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EPIPHANY SUNDAY
January 6, 2008 A.D.

EPIPHANY PARTY TODAY

Today we will have our third annual Epiphany party. Because it’s our third year, we can see that this is becoming a tradition. The Church knows all about the importance of traditions which help reinforce the meaning and joy of Christ’s life and how His life won our salvation. Traditions give us a sense of peace, of order, of stability and security; rituals give us a sense of wholeness. In addition to all that, our Epiphany party will be fun with refreshments and an Epiphany cake, gifts from Father Hines to the Sunday School kids, and a Pinata filled with candy.

ST. ANNE’S ACW MEETING ON SAT., JAN. 12, at 10:30 AM

We hope all will attend this important meeting as ACW officers will be elected and final plans for the Mardi Gras Party will be discussed.

GET AWAY TO GET TOGETHER -FEBRUARY 1-3, 2008

Everyone had a wonderful time last year, so join others from our parish and sister congregations for a time of worship, fellowship, education, rest and enjoyment of God’s creation at the Little America Hotel in Flagstaff, AZ. The cost for the meeting is $45 for adults, $25 for children ages 7-11. This cost covers a sack lunch on Saturday, brunch at the hotel on Sunday and helps pay for our meeting space and materials. There is a no-host dinner Saturday evening and breakfasts are on your own (each room has a small refrigerator and coffee maker). Christ Church has reserved a block of deluxe rooms at the Little America Hotel and Resort at the rate of $79 per night, and some suites are available. Reservations required by January 16th . There is a flyer on the table. For more information, please call Father Steven Dart 602-996-4886.

COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED

“Service” is a very important and wonderful way to give back to God and our church. It doesn’t require any donation of money, simply a donation of your time. One area that very much needs volunteers right now is for Coffee Hour. Coffee Hour is very important for fellowship and for welcoming new members into the parish. Oft times it might be the only opportunity for our parish family to socialize with one another. And for visitors and new members it makes a wonderful first impression of what we are all about. Sign up sheets are located on the back table. As our Lord said, “It is more blessed to give, than to receive.”

TITHE ENVELOPES

Individual tithe envelope boxes have been ordered. We will let you know when they are available.

2008 FLOWER CHART

The 2008 flower chart is posted in the back hall. Right now you have plenty of opportunities to memorialize a loved one, but please hurry because the chart fills up quickly.

THIS WEEK’S SCHEDULE
Wed., Jan. 9	Evening Prayer 5:45 pm, Mass 6:00 pm
	Choir Practice 7-8:15 pm
Thurs., Jan. 10	Planned Giving Committee Meeting, 5:15 pm
Sat., Jan. 12	St. Anne’s, ACW Meeting 10:30 am
Sunday, Jan. 14	Mass 8:00 am & 10:30 am
	Sunday School & Nursery 10:30 am

EPIPHANY SUNDAY HOLY EUCHARIST

Organ Prelude

“Earth has many a noble city;,”................................................. Hymn 48

Introit: Behold, he appeareth, the Lord and Ruler: and in his hand the kingdom, and power, and dominion. Give the King thy judgements, O God: and thy righteousness unto the King’s Son. Glory be...and to the Holy Ghost. As it was...and ever shall be: world

without end. Amen.
Collect for Purity	Page 67
Summary of the Law	Page 69
Kyrie Eleison ........................................................................................			710
Gloria In Excelsis .................................................................................			713
Collect for the Epiphany		Page 107-108
Epistle for the Epiphany		Page 108

Gradual: All they from Saba shall come, bringing gold and incense: and shall shew forth the praises of the Lord. Arise and shine, O Jerusalem: for the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.

Gospel for the Epiphany Page 108-109

Alleluia. Alleluia. We have seen his star in the East: and are come with offerings to worship the Lord. Alleluia.

Nicene Creed Page 71

Birthday & Anniversary Blessings “We three kings of Orient are,”.......................................................... Hymn 51 Sermon given by Fr. Gordon Hines+ The Kings of Tharsis and of the isles shall give presents; the Kings of Arabia and Saba shall bring gifts: all Kings shall fall down before him; all nations shall do him service. Prayer for the Whole Church Page 74 Confessions & Absolution Page 75 Sursum Corda Page 76

Sanctus & Benedictus ............................................................................ 797

The Consecration Page 80 The Lord’s Prayer .................................................................................. 722 Agnus Dei ............................................................................................... 712

Prayer of Humble Access Page 82

Communion: We have seen his star in the East: and are come with our offerings to worship the Lord.

THE COMMUNION “Sing of Mary, pure and lowly,”............................................................ Hymn 117 General Thanksgiving Page 83 The Peace and Benediction Page 84

“As with gladness men of old,” .............................................................. Hymn 52

+ Flowers on the altar are given by Bob & Carol Fabbri in memory of their son Daniel+

We employ the rich Ceremonial of the historic Church in our worship. While it may seem a bit strange or unnatural to you at first, be patient. The liturgical heritage of the Church WILL speak to you in time, as it has to Christians through the centuries.

Welcome to Saint George’s!

If you are a visitor with us just for today we bid you God speed on your journey. If you are seeking a church home we welcome you into our spiritual family so that you might make good on your Christian duty to “follow Christ, worship God every Sunday in His Church, to work and pray and give for the spread of His kingdom” (BCP, page 291). In either case, be sure to sign the guest book and introduce yourself to us upon the conclusion of the service.

We are part of the Anglican Province of Christ the King–a nationwide body of traditional Episcopal Churches which stands for historic Christianity in the Anglican tradition.

OUR BELIEFS are based on the teaching of the Bible and the ancient creeds of the Church. We use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer as the basis for our worship.

OUR MISSION is to worship God, serve Jesus Christ, and to bring mankind to Jesus and His Church by : (1) proclaiming biblical truth through Catholic order as it is embodied in the historic Book of Common Prayer; (2) preaching God’s Word and administrating His Holy Sacraments; (3) showing the love of Christ by reaching out to others through works of charity; and (4) upholding Christian family values and teaching the Christian faith and New Testament morality to our children.

OUR GOALS are: to grow in understanding of and participation in the corporate worship services of the Church, to read Holy Scripture daily and to love God and our neighbor more fully.

FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN are especially welcomed, as our Church School stands ready to equip you and your children for living the Christian life. Sunday school instruction and nursery are provided during the 10:30 am Sunday service.

Church Address: 7676 West Gilmore, Las Vegas, NV 89129

Phone: 702-395-4576 Fax: 702-395-4572

E-mail Address: frhines@stgeorgeanglican.org

Website: www.stgeorgeanglican.org

Diocese of the Southwestern States

The Rt. Rev. Frederick G. Morrison
4040 East 91st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136

Anglican Province of Christ the King Rector -The Rev. Gordon W. Hines Senior Warden -Howard Winters Assisting -The Rev. Yates C. Greer, Ph.D. Junior Warden -Tom Covert Music Director -John G. Riley Secretary -Laura Seibert Altar Guild Directoress -Rae Waite Youth Group Director -Julie Viacava Sunday School Director -Kim Jones ACW President -Sharon Zurfluh Treasurer -Charlton Wood

St George's Anglican Church A Traditional Episcopal 1928 Prayer Book Parish

EPIPHANY SUNDAYJanuary 6, 2008 A.D.