St. George church is a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Belleville. It was established at the turn of the century, 1894,
by immigrant Germans and now has about 500 families with a cultural and ethnic mixture
resulting partially from its nearness to Scott Air Force Base. We are located in
Clinton County Illinois about 25 miles Southeast of St Louis Mo just off Interstate 64.
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Live by Faith -- Love like Christ
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St. George Parish will be a spiritual rock
and inspiration that builds a welcoming
community of faith to strengthen relationships with God.
We will be an engaging spiritual environment
by encouraging partnerships and providing
services to respond to the needs of those around us.
We will empower our parish by accepting everyone and
providing a refuge for all.
We will engage and appeal to all youth,
giving them a voice and a part to play in
our parish life. We will encourage all
parishioners to be active and vibrant
members of St. George Catholic Church.
We will build leaders from within by
providing ample opportunities to serve and lead.
We will share the Good News of Jesus the Christ
with all we meet so they know what we stand
for and Who we serve. Amen!
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Central to the Mission of St. George
Faith Community are the following values:
Hospitality: Welcoming and including
all as a family of Christ Compassion:
Comforting others in their time of
need with empathy Community:
Living and loving like Christ,
diverse in our membership, unified
by our purpose Charity: Supporting
those in need through acts of kindness
and love. Faith-Filled: Praising
God in all we do with enduring
trust and conviction in His word
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This web site is maintained by the St George Knights of Columbus Council 10311
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