Sunday, Nov. 26; 5 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Join us for a unique opportunity to decompress and prepare or the week ahead. Taize contemplative worship is a powerful and moving combination of song and scripture featuring lush greenery, incense, candles, icons, and considerable time spent in silent mediation. Questions? Contact David Kelley.

This Sunday, Nov. 19; 10:10 a.m.; McGill Hall

This Sunday, many churches around the world will reflect on Jesus' Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30). As Five Talents' work is inspired by this parable and the call of Jesus to minister good news to the poor, they will be sharing the impact that The Church of the Holy Comforter has made with the talents that we've provided over the years. In appreciation, Five Talents has compiled a devotional booklet, talentED: using your gifts for good, featuring reflections from pastors and church leaders on this passage. Please join this Sunday to hear the latest news and appreciation from one of our long-term ministry partners.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-Noon, St. Mary's Chapel
Join us for a morning of scripture and reflections as a gift of quiet and to comfort your heart and mind and soul. We will explore the scriptural stories that promise new life in the birth of Christ. For what new life are you yearning? Materials and snacks will be provided. Questions? Contact the Rev. Valerie Hayes.  

November 26 and December 3, 10, and 17, 2017
Beginning Thanksgiving Sunday, you can purchase your Christmas greenery right here at Holy Comforter. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Ministry programs. We will have a beautiful selection of wreaths, swags, Christmas balls, and other decorative greenery. Learn more.

Stop by the Giving Table in the narthex to find out how you can help support local charities this year. New this year is the Northern Virginia Human Trafficking Initiative, a local faith-based organization that serves very vulnerable people. They need gift cards to Target, Walmart, and movie theaters. In addition, we are continuing to support the Committee for Helping Others (CHO), the Lamb Center, the Salvation Army, and Second Story (formerly Alternative House). Check out the needs of each of these organizations, and sign up for your choices. Then bring your contributions to church no later than Sunday, December 10 (Thursday, December 7 for Salvation Army and CHO). If you don't have time to shop, please consider giving a cash gift, and ECW will do the rest.

Thank you to everyone who contributed groceries and household supplies for our November 12 Britepaths client deliveries. We also thank those who shopped, packed, inventoried, loaded cars, and delivered groceries and household supplies to our neighbors in need. Read more.

Sunday, Nov. 26, 10:10 a.m. in McGill Hall
We will kick off Advent with a multi-generational festive gathering in between the 9:00 and 11:00 services. Light seasonal refreshments and music will set the tone for Advent wreath creativity. Please bring greens to use and share (pine, holly, magnolia leaves), and a $10 donation per wreath for supplies. Questions? Please contact Lauren Breeden.

Monday, Nov. 27, 6-9 p.m.
A group of Holy Comforter parishioners will be caroling on the porch at Pennywise Thrift Shop for the Vienna Church Street Holiday Stroll. Please contact Henry Griffis if you're interested and join us on the porch at Pennywise by 6:00 p.m. if you would like to participate. The caroling will continue until 7:00 p.m. or later, weather permitting. Everyone is welcome! Learn more.

Friday, Dec. 1 at 11:45 a.m. in McGill Hall
Our guest speaker will be Francis Gary Powers, Jr., Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Cold War Museum. Mr. Powers will talk to us about the Cold War; his father, Gary Powers; the U-2 incident; the Spielberg movie, Bridge of Spies; and the need to honor Cold War veterans, preserve Cold War history, and educate future generations about the time period. Bring your own lunch. Beverages and desserts will be provided. If you need a ride or if you would like to bring a dessert to share, please contact Barbara Fitzsimmons.

Saturday, December 16
Join Holy Comforter and Wreaths Across America for a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. It's a small act that goes a long way toward keeping the memory of our veterans alive. We will meet at Holy Comforter at 7:00 a.m. and carpool together. Afterwards we will return to church for cookies and warm beverages. Learn more.