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Rector’s Blog

Reflections and notes from the Rector of St. George’s, the Rev. Joseph H. Hensley Jr.

Notes from the Rector

Selected notes to the parish from the Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr., rector of St. George's Episcopal Church.

Mourning and Responding in the Aftermath of Recent Mass Shootings

June 2, 2022 by St. George's Leave a Comment

On Sunday, May 29, Pastor Joe Hensley offered a space after the morning service for people to gather and share how they are feeling in the aftermath of recent mass shootings and to share ideas for potential individual and collective action. About 15 people participated in person and on Zoom.   Initially, people just shared […]

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Christmas Worship

December 14, 2021 by St. George's Leave a Comment

December 2021 Worship with us for Christmas and Epiphany! This year, we will have in-person and live stream offerings as we celebrate the birth of Christ. Please note that our office closes on December 24 at 12 pm and will re-open January 3 at 9 am. If you have a pastoral emergency (e.g. death, hospitalization, loss […]

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Sacred Ground Begins January 2022

December 7, 2021 by St. George's Leave a Comment

St. George’s will offer a Sacred Ground  Dialogue Circle beginning January 9, 2022. Sacred Ground, a sensitive, prayerful resource of the Episcopal Church, creates space for difficult but respectful and transformative dialogue on race and racism. It invites participants to walk back through history to peel away the layers that brought us to today, reflecting […]

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Advent 2021 – Watch. Wait. Wonder

November 16, 2021 by St. George's Leave a Comment

It’s time to watch for miracles. It’s time to wait for the birth of the Messiah. It’s time to wonder at the unfailing light and love of God. Advent is here. Here are some ways to help you watch, wait, and wonder: Advent Practices Brochure Way of Love Advent Calendar   If you have questions […]

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Now Hiring: Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries

October 28, 2021 by St. George's 2 Comments

Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries: Staff Job Description Download pdf here St. George’s Episcopal Church Located in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia along the Rappahannock River, St. George’s Episcopal Church is a vibrant and inclusive congregation of over 1,000 members committed to welcoming all into Christian community. Members and visitors alike delight in worshiping God […]

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Now Hiring – Ministry Assistant

We are now hiring a part-time Ministry Assistant to join our ministry staff at St. George's. The ministry assistant is responsible for … Read More...

Mourning and Responding in the Aftermath of Recent Mass Shootings

On Sunday, May 29, Pastor Joe Hensley offered a space after the morning service for people to gather and share how they are feeling in the … Read More...

Free Afternoon Organ Concert

St. George’s Episcopal Church will host an afternoon organ concert on Sunday, May 22 at 3 pm. Organists John Vreeland, Achim Loch, and … Read More...

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