Chanco on the James Camp and Retreat Center

10/13/2026

🍂 EYC Fall Weekend is coming to Chanco! 🍂

Youth in grades 6–12 (and their adult leaders) are invited to join us at Chanco on the James for a weekend of fun, fellowship, music, and spiritual growth with friends old and new from across the Diocese.

This year’s theme is “Past, Present & Future: We Are a New Creation.” ✨

Come spend the weekend growing in faith, building community, and enjoying some of what Chanco has to offer — all while making memories together.

📅 Fall Weekend: November 6 – 8
📍 Chanco on the James
📝 Registration is open through Monday, October 26!

Have questions? Contact Missioner for Youth and College Ministries Adrienne Monahan at [email protected].

Ready to join us? Register today! ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFxOCheLFYxJoDHg6ZLkXhfV0SGmVWQGgqEM1Ym0gBCawanA/viewform

10/12/2026

🌎 Today on , Chanco honors those who have walked this land long before us.

❤️ We give thanks for their wisdom, care for creation, and enduring presence. May we live in greater respect, reconciliation, and humility. 🌿

*📸 Photos from the 2024 Matoka Event — Indigenous Convocation

10/10/2026

🚨 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘'𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘! 🚨

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍!! 🥳

➡️ Head to the camp site here » chanco.org/camps/camp-info to check out session dates and secure your camper's spot for a summer filled with adventure, faith, and FUN!

See you at camp! ✌️

10/08/2026

The face our campers make when they realize summer camp 2027 registration opens in just TWO days...

➡ Head here » chanco.org/camps/camp-info « this Sat, 10/10, and secure your camper's spot for a 2027 summer session.
..We don't know who is more excited...us or the campers!! 🤩

10/07/2026

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒊𝒔 𝑶𝑵. 👀🔥☀️🏕️🌊🎵✝️🌭

➡️ Registration for summer camp 2027 opens 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎.

Who’s ready?
𝘞𝘦 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯'𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘵. 😉

⏰ Set your alarm for Oct 10
🌟 Bookmark this page » chanco.org/camps/camp-info
😎 Secure your camper's spot for the summer of a lifetime

10/05/2026

Canterbury students from across the diocese have an opportunity to gather for a weekend of community, rest, reflection, fun and worship Oct. 30 – Nov. 1 at Chanco on the James.

Participants will have an opportunity to connect with other Canterbury students and can try their hand at archery, zip line, and the ropes course.

For questions contact Adrienne Monahan, Missioner for Youth and College Ministries at (757) 213-3393 or [email protected].

Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfu-7d1lPjRsEpQLveEpQRtLqbPUvHRizeCfHc4mXSR70WE8g/viewform

09/22/2026

🍂🛠️ 𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑺 𝑾𝑬𝑬𝑲𝑬𝑵𝑫 𝒂𝒕 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐! 🛠️🍂

There’s still time to join us for Fall Volunteer Weekend, this Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27!

Come lend a hand, get a little dirty, enjoy some fellowship, and help get Chanco ready for another generation of campers. ❤️

We’ve got projects for all skill levels, including:
🔨 Gaga pit + Shark Tower repairs
🛶 Boat repairs and wiring
🌿 Fall cleanup + Prayer Garden
🎨 Painting and staining
⛪ Chapel cleanup and mulching
…and more!

This event is FREE and open to all ages. Helpers under 18 must have a parent/guardian present.

Bring your work gloves, your own tools if you have them, and a willingness to help. Come for the day or stay for the weekend! Overnight lodging is limited, so register now.

👉 We could use your help THIS WEEKEND. Come be part of keeping Chanco ready for the next generation!

09/16/2026

🍂 𝑭𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑺 𝑺𝑼𝑵𝑫𝑨𝒀! 🍂

Ready for a little Chanco magic? Come explore our 125 acres of camp, zip through the trees, play camp games, get creative, enjoy some camp food, and meet the people who make Chanco feel like home. ❤️

📅 Sunday, September 20
⏰ 1–4 PM
🎟️ FREE & open to all ages!

Never been to Chanco? 👀 Come see what you’ve been missing!
Already love Chanco? 😉 Bring a friend! If they register for camp, you’ll earn $100 in Chanco Bucks.

Come experience Chanco for yourself! 🫶

👉 Learn more: https://chanco.org/event/fall-open-house

09/02/2026

We’re honored to welcome Cursillo Weekend #177 to Chanco on the James! 💙

This October 1–4, Chanco will be the gathering place for a weekend of faith, reflection, fellowship, and deepening your relationship with Christ.

If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to grow in your faith and connect with a supportive spiritual community, this weekend may be just what you’ve been looking for.

📅 October 1–4, 2026
📍 Chanco on the James | Spring Grove, VA
📝 Registration deadline: September 15

Learn more through the Diocese of Southern Virginia Cursillo community. De colores! 🌈

Wednesday's Who? What? When? Where? Why?

Who? Everyone who would like to attend a Cursillo Weekend for the first time.

What? Cursillo Weekend #177 in the Diocese of Southern Virginia. "Cursillo" means short course and it is packed with experiences for living out the rest of your life of faith with a supportive community of people just like you.

When? October 1-4, 2026. Deadline for registration is September 15, 2026. Email us at [email protected] for more information.

Where? Weekend #177 will be held at Chanco on the James Camp and Retreat Center in Spring Grove, VA.

Why? To renew and deepen your relationship with Christ, build a supportive spiritual community, and learn practical ways to live out your faith every day.

De colores!