ECW Spring Meeting
The ECW (Episcopal Church Women) of the Diocese of Virginia will hold their Spring Meeting on Saturday, April 20 at St. Philip’s in Richmond. This event is open to all. The theme is “Created in Christ Jesus for Good Work, with keynote speaker the Rev. Canon Chanta Bhan, the Canon for Discipleship. Continental breakfast and buffet lunch will be provided. Fill out and mail in this form to register. All questions can be directed to the ECW President, Ericka Masias.
Over 80’s Luncheon – April 17
We are celebrating our young at heart senior parishioners on Wednesday, April 17 at the Fall Over 80's Luncheon following the noonday Eucharist in Sydnor Hall. If you or someone you know at St. George's is over 80 years old and has not received an invitation to this event and wishes to attend, please reach out to Sheryl Stroud Bryant to RSVP by April 12.
Upcoming Baptism Dates
This Sunday we will baptize three new members into the body of Christ during the 11:15 service. Please pray for Imogene Rose Finn, Maeve Antonia Finn, and William Christopher Hinkebein. Our next baptism dates are May 19 (Pentecost), August 11 (note a change from our usual late summer date), and November 3 (All Saints Sunday). Please contact the Rev. Will Dickinson if you are interested in baptism.
Are You Graduating in May?
Please let our office know so that we can be sure to include all those completing high school, college, and graduate programs for a special blessing.
Tuesday Evening Book Group at 7:15 pm via Zoom
The Tuesday evening book group will be reading The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. The discussions will span six weeks beginning on April 9th (with the three introductory sections preceding “Day 1”) and ending on May 14th. Please contact John Graham (540.907.6521) or Dennis Hardy (540.548.4575) for more details, and to be added to the group email list and receive a weekly Zoom link to the meeting. All are welcome!
Staff Update
Our Chief of Staff, Laurel Loch, will be on sabbatical April 14 – July 6. While she is away, please contact the church office for assistance (540.373.4133 or by email).
Concert Series Continues - April 21
Our monthly concert series continues Sunday, April 21 at 3 pm with The Portland Guitar Duo. Don't miss this afternoon of classical guitar music. The concert is free with donations accepted at the door.
Shrine Mont Sunday - April 28
Join us at the Adult Forum on Sunday, April 30 at 10:15 am as we unveil the theme for this year's Parish Weekend, Oct. 11 - 13 at Shrine Mont! Registrations open that day. Any questions, please contact Danielle Davis.
JaM Concert – Friday, April 26
JaM (Jazz and a Mission) has their next concert Friday, April 26 at 7 pm at Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church. The concert features St. Georgians David Bronston and Malanna Henderson. Proceeds from the concert benefit Loisann's Hope House.
Community Dinner
On Monday nights we share a meal and a time of fellowship with our neighbors in need. Please consider joining us! We are looking for volunteers to assist on the second and third Monday each month. We are also looking for donations of desserts to share with our neighbors. You can sign up here. For more information or assistance signing up, please contact Diane Young.
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