Old Presbyterian Meeting House

06/04/2026

Next Up for the Women's Book Group!

Our next read is "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman—a moving and beautifully told story about the bonds that shape us for a lifetime. Through two interwoven timelines, Backman explores friendship, art, love, loss, and the deep connections that carry us through life—with his signature mix of humor and heart.

Whether you’ve read every page or just want to join the conversation, we’d love to have you!
Tuesday, June 23
Choose the time and place that fits your day:
2:30 PM – Elliot House Parlor
4:30 PM – La Madeleine (Old Town) NEW LOCATION
6:00 PM – 1823 Café at VTS

Everyone is welcome—come as you are, bring a friend, and join the conversation.

06/04/2026

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Join us this summer for worship at 8:30 and 10:00 AM. Communion this Sunday and each first Sunday.

Email from Old Presbyterian Meeting House Join us for Wear Orange on Friday!   What does it mean to be well, to be healed, to be whole? God is never too busy to hear our prayers and respond — often in

06/03/2026

Grab your lawn chairs, sunscreen, and your best baking skills—because we’re headed to Fort Hunt Park for a joyful church picnic you won’t want to miss!
We’ll bring the fried chicken
You bring a delicious side or dessert and together we’ll feast, laugh, and soak up a beautiful day with friends!

Highlight of the Day:
🥧 PIE CONTEST AT THE PARK! 🥧
Think your pie has what it takes? Flaky crust? Show-stopping filling? Crowd-winning flavor?
Sign up at opmh.org/picnic and bring your best pie, and compete for ultimate bragging rights (until next time, of course )
Fort Hunt Park – Area B
8999 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria

Come hungry. Come ready to relax. Come ready to cheer on some truly legendary pies.
🎉 It’s more than a picnic—it’s a summer celebration!

06/02/2026

Pull up a chair and join the conversation with the Men's Book Group as we dive into "Lincoln’s Greatest Speech" by Ronald C. White—a fascinating look at the days leading up to Lincoln’s second inauguration and the questions that shaped a nation.
What would Lincoln say about the Civil War’s end?

What about the future of the country—and those newly freed?

History, leadership, and faith meet in this powerful discussion.
🗓 Sunday, June 14
🕖 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Elliot House Parlor

Whether you’ve read every page or just want to listen and learn, you’re welcome. Come for great conversation, thoughtful reflection, and community.

06/01/2026

Join Moms Demand Action Alexandria for the annual Wear Orange event to honor victims and survivors of gun violence and recommit to doing all we can to end gun violence in our community. They will have community resource tables and a brief speaking program. Community resource fair begins at 6:30 PM, program at 7:00 PM.

Bring your friends, family, and dogs and don't forget to WEAR ORANGE!

**The Meeting House is participating in the Wear Orange Rally at John Carlyle Square Park. Please meet Shelly at our parking lot at 6:00 PM. WEAR ORANGE!

06/01/2026

🎶☀️ Sing with Us This Summer! ☀️🎶
Love to sing? Just a little curious? Looking for a joyful, no-pressure way to jump in?
Come join our Summer Pick-Up Choir!
On the third Sunday of each month—June 21 | July 19 | August 16
We’ll gather at 9:25 AM in the choir loft, learn a simple anthem together, and share it during the 10:00 AM worship service.

✨ No RSVP
✨ No experience needed
✨ Just show up and sing

Our staff singers will guide you every step of the way—just bring your voice!
Come make music, make friends, and make summer Sundays a little brighter.

05/30/2026

Grab your lawn chairs, sunscreen, and your best baking skills—because we’re headed to Fort Hunt Park for a joyful church picnic you won’t want to miss!
We’ll bring the fried chicken
You bring a delicious side or dessert and together we’ll feast, laugh, and soak up a beautiful day with friends!

Highlight of the Day:
🥧 PIE CONTEST AT THE PARK! 🥧
Think your pie has what it takes? Flaky crust? Show-stopping filling? Crowd-winning flavor?
Sign up at opmh.org/picnic and bring your best pie, and compete for ultimate bragging rights (until next time, of course )
Fort Hunt Park – Area B
8999 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria

Come hungry. Come ready to relax. Come ready to cheer on some truly legendary pies.
🎉 It’s more than a picnic—it’s a summer celebration!

05/30/2026

Our next book will be "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman.

My Friends is a novel about the powerful, life-long bonds of friendship, told through two interwoven timelines: the present-day story of a young woman named Louisa and the past story of four teenagers who formed an unbreakable bond during a transformative summer. The plot follows Louisa as she seeks to uncover the story behind a painting that features three figures from her past, leading her on a journey to understand the lives of the artist and his friends, who dealt with difficult home lives and found solace in each other. The book explores themes of love, loss, art, and the redemptive power of human connection, featuring Backman's signature blend of humor, empathy, and emotional depth.

We will meet on June 23:
2:30 PM - Elliot House Parlor
4:30 PM - La Madeleine in Old Town **New location
6:00 PM - 1823 Cafë at VTS

Everyone is welcome - pick the time that fits your day!

05/28/2026

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Summer worship times start this weekend: 830 and 10 in person and 10 am online.

Check out all the things coming up at the Meeting House!

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