Lenten Series Schedule

Tuesdays from 7-8pm

February 20

We will learn about the mission and ministry of Becoming Beloved Community and the work of the Diocesan BBC Guiding team. As part of our discussion we will celebrate the ministry of Frederick Douglas and Absalom Jones.

February 27

The Rev. Nina Salmon will talk about the research for her doctoral thesis entitled "Paved with Good Intentions: The Road to Racial Unity in the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia".

The Rev. Preston Mitchell will share the findings of his Black in Appalachia work.

March 5

We will hear from Guiding Team members about the vast array of materials available to learn more about Becoming Beloved Community. Featured resources include Sacred Ground, Allyship Training, and StorySharing. Additional information will include speaker series, book studies and community outreach.

March 12

We are excited to welcome back to DioSWVA The Rev. Marisa Sifontes as she leads our session entitled "What Comes Next? The Path Towards Racial Justice". Marisa will walk us through helpful steps to keep us moving forward in our efforts to Become Beloved Community.

March 19

We will gather for a unique experience of Stations of the Cross from a Justice perspective as we virtually walk through places and events in our Diocese. The Rev. Anne Grizzle will lead us on this journey.