Oregon Hill Home Improvement Council Presents Author’s Talk on Tredegar Iron Works

From press release:

The Oregon Hill Home Improvement Council, (OHHIC) a neighborhood membership organization whose mission includes historical preservation, is presenting an author’s talk about historic Tredegar Iron Works on Wednesday, February 24th at 6:30 pm. Local historian Nathan Vernon Madison, a graduate of the University of Mary Washington (BA) and Virginia Commonwealth University (MA), will present and discuss his recently released book, Tredegar Iron Works. His account utilizes a wealth of primary sources and firsthand accounts to chronicle the full history of the Richmond industrial icon. The Oregon Hill neighborhood was built and occupied by many of the foundry’s workers and therefore has a special connection to this history. This author’s talk is co-hosted by St. Andrew’s Church and will take place in their chapel at 236 S. Laurel Street. After the presentation Mr. Madison will be available to sign books. A small reception will follow the talk next door at the St. Andrew’s Parish House. This event is free and open to the public, however seating will be limited and RSVP’s are appreciated.

Related links:

St Andrew’s Church
Richmond Magazine article on Mr. Madison and Tredegar Iron Works
Amazon.com author’s profile

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Exploring the Biblical Wilderness At St. Andrew’s Church

From email announcement:

In 1873, St. Andrew’s Church started as a bible class in the Oregon Hill neighborhood. Starting this Thursday, all are invited to a new gathering called Exploring the Biblical Wilderness. We will begin our study on January 14 with Gospel of Matthew (chapters 1-14), and our time together may include studies of historical and cultural context, theological themes, contemplative approaches to scripture, and biblical storytelling. 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in St. Andrew’s House (236 S. Laurel Street). If interested, please email abailey@standrewsoregonhill.org or just show up! This class will occur on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month and is open to everyone!

Epiphany Lessons and Carols @ St. Andrew’s Church

From email announcement:

On Sunday, January 10 at 5:00 pm, St. Andrew’s will hold its annual celebration of Epiphany Lessons and Carols with a reception following. Child care is available.

The St. Andrew’s Choristers will be joined by special guests from area congregations to sing anthems and carols, both old and new. All are invited for this evening of stunning music and sacred story.

Check out this video about our service of Epiphany Lessons and Carols service on FaceBook or our website. Feel free to share with others.

Wild Longing: A Contemplative Prayer Group

From email announcement:

St. Andrew’s is starting a new contemplative prayer group this fall. Registration is here. For more information, contact Abbott (abailey at standrewsoregonhill.org).

Description: You are invited to deepen your experience of God’s presence in your life through a variety of contemplative prayer practices using sound, silence, image and art, intercession, scripture, poetry, and creation. This group will start with an opening retreat on Saturday, September 26 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and then continue on Thursday evenings in October from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Cost: Free (Please bring a brown bag lunch on September 26. Drinks provided.)

When: September 26, 2015 (Opening Retreat) 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Where: St. Andrew’s House (236 South Laurel Street)

Leader: Abbott Bailey, rector of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, is currently enrolled in a program on Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups and Retreats through the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation. She will be sharing this rich, experiential approach to prayer through this offering.