A place of abundance

I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.–JOHN 10

With all that has happened in our country and in the world in recent years, it’s not surprising to feel pessimism and anxiety. On top of that, we have been through a challenging time at St. Stephen’s Church as we’ve moved through a transition in leadership.

And yet we have much to celebrate.

Our church is a place of welcome, comfort, grace, fellowship, and vitality. St. Stephen’s is community of abundance, not only in good times, but in challenging ones. Perhaps that’s why, even during a time when we could not be together in person, our church grew. People were drawn here by a sense that we are here for them, no matter what.

We are here for you, no matter what. St. Stephen’s Church is a village green, opening our doors— literally and figuratively—to everyone, as God opens his arms to all. We invite people to take part in any part of our community’s life, whether they are members or not, every day of the week.

This church is a new abbey, teaching and reimagining the spiritual treasures handed down to us by generations of spiritual mothers and fathers, to ensure that they are available to us in this century and for this generation, and for generations to come.

St. Stephen’s is a healing community, providing pastoral care, healing practices, and material support to those who are here, and to those in Richmond and around the world who need our help.

There are ways to serve this church community that challenge me intellectually. There are ways to serve this church community that and nurture my faith on a more emotional level. And there’s a way to serve this church community and the broader community through acts of service, with your hands. – Braxton Hill