St. Giles' in Jefferson
ABOUT ST. GILES’
St. Giles’ has a strong tradition of welcoming and openness. We hope to make comfortable all people who visit, try us out, or come earnestly looking for a new church home, regardless of their religious background, social situation, or political-philosophical orientation. We feel there’s a warm place for anyone at St. Giles’ and we want you to feel that way too.
Within the Episcopal branch of the Anglican Church—that branch of the “holy catholic and apostolic church” stemming from centuries-old English tradition—any baptized person and anyone who desires a closer relationship with Jesus Christ is welcomed at the Lord’s Supper. Please feel free to receive Communion with us whenever you, your family, spouse, children, or friends are here.
Easter Memorial Gifts
We are now collecting donations for Easter Memorial Gifts. The vestry has decided that this year we will send this money to Episcopal Relief and Development to support their work to “heal a hurting world.” Please bring or mail your donation to the church, along with the names of your loved ones clearly written, no later than Sunday, April 14th so that the names can be included in the Easter bulletins.
Jefferson Area Community Food Pantry
St. Giles’ is the fiscal sponsor and food distribution site for the Jefferson Area Community Food Pantry formed in August of 2015.
The Pantry is open on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
The Food Pantry is seeking donations of personal toiletries — soap, lotions, shampoos/conditioners — and diapers. Please contact Aaron to arrange a drop-off of these items.
Holy Week and Easter Celebrations
Palm Sunday is April 14th. This is a very powerful service, and I encourage you to be with us. Palm Sunday is the beginning of the most sacred week in the church year, an opportunity to walk with Jesus in the final days of his life, an opportunity for deep devotion and prayer.St. Giles’ Sunday School
Sunday School is held on the second and fourth Sundays of every month for children ages 3 – 10. Sunday School starts at 9:30; children join the regular service prior to the celebration of the Eucharist.
Children participate in activities based on Bible lessons. They share those activities with the parish members and Giles, the church mouse.
Recycle your Redeemable Cans and Bottles at St. Giles’
Just a reminder that there are tagged Clynk bags in the parish hall for you to take. Bring your filled bags and put them in the undercroft, and we will take them to Hannaford’s for redemption. This is an easy way to add a little to our parish income. Thank you!
