NOV. 13 | 11 AM Contemporary Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

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.

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

1. 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.

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

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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.

Rob Springer leads our Welcome and Connection 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@saintmichael.org.

We’re glad you’re here!

FROM

THE RECTOR

Welcome! I’m very glad you’ve joined us for worship today. If you’re new or new-ish, please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page of in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.

I also hope you’ll visit our I Believe In Angels and Heart of Giving volunteers in the hallways today to purchase Christmas gifts for the beautiful children of Jubilee and support ministry partners right here In Dallas..

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!

FORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS

sunday november 13

5:30 p.m. Service | Church 6:30 – 8 p.m. Reception | Garden Cloister featuring the Heritage Brass Band!

bring your friends and neighbors and join us in saying "Thank you!" to our veterans for their incredible service.

10 AM 5:30 PM

Adult Formation Class For Parents: Intentional Parenting: Serious Fun The Rev. Christian Basel • Theater

Reading the Bible for All Its Worth: The Visual & Linguistic Context Dr. Tim Smith Saint Michael Chapel Outrageous Prayers of the Bible Dr. Elizabeth Lang • Coke Room

Children Formation Godly Play

Room 203: Level 1 (Ages 3-6) Room 205: Level 2 (Ages 6-9)

Weaving God’s Promises

Room 214: Ages PreK-1st Grade Room 216: Ages 2nd-3rd Grade

What’s in the Bible? Room 213: Ages 4th-5th Grade

Youth Formation Middle School 6th – 7th Grade • Green Room High School Orange Room Other Events

Veterans Day Service Church

Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. in rooms 13–16.

For a full listing of fall offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/fall22

SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

HOLY EUCHARIST: RITE II

11:00 A.M. November 13, 2022

WELCOME SONG BUILD MY LIFE

Worthy of ev'ry song we could ever sing Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe We live for You We live for You

Jesus the name above ev'ry other name Jesus the only one who could ever save Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe We live for You We live for You

Holy there is no one like You There is none beside You

Open up my eyes in wonder and show me who You are And fill me with Your heart And lead me in Your love to those around me

Jesus the name above ev'ry other name Jesus the only one who could ever save Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe We live for You We live for You

Holy there is no one like You

There is none beside You Open up my eyes in wonder and show me who You are And fill me with Your heart And lead me in Your love to those around me

I will build my life upon Your love It is a firm foundation I will put my trust in You alone And I will not be shaken

Holy there is no one like You

There is none beside You Open up my eyes in wonder and show me who You are And fill me with Your heart And lead me in Your love to those around me

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.

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever

hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

THE LESSON MALACHI 4:1-2a

See, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble; the day that comes shall burn them up, says the Lord of hosts, so that it will leave them neither root nor branch. But for you who revere my name the sun of righteousness shall rise, with healing in its wings.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

SONG OPEN UP MY EYES

Open up my eyes Open up my heart Open up my ears So I can listen

Open up my eyes Open up my heart Open up my ears So I can listen Lord, let Your Word Be upon my mind And upon my lips And upon my heart

Open up my eyes Open up my heart Open up my ears So I can listen Open up my eyes

Open up my heart

Open up my ears So I can listen

Lord, let Your Word Be upon my mind And upon my lips And upon my heart

THE GOSPEL LUKE 21:5 19

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When some were speaking about the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and gifts dedicated to God, Jesus said, “As for these things that you see, the days will come when not one stone will be left upon another; all will be thrown down.” They asked him, “Teacher, when will this be, and what will be the sign that this is about to take place?” And he said, “Beware that you are not led astray; for many will come in my name and say, ‘I am he!’ and, ‘The time is near!’ Do not go after them. When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for these things must take place first, but the end will not follow immediately.” Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and plagues; and there will be dreadful portents and great signs from heaven. But before all this occurs, they will arrest you and persecute you; they will hand you over to synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors because of my name. This will give you an opportunity to testify. So make up your minds not to prepare your defense in advance; for I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to withstand or contradict. You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers, by relatives and friends; and they will put some of you to death. You will be hated by all because of my name. But not a hair of your head will perish. By your endurance you will gain your souls.”

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, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made.

THE REVEREND KENNETH H. BRANNON

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 IV

Grant, Almighty God, that all who confess your Name may be united in your truth, live together in your love, and reveal your glory in the world.

Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

Guide the people of this land, and of all the nations, in the ways of justice and peace; that we may honor one another and serve the common good.

Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

Give us all a reverence for the earth as your own creation, that we may use its resources rightly in the service of others and to your honor and glory.

Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

Bless all whose lives are closely linked with ours, and grant that we may serve Christ in them, and love one another as he loves us.

Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or spirit; give them courage and hope in their troubles, and bring them the joy of your salvation.

Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

We commend to your mercy all who have died, that your will for them may be fulfilled; and we pray that we may share with all your saints in your eternal kingdom. Lord, in your mercy Hear our prayer.

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.

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.

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 SURELY IT IS GOD WHO SAVES

Surely it is God who saves I will trust and not be afraid

For the Lord is my sure defense And he will be my Savior

Therefore you shall draw water and rejoice from the salvation spring on that day you shall say, "Give thanks to the Lord" and call upon his name

Surely it is God who saves I will trust and not be afraid

For the Lord is my sure defense And he will be my Savior

Make his deeds known among the people That they remember his name on high Give praise to the Lord for he has done great things and this is known in all the world

Surely it is God who saves I will trust and not be afraid

For the Lord is my sure defense And he will be my Savior

Cry aloud, O Zion, ring out your joy For the Great One with you is the Holy One of Israel

Glory to the Father, the Son, to the Holy Spirit As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever Amen

COMMUNION RITE II PRAYER A

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 ]

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.

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.

Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia

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 ALL WHO ARE THIRSTY

All who are thirsty All who are weak Come to the fountain Dip your heart in the stream of life

Let the pain and the sorrow Be washed away In the waves of His mercy As deep cries out to deep

Come Lord Jesus come Come Lord Jesus come (REPEAT)

All who are thirsty All who are weak Come to the fountain Dip your heart in the stream of life

Let the pain and the sorrow Be washed away In the waves of His mercy As deep cries out to deep

Come Lord Jesus come Come Lord Jesus come (REPEAT)

Holy Spirit come Holy Spirit come (REPEAT)

Come Lord Jesus come Come Lord Jesus come (REPEAT)

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 ALL WHO ARE THIRSTY

Come Lord Jesus come Come Lord Jesus come (REPEAT)

DISMISSAL

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.

CANDLELIT COMPLINE

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20

8 p.m. in the Church Doors open at 7:30 p.m.!

Come prepare for the holiday season and de-stress by concluding your weekend in peace and quiet. Consider bringing friends who don't regularly attend church. Join us for a reception immediately following the service.

SaintMichael.org/Compline

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 and includes the appearance of a very 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

WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL Bridging the Divide

St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange 5 Highland Park Village 5–7 p.m.

SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/WOMEN

December 4 4 p.m. in the Church

Christmas giving Opportunities

I believe in angels

Now – DECember 17

I BELIEVE IN angels I BELIEVE IN angels

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. Volunteers are needed to sort, process, and wrap gifts, bake cookies, and distribute gifts to families.

Heart of giving

Now – DECember 20

As a meaningful complement to Christmas gifts, Heart of Giving offers a thoughtful way to spread the spirit of the season by purchasing tax-deductible cards for family and friends. Each card describes how your gift provides tangible benefits for Mission and Outreach initiatives. Participate online or by visiting our tables on Sundays beginning November 20.

Outreach Opportunities

JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER

THANKSGIVING SENIOR LUNCHEON

Thursday, November 17 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the senior residents of Jubilee Park. Volunteers are needed to serve at the luncheon and to donate Thanksgiving meal bags. Scan the QR code to sign up! Drop off meal bags at the south entrance on Sunday, November 13.

VNA’S THE POWER OF PIE

Sales: Now–November 18 Distribution: November 22–23

Purchase crafted breads for $15 or pies for $25, and you will help provide food, friendship, and comfort to North Texas seniors. 100% of the proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels and Hospice programs. For more info or to purchase, visit powerofpie.org

Pastoral Care

PRAYING OUR GOODBYES

Led by The Rev. Christian Basel November 16 10–11:30 a.m.

Parlor

Praying our Goodbyes is a mourning and grief support ministry that addresses grief of any kind—such as a death, a job loss, a business, a home, or divorce. Utilizing readings from the book, Praying Our Goodbyes by Joyce Rupp, Christian helps those in attendance examine their grief and recognize it. To RSVP or for questions, contact the Rev. Christian Basel, cbasel@saintmichael.org

CARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUP

Led by Gayl Braymer

Every Monday 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Parlor

Caregiving a loved one can be isolating and overwhelming. Our group provides confidential, loving support to those involved in caregiving. We seek to give emotional support and resource suggestions to those in need. Contact Gayl Braymer, gaylbraymer@gmail.com to enroll or with questions.

New Adult Formation Offerings

READING THE BIBLE FOR ALL ITS WORTH

Led by Dr. Tim Smith Sundays, Now–November 20 10 a.m.

Saint Michael Chapel

The goal of this class is to get you excited and reengaged in discovering God’s Word anew by learning the original meaning of a text. To do that, we’ll teach you some frameworks, and share tools and resources that will forever change how you engage and read God’s Word.

OUTRAGEOUS PRAYERS OF THE BIBLE

Led by Dr. Elizabeth Lang Sundays, Now–November 20 10 a.m.

Coke Room

Elizabeth Lang will lead us in examining a variety of prayers in the Bible so that we can discover what speaks to each of us about prayer. There are many questions and answers that come from exploring outrageous prayers in the Bible. These may free us to pray with honesty and faith.

CLASS FOR PARENTS

Led by the Rev. Christian Basel Sundays, Today–December 18 10 a.m.

Theater

The Class for Parents will begin a new six-week study on “The Case for Christ,” by Lee Strobel, which confronts the difficult questions around who Christ is and will help to equip us in both understanding and discussing faith with our families. Please join us!

Honduras Threads

POP-UP SALE

Sunday, December 4 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Parlor

Stop by and shop! Honduras Threads supports embroidery cooperatives in rural Honduran villages to enable the women to earn money to support themselves and their families.

Youth

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY

Today!

5–7 p.m. in the Youth Center

As part of our observance of Veterans Day, our youth will help to honor the veterans who faithfully served. We will prepare backpacks for homeless veterans in Dallas. Youth will attend the Veterans Day Service and present the bags for blessing. Youth will then attend the reception following the service so they can meet some of the veterans. Youth families are encouraged to join us for the service at 5:30 p.m. in the church and the following reception.

DONUT OLYMPICS

Sunday, November 20 5–7 p.m. in the Youth Center

Join us for a fun and messy night of Donut Olympics! You’ll compete in several donut-themed games for the honor of wearing the golden donut. Scan the QR code to sign up!

MISSION TRIP TO AMISTAD, BOLIVIA

June 27, 2023–July 4, 2023

The Rev. Robin Hinkle is inviting our youth (rising 9th–12th grades as of June 2023), to join our Youth Mission Team that will head to Amistad, Bolivia. We will be staying at the La Morada in Amistad Villa where we will spend the week with children sharing friendship, fun, and meals! Contact Robin Hinkle, rhinkle@saintmichael.org, with questions.

• Sign-ups are live today, November 13, at 1 p.m. Scan the QR code above to sign up!

• Cost: approximately $1,750 per person

• Youth will earn a minimum of 70 service hours

• Limited to 14 missionaries

Prime Timers

P.T. CRUISERS VISIT HERITAGE VILLAGE Thursday, November 17 Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. RSVP to Bonita Frederick, 214-728-6440

Join the Prime Timers for their field trip to Dallas’s Heritage Village, a beautiful step into the past. As you stroll through the grounds, you’ll discover how crops were grown, how animals were cared for, how family life progressed, and how the sense of community developed for Texans over 100 years ago.

Music

CHERUB CHOIR IS BACK!

Wednesdays in Room 206 3–4:15 p.m. SMES students, PreK–Kindergarten 5–6:15 p.m. PreK–2nd grade

You and your child are invited to join the Saint Michael Church Cherub Choir! Children in Preschool–2nd grade have a special opportunity to deepen their performing arts education. Each Wednesday, the Cherub Choir meets to hear Bible stories, participate in faith-based activities, learn to sing songs, and engage in music and movement-based games. For more info, contact Catherine Hinkley, chinkley@saintmichael.org, or Madelyn Ivy, mivy@saintmichael.org

NATIVITY PAGEANT SIGN-UPS ARE OPEN!

Calling all children ages 3–2nd grade! Everyone who signs up will receive a part based on your age or grade. The first Full Cast Rehearsal will be on Saturday, December 3, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. in the church (rehearsal times for specific ages/grades will be released closer to rehearsal date) and the Dress Rehearsal will be on Saturday, December 10, 9-11:30 a.m. in the church. The Nativity Pageant will be held on Sunday, December 11, during the 11 a.m. traditional service in the church. Contact Catherine Hinkley, chinkley@saintmichael.org, or Madelyn Ivy, mivy@saintmichael.org, for any questions. Scan the QR code to sign up today!