Senior Ministry
Prime Time Speakers Series
Third Thursdays
11:30am - 1:00pm in Hampton Hall
This popular speakers series is designed for seniors but open to all. We gather for lunch at 11:30am followed by an engaging guest speaker. We also occasionally take group tours both locally and out of state.
July 16 | "250th Anniversary: The People Who Shaped Our Nation" with Norma Shirk, historian
August 20 | "Where is the Bible? Looking at the Original Documents" with Kem Hinton, author & speaker
September 17 | "Warner Parks Nature Center" with Vera Roberts, Nature Center Director
October 15 | "Faith in the Spotlight" with Megan Alexander, national television correspondent
November 19 | "Unexpected: Encounters with Jesus" with Miriam McClung, artist (featured in the Bradford Gallery)
December 17 | "Songs of the Season" with Gerry Senechal, St. George's Associate Director of Music & Organist
RSVPs requested by the Monday before each event for the $12 lunch. Make your reservation with the church at 615-385-2150 x 262 or online.
Seniors Helping Others
This group offers volunteer opportunities during the year which serve St. George’s ministries as well as other organizations. The projects are varied, so people with all abilities can help throughout the year, and new volunteers are always welcome. Unless otherwise noted, projects will take place from 10:00am to Noon in the Library. Contact Karen Lackey to learn more at 615-352-6263 or lackeyjk@comcast.net.
*NO PROJECT IN JULY!
Thursday, August 6 | Writing encouragement cards for St. George’s high school students
Thursday, September 3 | Building care packages for the men staying with us at Room in the Inn
Thursday, October 1 | Organizing craft kits for the residents of Hogar de Vida Children’s Home
Thursday, November 5 | Writing Thanksgiving Day cards for St. George's at-home church members
Thursday, December 3 | Filling gift bags for the mothers at Ella’s House
Lunch & Learn: Health Matters
Lunch & Learn facilitates an environment of care and support to those who want to learn about topics of wellness that affect seniors. Lunch is offered as a part of the program, and all are welcome to attend, both seniors and their loved ones or caregivers.
Thursday, September 24 | "Making My Final Choices Using the 'Five Wishes' Booklet" with panel featuring the Rev. Roger Senechal, Steve Davis, and Robin Puryear, RN
Thursday, October 22 | "Fall Prevention Class" with specialists Denise Bellardo, LPT and Laura Dennison, RN
RSVPs requested by the Monday before each event for the $12 lunch. Make your reservation with the church at 615-385-2150 x 262 or online.
Building Community
Coffee & Conversation
Second Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:30am in the Gathering Space
Join our volunteer hosts for Coffee and Conversation in the Gathering Space. Come and go as you wish - this is a casual gathering to meet old and new friends in fellowship.
Caring Connections
Helping church members stay connected even though they may not be able to attend services or participate in activities at the church. Volunteers are assigned to contact parishioners via monthly visits, calls, or notes. In addition, these parishioners have the opportunity to participate through prayer, phone calls or writing to other parishioners. There are meaningful ways for anyone to contribute in this ministry. Contact Karen Lackey to learn more at 615-352-6263 or lackeyjk@comcast.net.
Sharing our Stories
Archive & Memories Committee
The Archives Committee helps to inventory, organize, and share the stories of St. George’s. To learn more about contributing to this initiative, please contact church member Seawell Brandau at brandausj@gmail.com.