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

Painting by El Greco

St. Bartholomew is also known as Nathanael.  Bartholomew was brought to Jesus by the Apostle Phillip.            Our Lord observed: “This man is a true Israelite, in whom there is no guile.”  At their meeting, Bartholomew recognized Our Lord as the Son of God, and Our Lord proclaimed that Bartholomew would see greater things in his life.  (St. John: Chapter 1, Verses 47-50)

According to tradition, St. Bartholomew preached in Ethiopia, India, Persia and Armenia..         He is always represented wearing a white robe with a purple stripe and a white cloak.  He performed many miracles including the healing of the sick.  With the aid of an angel, he banished a demon out of a false idol.  The demon is depicted in the lower corner of El Greco’s painting.

St. Bartholomew the Apostle

(Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity)

August 24, 2008 A.D.

WELCOME FATHER JOHN HINES!

Today Father John Hines, younger brother of Father Gordon Hines, celebrates Mass assisted by his older brother.  He will also be here next Sunday August 31st.  Father Hines was Rector of All Saints Parish in Naperville, Illinois and Administrator of the Eastern Diocese.  Those who attended the 2008 Synod remember his presentation on “growing a parish.”  He is now moving to Plano, Texas where he will be Vicar of St. Mary’s Mission.

FATHER GORDON HINES ON VACATION AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 5

Father will be on vacation. Aug 28-Sept 5.  Martha will be in the office Tues -Thurs, 1:00-5:00 pm.  If you have an emergency, please call Father Greer at 258-4333.

LAST MASS OF SUMMER IS AUGUST 31ST

Next Sunday will be the final Summer Mass at 9:00 am.  Sunday, September 7th, we return to the usual 8:00 am and 10:30 am schedule.

FATHER GREER’S CLASS RESUMES SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14TH, 9:00-10:00 AM

The class will pick up from where it left off.  There will be three topics that will be covered: 1. The split between Eastern Church and Western Church.  2. Church of Rome 3. Anglicanism.

NEW STATIONS OF THE CROSS

A new set of Stations of the Cross, based on the Western Version replaces a less well known version.  We thank the anonymous donor who donated both sets. The earlier set will be used in the side chapel of the permanent building.

NEW EXTERIOR SIGN ON BUILDING

Thanks to the donor who gave a new building sign, replacing one that was damaged during a storm.  Also thanks to Michael Patridge (son of Marlin and Janis Patridge) who, along with the assistance of the Men’s Prayer Group, mounted the sign.

HOLY WATER STOOP REPAIRED AND FRAMED

Thanks to the Men’s Prayer Group the antique Holy Water Stoop is now sealed and a new frame provides and beautiful backdrop.

UPCOMING EVENTS 

August 31................................................ Fr. John Hines, celebrant at Mass

September 7............................................... Fr. Greer’s class on Anglicanism

September 7........................................... Used Book and Religious Book Sale

October 4.............................................................. Blessing of the Animals

October 5.................................................. Sunday School/AYG Car Wash &

October 5............................................... Used Book and Religious Book Sale

October 16.............. First Choice Pregnancy Services Banquet & Silent Auction

October 18..................................... ACW Picnic hosted by Bob & Carol Fabbri

December 7...................................................... Bishop Morrison’s Visitation

This Week’s Schedule

Tuesday August 26........ Women’s Intercessory Prayer Group, 10:00 am - Noon

Wednesday, August 27............................ Evening Prayer 5:45, Mass 6:00 pm

Choir Practice 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Friday, August 29............... Men’s Intercessory Prayer Group (9:00 am - Noon)

Sunday, August 31................................... Mass 9:00 am (Summer Schedule)

Sunday School, Nursery

ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE            HOLY EUCHARIST

Organ: Prelude

“The eternal gifts of Christ the King,”......................... Hymn 132 (tune 158 ii)

Introit: Right dear, O God, are thy friends unto me, and held in highest honour: their rule and governance is exceeding steadfast.  Ps. O Lord, thou has searched me out, and known me:  thou knowest my downsitting, and mine uprising.  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 St. Bartholomew the Apostle......................................... Page 249

Epistle for St. Bartholomew the Apostle......................................... Page 249

Gradual: Thou shalt make them princes in all lands: they shall remember thy Name, O Lord. V. Instead of thy fathers, thou shalt have children: therefore shall the people give thanks unto thee.

Gospel for St. Bartholomew the Apostle......................................... Page 250

Alleluia: Alleluia.  Alleluia.  V. The glorious company of the Apostles: praise thee, O  Lord.

Announcements

“Blessed feasts of blessed martyrs,”............................ Hymn 135 (tune 479 i)

The Homily by Father John Hines+

Offertory: Right dear are thy friends unto me, O God, and held in highest honour: their rule and governance is exceeding steadfast.

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 ....................................................................................... 723

Prayer of Humble Access.............................................................. Page 82

Communion: Ye, which have followed me shall sit upon the twelve thrones: judging the twelve tribes of Israel, saith the Lord.

THE COMMUNION

“Now my tongue the mystery telling,”..................................... ..Hymn 199 (i)

General Thanksgiving................................................................... Page 83

The Peace and Benediction........................................................... Page 84

“Ye watchers and ye holy ones,”................................................. Hymn 599

+ Flowers on the Altar are given by Jeff Field to the greater glory of God  and in loving memory of his mother, Madge Field +

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

Holy Trinity Mission Church

Henderson, NV(holytrinity.nv@cox.net)

Diocese of the Southwestern States

The Rt. Rev. Frederick G. Morrison

4040 East 91st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136

Anglican Province of Christ the King

Internet Domain Site: stgeorgeanglican.org

Rector - The Rev. Gordon W. HinesSenior Warden - Howard Winters

Assisting - The Rev. Yates C. Greer, Ph.D  Junior Warden - Dave Davis

Music Director - John G. Riley         Secretary - Laura Seibert

Altar Guild Directoress - Rae Waite  Youth Group Director - Julie Viacava

Sunday School Director - Kim JonesACW President - Donna Foust

Treasurer - Charlton Wood