In this issue of the Apostle, we dig into the ministry of relationship, sharing the stories of a Rector who was adopted and reunited with his birth mother later in life, a campus minister leading a thriving ministry with college students, a unique cross-cultural experience in Uganda, and Knoxville’s “scruffy” kind of hospitality.

The clergy and lay delegates of the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic (DOMA) elected on the second ballot the Rev. Chris Warner as Bishop-Elect during a special electing Synod at All Saints’ Church in Woodbridge, VA.

Synod is a joy-filled opportunity to gather as a diocese for worship, fellowship and spiritual growth. Come and be re-energized and refreshed by the worship, Bible teaching, testimonies and breakout sessions on topics central to our churches’ ministries and mission. Enjoy Friday night worship and Eucharist via livestream.

What a joy to experience our Electing Synod on Saturday, as we voted, under the leading of the Holy Spirit, to elect the Rev. Chris Warner to be our next bishop.

The latest NGLI newsletter has specific opportunities for various ministries, including family, students and young leaders, and women.

The official public launch date for the Church of the Good Shepherd in Charlottesville, VA is Sunday, October 30.

Christ the King enjoyed two big events recently.

Enjoy photos from the Prayer Gathering, Eucharist, and Bishop Election.

The opportunity to go on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land unfolded for my wife (Glorianne) and me in 2014 when we joined an Anglican pilgrimage group. The experience was so impactful that we began to host pilgrimages to the Holy Land in the years that followed through our ministry with Worship Equippers for Christ.

The Anglican Relief and Development Fund strengths communities by coming alongside the local church. There are many ways you can volunteer in the Diocese and beyond.

We thank God for the ordination of Michael Koppola to the priesthood on Saturday, October 9, Church of the Ascension, Kearneysville, WV.

The following congregations in the Diocese will be observing All Saints day in their services before, after or on Nov 1.

Prayer Service for the Electing Synod
October 14, 2022, 7-8:30 p.m.
Hosted by All Saints’ Church, Woodbridge, VA
Open to all – No registration required
Attend in person or via livestream

As I’ve shared with our clergy, I urge each of our churches to establish an intentional partnership with a church or diocese overseas. This could involve support of a long-term missionary, but it should also include developing a meaningful connection with indigenous church leadership.

It's been awhile since you have heard from us because we are actively and prayerfully working towards our public launch in a few weeks!

On September 18, Church of the Messiah, Chesapeake, VA, held their baptism service at Sandbridge Beach. Enjoy photos below!

“Yet, God also provides inspirational companions, sunshine, encouragement, and walking-stick assistance that keeps us from falling by means of Scripture, worship and prayer.”

She stopped, looked at the sign, and in a very low voice, uttered these words: “That’s a hard one.” “Why is it hard?” I asked. I knew the answer. Long ago she had had two abortions under incredibly broken circumstances. She went on to have other children with the man she is still married to.