What you Need to Know this week
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
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! Sign up to Volunteer.
Church Cookout
Enjoy time with our church family and bring a friend to Emmanuel’s annual summer cookout at Bon Air Park on Sunday, July 13. The church will provide Central American BBQ; please bring a side to share. If you are able to help grill or volunteer in other ways, please sign up on Church Center.
Women’s Summer Book Club
Join us Tuesdays in July (15, 22, 29) from 7:30–9:00pm at Amy's home in Vienna as we read Try Softer by Aundi Kolber. Led by Amy and Christina. RSVP to Amy. Come once, come weekly—you're welcome anytime!
Summer Bible Study
Join us for the last meeting of our co-ed, 4-week Bible study on the books of Hosea and Amos, Wednesday nights at 7:30pm in Rosslyn. Together, we’ll explore God’s steadfast love, the call to justice and mercy, and His faithful pursuit of a wayward people. Please contact Yelena and Wendy for more details.
All Youth Girls Hangout
All youth girls are invited July 18, to a hangout at the Lee’s house for food & an activity. Sign up on Church Center if you’re able to come.
Middle School Boys Hangout
All middle school boys (rising 6th - 8th grade) are invited July 18, to a hangout at the Jiang’s house for dinner and games! RSVP on Church Center so we have a headcount for food.
Singles Community Building
Come spend a relaxing evening with food and fellowship Saturday, July 19, from 4-8 PM. Main dish will be provided. Bring a salad, dessert, or drinks to share. Location is Jenn and Geoff's backyard, and carpooling is encouraged. Sign up and find out more details on Church Center.
High School Boys Paintball
High school guys (rising 9th-12th grade) are invited to come and play paintball! We will play at Hogsback Mountain Paintball in Leesburg, Virginia. Cost is around $50. Please RSVP on Church Center by Saturday, July 19, as we need exact numbers for the event. Email James with any questions.
Sparks Bake and Serve
Rising 3rd-6th graders, come bake together in the Rivendell kitchen after the worship service Sunday, July 20, from 12:30-2. We’ll eat pizza then make tasty treats to enjoy and share with a neighbor. Whether you’re an experienced pastry chef or prefer the role of taste-tester, come join this low-key hangout with Sparks friends! Sign up on Church Center.
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
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! Sign up to Volunteer.
Church Cookout
Enjoy time with our church family and bring a friend to Emmanuel’s annual summer cookout at Bon Air Park on Sunday, July 13. The church will provide Central American BBQ; please bring a side to share. If you are able to help grill or volunteer in other ways, please sign up on Church Center.
Women’s Summer Book Club
Join us Tuesdays in July (15, 22, 29) from 7:30–9:00pm at Amy's home in Vienna as we read Try Softer by Aundi Kolber. Led by Amy and Christina. RSVP to Amy. Come once, come weekly—you're welcome anytime!
Summer Bible Study
Join us for the last meeting of our co-ed, 4-week Bible study on the books of Hosea and Amos, Wednesday nights at 7:30pm in Rosslyn. Together, we’ll explore God’s steadfast love, the call to justice and mercy, and His faithful pursuit of a wayward people. Please contact Yelena and Wendy for more details.
All Youth Girls Hangout
All youth girls are invited July 18, to a hangout at the Lee’s house for food & an activity. Sign up on Church Center if you’re able to come.
Middle School Boys Hangout
All middle school boys (rising 6th - 8th grade) are invited July 18, to a hangout at the Jiang’s house for dinner and games! RSVP on Church Center so we have a headcount for food.
Singles Community Building
Come spend a relaxing evening with food and fellowship Saturday, July 19, from 4-8 PM. Main dish will be provided. Bring a salad, dessert, or drinks to share. Location is Jenn and Geoff's backyard, and carpooling is encouraged. Sign up and find out more details on Church Center.
High School Boys Paintball
High school guys (rising 9th-12th grade) are invited to come and play paintball! We will play at Hogsback Mountain Paintball in Leesburg, Virginia. Cost is around $50. Please RSVP on Church Center by Saturday, July 19, as we need exact numbers for the event. Email James with any questions.
Sparks Bake and Serve
Rising 3rd-6th graders, come bake together in the Rivendell kitchen after the worship service Sunday, July 20, from 12:30-2. We’ll eat pizza then make tasty treats to enjoy and share with a neighbor. Whether you’re an experienced pastry chef or prefer the role of taste-tester, come join this low-key hangout with Sparks friends! Sign up on Church Center.
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.
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.
MINISTRY PARTNERS



Food pantry Drop-Offs
Volunteers
Arlington Bridge Builders is looking for volunteers to assist with food pantry distribution and praying for our community. If you would like to volunteer, you can sign up here.
If you have a servant's heart and want to promote life, there are many volunteer opportunities at Assist. They are in particular need of medical volunteers and male and female client mentors available during the day. Contact Shannon at 703.354.7291, option 6.
Employment opportunities are available. Learn more.
Employment opportunities are available. Learn more.
LATINO MINISTRIES

If you are interested in reaching the Spanish speaking community in the area, please reach out to Carlos Dimas to find out how you can help. You do not need to speak Spanish to participate!
TECH TEAM
Are you interested in being a part of the Tech Team? "What's the Tech Team," you ask? Come be a part of the people who make Sunday services happen. From sound, to lyrics, to set up. Email Stephen Bates for more info. No experience required!









