Diocese, Virginia Parish Reach Agreement on Property
11/10/2006

After nearly nine months of discussions, the Bishop of Virginia, diocesan standing committee, and diocesan executive board reached an agreement Nov. 9 with the vestry of All Saints’ Church, Dale City, on the disposition of property in the event that the congregation votes to end its affiliation with The Episcopal Church and the diocese. A parish meeting to determine affiliation will be held early next month.

Bishop Peter James Lee said it is his fervent hope that the people of All Saints’ will not vote to leave The Episcopal Church.

“Should that be their choice, we will solemnly mourn their departure,” he said. But if the congregation does vote to depart, the agreement “provides a faithful way forward.

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