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Cursillo #167
September 26-29
Chanco on the James, Surry

Cursillo is a movement within the Episcopal church designed to help us grow closer to Jesus Christ. Cursillo is also a community where we’re encouraged to live joyfully and serve faithfully in grace. Participants begin by attending a Cursillo Weekend. The next weekend will be Sept. 26-29. Go to www.cursillodiosova.org to learn about Cursillo and an application form.

Leading for Discipleship: A Gathering for Leaders
September 30 - October 2
Wilmington, NC

Hosted by the Diocese of East Carolina and St. James Parish in Wilmington, NC. Leading for discipleship in Episcopal congregations can be challenging. It can feel lonely. With that in mind, we hope you will join us for a gathering of clergy and lay leaders, especially appropriate for those who have participated in the RenewalWorks process (a ministry of Forward Movement). We will come together for deeper learning about discipleship, as we support each other in the effort to build cultures of discipleship in Episcopal Church. Click here for details and registration. Registration closes Sept. 23.

Province III Youth Pilgrimage: Trail to Truth
October 11-14

Trail to Truth is an opportunity for youth to journey from DC to Philadelphia with other youth in the Episcopal Church while learning about racism and reconciliation in our country. Along the way we will visit historical sites, hear from leaders in the church and struggle against racism, and become a part of the Beloved Community, as we seek to increase racial understanding, healing, and reconciliation. The pilgrimage will cost only $50 per participant for the weekend of Oct 11-14. This includes 10 meals, lodging, and transportation by charter bus during the event, entrance fees and workshops, and any other regularly planned activities during the Pilgrimage.  If you or your youth are interested in attending this event, please contact Megan Dern at mdern@diosova.org or at 757-423-3393 no later than August 10. The number of seats for our province is limited to 6 seats and will be filled by first come first served.

Fall Clergy Conference
October 28-30
Chanco on the James

The Fall Clergy Conference will be held October 29 & 30 at Chanco on the James, with an optional Quiet Day on Monday, October 28. More information and registration coming soon.

Fall Camp at Shrine Mont
October 28-31
Shrine Mont, Orkney Springs, VA

The Tri-Diocesan Council on Aging sponsors this annual event. Keynote speaker will be author Philip Gulley. Gulley has written 21 books, including the Harmony series recounting life in the eccentric Quaker community of Harmony, Indiana. He also co-authored the progressive spirituality books If Grace is True and If God is Love. He also authored If the Church Were Christian, and The Evolution of Faith. Click here for more information and registration.

Happening #71
November 8-10, 2019
Chanco on the James

A weekend event for young adults in grades 10-12. Click here for details and registration. Click here for a Happening Staff application. Pre-Happening will be Oct. 26.

Safety For Faith-Based Organizations
November 9, 10 a.m. to noon
Trinity, South Boston

Often people view places of worship as safe zones and get lulled into a false sense of security.   However, our faith communities can be extremely vulnerable, and violence can occur. The Diocese of Southern Virginia in conjunction with the Virginia Fusion Center is providing a conversation starter presentation to offer guidance to help our faith communities balance the need to be both welcoming and safe at the same time.  First Sergeant Austin White, Deputy Director of the Virginia Fusion Center will facilitate the training and will discuss the following topics: Threats and vulnerabilities to houses of worship; Addressing potential threats; Policy and planning; Safety in outreach settings; Civilian response to active shooter; Mitigation strategies; Developing a mindset of preparedness to respond to threats. Please join us on Saturday, November 9th from 10-noon for this important discussion at Trinity Episcopal Church located at 520 Yancey Street  in South Boston, VA 24592. This presentation is free. Click here to register.

November Weekend
November 22-24
Chanco on the James

Mark your calendars! November weekend is scheduled for Nov 22-24. It’s going to be a fun packed weekend where youth can connect with other youth from the Diocese.  More details coming soon. 

128th Annual Council
February 28-29, 2020
Williamsburg Lodge

Please note that the date of Council in 2020 has been changed. Click here for more information.