Welcome to
Saint George Episcopal Church
Located on historic Fort George Island
We seek to be a caring, Christian community enjoying the peace of this island sanctuary and sharing God's love through faith, healing and service. Come and See!
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Thank you for visiting Saint George Episcopal Church online. Â Visitors driving to St. George Episcopal Church will find an unspoiled place of quiet beauty set in a sea of tropical greenery where peacocks roam the grounds and visitors are always welcome.
Saint George has been described as a light in the darkness for many people.
Founded in 1877, St. George is one of the historic river mission churches founded by the second bishop of Florida, John Freeman Young.
Thank you for visiting Saint George Episcopal Church online. Â Visitors driving to St. George Episcopal Church will find an unspoiled place of quiet beauty set in a sea of tropical greenery where peacocks roam the grounds and visitors are always welcome.
ADVENT/CHRISTMAS CALENDAR​
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Nov. 30 The First Sunday of Advent
Following Sunday service, instructions and supplies will be
on hand in the parish hall for making your Advent wreath to
use at home. Be sure to pick up your Advent Devotional
Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21 - Advent Christian Education
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Dec. 6 Workday 9:00 - Noon
We take a close look at our church home and make repairs, clean the grounds and polish the furniture in preparation for Christmas. Stay for lunch provided by the Church
Dec. 8 Circle of Sisters & LifeSavers Christmas Party - Noon
Bring a wrapped gift ($10 or less) for our White Elephant gift exchange and a snack & beverage to share in the Parish Hall
Dec. 22 Greening-of-the-Sanctuary Luncheon and Party
11 :00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Join us in the Parish Hall for lunch & fun as we prepare for Christmas
Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Service
5:00 p.m. Candlelight service - will be live streamed
Dec. 25 Christmas Day - no service
Dec. 28 Lessons & Carols at 9:30 a.m.
Join us as we sing the songs of Christmas and celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ
Sunday Worship Service
9:30 a.m.
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Join us for our livestream of our weekly service. It is available to view all week here:
For our link to this week's Lectionary readings click here:
For Pastoral Care Emergencies
Please call the church office at (904) 251-9272.
Please let us know of any hospitalizations, medical procedures, or illnesses for which we may offer prayers and pastoral care.
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus! I thank God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed throughout the world. For God, whom I serve with my spirit by announcing the gospel of his Son, is my witness that without ceasing I remember you always in my prayers. At St. George we long to see you so that we may share with you some spiritual gift so that you may be strengthened— or rather so that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith!
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Welcome to St. George - a place where you are loved and where everyone is welcome! Jesus has set the guiding principles of love for God and love for each other and this community is committed to this project of love.
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We hope that you will join us on Sunday and during all of our many activities! If you have any thoughts or questions, please contact us and we'll do all in our power to be helpful.
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Yours in Christ,
Rev. Jon, Rector
St. George Episcopal Church
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The Reverend Jon Baugh
St. George Episcopal Church
904-303-0590
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The Red Doors
When you enter the sanctuary at St. George to worship or pray, you will pass through our bright red doors. Painting church doors red is a widespread tradition in Episcopal churches. The red doors of an Episcopal church have traditionally led the way to holy ground where anyone who enters is safe from both physical and spiritual harm.
We proclaim with our red doors that our church is a haven for emotional and spiritual healing, and is a place of refuge and safety, forgiveness and reconciliation -- in other words, red doors invite the passers-by into a space filled with the Holy Spirit.
The color red also evokes the blood of Jesus Christ, which protects the wayfaring soul from spiritual harm.
Jesus Christ is our refuge. The red doors at St. George remind us that our parish community too must be a refuge for all those who enter through them. In this holy place, there will be no outcasts. Our doors are open to all!
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Below are descriptions of three exciting groups at St. George. The first two groups are usually held in our parish hall on certain Mondays. The Brothers Group meetings are planned for the third Thursday's of the month at different locations. If you are interested, please call the church office for information at 904-251-9272 or send an email to info.stgeorgechurch@gmail.com
What is the Life Savers Group?
If you are caring for a loved one, you are not alone, if you find yourself overwhelmed, frustrated, sad, and on and on.
The caregivers support group meets to express these feelings among others who share the same situations.
Sometimes, only others who share the same experiences can truly understand and offer relief through honest discussion and practical solutions.
What is the Circle of Sisters Group?
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The Circle of Sisters is a group of women who come together to check in with each other and offer a listening ear and a willing hand to anyone in need of support.
We also focus on helping make this a better place through volunteering, learning and giving. Some of our most recent events included volunteering at FEEDING NE FLORIDA, touring and donating to RETHREADED and taking the St. Johns Riverkeeper's tour on the river taxi while learning about our precious resource, water.
Please join us!
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What is the St. George Brothers Group?
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Men's Prayer, Share & Encouragement
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The plan is to meet every 3rd Thursday of the month.
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