The October 10, 2022, newsletter for the appalachian-alliance, written by Chris Brown, details autumn schedules, diocesan programs, and outreach contributions.

Key Events

• Fall Youth Event (FYE22): Nov 12–13 at Camp Bethel (Fincastle, VA) for grades 6–12. Theme: "Expect the Unexpected."
• Fall Mission Day: Oct 29 at St. John's, Roanoke, featuring convocation elections.
• Beloved Community Zoom: Oct 26 session on regional ministry in action.
• Safeguarding God's Children: Zoom training on Nov 10.

Alliance Services & Classes

• Oct 16: Stras Memorial (11:00 AM).
• Oct 23: Christ Church (10:00 AM), All Saints (5:00 PM).
• Oct 30: 5th Sunday joint service at Christ Church (11:00 AM).
• Nov 1: All Saints Day service and remembrance of Rev. Fran McCoy at All Saints (7:00 PM).
• Nov 6: Stras Memorial (11:00 AM), St. Mark's (5:00 PM).

Outreach Finances

• Haiti Partnership: $6,230
• Binns-counts: $4,550
• Flood Relief (including UTO grant & material support): $24,000
• Community programs (Bluefield Union, Tazewell Ministerial, Jail Ministry, Food Pantry): $2,700