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Columbus Day Letter from Bishop Haynes

On Monday, October 12, Chanco and the offices of the Diocese of Southern Virginia will be closed. Officially the day, known as “Columbus Day,” commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus on American soil in 1492. The arrival of Columbus paved the way for...

Chanco Chatter: E-Newsletter Digest

Stay up-to-date with the latest from Chanco with the Chanco Chatter e-newsletter: December 2020: Chanco for Christmas November 2020: Give Now for Chanco’s Future; Double Your Gift November 2020: A Time To Give Thanks October 2020: Happy Indigenous People’s...

Help Chanco Win a Printing Grant

Conquest Graphics offers up to $5,000 in free printing services to the non-profit with the most votes. Help Chanco win by clicking this logo, choosing “Chanco on the James” and submitting your vote today! It takes just two minutes of your time. Now more than ever...

Bishop Letters on the Death of George Floyd

June 1, 2020 We cannot continue to be silent. Too long we have refused to receive the breath of the Holy Spirit. Martin Luther King, Jr. said “There comes a time when silence is betrayal.” In our silence we have dismissed the indiscriminate killing and violence levied...

#GivingTuesdayNow May 5

Chanco will be participating in #GivingTuesdayNow on May 5th – a global day of generosity and unity, a day to come together and give back in response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19, no matter who or where we are. Chanco will take this day to express...

A message to our Chanco family re: COVID-19

Dear friends, Our hearts go out to everyone who has been impacted by the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Chanco’s mission is to promote the spiritual and physical wellness of God’s people. So we wanted to reach out during these challenging times to let you...

Women’s Lenten Retreat March 6-7, 2020

Gravity and Grace Exploring Themes of Darkness and Light in our Lenten Journeys Open to women 18 and older Cost:  Friday and Saturday: $95 shared room or $135 for private room (includes reception, accommodations, meals, and program)Saturday only: $35...

Join us for a volunteer work weekend!

Come give back to a place that has given so much to so many people. On Saturday, Nov 2nd we invite you to help us keep Chanco beautiful. We will be doing an assortment of projects. These projects will include painting, landscaping, and even some light carpentry. If...

Carter’s Walk – October 5, 2019

The Rev. Carter Sinclair, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Virginia Beach The Rev. Carter Sinclair, Deacon at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Virginia Beach, has made a commitment to walk 65 kilometers for his 65thbirthday! Carter hopes to complete this walk in 12 hours or less...
Women’s Retreat in Lent

Women’s Retreat in Lent

Join women from all over the diocese at Chanco’s Semi-Annual Women’s Retreat. Come together with meaningful discussions, spiritually renewing worship, and fabulous fellowship. This event is open to women 18 years and older. This years theme will be Room at...

Snow Day Social Media Superstars

Dear Chanco family, During the recent snow, we have been posting photos of our friends in the snow with a sign that reminds folks that a snow day is a great day to think summer and sign up for summer camp! If you or your children would like to join the action and...

Don’t miss the Food for the Soul retreat October 19-21

  Come feed yourself and your soul. This weekend will feature an amazing menu, a cooking lesson with Chef Raphael, a Friday night campfire and gourmet s’mores bar, a Virginia Wine tasting, the creation of mana bags to help feed others., a candlelit Eucharist, and...

Join us for Chanco’s 50th Anniversary – May 4-6, 2018

Join us at Chanco on the James May 4-6, 2018 and celebrate with us Chanco’s half century birthday! This golden anniversary of Chanco’s ministry will celebrate 50 years of camp programs and many years of Cursillo, EYC, Happening, and retreats. A committee has been...

Vote now for Camp Chanco as Best Summer Camp!

Once again, we need your support!  Help us remain the best summer camp in Virginia as voted by Virginia Living magazine by placing your vote for us today! Virginia Living magazine voting is open for their “Best of 2018” edition and we need your vote! For...

Let’s Dance For Chanco!

Let’s Dance for Chanco! Youth Dance-A-Thon benefiting the Campaign for Chanco   Calling all youth grades 3-12! Join us Saturday, April 21st from 6 – 9 pm (dinner provided) at St. Martin’s in Williamsburg (1333 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185) for our youth...

Save the Date for Chanco Dance-A-Thon April 21st!

Join us April 21st at St. Martins Episcopal Church (1333 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185) for your chance to make a lasting impact on a place that you love! As some of you already know Chanco is in the process of raising money for some very needed...