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Setting SailImage: Jesus Mural of Faith, Hope, Love, and Peace (Chicago, IL) (link) |
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This Week at Saint George's |
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Parish RetreatIf you have not already filled out the registration form for our Parish Retreat (Nov 22-24) please do so now by clicking here. Reminder there is a $10 fee to cover the cost of food, that can be paid with cash at the church during office hours. |
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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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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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Call for singers!Do you have time in your schedule to be involved in music ministry at St. George’s? We would like to expand the choir for our Advent/Christmas season. Rehearsals are Thursday, 7 to 9pm starting Nov 14. Please check in with Fran, our new music director. Image: Thirdman on Pexels |
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Martin: Mass for Double ChoirCoro con Spirito is Victoria's newest choir of experienced choral singers (ages 25 to 50). They are thrilled to present the challenging and sublime Martin: Mass for Double Choir at St. George's Anglican Church. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of choral music as our talented singers bring this beautiful work to life. Don't miss the chance to hear this powerful, captivating Mass setting. Come and be uplifted by the power of music while exploring the acoustic of this beautiful space. We can't wait to share this musical journey with you! Tickets are available at the door or on Eventbrite (Click HERE). |
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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 Fundraiser**Please note orders are due next Sunday, November 10.** Once 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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All Saints' Day ServiceDiocesan Synod for the Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets will open with an All Saints' Day service at Christ Church Cathedral (930 Burdett Ave, Victoria) on November 1st at 7pm. Reba (Anglican Spiritual Care Provider) will be serving as deacon at this service. |
