Announcements

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Sunday Worship
We worship on Sundays at 10:30am meets at Rivendell School. We translate services to Spanish/Servicios traducido simultáneamente al español. Please remember not to park in front of a residence when parking at Rivendell. Parking is available surrounding the Lee Community Center and park and the Little Ambassadors Academy parking lot. This service is also live-streamed.

Faith & Law Lecture
Christian Legal Aid of the District of Columbia is hosting a Faith & Law Lecture online webinar on Friday, April 26, from 7PM-8:15PM EDT on the topic of healthcare decision making for our loved ones. Registration for the webinar is free, please register here by 6PM on Friday, April 26. Kathryn Butler, MD is the author of "Between Life and Death: A Gospel-Centered Guide to End-of-Life Medical Care." She will lead us to consider how we can act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God through decisions related to end-of-life medical care for ourselves and our loved ones.

Women's Virtual IF Gathering Watch Party
Join the ladies of Emmanuel for a virtual viewing of the IF Gathering Conference at Pam's home on the evening of April 26 and/or all day April 27. Please sign up at the link in the Friday' email. If you have any questions, please contact Yelena.

Support Imago Dei Church
Imago Dei is a new church in and for western Fairfax, Centreville, and Chantilly. Through God's grace, things are progressing with the Imago Dei, and in the coming months there will be multiple ways you can become involved! Use this link to check out opportunities and get involved.

Rides for Marymount Students
Cru at Marymount is looking for volunteers to give students rides to Emmanuel on Sunday mornings. The campus is less than 5 minutes from Rivendell. If you're able to do so please contact Matt.

Help With Food Pantry Deliveries
Arlington Bridge Builders is looking for volunteers to serve as food pantry delivery drivers on Saturdays throughout the summer to neighbors in need. ABB meets at 11:30am and the deliveries usually take less than an hour. If you’re interested in serving, please contact the office.

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 Emmanuel ESL
Come join the Emmanuel team to teach English as a Second Language (ESL)! We are looking for two motivated volunteers to assist with ESL classes that occur right after service at Rivendell. Students learn conversational English to become more familiar with speaking on various topics and to have easier phone conversations. Interested or have questions? Contact Judy Kauer or Kristine Leiphart.

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.