October Fellowship Month Events
October is Fellowship Month at Emmanuel. These events are a fun part of the life of our church each year. Sign up with QR codes in the lobby at church this week, on
church center, or email the
church office. The events on offer include:
Clothing Swap and Snack Potluck - October 5
Allergy-friendly lunch - October 11
Hike with Mike - October 11
Fall Potluck - October 12
Running Club - October 13
Poetry Reading - October 16
Pickling - October 17
Favorite Foods Potluck - October 18
Tour de Mount Vernon bike ride - October 18
Ethiopian Coffee Tasting - October 19
A “Spudtacular Evening” - October 24
Star Wars Themed Dinner and Discussion - October 25
Swing Dancing at Glen Echo - October 25
GWU/VCU Women’s Volleyball Match - November 1
Government Workers Lunch and Prayer - October 6
Workers affected by the government shutdown are invited to the church office for lunch, fellowship and prayer. Come to the office at 5545 Langston Boulevard anytime between 11:30-1pm. RSVP on
Church Center or email the
office.
Women's Integrity Partners Group - October 6
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.
Nursery and Preschool Family Breakfast - October 12
Families of preschoolers, come to the courtyard at 9:30am to eat breakfast and get to know other families. Sign up on
Church Center or by emailing
Angela.
Sparks Pumpkin Decorating and Movie Night - October 17
Third through fifth graders, come decorate pumpkins and watch a movie from 6-8 PM at the Stones’ house. Fall snacks and apple cider will be served. RSVP on
Church Center or email
Marianna.
High School Pumpkin Carving - October 17
High school students are invited to a pumpkin carving hangout at the Jiangs’ house. Join us for fun, snacks, and a bonfire. Sign up on
Church Center.
Emmanuel Officer Installation - October 19
During the worship service, we will install two new elders, Lonni Jackson and Jeff Lindeman. Stay after service for cake to celebrate and get to know our new leaders.
Project Belong Social Worker Appreciation Lunch - October 22
Say thank you to Arlington County social workers by helping with this lunch, sponsored by Emmanuel through our partner organization Project Belong. Email
Marianna Stone for more information.
Assist Fundraising Dinner - October 24
Assist Pregnancy Center’s annual vision dinner provides an opportunity to learn more about their life-affirming medical, counseling, and educational services which are provided at no-cost to families in our community. If interested, please contact
Pete Kauer for additional information, and register by Sunday, October 19.
Take a Meal - The ParksDaniel and Micah Park recently welcomed their new daughter Shiloh! Consider supporting them by taking or sending a
meal.
Alpha Groups Core Team Sign Up
Emmanuel will start hosting Alpha Groups in the coming year. These dinners for our curious friends, neighbors, and coworkers will explore questions about Jesus and Christianity. Those interested in training to join the Alpha Group core team (in English or Spanish) can sign up on
Church Center.
Arlington Turkey Trot—Run or VolunteerEmmanuel’s partner Arlington Bridge Builders now oversees the annual Turkey Trot 5k. Consider signing up now for your chance to participate in the race, or sign up to volunteer at the race on behalf of Emmanuel.
Sign up! 
