FOR THE LOVE OF MIKE Volume 62 Number 7
SUMMER 2012
The Episcopal Church of Saint Michael Pacific View Drive at Marguerite
Corona del Mar
California 92625
“Give me a candle of the Spirit, O God, as I go down into the deep of my own being. Show me the hidden things...” -- Bishop George Appleton
PEGGY MONTGOMERY WRITES: Have you wondered what the patch of dirt by the North Wing will hold? (See above.) It will become a labyrinth, modeled on a very ancient seven spiral design for meditative walking. Not to be confused with a maze, a labyrinth is "unicursal", a single entrance to a single path that leads to the center, no dead ends, no tricks. For 5000 years labyrinths have been an important part of many cultures and faiths. Mosaics from Pompeii show labyrinths; fishermen long ago walked the labyrinth before going to sea to shed evil spirits that might sink their boat. Walking the labyrinth is a journey of spiritual reflection where there is healing for anxieties and grief, where joys and gratefulness may be experienced.We intend it as a community resource. When it’s finished, invite your friends. Editor’s note: To Lynn Headley and Mike Ortt, "Thank you" for starting us on our way! And thank you to Peggy Montgomery, who first envisioned a labyrinth at Saint Michael's many years ago." (see more photos inside) A PRAYER FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY Dear Lord, There is no greater feeling of liberation than to experience this freedom from sin and death that you have provided for me through Jesus Christ. Today my heart and my soul are free to praise you. For this I am very thankful. On this Independence Day, I am reminded of all those who have sacrificed for my freedom, following the example of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Let me not take my freedom, both physical and spiritual, for granted. May I always remember that my freedom was purchased with a very high price. My freedom cost others their very lives. Lord, today, bless those who have served and continue to give their lives for my freedom. With favor and bounty meet their needs and watch over their families. Help me to live my life in a way that glorifies you, Lord. Give me the strength to be a blessing in someone’s life today, and grant me the opportunity to lead others into the freedom that can be found in knowing Christ. Amen. From St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Raleigh, NC
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www.stmikescdm.org
PARISH NEWS AND NOTES TO CELEBRATE THE START OF THE SUNDAY SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE ON JULY 1ST, WE WILL BE SERVING BREAKFAST FOLLOWING THE (ONE) 9AM WORSHIP SERVICE. The All American Breakfast Buffet will offer all your favorite breakfast treats: there will be a waffle bar, an egg bar, French toast, potatoes, fruit, Mimosas, Bloody Mary's, and lots of other wonderful treats. Entertainment, too! Tickets $20.00 presale, $25.00 at the door. Children under 12 eat free.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL FOUR Fridays, 5:30 - 7:45 PM July 13, 20, 27, & August 3. Ages 3-12. For more information, contact Susan Caldwell 949.644.0463, ext. 12.
PLEASE REMEMBER . . . Saint Michael & All Angels has a Parish Emergency Fund funded by parishioners and available to parishioners facing financial emergencies and needing economic assistance. Requests should be directed to our rector or Junior Warden, Paul Multari, or any member of our Vestry. Currently there is $5000 in this Fund. At one time there was more than $20,000 in the Parish Emergency Fund; so, if you are able to contribute, all gifts are welcome! (More News and Notes on pages 2,6)
BUILDING OUR F AITH: L OVING CHRIST AND SER VING OUR COMMUNITY FAITH: LO SERVING