Sunday Announcements – October 22, 2017
- Last Day to Nominate Someone for Vestry. The vestry is a group of 9 elected elders who provide spiritual and fiduciary oversight for our congregation. Nominations (yes, it is just fine to nominate yourself!) can be submitted to nominations@restorationarlington.org Please include the nominees name and 2-3 sentences describing why they should be nominated.
- Sunday Volunteers Update Availability: Sunday Volunteers: The new schedule for November and December (including the holidays) will be published this week. The deadline for updating your availability is TODAY! Questions? contact kathy@restorationarlington.org
- Women’s Unscripted Gatherings: Get to know other RestoWomen outside of Sunday services! Dine with a small group of women on November 7th. Sign-up (http://bit.ly/2yavi0d) for these one-time events where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other women in a meaningful way. Contact kara.w.stevenson@gmail.com
- All Saints’ Day – On Nov 5, our church will celebrate the “communion of the saints,” all of God’s people throughout time and around the world. If you have a loved one who has died in the last year, please send us a photo for a slideshow we’ll include in worship. Email high resolution photos to Matt by Tues, Oct 31 and include “All Saint’s Day Photo” in the subject line. matt@restorationarlington.org
- Barnabas. Spend an evening of food, updates, and prayer with the Blaine’s and their work in Cambodia on Sat, Nov 4 from 6-8 pm at the Weimer’s house. Here about the role prayer is playing and about the hopes for the future. Contact Brent Jones at brentrichardjones@gmail.com to RSVP.
- Run for a difference on Saturday, November 11th! Bring your family & friends to make a difference by running or walking at this year’s Casa Chirilagua 5k. Your participation helps Casa Chirilagua’s programs and ministries. Register today at bit.ly/5kcasa
- Did you know Restoration has a flag football team? We play on Saturday mornings near the Mall against other area churches. It is co-ed, recreational, and a lot of fun. If you are interested in playing or have questions, email Matt Farrell (farrellmp@gmail.com).
- AFAC Cereal Donations. Cereal can be brought to the lower Narthex on any Sunday. Low sugar cereals are best. Consider picking up an extra box regularly for AFAC (Arlington Food Assistance Center).
