Called to Serve
Our Community

Welcome to St. George’s Episcopal Church of Riverside, CA

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Greetings! St. George’s Episcopal Church is an open and affirming community. We want to welcome you and share our love for Jesus and for the world around us.

About Us
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Join Us for a Service

Sundays, 9:00 am
In-person and online with Zoom

Worship Details
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I’m New

If you’d like to visit us, start here.

What to Expect
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Donate

Learn more about giving
to St. George’s.

Give Today
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All Are Welcome

Join us on the journey

St. George’s Episcopal Church in Riverside is a loving Christ-filled family that provides an inclusive home of liturgy, music, outreach, and fellowship. We are a supportive place for change as we empower each other through the Holy Spirit to do God’s work of social awareness, environmental consciousness, and spiritual growth. In thanksgiving for our abundance, we are called to serve the community.

Information for Visitors
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Our Community

An inclusive & compassionate community

Our goal to be a “Sustainable, Visible and Eucharistic Church” is at the center of our efforts to nurture spiritual growth and faith of the church community, building an inclusive and compassionate community and expanding our vision of stewardship.

Opportunities for Ministry

Faithful Worship

Our liturgy invites participation in traditional prayers and readings, a sermon by the clergy, and invitation to Holy Communion.

How We Worship
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Grow with Us

If you have been away from church for awhile and are thinking about trying it again, or if you have a new child or an important event in your life, you are always welcome.

Learn More
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Get Involved

View the many ways to step into the life of our church—serving God, our neighbors, and the community of St. George’s.

Ministries
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Church Leadership

Vicar

Rev. Dr. Karri Backer

Director of Music Ministries

Dr. Virginia Haisten

Get in Touch

Reach out with your questions. Whatever your reason, know that you, your questions, and your journey are honored and respected. We invite you to get to know our church family!

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