I’ve been mulling over the notion of Truth recently, and it’s all come to a point after having watched the movie ‘Silence’ by Martin Scorsese based upon Shusako Endo’s novel by the same name. 

I briefly considered writing a movie review seven years too late but it’s not the film itself that I ended up engaging with but impressions that the movie may evince or that at least we easily infer given our modern western frame. Steven D. Greydanus movie review put it nicely, “Silence tells no one exactly what they want to hear, except those who can hear nothing else.” ...

Lent: a spiritual detox for your soul, where we trade in excess for introspection, and fast-paced living for a mindful journey, all centered on the love of Jesus.

Join us for our Lenten series, "Faith Foundation," as we explore the promises of God revealed in the Old Testament and fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Let's journey together and draw closer to our Savior's transformative love.

See you this Sunday at 10 am for our service, followed by coffee hour. We can't wait to share this experience with you!

Celebrant:

Rev Seth Enriquez

Readings:

Numbers 21:4–9; Ephesians 2:1–10; John 3:14–21 (Read now)

Hymns:

Great Are You Lord (Listen now) (Sheet music)

Scandal of Grace (Listen now) (Sheet music)

Tethered to the Cross (Listen now) 

At The Cross (Listen now) (Sheet music)

Goodness of Jesus (Listen now) (Sheet music)

To keep up to date with the new songs we're singing this year, listen to them on our church worship playlist here.

Join us at St. George's for our weekly regular events designed to nourish both body and soul!

Food & Friends: Every Monday from 5 pm to 7 pm, come indulge in a delicious meal and forge new friendships in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Alpha: Also on Mondays, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm, delve into discussions about faith and spirituality in a safe and inclusive environment. Join us for dinner at Food and Friends at 6:30 pm, or meet directly at St. George's at 7 pm for the discussion group.

Midday Eucharist: Take a moment for reflection and prayer at our Midday Eucharist service every Tuesday at 12 pm. Join us for a peaceful time of spiritual connection and Holy Communion.

Bible Study: Join us on Tuesdays from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm for Bible Study, where we gather to read, explore, and discuss the scriptures, fostering friendship and spiritual growth.

We look forward to welcoming you to these enriching experiences at St. George's!

As Lent leads us towards the hope of Easter, we are excited to announce our upcoming Parish Book Study for Eastertide.

We'll be diving into "Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus--and Why It Matters Today," exploring seven reasons for the resurrection of Jesus.

If you'd like to be part of this journey, reach out to Rev Seth directly at seth@stgeorgesinthepines.com. You can purchase the book via the button below.

Let's prepare our hearts and minds for the joyous season ahead by delving deeper into the significance of Christ's resurrection!

Join us for a family-friendly event where all ages are welcome! Children can roam, dance, eat, drink, sleep, or play - and it's all included!

Come over on Sun, Mar 24 at 2:00pm and experience an unforgettable afternoon of live music at St. George's in the Pines!

Join the Mountain Time Trio as they take you on a journey through captivating melodies inspired by Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke, Rachmaninoff's Elégiaque, and Reena Esmail's Hindustani classical music influences.

Join us for the third sermon in our "Faith Foundation" Lenten series: "Sinai: The Promise of Love."

The Ten Commandments reveal sin's gravity and God's love. Jesus fulfills this promise, offering a transformed relationship through trust. He walks us through sin and grace, offering healing. Embrace this grace and trust in Christ's power and love.

Whenever you seek prayer or support, we're here for you. Tap the button below to share a prayer request or just hit reply to this email.

- The Messiah We Don't Ask For explores the paradox of Jesus' confrontational approach, contrasting societal expectations of a Messiah with his message of suffering, death, and resurrection, ultimately challenging us to embrace a meaingful life over conventional niceness.

- Forgiveness in Genesis: Another kind of vision by Marilynne Robinson is a moving essay that delves into the transformative power of forgiveness and the fulfillment of divine promises amid human frailty and suffering.

- We Are Repaganizing, Louise Perry examines the clash between Christian morality and pagan ethics, particularly regarding issues like sexism and human rights, arguing for the continued importance of Christian values in protecting the vulnerable.

- Learn Where to Look for God's Kingdom • Sermon on the Mount (Episode 1) is an excellent animated offering by the Bible Project on the essential teachings of Jesus. Definitely keep up with this series!

- Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus--and Why It Matters Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explores the profound significance of Jesus' resurrection, offering seven compelling reasons supported by evidence. We'll be reading this book for our Parish Book Study in Eastertide so pick it up and join us!

This year, we're inviting you to be a part of something special at our church ministry. Whether you're able to give financially or offer your time as a volunteer, every contribution helps us make a meaningful impact in our community.

Sharing a positive Google review is another incredible way to give (click here!)—it helps us reach more hearts and spread our mission further. Thank you for considering all these ways to support us!

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