The Church of the Resurrection

Bishop Alan Hawkins Addresses Resolution of Complaints Against Fr. Dan Claire

Rez Admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:41:15 +0000

Bishop Alan Hawkins’ letter to the Church of the Resurrection concludes a years-long review of complaints against Fr. Dan Claire. It acknowledges flaws in the diocesan process, shares findings from a neutral third-party review confirming no canonical violations, and reaffirms Fr. Dan’s ministry with full diocesan support.

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2018 Parish Retreat Registration

Betsy Coopersmith — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 21:32:08 +0000

Join us as we retreat, rest, fellowship, and grow in communion with the Lord and his people.

Please sign up here for the Parish Retreat at Meadowkirk in Middleburg, Virginia. From Friday night, May 4th to Sunday mid-morning, May 6th.

Registration will close on Wednesday, April 11 and all payments are due by Sunday, April 22. Registrations cancelled by the retreat participant must be paid in full if cancelled after Wednesday, April 11.

We have scholarships available! If you need financial assistance to attend, please reach out to Betsy Coopersmith.

Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!!!

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Resources for Lent

Dan Claire — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 21:43:26 +0000

For Christians everywhere, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the “bright sadness” of Lent. The Orthodox theologian Alexander Schmemann originally described the paradox of Lent in this way, capturing well these two very different emotions that we experience throughout the Christian life–and especially during the days of preparation before Easter. On the one hand, because it’s a penitential season, we’re acutely aware of the mess that we have made of our own lives as well as the brokenness of our world. On the other hand, in the midst of the darkness, we experience God’s brightness all the more clearly. Anglican pastor Arthur Bennett captured this paradox in a prayer called The Valley of Vision: “Lord, in the daytime stars can be seen from deepest wells, and the deeper the wells the brighter your stars shine; Let me find your light in my darkness…” Through the bright sadness of this season, may God grant us deep and lasting renewal, so that we might shine like stars–the light of the world, for the life of the world.

Join us in observing Lent this year. It’s not too late to participate and make the most of this season. Here are some resources for making the most of the Lenten season:

The Good of Giving Up. Aaron Damiani is the Rector of Immanuel Anglican in Chicago, and formerly on the pastoral staff at Church of the Resurrection. He is the author of a great new book on Lent called The Good of Giving Up. Bishop Steve Breedlove reviewed Aaron’s book here.

Primer & Devotional. The Church of the Incarnation (Harrisonburg) produced a Primer on Lent as well as this Lenten Devotional through the Gospel of John.

What’s Ash Wednesday? Check out this blog post by Greg Goebel, or this video from Jack King.

Lenten Meditation. Here’s a terrific meditation on Lent from acclaimed theologian Peter Leithart, who will be at Resurrection during the first weekend in May.

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Parish Retreat April 21-23, 2017

Betsy Coopersmith — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 19:15:04 +0000

“Going to church” every Sunday can seem like a quaint relic of yesteryear. And when we think about all our burdens and responsibilities, the additional responsibility of church participation can feel like the last straw. But God’s Word teaches that being part of a church family is rich and life-giving. “Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near” (Hebrews 10:24-25)

Why do we gather? Who are these people, and why should I love them? What happens spiritually when we gather together on Sundays?

Join us to reflect on these questions together as we rest and grow in communion with the Lord and his people.

Please sign up here for the Parish Retreat at Meadowkirk in Middleburg, Virginia. From Friday night, April 21 to Sunday mid-morning, April 23.

Registration will close on Wednesday, April 5 and all payments are due by Sunday, April 9. Registrations cancelled by the retreat participant must be paid in full if cancelled after Wednesday, April 12.

We have scholarships available! If you need financial assistance to attend, please do not hesitate to reach out to Hrvoje.

Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!!!

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Holy Land Pilgrimage

Dan Claire — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 18:44:20 +0000

Join Dan & Elise Claire and a wonderful group of friends for a once-in-a- lifetime pilgrimage to the Holy Land: June 23-July 2, 2018. Visit all the key sites of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee and Jerusalem. Tour many other important places in biblical Israel, including the Dead Sea, Caesarea, Qumran, and Masada. Experience rich times of worship together. Each night, stay in excellent accommodations and enjoy the fruit of the Promised Land. And on Sunday, July 1, 2018, experience rich worship in the Anglican tradition at historic Christ Church, Jerusalem.

Optional Jordan Extension: July 2-5, 2018. Continue on with the group to see Petra, Amman, Mt. Nebo, and Jerash!

Join many Rez members, singles, parents, kids, empty-nesters, and pilgrims from many different faith traditions.

We hope you’ll join us. Read the complete details here. To register, go to: RegisterNow.ittworld.com, Tour Code: Claire18.

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Christmas Eve Services 5 pm & 11 pm

Betsy Coopersmith — Mon, 19 Dec 2016 19:25:53 +0000

The 5 pm service is more family-friendly (no communion), 11 pm is eucharist by candlelight. No childcare at either service, but the nursery will be available for parents.

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Lessons & Carols

Betsy Coopersmith — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 14:11:20 +0000

Church of the Resurrection’s annual Lessons & Carols service will be held on December 18, 2016 at 5pm at Christ Our Shepherd Church. It is one of the highlights of the season together as we sing familiar carols and listen to readings of God’s promises and the story of Jesus’ birth and is a great opportunity to bring friends and family. Nursery care will be provided.

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Christmas Eve Services

Betsy Coopersmith — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 14:05:39 +0000

Church of the Resurrection will be holding two Christmas Eve services this year. At 5pm on Christmas Eve we will have a family friendly Evening Prayer service. There will not be communion at this service.

We will also have a candlelit Midnight Christmas Eucharistic Service which will begin at 11pm and end shortly after midnight.

There will not be childcare at either service, but the nursery will be open for use by parents.

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2016 Advent Daily Readings

Betsy Coopersmith — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 16:26:21 +0000

The Advent season is here! To help us all prepare for the coming of the Christ child, consider using this devotional as a guide for your daily readings.

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Rock Recovery Event- Building Bridges

Betsy Coopersmith — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 19:21:25 +0000

Local nonprofit Rock Recovery is hosting its biggest event of the year, Building Bridges, on May 12th at the University Club in Washington, DC. Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund, will be emceeing the event. Dr. Curt Thompson, founder of Being Known and author of The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stores We Believe About Ourselves, is serving as the keynote speaker and will unpack shame’s impact on us all, the neurobiological roots behind it, and how to overcome it.

All proceeds support Rock Recovery’s work of helping individuals and communities to find freedom from disordered eating through affordable recovery and community empowerment programs.

There are a few special ways you can get involved:

Buy an event ticket and enjoy the networking receptions and program
Host friends or colleagues as a ticket sponsor
Become a business sponsor for the event or donate a silent auction item

The event details are below. If you have any questions you can contact Rock Recovery’s Executive Director, Christie Dondero, at christie@rockrecoveryed.org.

Date: Thursday May 12, 6:30 – 9:00 PM

Location: The University Club, Washington DC (1135 16th St NW)

Registration: – CLICK HERE

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