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Need to Know
- St. Paul's Memorial, Charlottesville's Skinner Scholarship Fund supports students at the University of Virginia who aspire to lead active lay or ordained ministries in the Episcopal Church. In the recent past, awards have ranged from $500 to $28,000, with an anticipated $150,000 available this year from the fund's endowment. St. Paul's Memorial maintains an active Canterbury program and fellowship for students. Learn more about the scholarship and programming for students online.
- Please keep the following short-term mission trips in your prayers. St. Stephen's, Richmond to New Orleans, 2/27-3/5; St. Catherine's School, Richmond to Dominican Republic, 3/4-3/11; Grace & Holy Trinity, Richmond to Belize, 2/19-2/26; St. David's, Ashburn to Honduras, 2/26-3/5. Please send your mission trip details to Mary Anne Bryant in the Office of Mission & Outreach.
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Diocesan Events
- Education for Ministry will host a Mentor Training July at 24-26 Roslyn.
- Marcus J. Borg, canon theologian at Trinity Cathedral, Portland, Ore. and biblical and Jesus scholar, will join members of the Diocese March 13-14 at St. George's, Fredericksburg for a series of events.
-Sunday, March 13, 10 a.m. "What's Christianity All About?" Free and open to the public.
-Sunday, March 13, 7 p.m. "An Emerging Form of Christianity Today." $9 in advance, $10 at door, attend both evening sessions for $18 in advance, $20 at door. Register online.
-March 14, 9 a.m. "What is the Gospel?" An event sponsored by Bishop Johnston and the clergy of St. George's to discuss the heart and core of the Christian message. RSVP to Nancy Schwartz (540-373-4133).
-March 14, 7 p.m. "Telling the Story of Jesus Today." $9 in advance, $10 at door, attend both evening sessions for $18 in advance, $20 at door. Register online.
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Church Calendar
2/19: Potomac Fever Concert, St. George's, Fredericksburg
2/19: Singles Meet & Greet, St. John's, Richmond
2/20: Patrick Henry Reenactment with Dr. Brent Tarter, St. John's, Richmond
2/20: Tea & Taize, All Saints', Richmond
2/20: Opening of Youth Building, Christ Church, Glen Allen
2/24: All Saints' Choir of Men & Boys Seeks New Members, All Saints', Richmond
2/25: Dr. Harvey Cox on the Future of Faith; Westminster-Canterbury, Richmond
2/26: Pre-Lenten Spiritual Retreat: Mending the Broken Heart, Grace, Alexandria
2/26: Ensemble Guadior in Concert, St. Luke's, Alexandria
2/26: Around the World with St. Thomas, St. Thomas', Richmond
2/26: Made to Worship Concert, Christ Church, Glen Allen
2/26: Retirement Seminar Series, Holy Comforter, Richmond
2/26: Centennial Speaker Series with Harvey Cox, St. Stephen's, Richmond
2/27: A Conversation with Our Presiding Bishop, St. Paul's, Richmond
2/27: Presiding Bishop Worship Service & Reception, St. John's, Richmond
2/27: Yale's Whiffenpoofs Concert, St. James's, Richmond
2/27: Fireworks! Brass & Organ Concert, Grace, Alexandria
3/1: Financial Planning & The Christian Life, St. Thomas', McLean
3/5: Evensong with the Ecco Choir, St. James the Less, Ashland
3/5: Conflict Resolution, Transformation & Peacebuilding, St. John's, Centreville
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Camps & Conference Centers
- Attention Youth Leaders: Youth retreats are said to be some of the most significant events in a teen's life. When teens are taken out of their typical environment and put into a different one, the atmosphere is conducive to reflection, decision-making, and significant personal growth. Shrine Mont can provide the perfect setting for such retreats. Call 540-856-2141 for discounted rates and availability. Visit www.shrinemont.com.
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Programming for Youth
Mark your calendars for two exciting spring events developed by the Parish Youth Ministries group.
Registration is open for the Day of Service for Youth at Trinity, Arlington on Saturday, March 12. All youth are invited to join others from across the Diocese in a day dedicated to fellowship and learning about outreach. Participants will also take part in a hands-on service project.
Senior High Weekend, April 1-3 at Shrine Mont, is a chance for high school students to come together for a time of fun and reflection. Download a registration form online.
These opportunities are a great way for youth to get involved in Church life.
Want to stay up-to-date with announcements and developments in the world of youth leadership? Visit the diocesan blog for youth leaders, Guide Us Waking, O Lord.
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I Can't Remember It Because I Never Knew It
Camp Spotlight:
Explorer's Camp at Shrine Mont focuses on exploring the great outdoors through hiking and discovering God's creation. In 2010, campers covered a total of 68 miles in the back country. Visit camps online.
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