Upcoming Events

We moved!
Our in-person worship service on Sundays at 10:30am meets at Rivendell School. You can RSVP HERE if you would like to attend. For parking, we encourage you to use these public options. Please do not park in front of a residence. We will also continue livestreaming the worship service.

Children's Ministry Update
Nursery is available for a limited number of toddler-aged kids. Families will receive an email from Angela Na with more details and information.

Drop-In Communion
We will offer drop-in communion on Sunday, April 18, in the courtyard outside of Rivendell (2410 N. Kensington St. Arlington, VA 22207) from 1-1:30pm. Please remember to wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Learn more

Youth Group Meeting
Emmanuel's Youth Group (6th-12th graders) will meet again Sunday, April 18, from 12:30-2:00pm.

BFF! Seminar
Join us on Friday, April 23, from 7-8 pm to hear a BFF! (stands for Biblical Family Focus) Hour on Raising Teens. Hear from Scott and Chris, Pam, and Grant and Nancy talk about blending cultural expectations with grace-based parenting, and make new BFFs in the process! Please contact Kristine if you have any questions! Please contact Brittany if you would like to attend.

Sparks Meeting
Sparks will meet next on Sunday, April 25, from 4:30-6:00PM at Rivendell. Please email Angela if you have any questions.

Emmanuel 101
Are you interested in learning more about Emmanuel or becoming a member? If so, please join us on Sunday, April 25, after the worship service for our Emmanuel 101 seminar with an outdoor lunch provided. This seminar serves as our membership class, but does not obligate you to join the church. Nursery will be provided for a limited number of children. Please RSVP to Brittany if you would like to attend.

Assist Pregnancy Center Walk Run Ride for Life
Emmanuel is participating in this year’s virtual Walk Run Ride for Life! It is free to sign up, and we will be scheduling a few opportunities to complete the 5k, family walk, and distance cycle as a group. If you would like to participate, or make a donation to our fundraiser, you can sign up/donate.

Mercy Offering
This month we will be supporting Project Belong, which inspires, recruits, and resources churches and families in Virginia to foster and adopt, in order to spread the love of Christ to children in crisis. You can give to their ministry online or on the Emmanuel app by designating your gift for "April Mercy Ministry - Project Belong."

Assist Pregnancy Center Walk Run Ride for Life
Emmanuel is participating in this year’s virtual Walk Run Ride for Life! It is free to sign up, and we will be scheduling a few opportunities to complete the 5k, family walk, and distance cycle as a group. If you would like to participate, or make a donation to our fundraiser, you can sign up/donate here.

Arlington Bridge Builders Employment Opportunity
Arlington Bridge Builders is looking for a part-time office administrator to start May 3, for up to 5 hours per week. Contact Carlos Dimas to apply.

Emmanuel Employment Opportunity
Emmanuel is accepting applications for the full-time staff position of Office Administrator. This position is eligible for full employee benefits. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Scott for more details.

Sparks Leaders for Next School Year
Sparks, Emmanuel's pre-youth group serving third through fifth graders, is looking for leaders starting in September. If you enjoy working with older elementary kids and have a desire to build relationships with them and teach them about God, please reach out to Angela.

Arlington Bridge Builder's Pandemic Relief Fund
The ABB's Pandemic Relief Fund helps our neighbors who are in desperate need of assistance with essential expenses such as rent and medical bills. ABB was founded ten years ago to serve the poor in our community by a coalition of Arlington churches, which includes Emmanuel. Donations can be given through the church’s online giving platform or by mail.

Foster Care Team
Foster families can be overwhelmed with caring for vulnerable children, especially during these stressful times. In response, we are forming a wrap-around care team of 6-8 people to help meet practical needs of a foster family in Arlington. If you’d like to help, please contact Scott Seaton.

Food Pantry Drop-Offs
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.

Opportunities to Serve Those in Need
Arlington Bridge Builders (ABB) has created a Pandemic Response Team. Help by dropping off perishable food at Community Church of God (790 S. Carlin Springs, Wed-Fri, 10:00-5:00). Or donate tax-deductible funds which will help supply the pantry, pay rent, utilities, etc to vetted needy families. Visit our website and click "give."

Assist Pregnancy Center Volunteers
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.

Watch All Services Online
Did you miss last week’s service? Don’t worry! You can still watch it on our YouTube Channel.

Children's Ministry Resources
Children's Church lessons are available on the Emmanuel app, and Children's Church preschool videos are available on Emmanuel’s YouTube channel. In addition, weekly children's virtual discussion will be held on Sunday afternoons. Please email Angela for more information or to be added to our email list.

Offering
We highly encourage everyone to give online through our website or our app (click "Give" on the bottom of the homepage). If this is not possible, then please mail checks to our office (5545 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207).

Prayer
If you would like prayer, especially during these unsettling times, then submit a prayer request or through our app. Click "Prayer" at the bottom of the home page.

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 for more info. No experience required!

Worship Music
Hey Emmanuel! Would you like to listen to the songs we do on Sunday? Well, if you have a Spotify account you can hear the songs we are doing each week. Use this link to listen!

Emmanuel’s App
Emmanuel’s App is a great way to connect with the church, volunteer for ministries, support the church financially and access resources for spiritual growth. Download the app by searching “Emmanuel Presbyterian Church” on the iTunes store, Amazon Appstore, or Google Play.

Deacons Fund
Consider making a contribution to our Deacons Fund, which serves the physical needs of those at Emmanuel and in our community. You can give online through our App or Website. Be sure to select "Deacons Fund" when giving. If you are in need of assistance from the Deacons Fund, please contact Young Lee or the Deacons. If there are counseling needs, Emmanuel subsidizes 50% of the first 4 sessions for first time requests regardless of financial need.

Emmanuel Parent Listserv
Have kids? Connect with other parents by joining the Emmanuel Parents group on The Emmanuel Network. Or, if you're a mom free Friday mornings, join us at Moms group. Contact the church office if you need a login or need help using the site.

Prayer Requests
Please share any needs, concerns, or praises. The prayer team, pastors and elders would love to pray for you!

Announcements
Please submit any bulletin or website announcements by Tuesday at 12pm the week you’d like it featured using the announcement request webform.

All Emmanuel Events

Serving Emmanuel and the Arlington Community

Family Ministries
Is God calling you to HELP KIDS know God's love and meet God's family one Sunday per month? If you're thinking yes, reach out to Angela Na for details on becoming a family ministry leader.  Volunteer process including background check will be required.

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 for more info. No experience required.

Mercy Ministry Opportunities 
Arlington Bridge Builders, Assist Pregnancy Center, Bridges to Independence's Sullivan House and Compassion International - Learn about current Mercy Ministry Opportunities

Latino Ministries
If you are interested in reaching the Spanish speaking community in the area, please reach out to Carlos to find out how you can help. You do not need to speak Spanish to participate! Learn more

Mercy Fund Offering
Every fourth Sunday, we collect a second offering used to provide assistance equally to missions and mercy in Arlington and around the world, as well as supporting the Emmanuel MicroMissions program. If you, or someone you know in Emmanuel, has special and pressing needs, please contact the Emmanuel Deacons.

Community at Emmanuel

The Emmanuel Network
Join the church's online directory, communication platform and calendar (http://emmanuelnetwork.org). 

Small Groups
A list and general location of all the Community and Covenant Groups are available on the website. If you are interested in joining a Community Group, contact Young Lee.

Emmanuel Singles
If you're looking for fellowship, service, and a chance to explore DC together, then see Suberr after service or email him. We hope to organize a fun event soon and would love some help.

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