and school closures\, they celebrated their 16th consecutive event by adding a 10k. Their fundraising efforts support their music therapy programming\, various student run organizations and sports\, scholarships and have even been used in aiding international disaster relief campaigns. In conjunction with the gracious local businesses and neighbors that allow their roads to be closed the Saturday before Thanksgiving\, MVHS has celebrated this long-standing “trot-ition” while thinking globally and acting locally.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/mt-vernon-cares/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241223T172527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T172527Z
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SUMMARY:Dance for Parkinson’s Disease
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Elizabeth Spatz and George Mason University Assistant Professor Shaun D’Arcy will discuss Mark Morris Dance Group’s researched-backed Dance for PD® program. These uplifting movement-based classes offer physical benefits and help to reduce social isolation commonly associated with this neurological disease. Spatz and D’Arcy\, both faculty at Mason’s School of Dance\, believe in dance’s power to build community and inspire joy through movement. They will offer a taste of what participants experience in a typical Dance for PD class and provide information about in-person programs being offered locally including those held at George Mason University’s Fairfax campus. \nSpeakers: Shaun D’Arcy and Elizabeth Spatz
URL:https://opmh.org/event/dance-for-parkinsons-disease/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241223T171401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T171401Z
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SUMMARY:Loving Hands Touch Ministry\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Loving Hands Touch Ministry\, Inc. is a compassionate non-profit organization committed to fostering the well-being and empowerment of families by delivering comprehensive community programs and services. With a holistic approach\, the organization addresses physical health\, intellectual development\, social connections\, and spiritual growth\, creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive in every aspect of life. By cultivating supportive environments and promoting equitable access to resources\, Loving Hands Touch Ministry inspires resilience\, uplifts communities\, and helps individuals achieve their fullest potential while strengthening the bonds that unite families and neighbors. \nSpeakers: Dr. May Samba and Andrew Yeboah
URL:https://opmh.org/event/loving-hands-touch-ministry-inc/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241223T171246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T171246Z
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SUMMARY:Hands on Harvests: Caring for our Community One Tomato at a Time
DESCRIPTION:Hands On Harvests started during the pandemic to encourage vegetable gardeners to donate surplus harvest. Four years later\, HOH still supports all gardeners wherever they grow\, but also builds and manages vegetable gardens for people who need better access to affordable\, fresh produce. This session will share how HOH cultivates communities of gardeners; attendees are invited to bring vegetable and herb seeds to swap. Speaker: Stacey Evers
URL:https://opmh.org/event/hands-on-harvests-caring-for-our-community-one-tomato-at-a-time/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241113T205516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T183454Z
UID:1510-1734859800-1734863400@opmh.org
SUMMARY:A Dickens Christmas: Hearing the Gospel through Charles Dickens’s "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Each year at Advent\, Christians everywhere revisit a certain old Victorian moral story. The images of snow-covered English cobblestone streets\, the sentimentally-portrayed ragged poor\, and the ever-more familiar plot line don’t seem to grow tiresome through the years. Charles Dickens’s preachy little tale A Christmas Carol holds us captive like the returning relative we have come to expect—even yearn—to see every holiday season. \nDuring this season of Advent during our Sunday morning Adult Education hour\, we will look at the Advent lessons through Ebenezer Scrooge’s eyes. We will learn the traditional Advent lessons of Hope\, Faith\, Peace\, and Joy\, and we will also observe how Dickens shows us how Scrooge needs the lessons of Advent in his life. For Christians\, when Christ comes into our lives and is born in our hearts\, He becomes the Lord of our past\, present\, and future. Keeping this thought in mind\, Charles Dickens’ spirits of Christmas past\, Christmas present\, and Christmas future take on a new meaning in our lives. \nSuggested reading for this study: The Redemption of Scrooge by Matt Rawle. \nFacilitated by Linda Lanam\, Priscilla Andre-Colton\, and Rev. Dr. Shelly Wood
URL:https://opmh.org/event/a-dickens-christmas-hearing-the-gospel-through-charles-dickenss-a-christmas-carol-2024-12-22/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241113T205516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T183423Z
UID:1509-1734255000-1734258600@opmh.org
SUMMARY:A Dickens Christmas: Hearing the Gospel through Charles Dickens’s "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Each year at Advent\, Christians everywhere revisit a certain old Victorian moral story. The images of snow-covered English cobblestone streets\, the sentimentally-portrayed ragged poor\, and the ever-more familiar plot line don’t seem to grow tiresome through the years. Charles Dickens’s preachy little tale A Christmas Carol holds us captive like the returning relative we have come to expect—even yearn—to see every holiday season. \nDuring this season of Advent during our Sunday morning Adult Education hour\, we will look at the Advent lessons through Ebenezer Scrooge’s eyes. We will learn the traditional Advent lessons of Hope\, Faith\, Peace\, and Joy\, and we will also observe how Dickens shows us how Scrooge needs the lessons of Advent in his life. For Christians\, when Christ comes into our lives and is born in our hearts\, He becomes the Lord of our past\, present\, and future. Keeping this thought in mind\, Charles Dickens’ spirits of Christmas past\, Christmas present\, and Christmas future take on a new meaning in our lives. \nSuggested reading for this study: The Redemption of Scrooge by Matt Rawle. \nFacilitated by Linda Lanam\, Priscilla Andre-Colton\, and Rev. Dr. Shelly Wood
URL:https://opmh.org/event/a-dickens-christmas-hearing-the-gospel-through-charles-dickenss-a-christmas-carol-2024-12-15/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://opmh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12-all-speakers-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241114T211805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T132058Z
UID:1525-1733684400-1733689800@opmh.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Reading:  A Dickens of a Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 34th Annual Christmas Reading and Carols on Sunday\, December 8\, at 7:00 PM in Heritage Hall on the lowest level of Elliot House. We’ll share funny\, serious\, and poetic readings in anticipation of the coming of the Light. This event is FREE and open to all.\n \n• With texts by Celestine Sibley\, Peter Matthiesen\, Mary McElveen\, and others! \n• Read enthusiastically by Meeting House members and friends! \n• Come have a cookie and sing a carol or two!
URL:https://opmh.org/event/christmas-reading-a-dickens-of-a-christmas/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://opmh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/eric-2-rect.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241113T205516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T205047Z
UID:1507-1733650200-1733653800@opmh.org
SUMMARY:A Dickens Christmas: Hearing the Gospel through Charles Dickens’s "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Each year at Advent\, Christians everywhere revisit a certain old Victorian moral story. The images of snow-covered English cobblestone streets\, the sentimentally-portrayed ragged poor\, and the ever-more familiar plot line don’t seem to grow tiresome through the years. Charles Dickens’s preachy little tale A Christmas Carol holds us captive like the returning relative we have come to expect—even yearn—to see every holiday season. \nDuring this season of Advent during our Sunday morning Adult Education hour\, we will look at the Advent lessons through Ebenezer Scrooge’s eyes. We will learn the traditional Advent lessons of Hope\, Faith\, Peace\, and Joy\, and we will also observe how Dickens shows us how Scrooge needs the lessons of Advent in his life. For Christians\, when Christ comes into our lives and is born in our hearts\, He becomes the Lord of our past\, present\, and future. Keeping this thought in mind\, Charles Dickens’ spirits of Christmas past\, Christmas present\, and Christmas future take on a new meaning in our lives. \nSuggested reading for this study: The Redemption of Scrooge by Matt Rawle. \nFacilitated by Linda Lanam\, Priscilla Andre-Colton\, and Rev. Dr. Shelly Wood
URL:https://opmh.org/event/a-dickens-christmas-hearing-the-gospel-through-charles-dickenss-a-christmas-carol/2024-12-08/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://opmh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12-all-speakers-1-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241021T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T195809Z
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SUMMARY:Religion and Conflict: Lessons from Inter-Religious Engagement for our Intra-Christian Tensions\, Part 3
DESCRIPTION:While inter-religious dynamics continue to add fuel to conflict globally\, efforts to improve inter-religious understanding over recent years have shown promising results and offered useful tools for constructive engagement. Those tools—especially approaches that emphasize the importance of finding a shared ethical commitment—hold similar promise for improving contentious contemporary relationships between different Christian communities. This practically-focused class will consider how we might realize that promise. \nNovember 10 – Religion and Conflict: insights from religious dynamics in the Bosnian war of the late 20th century (this gets at the “why this matters” question) \nNovember 17 – Inter-Religious Engagement: insights on how best to engage the religious other (this gets into tools/approaches that have proven valuable in inter-religious engagements) \nNovember 24 Implications for Today: engaging the (arguably) most challenging contemporary religious “other”-the Christian with whom we disagree
URL:https://opmh.org/event/religion-and-conflict-lessons-from-inter-religious-engagement-for-our-intra-christian-tensions-part-3/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241021T185115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T195742Z
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SUMMARY:Religion and Conflict: Lessons from Inter-Religious Engagement for our Intra-Christian Tensions\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:While inter-religious dynamics continue to add fuel to conflict globally\, efforts to improve inter-religious understanding over recent years have shown promising results and offered useful tools for constructive engagement. Those tools—especially approaches that emphasize the importance of finding a shared ethical commitment—hold similar promise for improving contentious contemporary relationships between different Christian communities. This practically-focused class will consider how we might realize that promise. \nNovember 10 – Religion and Conflict: insights from religious dynamics in the Bosnian war of the late 20th century (this gets at the “why this matters” question) \nNovember 17 – Inter-Religious Engagement: insights on how best to engage the religious other (this gets into tools/approaches that have proven valuable in inter-religious engagements) \nNovember 24 Implications for Today: engaging the (arguably) most challenging contemporary religious “other”-the Christian with whom we disagree
URL:https://opmh.org/event/religion-and-conflict-lessons-from-inter-religious-engagement-for-our-intra-christian-tensions-part-2/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241021T184937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T195642Z
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SUMMARY:Religion and Conflict: Lessons from Inter-Religious Engagement for our  Intra-Christian Tensions
DESCRIPTION:While inter-religious dynamics continue to add fuel to conflict globally\, efforts to improve inter-religious understanding over recent years have shown promising results and offered useful tools for constructive engagement. Those tools—especially approaches that emphasize the importance of finding a shared ethical commitment—hold similar promise for improving contentious contemporary relationships between different Christian communities. This practically-focused class will consider how we might realize that promise. \nNovember 10 – Religion and Conflict: insights from religious dynamics in the Bosnian war of the late 20th century (this gets at the “why this matters” question) \nNovember 17 – Inter-Religious Engagement: insights on how best to engage the religious other (this gets into tools/approaches that have proven valuable in inter-religious engagements) \nNovember 24 Implications for Today: engaging the (arguably) most challenging contemporary religious “other”-the Christian with whom we disagree
URL:https://opmh.org/event/religion-and-conflict-lessons-from-inter-religious-engagement-for-our-intra-christian-tensions/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20240924T141823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T150028Z
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SUMMARY:How the PC(USA) is Serving in the World and in the United States
DESCRIPTION:We will welcome Susan Kriehbel who will talk about the status and ministry  of the PC(USA). Susan works part-time as the Associate for Migration Accompaniment Ministries to coordinate PC(USA) humanitarian response and advocacy on behalf of refugees\, asylum seekers and other forced migrants.  She coordinates PDA assistance and technical support to mid-councils and local task forces to equip congregations in their respective ministries.  She also works with other PC(USA) ministries and with ecumenical and interfaith partners to expand our capacity to serve refugees and other vulnerable migrants.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/1393/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20241008T122659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T122659Z
UID:1420-1729416600-1729420200@opmh.org
SUMMARY:How Image Influences Perception in Black History: Experience the Alexandria Black History Museums
DESCRIPTION:These classes were developed for the Meeting House by Ms. Audrey P. Davis. Ms. Davis worked for Alexandria city for many years before assuming her current position as the director of the Black History Museum. In addition to receiving many awards for her work\, Ms. Davis has served as president of the Alexandria Historical Society – and is active in other professional organizations. She is also one of the authors of African Americans of Alexandria\, Virginia: Beacons of Light in the 20th Century. \nOn October 20 Ms. Davis will lead a class on Moss Kendrix\, an African American advertising guru in the early 1950s. Working for the Coca-Cola corporation\, Kendrix created marketing aimed at African Americans and opened up this market segment to large American companies. He banished the ‘Aunt Jemima’ image – and created ads the everyday African American family could relate to. The Black History Museum has a Moss Kendrix Collection that will be on exhibit this fall. \nPlease join us for this informative session this week and next week for a tour of the Freedom House Museum.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/how-image-influences-perception-in-black-history-experience-the-alexandria-black-history-museums/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20240816T140548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T141000Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Landscape of the Meeting House
DESCRIPTION:Please attend this important session led by the Stewardship & Finance ministry as we share with you our overall financial health and financial planning. It’s no secret that the landscape of American Christianity has changed rapidly in the past few decades. Among other things\, this is affecting how churches are funded\, yet there is hope for congregations who adapt. We’ll discuss the financial challenges and opportunities we’re facing\, and what we’re doing to position us for the next century of service. We’ll cover trends in our revenue\, expenses\, capital campaign\, endowments\, and more\, along with time for questions and answers.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/financial-landscape-of-the-meeting-house/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T094500
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20240521T122303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T160202Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Bible Study: Mark
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-week summer series on the earliest\, and shortest Gospel facilitated by Rev. Dr. Wood. All you need is your Bible. Come when you can! We will meet July 14\, 21 and 28 in Heritage Hall and on Zoom. Childcare will be available.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/summer-bible-study-mark-2024-07-21/2024-08-04/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
CATEGORIES:adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T094500
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20240521T122303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T155910Z
UID:1207-1720947600-1722159900@opmh.org
SUMMARY:Summer Bible Study: Mark
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-week summer series on the earliest\, and shortest Gospel facilitated by Rev. Dr. Wood. All you need is your Bible. Come when you can! We will meet July 14\, 21 and 28 in Heritage Hall and on Zoom. Childcare will be available.
URL:https://opmh.org/event/summer-bible-study-mark/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
CATEGORIES:adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://opmh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-07-Bible-Study-800-x-900-px.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T170253
CREATED:20240327T144637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161935Z
UID:1127-1716111000-1716114600@opmh.org
SUMMARY:Discover the Heart of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Join our Service and Justice Ministry for an enlightening adult education lesson where we will explore the inspiring world of Meeting House missions. Learn more about our initiatives like Family to Family\, Open Table\, and the Dismantling Racism Team\, as well as how we support other important causes such as the Alexandria Tutoring Consortium\, VOICE\, Prison Ministry\, ALIVE!\, and many more. Be a part of our journey to make a positive impact on our community and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and make a difference with the Meeting House!
URL:https://opmh.org/event/discover-the-heart-of-giving/
LOCATION:Old Presbyterian Meeting House\, Heritage Hall
CATEGORIES:adults
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