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6/3 The Beckford Connection
REGATHERING UPDATE As Covid-related infection rates continue to fall in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and Shenandoah County, we have revised guidelines for worship. As of May 30, the following changes took effect for worship in Beckford Parish. The wearing of masks is optional with the exception of congregational singing (masks are to be worn for congregational singing). Although I am fully vaccinated, I will continue to wear a mask indoors, removing it only while actively leading worship and preaching. I…
Regathering Updates 5/26/21
We are announcing new changes being put in place for in-person worship as of May 28. Bishop Goff has delegated authority to local clergy to make best decisions for our congregations, which brought about these updates. Going forward, we must continue to monitor two things: public health markers and guidance from civic authorities, including the CDC, the Virginia Department of Health and the Governor of Virginia. Please read the letter below for the church you attend for the latest info.…
5/27/21 The Beckford Connection
This week’s updates and information.
5/20/21 The Beckford Connection
UPDATING THE PRAYER LIST Please take a moment to review the prayer list to see if there are any names you’ve added that can now be removed. You can email the names to Melissa. Thank you to everyone who has already contacted her. Starting June 1, we’re starting a new prayer list process. Every two months, the prayer list will be updated so that we make sure it stays current. We’ll include a note in The Beckford Connection for two…
5/13 The Beckford Connection
UPDATING THE PRAYER LIST Please take a moment to review the prayer list to see if there are any names you’ve added that can now be removed. You can email the names to Melissa. Thank you to everyone who has already contacted her. Starting June 1, we’re starting a new prayer list process. Every two months, the prayer list will be updated so that we make sure it stays current. We’ll include a note in The Beckford Connection for two weeks before so…
Resuming In-Person Worship
We’re happy to share the news that we can regather for in-person worship starting on May 23rd. Please read the letter for more information.
4/29/21 The Beckford Connection
UPDATING PRAYER LIST Please take a moment to review the prayer list to see if there are any names you’ve added that can now be removed. You can email the names to Melissa. Some names have been on for a year and it is getting rather long, so we want to be sure it is correct. Starting June 1, we’re starting a new prayer list process. Every two months, the prayer list will be updated so that we make sure…
4/22 The Beckford Connection
UPDATING PRAYER LIST Please take a moment to review the prayer list to see if there are any names you’ve added that can now be removed. You can email the names to Melissa. Some names have been on for a year and it is getting rather long, so we want to be sure it is correct. Thanks to everyone who has sent in updates so far. COLUMBARIUM UPDATE The columbarium has been installed at Emmanuel. Watch for more info coming…
4/15/21 The Beckford Connection
UPDATING PRAYER LIST Please take a moment to review the prayer list to see if there are any names you’ve added that can now be removed. You can email the names to Melissa. Some names have been on for a year and it is getting rather long, so we want to be sure it is correct. COLUMBARIUM UPDATE The columbarium has been installed at Emmanuel. Watch for more info coming soon. REGATHERING UPDATE In an effort to help determine a…
4/8/21 The Beckford Connection
EASTER SERVICE AT SHRINE MONT We had a wonderful Easter service at Shrine Mont. Thank you to Carolyn Wilson and Shrine Mont for the beautiful flower arrangements and to Shelia Helsley, Jonathan Nateghi-Asli, Chip Belyea and Rod Shepherd for sharing photos with us. Some are included below and more can be found on our Facebook page. DIOCESAN-WIDE MORNING PRAYER SERVICE THIS SUNDAY Bishop Goff is preaching and the service features readings and music from Executive Board leadership and congregations across…
Sunday Diocesan-Wide Service
This Sunday, April 11, Bishop Goff is preaching and the service features readings and music from Executive Board leadership and congregations across the Diocese. The service premieres on YouTube and Facebook at 8 a.m. Sunday. You’ll also find the links on our Facebook page at 7:30 a.m. The bulletin is available on the Diocese website. Once the service airs, you can watch it any time using these links. Mother Kathy is taking Sunday off so please join the Diocesan service as there…
Sunrise Easter Service
You’ve invited to watch the Woodstock Ministerial Alliance Easter Sunrise Service video