From the Pastors: Thank you!

Dear St. Gileans,

We cannot express the overwhelming sense of gratitude we feel by the love and kindness you showed us this past Sunday. Truthfully, it was a beautiful, grand display of the support we feel every day from our church family. We are grateful for your kind words, your prayers over Rebecca and I, your prayers over our family, and of course…we are grateful for a celebration with cake!

This church has a special anointing to love people well and help them to encounter Jesus richly. We know this because we get to participate in it every single day. It is a privilege to get to be your pastors. Once again, thank you for the beautiful gift of this past Sunday.

With much gratitude and love,

Josh & Rebecca 

Save the Date Pumpkins & Pizza is on 10/30

Save the date Pumpkin & Pizza day is on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM! Pizza and cookies will be provided—just bring your own pumpkin to carve and decorate as we celebrate together. Be sure to RSVP using the QR code on the flyer so we can get an accurate headcount. We hope to see you there!

Kids’ Clubhouse:

Kids in Kindergarten through 3rd grade are welcome to join us in the Loft each week for a fun night of Bible lessons, games, crafts, science experiments, and more! We have the BEST time each week and would love for your kids to join in the fun!

RISE:

Kids in 4th – 6th grade are invited to the RISE classroom in the upstairs church house for a time of meaningful Bible Study, fellowship, and games. It’s a special space for our older kids, and we would love for yours to join us!

Youth Group:

Calling all youth, 7th to 12th grade! You are invited for a fun night of games, fellowship, and bible study. We start at 6:30 in the Youth Room; all are welcome!

Marinate Group, 6:30-7:30 pm in the Resource Room

Tom and Judy Roberts are leading a life group on Wednesday evenings in the Resource Room, focused on prayer and discussing the Marinate questions from Sunday's sermon. We will discuss scripture, grow in our faith, and enjoy community. Come as you are. There is no homework. All are welcome!

Hidden in Christ: A Study on Colossians 3, 6:30-7:30 pm in the Library

Pam and Gilpin Brown are facilitating a life group centered around the book, “Hidden in Christ” by James Bryan Smith, on Colossians chapter 3. The chapters in this book are short, and each chapter has an exercise or practice for the week. We share our reflections and pray for one another. We would love to have you with us!

The Scandal of the Kingdom, 6:30-7:30 pm in the Adult Ed Room

Josh and Rebecca Modrzynski are leading a study on Dallas Willard’s most recent book, “The Scandal of the Kingdom: How the Parables of Jesus Revolutionize Life with God”. Through short teachings based on Willard’s book and group discussion, we will take a deep dive into the parables of Jesus and how they speak to us today.

The Chosen, 6:30-7:30 pm in the History Room

Ever wonder what it might have been like being one of Christ’s disciples, walking with Him daily? Join us as we continue our adventure with The Chosen video series. We watch an episode each week and enjoy sharing our thoughts and reflections about Christ’s interactions with the 12 disciples and many others. Facilitators are Ginny and George Greene, and James and Dodie Anderson.

Covenant Groups

Covenant groups consist of 3-5 people of the same gender who meet weekly for 10 to 8 weeks. The purpose of these groups is to deepen faith through the study of Scripture, prayer, and mutual accountability. Covenant groups are flexible in terms of when and where they meet, meeting at times that work well for individual groups.

If you would like to be in a covenant group or would like more information, please contact Rebecca: rebecca@stgiles.org

Sunday:

Sunday Evenings Marinate at 7:00-8:30 pm

Keith and Sarah Hill are leading a Life Group on Sunday evenings, 7:00 to 8:30 pm, at their home: 4604 Grove Ave. Meetings include discussion of the weekly Marinate, fellowship, and prayer. The first meeting is Sunday, September 20. All are welcome

Monday:

Sanctuary Mondays at 3:00 pm

Sanctuary Mondays is a special time of entering into God's presence through singing and praising the Lord, followed by a time of prayer and sharing testimonies. This group meets on Monday afternoons at the home of Susan Herring from 3:00 to 4:30. 804-514-1621

Tuesday:

Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study at 9:30 am, September 16

Our regular Tuesday morning meetings will resume on September 15, when we will come together for worship, bible study, and prayer. This Fall, we are starting with the study, “He Speaks to Me,” by Priscilla Shirer. Join us on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. in Common Grounds. All are welcome! For questions, please contact Yolande Long, Moderator, 804-357-3494 or email her at yolande.a.long@gmail.com

Thursday:

Mom’s Bible Study: 9:30-10:45 am

Whether you are a mom of littles, a mom navigating the college years, or somewhere in between, you are invited to this bible study. We gather around Scripture, share the joys and challenges of our day-to-day, and pray for each other. We meet in the Library, and childcare is available as needed. Please let Rebecca know if you plan to attend: rebecca@stgiles.org

Zoom Bible Study: 6:30 pm

The ZOOM Bible Study group meets every Thursday at 6:30 pm. We visit, discuss a Bible chapter, share concerns, and pray. Meetings normally last until about 7:45. Please contact Ross Anderson (rossandbetty@yahoo.com) if you'd like to join.

First Thursday Book Club: 10:00 am

First Thursday Book Club is an ongoing group that meets the first Thursday morning of every month in the St. Giles Welcome Center (parlor) at 10:00 am. Each month, we discuss a book that inspires, teaches, and provides insightful discussion. Lunch follows the meeting for those whose schedules allow. All are welcome to join us.

Discerning God’s Voice

Do you want to grow in hearing and discerning God’s voice? We are a life group that seeks to grow in listening to and discerning God’s voice. We especially aim to obey Paul’s words in 1 Cor 14:1: “Follow the way of love and eagerly desire gifts of the Spirit, especially prophecy.” We occasionally gather throughout the year to intentionally listen in prayer and discern together any words the Lord may give us.

Please reach out to Rebecca if you would like more information or would like to join us: rebecca@stgiles.org

Laughter and Lunch

Laughter is one of the many ways God heals! On the second Thursday of each month, Laughter & Lunch meets in homes at 11:30 to enjoy the benefits of laughter "therapy"! Please bring a bag lunch, a humorous story, a memory, or a one-liner to share. For further information, please call or text Susan Herring at 804-514-1621.

New Life Groups:

Prayer Group led by Pam Rambo at her home 2414 Bel Bridge Ct, Midlothian, va, 23113

Women's Prayer Group First and third Monday from 10:00- 11:30. If you have any questions please contact Pam at 804-350-0830 or email her at rambo.pam@gmail.com.

Round Table Discussions led by Bill Sneddon

Join in for a discussion on faith, theology and current issues. All questions are welcome and nothing is off the table. We will meet at 6:30 on Wednesday evenings at St. Giles.

Adult Sunday School resumes

Adult Sunday School continues this week with the fall series on church history. Art Thomas will teach a lesson entitled "John and Charles Wesley and the First Great Awakening." Hope to see you all!

Women's

Fellowship Opportunities

St. Giles’ Women’s Fellowship Tuesday Morning Calendar Fall Semester 2026

Bible Video/Book Study: “He Speaks to Me” by Priscilla Shirer

James 4:8 “Draw Near to God, and He will draw near to you.”

September 15 – Session 1: “A Simple Relationship”

September 22 – Session 2: “A Single-Minded Worship”

September 29 – Session 3: “A Set-Apart Holiness”

October 6 – Session 4: “A Still Attentiveness”

October 13 – Session 5: “A Sold-Out Hunger”

October 20 – Session 6: “A Servant Spirit”

October 27 – Session 7: Conclusion

For those who purchase the book: the video is viewed first, then complete the corresponding session in the book during that following week. The book can be purchased on Amazon or Lifeway.

“The Prophecies of Isaiah” Led by Rev. Rebecca Modrzynski

November 3, 10, and 17 and December 1 and 8 (we will not meet on November 24)

December 15 – Gather to write Christmas cards to shut-ins and watch a Christmas movie together.

If you have any questions, please contact Yolande Long, Moderator 804-357-3494 or yolande.a.long@gmail.com

Sojourners Church's latest newsletter

Their latest newsletter is here: https://mailchi.mp/a16d563421f0/sojo-news-may-22-18001709?e=3229e0bd0b

With fall approaching, all our friends in Southwest Virginia are going to need warm clothes and shoes. The clothing bin is outside the church office.

Also, our friends who need food from the food pantry are still in need. So, the next time you are in the grocery store, please pick up a few items for the pantry. This bin is in the foyer across from the office.