Henrico Faith and Fellowship: Nov. 9, 2026

Weekly news and notes from the Henrico faith community.

Discovery United Methodist Church

Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, will present a living nativity on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors can experience a revolving tour of the nativity, which will feature live animals. The event also will include Christmas music, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa.

The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church

The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church will celebrate its 117th anniversary Nov. 15 with services at 9 a.m. at its Creighton Campus, 4247 Creighton Road in Henrico, and at noon at its Belt Campus, 700 East Belt Boulevard in Richmond. The congregation describes the anniversary as an opportunity to honor its history and look ahead. Dr. Walter Malone Jr. will be the special guest preacher.

The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church will hold its Operation Harvest Community Thanksgiving food distribution Nov. 19 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Richmond Raceway, 600 East Laburnum Avenue. Supporters may donate through the church’s giving page by selecting Thanksgiving or contribute a gift card.

Congregation Or Atid

Congregation Or Atid, 10625 Patterson Avenue, will host a Rising Song Circle celebrating Rosh Hodesh Kislev with music and learning Nov. 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The congregation also lists a Gan Chesed garden cleanup Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon and a lay leaders prayer workshop Nov. 15 beginning at 2 p.m. Event details and registration information are available at oratid.org/upcoming-events.html.

West End Presbyterian Church

West End Presbyterian Church, 9008 Quioccasin Road, will hold a Christian Seasons Calendar art gallery opening Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. The exhibit will feature original artwork created for the congregation’s 2026–27 calendar, which traces the Christian story through Scripture and seasonal themes. The church plans to distribute the calendars during Advent. Details are available at wepc.org/christian-seasons-calendar/.

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