St. George's Episcopal Church

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Brotherhood of St. Andrew

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Some of St. George's Ministries & the Year 2008 At a Glance

As we begin a new year we look forward to parishioners’ and newcomers’ participation in various facets of the life of the parish. Below is a quick listing of dates and activities determined so far. More information is available on the parish website and by calling the office: 901 754-7282.

FELLOWSHIP
Regular Monthly Meetings:

LANCERS – Second Fridays of Each Month: A purely socializing event at parishioners’ homes, beginning at 6:30pm. Potluck, BYOB. Between 50-70 usually in attendance.
FLYING SOLO – Third Fridays of each month. Single Women of all ages; usually meet at a restaurant for dinner, discussion

Special Events:

January 29 – February 1, Pictorial Directory Project
March 30, Parish Talent Show / Joke Sunday (“God played a joke on Satan”~ Second Sunday of Easter)
April 4, Parish Picnic
August 24, Kaleidoscope Sunday
December 7, First Anniversary of Consecration Dinner

THE GALLERY
Shows open with a Reception; exhibits change about every two months.

February 2, Art of the Organ, Cherry Rhodes and Jason Overall
April 6, Parish Artists
May 4, Author Sybil McBeth
September 7, Hispanic Art/ Day of the Dead,
Mary Jane Miller, San Miguel de Allende, MX

ST. GEORGE’S PRESCHOOL
2008 School Year & Programs

April 4, Silent Auction
May 16, Graduation
June 16 – July 1 (Tu&Thr only), Summer Session I,
July 7 – July 18 (Tu&Thr only), Summer Session II
October 23, Carnival
December 12, Christmas Program

EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY (EYC)
Teens Grades Eight and Above;
Regular Meetings: Meet weekly at 5pm at the church; classes at 11:15 am Sunday mornings

Special Events:

December 30, 2007, Progressive Dinner
Feb. 5, Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Feb.15-17, Happening Youth Retreat
April 20, St. George Day Slaying of the Dragon
April 27, Youth Sunday
July 8-13, National Episcopal Youth Event, Dallas, TX

FRIENDS OF MUSIC
Musical Events of interest to the community at large; usually guest artists with reception following.

Special Events:

Feb. 2, Inaugural Organ Concert with Cherry Rhodes
Feb. 17, Lenten Evensong
March 9, New Ballet Ensemble
April 19, St. George Day Dedication of the Narthex Chandelier,
Clarinet and Organ Concert
November 2, All Saints Evensong

BOOKSHOPPE BOOK SIGNINGS
Local authors and other artists are on hand to sign their books, greet patrons. The Bookshoppe is located in the Parish Hall and is open most days and always on Sundays.

Book signings:

Jan. 13, Jim Williamson
March 2, Dr. Ronald McDonald
May 4, Sybil MacBeth
September 21, Tom Glodek

Special Event:

June 22, Bookshoppe Sale

THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW
A national Episcopal ministry for and to men and boys, for fellowship, study and service.
Regular meetings usually on second Wednesdays of the month, with dinner and study, called “Bible, Burgers and Beer:” (Jan. 9, April 16, May 14, June 18, July 16, Nov. 2)

Special Events:

March 26, Bible Study, Speaker
April 19, Pancake Breakfast and Spring Work Day
June 15, Fathers’ Day Jazz Brunch on the Apperson Terrace
Aug. 15-17, Episcopal Churchmen of Tennessee, statewide Conference at
University of the South, Sewanee, TN
September 9, Fall Kickoff Dinner and Speaker
Sept. 13, Pancake Breakfast and Fall Work Day
October 8, Octoberfest on the Apperson Terrace
Dec. 17, Advent Dinner

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND FAMILY MINISTRY
Regular Meetings:

Classes for all ages (adults voluntary – see Adult Education Offerings), Sunday mornings at 11:15am;
First Wednesday Family Nights: Projects for parents and young children to do together (first is Jan. 2); “Grace and Gravy:” Monthly fellowship gatherings of 8-12 adults with young children at each others’ homes (first is Jan. 13);
Preparation for the Sacraments: The Rector meets regularly with those preparing for the Baptism of children, Instruction for Holy Communion and Confirmation. Training for young people to help Sunday mornings as Acolytes.
Parent Forums (Usually quarterly or more frequent speakers on topics of interest to parents in areas of developmental psychology and spirituality ~ see separate brochure): Parent Forums Jan. 20, Feb. 24, March 2, April 6

Special Events:

February 3, Heifer Project Kick Off
Feb. 23, Sunday School Teachers’ Retreat
Feb. 29, Grapple Group (Grades 6-7) Lock In
May 18, Teachers’ Reception
June 9-13, Vacation Bible School
July 13, St. Swithun’s Day Water Festival
Aug. 17, Back to School Dinner with Speaker
Oct. 4, Blessing of the Animals
Oct. 31, Trunk or Treat Family Cook Out (Halloween for very young children)

ADULT EDUCATION AND SPIRITUALITY
Regular Meetings: Usually two offerings every Sunday morning ~ See separate brochure for extensive listings, including Inquirers’ Classes; preparation for the sacraments with the clergy: Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage, Sunday morning liturgical ministries.

Other programs:

Education for Ministry: A national program, meets locally once a week. In depth curriculum, mirroring seminary level theological formation.
The Parish Book Club: Meets once a month at parishioners’ homes.
The Daughters of the King: A national Episcopal organization for women of all ages. Meets usually on the second Sundays of the month in the afternoon, followed by the Daughters’ participation in the evening Eucharist, with emphasis on healing, followed by Wine and Cheese reception for all present. The Daughters also remember daily, by name, along with the clergy, those who are listed on the parish prayer list.

OUTREACH
The parish has raised over $500K over the years from the yearly Antiques Arcade, one of the premier antiques shows in the south. These proceeds go almost entirely to local charities. The parish also sponsors the St. George’s Kitchen in La Campaña, GTO, Mexico, through an organization called Feed the Hungry. Our Thanksgiving Offering typically supports this ministry which provides 100 children every school day with their only hot meal of the day. Parishioners frequently visit San Miguel. The Parish for years has supported Emmanuel Episcopal Center, Memphis, partners with local schools, and sponsors Operation Warmth and Operation Joy in the late fall.