Church and Community Events
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Union Presbyerian Seminary Sprunt Lectures
May 4-6
116th Sprunt Lecture Series
Annual Gathering For Pastors & Christian Leaders
The Sprunt Lectures are UPSem’s signature annual event, and one of the longest-running theological lecture series in the country. Pastors, alumni, scholars, neighbors, and Christian leaders gather in Richmond each year for lectures, worship, storytelling, conversation, and connection.
Being Church in a Post-Christian World: A Live Webinar Conversation
May 7, 6:30 p.m.
In an increasingly post-Christian world, what does it look like to be the church and participate in the mission of God today? Join Rev. Noah Morgan (Hebron Presbyterian Church) in conversation with Rev. Dr. Edwin van Driel and Rev. Kendra Buckwalter Smith, hosts of Being Church in a Post-Christian World podcast, as they discuss what we can learn from the church in the Dutch context and how God might be calling us to be the body of Christ in new ways.
AI Goes to Church Book Study with Shenandoah Presbytery
May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 7 p.m.
Book study via Zoom hosted by Rev. Nancy Meehan Yao of Shenandoah Presbytery, using Todd Korpi’s book AI Goes to Church: Pastoral Wisdom for Artificial Intelligence. The book may be purchased through any bookstore/online book retailer.
Individuals and church groups are welcome to attend. Spots are limited to 30 to facilitate good conversation.
Questions? Contact Nancy Meehan Yao at assocgp@shenpres.org.
Series, Recurring & On-Demand Events
Chester Presbyterian 2025-26 Concert Series
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Chester Presbyterian Church
Grief Support in Spanish
Every last Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Center, 1400 Perry St., Richmond, VA
Every Tuesday, 7 p.m. virtually
Please share with your Spanish-speaking networks and neighbors!
Duelo Latino provides FREE grief counseling, support & education in SPANISH for adults 18+ throughout Virginia & the U.S. IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL formats available. Services are 100% confidential & provided by qualified LATINA clinicians who are native Spanish-speakers. Registration recommended by emailing Rev. Igmara Sanchez Prunier or calling her at 804.424.1996.
We provide support for General & Specific Losses including: Homicide, Perinatal/Child, Spouse, Parent, Sibling, Cancer/Illness, Migration, Deportation, as well as Cultural Losses & Stressors. We also provide Pastoral Counseling by request.
Grief Support Groups
Weekly
Full Circle Grief Center
Support groups are designed to care for individuals, families, and children experiencing loss. Led by professionals, these groups meet weekly to discuss coping strategies for those affected by loss.
Israel & Palestine: A Conversation on History & Ethics in the Holy Land
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In a time of deep conflict and painful headlines, how are people of faith called to respond? Bring a vital conversation to your congregation that explores the complex history of Israel-Palestine and its profound moral and theological implications.
Our speakers Michael Barr and Rev. Christopher Tweel offer a unique blend of firsthand experience and pastoral wisdom.
This program is designed for churches seeking to foster compassionate, informed dialogue and deeper understanding within their community.
*Ideal for adult education forums, special guest speaker series, or community-wide interfaith events*
To discuss presentation options, please email Rev. Tweel or call him at 804.404.3088.
Lectio Divina
Mondays, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Zoom via First Presbyterian Church, Charlottesville
Lectio Divina is a spiritual practice of scripture reading that involves both meditation and prayer. It promotes a time of communion with God and an ability to increase our knowledge of God's word. Traditionally Lectio has four separate steps: reading, meditating, praying, and contemplating. Each time the scripture is read, the group reflects upon its meaning which is then followed by prayer and contemplation on the Word of God. Contact Debbie Rexrode for the Zoom link.
Men's Breakfast
Every 3rd Saturday January-May and September-October
9 a.m.
Three Chopt Presbyterian Church
9315 Three Chopt Ave. Richmond, VA
Come together to enjoy fellowship, a great breakfast, and a unique program with a community guest speaker.
RSVP with Martin Walker no later than three days before that month's event.
Requies Divina: Blissful Sleep Meditation
Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Chester Presbyterian Church
Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat and a pillow for this time of guided contemplation and centering prayer for spiritual rest and renewal. Participants should leave feeling more spiritually aware and physically relaxed.
Want to Share Your Event?
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