In 2024, Richmond Friends Meeting adopted a Minute making understanding and acting on issues related to race and racism “a strong, clear priority” for our community. That work began in earnest with the adoption of an action plan in early 2025. A newly created Racial...
News and Activities
Meetinghouse Open for Committee Use
The building is now open for committee use. The sidewalks at the meetinghouse have been shoveled, however they could freeze over again. To get to the sidewalk, you have to step on some ice. Both Kensington and Commonwealth have not been plowed. They are drivable...
In-Person Meetings for Worship and RE canceled for February 1
Meeting for worship in the meetinghouse and RE are canceled for Sunday, February 1, due to icy conditions on Commonwealth Avenue.
No In-Person Meeting Sunday, January 25
Due to weather conditions. Meeting by Zoom is still scheduled for 11 am.
Reading Between the Lines, February 1, 9-10 am
The Adult Spiritual Education Committee will host a one-hour Reading Between the Lines—through Zoom—on First Day, Feb. 1, from 9-10 am. We will discuss—along with single lines from Micah, Psalm 15, and 1 Corinthians 1, the Beatitudes—found In Matthew 5:1-12. As part...
RE Announcements for February & March 2026
Please note: Movement Circles were cancelled due to weather and have been rescheduled for May. February 15th - Faith & Play: The Story of John Lewis February 22nd - Fourth Sunday Age- Related Classes March 1st - Ramadan Group Lesson Willow Working Group (Ages...
Earthcare Working Group Explores Environmental Concerns from Data Centers and AI, January 11
All are welcome to an informational program with guest speaker Tim Cywinski, Communication Director of the Sierra Club Virginia Chapter on First Day, January 11 at the rise of Meeting (12:30 - 2:00 pm). The Earthcare Working Group, continuing our exploration of...
POSTPONED Seeking a Just Peace in Israel/Palestine
Watch for a new date for an event with Steve Chase from Friends Meeting of Washington (FMW), who will share his personal and several Meetings' discernment journeys toward joining the Apartheid-Free Communities coalition and working for a truly just peace in...
Reading Between the Lines on Break in January
Reading Between the Lines will return on February 1 after taking a break in January.
Rescheduled for February 8, 9 am–Old Clerks/New Clerks Gathering
Due to weather and driving conditions, Old Clerks/New Clerks has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 8, at 9 am in the community room! For both seasoned and new committee clerks, please join Nominating Committee for the annual clerking overview with coffee, tea, and...
