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VESTRY & DIOCESAN DELEGATE NOMINATIONS
Nominations are open until the end of today!
Do you know a fellow parishioner who would be an excellent candidate to serve on the Vestry or as a Delegate to the annual Diocesan Convention? If so, learn more about what it means to serve in these roles, find out what the candidates’ requirements are, and gain an understanding of the nomination process.
STANDING COMMITTEE
NOMINATIONS OF THE VESTRY
Nominations are open until September 15.
In addition to the nominations for Vestry and Delegate to Diocesan Convention, we are also accepting suggestions for our 17 Standing Committees of the Vestry. To learn more about Standing Committees, visit saintmichael.org/standingcommittees. To make a nomination for a Standing Committee, please scan the QR code to the right.
Adults
saintmichael.org/adults
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso, agrosso@saintmichael.org Dr. Tim Smith, tsmith@saintmichael.org
THE PROMISED LAND:
LIVING FOR GOD WHERE CULTURE IS
INFLUENCED
Thursdays, Now – September 5
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 6 – 7 p.m.
Explore the gift of the Promised Land to Israel and the impact it had on its people. By looking at the place where God put the Jewish people, we will discover a profound relevance of the land to understanding the biblical text and the calling of Israel. Email Tim Smith to register.
EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY
Tuesdays, beginning September 17
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a program for adults seeking more depth for their faithfulness. EfM is a nine-month life-changing course that integrates worship, community life, study of the Bible and Christian tradition, and experience in order to nourish spiritual growth. $350 tuition per year. Partial scholarships are available. For questions and enrollment, contact Dr. Elizabeth Lang at langelizabeth66@gmail.com.
Young Adults
saintmichael.org/youngadults
Rob Springer-Kyle, rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org
VOLUNTEER AT THE FARMER’S MARKET
BIG SHIFT
Every day we are making significant progress on Saint Michael’s unprecedented Building our Future construction project. We are about to embark on the last stretch of Phase 1, and it’s important that you know what to expect, so together, we can continue in community worship and have fellowship with one another.
Visit saintmichael.org/construction-impact or click the QR code to find out what you need to know.
saintmichael.org/ construction-impact
Young adults are invited to serve at the Saint Michael’s Farmers Market welcome tent and greet shoppers on Saturday mornings. There are two time slots each Saturday, so sign up online, bring a friendly smile, and we’ll provide the rest. This is a great way to serve our community.
Youth
saintmichael.org/youth
Sam Moore, smoore@saintmichael.org
YOUTH CONFIRMATION
Sundays, 2024-25 School Year
Beginning September 13
Eighth grade students are invited and encouraged to deepen their commitment to their faith in preparation for confirmation in the fall of 2025. The class focuses on the teachings and traditions of the Episcopal Church, biblical literacy, and faith practices.
Children & Families
saintmichael.org/cfm
Meghan Houk, mhouk@saintmichael.org
BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSINGS & BUBBLES
August 25 | 10 – 11 a.m.
Join us for a back-to-school blessing for our students and teachers during church and then join us for bubble bash fun outside!
Pastoral Care
saintmichael.org/pastoralcare
The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org
CARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Led by Gayl Braymer, gaylbraymer@gmail.com
Mondays, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Mission & Outreach
saintmichael.org/outreach
The Rev. Robin Hinkle, rhinkle@saintmichael.org
SAINT MICHAEL FOOD BANK SUPER TEAM
Help our food bank partners with distributions to assist families living on the edge of economic security. Scan the QR code or contact Morgan Milan at mmilan@saintmichael.org to join.
AUSTIN STREET COOKS AND SERVES
Cooking Team Dates: 9/3, 10/1, 11/5, 12/3
4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Westminster Presbyterian Church | 8200 Devonshire
Serving Team Dates: 9/4, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4
5 – 7 p.m. | Austin Street Center
JUBILEE PARK BOOK BUDDIES
September 16 – Christmas break
Join as a tutor this fall for its brand-new reading support program, Book Buddies, focused on providing additional reading instruction to students. Volunteers will spend 30 minutes once a week reading with their Book Buddy. Learn more about the program and sign up online.
CALL FOR TUTORS: FOSTER ELEMENTARY
Beginning September 22 | 3700 Clover Lane
As a tutor, you will support students in Reading, Math, and/or English (with a focus on conversational English; dual language tutors are needed). Scheduling is flexible throughout the school day; however, we ask volunteers to commit to a time slot one day a week as you will be assigned specific students. Sign up online.
