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Join us in person to celebrate Oakland Baptist Church’s 135th Anniversary with a fun banquet and brunch!
Oakland Baptist Church 135th Anniversary Banquet & Brunch
Come join us for a fun and heartfelt celebration of 135 years at Oakland Baptist Church! This in-person event features a delightful banquet followed by a relaxing brunch, perfect for catching up with old friends and making new ones. Don’t miss out on great food, warm company, and memorable moments as we honor our church’s amazing journey together. See you there!
Saturday, 17, 12.30 -
Saturday, 17, 15.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
God is as concerned with Monday as He is with Sunday. A full-day intensive equipping believers to carry His power into the marketplace.
God is as concerned with your Monday as He is with your Sunday.
Joseph didn’t change the world from a pulpit. He changed it from a palace — inside a secular system, in a foreign economy, in the middle of a famine. God had positioned him on purpose, and the same is true for you. Your job, your business, your influence — that’s not a distraction from your calling. It is your assignment.
This is a full-day intensive for believers who are done separating their faith from their work. If you’ve ever sensed that God wants to move through you Monday through Friday — not just on Sunday — this day is for you.
Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
A framework for hearing God clearly in your everyday work. Not vague impressions — a practical grid for discerning His voice and moving in wisdom in real decisions, real deals, and real pressure. Language for your assignment. You’ll stop seeing your job as “just a paycheck” and start seeing the territory God has given you to steward and transform.
Faith to move when the numbers don’t add up. Learn how to walk by faith in uncertainty, lack, and famine seasons — and how kingdom people are meant to profit when everyone else is panicking.
A ready-to-use marketplace toolkit. In a hands-on workshop, you’ll get social media strategy, practical tools, and plug-and-play templates you can start using the very next day to build your platform, share your voice, and grow your influence.
Impartation, not just information. This isn’t a lecture hall. There’s dedicated worship, ministry, and activation time built into the day — you’ll leave stirred, strengthened, and sent.
A room full of like-minded marketplace leaders. Connect with entrepreneurs, professionals, and believers who are carrying the same fire into their fields.
Your day includes:
• “Here Come the Dreamers” — Dr. Malik Edwards
• “Your Job Is Your Assignment” — Ashley Turner
• “Walking by Faith” — Isaac & Shanay Howard
• “Profiting in Famine” — Lorraine Barnes
• Marketplace Toolkit: Social Media, Tools & Strategy — a hands-on workshop
• Live Q&A after every session, worship, and ministry time
Continental breakfast is included. Doors open at 8:30 AM; the day runs 9:00 AM–4:30 PM with a lunch break on your own.
Come ready to take notes, ask questions, and step into everything God has for you in the marketplace.
Hosted by The Surge Network at Relentless DC.
Saturday, 03, 09.00 -
Saturday, 03, 16.30
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Experience a life-changing gathering designed to ignite your faith, deepen your prayer life, and empower you to walk in God’s purpose.
This year's conference theme, "The Transforming Power of Prayer," will bring together ministry leaders, visionaries, and faithful servants of God who are passionate about advancing His Kingdom, strengthening the Body of Christ, and equipping others for effective ministry.
Thursday, 08, 17.30 -
Thursday, 08, 22.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Join us on campus this fall for three Commuter Core modules, either to become a certified facilitator or to learn more about Godly Play.
Lifelong Learning will host three Commuter Core modules for those preparing to become a certified Godly Play teacher/mentor and those who simply want to learn more about Godly Play. Use this registration page to register for Module 3 only. Visit our LL programming collection page to sign up for the other modules.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 - Module 1: Sacred Space, Sacred Stories
Saturday, October 10, 2026 - Module 2: Spirituality of the Child & Parables
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - Module 3: Liturgical Action & Supporting the Circle
Each training is from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET
Those seeking a Core Training certificate must attend all three modules (not necessarily in order or in a certain location) and present at leastone Godly Play lesson to peers in the safe and supportive environment of VTS's dedicated Godly Play room. See the Godly Play Website for more info/opportunities.
All of our trainings take place on site at Virginia Theological Seminary . Learn more about visiting campus.
Lunch from Panera Bread will be provided by Lifelong Learning as part of your registration.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Dive into the transformative world of Godly Play, an innovative approach to spiritual education for children created by the Rev. Dr. Jerome Berryman. Led by experienced trainers Rosemary Beales and Lynn Dunn, participants will gain the skills and confidence to share Godly Play lessons with children in their communities. Godly Play is more than storytelling, but story is at its center. “Wondering” together is a key element of Godly Play, which seeks not to impose meaning but to cultivate the curiosity and openness that allow children (and adults) to develop their own understanding.
MODULE 3
Participants will learn techniques for supporting the circle of children during sessions and focus on liturgical action lessons.
This program is brought to you by the department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. Contact us ([email protected]) if the cost to participate is a barrier for you.
Questions? Email [email protected].
Learn on Your Own Time: Explore on-demand programs.
Stay in touch: Subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
The Rev. Dr. Rosemary Beales has been a practitioner in Godly Play since 1996 and an accredited trainer since 2000. After a career in journalism, she found a better story to tell when she discovered Godly Play. Through years of sitting in circles with children, she was led to Virginia Theological Seminary, where she graduated in 2005 and was ordained to the Episcopal priesthood. In 2012, she received a Doctor of Ministry degree from VTS, completing a thesis based on using Godly Play to encourage parents in their role as primary spiritual mentors (“Nurturing the Nurturers,” available at www.academia.edu). She was part of the team that revised and expanded the eight volumes of Complete Guide to Godly Play. Rosemary has served both in parishes and in school ministry, including 12 years as chaplain to grades JK-5 at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Va. Rosemary has retired from parish work, allowing her time to continue Godly Play training and also to relax a bit with her three grown children, seven grandchildren, and a growing assortment of friends.
Saturday, 07, 09.00 -
Saturday, 07, 16.30
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Join us on campus this fall for three Commuter Core modules, either to become a certified facilitator or to learn more about Godly Play.
Lifelong Learning will host three Commuter Core modules for those preparing to become a certified Godly Play teacher/mentor and those who simply want to learn more about Godly Play. Use this registration page to register for Module 2 only. Visit our LL programming collection page to sign up for the other modules.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 - Module 1: Sacred Space, Sacred Stories
Saturday, October 10, 2026 - Module 2: Spirituality of the Child & Parables
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - Module 3: Liturgical Action & Supporting the Circle
Each training is from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET
Those seeking a Core Training certificate must attend all three modules (not necessarily in order or in a certain location) and present at leastone Godly Play lesson to peers in the safe and supportive environment of VTS's dedicated Godly Play room. See the Godly Play Website for more info/opportunities.
All of our trainings take place on site at Virginia Theological Seminary . Learn more about visiting campus.
Lunch from Panera Bread will be provided by Lifelong Learning as part of your registration.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Dive into the transformative world of Godly Play, an innovative approach to spiritual education for children created by the Rev. Dr. Jerome Berryman. Led by experienced trainers Rosemary Beales and Lynn Dunn, participants will gain the skills and confidence to share Godly Play lessons with children in their communities. Godly Play is more than storytelling, but story is at its center. “Wondering” together is a key element of Godly Play, which seeks not to impose meaning but to cultivate the curiosity and openness that allow children (and adults) to develop their own understanding.
MODULE 2
Module 2 focuses on children's spiritual development and how to effectively present parables in the Godly Play method.
This program is brought to you by the department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. Contact us ([email protected]) if the cost to participate is a barrier for you.
Questions? Email [email protected].
Learn on Your Own Time: Explore on-demand programs.
Stay in touch: Subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
The Rev. Dr. Rosemary Beales has been a practitioner in Godly Play since 1996 and an accredited trainer since 2000. After a career in journalism, she found a better story to tell when she discovered Godly Play. Through years of sitting in circles with children, she was led to Virginia Theological Seminary, where she graduated in 2005 and was ordained to the Episcopal priesthood. In 2012, she received a Doctor of Ministry degree from VTS, completing a thesis based on using Godly Play to encourage parents in their role as primary spiritual mentors (“Nurturing the Nurturers,” available at www.academia.edu). She was part of the team that revised and expanded the eight volumes of Complete Guide to Godly Play. Rosemary has served both in parishes and in school ministry, including 12 years as chaplain to grades JK-5 at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Va. Rosemary has retired from parish work, allowing her time to continue Godly Play training and also to relax a bit with her three grown children, seven grandchildren, and a growing assortment of friends.
Saturday, 10, 09.00 -
Saturday, 10, 16.30
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Please join us for the 2026 The Rt. Rev. John T. Walker Commemoration and Symposium 2026!
Commemoration of The Right Reverend John Thomas Walker
The African American Episcopal Historical Collection invites you to the Commemoration of the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington, at Virginia Theological Seminary on September 24, 2026. This annual observance will include a Commemorative Eucharist and the Walker Symposium, with this year’s theme focusing on the life and work of Black lay theologian Verna Dozier. Please mark your calendars—more details coming soon.
Symposium Theme: The Life and Work of Theologian, Verna Dozier
1 pm - Discussion Panel with Dozier's editor, Cynthia Shattuck, L.H.D., and the first Black female tenured professor of VTS, the Rev. Judy Fentress-Williams, Ph.D.
2 pm - Reception
3 pm - Keynote Address by the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, 27th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church
All Day in the Bishop Payne Library - Recording of the first lecture in Verna Dozier's series From Us to Me
5:15 pm at the Immanuel Chapel - Commemorative Eucharist, honoring the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington
Celebrating: The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry
Preaching: Dr. Donyella McCray
Thursday, 24, 13.00 -
Thursday, 24, 19.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Join us on campus this fall for three Commuter Core modules, either to become a certified facilitator or to learn more about Godly Play.
Lifelong Learning will host three Commuter Core modules for those preparing to become a certified Godly Play teacher/mentor and those who simply want to learn more about Godly Play. Use this registration page to sign up for all three modules, or just the first module. Find the registration page for the other two separate modules here on our program collection page.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 - Module 1: Sacred Space, Sacred Stories
Saturday, October 10, 2026 - Module 2: Spirituality of the Child & Parables
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - Module 3: Liturgical Action & Supporting the Circle
Each training is from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET
DISCOUNT AVAILABLE: Register for the Godly Play Training BUNDLE (includes registration for all three modules) and pay less.
Those seeking a Core Training certificate must attend all three modules (not necessarily in order or in a certain location) and present at leastone Godly Play lesson to peers in the safe and supportive environment of VTS's dedicated Godly Play room. See the Godly Play Website for more info/opportunities.
All of our trainings take place on site at Virginia Theological Seminary . Learn more about visiting campus.
Lunch from Panera Bread will be provided by Lifelong Learning as part of your registration.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Dive into the transformative world of Godly Play, an innovative approach to spiritual education for children created by the Rev. Dr. Jerome Berryman. Led by experienced trainers Rosemary Beales and Lynn Dunn, participants will gain the skills and confidence to share Godly Play lessons with children in their communities. Godly Play is more than storytelling, but story is at its center. “Wondering” together is a key element of Godly Play, which seeks not to impose meaning but to cultivate the curiosity and openness that allow children (and adults) to develop their own understanding.
MODULE 1
In Module 1, participants explore the core principles and practices of Godly Play, learn how to create sacred spaces for children, and immerse in the sacred stories of the Old and New Testaments.
MODULE 2
Module 2 focuses on children's spiritual development and how to effectively present parables in the Godly Play method.
MODULE 3
Participants will learn techniques for supporting the circle of children during sessions and focus on liturgical action lessons.
This program is brought to you by the department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary. Contact us ([email protected]) if the cost to participate is a barrier for you.
Questions? Email [email protected].
Learn on Your Own Time: Explore on-demand programs.
Stay in touch: Subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
The Rev. Dr. Rosemary Beales has been a practitioner in Godly Play since 1996 and an accredited trainer since 2000. After a career in journalism, she found a better story to tell when she discovered Godly Play. Through years of sitting in circles with children, she was led to Virginia Theological Seminary, where she graduated in 2005 and was ordained to the Episcopal priesthood. In 2012, she received a Doctor of Ministry degree from VTS, completing a thesis based on using Godly Play to encourage parents in their role as primary spiritual mentors (“Nurturing the Nurturers,” available at www.academia.edu). She was part of the team that revised and expanded the eight volumes of Complete Guide to Godly Play. Rosemary has served both in parishes and in school ministry, including 12 years as chaplain to grades JK-5 at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Va. Rosemary has retired from parish work, allowing her time to continue Godly Play training and also to relax a bit with her three grown children, seven grandchildren, and a growing assortment of friends.
Saturday, 12, 09.00 -
Saturday, 12, 16.30
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Tap in with Friendz Of Faith online for a powerful night of worship, laughter, vision, purpose, and real community!
Friends Of Faith Presents:
A Night Of Vision And Purpose
THIS IS NOT JUST A NIGHT OUT — IT’S AN EXPERIENCE.
Join us for an unforgettable evening where believers come together under one roof to laugh, pray, worship, dance, and flow in an open mic full of raw talent and real testimony—all while giving glory to God.
Expect powerful worship, loud laughter, real connection, and freedom in the room. This is where faith meets culture and community comes alive.
And yes… there will be food, music, vibes, and moments you’ll be talking about long after the night is over.
🎟️ Your $50 cover charge includes everything—entry, food, full experience, and exclusive merch you won’t get anywhere else.
No boring church energy. No awkward silence. Just life, joy, and the presence of God in a real way.
Bring your friends. Pull up ready. You don’t want to hear about it after—you want to say “I was there.”
spirit!
Saturday, 22, 17.00 -
Saturday, 22, 22.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
The Revive Worship Encounter is a powerful night of praise, worship, prayer, and divine encounter!
Join The Revive Worship Encounter!
Get ready for a powerful night of worship, prayer, and the Word designed to usher in spiritual renewal and divine encounter. This is not just an event; it is an uplifting, set-apart, in-person experience where believers, worshippers, and intercessors come together in unity to seek God's presence. Through spirit-led worship, prophetic orayer, and the Word, The Revive Worship Encounter is creating an atmosphere where hearts are revived, burdens are lifted, and lives are transformed.
Whether you are seeking clarity, healing, restoration, or a deeper connection with God, The Revive Worship Encounter is for you.
Come expectant. Come ready. Come open.
God is calling His people back to Him, and this is an invitation to encounter Him in a deeper experience. Ezekiel 37:5-6
"Will You not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You"?
Psalm 85:6
Don't miss out on this life-changing gathering—it is a call to revival!
Saturday, 25, 18.00 -
Saturday, 25, 22.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
COME JOIN US!
Gospel Discussions: Uplifting conversations centered on Christ.
Scripture Study: Deepen your understanding of His teachings.
Fellowship: Build lasting friendships.
Practical Living: Apply gospel principles in daily life.
Classes for Everyone: From primary children to adults—there’s a place for you!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Sunday, 05, 10.00 -
Sunday, 05, 11.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Join us in person to celebrate Oakland Baptist Church’s 135th Anniversary with a fun banquet and brunch!
Oakland Baptist Church 135th Anniversary Banquet & Brunch
Come join us for a fun and heartfelt celebration of 135 years at Oakland Baptist Church! This in-person event features a delightful banquet followed by a relaxing brunch, perfect for catching up with old friends and making new ones. Don’t miss out on great food, warm company, and memorable moments as we honor our church’s amazing journey together. See you there!
Sunday, 05, 10.00 - Sunday, 05, 11.00
Alexandria, VA
15.00
God is as concerned with Monday as He is with Sunday. A full-day intensive equipping believers to carry His power into the marketplace.
God is as concerned with your Monday as He is with your Sunday.
Joseph didn’t change the world from a pulpit. He changed it from a palace — inside a secular system, in a foreign economy, in the middle of a famine. God had positioned him on purpose, and the same is true for you. Your job, your business, your influence — that’s not a distraction from your calling. It is your assignment.
This is a full-day intensive for believers who are done separating their faith from their work. If you’ve ever sensed that God wants to move through you Monday through Friday — not just on Sunday — this day is for you.
Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
A framework for hearing God clearly in your everyday work. Not vague impressions — a practical grid for discerning His voice and moving in wisdom in real decisions, real deals, and real pressure. Language for your assignment. You’ll stop seeing your job as “just a paycheck” and start seeing the territory God has given you to steward and transform.
Faith to move when the numbers don’t add up. Learn how to walk by faith in uncertainty, lack, and famine seasons — and how kingdom people are meant to profit when everyone else is panicking.
A ready-to-use marketplace toolkit. In a hands-on workshop, you’ll get social media strategy, practical tools, and plug-and-play templates you can start using the very next day to build your platform, share your voice, and grow your influence.
Impartation, not just information. This isn’t a lecture hall. There’s dedicated worship, ministry, and activation time built into the day — you’ll leave stirred, strengthened, and sent.
A room full of like-minded marketplace leaders. Connect with entrepreneurs, professionals, and believers who are carrying the same fire into their fields.
Your day includes:
• “Here Come the Dreamers” — Dr. Malik Edwards
• “Your Job Is Your Assignment” — Ashley Turner
• “Walking by Faith” — Isaac & Shanay Howard
• “Profiting in Famine” — Lorraine Barnes
• Marketplace Toolkit: Social Media, Tools & Strategy — a hands-on workshop
• Live Q&A after every session, worship, and ministry time
Continental breakfast is included. Doors open at 8:30 AM; the day runs 9:00 AM–4:30 PM with a lunch break on your own.
Come ready to take notes, ask questions, and step into everything God has for you in the marketplace.
Hosted by The Surge Network at Relentless DC.
Sunday, 05, 10.00 - Sunday, 05, 11.00
Alexandria, VA
45.00
Experience a life-changing gathering designed to ignite your faith, deepen your prayer life, and empower you to walk in God’s purpose.
This year's conference theme, "The Transforming Power of Prayer," will bring together ministry leaders, visionaries, and faithful servants of God who are passionate about advancing His Kingdom, strengthening the Body of Christ, and equipping others for effective ministry.
Sunday, 05, 10.00 - Sunday, 05, 11.00
Alexandria, VA
80.00
