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Weekly News

July 12, 2019

Dearest Friends,

What a tremendously FULL week this has been! We were blessed to welcome 40 children into our church space this week, sharing with them the message of God's abundant love.

Some children are from our congregation, others from a wide array of churches in the Valley, and for some children, this was their first introduction to Jesus - talk about an immersion experience! It brought me so much joy this week to see the children and their leaders growing together in love and community through song, story, games, art, and play. These experiences last a lifetime and are a crucial part of a child's development as a disciple of Jesus.
In addition to the children, we also have youth and young adult leaders who are being stretched in new ways, learning how to live out their own calls as disciples in this ministry of teaching and sharing - don't forget to pray for Virginia, Thea, Dakota, and Phoenix (Camp Coordinators) and our youth for the week: Francis, Renee, and Koome.

Thanks to everyone who has had a hand in supporting our camp program - snack makers, money givers, pray-ers, and hands-on helpers.

Peace and Blessings,

The Rev. Ingrid Brown

PS: Don't Forget!
This Sunday July 14^th will be the kick-off to our “St. George’s Summer of Play” with a sermon series “Storybooks and Scripture”. Be sure to attend for lively music, thought-provoking preaching, and loving community as we offer St. George’s hospitality to our friends from Summer Day Camp, Comox United Church, and Comox Valley Presbyterian Church.

THE FUGITIVES - Summer Concert in support of Eureka Support Society
Tues. July 30 14 | 7pm 14 | St. George's United Church
A folk collective who put on unforgettable live shows, brimming with complex harmonies, infectious storytelling and top-notch musicianship. Click here to buy tickets and hear a sample of their song “No Words” written for Leonard Cohen the day after his passing which features a gospel choir breakdown. Tickets available online $15 in advance or at the door for $20.
1/3 of the proceeds will go to our 2019 Community Partner, Eureka Support Society who supports adults in our community struggling with mental illness.

Events and Announcements

Have an announcement for the Bulletin or Weekly Email?
Contact of the office: office@stgeorgesunited.com or 250 334 4961 by Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. to have your announcement included.

Shared Summer Services: Sun. July 14 | 10:30am | St. George’s United Church
This Sunday we welcome our friends from Comox United & Comox Valley Presbyterian Churches, and participants in the Summer Day Camp! We are so happy to have them with us this Sunday: please join us for lemonade and snacks in the Narthex (lobby) after the service so we can get to know each other better.

St. George’s Summer of Play
Summer is upon us – a chance to relax into a different rhythm at home and at church. We invite you into a more casual and playful worship experience this summer with more music, a sermon series “Storybooks and Scripture,” and lemonade fellowship time in the lobby and on the front lawn after worship.

Pride in the Park 2019: Sat. July 27 | Noon-5:00pm |Simms Park
Join in the fun at the booth shared by St. George’s, Comox United, and Weird Church as we celebrate all of God’s beloved children! To get involved, please email Joyce joyce_wilson@telus.net and for event details please visit https://comoxvalleypride.ca/2019-pride-in-the-park/

Volunteers for a 'Green Team'
Are you committed to helping St. George's "Go Green"? Interested in working with like-minded people to lessen St. George's environmental footprint? Would you like to share your knowledge of good environmental stewardship practices with others? If yes, we are seeking passionate carers for God's world. If this is the ministry you feel called to, contact the office: office@stgeorgesunited.com.

Spiritual Journey Small Group will meet in the library from 2:30-4:00pm on the following Mondays:July 22 & 29, August 5th, 19 & 26. Please contact Rosemary for details: rosemary-carnahan@shaw.ca

Rev. Ryan on Sabbatical
Our Lead Minister, the Rev. Ryan Slifka, is away on sabbatical until September 1. Any leadership-related inquiries can be made to the Rev. Ingrid Brown, acting Lead Minister. If you have any questions about the sabbatical, please contact M&P by email to: rosemary-carnahan@shaw.ca, or speak with any member of the committee.

Broadview Renewals (formerly The Observer). Broadview gives us a diverse point of view and examines issues and life experiences from many perspectives. The cost is $25.00/yr for 10 issues under our church group plan. Please contact Karin at 250-898-8949 or k.g.sorger@shaw.ca to renew or order.

Weird Church Events

Coffee and Conversations that Matter: Lemonade Edition!
Tuesday July 30th 10 am & 6:30 pm @ Cumberland Village Park
All ages are encouraged to gather for light hearted spiritual discussion about the necessity of play. Bring a blanket or chair!

Details and registration for Weird Church events can be found at https://www.weirdchurchcumberland.com/events or email info@weirdchurchcumberland.com

Sunday July 14, 2019
Fifth Sunday After Pentecost
St. George's Summer of Play
Sermon Series: Storybooks and Scripture
"Red: A Crayon's Story" and the Woman at the Well
The Rev. Ingrid Brown Preaching

Sunday July 21, 2019
Sixth Sunday After Pentecost
St. George's Summer of Play
Sermon Series: Storybooks and Scripture
"When God Made Light" and The Cosmic Christ
Worship 10:30am
The Rev. Trevor Malkinson Preaching

Sunday July 28, 2019
Seventh Sunday After Pentecost
St. George's Summer of Play
Sermon Series: Storybooks and Scripture
"Extra Yarn" and Jesus' Anointing
Worship 10:30am
The Rev. Ingrid Brown Preaching

Leadership Contacts
Kara Derma, Chair of the Board kderma@fastmail.fm
The Rev. Ryan Slifka, Lead Minister (on Sabbatical) minister@stgeorgesunited.com
Eve Mark, Director of Music music@stgeorgesunited.com
The Rev. Ingrid Brown, Associate Minister, ingrid@stgeorgesunited.com
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