The Archangel April 2015 by Saint Michael and All Angels

the The Newsletter for Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church

April 2015

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Do You Have An Adult Faith?

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Liturgy of the Nails

Maundy Thursday

Good Friday

Holy Saturday Great Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday

When you’ve paid your money and have important arrangements riding on, say, a hotel reservation or an expensive airline flight, it’s prudent or required to confirm. To confirm. What could be simpler or clearer than to make sure what you’re doing, or saying, or buying, or believing? Since the 1971 declaration by our House of Bishops, Holy Baptism -- nothing more, nothing less -- has meant full inclusion in the Christian community. “Confirmation,” the bishops said, “should not be regarded as a procedure to add any admission to the sacraments or indicate any extra intention of belonging.” With that, and with every increasing visibility since then, the youngest children have been receiving communion and they are considered a full part of the church. And Confirmation has become, as you can read on page 412 in the Prayer Book, “a mature public affirmation of ... faith and commitment.”

Easter Monday Church Offices Closed

What is one affirming when one is confirmed? What is one doing, and what is the Bishop doing?

Bishop Visitation and Confirmation

First, the person being confirmed is saying “yes (again) to Christ.” What does that mean? It is intended as the mature, public affirmation of an animating power and motive, which is alive in the world and is known to us, mind and heart, in One who lived years ago but who leaps from scripture, from the sacraments, from life in community into

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Rector Announces Retirement Plan In a letter, March 18, the Rector Bob Dannals announced his pending retirement at the end of September. Following is his letter to the Parish Dear People of Saint Michael and All Angels, I am writing to let you know of my intention to retire this fall as Rector of Saint Michael and All Angels. I do so with mixed emotions because these eight years with you have been robust, full of many wonderful aspects of mission and ministry. As I consider this news with you, my primary emotion is one of profound gratitude! cont. on page 4

Holy Week at Saint Michael Wednesday, April 1

Good Friday, April 3

7:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. Good Friday Liturgy Bishop Moore Chapel 11:00 a.m. Choral Stations of the Cross Church 12:00 Good Friday Liturgy Church 1:00 p.m. Family Good Friday Workshop Theater

Eucharist Bishop Moore Chapel Healing Service Bishop Moore Chapel Liturgy of the Nails Saint Michael Chapel

This moving Liturgy grew from St. Michael’s Cathedral in Coventry, England which was destroyed in World War II. The Cross of Nails was formed by three medieval nails from the bombed cathedral and has become internationally recognized as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. Saint Michael and All Angels is a member of the Community of the The Cross of Nails.

Maundy Thursday, April 2 7:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

Eucharist Bishop Moore Chapel Family Maundy Thursday Service Theater Maundy Thursday Service Church

Talking about the death of Jesus can be challenging for children. Join us as a family as we walk through the Holy Week story through storytelling, music, artistic expressions, interactive prayer and more. 5:30 p.m.

Family Good Friday Liturgy

Theater

6:00 p.m.

Choral Good Friday Liturgy

Church

Two important events are the focus of Maundy Thursday. First, Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with the disciples; second, Jesus washed the disciples’ feet an an act of humility and service. We observe these two events at our worship service; the washing of feet following Christ’s example that we should love and serve one another; and celebrating the Lord’s Supper which was instituted that night. At the conclusion of the service the Church Altar is stripped and prepared for Good Friday. 9:00 p.m.

Night Watch

Bishop Moore Chapel

We hold an overnight prayer vigil in the Bishop Moore Chapel following the Maundy Thursday worship service. You are invited to join in waiting and watching with Jesus as he went to the garden to pray. The vigil lasts until 6:00 a.m. Good Friday. Security is provided.

Holy Week and Easter at Saint Michael Holy Saturday, April 4

Easter Sunday, April 5

8:30 a.m. Holy Saturday Liturgy Bishop Moore Chapel 4:00 p.m. Baptism Church 5:30 p.m. Candlelight Vigil Saint Michael Chapel 8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Church (with incense)

6:00 a.m. Sunrise Service ~ Garden Cloister 7:30 a.m. Eucharist Rite I ~ Saint Michael Chapel 9:00 a.m. Eucharist Rite II ~ Church with Incense 9:00 a.m. Discovery Mass ~ Saint Michael Chapel 9:00 a.m. Joy Mass ~ Parish Hall 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Rite I ~ Church with Incense 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Rite II ~ Saint Michael Chapel 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Celebration ~ Theater 5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer & Eucharist Saint Michael Chapel

The Easter Vigil is the Church’s first official celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus. It is the most important service of public worship and Masses of the liturgical year, marked by the first use since the beginning of Lent of the exclamatory “Alleluia.”

Easter Giving Goes to Alleviate Hunger The offerings at Easter worship services will go to: Dallas: Meals on Wheels United States: National Hunger Program* International: Haiti Food Program*

*Administered by Episcopal Relief and Development

Give Generously

Easter Flowers Delivery - Pastoral Care Ministries Members of the Pastoral Care Ministries will again deliver flowers from our Easter Day worship services to our homebound parishioners. If you and your family can participate in this joyful activity, contact Katherine Bowen at kbowen@saintmichael.org.

Palm Sunday

Photos by John Glass 4

Palm Sunday Rector Transition

Photos by John Glass

Bob Dannals to Retire cont. on page 1 I’m thankful to God and you for making our life together so much more than just institutional church. You have been community (can I say, several communities) for us -- you have befriended Valerie, Mary Blair and me. You have challenged me to offer my best, and with me you have sought to exercise the incredible resources of this place for God’s goodness, grace and love, especially in the areas of outreach, preschool, worship, pastoral care, parish life, formation, operations, and campus planning. Like healthy families, you have been there to rejoice in the good times and to grieve in the sad times. Very often you have shown us, as a living sacrament, what fellowship in Christ is all about. We have worshipped and rejoiced together, we have laughed and wept, risked and grown, and we have sought to be faithful to our calling, especially finding equilibrium in the years following the General Convention of 2003, the financial downturn of 2008-2011, and representing and promoting a healthy range of diversity within the Diocese of Dallas and beyond. I am increasingly aware of what an extraordinary privilege it is to lead this wonderful parish and, at the same time, how important it is for the congregation to have new and fresh and younger leadership as it moves into the next phase of its life and mission. I am pleased and proud of the many things we have accomplished together (we can recount them during the coming months), but I can see on the horizon many new opportunities and challenges that will require a refined strategic, building, and growth plan, and a capital drive, between now and 2020. This is the right time for me to retire -- to pursue what many now call the “third chapter” of vocational life. In May, I begin my 35th year of ordained parish ministry, serving 25 of those years as the rector of very large congregations. Also this year I will turn 60 and Valerie and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. While I have loved every minute (almost) of being a large-church parish priest, and being your

rector, this vocation has left little time for pursuit of other interests. I am blessed with good health, a vigorous spirit, and high energy, but I also realize that none of us knows how long we have on this earth. I will continue to serve in and for the church in a variety of capacities, but my days of permanent, full-time leadership of large congregations has come to an end. Valerie and I also have aging parents, and our places of service have kept us away from them physically. We want to bridge that gap. My last Sunday at Saint Michael and All Angels will be September 27, 2015, our patron feast day, the same day that I began as your rector in 2007. It’s also the same day this year when we celebrate this parish’s 70th anniversary. It will be special to celebrate our life and ministries together on that day. We have much to accomplish in these last six months. It is too early to begin saying farewell. I pledge my full support to the Wardens, the Vestry and the Bishop in making the transition seamless. Please know how much I appreciate these years. I give thanks to God and to so many of you for your friendship and for your dedicated faithfulness. I will always be grateful for the community of Saint Michael and All Angels, one of the largest, strongest and most vigorous parishes in the country, and I have been honored to serve as your Rector. I look forward to watching this remarkable parish go from strength to strength during the coming years. Valerie joins me in thanking you for your great love and support. Best to you, always, in Jesus Christ our Lord,

The Rev. Dr. Robert S. Dannals Rector

Rector Transition Vestry Initiates Rector Search A Message from the Wardens When Bob announced his decision to retire, our first reaction was gratitude for his and Valerie’s presence with us for these eight years. We will celebrate their contributions during the coming months, and as with our previous Rectors, we will come to recognize Bob’s legacy more fully in future years. A significant gift he and Valerie are giving us now is the opportunity for a smooth leadership transition. The next big step in the transition is our conversation as a congregation. We want to discuss who we are, what our gifts and aspirations are and what opportunities abound for our church to serve God’s kingdom over the next 25 years. This discussion will help us clarify what we seek in our next Rector, and Matt Waller, Sr. Warden prepare us for deep dialogues with the candidates we eventually identify. Beginning almost immediately, we will hold numerous small group discussions throughout the parish, imagining our future and what we seek in the next Rector. We also will conduct a parish-wide survey. The Vestry will go on a retreat in a few weeks with The Rt. Rev. Claude Payne, retired Bishop of the Diocese of Texas. He has coached many churches on understanding and pursuing their mission, rather than just maintaining the status quo, and has been a leader in developing highly effective young clergy. After the whole congregation has had the opportunity to participate in the discussions and survey, we will search throughout The Episcopal Church for persons who might match what we seek in our next Rector. As a practical matter, a small committee must represent all of us to identify candidates, and build relationships with Kathy Jenevein, Jr. Warden them, leading into thoughtful dialogues with a few. Ultimately the committee will recommend to the Vestry that it call one of those candidates to be our Rector.

The committee and the Vestry will listen for what God calls us to do on behalf of the parish, and the candidate will listen for God’s call that he or she join us as Rector. The Vestry has begun the process of forming the committee of a dozen or so parishioners who will represent the congregation in the search. It has appointed former senior wardens Diana Newton and Van Sheets to lead the committee, and is working with them on forming the rest of the committee. We are grateful that already well over 100 wonderful parishioners have been proposed as possible members of the committee, and many others have volunteered to participate in the transition, from now through our next Rector’s first year. We cannot predict how long it will be until our new Rector starts with us. We do commit that the transition process will be prayerful and energetic. We are fortunate that Bob will continue as our Rector until September 27, which provides ample time to plan an interim period if we need one. We will regularly communicate the progress of the transition process. Any time you have a question or an idea regarding the transition, including the search process, please feel free to email Rector.Transition@SaintMichael.org or leave a message with the church receptionist. Today we feel gratitude and excitement. God has blessed us as parishioners in this remarkable church, and will guide us to live up to our potential through the coming decades.

Matt Waller, Sr. Warden

Kathy Jenevein, Jr. Warden

Diana Newton and Van Sheets, Chairs of the Rector Search Committee

Women of Saint Michael Women of Saint Michael Spring Luncheon May 12

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The Annual Spring Luncheon culminating the year of the Women of Saint Michael will be Tuesday, May 12. At the luncheon the women will announce the charities that will receive grants from the Women of Saint Michael, and review results from February’s Parish Party, get a report on the St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange and its new store in the Highland Park Village, and install the group’s 2015 – 2016 officers led by its new president, Margaret Cervin. Dr. Sheron Patterson, a nationally recognized speaker, author, and relationship expert, will be the keynote speaker. Dr. Patterson has been featured on CNN and the BET television networks, and in publications ranging from Ebony to Essence. She has served on the Boards of SMU and the Methodist Health System. She currently serves as Communications Officer for the North Texas Region of the United Methodist Church. A $100 Patron Ticket, which includes a private reception and special recognition at the luncheon is available. The cost of the luncheon is included for Season Subscribers. Regular tickets are $35. Reservations can be made with Ashli Clements at ashlitappclements@gmail.com, or online beginning April 12 at www.saintmichael.org/springluncheon.

Shop for Easter Gifts and Mother’s Day Gifts at Xela Aroma! Between now and June 1—receive a 20% discount off your purchase of Xela Aroma products AND 20% of proceeds will be donated to the Women of Saint Michael for its outreach ministries. Please use code WOSM to insure donations can be attributed to the Women of Saint Michael. ..............

United Thank Offering – Thanksgiving for Our Many Blessings Be sure to get one of the United Thank Offering boxes, and each day drop in a coin in thanksgiving for our many blessings. They will presented at worship services on April 19. United Thank Offering, sponsored by the Women of Saint Michael, supports missions and ministries of the Episcopal Church in the United States and throughout the Anglican Communion. Please give thoughtfully and generously.

Annual Parish Meeting Overview Saint Michael’s Farmers Market Opens Saturday April 11

Farmers Market to Collect for Area Charities

The Saint Michael’s Farmers Market will open Saturday April 11 in the north parking lot for its fourth season. There will be many new vendors as well as some that have been with the market from the beginning. See a complete list of vendors are available on the Farmers Market website, www.saintmichaelsmarket.com.

The Saint Michael’s Farmers Market tradition of collecting items for area charities in addition to selling fresh farmgrown/made products continues with the inclusion of four non-profit groups helping the disadvantaged. Following are the organizations the market will support and the supplies they need:

New this year, Crossfit Odyssey, a unique fitness concept in Preston Center, will offer free workouts for all ages at the Preschool playground on Saturdays at 8:30.

The Shoe Bank: children’s shoes, athletic shoes, men’s dress shoes

Become a member of the Friends of the Farmers Market or volunteer as part of the Saturday morning market team. Contact Meg Carstens at meg.carstens@gmail.com.

Rainbow Days: Children’s backpacks, healthy snacks, and the following educational supplies: children’s scissors, construction paper, crayons, glue sticks, markers, pencils, plastic baggies. Austin Street Shelter: ground coffee, bulk sugar, canisters of creamer, granola bars, laundry detergent, 60 gallon heavy-duty plastic bags, men’s gently used blue jeans, new socks, flip flops. Brother Bill’s Helping Hand: peanut butter and jelly jars as well as hygiene items: toilet paper, bars of soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste

Resurrection Stories Examined in Adult Bible Study on Sundays As appropriate in the Easter season, the Adult Bible Study will begin examining and discussing various resurrection stories that have emerged over the centuries. The Rev. Oliver Butler, Interim Associate, will lead the class which meets in the Coke Activities Room. The series begins Sunday, April 12, with “Woman, Why are You Weeping?” It continues with: April 19, “On the Road Again – Jesus on the Road to Emmaus” April 26, “Jesus and the Disciples – The Faith Sandwich of Belief and Doubt” May 3, “On the Mountain Top – Jesus, the Discipleship, and What Happens Next” May 10, “Fishing at the Beach and a BBQ” May 17, “Jesus has Left the Building – Acts and Corinthians” 9

Overview Acolyte Training Planned in April

PT Cruisers Visit Perot Museum

Saint Michael and All Angels is recognized throughout the Episcopal Church as having one of the best acolyte programs. Consider becoming a part of this world-class group. It will enhance the worship experience for the parish and for you. Acolyte training will be held from 9:00 – 10:30 in the church on Saturdays April 11 and April 25. Questions? Contact Tony at tonybriggle@sbcglobal.net.

In March the PT Cruisers ventured to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science to watch the 3-D movie, Deep Sea Challenge, produced by underwater explorer James Cameron. On the way the Cruisers stopped in at the nearby El Fenix for lunch.

PT Cruisers to view the Nasher Sculpture Center Enjoy the spring weather as we stroll outside and inside the Nasher to view the sculptures. The bus leaves the church at 9:30 on Thursday, April 16th. Cost of the tour is $10 plus lunch “on your own” at Sammy’s BBQ. Make your reservation by calling Mary Davis at 214-363-7761. Deadline for reservations is Sunday, April 12.

Photos taken by Pat Flautt

For Your Information A Happy End to Our Search — A Message from the Rector I am very pleased to tell you that The Rev. C. Hunter Ruffin will join the clergy team of Saint Michael and All Angels in June as the new Associate for Mission and Outreach. A native of Mississippi and a cradle Episcopalian, Hunter grew up going to church with his parents who were very active in their local Church and in the Diocese. Along the way, Hunter followed their example and took an active role as an acolyte, in youth ministry activities -- including mission trips -- and continued that involvement in college. Hunter earned a B.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2004 and an M.B.A. from Florida Atlantic University in 2010. He worked for seven years as a Regional Director for the American Red Cross, first in the Delta of Mississippi and then in Southeast Florida. His work in relief after Hurricane Katrina in lower Mississippi and various crises in south Florida earned him both valuable experience and accolades from his superiors and peers. During his years in South Florida, Hunter became active at All Saints’ Church, Ft. Lauderdale and the Diocese of Southeast Florida. An outstanding and gifted organizer in outreach and social justice, a noted preacher and teacher, a caring pastor, coupled with a gregarious personality, sense of humor, natural brilliance, and a love for all people, Hunter brings the exact right combination of skill sets and personality make-up for this ministry post. Hunter is completing his Master of Divinity degree at Seminary of the Southwest in Austin and will graduate in early May. He was ordained a Deacon in Southeast Florida in the fall of 2014, and is scheduled to be ordained a priest this summer. We hope that ordination will be held at Saint Michael and All Angels. Single and 33, Hunter looks forward to connecting with people of all ages, especially engaging younger adults in taking an active role in outreach, and thereby connecting with our parish and its worship life.

I look forward to introducing Hunter to the parish after his start date of June 8. This comes with prayers and great anticipation.

Bob Dannals, Rector ..............

Diocesan Bishop Candidates Coming to Saint Michael April 23 The four candidates for Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas will be as Saint Michael and All Angels on Thursday, April 23 as part of the “walkabout” process of meeting people throughout the diocese. Saint Michael’s Tony Briggle, Chairman of the Transition Committee, said the meetings are a “time when the candidates visit to learn more about the diocese and so the members of the diocese can learn more about them.” The Saint Michael “walkabout” will be from 5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and will include an informal time to meet the candidates. There will be three breakout sessions at which the candidates will address issues and answer questions. Anyone is invited to participate. The sessions at Saint Michael will be broadcast live on the Diocesan’s website: www.edod.org. Three other “walkabout” meetings will be held; one in Frisco at St. Phillips Church on April 20, and a second at St. Dunstan’s in Mineola in the morning of April 22, and another at St. James on the Lake in Kemp in the afternoon. The candidates for Bishop include: The Rev. Mike Michie, Rector of St. Andrews, McKinney The Rev. David Reed, Rector of St. Luke’s, San Antonio The Rev. Leigh Spruill, Rector of St. George’s, Nashville,Tennessee The Rev. Canon George Sumner, Principal, Wycliffe College, Toronto, Canada 11

Annual Parish Meeting Stewardship There Are Many Ways To Fulfill Your Passions And Make Your Gifts Count. Jim Spellings’ mother, Martha, had a tradition of supporting seminary students when Jim was growing up in East Texas. When Jim moved to Dallas, he and his wife Darlene continued to make donations to seminaries in the South and Southwest. Jim was an active member of Saint Michael for over 50 years, and Saint Michael continues to be an important place of community and worship to Darlene and her family. After Jim’s death in March 2013, Darlene wanted to create a memorial that would honor the special role that Saint Michael played in Jim’s life. Darlene, her son Jaime, her daughter Tracy and their families established the James M. Spellings Theological Education Endowment Fund of the Saint Michael and All Angels Foundation. The Fund will provide financial assistance to individuals who attend seminary or seek post-graduate theological education, such as a Masters in Divinity. First preference will be given to members of Saint Michael, although the Fund may be used to assist non-parishioners. Parishioners may donate to this Fund to provide assistance to the next generation of church leaders and to honor Jim’s legacy. And, if you are interested in contributing to the Saint Michael Foundation and any of the designated funds, or putting Saint Michael in your will, please contact Mary Kardell, mkardell@saintmichael.org. The All Angels Society was established by The Foundation for parishioners who have remembered Saint Michael & All Angels Church in their estate plans. 12

Stewardship is a Year Round Commitment Your pledge has a direct impact on Saint Michael’s ministries. The impact can be found on Sunday mornings in Catechesis, the Bridge (3rd), the Edge (4th-5th), where children explore their faith through story, play, and wonder. It is felt in a smile that greets a mentor from her O. M. Roberts student. It is in the midst of us when we gather with the broader faith community as we serve and feed one another during the Austin Street Cooking Program.

Did you know?

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you. Deuteronomy 16:17

Because over 1,275 families pledged, …. more mission is made possible 100% Saint Michael Preschool/Mothers’ Day Out families pledged … more mission is possible

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you.

100% increase in number of children pledging, many for the first time ever! Deuteronomy 16:17

You can become a part of Saint Michael’s dynamic Stewardship Team. Join the 2016 Stewardship Committee. Contact Mary Kardell at mkardell@saintmichael.org.

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Every to Deuteronomy 16:17 the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you. Deuteronomy 16:17

Symposium Coming to Saint Michael Faith-Based Groups Join to Expose Human Trafficking in Dallas April 18 Symposium Sponsored by Saint Michael Keynoted by Archbishop Sir David Moxon of Global Freedom Network Dallas area community leaders and several faith-based groups are joining in an effort to expose the issue of human trafficking in Dallas and seek solutions to the growing problem. The coalition led by the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas, the American Friends of the Anglican Centre – Rome, and The Dallas Morning News will sponsor a symposium, #StopSlaveryDallas on Saturday, April 18 at Saint Michael and All Angels Church. In Dallas, modern slavery is much broader than sexual exploitation. It includes construction workers, people working in nursing homes, domestic servants, and a variety of areas of employment. Worldwide more than 35 million people are forced to live in slavery.

On March 17 last year, the Global Freedom Network to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking by 2020 was inaugurated at the Vatican in Rome. Committed to the dignity and freedom that is the birthright of all humankind, Catholic, Anglican, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, and Orthodox leaders signed a Joint Declaration of Religious Leaders Against Modern Slavery. Archbishop Sir David Moxon, a member of the Global Freedom Network executive committee, and Director of the Anglican Centre – Rome and the Archbishop of Canterbury’s representative to the Holy See, will keynote the symposium with an Archbishop David Moxon overview of international initiatives to halt modern slavery. Local anti-trafficking programs will be addressed at the session by: •

The North Texas Anti-Human Trafficking Team

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Recognizing the Signs of Human Trafficking – Mosaic Family Services

“Given its international border, robust economy, cultural diversity, • The Face of Human Trafficking – A Survivor’s Account and major interstate highways • State and Federal Trafficking Legislation and airports, Dallas andCustomer Texas Proof DMN AP24 • New Friends New Life have become a center for AdId: human 1407071-01 Section: DN Metro Full CustName: DALLAS MORNING NEWS - PROJECTS HA - CARL LONG PubDate: 03-29-2015 trafficking, and we must takeSalesRep: action 999997 Inactive Accounts Language: English There will be a rally, #StopDallasSlavery, by anti-trafficking The Right Rev. Paul Lambert LastOperator:___________________________________ nhelton@dmnmedia.com Proofreader:____________________________ 03-27-2015 18:36:03 Team: DMN-DEFAULT PrintTime: to stop it,” said The Right Reverend supporters at 9:00 Saturday morning at Saint Michael and Paul E. Lambert, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese All Angels Church, followed by the symposium from 9:30 of Dallas. to 12:00 Noon. “All people of good will, and especially people of faith, have a moral obligation to do all that they can to put an end to human trafficking,” stated Bishop Kevin J. Farrell of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas. “We must never allow any human being Bishop Kevin Farrell to be demeaned and misused as a disposable product in our society.”

Dallas and Texas have become a center for human trafﬁcking.

The symposium, #StopSlaveryDallas being held from 9:00 to 12:00 at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, will bring together representatives from the ecumenical faithbased community in Dallas to hear from anti-trafficking experts who will explain the depth of the local problem, how to recognize it, and how to help stop it.

It’s up to us to stop it.

Caring and Sharing - Pastoral Care Stephen Ministry — The Story of Judy Lomax I became a Stephen Minister in order to give back to my church community the beautiful gift my mother was given by her Stephen Minister twenty years ago. Her care giver was a sensitive, loving woman, who met with my aging Mother weekly to help her through the difficult last years of her life. mother had rheumatoid arthritis, and needed support through some private emotional issues. She also was questioning her faith. Mother shared with me that she felt more comfortable confiding to Helen about certain subjects. New England stoicism lasts a lifetime especially in an earlier era. Helen was there as a rock until the very end for all of us. At the moment of mother’s death, she came over to the house to be with the family. My sister and I had Judy Lomax, her unfailing support immediately. She removed us Stephen Minister from a difficult situation before the body was taken, and facilitated the funeral plans over an instantly organized coffee date. I smile as I reflect on this, realizing mother and Helen had arranged all of the service earlier. No wonder it seemed so perfectly and effortlessly in tune with what she would have wanted. Helen Santiz will always remain in my heart as the epitome of what it is to be Christian and a Stephen Minister. I am eternally grateful to her. My commitment to another Saint Michael’s parishioner as a Stephen Minister is an attempt to give back what I couldn’t do for my mother at an earlier time. Judy Lomax, Stephen Minister If you know someone who might benefit from having a Stephen Minister or you could use one yourself, please contact The Rev. Lisa Flores, lflores@saintmichael.org. Alcoholics Anonymous. This group, open to both men and women, meets on the third Sunday evening of the month at 7:30, in the Coke Activities Room. Contact: The Rev. Neal Hern, nealhern@aol.com. ..............

The Care Giver Support Group meets in the Parlor at 11:00 on Tuesday, April 7. Look on the website for a listing of community resources, including such information as Care Giver’s Day Out and social programs open to

Care Givers and loved ones with early stages of dementia, under Caring and Sharing, Pastoral Care, Pastoral Care Events, specify Care Givers. For more information, contact Sandra Klingeman, jsklingman@sbcglobal. net. .............. The Faith and Grief lunchoen is scheduled for Thursday, April 9, from Noon to 1:00, in the Coke Activities Room. Sharing one’s loss with others who are also suffering

losses is especially comforting. The guest speaker will be Wayne Rigler. Make your reservation for lunch by contacting Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org or 214363-5471, ext. 239. Other questions? Contact Meg Badgett, mmbadgett@ gmail.com.

The Prayer Ministry will meet on Thursday April 16 at Noon, in the Coke Activities Room. Marta Holden, our Director of Lay Ministry and Engagement, will be the speaker. Her subject is “A Personal Journey of Life Changing Prayer.” Lunch will be served at 11:30. Kindly make a reservation, if you wish to purchase a $10 box lunch, by contacting Katherine Bowen, kbowen@ saintmichael.org, 214-363-5471, ext. 239. For more information, contact Steve McKenney, ssmckenney111@ gmail.com. .............. Parish Nurse Ministry: Mark your calendar for Sunday, April 19, when the Parish Nurse Ministry will focus on Hearing and Vision. A member of the Parish Nurse ministry will be present in the South Lanai to take blood pressures and also distribute information and answer questions about Hearing and Vision health. Contact: Dianne Boyd, dboyd@ saintmichael.org. ..............

Caring and Sharing - Pastoral Care Women’s Cancer Support Group. This group meets weekly on Mondays at 1:45 in the Parlor to support each other and share helpful information. Contact: Sue Patton, pattons@ sbcglobal.net, or Charlie Stobaugh, Charlie@stobaugh.net. .............. Basic Christian Yoga. Stay healthy with Yoga. The popular Christian Yoga classes, are held on Monday evenings! Try this healthy way to exercise your mind and body, led by licensed yoga instructor, Annette Lentz. THERE IS NO FEE. Form a new habit: mark your calendar right now for every Monday evening at 5:30-6:45, in the Youth Space. Contact: Annette Lentz, annette. lentz@sbcglobal.net. .............. Centering Prayer Group. Resolve to form the habit of Centering prayer that will start each day off positively. The Easter season is an ideal time to begin. We invite you to join us on Tuesdays at 10:00, in the Clergy Conference Room. With this Lenten habit, learn how to be still and pray and get your mind centered on those things most important to you and those you love. It will be easy to continue it all year. Contact: Mary Ann Webster, maryannwebster@ gmail.com. ..............

The Prayer Shawl Knitting Ministry, Make the Easter Season one of learning a new skill that can be shared with those in need. If you are already a knitter at home, you can help us meet our goal of reaching an important milestone of 2000 shawls this year! Contact Byrd Teague and she will tell you how. The knitting ministry meets every Tuesday, 1:003:00 in the Coke Activities Room

where we have Christian community, prayers, and knit together. All who have an interest in knitting and a desire to contribute to those who so appreciate receiving a prayer shawl, consider joining the knitting ministry, either in person or from your home. Contact: Byrd Teague, byrd.teague@gmail.com. ..............

Addiction May Be More Than You Think

By Marillyn Burton Seeberger

When we think of addiction, we first think of either drugs or alcohol. Then our reaction is denial. “Not me…not anyone in my family.” Erin Clarke Berkely, the speaker at the Recovery Advocates meeting Tuesday, April 21, at Saint Michael, tells us, “a chemical dependency problem is just one reason someone might seek help. Treatment centers today treat a myriad of conditions, often specializing in particular areas, to get people the help they need.” According to Erin there are many different addictions that people struggle with today that range from alcohol, drugs and other substance abuse – including prescription pill abuse – to eating disorders, gambling addiction, co-dependency, grief and loss, sex addiction, pornography addiction, trauma, and a growing new problem that centers on young adults, 18-26. This addiction is called “failure to launch,” where the family system has been enabling their issues. The sufferers are unable to follow a career direction or manage a budget. At a time when they should be launching their careers, they are suffering from depression and anxiety … an inability to cope. They move home. Right now there’s no medical name for the problem and few know where to go for help. The whole family system is involved. Saint Michael’s Recovery Advocates Ministry is presenting, Erin Clarke Berkley, a parishioner and choir member, who works for the Meadows Treatment Center in Wickenburg, Arizona. Erin’s presentation, New Trends in Treatment and Recovery, will identify the addictions and disorders that are treated there and in many other centers in the United States. She says, ”Life today is more complicated than ever before and sufferers need to know that there is hope and not try to handle the struggle on their own.” This is an open meeting; all are invited at 6 :00 on Tuesday night, April 21, in the Coke Activities Room for this valuable presentation and a light dinner. If you have any questions, contact Melanie McGill, melanie.mcgill@gmail.com. 5 15

Caring and Sharing - Mission and Outreach Jubilee Park Community Health Fair Come take a walk with Jubilee! On Saturday, April 11 at 9:00 a.m., Jubilee Park & Community Center will host their its annual Community Walk; followed by the health fair from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Each year the Health & Wellness Fair serves to promote healthy lifestyles and to equip community members with the knowledge of available resources. Bring your family to join in on the fun of exercise demonstrations, kid zone, health screenings, fellowship and MORE! For more information please contact Candace Thompson or Allison Johnson at 214-887-1364.

Amistad Mission Trip Information Session Sunday April 19 Are you looking for a way to deepen your spiritual walk and broaden your spiritual horizons? Are you willing to risk losing your heart and receiving the love of Christ from beautiful children who are waiting to love you in a way you have never experienced. A Saint Michael mission trip to Amistad Mission in Cochabamba, Bolivia is scheduled for Sept. 25th - Oct.

3rd. We will have an information session at 10:00, Sunday April 19th in the Bishop Moore Chapel. Come and find out about this inspiring mission. For more information about Amistad Mission check out http://www.amistadmission. org. Questions? Contact richard@dantonipartners.com or Maria@dantonipartners.com.

Children and Family Ministry World Hunger Relief Farm Mission

Saint Michael Edgers, 4th and 5th graders, will head to the World Hunger Relief Farm near Waco April 24 for a weekend mission trip learning about hunger in the world, and ways to alleviate it. The kids will experience hands-on projects using sustainable agriculture techniques as well as working with small livestock. The group will return Sunday morning to a special Celebration Mass devoted to our mission group. There are still a few spots left so sign up today! The cost is $250. Visit www.saintmichael.org/theedge to register or contact Erika at ebower@saintmichael.org if you have any questions.

Vacation Bible School Registration Underway. Junior VBS - Age 2 by September 1, 2014 VBS - Age 4 through Grade 5 by September 1, 2014 Registration begins on April 1 at 9:00 AM. Registration Deadline - May 31 For more information, please contact Emily Given at egiven@saintmichael.org

Get Confirmation Gifts at Saint Michael’s Book Shop April 26 is Confirmation Sunday. Come by the Book Shop for your confirmation gifts. We have a great selection of the Book of Common Prayer that can be imprinted to make it more personal. We also have wonderful bookmarks, cards and crosses. Bookshop needs Sunday volunteers! One Sunday a month and you get a 20% discount. Computer skills are NOT necessary! Please contact Chris ext. 266 Bookshop hours: Mon., Tues., Thur., Fri. Wed. Sat: Sun:

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CLOSED 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Saint Michael Preschool Barnyard Bash

Preschool Summer Session Sign-up Underway The Saint Michael Preschool will hold Summer Sessions in June and July this year. Our little friends are sure to have a ball with their friends and fun preschool teachers. The children will participate in a variety of activities that will include lots of play and some learning along the way. Each session costs $300, and is limited to 50 children. Sessions are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sessions are:

Barnyard Bash is just around the corner on May 3rd from 4:00 -7:00 p.m. Don’t miss this fun-filled afternoon with games and activities for families with young children. Eddie Coker, children’s singer/songwriter, will perform live from 6:00 – 7:00 and Burger House will provide dinner. We need your support in several ways. •

Underwrite one of the Barnyard Bash events.

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Sign up to volunteer for one 30-minute shift. It’s easy and with a little help from every family, this event will run very smoothly.

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To underwrite, volunteer, or buy tickets go to www. saintmichael.org/barnyardbash.

June Monday/Wednesday - June 1, 3, 15, 17, 22, and 24 June Tuesday/Thursday - June 2, 4, 16, 18, 23, and 25 July Monday/Wednesday - July 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, and 22 July Tuesday/Thursday - July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, and 23 Children must be 2 years old by June 1st and have not yet entered Kindergarten. To register, please visit www. saintmichael.org/smpsummer.

We appreciate your support in every way. Without it this great event would not be possible. Every gift is helpful!

Preschool Key Dates April 3rd – No School, Good Friday April 6th – No School, Easter Monday Children’s singing star Eddie Coker will perform at this year’s Barnyard Bash 18

FYI cont. from page 1 our lives today in the risen life of Christ. The Confirmand is publicly acknowledging a confirming experience of the Christian life beginning in Baptism and making a public commitment to live out the baptismal promises, with God’s help. Second, the Bishop is praying for sustaining grace, for God’s abiding presence and guidance in the confirmand’s “yes.” Is it exaggerating to say that we all need all the help we can get? Is it an overstatement to know that we cannot walk the way of Jesus alone? The Bishop is asking God, publicly and solemnly, to give us what we need to endure, to thrive, yea, even to soar. On April 26 Bishop Lambert will visit Saint Michael and All Angels and confirm (and receive) adults at 11:00 and he will do the same for sixth graders at 3:00. May this annual time of being with our Bishop make us all aware of our continual need to deepen our identity, purpose and belonging as God’s children that “as we grow in age, we may grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” Easter blessings to you and yours.

Bob Dannals

Grant Them Eternal Rest May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace: Robert C. Lindemann, February 18, brother of Jeff Lindemann and brother-in-law of Kay Lindemann Helen Murphy Guley, February 25, aunt of Katie Hallett Laura Gray Somerville Woodall, February 28, sister-inlaw of Mary Adair and Dee Dockery, aunt of Sam, Ann and Ned. Joe Bailey Mulline, Jr., March 5, husband of Bette Mullins Nancy Ann McGrouary Riley, March 6 Cynthia Crisp, March, sister of Jon and Austen Clinkenbeard Alexandra “Alex” Caroline Paccone, March 16, daughter of Anna and Jim Paccone Mary Ellen Kelly, March 23, mother of Bob Kelly, mother-in-law of Gretel Kelly, grandmother of Aoife and Fiona Glenn Thomas Lang, Jr., March 23

Rector

James Michael “Jim” Klancnik, March 24, father of Maggie Klancnik

Births

Joseph L. Barta, March 25, husband of Carolyn Barta

We welcome our newest parishioners who were recently born into our parish family:

Robert Lee Nettle, March 27, brother of Ruthie Garrett Dale Wigley, March 29, father of Rob Wigley

Vivian Olivia December 31, 2014, Jennifer and Drew Gray

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Worship Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. Eucharist – BMC Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Healing Service – BMC Friday 6:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross - Church (During Lent only) Saturday 8:30 a.m. Eucharist – BMC 5:30 p.m. Candlelight Mass Sunday 7:30 a.m. Eucharist Rite I – SMC 9:00 a.m. Eucharist Rite II - Church 9:00 a.m. Discovery Mass – SMC Joy Mass - Parish Hall 10:00 a.m. Sunday School Classes (Children and Adult) 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Rite I – Church 11:11 a.m. The Celebration - Theater 5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer and Eucharist Rite I – SMC

Parish Clergy The Reverend Dr. Bob Dannals, Rector The Reverend Bill Murray, Vicar The Reverend Lisa Flores, Associate for Pastoral Care The Reverend Greg Pickens, Associate for Operations and Pastoral Care The Reverend Oliver Butler, Interim Associate The Reverend Ariail Gores, Deacon The Reverend Michael Harmuth, Sunday Associate, Chaplain Episcopal School of Dallas – lower school The Reverend Pamela Theodore, Sunday Associate The Reverend Neal Hern, Sunday Associate

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Parish Vestry Matt Waller, Sr. Warden Kathy Jenevein, Jr. Warden Grady Schleier, Treasurer Charlie Sartain, Chancellor Margaret Spellings, Clerk Peter Beck, Eric Conner, Mark Demler, John Gorman, Beth Hise, Kathy Jenevein, Kathy Kelley, Rachel Morgan, Sallie Plummer, Randy Rekerdres, Tom Rhodus, Grady Schleier, J.C. Snead, and Kay Whelan.