Upcoming Programs & Events
Youth programs in the Episcopal Diocese of Southern of Southern Virginia are designed to offer a variety of opportunities for a diverse pool of youth. All programs seek to form disciples of Jesus through worship, fellowship, education, service and wellness.
Upcoming youth events:
2018 National Acolyte Festival - October 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Washington National Cathedral
Parishes, this is fantastic opportunity to take your acolytes to a morning service of re-dedication and Holy Eucharist and workshops are offered in the afternoon for enrichment. Click here for more details and to register.
November Weekend - November 16-18, 2018 at Chanco on the James
This year’s November Weekend for grades 6–12 will be Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18 at Chanco. Teens, along with their adult leaders, are invited to attend this faith, fun retreat. Stay tuned for our theme and registration information.
To register for an event, youth must provide completed copy of the Youth Event Registration and Permission Form
Adult leaders must provide completed copy of the Adult Leader Information Form for Youth Events
Please bring signed copies of the forms with you to the event.
Register online or by mailing the completed forms along with payment to:
Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia
11827 Canon Blvd., Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606
Click here for our Event Registration, Payment & Refund Policy.
Resources
Recommended resources for Youth Ministry
DIOSOVA Youth Ministry Safety Standards
Safe Church & Social Media
Forms
Youth Event Registration and Permission Form
Youth Ministry Community Covenant
Adult Leader Information Form for Youth Events
2017-2018 Happening Staff Application
Youth Ministry Leadership
Happening Team
The Happening Team coordinates all aspects of the Happening Program in our diocese including weekend planning, staff oversight, and reunion weekends. We meet approximately monthly. The team is chaired by Karen Witherspoon, kspoon143@yahoo.com.
CE-Net
The Christian Education Network of Southern Virginia supports lay and ordained, professional and volunteer educators. We meet monthly for lunch to share resources and problem-solve, and we gather quarterly for special programs with engaging speakers. For more information on CE-Net contact the co-chairs: Vicky Koch (vkoch@stpaulsnorfolk.org, 757-627-4353, ext. 23) or Megan Dern (megan.dern@goodshepherdnorfolk.org, 970-381-4321)
Chanco on the James Camp and Conference Center
Chanco on the James is our diocesan retreat center and residential summer camping ministry. The Executive Director is Gareth Kalfas. Contact Gareth at director@chanco.org.
Chanco Chaplain Program
Each summer a team of dedicated clergy and lay ministers serve the Camp Chanco community as members of the chaplain team. Visiting Chaplains commit to celebrating one Eucharist, while Residential Chaplains stay on-site during sessions to teach chaplain class, provide pastoral care, and lead morning devotions. If you are interested in being part of this important and rewarding ministry, contact Gareth Kalfas at Chanco, director@chanco.org.
