IMPORTANT UPDATE!
Due to the impending snow storm, we have canceled the Saturday evening worship service this Saturday (2-6). Be sure to check the home page of our website or call our Weather Update Line (703.821.0800) for updates on the status of our Sunday worship services.
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2010 Women’s Retreat:  “Holy Ground or Stuck in the Mud: A Look At Daily Spirituality”
Are your days built on “holy ground” as you seek Him and praise Him in all you do? Or when it comes to spiritual matters do you find yourself “stuck in the mud” -  too caught up in the demands of everyday living to enjoy the awe and wonder of God working in your life?  It’s not too late to decide to come to this year’s retreat! You won’t want to miss a weekend away to enjoy fellowship with friends, time to study the Word, and being inspired by our speaker.  Chris Purcell will be teaching us more about experiencing God’s presence in the daily grind. Rooms are still available but in short supply, so register quickly. Some rooms are in need of just one more roommate, maybe you are the one! To register online, click here. Questions? Email Brooke Swayze.

A New Year’s Resolution for you–Get B-O-U-L-D-E-R!
Are you looking for a new way to serve the body of Christ at MPC in 2010?  Do you have a heart for ministering to our covenant children and their families?  We are looking for only 2 more volunteers ( 9:15 service) on the 1st/3rd Sundays to teach a new Boulders class for 2-year-olds this spring.  We will be opening the class on February 7. We have a number of little ones ready to graduate from the nursery into their very own class!  Please prayerfully consider ministering to these children and email Melanie Janetsky or call (703)394-0576 to volunteer

Additional Sunday Morning Ushers Are Needed!
We are still short 4 ushers to serve once a month during the 9:15am Sunday morning worship service.
If you are interested in joining an usher team, please email John Bouma or call (703) 425-6555 for more information.

Attention Men: General Burgess Breakfast RESCHEDULED to February 13
All men are invited to this year’s first “Brothers in Christ” monthly breakfast from 8-9:30am, now NEXT Saturday, February 13, in the McLean Room. The topic for the spring will be “leadership.” Our kickoff speaker will be Lieutenant General Ron Burgess, Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. Using the example of Joshua, General Burgess will discuss leadership and the need for courage, obedience and wisdom. For more information, please email Bill Janis, Max Riesenhuber, or call Fox Magee at (703)861-5881. Come for the food, stay for the fellowship, and grow in faith!

Coffee and Missions, with Donuts on the Side
If you’re one of the many MPC folk who enjoy the coffee and donuts in the Grand Foyer on Sunday mornings, be sure to thank the volunteers who have served there in honor of a particular MPC missionary or ministry partner.  We currently have very few host groups scheduled to work the table.  Without ministries and volunteers stepping forward, the coffee and donut table will be empty.  If your MPC-supported ministry or adopted missionary might benefit from this awareness-raising tool, consider signing up to help host the table for a couple of Sundays this summer. If you’d like more information or are ready to sign up, email Brooke or call (703) 608-5018.

Don’t Forget to Bring Those Bottles Back…
Please bring your baby bottles filled with loose change to the ministry table in the Tower Entrance by February 14th.  (Why not go put the bottle in your car right now?)  The monies donated support the work of the Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center which serves young women and men facing difficulties as young moms and dads.  Free pregnancy testing, childbirth classes, parenting classes, and mentoring and material resources are offered.  Also, join the Bowlapalooza Team for a bowling outing in support of the Center on Sunday afternoon, February 28th in Arlington.  For more information, email Debbie Kipps at dbkipps@verizon.net.

LEADING WITH A LIMP – HFG Leaders’ Summit
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. And what could be more romantic than attending the next HFG Leaders’ Summit?! Don’t answer that question… but do plan on joining us on Sunday, February 14, at 9:15 am in the McLean Room.

MCLEAN DAY 2010: Coordinator Needed
Knowing MPC is a mission station, we recognize that God is presenting us with a great opportunity to meet our neighbors in a non-threatening environment.  On Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 11am to 5pm, people from McLean and surrounding areas will gather at Lewinsville Park for a community festival called McLean Day.  Last year, over 12,000 people, both adults and children, enjoyed the exhibits, rides, and game booths.  In previous years, MPC has participated in this festival as an outreach to children and families in our own backyard!  Before we apply for a space this year, we need an enthusiastic coordinator who’s willing to lead other volunteers.  Choose a craft or activity to lead, and let the fun begin!  Interested?  Email Vanessa or call  (703)821-0800 right away!  We’d like to register before February 12.

VBS is Open for Registration and Recruiting
This year’s VBS is High Seas Expedition: Exploring the Mighty Love of God.  It will be held the mornings of July 12-16 for kids age 4 through rising 3rd graders.  Please visit www.mcleanpres.org to register.  We are also looking for 1-2 creative and organized people to help lead the decorating effort for VBS, as well as volunteers for VBS week.  If you would like to serve, please email Jen Sargent or call (703)531-1998.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE DIACONATE

Haiti Disaster Relief Fund
The Deacons are collecting funds from the congregation to support our denomination’s Mission to the World (MTW) Haiti disaster relief efforts. MTW is not a “first responder” organization, but typically “comes later and stays longer” after the initial disaster circumstances have eased and the long-term recovery process begins. MTW teams will be working through churches to provide long-term medical, counseling, and construction assistance in Haiti.

In addition to dedicating the entire February 6/7 Deacon’s Fund collection to Haiti recovery efforts, the Deacons will also use the current Deacon’s Fund to match the congregation’s contributions dollar for dollar up to a maximum Deacon’s Fund contribution of $35,000. That is, if the congregation contributes $35,000 to support Haiti disaster relief efforts, the total MPC contribution to MTW will be $70,000.

We urge you to give generously to this effort at the February 6/7 worship services. You can also contribute before then by dropping your check in the offering basin this Sunday or next, or drop it off to Jean Johnson in the church office. Be sure to write “Deacon’s Haiti Relief Fund” on your check and we will be sure to include your contribution in this campaign.

The Deacons will also communicate closely with MTW about their Haiti relief effort and will report back to the congregation on activities and progress over the next several months. Please let us know if you have any questions about the upcoming Deacon’s Fund offering (email Aaron McKethan or call (703) 209-7007).

Important News If You Donate to Haiti Relief Efforts
On Friday, January 22nd, President Obama signed Public Law 111-126 (H.R. 4462).  The new law permits individuals who give money for Haiti earthquake relief efforts before March 1, 2010 to deduct the amount given on their federal income tax return (Form 1040, Schedule A) for 2009, instead of on their 2010 return, as would ordinarily be the case.

The church finance department will issue a special statement in early March 2010 reflecting Haiti Relief donations made to our church in January and February 2010 for tax purposes.   __________________________________________________________________________________

From Our Friends Outside MPC…

New RTS Class
Dr. Daniel Dreisbach is teaching’ The Bible in the Founding of America’ at RTS, Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm from February 16th-April 27th. Join Dr. Dreisbach as he leads the class in a deeper exploration of the relationship between faith and politics at America’s founding. This is the same class Dr. Dreisbach taught during Sunday School a few years ago, so if you missed out, here is your chance to learn more! MPC members can audit the class for free. If you are interested in auditing, please email Jennifer McGahey for a registration form (due February 15th).

2010 Women’s Retreat:  “Holy Ground or Stuck in the Mud: A Look At Daily Spirituality”
Are your days built on “holy ground” as you seek Him and praise Him in all you do? Or when it comes to spiritual matters do you find yourself “stuck in the mud” -  too caught up in the demands of everyday living to enjoy the awe and wonder of God working in your life?  It’s not too late to decide to come to this year’s retreat! You won’t want to miss a weekend away to enjoy fellowship with friends, time to study the Word, and being inspired by our speaker.  Chris Purcell will be teaching us more about experiencing God’s presence in the daily grind. Rooms are still available but in short supply, so register quickly. Some rooms are in need of just one more roommate, maybe you are the one! You can register online on our website.  Questions? Email Brooke Swayze.

A New Year’s Resolution for you–Get B-O-U-L-D-E-R!
Are you looking for a new way to serve the body of Christ at MPC in 2010?  Do you have a heart for ministering to our covenant children and their families?  We are looking for at least 4 volunteers (2/service) to teach a new Boulders class for 2-year-olds this spring.  We would love to open the class on February 7. We have a number of little ones ready to graduate from the nursery into their very own class!  Please prayerfully consider ministering to these children and email Melanie Janetsky or call (703)394-0576 to volunteer.

Additional Sunday Morning Ushers Are Needed!
We are still short 5 ushers to serve once a month during one of the Sunday morning worship services. If you are interested in joining an usher team, please email John Bouma or call (703) 425-6555 for more information.

Attention Men: General Burgess to talk on Biblical Leadership
All men are invited to this year’s first “Brothers in Christ” monthly breakfast from 8-9:30am on Saturday, February 6, in the McLean Room. The topic for the spring will be “leadership.” Our kickoff speaker will be Lieutenant General Ron Burgess, Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. Using the example of Joshua, General Burgess will discuss leadership and the need for courage, obedience and wisdom. For more information, please email Bill Janis, Max Riesenhuber, or call Fox Magee at (703)861-5881. Come for the food, stay for the fellowship, and grow in faith!

Coffee and Missions, with Donuts on the Side
If you’re one of the many MPC folk who enjoy the coffee and donuts in the Grand Foyer on Sunday mornings, be sure to thank the volunteers who have served there in honor of a particular MPC missionary or ministry partner.  We currently have very few host groups scheduled to work the table.  Without ministries and volunteers stepping forward, the coffee and donut table will be empty. If your MPC-supported ministry or adopted missionary might benefit from this awareness-raising tool, consider signing up to help host the table for a couple of Sundays this summer. If you’d like more information or are ready to sign up, email Brooke or call her at (703) 608-5018.

Lost & Found – Missing Anything?
It’s time to clean out our overflowing lost & found cabinet, located on the lower level in the kitchenette area. If you are missing clothing, Bibles, books, glasses, or other items, please check this cabinet. After this weekend, everything will be removed.

MCLEAN DAY 2010: Coordinator Needed
Knowing MPC is a mission station, we recognize that God is presenting us with a great opportunity to meet our neighbors in a non-threatening environment.  On Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 11am to 5pm, people from McLean and surrounding areas will gather at Lewinsville Park for a community festival called McLean Day.  Last year, over 12,000 people, both adults and children, enjoyed the exhibits, rides, and game booths.  In previous years, MPC has participated in this festival as an outreach to children and families in our own backyard!  Before we apply for a space this year, we need an enthusiastic coordinator who’s willing to lead other volunteers.  Choose a craft or activity to lead, and let the fun begin!  Interested?  Contact Vanessa at missions@mcleanpres.org or (703)821-0800 right away!  We’d like to register before February 12.

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE DIACONATE

Haiti Disaster Relief Fund
The Deacons are collecting funds from the congregation to support our denomination’s Mission to the World (MTW) Haiti disaster relief efforts. MTW is not a “first responder”
organization, but typically “comes later and stays longer” after the initial disaster circumstances have eased and the long-term recovery process begins. MTW teams will be working through churches to provide long-term medical, counseling, and construction assistance in Haiti.

In addition to dedicating the entire February 6/7 Deacon’s Fund collection to Haiti recovery efforts, the Deacons will also use the current Deacon’s Fund to match the congregation’s contributions dollar for dollar up to a maximum Deacon’s Fund contribution of $35,000. That is, if the congregation contributes $35,000 to support Haiti disaster relief efforts, the total MPC contribution to MTW will be $70,000.

We urge you to give generously to this effort at the February 6/7 worship services. You can also contribute before then by dropping your check in the offering basin this Sunday or next, or drop it off to Jean Johnson in the church office. Be sure to write “Deacon’s Haiti Relief Fund” on your check and we will be sure to include your contribution in this campaign.

The Deacons will also communicate closely with MTW about their Haiti relief effort and will report back to the congregation on activities and progress over the next several months. Please let us know if you have any questions about the upcoming Deacon’s Fund offering (email Aaron McKethan or call him at (703) 209-7007.

Important News If You Donate to Haiti Relief Efforts
On Friday, January 22nd, President Obama signed Public Law 111-126 (H.R. 4462).  The new law permits individuals who give money for Haiti earthquake relief efforts before March 1, 2010 to deduct the amount given on their federal income tax return (Form 1040, Schedule A) for 2009, instead of on their 2010 return, as would ordinarily be the case.

The church finance department will issue a special statement in early March 2010 reflecting Haiti Relief donations made to our church in January and February 2010 for tax purposes.

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From Our Friends Outside MPC…

Spring Open House at Immanuel Christian School
On Tuesday, February 9th from 9am-3pm parents and visitors are invited to tour and observe classes at every level, view curriculum, textbooks and other displays. This will be an excellent opportunity for parents who are considering Kindergarten through 8th grade to have an inside look at ICS. For information contact the office at (703) 941-1220. Location: corner of Braddock and Backlick Roads in Springfield. See us at www.icsva.org.

2010 Women’s Retreat
The deadline is here!  Early discount for registration for the 2010 Women’s Retreat is January 24th.  Register online at www.mcleanpres.org or stop by our ministry table in the Tower Entrance for assistance this Sunday morning.  You won’t want to miss hearing MPC’s own Chris Purcell addressing the topic of personal spirituality.  Like archeologists, we will “dig in the dirt” of historical thought to see how Christians have dealt with this in the past, as well as learn some practical ways to move toward holy ground.  Throughout the weekend we will taste the richness of life together in Christian community!  Don’t miss: “Holy Ground or Stuck in the Mud: A Look at Daily Spirituality” February 19-21 at nearby Fredericksburg, VA.  Email Brooke Swayze if you have further questions.

A New Year’s Resolution for you–Get B-O-U-L-D-E-R!
Are you looking for a new way to serve the body of Christ at MPC in 2010?  Do you have a heart for ministering to our covenant children and their families?  We are looking for at least 4 volunteers (2/service) to teach a new Boulders class for 2-year-olds this spring.  We would love to open the class on February 7. We have a number of little ones ready to graduate from the nursery into their very own class!  Please prayerfully consider ministering to these children and email Melanie Janetsky or call (703)394-0576 to volunteer.

Additional Sunday Morning Ushers Are Needed!
We are still short 5 ushers to serve once a month during one of the Sunday morning worship services. If you are interested in joining an usher team, please email John Bouma or call (703) 425-6555 for more information.

Attention Men: General Burgess to talk on Biblical Leadership
All men are invited to this year’s first “Brothers in Christ” monthly breakfast from 8-9:30AM on Saturday, February 6, in the McLean Room. The topic for the spring will be “leadership.” Our kickoff speaker will be Lieutenant General Ron Burgess, Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. Using the example of Joshua, General Burgess will discuss leadership and the need for courage, obedience and wisdom. For more information, please email Bill Janis, Max Riesenhuber, or call Fox Magee at (703) 861-5881. Come for the food, stay for the fellowship, and grow in faith!

Car to Lend for Missions?
Wilma Cross, a member of MPC and long-time MPC-supported missionary in Chile, will be here in America from January – April this year.  Wilma will stay at the home of an MPC member in McLean from February 4 – April 13, and is in need of a car during that time.  The car would mostly be used for local driving as well as visiting churches in Pennsylvania and Delaware.  Please email Vanessa  if you have a car you’re willing to lend.

Lost a Loved One?  GriefShare support group starts in February
No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. GriefShare is a place where people have found they can begin putting their lives back together again. GriefShare, a 13-session grief recovery group, features Biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics.  Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion.  The spring session will begin Thursday, February 4 from 7-8:30pm in Room 11.  Click here to register; or for more information email Christine Purcell.

Lost & Found – Missing Anything?
It’s time to clean out our overflowing lost & found cabinet, located on the lower level in the kitchenette area. If you are missing clothing, Bibles, books, glasses, or other items, please check this cabinet. We will remove everything from this cabinet at the end of January.

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE DIACONATE

Haiti Disaster Relief Fund

The Deacons are collecting funds from the congregation to support our denomination’s Mission to the World (MTW) Haiti disaster relief efforts. MTW is not a “first responder” organization, but typically “comes later and stays longer” after the initial disaster circumstances have eased and the long-term recovery process begins. MTW teams will be working through churches to provide long-term medical, counseling, and construction assistance in Haiti.

In addition to dedicating the entire February 6/7 Deacon’s Fund collection to Haiti recovery efforts, the Deacons will also use the current Deacon’s Fund to match the congregation’s contributions dollar for dollar up to a maximum Deacon’s Fund contribution of $35,000. That is, if the congregation contributes $35,000 to support Haiti disaster relief efforts, the total MPC contribution to MTW will be $70,000.

We urge you to give generously to this effort at the February 6/7 worship services. You can also contribute before then by dropping your check in the offering basin this Sunday or next, or drop it off to Jean Johnson in the church office. Be sure to write “Deacon’s Haiti Relief Fund” on your check and we will be sure to include your contribution in this campaign.

The Deacons will also communicate closely with MTW about their Haiti relief effort and will report back to the congregation on activities and progress over the next several months. Please let us know if you have any questions about the upcoming Deacon’s Fund offering [email Aaron McKethan or call (703) 209-7007].

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From Our Friends Outside MPC…

Ambleside School Open House January 24th
Ambleside is a Christ-centered, K-8 school, conveniently located near the Great Falls, Reston, Herndon and Sterling communities.  At Ambleside, we seek to train students in the art of learning through the development of strong academic habits.  Primary source material fuels students’ God-given hunger for knowledge.  Providing a small class environment, Ambleside has an emphasis on narrative discourse, training students in careful thought and discussion across all subject areas.  We are hosting an Open House on Sunday, January 24th at 3pm.  You will have opportunity to meet teachers, faculty, and student hosts in their classrooms.  Visit our website at www.ambleside.org or contact us at (703) 430-4034. We are located at 1089 Liberty Meeting Court, Herndon, VA  20170.

Babies Need Change and a Bowlapalooza Too
Pick up a baby bottle (or two) at the Coffee Table in the Grand Foyer (this Sunday) to fill with all that loose change that is weighing down your pockets or your purse.  The change will support the work of the Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center and the young women, men and babies it serves.  Bottles should be returned by Sunday, February 14 to our ministry table in the Tower Entrance.  Also, mark your calendar now to join the annual CHPC Bowlapalooza fundraiser on Sunday afternoon, February 28th held at the Ft. Meyer Bowling Center.  There will be free food, prizes and lots of fun!  It makes a great winter family outing for a great cause!  Contact Debbie Kipps at (703)938-7735.

Easter in Berlin: Come and See what God is doing in Germany
For the last three years, Berlinprojekt has been a culturally-relevant and unapologetically evangelical church in the center of this important European city. Having successfully planted a church in Hamburg and begun another new church plant in Berlin, the congregation seeks to see God renew the culture of their city and beyond with the Gospel. Having personally seen the good work God is doing in Berlin, Carl Meyer would love to have more of MPC witness this exciting work. He will lead a team to Germany from April 1-7, 2010 with the purpose of developing better relationships between our congregations, and ultimately helping us to be more effective ministry partners. Visit the church website for an outline of trip details. Pray about whether God may be asking you to join this mission team. For more information, email Carl Meyer.

Dominion Christian School Open House
Dominion Christian School will be holding an open house on Tuesday, January 26 from 7:30-8:30pm.  We warmly invite you to visit the school and explore the educational environment offered at DCS for grades kindergarten thru ten.  The school motto of “Knowledge.  Truth.  Wisdom.”  reflects our commitment to the Classical model, which we believe is preeminent among educational paradigms.  We seek to kindle a love of learning in our students so that they are equipped to pursue truth and wisdom in service to our Lord Jesus Christ.  Dominion Christian School is located at 10922 Vale Rd. in Oakton, VA.  For more information, please visit www.dominionschool.com or call (703)758-1055.

Is This the Year to Be “Forgiven and Set Free”?
If you have experienced a past abortion and need to know God’s unconditional forgiveness, please consider joining us for a six week Abortion Recovery Bible study that offers hope and healing through God’s Word. We will meet at Assist Pregnancy Center on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8pm beginning January 28. There is no cost but pre-registration is required.  To register or for more info, please call (703)354-7272 or email us at outreach@assistcpc.org.

Spring Open House at Immanuel Christian School
On Tuesday, February 9th from 9am-3pm parents and visitors are invited to tour and observe classes at every level, view curriculum, textbooks and other displays. This will be an excellent opportunity for parents who are considering Kindergarten through 8th grade to have an inside look at ICS. For information contact the office at (703) 941-1220. Location: corner of Braddock and Backlick Roads in Springfield. See us at www.icsva.org.

2010 Women’s Retreat
Come invest in an enriching weekend away full of fun, learning, friends (old and new), and growing in wisdom!  The 2010 Women’s retreat, “Holy Ground or Stuck in the Mud: A Look at Daily Spirituality,” is only a month away.  We will gather together at the Fredericksburg Hospitality House in Fredericksburg, VA – just a short one hour drive from MPC – on February 19 – February 21. To register online click here.  Hurry – early discount for registration ends January 24th! Questions?  Email Brooke Swayze.

A New Year’s Resolution for you–Get B-O-U-L-D-E-R!
Are you looking for a new way to serve the body of Christ at MPC in 2010?  Do you have a heart for ministering to our covenant children and their families?  We are looking for at least 4 volunteers (2/service) to teach a new Boulders class for 2-year-olds this spring.  We would love to open the class on February 7. We have a number of little ones ready to graduate from the nursery into their very own class!  Please prayerfully consider ministering to these children and email Melanie Janetsky or call (703)394-0576 to volunteer.

Additional Sunday Morning Ushers Are Needed!
We are still short 5 ushers to serve once a month during one of the Sunday morning worship services. If you are interested in joining an usher team, please email John Bouma or call (703) 425-6555 for more information.

Car to Lend for Missions?
Wilma Cross, a member of MPC and long-time MPC-supported missionary in Chile, will be here in America from January-April this year.  Wilma will stay at the home of an MPC member in McLean from February 4-April 13, and is in need of a car during that time.  The car would mostly be used for local driving as well as visiting churches in Pennsylvania and Delaware.  Please email Vanessa if you have a car you’re willing to lend.

Important! What to do when we experience severe weather…
MPC has a communications process in place to inform you of the status of ministry activities when we experience severe weather. To learn whether ministry activities have been delayed or canceled, please use one of these ‘communication tools’ to learn of any weather-related changes for any day of the week:

•    Go to the home page of our website at www.mcleanpres.org where you will find a pop-up window informing you of any delays or cancellations to our ministry activities. For daytime activities, an announcement will be posted by 7am; for evening activities, an announcement will be posted by 3pm. (No pop-up window will be displayed if there are no changes to our scheduled events).

•    Or; Call our Weather Update Line by dialing (703)821-0800, then press 1 (General Information about MPC), and then press 4 (Weather-related schedule changes). The announcement process is identical to the website.

Kids for the King Children’s Choir …
…will being rehearsing the new musical, “The Rock-Slinger and his Greatest Hit.” Practices are held every Sunday from 4-5:15pm beginning January 10 with the final performance on April 18. New singers ages 4-12 are welcome to join us for this fun experience of learning God’s truths, sharpening musical skills, and working together with costumes, props, and scenery to create a fine musical production of a favorite Bible story, David and Goliath. Email Pam Burns for more information.

Lost a Loved One?  GriefShare support group starts in February
No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. GriefShare is a place where people have found they can begin putting their lives back together again. GriefShare, a 13-session grief recovery group, features Biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics.  Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion.  The spring session will begin Thursday, February 4 from 7-8:30pm in Room 11.  Click here to register; or for more information email Christine Purcell.

Lost & Found – Missing Anything?
It’s time to clean out our overflowing lost & found cabinet, located on the lower level in the kitchenette area. If you are missing clothing, Bibles, books, glasses, or other items, please check this cabinet. We will remove everything from this cabinet at the end of January.

New Time for Saturday Service
MPC’s Saturday evening service is well underway; and now begins at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. The substance of Sunday morning remains but the style is a little different. Come as you are to experience God-glorifying worship, the same sermon you’d hear on a Sunday morning, and an intimate atmosphere that’s perfect for inviting new people and building relationships. Childcare and children’s programs are provided for infants through 2nd grade. Come join us!

Upcoming Congregational Meeting (THIS SUNDAY)
The Annual Stated Congregational Meeting of McLean Presbyterian Church is called for Sunday, January 17, 2010 (this Sunday), immediately following the 11am worship service, to be held in the Sanctuary of the church at 1020 Balls Hill Road, McLean, Virginia.  The purposes of the meeting are to 1) elect officers and trustees and 2) receive a report on the financial status of the church. Biographical Forms can be picked up at the Information Center.

Nominees for Ruling Elders
Tom Bennett, Stuart Burns, Don Frahler*, John Kipps, John Kyle**, Gary Niemeyer**, Dick Osborne*, Hank Seaton*, Bill Stell**, Hugh Whelchel*, Frank Wright**

Nominees for Deacons
Don Brown**, Roger Custer, Joshua Deye**, Chris Duquette, Matt Healy, Josh Jones, Jim Richardson**, Scott Shreffler**

Nominees for Trustees
Eugene K. Goodell, Edwin B. Lawless III, Richard Osborne, and Edward D. Sinclair

(*Previously ordained and nominated for a first three-year term; **Eligible to be elected for a second three-year term.)

Winter Quarter Adult Education Classes
Click here to see our upcoming winter quarter classes which began January 3 or pick up a brochure at the Information Center.

You are Invited. . .
…to join a Body & Soul Fitness class in January for the winter 2010 STAY STRONG session!  You will exercise to stay strong physically, hear music that will encourage your soul and spirit, and experience the emotional and mental support of friends who care about you.  What a great place to grow stronger!  Bring a friend so she can stay strong too!  The Strength & Flexibility class meets from Noon-1pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays in the Multi-purpose Room.   Other classes in the area:  Basic & Beyond (Mondays 10:30-11:45am & Wednesdays 12:30-1:45pm at The Falls Church, Southgate Room 104), Cardio/Strength (Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm at The Falls Church, Southgate Room 104) and Cardio/Strength (Mondays 7-8pm at Chesterbrook United Methodist Church, Multi Purpose Room).  Email Dana Elsnick or call (703)847-9814 for more information or to register.  To find a class near you, go to www.bodyandsoul.org.

From Our Friends Outside MPC…

Babies Need Change and a Bowlapalooza too
Pick up a baby bottle (or two) at the Coffee Table in the Grand Foyer (this Sunday & next) to fill with all that loose change that is weighing down your pockets or your purse.  The change will support the work of the Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center and the young women, men and babies it serves.  Bottles should be returned by Sunday, February 14 to our ministry table in the Tower Entrance.  Also, mark your calendar now to join the annual CHPC Bowlapalooza fundraiser on Sunday afternoon, February 28th held at the Ft. Meyer Bowling Center.  There will be free food, prizes and lots of fun!  It makes a great winter family outing for a great cause!  Contact Debbie Kipps at (703)938-7735.

Big Bang or …
MPC is pleased to provide you the opportunity to examine the scientific research behind the origins of the universe.  This seminar is at MPC on Friday, January 22 and is FREE for MPC members who register ahead of time.  Our speaker, Dr. Hugh Ross, is the youngest person ever to serve as director of observations for Vancouver’s Royal Astronomical Society.  His postdoctoral studies (Caltech) were on “quasars,” the distant and ancient objects of the universe. This subject matter is suitable for both adults and school age children studying the universe.  Registration is required – click here or go to the C.S. Lewis Institute website. For additional questions call Sally Bjorge at (703) 567-1045.

Easter in Berlin: Come and See what God is doing in Germany
For the last three years, Berlinprojekt has been a culturally-relevant and unapologetically evangelical church in the center of this important European city. Having successfully planted a church in Hamburg and begun another new church plant in Berlin, the congregation seeks to see God renew the culture of their city and beyond with the Gospel. Having personally seen the good work God is doing in Berlin, Carl Meyer would love to have more of MPC witness this exciting work. He will lead a team to Germany from April 1-7, 2010 with the purpose of developing better relationships between our congregations, and ultimately helping us to be more effective ministry partners. Click here to see an outline of trip details. Pray about whether God may be asking you to join this mission team. For more information, email Carl Meyer.

Dominion Christian School Open House
Dominion Christian School will be holding open houses on Wednesday, January 13 from 9:30-1am and Tuesday, January 26 from 7:30-8:30pm.  We warmly invite you to visit the school and explore the educational environment offered at DCS for grades kindergarten thru ten.  The school motto of “Knowledge.  Truth.  Wisdom.”  reflects our commitment to the Classical model, which we believe is preeminent among educational paradigms.  We seek to kindle a love of learning in our students so that they are equipped to pursue truth and wisdom in service to our Lord Jesus Christ.  Dominon Christian School is located at 10922 Vale Rd. in Oakton, VA.  For more information, please visit www.dominionschool.com or call (703)758-1055.

Is This the Year to Be “Forgiven and Set Free”?
If you have experienced a past abortion and need to know God’s unconditional forgiveness, please consider joining us for a six week Abortion Recovery Bible Study that offers hope and healing through God’s Word. We will meet at Assist Pregnancy Center on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8pm beginning January 28. There is no cost but pre-registration is required.  To register or for more info, please call (703)354-7272 or email us at outreach@assistcpc.org.

Lorien Wood Open House
Lorien Wood is a Christ-centered school that seeks to help children explore God’s world and discover their place in it by cultivating their character, intellect, and imagination.  To accomplish this we uphold rigorous academic training as preparation for life, adherence to consistent standards of truth and morality, and direct parental and teacher involvement in the child’s learning.  We invite you to learn more at our upcoming Open House on Thursday, January 21 at 9am.  We are located at 8200 Bell Lane, near the intersection of Cedar Lane and Gallows Road.  For more information, please visit www.lorienwood.org or call (703) 854-1640.

Spring Open House at Immanuel Christian School
On Tuesday, February 9th from 9am-3pm parents and visitors are invited to tour and observe classes at every level, view curriculum, textbooks and other displays. This will be an excellent opportunity for parents who are considering Kindergarten through 8th grade to have an inside look at ICS. For information contact the office at (703) 941-1220. Location: corner of Braddock and Backlick Roads in Springfield. See us at www.icsva.org.

Additional Sunday Morning Ushers Are Needed!
We are still short 7 ushers to serve once a month during one of the Sunday morning worship services. If you are interested in joining an usher team, please email John Bouma or call (703) 425-6555 for more information.

Important! What to do when we experience severe weather…
MPC has a communications process in place to inform you of the status of ministry activities when we experience severe weather. To learn whether ministry activities have been delayed or canceled, please use one of these ‘communication tools’ to learn of any weather-related changes for any day of the week:

•    Go to the home page of our website at www.mcleanpres.org where you will find a pop-up window informing you of any delays or cancellations to our ministry activities. For daytime activities, an announcement will be posted by 7am; for evening activities, an announcement will be posted by 3pm. (No pop-up window will be displayed if there are no changes to our scheduled events).

•    Or; Call our Weather Update Line by dialing (703)821-0800, then press 1 (General Information about MPC), and then press 4 (Weather-related schedule changes). The announcement process is identical to the website.

Kids for the King Children’s Choir …
…will being rehearsing the new musical, “The Rock-Slinger and his Greatest Hit.” Practices are held every Sunday 4-5:15pm beginning January 10 and the final performance will be April 18. New singers ages 4-12 are welcome to join us for this fun experience of learning God’s truths, sharpening musical skills, and working together with costumes, props, and scenery to create a fine musical production of a favorite Bible story, David and Goliath. Email Pam Burns for more information.

Lost a Loved One?  GriefShare support group starting in February
No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process.   GriefShare is a place where people have found they can begin putting their lives back together again.   GriefShare, a 13-session grief recovery group, features Biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics.  Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion.  The spring session will begin Thursday, February 4, 2010 from 7-8:30pm in Room 11.  Click here to register; or for more information email Christine Purcell.

Lost & Found – Missing Anything?
It’s time to clean out our overflowing lost & found cabinet, located on the lower level in the kitchenette area. If you are missing clothing, Bibles, books, glasses, or other items, please check this cabinet. We will remove everything from this cabinet at the end of January.

Needing Leading?
Do you currently lead a small group? Would you like to lead but feel uncertain of what to do? Then it’s time to register for MPC’s Home Fellowship Group Leader Training. This interactive five-week course will run this winter from January 10 – February 7 during the 11am Sunday School hour. Covering biblical principles and practices this course will equip you to lead a group. Much of the course is discussion-based so existing leaders who have not completed the course are strongly encouraged to sign up – your experience will be invaluable and there’s always more to learn! Please register via the website – we look forward to seeing you there!

New Time for Saturday Service
MPC’s Saturday evening service is well underway; and now begins at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. The substance of Sunday morning remains but the style is a little different. Come as you are to experience God-glorifying worship, the same sermon you’d hear on a Sunday morning, and an intimate atmosphere that’s perfect for inviting new people and building relationships. Childcare and children’s programs are provided for infants through 2nd grade. Come join us!

Thank You!
A heartfelt thank you to all who helped with the ‘UnHanging of the Green’ last Sunday. We were very appreciative of all who stayed to help us with this annual task.

Upcoming Congregational Meeting
The Annual Stated Congregational Meeting of McLean Presbyterian Church is called for Sunday, January 17, 2010, immediately following the 11am worship service, to be held in the Sanctuary of the church at 1020 Balls Hill Road, McLean, Virginia.  The purposes of the meeting are to 1) elect officers and trustees and 2) receive a report on the financial status of the church.

Nominees for Ruling Elders
Tom Bennett, Stuart Burns, Don Frahler*, John Kipps, John Kyle**, Gary Niemeyer**, Dick Osborne*, Hank Seaton*, Bill Stell**, Hugh Whelchel*, Frank Wright**

Nominees for Deacons
Don Brown**, Roger Custer, Joshua Deye**, Chris Duquette, Matt Healy, Josh Jones, Jim Richardson**, Scott Shreffler**

Nominees for Trustees
Eugene K. Goodell, Edwin B. Lawless III, Richard Osborne, and Edward D. Sinclair

(*Previously ordained and nominated for a first three-year term; **Eligible to be elected for a second three-year term.)

Winter Quarter Adult Education Classes
Click here to see our winter quarter classes which began January 3, 2010, or pick up a brochure at the Information Center.

You are Invited. . .
…to join a Body & Soul Fitness class in January for the winter 2010 STAY STRONG session!  You will exercise to stay strong physically, hear music that will encourage your soul and spirit, and experience the emotional and mental support of friends who care about you.  What a great place to grow stronger!  Bring a friend so she can stay strong too!  The Strength & Flexibility class meets from Noon-1pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays in the Multi-purpose Room.   Other classes in the area:  Basic & Beyond (Mondays 10:30-11:45am & Wednesdays 12:30-1:45pm at The Falls Church, Southgate Room 104), Cardio/Strength (Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm at The Falls Church, Southgate Room 104) and Cardio/Strength (Mondays 7-8pm at Chesterbrook United Methodist Church, Multi Purpose Room).  Email Dana Elsnick or call  (703)847-9814 for more information or to register.  To find a class near you, go to www.bodyandsoul.org.

From Our Friends Outside MPC…

Big Bang  or …
MPC is pleased to provide you the opportunity to examine the scientific research behind the origins of the universe.  This seminar is FREE for MPC members who register ahead of time.  Our speaker, Dr. Hugh Ross, is the youngest person ever to serve as director of observations for Vancouver’s Royal Astronomical Society.  His postdoctoral studies (Caltech) were on “quasars,” the distant and ancient objects of the universe. This subject matter is suitable for both adults and school age children studying the universe.  Registration is required – click here or go to the C.S. Lewis Institute website.  For additional questions, call Sally Bjorge at (703) 567-1045.

Easter in Berlin: Come and See what God is doing in Germany
For the last three years, Berlinprojekt has been a culturally-relevant and unapologetically evangelical church in the center of this important European city. Having successfully planted a church in Hamburg and begun another new church plant in Berlin, the congregation seeks to see God renew the culture of their city and beyond with the Gospel. Having personally seen the good work God is doing in Berlin, Carl Meyer would love to have more of MPC witness this exciting work. He will lead a team to Germany from April 1-7, 2010 with the purpose of developing better relationships between our congregations, and ultimately helping us to be more effective ministry partners. Visit the short-term missions webpage for an outline of trip details.  Pray about whether God may be asking you to join this mission team. For more information, email Carl Meyer.

Dominion Christian School Open House
Dominion Christian School will be holding open houses on Wednesday, January 13 from 9:30-1am and Tuesday, January 26 from 7:30-8:30pm.  We warmly invite you to visit the school and explore the educational environment offered at DCS for grades kindergarten thru ten.  The school motto of “Knowledge.  Truth.  Wisdom.”  reflects our commitment to the Classical model, which we believe is preeminent among educational paradigms.  We seek to kindle a love of learning in our students so that they are equipped to pursue truth and wisdom in service to our Lord Jesus Christ.  Dominon Christian School is located at 10922 Vale Rd. in Oakton, VA.  For more information, please visit www.dominionschool.com or call (703)758-1055.

Is This the Year to Be “Forgiven and Set Free”?
If you have experienced a past abortion and need to know God’s unconditional forgiveness, please consider joining us for a six week Abortion Recovery Bible Study that offers hope and healing through God’s Word. We will meet at Assist Pregnancy Center on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8pm beginning January 28. There is no cost but pre-registration is required.  To register or for more info, please call (703) 354-7272 or email us.

Lorien Wood Open House
Lorien Wood is a Christ-centered school that seeks to help children explore God’s world and discover their place in it by cultivating their character, intellect, and imagination.  To accomplish this we uphold rigorous academic training as preparation for life, adherence to consistent standards of truth and morality, and direct parental and teacher involvement in the child’s learning.  We invite you to learn more at our upcoming Open Houses on Monday, January 11, at 7:30pm and Thursday, January 21 at 9am.  We are located at 8200 Bell Lane, near the intersection of Cedar Lane and Gallows Road.  For more information, please visit www.lorienwood.org or call (703) 854-1640.

Screwtape is in D.C.!
Due to popular demand and sold out shows, the acclaimed theatrical production, The Screwtape Letters based on the novel by C.S. Lewis has extended its D.C. run through January 10, 2010.  The smash hit show sold out in San Francisco, New York, Chicago and Washington DC when it was last here. More information and details can be found at www.screwtapeonstage.com or www.FPAtheatre.com.  Tickets to these shows would provide a great evangelistic/outreach opportunity for those for whom you are praying.