E-Newsletter
“Do not be anxious about anything, but
in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests
to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard
your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians
4:6-7
Announcements
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Ash
Wednesday Dinner & Service—
Ash Wednesday, March 1, marks the beginning of the season of Lent. The
Lenten season is traditionally observed as a time of personal reflection and
self-examination. This seven-week season is intended to prepare us to celebrate
the death and resurrection of our Lord during Holy Week. On Ash Wednesday, we
will have supper at 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall followed by a service of worship
at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.
Eagle
Scout Court of Honor—
Please join us in celebrating the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Jonathon
Boswell today, February 19 at
2:00pm. A reception will be
held in the Social Hall immediately following the ceremony, Janet Ruby at
703.753.1492.
All
youth are invited to
attend Jonathan Boswell’s Eagle Scout court of Honor at 2:00pm today. Come
support one of our youth at this ceremony recognizing and celebrating his
diligent work toward this accomplishment.
Adult
Membership Class—
Begins Sunday, February
19 and continues February 26 and March 5,
6:00-7:30pm. The class will
explore the basics of the Christian faith and the Presbyterian heritage through
our Covenant of Membership. March
5th we conclude with a dinner & conversation with our Elders. Childcare is
available.
You
are Invited!—SERVE
Restaurant Day, Monday, February 27 at Red Hot & Blue in
Manassas, 11:00-8:00pm. SERVE receives 15% of the profits from diners.
You will need the flyer found in Sunday’s bulletin to take with
you.
Summer
Mission Trip July 22-28—Greenwich
Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is excited to announce a mission to West
Virginia for adults & high school youth. Mark your calendars and begin
prayerfully discerning if God is calling you to take part.
Gratitude—The
family of Minnie McMichael wishes to express their gratitude for all the love
and care shown to Minnie and to her family during Minnie’s passing and
especially during the year previous to that as she struggled through the loss of
her beloved husband, various illnesses, and 2 operations for a broken hip. You
helped us every step of the way. You are truly one in Christ. God bless
you.
VBS
Volunteer Kick-off Luncheon on Sunday, February 26 at 12:30
pm—You
are invited to join us as we begin planning for a wonderful week of Vacation
Bible School ... Caribbean Style. We'd love to have you join us! It
will be short and sweet as we gather as children of God to plan for a special
week. Lunch will be provided for you, so just come and hear how you can be
a part of this ministry. Contact Joy Yates (703)754-7933 or gpcjoyyates@comcast.net
Seeking
Volunteers from the Congregation to assist with our Annual Easter Egg
Hunt-
This year, we will hold our Easter Egg Hunt on April 8th, the Saturday before
Palm Sunday! We need several volunteers to help plan this
event. Please contact Joy Yates gpcjoyyates@comcast.net or 703-754-7933 for more
details.
Committee
Night -
All Church Committee Night is Tuesday, February 21, 7:00 pm. We welcome members & friends of the
church to explore the joy of serving together.
Deacon’s
Meeting –
The next meeting is Thursday, March 2 at 7:00 pm.
Pastor
Meeks’ Schedule - Don
will be out of the office this week, February 20—25th, on study leave.
For pastoral needs, please contact
the church office at 703.754.7933.
Food
Mission Collection— Please
note the food collection scheduled for the snow day last week will be collected
Sunday, February 19. Thank you for your
participation.
Women’s
Weekly Bible Study
– Fridays, 10:00-11:30am at the home of Trish Ruckle. The study is “I am
with You Always, Experiencing God in Times of Need” by Chip Ingram. Please
contact Trish at 703.753.0232 for more information.
Wednesday
Night Pastor’s Class—Wednesday
evenings, 6:30-7:30pm, Fellowship Hall. Open to all interested in learning
more about the Bible. Childcare provided.
“Change
for Life”
- Thank you for participating in
Care Net Pregnancy Resource Center’s “Change for Life” opportunity. As your
bottle are filled, please follow the instructions which were inside your baby
bottle, return bottle (filled or empty) to Pam Lynn or the Church Office by
Sunday, February 26, 2006.
Preschool
Registration—The
Preschool is taking registrations for the 2006-2007 school year. Children
must be potty trained and 3 years of age by Sept. 30,
2006.
Organ
Recital & Dedication—Sunday,
March 26 at 4:00pm with Michael Stairs performing. Contact Margo Truslow for
more information at 540.788.7810.
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Eric Keller and Pam
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“Praise the Lord. Blessed is the man
who fears the Lord, who finds great delight in his commands.” Psalm
112:1
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