“What we have seen and heard we declare to you, so that you and we together may share in a common life, that life we share with the Father and His son Jesus Christ” 1 John 1:3 (NEB). True Christian community is more than something we may or may not choose to enjoy . . . it is the very life of God made visible to us! And we always need more of it!

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NEW TO TRURO ANGLICAN?

• Join us on The City. Please come to our Welcome Information cart just outside the sanctuary to sign up and to receive a welcome gift and ask any questions.

• For information on today’s children and youth programs, please see the back page.• To find out more about Truro Anglican, please fill out a welcome card located in the

pew racks and put it in the offering plate or give it to an usher on your way out.

Also In This Issue:

Men's Retreat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The Marriage Course . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The Marriage Prep Course . . . . . . . . 2

Calling All Musicians-in-Hiding . . . . . 3

Join the Choir This Fall . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

LTWF: Are You Called to Serve? . . . 3

Save–the–DateAUGUST

25 Parents of Youth Meeting6:30 – 8:30 pm | Upper Room

27 Praying in the Kingdom6:30 am, 12:30 pm + 7:30 pm

SEPTEMBER

5 Choir RetreatGraves Mountain Lodge

7 Fall Kick Off + Service Time Change7:30, 8:30 + 11:15 am and 5:00 pm

7 Marriage Prep Course7:00 pm | Common Grounds

9 Women's Fellowship1:00 – 3:30 pm | Common Grounds

13 International Welcome Dinner6:30 pm | Undercroft

17 TIPS ESOL Classes Begintruroanglican.com/tips

TodayYouth Leader Interest Meeting6:30 – 8:30 pm | Upper Room

Alpha

Praying in the KingdomThis is the last week of Praying in the Kingdom. We have had amazing times of prayer. Will you join us this Wednesday at 6:30 am in the Sanctuary, 12:30 pm in the Chapel or 7:30 pm in the Undercroft!

Here’s what three attendees had to say:

“Great prayer time in the Chapel today. Led by Tim just great and Godly. The Holy Spirit is moving.”

Youth Alpha: Coming to a Sofa Near You!Thu(s), Sep 18 – Nov 6 | Desmarais House

Food + Fun + Questions + Discussion

Big questions deserve a comfortable, open chance to be talked about. That’s what Youth Alpha is about.

It’s fun and it’s really interesting. And you can say what you really think and ask what’s really on your mind.

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Growing the True CommunityAs we draw our series on True Community towards a close, the question is, "What next?" Our hope is that the series has stirred up a stronger desire in all of us to go deeper into True Community. But stirring up desire without providing an opportunity to act would simply be frustrating. So we also want to help you take practical steps towards getting more involved.

Alpha Party: Fri, Sep 19, 7:00 pmMorning Alpha: Thu(s), 9:30 – 11:30 am (starting Sep 25)Evening Alpha: Fri(s), 7:00 – 9:30 pm (starting Sep 26)truroanglican .com/alpha

Get more from The City, join groups that interest you. With over 100 groups on The City, there is a place for you

to connect and deepen community outside of Sunday mornings. Join today!

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Sunday Read AheadAug 31: I John 5:13 – 21

PARISH EVENTS

Are You Ready for Some Football?For some, the start of the NFL and college football season is life itself. But if you want some real excitement, be at Truro on Sep 7 for the Fall Programs Kick Off. It will be a festive atmosphere with music, food, and great fellowship. You’ll have a chance to meet some new staff members; tour the newly renovated childcare center (The Nest); and learn about all the cool programs and volunteer opportunities happening at Truro this fall. Stay tuned on the City and in your TFN for more updates.

MARRIAGE

The Marriage Course—Making it Great by Eric HornbuckleMarriage Course Party: Sat, Sep 20 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm | $30/couple Marriage Course: Sat(s), Sep 27 – Nov 8 | 5:30 – 8:30 pm | $130/couple

The Marriage Course is one of those resources that helps us make our marriages stronger and healthier by focusing on issues that we may not want, have the time, or the skills to address. During the seven-week course, couples gather around a romantic table-for-two, surrounded by warm ambiance, good food and soothing music. We spend time watching a video presentation on important topics that we all deal with in our marriages, followed by time for you and your partner to discuss the topic intimately in greater detail.

Not sure if it’s right for you? Come to The Marriage Course Party where you’ll get a taste of what the Course is about. You won’t regret it.

You can sign up for one or both at truroanglican .com/marriagecourse .

The Marriage Prep Course—Starting Off StrongSun(s), Sep 7 – Oct 5 | 1:00 – 3:45 pm | Common Grounds | $105/couple

The Marriage Preparation Course is for any engaged couple who wants to give their marriage the best possible start. Over the five sessions of the course, you will discover practical tools to help you. Each session provides a comfortable atmosphere, a meal, practical talks that are informative and fun, and coffee and private discussion time as a couple. There is no group work.

To find out more or to register, go to truroanglican .com/marriage .

FAMILY MINISTRY

Childcare UpdateTo all parents of children who attend the nursery: On Sep 7, we will begin using our new Childcare Check-in system! Please prepare by adding your child to your City account and linking your profile to your spouse’s to allow a smoother transition. For questions, please contact Mary Anne at 703 .273 .1300 x316 or mkeena@truroanglican .com .

Family Ministry Program NotesPlease note there is no Summer Sunday School, WEE Worship or KidZone today. Fall Programs start back up on our Fall Kick Off on Sun, Sep 7. There will also be a special Family Ministries Rector’s Forum on that day to discuss all the Family Ministry-related ministries and programs.

Rector’s Forum Sun(s), 9:30 – 10:20 am | UndercroftToday Speaker: Tory BaucumTopic: Special Rector's Forum with a Welcome to Jamie BrownNext Sunday: Speaker: Stacy Kramer Topic: God's Work in Zanzibar

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True Community (continued)

On Sun, Sep 7, our Fall Kick Off, there will be opportunities to sign up and get involved in the various communities at Truro. Come and find out more on the day!

We’re also continuing to build Amore Groups, and looking for ways for our Home Groups to partner with them in the mission of learning to reach out to our own neighborhoods and building True Community. Building vibrant communities is always a somewhat messy business, and it requires a lot of patience and grace from all of us! It’s always journey, and never a perfect process! But there will be many ways to get involved and a lot to look forward to in the coming months.

For more info on Amore Groups, email Hannah King, hking@truroanglican .com . and on Home Groups, email Brandie Fitzgerald, bfitzgerald@truroanglican .com .

MEN'S MINISTRY

Men's RetreatSat + Sun, Nov 8 + 9 | Graves Mountain

This fall, Truro’s men will be going away for their very own time of spiritual refreshment and fellowship at Graves Mountain Lodge up in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. It will be a tremendous time to connect with old friends and make new ones; to grow closer to God; to build relationships over great food; and to have some great fun. Space is limited. Register soon!

For more information and to register, go to truroanglican .com/mensretreat2014 .

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MISSIONS

Love the World Fellowship: Are You Called to Serve?Love The World Fellowship (LWF) has been meeting at Truro on Sundays since January 2008. We are a church and a worshipping community for the poor.

Sunday meetings begin at 12:45 pm and conclude at 3:00 pm. Additionally, there is the option of a Christian Recovery Group which meets from 12:00 – 1:00 pm.

We are grateful to Truro Anglican for giving up “prime time” space, thereby allowing us the opportunity to meet. For the acts of kindness extended to our members and given through your smiles, encouraging words, hands extended in friendship and the valuable commodity of your time, we are, indeed, grateful.

To see a list of ways you can serve go to The City, bit .ly/XzbYnQ or contact Bobbie Yates at 703 .314 .7805 or Jack Maier at 703 .250 .9094 .

Mission Partner SnapShot: Sanctity of Life Ministries, Stan Kellner, DirectorIn a recent update, Sanctity of Life Ministries Director Stan Kellner writes…

“A number of clients lit up inside when they saw their baby for the first time on an ultrasound screen. We never take for granted how much of a breakthrough it was for centers like ours to become medical and add the key component of ultrasound screening.

We’re always amazed by the diversity of people that God brings to us. For example, a woman in a full berka came in this past month and while she didn’t come to Christ, she was exposed to the gospel in a very clear way. I’ve probably said this before, but we have a very regular flow of Muslim clients from nations all over the globe!

Thanks SO much for your partnership in the ministry.”

Thanks be to God for the work and witness of this vital ministry in our community! —Coleman Tyler, Director of Outreach and Pastoral Care

A to Z: Truro Alpha to Zanzibar!Our hoped-for Global Alpha Training (GAT) trip to Zanzibar, East Africa this fall is now becoming a reality from October 6 – 15. Our six-member team is in place, and air tickets (big discount price!) have been purchased. Team members are: John Grimsley, Tony Niles, Charles and Kathy Strother, Missy Temme, and Coleman Tyler. We’ll be going to serve with Truro mission partners Jerry and Stacy Kramer, doing 2 – 3 days of GAT ministry, along with some service/ministry projects being planned by the Kramers (who will be visiting Truro next week). Stay tuned for more details to follow!

ARTS

Auditions for A Christmas CarolAuditions: Mon + Tue, Sep 15 – 16

The City of Fairfax Theatre Company and Truro Anglican Church are excited to announce auditions for A Christmas Carol. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his fantastical journey of transformation and redemption, led by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. This is a holiday classic brought to life in an intimate dinner theatre setting. Dance core and actor auditions are Sep 15 – 16. Dinner Theatre performances at Truro are Dec 4 – 7.

See the CFTC website at fairfaxcitytheatre .org for more detailed information!

WORSHIP

Calling All Musicians-in-HidingIf God has given you a musical gift which you’re currently keeping to yourself, may I encourage you to consider getting involved in the worship and arts ministry here at Truro? Regardless of your training, experience, or confidence level, I’d really like to hear from you. There are many different opportunities for singers and instrumentalists to get plugged into our choir, Sunday morning/evening worship teams, or other outlets.

For more information, email Jamie Brown at jbrown@truroanglican .com .

Children’s/Youth Handbells, Dance, and Choir Registration!Registration: Wed, Sep 10 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Common Grounds

Join us for another fun-filled year of singing, ringing and dancing! If you are new to Truro, registration is a good opportunity to meet the instructors. The music and dance ministries of Truro Anglican Church are open to all young people of the church and community without audition. Weekly instruction on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons culminates with music and dance offerings in Truro’s vibrant worship services regularly throughout the active season, September through April.

Information is available in the covered walkway .

TEACHING MINISTRY

Anglican Essentials CourseSun(s), Oct 5 – 19 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Reception Office

If you have ever wondered what it means that Truro is an Anglican church, the answer may be found in our Anglican Essentials course. Participants will explore what Anglicans believe, how we live a Christian life, and what it means to be part of the Anglican Communion. The course is led by Truro parishioner, Bill Barto.

For more info contact Brandie Fitzgerald, bfitzgerald@truroanglican .com .

Sunday Morning Children and YouthAny team member in a KidZone logo black shirt will help find the right place for your child. Nursery: 3 and younger. Sundays during 8:00 and 10:30 am worship. Childcare: 5 and under. Sundays during 5:00 pm worship.Nursing/Cry Room: Located in the Fellowship Room off the Undercroft beneath the Sanctuary.Sunday School: Pre-K – 6th: meet from 9:30 – 10:30 am on the 1st floor of the Ed Building.WEE (3 years – K)/KidZone (1st – 6th): Sundays during the 10:30 am service ONLY. Teens: 7th – 12th grade. ReAwakenings, Sundays from 9:30 – 10:30 am in the Upper Room.

Prayer OpportunitiesPrayer teams are available to pray with you on Sundays during Communion and following each

of the services. To receive individual prayer from the Healing Prayer Team (over 2 – 3 sessions), please call Brandie Fitzgerald, 703.273.1300 x305.

The Intercessory Prayer Team responds to all prayer-line phone calls, prays for parishioners and visitors, and passes prayer needs along to the prayer chain. To leave prayer requests in a confidential message box, call 703.273.1300 x450, 24 hours a day.

Planning Your Estate?Please consider including Truro Anglican Church in your estate plans. For more information, contact Jim Wilkinson at 703.273.1300 x110 or jwilkinson@truroanglican.com.

Needs and Blessings.

Blessing: Kirsten Boyd is now accepting new piano students for fall 2014! For more information email kboyd@truroanglican.com.

Need: Former Truro parishioner is seeking immediate room to rent in Centreville, Fairfax, Vienna, and surrounding areas. Please contact Jaci at 703.975.2099 or jcalbu@hotmail.com.

For more Needs and Blessings, visit the Marketplace on The City.

Street Address: 10520 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030Mailing Address: P.O. Box 820, Fairfax, VA 22038-0820

Parish Office: 703.273.1300Parish Fax: 703.591.0737

Email: truro@truroanglican.comWebsite: www.truroanglican.com

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Regular Events Calendar

AA Meeting Mon @ 07:00 pm

After Alpha Wed @ 07:00 pm Thu @ 09:30 am

Anglicans for Life at Truro 3rd Wed @ 07:30 pm

Spanish AWANA Mon @ 06:30 pm

Truro Boy Scout Troop 918 Tue @ 07:30 pm

Christian Recovery Group Sun @ 12:00 pm

Comunidad Hispana Sun @ 09:30 am

DOK Prayer Fri @ 09:00 am

DOK Bible Study Fri @ 10:00 am

KidZone Team Training Mon @ 04:30 pm

Love the World Fellowship Sun @ 01:00 pm

Men’s Bible Studies Mon @ 06:30 am Wed @ 06:30 am Sat @ 07:30 am

Military Prayer Tue @ 11:30 am

Prison Aftercare Sat @ 09:00 am

Reading Group 4th Wed @ 12:00 pm

TIPS ESL Tue/Thu @ 10:00 am Mon/Wed @ 07:15 pm

Truro Light Brigade Sun @ 02:30 pm

Women’s Bible Study Tue @ 09:30 am Thu @ 09:30 am

XYZ Fellowship (Seniors) Fri @ 12:00 pm

Young Adults Tue @ 06:45 pm

Youth Group Sun @ 06:30 pm

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Youth Alpha (continued)

God—life—faith—what’s the point of it all?

There’s a brand-new film series just for Youth Alpha. We’ll be using it on Thursday nights starting Sep 18. Whether you have some faith or no faith, whether you go to church or have never been in one, if you’re in middle or high school, Youth Alpha is for you.

Check out the first session and see what you think—no pressure . More info at truroanglican .com/alpha.

Praying (continued)

“Last night’s prayer meeting was just beautiful. There was just such a sweetness about it and God’s presence was so real. It just felt like heaven was touching Truro at that time. Tim … I hope more people come and it continues to build. It’s a great thing to call our church to pray.”

“Dearest Ones, Just a note to say there is a wonderful sense of "peace" since I attended today's prayer service. A burden is lifted! Praise God and "thank you" with all my heart!”

We will do it all again this Wednesday—seeking God’s face, seeking God’s blessing!

Tim's Top Tips for Inviting Someone to Alpha! Are you carrying around some of our Alpha business cards? They've got all the info about our Fri, Sep 19 Alpha Party. When you go out to run errands, ask the Lord to open your eyes to opportunities to invite the people you meet at the grocery store, at work, at the gym, at a soccer game, or

wherever you are. Use your cards to invite people to the Party—not for the whole course, that's a bit too much for a first meeting! The Party is fun, low-key, and no pressure—anyone will feel welcome!