Events Calendar

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Events

Worship (9:00 & 11:15 am), Sunday School (10:15)

We hope you will join us on Sunday morning for a worship service, at 9:00am or 11:15am, and for Sunday School between services, 10:15-11:00am. Worship at 9:00 am and 11:15 am Sunday School for all ages at 10:15 am For more information, please contact the church office, 703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org.

Indoor Labyrinth

Our indoor labyrinth is made of canvas. We roll it out and lay it on the floor one day a month, usually on the first Monday, and the space is open to the public from 1:00 to 7:30 pm for walking, contemplation, prayer, and other quiet activities. The indoor labyrinth will not be available on when the church building is closed for a holiday. In 2024, those dates are January 1, April 1, September 2, and December 30. Visitors to…

Tuesday Morning Bible Study

This study group selects a book of the Bible, and then they read and discuss it a few verses or a chapter at a time. Space for silence is welcome, and there is no deadline to finish. Also, no prerequisites, and no homework! They meet most Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00am, in the BPC Library and on Zoom. All are welcome! For more information, contact Sherrie Brady via the church office (703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org).

The Fix It Team

A dedicated group who bring their unique talents to help fix and problem solve plumbing, electrical, building (and more) solutions, every Tuesday. When they are done working they head to lunch for continued fellowship. They meet most Tuesday mornings at 10:00am as your schedule allows. All are welcome! For more information, contact BJ Postlewaite via the church office (703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org).

Bible and Bagels

This multi-generational group meets twice a month during the school year on Wednesday mornings for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Some of us gather early at 10:00am for set up and fellowship; Bible study begins at 10:30am and concludes at noon. All are welcome! For more information, contact Sheila Swenson via the church office (703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org).

Community Meals

After the successful efforts for the Hypothermia Shelter last winter, we are continuing our outreach by supporting FACETS hot meals program. FACETS is a local organization that supports people in vulnerable situations. Our community meals team will be preparing 150 meals for the FACETS van to transport to people in need. We will continue this on the first Wednesday of every month. There are many different ways that you and your family can be part of this relatively new ministry…

Rainbow

Rainbow is a mid-week program of fellowship and activities for children in kindergarten through grade 6. We gather most Wednesdays, October through April, for recreation/creative arts, music (children’s choirs), and a family-style meal. Through it all, and superseding any specific content, we seek to put into practice what it is to be the church and to treat one another as children of God. For more information about Rainbow or any of our children’s programs, please get in touch with Director…

AA Meeting

An Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group meets at BPC on Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 pm. To access the meeting room, enter the building through a single side door, just around the corner from the main entrance. Walk straight through a large room (the main entrance doors will be on your left) to the East Wing classrooms. The group meets in a double room, E4/E5. For more information, visit the group’s meeting page on the Virginia Alcoholics Anonymous website.

Blood Drive

Burke Presbyterian Church is hosting a blood drive on Saturday, December 7, from 7:00am to 11:00am. The INOVA bloodmobile will be parked in our parking lot. This drive is open to neighbors and community members. Book your appointment today! Schedule it online or call 1-866-256-6372 and use code 1049. Questions? Please contact the church office at 703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org.

Men of Burke (MOB)

Men of Burke (MOB) meets twice a month for fellowship and mutual support. For more information, contact Bob Hemm via the church office, at 703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org.

Celebrate the Season

Please plan to join us during the Sunday School hour on December 8 to celebrate the season of Advent. There will be something for all ages! We’ll gather for a pancake breakfast, the “Little Shoppe,” crafts, and Christmas carols.  We are also expecting a surprise visit from St. Nick that morning ~ shhhhh! In case you haven’t heard, the Little Shoppe is a place where children can select gifts for their family members; elves will be on hand to assist and…

Christmas Gathering for Seniors & Retired Folks

Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:00pm, for the BPC Christmas gathering for seniors and retired folks. Join us for cookies, coffee/tea/punch, and Christmas carols! Please RSVP to the church office, at office@BurkePresChurch.org or 703-764-0456.

Service of the Longest Night

All are welcome to join us for the Service of the Longest Night, a contemplative service designed for those who are grieving or experiencing loss. The service will be offered only in person. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the church office at 703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org.

Christmas Eve Services (4:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm)

Please join us for a worship service on Christmas Eve! Invite your family and friends. All are welcome. Please contact the church office by phone (703-764-0456) or email (office@BurkePresChurch.org) with any questions.

Worship (10:00am)

Please join us at 10:00am for a worship service on the first Sunday after Christmas. For more information, please contact the church office, 703-764-0456 or office@BurkePresChurch.org.