Congregations and Affordable Housing
2024-10-29 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Central United Methodist Church, 4201 Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA, 22203, United States
Join the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy and Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners for an informative event focused on leveraging faith properties for housing initiatives. These workshops around the commonwealth will bring together pastors, lay leaders, and experienced professionals to share their insights and experiences on creating housing projects that serve the community.
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Watch Party: The Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
2024-11-02 10:00 - 12:30 | Grace Episcopal Church, Kilmarnock, 303 South Main Street, Kilmarnock, VA, 22482, United States
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2. This significant event marks a pivotal moment in our church’s leadership and mission, and we invite everyone to come together in fellowship to witness this historic occasion.
Let’s unite in prayer and support as we welcome our new Presiding Bishop, embracing the journey ahead!
All are Welcome! Please come to the Parish Hall called Grace House which will open at 10am. Refreshments will be available.

Watch Party: The Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
2024-11-02 10:30 - 12:30 | St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Richmond, 2901 Hanes Ave, Richmond, VA, 23222, United States
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2. This significant event marks a pivotal moment in our church’s leadership and mission, and we invite everyone to come together in fellowship to witness this historic occasion.
Let’s unite in prayer and support as we welcome our new Presiding Bishop, embracing the journey ahead!
You are invited to the St. Philip’s Watch Party for a Churchwide Celebration of New Ministry and Investiture of the Right Reverend Sean Rowe as Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church in the Ruth Little Parish Hall, Saturday, November 2nd starting at 10:30 a.m. Light Breakfast Provided.

Watch Party: The Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
2024-11-02 11:00 - 12:30 | Church of the Resurrection, 2800 Hope Way, Alexandria, VA, 22311, United States
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2. This significant event marks a pivotal moment in our church’s leadership and mission, and we invite everyone to come together in fellowship to witness this historic occasion.
Let’s unite in prayer and support as we welcome our new Presiding Bishop, embracing the journey ahead!
Parking? Yes
Snacks? Undoubtedly
Drinks? Bring your own, please

Introduction to Sacred Ground
2024-11-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
A 1-hour Zoom “Intro to Sacred Ground.” This is an opportunity for people who are thinking about committing to a Sacred Ground circle. An overview of the program will be given so that people can decide about participating. Previous years have proven that when an “Intro” session is offered it gives time for participants to share enthusiasm for the program and promote participation, and those who enrolled after attending the introductory session stayed with the program the entire 12 sessions.

World Mission Sunday
2025-03-02 08:00 - 17:00 | VA
On the last Sunday of Epiphany each year, The Episcopal Church recognizes World Mission Sunday. This is a perfect time to pray individually or as a congregation for world mission and lift up international partners. Click here for global mission prayer resources and a Liturgy for World Mission Sunday.
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Writing as Spiritual Practice: A Lenten Invitation
2025-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Experience a Lenten practice of “contemplative writing”—writing for no audience except you and God. Through weekly prompts, workshops, and invitations to write both in and outside of class, you will be invited to explore how words can become a pathway into prayer, making you more open and available to God’s love and work in your life.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice through writing, engage in prayerful reflection, and open themselves to God’s presence during the Lenten season. This program is ideal for those looking for a creative and introspective way to enrich their spiritual journey.
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Leading with Purpose: Navigating Church and Nonprofit Management
2025-03-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Online
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
In this 4-session, you’ll learn what it means to manage in a Not-For-Profit (NFP) organization. Whether you’re wondering about making a career change to do such meaningful work, how it differs from church management and leadership, or wanting to be a better church manager (e.g., parish administrator or clergy leader) or lay leader (e.g., senior warden), this training is a great opportunity to enhance your skills. You’ll get an inside look at how “the sausage is made,” both in terms of structure and detail, as well as an opportunity for discerning your call for Not-for-Profit management. It is inspiring work, but NFP management isn’t for the faint of heart!
COURSE OUTLINE:
Session I: What are our Professional and Community Contexts, and the Contexts of our Program Participants? We’ll share why we’re here, and why we’re interested in NFP/church management, and what YOU want to cover in this course, time-permitting! We’ll share our individual contexts as leaders, the NFPs we have experienced and know, and the community “participants” (clients) served and the populations represented. Finally, we’ll look at what a faith-based NFP looks like and what the differences are from a “secular” NFP and, culturally speaking, how a faith-based NFP differs from a church.
Session II: Presenting TWO NFP Models: What does NFP Management look like in terms of structure, staffing, geography, and the role of volunteers? We’ll discuss what church management look like, what the differences are with NFP’s, both faith-based and secular. We’ll discuss various NFP types, missions, staffing, and staffing configurations. We’ll also examine the challenges of hiring in NFPs particularly the challenge of matching position descriptions with skill sets, defining what you need, but looking for what you want.
Session III: Management Roles and Responsibilities in an NFP. We’ll look at how roles and responsibilities differ in the two models, in this case a faith-based model and a secular model. We’ll also talk about the oversight bodies and how they function or are supposed to function – not just the Board, but the Management Team, Committee Chairs and, in one model, a Partner Council – and how that is integrated structurally with a Board. Finally, we’ll discuss the budget process, including what a budget really is, and how it’s understood by different management players in an NFP, e.g., Finance v. Development.
Session IV: Organizational Oversight & Strategic Visioning/Planning in an NFP. We’ll draw distinctions between the visioning, the planning, and the implementation of the Plan. We’ll also go into some detail discussing process, players, roles, and the nature of the Plan’s content, e.g., how detailed or general should it be? We’ll even discuss the debate about whether making a Strategic Plan even makes sense! This is the debate about annual strategic goals vs. a longer plan, which came back to life in the Pandemic. Finally, we’ll try to wrap it up, discussing the view from the top (e.g. CEO and COO).
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
-Clergy and Lay Leaders seeking to enhance their understanding of nonprofit and church management and refine their leadership and organizational skills.
-Faith-Based Nonprofit Professionals navigating the complexities of mission-driven work.
Individuals Considering a Career Change into nonprofit management or exploring a vocational calling.
-Anyone Interested in Strategic Leadership within the context of nonprofits and faith communities.
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Social Change and Black Mysticism: Prophetic Voices of Thurman & Wilson
2025-04-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
This short course explores the interplay of Howard Thurman and August Wilson as prophetic voices. The course will focus on four Wilson plays, accompanied by examinations of Thurman’s spiritual foundation for social change. These August Wilson plays were chosen because in each there is a transforming power of transcendent forces.
Howard Thurman (1899-1981) was an author, philosopher, theologian and teacher who examined the spiritual dimensions of social change. His teachings helped to empower the great civil rights activists of the 20th century. Thurman never marched in demonstrations, nor did he speak at rallies, yet his articulated wisdom and intellectual heft gave spiritual strength to great leaders, each of whom cite the impact of his prophetic voice. Ever the shaman, his intellectual protégées included: Martin Luther King, James Farmer, Bayard Rustin, Vernon Jordan, Pauli Murray, Samuel DeWitt Procter, James Cone, Angela Davis, James Baldwin, and countless others.
Since the 1984 performances of his play, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom stunned Broadway audiences, August Wilson became the most important American playwright of the preceding 50 years, and then beyond. Although his celebrated life as a man of letters was brief (he died in 2005 at the age of 60), his decade-by-decade ten play cycle of 20th century Black America eclipsed the careers of other giants of the American theater, including: Edward Albee, Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller and Eugene O’Neill. Wilson never limited the spiritual lives of his characters to traditional Christianity. In fact, he questioned how the enslaved could conceivably worship the same God as the enslaver. Thus, he reached back and called upon the ancient African myths, legends and traditions as his characters take their journey to liberation. This spiritual world he made transcended the here, the now, the merely pedestrian and mined the world of dreams, visions, and the joy of hope.
Course Outline:
April 4, 2024 – Gem of the Ocean (the 1900’s)
May 1, 2024 – Joe Turner’s Come and Gone (the 1910’s)
May 8, 2024 – The Piano Lesson (the 1930’s)
May 15, 2024 – King Hedley (the 1980’s)
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program is ideal for clergy, lay leaders, seminarians, educators, and anyone passionate about the intersection of spirituality, social justice, and the arts. Whether you are exploring Howard Thurman’s spiritual foundation for social change, delving into August Wilson’s transformative storytelling, or seeking inspiration from prophetic voices, this course offers profound insights. Perfect for those engaged in church leadership, theological study, cultural scholarship, or community activism, it fosters meaningful dialogue on the transcendent forces that shape liberation and hope.
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Staying in Conversation: Stewarding Community in Contentious Times
2025-05-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Online
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
In today’s increasingly polarized world, church leaders often find themselves at the crossroads of social, political, and cultural divides. This workshop is designed to equip church leaders with practical tools and strategies to foster open, respectful conversations within their faith communities. Participants will learn to create intentional spaces for dialogue, navigate difficult topics with grace, and promote a culture of understanding and empathy. The workshop will also explore how the church can be a sanctuary for deep listening, encouraging participants to recommit to their call as people of faith to be in community. Additionally, the workshop will emphasize the importance of personal reflection and provide techniques to integrate healthy discourse practices into everyday conversations.
Key Takeaways:
-Learn effective communication techniques to facilitate open and respectful conversations.
-Develop strategies to manage and bridge social, political, and cultural divides.
-Gain insights into creating a supportive environment for difficult discussions
-Reflect on personal communication styles and practices to enhance dialogue.
-Understand how the church can serve as a space for deep listening and community building.
-Apply newly acquired skills to real-life scenarios within your faith community.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
-Clergy and lay leaders seeking to foster unity in their communities.
-Faith formation leaders and educators navigating divisive issues.
-Anyone committed to promoting empathy, understanding, and reconciliation within the church.
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Association of Visual Artists of the Diocese of Virginia Meetings
2025-05-10 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-09 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Shrine Mont Conference and Retreat Center, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
The Association of Visual Artists of the Diocese of Virginia will meet at Roslyn on the second Saturday of each month on the picnic pavilion from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm through October, to make art together, share ideas and resources, and support one another.

Sea & Soul Retreat: Spiritual Encounter with the World of Water
2025-05-23 - 2025-05-26 | Chincoteague Bay Field Station, 34001 Mill Dam Rd, Wallops Island, 23337, United States
$600 per person; $1,100 per couple. $300 due by April 15. Scholarships available.
Cost Includes:

Comfortable dorm-style lodging
All meals
Immersive Excursions with Marine Educators
Prayers and Dicsussion
Fun and new Friends

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Hope in the Wilderness: A Day of Reflection
2025-06-01 10:00 - 15:00 | St. David’s Episcopal, Aylett, 11291 West River Road, Aylett, VA, 23009, United States
Drawing from her rich pastoral and personal experience, Bishop Susan Goff will lead us through a time of prayer, worship, and reflection, focusing on the intersection between Hope and Lamentation, Hope and Intercession, and Hope and Praise. For lunch, a Soup & Salad Bar will be offered. Coffee and Tea will be available throughout the day.
Please RSVP by leaving a message: 804-499-5940
St. David’s Episcopal Church – 11291 West River Road, Aylett, VA 23009
(Here is a link to our FB page: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HRdbxzMhr/ )

Triangle of Hope Youth Pilgrimage
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-06 | VA
The Triangle of Hope is an Anglican-led effort to form covenantal community between the dioceses of Liverpool (England), Kumasi (Ghana), and Virginia dedicated to transforming the long history, ongoing effects and continuing presence of slavery in our world through repentance, reconciliation and mission. Each one of our Dioceses was directly involved in the dreadful Slave Triangle. We remember and acknowledge with sorrow that human beings were captured and enslaved for financial gain with no regard for their dignity and humanity. We view this history with great pain and in penitence before God, the God who wills in Christ to bring freedom and justice for all.
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John Philip Newell at Roslyn Retreat Center
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-16 | Roslyn Retreat Center, 8727 River Road, Richmond, VA, 23229, United States
In 2022 John Philip Newell began a second series of annual retreats to address the deep spiritual yearnings of this moment in time and to help give birth to new beginnings in our lives and world.
The Great Search 2 is the second of a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for awareness, the search for spiritual and physical wellness, and the search for love.
This retreat will include a special evening dialogue between John Philip Newell and Diana Butler Bass, included for all retreat participants. The two authors will engage in a lively and hopeful conversation about the themes of The Great Search. Known for their spiritual depth, as well as their insightful teaching, Diana and John Philip are delighted to be in conversation together.
The Great Search 2 can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 1 and The Great Search 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country or online.
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Deep Dive: Countering Christian Nationalism for Formation Leaders
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
A two part Zoom series hosted by Province 3: time for learning on the topic of understanding and countering Christian Nationalism.
January 28, 7:00 – 8:00 pm, will feature Pamela Cooper-White, author of The Psychology of Christian Nationalism: Why People are Drawn in and How to Talk across the Divide.
February 11, 7:00 – 8:00 pm, will feature Rev. Jenny Williams, American Civil Liberties Union and West Virginia Faith Organizer committed to queer justice and anti-racism work.

Migration with Dignity
2026-02-08 | VA
The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia will recognize Migration with Dignity on Sunday, February 8, announced Bishop E. Mark Stevenson. This is an opportunity to learn about and teach about Migration with Dignity principles which address the challenges of global migration in a new way while aligning with the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international laws and agreements.
At the 81st General Convention in June 2024, the Episcopal Church adopted a resolution calling for Migration with Dignity.
All congregations are encouraged to celebrate Migration with Dignity and to advance the vital work of justice in our communities every day. Resources are available in the toolkit.
“Our commitment to Migration with Dignity is a living expression of our baptismal covenant to strive for justice and peace among all people,” Bishop Stevenson said. “As we observe Migration with Dignity Sunday on February 8 in the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia, we are reminded that to welcome the stranger is to welcome Christ himself. More than simply providing resources, this observance is an expression of our unwavering commitment to the systemic work of advocacy, and to championing the protections and inherent rights that reflect the divine worth of every human being.”
“As Episcopalians, we are called upon to affirm Migration with Dignity as a framework to guide ministry with migrants,” the resolution reads in part, “making urgent efforts to support arriving migrants’ immediate needs for shelter, food, clothing, legal assistance, work permits, healthcare, transportation…We are also urged to advocate for Migration with Dignity to local, state, national, and international governing bodies, exhorting them to enforce existing laws and policies that uphold these principles and to enact new laws and policies guaranteeing migrants welcome, protection, and integration into our common human journey.”
Read the entire resolution here.

Walking With the Enslaved Pilgrimage
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-22 | VA
On behalf of the worshiping communities of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, you are invited to register for Walking with the Enslaved: A Pilgrimage toward Truth, Reconciliation, and Hope in Richmond.
Through this immersive, faith-based experience, participants engage with four centuries of Richmond’s racial history. On this journey, we confront the ways that white people distorted Christianity to justify colonization, slavery, and the construct of racial identity while recognizing the role that Christian faith played for African Americans to inspire resistance, hope, and liberation. By uncovering the truth of this history, we seek to inspire racial healing and equip communities to enact Jesus-centered justice in the future.
The pilgrimage occurs in two parts on separate, consecutive days:
Saturday, March 21st from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM: An experiential walking tour of historical sites, including lunch, that begins and ends at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (815 E. Grace Street). Participants stand and walk for extended periods during the site visits, covering two to three miles overall with a bus transporting participants between some of the sites.
Expect varying terrain and levels of difficulty, including dirt trails, cobblestones, and moderate inclines. Please inform us of any mobility concerns ahead of time.
Sunday, March 22nd from 1 PM – 3 PM: A facilitated group reflection at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church (2900 Hanes Ave.) from 1 PM to 3 PM.
The group reflection is integral to the pilgrimage experience. It is expected that anyone who signs up for the pilgrimage is committed to participating on both days.
Pilgrimage Fees & Support
The registration fee for the two-day pilgrimage is $35 per person. We offer scholarships so that cost is never a barrier to participation.
The true cost of offering this pilgrimage is closer to $100 per person. If you are able, we warmly welcome additional donations to help sustain the program and make participation possible for others.
Participation is limited to 35 people.
Details on preparation and logistics will be provided to participants one week before the pilgrimage.
For more information or to inquire about scholarships, please contact Dr. Glyn Hughes, Program Director.

A Journey to The Holy Land
2026-04-06 - 2026-04-17 | VA
You are invited to join other pilgrims as we walk in the footsteps of Jesus. Together, we will visit the places of his birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection. Our experienced personal guide Iyad Qumri will lead us in exploring ancient places, vibrant markets, and modern museums in a land that is suspended between East and West, past and present. For more information, please contact Sally K. Goss and Thomas Goss.
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Rejuvenate! A Yoga and Massage Weekend
2026-05-08 - 2026-05-10 | Shrine Mont Conference and Retreat Center, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Rejuvenate with a relaxing weekend of self care that includes mindful movement, meditation, and massage.* Our popular fall retreat now has a spring session, as well!
Our Hatha, Yin, & Restorative yoga is gentle and accessible to every body. Sessions include breathwork, yoga nidra, a deep dive workshop, and rich group conversation and connection. You’ll also have free time over the weekend to rest, read, or wander the woods.
Join us in the natural beauty and quiet of this mountain sanctuary for a very special Mother’s Day weekend. Shrine Mont is a step back to a slower-paced time, with clapboard houses, vast hiking trails, and homestyle southern cuisine. (Chefs can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free diets). All are welcome, with a special invitation to those celebrating Mother’s Day–send Mom on her own, Mom and a special guest, or bring the whole family! Teens 13 and over are welcome to take part in the retreat.
*The first 20 registrants will be treated to a free 20-minute massage or energy medicine treatment. Register early because space is limited.
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