Koinonia is designed to equip people in three ways: to engage in transformative and self-reflective work around race; to engage in constructive dialogue regarding issues of race and justice; and to engage in the larger community to promote social justice. This year’s program will consist of three daylong seminars, and two 48-hour retreats. Gatherings will…
“Power for the Journey” is Rev. Janie M. Walker’s message on Mark 6:14-29. The 16 verses about the goings-on during King Herod’s scandalous birthday party is less about what the Enemy is doing in high places. It’s about what God is doing in many places, and how we’re called to participate. Janie preached at Community…
Men’s Circle meets 2nd Thursdays, 7:30 pm. Men of all ages and stages of life are invited to participate in this monthly gathering at Richmond Hill to practice The Way of Council. The Way of Council is an ancient spiritual practice of storytelling and deep conversation. The process is simple. We sit in a circle. …
Praying with the songs of Taizé is on for August 7. Come join us on Tuesday, August 7. We’re having community worship with Eucharist at 5:30 p.m., followed by supper at 6:30 p.m. And then — praying with the songs of Taizé at 7:30 p.m. The service is contemplative and meditative in character, using short songs, repeated again and…
Come join us for 48 hours of monastic living in the spirit of Brother Lawrence — who found the presence of God in the simple tasks of cleaning. Brother Lawrence Retreat: Tuesday, July 17, 5:30 p.m. – Thursday, July 19, 4:00 p.m. You will follow the normal rhythm of life at Richmond Hill — including daily prayers,…
“Guess what? The interruptions are the ministry.” Jesus exemplifies how unexpected intrusions are opportunities for ministry says Rev. Joel Blunk in his sermon on Mark 5:21-43, given at Community worship, Tuesday, July 3, 2018. [soundcloud id=’469494114′ height=’false’] Joel is an ordained Presbyterian minister with the Presbyterian Church (USA). He came to Richmond Hill to serve…
“When you hear the question that is your question, you have begun to hear much.” Rev. Amelie Wilmer takes on Mark 4:35-41 during Community worship, Tuesday, June 26, 2018. [soundcloud id=’464312496′ mini=’false’ width=’100%’] Amelie began her ministry at St. John’s in June of 2017. Prior to her arrival, she served for five years as the…
Rev. Herbert Jones wrestles with pigs, politics and the pulpit as he copes with the gospel as it pertains to the events of last week in Washington and the quoting of Romans 13. Herbert preached at Community worship on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. [soundcloud id=’461074998′ mini=’false’ width=’100%’ height=’false’] Herbert serves as priest at St. Thomas…
The service is contemplative and meditative in character, using short songs, repeated again and again in a candle lit chapel. Come join us on Tuesday, July 3. We’re having community worship with Eucharist at 5:30 p.m., followed by supper at 6:30 p.m. And then — praying with the songs of Taizé at 7:30 p.m. We invite you to participate…
6 Enjoy a great day in the studio… Take a break from the rush and hurry of your busy day and join us in a creative retreat in the inspiring, prayer-soaked walls of Richmond Hill. Slip into the spiritual rhythm of prayer and quiet here. Enjoy personal time with your creative self. Our art space…