Join us for live Zoom Worship this Sunday, August 2 at 9:30 a.m. with Coffee Hour immediately following. Join the Zoom gathering
HERE
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HERE
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Can't join the live Zoom worship at 9:30 a.m.? The recorded service will be available on our YouTube channel at,
Holy Comforter Vienna VA
beginning on Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
—for viewing anytime.
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Download the Service Bulletin
HERE.
Download the Prayer List
HERE.
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Give online
HERE
(Select "Operating Fund").
Or Give by texting to 73256
Then type CHCGIVING
(ALL CAPITALS, NO SPACES)
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Worship and Explore With Us!
- Zoom Worship: 1st and 3rd Sunday
- Pre-Recorded Worship: 2nd, 4th, and 5th Sunday
- Outdoor Pop-Up Church: 2nd, 4th, and 5th Saturday (Learn more!)
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Kids Summer Sunday Sessions
Sundays; 10:30–11:15 a.m. via Zoom
It's been fun learning about Jesus' teachings, parables, and miracles with so many of the kids this summer; Join us this Sunday for some new stories about Jesus and bring your game face! Join the Zoom gathering
HERE. Questions? Contact
Brynn Pacitti.
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Please Help Support Shrine Mont
Sadly, we need to cancel the annual All-Parish Shrine Mont Retreat this year.
Read more.
Shrine Mont is struggling to stay afloat and could use support during this time. Please consider making a monetary donation online
HERE (select "Shrine Mont 2020" from the dropdown menu). Thanks for your generosity.
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August Book Study
Monday, August 3; 7:30–8:45 p.m.
We'll gather on Zoom on Monday nights in August from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. to discuss the 1949 book,
Jesus and the Disinherited, by African-American theologian and civil rights leader Howard Thurman. In the book, Thurman interprets the life of Jesus as an experience of a marginalized and oppressed person examining nonviolent responses to injustice and a greater spiritual vision that results in a reciprocal community. We will also be exploring many of his writings on spirituality and prayer which are incredibly relevant and transformative.
For this first session, please read the forward; preface; and Chapter 1,
Jesus: An Interpretation
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Join the Zoom gathering
HERE. Learn more
HERE.
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Pennywise Thrift Shop
Open Tuesday–Saturday
10–2 p.m.
Pennywise Thrift Shop reopened on July 28 to people standing outside waiting for the opening! Sales were brisk and former customers said it was great to see the shop back in business. If you are venturing out, we invite parishioners to stop in and take a look. We meet many parishioners who have never stepped in the shop, and we think people will be surprised at the quality of the items for sale. Surprises include designer purses, top quality clothes, fine jewelry, and much more. Help support this mission in it's vital work for the community and church.
We're now open every week, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations are accepted during business hours only. Follow the link
HERE to see what we will and will not be accepting.
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Please consider volunteering for 2 hours a month, 2 hours a week, or anything in between. Please contact
Helen Mertz or
Mary Coulombe to find out more.
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Central Farmers Market at Holy Comforter
Sundays; 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Please pre-order if possible
HERE. Drop-in purchasing is allowed, but in keeping with physical distancing protocols. Central Farm Markets (CFM) outdoor market will be at the lower church parking lot from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Sunday. Practice physical distancing while you purchase fresh baked goods, produce, meats, and more! Learn more about Central Farm Markets
HERE.
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Centering Prayer on Zoom
Mondays; 1:30 p.m.
Please join us for Centering Prayer, a means of Christian meditation that uses a single word for us to rest our attention while we come before the presence of God. This will include a brief check-in, an opening prayer, brief instruction, 20 minutes of silence and then a brief closing prayer. Please follow the link below and follow the prompts. Join the Zoom meeting
HERE. More information
HERE.
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Compline on Zoom
Tuesdays; 8–8:15 p.m.
Compline is descended from the night prayers said before bed at the end of the monastic round of daily prayer. Join the Zoom meeting
HERE. More information
HERE.
You may use our online Prayer Book
HERE.
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Noonday Prayer on YouTube
Wednesdays
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Women’s Zoom Bible Study
Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
Women of Holy Comforter, let’s connect, reflect, and virtually unwind from the day together. Beginning Wednesday April 15, join us at 8 p.m. for fellowship, some silence and reflection on the next Sunday’s Gospel passage. Every week, please contact
the Rev. Ann Gillespie to be included—first come, first served (limit 20). Looking forward to ‘seeing’ you!
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REQUEST FOR ART!
Faith in the Time of Corona - Children's Corner
The planning committee for the daily Faith in the Time of Corona (FITOC) reflections would like to devote one day a week (or even an entire week) to children's art during the time of the pandemic. Parents—please photograph your child's artistic expression in any form (from finger painting to sidewalk art) and send the pictures
Brynn Pacitti. Please include your child's name. If they would like to say something about their art or faith, that is great but not required.
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Backpack Tags and Stickers for the
2020–21 School Year Have Arrived!
They are available earlier this year so those leaving town soon for college can take one with them. The theme this year is "Peace Be Upon You." This universal message is used around the world by many different cultures and religions. In Hebrew, it's
Shalom aleichem and in Arabic, it's
As-salamu alaykum. The tags, stickers and special prayer cards have been blessed and are available for pick up 24/7 on the table just inside the door on the lower level near the church office.
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Service Opportunity for Children and Youth
Parishioner Isobel Matsukas is coordinating a card drive for The Fairmont, a retirement community in Manassas, and is asking kids to create cards that can be sent their way to share a smile during this difficult time. She's asking that volunteers fill out a quick electronic form
HERE to give her an idea of how many cards she'll be delivering. Cards can be dropped off at Isobel's home at 2753 Marshall Lake Drive, Oakton VA, 22124 (There'll be a bin on the front porch). Need ideas? Follow the link
HERE.
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Family Devotions for August
Explore these printable family devotionals from Children's Ministries and enjoy some spiritual conversation at home with your kids this August! Follow the link
HERE.
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CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND SPIRITUALITY
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Navigating the New Normal:
Finding God in Your Body
Zoom Yoga with Ann
The Rev. Ann Gillespie offers her signature combination of yoga, meditation, and God, tailored to help you manage your body, mind, and spirit in this unprecedented time of pandemic. This session was recorded on Saturday, July 25.
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Spiritual Direction/
Spiritual Companionship
During this uncommon and unsettling Easter season, we’re looking to find our way with the disciples as they faced their uncertainty. We find ourselves with them on the road with the Risen Lord trying to make sense of all that is happening. We’re seeking to find ways to pay attention, to be still, to live into the paradox of “Showing Up and Letting Go.” One spiritual practice for navigating our journey is spiritual direction. The Rev. Kathy Guin will be offering times on Tuesdays for meeting together by phone, Facetime, or Zoom, please contact her at
revguin@gmail.com to learn more and for setting up an appointment.
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Grace Space
Tuesdays, 7–8:30 p.m.
As this new reality continues to unfold, we are alone and yet together in the aloneness. You are invited to join me in a small group of “Grace Space” for support—and to be seen and heard. If you have ever wondered what Gestalt Pastoral Care is, come and find out. Grace Space times are available Tuesday evenings, 7–8:30 p.m. Please contact
Alexandra MacCracken to be included—first come, first served.
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Free Virtual Reiki Relaxation Sessions
Reiki is a form of energy/spiritual healing that involves the transfer of universal (in this case God's) energy from the practitioner’s palms to their participant. Many hospitals offer it to calm patients, reduce stress, and help with healing both mentally and physically. While these sessions are normally done in person, they can be done remotely. The Reiki Master visualizes the person at the designated time and sends the energy to them with the intent of healing and relaxation. Patti Boerger, a Reiki Master practitioner for Holy Comforter's Center for Wellness and Spirituality, is offering free 20-30-minute sessions. Email
Patti Boerger to schedule a time.
Learn more.
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We all need a little help getting rid of mosquitoes, so how do we attract their predators? Find out more
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