Our Partners in Ministry

Luray Friends Meeting and St. George's Episcopal Church

"Oh, how sweet and pleasant it is to the truly spiritual eye to see several sorts of believers. - Isaac Penington, Quaker

The early Quakers often came into conflict with the Church of England, which was the presiding religious institution of the time and place where these Friends began their ministry. Over time, the Anglican Church addressed many concerns that Friends had regarding their doctrines and practices, and the gap in understanding between these two groups greatly diminished. The Episcopal Church, being the inheritors of Anglicanism in America, is now much more open to differing expressions of faith than the Church in the days of early Friends, and today we find that there is great overlap in the missions of both Quakers and Episcopalians.

As such, we are happy to partner with our Episcopalian friends in spreading awareness of the truth of the Holy Spirit with our community by sharing a facility and fellowship with them at St. George's Episcopal Church and Community Hall. While our methods and practices are not always identical, the Spirit of Love which we mutually embody is one and the same, and we are assured that together we may help fulfill God's Will with our partnered outreach and fellowship.

Luray Friends Meeting and St. George's Episcopal Church invite everyone to join us in this fellowship!

About St. George's Episcopal Church

St. George's is a small congregation located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, near Shenandoah National Park. We started in the early twentieth century as one of the Mountain Missions of The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. We are deeply rooted in the picturesque hollow in which we are located. Local craftsmen from the community did the beautiful stone work that adorns the church both inside and out. They also constructed much of the original stone work found on Skyline Drive.

Worship at St. George's is grounded in the Anglican tradition, but with a healthy dose of mountain hospitality and culture added in! St. George's welcomes everyone, no matter where they are on their journey of faith, and regardless of any beliefs or affiliations. Come join us in loving our neighbors as ourselves!
St. George's holds Sunday morning prayer services at 11a.m. on Sundays at:
St. George's Episcopal Church3392 Pine Grove Rd , Stanley, VA, United States, 22851
They can be contacted by email at stgeorgesping@gmail.com or by phone at 540-560-9422
Or visit St. George's Facebook Page

Shared Projects Between St. George's and Luray Friends Meeting

St. George's Episcopal Church is currently working with the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia and Luray Friends Meeting on several projects to provide visitors and local residents of Pine Grove with several community services, including:

A food pantry for those in need.
Substance abuse resources for those in recovery and their loved ones.
An internet/Wi-fi hub to provide access to those in need.
A quiet venue for spiritual retreats just outside picturesque Shenandoah National Park.
A beautiful space for weddings, receptions, gatherings, and meals.

Our Fundraising Efforts

St. George's Episcopal Church provides important services for both visitors and local residents of the secluded Pine Grove community in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Historically, St. George's was a mission church, where parishioners could come to receive medical treatment, a haircut, and dentistry, in addition to spiritual guidance.

Today, St. George's continues to provide spiritual services to all in need, and is working with the help of Episcopal Diocese of Virginia and Luray Friends Meeting toward the establishment of additional supportive offerings, such as a food pantry, substance abuse services, internet/Wi-Fi connectivity, hot meals, and spiritual retreats/seminars.

Donated funds will be used for the maintenance and upkeep of our facilities (wherever our greatly appreciated volunteer-work does not suffice), such as for the repair and modernizing of our air-conditioning, water-treatment, and heating services. Additionally, donations will be utilized to support our planned services, such as our food pantry and offered Wi-Fi. We greatly appreciate any and all contributions to our mission of serving others and loving our neighbors as ourselves.

If you would like to donate to St. George's Episcopal Church, please click here. Thank you!