RCLI

RCLI RCLI is short for the Richmond Christian Leadership Initiative. We equip Christian leaders to help Richmond thrive.

The RCLI leadership program assembles an annual Class of people from across the Richmond, VA Christian community. Each Class member's personal leadership journey will be advanced by 1) exploring the issues of our Region from a Christian/Kingdom perspective and 2) connecting with other Christians from denominations and churches and who are similarly drawn to actively serve God in their communities, professions, and churches.

"I have lived in Richmond my entire life and RCLI has changed my heart and mind about this city like never before. My di...
05/27/2026

"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, ...
05/21/2026

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 ...
05/07/2026

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 ...
05/06/2026

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!

04/30/2026

Ruin your dinner!

04/29/2026

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

If you’ve been looking for something that actually helps you grow in your faith, grow as a leader, and learn more about ...
04/20/2026

If you’ve been looking for something that actually helps you grow in your faith, grow as a leader, and learn more about our region, this is it!

The RCLI Fellowship is a 9-month experience designed to form leaders who are grounded, connected, and ready to engage what’s happening in Richmond.

You’ll build meaningful relationships, wrestle with real issues in our city, and leave with a clearer sense of your calling and how to live it out.

Applications are open now! Don’t wait.
Apply NOW: RCLIweb.org/apply

Still have questions? Join us for our next Open House:

Needle’s Eye Ministries
2550 Gaskins Road, Ste. A
April 30 | 4–6 PM

What an incredible weekend learning about Immigration in Metro Richmond. Hosted at the inspiring Sacred Heart Center, we...
04/13/2026

What an incredible weekend learning about Immigration in Metro Richmond. Hosted at the inspiring Sacred Heart Center, we heard wisdom and stories from Will Cumbia (), (), and Bebe Tran (), and enjoyed a delicious, homemade Brazilian lunch. Thank you to everyone who made this weekend possible. We are so grateful for the diversity of our metro region and the organizations working to serve all newcomers. Wishing you could have been there? Join for this session next year! Apply for the Fellowship at RCLIweb.org/apply

There's still time! Join us tonight as we explore the role of the gospel and unity of the Church in the midst of a fract...
02/26/2026

There's still time! Join us tonight as we explore the role of the gospel and unity of the Church in the midst of a fractured society. How do we respond? What do we do with our deeply held differences? What does it really look like to find common ground in pursuit of the common good? Come talk about it with us! We'll have some light refreshments, great dialogue, and so many questions. See you there! RCLIweb.org/events
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/common-ground-for-the-common-good-tickets-1980555246056?aff=oddtdtcreator

We are thrilled to finally announce the panelists for Common Ground for the Common Good:✨ David M. Bailey✨ Vernon Gordon...
02/17/2026

We are thrilled to finally announce the panelists for Common Ground for the Common Good:

✨ David M. Bailey
✨ Vernon Gordon(The Life Church)
✨ Shanita Mickie (Young Life)

(Moderated by the incredible Vincent Ellis White, RCLI alum!) These are dynamite leaders shaping the Christian landscape of Richmond. They are trusted voices with deep networks, bold conviction, and lived experience navigating unity across difference.

You don't want to miss this conversation!

Register TODAY! RCLIweb.org/events
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/common-ground-for-the-common-good-tickets-1980555246056?aff=oddtdtcreator

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2550 Gaskins Rd Ste A
Henrico, VA
23238

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