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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/2026-09-27/
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/2026-09-27/
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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SUMMARY:Worship (2nd Service)
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Sunday for worship at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/worship-1st-service/2026-09-27/
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:20260927T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T063000
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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/2026-09-29/
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:20260929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T210000
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SUMMARY:Reformed University Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:More info: MercyPres.org/College
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/reformed-university-fellowship-2/2026-09-29/
CATEGORIES:College
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000
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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-2/2026-09-30/
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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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-3-2-2/2026-09-30/
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:20261001T070000
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SUMMARY:Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to our weekly prayer gathering. During our time together\, we open with a time of Adoration and Confession\, followed by prayers of Thanksgiving and Supplication\, using the Mercy prayer needs list as a guide. No one is ever required to pray aloud\, so feel free to simply come and pray quietly with us if you prefer.
URL:https://www.mercypres.org/event-occurrence/prayer-meeting/2026-10-01/
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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CREATED:20260709T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201240Z
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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-2026/2026-10-01/
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:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T173553Z
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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-2026/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Mercy Presbyterian Church\, 1997 Thomas Jefferson Rd\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T170000
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CREATED:20260618T174930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T175122Z
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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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