It is with heavy hearts that the Diocese of Southern Virginia has decided to cancel November Weekend and Happening this fall. This was a tough decision to make, but the safety of all people is always at the center of these decisions. Therefore the Diocese will not be hosting any in-person youth events for the larger EYC community in 2020, but we do hope to see you all again in 2021.
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
EYC Happening and November Weekend cancelled
We continue to encourage youth who are looking to connect with
other youth in the Episcopal Community to join us on the first and third
Thursdays of the month for games over zoom and a little fellowship. If
your church's youth group isn't currently meeting, this is a great place
for your youth to come and still be engaged. Sign up here.
Stay tuned for more details to come about what games we will be
playing week to week and the different virtual services that are
currently being planned by the EYC Board and Happening. If you have any
questions, please feel free to contact Megan Dern at mdern@diosova.org or at 757-213-3393.
Updated guidelines for the distribution of Communion during COVID-19
At a recent virtual meeting the House of Bishops discussed
finding a way to administer the Sacrament safely to those who cannot
come to church. Bishops were encouraged to help churches find creative
and theologically sound ways to distribute the Eucharist even during
pandemic restrictions. Over the last month, Bishop Susan has been
meeting with and talking to clergy about their own creative ideas about
how to do this. From these discussions, we have created some guidelines
which are approved for the distribution of Holy Communion to everyone
and especially to those who are not able to come to church. Click here for the updated guidelines.
Monday, September 28, 2020
Jackson-Feild's 25th Golf Tournament a success
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services' 25th anniversary
tournament was a success despite the challenges that COVID-19 presented.
This tournament has raised over $550,000 since its
inception. The funds have been used for a variety of needs such as
special projects, capital purchases, capital improvements and
educational scholarships.
The tournament was held September 21st at the Country Club of
the Highlands in Chesterfield County. It was a picture perfect day for
golf and the course was in perfect shape. Hardees has been the
tournament sponsor and provided a box lunch for the players. The play
format was captain's choice.
This year's tournament was like no other due to COVID-19
guidelines. Nevertheless the golfers had a great time and appreciated
supporting the children and mission of Jackson-Feild.
A team from Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hampton played in the event and won a round of golf at the Highlands Country Club
Proceeds from the 2020 tournament will be used
to fund services which Jackson-Feild receives no reimbursement.
Primarily Neurotherapy services and educational scholarships to fund the
education for children whose school division does not pay for their
education.
Episcopal Evangelism Grants available
Episcopal institutions can now apply for the next round of the Episcopal Evangelism Grants Program, designed to fund local and regional evangelism efforts in the Episcopal Church. The application deadline is November 15. The new grant cycle will focus on projects that explore new methods of evangelism during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for information and application.
Grants available for young adult and campus ministry
The Episcopal Church announces its 2021 grants program
for Young Adult and Campus Ministries currently engaged in or seeking
new relationships with young adults on or off college campuses.
Episcopal ministries or ecumenical ministries with an Episcopal presence
are invited to apply; an informational webinar is scheduled for October
1 at 3 p.m.; register here. Grant information and application is available here.
New digital Advent and worship resources from Episcopal Relief & Development
Episcopal Relief & Development is celebrating one year of
ONE THOUSAND DAYS OF LOVE by debuting new digital Advent and worship
resources, as well as other toolkits for churches and supporters to use
together or individually. ONE THOUSAND DAYS OF LOVE is a three year,
$3 million grassroots Church-wide fundraising campaign dedicated to
expanding the organization's global programs improving the lives of
children up to age six. Click here for more information and to access new resources.
Walking with Asylum Seekers: Training series for congregations
In the month of October, join Episcopal Migration
Ministries, in partnership with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of
America (ELCA) and Lutheran Family Services of the Rocky Mountains
(LFSRM), for a three-part training series for congregations interested
in supporting and walking alongside asylum seekers. The three 90-minute
virtual events will provide advocacy updates, resources for group
discernment, ministry models, and important considerations when engaging
in ministry with asylum seekers. The series begins October 8. Click here for more information and registration.
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