Seeing as how we as a faith community are doing this to bless the valley, Chair of St. George's Council Alison Mewett and I had the lovely opportunity to bless the space for the grand re-opening. We wanted a blessing that would be rooted in our faith tradition, but one that was inclusive in its scope, marking the space as one welcome to all people.
Read MoreThe Comox Valley Toy Library was in need of a home, and St. George's has offered the Toy Library long-term space to run out of several vacant rooms in our basement, accessible by our 6th Street entrance
Read MoreSchedule of Holy Week/Easter Services 2015
Palm/Passion Sunday March 29th 10:30am at St. George’s United Church
Good Friday April 3rd 10:00am Joint Service at Comox United Church
Easter Sunrise Sunday April 5th 6:30am Joint Service at Goose Spit
Easter Sunday April 5th 10:30am at St. George’s United Church
While Martin Luther King Jr. is generally known for his social activism, non-violence, and legendary speeches, he was first and foremost a Christian preacher.
Read MoreIf encountering Jesus was as revolutionary, life-changing and challenging as people seemed to think it was (and is), then we shouldn't be surprised if these texts make us uncomfortable once and a while. We also shouldn't be surprised when they make big demands of us as his followers.
Read MoreMoney. The first Sunday in Lent. And we land on a story about money. And what’s worse—a story where Jesus tells this young, successful, and faithful guy, that he’s got to give it all away. To inherit eternal life. To receive God’s kingdom. Just when you thought that Lent was just a big guilt trip leading up to Easter. Here comes Jesus. Confirming all of your suspicions.
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