St. George's Church and Commmunity Centre

08/09/2026

Come and join us for Tilo Flache's Talk this Friday as we journey to Rome.

From the glory of the Roman Empire to centuries of decline, and then its spectacular rebirth during the Renaissance, discover the remarkable story of how Rome became the Eternal City we know today.

📍 Friday 11 September
🕐 1:00 pm
🎟️ £5 on the door

Everyone is very welcome.

07/09/2026

✨ The Fairy Queen | Brighton Early Music Festival 2026
Brighton Early Music Festival 2026 continues at St George's Church with Henry Purcell's magical masterpiece The Fairy Queen on Friday 9 October at 7.30pm.
Inspired by Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, this enchanting semi-staged performance is presented by the London Handel Players and BREMF Emerging Artists. Expect glorious Baroque music, captivating storytelling and an evening full of magic and mischief.
🎟 Tickets £18 (£9 concessions)
👶 Under 12s go free with a paying adult
⭐ Save 10% when you book six or more main festival events.
Book now: https://www.bremf.org.uk/event/the-fairy-queen/⁠�

02/09/2026

St George's Family Day

Saturday 5th September | 1.00pm – 6.00pm
St George's Church

Everyone is warmly welcome to join us for our annual St George's Family Day – a fun-filled afternoon with something for all ages.

Come along and enjoy a great selection of food and refreshments, browse the stalls, try your luck on the tombola, take part in games, and round off the day with music and dancing. Whether you're coming with family, meeting friends or simply looking to enjoy a relaxed afternoon in the community, we'd love to see you.

The event is raising money for St George's Church and its Community Centre, helping to support the church's work and the activities it provides for the local community.

There's no need to book – just come along and join in the fun. We look forward to welcoming you!

31/08/2026

🌍 Tilos Talks: The Swahili Coast
📅 Friday 4 September
🕐 1.00pm
📍 St George's Church, Brighton

Join us for our next Tilos Talk as we journey to the fascinating Swahili Coast of East Africa.

Stretching along the coasts of Kenya, Tanzania and beyond, the Swahili Coast has been a crossroads of cultures, trade and ideas for centuries. Discover its rich history, stunning landscapes and vibrant heritage as we explore how this remarkable region became one of the world's great multicultural centres.

Whether you're interested in history, travel or different cultures, this promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking afternoon.

We look forward to welcoming you!

31/08/2026

The Fretful Federation Mandolin Orchestra

Saturday 24 October | 6.00pm

St George's Church is delighted to welcome The Fretful Federation Mandolin Orchestra, Brighton's own award-winning mandolin orchestra, for a special evening of music in collaboration with the Brighton Guitar Group.

Founded in 1995, the Fretful Federation has been reviving the rich tradition of the mandolin orchestra while embracing an exciting and diverse repertoire. Performing on instruments from the mandolin family alongside guitars and basses, the orchestra presents music ranging from classical favourites to contemporary works, showcasing the remarkable versatility and warmth of these plucked string instruments.

This joint concert with the Brighton Guitar Group will feature each ensemble individually before they come together for a selection of specially prepared works, promising an entertaining evening of beautifully performed music.

Tickets: £10 in advance, £12 on the door. Under 16s go free.

Book tickets:
https://www.ticketsource.com/fretful-federation-mandolin-orchestra

Find out more about the orchestra:
https://fretful-federation.co.uk/

31/08/2026

🎶 City of Dreams | Brighton Early Music Festival 2026

✨ Brighton Early Music Festival 2026 comes to St George's Church!

We're delighted to welcome the this year's festival with the first concert of three - City of Dreams on Friday 2 October at 7.00pm.

Travel to Renaissance Florence in a spectacular evening of music, theatre and storytelling, charting the city's artistic flowering from Brunelleschi's magnificent dome to the birth of opera. Featuring the Monteverdi String Band, the Royal Sackbut Collective, BREMF Consort of Voices, local schoolchildren and actor Daria Mazzocchio, this promises to be an unforgettable start to the festival.

🎟 Tickets £18–£25
👶 Under 12s go free with a paying adult
🎵 Under 30s tickets from £9
⭐ Save 10% when you book six or more main festival events.

Book now: https://www.bremf.org.uk/event/city-of-dreams/

Friday 2 October, 19:00 at St George's Church City of Dreams An exploration of the cultural and musical development of Renaissance Florence, narrated by Maria de' Medici Date & Time: Friday 2 October, 19:00 Ticket price: £25/£18; under 30s half price; under 12s free Venue: St George's Church Book ...

31/08/2026

Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity – Sunday 30 August

This Sunday we reflected on God's call to faithful discipleship through readings from Exodus 3:1–15, where Moses encounters God in the burning bush; Romans 12:9–end, with its exhortation to genuine love, hospitality and overcoming evil with good; and Matthew 16:21–end, in which Jesus calls his followers to take up their cross and follow him. Together, the readings invited us to listen for God's call, to live lives of sincere love and service, and to place God's purposes before our own.

Our hymns were:

Introit: Be Still, for the Presence of the Lord
Gradual: Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You
Offertory: The Church's One Foundation
Recessional: Be Thou My Vision, O Lord of My Heart

Thank you to everyone who joined us for worship. Please continue to remember those in our prayers, and do take a look at this week's notices for information about our new Bible study meetings, the forthcoming Pilgrim Places, Holy Lives journey, and the fundraising efforts supporting A Rocha UK and The Connection at St Martin-in-the-Fields.

18/08/2026

🇳🇿 Tilo's Talks: New Zealand

Join Tilo as he explores the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of New Zealand

While its cities have plenty to offer, New Zealand's greatest treasures lie in its spectacular natural scenery and the enduring traditions of the Māori people. Discover the unique character of both the North and South Islands, each with its own unforgettable landscapes, attractions, and experiences—some well off the beaten track, others loved by visitors from around the world.

📅 Friday 21 August 2026
🕐 1:00pm

Everyone is welcome. Come along for another inspiring afternoon of travel, culture and discovery.

11/08/2026

👮 Issues in your neighbourhood? Come and speak to your local policing team.

📅 Friday 14th August
🕚 11.00 am – 12.00 pm
📍 St George's Church, Kemptown

We're pleased to welcome PCSO Leone (45317), your new ward officer, to St George's Church.

This is an opportunity to meet your local policing team, raise any concerns you may have about your neighbourhood, ask questions, and find out more about the support available in our community.

Please see the poster below for full details.

We look forward to welcoming PCSO Leone and hope you'll take the opportunity to come along and say hello.

11/08/2026

Congratulations, Father Andrew!

We are delighted to share that Father Andrew has been appointed as the Bishop's Liaison Officer to the LGBTQIA+ Communities across the Diocese of Chichester.

Last Sunday, 9th August, this important new ministry was celebrated during Evensong at Chichester Cathedral, where Father Andrew was formally commissioned (pictured).

This diocesan-wide role will help ensure that the voices and experiences of LGBTQIA+ people are heard within the Church and the wider Christian community, while continuing to encourage conversation, understanding and inclusion.

As Father Andrew has said, this role will become what we all make of it. Here at St George's Church, Kemptown, we are proud to be part of a diverse and welcoming community, and we look forward to supporting this important work as it develops across the Diocese.

Please join us in congratulating Father Andrew on his appointment and in holding him and this new ministry in your prayers as he begins this significant role.

If you would like to watch the Service of Commissioning at Chichester Cathedral, you can view it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzvWuNwhP2M