Dear St. John’s,
We are honored and delighted to share that on Sunday, November 22, St. John’s will welcome the Rt. Rev. Rob Skirving, recently retired Bishop of East Carolina, who is serving as the visiting bishop for the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina through the end of 2026 and into 2027.
During his visit, those who wish to formally join the Episcopal Church will have the opportunity to be confirmed. If you are interested in confirmation, or would like to learn more about what that process looks like, please reach out to the church office at office@stjohnssylva.org. We will be happy to connect with you, gather the necessary information, and coordinate with the Diocese ahead of Bishop Skirving’s visit.
We also encourage you to help spread the word! If you know someone who has been considering confirmation, is interested in becoming part of the Episcopal Church, or might simply like to learn more, please share this exciting opportunity with them.
We look forward to welcoming Bishop Skirving and celebrating this special occasion together!