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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T081500
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UID:10003064-1792916100-1792921500@www.mercypres.org
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/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Worship
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/worship-e1753882275602.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261025T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261025T104500
DTSTAMP:20260820T181047Z
CREATED:20260706T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T181047Z
UID:10006875-1792921500-1792925100@www.mercypres.org
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/sunday-school/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Sunday-School.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Rigg":MAILTO:katelyn.rigg@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T123000
DTSTAMP:20250806T142258Z
CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002741-1792926000-1792931400@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/2026-10-25/
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:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T143000
DTSTAMP:20260629T194603Z
CREATED:20260629T194514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194603Z
UID:10006341-1792933200-1792938600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:College Lunch
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a college student fellowship lunch! \nWhen: Following the 2nd service\nWhere: Church Lobby\nWho: College aged students\, friends\, and any family as well!
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/college-lunch-oct/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/college-lunch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scott & Marti Long":MAILTO:snmhlong@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T080000
DTSTAMP:20250827T140326Z
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005066-1793082600-1793088000@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/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/website-event-image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Bitzer":MAILTO:dlbitzer08@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T185528Z
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006358-1793129400-1793134800@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LU-e1755005978340.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T170955Z
CREATED:20261008T170918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T170955Z
UID:10007123-1793179800-1793185200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Moms of Littles Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Moms of Littles\, please join us for a casual hang out in the church nursery. This will be a time for children to play together and moms to enjoy some fellowship.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/moms-of-littles-meetup-oct/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/moms-meetup.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Shelley":MAILTO:Hannahshelley2023@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T201500
DTSTAMP:20260709T201101Z
CREATED:20260709T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201101Z
UID:10006449-1793212200-1793218500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Bible Study (evening)
DESCRIPTION:Our Women’s Bible Studies are studying the book of John with Kathleen B. Nielson’s John: That You May Believe study guide (Living Word Bible Studies). \nClick here to register for a women’s Bible study. \nOur groups will meet from September to April\, with a break from Thanksgiving through January and one-week breaks on occasion (leaders will provide study schedules to participants). \nGroups: \n\nWednesday evenings\, 6:30-8:15 pm\, at Mercy\nBeginning Sept. 9\nContact: Melanie Merkle\nThursday mornings\, 9:30-11:30 am\, at Mercy\nBeginning Sept. 10\nChildcare provided\nContact: Marti Long\n\nThe study guide can be purchased online from various retailers like Amazon\, Westminster Bookstore\, and the Gospel Coalition.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-bible-study-evening-2/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bible-study-evening.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Merkle":MAILTO:mvmerkle@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260729T194838Z
CREATED:20260723T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194838Z
UID:10006546-1793212200-1793219400@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-3-2-2/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Youth Room\, Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Road\, Forest\, Vir\, 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:20261028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20261007T161318Z
CREATED:20250827T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T161318Z
UID:10004548-1793214000-1793219400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Study Group (evening)
DESCRIPTION:We have 2 men’s groups meeting on Wednesday evenings: \n\n2nd and 4th Wed.\, 7pm\nEast Home\nJohn East (john.east@mercypres.org) \n\n1st and 3rd Wed.\, 7pm\nMercy\nScott Robinson (scott.robinson@mercypres.org) \n 
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-study-group-evening/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Men
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/mens-4-e1755287285514.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T090000
DTSTAMP:20261014T150140Z
CREATED:20261014T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T150140Z
UID:10007125-1793260800-1793264400@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-2/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/website-event-image-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Woodall":MAILTO:kwoodall23@juno.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T111500
DTSTAMP:20261014T165254Z
CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T165254Z
UID:10006497-1793266200-1793272500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Bible Study (morning)
DESCRIPTION:Our Women’s Bible Studies are studying the book of John with Kathleen B. Nielson’s John: That You May Believe study guide (Living Word Bible Studies). \nClick here to register for a women’s Bible study. \nOur groups will meet from September to April\, with a break from Thanksgiving through January and one-week breaks on occasion (leaders will provide study schedules to participants). \nGroups: \n\nWednesday evenings\, 6:30-8:15 pm\, at Mercy\nBeginning Sept. 9\nContact: Melanie Merkle\nThursday mornings\, 9:30-11:30 am\, at Mercy\nBeginning Sept. 10\nChildcare provided\nContact: Marti Long\n\nThe study guide can be purchased online from various retailers like Amazon\, Westminster Bookstore\, and the Gospel Coalition.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-bible-study-morning-2026/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Womens-Study.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Marti Long":MAILTO:snmhlong@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T104500
DTSTAMP:20261005T171145Z
CREATED:20260818T184906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T171145Z
UID:10006868-1793526300-1793529900@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Adult SS: Proverbs series begins
DESCRIPTION:Wisdom for the Christian Life: A Study in Proverbs\nNovember 1 – December 13\nTaught by: Drew Grigg \nWhat does it mean to live wisely in a world filled with competing voices and values? Join us for a six-week study in Proverbs as we explore what biblical wisdom looks like in everyday life. Together\, we’ll consider wisdom’s call and blessings\, our work and money\, friendships and family\, the power of our words\, and what it means to live a faithful life before God.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/adult-ss-proverbs-series-begins/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/proverbs.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20261022T234041Z
CREATED:20261022T234041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T234041Z
UID:10007387-1793577600-1793663999@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Day of Prayer and Fasting
DESCRIPTION:The Presbyterian Church in America has called for a day of prayer and fasting leading up to the November 3rd elections across the United States.  The Elders of Mercy have chosen the date of November 2nd to pray and fast together.  In addition\, the Presbytery of the Blue Ridge has encouraged all congregants to vote “no” on Virginia Constitutional Amendments #1 and #2\, which directly contradict the teaching of Scripture and the created order of our Lord.  Please take seriously your civil responsibilities as Christian citizens of this state and country.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/day-of-prayer-and-fasting/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20261012T125721Z
CREATED:20260618T180618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T125721Z
UID:10006328-1793903400-1793908800@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's EAT Event
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for our EAT (Eating and Talking) Event\, a time of food and fellowship. \nLocation: Mission BBQ (Wards Road)
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-eat-event-nov/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Men
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/bbq-men.png
ORGANIZER;CN="John Homon":MAILTO:jhomon316@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T180000
DTSTAMP:20261014T164304Z
CREATED:20260618T182245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T164304Z
UID:10006333-1794153600-1794160800@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:ChiliFest
DESCRIPTION:Show off your best chili at ChiliFest! \nBring chili and/or a side or desert for an evening food and fellowship. Invite an unchurched friend as well! Seating is limited\, bring lawn chairs or blankets. \nPotluck signup here: https://www.perfectpotluck.com/meals.php?t=UDOQ0153 \n 
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/chilifest-2026/
LOCATION:American Legion\, 1301 Greenview Drive\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChiliFest.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Magee":MAILTO:events@mercypres.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T104500
DTSTAMP:20261005T173843Z
CREATED:20261005T173649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T173843Z
UID:10007114-1794735900-1794739500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Missions Update
DESCRIPTION:The missions committee is excited to host an update from several of your Mercy missionaries on November 15 during the Sunday School hour. \nThis is a family event\, and all ages are invited! \nPlease come to learn about what God is doing among the nations. You will hear directly from several of Mercy’s missionaries\, and we will share a special time in prayer for each of the ministries the Lord has partnered us with.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/missions-update-fall-2027/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/missions-update.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Driggers":MAILTO:missions@mercypres.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260909T162349Z
CREATED:20260909T162349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T162349Z
UID:10006993-1794740400-1794742200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Special Needs Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Any and all are welcome to join us in the conference room as we pray together and lift up those in our congregation touched by disability.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/special-needs-prayer-2-3/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/webemail-event-image-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Meagan Johnston":MAILTO:mLwhee2@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T202424Z
CREATED:20260629T193052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T202424Z
UID:10006338-1794756600-1794762000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Seniors' Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Daryl DeVries invites you to a seniors’ gathering. You are welcome if you are roughly 55 and above\, retired or still working. Please email Daryl DeVries if you plan on coming (view in directory).
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/seniors-gathering-nov/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Seniors-e1759434176270.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Daryl DeVries":MAILTO:HisRenown2@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T170855Z
CREATED:20260902T124342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T170855Z
UID:10006932-1794994200-1794999600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Moms of Littles Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Moms of Littles\, please join us for a casual hang out in the church nursery. This will be a time for children to play together and moms to enjoy some fellowship.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/moms-of-littles-meetup-3/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/moms-meetup.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Shelley":MAILTO:Hannahshelley2023@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260930T151053Z
CREATED:20260930T151053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T151053Z
UID:10007054-1795114800-1795120200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Apologetics Class
DESCRIPTION:Our men’s Reformed Covenantal Apologetics Class meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday\, from 7-8:30 pm.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-apologetics-class-2/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/apologetics.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Knapp":MAILTO:knappbl@mac.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260731T003326Z
CREATED:20260731T003159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T003326Z
UID:10006857-1795168800-1795176000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool families of Mercy are invited to a monthly fellowship gathering. We usually meet on the third Friday of each month\, from 10am-12pm; however\, some months we take a field trip\, in which case dates/times/locations are subject to change. \nContact Katelin Hobson to be added to the communication group\, where updates about each month’s gathering are shared.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/homeschool-fellowship-27-28/2026-11-20/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Fellowship
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/HS-Fell-e1756994733766.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Katelin Hobson":MAILTO:kmhobson@protonmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T193000
DTSTAMP:20261014T164859Z
CREATED:20261014T164746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T164859Z
UID:10007383-1795631400-1795635000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Solemn Service of Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a solemn service of thanksgiving to praise the Lord for His care and provision for us throughout 2026.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/thanksgiving-service-2027/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tgiving.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T201720Z
CREATED:20260729T201720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T201720Z
UID:10006851-1796407200-1796414400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Women of Mercy\, please join us for our annual women’s Christmas party at Mercy on Sunday\, December 4\, at 6 pm\, as we celebrate the joy of the season together! More info to come. \n 
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-christmas-party-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessi Pearson":MAILTO:jessipearson13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260629T194642Z
CREATED:20260629T194631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194642Z
UID:10006342-1796562000-1796567400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:College Lunch
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a college student fellowship lunch! \nWhen: Following the 2nd service\nWhere: Church Lobby\nWho: College aged students\, friends\, and any family as well!
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/college-lunch-dec/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:College
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scott & Marti Long":MAILTO:snmhlong@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T104500
DTSTAMP:20261021T202454Z
CREATED:20261021T202111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T202454Z
UID:10007388-1797759900-1797763500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Cookie Sunday at Coffee & Community
DESCRIPTION:Bring a batch of your favorite Christmas cookies to share during Coffee & Community\, a time of coffee\, refreshments\, and fellowship from 9:45-10:45 am in the lobby.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/christmas-cookie-sunday-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Kapusta":MAILTO:stephan.kapusta@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T191500
DTSTAMP:20260924T182154Z
CREATED:20260924T181947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T182154Z
UID:10007052-1798135200-1798139700@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Lessons and Carols service will be held on Christmas Eve at 6 and 8 pm. The Service of Lessons and Carols is a traditional Christmas worship service reminding us that throughout Scripture there is one story\, with one major theme\, that centers on one character\, Jesus the Christ. \n  \nA nursery (ages 0-3) will be available during the 6 pm service.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/first-christmas-eve-service-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T211500
DTSTAMP:20260924T182322Z
CREATED:20260924T182214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T182322Z
UID:10007053-1798142400-1798146900@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Lessons and Carols service will be held on Christmas Eve at 6 and 8 pm. The Service of Lessons and Carols is a traditional Christmas worship service reminding us that throughout Scripture there is one story\, with one major theme\, that centers on one character\, Jesus the Christ. \n  \nIf your family would like to utilize our nursery (ages 0-3)\, please note that our earlier service\, at 6 pm\, will have a nursery available; however the later service (8 pm) will not.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/ssecond-christmas-eve-service-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T104500
DTSTAMP:20261021T202331Z
CREATED:20261021T202224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T202331Z
UID:10007400-1798364700-1798368300@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 9:45-10:45am for a time of coffee\, refreshments\, and fellowship in the lobby. \nWould you like to help supply refreshments? Contact Steve Kapusta (click to view in directory).
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/coffee-community-winter-2026-27/2026-12-27/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Kapusta":MAILTO:stephan.kapusta@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T201500
DTSTAMP:20260709T201916Z
CREATED:20260709T195512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201916Z
UID:10006463-1799260200-1799266500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Bible Study (evening)
DESCRIPTION:Our Women’s Bible Studies are studying the book of John with Kathleen B. Nielson’s John: That You May Believe study guide (Living Word Bible Studies). \nClick here to register for a women’s Bible study. \nOur groups will meet from September to April\, with a break from Thanksgiving through January and one-week breaks on occasion (leaders will provide study schedules to participants). \nGroups: \n\nWednesday evenings\, 6:30-8:15 pm\, at Mercy\nContact: Melanie Merkle\nThursday mornings\, 9:30-11:30 am\, at Mercy\nChildcare provided\nContact: Marti Long\n\nThe study guide can be purchased online from various retailers like Amazon\, Westminster Bookstore\, and the Gospel Coalition.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-bible-study-evening-spring2027/2027-01-06/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Merkle":MAILTO:mvmerkle@gmail.com
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