Spiritual Life at VMRC
Strengthening Our Community Through Faith, Compassion and Hope
We nurture spiritual growth through opportunities for worship, Bible study, prayer and fellowship. Our Mennonite heritage guide us and the spiritual diversity of many faith traditions represented on our campus enriches us all.
Enriching Spiritual Life
Sunday Worship
10:00 a.m. in Strite Auditorium (2nd floor of Crestwood)
Live-streamed on internal channels
Each week our chaplains lead worship supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who provide hospitality and music. On most Sundays, guest speakers from a variety of Christian traditions share the message.
Vesper Services
Sunday afternoons in Detwiler Auditorium
These monthly afternoon services typically include the gifts of musicians and vocalists from around the area.
Bible Studies
Bible Studies are offered at various times, in numerous neighborhoods across campus.
Hilltop Reflections
Hilltop Reflections are contemplative gatherings on VMRC’s Farm at Willow Run. They are typically scheduled between May and October.
Prayer
Chaplains are always available to support residents with prayer either one-on-one or with others. Opportunities for gathered prayer include prayer groups and walks throughout campus.
The Prayer and Meditation Room is a dedicated space for residents, families and staff to use as needed.
Special Worship Services
Ash Wednesday
Good Friday
Easter
Faith Sharing
All Saints Memorial
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Communion is offered at various times throughout the year.
Our Pastoral Care Team: Cultivating Compassion, Integrity and Respect
The members of our pastoral care team serve from a deep commitment to the Christian Faith. At the same time, the chaplains are available to support the entire community, including short-term, Transitional Care patients, regardless of faith practice or background.
The team provides pastoral care and end-of-life and bereavement support.
CARMEN MILLER
Supportive Living Chaplain
carmenmiller@vmrc.org
540-564-3523
Carl Stauffer
Independent Living Chaplain
cstauffer@vmrc.org
540-437-4365
Ann Pettit
Administrative and Transitional
Care Chaplain
540-437-4369
apettit@vmrc.org
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Join Our Volunteer Team
Today, our volunteer team is one of the most robust in the Shenandoah Valley. More than 300 individuals actively volunteer in our program both here at VMRC and off-campus, through a variety of community partnerships.