January 22, 2020
The Wardens, Vestry, & Members of
Eastern Shore Chapel Episcopal Church
Virginia Beach, Virginia
 
invite you to
The Celebration of New Ministry
and Installation of
 
The Reverend Cameron Randle
as their forty-fifth Rector
 
By The Right Reverend James B. Magness
Bishop Diocesan Pro Tempore of Southern Virginia
 
Sunday, January 26, 2020
9:30 a.m.
 
Lunch served following the service
Clergy: Red stoles 
Consecration of the 11th Bishop of Southern Virginia is Feb. 1

The Ordination & Consecration of the 11th Bishop Of the Diocese of Southern Virginia will be held February 1 at 11:00 a.m., with the Most Reverend Michael Curry presiding. Service will be held at Williamsburg Community Chapel, 3899 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg.

ESC's own Music Director Martin Sunderland and members of the Parish Choir will be participating in the service as part of the massed choir. (Photo: Rehearsal for Consecration Choir at Christ & St. Luke's, Norfolk, led by Kevin Kwan)

The Consecration Service will be live streamed on the diocesan website and video will be available afterward for on-demand viewing. All are welcome and invited to attend the service. Tickets are not required. Ample parking is available at Williamsburg Community Chapel.
Adult Pilgrimage to Ireland & Scotland this summer

Join the Rev. Julia Messer for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to Ireland and Scotland this summer, June 25 to July 7. This pilgrimage will explore Celtic Christianity and social justice and is open to all adults ages 18 and up. A trip brochure that includes a full itinerary and registration form can be found here - simply enter group number 20038. If you are interested or have any questions please contact the Rev. Julia at [email protected] or 428-6763. Deposits are due by January 30, 2020.
Parish Book Store: Gifts for your Valentine

Surprise your valentine with a gift from the Parish Book Store. We have cards, gifts, and of course, books. For the younger set we have among our titles Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool, Guess How Much I Love You: A Book of Valentines, and The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine Love Bug. All of these books contain valentines and stickers to share.  For the older set pocket crosses or angel tokens that say “God loves you.” Come browse and find just the right gift.
Wednesday Dinner menus

Made with love and from scratch, join us for Wednesday Dinner 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. every Wednesday in the parish hall. You’ll enjoy an entrée, sides, soup, salad, bread, and fruit, all for only $6.00, or $3 for children. No reservations needed.

  • January 22 - Chicken Pot Pie, Tomato Soup, Salad, Fruit, Bread
  • January 29 - Whole Wheat Penne Pasta with Sausage, Peppers and Zucchini, Garlic Bread, Tuscan White Bean and Tomato Soup, Salad, Fruit, Bread
Christian Formation Schedule

Sunday School
  • January 26 – No Godly Play, no regular classes, no Children’s Chapel. Celebration of New Ministry at 9:30 a.m. in the church.
Upcoming at ESC

For the full calendar of events, visit our website .
 
Celebration of New Ministry - Jan. 26 at 9:30 a.m. Bishop Magness will be present to celebrate the new ministry of Eastern Shore Chapel and our rector, the Rev. Cameron Randle. Lunch will be served following the service.

WESC Soup & Bread Sale - Feb. 2. Purchase homemade soups and breads made by the Women of Eastern Shore Chapel at our annual fundraiser on Sunday, February 2. Come to the church kitchen between services or after the 10:15 service to pick your favorites. Soup choices will include Brunswick Stew, Chicken Corn Chowder, Tuscan Bean, Chicken Tortilla, and many more. If you are able to help make soup or bread for the sale, please contact Ellen Gallup at 757-481-5897 (h), 757-650-9655 (c), or [email protected] .

WESC Meeting - Feb. 2 at 11:30 a.m. The Women of Eastern Shore Chapel will meet Sunday, February 2 at 11:30 in the Parish Hall for a pot-luck lunch and program by a representative from U.S.O to learn about all that they do to support our troops. You may bring your salad, sandwiches or dessert plated and ready to serve to the kitchen before the 10:15 service. Coffee, tea and water are provided. Bring a friend. The group is open to women of all ages. Call Susan Buchanan (757-481-2595) if you have any questions.

Blood Drive - Feb. 20. Our next Blood Drive will be on Thursday, February 20 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. 

Adult Pilgrimage to Ireland & Scotland - June 25 to July 7. Join the Rev. Julia Messer for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to Ireland and Scotland this summer. This pilgrimage will explore Celtic Christianity and social justice and is open to all adults ages 18 and up. A trip brochure that includes a full itinerary and registration form can be found here - simply enter group number 20038. If you are interested or have any questions please contact the Rev. Julia at [email protected] or 428-6763. Deposits are due by January 30, 2020.

Ongoing opportunities

Peanut Group - Meets every Monday at 8 a.m. in the Parish Hall

Thursday Morning Daily Office - Thursdays, 7:30 am. Join us each Thursday morning at 7:30 in the narthex to relax in Daily Morning Prayer, Rite Two (page 75 BCP). It’s quiet and friendly; a great way to start the day for everyone. All are welcome. Casual and lay-led, all that’s required is that you be present. Spiritual exercise in the morning strengthens you for the whole day.

Centering Prayer - Thursdays, 5 to 6 p.m. An ongoing weekly meeting to practice and learn about centering prayer. The Rev. Gwynn Mudd serves as clergy advisor to the group. All are welco me. Please contact Christina Wyman at [email protected] if you need further information.
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