WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Aug 31· "Do you renounce Satan...?" A biblical and historic look at the spiritual forces of evil. From Genesis to Revelation, there are numerous references to the forces of evil that are at work in the world. Join Reverend Cenci beginning this Sunday morning Aug 31, at 9:15 in the Parish House annex for a six-week study on Satan and the various manifestations of evil that are described in the scriptures. We will study how these themes are presented both in the Bible and in history, paying close attention to the ways in which the church has interpreted these texts throughout the ages. We will also discuss how evil continues to play a role in the world today, and how Christians are called to combat these spiritual forces as part of our baptismal covenant.
Sept 1· Parish Office closed in observance of Labor Day
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Ministry of Music: All choirs and ensembles resume after Labor Day. New members are welcome.
SEPT 2: There will be an online parent meeting for the Children Choir, grades 3-8, and Youth Choir grades 9-12, from 7:00-7:20 p.m. Please contact music@pohick.org for a Zoom invitation.
SEPT 4: the Pohick Handbells, teenagers and adults, rehearse from 6:15-7:15 p.m. For our first choir rehearsals together, both the Pohick Choir and Children & Youth Choir meet together on Thursday, September 4 at 7:30 p.m. (Children & Youth Choir from 7:30-8 p.m. and Pohick Choir from 7:30-9 p.m.).
SEPT 7: We will all sing on Sunday, September 7th, meeting at 9:45 a.m. The St. Francis Choir, Kindergarten to Grade 2, singers are invited to register.
For more information, contact Ronald Butts Boehmer, Minister of Music, music@pohick.org
Area Events: Monday, September 8, 2025, 7:30 p.m., 70th Anniversary of the Northern Virginia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, Hymn Festival & Organ Recital, Christ Church Alexandria. Northern Virginia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists - Home
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Sept 6· The Annual Crab Feast, sponsored by the Brotherhood of St Andrew will be held in the Common Room from 4:00 pm until 6:30 pm on Saturday, September 6th, the first Saturday following Labor Day. The menu will include Crabs, Fried Fish, Steamed Shrimp, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Pork Barbeque Sandwiches and Hot Dogs for the Kids. The cost is $30.00 per adult (ages 18 and older), $15 for children ages 12 to 17 and children under the age of 12 are free. This includes sodas and other soft drinks, but NOT beer and wine. Beer and wine will be available and donations for these items will be gladly accepted. Please contact the Church Office or members of the Brotherhood to purchase your tickets. If you have any questions, please contact Ken Evans, evans.ken59@gmail.com , or Fred Crawford, frcrawford205@comcast.net
SEPT 7: Ministry Fair and Sunday School Registration. AFTER BOTH SERVICES. Anyone interested in having space at this year’s Ministry Fair (formerly Activities Fair) please contact Jane Thurston in person or by email fuzzyandjane@gmail.com If you wish to set up near another group please let her know that also.
SEPT 7: Plans for our new program year are underway. On September 7, 2025, after the 10:30 Service, we are hosting Popsicles N Popcornto kick off our programs for children and youth. This fun event gives each family a chance to meet the teachers and advisors and register for the programs we are offering this school year. https://form.jotform.com/252346827650158 for Children/Youth Church School, Choir, EYC and Grace Space Toddlers.
SEPT 7-8 The 27th annual Tee with the Bishop Golf Tournament will be held at Shrine Mont September 7-8. The cost is $204 per golfer. Reverend Daniel is hoping to put together a team to represent Pohick Church. He is in need of three additional volunteers to be a part of the team. If you are interested in participating, please email Rev. Daniel at dcenci@pohick.org.
This is the link for the event:
https://www.shrinemont.com/event/the-27th-annual-tee-with-the-bishop-golf-tournament/
Join Bishop Jones for two days of golf and fellowship and help raise some funds for Shrine Mont to help us fulfill our mission. Team Bridgewater and St. Stephen’s Culpeper will be defending their trophies for best gross and net scores at the 26th annual tournament. Bring a foursome from your church, your business, your neighborhood or just come by yourself and we will pair you up. Either way ...
Sept 9· Vestry Meeting, 7:00 pm, Vestry House.
Sept 14: EYC Kick off with CPR Training! Contact Rev. Ted at trenaud@pohick.org or the office 703 339-6572.
Sept 17· Wednesday Holy Eucharist at the Fairfax, 1:30 pm
Sept 18· Scout Pack 899, monthly meeting. third Thursday of the month from 6:30-8:00 PM. contact douglas.castonguay@gmail.com for information.
Sept 19-21· Apple butter Fest weekend
Oct 4· Pohick Country Fair
Dear Pohick Family,
It’s almost that time again — the 79th Annual Pohick Country Fair is coming up on Saturday, October 4, 2025, and we’re looking forward to another wonderful day of fun, fellowship, and community spirit on our beautiful church grounds.
To make it all happen, we need helping hands from our parish family. Whether you can give an hour or the whole day, your time and talents will make a real difference. This year, we especially need volunteers to help with:
· Pumpkin and Face Painting – Bring smiles (and a little color!) to our youngest visitors.
· Game Supervisors – Keep the fun going and cheer on our players.
· Food Concessions – Help serve up delicious treats to our guests.
· Golf Cart Drivers – Offer rides to those who need a little extra help getting around.
· Set-Up and Tear-Down Teams – Help get everything ready before the fair and pack it all up afterward.
This is a great way to connect with fellow parishioners, meet new friends, and share the joy of welcoming our community to Pohick. Every role is essential — and there’s a place for everyone!
If you’re able to volunteer, please reply to this email or contact me directly at rickandkristi@comcast.net or 719-502-5697.
Thank you for helping us keep this beloved tradition going strong. We can’t wait to see you at the fair!
With gratitude and excitement,
Rick Church
Chairman, 79th Annual Pohick Country Fair
LOOKING AHEAD: Nov 6-8, the 231st Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia, will be held this year at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Riding Lawn mower: If you or someone you know has a riding lawn mower they would like to donate for mowing the Rectory lawn, please contact the Parish office. Thank you!
Volunteers needed Tuesday afternoons
A group of Pohick apple butter lovers are volunteering to staff a table at the Tackett’s Mill Tuesday afternoon farmer’s market. Our table will be set up with information about not just apple butter but also Pohick Church and our many activities. If you can volunteer for all or part of a Tuesday afternoon between 2:30-6:30 pm August 12 (our start date) and September 9, please contact Kathy Kirkland at 703-861-6177 or kkirkland2632@gmail.com.
GOLDEN DOVE GIFT SHOP is closed in August. If you wish to make a purchase, please see Julie Ramacciotti during church office hours or Donna Crawford on Sundays.
· The Ann Mason Guild is collecting used jewelry for its annual jewelry sale. If you have donations, please leave in the church office marked for "Ann Mason Guild". We thank you.
· Education for Ministry (EfM) is taking a summer break until September. EfM is a four year program for laity (you!) that meets once per week in the Vestry House. This program is an excellent way to enrich your spiritual life. Please consider enrolling even if you have graduated before! For more info or to register contact Denise McHugh at 410-300-9867 or dmchugh@umd.edu, or John Egan 703-973-5038 or jjegan3@netscape.net.