Shrine Mont Camps has a few newly opened Camp Nurse spots to be filled.
They are seeking nurses to serve:
July 4-11
July 21-28
Camp nurses are an essential part of Shrine Mont Camps' commitment to safety. Do you know an RN with a VA or compact state license? Click here for a downloadable flyer which includes a position description and compensation. Please encourage applicants to contact Paris Ball directly if interested.
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Lazarus Food Pantry Serves Neighbors through Resourceful Ingenuity
Since the Lazarus Food Pantry at Christ Church, Alexandria, first opened, it has evolved in many ways to meet the changing needs of the church’s neighbors. In early March of 2020, it became clear that their usual pantry, where guests came inside and self-selected the items they needed, was no longer viable. Because of safety concerns for guests and volunteers, they made the difficult decision to close their doors and refer guests instead to other food pantries in the community, not knowing when they would reopen. Read on
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Diocesan Day of Commitment: Regional Confirmations and Celebrations of Regathering |
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Saturday, September 18, 2021 | 10:30 a.m.
What: Services of Confirmation at the same time on the same day in four or five locations across the Diocese.
Why: As we emerge from the pandemic, many youth and adults are ready to be Confirmed or Received into The Episcopal Church, or to Reaffirm their baptismal vows. This day offers an opportunity for such candidates and others to gather together to make their vows and to celebrate their adult commitment.
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Richmond area – St. James’s, Richmond
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Northwest – Trinity, Upperville
- Northern Virginia – The Falls Church, Falls Church
- Charlottesville and west – St. Paul's, Ivy
- Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck – Pending according to need
Who: Services are open to candidates from all congregations. To find out more about registering and participating in the regional confirmation services, contact your clergy.
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Experience Sacred Ground Anti-Racism Curriculum
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The Ministry for Racial Justice and Healing of the Diocese of Virginia invites you to learn about the history of race and racism in America and the impact it has on our world today and engage in meaningful conversation through the Episcopal Church’s Sacred Ground curriculum.
For each session, participants will watch documentaries and read articles to help inform and enlighten them. They will then gather on Zoom for conversation to help them peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of the present day—all while grounded in our call to faith, hope, and love.
Join an online cohort with fellow Episcopalians from the Diocese of Virginia and explore this rich curriculum. Two tracks are being offered:
Tuesday afternoons, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Register
Meets for 10 sessions, June 15 through August 24
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Meets for 10 sessions, June 15 through August 24
*If these dates get filled, more sessions will be added depending on the number of people on the waiting list.
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Does Your Church Use Realm? |
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A new Realm User Group is coming together to create a community to help one another with issues specific to this database platform. Participants will have the opportunity to improve their understanding, share their insights, and expand their use of Realm through user-focused trainings. To start this effort, the Diocese is planning an online Realm User Group introductory meeting. If you’re interested in participating, please contact Bob Clarke [email protected] or Jenice Jones-Porter [email protected] of Saint George’s, Arlington. |
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Ordinations to the Transitional Diaconate |
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On June 12, Bishop Brooke-Davidson ordained Denise Bennett to the Sacred Order of Deacons at St. Andrew's, Richmond, and Bishop Goff ordained Rachel Bauer Eskite to the Sacred Order of Deacons at St. John's, Richmond.
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Attention Potential Lay Delegates to Convention — We need your Church’s Certificates of Election |
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In order to create well-represented Committees of Convention, we must have the Confirmed Communicants in Good Standing (CCGS)/Certificate of Election (COE) form for the November 11-13, 2021 Convention. This form was due on April 15, so if your church has not submitted this form yet, you may access the form here. Please send your completed form to Bill Martin. Thanks for your help!
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Ecumenical Guide to Care-Filled Worship in a Lingering Pandemic
As clergy and congregations make their best decisions about worship in this time of transition as we emerge from pandemic, this guide is an excellent resource filled with helpful information and suggestions.
Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 19 | St. Peter's, Richmond, and St. John's, Richmond
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. This year, St. Peter's and St. John's will celebrate together with worship and a March for Unity. Learn more and register.
TryTank Survey: COVID-19 Impact on the Episcopal Church
TryTank Experimental Lab launched a survey on June 4 to study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Episcopal Church. The survey is seeking to understand how clergy and churchgoers of the Episcopal Church in the United States have coped with the COVID-19 pandemic and to solicit their opinions about how this may affect the Church’s future. The survey and more information can be found online at www.EpiscopalPulse.org.
Upcoming Events at Shrine Mont
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July 17-20 | Summer Camp for Grown Ups Summer Camp for grownups provides a camp-style experience for folks who have “matured” a bit, yet still enjoy the recreation and reflection that Shrine Mont provides. A spiritual dynamic that is directed towards an adult audience will be combined with plenty of opportunity for fun and fellowship.
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July 23-25 | Writing Retreat Shrine Mont is the perfect setting to explore your gifts through writing and discussion. Participants will write on a variety of creative prompts and activities.
Upcoming at Virginia Theological Seminary
Wednesday evenings, 7:30 - 9 p.m., $150-$200
Now more than ever, small groups are a cornerstone of the church. In this workshop, we will explore what is a small group, the educational theory that informs how we build disciples through small groups, review strategies and tips for effective leadership of small groups, discuss the role of the community in supporting small group ministry and develop a curriculum for small group ministry within your context.
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