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Setting SailImage: Toby Dagenhart |
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This Week at Saint George's |
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Parish QuestionnaireTake part in the Parish Questionnaire today! Click here if you have not already filled it out. Deadline to complete is Monday October 28. Thank you to everyone who has participated so far. The questionnaire is an opportunity to reflect on who we are today and will provide important information for us as we look towards our future, moving with the winds of God. Image: RDNE Stock Project |
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Change in Office HoursThe admin office remains closed on Tuesday October 29th. Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday October 30th. Image: Pexels Photios |
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Coffee and ConversationThis group offers a time to explore ideas and foster relationships among women. Light refreshments such as muffins, cheese, crackers and fruit are provided. We will be meeting in the Narthex on Saturday morning, November 2 at 10:00 am. This month Christine Ward will talk about "How the Second World War Affected Me as a Child and Members of my Generation Subsequently." How were you affected? Image: Priscilla Du Preez |
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Hallowe'en at St. George'sDuring COVID, St. George's parishioners welcomed the neighbourhood children and families to our site, and hosted an outdoor Hallowe'en event. It has continued each year and our Narthex has become an indoor place for treats, hot chocolate and warming up if necessary. If you'd like to help and be part of the team, please contact Joy Carroll at joyandterrycarroll@gmail.com or 250-889-7000. You're also most welcome to come on by as well! We will be there approximately 5-8pm. Image by Rorozoa on Freepik |
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The Acts of the Apostles: A Book ClubOur fall "book club" series continues with a story of the early church. As the "sequel" to the Gospel of Luke, The Acts of the Apostles continues the story of Jesus through the story of birth of Christ's church. From the empty tomb, all the way to Rome, you can expect to encounter wind and fire; and, high drama as an emerging community of faith struggles to find its way. Controversy, arrests, murder, prison-breaks and a ship wreck make it a page-turner! Join in the conversation! This will be a time of discussion, not presentation. Please read the section of the "Acts of the Apostles" per the schedule below, in preparation for our discussion, as you might for any other book club. November 6: Acts 1-12 November 20: Acts 13-28 9:45am - coffee, tea and snacks 10am - discussion |
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Monthly OutreachAs many of you know Ruth and Tesfalem have safely arrived in their new home! Now that we all have had time to take a breath, we look forward to the upcoming year as we fulfill our sponsorship support, along with their co-sponsor, Ermias, Ruth’s brother. The reality of five years passing since we drew up an original budget incurs cost-of-living increases. Also acting on information given by Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada [IRCC] in January we retained a suite in the Spring, and then had to hold that while we waited for their arrival week by week, which finally came to be on Sept 20th. All this means that although we have them safely settled in a comfortable home, we have to consider our new sponsorship budget, which in reality brings a $10,000 short fall. The Refugee Team appreciates the Grace with which people have already helped Ruth and Tesfalem. With the support of our Social Justice and Outreach Team we are now asking for a last final push of donations to complete our commitment over their full year, into Sept 2025. Prayerfully submitted by your Refugee Team: David, John, Jennifer, Peter & Rosamund. |
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Purdy's Chocolates FundraiserOnce again we have the opportunity to participate in the Purdy’s Chocolates fundraising campaign. 25% of the total from each order (before GST) will be donated to Backpack Buddies. You can order online here, and join the St. George’s Church campaign using customer #9317 or order from the Purdy’s catalogue, found in the narthex. If using the paper form please complete form and return it (with payment made out to St. George’s Church) to Joan Collis or leave the envelope in the narthex. Please note prices in the catalogue are different than the order form. The form price includes the GST. Just total your order. Orders must be received by November 10th, for pick up November 24th. Delivery can be arranged for those unable to pick up. Any questions please contact Joan Collis @ 250-595-3985. |
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PWRDF: World of Gifts 2024It's time for PWRDF's annual gift-giving campaign dedicated to alleviating poverty, promoting sustainability, and supporting communities in need across Canada and around the world. Every gift is matched up to $100,000! Check out the World of Gifts page HERE |
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Shelbourne Community Kitchen Food DriveThe Shelbourne Community Kitchen serve over 1,500 adults & 500+ children. During the month of October, they are doing their Pump up the Pantry food drive. Your donations of non-perishable food items will help to keep the pantry shelves filled this holiday season. Thank you for your generosity. Your Social Justice and Outreach Team [SJOT] appreciate your prayers and support for this worthy cause, and will of course continue to deliver your non perishable donated food items throughout the year. |
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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: A silent film with organist David BriggsSilent Classic Halloween Movie with LIVE pipe organ accompaniment! Experience internationally-acclaimed organist David Briggs who returns to Victoria to put his impressive improvisation skills to the test yet again. He will accompany the silent 1931 classic film Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde shown on big screens for enjoyable viewing on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 7:30pm at Christ Church Cathedral (corner of Quadra/Burdett). Admission: $25 (general), $10 (students). Tickets via Eventbrite.ca. This event is presented in partnership with the Royal Canadian College of Organists – Victoria Centre and Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria. Hotel sponsor: Chateau Victoria. |
