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Your Property, God's Mission

Many churches are carrying the weight of aging buildings, shrinking budgets, and uncertain next steps.

At VEREP, we walk with Episcopal congregations in Virginia as they discern how to transform their property; whether sanctuary, rectory, schools or vacant land into tools for lasting mission and sustainability.

Feeling the strain of buildings that no longer serve your mission? 

You’re not alone.

Across the Diocese, clergy and lay leaders are asking hard questions:

  • How can we afford to maintain this property?

  • What’s the faithful response to so much underused space?

  • Is there more we could be doing for our neighbors?

The calling is clear. But the path forward isn’t. That’s where we come in.

Rooted in Discernment. Built for Impact.

VEREP helps congregations explore how their land and buildings can serve their community through housing, education, food access, and more.

We’re not developers. We’re discernment partners—offering coaching, tools, and technical support for every stage of the journey. Whether you’re just beginning or already envisioning possibilities, we’ll walk with you toward a faithful and sustainable future.

Your path forward, step by faithful step.

  • Discern with Confidence - Reflect on your mission and explore what’s possible with what you already have.

  • Plan with Support - Receive guidance on feasibility, funding, and next steps that fit your context.

  • Act with Courage - See how other churches are turning vision into action—and begin your own story of transformation.

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“This journey of faith, time, vision and many, many meetings has gone from a wild idea to a breathtaking reality.”

-Central UMC, Arlington

For Clergy.
For Lay Leaders.
For the Church.

Whatever your role, you’re not expected to figure it out alone.

Whether you're a rector facing tough decisions or a lay leader looking for clear guidance, we meet you where you are. VEREP offers tools tailored to your role, grounded in Episcopal values, and built to support your congregation’s next faithful step.

Lay Leaders and Vestry in Discernment Meeting

Prefer to Explore Independently First?

Our growing library of tools and examples can help your congregation take a faithful first step, even before a formal engagement

Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Start with one faithful step.

Let’s imagine what’s possible—together.

VEREP is here to help your congregation discern, develop, and steward its sacred space in service of God’s mission.

 

We believe every congregation has a faithful path forward—even when the way isn’t clear at first.

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