OCT. 8 | 11 AM Contemporary Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

OCTOBER 8, 2023

11 AM

CONTEMPORARY

PARISH HALL

We’re glad you’re here!

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 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.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

SUNDAY OFFERINGS

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.

9 AM

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

10 AM

Traditional Church

Joy! A Children’s Service Saint Michael Chapel

11 AM

7:30 AM 5:30 PM

Formation for All Ages

Traditional Church

Contemporary Parish Hall

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

Build Christian Disciples for a Transformed Community OUR FOCUS:

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.

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FROM THE RECTOR

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.

We’ve entered an exciting phase in our church’s life with the launch of our dual capital and annual giving campaigns. Building our Future and Building the Kingdom invite us to give generously to the work of God through Saint Michael, and I hope you’ll join us! Please visit our campaign room on Sundays or our website anytime to learn more.

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!

Slate of Nominations for 2024

TODAY AT SAINT MICHAEL

10 AM

Adult Formation

Class For Parents: What is Family For?

Led by Erin Osborne • Theater

The Jesus I Never Knew:

Mission: A Revolution of Christ

Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon

Saint Michael Chapel

The Fifth Gospel: The Land and the Bible

Led by Dr. Tim Smith

Coke Room

Young Adult Formation

Truth & Relationships II

Led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle Room 224

Youth Formation

Middle School (6th – 8th)

Green Room | Youth Center

High School (9th – 12th)

Orange Room | Youth Center

Children’s Formation

Godly Play

Room 203: Ages 3 – 6 Room 205: Ages 6 – 9

Weaving God’s Promises

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

What’s in the Bible?

With Buck Denver

Room 213: Ages 4th – 5th Grade

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

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

This slate has been ratified by the Vestry and will be voted upon at the Annual Meeting on October 22 at 10:00 a.m.

TJULIE ALLEN

SUSAN BARNICOAT

JAMES CARRY

JIM CHAMBERS

ZOE HART

DAVID HOPSON CHRIS McCLUNG

AMANDA HARRIS

LEE S. HOBSON HELEN CHERRY HOLMAN

PHILIP RITTER

STUART SIKES ANDY SMITH

WELCOME

SONG

SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

HOLY EUCHARIST: RITE II

11:00 A.M.

October 8, 2023

O LOVE THAT WILL NOT LET ME GO

O Love that will not let me go

I rest my weary soul in thee

I give thee back the life I owe

That in thine ocean depths its flow

May richer, fuller be

O light that followest all my way

I yield my flickering torch to thee

My heart restores its borrowed ray

That in thy sunshine's blaze its day

May brighter, fairer be

O Joy that seekest me through pain

I cannot close my heart to thee

I trace the rainbow through the rain

And feel the promise is not vain

That morn shall tearless be

O Cross that liftest up my head

I dare not ask to fly from thee

I lay in dust, life's glory dead

And from the ground there blossoms red

Life that shall endless be

Words by George Matheson Music by Christopher Miner ©2010 Indelible Grace Music

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 and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Let me sing for my beloved my love-song concerning his vineyard: My beloved had a vineyard on a very fertile hill. He dug it and cleared it of stones, and planted it with choice vines; he built a watchtower in the midst of it, and hewed out a wine vat in it; he expected it to yield grapes, but it yielded wild grapes. And now, inhabitants of Jerusalem and people of Judah, judge between me and my vineyard. What more was there to do for my vineyard that I have not done in it? When I expected it to yield grapes, why did it yield wild grapes? And now I will tell you what I will do to my vineyard. I will remove its hedge, and it shall be devoured; I will break down its wall, and it shall be trampled down. I will make it a waste; it shall not be pruned or hoed, and it shall be overgrown with briers and thorns; I will also command the clouds that they rain no rain upon it. For the vineyard of the Lord of hosts is the house of Israel, and the people of Judah are his pleasant planting; he expected justice, but saw bloodshed; righteousness, but heard a cry!

THE LESSON ISAIAH 5:1-7

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

SONG THANK YOU FOR SAVING ME

Thank You for saving me

What can I say

You are my ev'rything

I will sing Your praise

You shed Your blood for me

What can I say

You took my sin and shame

A sinner called by name

Great is the Lord

Great is the Lord

For we know Your truth has set us free

You've set Your hope in me

Mercy and grace are mine

Forgiven is my sin

Jesus my only hope

The Saviour of the world

Great is the Lord we cry

God let Your kingdom come

Your Word has let me see

Thank You for saving me

Great is the Lord

Great is the Lord

For we know Your truth has set us free

You've set Your hope in me

Thank You for saving me

What can I say

Thank You For Saving Me CCLI Song # 1043168 Words and music by Martin Smith © 1993 Curious? Music UK (Admin. by Integrity Music) CCLI License # 1718120

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

Jesus said, “Listen to another parable. There was a landowner who planted a vineyard, put a fence around it, dug a wine press in it, and built a watchtower. Then he leased it to tenants and went to another country. When the harvest time had come, he sent his slaves to the tenants to collect his produce. But the tenants seized his slaves and beat one, killed another, and stoned another. Again he sent other slaves, more than the first; and they treated them in the same way. Finally he sent his son to them, saying, ‘They will respect my son.’ But when the tenants saw the son, they said to themselves, ‘This is the heir; come, let us kill him and get his inheritance.” So they seized him, threw him out of the vineyard, and killed him. Now when the owner of the vineyard comes, what will he do to those tenants?” They said to him, “He will put those wretches to a miserable death, and lease the vineyard to other tenants who will give him the produce at the harvest time.” Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the scriptures: ‘The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; this was the Lord’s doing, and it is amazing in our eyes’? Therefore I tell you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people that produces the fruits of the kingdom. The one who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces; and it will crush anyone on whom it falls.” When the chief priests and the Pharisees heard his parables, they realized that he was speaking about them. They wanted to arrest him, but they feared the crowds, because they regarded him as a prophet.

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you Lord Christ.

NICENE CREED

We

SERMON THE REVEREND KENNETH H. BRANNON

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. 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.

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.

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 COME TO ME

I don’t delight in sacrifice

I don’t require an offering

A broken heart I won’t despise Whatever you have is enough to bring

Whatever you have is enough to bring

Come to me, all you that are weary

Come to me, and let your rest be found

Come to me, you lost and heavy laden

Come to me, and lay your burdens down

You striving works are all in vain

My steadfast love is all you need

I’ll bear your sorrow, feel your pain

So run to my side, you’ll be set free

So run to my side, you’ll be set free

Come to me, all you that are weary

Come to me, and let your rest be found

Come to me, you lost and heavy laden

Come to me and lay your burdens down

Stay with me

Be still and know

I’ll be your peace

You’re not alone

Stay with me

Be still and know

I’ll be your peace

You’re not alone

Come to me, all you that are weary

Come to me, and let your rest be found

Come to me, you lost and heavy laden

Come to me, and lay your burdens down

Come to me, and lay your burdens down

Words and music by Sam Allen, Justin Brooks, Clayton Luckie © 2023 Sam Allen Music (BMI); Elgie Street Music (ASCAP); Clayton Luckie Music

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 ]

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.

We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

On the night before he died for us, 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, according to his command, O Father,

We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with [ and] all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

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.

Are you hurting and broken within

Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin

Jesus is calling

Have you come to the end of yourself

Do you thirst for a drink from the well

Jesus is calling

O come to the altar

The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with

The precious blood of Jesus Christ

Leave behind your regrets and mistakes

Come today there's no reason to wait

Jesus is calling

Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy

From the ashes a new life is born

Jesus is calling

O come to the altar

The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with

The precious blood of Jesus Christ

O come to the altar

The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with

COMMUNION SONG O COME TO THE ALTAR

The precious blood of Jesus Christ

Oh what a Savior

Isn't he wonderful

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

Bow down before him

For he is Lord of all

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

Bear your cross as you wait for the crown

Tell the world of the treasure you've found

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 LAST VERSE OF O LOVE THAT WILL NOT LET ME GO

O Cross that liftest up my head I dare not ask to fly from thee

Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye CCLI Song #7051511 © 2015 Music by Elevation Worship Publishing For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License #1718120

I lay in dust, life's glory dead And from the ground there blossoms red Life that shall endless be

Words by George Matheson Music by Christopher Miner ©2010 Indelible Grace Music

DISMISSAL

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

saintmichael.org/buildingourfuture

BU I L DI NG our F U T U R E C A P I TA L C A M PA IGN

is 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.

Exceeding this goal will allow us to repair the beautiful stained glass windows in the Church, add a meditation garden adjacent to our exterior columbaria, elevate audio visual capabilities, and address increased construction costs.

WAYS TO GIVE

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

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.

JOIN US!

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.

BUIL DING our FU TURE

Kelly Compton & DeWitt McCarter

Claudia & Brian Conard

Bert Conly

Judy & Eric Conner

Squeaky & Paul Connolly

Bruce & Carter Conway

Louise & Guy Griffeth Family

Whitney & Jay Grogan

Diana & Andrew Grosso

The Hafner Family

Margaret & Barry Hancock

Zoé & Todd Hart

Lynn & Bob Abbott

Mary Abrams

Lydia & Bill Addy

Julie & Mike Allen

Chris & Paul Anderson

Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian

The Liz & Bill Armstrong Family

Margaret Badgett

Mary & George Baldwin

Hong & Jim Bass

The Beck Family

Emily & Baxter Billingsley

Monique & Tom Black

Kathleen & Robert Blair

Laura & Dan Boeckman

Allison & Chris Bovard

Dianna & Tom Bowen

Beverly & Bruce Bowman

Kathy & David Boyett

Callie & Kyle Bradford

Rachel & Ken Brannon

Gretchen & Reiner Brasch

Melanie Brewer

Paulyne & Herbert Brewer

Marla & Tony Briggle

Adele Broughton

Virginia H. Brown

Victoria & Stuart Brown

Julie & Chuck Butterworth

Jaime & Mike Buzzard

Janice & Ashburn Bywaters

Shannon Wilson Callewart

Lynne & Bob Campbell

Edna & Mark Cannata

Judy Canon

Peggy A. Carr

Cissy & Plack Carr

Melissa & James Carry

Cindy & Jay Carter

Becky & Mike Casey

Margaret Cervin

Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut

Amy & Robert Clark

Gail & Bob Clark

Nita & Cullum Clark

Garland & Mike Cohlmia

Jean & George Coleman

Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta

Harriet & Ralph Cousins

Betsy & Bennett Cullum

Mason & Allen Custard

Maria & Richard D’Antoni

Lynn & Peter Dauterman

Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison

Maureen & Robert Decherd

Elaine & Dennis Disney

Tiffany & Kyle Dixon

Mary Adair & Dee Dockery

Julie & Steven Eggers

John Ellerman

Bettina Ernst

Sarah & Tom Fenton

Netra & Ty Fitzgerald

Debbie & David Fosdick

Hayley & Carter Fournier

Kathryn & Jim Francis

Dale & Dare Gillette

Nicole & Chris Girata

Carol & Mark Goglia

Margaret & Wade Goodrich

Lillian & Gregory Greene

Jane & Greg Greene

Susan & Ralph Hawkins

Joannie & Chuck Hensley

Robin & Scott Hinkle

Ann & Lee Hobson Family

Mary Louise & David Hopson

Ann & Frank Houseman

Wells & Matthew Housson

Elizabeth & Todd Howard

Bitsy & Matt Hudnall

Bea & Walt Humann

Mary Jalonick

Jane & Pat Jenevein

Kathy & Patrick Jenevein

Erin Osborne & Vic Schmerbeck

Kate Juett

Richelle & Justin Kerber

Jim Kerr

Eugenia & Frank-Paul King

Marion & Philip Kistler

The Kneipper Family

Patty & Randy Kob

Mersine & Steve Ladik

Elizabeth & John Lang

LeAnne & Bob Langholz

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

Mary Ann & Allen Lassiter

Charles Lathem

Kathleen & Frank Lauinger

Ben Leal & Cesar Reyna

Mary & Russ Lessmann

Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb

Pam & Tom Luce

Gail & Bill Madden

Stacey & Ken Malcolmson

Charlene & Tom Marsh

Family Foundation

Maria & David Martin

Tom McConnell

Linda & John McFarland

Reggie & John McFarland

Sharon & Bill McGannon

Suzanne & Patrick McGee

Shirley & Bill McIntyre

Megan & Casey McManemin

Caroline & Doug Moore

Christi & Cory Morrow

Tori & Ross Mulford, Jr.

Diana & Geoffrey Newton

Elizabeth Norwood

Anne & Blair Oden

Carolyn & Hoddy Peck

Courtney & Price Peeler

Holly & Carlos Peña

Katherine & Bob Penn

Cassie Pericak

Heidi & Tim Perry

Nancy Perot & Rod Jones

Noralyn & Greg Pickens

Patricia Plettner

Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch

Sandra & Rick Porter

Pat & Claude Prestidge

Dianne & Hervey Priddy

Perkins-Prothro Foundation

Deena & Barry Pryor

The Beth & J. Puckett Family

Mary Stewart & Jim Ramsey

Ann Ratelle & Lee Slaton

Kelly & Michael Reddell

Katherine & Eric Reeves

Jeff & Darrel Rice

Phil Ritter

Debby & Robin Robinson

Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau

Ginger Sager

Erica & Charlie Sartain

Mary Elizabeth & Grady Schleier

Sally & Chris Schupp

Linda & Les Secrest

Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp

Sally & Scott Shafer

Sara, Michael, & Stephen Shanley

Brenda & Van Sheets

Betty & Rob Shiels

Jeanie & Stuart Sikes

Allison & Heinz Simon

Linda & Ellis Skinner

Nancy & Jim Skochdopole

Ann & Lee Slaton

Anne & Randolph Slaughter

Bliss & Pelham Smith

Charlie & Jim Smith

Kim & Jim Snyder

Margaret & Jaime Spellings

Mary & Arnold Spencer

Joan Stansbury Family

Tina & Dan Stansbury

John Bergner & Chuck Stewart

Tricia & Tom Stewart

Lauren & Stephen Swann

Susan TaCito

Laura & Paul Talbot

Sally & Ross Taylor

Donna Tenney

Michelle & Stewart Thomas

Tignor M. Thompson

Lee & David Thompson

Ali & Justin Treaster

The Fallon & Robie Vaughn Family

The Venetos Family Foundation

Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld

Sue & Jay Wagley

Cathy & Denton Walker

Kathy & Gary Wall

Kathleen & Jay Wallace

Mary & Matt Waller

Barbara & Roy Washburn

Mary Ann & Keller Webster

Hudson Weichsel

Sarah & Russell Weinberg

CiCi & Giffen Weinmann

The Wiggins Family

Mrs. Robert E. (Nancy) Wilbur

Eve & Blake Wiley

Karen & Jim Wiley

Caroline & Tony Wilks

Sherry & Robert Wilson

Kathleen & Taylor Wilson

Kristi & Scott Wilson

Nancy S. Wilson

Carol Windham

Carolyn Wittenbraker

Sudie & Gordon Worsham

Laura Worsham

Sheryl & Phil Wylie

Anonymous Donors (4)

*as of 09/27/2023

WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL Art and Sp ituality

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25

Collecting Visual and Decorative Arts: Behind the Scenes at Christie’s 11:30 AM | Parish Hall

Capera Ryan Deputy Chairman of Christie’s Americas

EPISCOPAL CHRISTIANS

Sundays, Now – October 29 | 12:15 – 1:30 p.m. | Coke Room

Led by the Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata and the Rev. Mary Lessmann

The Episcopal Christians class is for those new to Christianity, new to Saint Michael and All Angels, or members who want to revisit the core features of our belief and practice.

This offering will provide an overview of our faith and explore what it means to walk as a Christian in the Episcopal tradition. Episcopal Christians also serves as Confirmation preparation. Led by Chris Girata, Mary Lessmann, and the Rev. Andrew Grosso. The topics for this four-week course are:

Week 1: Our Anglican Heritage

Week 2: Bible & Spiritual Formation

Week 3: Worship & Sacraments

Week 4: Next Steps

Lunch is available for purchase and childcare is available with advanced registration. For more info or to register, scan the QR code or contact Beth Igoe bigoe@saintmichael.org

Gospel of Rector’s Bible Study

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Saint Michael Chapel

Scan code for more info or go to saintmichael.org/rbs.

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October 12 and 26

Packing Team: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Distribution Team: 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. at Foster Elementary School, 3700 Clover Lane, Dallas, 75220

Come join this lively team that gathers at Stephen C. Foster Elementary School to pack bags of fresh produce that will be distributed to the families of students at the school. For more information, please contact David Boldrick dbboldrick@yahoo.com.

Scan the QR Code to visit the Fall Hub!

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Adults

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ADULT FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES

Sundays at 10 a.m.

“The Jesus I Never Knew” by Philip Yancey

Now – November 19 | Saint Michael Chapel

Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon

In this study, you’ll gain a new and deeper perspective on Jesus’ ministry and teachings. Come meet Jesus again with new eyes!

Class For Parents: “The Tech-Wise Family”

Now – November 12 | Theater

Making conscientious choices about technology in our families is more than internet filters and determining screen time limits for children. It’s about developing wisdom, character, and courage in how we use digital media rather than accepting technology’s promises of ease, instant gratification, and the world’s knowledge at our fingertips.

The Fifth Gospel: “The Land and the Bible”

Sundays, Now – November 19

Led by the Dr. Tim Smith

In this class, you will be introduced to the land of the Bible, how it influences the text and the life and faith of those in God’s story and be equipped to see those influences as you read and seek to understand Scripture.

THE PASTORAL EPISTLES: WRESTLING WITH DISCIPLESHIP

Wednesday Evenings, Now – October 25

6 – 7:30 p.m. | Chapel Conference Room

This rich collection of texts offers insight to the early Christian Church. This class delves into the complexities of these texts, exploring their significance for contemporary discipleship and examines themes of personal piety, teaching in the church, and the role of “good works” in our lives. We will gain a deeper appreciation for the Pastoral Epistles and their relevance to modern discipleship. To register, email the Rev. Christian Basel at cbasel@saintmichael.org.

AGING AND FULFILLING OUR SPIRITUAL PURPOSE: FINISHING WELL

Led by Chick Deegan and Mary Ann Webster

10 a.m. – Noon | October 12 – December 7 | Parlor

Carol Osborne writes, “Admittedly, establishing and maintaining both a hopeful and realistic vision of the aging process...challenges the best of us.” 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.

Youth

saintmichael.org/youth saintmichael.org/cfm

NATIVITY PAGEANT AUDITIONS

Sundays, October 15 & 22 12:30 – 2 p.m. | Theatre

Calling all 3rd-8th graders! Sign up to audition for this year’s Nativity pageant and be a part of a wonderful tradition here at Saint Michael to share the story of Jesus’ birth with everyone! All those who audition will receive a part. Scan the QR code to sign up for a time slot! *Children ages 3 – 2nd grade will be able to sign up to participate in late November.

JOY SERVICE RECITAL SERIES

Monthly, beginning October 2 9am Joy Service | Saint Michael Chapel

Does your child take music lessons? Would they like to share their gift with our Joy Service by playing one of their pieces? Beginning October 2, we will have a once-a-month “recital” where we’d love for them to be a part of our music offering at Joy. They will share the piano/violin/vocal piece, etc. they are working on during the Offertory! If your child would be interested, please email our Director of Contemporary Music, Justin Brooks at jbrooks@saintmichael.org.

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

917 Bank Street, Dallas, TX 75223

For information on the opportunities listed below, please reach out to Katelynn Morris at kmorris@jubileecenter.org or at 214-887-1364 x 252.

Food Pantry

Mondays | 9:30 a.m. – Noon

Come help receive our weekly shipment and stock the shelves of the Jubilee Food Pantry!

Senior Meals

Wednesdays and Fridays | 10 a.m. – Noon

Help prepare and serve hot meals for our seniors and provide much-needed companionship!

P.T. CRUISERS VISIT THE KIMBALL

Thursday, October 19

Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. | South Entrance RSVP by Sunday, October 15

We will go visit an old friend—the Kimball Art Museum in Fort Worth. Lunch will be at Ginger Brown’s. For reservations, please call Bonita Frederick at 214-728-6440.

NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES

2875 Merrell Road, Dallas

Clothes Closet

Spanish Speaking helpful but not required Wednesdays | 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Sort Donations and assist clients with selections

Food Pantry

Spanish Speaking helpful but not required

Monday – Thursday | 8 a.m. – Noon

Sort food, fill bags with food, then distribute food.

Interviewers/Intake

Monday – Friday

2 – 3 hour shifts between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Interview/evaluate clients asking for rent/utility assistance. Assist NDSM in determining eligibility.

Pastoral Care

saintmichael.org/pastoralcare

GRACEFUL HEALING: NAVIGATING GRIEF WITH HOPE

Led by the Rev. Christian Basel

Wednesdays, Now – October 18 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Youth Center Room 226 (Orange Room)

Loss touches all of us in different ways, but you do not have to walk this journey alone. Graceful Healing is a six-week grief and support ministry at Saint Michael for those who are experiencing a loss of any kind. Through a combination of scriptural reflection, personal experiences, and meaningful discussion, we will build an encouraging and uplifting community together and explore how faith offers us hope in the most difficult of times. Contact the Rev. Christian Basel, cbasel@saintmichael.org, to RSVP or with any questions.