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Stories from the Diocese
Clergy Dig Deep into Joyful Resistance
Almost 150 Diocese of Virginia clergy got away in late April to pour themselves into sensory learning about joyful resistance and belonging—and do some dancing too. The annual clergy retreat was held at Shrine Mont, the bucolic diocesan conference center that just...
Meet Our Four Freshly Ordained Vocational Deacons
Cabell Jones, Florian Jones-Stamm, Judi Thomas, and Stephanie Shareck Werner were ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons by The Rt. Reverend E. Mark Stevenson, Bishop of Virginia. The service took place at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Goochland.
Solving Your Parish’s Sticky Issues: Try Congregational Vitality
For years, parishioners at Church of Our Saviour in Montpelier tried to come up with a mission statement. Nothing worked—until a recent vestry retreat, when they paid close attention to what they were passionate about, in a conversation guided by The Rev. Shirley Smith Graham, the Diocese of Virginia’s minister for congregational vitality.
News Releases
A Statement on the Decision to Withdraw from the US Refugee Resettlement Program
I am proud of the work that EMM and the Episcopal Church have done with the ministry of refugee resettlement, and I pray that a time will come when we can reenter this work. I also call on everyone to pray for those who are truly persecuted—for their very lives are on the line.
Formation Database in the Works
Canon Heidi Kim is creating a database with contact information of lay and clergy leaders of formation ministries in the diocese. Please complete the Google Form and forward it to others in your parish who are leading formation ministries.
The Rev. Canon Ricardo Sheppard Called as Canon for Discipleship
The Rev. Ricardo Sheppard has been called to serve the Diocese of Virginia as Canon for Discipleship. He will begin his new call on June 1, 2025.
Love One Another: 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Fellowship Day
For the first time, the Diocese of Virginia will host two fellowship days for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders to come together for a fun-filled day of formation and fellowship centered on the theme of Communion! The idea for the fellowship days came from Lauren Breeden, Director of Children and Family Ministries at The Falls Church Episcopal.
Upcoming Events
BIPOC Shrine Mont Retreat: Shades of Faith Journey
BIPOC Shrine Mont Retreat: Shades of Faith Journey
An ingathering of Black, Indegenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) from within the Diocese of Virginia, hosted by Trinity Church, Arlington. Parishes and individuals are warmly welcomed.
Virtual Prayer Service on Global Mission
Virtual Prayer Service on Global Mission
Save the date for the next diocesan virtual prayer service for global mission on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7:30 pm. This short service (approximately 30 minutes) provides a contemplative space to remember and pray for each of our global mission partners.
Shrine Mont Homecoming Weekend
Shrine Mont Homecoming Weekend
Shrine Mont is turning 100 years old this year! Come visit and celebrate with us during our Homecoming Weekend! We have lots of fun activities planned including a parade, ole time carnival, live music, and much more. Check out the weekend itinerary below with all the de...
