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Meet our New Vestry Members

January 5, 2026 by Stephanie Dolezal Leave a Comment

Meet our new Vestry members Caleb Cherry, Joseph Lyttle, Kathy Maxfield and Elvin Rivera-Orellano.  You can read more about them in their bios below.

Caleb Cherry – Attends 10 am Service

I feel called to the vestry as a newer member who deeply values our church’s legacy of service and inclusion. I hope to offer a fresh perspective while honoring that tradition, and to serve by devoting my professional and analytical skills to thoughtful contributions and advocacy.

Additionally, I bring these skills to contribute:
Organizational: I excel at planning and working through ambiguity, helping to create clear paths from the unknown to actionable steps.
Risk/Analysis: Solving complex problems and bringing clear analysis to decision-making.Leadership: I practice servant leadership, focusing on supporting others and advocating for all voices as we pursue a shared mission

Ministry Involvement:
I have yet to serve in any leadership/managerial capacity at St. George’s, but if this includes attendance in things outside of regular worship service I have the following:
Fr. Joe’s Discipleship Series
Bible Study “Marc on Mark” in early 2025
Regular attendee of Shrine Mont since joining St. George’s

Professional / Volunteer Experience:
Amazon – Industry Specialist
Olympus – Program Manager
US Army – Intelligence Analyst
Youth Football Coach
Leader and frequent volunteer within Amazon Affinity Groups service / volunteer events

Joseph Lyttle – Attends 10 am Service

In 2021, St. George’s had a “Spiritual Gifts Workshop” and my top 3 gifts were: Discernment, Teaching and Administration. I also serve as the Executive Director of FAHASS (local nonprofit). My hope is that if I am selected to serve, my gifts and skills would be useful to St. George’s.

I’m just willing to help where I can. I hope I can contribute in a positive and meaningful way.

Ministry Experience
Lay Eucharistic Minister
General Endowment Fund (GEF) Trustee
The House – Our Campus and Young Adult Ministry

Professional / Volunteer Experience:
Fredericksburg Area Health and Support Services (FAHASS)
LGBT Life Center of Hampton Roads
Vice Chair of Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care Board of Directors
Primary Organizer of Community Connections Expo held annually at the Fredericksburg Convention Center

Kathy Maxfield – Attends 10 am Service

I feel like it is time to serve our church in new and different ways. To date, much of my involvement has been tied to my children. It’s time for something new. I look forward to the opportunity grow spiritually while working for the growth of our community.  I have strong organizational skills and am very comfortable speaking in front of crowds. I have experience leading committees and planning programs for large groups of people. I have a lot of experience working with children and teens.

Ministry Experience
Lector
Preschool Board Member
Children’s Formation
Greeter

Professional / Volunteer Experience:
Elementary School Reading Specialist in Prince William Country
Marching Band Booster for Colonial Forge High School
Parent Volunteer for Scout Troop 1889

Elvin Rivera-Orellano – Attends 10 am Service

I would like to contribute with my experiences and the gifts that God has provided me with our St. George’s family. Looking forward to provide my voice and heart in this ministry.

I would bring organizational and leadership skills, along with plenty of experiences, gathered throughout my life as an educator, scientist, engineer, foster parent, among many other different roles.

Ministry Experience
Youth Formation (Middle School, Rite 13, Confirmation)
Sunday Produce Team for The Table
Greeter

Professional / Volunteer Experience:
Engineer at Dahlgren Naval Base
Educator for Secondary and Undergrad Levels in Puerto Rico
Local school support for STEM related activities as part of the NSWC Dahlgren STEM initiatives

Filed Under: Adult Formation, Fellowship, Grace in Action, Home Page, Ministries, Parish Life, We Grow, Welcome, Worship

Coldest Night of the Year 2026: February 28

January 5, 2026 by Stephanie Dolezal Leave a Comment

Join us Saturday, February 28, 2026 for the Annual Coldest Night of the Year Walk in downtown Fredericksburg.  Sign up to walk one of two routes (3k or5k), joining a parade of hundreds of other friends from the area, all sharing one goal: to raise awareness and funds to support the many services Micah Ministries provides our unhoused local neighbors.  All who register to walk with our team and raise a minimum $75 before the event begins will earn a classy knit hat known as a toque. Those who can’t join us to walk can also support Team St. George’s with your 2026 tax-deductible donations.  For more information, contact Team Co-Captains Pam Jewett-Bullock 540.729.0840 or Charles Bullock 540.729.1054.  To register/donate, find our team page here.

Filed Under: Adult Formation, Fellowship, Giving, Grace in Action, Ministries, News Blog, Parish Life, Pastoral Care, Welcome, World Mission, Worship

Children’s Christmas Pageant – December 24

December 11, 2025 by Stephanie Dolezal Leave a Comment

Our annual Children’s Christmas pageant will be back again this year on December 24 at 4:00pm.  Any child aged 3 and up is welcome to play a part!  (This includes non-church members, visiting family, preschool kids etc. All kids are welcome) There will be two rehearsals prior to the pageant (Saturday, Dec. 20 from 10am – 12pm and Tuesday, Dec. 23 from 5-7pm) We will meet on Christmas Eve at 2:45 for another practice and to assign any last-minute parts and costumes. You can still be in the pageant even if you cannot come to the rehearsals. We would also appreciate any adult or youth volunteers to help with organizing the kids, providing snacks, etc. Please reach out to Juliann Jones  or Stephanie Dolezal for more information.

Filed Under: Adult Formation, Children's Music, Fellowship, Giving, Home Page, Ministries, Music, Music at St. George's, Parish Life, Pastoral Care, We Serve, Welcome, Worship, Youth News

Advent and Christmas 2025

December 4, 2025 by Stephanie Dolezal Leave a Comment

You are welcome at St. George’s Church: Inclusive of race, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, and tradition.

When life is at its darkest
Take heart, attend to light.
Bravely seek joy and above all
Insist on hope. 

During the season of Advent we watch and wait for the light of Christ to come, to make all things new.  Please join us for worship this Advent and Christmas.  All are welcome. 

Advent

  • Sunday, November 30: Advent Begins
    Advent Wreath making at 10 am
  • Sunday, December 7: Advent II
    Lessons and Carols:
    Celtic Evensong at 5.30 pm
  • Sunday, December 14: Advent III
    Sunday Worship

Sunday, December 21: Advent IV
Hymn Sing at 10 am
Christmas at St. George’s Concert 3 pm

Christmas Eve: Wednesday, December 24

  • 4 pm: Holy Eucharist with our Gospel Christmas Pageant (also livestreamed on YouTube) Service Bulletin.
     All children ages 3+ are invited to participate in the pageant. Meet at the church at 2:45pm on Christmas Eve, or contact Juliann Jones for more information. 
  • 7:30 pm: Holy Eucharist (7:00 special prelude music by our jazz ensemble and choir. Also livestreamed on YouTube.) Service Bulletin.
  • 11 pm: Holy Eucharist (10:30 special prelude music by organ and choir) Service Bulletin. 

The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25

  • 9:30 am: Holy Eucharist  Service Bulletin

Christmas I: Sunday, December 28

  • 10 am: Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols  Service Bulletin

Christmas II: Sunday, January 4

  • New Sunday Worship Schedule
    8 am: Holy Eucharist Rite I
    9 am: Formation for all ages
    10 am: Holy Eucharist Rite II
    5:30 pm: Celtic Evensong

 

Filed Under: Adult Formation, Children's Music, Fellowship, Giving, Home Page, Ministries, Music, Music at St. George's, Parish Life, Pastoral Care, Reflections, We Grow, Welcome, Worship

St. George’s Christmas Concert – December 21

December 1, 2025 by Stephanie Dolezal Leave a Comment

St. George’s Episcopal Church invites the community to a free Christmas concert on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 3:00 pm, featuring the parish’s music ensembles. The concert will be held in the church’s historic nave, located at 905 Princess Anne Street in downtown Fredericksburg.  Come and celebrate the season with St. George’s organists, choirs, jazz band, Celtic ensemble, and more. All are welcome to join for a musical Christmas feast guaranteed to make all merry and bright.

Known for its lush acoustics and welcoming atmosphere, St. George’s offers a year-round concert series showcasing both local and nationally recognized artists. This performance promises an afternoon of “beautiful music in a beautiful space,” continuing the church’s tradition of musical excellence. Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted at the door to support our music and ministry at St. George’s and St. George’s partnership ministry in Haiti.

St. George’s Episcopal Church is a vibrant and inclusive spiritual community. “No matter who you are, whom you love, or where you’ve been, there’s a place for you here,” says the church’s leadership. With a commitment to service, justice, and peace, St. George’s welcomes all to experience its diverse worship and music offerings.

For more information about the concert or the church’s music series, please contact (540) 373-4133 or email music@stgeorgesepiscopal.net. Visit www.stgeorgesepiscopal.net/music/concerts to learn more.

Filed Under: Adult Formation, Children's Music, Interfaith, Ministries, Music, Music at St. George's, News Blog, Parish Life, Welcome, World Mission, Worship, Youth News

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