Upcoming GUSS Sessions
Sunday, March 30: End of Life Issues. The Rev. LeeAnne Watkins will lead a workshop designed to help prepare families for end of life. These conversations are not always easy to have, but things are so much better if this subject can be talked about before a person is in a health crisis. Many times families are put in the situation of having to make life support decisions for someone who has never told them what their wishes might be. The angst this causes a family could be greatly diminished if they had the assurance they were making the decision their loved one would want them to make. At this session a tool called 5 Wishes will be offered as an easy, legal way to officially make your wishes known. Similar to that is planning for the funeral itself. A family can develop much concern trying to put together a funeral that the deceased would have liked. They struggle over music and scripture readings and locations for burial. The times that these choices have already been made by the one who has died brings great relief to the family and helps them in their grief. At this session we will go over a worksheet to help think through the various aspects of a funeral service. Sundays April 6 and 13: Alzheimer's/Dementias and Mental Fitness. Congregations are aging as society is aging. One of the issues that confronts aging congregations is Alzheimer's disease and other forms of cognitive diminishment and dementia. While many of us know a little about these issues, most of us could benefit from learning more. What are some early signs of cognitive diminishment? What can we do to work on our mental fitness? How can our congregation be supportive of persons and families experiencing Alzheimer's, dementias, and cognitive diminishment? Chaplain Yosef Hunter and the Rev. Dr. Mildred Cox will lead two sessions on this pastorally important topic.
Plan now to attend these installments in our Grown-Up Sunday School series!
GUSS 3.16.2008
GUSS will feature Terry Gips of Sustainability Associates, speaking on "What Would Jesus Do About Caring for Creation? - Possibilities for Living a Good Life and Creating a Just, Healthy Earth." How do our environmental concerns fit with our faith commitments? Come to GUSS on the 16th and explore some dimensions of this vital topic.
Environmental Stewardship Tip of the Month
If we are to concentrate on "reducing and reusing," as discussed last month, we should reduce our use of disposable paper products. But when you do buy paper towels, paper napkins, facial tissues and toilet paper, please consider buying recycled paper products. Most are made from 100% recycled paper, but an even more important number is the percent that is post-consumer paper. The higher the post-consumer percent, the better. Post consumer is the paper that we recycle from our homes. Look for brands like Green Forest, Seventh Generation and Whole Foods 365 brand.
Join us for Holy Week
Palm SundayLiturgy of the Palms and Holy EucharistMarch 16th at 8:00 am and 10:00 am Maundy Thursday7:30 pm - ServiceGood FridayMarch 21 - Noon - The Good Friday Liturgy7:00 pm - Liturgy of the WordHoly SaturdayAltar Guild preparation - 9:30 am Children's Holy Saturday - March 22nd - 10:00 am The Great Vigil and First Eucharist of Easter - March 22nd at 8:00 pm The Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter DayFestival Holy EucharistMarch 23rd at 8:00 and 10:00 am
Theology & a Pint, 3.25.2008
 Leading our discussion this month will be The Reverend Michele Morgan, Minister of Children, Youth and Families, St John the Baptist Minneapolis MN. Join us as Michele leads us in exploring what makes a good Christian movie. Come prepared to discuss your own favorites. Save the date of Tuesday, March 25th, 2008, 8:00 PM
Join us for good conversation, good theology and to share a pint.
When: Tuesday, March 25th, 8:00pm
Where: Kip's Irish Pub (Just West of 394 & Hwy 169)
9970 Wayzata Blvd, St. Louis Park (http://www.kipspub.com/)
Theology & a Pint is a monthly gathering and casual discussion for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of faith, god, culture and politics. Questions about Theology & a Pint? Please send an e-mail to rex.mckee@gmail.com.
Reaching Out
You never know when an opportunity for spiritual growth will occur
or where it will come from. It might happen during an encounter
at the water cooler, a sales call, on the plant floor or in the
board room. I might happen while you're walking around the lake
or taking a bike ride. Or, maybe you'll find a moment of grace while
serving food to the homeless or pounding a nail for Habitat for
Humanity. At St. George's, we have discussion groups and classes
to help you understand those opportunities, opportunities to give
back to the community, and fun recreational events. To find out
more, or to sign-up for a group, class, activity or service opportunity,
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The
Mission of
St. George's Church
To engage the Church’s mission
to restore all people to unity with God and each other in Christ,
St. George’s Parish will:
Listen
To the needs of our members and
neighbors through God.
To God through prayer, worship
and learning.
Proclaim
The gifts and dignity of all people in
Christ.
The living presence of Christ in our
everyday lives.
Serve
The common good by empowering our members
and neighbors to work for justice, peace and love.
God as disciples, ministers and stewards of creation.
Celebrate
The diversity and unity of many members
in one body of Christ.
The glory of God, expressions of
Christ’s love, and the gifts of the Spirit in the world.
We Are All Seekers...
...We Are All Welcome
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