Calling all 5th and 6th Graders!

Club 56 is our awesome ministry for our 5th and 6th grade students. We meet on Thursday nights and Sunday mornings, growing in our community together, knowledge of God, and preparing for the rhythms of Student Ministry which begins in 7th grade.

The Club 56 Kickoff dinner is an important time for parents and students to hear more about the ministry and learn how they can be equipped during these formative years. 

Your whole family is welcome to attend, but remember this night is for your 5th and/or 6th grader so let's put the focus on them!

Thursday, September 10
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Childcare is available for children through 4th grade but registration is required.
Please note: This is NOT a drop-off event, this is for parents and students.

Questions? Contact Robin Bedinger.

We’re kicking off the ministry year with an All-Church Picnic!

Join us in the Fellowship Hall for a morning of food and fellowship. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your Parish Area, enjoy catching up with friends (and meeting new ones) after a scattered summer, and enjoy an old-fashioned church potluck!

Third will provide chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, beans, and mac 'n' cheese. We're hoping that you'll bring more sides, salads, and desserts. Sign up below!

All-Church Picnic Details:
Sunday, August 30
11:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall

P.S. SUNDAY SCHOOL KICKS OFF RIGHT BEFORE THE PICNIC!

Come at 9:30 a.m. for Sunday School for all ages. We have classes for children in the Little Lambs - 4th Grade, Club 56 (5th-6th graders), and Student Ministry. A series of new Adult classes begin too! For more information on those, click here.

FAQs about our Fall Kickoff:

Join us for a morning of water play in the playground parking lot hosted by our France Mission Team!

Come dressed for watery fun with games and activities for all ages. The playground will be open, and we'll have iced coffee for the grown-ups and popsicles for the kiddos at the end.

This event will take place in the playground parking lot (Lot B); parking is available in Lot C (middle lot). This is a great way to connect with other families and invite friends or neighbors while helping to send our team to France.

While there is no cost to attend, our mission team is seeking to raise support for their upcoming trip (September 11 - 19). Any financial contribution is appreciated — click here to make a donation. All funds donated will go towards offsetting the costs for the France trip and other Third mission trips.

Saturday, August 15 *no rain date
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Playground and Playground Parking Lot (Lot B)

RSVP here by August 13

Questions? Contact Becky Bowers or Blair Bigelow

A Valentine’s Day date morning that benefits missions!

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.

REGISTER HERE

That’s right… We’re talking about THE TALK

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.

Registration for this event is now full.

Questions: Contact Blair Bigelow: blairb@thirdrva.org

Parents! Get away for the Evening!

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.

REGISTER HERE

Parents! Get away for the Evening!

We know how hard it is to get time on your own or with your spouse, so we want to help! Join us for a monthly date night where you can invest in your relationship or just take a much-needed night to yourself. 

Come by Third at 6:00 p.m. to drop off your kids, receive words of encouragement about parenting and your relationship, and then go on a date, have dinner with another couple, or do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. Come back by 9:00 p.m. to gather your kids. 

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. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 5

register here

Parents! Get away for the Evening!

We know how hard it is to get time on your own or with your spouse, so we want to help! Join us for a monthly date night where you can invest in your relationship or just take a much-needed night to yourself. 

Come by Third at 6:00 p.m. to drop off your kids, receive words of encouragement about parenting and your relationship, and then go on a date, have dinner with another couple, or do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. Come back by 9:00 p.m. to gather your kids. 

We hope this is a restorative time for parents! REGISTRATION FOR APRIL CLOSES APRIL 20, 2025.

Note: due to space and childcare constraints, this event is for our Third Church families. Childcare is provided by our wonderful nursery workers. 

Upcoming Parents’ Night Out: Friday, May 9

Parents! Get away for the Evening!

We know how hard it is to get time on your own or with your spouse, so we want to help! Join us for a monthly date night where you can invest in your relationship or just take a much-needed night to yourself. 

Come by Third at 6:00 p.m. to drop off your kids, receive words of encouragement about parenting and your relationship, and then go on a date, have dinner with another couple, or do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. Come back by 9:00 p.m. to gather your kids. 

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 DEADLINE IS MARCH 10th.

Upcoming Parents’ Night Out: Fridays, April 25, May 16 (new registrations will be required)

Sign up here

That’s right… We’re talking about THE TALK

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.

Saturday, January 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Third Church

Childcare available with registration

Questions: Contact Blair Bigelow: blairb@thirdrva.org

Cultivating Connection in the Chaos of Life

Marriage Workshop with Miriam Bott

Saturday, April 20
9:30 a.m. - Noon
Rooms C & D, Regency

In the busyness of life, it’s easy for couples to feel like ships passing in the night, lucky to squeak out a coherent conversation at the end of the day. As it turns out, however, connection is an incredibly important aspect of marriage that secures satisfaction and stability over the long haul.

Join counselor Miriam Bott for a marriage workshop where we look at small, tangible ways to cultivate connection weekly that will make a big impact on your relationship.

Cost: $200.* Once you register on Miriam’s website, you will receive a link to pay. Full refunds available up to two weeks prior to the workshop. 50% refund within two weeks.

*We never want cost to keep anyone from registering. Please reach out to Rick Hutton for scholarship information.

Child care available for 10 years old and younger with RSVP to Susan by April 15. 

Join us for a family movie night at Regency

Questions? Contact Blair Bigelow.

That’s right… We’re talking about THE TALK

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.

Saturday, January 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Third at Regency)