Marriage According to the Book of Common Prayer
Throughout the month of September, “Lift Up Hearts, Gafcon!” will offer a series of devotions on the subject of “Marriage According to the Book of Common Prayer.'“
Letter from the Bishop: Our faithfulness matters. Our witness matters.
Psalm 102 was appointed this week in the Daily Lectionary and praying it brought home to me the truth that, in the midst of social upheaval and hardship, how we respond will profoundly affect not only us but future generations.
Virtual VBS - Jesus Pulls Us Through
COVID-19 came through our lives like a freight train and derailed countless plans, routines, and expectations. We realized that now more than ever the kids in our community need the hope, reassurance, and abundance of God's love through the unique ministry of Virtual VBS (VVBS).
Restorative Justice: An Interview with Dan Van Ness
“Restorative justice (RJ) is a way of thinking about crime that puts more emphasis on repairing the harm done by the offender to the victim and community than on punishing the offender.”
A Parking Lot Party for Fr. Travis
At least 41 cars and one Harley-Davidson Trike drove by with fantastic faces and thoughtful cards.
Archaeological Evidence for the Bible
Ted is a dynamic speaker that combines the experience of an archaeologist, the mind of a Christian apologist and the heart of a pastor. Please join us! Be sure to mark your calendars. This is a FREE EVENT!
Deacons' Day - 2020
August 8 was Vocational Deacons’ Day for the Diocese. This year, Bishop John met with the Deacons of the Diocese over Zoom.
Healing Prayer - Virtually
And it was done virtually. Laying on of hands, yes from afar. Voices praying, yes but from afar. Touching of hands, yes but not a physical touch but a spiritual touch. I felt a sense of peace like no other, a sense of His presence, and a stirring of my spirit.
Worship: "Let Us Hum"
How lovely that we can still be tuneful, that we can still pay attention to words and rhythms and joyful cadences… and although we may not sing robustly together for a while, what fun to learn to hum our praises.
Race Relations in a Majority Black Town
More than Charlottesville, more than Richmond, perhaps more than any other place in Virginia, Emporia would appear on the surface to be a place ripe for violent protests.
Healing Prayer Class: Wholeness in Christ
Join us for the weekly Wednesday Healing Prayer Class - now in its 15th year. This is a unique opportunity to learn about praying for physical, emotional and spiritual healing with hands on training in small groups.
Institutions in the Diocese
We praise God for the institutions of the Rev. Drew Thomas and Rev. Travis Hines.
Perspectives in the Park
…we'll bring popsicles out for everyone, sit 6ft apart with masks on, and ask some hard questions…
Wild Wonder Sundays in the Park
Each week participants will have a scripture prompt that points to something wonder-worthy in creation—like the wind, or Zacchaeus' sycamore tree.
One Church Loudoun
Church of the Holy Spirit will in conjunction with One Church Loudoun as we have an opportunity as believers in Jesus and the Christ-centered Church in Loudoun to come together to simply worship our Lord together and humbly call out to Him.
Spiritual Formation Journey
Have you felt a deep desire to cultivate a deeper intimacy with and love for God this season, as outbreaks and civil unrest rock our country? Do you want to come to a richer understanding of how the beautiful tradition of our faith can speak and bring healing to the brokenness we see all around us?
Wilderness Escape - VBS
From July 6-10, we engaged 50-60 children on line each day for about an hour of Bible teaching, worship, skits, Bible memory and sharing.
Synod 2020 - Save the Date!
At this time, a decision has not been made if Synod will be held in person at All Saints’ church or on line. Right now it’s too early to tell. However, the deadline for submission are still in place…