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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
You are invited:
“…to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and meditating on God’s holy Word” (BCP, p. 265).
During this season of preparation, Manakin and St. Luke’s will be joining together for a series of Lenten programs in which we will explore worship.
In the Anglican tradition we embrace that our worship is formational. “To stand before the Holy One of eternity is to change” (Richard Foster). Dale+ (St. Luke’s) and Gini+ (Manakin) will offer different worship experiences that will help us renew our minds in the spiritual act of worship.
Our program will include two gatherings each Wednesday, at alternating locations. We will hold a Healing Service at noon, after which, we’ll share time together for lunch (bring your own lunch). In the evenings, we will hold a service at 6:00 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner.
March 1
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at St. Luke’s
6:00 p.m. – Evening Prayer (BCP) at Manakin
March 8
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at Manakin
6:00 p.m. – Taize Service at St. Luke’s
March 15
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at St. Luke’s
6:00 p.m. – Celtic Service at Manakin
March 22
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at Manakin
6:00 p.m. – Stations of the Cross at St. Luke’s
March 29
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at St. Luke’s
6:00 p.m. – Service of Holy Eucharist (New Zealand Prayer Book) at Manakin
April 5
12:00 p.m. – Healing Service at Manakin
6:00 p.m. – Tenebrae at St. Luke’s
Those attending 12:00 p.m. services are invited to bring their lunch. Those attending the 6:00 p.m. service are invited to bring a dish to share at the potluck dinner.
Join us on Tuesday, February 21, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. for our Shrove Tuesday pancake supper. Manakin’s youth will be assisting the Men of the Church to raise money to support our Youth Group’s outreach efforts. All are welcome to stop by to enjoy pancakes, sausage and fellowship.
Manakin will be holding special services and activities as part of Advent and Christmas.
Advent Lessons & Carols
Sunday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m.
Annual Christmas Party for the Whole Family
Sunday, December 18 following the 10:00 a.m. service
Bring a dish to share and an unwrapped gift for one of our outreach projects. Beverages will be provided.
Christmas Eve Services
December 24
4:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist
7:45 p.m. – Festival Holy Eucharist
Christmas Day Service
December 25
10:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist
Note: Only one service on this day
Service bulletins and links to live-streamed services may be found on our Worship Announcement page.
Place your orders now for Manakin’s Men of the Church Brunswick Stew! The cost is $10 per quart, and those interested in getting stew are strongly encouraged to place their orders in advance by contacting the Church Office at 804-794-6401 or office@manakin.org.
The stew will be ready for pickup Saturday, October 8, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in Denny Hall.