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OPMH E Gram (Aug 26, 2007) Meeting House Worshipers: Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Morning Service (10:00 am) Scripture Hebrews 12:18-29 Jeremiah 1:4-10 Sermon A New Perspective on Leadership — Dr. Laha Hymns God of Grace and God of Glory Breathe on Me, Breath of God Lord, When I Came Into This Life Other Special Music Prelude: Rose by the Door – Andrea Hoag Lisa Anderson, Irish flute; Martha Beall, keyboard Anthem: My Life Flows On – Robert Lowry Skip Bea, Soprano and Martha Beall Offertory: Mna’ na hEirninn (Women of Ireland) – Sean O’Riada, poem by Peadar O’Doirnin Irish flute and keyboard Postlude: Hector the Hero – J. Scott Skinner Lemonade on the Lawn: Join us behind the Sanctuary after 10:00 am service. Hosted by Circle 5. Christian Education. Sunday morning education classes and Godly Play do not meet during the summer months. They will resume on Sep 9. Childcare Volunteers Needed: Today we baptize three dear little babies. We pledge to help nurture them in faith. A wonderful way to do this is by volunteering in the Nursery for a Sunday or two. You can choose either infants, toddlers, or 3’s & 4’s. For more information or to volunteer contact Priscilla in the Church Office or at
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It will be time well spent The Education Ministry will host a training session for all leaders of children and youth on Wed., Aug. 29, at 7:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Child care will be available upon request. Questions or need more information, please contact Priscilla Andre-Colton or Cristy Gallagher at 703-549-6670. Fellowship, Study, and Prayer Groups: Youth: Looking for volunteers – Please let Cristy know at
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if you are interested in helping chaperone the Youth Lock-In on Sept. 29, here at the Church. I can promise a memorable experience for all!! Youth Conection: Please let Cristy know at
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if you want to join the Youth at the Nationals vs. Braves game on Sept. 16. The game starts at 1:35 pm, so we will leave right after worship that Sunday. Price of tickets still TBD. Today is the deadline for RSVPs. 20s/30s: This group is open to all in the 20s and 30s. Our “official” activities are on hiatus over the summer, but contact Make Campagna (703.785.4736) or Amy Anderson (
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) to be added to the mailing list. First Sundays with the Stephen Ministers: An informal time of fellowship on the first Sunday of each month in the Elliot House Parlor. We welcome all who are experiencing loss or struggling to find joy in their lives to meet, one-on-one, with a Stephen Minister. Call Susan Grandy (703-780-4134 or 703.836.6701) if you have questions. OPMH-wide Outing: Join us to watch the Washington Nationals take on the New York Mets on Saturday, August 18th at 7:05 pm. Discounted tickets are $16 each. Reserve your seats by contacting Tim Elmore at
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or 202.458.4364. Deadline for reservations is this Sunday. On the Go: A trip is planned for 10 am Wednesday, September 5, to Huntley Meadows Park, a wetland preserve. This is located a short distance off Route 1 South, Alexandra. A park naturalist will present a short program in the center. John Mills, a member of OPMH, will guide participants on a boardwalk tour through the park after the program. Lunch will follow at the Italian Pie, located on Route 1 South. The church bus will return to OPMH between 1:30 and 2 pm. The fee will be $7 per person (excluding lunch costs). Please arrive at the OPMH parking lot by 9:45 am. Anyone interested in this event should call the church office at 703.549.6670 to sign up for the trip sponsored by the Spirit Group. The OPMH Spirit Group aims to provide fellowship and learning opportunities particularly for those 55 and older, but all are welcome. Married couples of all ages are invited to join Celebration at its opening event that will be held at 7:00 pm on Sat., Sept. 15 at the home of Cindy Douglass and Mark Yachmetz. Each couple is asked to bring an appetizer or a dessert, plus their beverage of choice. Please make your reservation by contacting Jean or Larry Rood, 703-323-9503 or
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Join a Group to Attend the Maryland Renaissance Fair: Anyone interested in getting a group to attend the Maryland Renaissance Fair? The Fair is fun to attend in costume and a great intergenerational activity for families with children of all ages. The Maryland Renaissance Fair is held in Crownsville, MD every weekend from Sat., Aug. 27th through Oct. Call Lisa Anderson at 703- 549-5609 or cell, 703-851-0189 or
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Save the Date: All Church Retreat - October 19 - 21 at Massanetta Springs. More details coming. Mission Each month, the Environmental Issues Advocacy Group shares ideas of how OPMH can better care for God’s creation. The focus is on transportation this month. Have you ever considered commuting to work or running errands in a different manner? Taking public transit, biking, or walking are all ways to connect with your neighborhood while reducing your carbon footprint (amount of greenhouse gas (CO2) emitted through burning fossil fuels). Help Wanted: This Sunday, following worship, a few people are needed to transfer bags of clothing from Fellowship Hall to Priscilla’s car for delivery to Arlington Presbyterian Clothes Closet. Many hands will make fast work! Meet at Lemonade on the Lawn. Mentor Orientation Event (free) on Wednesday, August 29, 6 - 8:30 pm at the Lyceum. More than 200 Alexandria youth need mentors. This event is sponsored by the Alexandria Mentoring Partnership. For more information about the Partnership, visit www.alexandriava.gov/mentoring. Reference flyers with more information are available in the Church Office. AVLIVE! Child Development Center an OPMH-supported mission, is in the process of re-accreditation, and is seeking a lead teacher for their young threes classroom. Candidate must have current Child Development Associate Credential, or be actively pursuing the credential or an Associate's Degree in early childhood/child development, and a minimum three years experience teaching children ages 3 to 5 years. The ideal candidate will be warm and nurturing and familiar with developmentally appropriate practices. Please fax your resume to 703-548-0082. Music: Adult Choir resumes rehearsals on Thursday, Sep 6 at 7:30 pm in the balcony. Everyone is welcome! Volunteers needed for “Music Task Force” (about 5 people with 1 as chairperson) to assist Wayne with administrative/logistical tasks in OPMH Music Ministry. Please let us know of your interest by Sept. 2 at 703-799-4321 or
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Churchwide News: Rally Day is coming! Sun., Sep. 9 we return to 8:30 and 11:00 worship with Sunday School at 9:40. Dr. Frances Taylor Gench, New Testament professor at Union Theological Seminary-Presbyterian School of Christian Education, Richmond, will preach at both services and lead the Adult Ed. class in Heritage Hall. We will begin a new Sunday School year for children and youth. Plan now to be here! Have a Seat: A need for a place for people to sit who are being dropped off and picked up in the front of the Old Presbyterian Meeting House has been recognized. The Facilities Committee has devised a solution. Two benches have been installed and secured to the sidewalk in front of the entrance to the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. Each bench will be marked with a metal plaque. The first bench plaque will be in honor of The Founding Fathers of the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. The second bench plaque is to be in honor of the 1949 Charter Members of the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. This project is being underwritten by the SPIRIT Organization with proceeds from the sale of the book “A Letter to My Loved Ones,” by the Reverend and Mrs. Millard M. Stephens. “Presbyterians Today” is a monthly magazine of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It explores practical issues of faith and life, tells stories of Presbyterians who are living their faith, and covers a wide range of church news and activities. Presbyterians Today features easy-to-understand articles about what Presbyterians believe, Bible study and devotional helps, and provocative commentary on the church's role in society. If you’re interested in a subscription, contact Susan in the Church Office, or go to http://www.pcusa.org/today. Unsubscribe: If you wish to unsubscribe or change your email address, write to
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