This was published in 2015, and changes may have happened since that time. Services have changed and now only take place on the third Sunday of each month. I don't know if carol services still take place, or services like Plough Sunday.
The Foundation Stone of St George's was laid on 29th September 1876 by Sir William Norcott, Lieutenant-Governor of Jersey. It is known that a Chapel dedicated, to St George used to stand in the grounds of Vinchelez de Bas Manor, less than a mile from the present Church.
The Chapel of St George was mentioned in 1156 and the two manors, Vinchelez de Haut and Vinchelez de Bas used to share St George's Chapel and were jointly responsible for its upkeep.
Over the next 20 years, gradual improvements were made to the interior:
The Pulpit is inscribed "To the glory of God and in memory of my mother, Henrietta Le Cornu of Vinchelez de Haut Manor, who died on 31st March 1915, given by her loving son, Charles".
Date of Publication of Prayer 1945
St George’s Church
The Parish Church of St Ouen with St George
Welcome to St George's Church
Welcome to this vignette that chronicles the history of St. George's Church. I have been the Rector of the Parish Church of St. Ouen with St. George since November 2010. I am now the 8th Rector to carry out this role since St. George's Mission Church was licenced by the then Bishop of Winchester as a Chapel of Ease in 1880, thereby becoming the daughter church of the Parish Church of St. Ouen.
Within these pages there are historical facts but also they contain details of people's lives that have been transformed by the love of God. Through the years, their resulting generosity and faithful service whether in terms of their time, talents or treasure has contributed significantly to the life of the people of God within the community. As you read on may you get a sense of their dedication and be inspired to seek God's direction for how you can serve within the church of God where you live.
Revd Ian Pallent
Rector of the Parish Church of St Ouen with St George, June 2015
The Parish Church of St Ouen with St George
Welcome to St George's Church
Welcome to this vignette that chronicles the history of St. George's Church. I have been the Rector of the Parish Church of St. Ouen with St. George since November 2010. I am now the 8th Rector to carry out this role since St. George's Mission Church was licenced by the then Bishop of Winchester as a Chapel of Ease in 1880, thereby becoming the daughter church of the Parish Church of St. Ouen.
Within these pages there are historical facts but also they contain details of people's lives that have been transformed by the love of God. Through the years, their resulting generosity and faithful service whether in terms of their time, talents or treasure has contributed significantly to the life of the people of God within the community. As you read on may you get a sense of their dedication and be inspired to seek God's direction for how you can serve within the church of God where you live.
Revd Ian Pallent
Rector of the Parish Church of St Ouen with St George, June 2015
St George's Church, St Ouen: History
The Foundation Stone of St George's was laid on 29th September 1876 by Sir William Norcott, Lieutenant-Governor of Jersey. It is known that a Chapel dedicated, to St George used to stand in the grounds of Vinchelez de Bas Manor, less than a mile from the present Church.
The Chapel of St George was mentioned in 1156 and the two manors, Vinchelez de Haut and Vinchelez de Bas used to share St George's Chapel and were jointly responsible for its upkeep.
St George's Chapel was destroyed during the Reformation but it is still possible to see the steps over the wall which were built to enable the Vinchelez de Haut household to attend chapel more easily.
The granite altar slab (all that was left of the chapel) with its five consecration crosses, lay for many years in the grounds of Vinchelez de Bas, but in 1914 it was restored and placed in the Chapel dedicated to St Anne at St Ouen's Manor.
St George's Church as it was until 1914
St George's Church was built by the people of this district under the leadership of a former Rector of St Ouen, Canon George Clement. It was built of granite quarried from Grosnez and much of it was transported by members of the Church in their farm carts.
St George's Church was built by the people of this district under the leadership of a former Rector of St Ouen, Canon George Clement. It was built of granite quarried from Grosnez and much of it was transported by members of the Church in their farm carts.
It was opened for public worship on 20th July 1880 by the Rt Revd Edward Browne, Bishop of Winchester. "for the convenience of the inhabitants residing at a distance from the Parish Church of St Ouen". In the days when most people walked to Church a 'Chapel of Ease' was not uncommon.
The St George's Mission Church as it was called, did not have the chancel, vestry or tower that we see today. These had been included in the original plans of Canon George Clement, but could not be built due to lack of resources. Due to the first world war, raw materials had become more expensive and the builder was forced to increase his bill.
They were in fact added between May 1914 and May 1918 and were dedicated by Bishop Talbot of Winchester on Monday 20th May 1918.
Before the chancel was added, there was no -pulpit; the minister preached from the lectern.
The rear of the Church on the south side served as the vestry and the choir sat in pews running cross-ways at the front of the Church. There would have been far fewer seats for the congregation.
The rear of the Church on the south side served as the vestry and the choir sat in pews running cross-ways at the front of the Church. There would have been far fewer seats for the congregation.
The Reredos comprised scriptural texts in French.
Over the next 20 years, gradual improvements were made to the interior:
The Pulpit is inscribed "To the glory of God and in memory of my mother, Henrietta Le Cornu of Vinchelez de Haut Manor, who died on 31st March 1915, given by her loving son, Charles".
The Lectern which is a winged angel carved in wood with the hands supporting the slanted top is inscribed "to the glory of God and in Loving Memory of John and Philip Clement — given by their children in 1925".
The East Window above the Holy Table has in the Central Section a portrayal of the Crucifixion of Christ; the left hand section points us to the incarnation of Jesus with a scene from Bethlehem and the right hand section to the Resurrection of Christ. It was given by Sophie C Clement in 1928 in memory of her father, Rector of St Ouen from 1860-1890.
The Pipe Organ was installed by James Ivimey of Southampton in 1925. It was reconditioned in 1993 and is still in use today.
The East Window above the Holy Table has in the Central Section a portrayal of the Crucifixion of Christ; the left hand section points us to the incarnation of Jesus with a scene from Bethlehem and the right hand section to the Resurrection of Christ. It was given by Sophie C Clement in 1928 in memory of her father, Rector of St Ouen from 1860-1890.
The Pipe Organ was installed by James Ivimey of Southampton in 1925. It was reconditioned in 1993 and is still in use today.
The Reredos was erected in 1928 and was provided by Mr Joseph Roberts who then lived at Vinchelez de Haut Manor. At the same time Mr Roberts arranged for coal fired central heating to be installed.
Electric Lighting was installed in the magnificent wooden roof to replace the suspended paraffin lamps in the nave and the pillar lamps in the chancel were added in 1937.
Electric Lighting was installed in the magnificent wooden roof to replace the suspended paraffin lamps in the nave and the pillar lamps in the chancel were added in 1937.
The Font was moved from the back of the Church to its present position by the pulpit in 1978.
A Wooden Portable Font was presented in memory of Harold Edwin Vibert, Churchwarden from 1957-1981.
A Wooden Portable Font was presented in memory of Harold Edwin Vibert, Churchwarden from 1957-1981.
The West Window was given by John Roberts, in 1985 in memory of his parents Joseph Henry Nicholson and Frances Eleanor. A small but beautiful portrayal of St George can be seen in the small topmost window.
The Windows in the centre of the south wall of the Church are in memory of Percy Lionel (1890-1956) and Hilda Alexander Le Masurier nee Le Boutillier (1889-1959). Their son, also named Percy (1923-2010), was a lifelong member of St Georges, serving as Almoner and Churchwarden. The windows are fine illustrations of the two texts inscribed "Behold a sower went forth to sow" and "Gather the wheat into my barn".
A memorial on the North Wall of the Chancel of the Parish Church records that Canon Clement died on 24th December 1890 aged 64, after serving the Parish for thirty years.
In 2000 the Church had a further refurbishment. Blue carpet was fitted and the pews were given padded seat covers. The East Wall was painted a brave shade of ecclesiastical purple to highlight the beautiful colours in the stained glass window and eight brass chandeliers and candle lamps in the choir stalls were added. A small amount of gold leaf was also applied to the Reredos. The existing lights were pivoted round to shine on the ceiling so that its craftsmanship could be better appreciated.
St George's Church Club was founded in 1913 as a 'Penny a Week Club' at the suggestion of Mr Le Cornu of Vinchelez de Haut Manor in an effort to raise the necessary funds to complete the building of the chancel.
"The object of the Club shall be to help maintain and equip St George's as an effective witness for the Gospel of Christ and as a power-house for Evangelism".
That Mission Statement is still as relevant today as when it was written nearly 100 years ago.
The St George's Church Club is still in existence and continues to raise funds to meet the running expenses and any improvement or renovation in connection with the Church building.
St George's Church has always aroused great loyalty in its members, many of them being members of the farming community from the surrounding area. It still maintains that tradition, with great importance being attached to Plough Sunday, Rogation and Harvest festivals.
The deep sills lend themselves to flower decorations and each window is allocated to a Church member whose responsibility it is to decorate them at Easter, Harvest and Christmas.
"The object of the Club shall be to help maintain and equip St George's as an effective witness for the Gospel of Christ and as a power-house for Evangelism".
That Mission Statement is still as relevant today as when it was written nearly 100 years ago.
The St George's Church Club is still in existence and continues to raise funds to meet the running expenses and any improvement or renovation in connection with the Church building.
St George's Church has always aroused great loyalty in its members, many of them being members of the farming community from the surrounding area. It still maintains that tradition, with great importance being attached to Plough Sunday, Rogation and Harvest festivals.
The deep sills lend themselves to flower decorations and each window is allocated to a Church member whose responsibility it is to decorate them at Easter, Harvest and Christmas.
For the last 15 years, St George's has held a fully candlelit Carol Service with up to 40 in the choir and 4 times that number in the congregation.
St George's has close ties with Les Landes School and is able to use it for their monthly Sunday School, annual barbecue and refreshments after special services.
Many people will agree that the church has a lovely atmosphere and with its natural acoustics, it lends itself to concerts and special services. People who come from the other side of the Island to enjoy such events often express surprise at this hidden gem of a Chapel which is the most westerly place of worship in the Island.
This section is out of date: [Services are held weekly at 11.15am every Sunday with Holy Communion on the 1st Sunday and a Family Service with lively music on the 4th Sunday in the month.]
Many people will agree that the church has a lovely atmosphere and with its natural acoustics, it lends itself to concerts and special services. People who come from the other side of the Island to enjoy such events often express surprise at this hidden gem of a Chapel which is the most westerly place of worship in the Island.
This section is out of date: [Services are held weekly at 11.15am every Sunday with Holy Communion on the 1st Sunday and a Family Service with lively music on the 4th Sunday in the month.]
The position today: Services are now only held on the Third Sunday of each month.
Prayer for the Church of St George
O Lord Jesus Christ
who hast promised that where two or three
are gathered together in Thy name,
they may have the glad experience
of Thy presence.
Grant to this Church,
little children may love to come;
here may young men and women
receive strength for the battle of fife;
here may the poor and needy find friends,
the tempted a Saviour,
the sorrowing comfort,
the troubled peace.
May the downcast learn
to be of good courage,
and the bereaved be cheered
by an immortal hope.
May the burden. of sin be lifted
and all hearts be assured of Thy goodness,
and here may aged folk
have light at eventide.
O Lord Jesus Christ
who hast promised that where two or three
are gathered together in Thy name,
they may have the glad experience
of Thy presence.
Grant to this Church,
little children may love to come;
here may young men and women
receive strength for the battle of fife;
here may the poor and needy find friends,
the tempted a Saviour,
the sorrowing comfort,
the troubled peace.
May the downcast learn
to be of good courage,
and the bereaved be cheered
by an immortal hope.
May the burden. of sin be lifted
and all hearts be assured of Thy goodness,
and here may aged folk
have light at eventide.
This we ask for
Thy Name's sake.
Amen
Thy Name's sake.
Amen
Date of Publication of Prayer 1945
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