Send us out to do the
work you have given us to do.
We often pray these words after we receive the bread and wine in Holy Communion. This is our pattern of life: Bread is broken to be shared and, in receiving the answer to our hunger, we in turn to feed, encourage, and care for others. As Episcopalians, we proclaim that we’re baptized into Jesus’ continuing, life-giving ministry in the world; we’re all given work to do for justice, peace, and the wellbeing of our neighbors. St. George’s is committed to being actively involved throughout our community, and you can find your place and your part here.
Community Supper
Volunteers from St. George’s regularly prepare and serve a free meal for our neighbors, as part of YCSA’s Community Supper. Its a great opportunity to join a team and deepen connections across our community by eating together.
End 68 Hours
St. George’s acts as the host church and provides volunteer power for the York Chapter of End 68 Hours of Hunger. This 100% volunteer organization confronts the 68 hours of hunger experienced by York children who can’t count on meals over the weekend by providing bags of food for them to take home over the weekend.
YCSA
The York Community Service Association’s mission is to extend hospitality and help to every York resident who turns to them in need. YCSA runs the local food pantry, operates a thrift shop, and administers the Town’s General Assistance program. St. George’s is proud to combine efforts with YCSA, to care for and support to our vulnerable and struggling neighbors. We volunteer at the YCSA thrift shop, and the St. George’s team staffs the YCSA food pantry from 4:30 pm to close every Thursday, where those in need can shop for supplies and food.
Seeds of Hope
In Biddeford, Maine, Seeds of Hope offers hospitality and support to all who pass through their doors, including free expanded continental breakfast/lunch, new and gently used clothing, job search support, and health & educational programming within a caring community. St George’s Church provides financial support as well as a volunteer-driven soup supper several times a year.
The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree helps community families in need to celebrate Christmas. Early in Advent we receive information about the families anonymously from a community source and our Rector. A tree is set up in the parish hall with cardboard ornaments that name an item for a family member. Parishioners are invited to pick an ornament, purchase the item, wrap it, attach the tag to the outside of the package and return the gift to church. The families collect their gifts the week before Christmas.