Announcements

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Sunday Worship
We worship on Sundays at 10:30am meets at Rivendell School. We translate services to Spanish/Servicios traducido simultáneamente al español. Please remember not to park in front of a residence when parking at Rivendell. Parking is available surrounding the Lee Community Center and park and the Little Ambassadors Academy parking lot. This service is also live-streamed.

February Fellowship Month Signups
February is fellowship month, a chance to get to know more people at Emmanuel through congregant led events. Sign up for an event at the links in the Friday email or using the QR codes in the lobby on Sunday morning!

Men’s Bonfire
The men of Emmanuel are invited to a bonfire at Benton's home in Falls Church on Sunday, February 2, at 7:30pm. Please email Benton to RSVP.

Project Belong Seminar @ MCB
Project Belong is hosting A Conversation with Tori Hope Petersen at McLean Bible Church on Saturday, February 8. Tori is a former foster youth who is a bestselling author and sought out national speaker. She is passionate about foster care reform, adoption advocacy, vulnerable populations, and seeing the love of God change people's lives. If you are interested in joining, sign up HERE or email Marianna Stone.

Youth Group Girls Galentine’s Day Event
The youth group girls are invited to a Valentine’s Day celebration on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 3pm. Email Marissa to RSVP.

Seminar on Mental Health & Parenting
Emmanuel is excited to partner with Arlington Bridge Builders to host a seminar on Mental Health & Parenting for the Hispanic community and families who Arlington Bridge Builders, RILA and Casa Chirilagua serve and care for. Invite family, friends, neighbors and your network to join us on Saturday, March 15, 3:00-6:30 pm. Register here.

Intro to Emmanuel
If you are new to Emmanuel and want to learn more about the church, you’re invited to an informal luncheon seminar Sunday, February 23, from 12:30pm-2:00pm. Handbooks are available in both English and Spanish. The luncheon also serves as our Membership Seminar, but attending does not obligate you to join the church. Please RSVP on Church Center.

Save-the-Date: Women and Men Days Away
Mark your calendar for separate Men and Women Days Away this Spring for a time of deeper fellowship and retreat. Women’s Day Away will be on May 3rd  and Men’s Day Away will be on May 31st, both hosted at McLean Presbyterian Church.

Internships at Emmanuel
We are looking to hire two interns who are interested in serving our Youth Group and generally with our church. Being a Youth Intern and a Church Ministry Intern will provide an opportunity to gain ministry experience in a diverse context, while also helping to support the work of Emmanuel. This 10-hour a week, paid position will go from September to June. You can pick up the job description in the lobby on Sunday. If you are interested or know of anyone who is interested contact Stephen Bates.

Rides for Marymount Students
Cru at Marymount is looking for volunteers to give students rides to Emmanuel on Sunday mornings. The campus is less than 5 minutes from Rivendell. If you're able to do so please contact Matt.

Help With Food Pantry Deliveries
Arlington Bridge Builders is looking for volunteers to serve as food pantry delivery drivers on Saturdays throughout the summer to neighbors in need. ABB meets at 11:30am and the deliveries usually take less than an hour. If you’re interested in serving, please contact the office.

Spiritual Practices
Emmanuel is introducing a series of spiritual practices for the congregation to explore together as one body in Christ. Each month, we will introduce a new spiritual practice, and will provide resources on how to engage more deeply. Visit our website to learn more, and contact Stephen Bates if you would like to sign up for scripture verse emails!

 Women's Emmanuel Soul Care Team
The Women's Emmanuel Soul Care Team is launching a prayer partner ministry to connect women together in prayer. Please sign up on the app or the link  if you would like to join.

Youth Mentor Opportunity
We are looking for male youth mentors to be a part of the youth ministry at Emmanuel in the fall. If you are interested in ministering to students at a crucial moment in their story, please contact Stephen Bates.

Volunteer with Emmanuel ESL
Come join the Emmanuel team to teach English as a Second Language (ESL)! We are looking for two motivated volunteers to assist with ESL classes that occur right after service at Rivendell. Students learn conversational English to become more familiar with speaking on various topics and to have easier phone conversations. Interested or have questions? Contact Judy Kauer or Kristine Leiphart.

Volunteer with Restoration Immigration Legal Aid
Restoration Immigration Legal Aid (RILA) hosts legal clinics for immigrants seeking asylum Wednesday evenings twice a month. Interested volunteers are invited to learn more at the next orientation. RSVP  for the Zoom link.