Last summer, St. James Episcopal Church in Lewisburg hosted a series of intercambio dinners that brought together members of the local community—both Latino and English-speaking neighbors—for an evening of conversation, learning, and friendship. The idea grew out of experiences one of the organizers had while traveling abroad as a young adult. He would meet with… Continue reading Building Community One Conversation at a Time
This is my first summer in West Virginia. It is not, however, my first summer in Appalachia. For many years I have come to love these mountains and the people who call them home. Appalachian summers have their own rhythm. They invite us onto front porches and into lawn chairs after the heat of the… Continue reading Summer in the Mountain State
From our Executive Director Rev. Dr. Doug Dyson There’s a place along a back road that I know—the kind of narrow road that bends more than it runs straight, where the trees lean in close and the hills seem to hold their breath at dusk. If you drive it slow enough, you’ll see it: a… Continue reading “Where the Road Bends: Meeting at the Cross”
On March 1, I stepped into a new role as Executive Director of the West Virginia Council of Churches. In many ways, it feels less like beginning something entirely new and more like stepping into a story that has been unfolding for a long time—one that I’m now invited to help carry forward. Whenever I… Continue reading Listening for the Stories of the Church in West Virginia
The West Virginia Council of Churches, one of the nation’s oldest and most revered state councils of churches, with roots going back to 1820, is embarking on a search for our next executive steward. Our next leader will be the public face of our common witness to make visible the God-given unity of the whole… Continue reading Seeking Our Next Executive Director!
After nearly two decades of dedicated leadership with the West Virginia Council of Churches, Rev. Jeff Allen has retired. His tenure as Executive Director was marked by a steadfast commitment to ecumenical collaboration, social justice, and compassionate service, leaving a lasting impact on churches and communities across the state. Rev. Allen’s journey in ministry began… Continue reading Rev. Jeff Allen Retires as Our Executive Director
The West Virginia Council of Churches will host our 143rd Annual Assembly on October 28 at the St. John XXIII Pastoral Center in Charleston, West Virginia. This year’s theme is “Christ or Caesar: An Exploration of Church and State." We will spend the day reflecting on this relationship and hearing from several thought-provoking speakers. We’ll also honor our 2024 Mary… Continue reading A Q&A with Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball
On October 28, 2024, we'll be hosting our 143rd Annual Assembly. This year’s theme is “Christ or Caesar: An Exploration of Church and State.” We’ll spend the day reflecting on this relationship and hearing from several thought-provoking speakers, including Rev. ellie hutchison, who's coming all the way from Arizona! We hope you’ll be able to attend this year’s Annual Assembly… Continue reading A Q&A with Rev. ellie hutchison
On October 28, 2024, the West Virginia Council of Churches will host its 143rd Annual Assembly. This year’s theme is “Christ or Caesar: An Exploration of Church and State.” We’ll spend the day reflecting on this relationship and hearing from several thought-provoking speakers, including Dr. Laura Harbert Allen. We hope you’ll be able to attend this year’s Annual… Continue reading A Q&A with Dr. Laura Harbert Allen
On October 28, 2024, the West Virginia Council of Churches will host its 143rd Annual Assembly. This year’s theme is “Christ or Caesar: An Exploration of Church and State." We'll spend the day reflecting on this relationship and hearing from several thought-provoking speakers, including the Most Reverend Matthew Lynn Riegel, Bishop of the West Virginia-Western Maryland Synod of… Continue reading A Q&A with Bishop Matthew Riegel
