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This Week at Saint George's |
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Concrete Foundation RepairThere are two cracks in the church's concrete foundation that seep moisture during rain events. As this will only get worse over time, the cracks will be sealed sometime during July (exact date as yet uncertain). The work will require temporary removal of a portion of the Memorial Walkway so that an access trench can be dug along the foundation. Removal and replacement of the walkway stones will be done by contractors experienced in such work. Photographs and maps of the stone positions have been made so that re-assembly will be as similar to the current walkway as possible. Photo by Marija Zaric on Unsplash |
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Summer at St George'sWe have a few groups that will continue to gather through the summer here at our church, and some that will be taking a break. Coffee and Conversation, the quilting group, and the Holden Prayer and BBQ Dinners will continue on their regular schedules through the summer. Centering Prayer is now currently on break and will resume regular schedule on September 8th. The Men's Breakfast is on break for June, July & August, returning to regular schedule in September. The Prayer Shawl meetings are on break for July & August, also returning in September to their usual schedule. Photo by Anastasiya Romanova on Unsplash |
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Puzzle Sale!We will be having a puzzle sale out front of the church on June 29th after the Sunday Services. Puzzles are $5 each. Proceeds will go towards the altar flowers. Photo by DS stories. |
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Coffee and ConversationThis group offers a time to explore ideas and foster relationships among women. Light refreshments such as muffins, cheese, crackers and fruit are provided. We will be meeting next, in the Narthex on Saturday morning July 5 at 10:00 am. Image: Priscilla Du Preez |
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Monthly Outreachhttps://www.backpackbuddies.ca/ “Rooted in family, community and empathy, Backpack Buddies • Through a network of schools and distribution partners across BC, every Friday this grassroots agency delivers bags of food to hungry children across BC. • Each bag includes meals and snacks to last them the weekend and beyond. • Every week they feed over 6000 hungry children across the province. • This programme continues to run through the school holidays via Community Centres or similar. Please join your Social Justice and Outreach Team by focusing your prayers and intentions on this worthy provincial agency during the month of July. |
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Community Kitchen RequestThe Social Justice and Outreach group has received a request from the Shelbourne Community Kitchen (SCK) for clean reusable grocery bags for the pantry program. The perfect bags are the classic Thrifty's or Fairway bags (giant Wal-Mart bags are too big and liquor store style bags are too small). The bags can be placed with the weekly food items offered at the Altar. The SCK greatly appreciates your help! With grateful thanks…. The Social Justice and Outreach Team. Photo by Simply Mersah on Unsplash |
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Alongside Hope: Resilience Fund UpdateA Few Days Left to Double Your Impact with Support Alongside Hope (formerly PWRDF) Alongside Hope is over 80% of the way to unlocking a $250,000 matching gift for the Resilience Fund, with another $42,000 needed by June 30 to meet the goal. Your support will be doubled to help refugees in Tanzania, malnourished children in Burundi, and survivors of gender-based violence in Uganda. Help Alongside Hope reach the finish line—give now or share the below bulletin insert (download here) with your friends. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our neighbours around the world.
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Shelbourne Community Kitchen: Summer Send Off Food DriveThe Shelbourne Community Kitchen states: “Every summer, our organization sees an increase in families accessing our food support services, but this is also a time when supplies of non-perishable foods are at an all time low. As food costs continue to climb and as more people are seeking food support services, we are registering an average of 50 new participants every month.” St George’s Outreach Team thanks you for your generous and ongoing support, and asks that you please share this information with your wider community. The Outreach Team will continue to collect your non-perishable donations after the weekly Sunday Service and deliver them to the Kitchen. |
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Teens & Twenties Games Night @ St Philip Oak BayDrop in to St Philip Oak Bay on the last Fridays of the month for BOARD GAME NIGHT! We have snacks and board games, and all we need is you! Feel free to invite your friends and bring your own snacks and games if you want to - this evening is for *everyone* between the ages of 16 and 29. We won't nitpick about the age limits :) Where: St. Philip Anglican Church, 2928 Eastdowne - entrance to the lower level through the pathway by the garden at the side of the building - follow the signage! Click below for more info and future dates. |
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Pride Service @ Christ Church CathedralJoin Christ Church Cathedral for the Pride Week Eucharist service in collaboration with the Church of St John the Divine to rejoice in the fullness of love and diversity in God’s family. Regardless of how you identify, or how you relate to the divine, you are warmly invited to join us, knowing that all sexual orientations and gender identities will be affirmed and proudly celebrated. All are welcome! Come and join us! Click below for more information on the service or joining the choir for this event. |
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Pride ParadeThe 2025 Victoria Pride parade will take place on Sunday, July 6. This year Synod staff will be walking in the parade! Registration to march with us has now closed, so we hope to see you there! |
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FREE Summer ConcertsSaanich Parks, Recreation and Community Services is hosting a free summer concert series, every Tuesday this summer. Join in for an evening of music in a local park! Food available for purchase (food trucks) or bring your own picnic. Have some fun in the sun and get to know your neighbours. Come check out Late Shift (classic rock and roll) on Tuesday July 8th from 6-8pm at Goward House (2495 Arbutus Road). Join the following week for Shenanigans (classic rock) on Tuesday July 15 from 6-8pm at Majestic Park (4380 Majestic Drive). Click below for the full summer line up. Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash |
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The Turbulent 2020s: A Midterm ReportHow does our theology help or hinder us as we navigate the turbulence of our times? How do we hold fast in these chaotic and changing times? Together you'll look at some of the theological voices of our time and explore their insights to dig into some of the issues of our day. Click below for more information and the registration link. |
