The October 17, 2022 newsletter for the appalachian-alliance details diocesan events, outreach initiatives, and local parish schedules.

Upcoming Events

• Fall Youth Event (FYE22): "Expect the Unexpected" at Camp Bethel (Fincastle, VA) on Nov 12–13. For grades 6–12. Cost is $75.
• Fall Mission Day: Oct 29 at St. John's, Roanoke. Includes in-person elections and convention business.
• Becoming Beloved Community: "Being the Hands and Feet" Zoom panel on Oct 26.
• Safeguarding God's Children: Zoom training on Nov 10 with Pattie Ames.
• Forma Conference: Diocesan block registration options for Jan 17–19, 2023, in Alexandria, VA.

Alliance Outreach & Projects

• Flood Relief: $8,000 direct relief, $9,000 material support, and a $7,000 UTO grant.
• Partnerships: Haiti Partnership ($6,230), Binns-counts ($4,550), Bluefield Union Mission ($900), A Child Shall Lead Them Food Pantry ($900), Tazewell Ministerial ($600), Jail Ministry ($300).

Combined Services

• Oct 30 (5th Sunday): Joint Alliance service at Christ Church (11 AM).
• Nov 1 (All Saints): Service at All Saints (7 PM) in memory of Rev. Fran McCoy.