Moms! Raising kids is hard work! If you’re looking to build community with other moms going through the same season of life as you, join us for the fall session of our Moms Bible Study. This fall we will be studying the concept of gratitude. This is a fantastic opportunity to dig deep into God's word and grow stronger in your faith. Free childcare provided (RSVP today!) for kids up to age 6. To sign up, or if you have questions, contact Katie Conaway using the button below or call Glenda Letcher at 703-475-3321. Hope you can join us! 

We are coming to the close of our current fiscal year which ends on September 30th. The staff, finance committee, and elders have been evaluating budget options for the coming fiscal year starting October 1st. You should have received an email with links to a letter from Bob Thomas, Elder Chair, and Chris Ayers, Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair, providing a comprehensive summary of the new budget recommendation. Within the letter, you’ll also find a link to a document containing information related to our coming loan refinancing. Hard copies of the emailed information will be available in the foyer after the service on Sunday. Please mark your calendars for the following:

Q&A Session in the Murphy Room

Thursday, 9/19, 6:30 p.m.

Annual Business Meeting -

Discussion & Approval of FY 2025 Budget

Sunday, 9/22, after the service

Beginning September 25, we will start a new 9-week Women’s Bible Study on Paul’s letters to the Philippians and Colossians, using the Joy of Living Bible Studies by Doris W Greig. This group is co-led by Bonnie Conaway and Sue Nystrom. We meet every Wednesday from 9:30-11:00 in the Murphy Room. If you are interested, please contact Bonnie at bonconaway2@gmail.com and Sue at suenystrom22@yahoo.com. Please Note: No Childcare is offered.

Join us for a potluck breakfast before the service on Sunday, September 29 at 9:30 a.m. This is a great Sunday to invite a friend to join you! Bring your favorite dish to share or check the sign up list for some ideas. Email Mary Mendez with any questions at mary@knoll.org

Check out this short on our YouTube channel in which Pastor Chris talks about how a fearless faith is possible. Click the button below to check it out. While you’re there, don’t forget to give it a like, comment, and share the short.

Check out this article in which Pastor Chris talks about how to pass your faith onto your kids. While you’re there, don’t forget to give it a like, comment, and share the article.

You are invited to a Ladies Night of Dice, Dessert, and Devotions. This is a great chance to come out and get to know other ladies while playing a fun, interactive game. Bring a friend and make it a great night out! We’ll provide the drinks - coffee, tea, and water. Please bring a sweet or salty snack to share. RSVP by Sunday, October 6 so we know how many players to plan for. 

Are you afraid to talk about politics with your family, with your neighbors, and with folks at church? If so, why is that? Over the course of five Sunday mornings in October and November, participants will discuss key questions with the goal of making it safe to talk about faith and politics in the same sentence. Course leader, Ben O'Dell, will be using a curriculum developed by the Center for Christian Civics. Click the button below to RSVP.

Our church is growing! One of our biggest needs right now is help with childcare at various Bible Studies, Community Groups, and Outreach events throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering at one of these stand alone events, or working as a paid childcare provider on a more regular basis (must be 18 years or older!) please reach out to Katie Conaway (Katie@knoll.org). This is a fantastic way to serve the families of our church!  

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming mission trip to Nicaragua from January 19-25, 2025! We will be partnering with NicaWorks! and other local churches to be the hands and feet of Jesus, providing vital medical assistance and support to the people of Nicaragua. This mission trip offers many roles and is open to anyone who feels called to serve, especially those without a medical background. If you’re interested in joining us, please reach out to Glenn Keller or Bryan Hill. The deadline to sign up is November 1, 2024, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a lasting impact through Christ’s love! Copies of the Mission Trip Manual will be available in the foyer beginning Sunday, September 8th.

Are you looking for a way to meet people from Knollwood, get connected, and grow in your faith? Join a community group! Check out the 11 available groups at https://www.knoll.org/community.

NEW Community Groups:

1. O’Rourke Community Group: Group for empty-nesters, 2nd & 4th Thursdays @ 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

2. Thomas Women’s Community Group: Group for all women, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.

More Available Groups:

1.      Comings CG: Young adults

2.      Randall CG: Gainesville area

3.      Kawane CG: General group

4.      Robie CG: General group

5.      Nystrom CG: General group

6.      Women’s Bible Study

7.      Mom’s Bible Study

8.      Women’s Discipleship Group

Got questions…contact Carie Thomas at carie@knoll.org

Weekly Need = $18,269

Weekly Giving= $26,266

Year to Date Budget = $913,430

Year to Date Income = $903,653

Year to Date Expenses = $896,820

Point of Contact: Pastor David Oakley

SEP 19 Budget Q&A

SEP 19 Mom’s Bible Study Begins

SEP 22 Annual Business Meeting

SEP 25 Women’s Bible Study Begins

SEP 29 Potluck Breakfast Before Church

SEP 29 Communion

OCT 11 Ladies Bunco Night

OCT 13 Church, Culture, & Politics Class