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SUNDAY WORSHIP
11:00 am
February Sermon Series:
"What is Required?"
Life is full of requirements, isn't it? And everyone seems to have an opinion of what is required to please God, too. Is it perfect church attendance? Is it giving a full 10% of our gross income, with extra Jesus Points for anything above and beyond? Or is it something else? Why not spend some time with us in February for one possible answer to this question, as Pastor Danny reflects on the question, "What is Required?"
February 9
1st Reading
Micah 6:8
2nd Reading
from Susan Meissner in The Shape of Mercy
3rd Reading
from Analects 15, verse 23
Reflection
"What is Required? Mercy!"
Rev. Dr. Danny Spears,
preaching
Children's Ministry:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Sundays
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Church Staff:
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Danny Spears
Office Manager
Rev. Emma Chattin
Music Minister
J. Michael d'Haviland
Keyboard Accompanist
Jorge Martinez
Board of Directors:
Rev. Dr. Danny Spears, Moderator
Micki Jones,
Vice Moderator
Kurt Jaeger, Clerk
Mark Fox,
Treasurer
Ginny Miles,
Assistant Treasurer
Susan McGlohn,
At-Large
Frank Vance,
At-Large
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| A REFLECTION FROM PASTOR DANNY |
|  Can You Feel the Love? Ah, February! It's the month of the year when candy companies like Russell-Stover, card companies like Hallmark, as well as jewelry merchants and restaurant owners of all types salivate over the possibilities for squeezing just a few more bucks from us. Re-reading that last line, I have to admit it doesn't quite have the romantic feel that's supposed to come with Valentine's Day, does it? So, lest you think I am the Valentine Grinch, just note I have purchased a variety of singing bears, candy, flowers, and cards for Richard throughout our 17 ½ year relationship. After a while, though, we decided neither of us need the candy, we don't know how to compost the flowers, and the singing bears-while cute-can really get on your nerves in short order. That pretty much leaves us with a nice card and dinner-which works for us. |
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT MCC NOVA!
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 JOIN the 'LUNCH BUNCH'!
February 9 and 23, 12:30 pm
Church services have just ended. You've enjoyed spending time with all your friends at MCC NOVA, now you're hungry and not sure what to do. How about join the LUNCH BUNCH at Buffalo Wing University at the shopping center close to the church? Not only do we get to have food, but we get to know one another better and welcome those who may be new to our church. Our next lunches together will be on February 9 and 23 at 12:30 pm.
Please join us!. If you are new, you are especially welcome to join us! For more information, contact Frank Vance or John Corbin.
END MARRIAGE DISCRIMINATION IN VIRGINIA
February 14, 2014, at 1:00 pm
Fairfax County Courthouse
4110 Chain Bridge Road Fairfax, Virginia 22030
The State of Virginia is arguing in court that not being able to get married doesn't hurt lesbian and gay people and that lesbian and gay people don't want to get married anyway. So there is no reason to change the state ban on same sex marriage. If we want marriage equality in Virginia, then it's time to step up and make it happen.
What can you do? Join MCC NOVA and our Interfaith Partners as we give witness to Sarah Fershee and Ginny Miles as they apply for a marriage license at the Fairfax County Courthouse.
Can't make it to the courthouse on Valentine's Day or want to do more? Meet after service at MCC NOVA on Sunday, February
9 for a Pizza Party as we prepare signs and banners to bring to our Witness for LOVE! at the courthouse.
Witness Contacts:
Pat Monahan (pmmonahan@cox.net)
Gail Schulte (gailannschulte@comcast.net)
HELP THE HOMELESS MINISTRY
First Sunday each month (Food prep on Saturday)
Did you know that MCC NOVA helps feed the homeless in Fairfax City? On the first Sunday of each month, volunteers provide breakfast at area locations. Food prep happens on Saturday, the day before. Interested in getting involved? Contact Pat Monahan at pmmonahan@cox.net.
WORSHIP PARTICIPATION INVITED
Are you interested in participating in Worship as a Reader, Community Prayer, Offering Appeal, Communion Minister or Acolyte? Please contact the office @ info@mccnova.com or Mark Fox @ mfox227@yahoo.com or sign-up in the Sacristy outside the Fellowship Hall. Our MCC NOVA Worship experience needs you!
 MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE! Choir rehearsals are Sunday mornings at 9:00. If you have questions about joining the choir, please see J. Michael. CONGREGATIONAL CARE NEEDS? Do you have a care need? Prayer, hospital or home visit, a ride, assistance in your home, or just a friendly face to talk to?
The Pastor, is leader of Pastoral/Congregational Care Ministry, and you can contact the office at 703-691-0931 or at info@mccnova.com when Care is needed. Also, a list of members who have volunteered to provide various types of CARE to our MCC NOVA community on the wall in the Fellowship area or and you can request a copy from the office.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, February 18, 6:30 pm Upstairs Library Everyone is welcome! |
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AREA PFLAG GATHERINGS
1. Annandale-Little River United Church of Christ, 3rd Sunday, 4:30 pm.
2. Falls Church--Temple Rodef Shalom at 2100 Westmoreland Street on the 2nd Thursday at 7:30 pm.
3. Manassas --Bull Run Unitarian Universalist Church, 4th Monday at 7:00 pm.
4. Western Fairfax -- Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, MD 22124
5. Bethesda MD-2 separate meetings at 2:00 pm on each 3rd Sunday: one focused on Trans-people and their families-Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church.
6. Alexandria, meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Location: Hope United Church of Christ, an open and affirming congregation 6130 Old Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22310, For directions, visit www.hopeucc.org
7. FLY! (Fairfax LGBTQ Youth) meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30-9:00 pm and on the third Thursday 3:00-4:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Mill Rd, Oakton, VA 22124. For more information, contact Carol Lewis at wf.pflag@gmail.com
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 Inclement Weather Procedure & Policy
To check whether or not a scheduled church event or activity is canceled due to inclement weather, please call the church office at 703-691-0930. In the case of a cancellation, a message will be placed on the church answering machine 2 hours prior to a scheduled event. If the message does not include a cancellation notice, activities will be held as scheduled. The church will also attempt to send cancellation notices via email. The Inclement Weather Policy of the church is found below: It is the policy of MCC NOVA during inclement weather, all Board members will pro-actively call the Pastor or designee and state their opinion about whether or not to cancel a scheduled church activity. That call should be made at least three (3) hours prior to services or the event. Once a majority of the Board members have expressed their opinions, the Pastor or designee will update the message on the church answering machine. When feasible, proactive telephoning or electronic contact will be attempted. Refer to the "Emergency Contact" policy for additional information. The Moderator or Vice Moderator of the Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing this policy.
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