Cornelius Corps
Bridging Faith and Justice
Equipping people for a shared journey of Racial Justice/Reconciliation and Spiritual Formation.
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About Cornelius Corps
Our name is inspired by the Biblical story of Cornelius and Peter in the book of Acts (10:1 – 11:18). Through visions given by God, these two men were able to transcend boundaries of race, culture, and privilege by the power of the Holy Spirit.
We believe that God is still calling and empowering us to this journey of racial justice/reconciliation and spiritual formation.
Upcoming Events
MLK Jr.’s Unfinished Agenda Workshop
Offered online 7:00pm - 8:30pm Tuesday, February 18. Rev. Dr. Jim Melson, Executive Director of the Cornelius Corps, is the presenter. This workshop focuses on the final two years of Dr. King's life and ministry. Through a combination of worship, presentations, video clips and small group sharing, we will remember key events during the last two years of Dr. King's life and reflect on his challenge to confront the "giant triplets of evil" today. All persons interested in racial justice...
For Such a Time as This: The Legacy of 1964 for 2024
This workshop will be offered October 2024 by Zoom. Rev. Dr. Jim Melson, Executive Director of the Cornelius Corps, is the presenter. This 5 part online series is an overview of the 1964 Civil Rights Movement. All persons interested in racial justice issues are invited to participate. Tuesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 297:00-9:00pm EST Zoom meeting Suggested donation: $50, payable to Cornelius Corps, 10002 Locklies Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23060, or online at www.corneliuscorps.org . Your...
Workshops
Racial Justice / Reconciliation
Overview of the Ministry of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Modern Civil Rights Movement
Spiritual Formation
The practice of intentional openness to God both individually and in community in order to grow increasingly into the image and way of Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Weekly Reflections
Weekly Reflection: Resistance to Whitewashing History
February is Black History Month. It started in February 1926, 99 years ago this month, when Dr. Carter G....
Weekly Reflection: Distorting the Dream
It happened again. Dr. King's most famous speech, commonly known as "I Have a Dream," was co-opted in a way...
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For information on any aspect of The Cornelius Corps, please contact me. -Rev. Jim Melson
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Cornelius Corps
Rev. Jim Melson
10002 Locklies Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23060