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Stories from the Diocese
Bishop Harris Ordains Three New Deacons at St. George’s, Arlington
On March 1, 2025, at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Arlington, Virginia, The Rt. Rev. Gayle E. Harris ordained Kara Laughlin, Kris Rose, and Joy Warburton to the Sacred Order of Deacons. Bishop Harris presided over the service, and the sermon was given by the Rev. Dr. Judy Fentress-Williams.
Historic Parish Enhances Accessibility with New Pew Configuration
In the interest of becoming a more welcoming and inclusive Parish, St. James’ (Leesburg) has recently completed a pew reconfiguration project to improve accessibility for all who enter their doors.
An Interview with Jeopardy! Three-Day Champion the Rev. Kevin Laskowski
The Rev. Kevin Laskowski, a three-day champion on Jeopardy!, recently shared his inspiring journey of faith, intellect, and humanity during an interview with the Diocese of Virginia Comms Team.
News Releases
Renewing Our Commitment to the Work of Repair and Healing in the Diocese of Virginia: The Next Phase of the Truth and Reparations Task Force
With hearts full of joy and hope, we celebrate the remarkable work begun in 2022 by the Truth and Reparations Task Force. The passion, dedication, and focused work to initiate repair and healing has laid a strong and vital foundation for our journey toward realizing...
Special Scholarships for Students at the University of Virginia
St. Paul’s Memorial Church is home to The University Fellowship (TUF), the official Episcopal campus ministry for undergraduates at the University of Virginia. The University has entrusted St. Paul’s with selecting the recipients of a unique scholarship for Episcopal students.
Invitation to Grow: The College for Congregational Development
Would you like your church to be strong, resilient, and adaptive? Lay leaders and clergy, consider enrolling in the College for Congregational Development. Teams of lay and clergy together learn sustainable ways to be healthy and faithful in fulfilling their calling to be the Body of Christ in a particular place and time and among a particular people.
Emmanuel’s Table Receives $2,500 Grant from Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative
Emmanuel’s Table, the food ministry of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Woodstock, is pleased to announce it has received a $2,500 grant from the Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC). This generous funding will support the pantry’s ongoing efforts to provide nutritious food to individuals and families in need throughout the community.
Upcoming Events
Creation Care Committee Open House (Via Zoom)
Creation Care Committee Open House (Via Zoom)
We invite you to join us on March 18, 7 PM, to learn more about the Committee and consider offering your gifts toward these goals. Please share this invitation within your own congregation. Register by March 15 by emailing creationcare@episcopalvirginia.org with your na...
Episcopal Church Women Present “The Desert Shall Rejoice: Hope in Troubling Times”
Episcopal Church Women Present “The Desert Shall Rejoice: Hope in Troubling Times”
On Wednesday, March 19th, the Diocese of Virginia Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will host a diocese-wide Lenten Retreat with Bishop Susan Goff at Grace & Holy Trinity Church (GHTC). This gender inclusive retreat begins with a fellowship hour at 9:00 a.m. The full agenda ...
St. Paul's Richmond's Lenten Lunch Series
St. Paul's Richmond's Lenten Lunch Series
Fifty years ago, the Episcopal Church ordained its first female clergy. The 2025 Lenten Lunch and Speaker series celebrates this hallmark event. Each week, a female faith leader will talk about their experiences of serving as leaders in faith communities.
