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Clergy Conduct and Ministry for Racial Justice
The Title IV Hearing Panel of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia today released its decision that the Rev. Dr. B. Cayce Ramey violated his ordination vows and the Canons of The Episcopal Church and, as such, recommended that Dr. Ramey be deposed and thus “deprived of...
Wildfire Relief Grant Awarded from Episcopal Relief & Development
In March, over one hundred wildfires broke out in Shenandoah County, Page County, Shenandoah National Park and Valley, and Fort Valley as a result of downed power lines. The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia has received a grant for wildfire relief efforts from Episcopal...
An Update from the Creation Care Committee – Earth Day 2024
A New Resource from the Environmental Parish Ministry Conference The Creation Care Committee, led by Kristine Montamat and supported by more than a dozen community volunteers, co-hosted an Environmental Parish Ministry Conference at Virginia Theological Seminary on...
Update | The Reverend Canon Chanta Bhan
Dear Siblings in Christ in the Diocese of Virginia – The Reverend Canon Chanta Bhan, who began her ministry as Canon for Discipleship in the Diocese of Virginia in the autumn of 2023, is departing this position. After much good and prayer-supported conversation over...
An Update on the Wildfires in the Shenandoah and Fort Valleys
As of Wednesday afternoon there are wildfires affecting areas within our diocese, including Shenandoah County, Page County, Shenandoah National Park and Valley, and Fort Valley. The Very Rev. Kathleen Murray, Rector of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Mount Jackson...
New Archdeacon Appointed as Bishop Seeks to Grow Diaconate
The Rt. Rev’d E. Mark Stevenson says Frederico Garza will collaborate with Archdeacon Holly Hanback to shepherd and grow the number of deacons in The Diocese of Virginia. “With great joy and gratitude, I am excited to announce the appointment of The Rev. Frederico...
Bishop Harris Ordains Three New Deacons at St. Paul’s, Alexandria
On March 16, Bishop Harris ordained three new deacons at St. Paul's Alexandria. God willing, these deacons will become priests in the summer of 2024. Lachlan Hassman is a Senior at Duke Divinity. He will begin an Art History PhD Program at Duke in the Fall and serves...
The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia Launches Search for a Minister of Communications
The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia is seeking a talented and dynamic individual to serve as Minister of Communications. This vital role involves overseeing all aspects of communication within the diocese, ensuring effective messaging and engagement with clergy,...
New Work Group to Review Diocesan Constitution and Canons
Bishop E. Mark Stevenson has announced the appointment of a work group to conduct a review of the Constitution and Canons of the Diocese of Virginia. The review will include recommendations for: replacing gendered language throughout the document, and ensuring these...
Bishop Stevenson Announces Appointment of Diocesan Registrar and Historiographer
Bishop E. Mark Stevenson has announced the appointment of Nathan Madison as Registrar and Historiographer of the Diocese of Virginia. “Serving as Registrar and Historiographer of a Diocese that is more than 235 years old is no small feat,” said Bishop Stevenson....