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Recap of the 230th Annual Convention
"The theme "LOVE JESUS. EMBODY JUSTICE. BE DISCIPLES" defined, shaped, and animated The 230th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia held Nov. 7-9, 2024, at the Convention Center in Fredericksburg. Thursday, November 7, 2024 A new feature of...
A Statement on the Election from Bishop Mark Stevenson
Emotion is running high this morning. Some are elated, some in despair. Depending on one’s close circle, there is either a sense that all is lost or that all has been reclaimed. Who is right and who is wrong is for history to decide.
Watch the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2.
Shrine Mont Camps Makes Steady Progress Toward 2025 Season
As preparations continue for the 2025 camp season, Shrine Mont Camps shares exciting updates on its search for new leadership and ways to engage with the community.
Psalms of Perseverance: A Journey Through Adversity
After more than four decades of service to the Church, Episcopal Bishop Susan E. Goff has released a memoir. The book, published by Bold Story Press, will be available on October 15 from Amazon in paperback and e-book.
Hispanic Ministry in Our Diocese: Early Leaders and Growth
The growth of Hispanic ministry in the Diocese of Virginia has been a remarkable journey, deeply tied to broader social and demographic shifts, particularly in Northern Virginia.
Bishop Stevenson Ordains Three New Priests
On September 28, Bishop E. Mark Stevenson ordained Jon Scarffe and Redmond Self to the Sacred Order of Priests at St. Anne’s, Reston. Two days later, Bishop Stevenson traveled to St. Joseph’s in Durham, North Carolina, to ordain Lachlan Hassman to the...
Clergy: Share Watch Party Details for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
Churches throughout The Episcopal Church are preparing to host watch parties for the Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe on November 2.
Diocese of Virginia Receives Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia has received a $1,248,768 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish the Pathways to Prayer and Practice Initiative. The program is funded through Lilly Endowment’s Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative, a...
Connecting in Ministry: A Clergy Formation Program
In the ever-evolving landscape of spiritual leadership, ongoing formation is crucial for those newly ordained or transitioning into new roles. To address this need, the diocesan Transitions and Vocations team developed, Connecting in Ministry.
In the News
Prayer Vigil Offers Sanctuary from Election Day Noise
With Election Day traffic bustling along Royal Avenue, Calvary Episcopal Church offered a sanctuary from the stress of the day with a prayer vigil. Read the Full Story
Lilly Grants Will Support Children’s Formation
Seven entities of the Episcopal Church have recently received a multimillion-dollar infusion of funding to help them better engage their youngest members in worship. Read the Full Story
Gleaners Make Sure Excess Food from Harrisonburg Farmers Market Doesn’t Go to Waste
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...
Deacon Theresa Lewallen Speaks at Poor People’s Campaign
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...
The Juneteenth History Lesson These Richmond Churches Taught
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....
Latino Episcopalians in the Spotlight with Gutiérrez Presiding Bishop Nomination
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...
Divine Intervention: Faith Communities Seek Ways to Create Affordable Housing
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, Charlottesville, Offers Free Weekly Lunches to the Community
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...
Vienna Church: Solar Initiative Will aid Carbon-Neutral Efforts
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