INTERFAITH POTLUCK
The Interfaith leaders of Fredericksburg invite everyone to bring a dish and make a friend. Join us October 14 at 1 p.m. at the Dorothy Hart Center (408 Canal Street). Please bring a dish to share (please no pork) and an open heart and mind. RSVP to the
church office.
HELP OUT THE TABLE
The Table needs a responsible person to pick up donations from the Panera on Rte. 17 on Monday nights around 9 p.m. and bring them to the church Monday night or early Tuesday morning. We also need someone to shadow Richard Conway at Wegman's on the 1st, 2nd, and 5th Sunday afternoons. Additionally, our produce team needs adult and teen volunteers on Sunday afternoons from 2:30 - 4 p.m. to meet and unload the fresh produce from the farm truck. Crates can weigh up to 40 lbs., so a little muscle helps.Contact
Grace in Action to get involved.
YOUTH & CHILDREN’S FORMATION
Our Christian Formation for youth and children is fully back to its normal schedule this Sunday. Thanks to everyone for their flexibility the last few weeks.
GHOSTWALK IS BACK!
We are pleased to be part of this year's Ghostwalk event on October 19 and 20. Visit
umwghostwalk.com for more information and to get tickets.
ST. GEORGE'S MEN'S GROUP MEETS OCTOBER 20
The men’s group has its regular monthly meeting on Saturday, October 20, from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Our guest speaker is a refugee from Afghanistan now living and working in Fredericksburg. She will tell some of her story and talk about the conditions in her home country, especially for women. All men and youth ages 11+ are welcome. Childcare is provided. The men’s group is looking for new members. We gather each month for fellowship, food, prayer, and inspiration. Send a message to
stgeorgesmensgroup@gmail.com to rsvp (especially if you need childcare), and/or request email reminders.
2018 VESTRY NOMINATIONS
Nominations for our vestry (leadership board) are open. Candidates must be confirmed, contributing members of the Episcopal Church. Please submit names by Nov. 5. Info sessions are on October 14 at 4:30 p.m. in Elsie Lewis, October 22 at 6 p.m. in Elsie Lewis, or by appointment with the rector. Contact clergy or a vestry member for more information.
BOOK GROUP
St. George's Book Group will be starting discussions for their next book, "The First Christmas: What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus' Birth" by Marcus Borg and John D. Crossan, Tuesday, Oct. 23 AT 7:15 p.m. on the Youth Floor. We'll be discussing the Preface and Chapter 1. Contact: Nanette Lofaro,
nanettel48@ aol.com or Norah Hooper,
nthooper@gmail.com.
SCARY MUSIC IS BACK!
St. George’s organists will perform scary music for the organ on Saturday, October 27 at 7:30 p.m. Bring a friend and come in costume for some extra fun! Admission is free with donations accepted at the door to benefit the organ fund.
CHAMBER SERIES CONTINUES
On October 21 at 3 p.m., come and hear St. George’s musicians in concert. Our choirs, jazz band, and ensembles will share an afternoon of music you won’t want to miss. Admission is free with donations accepted at the door.
PLANT-BASED COOKING
Our stewardship of the earth cooking class/potluck will meet Wednesday, October 24, 5:30-7:30 in Sydnor Hall. Please join St. Georgian Norris Dickard as he shares how cooking vegan and gluten-free need not be complicated. He will demonstrate how to prepare one of his favorite vegan and gluten free Mexican meals. This event is in partnership with the Fredericksburg Food Co-op and a vegan potluck will follow the class. Bring a plant-based dish to share or make a donation to St. George's Food Pantry (The Table) .
SILENT AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED
The preschool is accepting items for our Silent Auction next month. We especially want: artwork, handmade items, gently loved collectibles, services (such as baby-sitting or leaf-raking), gift baskets, etc. Proceeds benefit our scholarship program. Contact
Danielle Davis at the preschool for more information.
CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD TRAINING
Trainer Davette Himes will be here for a refresher training on Saturday, October 13. The class is 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Faulkner Hall with an optional Q and A with Davette from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Current Catechists or those interested in learning more are invited. RSVP to
Hecti Musa.
SUPPORT MICAH
Spencer Devon Brewing is holding a charity beer dinner on October 15 from 7-10 p.m. to benefit Micah Ministries, our partnership with other area churches to help neighbors find a home in our community. Come enjoy great food and craft beer for a good cause.
SATURDAY NIGHT SUPPER
Norris and Delise Dickard are hosting our next “SNS” on October 20 (109 Hawks Nest Dr., Fredericksburg, VA 22405). Bring a dish to share and enjoy some fellowship time! RSVP to: 540 372 3059, or
Norris111@msn.com.
HONORING BISHOP SHANNON
OVER 80’S LUNCHEON
If you are over 80 and you haven't received an invitation to the luncheon on October 24 at 12 p.m., please contact the
church office.
YOUTH TRIP TO BELVEDERE PLANTATION
Youth will meet at church at 5:30 p.m. on October 20 for a van ride to the farm. Cost is $30 to cover the ticket and dinner. Pickup is back at the church at 10:30 p.m.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Re-introducing Hector “Hecti” Musa, our new, full-time director of children’s and youth formation. Hecti is overseeing all our ministries with children, youth, and families. Contact him at
hector.musa@stgeorgesepiscopal.net to get involved, request information, or ask a question.
NEWCOMERS’ LUNCHEON
All newcomers are invited to a lunch held in your honor Sunday, October 21 at 12:30 p.m. in Sydnor Hall. Please RSVP to
Jan in the office.