DEC. 3 | 11 AM Contemporary Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGEL S EPISCOPAL CHURCH THE FIR S T SUN DAY OF A DV ENT DECEMBER 3, 2023

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We’re glad you’re here!

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We’d love to get to know you and help you get to know us. Saint Michael is a vibrant group of people choosing to live life as a community: pursuing Jesus, caring for one another, and serving those in need.

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While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:

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Formation for All Ages Advent Festival Garden Cloister & Coke Room

We look forward to seeing you soon!

11 AM At Saint Michael we are all about connecting, serving, and growing.

To learn more about us, find ways to get involved, or see a map of the campus, scan the QR code.

Traditional Church Joy! A Children’s Service Saint Michael Chapel

Fill out a Welcome Card. They’re in the pew back in front of you, or use the QR code to use the quick, mobile-friendly “Get in Touch” form.

Stop by a Welcome Hub in the church lobby.

You’ll see greeters wearing “Welcome” ribbons/ lanyards and they can answer questions about a worship service, formation class, or childcare.

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

Traditional Church Contemporary Parish Hall

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Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

OUR FOCUS: Build Christian Disciples for a Transformed Community Rob Springer-Kyle leads our Welcome and Engagement ministries at Saint Michael and he would love the opportunity to connect and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact him at (903) 405-7447 or rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org.

The blue cover reflects the liturgical color used during the season of Advent; blue is associated with the Virgin Mary, and so brings to mind the Incarnation.

FROM THE RECTOR

TODAY AT SAINT MICHAEL

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today! We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.

Today we begin the sacred season of Advent. I hope you’ll make plans to join us for some of our special Advent services, such as today’s Advent Lessons & Carols service at 4 p.m. in the church. In addition, there are many major outreach initiatives such as I Believe in Angels and Heart of Giving. Volunteers are in the hallways today to help you extend your impact to our neighbors.

As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work.

May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!

10 Adult Formation AM

The Gift of the Nutcracker:

Clara: Waiting for Christmas Led by Dr. Tim Smith Saint Michael Chapel

Other Events Advent Festival

9 a.m. Joy Service Saint Michael Chapel 10 a.m. Activities Garden Cloister & Coke Room

Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in rooms 14 and 16.

For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/fall23.

Gift Selection

Now – December 3 Gift Drop-Off

Now – December 6

I BELIEVE IN

angels Season 16 | Advent 2023 BECOMING TOGETHER

New Episodes Every Weekday, December 4 – 22, 2023

I Believe in Angels is a partnership between Saint Michael and Jubilee Park and Community Center.

Parishioners sponsor angels (children and seniors) and donate Christmas gifts which will be wrapped and distributed to families. Throughout December, volunteers will be needed to sort, process, and wrap gifts, bake cookies, and distribute gifts to families.

SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH HOLY EUCHARIST: RITE II 11:00 A.M. DECEMBER 3, 2023 WELCOME SONG O come, O come, Emmanuel And ransom captive Israel That mourns in lonely exile here Until the Son of God appear Rejoice! Rejoice!

Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, free Thine own from Satanʼs tyranny From depths of hell Thy people save And give them victory over the grave Rejoice! Rejoice!

Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel O come, Thou Dayspring, come and cheer Our spirits by Thine advent here Disperse the gloomy clouds of night And deathʼs dark shadows put to flight Rejoice! Rejoice!

Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel O come, Thou Key of David, come

O COME, O COME, EMMANUEL

2 And open wide our heavenly home Make safe the way that leads on high And close the path to misery.

Rejoice! Rejoice!

Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel Translator: J. M. Neale (1851) Tune: Veni Emmanuel (Chant) (c) Public Domain

OPENING ACCLAMATION Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

COLLECT OF THE DAY The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

THE LESSON

ISAIAH 64:1-9

O that you would tear open the heavens and come down, so that the mountains would quake at your presence—as when fire kindles brushwood and the fire causes water to boil—to make your name known to your adversaries, so that the nations might tremble at your presence! When you did awesome deeds that we did not

3 expect, you came down, the mountains quaked at your presence. From ages past no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who works for those who wait for him. You meet those who gladly do right, those who remember you in your ways. But you were angry, and we sinned; because you hid yourself we transgressed. We have all become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous deeds are like a filthy cloth.

We all fade like a leaf, and our iniquities, like the wind, take us away. There is no one who calls on your name, or attempts to take hold of you; for you have hidden your face from us, and have delivered us into the hand of our iniquity. Yet, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand. Do not be exceedingly angry, O LORD, and do not remember iniquity forever. Now consider, we are all your people.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God. SONG

WAITING TO HEAR YOUR WORDS

Our hearts are waiting Waiting to hear your words Words that spoke all of creation onto the earth May our minds be open And hearts receptive To the Word of God We are surrounded By this great cloud of witnesses Therefore, we ask for a glimpse of your holiness Give us wisdom Let us feel your presence In this place Our hearts are waiting Waiting to hear your words Justin Brooks © 2008 Elgie Street Music (ASCAP) CCLI License # 1718120

4 THE GOSPEL

MARK 13:24-37

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “In those days, after that suffering, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see ‘the Son of Man coming in clouds’ with great power and glory. Then he will send out the angels, and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven. From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. But about that day or hour no one knows, neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Beware, keep alert; for you do not know when the time will come. It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his slaves in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. Therefore, keep awake—for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or at dawn, or else he may find you asleep when he comes suddenly. And what I say to you I say to all: Keep awake.”

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you Lord Christ.

SERMON NICENE CREED We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light,

THE REVEREND MARY LESSMANN

5 true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father.

Through him all things were made.

For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried.

On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.

He has spoken through the Prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.

We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.

We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers of the People: Form VI In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.

For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.

6 For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.

For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.

For the peace and unity of the Church of God; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.

For Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, Our Presiding Bishop; George, our Bishop; our parish clergy and their families; and for all bishops and other ministers; For all who serve God in his Church.

For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.

Hear us Lord; For your mercy is great.

We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.

We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever.

We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.

Lord, let your loving kindness be upon them; Who put their trust in you.

CONCLUDING COLLECT

Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

7 CONFESSION Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life.

Amen.

THE PEACE The Peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

OFFERTORY SENTENCE Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God. OFFERTORY SONG Hear O Shepherd of Israel leading Joseph Like a flock, shine forth you enthroned upon high In the presence of Ephraim, Benjamin, and Mannaseh Come to help us By your strength, by your strength Restore us, O God of Hosts How long, O Lord, will you be angered despite the prayers of your chosen ones?

Tears have been our bread and wine and our enemies mock us to scorn

PSALM 80 (RESTORE US)

8 By your strength, by your strength Restore us, O God of Hosts Let your hand be upon the man of your right hand The Son Of Man made strong for yourself From you we'll never turn away Give us light that we may call upon your Name By your strength, by your strength Restore us, O God of Hosts Show the light of your face and we shall be saved Show the light of your face and we shall be saved Show the light of your face and we shall be saved By your strength, by your strength Restore us, O God of Hosts Arranged by Justin Brooks (c)2011 Elgie Street Music (ASCAP)

COMMUNION RITE II PRAYER B The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. [ Here the Celebrant includes a proper preface ]

9 Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest.

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest.

Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.

He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.

On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving.

Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.

Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.

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All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast.

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

COMMUNION SONG Let all mortal flesh keep silence, and with fear and trembling stand; ponder nothing earthly-minded, for with blessing in his hand Christ our God to earth descendeth, our full homage to demand.

King of kings, yet born of Mary, as of old on earth he stood,

LET ALL MORTAL FLESH KEEP SILENCE

11 Lord of lords in human vesture, in the Body and the Blood he will give to all the faithful his own self for heavenly food.

At his feet the six-winged seraph; cherubim with sleepless eye veil their faces to the Presence, as with ceaseless voice they cry, “Alleluia, alleluia!

Alleluia, Lord Most High!”

Paraphraser: Gerard Moultrie (1864) Tune: Picardy Arranged by Justin Brooks (c) Public Domain

POST COMMUNION PRAYER Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE BLESSING The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

CLOSING CHORUS

CHORUS OF O COME, O COME, EMMANUEL

Rejoice! Rejoice!

Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel

12 Translator: J. M. Neale (1851) Tune: Veni Emmanuel (Chant) (c) Public Domain

DISMISSAL Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24

THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

9 AM Holy Eucharist Rite I, Saint Michael Chapel CHRISTMAS EVE

11 AM Joy Service, Church 1 PM Jazz Service, Church 3 PM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church Holy Eucharist Rite II, Saint Michael Chapel Contemporary, Parish Hall 5 PM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church Holy Eucharist Rite II, Saint Michael Chapel Contemporary, Parish Hall

MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 CHRISTMAS DAY

10 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II Saint Michael Chapel

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 9 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church 11 AM Contemporary, Church

10:30 PM Holy Eucharist Rite I, Church Incense will be in use

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This is a unique time in Saint Michael’s history—a time that urges us to act boldly! We are pleased to launch Building our Future, a historic capital campaign focused in three parts: Uniting our Community, Reinvigorating our Campus, and Investing in Education. We are making a big investment in our community, in our campus, and in our impact in the city and the world. Join us as we prepare Saint Michael to make an even greater impact in the future, extending the love of Christ to all.

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WAYS TO GIVE Caroline Moore

Director of Advancement For further information, contact Caroline Moore at cmoore@saintmichael.org or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.

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Annual Giving Campaign Giving to our annual stewardship campaign, Building the Kingdom, is an essential practice that supports Saint Michael’s shared mission and ministry, including our growing staff, campus, and programs. While essential to our operations, giving annually is an incredibly important spiritual discipline.

An annual gift represents our stewardship of the time, talents, and treasures that God gives freely to each one of us. Giving back to God’s work through Saint Michael is a sign of gratitude and a key part of deepening our discipleship identity.

It’s our turn to invest in our future.

As you evaluate your annual stewardship gift, we also ask you to please join us in Building our Future.

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Martha Hellman Bogdon, Director of Stewardship mbogdon@saintmichael.org | 214.692.3015 For further information, contact Martha Hellman Bogdon or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.

BUILDING our FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Saint Michael would like to thank the following members* of our community for their support of the Capital Campaign: Lynn & Bob Abbott

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Katherine & Eric Reeves

Barbara & Mitch Singleton

The Fallon & Robie Vaughn Family

Liz Respess

Linda & Ellis Skinner

The Venetos Family

Debbie & Tom Rhodus

Nancy & Jim Skochdopole

Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld

Jeff & Darrel Rice

Ann & Lee Slaton

Sue & Jay Wagley

Janie Richard

Anne & Randolph Slaughter

Cathy & Denton Walker

Jim Richards

Connie Smith

Kathy & Gary Wall

Phil Ritter

Bliss & Pelham Smith

Kathleen & Jay Wallace

Debby & Robin Robinson

Charlie & Jim Smith

Mary & Matt Waller

Christie & Clayton Rodriguez

Jinny Smith

Barbara & Roy Washburn

Julie & Paul Rogers

Jeanne & J.C. Snead

Pam Watkins

Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau

Kim & Jim Snyder

The Brad & Margaret Watson Family

Michele & Shad Rowe

Margaret & Jaime Spellings

Mary Ann & Keller Webster

Mandy Dake & Chris Rowley

Mary & Arnold Spencer

Hudson Weichsel

Jack Rubarth

Tiffany & Reed Standly

Sarah & Russell Weinberg

Jennifer & Thomas Russell

The Joan Stansbury Family

CiCi & Giffen Weinmann

Ginger Sager

Tina & Dan Stansbury

Shannon & Craig Werthmann

Courtney Campbell

LaRee & Alan Stein

Kay & Leo Whelan

Laurie & Joe Sando

John Bergner & Chuck Stewart

The Wiggins Family

Erica & Charlie Sartain

Tricia & Tom Stewart

Mrs. Robert E. (Nancy) Wilbur

Mary Elizabeth & Grady Schleier

Brian Stock

Paige Wilbur

Erin Osborne & Vic Schmerbeck

Harriet Stoneham

Eve & Blake Wiley

Mardie & Alan Schoellkopf

Drew & John Stull

Karen & Jim Wiley

Caroline Summers

Caroline & Tony Wilks

*as of 11/20/2023

Saint Michael would like to thank the following parishioners for their support of the 2024 year:

Mary Elizabeth & Scott Canon

Elaine & Dennis Disney

Peggy Carr

Mary Adair & Dee Dockery

Carol & Dick Carrington

Melvyn Douglas

Melissa & James Carry

Kay & Robert Dozier

Cindy & Jay Carter

Nancy & Lowell Duncan

Becky & Mike Casey

Cynthia Dutter

Merrilee & Michael Cate

John Ellerman

Lynn & Bob Abbott

Jim Bovard

Rachel & Aaron Cathey

Liz Ann Ellinor

Sandy & Mark Ables

Dianna & Tom Bowen

Margaret Cervin

Joyce & Mike Ernst

Lydia & Bill Addy

Rachel & Ken Brannon

Betsy & Jim Chambers

Joan Faubion

Leslie & Nassi Agouridis

Gretchen & Reiner Brasch

Suzanne & Lance Charriere

Pauline & Steve Fellows

Julie Albert

Gayl & Bill Braymer

Charles Chernosky

Pauline Newton & Steve Fellows

Julie & Mike Allen

Marla & Tony Briggle

Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut

Sarah & Tom Fenton

Joseph Alwyn

Margaret & Dave Briggs

Coley Clark

Terese Finitzo

Chris & Paul Anderson

Adele Broughton

Kendall & Craig Clark

Wendy Finley

Mary & Jerry Andrlik

Mary Brouillette

Gail & Bob Clark

Libby & Mark Flory

Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian

Ginger Brown

Carolyn Cochran

Charlotte & John Flowers

Ginger & Allen Baden

Sharon & Ron Brown

Anne Coke

Mary Jo & Bart Forbes

Margaret Badgett

Rosamond Brown

Judy Cole

Debbie & David Fosdick

Betty & Jimmy Baird

Gail & Jim Browne

Jean & George Coleman

Dru Francis

Elizabeth Baker

Elizabeth & Bob Buchanan

Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta

Kathryn & Jim Francis

Mary & George Baldwin

Susan Buddendorf

Leslie & George Conant

Bonita Frederick

Pam Barbera

Steve Burk

Judy & Eric Conner

Judy Friedel

Susan Barnicoat

Pam Busbee

Squeaky & Paul Connolly

Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell

Kay & Rick Barry

Julie & Chuck Butterworth

Laura Coomes

Ruthie Garrett

Hong & Jim Bass

Janice & Ashburn Bywaters

Katy & Michael Cosby

Cindy & Kevin Gill

Steve Beckham

Tracey Cabral

Harriet & Ralph Cousins

Marcia Gillen

Christy Bednar

Henry Cadle

Ann Marie Cowdrey

Dare & Dale Gillette

Amsler & Don Bell

Anne & Michael Caffey

Amy Youngquist & David Cowling

Eric Gilmour

Monique & Tom Black

Joseph Cahoon

Gina & Barry Craig

Nicole & Chris Girata

Molly Steele & Tom Blackmon

Mary Agnes Cain

Betsy & Bennett Cullum

Mimi & Pax Glenn

Kalita & Ed Blessing

Louise Caldwell

Maria & Richard D’Antoni

Carol & Mark Goglia

Laura & Dan Boeckman

Shannon Wilson Callewart

Susan & Scott Davis

Margaret & Wade Goodrich

Martha & Wade Bogdon

Lauren Callon

Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison

Pagett & Mike Gosslee

Susan & David Boldrick

Lynne & Bob Campbell

Maureen & Robert Decherd

Jo & Joe Goyne

Phyllis & John Boone

CourtneyCampbell & RichardSamade

Janet & Lee Dettra

Robert Graham

Allison & Chris Bovard

Edna & Mark Cannata

Leslie & George Diamond

Sue & Andrew Gray

Grace-anne & David Greenblatt

Ann & Frank Houseman

Cynthia Lane

Melanie McGill

Jane & Greg Greene

Elizabeth & Todd Howard

Hannah & Michael Gresham

Bitsy & Matt Hudnall

Elizabeth & JohnCervin Lang Margaret Bettina Herman Lang Betsy & and Jim Chambers

JaneAnn & Ray McGowen and Bob Dyer Diane SallyMcGrath B. Earnest

Louise & Guy Griffeth

Sandra Hughes

Whitney & Jay Grogan

Cindy & Tom Hughes

Mary Kay Michael & Larry Guevel & Rob Hull Saint would like to thankDonna the following

Eunice Hamlin & Walt Humann parishioners for their supportBea of the 2024 year:

Joanne Hardaway

Nell Anne Hunt

Molly & William Hardy Mr. and Mrs. Mark Ables Betsy Hardy Lydia and Bill Addy

Elizabeth &Melisa Cliff Hutchinson Bray

LeAnne & Bob Langholz Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Chapman

Victoria Hunter McGrath Julie&and Steven Eggers

CroftLathem Chestnut Chuck Gwendolyn Bobby Chestnut Karen and Lawrence

Stacy and Chris Elliston Lucy McRae Vollet Adelaide& and Chase Erickson Rebecca Stephen Miller

Charles Chernosky Mary Ann & Allen Lassiter

and Lawrence Bob Clark KathyGail & Gary SaraMary andLee Eddie Clark

JohnMcKenzie Ellerman Gretchen

Debra Thomas Erickson Tricia &and Mark Monfrey Farabaugh Patti &Jan John Monger

Jeane and Mark Clayton Joan Faubion Mary & Russ Lessmann Kaysie & Harold Montgomery Bonnie Cobb Anita and David Feherty Electra & Jeff Harelson Paula Lewis-Patterson Caroline & Doug Moore Leslie and Nassi Agouridis Anne Coke Pauline and Steve Fellows Gayla Kading Lou Alexander Harlas Kathy & Patrick Jenevein Georgia & Larry Ley Mary Morgan Jennifer and&John Mr. and Mrs. Steve Brooks Judy Cole Sarah and Tom Fenton Marianne Michael Harmuth Susan Gene Johnson Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb Christi & Cory Morrow Chris &and Paul Anderson Mr. and&Mrs. Phillip Brooks Jr. Jean and George Coleman Terese Finitzo Mary andHarper Jerry Andrlik Adele Broughton Anne Bob Johnston Michael Long Suellen & Ken Murchison Kimberly and Joe Colonnetta Wendy Walters Finley K. Armour Ginger Brown Nancy &Philip Howell Harralson Patricia Jones Heather Lorch Sandra & Larry Nance Cristie Columbus and Clayton Roberts Jerri Ann and Stuart Fitts Gordon Rosamond Amanda & NeilArnold Harris Susan JonesBrown Prudence John Mackintosh Jennifer Noble NashFlory Leslie&and George Conant Mr. and&Mrs. Mark Badgett Victoria Stuart ZoeMeg & Todd Hart Carolyn and & Pete JoostBrown Gail & and Bill Madden Kennie &and John NealFlowers Harriet Ralph Cousins Charlotte John Betty&and BartJuett Brown Judy JoeJimmy HawleyBaird Kate Jeanie Madeley Diane Ms. Michele M. Crick Mary & JoJack andNealon Bart Forbes Krystal and Robb Baldwin Gail and Jim Browne Kathy Hayes Barbara & Peter Kandel Marti Mahaffey Katherine & Jim Neuhoff Hunter Crow Lou Fouts Mary and George Baldwin Stuart and Diane Bumpas Debbie & Goose Hayhurst Mary & Steve Kardell Stacey KenBennett Malcolmson Byron Neuhoff Betsy&and Cullum Dru Francis Mrs. Pam Barbera Pamela Busbee Ginny and Rick Currey Frederick Kay & Steve Head Kathy & Kevin Kelley Amy & Peter Malin Jan &Bonita Tom Newsome Joan and Jim Barklow Julie and Chuck Butterworth Mason Allen Custard Mrs. Ann Ramsey Gardner Liz & Jeff Helfrich Liz & Seth Kelly Tedand Manikas Diana & Geoff Newton Carrie and Steven Becker Kathleen and Ban Bywaters Susan and Josiah Ruthie Garrett Mary & David Henderson Mary Ellen & William Kendall Catherine Marrs Daniel Hank Nichols Stephen Beckham Janice and Ashburn Bywaters Davis Teddie and Dan Garrigan Rue & Tuck Henry Leslie & Ed Kennedy JoniKerri Martin Carrie & Robert Nicoud Christy Bednar Henry Cadle, Jr. McMurray Glen Davison Pamela Germany Joannie Chuck Hensley Susan & Richard KibbeyCaffey Deborah Maria & David and Martin Carol Oakes Christy& and Robby Berry Mr. and Mrs. Michael Catherine and Tom Dean Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Gill Beverly & Dianne RichardBetts Herrscher Barbara Jerry King Alex Martindale Anne & Blair Oden Mary& Agnes Cain Debra and Michael Decker Dare and Dale Gillette Michael Hill & Frank-Paul King Sissy & Mike Massad Becky & Ron Odlozil Katherine and Michael Blachly EugeniaLouise Caldwell Chick and Mike Deegan Nicole and Chris Girata Robin &Steve ScottBlack Hinkle Wendy Edward Mary Massengale Christine & Kurt Oesterling Shelly &and Scott King Calhoun Terry and Mark Demler Carol and Mark Goglia Sarah Marcia & Mark King Bonnie & David Mastin Liz Oliphant Amy andHobbs Gary Blackie Shannon Callewart Julia Denegre Sue and Andrew Gray Chris Diana Blackman Lauren Callon Annand & Lee Hobson Kristin Kline Carolyn & Michael McBee Rob Parks Carolyn and Bob Dickson Inge Grayson Kalita& and Blessing Lynne and Bob Campbell Carrie Tom Ed Hoffman Kate & Ryan Kneipper Pam McCallum Jennifer & Pablo Pascal Elaine and Dennis Disney Jane and Greg Greene Christy Hoffman Blumenfeld Mary Elizabeth Scott Canon Maggie Melinda & Markand Knowles Vicki & Justin McCarty Sue & Bob Sterling and Brendan Donnelly Shelley and Patton Guion Gregg Mr. and Edward Bogel Canon SamMrs. Hoffman Patty &Judy Randy Kob Melissa & Don McCoy Carolyn & Hoddy Rozi and Bill Doreen Louise and GuyPeck Griffeth Katherine and Darren Boruff Carol and Richard Carrington Barbara Hollis Cincha & Henryk Kostman Rebecca & Ed McDaniel Gray-Leigh Peeler Melvyn Douglas Bill and Lisa Griffin Allison and Chris Bovard Carroll Watson and Reed Carroll Kathryn & Bard Hoover Rob Springer-Kyle & Tom Kyle Reggie &Chris JohnDuFour McFarland Kittyeand & Bill PeelerGrosso Diana Andrew Tom and Dianna Bowen Cindy and Jay Carter Mary Louise & David Hopson Mersine & Steve Ladik Linda & John McFarland HollyJody & Carlos Peña Ann Dunbar Guenther Kathy and David Boyett Becky and Mike Casey Ms. Eleanor K. Durham Jan and&Scott Ingrid & Carter Houghton Rebecca & Mark LaFavre Sharon & Bill McGannon Katherine Bob Hancock Penn Ken and Rachel Brannon Merrilee and Michael Cate Dutter Eileen and Fred Hannum Helen & Jon Houp Jason Lamb SuzanneCynthia & Patrick McGee Jim Pennington Gretchen and Reiner Brasch Rachel and Aaron Cathey Susan Tucker Jim Huth Gayl and &Bill Braymer Layneand Jackson Marla Tony Briggle

Mary Ruth & Jim Perkins

Jack Rubarth

Drew & John Stull

Ann & Jim White

Nancy Perot & Rod Jones

Susan & Rick Russell

Heidi & Tim Perry

Jennifer & Thomas Russell

Caroline Summers Margaret Cervin Lauren Stephen Swann Betsy&and Jim Chambers

Julia & Bill Ann andWhitsitt Bob Dyer Donell &Sally Phillip Wiggins B. Earnest

Teresa Person

Ginger Sager

Kathryn & Craig Peters

Cynthia Sample

Charles Patti & TomChernosky Swiley

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CallieSaint & Malcolm Mardiethe & Alan Schoellkopf MichaelPetersen would like to thank following Sally & Chris Pfeiffer Tom Schulz parishioners for their support Cathy of the&2024 year:

Emily & John Phillips

Sally & Chris Schupp

Noralyn GregMark Pickens Mr. and&Mrs. Ables Mollie & Paul Pin Lydia and Bill Addy

CarolynMelisa & JackBray Sears Linda LesBill Secrest Gayl & and Braymer

& Sam Swanson Mr.Cindi and Mrs. Robert T. Chapman CroftTaCito Chestnut Susan Gwendolyn Laura & and PaulBobby Talbot Chestnut Gail&and Clark Sally RossBob Taylor Sara and Eddie Madalyn Teal Clark

Jeane and Mark Clayton Ellen & Howard Templin Bonnie Cobb Sallie Marvin Thedford Leslie andPlummer Nassi Agouridis MarlaRob andSee Tony Briggle Anne Coke Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch Marillyn Gus Seeberger Cinda Thoma Jennifer and John Alexander Mr. and& Mrs. Steve Brooks Judy Cole Sandraand & Rick Carol Roehrig Fred Seipp Chris PaulPorter Anderson Mr. and Mrs. &Phillip Brooks Jr. Michelle & Stewart Thomas Jean and George Coleman Mary andPowell Jerry Andrlik Adele Broughton Walter Elizabeth & John Selzer Gail Thomas Kimberly and Joe Colonnetta Philip K. Armour Ginger Brown Bill Power Sara Shanley Tig Thompson Cristie Columbus and Clayton Roberts GordonPrestidge Arnold Rosamond Brown Pat & Claude Brenda & Van Sheets Dixey Leslie andThornton George Conant MegPrice Badgett Victoria Stuart Brown Carol Erik Soliz &and Vince Snoddy Mary Ann & Till Harriet andGeorge Ralph Cousins Betty&and Jimmy Baird Bart Brown Dianne Hervey Priddy Betty & Burton Shepherd Carolyn Tilley Ms. Michele M. Crick Krystal and Robb Baldwin Gail and Jim Browne Deena & Barry Pryor Betty & Rob Shiels Frances &Hunter Buzz Tompkins Crow Mary and George Baldwin Stuart and Diane Bumpas Beth & J. Puckett Jeanie & Stuart Sikes Tritschler BetsySue and Bennett Cullum Mrs. Pam Barbera Pamela Busbee GinnyJoand Lutetia & Jack Raley Linda & Ellis Skinner TuckRick Currey Joan and Jim Barklow Julie and Chuck Butterworth Mason andTurner Allen Custard Annie Snider Reece Ann & Lee Slaton Cindy Carrie and Steven Becker Kathleen and Ban Bywaters Susan and Josiah Daniel Kelly & Michael Reddell Anne & Randy Slaughter Stephanie & Wes Tydlaska Stephen Beckham Janice and Ashburn Bywaters Cristie Columbus & Clayton Roberts Jinny Smith Fallon & Kerri RobieDavis Vaughn Christy Bednar Henry Cadle, Jr. Deborah McMurray Glen Davison Paula Calise Bill Reed Julie Smith Tish & Matthew and Visinsky Christy and&Robby Berry Mr. and Mrs. Michael Caffey Catherine and Tom Dean LizDianne Respess Connie SmithCain Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld Betts Mary Agnes Debra and Michael Decker Debbie &and TomMichael RhodusBlachly Jeanne & J.C. Snead Cathy & Denton Walker Katherine Louise Caldwell Chick and Mike Deegan Jeff &Steve DarrelBlack Rice Kim &and JimScott Snyder Kathy & Gary Wall Shelly Calhoun Terry and Mark Demler Janie Sharon Spalding Kathleen & Jay Wallace Amy andRichard Gary Blackie Shannon Callewart Julia Denegre ChrisJim andRichards Diana Blackman Mary &Lauren Arnold Callon Spencer Mary & Matt Waller Carolyn and Bob Dickson Kalita and Ed Blessing Lynne&and Bob Campbell Phil Ritter Karen Rand Spencer Barbara & Roy Washburn Elaine and Dennis Disney Christy Blumenfeld Mary Elizabeth Scott Canon Needie & Tom Rountree Tiffany & Reedand Standly SterlingPam andWatkins Brendan Donnelly Mr.Christie and Mrs. Edward Bogel Canon Rodriguez JoanJudy Stansbury Connie Rozi andWebb Bill Doreen Katherine and Darren Boruff Carol and Richard Carrington Julie & Paul Rogers Tina & Dan Stansbury Sarah &Melvyn RussellDouglas Weinberg Allison and Chris Bovard Carroll Watson and Reed Carroll Joyce & Jack Smiley LaRee & Alan Stein CiCi & Giffen ChrisWeinmann DuFour Tom and Dianna Bowen Cindy and Jay Carter Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau Chuck Stewart & John Bergner Martha Ann Wells Dunbar Kathy and David Boyett Becky and Mike Casey Ms. &Eleanor K. Durham Michele & Shad Rowe Tricia & Tom Stewart Shannon Craig Werthmann Ken and Rachel Brannon Merrilee and Michael Cate Cynthia Dutter Amanda Dake & Chris Rowley Brian Stock Kay & Leo Whelan Gretchen and Reiner Brasch Rachel and Aaron Cathey

Nancy Julie andWilbur Steven Eggers

Stacy and Chris Elliston Karen & Jim Wiley Adelaide Chase Erickson Carolineand & Tony Wilks Debra and Thomas Elizabeth WilliamsErickson Farabaugh Kelly Jan & John Wilson

Joan Faubion Kristi & Scott Wilson Anita and David Feherty Nancy Wilson Pauline and Steve Fellows Sherry & Robert Wilson Sarah and Tom Fenton Nina Works Terese Finitzo Sheryl & Phil Wylie Wendy Walters Finley Kathy & John Yeaman Jerri Ann and Stuart Fitts Sherry & Mark Mr. and Mrs.Yeaman Mark Flory

Barbara & Michael Charlotte and JohnYork Flowers Anonymous Donors (1) Mary Jo and Bart Forbes Lou Fouts

*as of 11/20/2023 Dru Francis

Bonita Frederick

Mrs. Ann Ramsey Gardner Ruthie Garrett

Teddie and Dan Garrigan Pamela Germany

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Gill Dare and Dale Gillette

Nicole and Chris Girata Carol and Mark Goglia Sue and Andrew Gray Inge Grayson

Jane and Greg Greene

Shelley and Guion Gregg Louise and Guy Griffeth Bill and Lisa Griffin

Diana and Andrew Grosso Jody Guenther

Jan and Scott Hancock

Eileen and Fred Hannum

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NEW EPISODE ON THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

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9 a.m. Joy Service Saint Michael Chapel

10 a.m. Activities Garden Cloister & Coke Room

The festival begins with an Advent -themed Joy service with a performance by the Cherub Choir and includes the appearance of an extra special guest: St Nicholas! Following the service, all are invited to enjoy treats and refreshments, participate in a Christmas service project, and engage in a variety of Advent activities.

SaintMichael.org/AdventFest

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Sunday Tables Now – December 17th As a meaningful complement to Christmas gifts, Heart of Giving is a thoughtful way to spread the spirit of the season by purchasing tax-deductible cards that you can share with family and friends. Each card describes how your gift provides tangible benefits for Mission and Outreach initiatives.

Participate online or by visiting our tables in the church hallways on Sundays. The 2023 beneficiaries are: • Amistad Bolivia Youth Houses: Therapeutic houses for the youth of Amistad experiencing the effects of deep trauma and other mental health issues.

• Tela Honduras Mission: The mission team provides flouride and Bible Study resources to the children in the barrios of Tela and the students of Espiritu Santos Episcopal School.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES ARE LIVE ONLINE! saintmichael.org/construction-impact

Christmas Flower Memorials

Honor a loved one by making a Christmas Flower Memorial donation. Make your donation today!

SaintMichael.org/ ChristmasFlowers

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Nativity Pageant 9 AM • Church

Holiday Market

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Saturday, December 9 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Klyde Warren Park | 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy

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Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Adults

saintmichael.org/adults

ADULT FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES Sundays at 10 a.m.

“The Gift of the Nutcracker” Now – December 17 | Coke Room Led by the Dr. Tim Smith In The Gift of the Nutcracker, author and pastor Matt Rawle takes a look at this Christmas classic in a new way—through the lens of faith. As he explores the story, he helps us understand God’s greatest gift of the Christ child, and the kingdom Christ came to establish. Please join us as a part of your Advent and Christmas journey.

AGING AND FULFILLING OUR SPIRITUAL PURPOSE: FINISHING WELL

Led by Chick Deegan and Mary Ann Webster 10 a.m. – Noon | Thursdays, Now – December 7 | Parlor Aging provides the opportunity to redefine who we are in this season of life. We will explore how to thrive with purpose, and leave a legacy that reflects our God-given gifts. Using Bible verses, quotes from wise elders, and poetry, our time together will include discussion, reflection, and sharing. For more info, please contact Chick Deegan at deeganchicke@aol.com.

PRIME TIMERS LUNCHEON

December 7 | 10:30 a.m. | Coke Room Register by December 3 | $12 The Doctor of Homeless Signs, SMU’s Willie Baronett, will show his cross-country documentary of buying and collecting cardboard signs from the homeless across America. Reservations required, includes lunch. For questions and to register, please contact Bonita Frederick at 214.728.6440.

ADVENT RETREAT

December 9 | 9 a.m. – Noon Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. | Saint Michael Chapel Led by the Rev. Barkley Thompson This retreat will be facilitated by popular author and blogger the Rev. Barkley Thompson, rector of Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. The retreat will focus on Barkley’s new book, “How Can We Know the Way?: Reflections on Belief, Salvation, and Eternal Life.” In the book, Barkley tackles issues that many Christians have traditionally been afraid to question. Participants will receive a copy of the book prior to the retreat. Copies will be handed out at the retreat. Scan the QR code to sign up.

Young Adults

saintmichael.org/youngadults Your 20’s and 30’s are full of transitions, questions, and milestones.

This ministry is a place to pray, learn, serve, and give in the context of genuine community. Meet other young adults through small group bible study, social events, and serving opportunities. Contact Rob Springer-Kyle at 903.405.7447 or rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org.

10 a.m. Young Adult Sunday Formation starts back Sunday, January 21, 2024 with a Kick Off Brunch! Scan the code for more information!

Youth

saintmichael.org/youth The Youth Ministries at Saint Michael and All Angels are for all youth in the 6th – 12th grades. We meet weekly for discipleship, formation, fun, and community throughout the year.

DALLAS STARS GAME December 9 | 2 – 6:30 p.m.

Come cheer on the Stars at American Airlines Center! Transportation to the game will be provided to and from Saint Michael. We will meet in the West Parking Lot at 2:00 p.m. and return to the church after the game around 6:30 p.m. Register online to receive your free ticket at saintmichael.org/youth!

Children & Family

saintmichael.org/cfm Children and Family Ministry provides parents and children, ages 0 – 5th grade, with the tools they need to grow in their faith and become faithful disciples of Christ. Fun and interactive programming throughout the year allows families to deepen their connection with each other, God, and the Saint Michael community.

NATIVITY PAGEANT SIGN-UPS Ages 3 – 2nd grade

Calling all children ages 3 – 2nd grade!

Sign up to participate in this year’s Nativity Pageant. Everyone who signs up will receive a part based on your age or grade. Scan the code to sign up! Please contact this year’s Nativity Pageant Director, Shelby Hendryx shendryx@saintmichael.org for any questions.

NEW BOOKSHOP HOURS:

The Bookshop is now open with new hours.

Stop in to explore and find that perfect gift for family and friends: Wednesdays: Sundays:

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

8:30 a.m. – Noon

Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Mission & Outreach

For more information on these opportunies or other ways to serve, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle, Associate for Mission and Outreach, at rhinkle@saintmichael.org. A full listing of Mission and Outreach opportunities can be found at saintmichael.org/outreach.

JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER I Believe in Angels Sunday Tables Gift Selection: Now – December 3 Gift Drop-Off: Now – December 6

I Believe in Angels is a partnership between Saint Michael and All Angels and Jubilee Park and Community Center. Volunteers are needed to sort, process, and wrap gifts, bake cookies, and distribute gifts to families.

For more info, please contact Zoe Hart at zhart@me.com or Heather Lorch at helorch@gmail.com.

NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES NDSM ADVENT CALENDAR FOOD DRIVE Now – First Week of January

Grocery bags with the Advent calendar will be available at church entrances starting November 26th. Please participate in the 24-day Advent journey and return food to the South entrance the first week of January. Parishioners will have the opportunity to learn about food insecurity, pray for the people impacted by hunger, and serve North Dallas Shared Ministries while counting down the days until Christmas.

STEPHEN C. FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE Now – December 19 Final drop-off date: December 19

This year we will be sharing Christmas joy with our friends at Stephen C. Foster Elementary through our first annual toy drive for the students grades PreK through 6th grade! We hope all Saint Michael parishioners will consider donating new toys (cost limit $35) toward our goal of collecting 500 toys. Families are especially encouraged to shop together so that our young members may bring a new toy to share with our neighbors. This drive is a joint effort of Mission and Outreach, Children and Family Ministries, and Saint Michael Episcopal School. Collection boxes will be placed in church and school entrances, and in the Sunday School Hallway.

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HEART OF GIVING Read about the beneficiaries of Heart of Giving for 2023 below. Participate online or by visiting our tables in the church hallways on Sundays now – December 17. For more info and to pick up cards, please contact Morgan Wood mwood@saintmichael.org.

Tela Honduras Mission

For fourteen years, every February a group of Saint Michael missionaries returns to Tela, Honduras, to work and worship in partnership with Espiritu Santo, an Episcopal Church and day school. In the local barrios as well as at church, we work with parishioners and senior class members to provide more than 350 children with fluoride treatments, along with toothbrushes and toothpaste, to fit over 200 adults with reading glasses and sunglasses, and to engage more than 450 students in Christian education, which includes storytelling, singing, and crafts.

Tela Honduras Mission Trip February 17 – 24, 2024

Saint Michael will send a team to Tela, Honduras February 17-24, 2024, as we continue our longtime work in this community. For more info, please contact George Baldwin gbinvest@swbell.net.

Amistad, Bolivia Youth Houses

Since 2000, Saint Michael has supported the orphaned children and adolescents of Villa Amistad in Cochabamba, Bolivia, helping to successfully bring them to independent living through life in transitional youth houses. During the pandemic, the adolescents were particularly affected by the isolation of quarantine. Our support will help them receive the educational, medical, spiritual, and emotional support they need to overcome their traumatic past.

Amistad Bolivia Youth Mission Trip July 29 – August 8, 2024 Registration open now.

The trip, led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle and the Saint Michael Youth Minister, Sam Moore, takes place from July 29 – August 8, 2024, at Villa Amistad in Bolivia. For more information, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle at rhinkle@saintmichael.org.

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