Topics featured in the recording include: Unique intent of informal partnership Details from Building and Grounds related to making 3rd floor more hospitable and safer What to expect on June 1 ballot ExCell Program introduction with Cindy Hutchinson (Director) Questions and Responses
The possibilities of declaring a year of jubilee?
A Word from our Pastor A few months ago, one of our members shared a word of encouragement in the communal journal. A few months later another member of our church used the word jubilee in a reflection they shared. The more I've pondered, prayed, studied, and explored the idea, the more I am compelled … Continue reading The possibilities of declaring a year of jubilee?
Exploring the possibility of deliberate partnership with ExCell, May 16, 2021
This is a brief introduction to ExCELL and our potential partnerships in the future. To get more information, see https://www.tbcrichmond.org/excell-partnership/
New Life, New Beginnings: Part 2
This is part 2 of a series of messages from our pastor, Sterling Severns, leading us into a time of renewal and new life. In this video, we hear about the last season in the life of our church, and where the Spirit is leading us in the days ahead. Make sure you watch this … Continue reading New Life, New Beginnings: Part 2
New Life, New Beginnings: Part 1
This is the first in a series of messages to prepare the congregation for a season of revival. This message was delivered as a sermon to the congregation on May 9, 2021.
Going Deeper: Communal Grief Part 2
Minister of Children & Families Jerusha Moses discusses different types of grief and how we cope with loss. What is your style of expressing grief? How do you process loss and pain? What helps you when you experience grief?
Pastoral Reflection: A Casket in the Corner of the Room
Our pastor reflects upon the life of one of his mentors, a former staff member. God has an extraordinary knack for bringing all of life around, all of us around, full circle.
Going Deeper: Communal Grief Part 1
Rev. Jacque Green reflects on communal grief in light of a world dealing with Covid-19. Articles and Books Mentioned in this Podcast: Doehring, Carrie. (2019). Searching for Wholeness Amidst Traumatic Grief: The Role of Spiritual Practices that Reveal Compassion in Embodied, Relational, and Transcendent Ways. Pastoral Psychology. 68. Healing Our Hurts: Coping with Difficult Emotions, Daniel … Continue reading Going Deeper: Communal Grief Part 1
Return of the Prodigal, “George”
Our Pastor shares a reflection about the gift of meeting God in the alleyway of the church and welcoming "George" back to the place he calls home.
Pastoral Reflection: Bread for the Journey
Pastor Sterling Severns reflects on his experience coming to the Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond and his experiences as a young pastor in the Richmond area. When has God transformed what felt like a mistake in your life into part of your call or journey through faith?