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Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners Receives $225,000 Grant for Mission Real Estate Work
Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners (VEREP) has received a Mission Real Estate Development Grant of $225,000 from Trinity Church, a Parish in the city of New York. This grant program supports feasibility studies for construction or business projects suited to local markets that will generate income to support ministry.
2024: Year in Review
As we start 2025, this is a roundup of our feature stories from 2024. Each one represents our shared mission to love Jesus, embody justice, and be disciples. Celebrate and share these stories!
Join the Ministry of Shrine Mont Camps
In just a few, action packed weeks, camp staff will make life-long memories and friendships while acquiring essential life and professional skills; communication, leadership, empathy, teamwork, problem solving, listening, and resiliency top the list.
Make a Difference this Giving Tuesday: Donate to the Bishop’s Appeal
There’s a fundamental truth that gives us hope: together, we can do extraordinary things. Your gift to the Bishop’s Appeal is an opportunity for you to make a lasting difference and support the mission and ministry of the Diocese of Virginia in the communities we serve.
The Rev. Will Dickinson Called Diocesan Minister for Transition.
The Rev. Will Dickinson has been called as the diocesan Minister for Transition. He will begin this new role on December 1, 2024. The primary focus of Rev. Dickinson's ministry is to work with vestries and search committees to identify best practices, train...
Get Involved with Shrine Mont Camps!
Discover how God has uniquely equipped you to make a difference at Shrine Mont Camps. This two-minute Ministry Match Survey is designed to help you see how your skills, talents, and passions align with the needs of this transformative ministry.
Applications Are Open for the Young Adult Service Corps
The Young Adult Service Corps (YASC) is a ministry for Episcopalians ages 21-35 who are interested in exploring their faith by living and serving in communities around the world.
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.
In the News
Boar’s Head Festival Celebrates 62 Years at St. John’s in Youngstown
Sixty-two years ago, James Hummer of Boardman was in the first local performance of the Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival and on Sunday, he and others were able to see the latest presentation of the popular holiday event. For the 62nd year, the Boar’s Head Festival...
Remembering Herndon’s History: The Closet Thrift Shop Turns 50
The year 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of The Closet of the Greater Herndon Area. The Closet has occupied many spaces in Herndon over the course of decades. For these many years they have served our community in a devoted manner. Read the Full Story
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...