HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

On Being Thankful by St. John Cassian

“We should give thanks to Him, as it is said: ‘In everything give thanks’ (I Thess. 5:18). Closely linked to this phrase is another of St. Paul’s injunctions: ‘Pray without ceasing’ (I Thess. 5:17), that is, be mindful of God at all times, in all places, and in every circumstance. For no matter what you do, you should keep in mind the Creator of all things. When you see the light, do not forget Him who gave it to you; when you see the sky, the earth, the sea and all that is in them, marvel at these things and glorify their Creator; when you put on clothing, acknowledge whose gift it is and praise Him who in His providence has given you life. In short, if everything you do becomes for you an occasion for glorifying God, you will be praying unceasingly. And in this way your soul will always rejoice, as St. Paul commends (cf. I Thess. 5:16).” Give thanks to the Lord always!

STEWARDSHIP

VOYAGE to 900!

As we approach the year-end Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays season, your generous support for St. George’s many blessed ministries and operations is more important than ever. Let’s reach that $900,000 goal to help St. George flourish and thrive without the need for outside revenue. Thank you for your strong and enduring commitment to our parish. To God be the glory! 

PLANNED GIVING

As year-end approaches, please consider your long-term impact on the future life of St. George. Tax benefits include donating long-term appreciated securities or making a Qualified Charitable Contribution from your taxable IRA directly to St. George, if applicable. Please contact Father Dimitrios for further guidance and be sure to contact your financial professional to determine if these choices are suitable for you.

3RD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

Please join us for the 3rd Annual St. George Christmas Experience!

Saturday, Dec. 3, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

This wonderful outdoor celebration opens Christmas season 2022, with a guest appearance by Santa Claus!

Registration Link: https://stgeorge.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/686/responses/new

Parishioners and friends are encouraged to sponsor trees and wreaths to line our church campus for a walk or drive-through representing the vibrancy of our St. George community. 

• Christmas Tree Sponsorship: 7' pre-lit Christmas trees provided for you to decorate your tree ($300) or have your tree decorated by our designer ($500).
• Christmas Wreath Sponsorship: $100

Trees and wreaths will remain on display at St. George through January 2023.

Register all individuals in your group for a time interval, as we are following public health guidelines.

Please see flier for pictures of all goods sold below. Pick-up for all products is on December 3rd during the event. 

• Tsoureki (1.5 lb. sweet bread) - $15
• Koulourakia package of 12 - $10
• Christmas Ornament: Icon w/incense or Cross w/Icons - $20

CASH BAR

Food and drink will be sold during the event and available while supplies last. 

Please bring an unwrapped toy for charity!

All Christmas Experience proceeds will help "Cool Down the GYM" at Saint George.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Christmas experience Ornament Contest 

The Sunday School Christmas Tree theme this year will be “ What a wonderful Life”. Students are invited to make and bring ornaments within the theme (little bells, angel wings, angels) and write anonymous heartfelt messages for friends and family to brighten their holiday with a prayer.  The winner of the ornament contest will be acknowledged with a prize by Father Dimitrios.

Christmas Bulletin Drawing Contest 

A call to all our great little or not so little artists! 

Use the traditional Orthodox Nativity scene icons and write your icon to decorate the Saint George’s Christmas bulletin.

The artist of the icon selected will get a prize from Father Dimitrios and a check of $200 will be sent to an Orthodox charity/mission of their choice. 

PHILOPTOCHOS

Sign up for the Community Christmas Card by following the attached link, email our Philoptochos (stgphiloptochos1019@gmail.com) or find us during fellowship hour.” 

MISSION TEAM

The St. George Mission Team is currently recruiting for the July 9-15, 2023, mission trip to Appalachia. Please see the information on the CCB Mission Team site and/or contact Athena Kaiser at athena59kaiser@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you.

PRESCHOOL

Lunch with Santa, a beautiful tradition at St. George will be hosted by St. George Greek Preschool in person this year. Join us Sunday, December 11th following Divine Liturgy for lunch with a special visit from Santa. 

Tickets for adults are $20, children are $10, and children under 3 are free.

Tickets are available for purchase online via our website under the events tab:  https://www.stgeorgegreekpreschool.org/events.html. 

Space is limited so please reserve as soon as possible.

If you have any questions please email St.George.Greek.Preschool@gmail.com. 

We look forward to you joining us!