Fall Kickoff 2020

We’re officially kicking off Fall with plenty of ways to engage in the life of the church.

We are going to begin hosting outdoor worship gatherings in five locations across the region each Sunday, in addition to our live-streamed service at 10:00 a.m. each week. Come gather together, pray, and worship alongside your Third community.

Discipleship Classes

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

Sundays, 9:00 a.m.
Block 1: September 13 – October 18
Block 2: November 1 – 22, December 6 – 13
Join the Zoom (PW: 478901)

Join us for expository Bible teaching of the Gospel of Mark in the tradition of “Inductive Bible Study.” Our teachers ask the three classic questions of each text:  (i) what does it say; (ii) what did it mean to them (the original audience); and (iii) what does it mean to us?  This class is centered on understanding and applying God’s Word for his glory and our growth as his people.
Teachers: David Skove and David Carroll

I THINK YOU’RE WRONG (BUT I’M LISTENING): A GUIDE TO GRACE-FILLED POLITICAL CONVERSATIONS 

Sundays, 11:30 a.m.
Block 1: September 13 – October 18
Block 2: November 1–22, December 6–13 (Note: We’ll be studying a new book in Block 2!)
Join the Zoom (PW: Mary)

Metamorphosis is a diverse community seeking God’s healing and wholeness for the brokenness in our lives through safe, authentic Christian relationships. We come together on Sunday mornings to discuss preassigned selections we have read during the week which are chosen to enhance our tools for living out a relationship with Jesus and others in a real and challenging world. This fall we invite you to join us for learning how to have "transformative conversation" around our political beliefs. We will be reading the book, I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening); A Guide to Grace-filled Political Conversations, by Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, podcast hosts of Pantsuit Politics.  Join us with open, teachable hearts and minds.
Teacher: Mary Damon

RICHMOND’S UNHEALED HISTORY

Sundays, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
September 13 – October 18
Join the Zoom (PW: 703355)

Understanding our city means understanding our story. Join us for a six-week study of Ben Campbell's Richmond's Unhealed History where we'll read stories that are as relevant today as ever and discuss applications for our time. We will be using Ben Campbell’s book: Richmond’s Unhealed History. The first class is an introduction and then we will be reading it during the class (or people can jumpstart reading prior to the class! The class will be structured so you don’t have to have read the book prior to class, but you will get more out of it if you purchase a book and read as we go.
Teacher: Jason Snook, LJ Jaworski

GUIDED TOUR OF THE BIBLE

Thursdays, 8:00–9:30 p.m.
Block 1: September 17 – October 22 studying Genesis through Deuteronomy
Block 2: November 5–19, December 3–17 studying Judges through Esther
Join the Tour!

A short 6 week study of one section of the Bible aimed at helping you understand and be impacted by the message of each book we explore. Class time seek to explore things you want to know, flowing from the observations and questions you have as you read ahead in assigned sections  of the Bible. Ed Satterfield authored Guided tour and leads the discussion. More info here.
Teacher: Ed Satterfield

FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY

Wednesdays: October 14 - December 16
Contact Keith (804-929-0291) and Connie (804-869-3314) to sign up or for any questions!

We all need a plan for our money and God wants us to have financial peace. This class will teach you to create a budget, pay off debt, spend and save wisely, and give generously-- no matter where you are with your money. More info on this class, the meeting schedule, and cost and scholarships can be found here.
Teachers: Keith and Connie Byers

Serve at Third

VIRTUAL IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE TUTORING PROGRAM

1-on-1 Virtual Tutoring
Scheduled at your convenience

Our tutoring program has never been more important. Help us meet this critical community need as students go back to school virtually - and support this particularly vulnerable population. Many of these students don’t have English speaking parents, compounding the difficulty for them. No experience is necessary so please consider serving! Find more info here.

BLOOD DRIVE

Friday, September 25
12:00pm - 6:00pm
Fellowship Hall

Due to the pandemic, blood donations are desperately needed and in short supply. We are hosting this blood drive in order to help supply this badly needed health resource during our time of crisis.  As part of your blood donation you will receive antibody testing. Register through the Red Cross website.

JOBS FOR LIFE

Mondays, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
September 14-November 30
Fellowship Hall

The Jobs for Life Training Program is a 12-week, relationship-centered jobs training program. Each student is teamed with a Champion who will walk through the class and the months following as they journey from unemployment to employment, or from underemployment to better employment.  Our teachers are business leaders who will interact closely with each student, providing practical job preparation training focused on character development, good work behavior, communication, and interview skills.

This class is proving to be more important than ever as we face record joblessness during the pandemic. We are in specific need of 2 more female Champions! Find more info here.

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