The Rev. Joseph Sandiford Atwell (1831-1881) was the first documented Black clergyman ministering to St. Philip’s Church, Richmond, as well as the first Black man ordained a priest in the Diocese of Virginia. Born in Barbados, he was educated at Codrington College, an Anglican school in Barbados.
Many church members are adapting to big changes because they work for the federal government, are affected by immigration enforcement measures, or are concerned that services they rely on may change. Clergy and lay leaders are working together to provide support in wonderful ways.
The camping ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia has been gathering young people for camp at Shrine Mont for over sixty years. Shrine Mont Camps is the overarching name for a collection of individual camp programs, each one distinguished by unique names, focus activities, and different age groups.
This full-time position, approved at the 228th Annual Convention of our diocese, marks a significant milestone as Bishop Bourlakas becomes the twelfth Assistant Bishop in our history.
This vital role will continue to fortify our collective commitment of supporting congregations, diocesan organizations, and parishioners in their journeys to be disciples.
The Right Reverend E. Mark Stevenson has called Mr. Tyler Henderson to serve as the Pathways to Prayer and Practice Grant Director, managing the five-year ministry project to create and evaluate innovative approaches to incorporating children into worship in meaningful and authentic ways. Tyler will begin his ministry on February 24, 2025.
Love God, Love God’s World is a nine-session, film-based curriculum designed for Episcopalians at any stage of engagement with creation care and environmental ministry – from those taking their first steps to experienced leaders seeking a transformative small-group experience.
The Ministry for Racial Justice and Healing convened a dynamic gathering of new and returning members on February 3, 2025, at Grace Church, Casanova, marking a significant stride in its ongoing pursuit of racial justice and healing.
Earlier today, it was reported that the Right Reverend John Perumbalath resigned his position as Bishop of Liverpool (England). The Diocese of Virginia, along with the Diocese of Kumasi (Ghana), is blessed to be in a ministry partnership with the Diocese of Liverpool, and as such we readily add our prayers to those being offered by our friends and colleagues as we lift up all involved to the grace, peace, and mercy of the One who loves us all.
In collaboration with children’s, family, and youth ministers across the diocese, two diocesan youth retreats have been scheduled for 2025. Both retreats will take place at Shrine Mont.
Every week, Vicki Gaines and Tara Eckenroad go through the farmers market on Saturdays just as it shuts down at 4 p.m. They collect bags of produce that didn't sell and then donate it on behalf of the Society of St. Andrew, a Methodist organization. The food goes to...
Thousands of clergy, union members and activists rallied on behalf of the poor near the U.S. Capitol on Saturday (June 29), with faith leaders calling for lawmakers to embrace a slate of policies and for low-wealth Americans to make their voices heard in November as...
Several Richmond churches came together to host a community-wide Juneteenth celebration, celebrating the day Union soldiers made it to Galveston, Texas, announcing the end of the Civil War and declaring all enslaved people in the Confederate States were legally free....
Episcopal Bishop Daniel G.P. Gutiérrez, of the Diocese of Pennsylvania, is one of five nominees to succeed Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. The election, which is scheduled for June 26 during the General Convention, will see the House of Bishops choose a new presiding...
A lot of factors contribute to the cost of housing, but chief among them is that there just isn’t enough housing to go around. Demand is greater than supply, and it’s draining Virginians’ bank accounts. Faith organizations are trying to enter the market, offering to...
Christ Church has been serving the downtown Charlottesville area for over 30 years through the Christ Church Community Lunch. Church volunteers prepare and serve a nourishing meal every Tuesday to all who walk through their doors. More than just a meal, this ministry...
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, the leaders of Church of the Holy Comforter (Episcopal) in Vienna are advancing with plans to build a solar array on the site’s lower parking lot. Read the Full Story
