St. George's Church and Commmunity Centre

22/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for worship on the Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity. We reflected on God's generous love and faithful provision through our readings and prayers, and enjoyed Fr Andrew's talk on Compline and Benediction after the service.
We also looked ahead to our Harvest Festival on Sunday 4 October at 10.30am, when we'll celebrate God's creation and gather donations in support of WaterAid and Voices in Exile.
All are welcome.

Please see our pew notes below.

21/09/2026

Don't miss the **final talk in this series of Tilo's Talks** this Friday!

🌏 **Shanghai**
📅 **Friday 25 September 2026**
🕐 **1:00 pm**
🎟️ **£5 on the door**

Is Shanghai a historic Chinese city, a colonial trading centre, a post-Communist landscape, or a dazzling 21st-century megacity?

The answer is... **all of the above, and much more.**

Join Tilo for a fascinating journey through one of the world's most dynamic cities, exploring its rich history, dramatic transformation, and unique character. Whether you've visited Shanghai, dream of going, or simply enjoy discovering new places, this promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking afternoon.

We'd love to see you there as we round off this series of Tilo's Talks!

14/09/2026

🎭🎶 What's On at St George's this autumn? 🎨✨

From world-class music and community events to art fairs, Christmas concerts and family-friendly entertainment, there's something for everyone at St George's over the coming months.

We're proud to be Kemptown's beautiful church venue, welcoming a wonderful variety of performances and events that bring people together.

Take a look at our autumn programme below and see what catches your eye – we'd love to welcome you through our doors.

For more information and ticket links visit stgeorgesbrighton.com

14/09/2026

🌉 Tilo's Talks – Series 3

We're almost at the end of Series 3, and this is the penultimate talk in the series!

San Francisco

📅 Friday 18 September 2026
🕐 1.00 pm

San Francisco is known for its steep hills, eclectic architecture, cooling summer fog, and iconic landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and Alcatraz. It's also home to vibrant neighbourhoods including Chinatown and the Mission District.

But there is so much more to discover...

Join Tilo as he looks beyond the famous sights to uncover the stories, history and culture that make this remarkable city so fascinating.

🎟️ £5 on the door

Everyone is warmly welcome – whether you're a seasoned traveller or simply enjoy exploring the world from your chair.

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 ...