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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/2026-08-04/
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:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20250827T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T152853Z
UID:10004537-1785956400-1785961800@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/2026-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Men
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T080000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20250815T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192035Z
UID:10004282-1785999600-1786003200@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/2026-08-06/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T094500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20250730T133232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142520Z
UID:10003053-1786263300-1786268700@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/2026-08-09/
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:20260809T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260507T172417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T172417Z
UID:10005956-1786268700-1786272300@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-3/2026-08-09/
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:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T123000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20250730T133214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142258Z
UID:10002730-1786273200-1786278600@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/2026-08-09/
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:20260812T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260723T163241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T163251Z
UID:10006535-1786559400-1786566600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Youth Group Kicks Off
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 from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Youth Room.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/youth-group-26-27-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260816T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T103000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20250911T175338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T152909Z
UID:10005460-1786874400-1786876200@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-2/2026-08-16/
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=UTC:20260819T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T203000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260723T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194838Z
UID:10006536-1787164200-1787171400@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-3-2-2/2026-08-19/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260729T195729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T195729Z
UID:10006790-1787254200-1787259600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Apologetics Class
DESCRIPTION:Our men’s Reformed Covenantal Apologetics Class meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday\, from 7:30-9 pm.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-apologetics-class/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Knapp":MAILTO:knappbl@mac.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260731T003159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T003326Z
UID:10006854-1787306400-1787313600@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-27-28/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Fellowship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katelin Hobson":MAILTO:kmhobson@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T173453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T173553Z
UID:10006311-1787389200-1787396400@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-2026/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T174709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T122343Z
UID:10006324-1787410800-1787418000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Charcuterie Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship as we craft our own charcuterie boxes to eat or take home! \nBring a friend and RSVP or sign up to bring food here.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-charcuterie-night-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Macy Pantana":MAILTO:macypantana@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006349-1787686200-1787691600@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:College
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T180706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201010Z
UID:10006329-1788022800-1788030000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Cornhole & Pizza Night
DESCRIPTION:Men\, save the date for cornhole and pizza on Saturday\, August 29\, from 5-7 pm. We’ll enjoy pizza and playing cornhole on the church grounds. \nFeel free to come with a guest. Bring your neighbor\, friend or family member. We would welcome meeting them! \n  \nPlease contact John Homon (view in directory) with any questions.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-cornhole-pizza-night/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Homon":MAILTO:jhomon316@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260731T010348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T010429Z
UID:10006863-1788048000-1788134399@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Fellowship Dinners Signup Deadline
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to enjoy a time of meeting and making friends over dinner during the months of September\, October\, & November. Participants have several options: \n\nSign up as a guest and/or host\nHost one or more month and attend as a guest the other months\n\nGuests will be matched with a host who determines the date and time to meet once/month\, and contacts guests to bring a side dish. \nSign up at this link by August 30. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Olson (view in directory) or Rick Ulmer (view in directory).
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/fellowship-dinners-signup-deadline-fall26/
CATEGORIES:Misc.
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/fellowship-dinners-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T143000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260629T193438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194420Z
UID:10006339-1788094800-1788100200@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-aug/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T201500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260709T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201101Z
UID:10006443-1788978600-1788984900@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-2/2026-09-09/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T111500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201240Z
UID:10006491-1789032600-1789038900@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-2026/2026-09-10/
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:20260913T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T181302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190624Z
UID:10006331-1789292700-1789296300@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Children's Sunday School Begins
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to a new year of Sunday School\, from 9:45-10:45am\, beginning September 13 for Pre-K through 12th Grade. (Adult Sunday School begins the following week\, on September 20). \nClick here to register your child(ren) from Pre-K through 5th Grade.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/childrens-sunday-school-begins-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Sunday School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Rigg":MAILTO:katelyn.rigg@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T181606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T181821Z
UID:10006332-1789292700-1789296300@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Community Group Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Coffee & Community on September 13\, where you’ll have an opportunity to learn about our community groups. Group leaders will be available to meet you\, provide information about their next meeting\, and answer questions. \nMore info about each group to come. \nChildren will meet in their Sunday School classes during this time.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/community-group-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Drew Grigg":MAILTO:drew.grigg@mercypres.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260629T192943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T202308Z
UID:10006337-1789313400-1789318800@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-sept/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T104500
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260706T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190401Z
UID:10006405-1789897500-1789901100@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/2026-09-20/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T093000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T180948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T181013Z
UID:10006330-1790409600-1790415000@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Men's Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for pancakes\, toppings\, coffee\, fruit\, and fellowship.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mens-pancake-breakfast-sept/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Homon":MAILTO:jhomon316@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T143000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260629T194435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194457Z
UID:10006340-1790514000-1790519400@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-sept/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T174930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T175122Z
UID:10006325-1791039600-1791046800@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Paint Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of painting and fellowship!
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/womens-paint-night/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Macy Pantana":MAILTO:macypantana@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T143257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T143619Z
UID:10006298-1791136800-1791140400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Mission & Members Class Begins
DESCRIPTION:The Mission and Members class is for anyone\, whether new to our church or attending regularly\, who would like to find out more about what we believe as a church and how that shapes our ministry. Even if you are not sure about becoming a member\, we would love for you to come. \nWe offer two Mission & Members classes: one in the fall and one in the spring. Classes meet for 5 weeks. Childcare will be offered as needed. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/mission-members-class-begins-2/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mission & Members Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T143000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
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:20261026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
CREATED:20260618T180618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180648Z
UID:10006328-1793039400-1793044800@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-oct/
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:20261108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T194356
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Magee":MAILTO:events@mercypres.org
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