One of the most powerful ministries in our common life together is the Shrine Mont summer camps program. Shrine Mont Camps have been, and will long continue to be, a holy place where lives are changed, disciples are formed, and leaders are raised up for life in the Church and beyond.
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.
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