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SUMMARY:Faith in Action: Witness for Haiti
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Prayer Service for Haiti at Virginia Theological Seminary on February 28 at 11:00. Please join us to pray for God’s guidance as the country faces intractable challenges. The service will be officiated by the Rev. Joseph Constant\, founder of Haiti Micah Project. The sermon\, Faith in Action: Witness for Haiti will be given by the Rev. Canon Chuck Robertson\, Senior Advisor to the Presiding Bishop and envoy to Haiti. A Haitian type lunch will be provided. At 1:00 Erlantz Hyppolite\, Executive Director\, Fonkoze/USA will speak about his organization that provides financial and other services to empower Haitians – primarily women – to lift their families out of poverty. \nPlease contact Karen Wires to make a RSVP by February 7. \nWe thank Virginia Theological Seminary who has generously supported this event by providing the venue and lunch.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/faith-action-haiti/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
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SUMMARY:PYE26 Registration Closes
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen housing changes the deadline for PYE Registration is now March 3. After March 3 we will no longer be able to make changes to your group’s registration numbers. \nGroup Registration: To register your youth for the event\, please send Patricia Cope-Levy the information found in this Wufoo form. \nAbout PYE\nMarch 20-22 at the Claggett Center \nAdamstown\, MD \nYouth from around Province III are invited to join together for a weekend filled with exciting activities\, new friends\, and retreat favorites. This event is for 6-12 grade students. Parents and adult leaders are also welcomed. \nNew Friends: Our leadership team is preparing to lead small group activities that build confidence\, encourage friendships\, and promote a deeper understanding of God’s hope & love. \nExploring a Theme: The entire weekend is designed to explore the topic chosen by our Youth Leadership Team Faith on the Road and to help all participants feel welcomed and included. Our Big Sessions will have ice breakers\, guest speakers\, youth testimonies\, and a live worship band. \nRetreat Favorites:  Enjoy Claggett’s many hiking trails\, camp activities and accommodations.  Plus favorites like the bonfire and s’mores\, glow games\, live music\, and late night cabin time. We hope you’ll join us this Spring! \nRegister Your Group Today!
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/pye26-closing/
CATEGORIES:Diocesan Events,Youth Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
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SUMMARY:Free Sacred Ground Online Series
DESCRIPTION:St. James’s Episcopal Church\, Becoming Beloved Community Ministry is excited to share that Sacred Ground is back with another FREE 11-part Zoom series starting on Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. \nAll subsequent classes will be at the same time\, but on Thursdays (March 18 through August 11). This year’s series will be facilitated by Pam Goggins and Joni Albrecht. \nSacred Ground is a film and readings-based dialogue on race\, grounded in faith. Built around a powerful curriculum that focuses on BIPOC American histories as they intersect with European American histories. \nParticipants are invited to peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of present day—grounded in our call to faith\, hope\, and love. \nRegister Online
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/sacred-ground-study/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260116T183911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T182343Z
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SUMMARY:A Lenten Retreat with the Rev. Sarah Kye Price\, PhD
DESCRIPTION:Gather in the Parish Hall for fellowship at 9am\nReflection by Rev. Price between 10 and 11 am\nEucharist from 11 am until noon followed by lunch and reflection opportunities with the Rev. Sarah Kye Price\, PhD \nMore Information
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/a-lenten-retreat-with-rev-sarah-kye-price-ph-d/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal\, Glen Allen\, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Episcopal Church Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260212T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T151952Z
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SUMMARY:The John Shelby Spong Lenten Speaker Series & Lenten Lunches
DESCRIPTION:Honoring the legacy\, spirit\, and witness of the Right Reverend John Shelby Spong—a fearless voice for a Christianity that is both intellectually rigorous and compassionately lived—the Bishop Spong Speaker Series carries forward the vision of the historic “Lenten Lunches\,” while offering a fresh and relevant twist. \nThis five-week series is designed to foster rich and meaningful dialogue around the themes that shaped Bishop Spong’s life and ministry and that remain deeply relevant today: biblical scholarship\, progressive Christian thought\, justice\, and equality. Each week will feature a dynamic speaker who will invite participants to think critically\, engage openly\, and reflect on what a vibrant and inclusive faith can mean in our time. \nWednesdays During Lent \n12:00pm – 12:45pm | Spong Lenten Speaker Series in the Church \n12:30pm – 1:30pm | Lunches for eat-in or take-out in the Parish House \n(Take-out lunches will not be held past 2:30pm) \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-lunches-2026/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal\, Richmond\, 815 E Grace St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260218T150924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T151245Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Dinner Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday evenings during Lent for a special Speaker Series on the topics of creation care and environmental justice. We will have guest speakers from around the Commonwealth who specialize in a variety of areas that shed light on the importance and faithful responsibility to do our part in taking care of our planet. We hope you will allow these special opportunities to nurture your soul as we all prepare to “Make Room for New Life” during the season of Lent. \n \nMore Information
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-dinner-speaker-series/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal\, Glen Allen\, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260218T173914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T173914Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Ground New Facilitators Support Webinar
DESCRIPTION:New Sacred Ground facilitators are invited and encouraged to join a small-group webinar to learn techniques and practices to help make your first group as successful as possible. Choose from two time slots\, or indicate your interest in a future session. \nRegister Online
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/sacred-ground-new-facilitators-support-webinar/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Diocesan Events,Racial Healing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260112T164858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191731Z
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SUMMARY:Ordination of Deacons (Transitional)
DESCRIPTION:God willing\, The Rt. Rev’d Gayle Elizabeth Harris\, Assistant Bishop of Virginia will ordain John Hager\, Joshua House\, Emily Rutledge and Paige Trivett to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church\, McLean\, Virginia. Livestream will be available on the parish website and YouTube. \nClergy who wish to vest and process should arrive by 9:30 a.m.; cassock and surplice preferred; the color of the day is Red. \nWatch the Livestream
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/ordination-of-deacons-2026-03-07/
LOCATION:St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church\, 1830 Kirby Rd.\, McLean\, VA\, 22101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ordinations and Celebrations of New Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260210T150210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182835Z
UID:10000352-1773057600-1773061200@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Prayer Service for Global Mission
DESCRIPTION:Please join (and invite you congregation to join) the next virtual prayer service for global mission on Monday\, March 9\, 2026 at 12:00 pm . This short service provides a contemplative space to remember and pray for each of our global mission partners. \nJoin the Zoom Service.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/prayer-global-mission-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Missions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260212T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T151952Z
UID:10000370-1773230400-1773235800@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:The John Shelby Spong Lenten Speaker Series & Lenten Lunches
DESCRIPTION:Honoring the legacy\, spirit\, and witness of the Right Reverend John Shelby Spong—a fearless voice for a Christianity that is both intellectually rigorous and compassionately lived—the Bishop Spong Speaker Series carries forward the vision of the historic “Lenten Lunches\,” while offering a fresh and relevant twist. \nThis five-week series is designed to foster rich and meaningful dialogue around the themes that shaped Bishop Spong’s life and ministry and that remain deeply relevant today: biblical scholarship\, progressive Christian thought\, justice\, and equality. Each week will feature a dynamic speaker who will invite participants to think critically\, engage openly\, and reflect on what a vibrant and inclusive faith can mean in our time. \nWednesdays During Lent \n12:00pm – 12:45pm | Spong Lenten Speaker Series in the Church \n12:30pm – 1:30pm | Lunches for eat-in or take-out in the Parish House \n(Take-out lunches will not be held past 2:30pm) \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-lunches-2026/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal\, Richmond\, 815 E Grace St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260218T150924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T151245Z
UID:10000375-1773250200-1773261000@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Dinner Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday evenings during Lent for a special Speaker Series on the topics of creation care and environmental justice. We will have guest speakers from around the Commonwealth who specialize in a variety of areas that shed light on the importance and faithful responsibility to do our part in taking care of our planet. We hope you will allow these special opportunities to nurture your soul as we all prepare to “Make Room for New Life” during the season of Lent. \n \nMore Information
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-dinner-speaker-series/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal\, Glen Allen\, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260223T182639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T172933Z
UID:10000380-1773480600-1773500400@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Racial Justice Training Workshop: "I Will with God’s Help"
DESCRIPTION:The Ministry for Racial Justice and Healing will host an “I Will\, With God’s Help\,” a racial justice training workshop for lay and ordained leaders in the Diocese of Virginia\, in the North Fairfax Region on March 14 at Holy Comforter\, 543 Beulah Road\, NE Vienna\, VA 22180 from 9:30am – 3:00pm. Lunch is provided. To register\, contact Tammy Lewis. \nAlso see the training on April 25\, 2026 at Trinity Episcopal Church\, Charlottesville.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/racial-justice-gods-help/
LOCATION:Church of the Holy Comforter\, Vienna\, 543 Beulah Rd\, Vienna\, 22180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Racial Healing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260224T163218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T163218Z
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SUMMARY:Alexandria Festival of the Book
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul’s is proud to host the Alexandria Festival of the Book on Saturday\, March 14. This one day book festival\, held in collaboration with Virginia Humanities\, will feature a morning session\, from 10-12:30 PM\, on the Revolutionary Era and an afternoon session\, from 1-4 PM\, focusing on the Gilded Age to the Jazz Age. \nAt 1 PM\, author Victoria Christopher Murray\, co-author of The Personal Librarian and The First Ladies\, and author of Harlem Rhapsody will be in attendance for a conversation with the Rev. Oran Warder on “Belle’s America”. \nIn addition to Victoria Christopher Murray\, featured authors and speakers include: Tim Rose\, George Washington and Alexandria: A Founding Friendship; Cassandra A. Good\, First Family: George Washington’s Heirs and the Making of America; Henry Wiencek\, Stan and Gus: Art\, Ardor and the Friendship That Built the Gilded Age; Donna Lucey: Sargent’s Women: Four Lives Behind the Canvas; Ricardo A. Herrera: Feeding Washington’s Army: Surviving the Valley Forge Winter of 1778. \nReserve Your Free Ticket
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/alexandria-festival-of-the-book/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, Alexandria\, 228 South Pitt Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260306T185853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T185853Z
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SUMMARY:Free Concert at St. George's: The Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg
DESCRIPTION:St. George’s Episcopal Church will offer a free concert on Sunday\, March 15\, 2026 at 3 pm\, featuring The Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg\, conducted by Artistic Director Joseph Eveler. The concert is free with donations accepted at the door. \nAt the March concert\, The Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg (CCF)\, will perform a range of choral works including “Big Yellow Tax” by Joni Mitchell\, “Fields of Gold” by Sting\, “I’ll Fly Away” by Albert Brumley\, and more. \nThe Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg (CCF) founded in 1989\, is a premier vocal ensemble of 34 volunteer singers dedicated to exceptional choral performance. Now in its 37th season\, CCF presents diverse repertoire—from a cappella works to chamber collaborations with orchestra—and enriches the Fredericksburg community through artistic excellence\, outreach\, and regional partnerships. \nKnown for its lush acoustics and welcoming atmosphere\, St. George’s offers a year-round concert series showcasing both local and nationally recognized artists. This performance promises an afternoon of “beautiful music in a beautiful space\,” continuing the church’s tradition of musical excellence. Admission is free\, with donations gratefully accepted at the door to support our music and ministry at St. George’s. \nSt. George’s Episcopal Church is a vibrant and inclusive spiritual community. “No matter who you are\, whom you love\, or where you’ve been\, there’s a place for you here\,” says the church’s leadership. With a commitment to service\, justice\, and peace\, St. George’s welcomes all to experience its diverse worship and music offerings. \nFor more information about the concert or the church’s music series\, please contact (540) 373-4133 or email music@stgeorgesepiscopal.net. Visit www.stgeorgesepiscopal.net/music/concerts to learn more.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/chamber-chorale-fredericksburg/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal\, Fredericksburg\, 905 Princess Anne Street\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music & Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260212T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T151952Z
UID:10000371-1773835200-1773840600@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:The John Shelby Spong Lenten Speaker Series & Lenten Lunches
DESCRIPTION:Honoring the legacy\, spirit\, and witness of the Right Reverend John Shelby Spong—a fearless voice for a Christianity that is both intellectually rigorous and compassionately lived—the Bishop Spong Speaker Series carries forward the vision of the historic “Lenten Lunches\,” while offering a fresh and relevant twist. \nThis five-week series is designed to foster rich and meaningful dialogue around the themes that shaped Bishop Spong’s life and ministry and that remain deeply relevant today: biblical scholarship\, progressive Christian thought\, justice\, and equality. Each week will feature a dynamic speaker who will invite participants to think critically\, engage openly\, and reflect on what a vibrant and inclusive faith can mean in our time. \nWednesdays During Lent \n12:00pm – 12:45pm | Spong Lenten Speaker Series in the Church \n12:30pm – 1:30pm | Lunches for eat-in or take-out in the Parish House \n(Take-out lunches will not be held past 2:30pm) \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-lunches-2026/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal\, Richmond\, 815 E Grace St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260218T150924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T151245Z
UID:10000376-1773855000-1773865800@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Dinner Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday evenings during Lent for a special Speaker Series on the topics of creation care and environmental justice. We will have guest speakers from around the Commonwealth who specialize in a variety of areas that shed light on the importance and faithful responsibility to do our part in taking care of our planet. We hope you will allow these special opportunities to nurture your soul as we all prepare to “Make Room for New Life” during the season of Lent. \n \nMore Information
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-dinner-speaker-series/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal\, Glen Allen\, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260302T184638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T184655Z
UID:10000384-1774051200-1774223999@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Walking With the Enslaved Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough 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. \nThe pilgrimage occurs in two parts on separate\, consecutive days:  \nSaturday\, 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. \nExpect varying terrain and levels of difficulty\, including dirt trails\, cobblestones\, and moderate inclines. Please inform us of any mobility concerns ahead of time. \nSunday\, 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. \nThe 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. \nPilgrimage Fees & Support\nThe registration fee for the two-day pilgrimage is $35 per person. We offer scholarships so that cost is never a barrier to participation. \nThe 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. \nParticipation is limited to 35 people. \nDetails on preparation and logistics will be provided to participants one week before the pilgrimage. \nFor more information or to inquire about scholarships\, please contact Dr. Glyn Hughes\, Program Director.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/walking-with-enslaved-2/
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T191500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260114T194402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T194402Z
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SUMMARY:Front Porch Forum Dinners
DESCRIPTION:Our community will be offering a full course dinner before the Richmond Forum events in 2026. Sylvia May\, a parishioner\, choir member\, and chef\, along with Father Brent have planned this community building idea for utilizing our proximity to Altria Theatre. \nThe four-course dinner will be in the Parish Hall on forum nights beginning on January 17th\, 2026. \nThe cost is $100 per person\, which will include parking\, drinks\, and the meal. If you do not need parking the cost is $80.  \nSeating will be limited to 35–40 people. \nMinistry groups wanting to raise money could work a night together and this is also a great way for any older youth to gain restaurant experience. \nGuests will arrive at GHTC after 5:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. \nRichmond Forum doors open at 7:00 p.m.\, so dinner will end by 7:15 p.m. \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/front-porch-forum-dinners/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church\, 8 N. Laurel St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 22320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260212T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T151952Z
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SUMMARY:The John Shelby Spong Lenten Speaker Series & Lenten Lunches
DESCRIPTION:Honoring the legacy\, spirit\, and witness of the Right Reverend John Shelby Spong—a fearless voice for a Christianity that is both intellectually rigorous and compassionately lived—the Bishop Spong Speaker Series carries forward the vision of the historic “Lenten Lunches\,” while offering a fresh and relevant twist. \nThis five-week series is designed to foster rich and meaningful dialogue around the themes that shaped Bishop Spong’s life and ministry and that remain deeply relevant today: biblical scholarship\, progressive Christian thought\, justice\, and equality. Each week will feature a dynamic speaker who will invite participants to think critically\, engage openly\, and reflect on what a vibrant and inclusive faith can mean in our time. \nWednesdays During Lent \n12:00pm – 12:45pm | Spong Lenten Speaker Series in the Church \n12:30pm – 1:30pm | Lunches for eat-in or take-out in the Parish House \n(Take-out lunches will not be held past 2:30pm) \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/lenten-lunches-2026/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal\, Richmond\, 815 E Grace St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260316T163440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T163440Z
UID:10000392-1774809000-1774812600@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Choral Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 29\, at 6:30 p.m.\, St. Paul’s Memorial Church will present a special choral worship service for Palm Sunday. The St. Paul’s Parish Choir\, joined by the choirs of Christ Church\, Charlottesville and St. Paul’s\, Ivy will offer Bob Chilcott’s complete St. John Passion. William Ferguson\, tenor\, will be the guest soloist\, serving in the role of the Evangelist\, narrating the story of Jesus’s trial and crucifixion. The choir and soloists are accompanied by organ and cello\, and there are several hymns for the choir and congregation within the hour-long work. The Gospel texts are paired with English poems from the thirteenth to seventeenth centuries expressing human responses to death\, to life\, and to humankind’s relationship with God and creation.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/palm-sunday-choral/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Memorial Church\, Charlottesville\, 1701 University Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events,Music & Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260306T160300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T160418Z
UID:10000389-1774951200-1774958400@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Chrism Mass and Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows
DESCRIPTION:Bishops and clergy will gather during Holy Week to celebrate the ancient tradition of the reaffirmation of vows. Bishop Stevenson invites all clergy to plan to attend\, registering for one of the services held in five locations across the Diocese (listed below). \nMarch 31\, 10:00am\n\n\nClergy are invited to vest. The color of the day is red.\n\n\nLunch will be provided. Please stay after the service for this time of fellowship with your colleagues in Christ.\n\n\nOil of Chrism\, as well as Oil for the Anointing of the Sick\, will be blessed and available for clergy to take back to their respective parishes.\n\n\nSt. John’s\, West Point\n916 Main Street\nWest Point\, VA 23181\n(804) 843-4594\nThe Rev. Theresa Brion\, Rector \nSt. Philip’s\, Richmond\n2900 Hanes Ave. Richmond\, VA 23222\n(804) 321-1266\nThe Rev. Marlene E. Forrest\, Rector \nGrace the Plains\n6507 Main Street\nThe Plains\, VA 20198\n(540) 253-5177\nThe Rev. Santiago Rodriguez\, Priest-in-Charge \nTrinity\, Charlottesville\n1118 Preston Ave\, Charlottesville\, VA 22903\n(434) 293-3157\nThe Rev. Cass Bailey\, Rector \nLa Iglesia de Santa Maria\, Falls Church\n7000 Arlington Blvd\, Falls Church\, VA 22042\n(703) 533–9220\nThe Rev. Roberto Orihuela\, Rector \n  \n 
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/chrism-mass-vows/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues
CATEGORIES:Diocesan Events,Ordinations and Celebrations of New Ministry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20251010T164409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T202915Z
UID:10000295-1775433600-1776470399@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:A Journey to The Holy Land
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDownload the Flyer \nDownload a Packet of Details
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/holy-land-2026/
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260210T150544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T150545Z
UID:10000353-1776124800-1776470399@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:GEMN Missio 2026: Rooted in Christ & Dancing God's Dream
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for Missio 2026\, the global mission conference for the Episcopal Church\, which will be held April 14-17\, during the 2nd week after Easter\, at St. Gregory of Nyssa Church in San Francisco\, California. Rooted in Christ & Dancing God’s Dream is the conference theme. This echoes the theme of the co-sponsoring Diocese of California and alludes to the dozens of saints pictured in the interior murals of St. Gregory’s Church\, which features dancing in its worship. Organized by the Global Episcopal Mission Network\, Missio is an opportunity to network and learn from one another about participating in God’s global mission. \nLearn more and register here
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/gemn-missio-2026/
LOCATION:Church of St. Gregory of Nyssa\, 500 De Haro St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Missions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260129T182801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T182859Z
UID:10000344-1776384000-1776643199@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Middle School Weekend
DESCRIPTION:“A Time to Build: My Spiritual Identity\, Faith\, & Friendships” \n-Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 \nFriday\, April 17 – Sunday\, April 19 \n\nArrive anytime between 6-7pm\, depart Sunday @ 11:00am\nPlease note that dinner is not provided on Friday evening!\n\nShrine Mont\, Orkney Springs\, VA \nEarly Bird Cost: $120.00 until February 27 for each participant (youth or adult) \nRegular Cost: $130.00 for each participant (youth or adult) \nRegistration ends April 6 \n\nCost includes lodging\, meals from Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast\, and t-shirt. Scholarships are available by contacting youthministries@episcopalvirginia.org.\n\nThe Middle School Weekend is designed for current 6th-8th grade youth in the Diocese of Virginia and their parish youth leaders\, as well as youth not currently connected to Episcopal parishes. \nCome meet other Middle School aged youth from around the Diocese of Virginia and spend a weekend at Shrine Mont! \nThe event will include a program around our theme\, small groups\, games\, worship\, fun\, and time set aside to enjoy activities on the mountain. \nAll youth participants from a parish must attend with at least one adult chaperone (at a 10 youth:1 adult ratio). If any youth would like to attend\, but are not affiliated with an Episcopal parish\, or there are no adult leaders able to attend from their parish\, please contact youthministries@episcopalvirginia.org. We will make sure that everybody has the opportunity to attend – all are welcome! \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/middle-school-weekend-2026/
LOCATION:Shrine Mont Conference and Retreat Center\, 217 Shrine Mont Circle\, Orkney Springs\, VA\, 22845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Ministries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260129T183356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T184235Z
UID:10000345-1776384000-1776643199@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:High School Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite high school aged students to attend the High School Leadership Summit at Shrine Mont. The dates are April 17th-19th 2026. High schoolers will hone their leadership skills as they connect with other youth from across the diocese. The program will include lessons on crucial aspects of leadership like communicating across differences\, confidence-building\, and combining every person’s unique gifts in a team. Attendees will engage in practical applications of these skills at the concurrent Middle School Summit\, where high schoolers will have the opportunity to facilitate sessions for middle school attendees. Cost for the weekend will be $130 per person\, financial aid is available upon request. \nRegister Online
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/high-school-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Shrine Mont Conference and Retreat Center\, 217 Shrine Mont Circle\, Orkney Springs\, VA\, 22845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Ministries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260211T000946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T001440Z
UID:10000354-1776384000-1776643199@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Fly Fishing Fundamentals- Beginners I
DESCRIPTION:Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing. The weekend course is designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event\, students will start with the basics of casting\, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing. \nRegister Online
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/fly-fishing-fundamentals-beginners-i/
LOCATION:Shrine Mont Conference and Retreat Center\, 217 Shrine Mont Circle\, Orkney Springs\, VA\, 22845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shrine Mont
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260302T184826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T184826Z
UID:10000385-1776470400-1776643199@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Walking With the Enslaved Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough 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. \nThe pilgrimage occurs in two parts on separate\, consecutive days:  \nSaturday\, April 18th 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. \nExpect varying terrain and levels of difficulty\, including dirt trails\, cobblestones\, and moderate inclines. Please inform us of any mobility concerns ahead of time. \nSunday\, April 19th from 1 PM – 3 PM:  A facilitated group reflection at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church (2900 Hanes Ave.) from 1 PM to 3 PM. \nThe 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. \nPilgrimage Fees & Support\nThe registration fee for the two-day pilgrimage is $35 per person. We offer scholarships so that cost is never a barrier to participation. \nThe 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. \nParticipation is limited to 35 people. \nDetails on preparation and logistics will be provided to participants one week before the pilgrimage. \nFor more information or to inquire about scholarships\, please contact Dr. Glyn Hughes\, Program Director\, ghughes@walkingwiththeenslaved.org
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/walking-with-enslaved-3/
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T191500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260114T194402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T194402Z
UID:10000336-1776531600-1776539700@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Front Porch Forum Dinners
DESCRIPTION:Our community will be offering a full course dinner before the Richmond Forum events in 2026. Sylvia May\, a parishioner\, choir member\, and chef\, along with Father Brent have planned this community building idea for utilizing our proximity to Altria Theatre. \nThe four-course dinner will be in the Parish Hall on forum nights beginning on January 17th\, 2026. \nThe cost is $100 per person\, which will include parking\, drinks\, and the meal. If you do not need parking the cost is $80.  \nSeating will be limited to 35–40 people. \nMinistry groups wanting to raise money could work a night together and this is also a great way for any older youth to gain restaurant experience. \nGuests will arrive at GHTC after 5:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. \nRichmond Forum doors open at 7:00 p.m.\, so dinner will end by 7:15 p.m. \nMore Information & Registration
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/front-porch-forum-dinners/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church\, 8 N. Laurel St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 22320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260303T185422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185422Z
UID:10000387-1776614400-1776621600@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Dancing Heart Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Dancing Heart Ensemble consists of Karen Johnson\, flute; Bryan Bourne\, trombone; Mariko Hiller\, piano\, and Manny Arciniega\, percussion. \nThis unique quartet will captivate you with original programs and arrangements for this non-traditional ensemble. \nOur April 19 concert “Music of the People” features folk-inspired music from around the world. The program includes Bartók’s peasant songs\, Balinese Gamelan inspired music\, a Piazolla tango\, arrangements of Japanese folk songs\, African American spirituals\, American folk music\, and more!\nJoin us for an enchanting journey around the world through music! ” \nat: St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church\n3241 Brush Drive\, Falls Church\, VA 22042 \nAdmission: Free (donation of $25 or more to partially defray costs is appreciated) \nWine & cheese reception follows the concert. \nMore Information \nFor questions/comments\, please email at Mariko Hiller.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/dancing-heart-ensemble/
LOCATION:St. Patrick’s Episcopal\, Falls Church\, 3241 Brush Drive\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Church Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000217
CREATED:20260403T185159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T185159Z
UID:10000396-1776967200-1776974400@episcopalvirginia.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of New Ministry: The Rev. Suzanne Findlen Hood
DESCRIPTION:Join the people of Trinity in Fredericksburg for a Celebration of New Ministry for their new rector\, the Rev. Suzanne Findlen Hood. The Very Rev. Joe Hensley will preside. The Rev. Kurt Unangst\, Rector for St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Cypress\, Texas\, will preach. All are invited to attend\, and a reception will follow the service.
URL:https://episcopalvirginia.org/event/new-ministry-suzanne-findlen-hood/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, Fredericksburg\, 825 College Avenue\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ordinations and Celebrations of New Ministry
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