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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T070000
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SUMMARY:Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to our weekly prayer gathering. During our time together\, we open with a time of Adoration and Confession\, followed by prayers of Thanksgiving and Supplication\, using the Mercy prayer needs list as a guide. No one is ever required to pray aloud\, so feel free to simply come and pray quietly with us if you prefer.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/prayer-meeting/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Woodall":MAILTO:kwoodall23@juno.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20260126T175059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T175059Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Presbytery Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly meeting of the Blue Ridge Presbytery\, hosted here at Mercy. \nAll are invited Friday evening at 7pm\, as members of our Presbytery come together for a worship service and communion. \nYou may also consider joining us on Saturday morning to observe the business of the Presbytery as we conduct items of business on behalf of our churches.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/blue-ridge-presbytery-meeting/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryan Rigg":MAILTO:bryan.rigg@mercypres.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20260120T144213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T172513Z
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SUMMARY:GriefShare
DESCRIPTION:13-week program | Begins February 14\n\n\n\n\nGrief can feel overwhelming\, confusing\, and lonely. The GriefShare Grief Support Group at Mercy Presbyterian Church offers a safe and caring place to find help\, hope\, and understanding after the loss of a loved one. \nGriefShare is a 13-week grief support program for people who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. Each session provides guidance\, encouragement\, and a supportive community where you can heal at your own pace. \nGrief does not follow a set timeline. In this group\, you will learn what is normal in grief\, what to expect in the weeks ahead\, and healthy ways to cope with grief as it changes over time. \n\n\nMore Info: MercyPres.org/GriefShare\nRegister: Click Here
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/griefshare-start-date/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20260206T022622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T150557Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Baseball & Cookout
DESCRIPTION:All Aboard the Flame Train! \nJoin the Men of Mercy for a unique entertainment event at the Liberty Baseball Flame Train this season! \nApril 25th; Hotdogs and fellowship at 2pm\, game starts at 3pm. \nCost of $7  includes: Flame Train\, ticket to the game\, and hotdogs/chips/drinks provided by Mercy in a private hospitality area to enjoy the game.\nBring a guest who doesn’t attend Mercy\, and their ticket is free of charge! \nRegistration for this event has closed and tickets have all been claimed. For inquiries\, contact John Homon (view in directory).
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-baseball-bbq/
LOCATION:Liberty University
CATEGORIES:Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Homon":MAILTO:jhomon316@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T094500
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250730T133232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142520Z
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SUMMARY:Worship (1st Service)
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Sunday for worship at 8:15am.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/worship-1st-service-copy/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260426T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260426T104500
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20260206T021401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T135645Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:For more information about Sunday School for the whole family\, see MercyPres.org/Sunday-School.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/ss-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Rigg":MAILTO:katelyn.rigg@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002715-1777201200-1777206600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Worship (2nd Service)
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Sunday for worship at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/worship-1st-service/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T190000
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CREATED:20260102T184207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T184005Z
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join is for an evening of food\, fellowship\, and live music at the American Legion Pavilion. \nBring lawn games and a covered side or a desert to share. The church will provide BBQ. \nInvite someone without a church home to join us as well. \n 
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/bgbbq/
LOCATION:American Legion\, 1301 Greenview Drive\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Magee":MAILTO:events@mercypres.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T080000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005040-1777357800-1777363200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Study Group (morning)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekly men’s Bible study on Tuesday mornings. \n  \nContact:\nDick Bitzer
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-study-group-morning/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Bitzer":MAILTO:dlbitzer08@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250812T133949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T131638Z
UID:10004231-1777404600-1777410000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:College
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T201500
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250130T012917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T000446Z
UID:10003325-1777487400-1777493700@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Our student ministry exists to gather young people from the Forest area and to disciple them to bear the image of Christ. Youth Group meets most Wednesday nights at 6:30pm in the Youth Room.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/youth-group/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremiah Sheets":MAILTO:jeremiah.sheets@mercypres.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T080000
DTSTAMP:20260423T061608
CREATED:20250815T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192035Z
UID:10004268-1777532400-1777536000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to our weekly prayer gathering. During our time together\, we open with a time of Adoration and Confession\, followed by prayers of Thanksgiving and Supplication\, using the Mercy prayer needs list as a guide. No one is ever required to pray aloud\, so feel free to simply come and pray quietly with us if you prefer.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/prayer-meeting/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Woodall":MAILTO:kwoodall23@juno.com
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