The worship program featured the photograph “Fullness of Life,” combining two symbols of Christian life, worship and service. Photo by Danny Bolin

Liturgical dancers accompanied the Psalm of Commissioning. Photo by Danny Bolin

Communion ware for the service was designed by Shirley Pewter Co. of Williamsburg to complement the set carried to the table, on loan from Augusta Stone Presbyterian Church. Photo by Danny Bolin

An estimated 8,000 worshipers gathered in the Richmond Coliseum for the opening service. Photo by David P. Young

Liturgical dancers, under the direction of Kathryn Sparks, brought color and movement to the celebration. Photo by David P. Young

The Rev. Susan R. Andrews prepares communion elements, provided in part by the Ladies of the Landing, Williamsburg, and South Plains Presbyterian Women. Photo by David P. Young

The opening worship service draws Presbyterians of all ages. Photo by David P. Young

The Rev. Curtis A. Kearns, director of the National Ministries Division, presented the national mission personnel for commissioning. Photo by David P. Young

A group from South Asian Fellowship Presbyterian and National Capital Presbytery, Herndon, Va., performed the Rasame Hina For The Bride in the exhibit hall. Photo by Danny Bolin

Newly-commissioned Young Adult Volunteers gathered at the Volunteers in the U.S. luncheon. Photo by David P Young