Return to Regular Schedule, Children's Programs 

On Sunday we return to our regular schedule with services at 7:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., and 5:00 p.m. Sunday School and the Children's Music program also begins.

Sunday School: For all children in preschool through 2nd grade, classes meet at 9:00 a.m., after which children join the congregation for Eucharist. Classes for older children, in grades 3 through 6, meet between the 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. services. Formal Christian formation for grades 7 through 12 is twice a month on Sunday evenings at 6:15 p.m. with additional experiences periodically on Sunday mornings. Questions? Please contact Rev. Laura.

 Children's Music Program: Children in grades 3 through 7 are invited are invited to join Susan Allen in the Great Hall for bells. The children join the congregation for the Eucharist at approximately 9:45 a.m. At the end of the 9 a.m. service (approximately 10:30 a.m.) the Cherub Choir - for children ages 4 through 2nd grade -  is invited to join Susan in the Great Hall for chimes. They will rehearse for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on need. All children will be invited to begin working on the Christmas Musical in November. Please contact Susan with any questions. 

Please join us this Sunday at 7:00 p.m. to discuss a trip/pilgrimage to the Holy Land in the coming year. This trip would be an opportunity to visit the Holy Land as well as a chance to offer much-needed support to Dr. George Ghanem, who is working to build and staff a rehabilitation clinic for Israeli and Palestinian youths.

We are about to commence a wonderful new season of music here at St. Anne's. We need more singers to join our choirs. Our 9 a.m. choir rehearses every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. (starting Sept. 21). The music is not too difficult and we have fun putting it together. The choir for the 11:15 a.m. service (starting Sept 21) has more traditional Anglican repertoire and therefore requires singers that have some basic music reading ability. This choir rehearses every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (starting Sept. 11). Both choirs are invited to combine for our Christmas and Easter celebrations as well as other special services including Evensong at the national cathedral. If you are interested please talk to David or any member of the choir on Sunday, or contact me at the music office. This is a great way to worship!

St. Anne's Ageless Group will meet on Saturday, Sept. 27 in the library from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. JQ Gillen, a professional organizer and member of St. Anne's, will advise us on how to effectively de-clutter our homes or the homes of aging parents. JQ will address both the emotional and practical dimensions of de-cluttering; provide useful tips on re-gifting, donating and re-cycling; and engage us in hands-on exercises.  For more information contact JQ or Michael Broddle (703-795-3910). 

The St. Anne's Youth Group - Christian formation for youth in grades 7-12 - returns for its first gathering of the new program year on Sunday, Sept. 28. Join us in the library at St. Anne's from 6:00-8:15 p.m. for dinner and a movie! 

All 7-8 grade youth should save the date for the SAYG Junior High Retreat on Saturday, Oct. 11. This will be a day of fun and fellowship as we get lost in The Corn Maze in the Plains! Sign-up and reserve your spot by submitting $15 (non-refundable) and a signed permission form no later than Sunday, Oct. 5. Make checks payable to "St. Anne's" and please put "SAYG Jr. High Retreat" in the memo. Sign-up sheet and permission forms are available on a clipboard in the Narthex and will be sent electronically as well.

Questions about either of these events?  Please contact Rev. Laura.

The St. Anne's Fall Camping Trip on Oct. 3-5 in Shannondale Springs, WV is currently at capacity. If you and/or your family are interested in participating, please email Rev. Laura and she will add your name(s) to the waiting list. 

If you are interested in visiting the campsite for the day on Saturday, Oct. 4, we encourage you to join us for fun on the Shenandoah River.  Stay for the "Grill Night" style dinner where each participant brings their own meat or veggies to grill, and a dish to share with everyone.  Please let Rev. Laura know if you are planning to join us for the day.

Help the Homeless Walk

One of Cornerstones key awareness and fundraising events is their annual Help the Homeless Walk. This year the walk is going to be on Oct. 19 with check-in starting at 12:30 p.m. and the walk beginning at 1:30 p.m. We are pleased to be returning to the traditional route that takes us from the Embry Rucker Community Shelter to St. Anne's and back again. (Click here to see the route map.) With St. Anne's as the turnaround point, we'll have a lot of exciting activities going on here. Stay tuned for more information! From a fundraising perspective our participation will help provide basic and essential items such as pillows, dishes and food for individuals and families who are moving from the shelter into stable housing through Cornerstones' Rapid Re-Housing Challenge.  

St. Anne's has committed to providing 100 walkers and we are matching 100% of donations from our walkers to a maximum donation of $2,500. This is a great opportunity to double your money and show St. Anne's commitment to resolving this important issue! The cost is $25 for an adult, $20 for a walker under 18 with a family maximum of $50. Click here to sign up now. To allow us to match your contribution please type "St. Anne's" in the 'Organization, Congregation or Team Name' box at the bottom of the registration form!

If you have any questions please contact our team leader Pat Sartorius (703-674-6933).

In support of the Help the Homeless Walk, which is on Oct. 19, we are requesting donations of personal care items to be given to the Embry Rucker Homeless Shelter. A collection basket will be available in the Narthex from this Sunday until Oct. 17. Below is the list of requested items; please purchase travel or trial size items. Questions? Please contact Martha Furniss (703-481-5899). Thanks!

 Items Requested -- Please Purchase Travel Size Items

Deodorant  *  Facial tissues  *  Foot spray/foot powder  *Hand lotion  *

Hand sanitizer  *  Lip balm w/ SPF  *  Nail clippers  *  Shampoo  *  Body Wash  *  Disposable razors  *  Shaving cream  *  Sunscreen  * Toothbrushes  *  Toothpaste

Our September Gleaning activity was, unfortunately, canceled on Saturday due to the rain. But do not fear! There is another opportunity coming up on Saturday, Oct. 11. We will once again be helping The Society of St. Andrews in their mission to end our country's food insecurity. The Society of St. Andrews works with farmers and others to gather, collect, and distribute produce that would otherwise be thrown away. Please click here to volunteer or contact Amber Gilson for more information. 

There will be a 45 minute acolyte training for all new and returning acolytes on Sunday, Sept. 28 immediately following the 11:15 a.m. service (approx. 12:45 p.m.).  This session is for rising 5th grade and older, including any high schoolers who are unable to attend the Sept. 14 training. Please direct any questions or send your RSVP to attend to Kelly Cosgrove. 

Please join us on Sunday, Sept. 28 at 2:30 p.m. for a facilitated round table discussion on the issue of gun violence in our society.

Many of you have enjoyed the beauty of our Memorial Garden and the lovely recognition bricks on our patio. Many have also asked when there would offer an opportunity for additional bricks to be purchased. The time is now! The Vestry of St. Anne's is pleased to offer you the opportunity to purchase an engraved recognition brick(s). We are offering two sizes of bricks: 4"x 8" brick for $150 or 8"x 8" brick for $275. Funds raised from the bricks will be dedicated to finishing the back pathway to the garden and to completing the memorial plaque wall. Click here to see and download the order form. EACH BRICK ORDER WILL REQUIRE A SEPARATE ORDER FORM. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Allen (703-437-6530). The deadline for ordering bricks is Sept. 28. Thank you for your support!

Virginia Theological Seminary (3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria) offers class for everyone throughout the year. On Fridays from 9:00-3:00 the Seminary is offering day long classes. Click here to see the list of classes offered.