This Week at Word of Life
August 17-23
Sunday, August 17 8:00am Worship Service-Sanctuary 9:15am Christian Education Classes for all ages– 10:30am Worship Service 12:30pm Intercultural Fellowship–Te invitamos al gimnasio, ven hay cafe y donas, gratis. African Meeting in Room CC202. Lunch in the Gym 4:00pm Amharic Ministries New Convert Class 6:00pm Worship Service. Monday, August 18 11:00am Intercessory Prayer Meeting 7:00pm Uth Band Practice Tuesday, August 19 6:00am Honor Bound Men’s Discipleship Study and Prayer 9:30am Bible Study/Prayer-Prayer Tower - Pastor Patsy McDonald 11:30am Friends and Neighbors Luncheon 7:00pm Amharic Choir Practice. Singles Ministry Fellowship Wednesday, August 20 7:30pm Adult Electives. Adult Choir Rehearsal. Servicio de adoración y predicación en Españól, Capilla, Swahili Service, Amharic Service,Extreme Uth, Royal Rangers for Boys, MPact for Girls ages 3-18 Thursday, August 21 9:30am Bible Study/Prayer–Pastor Patsy McDonald 7:00pm WOLBT-Adult Continuing Education Classes. Co-ed Adult Basketball. Friday, August 22 7:30pm Prayer Meeting. Saturday, August 23 4:00pm Amharic Choir Practice 6:00pm Amharic New Converts Class. African Gala
GENERAL INFORMATION
Overcomers-Wednesday Night Adult Class is based on the principle that , "Whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world: and this is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith." 1John 5:4 We study God's Word and use it as the framework and foundation for growth. In Overcomers we share our experiences, strengths and hopes and support each other as the Holy Spirit transforms us into the image and likeness of Jesus Christ. Please join us at our new time and location, Wednesdays, 7:30pm, in room CC203
Prayer Shawl Ministry-Do you knit or crochet? Use your gifts to help the sick and needy. Join us at the next monthly gathering of the prayer shawl ministry where your creations can provide a tangible way for others to experience God's presence in the midst of their suffering. Our next gathering is on Saturday, September 6 at 10a.m. Contact: Morenike Ogebe at 202-746-6657
African Gala Night– Saturday, August 23, 6pm-9pm in the Gym. African food, music and attire. For information For information on food please contact Elleni Ejigu at 703.347.6068/703.537.9014. For event information contact Dr. Victor Falaiye @drvofalaiye@verizon.net.
LifeLine Screening-America’s leading provider of preventive health screening will be at Word of Life September 6th. Pre-registration is required. Call 1.800.324.1851.
Seeking Crafters -International Fall Festival at Word of Life-September 26 and 27, 2008. Applications available on the tables in the Foyer. Contact Theresa Apolinario for further details 703.941.2312 ext. 104.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Children ages 5-11-JOIN US for the next 5 weeks in Children’s Church at 10:30am for
KidMo-Beefesians! You’ll discover why the book of Ephesians has so much “BE” in it. God teaches us to BE LONG, BE LIEVE, BE PATIENT, BE HAVE and BE STRONG. Deep in the heart of the old west, Johnny strikes the mother lode, full of dandy nuggets to help us behave Ephesians span. You’ll unravel the mystery of Billy Burdock Beefesian with the help of Pappy the Prospector and Blacksmith Betty. And who knew cows could be full of so much, well,...wisdom, as you find out from Bessy the talking cow.
High impact media, new kids worship, small group studies and more. Contact Pastor Samary or Pastor Cathy for exciting details. At 6pm join us for small groups.
Nursery Schedule - Today-9am-Celina Darwish, Morena Orellana and Jenny Vargas. 10am- Andria Pope, Felicia Dua, Cynthia Arthur, Yadira Martinez, Kate Afful, Irene Miranda and Rebekah Kassim. Next Week: August 24-9:00am Yadira Martinez & Maria Guadalupe Alvarez 10:00am Margarita Irek, Senait Habtemical, Marie Umutoni, Nieves Lagos, Isabel Mata, Melva Byrne & Maggie Thomas
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
Friends and Neighbors Luncheon-August 19, 11:30am. Bring along a friend to share in the food, fun, and fellowship.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Mother-Daughter Brunch-Saturday, September 20, 11am-1:30pm. Exciting News! Did you hear that Deb Moore will be speaking at the Annual Mother and Daughter Brunch this year? Delicious food, Wonderful fellowship, Glorious Worship, Powerful Word--it's a life changing experience. Invite someone. Childcare provided and Spanish translation. Sign up in the Foyer beginning August 31st.
YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY
All Young adults are invited. Join us for LUNCH Sunday, August 24th after the 10:30am service. We’ll be heading to Pan American Bakery and it is located at 650 Pickett Street, Alexandria, VA 22304.
YOUNG MARRIEDS MINISTRY
Young Married’s Cook-out – Saturday, August 23rd || 4-8pm – Please go online to RSVP (www.wolag.org) Meet new couples, bring friends…