WEDNESDAY BOOK STUDY
The First Advent In Palestine: Reversals, Resistance, and the Ongoing Complexity of Hope
The Wednesday Wisdom Years Group has been enjoying reading and discussing this thought-provoking book.
Everyone is welcome!
Click here to purchase the book.
WOMEN OF ST. GEORGE
February 16, 11:45 AM
St. Mark’s Room
Ordinary Moments. Extraordinary God.
We will explore the lives of seven biblical women to see how ordinary moments can become extraordinary. Join us!
All middle schoolers in the 6th–12th grade are invited to join us for our 1st gathering of the year!
WHEN: This Sunday, Feb. 2
TIME: 4:00-6:00 pm
WHERE: Commons Area in the Leadership Building
WHAT: Meaningful and interactive discussion on Confidence & Self-Worth & FUN!
BRING: Yourself & your favorite snack!
VESTRY
In the Episcopal Church, a vestry is a group of elected laypeople who serve as the governing body of a parish, overseeing its administrative and financial matters. The vestry works closely with the rector (priest) and is responsible for the overall health and well-being of the congregation.
Key roles and responsibilities of the vestry include:
- Financial Oversight: The vestry manages the parish’s finances, including approving budgets, handling investments, and ensuring proper stewardship of resources.
- Property Management: The vestry is responsible for the maintenance and care of church buildings and grounds, and for making decisions regarding property purchases or sales.
- Hiring and Supporting Clergy: The vestry plays a role in hiring the rector or priest in charge and is involved in supporting clergy in their ministries. They may also provide assistance in matters related to clergy salaries and housing.
- Setting Goals and Vision: The vestry helps establish the church’s mission, long-term vision, and goals, and supports the rector in fulfilling those objectives.
- Congregational Care: While clergy often lead spiritual life and ministry, vestry members also have a role in fostering community and supporting outreach efforts, programs, and services.
Vestry members are typically elected by the congregation, and they serve fixed terms, which can vary (usually 1 to 3 years). The size and structure of a vestry can vary from parish to parish, depending on the size of the congregation and local custom.
In addition to the vestry, the Episcopal Church has a broader structure of governance, with bishops and diocesan conventions, but the vestry focuses on the local level of parish governance.
Wednesday Book Study
The First Advent In Palestine: Reversals, Resistance, and the Ongoing Complexity of Hope
The Wednesday Wisdom Years Group has been enjoying studying this thought-provoking book.
Everyone is welcome!
Click here to purchase the book.
All Eucharistic Ministers (those who assist the clergy in the administration of the Eucharist on Sunday morning) are invited to attend a training/re-training on Sunday, February 2nd, following worship.Grab your cookie and coffee and meet in the church.
Anyone wishing to serve as a Eucharistic Minister (formerly called Lay Eucharistic Minister or LEM) is encouraged to attend this training.
Please contact Susan Alwais, Coordinator, for more information on the training or to inquire about serving.
Student and Parent Initial Meeting
January 26th @ 11:30 AM
Parish Hall
All youth from 9th through 12th grade and their parents or guardians are invited to meet with Fr Ram and Happy Wilson to begin Confirmation Classes. During the meeting students and parents will get an overview of the course. Each student will receive a packet with course materials, course calendar and expectations. Please email Happy Wilson to save a space at the meeting and so your student will receive their Confirmation Folder.
LADIES LUNCH
Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria
824 Afterglow St. @ West Ave.
Saturday, January 18, at 12 Noon.
Join other St. George ladies and friends for lunch, laughter, and fellowship at Little Italy.
RSVP by emailing Alana Woods (alana005@yahoo.com), by 5:00 PM, tonight, January 17!