Announcements

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Kibera Missions Trip 
This summer, 13 members of Emmanuel will visit Kibera, Nairobi to serve alongside our partner ministry, Kenya Mercy Ministries & Pastor Makuku. Support the team. 

Call for Volunteers
We're looking for Sunday school teachers for next school year! Interested? Contact Angela Na. Youth Group (grades 6–12) also needs mentors—reach out to Marissa Diaz to learn more.

Arlington Bridge Builders Volunteer Opportunities
Join Coffee & Conversations - practice English with learners in a fun, informal setting at 5401 7th Rd S, Arlington on Fridays from 4:30-5:30pm. No sign-up needed—just drop in. Teens can volunteer too! Food Pantry Help - Lend a hand at 790 S Carlin Springs Rd (behind Community Church of God). Most needed: Weds/Thurs, 10 AM–3 PM, or Saturdays, 11 AM–3 PM. Great for families—kids can help stock shelves! The annual Backpack Drive will distribute over 500 backpacks to help disadvantaged children start the school year strong. Sponsor a backpack in the church lobby today. Volunteers are needed to help with this annual community event featuring games, food, and activities. We also need volunteers to greet neighbors at the Emmanuel table and share more about our church. Sign up to Volunteer.

Songs & S’mores
Join us in the courtyard for our annual sing-along to herald the beginning of school, where kids of all ages sing camp-style songs and eat all the s’mores they can handle. The event is set for Sunday, August 17 from 4:30-6 PM; please RSVP on Church Center and email Marianna for more information.

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 on Sunday, August 24 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. Email to RSVP.

Youth Group Family Cookout
All Youth families are invited to a cookout to kickoff the school year Sunday, August 24, at 4:30pm at the Rivendell Courtyard! We will eat and have a time of fellowship together followed by a short parent meeting to go over vision for this year of youth group. We will provide the main dish, please consider bringing a side dish, dessert or drink to share! Sign up on Church Center if you plan to attend.

Youth Retreat Sign-up
Fall Youth Retreat sign ups are open on Church Center. Rising 6th-12th graders, mark September 12-14 on your calendars and sign up today.

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 StephenBates.

Arlington Bridge Builders Volunteer Opportunities - VBS, Coffee & Conversations, and Food Pantry 
Volunteers are needed for our community Vacation Bible School on July 21-25 from 9am-12pm. Sign up for one or more days as you’re able! Join Coffee & Conversations - practice English with learners in a fun, informal setting at 5401 7th Rd S, Arlington on Fridays from 4:30-5:30pm. No sign-up needed—just drop in. Teens can volunteer too! Food Pantry Help - Lend a hand at 790 S Carlin Springs Rd (behind Community Church of God). Most needed: Weds/Thurs, 10 AM–3 PM, or Saturdays, 11 AM–3 PM. Great for families—kids can help stock shelves!

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 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.