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Bishops United recently became a partner in the Wear Orange movement. The goal of the movement is to inspire as many people as possible to wear orange on Thursday, June 2 as a symbol of their commitment to work for an end to gun violence. 
Virginia Episcopalian Focus Groups:
Register by Friday, May 26 at 10 a.m.
The Communications Team is reimagining the Virginia Episcopalian magazine and we need your help! You are invited to attend a Virginia Episcopalian focus group where we will review the current magazine, gather feedback and brainstorm new ideas. Register here .
2016 Stewardship Workshops
The 2016 stewardship workshop series, "Walk in Love," offers all you need for your fall stewardship season. Join us for resources for annual giving, proportional giving, social media strategies, how to tell your story, planned giving, stewardship with families, and more! Learn more and register.   
Dates and locations are:
A Little Bit Louder Now!
Shrine Mont will host a celebration and rededication of the Shrine Mont Camps on June 4. Come for the day or spend the weekend at Shrine Mont. Events will be held Friday through Sunday, including a Friday night bonfire, Saturday morning run and hike. Click here for the schedule of events. Contact Shrine Mont (shrine@shentel.net or call 540-856-2141) to make a reservation.  
Need to Know
Does your parish have a ministry for the deaf or hearing impaired? We are gathering information concerning how we are responding to those with hearing difficulties. If you have a ministry in this field, please email details to Buck Blanchard at bblanchard@thediocese.net.

e-Formation 2016: A conference on ministry in a digital world
e-Formation 2016 will take place June 6-8 at Virginia Theological Seminary for $289 or by webinar for $89.  Learn more and register. 
 
Jubilee Impact and Development Grants are now available
Applications are being accepted for the 2016 Jubilee Ministry grants to further the mission and ministry of The Episcopal Church. Application forms are available here. Deadline for applications is June 17 at 5 pm Eastern. Contact Ashley Cameron for more information.
 
Short-Term Mission Grants Available
The Office of Mission and Outreach would like to remind folks going on mission trips this year that you can apply for a short-term mission grant from the Diocese. Contact Mary Anne Bryant at mabryant@thediocese.net for more information.
Other News & Events
Join St. Peter's, Richmond, on Saturday, May 28 at 1 p.m. for a Celebration of New Ministry. Bishop Susan Goff will preside. Clergy do not need to vest. A picnic will follow and all are invited.

If you are concerned about the ongoing global crisis and want to learn about the latest developments and how to get involved, please come to St. George's refugee forum series on the first three Thursdays in June (6/2, 6/9, and 6/16). The events will highlight opportunities for action for anyone who is interested to get involved.  RSVP for the events is highly encouraged.

Ways and resources to observe World Refugee Day on June 20.  Click here for suggestions, ideas and resources to observe World Refugee Day. 

Come support the ministries of Emmanuel, Delaplane, May 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the 23rd Annual Delaplane Strawberry Festival at Sky Meadows State Park!  Join us for an exciting weekend at Sky Meadows State Park. There's something for everyone!  Children's games, entertainment, crafts, food, hayrides, 5K race, STRAWBERRIES! Entry is $25 per vehicle at the gate; $20 if purchased online. Proceeds go to the ministries of Emmanuel Episcopal Church to benefit local charities and community.
 
Church Events
5/28-29, 57th Hunt Country Stable Tour, Middleburg Training Track
5/29: Contemplative Service with Holy Eucharist, Emmanuel, Richmond
6/1: Welcome Summer Concert, St. James's, Richmond
6/2: St. George's Refugee Crisis Forums: Session I, St. George's, Arlington
6/4: Sounds of Pohick Music Concert, Pohick, Lorton
6/4: Strawberry Festival, Christ Church, Lucketts
6/4: Historic Pohick Church First Saturday Tours, Pohick, Lorton
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