The Grapevine, the diocesan ECW newsletter, for Spring 2021 is here! Click here for your copy The Grapevine is a quarterly print-ready newsletter available for individuals and churches to receive via email. Back issues can be found here. If you have news you would like included in The Grapevine, contact Vicky Koch, vkoch@stpaulsnorfolk.org.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Monday, March 8, 2021
Two new book studies from Repairers of the Breach
The Repairers of the Breach is launching two new book study opportunities. We recognize that there are many excellent resources to explore as we learn, study and work towards becoming the Beloved Community. Additionally, it is important to acknowledge that individuals are at different points on their journey of learning about and exploring racial justice issues. You are invited to join the book study group that best matches your needs:
Living into God's Dream: Dismantling Racism in America edited by Catherine Meeks.
This
accessible collection of essays presents a variety of voices combining
personal stories and theoretical and theological reflection. It includes
examples of the work of dismantling racism and methods for creating the
much-needed “safe space” for dialogue on race to occur. Its aim is to
demonstrate the ways in which a new conversation on race can be forged.
This book is will resonate for all, and is especially relevant for those
beginning to explore racial justice work. The book study group will
meet on Tuesday evenings, beginning March 16 (no meeting March 23) at 7
p.m. via Zoom. Click here to register for this group. Space
is limited to 12 participants. Please note – if you want to learn about
Dr. Meeks work, the Diocese of Southern Virginia is co-sponsoring
Catherine Meeks upcoming virtual speaking engagement at the Lemon
Project Symposium at William & Mary on March 26 and 27.
White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity by Robert P. Jones.
This
book study group will meet on Mondays, 7 to 8:00 pm, March 15 through
May 10 on Zoom (no meeting April 5). In this powerful combination of
history, social science, and heartfelt memoir, Robert P. Jones explores
the unholy relationship between American Christianity and white
supremacy. At this pivotal cultural moment, we need to confront this
painful reality, accept responsibility for the past and work toward a
more just future, reckoning with this legacy for the sake of our own
souls, our faith, and our country. As this is a challenging book, prior
participation in Sacred Ground or other antiracism training or reading
is desirable. Click here to register for this group.
Diocesan Good Friday Service
The Diocesan Liturgists are producing a virtual Good Friday service, which will walk the Stations of the Cross. Like the Christmas video, it will feature different parishes from across our diverse diocese. The Bishop encourages churches to include this as part of their Holy Week services. The video will be available on the diocesan YouTube channel by 8 a.m. on Good Friday, April 2.
James Solomon Russell Celebration
Tee off with Jackson-Feild this spring!
Jackson-Feild
is a safe haven for children struggling with mental illness and/or
substance use disorders. Each year, this tournament raises funds to
support the needs of the residents. To date, the tournament has raised
over $550,000. This year, the proceeds from the tournament will go
towards “building a better future” and funding the construction of new
buildings on campus.
If you have any questions, or would like to register now, call 703-819-2365 or email vfong@jacksonfeild.org. Online registration will be available in the coming weeks. We hope to see you on the green this May!
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Holy Land Pilgrimage with Bishop Haynes in 2022
Bishop Haynes will be leading a Holy Land Pilgrimage in association with Jerusalem Tours, February 4-14, 2022. Join Bishop Haynes for this powerful pilgrimage experience where together we will walk where Jesus walked and visit places where he lived out his ministry. In addition, pilgrims will renew their Baptismal Covenant at the Jordan River and will celebrate Eucharist on the Mount of the Beatitudes. Click here to learn more about the Holy Land Pilgrimage and registration details. Space is limited to 35 pilgrims. Contact Canon Lynn Farlin at lfarlin@diosova.org if you have questions about the trip.
Repairers of the Breach Speaker Series continues on March 23
March 23 at 6:30 via Zoom
Imagine
working at church only to find out via genealogical research that the
family of the man who founded the church had enslaved your family’s
ancestors! During this program the Rev. Natalie Conway, will share her
story as well as the work that she and the Rev Grey Maggiano have been
engaged in over the past five years, as Memorial Episcopal Church in
Baltimore Maryland, has sought to uncover and process its racist past,
and move forward as a community that seeks atonement, reconciliation and
resurrection. The Rev. Grey Maggiano, rector, and The Rev. Natalie
Conway, deacon, will briefly summarize the work Memorial has done, and
more importantly provide a path for your congregation/community to
process its past in a healthy, holistic and sacred manner that can lead
to real change. Please join us on Tuesday, March 23 at 6:30 via Zoom for
this important conversation. Click here to register for this event and obtain the Zoom log-in information.
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