Contact & Location for Episcopal Diocese-Southern VA
Programs & Ministries at Episcopal Diocese-Southern VA
About Episcopal Diocese-Southern VA
The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia, located in Newport News, represents a historic tradition of faith extending back over four centuries to the Church of England's arrival in colonial Virginia. The diocese encompasses approximately twenty thousand Episcopalians across one hundred congregations stretching more than three hundred miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the Dan River. As part of The Episcopal Church, the diocese embraces a transformative Rule of Life centered on fostering community belonging, practicing kindness and service, exploring scripture, maintaining prayer and connection, and engaging in meaningful worship. The Episcopal Church is known for its legacy of inclusion, welcoming people of all genders and sexual orientations, with laypeople and clergy working together in leadership and governance. The diocese commits to becoming a beloved community through racial justice work, creation care stewardship, and evangelism rooted in God's inclusive love.
First-Time Visitor Info for Episcopal Diocese-Southern VA
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Typical Episcopal services emphasize liturgical worship with the Book of Common Prayer, Eucharistic celebration, and lay participation in governance and ministry. Visitor Tips: The diocese welcomes everyone and emphasizes that "if it's not about love, it's not about God," reflecting the church's core belief in God's inclusive love for every person without exception.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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