News Room
News Releases
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.
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.
In the News
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