Our book this year will be ‘Falling Upward’ by Richard Rohr, a Roman Catholic Franciscan priest and writer on spirituality based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was ordained in 1970, founded the New Jerusalem Community in Cincinnati in 1971, and the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque in 1987. In 2011, the US Public Broadcasting Service described him as "one of the most popular spirituality authors and speakers in the world".The book's key idea is that we grow more spiritually by doing it wrong than by doing it right. Richard Rohr offers a new understanding of one of life’s most profound mysteries: how our failing can be the foundation for our ongoing spiritual growth. Drawing on the wisdom from time-honoured myths, heroic poems, great thinkers and sacred religious texts, he explores the two halves of life to show that those who have fallen, failed, or ‘gone down’ are the only ones who understand ‘up’. “Most of us were taught that God would love us if and when we change. In fact, God loves you so that you can change. What empowers change, what makes you desirous of change is the experience of love. It is that inherent experience of love that becomes the engine of change.” Richard RohrFollow more of Richard Rohr's teachings via the podcast series, ‘Everything Belongs’. The book is available on Amazon. Please order your copy as soon as possible, but let Fr Louis know if you need help getting a copy. There will be an opportunity to share our reflections on the book later in Lent.
In 325 AD, under the chairmanship of Bishop Hosius of Cordoba, the Council of Nicaea brought together for the first time bishops from all over the then Christian world to reflect on the nature and identity of Jesus Christ, and what it means to speak of him as both divine and human. It began a process that was eventually to lead, 60 or so years later, to the formulation of what is now called the Nicene Creed, regularly used by millions of Christians, including Anglicans, to proclaim their faith Sunday by Sunday. This course aims to help us understand the impact of the Council of Nicaea in three ways: 1. To learn about the Nicene Creed, and the place of creeds more generally in the church’s life and liturgy 2. To understand the meaning of the Nicene Creed. The words of the Creed are not straightforward. 3. To be inspired by the Nicene Creed, so that we may serve God more faithfully, in worship and mission.The St George’s Lent Group Zoom room can be accessed here. Meeting ID: 861 3807 2415. Passcode: 931320 Wouldl you like a taster? Click here to watch a short introduction to the course. Click the Download button on the right hand side to access the full St George's Guide to Lent 2025.
Ash Wednesday 5th March, Salinas Church, 3pm, Holy Eucharist with the Imposition of Ashes. Ash Wednesday 5th March, St George's Church, 7pm, Holy Eucharist with the Imposition of Ashes. Saturday 8th March, Salinas Church, 11:30am Holy Eucharist for the first weekend in Lent. Sunday 9th March, St George's Church, 11:30am, Holy Eucharist for the first Sunday in Lent. Sunday 16th March, St George's Church, 11:30am, Holy Eucharist for the second Sunday in Lent. Saturday 22nd March, Salinas Church, 11:30am Holy Eucharist for Oscar Romero's feast day. Sunday 23rd March, St George's Church, 11:30am, Holy Eucharist for the third Sunday in Lent. Sunday 30th March, St George's Church, 11:30am, Holy Eucharist for Mothering Sunday. Saturday 5th April, Salinas Church, 12 noon, Holy Eucharist and Passover Meal. Passion Sunday 6th April, St George's Church, 11:30am, Holy Eucharist.Saturday 12th April, Salinas Church, 11:30am Holy Eucharist for Palm Saturday. Palm Sunday 13th April, St George's Church, 11:30am, Procession of Palms and Eucharist. Maundy Thursday 17th April, St George's Church, 7pm, Eucharist, Stripping of the Altar and Watch. DetailsGood Friday 18th April, Salinas Church, 12 noon, Stations of the Cross. DetailsGood Friday 18th April, St George's Church, 2pm, Liturgy of the Passion. DetailsEaster Eve, Saturday 19th April, Salinas Church, 11:30am Easter Eucharist with baptism. DetailsEaster Sunday 20th April, St George's Church, 11:30am Eucharist of the Resurrection. DetailsClick here to hear the Choir from St Martin's-in-the-Fields in London sing Lenten hymn, My Song is Love Unknown Picture above from the Passion at Villanueva de Tapia, 2023
Music at St George’s is delighted to present The Chain, a Tribute Band to Fleetwood Mac. They will be performing at St George’s Church on Saturday 17th May.Named after a Fleetwood Mac song, The Chain offers an authentic immersion into the incredible musical journey of Fleetwood Mac. The group is made up of well-established Spanish, British, Argentinian, American, and Danish musicians.Fleetwood Mac started out as a British blues band, formed in London in 1967 by guitarist and singer Peter Green. The band was named by combining the surnames of drummer Mick Fleetwood and bassist John McVie. First hitting the big time with their 1968 UK number one hit single, Albatross, they went on to sell over 120 million records worldwide, including hits like Dreams, Rhiannon, Go Your Own Way, Everywhere. The concert starts 8pm. Gates and the bar are open from 7.15 pm. There will be a 45 minute intermission during which you can enjoy a picnic, take a walk round the cemetery, meet the performers and visit the bar (where food will also be available). Tickets are €25 and can be booked here.We are anticipating a large turnout for this event. So please book early to avoid disappointment.
