Passionate about American and military history, parishioner John Maass has spent much of his life studying, writing, and speaking about these subjects. His interest in history began while growing up in rural Virginia, outside Lexington, and has continued to flourish throughout his life and career as a historian and author.

Each month, Emmanuel Preschool students participate in Chapel, led by Reverend Jen. This dedicated time allows children to explore foundational concepts of faith through rotating monthly themes, such as "People We Love," "Be the Light," "Growing," "Christmas," and "The Lost Sheep," while maintaining a consistent and familiar structure.

Meghan Foley has been worshipping at Emmanuel (EEC) since early 2025. From the beginning, she felt warmly welcomed by our parish family and quickly became active in ministries including Breaking Bread and Centering Prayer.

Growing up, Jack Esquivel loved and played many sports.  Beginning in kindergarten those sports included football, soccer, basketball and baseball.  By second grade, it became more clear which sport would take center stage in his life, when he joined the SYC anklebiters football team.  

This year the Dresen family celebrated three graduations:  John received his MA in Public Health from GWU and continues to work at GW, Jason graduated from VCU and Julia graduated from Alexandria City High School and is on her way to W&M!  Congratulations to Team Dresen …. Mom and Dad too!

Ryan Fitch has been a cherished part of the Emmanuel community, serving as our Director of Music since 2013. Through the years, Ryan has brought energy, warmth, creativity, and a deep love of music to our worship and life together.