Youth & Camps

Youth ministry is one of the top priorities of the Diocese of Virginia as we look toward growing our future mission and ministry. The work of youth ministry falls under the Office of Christian Formation. To learn more, please contact Paris Ball (800-DIOCESE x24).

Registration for the 2012 camp season at Shrine Mont is open!

Youth Ministries and Events in the Diocese of Virginia

• Youth Ministries Blog
• Shrine Mont Camps: Each summer, the Office of Christian Formation operates 10 camps at Shrine Mont, the Episcopal retreat center in Orkney Springs, Va.
• Parish Youth Ministries Committee: This committee of diocesan youth enables young people to be full and active participants in the life of the Church. PYM organizes youth events and promotes youth involvement, in addition to providing support at Annual Council meetings.
• Sixth- and Seventh-Grade Weekend: This PYM-sponsored event takes place at Shrine Mont every fall, and is a chance for middle schoolers and their leaders to come together for a time of fellowship and growth.
• Eighth-Grade Weekend: Eighth graders and their youth leaders are invited to Shrine Mont each fall for two nights of retreat.
• Senior High Weekend: This annual spring event at Shrine Mont is an opportunity for high school students to come together.
• Diocesan Youth Day of Service: This is a time for youth to come together from different churches and regions and learn why service and outreach are important parts of a Christian life. Attendees will also participate in a hands-on service project.
• Diocesan Youth Mission Trip: Each year, the Diocese sponsors and helps plan a mission trip for all youth in our Diocese.