Presbytery of the James

06/11/2026

Note that the POJ office will be closed with staff working remotely week of June 15. (& staff holiday June 19.) Get all details and SO much more in this week's Current newsletter at https://conta.cc/4e8nuy4

📅 23rd Stated Meeting of POJ – June 17
📘 Antiracism Committee curriculum available
🇬🇹 Support POJ's Guatemala team!
📢 Transitional General Presbyter/Stated Clerk of POJ position now open
💻 Communications workshop – July 17
🙏 The joy of a 2nd visit & call for supply preachers: Rev. Kerry returns to South Hill
🕊 Spiritual formation for nonviolent direct action gathering – June 28
📖 Worship resources for July 5, 2026
📊 Presbyterian Hunger Program Impact Report 2025
🏆 Outlook wins five honors at Associated Church Press awards
📜 Story of UN chaplain during Korean War
📅 Community events & special days
💼 Employment opportunities – Check them out today.

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06/11/2026

Due to vacations and personal circumstances, POJ staff will be working remotely Jun. 15-18. June 19 is a staff holiday in observance of Juneteenth. Please reach out via email (https://presbyteryofthejames.com/about/staff/) during these dates, and we look forward to seeing you in person soon!

06/11/2026

From Presbyterian Outlook:

Thinking about prayer and posture

In this reflection, Brenda Moten explores how posture, humility and memory shape the way we pray.

Thinking about prayer and posture

In this reflection, Brenda Moten explores how posture, humility and memory shape the way we pray.

⭐Click the link in the comments to read more⭐

06/11/2026

🗓️ Cohorts begin Fall 2026
⏰ Register by July 31, 2026

Read more below from Office of Christian Formation PCUSA!

New Around the Table Cohort Opportunities

Faith leaders and caregivers of children and youth are invited to participate in new Around the Table cohorts designed to strengthen faith formation, nurture intergenerational relationships, and weave Christian spiritual practices into everyday life and faith communities.

➡️ Two cohort options are available for fall 2026
✨ Retreat Cohort with an in-person, content-rich experience followed by ongoing coaching
✨Traditional Cohort with a fully online journey of guided conversations and shared learning

Both are offered free of charge and are available in English, Spanish, and Korean.
No matter which you choose, you’ll gain practical tools to strengthen faith formation, build intergenerational relationships, and weave spiritual practices into everyday life.

🗓️ Cohorts begin Fall 2026
⏰ Register by July 31, 2026
🔗 https://cfportal.churchcenter.com/home

06/10/2026

The next Stated Meeting of the Presbytery of the James is Wednesday, June 17 at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom.

*Please note the key dates below:
Jun. 10 – Deadline to submit slides/video presentation to Zoom host
Jun. 16, noon – Deadline to register
Jun. 17, 9:30 a.m – Stated Meeting of POJ via Zoom

Packet and registration info now available at https://presbyteryofthejames.com/2026/06/02/stated-meeting-jun-17-26/

06/09/2026

We continue to pray for peace. Join the global prayer June 11, 7 a.m. EDT.
PCUSA Global Ministry

In a series of global prayers for peace, the World Council of Churches (WCC) invites people and churches around the world to join in the Global Prayer for Peace in Ukraine on 11 June at 13.00 CET.

06/09/2026

Happy Birthday Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church!!
🎂

Church Potluck Picnic, Sunday June 14, 11:45 am

Join us on Sunday, June 14 as we celebrate our church’s 22nd birthday! We will provide BBQ with buns and beverages. Please bring a side dish to share.

6566 Spring Hill Road, Ruckersville, VA

06/09/2026

Insightful books for June from Westminster John Knox Press !

Happy Pride from WJK! Explore Insightful Books for the Month of June.

Let's celebrate and honor the LGBTQIA+ community and recognize the importance of diversity, inclusion, and acceptance in our communities.

Thanks for WJK for being an amazing partner to the festival!

06/08/2026

Interested in learning Tai Chi? Check out this opportunity from St. Andrews Presbyterian Church!

Still time to call the church office for your spot! Great opportunity!