Welcome to St George's Anglican Church
The Rev. Gordon W. Hines, Rector
Fr. Gordon William Hines was born in Dallas TX on New Years Day. Always being curious by nature, by the time he was 7 years old, he had already developed an avid interest in astronomy. Fr. Hine’s love for the beauty and majesty of God’s Creation led him to an awareness of God Himself and piqued his curiosity to know God more fully. No doubt, Fr. Hines was also influenced by the his very devout mother, Mary, who has lived out her faith as well as by the faithful devotion of his maternal grandfather, Fr. Edward Caldwell Lewis, who was an Episcopal Priest for 39 years.
Fr. Hines initially began his career as a servant of God at age 8, when he became an acolyte assisting clergy at the altar in liturgical services; however, young Gordon was a boy with many interests in the area of performing, including theater, singing, comedy, and doing impressions.
Academically, in the 10th grade, Fr. Hines was accepted into the prestigious Saint Mark’s School of Texas, a preparatory day school where he completed high school. After graduating, he attended community college in the San Francisco Bay area before transferring to the University of California, Berkeley where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. While attending Berkeley, Fr. Hines developed a friendship with Archbishop Robert Sherwood Morse who was a chaplain at Cal Berkeley as well the founder of St. Joseph of Arimathea Anglican Theological College and head of the Anglican Province of Christ the King.
Upon graduating from Cal-Berkeley in 1989, Fr. Hines contemplated pursuing a career in law, and so he accepted a position as a legal assistant at a major insurance defense law firm in the San Francisco Bay area. Given his discerning and introspective nature, he soon discovered that law was not his calling. Fr. Hines was seeking a deeper purpose and answering to a higher call.
Still unsure of what direction he wanted his career to take, Fr. Hines returned to Dallas TX in 1992 where he worked as a legal assistant in employment law for the City of Dallas Attorney’s Office while also indulging his interest in performing stand-up comedy on the side.
In the process of moving forward, Fr. Hines discovered a way to combine his two loves of prayer and performance when he accepted the invitation of his beloved mentor, Archbishop Morse, to enter seminary at St. Joseph of Arimathea Anglican Theological College in 1994. Fr. Hines was ordained as a deacon in December 1996 and completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sacred Theology in May 1997. While serving a one-year internship at a church in Arizona, Fr. Hines refined his ever-developing skill of combining fun, performance, and connecting with his audience for the glory of God that was also personally fulfilling and affirming.
In 1997, Fr. Steven Dart invited Fr. Hines to assist him as the priest with the Saint George’s Mission Church in Las Vegas NV. By July 1998, the founding members of St George’s Mission Church knew they had found their spiritual leader and they called Fr. Hines to be their first Rector.
Twenty-six years later, Fr. Hines continues to serve as the much beloved Rector of St George’s Anglican Church. Fr. Hines also serves on the Standing Committee and the Marriage Tribunal of the Diocese of the Western States, as publisher of the national Anglican Province of Christ the King newsletter, The Shepherd’s Staff , and as editor and publisher of the St George’s parish newsletter, The Parish Visitor.
Despite his busy schedule and his high responsiveness to his congregants, Fr. Hines spends quality time with his one son, Luke, who enjoys all things related to martial arts and high school wrestling. Fr. Hines also finds time to enjoy his hobbies of reading, astronomy, hiking, swimming and ballroom dancing. Oh, and he still likes to tell jokes, too!
Father Gordon Hines frgordonhines@stgeorgeanglican.org
Clergy of St George's Anglican Church
The Rev. David A. St John, Visiting Priest
Fr. David St. John is Assisting Priest at St. George’s Anglican Church. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Trinity Lutheran College, and went on to earn a Licentiate in Sacred Theology, a Master’s degree, and a PhD.
Fr. David perceived a calling to the priesthood and prepared for ordination through the age-old tradition of Reading for Holy Orders. Fr. David was ordained as a deacon in the Old Catholic Church in 2001, and after a further year of study and practice, was ordained into the priesthood in 2002. In 2004 he was elevated to monsignor (arch priest).
Having retired from parish ministry in 2015, he joined St. George’s Anglican Church as a layperson, and has spent the last eight years developing and teaching “Bible Safari”, an interactive and participatory Bible study. This weekly Bible study takes place at St. George’s every Sunday between Masses.
The call to active priesthood returned, and having presented his credentials, Fr. David was licensed, in June of 2023, to celebrate Mass and all sacraments of the church as an Anglican priest within the Anglican Province of Christ the King.
He has been married 45 years to his wife, Aurore. They have been blessed with 4 children, 6 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild.
Fr. David loves to read, and is a published author, having written a book of popular historical fiction, “An Emperor Among Us”, about the life of America’s only emperor, Norton the 1st.
Father David St John frdavidstjohn@stgeorgeanglican.org
The Rev. Mr. Marty Hope, Deacon
Henry Martin Hope was born April 1944 in Montgomery, Alabama into St John's parish. At age 5 years old, his great grandmother taught him to read out the 1928 Book of Common Prayer. He served in both the U S Marines and US Navy (disabled), and he retired as an Airline Director after nearly thirty years.
Deacon Hope returned to school, attending at Kent-UK and UNLV to complete his Masters of Science degree and MBA/CPA-CPM. He spent the remaining working years working in purchasing and finance as an analyst for the government, except for a two-year stint driving an 18-wheeler.
He studied under the tutelage of the late Fr Yates Greer and was ordained and licensed to serve in the Anglican Church in 2001, about a year before we opened the doors of St George’s Anglican Church in its current location. He was ordained into the Perpetual Deaconate in 2003. He is assigned to St George’s parish, specifically in our Home and Hospital Visitation Ministry. Deacon Hope is also currently enrolled at St Joseph of Amarantha Theological College studying Greek, Latin, Theology and Philosophy.
Deacon Hope has been married to Jennifer since 1964 and is the father of two, grandfather of six and great-grandfather of five. He is a life-long amateur radio operator (since age eight), occasional guitar player, and lover of fast motorcycles.
Deacon Marty Hope deaconmartyhope@stgeorgeanglican.org
Clergy of St George's Anglican Church
Abel Wilson, Deacon Currently serving overseas
Ministries of St George's Anglican Church
Bible Study
Sunday School
Sunday School
Benefits of Bible Study
1. It is through the Word of God that we get faith.
2. If we are going astray, the Word of God corrects us.
3. If we are ignorant, the Word of God instructs us.
4. The Bible gives us great and loving thoughts of God, and makes our hearts tender toward Him.
5. By reading the Bible, we get to know Jesus and can develop a
Benefits of Bible Study
1. It is through the Word of God that we get faith.
2. If we are going astray, the Word of God corrects us.
3. If we are ignorant, the Word of God instructs us.
4. The Bible gives us great and loving thoughts of God, and makes our hearts tender toward Him.
5. By reading the Bible, we get to know Jesus and can develop a personal relationship with Him.
6. It strengthens our faith and empowers our prayer life.
“Search the Scriptures,” said Jesus. Do not think you are too young, or too ignorant, or too busy. Do your best, and stick to it, and the Holy Spirit will become your teacher, and you shall become wise unto everlasting life. ~ 2 Timothy 3:15-17.
Fr Gordn Hines leads discussion and offers commentary from reputable sources.
Sunday School
Sunday School
Sunday School
Our Sunday School program teaches children K through 6th grade the Christian Faith as stated in the Nicene Creed and handed down through the centuries in the Anglican tradition. It follows the Church Kalendar Year, draws directly from Holy Scripture, and teaches the use of the 1928 Anglican Book of Common Prayer.
Our Ministries
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Through acts of Christian charity, ACW helps support the mission of the Church in the Parish, Diocese and Province.
Visitation Ministry
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Home Visitation Ministry is deeply rooted in the belief of cohesiveness founded in our Catholic faith of Social Teaching and enables the parish priest and clergy members to get to know the faithful people entrusted to their care. This invaluable ministry provides comfort to those who are home-bound, feeling disconnected to their faith, to pray together and be able to receive the Eucharist.
Intercessory Prayer
Anglican Church Women – Saint Ann’s Guild (ACW)
Intercessory Prayer
Intercessory prayer is praying to God on behalf of another. The word “intercessor” has roots in Greek, and the Greek meaning is “to meet with, come between." Intercessory prayer is prayer before God on behalf of others. Intercessions are prayers of petition in which Christians intercede for the needs of others (e.g. the community, the church, the world, leaders) as well as for themselves.
Our Ministries
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
St George’s Anglican Church uses the 1928 edition of The Book of Common Prayer and we encourage our members to develop a daily prayer practice that includes Morning Prayer (Matins) and Evening Prayer (Evensong or Vespers).
Morning and Evening Prayer, known together as the Daily Office, are the most basic building blocks of Anglican life.
St George’s Anglican Church uses the 1928 edition of The Book of Common Prayer and we encourage our members to develop a daily prayer practice that includes Morning Prayer (Matins) and Evening Prayer (Evensong or Vespers).
Morning and Evening Prayer, known together as the Daily Office, are the most basic building blocks of Anglican life. Morning and Evening Prayer are basically scripts that walk you through confessing sin,
worshipping God, reading Scripture, and praying for yourself and others.
Social Engagement Ministry
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
Our vision and mission is to engage with our church members as well as community partners to uplift, affirm and encourage each other as we follow the exemplary model of behavior taught us by Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Social Engagement Ministry/Valerie Galante sem@stgeorgeanglican.org
Choir at St George's
1928 Book of Common Prayer Daily Offices
Choir at St George's
The choir in an Anglican church has many roles, including:
Singing sacred music: music that praises God and edifies the congregation. This can include pieces that date back hundreds of years.
Singing anthems and motets: sing standalone pieces of sacred choral music that reflect the liturgical theme of the day.
Singing hymns with the congre
The choir in an Anglican church has many roles, including:
Singing sacred music: music that praises God and edifies the congregation. This can include pieces that date back hundreds of years.
Singing anthems and motets: sing standalone pieces of sacred choral music that reflect the liturgical theme of the day.
Singing hymns with the congregation, which is a common feature of Anglican worship.
Singing psalms to plainsong or Anglican chant.
Singing an introit at the beginning of the service.
The Choir provide additional sung service throughout the year that include Even Song and the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols,
The Choir is led by Music Director Jim Geffert.
Our Ministries
Altar Guild
Altar Guild
The Vestry in an Anglican church is a group of lay members who are elected by the congregation.
The vestry's responsibilities include:
• Leadership: The vestry shares leadership with the rector and works with him to oversee the church's mission.
• Finances: The vestry manages the church's finances, including creating and approving a budge
The Vestry in an Anglican church is a group of lay members who are elected by the congregation.
The vestry's responsibilities include:
• Leadership: The vestry shares leadership with the rector and works with him to oversee the church's mission.
• Finances: The vestry manages the church's finances, including creating and approving a budget and providing an annual report to the congregation.
• Property: The vestry manages the church's property.
• Rector selection: The vestry elects the rector.
• Congregation spirituality: The vestry assists the clergy with matters relating to the spirituality of the congregation.
Contact person is Fr. Hines frgordonhines@stgeorgeanglican.org
Altar Guild
Altar Guild
Altar Guild
A volunteer group of the parish whose ministry is to care for the altar, vestments, vessels, and altar linens of the parish. Altar Guild members prepare the sanctuary for services, and clean up afterwards. Altar Guild members frequently supervise the decoration of the sanctuary of the parish with flowers.
For information,
please contact Fr. Hines at frgordonhines@stgeorgeanglican.org
Deacon
Altar Guild
Deacon
The responsibilities of deacons involve assisting at worship - particularly setting up the altar for the Eucharist and reading the Gospel. They are also accorded responsibility for pastoral care and community outreach, in keeping with their traditional role of manifesting the church in the world.
People of St George's Anglican Church
Music Director, James Geffert
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
ACW President, Joni Lynn Katchuk
Altar Guild Director, Carol Fabbri
ACW President, Joni Lynn Katchuk
People of St George's Anglican Church
Choir Secretary, Carol Dierick
Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary
Choir Secretary, Carol Dierick
Senior Warden, Jeff Field
Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary
Choir Secretary, Carol Dierick
Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary
Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary
Administrative Assistant/ Church Secretary
People of St George's Anglican Church
Junior Warden, Tim Douglas
Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
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Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
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Vestry Member, Pam Taylor
Vestry Member, Hila Asterino
Vestry Member, Pam Taylor
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People of St George's Anglican Church
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Church Treasurer
Vestry Member Nominee, TBD
Church Treasurer
PETS of ST George's Anglican Church
Savannah Coulson, St George's Office Manager
Savannah, a family member of parishioner Ellen Coulson, has stepped up to fill the paws of our beloved Jesse Jarrett who served our parish well as the previous Office Manager.
Savannah, like Jesse, brings her own unique set experience and expertise. Savannah has graciously served as a mascot for the annual St George’s Blessing of the Animals Event. She intends to bring her God-given talents and experience to bear on all office staff including Fr. Hines. She is noted for being punctual and demands excellence in all aspects of church office administration. Some describe her as “The Princess.” She can be persuaded by affection and treats.
Welcome Savannah!
pets of St George's Anglican Church
Jesse Jarrett, Church Office Manager Emeritus
Jesse, a family member of parishioners Paul and Judy Jarrett, is so thrilled he was awarded the position as Church Office Manager, and we believe the church office will be well served.
Jesse brings vast experience and expertise, having served the last twenty years as CEO of Paws and Chow, a nationwide pet food company.
When Judy Jarrett was asked if she minded working for her pet, she commented, "If things ever become tense in the office with deadlines or a heavy workload, Jesse has a way of handling things with finesse when given some steak or chicken. This may seem extravagant, but such perks led to Jesse taking the job.”
When Judy was asked if Jesse will spend most of his time in the office or at home, she said, "Since the time of COVID, he is used to working online from home. He keeps a sharp eye out for Fr. Hines and me on the church office camera, making sure we are being productive."
Welcome aboard Jesse!
pets of St George's Anglican Church
Fred the Pigeon, Church Coffee Hour Clean-Up Assistant Extraordinaire
Sunday coffee hour clean-up assistant Fred the pigeon. Fred is a former resident of Henderson, Nevada, but now resides near the church. Regarding Fred's work performance, Fr. Hines said, "I have been most impressed with Fred's meticulous attention to detail when it comes to helping clean up after Sunday coffee hour. He doesn't leave a crumb of food on the patio. He has always been cordial and polite to parishioners and leaves promptly upon finishing his work. Every one of God's creatures has his role to play, and Fred has certainly found his."
People of St George's Anglican Church
Social Engagement Ministry, Valerie Galante
Social Engagement Ministry, Jo Stasiak
Social Engagement Ministry, Jo Stasiak
