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Stories from the Diocese
Exhibit Showcases Racial Justice at Intersection of Black Culture and Art
Recently, the Ministry for Racial Justice and Healing—supported by the Rev. David Curtis and Canon J. Lee Hill—curated space to contemplate the work of racial justice at the intersection of Black culture and art during Black History Month.
Sacred Milestone: Four Transitional Deacons Ordained
With faith and trust in God’s guidance, four people took the next step in their calling and became transitional deacons — an important step toward priesthood in The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia — on March 7 at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in McLean. The Rt....
Culpeper and Catlett: More New Partners in Christ
A “holy spark” led two churches named for St. Stephen to jointly search for a new clergy person who will split duties between them. Their collaboration is part of The Episcopal Church’s trend of geographic-based partnerships. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in...
News Releases
Shrine Mont Camps Approaching Soon!
The summer is just around the corner which means that summer camps at Shrine Mont are, too! Parents and families, please register your children now if you haven’t already.
Episcopal Diocese of Virginia Clergy Support Faith in Housing Bill
More than 145 faith leaders across Virginia are urging Governor Spanberger to sign the Faith in Housing Bill, which would allow congregations to build affordable housing on their property.
Announcing the Nature Nook at Shrine Mont
The Nature Nook, located in the lobby of the Virginia House at Shrine Mont, is a library of field guides, worship, and creation care resources.
Applications Are Open for the 2026 Certificate in Lifelong Christian Formation
Applications are now open for the 2026 Certificate in Lifelong Christian Formation, a collaborative program of Forma and Virginia Theological Seminary.
Upcoming Events
Racial Justice Training Workshop: “I Will, With God’s Help”
This workshop is for clergy, lay leaders, congregations, regions, and all who want to activate their racial justice heart. This workshop complements Healing from Internalized Oppression and Sacred Ground.
Spring Clergy Retreat 2026
The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) invites us to name the disorientation that can accompany ministry as we reconnect to and are redirected for the fire of the Resurrection joy.
Leasing Church Space - A Free VEREP Webinar
Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners (VEREP) is proud to announce its release of new material to help congregations lease commercial space on their property. Join us for a webinar on May 13th, 2026 at 7PM to learn more and hear from the experts behind the work.
