St. George Episcopal Church Parish Annual Meeting January 29, 2012

St. George Episcopal Church
Parish Annual Meeting
January 29, 2012
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St. George Episcopal Church
STAFF:
The Very Rev. Hugh Bromiley
The Rev. Canon Bill Squire
The Rev. Janet Galbreath
The Rev. George Stebbins, M.D.
Khara Bromiley
Barbara Coulter
Betty Chernault
Debbie Shartle
Jim Davies
Rector Rector
Associate
Deacon
Deacon
Pastoral Pastoral Counseling
Music Music Director
Choir Choir Director
Office Office Manager
Sexton
VESTRY:
Hugh Gibson
Paul Martin
LaVerne Collins
Dorothy Corbett
Tom Price
John Ruhsenberger
Jim Callahan
Tom Ryberg
Bob Updike
Ruth Wadman
Senior Senior Warden Warden
Junior Junior Warden
Vestry Vestry Clerk
Vestry Vestry Member
Vestry Vestry Member
Vestry Member Vestry
Vestry Member
Vestry Vestry Member
Vestry Vestry Member Member
Treasurer
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Rector’s Report
St. George is a healthy and vital parish. As we have done each year, we have added new members. This last
year saw us adding 36 new people to our membership rolls. Our membership continues to increase as the
number of new members each year exceeds the number that we lose. We are the fastest growing parish in the
diocese and we are now the fifth largest parish in the diocese.
We began this year by being the host parish for the Diocesan Convention. This turned out to be an excellent
Convention. The diocese was extremely pleased with our hosting of the Convention and delegates enjoyed the
use of our facilities and the facilities over the road in La Hacienda Center. We received many favorable
comments. The delegates particularly enjoyed being chauffeured around by willing Golf Cart drivers!
The diocese has been through the process of finding a new Bishop to replace Bishop Howe and the Rev.
Gregory Brewer became Bishop-elect Brewer at the Special convention on November 19th. Bishop Brewer will
assume his new role as Diocesan Bishop in March 2012.
We are blessed to have a wonderful team of people on our vestry. Everyone on the vestry has worked hard for
the good of the parish. In March we had a vestry retreat which turned out to be a most worthwhile experience
and we intend to have a retreat in the first part of each year. Many thanks go to all of our vestry members and to
our Treasurer, Ruth Wadman. I would like to especially thank our three outgoing members: Hugh Gibson who
has done a splendid job as Senior Warden; Paul Martin who has kept abreast of the endless duties of the Junior
Warden; and Tom Price who has served for many years as our Assistant Treasurer.
One of the new ideas implemented by the Vestry this year has been the conduct of two "Parish Towne Hall
Meetings." These have been constructive and informative meetings that were well attended and obviously
appreciated. We shall continue to offer these meetings in the coming year.
I am most grateful for the hard work, tireless enthusiasm and commitment of our staff. The Rev. Canon Bill
Squire, Khara Bromiley, Barb Coulter, Betty Chernault, Debbie Shartle, Jim Davies and our deacons, Rev. Skip
Stebbins and Rev. Janet Galbreath have all given of themselves in wonderful ways throughout the year.
As a parish, we have challenges ahead of us, particularly in the area of finances. The vestry is hopeful that the
parish will rise to meet this challenge this year and in the years to come.
St. George is the spiritual home to six hundred and fifty members plus numerous seasonal guests. Our diverse
ministries are reflected in the following pages. May God bless us all in 2012; and may we be a blessing to
others, in the Holy Name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Father Hugh Bromiley
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Senior Warden’s Report
St. George is obviously doing well as a parish in many respects.
The economy of course is still struggling and that has affected many areas of life including the Church, which is
struggling along on a very tight budget. We should all try to support the Church financially to the best of our
abilities.
I am pleased that many members of the parish, when they have a concern or complaint, instead of just
complaining, have tried to offer ideas that would help fix the problem. That is the right way to go about things
in a church or in any organization.
I would like to thank the leaders of our many ministries who have given so much of their time and best efforts
to the parish.
The vestry that I have had the privilege of working closely with this last year have been wonderful caring and
hard working.
The choir, under the able direction of Barbara Coulter and Betty Chernault is, in my opinion, simply the best
choir anywhere.
Our clergy, Father Hugh, Canon Bill and our deacons Skip and Janet do an outstanding job and give so much of
themselves to make this parish the wonderful church that it is.
It has been my honor to be your Senior Warden and I give thanks to God and to everyone for a wonderful year.
Hugh Gibson, Senior Warden
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Junior Warden’s Report
Almost all annual outdoor maintenance procedures have been completed this year. These include weeding,
mowing, trimming of all shrubs, hedges and tree branches (several times in each category) in the parking lots as
well as those limbs which had grown onto the roofs and gutters.
Pest control inside and out of both buildings has been done. Water and fire alarm testing according to local,
county and state codes have been completed with approval by responsible authorities as well as water backflow
device checks used to insure proper water quality for both buildings. The air conditioning systems have been
inspected, filters replaced and units repaired as necessary.
Numerous other repairs have been necessary this year, among them: work to restore hot water in the Parish Hall
rest rooms, repairs to the ice maker and dishwasher in the kitchen, repairs to door locks and hinge mechanisms
in both buildings, repairs and service for the kitchen freezer and refrigerator, and repairs and maintenance to the
kitchen stove and ovens. The ten plus year old choir piano was repaired but electronics malfunctioned again
and repair consultants told us it needed to be replaced. Donations have been gratefully received and a new
piano is now in service.
Broken tiles in the Nave in front of the chancel and in the rest rooms were replaced and the inside perimeters of
both buildings were re-grouted as needed. Necessary light bulb replacement in the Nave was completed with
the costly equipment of a high lift mechanical unit to reach the high ceilings.
A central security system was installed for both buildings with separate key pads for both. An alarm system
keypad was also installed for the Rector’s entrance. The additional keypads are at the entrance door by the
office to the Parish Hall and the transept door by the organ in the church building. The outside air conditioning
units are now protected from theft by the security system. Motion sensor switches have been placed in the rest
rooms in the Parish Hall to cut down on unnecessary electric usage.
The outside irrigation system was thoroughly examined and overhauled, malfunctioning heads were adjusted
and replaced as necessary and a leaking main valve was replaced. Broken sections of concrete in the patio area
and near the front door of the church building were replaced. Broken tiles and grouting supporting the cross
and the entire fountain area will be addressed early in 2012.
Choir risers have been installed which give a greatly improved projection of volume and sound quality to the
choir’s programs. Front and side walls were built by the same company to match their original design of the
pew sections in the Nave. The basic riser work was done primarily and quite professionally by our volunteer
parish members with complete compliance to local building codes and fire department requirements. The
majority of the cost was graciously provided by the Women’s Guild and the Scrip Program from the
Endowment Fund as well as donations from parishioners.
In addition to the items mentioned above, additional kitchen stove repairs and Memorial Garden tile and
grouting repairs, the following will need attention in 2012: Evaluation of air conditioning unit functions and the
need for striping and sealing both large parking lots as well as required inspections for water and security
systems. Carpet replacement for the Parish Hall and chancel may also need to be addressed.
As always, recognition needs to be given to those who have made the duties of the Junior Warden easier this
past year.
To Debbie Shartle, our Office Manager, what a wonderful addition and blessing she is to our staff!
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To Phil Partington for his tireless efforts in coordinating and planning the construction and completion of the
choir riser project, a beautiful and permanent addition to our lovely sanctuary. And kudos to his construction
crew headed by Bob Hasbrouck and ably aided by Bob Gunn and Jim Callahan.
To Jim Davies for his ever-present caring and concern for our buildings and parishioner’s needs.
To Marilyn Hood for her meticulous commitment to keeping the kitchen users and volunteers organized and
who assists in the provision of great food items for our parish. And to Janet Callahan for the endless hours
helping Marilyn in cleaning out the year’s accumulation of trash and miscellaneous items from the upstairs
Narthex and Parish Hall storage rooms.
To Jeanne Hicks and her devoted volunteers caring for our flower beds and plantings.
To Bob Updike for his countless hours in continuing to care for our lovely Memorial Garden.
To Archie Duncan and Jim Callahan for their talents invested in the design and implementation of our security
system as well as their efforts with the Scrip program. We now have a needed comfort blanket for our buildings
as well as a considerable reduction in our property insurance.
To Dorothy Corbett and others with the Women’s Guild who have once again shown the lead supporting the
choir riser project. These ladies are remarkable in their dedication to our Parish.
To the Vestry which so wisely created a Co-Junior Warden position and appointed John Ruhsenberger to assist
me in serving in that position. John has been a terrific right arm, so capable and one who keeps great records.
Seeing all the work required each year just maintaining our beautiful facilities. I believe it is apparent that two
souls are necessary for these responsibilities, many of which are enumerated above. To Pat Patterson and Jim
Vilseck, wonderful mentors who are omnipresent and who have the correct answers and assistance whenever
asked.
To Father Hugh who never shuns a question or concern and is always there to put a hand on my shoulder and
have that quiet, loving demeanor and advice so often needed.
So many people have assisted me in the past two years and I’m sure I may have missed acknowledging
someone’s contributions. If so, I do apologize, simply be proud of your assistance in the Lord’s work which
you know you have given.
I will complete my term on Vestry in January of 2012 and thus also ends my term as one of your Junior
Wardens. As you can see, I have been blessed to have served with good people and to have had the support of a
helpful parish which continues to be proud of its monument to our Lord.
In the Faith,
Paul W. Martin, Jr.
Junior Warden
John Ruhsenberger
Junior Warden
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Activities
The St. George 2011 Social Calendar started in March of 2011 by ‘Wearing of the Green” a St. Patrick’s Day
theme. The evening was a Guinness Stout Beef Stew dinner, with a crisp green salad, Irish soda bread, assorted
desserts and assorted beverages. Everyone agreed that the evening was a great success.
After a long hot summer, we had a pot luck dinner that was also a welcome Home to all the snow birds,
however only one bird came. But we all enjoyed an abundance of homemade entrées, salads, vegetables,
desserts and some surprises that were donated by our wonderful parishioners. There was food everywhere and
no one went home hungry, a Great Evening.
On October 24, 2011 some St. George parishioners sailed off into the sunset aboard “The Monarch of the Seas”.
Some of our cruisers had never cruised before, so it was a new experience for them. Unfortunately the weather
was not on our side and we never got to the Royal Caribbean Private Island to enjoy a day at the beach and
doing water sports. But other than that, everyone was kept busy aboard the ship. With card games, shopping,
eating, reading and good old conversations were enjoyed by all. Dinner was a time when we all discussed the
events of today and tomorrow. After dinner it was off to enjoy the ship’s entertainment which kept us all
laughing and singing.
What is the Christmas holiday season without a party and a party we did have in December. This year’s annual
Christmas party was held at La Hacienda, with everyone eating, dancing, and making merry. Those who
attended thoroughly enjoyed the delicious food, the singing entertainer and the very special guest.
For 2012, we are looking at a busy social season. We have many ideas coming in from our parishioners which
are terrific. There are also some non-social events in the works such as a refresher course in C.P.R. and home
fire safety.
We, on the Social Activities Committee, are promoting fellowship, laughter, fun, conversation, friendship, and
memories of good times and togetherness.
Janet Callahan
Activities Director
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Altar Guild
Becoming the Altar Guild Directress this year has been an awe inspiring experience, knowing that I, along with
15 other women are in charge of the Lord’s Table as well as vestments, linens, supplies, and all the services
conducted at St. George. We have had many funerals (one week we had two), and these people we will dearly
miss. As yet, we have not had a baptism this year, but we may have one soon.
We are also in charge of the flowers for the services. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex if you would like
to remember loved ones or a special day such as birthdays and anniversaries. The price is $30.00. Your check
may be made out to St. George with a memo specifying “flowers”. You may take them home after the 10:00
service. The Village Florist does a wonderful job.
We meet the last Wednesday of the month in the church conference room. At our first meeting in March,
Father Hugh inducted us into the Guild with these words:
You have responded to an inner sense of calling to serve the Lord our God
through the ministrations of the Altar Guild of St. George Episcopal Church.
This is a holy calling and a most honorable ministry. It is to be entered into
with joy, reverence and thanksgiving.
We are truly a dedicated group, working together to serve the Lord.
Respectfully submitted,
Joanie Hubbard
Altar Guild Directress
Bible Study
About seventy-five people regularly attend the weekly Bible Study. This last year we did several topical Bible
studies on themes such as “Learning to think like Jesus” and “The Holy Spirit”. We are now half way through
the gospel according to St. Matthew. The primary purpose of the Bible Study is to get to know God better. We
study with the aim of finding transformation, not just for information, although the studies are certainly
informative. Regular attendees are enjoying growing in their experience of God and their better understanding
of the message, the people and the stories in the Bible. In particular people appreciate the insights for
application to life today. Many people remark that these weekly sessions bring the Bible to life for them in a
way they had never experienced before. Everyone is welcome. Bible study takes place at 11:00 on Wednesday
mornings.
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Fr. Hugh

Brotherhood of St. Andrew
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry of men within the Anglican Communion with
corporate offices in Ambridge, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. The Brotherhood was incorporated by an Act of the U.S.
Congress, signed May 30, 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt. That Act states, “The sole object of said
Corporation shall be the spread of Christ’s kingdom among men.”
The St. George Chapter meets at 6:00 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays in the Parish Hall. Food is served the
first Thursday of the month.
Visitors and guests are always welcome at any of the meetings.
Choir/Music Ministry
The music at St. George is indeed a ministry and we hope noticeable in the spirit with which the choir offers its
music to the glory of God and leads the congregation in song.
This was a great year for the choir. We added new members, and we also added risers. Not only can the choir
now see Choir Director Betty Chernault better, but you can see the choir members. Many of you have told me
how improved the sound quality is now. Thanks go to Phil Partington who oversaw this project and to Bob
Hasbrouck, Bob Gunn, Jim Callahan, Paul Martin and Khara Bromiley who assisted him. We are also grateful
to the Women’s Guild for their financial support; their gift, along with contributions from others including choir
members, made it possible for this project to be funded without having to take any monies from the parish
general fund.
We held our fourth annual day-long retreat in November, and our largest musical endeavor thus far, the cantata
“Night of the Father’s Love” was presented in December along with Holy Trinity’s choir, instrumentalists and
narrators.
I continue to enjoy having Betty Chernault as part of our team. She brings out the best in the choir. She also
filled in for me at the organ last summer. Thanks to Pally Ondrasik who writes our column for Saints Alive, to
Diana Cron who loaned us her piano when the one we had ceased functioning, and to all the soloists who
provided offertories during the summer months.
I have regular staff meetings with Fr. Hugh and we all appreciate him. He prays with us, attends our retreat and
other events, and in general demonstrates his support of the choir and the music program.
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Lastly, you are welcome to join the choir; we rehearse at 6:15 on Wednesday evenings.
Respectfully Submitted,
Barbara Coulter
Music Director
Christian Counselor
Our Wednesday Healing services have continued to be a strong Spirit-filled weekly event. We have enjoyed a
consistent attendance. An atmosphere of faith and love and the warm embrace of the Holy Spirit characterizes
these services.
I teach at the weekly healing service. In the teaching I have covered a variety of topics such as Faith; the power
of positive thinking; the importance of attitude; the power of prayer and guided meditations.
I have taught classes on wellness and making healthy choices and have co-led the Weight and Wisdom class.
My ministry at St. George covers a spectrum of responsibilities. My role would be best described as being a
minister of Christian counseling and comfort. We have over 600 members. At any given time a significant
number of people in our parish are in need of a good listener and comforting words of encouragement and
direction. Of course the nature of counseling is confidential and therefore much of what I do is in a setting of
privacy and discretion. In general terms I meet with individuals who are dealing with fears of the results of
upcoming medical tests; or worries over children or grandchildren who are facing crises such as being out of
work, or dealing with problems of addiction. I do private grief counseling with members who are trying to come
to terms with the sadness and pain of losing a loved one. I give guidance in how to check with a physician about
drug interactions, or simply advice as to what vitamins and non-drug alternatives might complement their
medical protocols. My office is wherever there is an available place for a private conversation, whether it is the
library, the conference room or a corner of the parish hall or narthex.
We have so many wonderful and interesting members and it has been my honor to be your comforter and
counselor.
Khara Bromiley
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Christian Food Pantry
The Christian Food Pantry of Lady Lake would like to thank the members of St. George Episcopal Church for
so graciously donating food and money to the Christian Food Pantry throughout 2011. Thanks to you and
others, many lives were touched and burdens lifted throughout the year. Generosity such as yours, allowed the
pantry to provide supplemental groceries to 2393 families representing 6821 individuals as of 9-30-2011.
Unfortunately, the need for assistance continues to grow. We have added a total of 271 new families to our
rosters since January. Our goal in 2011 was to not only take care of existing and new clients but to also expand
our services by providing supplemental groceries twice each month instead of once for those needing extra
assistance. We were able to accomplish this goal thanks to people like you. With the help of God, and the
generosity of this wonderful community we are a part, we feel we hope to continue this service as long as
possible.
May God continue to bless you, our clients, volunteers and other donors in order that our Christian Food Pantry
is able to continue providing much needed and appreciated services to our local residents in need.
Once again, Thank you all for everything you do.
Carrol Neal
Director
Counters
This ministry fulfills an important and necessary function: counting the offering after each service. A group of
30 faithful volunteers accurately prepare the bank deposit and ready all the needed details for the Treasurer.
New volunteers are welcome (we always need substitutes); call me if interested.
Ruth Wadman
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Cursillo
De Colores!
Cursillo’s theme is: ‘Make a friend. Be a friend. Bring a friend to Christ.’
Cursillo at St. George has had another great year. We ended the year with over 60 St. George Cursillistas, and a
little over $300 in the Scholarship Fund, which is used to assist those who may have a financial problem
attending the 3-Day weekend, even though the weekend is very economical.
Anyone who has previously completed the 3-day weekend and embarked on their 4 th Day Forever journey is
invited to join us to carry on their Cursillo experience. We welcomed 4 new members in 2011. On a sadder
note, two of our Cursillistas, Jane Cable and Cristi Krachinski, went to be with the Lord. They are missed.
3-day Cursillo weekends were held at Canterbury Retreat in Oviedo in the Spring (Men and Women) and the
Fall (Coed). These are planned annually. In 2012 the Cursillo 3-day weekends are scheduled on Mar. 1-4 for
Men, Mar. 8-11 for Women, and Co-ed Oct. 4-7. Cursillo is an expansion of a person’s existing Christian
experience. Pamphlets are available in the Parish Hall for anyone desiring more information on Cursillo, call
Beve or Tom Ryberg, or contact any Cursillista. Cursillo is not a secret society. Practicing Christians are
welcome to learn more about Cursillo.
Attendance remains high for the monthly Ultreyas (meetings), with 30-40 Cursillistas attending normally. We
enjoy a pot luck supper, followed by Praise music lead by Glenn Lewis, a short Witness presentation on their
journey with Christ, Small Group discussion, and close with Compline.
Great agenda! Very uplifting. The complete supper and Ultreya typically last about two hours.
Cursillo started a food program to provide meals on a short term basis for the sick, shut-ins, and anyone in need.
Home delivery can be made available (call Beve Ryberg 751-3297), or help yourself to the food in the freezer
located in the Parish Hall Storage Room.
Prayer Jars are still an active project of the Tuesday Women’s Cursillo Small Group. Members are; Beve
Ryberg, Joan Hubbard, Phyllis Duncan, Luci Davies and Del Simek.
It was an honor and pleasure for the Cursillo Choir to provide a break for our wonderful Choir twice in 2011. It
was a joy to provide Praise music with Glenn Lewis leading on his keyboard.
ULTREYA! (Onward!)
Beve and Tom Ryberg
Cursillo Coordinators
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Daughters of the King
The Daughters of The King undertake a Rule of Life, incorporating the Rule of Prayer and the Rule of Service.
By reaffirmation of the promises made at Baptism and Confirmation, a Daughter pledges herself to a life-long
program of prayer, service and evangelism, dedicated to the spread of Christ’s Kingdom and the strengthening
of the spiritual life of the parish. The Daughters wear crosses as an outward and visible sign that they cannot
live a day without Christ in their lives.
When our Rector is called upon to host deanery meetings and groups, the Daughters with their Hospitality
Leader, Barbara Schierlinger, step in and host the event. Barbara decided this year to slow down on some of
her activities and we now have a new Leader, Sue Ann Corkish, who was kind enough to accept the position.
Sue Ann’s helpers are Delores Dunnie and Judy Owen. Many thanks to Barbara for her many years of hard
work in chairing all of the funeral receptions.
The Daughters hosted the annual Deanery Meeting at St. George. It was well attended. The day began with the
Eucharist followed by a meeting in the Parish Hall. Everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch and fellowship.
April was a special month. The Daughters held a “Quiet Day” on Friday, April 1, for anyone in the
congregation and also opened it up to non-parishioners. We started with the Eucharist with Canon Bill Squire.
Deacon Janet Galbreath led us with prayer and meditation.
Once again the Daughters assisted the Brotherhood on Maundy Thursday. Parishioners came and filled up the
Parish Hall and enjoyed all the great and delicious soups.
On May 15 th , five (5) new members were installed as Daughters of The King; Beth Barr, Delores Dunnie, Judy
Owen, Del Simek and Nancy Parris. Following the installation, a reception was held in the Parish Hall to honor
our new members. We now have 31 members in our Ministry.
With sadness, we lost two of our Daughters in 2011; Carol Anne Price and Mary Wright.
The DOK has been sponsoring a seminary student. Renee Catherine Lowe is part of an Outreach Project which
was presented at the DOK Fall Assembly in September 2009. Our chapter was delegated to support Renee for
the month of January 2010 and July 2012. Renee is included in our special prayers. A monetary gift was sent
to her in 2010 and we will do so again this coming July 2012.
We end the year on a happy note! As part of our Outreach Project, we once again sponsored a family in need.
The Daughters pick a family of at least 7 to 8 members. The volunteers each pick one member and off they go
shopping and then wrap the gifs to be delivered to the family at Christmas.
Submitted by:
Dorothy Corbett, DOK Secretary
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ECW
In the first half of 2011, Episcopal Church Women finished the study guide "Woman of God" that allowed us to
explore what it means that God has created us as women who are uniquely gifted. In the fall, we began a study
of the second edition of Bishop Howe's book "Our Anglican Heritage: Can an Ancient Church be a Church of
the Future?" The sessions are led by Deacon Janet and have been very interesting as we learn more about the
origins of the church. We even have several men who have joined us for this study.
In April, St. George hosted the Spring Northwest Deanery ECW meeting. Representatives from 8 other parishes
attended. Our guest speaker was The Rev. Danielle Morris, Assistant Rector at St. Michael's, Orlando. Her topic
"All About Eve" was somewhat humorous and definitely thought provoking. The collection during the morning
service generated $100.00 that was donated to the Children's Medical Mission of Haiti.
Lois Beck, Beryl Darby, and LaVerne Collins attended the 42nd Annual Meeting of ECW on Saturday, October
22, 2011. The meeting was held at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Orlando. LaVerne was responsible for the
fund-raising activity and with the able help of Lois and Beryl, the Chinese auction was a success generating
almost $300.00 for "Nets for Life." Also, during the meeting, LaVerne was elected to the position of Secretary
for the diocesan ECW Board.
All women of the church are automatically members of ECW and we would love to see many more of you at
our meetings. We meet the third Friday of most months (we are on hiatus during the summer months), from
11:00 a.m. - 12 Noon. And it is not too late to join in our study of Bishop Howe's book.
Respectfully submitted,
LaVerne Vines Collins
Moderator
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Finance Committee
A sub-committee of the Vestry, this group meets with the Treasurer prior to Vestry meetings to review the
month’s expenditures and monitor these expenses as they relate to the annual budget. The committee makes
every effort to control the expenses as effectively as possible.
Healing Service
The midweek healing service is an event greatly appreciated by the participants. The service starts at 12 noon
on Wednesdays immediately following the Bible study. Attendance averages about seventy-five people. The
service is an informal Holy Communion service with the first part of the service being a teaching session on
some aspect of the healing ministry of our Lord. The teaching talks are given by Khara Bromiley and they focus
on the healing of the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Topics cover a range of subjects relevant to healing,
such as the roles of faith, positive thinking, forgiveness, prayer and having the right attitude. Participants find
these services to be faith building and an encouraging experience of learning more of God’s healing love and
power. The service always provides for everyone to receive personal prayers for themselves or for someone
else. Many people are thankful for answered prayers and the positive personal changes that they experience.
We have seen wonderful and miraculous things happen among us. The atmosphere of the service is warm,
welcoming and positive. Anybody is welcome. The service takes place at 12 noon on Wednesdays.
Fr. Hugh Bromiley
Lectors, Ushers, Greeters and Flag Bearers
Once again this ministry of over 100 church volunteers had a record year while participating in over 108
Sunday and other church services. In addition this group participated in serving at the weekly Bible and healing
services as well as memorial services.
We have openings at the 8 A.M. church service and welcome new members to join in this ministry.
Training is available at your convenience; just a phone call to the Church office will get you started.
Again we bid a sad farewell to several of our volunteers and we welcome the new members who have
joined this year.
My thanks to all who continue to serve this ministry and I look forward to your continuing participation as
we begin the new year of 2012.
Pat Patterson
Chairperson
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Lay Eucharist Ministers and Lay Eucharist Visitors
From time to time you see the letters LEM/LEV listed in some publication from our Church. You may wonder
what that is. Lay Eucharist Ministers (LEM) do a lot behind the scenes beyond serving at the Altar for
communion on Sunday. We are blessed to be appointed by the Rector and licensed by the Bishop to take
communion to those unable to attend our regular church service because of illness. The Lay Eucharistic Visitor
(LEV) only does home communions and does not serve on the Altar. Home communion is done between the
8:00 and 10:00 service not to interfere with healthcare that may be given during the day otherwise.
This ministry is very rewarding. Many times as a LEM/LEV we receive back much more then we give during a
home/hospital visit to one of our members. This ministry is simply an extension of our regular Sunday service
to keep our members feeling part of our Church family by taking communion to them on a regular basis.
We currently have 16 LEM’s and 4 LEV’s serving in this ministry. This past year we were blessed to have
Tom Bankowski join us as well as Dorothy Corbett. We all miss one of our long time LEM’s Tom Cundall
who is serving with the Lord directly. We also were sad to see Bart Holmes move away from The Villages and
St. George. If you feel called to this ministry, please contact Fr. Hugh or myself, Glenn Lewis. We would love
to visit with you about this very special ministry. If you know of anyone that is homebound please contact the
church office and let us know.
Glenn Lewis
Director
Memorial Garden
We are very proud of our Memorial Garden. It is a beautiful and serene final resting place for those members
who wish to be interred on our grounds. Our Memorial Garden Coordinator, Maggie Bilanin 753-9242, will
meet with you to assist in selecting a site. Once a space has been chosen and paid for, a deed is issued from our
office and recognized by the City of Lady Lake and Lake County.
Thanks to Bob Updike, this lovely spot is meticulously cared for year-round. The shrubs, trees, bushes, and
beautiful pots of blooming flowers are all landscaped solely by Bob and we truly appreciate the time and energy
he devotes to this ministry.
If you haven’t already done so, please take a moment to stop by and enjoy the peace and beauty of our
Memorial Garden.
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Newcomers Council
The purpose of the Newcomer’s Council is to greet and warmly welcome guests and visitors to St. George. Our
mission is to help newcomers adjust to a new church, find a new family of friends, and answer any questions
they may have about St. George, the Episcopal Church, and the community.
Notes of welcome are mailed to visitors who sign the guest register and several Newcomers’ Socials are held
each year to enable new members to meet Clergy, the Vestry and other new members. Various organizations are
represented at these socials and are pleased to answer any questions regarding their ministries.
The Newcomer’s Council currently consists of sixteen active members who staff the Newcomer’s table at both
the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services. Anyone interested in being part of a group with a very rewarding
mission is welcome to join us. This is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends and promote fellowship,
and we could really use your help. If interested, please contact Scott Perryman at 259-1080.
The Order of St. Luke
The Order of St. Luke is a very active part of St. George. Our 30 members study on an ongoing basis. We meet
weekly as small groups and once a month as a full membership the first Monday at 7:00 pm in the Fellowship
Hall.
Each member determines how involved they wish to be in the Order of St. Luke. Several are available on
Sunday after the 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM service for prayers for anyone who wishes.
The Order of St. Luke is a very rewarding ministry to grow and understand all of the healing our Lord did. He
has commissioned us to carry on this special ministry.
When you are studying you begin to see things in a totally new light. Events that may not have had meaning in
the past, become very meaningful with your new found knowledge of the Miracles of Healing with the presence
of Jesus Christ in your life in a new way.
We are very pleased to have Deacon Janet as our Chaplain who comes to us with a very solid and varied
background of knowledge in the Healing Ministry.
Anyone interested in more information please contact Glenn Lewis at 406-0718.
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Glenn Lewis
Covenor

Pastoral Care
We were unfortunate at the beginning of 2011 to lose Kathy Sprague from our staff. Kathy’s primary
responsibility was organizing Pastoral Care.
Nonetheless, Pastoral Care continues to take place very well in this parish. Obviously with our “mature
demographic” – a delightful term for saying that we have a lot of old people, we always have a particularly high
number of people in hospitals, assisted living, nursing homes, and under home care. We do not want these
people to feel forgotten. On the contrary we want them to feel included and cared for. Often for people whose
health severely restricts their ability to get out of the house, their biggest enemy is loneliness and we strive to
dispel that and bring love in its place.
In addition to the hospital and hospice visits done on a continuing basis by the clergy, there are a number of
pastoral care volunteers who regularly visit the homebound and those in nursing homes. These visits are
primarily for showing care and friendship and sometimes include offering practical assistance. We are also
fortunate to have the Lay Eucharistic Visitors who take Communion to the homebound after Sunday services.
We are blessed to have a team of people who are willing to make these visits and take the love of Christ out to
someone who needs it. Most of the visitors report back two things - One: that the person really appreciated the
visit; and Two: that the visitor felt blessed by going to see them.
Pastoral visits will always be a primary need in our parish. This is an extremely important ministry. Therefore if
you would like to volunteer or this ministry and have your name added to the list of people who make visits,
please contact the office and let Fr. Hugh or our Office Manager Debbie know.
Father Hugh
Prayer Chain
Paul tells the Thessalonians to pray without ceasing (I Thessalonians 5:17), and that is what the Prayer Chain in
our church does. Twelve members of St. George make up an unbreakable Prayer Chain, and pray at some point
every day.
Call the Prayer Chain if you have a prayer need and within a few hours, twelve “Prayer Warriors” will pass on
that need to the Lord. This is our Prayer Chain and we welcome anyone who would like to take part in this most
rewarding ministry.
Anne Vilseck
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Prayer Shawl
Members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry have been busy during 2011 knitting and crocheting prayer shawls and
prayer squares for those who may be uplifted by something hand-made with lots of love and prayer. Although
small in number, the group produces numerous shawls and squares that are blessed at the altar (usually during a
healing service) and then distributed to anyone in need. Some of the prayer squares are included in the boxes
sent to our troops.
If you know of someone who is ill and would like them to have a shawl or lap blanket, just pick one up from the
labeled bin in the Parish Hall storage room. Please sign the log so we can keep track of inventory.
It is so rewarding to hear how a shawl is treasured by someone recovering from a serious illness. If you wish to
join the ministry, it meets in the Parish Hall on the third Friday of the month at 9:00 AM.
Also, a special thanks to those who have donated yarn to be used in making shawls or squares. Your generosity
has made it possible to make many of our shawls or squares at no cost to members.
We can always use help, so if you are interested, come to a meeting or call Joanne Cundall at 750-6981.
Joanne Cundall
“Saints Alive!”
“Saints Alive!” is the newsletter for St. George Episcopal Church and is published every two months.
I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Sue Ann Corkish for preparing the bulk mailings and taking
them to the Post Office. I would also like to thank the volunteers who affix the labels and help to prepare the
bulk mailing every two months. You are appreciated!
Many parishioners have agreed to view “Saints Alive!” online (on our website at www.stgeorge-episcopal.net)
which saves the church money in paper, printing, postage and time. They are privileged to see it first (long
before the mailed copies) and can enlarge it as needed and print out anything they wish. If you are willing to
change from a mailed copy to viewing it online, please call the church office at 750-1010.
Debbie Shartle
Editor/Office Manager
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Soul Survivors Support Group
Soul Survivors Support Group, previously known as Widow’s Walk, was given the new name the end of July
with Fr. Hugh’s approval and is now open to the public as well as church members and individuals going
through separation, divorce, or loss of any family member, close friend, etc. Our mission is to provide positive,
uplifting encouragement for healing in any loss in a small group setting.
Our Soul Support meetings are listed in Tuesday’s Daily Sun newspaper under Support Groups, free of charge
with our church name and telephone number.
We have handed out twelve Grief Series book packets written by Kenneth C. Haugk, which I feel are beneficial,
since I began leading the group in June 2011.
A positive, encouraging handout is given to each individual attending and after beginning with a prayer, there is
usually an introduction and sharing, if they want to. We learn from one another. We have most meetings in the
Parish Hall. However, we have also had a luncheon, had an inspirational speaker, gone to the Christmas Cantata
and driven together to see some Christmas light decorations and encouraged to contact one another for an
outing of a show, etc.
We have another speaker scheduled for January 2012, and plan to have some breakfast and/or lunch meetings
and some of us plan to visit the Prayer Labyrinth in Fruitland Park.
We are open to hearing about other inspirational speakers or other suggestions for learning.
Sunday Hospitality
Submitted by Kathy Graham
750-0918
As we all enjoy our Parish Hall between services at the “Coffee Hour”, I would like to express our thanks to all
who participated and to those who provided services; either by hosting or providing goodies.
As our church membership grows, the fellowship we share on Sunday is a much anticipated social event for
many. If you have not participated, I urge you to give it a try.
If you would like to participate or are interested in more information, contact Marilyn Hood at 259-3990, or
leave your name at the office. Your support and continued interest in the Sunday “Coffee Hour” is greatly
appreciated.
Sunshine Committee
Marilyn Hood, Chairperson
I am the Sunshine Committee, sending get well and sympathy cards to members of the parish and to their
extended families.
Lutie Kocik
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Supper Six
In 2011, participation in Supper Six declined from the previous year. We only had 16 groups during the three
periods for a total of 90 members taking part in the enjoyment offered by the companionship and good food
provided by their fellow parishioners from St. George.
As you know, Supper Six is an activity that brings to our individual homes all the warmth and fellowship we
experience in our Church. Those who participate are assembled into groups of six, usually couples, however
single parishioners who would like to participate are welcome to do so. Singles will be paired with another
single wherever possible.
Each group meets once a month for three months; participants are then reassigned to another group. The threemonth
cycles are: January-February-March, May-June-July, and September-October-November, with a onemonth
signup period in between.
There are no overall rules. Each individual group decides for itself when and how they want to meet. They may
have dinners, lunches, brunches or any combination thereof. When necessary, a group made up of those who
desire to dine out may be created. The only requirement is to meet and get to know other parishioners and have
a good time. Signup is at the Parish Hall between services or by e-mail or telephone.
We especially encourage new members to participate. This is a wonderful way to get to know people and make
new friends at the Church.
Respectfully submitted,
John Ruhsenberger
Website/Tech-Support
In 2011 we continued to improve our Website by providing more information to our parishioners and to those
that may be looking for a church. For example, during the search for a new Bishop, we provided current
information on the status of the search. There are new menu items, such as Vestry Responsibility, Minutes of
the 2011 Annual Meeting and an improved Photo Album of church activities.
In the St George Accounting Office I implemented two phases of a three phase plan to bring our little data
center into the 21 century. Phase one, provided onsite and offsite backup of church data. Phase two, replaced
two PC with new energy efficient machines that are current in all aspects of hardware and software.
For 2012, we will implement phase three, which will replace or upgrade the remaining PCs and install the latest
Small Business Software on our Server.
Jim Callahan
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Women’s Guild
The Women’s Guild of Saint George has two purposes, fundraising and fellowship. There are two fundraisers
during the year, the Treats and Treasures sale, and the annual Bazaar. The proceeds are divided between St.
George Church and community outreach. Our meetings are held on the 2 nd Thursday of the month at 2PM in
the Parish Hall. All women at St. George are considered members, and we especially welcome newcomers!
The year 2011 had a few highlights:
In January, Nancie Leon, Instructor, Lake Miona Recreation Center, spoke about “Energy Meditation”.
In February, Mickie Mac Cumbee gave a presentation on “Fabric Fun Arts & Crafts.
In March, we held our annual “Treats and Treasures” event. We also held a “White Breakfast”, with Khara
Bromiley as our speaker, and it was a profound spiritual experience, preparing us for Lent.
In April, Diana Steinwald, from Chula Vista Recreation Center, spoke to us about “Therapeutic Yoga for Every
BODY”.
In May, we held our Annual Golf Tournament for Hospice. We also held a “Mother’s Day Tea”, where we
reminisced about our mothers, and we were entertained by Barbara Hanson, AKA Minnie Pearl.
In July, we held a Patriotic Picnic, complete with great food and some fun games.
In August, we held an Ice Cream Social, with the band “Last Tyme Out” for our listening enjoyment.
In October, we had our annual Bazaar, which was fairly successful, especially considering that we had a lot of
competition from other events which occurred on the same day.
In December, we were serenaded by children from The Villages Charter Elementary School, who sang
Christmas songs for us.
Many thanks for the women who were in charge of these events:
Bazaar - Marilyn Hood, Chairwoman, and Vivian Kramer, Co-Chairwoman.
Treats and Treasures - Ina Del Bosco, Chairwoman, and Sue Clabby, Co-Chairwoman.
Mother’s Day Tea - Jeanne Willette.
Golf Tournament for Hospice - Peg Busch and Marilyn Hood.
We do raise funds during the year, but we also enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie with one another.
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Women’s Guild Donations - 2011
Church
Outreach
St. Mary’s Honduras Trip $100.00
St. George Church (choir risers) $2,400.00
KPMI (prison ministry) $100.00
A. White Sew & Vac (vacuum cleaner) $259.00
Sunday Coffee Hour $100.00
Chem Dry (rug cleaning) $642.00
FROM BAZAAR FUNDS
Fr. Hugh’s Discretionary Fund $1,500.00
St. George Church (choir risers) $5,000.00
Lady Lake Food Pantry $1,000.00
Haven House $1,000.00
Hands of Mercy Everywhere $1,000.00
Wildwood Food Pantry $1,000.00
Operation Homebound $500.00
CMMH (Haiti) $2,000.00
Lady Lake Elementary School $250.00
St. Vincent Center for Handicapped $500.00
Totals $7,450.00
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Deceased since the last Parish Annual Meeting
Since we last met at the Parish Annual Meeting there has been several of our members who
have passed on. We recall them to mind; we remember them with love and we miss them. We
once again commend them to God and we rejoice in the knowledge that they have moved on to
eternal life with the Lord.
Cy Sharpe
James Russell
Art Gosline
Jack Hanson
Nora Boone
John Miller
Carol-Ann Price
Wri Lewis
Marge Hopkins
Frances Black
Jane Cable
Barbara Miles
William Sears
Zona Mraovich
Gus Enloe
Kay Morgan
Cristi Krachinski
Mary Wright
Let us now take a moment of silence in honored respect of them.
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36 New Members Joined in 2011
Robert & Natalie Aikins
Donald & Janet Arndt
Charles & Doris Austin
Thomas & Jackie Bankowski
Jo An Bergeron
Jack & Karen Bigford
Ken & Dee Chauncey
Stanley Chrusciel
Mary J. Day
Margaret Eicens
Gerry Goodwin
Dawn Jasinski
Richard & Priscilla Kleindienst
Penelope Lounsberry
Chuck & Juanita Mander
Rev. Janice May Wilkins & Robert J. Meikle
Jim & Lelia Mullis
Richard & Linda Nagolski
Peggy Staley
Charlie & Sandra Stowell
Paul & Sandy Wells
Judd & Cindy Whittington
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