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Children’s Ministry Welcome Back Lunch - September 14
Families with students in Children’s Ministry (nursery to 5th grade) are invited to grab lunch and fellowship in the courtyard after service!

Sparks Capture the Flag - September 14
Kids in 3rd-5th grade are invited to eat lunch at the Children’s Ministry Luncheon then head across the street together for a fun game of Capture the Flag. Beginner and professional flag-captors are all warmly invited to play until 2 PM.

Youth Retreat Pickup - September 14
Youth who went on the retreat this weekend can be picked up at the church office (5545 Langston Blvd) around 3 PM. Youth will be able to contact their adults on the way home to communicate about exact pickup time.

Fellowship Month Host Sign Up
October is Fellowship Month at Emmanuel. Please sign up on Church Center to host or lead a fellowship event! These events are a fun part of the life of our church each year. Sign up before September 24. Email Bonnie at office@emmanuelarlington.org with questions or for suggestions.

Alpha Group Core Team Sign Up
As introduced on Vision Sunday, Emmanuel will start hosting Alpha Groups in the coming year. These dinners for our curious friends, neighbors, and coworkers will lovingly explore questions about Jesus and Christianity. Those interested in training to join the Alpha Group core team can sign up today on Church Center or in the church lobby.

Integrity Partners Group - September 15
The Integrity Partners’ Group, a group for spouses of individuals struggling with sexual integrity, will meet once or twice a month. All meeting participants and content are kept confidential. For more information, contact integritypartners@emmanuelarlington.org.

Board Game Night - September 20
There is a quarterly board game night at the church office (5545 Langston Blvd) at 7pm. All ages are welcome. Please reach out to Stephen Stone for more information and to RSVP at stephenvdstone@gmail.com.

Children’s Ministry Teacher Training - September 21
The Children’s Ministry invites all volunteers to join our annual training after church. We will share our vision for Sunday school and practical ways to help kids experience God’s love in a safe and nurturing environment. Please RSVP on Church Center.

Congregational Lunch - September 28
Stay after the service to enjoy eating lunch together at church. Meat will be provided; please bring a large side dish to share.

Kenya Interest Meeting - September 28
For anyone interested in next year's Kenya trip (August 7-16, 2026), we will have tables set aside during the Congregational Lunch for you to sit with this year's team members to ask questions. High School students and adults are welcome to sign up to participate or learn more about the trip.

Fall Singles Community Building Event - October 4
Get excited for this fun singles event from October 4 from 4-7pm at Steph and Lenny Jiang’s home in Arlington. Share some laughter over free dinner and s’mores. Register for the event on Church Center.

Apartment Life - Childcare Needed
Grant and Sarah Wishard are looking for 1-2 volunteers for events in October, November, and December. Helping at events is a 2-hour commitment and they need help with childcare for every event and with setup/food service for some events. These are great opportunities for middle or high school students to serve as well! You can sign up on Church Center or email Sarah at ballstonpark@apartmentlife.org.

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 - Coffee & Conversations and Food Pantry 
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: Wednesdays/Thursdays, 10 AM–3 PM, or Saturdays, 11 AM–3 PM. Great for families—kids can help stock shelves!

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 Marissa Diaz.

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.