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Stories from the Diocese
“Ferociously Hopeful”: 3 Female Priests Ordained
Three new priests — Kara Laughlin, Kris Rose, and Joy Warburton— became ordained Sept. 20 at St. John’s Episcopal Church in McLean. Three times during the service, The Rt. Rev. Mark A. Bourlakas, Assistant Bishop of Virginia, intoned, “Fill her with grace and power...
Shrine Mont Celebrates Centennial in Spectacular Sunset Light
As the sun set on Shrine Mont’s centennial celebration, the old stone Shrine of the Transfiguration glowed so intensely that some of the 435 onlookers felt like they were watching a transfiguration in real time. “It was more than fortuitous that that those who...
Three New Transitional Deacons Ordained
Jackson Davey, Bartolo Natoli, and Theodore Renaud were ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Aug. 2 at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church. The Right Rev. Gayle E. Harris, Assistant Bishop of Virginia, presided over the ordination.
News Releases
2026 Registration for Shrine Mont Camps Opens November 1
Take the first step toward a fun and formative experience at Shrine Mont Camps in 2026! Check out the 2026 calendar and be ready to sign up on November 1 when registration opens. An “Early Bird” $30 discount is given to registrations made before January 31, 2026.
Sign Up to Be a 100% Voting Congregation
This fall, Virginia has important elections, as we choose our Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, along with all 100 seats in the House of Delegates, and many local offices.
St. Peter’s Arlington Launches Saturday Worship Service
In addition to Sunday worship, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Arlington now offers a service of Holy Eucharist with music Saturdays at 5pm. All are welcome at St. Peter’s, located at 4250 North Glebe Road, Arlington.
Refreshed Truth and Reparations Task Force Announced
The Rt. Rev’d E. Mark Stevenson and the Standing Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia are pleased to announce the appointment of the refreshed Truth and Reparations Task Force.
Upcoming Events
A Time to Build - 2025 High School Retreat
The High School Retreat is designed for current 9th -12th grade youth and their parish youth leaders as well as youth not currently connected to Episcopal parishes. The retreat will include a program, small groups, games, and time set aside to enjoy activities on the mo...
The 231st Annual Convention of The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia
The 231st Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia will take place at the Fredericksburg Convention Center November 6 - 8, 2025.
