Information for ministers, educators, church administrators, clerks, and congregations
June 18, 2021
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Highlights from the 108th Meeting
The 108th stated meeting of Presbytery of the James was held virtually on June 15. Among the worship, greetings, and business that occurred, we

  • Welcomed Rev. David Anderson, honorably retired; Rev. Lynn McClintock, director of pastoral care at Westminster Canterbury, Richmond; and Rev. Laura Sugg, incoming pastor of South Plains Church
  • Heard Rev. Kerra English (Ashland) preach on the life of small churches and their pastors
  • Celebrated the life and ministry of Gordonsville Church, which held its final worship on May 2
  • Recognized the service of Colleen Earp, associate for youth ministry, whose work with POJ will conclude June 30

Thanks to Tuckahoe Church and Lakeside Church for hosting members of the leadership team during the meeting.

Our next meeting is October 16. Please save the date.
Prepare Applications Now for Synod Grants
The deadline for grant applications to the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic is approaching. There are many options for congregations to consider. For example, the Jubilee Fund supports projects of African-American congregations that address clergy recruitment, Christian education, leadership development, youth ministry, and ongoing daycare. The New and Small Church Grant Fund awards up to $5,000 to qualifying churches for home mission projects. Applications must be complete before submitting; the synod cannot accept partial or draft submissions. Projects are considered for funding twice each year, with applications due August 1 and February 1.
Learn to Become an Inclusive Church
Join PC(USA)’s intercultural justice office for a workshop on gender and inclusion July 13 at 6:00 p.m. Learn basic concepts and terms to become a more inclusive church. The session will be repeated on October 19.
Other News
Women's Tea
AFREIM's Women's Ministry invites you to a women's tea on August 14. The event starts at 11 a.m. and will be held at Westminster Church in Richmond. A $5 donation is requested. For information, contact Shaunta'h Powell at 804-484-2325.
Convergence Conference for Teens
High school students can explore faith and science at Convergence, a summer program held at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. This year’s event will be virtual. Students can register for the entire event or only sessions that interest them. Those who participate in the full event can earn a $1,000 scholarship to R-MC. 
Check our online bulletin board to be reminded of events mentioned in recent issues of the Current.
Stated Meetings
October 16, 2021
109th Stated Meeting
Invitation needed
Overture deadline: Aug. 19, noon
Packet online: September 30
Employment Opportunities

  • Covenant pastor, Forest Hill (Richmond)
  • Director of youth ministries, Brandermill (Richmond)
  • Director of children's ministries, Brandermill (Richmond)
  • Director of Christian education and youth ministries, Westminster (Wilmington, DE)
  • Organist/pianist, Sandston (Sandston)
  • Covenant pastor, Grace Covenant (Richmond)

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