Lenten and Easter Study

Today we had an inquiry about our Lenten devotions.  We are using a study guide created and written by Henri M Nouwen. This written journey takes the reader from Ash Wednesday through the second Sunday of Easter.  It’s a reminder that God loves us and accepts us even in our human state.

This study guide was provided by our church and we like it very much.  This is the second time we have used it for our Lenten devotional.

Hatha Yoga – September 26th

 

SAVE THE DATE

We are very pleased to announce that we will begin our third six-week Hatha Yoga Class on Wednesday, September 26th at 5:45 pm to 6:40 pm at Arlington Church of the Brethren,  ACOB, 300 Montague Street, Arlington, VA 22203

This is a gentle and basic yoga class designed to teach you posture and breathing techniques, to help you to release and relieve stress, reduce tension, improve circulation, and learn to relax while learning the fundamentals and positions of gentle yoga. This class is for beginners. All are Welcome!

You may phone us at 703-548-1882 to sign up for our class or email us at contessashome@gmail.com Please call us directly. Please do not phone the church offices for class information. We have secured space at the church for our class, but all questions regarding this class should come to us directly Thank You!

Time: 5:45 pm to 6:40 pm

Six-week Class Dates:

September 26

October 4, 11, 18 And 25

November 1st

$9.00 per class – or $45 for all six classes which is a $10 savings. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for our first class so that time allows to complete the required paperwork. Fees will be payable prior to the beginning of each class session. Sessions are continuous. All you need to do is show up once you have paid.

Please call us if you have any questions, and you can also visit our blog at Contessas.net to view updates or changes about our class.

Namaste!

Penny/Yoga Teacher

703-548-1882

United Methodist Women – Irish Supper

Please come and join us in Lundsford Hall for our wonderful Irish Supper on Saturday, March 18th. It’s going to be a great meal and wonderful evening of fellowship. Hope to see you there.

Please RSVP to office@delrayumc.org

“Contessa”

 

 

 

UMW – Octoberfest Dinner and Fall Bake Sale

The Del Ray United Methodist Women (UMW) are hosting an Octoberfest dinner and bake sale on Saturday, October 15th in Lunceford Hall.
Time: 5-7 PM
Adults-$8, Children (12 and under) $5
Please join us for brats, hot dogs, scalloped potatoes, baked sauerkraut, salad, soft pretzels, desserts, root beer, coffee and tea.
Our bake sale will feature seasonal favorites to keep or give as gifts. (they will freeze beautifully).
Come and vote for your favorite mission! Proceeds from our dinner will be distributed based on your votes.

Del Ray United Methodist Women – 4th Quarter Business Meeting

 

Del Ray United Methodist Women installation of officers and fourth quarter business meeting was held Sunday, September 18th. Our current President, Linda Hottle will remain in her leadership role as President. Margaret Chapman and Jodi Omear will share the Vice President and Secretary positions. Penny Spinney agreed to remain Treasurer for the remainder of 2016.

We look forward to the rest of this year with a continued strong commitment to execute challenging, exciting and fun fundraising projects we all support and participate in for our community, our nation and our world through our humble giving

Our fourth quarter fundraiser will be a home-baked goods “Bake Sale” which we have scheduled for Saturday October 15th,  during our Octoberfest Dinner.

Our Advent Luncheon will be December 18th at 12 Noon.

 

 

 

Saint Patrick’s Dinner – sponsored by UMW

Our United Methodist Women UMW will prepare a wonderful traditional Irish Dinner in honor of Saint Patrick’s Day. We will serve Corned Beef, Potatoes and Cabbage, Irish Soda Bread and dessert. Vegetarian options will be available. The dinner is this Saturday, March 19th at the Del Ray United Methodist Church at 100 East Windsor Avenue in Lundsford Hall. Join us at 5:00  to 7:00 pm. for wonderful food and heart-warming Christian fellowship. Adults $10, children under 12 – $5.

All proceeds will benefit mission projects:

• All Gods Children Camp
• Guest House
• UMCOR

Come and make a vote for your favorite mission project.  We look forward to seeing you!

 

 

 

 

Yoga – Arlington Forest UMC

Tomorrow evening we finish up our six-week class. At this moment, we are scheduled for seven (7) in attendance. It will be a great class as we practice some “deep breathing” and add a few new positions.

Please remember to hydrate. If sitting on a hard surface is problematic, bring a blanket that you can fold to sit on. We will have fifteen minutes of meditation at the end of our class.

A couple of you have paid by-the-class because you were hesitant to pay for six classes in advance, in case you could not attend a class. The fact is, if you pay for six and cannot make a class, you don’t loose anything. I keep track through your attendance sheet. This is why it’s important to sign in when you arrive for each session. Our classes are ongoing every Tuesday.  If you wish to save a little money, be comfortable knowing that you can make up anytime. And if you wish, you can make up a class by coming to Del Ray UMC any Tuesday at 6 pm. Any questions about this, just let me know.

See you all tomorrow evening.

Penny/Yoga Teacher

703-548-1882

 

United Methodist Women – Valentines Day Luncheon/Business Meeting.

UMW will host and gather at Del Ray United Methodist Church in Lunceford Hall after worship on Sunday, February 14, for a brief business meeting and a light lunch of soup and sandwiches. We will welcome the residents of Guest House, a home in Del Ray for women making successful transitions back into society after being incarcerated.

Our UMW line item budget for 2016 will be presented and reviewed and UMW B & H balance numbers will be presented. Copies of the budget will be provided at this meeting. As a UMW member, if you wish to make a pledge for 2016, please do so by personal check. Receipts will be provided for all contributions. Please place your contribution in an envelope with the notation:  2016 Pledge. Very Important!

A check for $100 to Christ The King (CTK) was approved by our UMW President, Linda Hottle and our membership, for the Alison Sadler Honduras Mission Trip. This check will be presented to a representative from Christ The King Church

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday.

Happy Valentines Day! ❤️

Del Ray United Methodist Women

Del Ray United Methodist Women installation of officers and first quarter business meeting was Sunday, January 10th. Our current President, Linda Hottle accepted and will remain in her leadership role as President. Morganne Davies will be our new Secretary and Penny Spinney accepted and will remain Treasurer for 2016.

We look forward to this year with enthusiasm and a strong commitment to new, challenging, exciting fundraising projects for our community, our nation and our world. Our UMW women at Del Ray have been steadfast and truly committed and we are bound to one-another in Jesus Christ.  We are always ready to serve in His holy name.

 

It’s Official – Hatha Yoga for Men and Women

It’s official.  We will begin our Yoga class at the Del Ray United Methodist Church starting on Tuesday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m. (See announcement below) The class will take place in the church’s Lundsford Hall. The side door entrance to the Hall faces Clyde Street You will be entering through the glass side door. Please remember to come fifteen minutes early for our first class so that all paperwork can be completed and we can start on time. Our class will dismiss at 6:50 p. m.

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SAVE THE DATE

We are very pleased to announce that we will begin our six-week Hatha Yoga Class for Men and Women on Tuesday, January 12th at 6 p.m., at the Del Ray United Methodist Church, located at 100 E Windsor Avenue in Alexandria, VA. 22301.

This is a gentle and basic yoga class designed to teach you posture and breathing techniques, to help you to release and relieve stress, reduce tension, improve circulation, and learn to relax while learning the fundamentals and positions of gentle yoga This class is for beginners.

You may phone us at 703-548-1882 to sign up for our class or email us at contessashome@gmail. Please call us directly. Please do not phone the church offices for class information. We have secured space at the church for our class, but all questions regarding this class should come to us directly Thank You!

Time: 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm

Six-week Class Dates:

January 12, 19 and 26

February 2, 16, and 23

$9.00 per class – or $45 for all six classes. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for our first class so that time allows to complete the required paperwork. Fees will be payable prior to the beginning of each class session

Please call us if you have any questions

Penny/Teacher (703-548-1882)