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2025 Lenten Services and Programs

by Church Staff

All are invited to join us for Manakin’s 2025 Lenten services and programs.

March 4
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
5:30 p.m.
Denny Hall

March 5
Ash Wednesday
Services at 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Wednesdays during Lent
Morning Prayer
8:45 a.m.

Wednesday Lenten Dinner Programs for Families
5:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Our family program will include watching portions of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” each week with a brief discussion on the theological references. Dinner for each week is as follows:

  • March 12: Spaghetti – dinner provided
  • March 19: Potluck – please bring something to share
  • March 26: Pizza – dinner provided
  • April 2: Potluck – please bring something to share
  • April 9: Chick Fil A – dinner provided

April 10 (Tentative Date)
Day trip to the Museum of the Bible with tickets to see the play “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”

Celebrating our 325th Anniversary

by Church Staff

This year, Manakin celebrates its 325th anniversary! Our year-long goal will follow our Mission Statement with a focus on education, fellowship and worship, and we have several events planned to observe and celebrate our anniversary.

January 26
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Virginia’s Huguenot History
Speaker: Dr. Ann M. Woodlief, Associate Professor Emeritus of English, VCU; Ph.D. American Literature UNC Chapel Hill

January 29
Recognition of Manakin’s Anniversary at the Virginia General Assembly
The Resolution

March 23
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Key Events and People in Manakin’s History
Speaker: Roy McLeod

April 27
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Manakin’s History with the Monacan Indians
Speaker: The Rev. Canon Jim Smith

August 4 – 13
Pilgrimage to England and France

August 24
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Recap of the Manakin Trip to England and France

September 28
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Who are we after 325 years

October (Date TBD)
Homecoming
Please help us locate previous members so they can be included in the Homecoming celebration.

November 23
9:00 a.m.
Forum: Who Do We Want to Become in the Next 325 Years
Speaker: The Rev. Gini DiStanislao

December 7
9:00 a.m.
Forum with Bishop Susan Haynes

December 7
Founder’s Day Observance
If you have pictures of Manakin and parish events over the years, please send them to the Church office (office@manakin.org). We are putting together a book of our past and present to share.

Advent and Christmas at Manakin

by Church Staff

Mark your calendars, and join us for Advent and Christmas services and activities.

December 6
5:00 p.m.
First Fridays & Youth Pizza Party

December 14
8:00 a.m.
Men of the Church Breakfast
Topic: “Christmas Traditions: Background and History” presented by Don Marsh

December 15
10:00 a.m.
Advent Lessons and Carols
This service is a wonderful way to prepare for the coming of the Messiah, and it is a welcome respite from the frantic Christmas preparations of December.

December 22
10:00 a.m.
Christmas Pageant
The Parish Christmas party will follow the service and will include a visit from St. Nicholas.

December 24
4:00 p.m. Special Christmas Music (will be livestreamed)
4:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II (will be livestreamed, nursery will be provided)
7:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Manakin Church Bazaar

by Church Staff

Mark your calendars and join us Saturday, November 23, for the Manakin Church Bazaar.  This event will take place in Denny Hall from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. We are currently looking for talented and crafty vendors, artisans, DIYers, and small business to participate. There is no charge for table or space, but we are asking that 10% of proceeds go to Manakin’s Outreach activities and project. If you are interested in learning more, contact the church office.

Family Forum: Reflections from a Holocaust Survivor

by Church Staff

On August 11, Manakin will hold a Family Forum, during which we will welcome Halina Zimm, a Holocaust survivor. Born in Poland, Halina’s family made a risky decision to flee their home in 1939. She will share how Christians aided in her survival and how there is no place for hate in our hurting world. This is a unique forum that everyone should plan to attend. The forum will begin at 9:00 a.m. in Denny Hall.

Lenten Program 2024

by Church Staff

Manakin and St. Luke’s will be moving through the season of Lent together with weekly programs that will explore the Bishop’s Five Initiatives and how they are applicable to our daily lives. Through our time together, we will gain a deeper understanding of these guiding principles to enrich our growth in community, worship, prayer and study.

Each Wednesday, we’ll hold a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by a program that begins at 6:15 p.m. The schedule and locations are as follows:

February 21 – at Manakin: Dale+ presenting on Rule of Life

February 28 –at St. Luke’s: Gini+ presenting on Creation Care

March 6 – at Manakin: Dale+ presenting on Becoming Beloved Community

March 13 – at St. Luke’s: Gini+ presenting on Evangelism – Telling our stories

March 20 – at Manakin: Connection – Celtic Evensong

All are invited to join us.

Shrove Tuesday

by Church Staff

You are invited to join us for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper made by Manakin’s Men of the Church. The supper will take place Tuesday, February 13, starting at 5:30 p.m. Money raised will go to support Manakin’s youth activities and outreach activities.

Advent and Christmas Offerings at Manakin

by Church Staff

You are invited to join us for Advent and Christmas at Manakin.

December 1
5:30 p.m. 
Decorate Chrismon Tree during First Friday get together

December 3
9:00 a.m.
Advent Wreath Making in Denny Hall

11:30 a.m.
Family outreach event to purchase items for adopted individuals in need

December 10
10:00 a.m.
Advent Lessons and Carols

December 17
10:00 a.m.
Christmas Pageant and Parish Christmas Party following with a visit from St. Nicholas

December 21
12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
A Day of Prayer for Peace

December 24
8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Advent 4 services

5:00 p.m.
The Nativity of Our Lord – Christmas music provided by the Chancel Choir with service following

Blessing of the Animals

by Church Staff

Join us as we come together with our beloved pets for the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 1. We will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the outdoor worship area at Manakin. All pets are welcome!

Ending the Silence

by Church Staff

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and together Manakin Episcopal Church and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will offer opportunities for conversation about this difficult topic. Our goal is to bring comfort and hope to those affected by suicide and to provide resources to those in need of help. 

  • September 10 – Recognition of World Suicide Awareness Day
  • September 17 – 9:00 a.m. Adult Forums at both churches
  • September 19 – 7:00 p.m. at Manakin Church. Community Forum with Ray Paul, Chair of the National Board of Directors at the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention
  • September 24 – 1:00 p.m. at Manakin Church. Youth Conversation with Amanda Swindle and Amanda Long, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Pizza will be provided.

Manakin Episcopal Church
985 Huguenot Trail
804-794-6401
www.manakin.org

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
2245 Huguenot Trail
804-794-6953
https://stlukespowhatan.org

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