RCLI

What an incredible night! 🌟 The second round of Common Ground for the Common Good was deep, intentional, and grounded in our understanding of love. HUGE thank you to our panelists, , , and . And, to my incredible co-host, , who prepared our hearts and challenged us to think deeper--THANK YOU! Finally, thank you to for the awesome photos! Can't wait to keep the conversation going--stayed tuned for "Episode 3"!

Missed the June 1 application deadline?

You're not too late!

While our priority deadline has passed, we're continuing to accept applications for the next RCLI Fellowship on a rolling basis until the class is full.

If you've been considering applying but just haven't gotten around to it yet, we'd still love to hear from you.

The Fellowship is a 9-month journey of spiritual formation, leadership development, and engagement with the people and places shaping metro Richmond.

Apply today! RCLIweb.org/apply

"I have lived in Richmond my entire life and RCLI has changed my heart and mind about this city like never before. My direction is yet to be fully determined but my heart is fully ready to serve this city. It truly is in God’s hands. " -2026 Fellow

Are you ready to challenge your perspective and your heart? Ready to be in deep community with like-minded people who love Jesus and love Richmond? Are you ready to finally have some direction and clarity around your calling?

DON'T WAIT! Apply to the RCLI Fellowship TODAY. Applications are due June 1.
www.RCLIweb.org/apply

Words can hardly describe the incredible closing and commissioning of the RCLI 2026 Class. Joyful, anointed, impactful, hopeful. These fellows expressed a deep sense of transformation and growth, in their faith, in their own leadership and direction, and in their love for metro Richmond. Congratulations, Class of 2026! To Him be the glory.

Incredible morning at the Annual Christian Prayer Breakfast! Powerful prayers for unity, healing and repentance…radical generosity of Mt. Gilead (and delicious breakfast!!)…and such an encouraging time to see and catch up with so many friends. Grateful to see so many RCLI alumni represented! 🙌 thank you for all your hard work and for being such incredible hosts! Already looking forward to next year.

If you're a leader in Richmond who is looking to connect your faith to the needs of your community, the RCLI Fellowship is FOR you. Over nine months, our fellows grow in spiritual formation, leadership development, and civic engagement. Through careful discernment, fellows develop a statement of personal calling and a plan for living that out faithfully. Want to learn more? Join us for our final virtual open house!
>>Thursday, May 7, 5-6pm
>>Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K05v1x0bQxaY-KFGgYabfQ

Applications due June 1!

Still thinking about the RCLI Fellowship?

Come check it out tomorrow at our Open House! You'll have a chance to meet some alumni and board members, learn about the program, ask questions, and eat snacks! There's no official program, so stop by anytime--no need to register. Hope to see you there!

RCLI at Needle’s Eye Ministries
2550 Gaskins Road A
Thursday, 4/30, 4–6 PM