In Scotland and northern parts of England there is an ancient practice of folks going from house to house wishing each other a good year ahead. In the spirit of that hospitality, we offer this prayer: “This day is a new day that has never been before. This year is a new year, the opening door. Enter,…
Offered this week, January 5 – 8, 2016, at Virginia Union, in the L. Douglas Wilder Library: Human Trafficking is active throughout the world today, as it has been for millennia. How do we understand this scourge as Christians, and how can we continue to address it, its perpetrators and its victims? This course is…
This time of year it’s peaceful here on the Hill. This time between Christmas and New Year is a time for travel for some of us, a time to catch up, or to catch our breath after a very busy Fall. Although the Main Gate is closed during the week of Dec. 28 – Jan. 4,…
Celebrate His coming into the world to heal us, and, by His light, transform our metropolitan city. This Advent, the lighting of the candles will commemorate our prayer intentions for healing the past and bringing hope for the future of our metropolitan city. It also serves to reinforce our prayers of gratitude for the years past…
SOZO Cleansing & Healing Streams Workshop, now moved to Saturday, Feb. 13, 2015, 9 am – 4 pm The teachings will provide an understanding of how our image of God, forgiveness and words affect our lives; as well as provide a means by which to draw us closer to God, through Jesus Christ, to heal and be…
Repair the breach, restore the streets… This year, we’re covering the economic, political and social implications of our metropolitan public transportation system. Our goal? Envision a healthy, just and efficient public transportation system which serves us all. Join clergy from a cross-denominational spectrum to build relationships and reflect on how the Lord takes the concrete…
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“Effects of Trauma” Rev. Dr. Micah McCreary November 23, Monday, 7:30 pm This is an exploration of the residual effects of the trauma of slavery and racism as it relates to guilt, shame, and lament. About the lecturer: Rev. Dr. Micah McCreary is a psychologist and co-pastor of Spring Creek Baptist Church in Chesterfield, VA….
24-Hour Grief Retreat at Richmond Hill Oct. 10-11,2015 Sat. 4 pm – Sun. 4 pm As the holidays approach, the memories of loved ones who have passed on can be particularly bittersweet. The warmth of our fond memories are set against the cold reality of our loved ones’ absence during this time. This retreat is for…
Richmond Hill is currently seeking a Co-Pastoral Director (Shared Leadership Model). This pastoral leader will live in residence and serve this ministry as part of a collaborative pastoral leadership team. The interview process for this position will involve discernment together with the residential community and members of the governing council of Richmond Hill. Richmond Hill is…
4:00 pm Friday June 19, 2015 — 4:00 pm Saturday June 20, 2015 Spend some time at Richmond Hill with a remarkable teacher and scholar, Dr. Cliff Edwards, as he shines a light into the deep spiritual side of the brilliant, complicated, and misunderstood artist, Vincent Van Gogh. Edwards also lets us know that Van…