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UID:10002757-1802602800-1802608200@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/2027-02-14/
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:20270214T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270214T104500
DTSTAMP:20260820T181047Z
CREATED:20260706T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T181047Z
UID:10006418-1802598300-1802601900@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/2027-02-14/
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:20270214T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270214T094500
DTSTAMP:20250806T142520Z
CREATED:20250730T133232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T142520Z
UID:10003080-1802592900-1802598300@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/2027-02-14/
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:20270211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T111500
DTSTAMP:20260709T201424Z
CREATED:20260709T201313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201424Z
UID:10006516-1802338200-1802344500@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\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-morning-spring2027/2027-02-11/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marti Long":MAILTO:snmhlong@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T090000
DTSTAMP:20261014T150140Z
CREATED:20261014T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T150140Z
UID:10007139-1802332800-1802336400@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-2/2027-02-11/
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:20270210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T203000
DTSTAMP:20261007T161318Z
CREATED:20250827T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T161318Z
UID:10004563-1802286000-1802291400@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/2027-02-10/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270210T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270210T203000
DTSTAMP:20261106T013654Z
CREATED:20260723T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T013654Z
UID:10006557-1802284200-1802291400@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-3-2-2/2027-02-10/
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:20270210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T201500
DTSTAMP:20260709T201916Z
CREATED:20260709T195512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201916Z
UID:10006468-1802284200-1802290500@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-spring2027/2027-02-10/
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/2026/07/Bible-study-evening.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Merkle":MAILTO:mvmerkle@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T185528Z
CREATED:20260706T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T185528Z
UID:10006367-1802201400-1802206800@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2027-02-09/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:College
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LU-e1755005978340.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T080000
DTSTAMP:20250827T140326Z
CREATED:20250827T135855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140326Z
UID:10005081-1802154600-1802160000@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/2027-02-09/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270204T200000
DTSTAMP:20261030T005901Z
CREATED:20261014T170929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T005901Z
UID:10007386-1801765800-1801771200@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-feb2027/
LOCATION:VA
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:20270131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270131T143000
DTSTAMP:20260629T194754Z
CREATED:20260629T194732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194754Z
UID:10006343-1801400400-1801405800@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-jan/
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:20270131T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270131T104500
DTSTAMP:20260818T185222Z
CREATED:20260818T185222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T185222Z
UID:10006869-1801388700-1801392300@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Adult SS: Faith & Vocation series begins
DESCRIPTION:Faith & Vocation\nJanuary 31 – February 28\nTaught by: Chris Misiano \nHave you ever wondered what the Bible says about our work? Do you wrestle with how your faith in Christ affects daily routine? This class will take a look at vocation\, roles\, efficiency\, and efficacy in work\, good works\, and the value of productivity and accomplishment. This class will be helpful for anyone in any walk of life.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/adult-ss-faith-vocation-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/vocation.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270124T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270124T104500
DTSTAMP:20261005T173600Z
CREATED:20261005T173539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T173600Z
UID:10007113-1800783900-1800787500@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Congregational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an annual congregational meeting\, where Mercy’s elders and deacons will be providing updates on various matters (financial\, facility\, leadership\, staffing\, etc.).
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/congregational-meeting-2027/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/meeting2-e1755285723327.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T170855Z
CREATED:20260902T124342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T170855Z
UID:10006934-1800437400-1800442800@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-3/2027-01-20/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Shelley":MAILTO:Hannahshelley2023@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T202709Z
CREATED:20260709T202658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T202709Z
UID:10006524-1800199800-1800205200@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-jan/
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:20270117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260909T162349Z
CREATED:20260909T162349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T162349Z
UID:10006995-1800183600-1800185400@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-2-3/2027-01-17/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T104500
DTSTAMP:20261021T202331Z
CREATED:20261021T202224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T202331Z
UID:10007403-1800179100-1800182700@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-2026-27/2027-01-17/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Churchwide Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/coffee_community.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Kapusta":MAILTO:stephan.kapusta@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260731T003326Z
CREATED:20260731T003159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T003326Z
UID:10006859-1800007200-1800014400@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-27-28/2027-01-15/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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.
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/christmas-eve.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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.
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mercypres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/christmas-eve.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T110000
DTSTAMP:20261104T172719Z
CREATED:20261104T172440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T172719Z
UID:10007408-1797066000-1797073200@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:GriefShare
DESCRIPTION:Grief 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-2026-2/2026-12-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T111500
DTSTAMP:20261014T165254Z
CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T165254Z
UID:10007385-1796895000-1796901300@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-2026/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marti Long":MAILTO:snmhlong@yahoo.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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T200000
DTSTAMP:20261104T171151Z
CREATED:20260729T201720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T171151Z
UID:10006851-1796407200-1796414400@www.mercypres.org
SUMMARY:Women's Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Women’s Christmas Party for a night of fun\, food\, and festivities! \n  \nWe will have a potluck\, a “Buy Nothing” White Elephant gift exchange AND collect donations for Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center to give back to our community! \n  \nWhat to Bring: \n\nSign up to bring food to share if you can here.\nBring one wrapped gift if you would like to participate in the gift exchange. It can be practical or silly\, old or new – the idea is to give something you already have that you don’t have to buy!\nFor BRPC donations\, please review this list of suggested donated items here.\n\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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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T201500
DTSTAMP:20260709T201101Z
CREATED:20260709T193630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201101Z
UID:10006452-1795026600-1795032900@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-2/2026-11-18/
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: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.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Daryl DeVries":MAILTO:HisRenown2@gmail.com
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Driggers":MAILTO:missions@mercypres.org
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