Clergy transitions

The Rt. Rev. Susan Haynes was consecrated the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Southern Virginia on February 1, 2020.

 

The Rt. Rev. James Magness concluded his tenure as Bishop Diocesan Pro Tempore on February 1, 2020.

 

The Rev. Paul Rowles will conclude his tenure as Interim Rector of St. John, Halifax, on February 9, 2020

 

The Very Rev. Tim Jones will begin as Rector of St. John, Halifax, on February 19, 2020.

 

The Rev. Penny Nash will begin as Interim Rector of St. Michael, Colonial Heights, on February 24, 2020.

 

The Rev. Marc Vance will begin as Associate Rector at St. Andrew, Newport News, on March 1, 2020.

Nags Head Acolyte Festival

This year will be the 11th Annual East Carolina Acolyte Festival, April 24-25 at St. Andrew's By-the-Sea in Nags Head, NC. The Diocese of East Carolina invites all acolytes, directors, youth ministers, and parents to join them. Participants will return home with both new skills and a renewed enthusiasm for liturgy, and the rich, tradition of Anglican worship. Click here for information and registration. 

Susan B. Haynes consecrated as bishop of Southern Virginia

The Rev. Susan Bunton Haynes was ordained and consecrated as the 11th bishop of the Diocese of Southern Virginia at 11 a.m. on February 1 at Williamsburg Community Chapel in Williamsburg, Virginia. Approximately 1,300 people attended the historic service, and over 1,000 watched the live stream, as Haynes became the first woman bishop in the diocese's 128-year history. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry led the service as chief consecrator. The Rt. Rev. Edward S. Little II, seventh bishop of Northern Indiana, was the preacher.  Read more here.  

Visit the diocesan Facebook page for many more photos. Video of the service will be available soon for on-demand viewing. Click here for the service program booklet. Click here for the Eucharistic bread recipe. 

Top photos by Greg Davy of Bruton Parish, Williamsburg.  Bottom photos by Susan Pederson of St. Andrew's, Norfolk.

EYE: unite! ¡unámonos!

The Diocese of Southern Virginia is putting together a group of youth to attend the Episcopal Youth Event, or also affectionately known as EYE, this upcoming summer. The theme for EYE20 will be "unite! ¡unámonos!" and it will be held this summer, July 7-11, 2020, in the Washington DC metro area.  Our Diocesan group will meet together July 6 in Newport News and then travel to the event together on July 7. EYE20 programs will focus on helping develop leadership skills, spiritual practices, and early stages of vocational discernment. Participants must have turned at least 15 and be no older than 19 by July 7, 2020. Current freshman who will be 14 on July 7, 2020 will have an opportunity to attend EYE2023 as the Episcopal Youth Event is on a three-year cycle. The cost for Diocesan participants will be $100 per person. There is limited housing available, so please be sure to register by March 10. For more information about the event check out the EYE20 website here. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Youth Missioner, Megan Dern, at mdern@diosova.org or 757-423-8287

Safe Church Training spring classes open for registration

Specialized Safe Church Training classes are now open for registration. All workshops are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and lunch is provided. Registration will close five days before the date of the workshop. The schedule of Universal Safe Church Training classes will be available soon. Click here to learn if this is the right training for you and to register for any of these classes: 

• February 15 - St. Martin's, Williamsburg
• March 7 - All Saints, Virginia Beach
• March 14 - St. Thomas, Chesapeake
• April 25 - Grace, Yorktown
• April 30 - Manakin, Midlothian
• May 9 - Epiphany, Norfolk
• May 30 - St. Stephen's, Petersburg
• June 6 - Holy Apostles, Virginia Beach
• June 13 - St. John's, Suffolk

Go to www.diosova.org/safe_church for complete information about Safe Church Training.  

Save the date - Women's Lenten retreat at Chanco

Chanco on the James invites you to join women from around the Diocese as we gather together at Chanco on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 for our annual Women's Lenten retreat, Gravity and Grace: Exploring Themes of Darkness and Light In Our Lenten Journeys. Cost to Participants for Friday and Saturday is $95 ($135 for private room) and includes reception, accommodations, breakfast, lunch, and program. Cost for Saturday only is $35 and includes lunch and program. Register by calling 888-724-2626 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. You may also register by mail - include your check along with a note that indicates your name, contact information, and desired dates of attendance. Mail no later than February 21 to 394 Floods Drive, Spring Grove, VA  23881. Questions or assistance with registration, contact Ronda Toll at 757-869-8873 or at rtoll@cox.net.

Don't miss fantastic spring events at Chanco!

We have many dynamic retreats and events coming up this spring you won't want to miss! Save these dates:

• Women's Lenten Retreat: March 6-7. Theme is "Gravity and Grace: Exploring Themes of Darkness and Light in our Lenten Journeys" featuring facilitator the Rev. Jackie Fulop. Registration coming soon.
• Volunteer Work Weekend: March 20-22. This event will be FREE and will involve helping prepare Chanco for the busy spring and summer seasons! 18 and under must be accompanied by a guardian. Registration coming soon.
• Open House Dates: March 21 and April 26 from 1-5 pm. Free and open to the public. Come see what Camp Chanco is all about!
• Happening #72: March 27-29 for grades 10-12. Click here for more information and to register. Visit www.diosova.org/youth for more information and staff application.
• Cursillo #168: Co-Ed Weekend: April 23-26. Adult retreat designed to help us grow closer to Jesus Christ and an opportunity to make friends all over our diocese. Visit www.cursillodiosova.org or contact Rector Travis Kennedy, St. David's, Chesterfield at travilus@gmail.com for more information and registration.
• Chanco 1980's alumni reunion: May 1-3. Were you a camper, EYCer, or Happener in the 1980's?! If so mark your calendars and save the date! Registration coming soon.
• Consecration of our Spirit Center: May 2 with the Rt. Rev. Susan B. Haynes officiating. More information coming soon!
• May Weekend: May 15-17 for grades 6-12. More information and registration coming soon!

Have questions or need more information on any of our spring events? Contact us at hospitality@chanco.org or 888-7-CHANCO (888-724-2626).  We look forward to seeing you back on the banks of the James this spring!