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Creation Care Fall Book Group
The Creation Care Committee, with co-leadership of Creation Justice Ministries, invites you to a fall book journey using theologian Sallie McFague’s “The Body of God.” McFague asks us to reconsider the traditional metaphors we use to understand God’s greatness.
Virginia Grows with The College for Congregational Development
Church leaders may feel like successful ministry depends on magic or the charismatic priest. Not so! The College for Congregational Development offers tools and resources for helping lay leaders and clergy grow churches to be more effective, faithful, and joyful.
VEREP Receives Two New Grants
Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners (VEREP) has received two new grants from Virginia Housing. The state agency has awarded $82,000 for a feasibility study for Iglesia de Santa Maria in Falls Church.
Registration for Shrine Mont Camps Reconciliation Process: Healing Phase
The reconciliation process for Shrine Mont Camps continues with the healing phase. Sessions are scheduled to begin September 6.
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services Celebrates 170th Anniversary
Since its founding in 1855, it has endured world-changing events like the Civil War, two World Wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the rise of modern technology.
Response to the Court of Review Opinion in the Title IV Matter of the Rev. Dr. B. Cayce Ramey
On July 2, 2025, the Court of Review of The Episcopal Church announced its decision in a Title IV matter regarding the Rev’d Dr. B. Cayce Ramey. The majority (10) of the Court reversed the Order of the Diocese of Virginia Hearing Panel while a minority (6) concurred in part and dissented in part.
Notice of Court of Review Decision
On July 2, 2025, the Court of Review of The Episcopal Church announced its decision in a Title IV matter regarding the Rev’d Dr. B. Cayce Ramey. The majority (10) of the Court reversed the Order of the Diocese of Virginia Hearing Panel while a minority (6)...
Bishop and Standing Committee Seek Nominations to the Truth and Reparations Task Force
As we engage in the sacred work of acknowledging and addressing our history of complicity with chattel slavery and racial injustice, the Truth and Reparations Task Force will play a pivotal role in leading the diocese toward a future of repair, reconciliation, and healing.
Global Mission Conference Builds Relationships and Disciples
Representatives from more than 20 dioceses within The Episcopal Church, along with two dioceses of the Anglican Communion, gathered in San Pedro Sula, Honduras for the Global Mission Conference Missio 2025.
Holy Comforter Vienna Honored as a Sustainability Champion
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter in Vienna was named a Sustainability Champion of 2025 by the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions (FACS).
In the News
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...
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