Due to inclement weather, the viewing of "Crash" and the subsequent group discussion have been postponed to a date to be announced.
We are combining our final movie, Crash (R), with a group discussion lead by parishioner Marlene Eubanks on a Sunday to be announced, in the Parish Hall following our 10:30 a.m. service. In addition to our group viewing, we have one copy of the movie available to parishioners for a two-evening loan; contact Aleeda Crawley for details.
Winner of the Oscar for Best Picture, Crash may be the most honest look at race relations ever portrayed in a movie. From Netflix: Tensions erupt when the tangled lives of a Brentwood housewife, her district attorney husband, a Persian shopkeeper, two cops, a pair of carjackers and a Korean couple converge over a 36-hour period in the diverse metropolis of post-9/11 Los Angeles.
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Saturday, March 13: "Welcome to the Episcopal Church"
This class has been canceled. For more information, please contact the Rev. Chris Carroll (email at right).
On Saturday, March 13 a class will be held in the Resource Center to learn about the Episcopal Church. We'll meet from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with breakfast provided.
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March 14 & 21: Who Is My Neighbor? Connecting to Women's Lives, Taking Action Two events for Women's History Month
St. George's Women's Iniative will hold two events during Women's History Month focusing on the lives of women both "locally" and "globally." Who Is My Neighbor? Connecting to Women's Lives, Taking Action will offer background, insights and a call to action – with hands-on information about what we can do help improve the lives of women and girls at home and around the globe. Experts now recognize that enhancing women's lives is directly linked to an improved quality of life for everyone.
Sunday, March 14: Jersey Women: Realities for Neighbors You Thought You Knew
Lindsay McHugh, St. George's liaison to North Porch and Shaunille McDonald, a member of St George's and CEO of Arbor-Vine, Inc., will discuss the stark realities for the women who receive emergency assistance at North Porch Centers (a St. George's ministry), as well as the current climate for women in the Garden State. The event will give everyone an opportunity to learn what is happening with NJ women on the ground, but also get involved at whatever level they can to improve the lives of women at North Porch and elsewhere.
Sunday, March 21: Fighting For Their Lives: Women, Oppression and a Future of Hope
Martha Gardner, Diocesan Coordinator for Episcopal Relief and Development, and Judith Stark, Professor of Women's Studies at Seton Hall University, will discuss the growing oppression of women and girls around the world, what we need to know now regarding current crises, and what we can do to help change the course of their lives.
Both events will be held in the Parish Hall following Coffee Hour.
Critically acclaimed singers Melissa Hamilton and Vicki Burns will be joining St. George's own "Elaine St. George" (a.k.a. Elaine Bennett) to sing your requests, backed by a jazz duo on piano and bass.
Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be included in the $20 ticket price. Song requests start at $100, and there's a special combination offer: two tickets and one song request for only $125.
Proceeds will support the work Episcopal Relief & Development is doing in Haiti.
If you were at our last all-request concert – after Hurricane Katrina – you know what a great evening it was. So join us on March 20 – and bring your friends!
A four-legged guest in church! Video from Palm Sunday 2009.
A special four-legged guest takes part in the 9:15 a.m. Palm Sunday Family Eucharist, portraying the donkey that carried Jesus into Jerusalem as the children reenact the first Palm Sunday procession.
The Liturgy of the Palms takes place at 10:15 a.m. in the Cloister Garden, weather permitting, after which we process into the church.
During the 10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist we celebrate the triumph of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and end in quiet solemnity as we enter Holy Week.
A Tenebrae Service will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday of Holy Week. "Tenebrae" is a Latin term meaning "shadows." The Tenebrae service is a powerful collection of psalms and readings marking the themes of despair and darkness just before Jesus' ultimate victory over death.
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Thursday, April 1: Maundy Thursday
A Choral Eucharist & Liturgy of Maundy Thursday will be held at 8:00 p.m.. This commemoration of the Last Supper includes the re-enactment of Jesus' washing the disciples' feet as a sign of service and humility, and ends with the stripping of the altar creating the austere atmosphere for Good Friday.
An all-night vigil in the church begins immediately after the service, ending with Morning Prayer at 7:00 a.m. Friday.
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Friday, April 2: Good Friday
This most solemn day of the Christian year is observed with a 4:00 p.m. Children's Service designed to help them understand the crucifixion through the Stations of the Cross, and at the 8:00 p.m. Choral Liturgy of Good Friday, which includes Veneration of the Cross, and Communion from reserve Sacrament.
The church is also open from noon until 3:00 p.m. for personal meditation.
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973-762-1319 x1
Saturday, April 3: The Great Vigil of Easter
The Great Vigil of Easter, beginning with the blessing of the Paschal Fire in front of the church doors at 8:00 p.m., is the most ancient form of Easter worship proclaiming Jesus' resurrection.
Through lessons recalling salvation history and the joyous ringing of bells leading to the celebration of the resurrection and the Eucharist, the Great Vigil of Easter ushers in the triumphal feast day of Easter. Everyone is invited to bring small bells to ring!
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973-762-1319 x1
Sunday, April 4: Easter Sunday
Three services provide a variety of worship experiences for all St. Georgians and all who wish to join us, capturing the joy of this wonderful day.
A service of Holy Eucharist will be held at 8:00 a.m.
At the Family Eucharist we will meet in front of the main doors of the church at 9:00 a.m. sharp for the "Search for Jesus." We will look for clues about whether it's time to let the "A" bugs emerge as "Alleluia Butterflies." We will interview a Roman centurion at the cross, and visit the tomb where Jesus was buried. If we get the answers we are looking for, the "A" bugs will be released during the service.
The "Search for Jesus" – video from Easter 2009.
The service is designed for younger children and will incorporate a simple Eucharist, along with Easter music and a children's homily. An Egg Hunt will follow, outdoors if possible or indoors in case of inclement weather. All are welcome and urged to invite friends!
The 10:30 a.m. Choral Festival Eucharist features the Choir of St. George's and the Saint George Singers children's choir, joined by organ and instruments. Everyone is invited to bring small bells to ring!
At the end of the service we will have our traditional sing-along of Handel's Hallelujah Chorus, with everyone in attendance invited to add their voices to the choir's. Musical scores will be provided.
The "Hallelujah Chorus" sing-along – video from Easter 2009.
Our celebration of Easter will conclude with an elegant reception in the parish hall.
