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Classes and Groups atAnnandale UMC

Fall 2018

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Table of Contents

Discipleship through WorshipMeet our Pastors - Pg. 3Sermon Series - Pg. 4

Guest Speaker Ruben Rosario-Rodriguez - Pg. 5Conversation with Brian Stolarz - Pg. 6

Discipleship for ChildrenImportant Dates - Pg. 7

Children in Worship - Pg. 8Sunday School - Pg. 9Teachers - Pg. 10-12

Discipleship for YouthImportant Dates - Pg. 13Sunday School - Pg. 14

Youth Group (RAMP) - Pg. 15 Teachers - Pg. 16-17

Discipleship for Young AdultsImportant Dates - Pg. 18

Young Adult Gatherings - Pg. 19

Discipleship for AdultsImportant Dates - Pg. 20

FaithJustice Forum - Pg. 21AUMC Core 5 - Pg. 22

Sunday School - Pg. 23-26 Weekday Bible Studies - Pg. 27-29

Small/Home Groups - Pg. 30-33

Discipleship through MusicChildren’s Choir - Pg. 34

Youth Choir - Pg. 35Adult Music Offering - Pg. 36

Choir Directors/Accompanists - Pg. 37-38

AppendixTrending Podcasts - Pg. 39

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Our Pastors

Left-to-Right: Jason Micheli, Lead PastorChenda Innis Lee, Associate Pastor of Adult Discipleship

Peter Kwon, Associate Pastor of Welcome & Young Adults

Fun Facts: - Jason: The only person Jason admires more than the Messiah is Jason. - Chenda: Played on the women’s soccer team in college. - Peter: STILL doesn’t know how to use an oven!

Connect with our PastorsCoffee with the Pastors: Every 4th Sunday, beginning in September, pastors Jason, Chenda, and Peter will be in the café area, during the Sunday School hour, to answer any nagging or lingering questions you’d like to ask them.

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Sermon Series

September—October: The Questions God AsksWhile it’s vogue and a badge of authenticity to doubt, question God, and “wrestle with our questions,” we often miss that God is a God who questions us. Perhaps the answers to the questions God asks us should form the questions we ask.

November: Neither Republican Nor Democrat Diversity of views in a congregation is not an obstacle to be overcome but is itself a sign of the Gospel. In a time when our culture is balkanized by labels and loyalties, the grace of God creates communities where those worldly distinctions can exist in submission to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Advent: Christmas Begins in the DarkWith the Old Testament prophets, the Church at Advent confronts a bleak world deserving of judgment. To such a world Christ came to judge by being judged in our stead. To such a world he will come again.

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Guest Speaker: Ruden Rosario-RodriguezSunday, October 23, 2018

Rev. Dr. Ruben Rodario-RodriguezAssociate Professor of Systematic Theology

Saint Louis University The Academy of Discipleship welcomes Rev. Dr. Ruben Rosario-Rodriguez as a guest speaker this year. Dr. Rodriguez is Associate Professor of Systematic Theology in the Department of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University, where he teaches various courses in constructive, liberationist, and political theologies at the undergraduate and graduate levels. He received his Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary and his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Union Theological Seminary in New York. Dr. Rosario is ordained in the Presbyterian and has published several books and articles in his field. His first book, Racism and God-Talk: A Latino/a Perspective won the 2011 Alpha Sigma Nu Book Award for Theology. Dr. Rosario-Rodriguez will preach at both our 8:32 and 11 a.m. services.

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Dialogue Sermon with Brian StolarzSunday, October 14, 2018

A word from Jason:

Brian Stolarz is one of my best friends. I’d do anything for him and he’d take a bullet for me. A lawyer and former public defender in NYC, Brian worked for years to free Alfred Dewayne Brown, also a friend of mine now, from death row in Texas after Dewayne was falsely accused of a cop-killing, his IQ test ginned up, and exculpatory evidence withheld by the prosecution and police. You can read Brian’s story in his book Grace and Justice. Copies will be available in October - you’ll want to look me up in the index to see what Brian has to say about me! Join us in worship and after to hear about Brian and Dewayne’s story and the role the Church has played in shaping Brian to respond to the good work God put before him.

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We are blessed by the presence of children in the AUMC faith community and welcome their giggles and wiggles.

Date EventSept.16 Sunday School and Children’s Choir BeginOct. 28 Fall FestivalDec. 8 Christmas Pageant Rehearsal 9 a.m. - noon

St. Nick’s Workshop: Noon to 2 p.m. (Lunch and Christmas crafts)

Dec. 9 Christmas Pageant (No Sunday School)Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 4 p.m.Mar. 5, 2019 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper with kids

activitiesApr. 6, 2019 Family Lenten Fair MissionsApr. 14, 2019 All Sunday school classes participate in Holy

Week WalkApr. 21, 2019 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt and CelebrationsMay 26, 2019 Service Projects in Wright Hall for all Sunday

School classesJune 16, 2019 Summer Sunday School Begins

Important Dates to Remember

Our children’s ministry is led by Ruth Anne Luckenbaugh. Contact: [email protected]

Fun Fact: I caused my brother to stop talking for six solid months; all I had to do was be born!

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Children in Worship8:32 a.m. and 11 a.m.

We believe God put the wiggles in children, so don’t feel you have to suppress them when in God’s house. However, the following options are available for your convenience: • Childcare—Our nursery is staffed by caring professionals who love children and are strongly committed to their safety and security. Nursery care for infants through kindergarten is available from 8:15 a.m.— 12:30 p.m. on Sundays and many other church events. The nursery is located in room 207 on the same level as the sanctuary. Rocking chairs are also available, outside the sanctuary, if you prefer not to take your child to the nursery. • Worship folders—Even the most creative and interesting worship experience can be a long time for children. Worship

folders are available, just outside the sanctuary, for children to use during worship. The folders include Children’s bulletins that are directly tied to the day’s scripture, coloring pages and small toys. Please remove used pages and return the folders so they will be available for the next Sunday.

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Children’s Sunday School9:45-10:45 a.m.

Annandale has a strong Christian education program for preschool and elementary school-aged children with classes meeting from 9:45—10:45 a.m. Each class is taught by a team of dedicated church members who love children and are strongly committed to their spiritual nurture and care.

Young Children We offer two preschool classes for young children, using the Frolic Curriculum:• Little Lambs—for children who are 2 or 3 years of age. Meets in Room 206 on the main level, across from the nursery.

• Little Goats—for children who are 4 or 5 years of age. Meets in Room 208 on the main level.

Elementary Children Our elementary age children use Godly Play, a method of Christian formation and spiritual direction for children. The goal is to teach children the art of using religious language to help them become more aware of the mystery of God’s presence in their lives. Bible stories are told with objects and encourage children to enter into the stories and relate them to their personal experience.

Classes are available for the following grade levels: • K-1st Grade: Room 313 • 2nd-3rd Grade: Room 314 • 4th-5th Grade: Room 309

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Preschool Teachers

Christi Schwarten (Little Lambs)

Carolyn Cook (Little Lambs)

Cindy Bateman (Little Goats)

Angie Houghton (Little Goats)

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Elementary Teachers

Sally Bizer (K-1st Grades)

Michelle Whitecar (K-1st Grades)

Amy Neuberg (K-1st Grades)

Ruth Anne Luckenbaugh (K-1st Grades)

Melissa Snyder (2nd -3rd Grades) Dawn Perez

(2nd -3rd Grades)

Valerie De Peralta (2nd -3rd Grades)

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Elementary Teachers

Pam Jones (4th-5th Grades)

Kristine Grow (4th – 5th Grades)

Steve Reynolds (4th-5th Grades)

Amy Page (4th-5th Grades)

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Discipleship for Youth Welcome to The Grid, the AUMC Youth Ministry program, where middle and high school aged young people can come and experience God, ask questions, explore beliefs, and put their faith into action.

Date EventOct. 21 Ramp Halloween PartyOct. 27 Annandale ParadeOct. 28 Fall Fun FestivalNov. 10 Youth Paintball TripNov.18 Youth Bake Sale (during Sunday morning

services)Dec. 16 Ramp Christmas PartyDec. 23 Youth Bake Sale (during Sunday morning

services)

The Grid is led by Trish Bradley.Email her [email protected]

Fun Fact: I legitimately think all soda tastes disgusting and have no idea why anybody drinks it. Yes, all soda. Yes, even that one that you really love.

Important Dates to Remember

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Youth Sunday School

We offer two Sunday school classes for middle and high school youths, beginning at 9:45 a.m.

Both classes are currently working on Contagious Community—a curriculum that teaches about the early church and how its members shared Christ’s love and ministry together in a contagious way. Classes are taught by dedicated adult volunteers who care about the spiritual growth and development of young people.

The Middle School Class (Grades 6-8) meet in room 209The High School Class (grades 9-12) meet in room 105 (Youth Room)

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RAMP

Ramp is AUMC’s Sunday night youth program. Youth meet in the Youth Room every Sunday evening, 5:30-7:30, where they have engaging conversations on relevant issues pertinent to their faith development.

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Middle School Teachers

Mary Padrutt Clinton Teagarden

Karen Curtin

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High School Teachers

Elvira Arteaga Gary FitzGibbon

Trish Bradley

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Discipleship for Young AdultsYoung adults, ages 18-35, gather for Bible Study, Christian

fellowship, and service projects throughout the year.

Pastor Peter Kwon oversees AUMC’s Young Adult Ministry. Contact: [email protected]

Fun Fact: I STILL do not know how to use an oven!

Important Dates to Remember

Date EventSept. 19 Disciple I Bible Study, every WednesdayOct. 28 Fall Fun Festival—Chili CookoffDec. 29 End of Year PartyJan. 2, 2019 Passion ConferenceFeb. 3, 2019 Super Bowl Party

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Young Adult Gatherings

Chat & Chew: Every 2nd and 4th Sunday, after the 11:00 a.m. worship service, young adults meet at different restaurants for lunch and conversation. Conversation often focuses on a deeper dive of the day’s sermon. Bi-District Young Adult Round Table: This is an opportunity for AUMC young adults to join other United Methodist young adults in Northern Virginia for fellowship and engage in community outreach opportunities. Other Activities: The Young Adults participate in a wide variety of other fellowship and mission activities including everything from movie nights and Superbowl parties to packaging meals for the hungry and writing Easter cards for human trafficking survivors.

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AUMC has robust offerings for adult spiritual formation. Classes and small groups are available to help seekers and disciples

connect in Christian community, grow in Christian discipleship, and serve in Christian ministry.

Date EventSept. 16 All Adult Sunday School Classes Resume -

Contact teachers to confirm Sept. 17 All Mid-week classes and small groups resumeOct. 14 Faith Justice ForumNov. 17 Faith Justice Movie Screening of 13th by Ava

DuvernayDec. 2 Advent Study BeginsJan. 6, 2019 Spring Academy Open HouseJan 7, 2019 All Winter and Spring Classes ResumeMar. 6, 2019 Lenten Study and Sermon Series BeginApr. 21, 2019 Easter Celebration May 2019 Prayer School Date and Time TBD

Our adult discipleship ministry is overseen by Pastor Chenda Innis Lee. Contact: [email protected]

Fun Fact: I met the first African female head of state, Madame Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, a few weeks after her election as president of Liberia.

Important Dates to Remember

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The FaithJustice Forum

The FaithJustice Forum is a joint ministry of Annandale UMC and the FaithJustice Foundation, founded by one of AUMC’s previous pastors, Rev. Cynthia Johnson-Oliver. The forums explore how faith impacts the important social justice issues of our time and how people of faith are called to speak and take action in ways that do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. This Fall, the FaithJustice Foundation will sponsor two events at Annandale UMC:

Fall Forum: Oct. 14 at 12:30 p.m. in Wright Hall

Ending Mass Incarceration: Restoration and Hope

A Conversation with Brian Stolarz

Movie Screening: 13th by Ava Duvernay

Coming in November at Annandale UMC

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Annandale Core 5

Starting your discipleship journey can feel overwhelming. Where should you begin? The Core 5 courses are great first and next steps to a clearer understanding of what it means to become a deeply committed Christian. We recommend (but it is not required) that you take these classes in order of 1-5.

Annandale DNA: If you are considering membership at Annandale, attending this quarterly session will help you learn more about the church’s mission and core values, our pastors, and an overview of expectations regarding membership. H2O: This course is open to anyone who has a thirst for knowing more about the Christian faith. Regardless of where you are in your faith journey, H2O is a place where your questions and curiosity are welcome. This course includes a talk, food, and discussion. Journey 101: Journey 101 is designed to create environments where people experience growth and support as they engage in the discipleship journey. The focus is on Knowing God, Loving God, and Serving God through exploring scripture and learning new spiritual practices. The RAK Project: RAK (Random Acts of Kindness) is a family friendly and intergenerational service activity that includes painting inspirational rocks to share with neighbors, friends, or strangers as a way of spreading the good news of God’s love for all people. RAK is held quarterly. Disciple Bible Study: This course provides foundational and comprehensive overview of the Bible. Groups vary in format and length.

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Sunday School Classes (9:45-10:45 a.m.)

FOLLOW-UPMeets In: Hughes Hall, Main LevelDo you long to go deeper and think critically about topics of faith? During the Sunday School hour, grab a cup of coffee and join Pastor Jason for FOLLOW-UP to go deeper into the preaching text. Leader: Pastor Jason Micheli describes himself as a “tamed cynic.” Or is he?Contact: [email protected]

IMMANUEL Meets In: Rm. 300, Upper Level (UL)This Fall, the class will be using the book, Troublesome Bible Passages to get a better understanding of why these passages are included in the Bible.Leader: Janet Woods has been teaching some form of Sunday school since age 16.Contact: [email protected]

BIBLE FELLOWSHIPMeets In: Rm. 210, Main Level (ML)This class provides in-depth study of scripture to incorporate Biblical truths into daily life. They are currently studying the minor prophets.Leader: Jerry Beyer, is an avid sports fan. He follows the Nats, Caps, Virginia Tech football and NC State basketball teams. Contact: [email protected]

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Sunday School Classes (9:45-10:45 a.m.)FAITH IN LIFEMeets In: Rm. 303, Upper Level (UL)A class for anyone interested in exploring issues of living faith in everyday life. This fall, the class will study together, Half Truths by Adam Hamilton. Leader: Harry Day traveled to the Santee National Wildlife Refuge to view the recent total eclipse, at the risk of being consumed by alligators.Contact: [email protected]

AUMC PARENTSMeets In: Rm. 310, Upper Level (UL)This class is a place where parents can find encouragement as they follow God’s example in parenting their children while being reminded that they too are God’s children. Leader: Amanda Grier became part of the AUMC family in 2014. She and her husband, Scott, have two children. Contact: [email protected]

ISSUES IN CHRISTIANITYMeets In: Rm. 307, Upper Level (UL)This class will do a tour of Christian History, beginning with the Reformation and concluding with 21st Century challenges to Christianity. Leader: Kevin Sabo enjoys leading this Sunday school class that allows the exploration of varied topics.Contact: [email protected]

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Sunday School Classes (9:45-10:45 a.m.)

WOMEN IN SEARCH OF TRUTHMeets In: Rm. 306, ULThis class is for women interested in connecting the Bible to the issues modern women face. They are studying Believing God by Beth Moore this Fall.Leaders: Tracy Carney & Brenda Pool enjoy facilitating this class and learn something new every time.Contact: [email protected]@saic.com

IN HIS STEPSMeets In: Rm. 302, Upper Level (UL)This class explores topics to help disciples faithfully follow Jesus. This fall, they are studying Way of Life by Brian McLaren.Leaders: Bill Iwig consulted with the Morocco Ministry of Agriculture, in the 1980s, to help design surveys to measure their agricultural production. Contact: [email protected]

WOMEN OF THE DAYMeets In: Parlor, Main Level (ML)This class is studying the Book of Ephesians.Leaders: Julie Montgomery enjoys teaching Sunday school and singing in the AUMC adult choir. Contact: [email protected]

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Sunday School Classes (9:45-10:45 a.m.)

WILLIAMS BIBLE CLASSMeets In: Rm. 118, Lower Level (LL)This is AUMC’s oldest Sunday School class. It has evolved into a women’s group with Bible Study and informal discussion. Leader: This class rotates leadership.

ANNANDALE TALKOnce a Month, beginning 10/07Meets In: Media Center, Lower Level (LL)On the first Sunday of each month, AUMC will invite a guest speaker to lead a TedTalk like conversation on varying topics. Leader: Pastor Chenda Lee Contact: [email protected]

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Weekday ClassesCENTERING PRAYERMondays, 9:30 a.m.Meets In: Rm. 308, Upper LevelThis class is open to anyone who wants to engage this spiritual practice designed to open the mind and heart to God’s transforming work. It is a good way to begin your week.Leader: Dottie Rogerson has been part of the AUMC staff for over twenty years. Contact: [email protected]

REHEARSING SCRIPTURE2nd/4th TuesdaysMeets In: Parlor, Main Level @ 11:30SCRIPTURE. We can study it carefully. We can listen to sermons on it and read what the experts say about it. But in the end, scripture needs to be rehearsed and encountered in community. Come, let us gather around a shared text and encounter God anew together.Leader: Pastor Chenda Lee Contact: [email protected]

A CLOSER WALK : Resumes 09/11/18Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Meets In: Rm. 307, Upper LevelThis Bible study class begins a 10-week study by Nancy Guthrie titled, The Word of the Lord: Seeing Jesus in the Prophets.Leader: Pam Adams has been facilitating Bible study classes for over nine years and enjoys studying, sharing, and living God’s word every day of her life. Contact: [email protected]

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Weekday Classes

PRAYER AND PRAISEWednesdays, 7:30 a.m.Meets In: Rm. 307, Upper LevelThis weekly Bible Study group prays, studies, and fellowships together weekly. They often invite guest speakers to lead their discussions. Leader: Rudy Meekins is a retired marine who served in the Korean War.

DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDYWednesdays, 7 p.m.Meets In: Rm. 210, Main LevelThis course provides a foundational and comprehensive overview of the Bible. Leader: Pastor Peter Kwon Contact: [email protected]

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Weekday Classes

H2O: Coming Soon.This course is open to anyone who has a thirst for knowing more about the Christian faith. Regardless of where you are in your faith journey, H2O is a place where your questions and curiosity are welcome. This course includes a talk, food, and discussion.

JOURNEY 101Thursdays, 7 p.m.Meets In: Rm. 209, Main LevelHow can you know, love, and serve God in a life-changing way? Journey 101 helps to answer this question as you explore the Bible, engage spiritual practices, and serve God with increasing passion and dedication.Leaders: Pastors Chenda Lee & Jason MicheliContact: [email protected] [email protected]

THE WAY FORWARD: Begins in NovemberMeets In: TBDIf you are interested in learning more about what the 2019 called General Conference of the United Methodist Church is all about, this class is for you. Leaders: Bill & Jan Harrod

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Small/Home Groups

RUNNING AIMLESSLY GROUPSaturday mornings beginning in OctoberMeets In: Various Running TrailsJoin this running group for a time of fellowship and cardiovascular fun. Time together includes a devotional, run, and post-run refreshment and discussion. Leaders: Alison Keller-Micheli andJohn Houston are new to AUMC and are excited to begin this running group!Contact: [email protected] [email protected]

GRACE AND TRUTH GROUP1st & 3rd Mon., 7 p.m.Meets In: Parlor, beginning 9/11/18This group meets every two weeks for fellowship, study, and discussion. New members are always welcome.Leader: Gary FitzGibbon is a long-time member of AUMC and a local real estate agent. Contact: [email protected]

1 KING’S MEN’S GROUP1st & 3rd Sat, 7:30 a.m.Meets In: Juke Box Diner This group meets for breakfast, fellowship, encouragement, and Bible Study, using the Master Builders Bible for Men. Leader: Bill Iwig consulted with the Morocco Ministry of Agriculture, in the 1980s, to help design surveys to measure their agricultural production. Contact: [email protected]

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Small/Home Groups

FALLING UPWARD HOME GROUPMon., 7 p.m.Meets In: Various HomesThis group has thought provoking discussion, shares experiences, loves, doubts, and wrestles with what it means to be a child of God in both the practical and biblical sense. Leaders: Danitria and Mark BradleyContact: [email protected] Alexandria Home GroupThurs, 6 p.m.Meets In: Bruce HomeThis group offers a safe place to be heard and embraced. A light dinner is offered so those coming from work can be nourished.Leaders: Margaret & Jerry Bruce have been in ministry for over 45 years with the Navy, Marine Corps, and civilian churches. Contact: [email protected]

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United Methodist Women (UMW)

UMW Circle Meeting Time Location ContactDeborah Circle 2nd Mondays,

7:30 p.m.AUMC Rm. 210

Marilyn Deihr703-354-9088

Lydia Circle 2nd Thursdays, 10 a.m.

AUMC Rm. 209

DeEtte Johnson703-750-3448

Martha Circle 4th Mondays, 1 p.m.

Mission Center Fellowship Hall

Betsy Clavenger703-425-6424

Mary and Martha Circle

3rd Saturdays, 8 a.m.

Home of Pat Sherfey

Pat Sherfey703-354-9676

Sarah Elizabeth Circle

2nd Sundays, 1 p.m.

AUMC Rm. 209

Beth Ann Eadie703-750-1867

United Methodist Women (UMW) is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. Annandale has five UMW circles, each with its own mission focus as well as programs and fellowship.

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United Methodist Men (UMM)

United Methodist Men (UMM) is a creative, supportive fellowship of men who seek to know Jesus Christ, to grow spiritually and to seek daily God’s will. As stated on its national website, the purpose of UMM is “helping men grow in Christ, so others can know Christ.”

AUMC UMM meets monthly for fellowship and learning, including steak dinners. It frequently serves and supports various areas of ministry in the church.

Leader: Gary FitzGibbon Contact: [email protected]

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Throughout the biblical witness, we are invited to praise and connect with God in a variety of ways. Music is one of these ways.

AUMC’s music ministry, under the direction and leadership of Patrick Vaughn, provides opportunities for all ages to grow in their faith through music. Contact: [email protected]

Children’s Choir

Children’s Choir at Annandale is a great opportunity for your child/children to make new friends, sing like crazy, worship God, and have a blast. We welcome new and veteran children to participate in any of our two choirs:

• Preschool Cherub Choir (Preschool ages 2-5) meet during the Sunday School hour in their classrooms.

• Cherub Choir (Kindergarten-First Grade) meet Sunday morning, 9:15—9:50 a.m. in Room 311.

• Celebration Singers (Second –5th Grade) meet Sunday morning, 9:15—9:50 a.m. in the Adult Choir Room and will be escorted to Sunday School following rehearsals.

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Youth Choir

Our youth, grades 6-12, have multiple ways to participate in AUMC’s music program. They provide leadership in choir and instrumental offerings throughout the school year (September-June).

• Youth Choir participates in several Sunday morning services along with touring performances throughout the year. Rehearsals are held Sundays from 12:15-1 p.m. in the Choir Room, located on the 1st floor.

• Youth Band leads the music segment of worship during Sunday night RAMP meetings. Open auditions are held twice a year (November & May) for interested musicians and vocalists. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Hughes Hall.

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Adult Music Opportunities

Adults provide music for the majority of the services and events at AUMC. We are blessed to have several opportunities for adults (college age and up) and are always open to new folks who would like to join us. Adult Choir—College age and up (seniors in high school may be allowed to participate with director approval).Rehearse on Wednesdays, 7:15—8:45 p.m. in the choir room. Adult Ensemble—College age and up Meet as needed during major seasons of the church year. Annanbells—Handbell ensemble for college and up.Rehearse on Sundays, 5:30– 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Instrumental Solos and Ensembles—on an as needed basis.

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Choir Directors

Pat Vaughn is AUMC’s Director of Music Ministries. He directs the Youth and Adult Choirs.

Margaret Vaughn directs our Celebration

Singers Choir.

Miranda Lansberry directs our

Cherub Choir

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Accompanists

Katie Ogle plays for our Celebration Singers and Cherub Choirs

Suzy Scallon plays for our Celebration Singers and Cherub Choirs

Caroline Evans plays for our Contemporary and Traditional services.

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Crackers and Grape Juice began in the spring of 2016 with a conversation between Jason Micheli and Teer Hardy.

In the years since, two shows have been added to the lineup, Strangely Warmed and (Her)Men*You*Tics, but the goal remains the same: talking about faith without using stained-glass language.

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TRENDING PODCASTS

Front - Back: Jason Micheli, Johanna Hartelius, Teer Hardy,Taylor Mertins

You can listen to the Crackers and Grape Juice podcasts at crackersandgrapejuice.com/ or download them on iTunes.

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Annandale United Methodist Church

6935 Columbia Pike, Annandale VA 22003

annandalechurch.com

703-256-8330

[email protected]