Parish Happenings & Updates (Page 6)

Parish Happenings & Updates (Page 6)

In Memoriam: Mary L. Hoffman

It is with great sadness that we share the news of Mary Hoffman’s death, even though we celebrate her life and her nearer presence with God. Mary and her husband Don and their daughter Susan were active members of Emmanuel over 20 years ago until they moved away. The banner hanging on the left side of the church over the choir stall was designed and created by Mary, with assistance from our own Trudy Pence.  You can read about Mary’s…

Fall Camp 2023

🍁 Join Fall Camp 2023! 🍁 When: October 23-26 Where: Shrine Mont Conference Center Register: Click here to register Participants Include: Diana Butler Bass, Keynoter The Rt. Reverend Martin Townsend, Chaplain Ed Kilbourne, Folk Theologian About Fall Camp: Sponsored by the Tri-Diocesan Council on Aging (Virginia, Southern Virginia and Southwestern Virginia), Fall Camp invites seniors (and those who feel young at heart) for an enriching four-day retreat in the beautiful mountains of Virginia. This year’s camp will feature Keynote Speaker,…

Regional Serivce at Shrinemont

The Southern Shenandoah Region will host a Service of Holy Eucharist and Confirmation at Shrine Mont (at the Shrine) on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at 11 a.m. Bishop Gayle Harris will preside and preach. Lunch and Fellowship: Lunch will follow, offering an opportunity for fellowship and community building. If you plan to attend lunch, please email Mother Kathy at beckfordrector@gmail.com so she can make a reservation for you. The cost of lunch is $17. Reservation Deadline: Please send your reservation…