Episcopal Church
WORSHIP TIMES
Holy Eucharist
8:00 a.m. (Rite I) Sundays
10:30 a.m. (Rite II) Sundays
6:00 p.m. Wednesdays
Faith Formation
9:15 a.m. Sundays
Morning Prayer
7:30 a.m. Thursdays
AN INCLUSIVE CHURCH
celebrating God's love at work in our lives and in the world
Valuing scripture, tradition and reason as the foundation of our faith, Eastern Shore Chapel is an inclusive church in the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia. We seek to be conduits of God's healing and restoration, working toward openness and understanding, justice, and healing and wholeness of life for all people.
Our Virginia Beach Episcopal Church welcomes into the full life and ministry of the church persons of every race, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and economic status. If you're looking for a Spirit-filled, Christ-centered community where you can grow in your faith and relationship with Jesus, you'll feel right at home in our congregation.
MOST RECENT WORSHIP SERVICE
UPCOMING EVENTS
Hosting Winter Shelter
Dec. 1-7
Your help is needed, see details
Saturday, Dec.11 | 9am-12pm
A morning of crafts and fellowship for children.
Arts and Reconciliation Event
Dec. 11-12 | 6:00pm
In the sanctuary, featuring Stephanie Urbina Jones & The Honky Tonk Mariachi
Advent Services
Sunday, Dec. 5
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Rabbi Israel Zoberman joins us for a discussion on Hanukkah
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4pm Lessons and Carols service
Sunday, Dec. 19
4pm a Service of Christmas Carols, featuring the Eastern Shore Chapel Choir and local orchestra members
Christmas Services
Friday, Dec. 24
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4pm Christmas Pageant
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9pm Candlelight Service
Saturday, Dec. 25
4pm Christmas Day Service
A MILITARY-FRIENDLY CHURCH
that understands your needs
Are you PCSing to Hampton Roads, or perhaps recently relocated here? Eastern Shore Chapel Episcopal Church has a long history of welcoming and supporting the local military community. Our large church community of retired military members readily provides a listening ear, empathy, and active encouragement to military families. Watch our military welcome video and learn more on how we support military families >
WHAT MAKES OUR CHURCH SPECIAL?
Extensive Grounds
Come explore our 32 acres of land, including an outdoor chapel & labyrinth. Caring for God's creation is a priority.
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Music
Our large, traditional music ministry includes a 35-member choir, children's choir, handbells, concerts with orchestra, music camp & more.
Prison Ministry
"I was in prison and you visited me.” We focus on inmates with long sentences whom family has stopped visiting.
Our Rabbi
Our clergy includes a "rabbi scholar," who shares with us his knowledge of the Hebrew Scripture and Jewish faith.
Parish Day School
One of the top preschools in Hampton Roads, our full-day care has maintained the coveted NAEYC accreditation.
Chapel Pantry
We feed the hungry onsite, with full client choice in our aisles and produce market. Donate or volunteer!
Parish Book Store
Come shop for gifts, Christian accents and jewelry, and of course books (also sold through our online book store!)
Cemetery
We have one of the area's few cemeteries that allow engraved memorial stones. Soon expanding by 1800 graves.
A SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH
on a mission
To love all as Christ loves us and to share the light of God through worship, service, and ministry.