Are you ready to explore a deeper commitment to this part of the Body of Christ? Join us for the Exploring Covenant Partnership class this spring!
Young at Heart is a co-ed group for those who have reached retirement age or better, the "chronologically superior." We will meet the third Thursday of each month for fun and fellowship.
This month’s event is on Thursday, April 16, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Help us reach our fundraising goal for our Student Ministry short-term mission trip to Mexico!
With Katherine Wolf, author, advocate, and co-founder of Hope Heals
Porch Lights is proud to present Treasures in the Dark, A Night of Hope & Healing with Katherine Wolf.
Katherine Wolf is an author, advocate, and co-founder of Hope Heals. After she survived a near-fatal brainstem stroke at age 26, her family’s journey through disability has become a public witness that good and hard can co-exist in the same story. Through caregiving, storytelling, and lived theology, Katherine is inviting others into a vision of hope, interdependence, and embodied resilience. She and her husband, Jay, live in Atlanta with their two sons.
Thursday, April 30
Hope Church, 12445 Patterson Ave
7:00 p.m.
Tickets are $40 each. Third Church is a sponsor of this event.
When: Monday, June 8 - Thursday, June 11, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Final performance Friday, June 12 from 9 am to 11:00 am (parents stay with children on Friday!)
Where: Third Church, 600 Forest Avenue
Who: 3 year olds to rising 5th graders
Registration: Opens March 2, 2026 and closes when all spots are filled. Wait list available.
IMPORTANT: If your child requires assistance during classroom instruction at their school, parents will need to provide assistance for their child during camp.
Get excited for a week of growing closer to Jesus and great adventures and experiences—all in RVA. Ropes course, laser tag, and some new additions this year. Lunch will be included every day! This if for all students who have completed grades 7 & 8.
Monday, July 13 - Thursday, July 16
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Time flexible based on activity!)
Cost: Only $200 for a week of fellowship, fun, & food!
Questions? Contact Andrea Woie
All of our faith and all of our hope rests on this: the Resurrection. Join us in the celebration on Easter Sunday, for the Lamb has conquered death, triumphed over evil, and reigns in victory! This is good news.
April 5, 2026
8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Music led by Kim Taulbee,
the choir, and team of musicians
Sermon preached live
by Pastor Corey Widmer
April 5, 2026
8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Music led by Brooke Wright
and team of musicians
Sermon preached live
by Pastor Corey Widmer
Our 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services will be streamed live from the Sanctuary. Click here to watch live.
Bring bells if you have them! We will ring them together whenever we say or sing Hallelujah!
We anticipate a joyfully full morning celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection together. If you’re able, we invite you to park in Lot D or one of our additional parking lots so that visitors and those who need closer parking can find it.
We will not have any Sunday school classes (for children or adults) on Easter Sunday. However, childcare will still be available for kindergarten and younger during each service in their usual rooms used during services.
If you’d like to volunteer on a special hospitality team, please contact Ed. To fill a significant need in our nursery on Easter Sunday, please contact Susan.
For more information on all of our Holy Week events and services, please click here.
Join us in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m. for an opportunity to observe our collective identity around the communion table. We will be remembering Jesus sharing the Last Supper with his disciples and his mandate to love and serve one another, knowing that he would be betrayed and ultimately killed. Come and share in the gifts of God for the people of God.
Come and reflect on the final hours of Jesus' life as told from the imagined perspective of Biblical eyewitnesses. This guided multi-sensory experience will be open both Thursday evening before the Maundy Thursday service and midday on Good Friday.
April 3, 2026
11:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m.
April 2, 2026
5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 29 at 8:15, 9:30, and 11:00 in the Sanctuary
Together, we'll wave palms in the opening of our service and responsively read through the entire Passion of Jesus from his entry into Jerusalem to his grave. This special Palm Sunday service helps set the tone for us to enter into Holy Week as a community.
If you're new to Third, come to this gathering to meet a few people, learn about Third's vision, what we believe and how to get involved.
Join us for an evening that brings art and community together to support healing through creativity.
The Stewarding Beauty Benefit directly funds Make Studio’s art therapy programming and outreach across Greater Richmond. Come for food and fellowship, bid on artwork to take home, or make your own creations in the studio.
All are welcome.
This gathering will be hosted by Make Creative Studio at St. Giles Presbyterian Church. Contact Chris Porter with questions.
5th and 6th grade students are invited to the annual Club 56 Retreat. We will gather for games, food, fellowship, and a great guest speaker. Our students will also experience quiet time in God's word. Friends who are in the 5th & 6th grade are welcome to join us!
Young at Heart is a co-ed group for those who have reached retirement age or better, the "chronologically superior." We will meet the third Thursday of each month for fun and fellowship.
This month’s event is led by Paul Creasy on Thursday, March 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Join us as we open our hearts to the Lord and let him heal our brokenness through the practice of lament. As you learn, you will also have an opportunity to sing, color, pray, write, meditate, walk, and more.
Lent is a season where we are invited into the wilderness with Jesus. God calls us to lament for the unseen places in our hearts, the people in our lives, and the atrocities in the world. Our hope is that this morning of worship, biblical reflection, and practicing lament brings you one step closer to a place of trust, wholeness and peace. Let us pour out our hearts, exposing to our Father who loves us, our broken places, constant temptations, and need for control in an out-of-control world.
*Event is best suited for adults and students 13 years old and up.
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.
Fellowship Hall, 600 Forest Avenue
RSVP HERE
Saturday, March 7
9 - 10:30 am.
Fellowship Hall, 600 Forest Ave
This meeting is open to all women. We want to especially encourage women who feel on the margins to join us— single moms, single women, those managing crises or working through a divorce or separation. For anyone who wants to come and pray in community: come and be encouraged.
Childcare available for all kids under 11 with a registration.
Join dozens of churches in the For Richmond network on Monday, February 23 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. for an evening of unified prayer and learning that will lead to future faithful action with and for our immigrant and refugee neighbors.
The event will be hosted at Richmond’s First Baptist Church: 2709 Monument Avenue.
This is a family friendly event but please note that childcare is not provided. Registration is required so that you recieve parking details and other relevant information.
You can expect:
Prayer and music led by congregational leaders from around Metro Richmond
To learn about the current issues that immigrants and refugees are facing and the trusted local organizations who are working alongside them
To learn about future opportunities for faithful action including practical support, advocating for policy change, and public witness
This event is hosted by For Richmond, one of Third’s local mission partners.
Join the men of Third for a weekend to be challenged and encouraged to engage more deeply in community to know one another and to know God more. We'll eat together, worship together, and hear from Dr. Chris Harper, a nationally known men’s ministry speaker.
We'll gather Friday night at 6 for dinner, hear Dr. Chris Harper’s message, and have small group time from about 7–9. On Saturday, we’ll have light breakfast offerings and coffee starting at 8:30 and then from 9–12 will hear two messages with small group discussion after each.
Friday, Feb. 20, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 21, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Third Church, 600 Forest
We are returning to Camp Willow Run the weekend of February 20-22 for our annual winter retreat. Only $175 for a weekend of fellowship, fun, food, and surprises! Friends are welcome to join us!
Leaving: Friday, February 20 Meet at Third at 5 PM, buses will leave at 6 PM
Returning: Sunday, February 22. Will leave Camp at 1 PM, back to Third around 3 PM
We never want money to be a reason a student doesn't go - so we always tell families to talk to us. We have scholarships available and/or can set up payment plans. Contact Andrea if you have questions or would like a scholarship.
Young at Heart is a co-ed group for those who have reached retirement age or better, the "chronologically superior." We will meet the third Thursday of each month for fun and fellowship.
This month’s event is led by Gretchen Meon on Thursday, February 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Parents, do you want a morning to go out on a date this Valentine's Day?
Drop off your kids (ages 5-11) in the Fellowship Hall on February 14 and support our short-term mission team headed to Egypt this March! Kids are invited to wear PJs and join us for a pancake breakfast, games, and a showing of "The Prince of Egypt."
Childcare and cost of attending is free, but this is a fundraising opportunity on behalf of short-term missions. Donations to the Egypt mission trip are encouraged.
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON FEBRUARY 11.
Begin by studying bible passages that delineate qualifications for elders/overseers and deacons found in 1 Timothy 3:2–13 and Titus 1:1–9.
Pray and ask God to illuminate those people who may be biblically gifted and spiritually equipped for serving in one of the roles below. Candidates must be faithful believers, Covenant Partners of this church, and marked by humility and a desire to serve.
Fill and submit the form below by February 22, 2026. We welcome you to submit multiple nominations!
As we trust the Spirit to move among and speak through the Body of believers, the committee will honor and prayerfully consider all nominations (learn more about how our nominations process works and see the list of current officers).
All nominees should be active Covenant Partners who are known to be growing in their spiritual maturity, learning to exercise their gifts and skills, and contributing to the worship and life of our church. All officers are elected by the congregation and serve a three-year term.
The Nominating Committee: Kathy White and Denise Ellen (Elders); Aaron Mullins (Deacon); Kim Benson, Doug Kinard, Anna Henderson, and Bob Tatti
Talking to our kids about sex, birth, body safety, pornography, and other related topics can feel very overwhelming and awkward at times, but we all know how important it is. They'll learn about these things at some point (sooner than we think), and as their parents, we want to be the first place they hear about it.
During the workshop, we'll watch and discuss short videos from the Birds & the Bees curriculum which gives very practical steps on how to begin and continue this conversation with our kids throughout their childhood. We'll also have the opportunity to learn from each other if anyone would like to share experiences (or funny anecdotes) they've had while talking with their kids about sex. The curriculum is geared toward young children through preteens, but the information can easily be scaled to use for teens as well.
Questions: Contact Blair Bigelow: blairb@thirdrva.org
Young at Heart is a co-ed group for those who have reached retirement age or better, the "chronologically superior." We will meet the third Thursday of each month for fun and fellowship.
This month’s event is led by Ruth Erickson on Thursday, January 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Serve our neighbors in a simple and tangible way: homework tutoring!
December 19-20, 2025
8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
$25
Questions? Contact Andrea Woie or Marcellus Wright
Young at Heart is a co-ed group for those who have reached retirement age or better, the "chronologically superior." We will meet the third Thursday of each month for fun and fellowship.
This month’s event is on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Join us for this special Advent service of worshiping and reading scripture together. It is a great opportunity to begin the Advent season reflecting on scripture and praying for God's coming son.
Buy some Brunswick Stew and support our 2026 mission trip to Mexico!
Saturday, December 6
9 - 10:30 am.
Fellowship Hall, 600 Forest Ave
This meeting is open to all women. We want to especially encourage women who feel on the margins to join us— single moms, single women, those managing crises or working through a divorce or separation. For anyone who wants to come and pray in community: come and be encouraged.
Childcare available for all kids under 11 with a registration.
Join us for this beloved gathering with women of Third as we share a meal, worship together, and usher in the Advent season.
For this special evening, we’ll share a meal, worship together, and enter the Advent season with a special message from Jenny Daniel to encourage our hearts. Please join us and invite a friend!
Tuesday, December 2
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Turkey and ham are provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. You can sign up using our SignUpGenius for the potluck!
Questions? Contact Becky Bowers, beckyb@thirdrva.org.
You will find suggestions for Stocking Stuffer items below and here. Please bring unwrapped gifts to the Women’s Christmas Dinner.
Non skid slipper socks
Small Devotionals
Pocket 2025 calendars
Small notepads
Post it notes
Women’s handkercheifs
Scarves or gloves
Small coin purses
Large print playing cards
Card games (Old Maid, Uno, etc)
Dollar Store yo-yos, dominos, checkers, etc.'
Dollar Store individual craft kits
Costume Jewelry
Lens cleaner wipes (individually packaged)
Liquid hand soap/antibacterial soap
Small plug in motion sensor night lights
Please NO product samples, safety pins, glass, or USED items. Travel size products will be accepted, but NO hotel size products will be accepted.
Join us as we kick off the Advent season! We will meet in the Fellowship Hall during the Sunday school hour for a time of worship, a message, and time for a craft!
We know how hard it is to get time on your own or with your spouse, so we want to help! We'll provide dinner and entertainment for a couple of hours so you can recharge those parent batteries.
We will be providing pizza with carrots and applesauce, water and dessert. You are welcome to bring your own dinner from home or feed your child ahead of time. Limited space available up to age 11. If you or your teenager would like to volunteer to help, let us know!
We hope this is a restorative time for parents.
Note: due to space and childcare constraints, this event is for our Third Church families. Childcare is provided by our wonderful nursery workers. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON NOVEMBER 16.
Hosted by Needle's Eye and Make Studio RVA, this cohort gathers creatives from Third and across Richmond to connect and discuss the intersection of faith and the arts. Boxed dinner and refreshments will be provided for those who register! Third Church will cover the registration cost if you enter the promo code THIRDCHURCH.
This gathering will be hosted by our mission partner Needle’s Eye at Make Creative Studio at St. Giles Presbyterian Church on Monday, August 18 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. Contact Chris Porter with questions.
