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Stories from the Diocese
Belonging Across Generations: Reflections from the Pathways Cohort
What would it take for congregations to become places where all ages truly belong? This question shaped a recent gathering of the Pathways to Prayer and Practice cohort.
Clergy Retreat Engages Emmaus Emotions for Resurrection Joy
More than 100 clergy from across the Diocese of Virginia gathered for three days at Shrine Mont for the Spring Clergy Retreat, a time of Sabbath rest, fellowship, and reconnecting with resurrection joy.
From Sitting to Belonging: Reimagining Children’s Participation in Worship
In a recent Pathways to Prayer and Practice workshop, the Rev. Katie Gooch invited participants to shift their perspective from focusing on what is missing to discovering what God has already placed within their communities.
News Releases
Forward Movement Survey on Bright Spots
The Rev. Dr. Christopher Corbin, in partnership with Forward Movement, is conducting a denomination-wide study on “bright spots” — communities where meaningful growth, vitality, and engagement are taking place. The study explores patterns of sustained in-person...
Alexandria Priest Chosen for “Innovating Beloved Communities” Cohort
The Rev. Colleen Schiefelbein, Priest-in-Charge at St. Martin de Porres in Alexandria, has been selected for the inaugural “Innovating Beloved Communities” Cohort at Episcopal Divinity School.
Youth Delegates at Annual Convention
Planners for the 232nd Annual Convention of the Diocese of Virginia (November 5-7, 2026, at the Fredericksburg Convention Center in Fredericksburg, VA) have set an ambitious goal of getting a youth delegate (not over 21 years old) from each of the 16 regions of the diocese.
Shrine Mont Camps Approaching Soon!
The summer is just around the corner which means that summer camps at Shrine Mont are, too! Parents and families, please register your children now if you haven’t already.
Upcoming Events
Leasing Church Space - A Free VEREP Webinar
Virginia Episcopal Real Estate Partners (VEREP) is proud to announce its release of new material to help congregations lease commercial space on their property. Join us for a webinar on May 13th, 2026 at 7PM to learn more and hear from the experts behind the work.
A Time to Build: Forming the Next Generation of Disciples
This summit will gather leaders who nurture the faith of children, youth, and families across our churches.
