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The Bridge RVA

"Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice..." Isaiah 58:6

08/17/2026

"This book follows my family's personal journey across a bridge, a literal bridge across the James River, but also a bridge across the racial divide. It is a journey through my own naivety, where I would have many assumptions challenged and my heart exposed. I would also feel my heart expand with a love for people of a different race, especially their children growing up in very challenging circumstances." (Introduction page xi)

If the subject of racial reconciliation is currently on your radar, I would love to have conversation with you. My book was written with honest dialogue in mind. It provides 'questions to ponder' at the back of the book, based on each chapter's focus. It has been used as a resource for church small groups and book clubs as well as leadership training for those stepping into cross-racial ministry. I would love to come in person and share at any gathering where you feel it might be helpful. Just let me know.

For a personalized copy, you can order my book from www.crossingthewaterjames.com

It's also at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and locally here at The Book People Richmond

If you've already read the book, would you consider leaving a review at Good Reads? https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/241163812-crossing-the-water-james
And of course, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

Thank you for your time, consideration and support! Ken

08/15/2026

A day to gather and take another step across the racial divide here in our city.

08/07/2026

On our way to a long promised trip to Chick-Fil-A one of the children noticed someone on the side of the road. “Mr Peters, he’s homeless. We should get him something!” I asked her what we should get him. She said, “Something to drink…and a snack…and a tent…and a flashlight…” This led to a brief conversation about homelessness until their attention returned to our destination. After a lively meal, and a quick trip through Target, we stopped by a playground in Carter Jones Park in South Richmond. While they were playing I had received a phone call from a friend who has been having some medical challenges. Just as I was finishing up my call and getting ready to pray with my friend, two of the girls came running up asking for water. They joined me in the prayer with a hearty amen at the end, bringing much delight to me and my friend. We had a blast, but left quite hot and thirsty. We headed to the Sunoco station at Hull and Richmond Highway to get some waters. Next to the store, there were several people standing by the bus stop, so we bought a few extra bottles of water and pulled up next to the thirsty travelers. The kids handed them waters through the windows eliciting some big smiles and thank yous. As we started down Richmond Highway, little E’moni shouts, “There’s another man Mr. Peters. I’ll give him mine.” Such genuine generosity from this young heart is humbling to me and yet a signpost of God’s love continuing in the generations to come.

04/30/2026

On the way home from literacy center today, we made a swing through McDonald’s. After helping me divide up the nuggets and fries for his siblings, this young boy started in on his portion. He said “Mr. Peters, these fries aren’t going to make it home.” A few minutes later, as we were approaching their street, he piped up, “McDonald’s makes the best salt in America! No, in the world!” Smiling, I asked, “Really? In the whole world?” He paused for minute and then said, “No, no! God made the salt.” As we pulled into the apartment complex, he showed me the last two fries just before they disappeared. He was right, on both accounts.

02/26/2026

While dropping off some kids after literacy center today, I had the privilege of holding a future student.
Well, let’s start with B-bottle-/b/

02/21/2026

And, we’re live! Here until 2pm today.

Barnes and Noble
9840 Brook Rd
Glen Allen

Would love to see you!

Ken

02/19/2026

This is often the result of the 25 minute drive from their school to the literacy center. I often struggle between trying to keep them awake and not wanting to disturb their momentary peace. I never know how things will go once we arrive and we have to wake them up. After a rather tough start today, they all settled into their lessons. Afterward, I was treated to some dance moves. Like I said, I never know how things might go with this bunch.

02/17/2026

Hi Friends! I'm having a book signing this coming Saturday, February 21 from 12-2 pm.

Barnes and Noble 9840 Brook Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23059

I would love to see you if you're in the neighborhood. If you aren't able to make it and would like a personalized copy, you can order it here: www.crossingthewaterjames.com

It is also available online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other book sellers or in store at The Book People in the West End. If you have read it, would you consider leaving a brief review with Barnes and Noble and/or Amazon?

Thank you!!

Ken

01/10/2026

Here are a few pics from The Neighborhood Literacy Center. We have an incredible group of volunteers and children. Watching children progress in their ability to read is such a joy. It helps them grow in their confidence and is a real help in their success going forward in school. A child living in poverty and not reading at grade level by 3rd grade is 8 times more likely to drop out of school than a child who is. We have witnessed this continually in our city. It doesn't have to be this way. Our goal is to help these children reach their grade reading level by the time they enter Middle School. The need is HUGE.
I received an email this past week from the Reading Interventionist at one of our local elementary schools asking if we could take more students. I had to tell her, "not at this time due to our volunteer capacity." Would you consider whether this is something you would like to explore with us? Or, if you know of someone who might, would you pass along this information? Our sessions are after school from 3:00- 4:45 pm. Our address is 1405 Westover Hills Blvd, just across the Boulevard Bridge in South Richmond. (Across the street from the Westover Hills Library). There is no experience required. We provide the training. Our spring semester kicks off on Tuesday, January 20th. If interested, I can be reached at [email protected] or call/text at 804-920-0693. Thanks! Ken

12/23/2025

A highlight of the year for me, traveling the streets of Richmond delivering smiles to some precious souls. A HUGE Thank You to everyone who made this possible and coming along for the ride. May your coming days be filled with the Joy and Wonder of that first Christmas in Bethlehem.

Address

1405 Westover Hills Boulevard Suites 4 & 6
Richmond, VA
23225

Telephone

+18049200693

Website

http://www.thebridgerva.com/

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