Join us on July 28 at 6:30 p.m. in Sydnor Hall for “Happy,” a documentary on what really makes people happy. Filmmaker Roko Belic blends cutting-edge scientific research with fascinating human stories collected from around the world to explore the secrets behind the emotion. The nursery will be open for little ones and pre-K and up can enjoy a fun flick or play games next door in the Elsie Lewis Room. Save the date for movie night on Aug. 25 as well!
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St. George’s in the Civil War: A Lecture
Love Civil War history? Join us on August 3, 2016 at 7 p.m. as National Park Service ranger Steward Henderson explores the roles the church played and the events that shaped the church’s life as “War Comes to the Church.”
During the Civil War, St. George’s functioned as a fortress, a center of revivals. and a hospital twice during the conflict. As a fortress, the church saw action on Dec. 11, 1862, 2 days before the main battle as there was fighting in the streets. As Frank O’Reilly writes in his history of the Battle of Fredericksburg: “Mississippians entered houses and fired from windows commanding William and George Street. Some of the Confederates took over Saint George’s Episcopal Church and probably the Presbyterian Church for a clear shot down George Street.”
Sponsored by St. George’s Docents.
West Virginia Flood Relief
Significant flooding in West Virginia has wreaked havoc, leaving widespread damage and the loss of nearly two dozen lives in its wake. The Bishop of West Virginia, the Rt. Rev. W. Michie Klusmeyer, has reported that Episcopal Relief and Development will be sending them a short-term grant to help with immediate needs.
One of the hardest hit areas was in far southeastern West Virginia in Greenbrier county, and St. James’ Episcopal Church in Lewisburg has taken a key role in local response efforts. Partnering with the local United Way, St. James’ has been designated an aid distribution center, handing out food, clothing and other basic necessities to those affected in the surrounding regions.
St. George’s is collecting for West Virginia flood victims. There is an urgent need for toothbrushes, toothpaste, baby formula, bottles, diapers of any size and baby food (please make sure your donations are not past the expiration date). We have boxes lined up in the hallway outside the office. We will collect through Sunday, July 10th. Donations will then be taken to St. James’ Episcopal Church in Lewisburg.
The Rector of St. James’, the Rev. Josh Saxe, said that the work had been “non-stop” but he also said that they were planning to be in it “for the long haul.”
If you would prefer to make a financial donation, contact the diocesan offices at 304-344-3597 (Toll Free: 866-549-8346) or by making an online donation at: https://www.wvdiocese.org/
Photo Gallery: Youth at Glory Ridge Camp, June 2016
Photos from the Youth Mission Trip to Glory Ridge camp in North Carolina, June 19-25, 2016.
Thursday Movie Night – American Denial
Join us in Sydnor Hall on Thursday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m. for American Denial, a documentary exploring the work of Swedish Nobel Laureate Gunnar Myrdal as he researched Jim Crow laws in the American South in the late 1930s. The film explores how denial, cognitive dissonance, and implicit bias persist and shape all of our lives. Co-sponsored by Shiloh Baptist Church (Old Site). Eat before you come, or bring your supper and something to drink with you. The nursery will be open for little ones, and pre-K and up can enjoy a fun flick upstairs in McGuire Hall. Save the date for movie nights on July 28 and August 25 as well. Call the church office at 540-373-4133 for more information.
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