Events
Financial Advisors Gathering
Come and join us on Thursday, May 2nd for lunch and some candid discussion. Working in the financial industry can be an incredible thing -- but it comes with some unique challenges, as well. This will be a time to sit together and share some of the high's and low's we've experienced through our careers, and offer some faithful encouragement to one another. Registration fee covers a boxed lunch and light refreshments. Feel free to invite your friends/colleagues.
influencHer Cohort Lunch
Please join us for influencHer Cohort Lunch at The Chapel in Scott's Addition 11:30-1pm. Doors open at 11:30 for professional networking and connecting. Program starts at 11:50. Vegan/Vegetarian options will be available.
We are delighted to welcome Chanel Green as our speaker! Founder of Liznel (created to empower women to embrace who they are and who they are becoming), Chanel is the epitome of a career woman turned business owner. Born and raised in Richmond, VA, Chanel is dedicated to helping others grow in their passion.
Spiritual Shots with Sara Kennedy & Alana Smith
Don't miss the next Spiritual Shots event, Thursday May 16th, where we'll dive into Collaborative Impact: how God brings people together and empowers them to use their unique talents. Alana Smith and Sara Kennedy, of Imago Dei Neighborhood School, will share their joint testimony of how God merged their stories and work lives for the better.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Creatives Cohort
Do you consider yourself to be a creative? Come join us on Monday, May 20th for a presentation and discussion on the Intersection of Faith & The Arts. This gathering is open to professionals, hobbyists, and all those in-between.
Real Estate Cohort
Join us for breakfast on Thursday, May 23rd from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. We'll snack on some breakfast, enjoy some mediocre coffee, and have a real conversation about what it's like to be a Christian in Real Estate. Christy Bacon of Keller Williams will be leading a conversation on Leaving A Legacy. Cost covers food and coffee, and we encourage you to invite your friends and colleagues!
Senior Healthcare Cohort
Senior Care is filled with incredible people who know how important it is to care for seniors with dignity, respect & genuine compassion. We hope to provide Christians in the industry the chance to build Christ-centered relationships, inspire each other & engage more faithfully in our work! Join us to talk about the possibilities!
Faith & Work Lunch (April)
Longtimers & newbies are welcome to join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community. Bring a colleague and stop by the Needle's Eye office on your lunch hour. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Christian Leadership Experience
Join us as we convene leaders from across RVA to hear Christian leaders share stories and experience of impact that help their companies and communities thrive.
Faith & Work Lunch (March)
Longtimers & newbies are welcome to join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community. Bring a colleague and stop by the Needle's Eye office on your lunch hour. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Second Half Cohort
Second Half is a cohort for retired men that meets regularly at different locations throughout the metro. Our goal is to seek a closer relationship with Jesus Christ and try to understand and follow his plan for the rest of our lives. Registration is not required and anyone is welcome. Learn more about our leaders and meeting times and locations.
Real Estate Cohort
As real estate professionals, you understand how helping others build legacy through property ownership is an expression of your faith. Let’s gather together to network and connect, talk about the specifics of faith as a real estate professional , and encourage each other to continue glorifying God and serving our clients to the best of our abilities.
We'll snack on some bagels, enjoy some mediocre coffee, and have a real conversation about what it's like to be a Christian in Real Estate. Discussion will be facilitated by Zach Fauver, Christy Bacon, Venus Bolton and Jess Houser - all Real Estate professionals who understand what it's like to balance the reality of making a living & keeping Christ at the forefront of what we do and how we do it. Cost covers food and coffee, and we encourage you to invite your friends and colleagues!
InfluencHer Galentine's
Welcome to our second InfluencHer Galentine’s event!
Come connect with professional Christian women from all industries and backgrounds. Leave inspired and encouraged to transform your work life and workplace with Jesus' love.
Our keynote speaker is Katie Rhodes with worship led by Jasmine Turner. We will also have a panel including Adranae Mena, Stacy Lopez, Colleen Carpinelli, and Tracey Portillo.
A light brunch and cash mimosa bar will be served! Stay for lunch at Common House to continue the sisterhood connections.
RSVP at time of registration.
The Spirit of Our Politics: An Evening with Michael Wear
Needle's Eye is partnering with For Richmond and RCLI to host an evening with author Michael Wear along with a much needed conversation on how Christians can faithfully navigate the divisive political climate in our homes, churches, and workplaces.
Faith & Work Lunch
Longtimers & newbies are welcome to join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community. Bring a colleague and stop by the Needle's Eye office on your lunch hour. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Spiritual Shots
Spiritual Shots is a casual speaker forum, table discussion and Q&A time to help you navigate your day-to-day work challenges in a Christ-like way. Food is provided, drinks are on you!
Financial Advisors Cohort
Join us for lunch on Thursday, January 18th from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., as Bob Fitch shares with us lessons learned from a long career in wealth management. We’ll share a meal, hear from Bob, and engage in discussion together about taking our faith to our work. A variety of boxed lunches included.
Faith & Work Lunch with Paul Brasler
Join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! Special guest speaker, Paul Brasler, will be expanding on his talk from Spiritual Shots focusing on mental health. Paul, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Providence Consulting & Education, L.L.C., has presented classes across the country on navigating mental health emergencies, working with high-risk clients, and cultivating resiliency. We believe Paul’s extensive experience and unique perspective on mental health and wellness can provide insight and tools on how to approach the holiday season in an authentic, meaningful way that allows us to have a positive impact on our faith and work.
This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community. Bring a colleague and stop by the Needle's Eye office on your lunch hour. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Spiritual Shots
Spiritual Shots is a casual speaker forum, table discussion and Q&A time to help you navigate your day-to-day work challenges in a Christ-like way. Food is provided, drinks are on you!
InfluencHer Cohort
Connect with like-minded Christian women, awaken your purposeful work, and equip you to be the light of Christ in your workplace! You can expect lots of time to mingle and connect, eat delicious food, and hear a powerful faith and work testimony from Cat Dillingham. Register now, space is limited!
Faith & Work Lunch
Longtimers & newbies are welcome to join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community. Bring a colleague and stop by the Needle's Eye office on your lunch hour. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Financial Advisors Cohort
Join us on October 19th over lunch as we hear from Michael Thaler of Equity Concepts talk about the importance of Generosity. We’ll have time to share a meal, hear from Michael, and engage in discussion together around our own approach to generosity and taking our faith to our work. Registration fee of $15 covers lunch. LEARN MORE
Faith & Work Lunch
Longtimers & newbies are welcome to join us for lunch at the Needle's Eye office! This is a great opportunity to get to know more people in the Needle's Eye community & add some encouragement to your workday.
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