St. George’s 2026 Parish Weekend is This Weekend!
This weekend, October 9 – 11, a group of parishioners will travel to Orkney Springs, VA for our annual St. George’s Parish Weekend at Shrine Mont. Shrine Mont is a place where people are more important than things; where prayer and reflection, rest and recreation are more important than appointments and tasks. Shrine Mont is where we connect as a community and finally have some time to meet each other, laugh together, and share stories of difficult commutes and…set life down for a while. Shrine Mont is a place where kids play out in God’s own creation and we all give thanks for streams and flowers and ponds full of fish. Shrine Mont is marshmallows and memories – a place where we celebrate being part of the family of God. Our theme this year is “Live as Children of the Light.” It can seem as though the times we live in are especially dark. We will explore what it means to be a Child of the Light, and in particular how we can live into that calling and bring light to our world. Everyone has a story to tell, and we build stronger community by listening to each other’s stories. All programming this year will have ample opportunities to tell and listen to each other’s stories.We will also provide special activities on Saturday morning for youth and teens to reconnect with their friends. On-site activities may include a nature hike, yoga, creative art, and games Our planned afternoon activities include Crafternoon hosted by The House, with free art activities to bring out your creativity and conversations with friends, old and new. There will also be a Hymn Sing, so start thinking about your favorite hymns with 4-part harmony!
The Shrine Mont facility is owned and operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. Lodging is in a quaint, old hotel and nearby cottages, all with private baths. Meals are served in the large dining room of Virginia House, the main conference facility. Tips are appreciated by the dining room staff. Shrine Mont welcomes your favorite beverages. Shrine Mont has something for everyone – unless you are looking for a TV! Activities include fishing, hiking, porch sitting, sleeping, playing music with friends, crafts, reading, playing bridge, games, and wading in the lake. Questions or more info? Contact Danielle Davis or call 540.373.4133.
For those of us staying behind, please note that our former Interim Associate Rector, the Rev. Rock Higgins, will be back at St. George’s this Sunday, October 11 as guest preacher and celebrant for the 8 and 10 am services!
There will be no Sunday School or Adult Formation this Sunday, October 11 due to a large portion of our congregants gathering at Shrine Mont. We will resume formation groups (Sunday School and adult formation) on October 18.
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