Saturday, April 21
5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Sunday, April 22 - The Fourth Sunday of Easter
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Choristers* (Children's Chapel available)
10:10 a.m. Adult Forum and Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Adult Choir* (Children's Chapel available)

Wednesday, April 25
7:00 a.m. Morning Prayer

*childcare available

Readings This Weekend
Event Highlights
Music Highlights

Saturday, May 19; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Rodman House
Where are you being invited into wholeness and wellness this spring? We know that God is always calling us into a deeper relationship and fullness of life. Come explore and even discover some of the ways you might hear God's voice, to enter into your Easter joy of new life. An Opening to Grace Retreat provides a safe, respectful and gentle place for you to consider, pray, and listen for God's call to wellness for you. Register online HERE. Questions? Please contact Alexandra MacCracken.

Sunday, May 6 at 4 p.m.
Save the date for this free concert to be held at Holy Comforter. The Barclay Brass is an 11-piece ensemble featuring some of the Washington area's top brass musicians. The hour-long program will include selections of classical music from past centuries as well as works of living composers, including a suite from the soundtrack to Star Wars by John Williams. Learn more.

Sundays in May and June; 12:20-2 p.m.; Lillian Croy Room

Light lunch and childcare provided

Whether you are new to the Episcopal Church or a lifelong member, this course offering is for those wishing to learn and re-learn about the Episcopal Church--our theology, history and structure, worship and sacraments--especially those adults considering baptism, confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church on Sunday, June 10 at the Bishop's visit. Register online for class and childcare HERE. 

"John makes it clear that the work of gathering the flock belongs to Jesus and God -- we are to provide a space where all are welcome. The Good Shepherd is a powerful image for us -- who hunger for connection in a society that values individualism and secularism. In our moments of loneliness, isolation, alienation, and hopelessness, the Good Shepherd responds to our deepest yearnings for community by offering an alternative to our fears, separation, and insecurities." - Excerpt by the Rev. Barbara Essex, Pacific School of Religion, Berkley, California.

Link to scripture HERE. Download the Resource Sheet HERE.

Thank you to everyone who contributed groceries and household supplies for our April 8 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.

Saturday, May 12; 10 a.m.-Noon
Vienna Presbyterian Church
Did you know that 1 in 6 children in the Vienna/Oakton/Herndon area struggle with hunger, and that more than 67,000 people in Fairfax County are food insecure? Let's change the math! Holy Comforter is excited to partner with other Vienna area communities of faith to pack 10,000 meals of black beans and rice in two hours for a "weekend backpack food program" to be distributed to children in need at such schools as Cunningham Park Elementary and Madison High School. The event is in association with Generosity Feeds. Volunteer slots fill fast! Sign up online HERE. Questions? Contact Joni Langevoort.

Sunday, April 29; 10-10:50 a.m. in McGill Hall
Come see what's new and some of your old favorites too! Sample a typical breakfast served at Hogwarts! Try a new drink (Fishy Green Ale). Meet some of your favorite professors (Professor Snape and Professor Binns). Learn what to expect at Hogwarts this term. Bring in your registration forms! Prefects are encouraged to volunteer for this event. All students under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. Questions? Please contact Linda Lee Malone.

June 25-29 for students ages 5-11
Teenagers ages 12-18 are invited to register as Prefects. Registration forms are available for download below and in the Church Office. Morning session is 9:00 a.m. to noon. Afternoon Session is 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Questions? Please contact Linda Lee Malone.

Hogwarts VBS 2018 Prefect Registration Form
Hogwarts VBS 2018 Student Registration Form

Please contact Lisa Arnold to request an application. Applications are due in the Church Office c/o the Endowment Board/Lisa Arnold by April 28.

Application forms are available for download HERE and in the Church Office.

Tuesday, April 24; 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Lillian Croy Room
Enjoy fellowship and coffee as we enjoy a spring-themed meeting. We will discuss Earth Day and complete a potted plant project with our children. Mothers of children of all ages are welcome! Childcare will be available across the hall in the Childcare Center. Please RSVP to Amy Britton.

Friday, April 27 at 7 p.m.
Westwood Country Club
Join us for the Holy Comforter Episcopal Preschool "Bright Lights on Broadway" Auction. Win exciting prizes including Hamilton tickets, a NYC trip, National's tickets, an island beach trip, Disney tickets, attending a taping of "Meet the Press," a private wine party, crafting your own beer at Caboose Brewing Co., and many more. You do not need to be present to win but we would love to have you join us at Westwood Country Club on April 27 for the Auction. Questions? Please contact Sue Gosline.

Saturday, April 28; 1-5 p.m.
Epiphany Episcopal Church, Herndon

Registration Required

Learn from those who are working with students and others who have made the dangerous choice to use opioids--the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription. What are the symptoms of opioid use? What are the treatment options? Can we work together in our community to end this very real threat to the health and safety of our youth? What steps should we take? Register HERE. Download a flyer HERE.

Friday, May 4; 11:45 a.m. in McGill Hall 
Join us as the Rev. Jon Strand, Holy Comforter's new Rector shares his spiritual journey to the ministry and to Holy Comforter. Please bring a salad to share. Beverages and desserts will be provided. If you need a ride, or have questions, contact Barbara Fitzsimmons.

Tuesday, May 15; 7 p.m. in the Chapel 
Join the Moms' Group for a special evening of fellowship as parishioner Celestine Jones, an avid Sacred Circle Dancer, teaches us about this beautiful form of spiritual practice. No dance experience is needed; the steps are simple, repetitive, and easy to learn. The purpose of this experience is to enjoy the spirit of the dances and the sense of oneness and peace that results from moving rhythmically. Refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to Amy Britton.

Sunday, May 20 at 4 p.m.  
Didn't receive an invitation to the Royal Wedding? Celebrate the following day by joining the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) at their annual spring tea. Tickets go on sale April 29 before and after all services and are $30 per person or $15 for ages 6 and under. You can enter into the theme by donning your best royal finery for the event. You will enjoy delicious tea delicacies and see a fashion show featuring the best spring finery from Pennywise Thrift Shop. Join in celebrating the work of ECW while enjoying an afternoon of fashion, fun, and fellowship. There also will be an opportunity to contribute to the spring United Thank Offering (UTO) Ingathering. Questions? Please contact Maggie Grove.

Pennywise Thrift Shop has shifts that need you and you'll be working with dedicated and fun-loving people who would love to get to know you. Tuesday through Saturday, the front desk needs two volunteers for the shop to be open (see openings below) but back room shifts for sorting, pricing, and display are very flexible and fun too. Most back room volunteers work between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m .and come and go as needed! Contact Jim Menke.

The following volunteer slots are open at Pennywise: