Venture
11am – Gym

Jesus our Refuge
Psalm 61
Dr. Danny Leavins
Pastor of Young Adults

Servicios En Español
12:30pm – Worship Center

El Poder de Su Sangre /
The Power of His Blood
Lucas / Luke 22:14–23
Juan Ancalle,
Pastor of Hispanic Ministries

8am, 9:30am, 11am

Student Ministry Sunday

Clear Speech in a Confused Culture
Colossians 4:2-6
Tim Pinkard, Pastor of Student Ministries

“I’m Not Ashamed”
Unashamed Youth Choir

SUNDAY
Boundaries Workshop begins, 12:30–2:30pm

MONDAY
Peacemaker Ministries Seminar, 7:30–9pm, Worship Center
E-Moms, 7–9pm, Terrace Rooms

THURSDAY
IBC Home Educators meeting, 7–9pm, Room 400

APRIL 7
90 Minutes, 7pm, Terrace Rooms

Mark These Dates
• April 6, 13, 20—Foundations of the Faith Baptism Class for 4th–6th grades.
• April 13—Grace Bible Camp sign-up, 8am, Glass Breezeway. Camp dates are June 22–28.
• August 4–8—Vacation Bible School
Contact: Diana Warden, 703.813.2306, warden@immanuelbible.net

Snacks are Needed
Our snacks for Children’s Ministry are running low. We need graham crackers, goldfish, pretzels, etc. (No chocolate please). Donations can be dropped off at the Resource Room. Thanks for your support of the Children’s Ministry.

90 Minutes
The theme for this season’s 90 Minutes is “Dad’s Toolbox,” using Chip Ingram’s popular book, “Effective Parenting in a Defective World.” Come join us for our next session, “Lessons to Live By” (Parts 4–5), presented by Bob Poliquin.
April 7, 7pm, Terrace Rooms
Contact: ninetyminutes@verizon.net

Women of Faith Conference
Women of Faith is coming to the Verizon Center this summer and the Women’s Ministry has reserved a block of tickets. Join other Immanuel women for this uplifting national conference right in our own area. Registration is now taking place online and in the Glass Breezeway on Sundays. Visit the Immanuel website or call the Women’s Ministry Office at 703.813.1955.
July 11-12,
Friday 7–10pm, and Saturday, 9am–5pm

Coffee, Tea and Chai
Can you remember a time when you felt strongly connected to a body of women? True unity within the body begins with getting connected. Then Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, unites us in a way that only He can accomplish. Please join us for coffee, tea or chai as we begin to reconnect. The afternoon will include music by ALIVE youth ensemble and an opportunity to explore the Amani Ya Juu marketplace. Registration is available online and in the Glass Breezeway.
May 18, 1–4pm, The Waterford in Springfield
Contact: Patricia Croll, 703.495.8370

E-Moms
E-Moms invites all mothers of elementary-aged children to attend our next meeting, Monday, March 31, 7–9pm, Terrace Room. Enjoy our tasty salad bar, fun giveaways, stimulating discussion and fellowship with other moms. Kathy Holley will share her insights on “Organizing Life and Keeping First Things First.” Although we love our children, our meetings are designed for moms only.

Father–Daughter Summit
For daughters 11–25+ and their father or father figure. Register online at www.fathers.com.
April 11–12, Fairfax Community Church

Small Groups
If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Tim (Sr. High) or Chris (Jr. High).
Wednesday nights, 7–9pm

Weekly Parent Email
Sign up for our weekly parent emails.
www.ismcrossfire.net, or www.x-factorstudents.net

CHRISTIANITY has an image problem. We are supposed to represent Christ to the world, but according to the latest report card, something has gone terribly wrong. Using descriptions like “hypocritical,” “insensitive,” and “judgmental,” young Americans share an impression of Christians that’s nothing short of….unChristian. In “unChristian,” the Barna Group presents ground-breaking research into the perceptions of sixteen to twenty- nine year olds revealing that Christians have taken several giant steps backward in this most important assignment. Learn how to reverse these misconceptions in a Christlike manner, and discover practical examples of how Christians can positively contribute to culture. Also new: “The Reason For God – Belief in an Age of Skepticism.”
Both of these eye-opening books are available today at a 20% discount.

Fighting Stress With Positive Living
The Health Challenge’s support group meets tonight, 5–7pm, Room 112. If you are struggling with a chronic illness or you are a caregiver, please join us. Everyone is welcome.

Getting Married?
Pre-Marital Mentoring is available through Immanuel. If you wish to be married at Immanuel or by an Immanuel pastor, our Pre-Marital Mentoring program is required. You are encouraged to begin this program immediately following your engagement. Please visit the Immanuel website. For information, call 703.813.1952.

Peacemaker Ministries Seminar
Come hear Robert Jones of Peacemaker Ministries speak on “Peacemaking Principles, Responding to Conflict Biblically.” This seminar will cover material that is being taught to ICS students through the Peacemaker Curriculum. Join us on March 31 in the Worship Center, 7:30–9pm. A question and answer session will follow and materials will be available for purchase.
Contact: Cheryl King, happy2behome@aol.com, 703.978.9662

“WORTHY” 2008
Easter Pageant DVDs are available in the Bookstore for $20. Purchase one as a gift.

Adult Worship Choir and Orchestra
Rehearsals will resume Wednesday, April 2, 7–9pm. Childcare is provided. This is a great time to join and lead worship on Sundays, and prepare for a non-seasonal recording in May.

Children and Youth Choir
Immanuel Kids’ Company and Unashamed Youth Choir will resume their rehearsals today. Join now to be a part of their spring musicals.

One Life
During the week of April 14, we will be having several One Life advance commitment gatherings where those attending will be asked to consider making financial commitments to our One Life campaign earlier than others. If you would like to make your sacrificial commitment prior to our commitment event on May 4, we would be happy to have you attend one of these gatherings. Contact the Church Office by Thursday, April 10 , and you will be included. Thank you for your understanding, assistance, support, and prayers.

Immanuel’s Hope Ministry
Your used, clean, and serviceable baby nursery items (cribs, dressers, changing tables, strollers, carriers, etc.,) can serve the Gospel as our volunteers reach out to expectant mothers visiting Immanuel’s Hope. Donations are received on Sundays, 9–11am, and Wednesdays, 12–4pm. Please call 703.916.8654 if you have any questions.

Mormon Outreach
You can now receive Immanuel’s Mormon Outreach materials by email: 16 short papers as they are published throughout the year. Printed papers are also available near the reception desk.
Subscribe at: www.immanuelbible.net/resources/list.php

Auto Ministry
Donate your well-cared for vehicle to Immanuel. For more information, please pick up a brochure from the Missions Board in the Narthex or surf the Immanuel website under the Auto Ministry.
Contact: Craig Curtis, 703.256.1252, curtisck@erols.com

Home Educators
Please join IBC Home Educators for our regular monthly meeting, Thursday, April 3, 7–9pm, Room 400. We will be breaking into discussion groups.
Contact: Kathy Tozier, rktozier@verizon.net, or Cheryl Cantanio, cherylcan@verizon.net

Power Camp
Power Camp (FCA) will be held at the Holmes Middle School for kids 8–12, June 23–27. With a choice of eight different sports, this is a great venue to introduce our elementary-age boys and girls to the Fellowship of Christian Athlete opportunities. Inspiration and perspiration all in one package. Pick up a brochure in the tract rack or call the FCA NOVA Office at 703.278.3970.

Philadelphia / Valley Forge Tour
Always wanted to go to Philadelphia/Valley Forge for a historical and spiritual tour of the founding of America? This is your chance to see the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Ben Franklin’s Post Office, Betsy Ross’ house, Christ Church and Valley Forge, including Washington’s Headquarters. The tour is guided by Pastor Ralph Weitz, a native of the Philadelphia area. Brochures are at the Welcome Centers.
May 9–10

Wheel Chairs Needed
Do you have a wheel chair that is in good condition that you would care to donate to Immanuel Bible Church? If so, please contact Fred Nothdurft at fnothdurft@immanuelbible.net, or 703.813.2313.

Sunday Volunteer
A volunteer is needed for approximately one hour following the 8am and 9:30am services to duplicate sermon tapes and CDs. If interested, please contact info@immanuelbible.net.

Keith and Sharon Morgan
Metro DC – U.S.
Military Ministry
(Campus Crusade for Christ)
Keith serves as Director of Family Ministries for the Military Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ. In September, an article posted on military.com called, “Families Cracking Under War Pressure,” reported that “… three quarters of the veterans acknowledged having some family problem at least once a week.” Yet, the power of the Gospel is reaching couples and transforming marriages through HomeBuilders’ Couples Studies and evangelistic Marriage Seminars.
Keith and Sharon, along with another couple, have co-authored a new military HomeBuilders’ study called “Strengthening Your Marriage Through Deployment.” The final manuscript was delivered to FamilyLife a few weeks ago, and they hope to conduct a worldwide field test over the next several months as a prelude to final publication. They hope the study will be released by late summer.
The demands and expectations on military chaplains are enormous as they minister to service members and their families. Consequently, Family Ministry hopes to pioneer two Chaplains’ Retreats in May; one in Nags Head, NC, and the other in San Diego, CA.

Prayer Requests:
1 For Family Ministry to minister effectively to chaplain couples at retreats in May.
2. For HomeBuilders’ studies started in Korea following a Military Marriage Seminar held in January in Seoul.
3. For military families who face many stresses in the midst of fighting the global war on terror.

What We’re Doing

Coed Bible Study for Married Couples & Singles, Thursdays, 7:30pm. We’re reading Mark Driscoll’s “Radical Reformission.”
Email: dan@venture-online.org

College Bible Study, Students 18–24, Sundays, 6:30pm. 4704 Forestdale Drive, Fairfax, 22032.
Email: dave.thomas@uscm.org

Venture: Single Men, Small Groups, various nights.
Email: danny@venture-online.org

Venture: Single Women, Small Groups, various nights.
Email: suzanne@venture-online.org

Venture: Married and Engaged Couples,
Small Groups, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Email: danny@venture-online.org

Questions About What We’re Doing?
Email: suzanne@venture-online.org