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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

Vacation for a Cause

by Church Staff

The Boys Home of Virginia is dedicated to providing support, education, shelter and guidance to young men in need. The vision of the organization is to be a community that inspires young men to positively impact those around them, a vision shared by Chandler Williams, a longtime supporter of the organization and a member of Manakin’s loving community. Chandler’s giving spirit and ongoing desire to help the Boys Home while educating people about its important mission, has led to an exciting giveaway. He is donating two one-week stays a a luxury resort in Mexico to be offered in a vacation giveaway drawing! All funds raised will go to the Boys Home.

Each vacation giveaway includes eight days and seven nights at the Vidanta Grand Luxxe property in Nuevo Vallarta (next to Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific Ocean) or in Riviera Maya (halfway between Cancun and Playa del Carmen on the Caribbean). The villa, which is rated for eight adults and two children (under the age of 12) and is ideal for two-three couples or a large family, includes:

  • Two spacious master bedrooms with king beds and large bathrooms
  • A full kitchen and half bath in the family room
  • A third room with a trundle bed, large sofa, a mini kitchen and deck
  • A plunge pool on the spacious balcony

At the resort, you can enjoy championship golf courses, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, jet skiing, and parasailing. Each trip includes ownership privileges of six rounds of golf with cart and forecaddie, as well as two free spa treatments and free tennis court time.

Additional details:

  • The giveaways do not include airfare.
  • Black-out dates: Holy Week, Easter, Christmas and New Year’s.
  • Reservations must be made in calendar year 2021. Vacation must be taken in 2021 or 2022.
  • Giveaway Vacation value over $18,000.
  • You need not attend or be present to win.
  • Want to learn more about the resorts? Visit the www.Vidanta.com website for pictures and information.

Tickets for the Mexican Giveaway Vacation are $100 each, and the winner will be announced at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 26, 2021.

Tickets may be purchased at https://mexican-giveaway-vacation.cheddarup.com.

Those who do not wish to purchase a ticket but would like to celebrate Chandler may do so with a donation to the Boys Home.

Regathering for Worship

by Church Staff

Joyous news! Thanks to a decline in the state’s and our area’s COVID-19 positivity rate, Bishop Haynes has authorized us to regather for in-person worship. To support the health and safety of all, guidelines will be in place, as they were when we regathered over the summer. Masks must be worn, social distancing guidelines must be followed, and there will be no congregational singing.

Starting March 14, we will begin holding two services each Sunday, one at 8:00 a.m. and one at 10:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m. Service

  • Will be held in person.
  • You do not need to contact the church in advance if you plan to attend this service.

10:00 a.m. Service

  • Will be held in person and also livestreamed.
  • Due to capacity limits, the church needs to know in advance who plans to attend in person. Please call the church office by noon on Friday of each week in which you plan to attend the Sunday service.

Information about Holy Week Services will be forthcoming.

2021 Lenten Program

by Church Staff

You are invited to join us for our 2021 Lenten program, which is based on Adam Hamilton’s book, The Walk. During the program, we will explore and discuss the five core Christian practices of worship and prayer; study; serve; give and share.  Our time together will be enhanced by your participation.

Weekly Topics:
March 2 and March 3 – Study: The Importance of Listening and Paying Attention
March 9 and 10 – Serve:  Here I AM, Lord, Send Me
March 16 and 17 – Give: Where Your Treasure Is
March 23 and 24– Share: Going Fishing, Reflecting Light

We will meet on Zoom:

Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. using the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/97704697365?pwd=TkhIMUtQbXhVMS9TeHVQazl5L0piZz09
Meeting ID: 977 0469 7365
Password: 371567

Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. using the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/94788838984?pwd=VEZxTEVTT0lycEV5UVZ0aWVWVHNsUT09
Meeting ID: 947 8883 8984
Passcode: 505310

For questions or to get more information, contact the church office.

Manakin Alters Services and Activities

by Church Staff

On December 9, Bishop Haynes announced the Diocese is putting new guidelines in place due to a surge in COVID-19 cases. Effective immediately, all indoor church activities, including services are suspended. These guidelines will be in effect until the surge subsides and it is determined it is safe to once again hold indoor worship and activities.

What does that mean at Manakin?

Worship
Even though we must be apart, we will continue to worship together. Worship services will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page and on YouTube (links are provided in Manakin’s weekly emails). The livestreamed services may also be accessed from our website’s homepage. You will be able to play the videos of these services at a later time if you are unable to join us at the time of the service.

Sunday Services
On Sundays, there will be one service at 10:00 a.m. Service bulletins are emailed each week and are also available on our website.

Christmas Eve Service
There will be one service on Christmas Eve at 4:00 p.m.

Wreaths Across America
Manakin will still hold Wreaths Across the America at 10:00 a.m. on December 19, as this is held outdoors.

Other Church Activities
The church’s weekly emails will include updates on other Manakin activities and will keep you posted on the various ways you can continue to connect with your church family.

In-Person Services and Activities Cancelled through March 26

by Church Staff

In Virginia and across the United States, individuals, communities, schools, businesses, churches and countless others have been taking steps to mitigate the impact of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Working from home; cancelling or postponing events and gatherings; and temporarily closing schools and businesses are among the steps being taken to enact social distancing practices in an effort to lessen the spread of the virus.

Given this rapidly evolving situation and to safeguard our parishioners, clergy, staff and our communities, Bishop Susan Haynes announced on March 12 that she is cancelling all in-person church activities, including services in the Diocese of Southern Virginia for the next two weeks. The Diocese will continue to monitor information and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, and community health professionals, and by March 26, it will share further guidance about future church activities.

During this time, Manakin’s church office plans to maintain its regular hours, and Gini+ will be available for church and pastoral needs.

Read Bishop Hayne’s full message, which includes links to worship at home resources, at www.diosova.org/congregation_res/article467662.htm.

We encourage you to monitor Manakin’s Facebook page for updates, messages and additional resources.

Welcome Bishop Haynes!

by Church Staff

On February 1, 2020 The Rt. Rev. Susan B. Haynes was ordained and consecrated as the Diocese of Southern Virginia’s 11th Bishop. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry was the chief consecrator at the service, held at Williamsburg Community Chapel in Williamsburg.

Before moving to Virginia, Bishop Haynes served for 11 years as the rector of St. Paul’s in Mishawaka, Indiana. She is married to the Rev. Thomas Haynes, and they have two daughters, Sarah and Avery.

If you’d like to learn more about the ordination and consecration of Bishop Haynes:

Interested in reading more about Bishop Haynes? Visit the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia’s web site.

Marking Advent at Manakin

by Church Staff

Advent marks the beginning of our Church year, and Manakin invites you to participate in its upcoming Advent activities.

Adult Forum: A Meaningful Advent
Sunday, December 1
9:00 a.m. in Denny Hall
During this forum, led by The Rev. Gini DiStanislao and Director of Christian Formation Julia Eliades, we will explore the ways you and your family can fully immerse yourself in the Advent season. We will share ideas and practices that will reduce stress and allow you opportunities for intentional prayer and reflection throughout the season.

Decorating the Chrismon Tree
Sunday, December 1
After the 10:00 a.m. service in Denny Hall
We’ll come together to mark the first Sunday in Advent by decorating the Chrismon Tree. Chrismons are ornaments that declare the name, the life and the saving acts of Jesus Christ.

Advent Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 8
10:00 a.m. in the church
During our service, music and readings will help us prepare for the coming of the Messiah.

Adult Forum: Sharing your Favorite Crèche
Sunday, December 15
9:00 a.m. in Denny Hall
Crèches, a representation of the scene of Jesus Christ’s birth, are displayed in many of our homes at Christmas. The Rev. Gini DiStanislao and Director of Christian Formation Julia Eliades will guide us in a conversation about the crèche, and attendees are invited to bring in their favorite crèche and share its special meaning.

Advent Bible Study
Tuesday, December 17
9:30 a.m. in Denny Hall
Our Tuesday morning class will gather for a time of prayer, study and reflection as we prepare to celebrate the coming of the Savior Jesus.

Finding Peace and Quiet
Wednesday, December 18
12:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the church
Stop by the church for a break from the busyness of the season. Say a prayer, light a candle and give yourself the gift of peace.

Manakin Church Announces Holy Week Services

by Church Staff

Manakin Church will have the following services for Palm Sunday and Holy Week:

Palm Sunday
March 25
8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
The Liturgy of the Palms & Holy Eucharist

Maundy Thursday
March 29
10:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Holy Eucharist

Good Friday
March 30
12:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Good Friday Liturgy

Easter Sunday
April 1
8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist

We hope you’ll join us for these services. All are welcome!