Holy Land Pilgrimage 2026
You are invited to join other pilgrims as we walk in the footsteps of Jesus April 6-17, 2026.
Love Jesus. Embody justice. Be disciples.
Stories from the Diocese
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...
Three New Priests Ordained as Discipleship Celebrated
With deep joy, discipleship and leadership, three new priests — Jackson Davey, Bart Natoli, and Ted Renaud— became ordained Feb. 7 in the Diocese of Virginia.
News Releases
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.
St. Andrew’s Mt. Jackson Celebrates Eagle Scout
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Mt. Jackson is pleased to share exciting news from its congregation and the wider Shenandoah Valley community.
Quillyn S. has earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
St. Paul’s Memorial Church Seeking Episcopal Students for UVA Scholarships
St. Paul’s Memorial Church is home to The University Fellowship (TUF), the official Episcopal campus ministry for undergraduates at the University of Virginia.
Lament: A Truth and Reparations Reflection
There is so much beautiful work happening in our Diocese to fulfill our baptismal commitment to remake the world into the Beloved Community.
Upcoming Events
The John Shelby Spong Lenten Speaker Series & Lenten Lunches
Honoring the legacy, spirit, and witness of the Right Reverend John Shelby Spong, the Bishop Spong Speaker Series carries forward the vision of the historic “Lenten Lunches,” while offering a fresh and relevant twist.
Chrism Mass and Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows
Bishops and clergy will gather during Holy Week to celebrate the ancient tradition of the reaffirmation of vows. Bishop Stevenson invites all clergy to plan to attend, registering for one of the services held in five locations across the Diocese.
GEMN Missio 2026: Rooted in Christ & Dancing God's Dream
Registration is now open for Missio 2026, the global mission conference for the Episcopal Church, which will be held April 14-17, during the 2nd week after Easter, at St. Gregory of Nyssa Church in San Francisco, California.
