The St. Georgian Weekly E-newsletter |
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A Word from our Parish Administrator |
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Dear Fellow St. Georgians,
What are you giving thanks for this week?
One of my favorite walks is the one I take to come to the office each day - down the brick pathway, through the graveyard, and over to the church office door. Over the last week or so, the irises along the path have been growing, getting greener each day. Almost overnight, they have burst into scores of vibrant yellow, purple, and lavender.
When I see this joyful life springing up along the way to our church office, I can't help but think of Jan Meredith, Barbara Miller-Richards, and Lisa Bogardus and their ministry of administration at our parish.
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Yesterday (April 27) was Administrative Professionals Day and it seems only fitting to recognize the many ways they minister to the needs of our parish.
Jan, Barbara, and Lisa are devoted ministry partners who are ever ready to help coordinate, organize, and support any and all of our ministries. They save the day on a regular basis and each time they do so lovingly and with a cheerful smile.
So - what are you giving thanks for this week? I hope you'll join me in giving thanks for Jan, Barbara, and Lisa and their ministry at St. George's.
In peace,
Laurel Loch
Parish Administrator
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Worship with Us!
On Wednesdays, at 12 pm, we offer Noonday Prayer with Holy Eucharist and Healing Prayer in the nave. All are welcome! Please contact Fr. Will if you would like to volunteer to help with this service.
As we continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, our precautionary measures include the following. While we are thankful that conditions have improved recently, new variants are anticipated, and we will remain vigilant.
- Do not attend services in person if you are at all unwell or if you have been in contact with a sick person.
- No pre-registration required.
- Seat yourself in any pew with a cushion.
- Follow the instructions of ushers to avoid crowding in the narthex and aisles.
The Daily office (Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer) is offered on Zoom and led by a group of lay persons on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8 am and 5:30 pm. All are welcome. Click here to join.
Meeting ID: 890 4918 9545 Passcode: 638538 Dial in: +1 301 715 8592
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"..for the measure you give will be the measure you get back." - Luke 6:38
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Your generous gifts help fund our ministries and serve the community. Thank you!
For example, this month your gifts have helped
- Welcome visitors, friends, and family to our Holy Week and Easter services
- Decorate the church with flowers for Easter
You can make a one-time or recurring gift electronically or text to give (send a text message with the dollar amount [e.g. $50] to: 540.701.4133). You can also mail a check to the church office (P. O. Box 7127, Fredericksburg, VA 22404).
If you have any questions, please contact our Business Manager, Ben Hicks.
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Pray for Peace
Let us pray for an end to the war in Ukraine as well as other wars and threats of war around the world.
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the
strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of
Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
--Book of Common Prayer, pg. 815
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To give in support of humanitarian assistance in Ukraine, we recommend Episcopal Relief and Development ( www.episcopalrelief.org). If you are interested in offering other responses, please contact clergy or staff so that we can be helpful in supporting your ministry.
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Songwriter Showcase for Ukraine Relief
Come hear Stuart Whitford; Peter Mealy and Laurie Rose Griffith; Jon Bachman; Tres Seaver; Joe Hensley, and Stephen Hu perform their own songs to raise funds for Ukraine. Donations in any amount are welcomed and will go to the Episcopal Relief & Development fund to provide humanitarian assistance to people fleeing violence in Ukraine.
Come enjoy an afternoon of acoustic music for a good cause: Sunday May 1 from 2 – 3:30 pm in the Nave.
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Return of In-Person Community Dinners
We are planning the return of in-person Community Dinners in conjunction with Micah Ministries. St. George’s will be responsible for cooking and serving a hot meal to our neighbors in need on the third Monday of each month beginning in May. We need your help to make it possible! We are looking for volunteers to help with cooking, serving, and setup/cleanup. We will also be looking for donations of your yummy desserts to share with our neighbors. You may sign up directly using Sign up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4DA9A92FA5FD0-micah. If you have any questions of need assistance signing up, please contact Diane Young and Angela Devine at CommunityDinners@stgeorgesepiscopal.net. Spread the word!
Pray for the Election of the 14th Bishop of Virginia
The Diocese of Virginia has announced a slate of four nominees for bishop, including our rector, the Rev. Joe Hensley. Please pray for our Diocese in this time of discernment, for Joe and all the nominees and their families, for Diocesan leaders, and for our parish staff and vestry. May God give us a bishop who is a faithful pastor, caring for God’s people and equipping us for our ministries, through Jesus Christ our Savior.
Shrine Mont Parish Weekend October 7 – 9: Registration Now Open
We are excited to explore ways to find Joy in the Morning at our annual Parish Weekend at Shrine Mont! Register now, and receive a $25 discount if you pay in full by June 5. Paper registration forms are available in the Narthex or in the parish office, or you can register online here (link). If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Davis at danielle@stgeorgesepiscopal.net.
Summer Schedule Begins May 29
On Sunday, May 29, we will shift to our “summer schedule” with services at 7:45 am, 10 am, and 5:30 pm. Our Compline service takes a break as well as Sunday school classes.
Save the Date: Pentecost Sunday, June 5
Outdoor service and picnic at 10 am at Old Mill Park. We will hold our 10 am service on June 5 outside, weather permitting, at the picnic shelter near the canoe launch at Old Mill Park (far end of the parking lot). More information to come.
The Herndon Memorial Trust
The Herndon Memorial Trust Fund, established in the 1950's, is administered by St. George's Episcopal Church, and was made possible through the generosity of John W. Herndon during his lifetime and by bequest upon his death. The Trust exists to offer needs-based funds for medical assistance to elderly men (aged 55 and older) of the St. George's congregation primarily and of the greater Fredericksburg community. The mission of the Trust and the hope and wish of the Committee and Vestry which oversee it is to help relieve the financial stress and worry that often accompany illness or change in income status.
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Sunday Adult Forum: Daily Office Bible Challenge Reflections
We will reconnect around our Bible challenge readings in the Eastertide, including the Book of Daniel, Exodus, the pastoral letters of 1 Peter and 1 John, Colossians, and the Gospel according to Matthew. Please come and participate regardless of whether you are participating in the challenge.
In Sydnor Hall and on Zoom at 10:15 am.
Zoom Meeting Details:
Meeting ID: 832 1668 8396
Passcode: 218382
Dial in: +1 301 715 8592
Young Adult Bible Study, Wednesdays 7 pm on Zoom
Join us for our on-going Bible study for young adults (broadly defined, meaning anyone from 18-45ish!), on Wednesdays at 7pm on Zoom for a little over an hour. If you haven't joined before, or haven't been in a while, any week is a good week to start! In follow-up to our fall study, we're continuing reading through classic stories that we probably first encountered in Sunday School. If you're interested in joining, want the Zoom link, or want more information, please be in touch with our Missioner, Fr. Ethan at missioner@thehousefxbg.org.
Sunday school
Children's formation will meet in Sydnor Hall at 10 am for Community Gathering. Community Gathering invites all children and youth to a short time of communal song and prayer - parents are welcome to drop off or stay for this time. At 10:10 am all students will walk with teachers: K-2nd grade will meet in the large preschool classroom - 3rd-5th grade will meet in classroom facing market square. Please pick up at 11 am in Market Square (at the lower level exit). If you would like to volunteer your time to lead or assist Sunday School please touch base with Marian Lamphere or email children@stgeorgesepiscopal.net
Although masking is optional for worship, we are requiring masks for children’s formation indoors. We want to be careful of our younger participants who are not vaccinated, and social distancing is more difficult in the classroom than in worship. We also want to be inclusive of as many of our parish family as possible, and not everyone is comfortable being unmasked in closer quarters. As community transmission levels decline further, we will reevaluate our protocol and appreciate everyone’s flexibility and understanding.
Youth Group:
Our next Youth Group meeting is Sunday, May 1 from 5 pm – 7 pm. We will meet for a scavenger hike and head to Carl's for snack.
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St. George's Episcopal Church | 540 373-4133
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