EVENTS
Book Discussion During Coffee Hour - Join us for coffee, community, and thoughtful conversation after the Sunday service as we begin our discussion of The Tears of Things by Richard Rohr. The series starts October 19. For more information, please contact Tommy Moreland at tommy.moreland.tx@gmail.com or the church office.
“Stewarding Relationships” Dinners - We are excited to continue our Stewardship Dinners this year, building on the great success of last year. Dinners will take place on the evening of Sunday, October 26, at three locations (North, Central, and South Austin). We will be sending out invites soon for RSVP! Please share your interest in attending at alexhhopson@gmail.com or jpeytonhicks@gmail.com before October 19.
Looking for a fun and relaxed way to connect with fellow St. George’s friends? Come join us for Pub Club at B.D. Riley’s Irish Pub in Mueller!
We gather on the first Monday of every month from 6–8 PM to enjoy good food, great conversation, and a pint (or two!) together.
Bring a friend and come share some laughter and fellowship — everyone is welcome!
✨ When: 1st Monday of the month, 6–8 PM
📍 Where: B.D. Riley’s Irish Pub, Mueller – Austin, TX
November 14–16, 2025
Location: Wessendorff Retreat Center, Austin, Texas
Register now and join us for St. George’s Annual Parish Retreat — a beloved tradition and highlight of our year!
Enjoy a weekend of rest, renewal, and reconnection surrounded by the beauty of the Hill Country.
The Parish Retreat is a time for our St. George’s community to gather for worship, fellowship, and reflection — a chance to slow down, deepen friendships, and strengthen our shared faith.
October 26 – Soft registration deadline (please sign up by this date)
November 5 – Final registration deadline
Friday, November 14
Arrival, registration, and welcome service
Saturday, November 15
Full retreat day: worship, small groups, and fellowship
Sunday, November 16
Closing worship, evaluations, and departure
Inspiring worship and music
Time for rest, prayer, and reflection
Community meals and fellowship
Activities for all ages
Email the Parish Retreat Team at admin@saintgeorgesaustin.org
Updates will also appear in our church's Sunday bulletin, newsletter, and on social media.
Give the gift of life in memory of Ralph Hausser and Stan Coppinger.
Join us for St. George’s Blood Drive or donate anytime at the Central Texas Blood Bank (4300 N. Lamar) — just be sure to credit St. George’s Episcopal Church when you give.
Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for helping us honor their memory through this meaningful act of love and service.
🎶 Concert in the Nave
Saturday, October 18 at 2:00 p.m.
St. George’s Episcopal Church, Nave
Saturday, October 18th at 2 pm
Join us for a special Saturday afternoon of music and praise as St. George’s Choir celebrates 75 years of faith, tradition, and song.
This milestone concert features choral works chosen from our own library, each one prepared as an offering of worship to God. From timeless Latin hymns to beloved psalm settings, our voices will be lifted together in gratitude and joy.
Come and share this grateful celebration, an afternoon filled with beauty, community, and the enduring gift of music.
All are welcome—bring a friend!
Join us for our annual Blessing of the Animals, a special service celebrating the bond between humans and all of God's creatures.
In the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, we invite you to bring your beloved pets—dogs, cats, birds, and more—to be blessed. If you can't bring your animal, feel free to bring a photo of a cherished pet or even a favorite stuffed animal.
This beautiful and heartfelt service will be held on Saturday, October 4th, at 11 a.m., under the trees on the St. George's Church grounds. All are welcome to participate in this special tradition that honors the role animals play in our lives.
Join us for St. George's first-ever Earth Care Fair on Saturday, September 28th, starting at 11:30 AM!
This special event will be held under the trees on the grounds by Wright House. We'll have a variety of tables and presentations to help us all become better stewards of our planet.
What to Expect:
Pollinator Gardens & Rain Gardens: Learn what plants thrive here and how to manage water on your land.
"What Do I Do With...": Get tips on where to recycle a wide range of items.
Using Less Plastic: Discover simple ways to reduce your plastic consumption.
Restoring Natural Spaces: Find out how we can advocate for our common home.
Creation Station for Kids: Children can get creative making crafts from upcycled materials.
Petting Zoo: Meet some friendly goats, rabbits, and ducks!
The fair will be a great opportunity to learn, connect with others, and celebrate our commitment to caring for the Earth. We look forward to seeing you there!
CALENDAR
August 31, 2025: “Sew-in" (bag sewing) after church in Kleberg Hall. From 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
September 7, 2025: Bag stuffing in Kleberg Hall after the service. From 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
September 14, 2025: Bag blessing at the new SAFE facility with the blessing of the facility and the workers' hands. From 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Delivery and Blessing of SAFE Comfort Bags
📅 Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
🕥 Time: Immediately following the 10:30 AM service, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
📍 Location: SAFE Headquarters
We are honored once again to be invited by SAFE to their headquarters for the delivery and blessing of our comfort bags.
This invitation is a meaningful sign of trust and partnership, and we hope many of you will join us. We will depart for SAFE directly after the 10:30 AM Eucharist. Please note: There will be no coffee hour at St. George’s that day; refreshments will be provided at SAFE.
Let us come together in love and solidarity to bless these gifts and stand in support of those on the journey of healing.
Blessing of the Backpacks
August 17, 2025 10:30 am - August 25, 2025 12:45 pm
Each August, we gather the entire St. George’s community for a special gathering that informs, protects, and celebrates us all.
What: The beginning-of-year school ceremony led by the Reverend Dr. Matt Boulter, where students of all ages get their backpacks blessed, meet their new teachers, visit their classrooms, and socialize.
Parents can enjoy refreshments, connect with their child’s teacher, and ask questions at our meet-and-greet, led by Head of School Jerri Thompson.
When: Sunday, Aug. 17, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Blessing), 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (Meet Your Teacher and Socialize).
Where: St. George’s Episcopal Church (Blessings), and School facilities and playground (Meet and Greet).
The Blessing of the Backpacks sets the tone for the school year, and it’s a significant part of the St. George's Episcopal School mission to nourish each child’s mind, body, and spirit — and build an inclusive community.
Join us for St. George’s Wednesday night adult discussion group, Wednesday Weavings. We start the evening with a shared salad bar meal, then discuss a reading from our book, A Journey with Luke, and conclude with the liturgy of Compline. Please contact Frances Rickard at fajrickard@gmail.com for a copy of the reading or more information. Hope to see you there. All are welcome!
Women's Book Group will meet on June 14. This month’s book is The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. If you would like more information, please contact Alice Nelson (mzlsnlsn@gmail.com) or Sarah Campbell (cowmartket2 @gmail.com). All the women of St. George’s are welcome whether you have read the book or not!
April 25-27 in the Hill Country at Wellspring Retreat Center on Wessendorff Ranch
Join your fellow parishioners in getting to know one another and building community! Very casual social meeting. Arrive when you can and stay as long or as little as you’d like. Bring a friend, all are welcome!
1st Monday of the month from 6-8 pm at B.D. Riley’s
We Are Blood returns to St. George’s after church on Sunday, March 30 for our blood drive. The Mobile Donation Unit (aka, the big bus) will be conveniently located in the Kleberg Hall parking lot from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. You simply sign up (use group code E034) and show up! Click here to sign up.
The next sew-in will be on Sunday, March 23 after the 10:30 am service in Kleberg Hall. You don't have to be able to sew to be able to help! We will need sewing machines, irons and ironing boards, related accessories like yard sticks, and many willing hands. Please plan to attend! It's a wonderful community time as well as a deeply valued service. Lunch will be served.
“Virtues & Character in a Challenging World” will be held every Wednesday in Lent. Soup dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program and teaching at 7:15 p.m. led by Father Matt, the Rev. Susan Dolan-Henderson, and Mr. Chas Kipp, seminarian. If you can make soup for one of the Wednesday night suppers, please contact Anne Bandholz or Alice Nelson.
Help us celebrate birthdays at St. George’s Court, our affordable housing ministry for senior adults and people with disabilities. Join us on a first Saturday — February 1, March 1, and/or April 5 — from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Court’s Community room for a light lunch and fellowship with residents. Sign up to bring cake, sandwiches, a fruit or veggie tray, lemonade, a fun activity or just yourself and/or your family by emailing andreagalsparks@gmail.com.
Join us on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm to celebrate the 40th anniversary of St. George’s Court. Fun for the whole family and a great opportunity to give back to the community!
A four-week Sunday morning Christian formation class introducing St. George’s to folks who are new and/or curious about life in our parish.
This week’s (April 7) topic of discussion: Church History
Saint George is thought to have been born into a noble Christian family in the late third century in what is now modern-day Turkey. As a soldier and officer in the Roman army, he refused to denounce his faith and persecute fellow Christians, leading to his martyrdom in 303 AD. Legend has told that Saint George slew a dragon to save a princess, the King’s daughter. Join us as we celebrate this Sain on Sunday, April 28.
Our entire community is invited to SAFE to bless Eloise House and the recently-completed comfort bags. We are thrilled and honored by this invitation and hope many can attend. Both blessings will involve the laying on of hands, and our congregation will be joined by the staff and nurse advocates at SAFE as we unite to bless this sacred work. We will depart for SAFE immediately following the service, in lieu of coffee hour. People can carpool or go on their own. The address is 1515 Grove, and exact directions for parking and location on the SAFE campus will be provided that morning.
