Worship

Worship is central to our common life, especially on Sunday mornings.  At St. George’s we worship in a variety of ways because our God is both King and Shepherd.  Traditional worship in the Nave and Chapel demonstrates God’s transcendence and majesty, and our modern service called The Table reveals God as our friend and shepherd. We invite you to join us for worship in whichever time and setting allows you to know God more deeply. 

Learn About Worship Services

 

Sunday School

10:05 - 10:50am

We offer dynamic, Scripture-based offerings during Sunday school hour for adults, youth, and children that are intentionally selected for the needs and interests of parishioners at St. George’s. Each class is approachable, theologically rich, and formative in your life with God.  In addition, you may join us for fellowship at Coffee Hour in the Gathering Space. Please consider joining us on a journey to deeper connection with Christ and with each other.

Please follow the links below to learn more about offerings for each age group.

Adults Youth Children

 

Nursery & Childcare

Children are welcome to all of our services. For our youngest children, nursery and childcare are available during the 8:45am, 9:00am, and 11:00am services on Sundays. The nursery is also open during the Sunday school hour at 10:05am and for special services throughout the year. Our loving staff are ready to care for your little ones starting 15 minutes before the service.

Nursery  |  Rooms 101, 102 & 105

For children born in 2020-22 who are at least 8 weeks old

Questions about nursery? Contact Sandra Sarratt, Nursery Coordinator | 615-385-2150 x 229 or sandra.sarratt@stgeorgesnashville.org.

Childcare  |  Room 111 

For kids born in 2019 through Kindergarteners

Parents are invited to pick up their children to receive Holy Eucharist during the worship service.

Questions about childcare? Contact Cate Jones, Director of Children’s and Family Ministry | 615-385-2150 x 268 or cate.jones@stgeorgesnashville.org.

 

Kids Chapel

For 1st - 6th graders | Johnson Hall

Chapel allows space for kids to be directly involved in readings and worship, to cultivate community through games and conversation, and provide teachings that are targeted for a younger audience. On the first Sunday of the month, St. Dunstan’s Choir joins us to lead us in singing.

For those attending the 8:45am Rite II service in the Nave, kids start with the adults in and during the Gospel hymn they follow an acolyte to Kids Chapel in Johnson Hall. Kids attending The Table service in Legacy Hall can go directly to Johnson Hall at 9:00am. Everyone will return to the service before Communion.

Questions? Contact Julie Gibbons, Associate Director of Children’s and Family Ministry | 615-385-2150 x 267 or julie.gibbons@stgeorgesnashville.org.

 

Communion

Can I receive Communion at St. George’s?

All baptized Christians are invited to receive Communion. Those who have not been baptized are welcome to come to the Communion rail for a blessing. You may indicate your desire for a blessing by crossing your arms over your chest. Gluten-free wafers are available upon request.

At what age can my child receive Communion?

This is a question many parents ask as they are striving to raise their children in the church. Once we are baptized — regardless of our age — we are welcome to receive Communion. Our Book of Common Prayer (p. 858) indicates that at the time of baptism, we receive the inward and spiritual grace of union with Christ in his death and resurrection, birth into God’s family (the Church), forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit. Once a child is born into God’s family, that child is welcome to participate in Communion at any time.

We also offer an option 5-week Communion Class to help 3rd graders grow deeper in their faith as they gain understanding about the prayers, actions, and elements of Holy Communion. Many parents like to use this class to prepare their child for first Communion, but the class is equally beneficial for children who have already been receiving communion. Questions? Contact Cate Jones, Director of Children's & Family Ministries | 615-385-2150 x 268 or cate.jones@stgeorgesnashville.org.