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Sunday

8:15am Worship
9:30am Adult Christian Education
11am Worship

Wednesday

10:30am Bible Study
12:00pm Eucharist

Office Hours

Monday-Friday 9:30am – 2:30pm

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What to Expect

Welcome. If you’ve never worshiped with us or visited a church before, know that you are welcome just as you are. We are all children of God – children of all ages are invited to join us in worship.

Come As You are

At Community Lutheran, people wear the clothes that make them feel most comfortable worshiping God. There is not an expectation of a certain style of dress. You would not be out of place in jeans, or in a shirt and tie, or anything in-between.

In general, as we move through the service, the pastors will give instructions along the way as to whether or not to sit, stand, etc. And remember, we are all worshiping together, so feel free to ask for help from your pew neighbors if you need it – they will be happy to assist you!

At the beginning of the service, visitors will be invited to raise their hands so we can welcome you to our community.

Holy Communion

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Hours

Worship

Sunday 8:15am & 11am

Christian Education

Sunday 9:30am

Bible Study

Wednesday 10:30am

Midweek Eucharist

Wednesday 12pm

Office Hours

Monday - Friday

9:30am - 2:30pm

“I keep discovering just how abundant, powerful, and liberating God’s love is for all of creation. I’m excited to journey with you on this pilgrimage of faith!”

The Reverend Annabelle Markey

Pastor Annabelle grew up just over the Potomac River in Maryland. As an undergrad, she studied German, Medieval Studies, and Global Studies at Hood College and studied abroad in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. After college, she worked in the travel industry for three years while discerning a call to ministry. She graduated from the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg with a concentration in Theology and Public Life focused on Christian-Jewish dialogue. She also completed a Certificate in Ecumenical Studies through the Washington Theological Consortium and spent time living in the Collegium Oecumenicum, an ecumenical community in Munich, Germany. Pastor Annabelle loves diving into the rich stories of the Bible and exploring what they mean for our lives today. She also enjoys pop culture and seeing how movies, music, and television speak about God and the life of faith. Her focus at Community is on Christian education and formation for all ages, and social ministry. She is also deeply drawn to contemplative prayer practices and completed the “Going Deeper: Clergy Spiritual Life and Leadership” Program through the Shalem Institute in 2017.

She is also passionate about tacos, travel, dogs, icon writing, learning languages, singing, hiking, and crafting. Annabelle is married to a wonderful fellow named Jeff and looks forward to meeting you!

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Wednesday Meals & Ministries

The Welcome/Evangelism Committee is a living extension of CLC’s mission: “Welcoming Others, Growing in Grace and Sharing Christ’s Love”. Welcome Committee actively reaches out to the community looking for ways to invite others to our concerts, Christmas tree lightings, Vacation Bible School, and many other events.

CONTACT: Deborah Kalas [email protected]

Loudoun Veterans & Family Support Group

The Loudoun County Veterans and Family Support Coalition (LVFS) is a partnership between CLC and Falcons Landing Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), providing assistance not immediately available from other sources to those veterans and their families who are in need.

Our motto: “Continuing to Serve”

Technology & Communications

The Technology Ministry uses technology, computers and websites to administer and promote ministries both internally and to our neighbors. Our goal is to enhance one’s experience without “gimmicking-up” the process; we serve those with iPhones, flip-phones and paper alike.

“Technology is where IT’s at!” – W Nielsen

CONTACT: Wayne Nielsen [email protected]

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry provides confidential Christian care and support to individuals going through difficult life circumstances. Stephen Ministers are laypersons trained to give Christian care.

“My Stephen Minister met with me before and after surgery. I never thought I needed help, but I did.” Marilyn B.

https://www.stephenministries.org/
CONTACT: [email protected]
703-430-6006

Endowment

Endowment Ministry distributes annual grants to charitable organizations, thereby furthering the mission and vision of the congregation beyond the resources of the annual budget. During 2017, grants totaling $1500 were distributed to Pastor Edward Makara, the Loudoun Veterans and Family Support Group, LINK and Crossroad Jobs.

CONTACT: Ed Rogers [email protected]

Fatema Islam

Nursery Assistant

Fatema Islam has been living in Sterling for four years and is a student at Northern Virginia Community College working on her degree in Early Childhood Education. She hopes to transfer to George Mason University to finish her four-year degree. In addition, she has a two-year degree in marketing from Bangladesh. Right now, she is a full time NOVA student and works part-time at Community Lutheran Church. She loves and enjoys taking care of children and is looking forward to be an advocate for special needs children.

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Children & Youth

Children and youth are an integral part of our community and welcome to participate fully in worship. They take roles in leadership as ushers, readers, acolytes, crucifers, lectors, communion servers, and more. The Children’s and Youth Choirs also lead us in song on a regular basis.

Each Sunday, children are invited forward for the Children’s Message after the reading of the Gospel.

While we welcome infants and children in worship, if you or your child needs a break, we invite you to use the nursery or step into the Narthex (lobby).

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs” (Matthew 19:14).

Holy Communion

When we celebrate Holy Communion in the service, know that this is the Lord’s Supper, not the Lutheran Supper. We believe Christ is present in the bread and wine of Holy Communion to forgive our sins, strengthen our life with Christ and enable us to serve in his name. All baptized Christians are invited to receive bread (or gluten-free wafers) and wine (or grape juice). If you do not receive, you are welcome to come forward for a blessing – just indicate to the pastor(s) that you’d like to receive a blessing.

Maritza Sivek

Nursery Coordinator

Maritza Sivek has been working in Early Childhood for 24 years. She joined Community Lutheran Church in 2007 to help families and children in the church nursery activities. Durant her time at Community Lutheran Church she has also supported the Sunday School, music director and any other activities that go on throughout the year. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Nutrition from University Centroamerican in Nicaragua. She has continued her education at Northern Virginia Community College in Sterling and has received a certificate in infants and toddlers as well as a certificate in Early Child Development working with children 6 weeks to 8 years old. Her goal is to continue pursuing an Associates Degree in Early Child Development or get a license to teach Spanish. She is so happy to be working with such a great, nurturing community and the wonderful staff!

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Becca Shelor

Youth Minister

Becca Shelor is the Youth Director at Community Lutheran Church. She works with youth of all ages, coordinating growth and fellowship among high schoolers, middle schoolers and the congregation at large. Between teaching and leading discussions on Sundays for Youth Forum she coordinates events like Youth Sunday, Act 2:42 lock-in, Vacation Bible School, Youth Group, Synod events like Shekinah and Chrysalis, church-wide events like the National Youth Gathering, and much more for our CLC youth. Becca recently received her Certification in Youth Ministry from Gettysburg Seminary to add to her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Valparaiso University. When not serving our youth or singing in the choir, Becca is a barista at Starbucks because you can never have too much coffee. So if you ever want to sit down over a cup, please reach out!

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Jennifer Quiñones

Director of Music

Jennifer Quiñones and her husband, Giovani, live in the Sterling area with their two boys Gabe and Eli. She is passionate about uplifting this community through music. Before becoming the Director of Music at Community Lutheran Church, Jennifer has been an active performer and conductor, as well as a church musician for over 25 years. It is Jennifer’s passion to illuminate the beauty and appreciation for the sacred arts in every future musician she meets. Jennifer is committed to instilling a goal of excellence through music. She believes in raising the self-esteem of every musician to overcome personal fears by education and practice. Jennifer is genuinely excited about joining the Community family, and is excited to see what things we will build together.

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Sara Nail

Bookkeeper

Sara has been the bookkeeper for Community Lutheran and CKCP since January 2009. She hails from the Midwest (mostly Nebraska) and now calls Ashburn home. After receiving an accounting degree from James Madison University, she sat for the CPA exam and worked for several years as an auditor for Price Waterhouse in Washington, DC. She then spent 12 years in the finance department of a British Aerospace/BAE SYSTEMS division until the birth of her daughter. She was convinced to apply for the bookkeeper position while her daughter was attending CKCP, since she was driving to church several times a week already! She enjoys providing support to the “business” side of running a church and preschool so that its mission can be carried out. Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, supporting her daughter’s extracurricular activities (aka driving her places), hiking, crafting, trying new recipes and cheering on her favorite sports teams.

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Kimberly Byrum

Director of Community Kids Christian Preschool

Kim Byrum is a native of Sterling, Virginia. She has personally achieved the Educational/Experience qualifications as a Program Administrator/Director position with NAEYC requirements under the Alternative Pathways, Ms. Kim’s relevant training and credentials were met with the 120 formal hours for her Child Development Associates (CDA) Certification from Penn Foster. In 2013, Ms. Kim received her Preschool Credential in the CDA National Credentialing Program, from the Council for Professional in Washington, DC. Ms. Kim’s past experience was being a Children’s Director for a local church for over eight years. She took several child development classes from NOVA. Ms. Kim is certified in MAT, CPR, First Aid, Certified Child Seat Technician, Daily Health Observation and Child Abuse and Neglect.

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Roberta Buxton

Office Adiministrator

Roberta came out of retirement to join us as helper to Marie. With her education and administration background she feels right at home but has discovered that she will have to enroll in classes for “quick wit” in order to keep up with her co-workers. She is delighted to have the opportunity to greet and chat with all those who come through our doors. The rest of Roberta’s time is spent volunteering where she lives, enjoying activities with her family and friends and exploring our fascinating area.

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Marie Adkins

Office Adiministrator

Marie was hired in 2014 and is excited to be a part of the action at CLC! She has a long administrative background and most recently was employed at a church in Colorado before moving back to the DC area. She enjoys ministering to others with a welcoming smile and compassionate heart, as well as getting her work done! When not at the office, you can find her walking her pup, baking, reading, and meeting friends for coffee. She and her husband enjoy a good movie and good food together.

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“We are embraced by God to welcome others and bring healing to the world around us. I look forward to meeting you and building community together!”

The Reverend Joseph Vought

A native of Pennsylvania, Rev. Joseph Vought received a Masters of Divinity from The Lutheran Theological Seminary in 1983 after graduating from Gettysburg College. Ordained in 1983, Pastor Joe served Second English Lutheran, Baltimore, MD. In 1987 he was called as Pastor of Our Saviour Lutheran, Richmond, VA where he developed ministries, built buildings and trained interns. He ministered on Virginia’s “Death Row,” providing care to inmates before and during executions. In 1997 he was called as Senior Pastor of Muhlenberg Lutheran, Harrisonburg, VA. Membership grew and ministries were begun: an After-School Program for children, Mission work in West Virginia and a school in Rwanda. Building projects were undertaken. Pr. Joe represented Lutherans in Virginia to encourage denominational service and full communion partnerships. He received a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Wesley Seminary. Called to Community in October, 2008, Pr. Joe loves team ministry with Pr. Annabelle, a talented staff and vibrant congregation. He is married to Debra Swenson. Together they enjoy exercise, movies, reading and traveling. They have two grown children, Kristin and Jonathan.

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