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November 12, 2014
Diocesan Events & Info   

  

Northern Virginia Communicators' Meet-Up, Nov. 14, Christ Church, Alexandria 
A networking and fellowship group for church communicators in the Northern Virginia area. Learn more.
 

Advent Retreat for Women Priests, Dec. 3, Roslyn Conference Center, Richmond

A retreat day, focusing on the annunciation to Mary and her response, that will include yoga, meditation, art, prayer, and reflections from Bishop Goff.  Learn more.

Shrine Mont Camps Reunion, Dec. 20, Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill, Alexandria

A day of fun, silliness and worship for campers.  Learn more.  

Need to Know
 

Join several members of your diocesan staff for a Generational Stewardship seminar on Nov. 18 at St. Mark Presbyterian in Rockville, Md.  Explore how generosity looks for different generations with the Rev. Karl Travis of First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth, Texas. Learn more.  

  

We are kicking off the hiring process for Shrine Mont Camps 2015 and searching for four exceptional camp directors. Interested in pushing yourself as the director of Art Camp, Explorers' Camp, SHYC or St. George's Camp next summer? Find out more here. 

 

The Diocese has started a search for a part-time benefits administrator to join the diocesan team and handle insurance benefits and processes. Learn more about the position  and consider forwarding it to potential applicants. The Diocese of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks diverse fields of candidates to fill staff vacancies.     

 

2015 UTO Grant Application information is now available online. All grant requests must be submitted electronically to Mary Anne Bryant  in the diocesan  Office of Mission and Outreach [email protected] by Jan. 15.         

Church Calendar 

11/12: Inquirer's Class: Being Episcopalian, St. Michael's, Arlington 
11/12: Adult Bible Study, Holy Comforter, Vienna
11/12: Covenant Class, Christ Church, Alexandria
11/12: Taize Prayer Service, St. George's, Arlington
11/13: One-Day Conference: Bowen Theory and Theology, St. John's, McLean
11/15: Washington Sinfonietta "Pastoral Tributes", The Falls Church, Falls Church
11/15: Christmas Bazaar, St. Alban's, Annandale
11/15: Pre-Advent Quiet Day, Christ Church, Alexandria
11/15: A Very Merry Bazaar, St. Barnabas', Annandale
11/16: Tekalli Duo (Suliman & Jamila Tekalli, violin & piano), St. Patrick's, Falls Church
11/16: The Saint George Voices, St. George's, Fredericksburg
11/16: Holocaust Survivor Forum, Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill, Alexandria
11/16: Christ Child Youth Shopping Trip, Christ Church, Alexandria
11/16: Organ Concert Series, Washington National Cathedral
11/16: Washington Saxophone Quartet, The Falls Church, Falls Church
11/16: Choral Eucharist, St. James's, Richmond
11/16: Friends and Family Sunday, St. John's, Arlington
11/16: Choral Evensong, Church of Our Saviour, Charlottesville
11/16: Out & About Potluck Brunch, Christ Church, Alexandria
11/16: Celtic Evensong & Communion, St. George's, Fredericksburg
11/16: Evening Light, St. John's, Richmond
11/16: Candlelight Concert, St. Mary's, Arlington
11/18: Celebration of New Ministry, St. Thomas', Richmond 
Other Events 

The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond is hosting this year's World AIDS Day Celebration and Remembrance Service on Dec.1. All are invited to attend. Learn more. 
Popular Links
Working Together, Reaching Beyond 
 
Visit the diocesan website for important details about the 220th Annual Council on Jan. 22-24, 2015 in Richmond. 
  • Register online (by credit card) or by mail (by check) by Dec. 19 to receive an early bird discount!
  • Make your lodging reservations with the Hilton Garden Inn by Jan. 2 or the Marriott by Jan. 7.
  • We're currently accepting nominations for Standing Committee members, Virginia Diocesan Homes, Diocesan Missionary Society, Trustees of the Funds and Bloomfield. The deadline is Jan. 7.
  • Resolutions and Amendments for consideration will be accepted through Jan. 7.
  • Exhibitors should register by Jan. 9.
  • Annual reports from regional presidents, committee chairs and related organizations should be submitted by Jan. 7.
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