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Remembrance Services in Warrenton and Williamsburg |
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WARRENTON
August 29
7:00pm
St. James' Episcopal Church
We will be hosting a Remembrance Service of prayer and music in the courtyard at St. James' Episcopal
Church on across the street from the recovery center on Culpeper Street.
Join us as we remember those whom we've lost to addiction and support families and friends who grieve.
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WILLIAMSBURG
August 31
7:00pm
Bruton Parish Churchyard
We will be hosting our annual Remembrance Service of prayer and music in the churchyard at Bruton Parish.
Join us as we remember those whom we've lost to addiction and support families and friends who grieve. Parking is available on Duke of Gloucester St.
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We invite those attending the services to bring flowers to put in the flower cross that will be available at the service. Attendees will also be able to say the name of their loved ones while the church bell tolls. |
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We are partnering with Bucktrout Funeral Home to create a tribute video to honor our loved ones who have died from fatal overdoses. We will release the video on August 31. If you would like your loved one to be included, please upload a picture of them to the following link by August 29.
If you have any questions or difficulty uploading your picture, please send an email to [email protected].
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Community Conversation with Dr. Bruce Perry
Wed., Sept. 1
7:00-8:00 p.m
The Path Foundation is hosting a virtual community conversation with Dr. Bruce Perry, co-author of the book What Happened to You? with Oprah Winfrey. Our earliest experiences shape our lives and behaviors. Instead of wondering what's wrong with us or others, this book asks us to consider what happened to us and provides scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand. For more information or to register, click below.
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High in Plain Sight - Town Hall
Williamsburg Lodge
Sept. 2
9:00 a.m. – Breakfast
9:30-11:00 – Presentation
11:00-12:00 – Call to Action/Hidden in Plain Sight Exhibit (optional)
SpiritWorks is partnering with the Historic Triangle Drug Prevention Coalition (HTDPC) to host a free virtual and in-person Town Hall Meeting addressing current alcohol, drug and concealment trends within the Greater Williamsburg area.
Retired Officer Jermaine Galloway, known as the “Tall Cop”, has more than 21 years’ experience in alcohol and drug education, enforcement and prevention. During his law enforcement career, he was a member of the DUI task force, a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) and a field-training officer. He is completing a scan of the greater Williamsburg area and will share the results to help plan the next steps for preventing misuse in our community.
Following the presentation, participants will be able to tour a mobile “Hidden in Plain Sight” exhibit designed to resemble a teenager’s bedroom containing more than 100 items, which may be indicative of dangerous or risky behavior.
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First Fridays Sept. 3 at 5:30 p.m.
In-Person and Livestreamed
First Fridays is live at Bruton Parish Church in Williamsburg tonight. It will also be live-streamed and can be viewed HERE.
This service offers prayers, readings, and music that focus on living faithfully through any kind of suffering, especially addiction, co-dependence, trauma, abuse, and loss. Join us in praying for those still struggling, mourning those we've lost, and celebrating with those experiencing recovery. Participants will have an opportunity to light candles and write prayer requests.
Please wear a mask. Parking is available on Duke of Gloucester St. during the service.
Everyone is welcome!
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Virtual Presentation: The Many Faces of Stigma:
the Hidden Burden of Substance Use Disorders, Addiction, and Recovery
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Presenter: Jan M. Brown
Wed. Sept. 8
2:30-5:00p.m.
SpiritWorks Executive Director, Jan M. Brown, will do a virtual presentation on the many faces of stigma to include the pervasiveness, the types, and the ways to overcome them.
The three main types of stigma that people are most familiar with include, self stigma, public stigma, and structural/institutional stigma. The other four are less known, however, they can be the most damaging, much like a cancer, because the experience of it erodes one’s soul. It is important to know and understand the different types of stigma so that they can be effectively addressed when witnessed or experienced.
To register and receive the Zoom link, please send an email to: Becky Boxx
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CAYA Run for Your Life
Saturday, Sept. 18
9:00am – 1:00pm
Verdun Adventure Bound
17044 Adventure Bound Trail
Rixeyville, VA US 22737
$30
(Price increases after September 3, 2021)
SpiritWorks is one of the race sponsors and will have a table at the event with resources and information. Join us as we run or walk, celebrate recovery, and raise money to support prevention and reduce stigma.
Participants will run or walk on a beautiful 5K Cross Country Course located at VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND, an outward-bound like youth retreat center located on fifty+ acres in Rixeyville, Virginia. Follow the SASQUATCH through the woods to the finish line. Following the race will be music at the ampitheatre, food, awards, and a special Message of Hope. Proceeds will assist the "Come As You Are" (CAYA) Coalition in supporting prevention programs and reduce the stigma of addiction in our community. Sorry no dogs! Gates Open 7:30 AM. Race Start Time 9:00 AM
The mission of the Come As You Are Coalition (CAYA) is to connect people who are impacted by addiction to support and treatment resources, and to collaborate with community organizations to support local prevention programs in Culpeper and Fauquier Counties.
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