On Sunday, March 8 GC|RH will offer a liturgy of ecological lament. UVa religious studies professor Natasha Heller will give a presentation entitled "When Trees Weep for Us."

Professor Heller is a cultural historian of Chinese Buddhism with research interests spanning the premodern period (primarily 10th through 14th c.) and the contemporary era. Illusory Abiding: The Cultural Construction of the Chan Monk Zhongfeng Mingben, her first book, is a study of an eminent monk of the Yuan dynasty . Her second monograph, titled Literature for Little Bodhisattvas: Making Buddhist Families in Modern Taiwan was published in the Contemporary Buddhism series at the University of Hawai‘i Press in 2025, and is now out in paperback. She is now working on two books: a cultural and religious history of Alishan, Taiwan and a history of trees in Chinese Buddhism.

Mark your calendars for our next Sanctuary of Women gathering - ChakraDance with Kathleen Knaus! 

• When and where: 1-3:30pm, Saturday, March 7, in the Grace Church fellowship hall.

• How to prepare: Come dressed in comfortable clothes and shoes that allow free movement of your arms and legs and torso. Bring a water bottle if you want.

• What to expect: Kathleen Knaus, a former Chakradance facilitator, will offer this 60-minute well-being movement practice. Think of it as a form of meditation, one in which special music invites the authentic self (one’s soul) to step forward and move in response to the music she hears. 

• All bodies and abilities welcome!

On Saturday, March 7, 9:30am - noon at Grace Church | Red Hill, Joanna Currey will lead a Lenten poetry workshop centered on this year's theme for Lent: The Flesh Too Vulnerable, inspired by the Muriel Rukeyeser poem, "Who In One Lifetime."

If the idea of writing poetry makes you nervous, don’t worry! Joanna will lead the group through a series of prompts and exercises that anyone can participate in. Please bring a notebook and something to write with.

This event is geared toward adults with any level of writing experience, from the seasoned writer to the poetry-curious, with no obligation to share what you write. It's also free and open to the public, so invite your friends!

Joanna Currey is from Virginia. She studied English, Poetry Writing, and Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, and received her MFA in Poetry Writing from Vanderbilt University in Nashville. She works in ecological restoration with a focus on the native grasslands of the Piedmont region of Virginia, and is usually thinking about the next recipe she wants to cook.

GC|RH will offer an eco-spirituality service at the UVa Contemplative Commons, Alchemy Space (on the 4th floor). Parking can be found across the street in the Central Grounds parking garage. Everyone is welcome!

We’ll gather Sunday, February 8, following worship for our annual meeting. Childcare will be provided. All are encouraged to attend!

On Christmas Eve, GC|RH will celebrate Christmas with a candlelight service. 

On Sunday, December 14 GC|RH will stage the Christmas Pageant!

On Saturday, December 6, 9:30am - noon at Grace Church | Red Hill, Joanna Currey will lead an Advent poetry workshop centered on this year's theme for Advent: Waking in the Dark, inspired by the Robert Hayden poem, “Those Winter Sundays.”

If the idea of writing poetry makes you nervous, don’t worry! Joanna will lead the group through a series of prompts and exercises that anyone can participate in. Please bring a notebook and something to write with.

This event is geared toward adults with any level of writing experience, from the seasoned writer to the poetry-curious, with no obligation to share what you write. It's also free and open to the public, so invite your friends!

Joanna Currey is from Virginia. She studied English, Poetry Writing, and Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, and received her MFA in Poetry Writing from Vanderbilt University in Nashville. She works in ecological restoration with a focus on the native grasslands of the Piedmont region of Virginia, and is usually thinking about the next recipe she wants to try.

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

On Monday, October 6, at 8:00 pm, GC|RH will offer an eco-spirituality service at the UVa Chapel. Everyone is welcome!

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

The next Exploration of the Bible will meet on Tuesday, September 30th, at 6pm at Meredith Keppel's home. Please reach out to her to RSVP and for her address. We'll discuss Luke chapters nine through twenty-four.  All are invited and encouraged to participate! 

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am, GC|RH offers a time of contemplation at Good Shepherd Church, 960 Monacan Trail Road. Those who are new to contemplation and those who have a seasoned practice are welcome. For more information, contact Neal (neal@gracechurchredhill.org).

On Monday, September 22 (note date change), GC|RH will offer Church With the Forest at 5:30 pm. We will gather at the front steps of Good Shepherd Church | Hickory Hill and from there start a meditative walk into the woods. Happy Autumnal Equinox! 

Songtuary, led by Cleo Keller and Craig Green, is a welcoming weekly gathering of contemplayful singers. We meet at Good Shepherd Church on Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. Our musical repertoire draws on diverse forms and cultures. We sing deep and simple rounds, chants, and seasonal songs.  All songs are taught by ear, without sheet music or printed lyrics. All voices are welcome. It's fine to just show up for Songtuary, but please arrive in a timely fashion. We ask folks who can't make it by 4:15 to come another week. If you've questions about Songtuary contact Craig or Cleo by email: seedsofharmony@gmail.com.

Also, visit our website!

The Wonderground is a singing activism cohort that meets every Wednesday evening.

We welcome new participants. Join the Wonderground! Email Craig at seedsofharmony@gmail.com