Agnus Dei, The Lamb of God

Eric Gill

Winchester Cathedral, Epiphany Chapel, London

Old Donation Episcopal Church
Weekly Chimes E-News

Fourth Sunday of Easter

Good Shepherd Sunday

11 May 2025

Dear Old Donation friends and family,


From the pictures I've seen Creations & Libations and the Ministry Fair were fabulous events last weekend. Thanks to our folks that make things happen, and to all of you who attended and signed up to get involved!


Tonight we have our Vestry Commission Meetings, with supper starting at 6:00pm, followed by meetings 6:30pm for an hour. Did you attend the Ministry Fair on Sunday? You probably signed up for something and tonight is a great way to get acquainted with our different commissions, what we do, and how we do it! Don't be shy! We are ODEC!


Tomorrow we have Healing Worship at 10:00am, followed by Bible Study. Saturday Christian Formation is meeting at 10:00am in Salisbury - have a voice in our formation offerings that are being planned.


This weekend will be busy as our French NATO friends finally perform their play Thursday - Saturday! Don't be bothered by the extra cars - there is always room for everyone here.


Sunday is Good Shepherd Sunday and we will have a lamb! Our friend, Neeve, will bring Rocky the lamb and they will join us in the Gathering. Bring the children in your life and your neighbors. Rocky will attend Children's Chapel and hang out a bit after the services for photo ops.


Read up on all that is happening. Things are always busy here and you are part of that!


Blessings,


Gretchen Hood

Director of Administration & Communications

Daily

Vestry Commission Meetings

Tonight! 6:00pm Supper, 6:3opm Meetings

Ready to be involved? Come tonight to find out what your commission has planned.

Every Thursday

10:00am Healing worship followed by Bible study.

Ladies' Game Night

This Friday, 9 May 6:00pm in Alfriend House. Questions? Contact Patricia Cheshire.

Christian Formation Meeting

This Saturday, 10:00am in Salisbury

Good Shepherd Sunday

This Sunday is Day School Sunday and we welcome our Day School

friends. Loose offerings are designated for the Julia Tucker Fund, which goes to scholarships for Day School students.

JOY Dinner Group

Tuesday, 13 May 5:30pm

For details, contact Sue Wilson

Will Walker's Funeral

Saturday, 17 May 1:00pm in the Church. A reception will follow.

Help Needed!

Our Facilities Manager, Matthew Improta, recently had surgery and is unable to do physical labor for some time. We need periodic help with moving and setting up chairs and tables, taking trash cans to and from the curb, and other things. The times vary, and we are happy with any volunteer help we can get. Matthew will give you good direction. Please email Matthew, or text him 757-771-8744 if you'd like to be on the list of helpers.

Midday Munchers

Thursday, 22 May 12:30pm at No Frill Bar & Grill at Hilltop. Please RSVP to CJ Godoy NLT noon Wednesday, 21 May.

Chanco

Chanco registration for the 2025 camp season is open! Click HERE for full information. Questions? Click HERE.

Click for Your May Bell Ringer - please be sure to read up!

Flickr Photos
Check out our Flickr page to see thousands of photos of happenings here at ODEC. You might even see yourself!
Worship

8:00am Rite I Church

10:30am Rite II Church with St. Cecilia Choir

10:30am Gathering - with a lamb - and Gathering Band

5:00pm Paws, Prayers & Praise with Random Acts

Director of Administration: Gretchen Hood

Interim Rector: The Rev. Canon Suzeanne Silla

Associate Rector: The Rev. Jean Vinson

Parish Secretary: Janet Castro

4449 N. Witchduck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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