Called to Worship. Sent to Witness. Led to Welcome. | | An Invitation from the Rector | | Next Saturday, Come Learn More About Our History as a Church within the Anglo-Catholic Tradition from My Friend & Mentor, The Rev. Dr. Ben King | | |
Dr. Ben King preaching at the Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, Oxford, in the very same pulpit from which, in 1833, Rev. John Keble preached the sermon that is widely credited with beginning the Oxford Movement.
As some of you may know, the Oxford Movement is the name that historians have given to a movement within the Church of England starting in the early 1800s that sought a return to more ancient understandings of our faith and worship -- to reclaim more fundamental groundings of how the church was structured and governed. This movement, which reasserted the apostolic and catholic heritage within the Anglican tradition, has had deep and lasting influence on the Church of England, the Episcopal Church, and the worldwide Anglican Communion -- especially those churches that, like Saint Andrew's, identify as Anglo-Catholic.
Back in 2013, when I started my year of Anglican studies at Sewanee as part of my ordination process, one of the first classes that I took was titled, "The Oxford Movement, the Liturgy, and the Crisis of Faith," and was taught by The Reverend Dr. Ben King. I soon learned that Dr. King, in addition to being a great scholar and teacher, was also my new next-door neighbor in Sewanee! Ultimately, therefore, over the course of that year, I was blessed to be able to count Dr. King not only as a teacher and mentor, but also as a neighbor and friend. When our youngest daughter, Eliza, was baptized at the Easter Vigil in All Saints Chapel later that year, Dr. King and his wife, Leyla, who is also a priest and a scholar, were among the godparents.
Based on these histories, I was delighted that, soon after I became rector of Saint Andrew's, Dr. King agreed to come and preach at my installation service as rector in December 2016. Below is an image of Dr. King delivering the message on that memorable evening.
| | With all of that in mind, I am looking forward to welcoming Dr. King back to Saint Andrew's next week, as part of our 125th Anniversary Year celebration. In addition to preaching on Sunday, September 7, we have the opportunity, on the evening prior, to hear from Dr. King, one of the world's leading scholars on the Oxford Movement, about the ongoing significance of this movement. I hope that you will plan to take advantage of this incredible opportunity by joining us on Saturday, September 6, at 5:30 PM in the Parish Hall as we gather for dinner followed by Dr. King’s lecture on “What was the Oxford Movement and why does it matter?” If you have not done so already, below is a link where you can register: | | |
I look forward to seeing you there!
Grace & Peace,
Gary+
| | Worship & Formation Schedule with Links | | |
Sunday, August 31 - The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
8:30 AM Low Mass, Rite II
10:30 AM Sung High Mass, Rite I, (livestream available)
Tuesday, September 2
4:00 PM Clergy-Led Bible Study
Wednesday, September 3 - Saint Phoebe, Deacon
5:30 PM Healing Mass, Rite II
Friday, September 5
11 AM Monthly Eucharist at the Cascades
| | Prayer Requests & Resources | |
The following people have been commended
to the prayers of the parish:
| Andrew, Annette, Bobbie, Bob, Brian, Charlie, Chuck, Deirdre, Dick, Don, Esley, Holly, Jim, Jodi, Joyce, Leigh Ann, Lyra, Margaret Lee, Margaret, Marvin, Mary, Nancy, Patt, Robin, Shawn, Sylvia, Wade, and Winona | | |
To add someone to the Parish Prayer List, please contact the office.
To add someone to the Daughters of the King prayer list, please e-mail dok@standrewsgreenville.org
There is also wooden box in the Narthex where you can fill out prayer cards.
The Daughters will add your names to their prayers.
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8/31 Cheryl Fairley
9/2 Sheri Blackshire
9/3 Laura Rhodes
9/7 Annette Geraghty
9/7 West Brunson
9/7 Alec Honohan
9/8 Emily Zaino
9/10 Robert Boggs
9/11 Isaac Cooke
9/13 Kevin Landmesser
9/15 Daniel Hunt
9/15 Jodi Coburn
9/15 Linda Considine
9/15 Rusty Infinger
9/16 Räkan Smith
9/18 Lollie Harper
9/19 Charles Shields
9/20 Weylin Brown
9/20 Jenna Henderson
9/20 June Santilli
9/21 Eliza Eichelberger
9/22 Merrie Clark
9/23 Stephen Bolle
9/23 Paul Brunson
9/23 Macie Carlson
9/23 Sebastian Herr
9/24 Porter Whitmire
9/24 Andrew Ross
9/26 Todd Miller
9/27 Judi Gregory
9/27 Earle Gregory
9/27 John Fenn
9/28 Stefan Herr
9/29 Sonya Vehorn
9/30 Lee Gray
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Upcoming Anniversary Special Events:
- Saturday, September 6 | 5:30 PM | Dinner & Lecture | Parish Dinner followed by Dr. Ben King’s talk on ongoing significance of the Oxford Movement
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Sunday, September 7 | At Both Masses | Guest Preacher, The Rev’d Dr. Ben King, Professor of Church History at Seminary of the Southwest
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Sunday, October 19 | At Both Masses | Guest Preacher & Celebrant, The Rev'd Trey Garland, Former Rector
- All Saints Sunday, November 2 | At Both Masses | Guest Preacher, The Right Rev'd Dorsey Henderson, Former Bishop of Upper South Carolina
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Clergy-Led Bible Study
Tuesday September 2 | 4 PM | Parish Hall
Our weekly clergy-led study of Genesis meets on Tuesdays at 4 PM.
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for 3-to-9-Year- Olds | Starting Back on Sunday, September 7 | 9:30 AM | The Atrium (upstairs in the Parish Hall) |
We are delighted to be embarking on our second full academic year of offering Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to some of our youngest parishioners.
For those who have not experienced it yet, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to Christian formation that builds upon Montessori methods of learning — starting with a fundamental awareness that a deep bond between God and each child already exists, and this relationship produces, in the child, a desire to draw ever closer to God. With Catechesis, we seek to nourish and encourage that desire for deeper relationship—drawing forth both joy and wonder in the child (and in the adults who get to be a part of this good work!).
If you have any questions, feel free to speak with Fr. Gary or Cheryl Banks, who will continue to serve as our lead catechists this year. More details will go out via e-mail to parents next week.
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Saint Andrew’s Book Club | September 7 | 1 PM
Saint Andrew’s Book Club will meet on September 7 in the Parish Hall following coffee hour. This month’s book for discussion is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. If you would like to learn more about the club, please plan to join the discussion. Alternatively, feel free to speak to or email Annette Geraghty annv51@yahoo.com.
| | ECW Fall Kickoff | Tuesday, September 9 | 6 to 8 PM | | ECW (Episcopal Church Women) will return to regular monthly meetings on Tuesday, September 9, in the Parish Hall from 6-8 PM. Join us the second Tuesday of each month for this time of fellowship, learning and service. | |
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West End Neighborhood Association Meeting Moved
Monday, September 15 | 6:15 PM
Due to the Labor Day Holiday, the West End Neighborhood Association has moved their monthly meeting to Monday, September 15th, from 6:15- 7:45 PM.
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Newcomers Gathering at the Rector's House
Sunday, September 21 | 5-7 PM
All newcomers, both recent visitors and new members, are invited to a casual get together with the vestry, Father Gary, and leaders of various church ministries, on the evening of Sunday, September 21, at the Eichelbergers’ house. RSVP to office@standrewsgreenville.org or online.
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September Youth Gathering | Large Episcopal Area Fellowship | Sunday, September 29 | 5-7 PM
Grace Episcopal Church, Anderson
For our September Youth Gathering, we will join up with other Episcopal youth from across the Upstate for a time of fun, food, and fellowship. More details to come.
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Parish Office Update
With our new parish staff, we have adjusted the Parish Office hours going forward. The regular hours for the Parish Office will be Tuesday to Friday from 9 AM to 2 PM. The Parish Office will be generally closed on Mondays, which is also Fr. Gary’s weekly day off. As a reminder, our new Parish Administrator, Miranda Mason, manages the daily operations of the parish office. She manages finances, facility scheduling, parish records, and most items concerning daily parish operations. She can be reached at office@standrewsgreenville.org. Our new Director of Communications, Frances Twomey, is responsible all parish communications, including the weekly bulletin, The Call, our website, social media, and printed publications. Frances can be reached at info@standrewsgreenville.org.
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Coffee Hour
Volunteers Needed!
Please consider volunteering to assist with refreshments and set up for our coffee hour fellowship following the 10:30 AM Mass. A sign up sheet can be found on the “Welcome” bulletin board in the Parish Hall or online at the link below.
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UPDATED: Parking at Saint Andrew's
For detailed parking instructions, click here.
***PLEASE NOTE - West End Baptist Church, which owns the parking lot around Saint Andrew's, has reduced the parking lot area available on Sundays to the area closer to South Main Street--with the back part of the parking lot (against Rhett Street) no longer available. As a result, please enter the parking lot via South Main Street. The map linked below has been updated to reflect that change.***
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Note: You need a parking decal to park in the designated lots. They can be found on the shelf to the left of the doors as you exit the church.
| Sunday Altar Flower and Presence Candle Dedications | |
On Sundays, we have the opportunity to offer a special dedication of the altar flowers or presence candle in honor, memory, or celebration of loved ones. The cost to the church for altar flowers is now $100 per Sunday, so we are suggesting that donations for dedicating altar flowers be in the range of $50 to $100 to help us cover those costs. The suggested donation for a presence candle dedication is $10.
If you would like to sign up for a Sunday, please see the sign up sheet on the bulletin in the Parish Hall or click on the button below. You may place a check in the offering plate with "Altar Flowers" or "Presence Candle" noted in the memo.
We will continue to only have Altar Flowers if someone has signed up and paid for the arrangements. As a result, we will need to know by the Tuesday prior to the upcoming Sunday if you would like to sign up.
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Back to School Youth Bowling Party
Our elementary through high school age youth had a blast at our Back to School Bowling Party last Sunday. Thank you to Leigh and Phil for helping make the evening a success, and thank you to our youth for coming out to kick off the new year!
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Invitation to Submit Future Parishioner Postings ...
If you have news of important milestones or work that you would like to share with the parish, please let us know!
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News from the Wider Church
and from Our Ministry Partners
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Living the Reign | Your Diocesan Newsletter | Have you or do you currently serve as a faith community nurse, parish nurse, or mental or emotional support for a parish in our diocese? Whether that role was a paid staff position or a volunteer role, we want to hear from you! | | | |
Notes Along the Way | Unpossessed | When Ben (not his real name) came to tell me about it, he confessed that he had assaulted both another protester and a police officer and vandalized something I no longer recall. He had done it and was convinced he was right both about the issue and the violence, despite also knowing that he was against violence. | | | |
Fall Updates for Diocesan Youth & Young Adult Ministries | | | |
We are officially in Back to School season! Through our Cooking for Kids program, we're feeding hundreds of children every weekday by providing meals and snacks to community centers across the city. These aren't just bagged lunches - they're carefully crafted, scratch-made meals that meet USDA standards and introduce children to new, nutritious foods, often using ingredients from our own garden and greenhouse. | | | | From Centering Prayer and Parishioner Cynthia Fore ... | |
Centering Prayer Workshop | October 11, 2025 |
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Clemson
This fall, parishioner Cynthia Fore is presenting the "Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop" at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Clemson. Additional information and RSVP details can be found below.
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A Benefit for Soteria CDC | October 23, 2025
Soteria CDC has been advocating for economic and social justice for individuals and families impacted by the criminal justice system for 26 years. Through housing, education, employment, advocacy, and affirmation, Soteria provides support and opportunities for previously incarcerated individuals to thrive. On October 23rd, 2025, Soteria will host their annual fundraiser and celebration. The evening will feature storytelling, art, and music that unite the community in honoring the dignity of reentry, expressing gratitude for those who support their mission, and looking toward the work ahead.
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Choir | Rehearsal on Sundays at 9:30 AM
We are always seeking additional volunteers for the Saint Andrew’s choir, which currently gathers on Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM (and not on Wednesday evenings) to prepare the music for the 10:30 mass. This more limited time commitment provides an excellent opportunity for prospective new members to “try us out.” If you have questions, contact the Parish Office—or just show up on Sunday morning!
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Volunteers Needed
Feed Thy Neighbor
Founded in 2010, Feed Thy Neighbor is a cooperative effort of the Episcopal community in Greenville. Parish volunteers from Saint Andrew’s, St. Peter’s, St. James, and Christ Church feed the hungry each Saturday from 7:30 to 8:30 AM. We are seeking volunteers to help serve and clean up. Please contact the office if you would like to volunteer: office@standrewsgreenville.org.
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