The Friends of St George's, Jesmond
The Friends of St George's, Jesmond was founded (as a charity) on St George's Day 2008 in order to expand the role of St George's in the community, and to support future plans to maintain and renovate the fabric of the church and its ancillary buildings.
Objectives of the Friends
The Friends has been set up for the benefit of the general public, to assist in the care and preservation of the historic buildings and grounds of St George's Church, Jesmond and the promotion of facilities and events in those buildings, with a view to enhancing the lives of those who participate.
The establishment of The Friends of St George's has been an exciting event in Jesmond, and we do hope that you will support it by becoming a member.
Advance Notice of Friends' Events
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday June 20th |
7.00pm |
Talk on stained glass by Chris Wardale in St George's Church (Choral Evensong at 6.00pm) |
| October 23rd | 7.00pm | Jazz Evening: 'Strictly Smokin' |
| December 4th | 7.00pm | Annual Dinner Dance at the Caledonian Hotel |
MARATHON MAN
Our chairman and vicar , Nick, ran the Brighton Marathon in aid of
St George's Church and The Friends of St George's on Sunday April 18th in the magnificent time of 4 hours and 30 mins. There is still time to sponsor him by going to www.justgiving.com/NicholasChamberlain
Membership
Membership of The Friends of St George's is open to everyone on payment of an annual subscription of £10. Members are also invited to make a voluntary donation to The Friends should they wish to do so. The Friends' financial year starts on the 23rd of April (St George's Day).
Benefits of membership include invitations to all Friends events, free admission to some events and reduced price admission to others.
Additionally, The Friends are actively involved in plans for the future of St George's Church, its buildings and its role in the community.
An application form for membership is available from:
The Honorary Secretary
Friends of St George's Jesmond
The Parish Office,
St George's Close,
Jesmond,
Newcastle upon Tyne. NE2 2TF.
Our Current Fundraising Project
We are currently raising money to refurbish the Winskell Room of the Church Hall to make it more attractive and easier to use by a wider range of those in the community.
Anticipated cost of this: £8,000
St George's West Window
Renewing Our Inheritance
PHASE 1 - completed
This huge and unique window is in urgent need of repair. It was an integral part of the design of the church, drawing the eye up to heaven and the coming of Christ in glory at the end of time. Now beginning to collapse under its own weight and letting in water, it is also damaging the stone in which it is set. The glass is cracked in places and the lead work needs to be renewed.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this project in any way. The target of £57,000 has now been raised, with the Friends contributing over £10,000 of this.
A fantastic effort!
We are now seeking the necessary permissions to go ahead with the work.
