Sunday, October 18
From Ranching to Restoration: A Change of Heart for All Creation
Organized by The Ark of Compassion and National Capital Presbytery Earth Care Network, Fairlington Presbyterian Church, First United Presbyterian Church of Dale City, John Calvin Presbyterian Church
Date and time
Sunday | October 18 2026 | 11:45 am
Ends Sunday | October 18 2026 | 3:30 pm
About this event
What can a change of heart make possible, for animals, our communities, and the world we share?
Join Renee King-Sonnen, author and founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, as she shares her journey from cattle ranching to animal sanctuary work. Pastor Adam Bowling will join Renee in conversation about faith, compassion, and care for creation.
Come early for a complimentary vegan cookout and community potluck, supported by Beyond Meat, and enjoy food and fellowship before the program.
š½ļø 11:45 a.m.ā12:45 p.m.: Cookout and community potluck
š¬ 1:00ā2:30 p.m.: Conversation with Renee and Pastor Adam
š Book signing follows
Three participating congregations, the National Capital Presbytery Earth Care Network, and The Ark of Compassion are coming together for this gathering. People of all faiths and none are welcome.
Languages
English
Tags
Event type
Education
Social
Organizer
The Ark of Compassion
National Capital Presbytery Earth Care Network, Fairlington Presbyterian Church, First United Presbyterian Church of Dale City, John Calvin Presbyterian Church

