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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/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Worship
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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/sunday-school/2026-11-01/
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:20261101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T123000
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CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002742-1793530800-1793536200@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/2026-11-01/
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=America/New_York:20261103T063000
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DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005067-1793687400-1793692800@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/2026-11-03/
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:20261103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006359-1793734200-1793739600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-11-03/
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:20261104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T201500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260709T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201101Z
UID:10006450-1793817000-1793823300@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-2/2026-11-04/
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:20261104T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260723T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194838Z
UID:10006547-1793817000-1793824200@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-3-2-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Youth Room\, Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Road\, Forest\, Vir\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Youth-e1753905588668.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremiah Sheets":MAILTO:jeremiah.sheets@mercypres.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250827T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T152853Z
UID:10004549-1793818800-1793824200@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/2026-11-04/
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:20261105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T080000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250815T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192035Z
UID:10004295-1793862000-1793865600@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/2026-11-05/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T111500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201240Z
UID:10006498-1793871000-1793877300@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-2026/2026-11-05/
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:20261107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260618T173453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T173553Z
UID:10006322-1794042000-1794049200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:GriefShare
DESCRIPTION:13-week program | Begins August 22\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 & Register: MercyPres.org/GriefShare
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/griefshare-fall-2026/2026-11-07/
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/2026/01/4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T094500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250730T133232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142520Z
UID:10003066-1794125700-1794131100@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/2026-11-08/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261108T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261108T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260706T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190401Z
UID:10006411-1794131100-1794134700@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/2026-11-08/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002743-1794135600-1794141000@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/2026-11-08/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260618T182245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202259Z
UID:10006333-1794157200-1794164400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:ChiliFest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of chili and fellowship at the American Legion Pavilion (1301 Greenview Dr.\, Lynchburg). \nPlease bring a side of your choice to share (salads\, fruits\, vegetables\, etc.) along with lawn games\, chairs/blankets\, and friends! \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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T080000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005068-1794292200-1794297600@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/2026-11-10/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006360-1794339000-1794344400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LU-e1755005978340.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T201500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260709T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201101Z
UID:10006451-1794421800-1794428100@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-2/2026-11-11/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261111T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260723T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194838Z
UID:10006548-1794421800-1794429000@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-3-2-2/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Youth Room\, Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Road\, Forest\, Vir\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Youth-e1753905588668.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremiah Sheets":MAILTO:jeremiah.sheets@mercypres.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250827T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T152853Z
UID:10004550-1794423600-1794429000@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/2026-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Men
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/mens-4-e1755287285514.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T080000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250815T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192035Z
UID:10004296-1794466800-1794470400@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/2026-11-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T111500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201240Z
UID:10006499-1794475800-1794482100@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-2026/2026-11-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260618T173453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T173553Z
UID:10006323-1794646800-1794654000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:GriefShare
DESCRIPTION:13-week program | Begins August 22\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 & Register: MercyPres.org/GriefShare
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/griefshare-fall-2026/2026-11-14/
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/2026/01/4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T094500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250730T133232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142520Z
UID:10003067-1794730500-1794735900@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/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261115T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261115T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260706T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190401Z
UID:10006412-1794735900-1794739500@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/2026-11-15/
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=UTC:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250911T175338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T152909Z
UID:10005463-1794736800-1794738600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Special Needs Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Any and all are welcome to join us in the counseling office as we pray together and lift up those in our congregation touched by disability.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/special-needs-prayer-2/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meagan Johnston":MAILTO:mLwhee2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002744-1794740400-1794745800@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/2026-11-15/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
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.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Daryl DeVries":MAILTO:HisRenown2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T080000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005069-1794897000-1794902400@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/2026-11-17/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T203612
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006361-1794943800-1794949200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LU-e1755005978340.jpg
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