WELCOME
Welcome to St Bride's Episcopal Church, an inclusive and welcoming Church within the Catholic tradition.
We are part of the Scottish Episcopal Church which traces its history back to the beginnings of Christianity in Scotland and is a member of the world-wide Anglican Communion - a family of some 70 million Christians in more than 160 countries - for whom the Archbishop of Canterbury is a focus for unity.
The Eucharist lies at the heart of our worship and a sung celebration using the Scottish Liturgy 1970 - a traditional language rite - forms our main Sunday act of worship. There is a full programme of weekly and monthly services, including a meditative Rosary and Votive Mass, a Healing Eucharist and anointing, and a Choral Evensong & Benediction. We offer and value the Sacrament of Confession.
All are welcome to come to our services and all baptised Christians are welcome to partake of Holy Communion.
We are always available for Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals and our Clergy and Pastoral Team are always willing to visit people at home or in hospital, to offer a listening ear, or, where appropriate, practical help and support. Pastoral Care is a very important part of our ministry and the Clergy of St Bride's are assisted in this work by a small team of dedicated Pastoral Assistants who visit people in their homes, and take Holy Communion to those who are unable to come to Church. The Pastoral Assistants also lead Evening Prayer at our regular weekly services.
St. Bride's began its life as a temporary 'tin' church on a nearby site in 1891. Work on the present building began in 1903. Since then, the work of the congregation has grown and developed along with the building.
Today, there are many opportunities at St. Bride's to worship, to sing, to pray, to study in groups, to discover what it means to be a disciple of Christ serving God in the world. Come and join us - you will be made very welcome!
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WEEKLY PEW SHEETS
Weekly Pew Sheets are produced for the Sunday Eucharist. The current pew sheet (29th August 2010) is available, with an archive of previous sheets.
THE OYSTERCATCHER
The monthly church magazine is called The Oystercatcher. The current issue (August 2010) is available, with an archive of past issues.
ATTENTION CHORISTERS!
Motets by Tallis, Masses by Byrd, Canticles by Darke, Anthems by MacMillan ~ all part of a normal Sunday ...
We are one of the few churches left in Scotland which sings this music in its liturgical context every Sunday. Our robed choir, affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music, also sings prose psalms as part of the services and, to keep this tradition going, we're looking for new choir members, especially sopranos, who would like to join a small but dedicated group.
If you have a clear voice, are a reasonable sight-singer and would like to audition to become a part of this wonderful tradition, contact the organist and choirmaster, David Spottiswoode via stbridesglasgow@googlemail.com, or make yourself known after one of the Sunday services.
Scholarships up to the value of £500 per annum are available for singers with particular aptitude under the age of 21 years.
REGULAR ACTIVITIES
| Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Fridays (during school terms) | 9:30 - 11:30 am | The Glasgow West Church Nursery Contact Margo Robertson (0141 954 9695) |
| 2nd Thursday of each month | 2.30 pm onwards | St Bride's Women's Group Contact Jan Carlisle |
ST BRIDE'S AS CONCERT VENUE
Details page of capacity, instruments, facilities, cost, contacts etc
WHAT'S NEW
- Some interest has been shown in holding T'ai Chi classes here at St Bride's. Gail Sibbald is offering to hold six weekly sessions on a Monday afternoonfrom 2.00 to 3.00 p.m. starting on Monday 2 August. £5 per session. She is also willing to take fun classes for children and we can see if it is worth continuing with these into term time. Please sign up on the list at the back of the Church or contact Kathy Thomas for more details on 07761 384898 or d_m_thomas2000@yahoo.com
- The new Women's Group now meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, including over the Summer, at 2.30 pm in the Crypt. There is a varied programme of speakers and events. See the May Oystercatcher for details. All welcome.
- We are thinking of holding an auction of gifts and talents in the autumn to raise money for the Church. If there is something that you would be prepared to offer - such as an afternoon of gardening, a meal in a local restaurant, a musical recital, or a day out in the country, or any other idea ~ please see the Rector.
- We are hoping to produce another St Bride's Cookbook. Please pass your favourite recipes to the Rector!
- ARTS FESTIVAL at St Bride's ~ Throughout the weekend there will be an opportunity to view displays of Art works, Enamels, Sculpture, Embroidery, Flowers. Demonstrations and musical events will take place throughout. See Events page.
- A monthly online newsletter (Inspires Online) has been launched by the Scottish Episcopal Church. If you would like to sign up for this newsletter please go to http://www.inspires.org.uk/subscribe
- Fr James now volunteers regularly to lead the weekly Eucharist at the Glasgow University Chapel. The Scottish Episcopal (Anglican) quiet, said service, takes place on Thursdays at 1.10 pm.
- St Bride's participated in Doors Open Day on 19-20th September 2009 - this included a Display of Vestments. To our many visitors: thank you for coming, and we hope to see you again soon. Symbology of Vestments and Colours.
- From September 2009 we have been collecting for Starter Packs Glasgow (Charity number SC029961) which sources household goods, namely: crockery, cutlery, pots & pans, mugs & tumblers, duvets, pillows, bed linens and towels, which it then redistributes to homeless people taking up new tenancies. Elizabeth Briggs and Jan Carlisle co-ordinate our donations. For further info see Starter Packs Glasgow. Please see Elizabeth Briggs' article in the September 2009 Oystercatcher.
- Commencing on 1st September 2009, we instigated a morning Eucharist every Tuesday at 08:15 am (1982 liturgy).
- The monthly Rosary devotion was finalised in 2009, and takes place on the second Saturday of each month at 12 noon. This devotion commenced on 12th September 2009. The Rosary is followed by a Marian Eucharist (1982 liturgy). Information on the Catholic Rosaryand the Anglican Rosary.
- Our Rector, The Revd Canon James Milne, was made Honorary Canon by the Bishop of Brechin. The Installation of Canons took place in Dundee Cathedral at the Choral Evensong Service on Sunday 14th June 2009 at 6:00 pm. Some photographs of the Installation.
- The carved Stations of the Cross which hang in St Bride's have been photographed and used as a focal point for a meditation page that combines poetry and prayer.
The Bishop's Charge to Glasgow & Galloway ~ 2009
The Most Rev Dr Idris Jones, Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church delivers his 2009 Charge to the Diocese, prior to retiring at the end of July.
Upcoming Seasonal Events
(for upcoming Seasonal Services, please see Servicespage)
Scottish National Pilgrimage
Last year's annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, from 16-19 October 2009, was a great success and was enjoyed by all who attended. It was a long journey, but it was worth it. Here are a few photographs of The Shrine and The Holy House.
The 2010 Pilgrimage from Scotland will be from 24th to 27th September. Bookings are now being taken, and deposits must be received by 31st May. If interested, contact Revd McFarland.
For information please contact
The Revd Darren McFarland
e-mail : rector@paisley2.freeserve.co.uk