Special Events

79th Annual Churchmen's Conference

August 8-10, 2025

St. Mary's Retreat Center, Sewanee

The theme this year is “An Invitation to Intention," exploring how we can live more fully through routine and healthy habits. The Apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 5:15-16, “Be careful then how you live, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time.”

Sister Hannah Winkler, Prioress of the Community of St. Mary, Southern Province, will speak Friday night on the balance found in the disciplines of the Benedictine Order, which are summed up in the motto, “Ora et Labora” (pray and work). Following worship and breakfast Saturday morning, the Rev. Tom Gildemeister will explore the practice of “Everyday Mysticism," Andy Van Grinsven, Personal Trainer, will close out Saturday night with encouragement to transform our lives and capabilities, asking “Have You Tried Being Strong?”

We are grateful to have Bishops John Bauerschmidt and Phoebe Roaf with us throughout the weekend, especially at our times of worship. This year we will miss Bishop Brian Cole of East Tennessee and wish him rest and renewal while on sabbatical. Friday and Saturday nights will close with Compline, and our mornings will begin with Holy Eucharist, under the tent on Saturday and at All Saints Chapel at the University of the South on Sunday.

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Ongoing Opportunities

Men's Basketball  

First Tuesdays  |  6:00pm in Legacy Hall  

All men of St. George’s are invited for an evening of five-on-five pick-up basketball in Legacy Hall on the 1st Tuesdays of every month. No reservations required—join us at 6:00pm and be ready to play. Contact church member Reed Ellis with any questions at reedaellis@gmail.com. See you there!

ROGUES

First Thursdays  | 12:00-1:30pm in the Library 

The Retired Old Guys Unpaid Executive Services (ROGUES) engage active retirees in fellowship and support ministries of the church using their personal and professional experience. New people are always welcome to our monthly lunch meetings, but please contact the Rev. Richard Kew to help us plan for the meal.

Friday Men’s Bible Study

Fridays  |  7:30 – 8:30am in the Conference Room

Following the 7:00am Eucharist on Fridays, join us for a weekly Bible study. For the first 30 minutes of our time together, we will study the Bible. For the concluding 30 minutes we answer the question, “What has God been doing in my life this past week?” New members welcome anytime. To learn more, contact church member Don Greene at 615-243-2493 or dongreene938@gmail.com.