THE TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SAINT MICHAEL CHAPEL | 9 AM
JOY! A Childr en’s Service NOVEMBER 19, 2023
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.
7:30 AM
While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:
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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.
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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 Joy! A Children’s Service Saint Michael Chapel
10 AM
Formation for All Ages
11 AM
Traditional Church
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.
Contemporary Parish Hall
5:30 PM
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.
FROM THE RECTOR 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. 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 in person or our website 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!
TODAY AT SAINT MICHAEL 10 Adult Formation
AM Class For Parents: The Tech Wise Family: The Big Picture
Led by the Rev. Greg Pickens • Theater The Jesus I Never Knew:
The Difference He Makes 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 Episcopal Perspective of God A Conversation with Rev. Christian Basel & Rob Springer-Kyle 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: 4th – 5th Grade
Season 16 | Advent 2023 BECOMING TOGETHER
New Episodes Every Weekday, December 4 – 22, 2023
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.
Joy: A Eucharist for Children Welcome Standing
The Lighting Of The Christ Candle “The Light of Christ” The light of Christ has come into the world. The light of Christ has come into the world. Public Domain
The Opening Song “I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy” I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart. Down in my heart. I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart to stay. Refrain: And I’m so happy, so very happy. I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart. And I’m so happy, so very happy. I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart. Other verses: I’ve got the peace that passes understanding. Refrain I’ve got the love of Jesus, love of Jesus. Refrain Public Domain
The Opening Acclamation Celebrant People
Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
The Collect Celebrant People Celebrant
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The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.
Dear God, you give us so many gifts. Make us good stewards of what you offer to us. Amen.
The Gospel Procession “I have decided to follow Jesus” I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back. Other verses: Though none go with me, still I will follow. The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus. The cross before me, the world behind me. Public Domain
The Bible Story
Please be seated
The Song After The Story “Jesus In The Morning” Jesus, Jesus, Jesus in the morning, Jesus in the noontime. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus when the sun goes down. Other verses: Praise him. Love him. Serve him. African-American Spiritual; Public Domain
The Children’s Creed
Standing Celebrant and People
I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world. I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me. I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation. The Sunday School Prayer
Celebrant and People
God be in my head. God be in my heart. God be in my left hand. God be in my right hand. God be in my whole life. Thanks be to God. Amen. Additional Prayers and Silence Reader
Let us thank God for our families, friends, and our pets. We pray to you, O Lord.
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People Reader People
Lord, hear our prayer. Let us praise God for God’s love and goodness, and for our blessings. We pray to you, O Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.
Reader People
Let us pray to God to help others. We pray to you, O Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.
Reader People
Let us ask God for the things we need; may we enjoy the food we eat, the home we live in, the health that we have, and when we are sick that we may be well soon. We pray to you O, Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.
The Children’s Confession Celebrant People
For the times we have hurt others. Forgive us, God.
Celebrant People
For the times we have acted selfishly. Forgive us, God.
Celebrant People
For the times we have been slow to forgive others. Forgive us, God.
Celebrant People
For the times we have not remembered your love for us. Forgive us, God.
The Peace Please be seated for the Announcements.
Celebrant People
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
The Birthday Blessing All
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Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase: bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Offertory “I Want To Walk As A Child Of The Light” I want to walk as a child of the light. I want to follow Jesus. God set the stars to give light to the world. The star of my life is Jesus. Refrain: In Him there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. I want to see the brightness of God. I want to look at Jesus. Clear sun of righteousness shine on my path, and show me the way to the Father. Refrain. I’m looking for the coming of Christ. I want to be with Jesus. When we have run with patience the race, we shall know the joy of Jesus. Refrain. Words and Music by Kathleen Thomerson © 1987, GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago, Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
Standing
The Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. The Prayers Over The Bread and Wine To Thank God For Jesus Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
The Eucharistic Prayer continues.
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The Lord’s Prayer 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. Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant. Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.
The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant 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 Songs “God Made the Sun” God made the sun, and God made the trees. God made the mountains, and God made me. Thank you, O Lord, for the sun and the trees. For making the mountains, for making me. Public Domain
“Eat This Bread” Eat this bread, drink this cup, come to me and never be hungry. Eat this bread, drink this cup, trust in me and you will not thirst. Words: John 6; adapt. by Robert J. Batastini, and the Taize Community Copyright: © 1984 Les Presses de Taize. Used by permission of GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago. Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
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“Amazing Grace” Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see! ‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed. The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures; He will my shield and portion be as long as life endures. Through many dangers, toils, and snares I have already come. ‘Tis grace has brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home. When we’ve been there ten thousand years bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun. Words: St. 1-4 John Newton (1725-1807), St. 5 attributed to John Rees, fl. 1859 Public Domain
“I Am The Bread Of Life” I am the bread of life. They who come to me shall not hunger. They who believe in me shall not thirst. No one can come to me unless the Father draw them. Refrain: And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day. The bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world, And they who eat of this bread, they shall live forever,
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they shall live forever. Refrain. Unless you eat of the flesh of the Son of Man and drink of his blood, you shall not have life within you, you shall not have life within you. Refrain. I am the resurrection, I am the life. They who believe in me, even if they die, they shall live forever. Refrain. Yes, Lord, we believe that you are the Christ, The Son of God who has come into the world. Refrain Standing Celebrant and People
Words and Music: Suzanne Toolan. Copyright © 1971, GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
Thank You To God For Our Time Together Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen. A Blessing The Dismissal Celebrant People
Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Thanks be to God.
The Closing Song “Rejoice in the Lord Always” Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice! Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice! Public Domain
Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 unless otherwise noted. The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979. The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church. This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.
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BUILDING our FUTURE LDI BUI NG
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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
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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.
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.
JOIN US!
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
Allison & Chris Bovard
Mary Abrams
Jim Bovard
Lydia & Bill Addy
Dianna & Tom Bowen
Leslie & Nassi Agouridis
Beverly & Bruce Bowman
Julie & Mike Allen
Kathy & David Boyett
Chris & Paul Anderson
Callie & Kyle Bradford
Mary & Jerry Andrlik
Rachel & Ken Brannon
Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian
Gretchen & Reiner Brasch
The Liz & Bill Armstrong Family
Gayl & Bill Braymer
Margaret Badgett
David Brewer
Betty & Jimmy Baird
Melanie Brewer
Elizabeth Baker
Paulyne & Herbert Brewer
Mary & George Baldwin
Marla & Tony Briggle
Pam Barbera
Margaret & Dave Briggs
Susan Barnicoat
Adele Broughton
Hong & Jim Bass
Virginia Brown
Rebecca & Wilson Bauer
Victoria & Stuart Brown
The Beck Family
Sharon & Ron Brown
Stephen Beckham
Rosamond Brown
Amsler & Don Bell
Gail & Jim Browne
Emily & Baxter Billingsley
Elizabeth & Bob Buchanan
Monique & Tom Black
Susan Buddendorf
Kathleen & Robert Blair
Pam Busbee
Christy Blumenfeld
Julie & Chuck Butterworth
Laura & Dan Boeckman
Jaime & Mike Buzzard
Martha Hellman Bogdon
Janice & Ashburn Bywaters
Katherine & Darren Boruff
Lindsey Cade
Len Bourland
Mary Agnes Cain
Shannon Wilson Callewart
Betsy & Bennett Cullum
Lauren Callon
Mason & Allen Custard
Lynne & Bob Campbell
Maria & Richard D’Antoni
Edna & Mark Cannata
Lynn & Peter Dauterman
The Canon Family
Rita & Dick Davis
Peggy Carr
Susan & Scott Davis
Cissy & Plack Carr
Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison
Carol & Dick Carrington
Maureen & Robert Decherd
Melissa & James Carry
Janet & Lee Dettra
Cindy & Jay Carter
Elaine & Dennis Disney
Becky & Mike Casey
Tiffany & Kyle Dixon
Merrilee & Michael Cate
Mary Adair & Dee Dockery
Rachel & Aaron Cathey
Rozi & Bill Doreen
Margaret Cervin
Melvyn Douglas
Betsy & Jim Chambers
Kay & Robert Dozier
Suzanne & Lance Charriere
Julie & Steven Eggers
Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut
John Ellerman
Amy & Robert Clark
Bettina Ernst
Gail & Bob Clark
Joan Faubion
Nita & Cullum Clark
Pauline & Steve Fellows
Coley Clark
Sarah & Tom Fenton
Garland & Mike Cohlmia
Wendy Finley
Anne Coke
Netra & Ty Fitzgerald
Judy Cole
Libby & Mark Flory
Jean & George Coleman
Charlotte & John Flowers
Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta
Debbie & David Fosdick
Kelly Compton & DeWitt McCarter
Hayley & Carter Fournier
Leslie & George Conant
Kathryn & Jim Francis
Claudia & Brian Conard
Judy Friedel
Bert Conly
Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell
Judy & Eric Conner
Ruthie Garrett
Squeaky & Paul Connolly
Allison & James Giebink
Carter & Bruce Conway
Cindy & Kevin Gill
Harriet & Ralph Cousins
Dale & Dare Gillette
Gina & Barry Craig
Nicole & Chris Girata
Mimi & Pax Glenn
Ann & Frank Houseman
Paula Lewis-Patterson
Kennie & John Neal
Carol & Mark Goglia
Wells & Matthew Housson
Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb
Diane & Jack Nealon
Margaret & Wade Goodrich
Elizabeth & Todd Howard
Heather Lorch
Nancy & Steve Neuhoff
Jo & Joe Goyne
Bitsy & Matt Hudnall
Pam & Tom Luce
Katherine & Jim Neuhoff
Sue & Andrew Gray
Sandra Hughes
Gail & Bill Madden
Diana & Geoffrey Newton
Grace-anne & David Greenblatt
Cindy & Tom Hughes
Marti Mahaffey
Elizabeth Norwood
Lillian & Gregory Greene
Donna & Rob Hull
Stacey & Ken Malcolmson
Tamara & Tim O’Connor
Jane & Greg Greene
Bea & Walt Humann
Ted Manikas
Carol Oakes
Louise & Guy Griffeth Family
Mary Jalonick
Catherine Marrs
Anne & Blair Oden
Whitney & Jay Grogan
Jane & Pat Jenevein
Becky & Ron Odlozil
Diana & Andrew Grosso
Kathy & Patrick Jenevein
Charlene & Tom Marsh Family Foundation
Mary Kay & Larry Guevel
Bob Johnston
The Hafner Family
Kate Juett
Margaret & Barry Hancock
Kathy & Kevin Kelley
Sarah & Frank Hamlin
Mary Ellen & William Kendall
Molly & William Hardy
Leslie & Ed Kennedy
Electra & Jeff Harelson
Richelle & Justin Kerber
Marianne & Michael Harmuth
Jim Kerr
Anne Harper
Marcia & Mark King
Nancy & Howell Harralson
Eugenia & Frank-Paul King
Amanda & Neil Harris
Barbara & Jerry King
Zoé & Todd Hart
Marion & Philip Kistler
Susan & Ralph Hawkins
Kristin Kline
Debbie & Goose Hayhurst
The Kneipper Family
Kay & Steve Head
Patty & Randy Kob
Liz & Jeff Helfrich
Rob Springer-Kyle & Tom Kyle
Joannie & Chuck Hensley
Mersine & Steve Ladik
Beverly & Richard Herrscher
Cynthia Lane
Carol & Henry Hill
Elizabeth & John Lang
Robin & Scott Hinkle
LeAnne & Bob Langholz
Ann & Lee Hobson Family
Mary Ann & Allen Lassiter
Carrie & Tom Hoffman
Charles Lathem
Barbara Hollis
Kathleen & Frank Lauinger
Sylvia & Michael Hood
Ben Leal & Cesar Reyna
Mary Louise & David Hopson
Mary & Russ Lessmann
Maria & David Martin Taylor & Michael Massad Sissy & Mike Massad Mary Massengale Tom McConnell Melissa & Don McCoy Linda & John McFarland Reggie & John McFarland Sharon & Bill McGannon Suzanne & Patrick McGee Melanie McGill Jane & Ray McGowen Victoria & Hunter McGrath Shirley & Bill McIntyre Gretchen McKenzie Megan & Casey McManemin Lucy McRae Vollet Tink Moir Patti & John Monger Kaysie & Harold Montgomery Caroline & Doug Moore Mary Morgan Christi & Cory Morrow Tori & Ross Mulford Jennifer & Noble Nash
Christine & Kurt Oesterling Sue & Bob Patton Carolyn & Hoddy Peck Courtney & Price Peeler Kittye & Bill Peeler Gray-Leigh Peeler Holly & Carlos Peña Katherine & Bob Penn Cassie Pericak Perkins-Prothro Foundation Nancy Perot & Rod Jones Heidi & Tim Perry Noralyn & Greg Pickens Mollie & Paul Pin Patricia Plettner Sallie Plummer Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch Sandra & Rick Porter Pat & Claude Prestidge Carol Price Dianne & Hervey Priddy Deena & Barry Pryor The Beth & J. Puckett Family Lutetia & Jackson Raley Mary Stewart & Jim Ramsey
Ann Ratelle & Lee Slaton
Brenda & Van Sheets
Lee & David Thompson
Carol Windham
Kelly & Michael Reddell
Burton Shepherd
Dixey Thornton
Carolyn Wittenbraker
Annie & Wade Reece
Betty & Rob Shiels
Mary Ann & George Till
Sudie & Gordon Worsham
Paula & Bill Reed
Andy Shoup
Ali & Justin Treaster
Laura Worsham
Katherine & Eric Reeves
Jeanie & Stuart Sikes
Susan Tritschler
Lucy Wrubel
Liz Respess
Allison & Heinz Simon
Cindy Turner
Sheryl & Phil Wylie
Debbie & Tom Rhodus
Barbara & Mitch Singleton
The Fallon & Robie Vaughn Family
Kathy & John Yeaman
Jeff & Darrel Rice
Linda & Ellis Skinner
The Venetos Family
Barbara & Michael York
Janie Richard
Nancy & Jim Skochdopole
Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld
Anonymous Donors (5)
Jim Richards
Ann & Lee Slaton
Sue & Jay Wagley
Phil Ritter
Anne & Randolph Slaughter
Cathy & Denton Walker
Debby & Robin Robinson
Bliss & Pelham Smith
Kathy & Gary Wall
Christie & Clayton Rodriguez
Charlie & Jim Smith
Kathleen & Jay Wallace
Julie & Paul Rogers
Jinny Smith
Mary & Matt Waller
Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau
Jeanne & J.C. Snead
Barbara & Roy Washburn
Michele & Shad Rowe
Kim & Jim Snyder
Pam Watkins
Jack Rubarth
Margaret & Jaime Spellings
The Brad Watson Family
Jennifer & Thomas Russell
Mary & Arnold Spencer
Mary Ann & Keller Webster
Ginger Sager
The Joan Stansbury Family
Hudson Weichsel
Courtney Campbell & Richard Samade
Tina & Dan Stansbury
Sarah & Russell Weinberg
Laurie & Joe Sando
LaRee & Alan Stein
CiCi & Giffen Weinmann
Erica & Charlie Sartain
John Bergner & Chuck Stewart
Shannon & Craig Werthmann
Mary Elizabeth & Grady Schleier
Tricia & Tom Stewart
Kay & Leo Whelan
Erin Osborne & Vic Schmerbeck
Brian Stock
The Wiggins Family
Mardie & Alan Schoellkopf
Harriet Stoneham
Mrs. Robert E. (Nancy) Wilbur
Dick & Nita Scholtz
Caroline Summers
Paige Wilbur
Sally & Chris Schupp
Lauren & Stephen Swann
Eve & Blake Wiley
Diana Sears
Susan TaCito
Karen & Jim Wiley
Marillyn & Gus Seeberger
Laura & Paul Talbot
Caroline & Tony Wilks
Linda & Les Secrest
Sally & Ross Taylor
Elizabeth Williams
Rob See
Madalyn Teal
Kathleen & Taylor Wilson
Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp
Ellen & Howard Templin
Kelly & John Wilson
Elizabeth & John Selzer
Donna Tenney
Kristi & Scott Wilson
Sally & Scott Shafer
Michelle & Stewart Thomas
Sherry & Robert Wilson
Sara, Michael, & Stephen Shanley
Tig Thompson
Nancy Wilson
*as of 11/08/2023
Molly & William Hardy Susan & Scott Davis Electra & Jeff Harelson Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison Marianne & Michael Harmuth Maureen & Robert Decherd Anne Harper Janet & Lee Dettra Nancy & Howell Harralson Elaine & Dennis Disney Amanda & Neil Harris Mary Adair & Dee Dockery Saint Michael would like to thank the following Judy & Joe Hawley Melvyn Douglas parishioners for their support of the 2024 year: Kathy Hayes Kay & Robert Dozier Debbie & Goose Hayhurst Cynthia Dutter Elizabeth & Bob Buchanan Lynn & Bob Abbott Kay & Steve Head John Ellerman Susan Buddendorf Sandy & Mark Ables Liz & Jeff Helfrich Liz Ann Ellinor Steve Burk Lydia & Bill Addy Joannie & Chuck Hensley Joyce & Mike Ernst Pam Busbee Leslie & Nassi Agouridis Beverly & Richard Herrscher Joan Faubion Julie & Chuck Butterworth Julie Albert Michael Hill Pauline & Steve Fellows Janice & Ashburn Bywaters Julie & Mike Allen Sarah Hobbs Pauline Newton & Steve Fellows Anne & Michael Caffey Mary & Jerry Andrlik Carrie & Tom Hoffman Sarah & Tom Fenton Mary Agnes Cain Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian Maggie Hoffman Terese Finitzo Lauren Callon Margaret Badgett Sam Hoffman Wendy Finley Lynne & Bob Campbell Betty & Jimmy Baird Barbara Hollis Libby & Mark Flory Edna & Mark Cannata Elizabeth Baker Mary Louise & David Hopson Charlotte & John Flowers Mary Elizabeth & Scott Canon Mary & George Baldwin Ingrid & Carter Houghton Mary Jo & Bart Forbes Peggy Carr Pam Barbera Ann & Frank Houseman Debbie & David Fosdick Carol & Dick Carrington Susan Barnicoat Elizabeth & Todd Howard Dru Francis Cindy & Jay Carter Kay & Rick Barry Bitsy & Matt Hudnall Kathryn & Jim Francis Becky & Mike Casey Hong & Jim Bass Sandra Hughes Bonita Frederick Merrilee & Michael Cate Steve Beckham Cindy & Tom Hughes Judy Friedel Rachel & Aaron Cathey Amsler & Don Bell Donna & Rob Hull Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell Margaret Cervin Monique & Tom Black Bea & Walt Humann Ruthie Garrett Betsy & Jim Chambers Kalita & Ed Blessing Nell Anne Hunt Cindy & Kevin Gill Suzanne & Lance Charriere Laura & Dan Boeckman Elizabeth & Cliff Hutchinson Marcia Gillen Charles Chernosky Martha & Wade Bogdon Susan Tucker & Jim Huth Dare & Dale Gillette Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut Susan & David Boldrick Kathy & Patrick Jenevein Nicole & Chris Girata Coley Clark Allison & Chris Bovard Bob Johnston Mimi & Pax Glenn Kendall & Craig Clark Jim Bovard Patricia Jones Carol & Mark Goglia Gail & Bob Clark Rachel & Ken Brannon Barbara & Peter Kandel Margaret & Smokey Goodrich Anne Coke Gretchen & Reiner Brasch Kathy & Kevin Kelley Jo & Joe Goyne Judy Cole Gayl & Bill Braymer Mary Ellen & William Kendall Robert Graham Jean & George Coleman Marla & Tony Briggle Leslie & Ed Kennedy Sue & Andrew Gray Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta Margaret & Dave Briggs Barbara & Jerry King Grace-anne & David Greenblatt Leslie & George Conant Adele Broughton Eugenia & Frank-Paul King Jane & Greg Greene Judy & Eric Conner Mary Brouillette Wendy & Edward King Louise & Guy Griffeth Squeaky & Paul Connolly Ginger Brown Marcia & Mark King Whitney & Jay Grogan Laura Coomes Sharon & Ron Brown Kristin Kline Mary Kay & Larry Guevel Amy Youngquist & David Cowling Rosamond Brown Kate & Ryan Kneipper Eunice Hamlin Maria & Richard D’Antoni Gail & Jim Browne Melinda & Mark Knowles Joanne Hardaway
Patti & Tom Swiley Jim Richards Margaret Ann and Bob Dyer Susan TaCito Phil RitterCervin LauraSally & Paul Talbot Christie Betsy andRodriguez Jim Chambers B. Earnest Sally & Ross Taylor Julie & Paul Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Chapman Julie and Steven Eggers Madalyn Teal Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau Charles Chernosky John Ellerman Ellen & Howard Templin Michele & Shad Rowe Croft Chestnut Stacy and Chris Elliston Michelle & Stewart Thomas Amanda Dake & Chris Rowley Gwendolyn Bobby Chestnut Adelaide and Chase Erickson Tig Thompson Jack and Rubarth Gail&and Clark Debra andThornton Thomas Erickson Dixey Susan RickBob Russell Sara&and EddieRussell Clark Jan&Farabaugh Mary Ann George Till Jennifer Thomas Carolyn Tilley Ginger Jeane andSager Mark Clayton Joan Faubion Sue Tritschler Cynthia Sample Bonnie Cobb Anita and David Feherty Marla&and Briggle Jo Tuck Mardie & Alan Schoellkopf Christine KurtTony Oesterling Anne Coke Pauline and Steve Fellows Cindy Turner Cathy & Tom Schulz Liz Oliphant Mr. and Mrs. Steve Brooks Judy Cole Sarah and Tom Fenton Stephanie & Wes Tydlaska Sally & Chris Schupp Mr. andRob Mrs.Parks Phillip Brooks Jr. Jean and&George Coleman Fallon &Terese RobieFinitzo Vaughn Carolyn Jack Sears Jennifer & Pablo Pascal Adele Broughton Kimberly and Joe Colonnetta Wendy Walters Finley Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld Linda & Les Secrest Sue & Bob Patton Ginger Brown Cristie Columbus and Clayton Roberts Cathy Jerri&Ann and Stuart Denton WalkerFitts Rob See Carolyn & Hoddy Peck Rosamond Brown Kathy Gary Mark Wall Flory Marillyn & Gus Seeberger Gray-Leigh Peeler Leslie and George Conant Mr. and& Mrs. Victoria Kathleen & Jay Wallace Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp Kittye &and BillStuart PeelerBrown Harriet and Ralph Cousins Charlotte and John Flowers Brown Mary & Matt Waller Elizabeth & John Selzer Holly &Bart Carlos Pena Ms. Michele M. Crick Mary Jo and Bart Forbes Barbara & Roy Washburn Sara Shanley Katherine & Bob Penn Gail and Jim Browne Hunter Crow Lou Fouts Pam Watkins Brenda & Van Sheets Nancy Rod Jones StuartPerot and&Diane Bumpas Betsy andShepherd Bennett Cullum DruWebb Francis Connie Burton Heidi & TimBusbee Perry Pamela Ginny&and Currey Sarah &Bonita RussellFrederick Weinberg Betty RobRick Shiels Sally & Chris Pfeiffer Julie and Chuck Butterworth Mason&and Allen Custard Mrs. Ann Ramsey Gardner CiCi & Giffen Weinmann Jeanie Stuart Sikes Emily & John Phillips Kathleen and Ban Bywaters Shannon &Ruthie Craig Werthmann Linda EllisJosiah Skinner Noralyn & Greg Pickens Susan&and Daniel Garrett Janice and&Ashburn Kay & Leo Whelan Ann &Kerri Lee Slaton Mollie Paul PinBywaters Davis Teddie and Dan Garrigan Henry Cadle, Jr. Ann & Jim White Anne & Randy Slaughter Sallie Plummer Deborah McMurray and Glen Davison Pamela Germany Donell & Phillip Wiggins Jinny Smith Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch Mr. and Mrs. Michael Caffey Catherine and Tom Dean Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Gill Nancy Wilbur Julie Smith Sandra & Rick Porter Mary Agnes Cain Debra and Michael Decker Dare andWilbur Dale Gillette Paige Jeanne & J.C. Snead Walter Powell Louise Caldwell Chick Deegan Nicole andWilks Chris Girata Caroline Kim &and JimMike Snyder Bill Power Shelly and Scott Calhoun Terry andSpalding Mark Demler Carol andWilliams Mark Goglia Elizabeth Sharon Pat & Claude Prestidge Shannon Callewart Kelly John WilsonGray Mary &Julia Arnold Spencer Carol Price Denegre Sue&and Andrew Callon Kristi & Scott Wilson Joan Stansbury Dianne Lauren & Hervey Priddy Carolyn and Bob Dickson Inge Grayson Lynne BobPryor Campbell Nancy Wilson Tina & Dan Stansbury Deenaand & Barry Elaine and Dennis Disney Jane and Greg Greene Sherry & Robert Wilson LaRee & Alan Stein Lutetia & Jack Raley Mary Elizabeth and Scott Canon Sterling and Brendan Donnelly Shelley and Guion Gregg Nina Works Chuck Stewart & John Bergner Kelly & Michael Reddell Judy Canon Rozi&and Bill Doreen Louise&and Griffeth Sheryl PhilGuy Wylie Tricia Tom Stewart Annie & Wade Reece Carol and Richard Carrington Melvyn Douglas Bill &and Lisa Griffin Brian Stock Paula Calise & Bill Reed Barbara Michael York Carroll Watson and Reed Carroll DuFour Diana and Andrew Grosso DrewChris & John Stull Liz Respess Cindy and Jay Carter Caroline Debbie & Tom Rhodus AnnSummers Dunbar Guenther *as ofJody 11/08/2023 Becky and Mike Lauren & Stephen Swann Jeff & Darrel RiceCasey Ms. Eleanor K. Durham Jan and Scott Hancock Merrilee Michael Cate Cindi & Sam Swanson Janieand Richard Cynthia Dutter Eileen and Fred Hannum Rachel and Aaron Cathey
Christi & Cory Morrow Patty & Randy Kob Sandra & Larry Nance Rob & Tom Kyle Kennie & John Neal Mersine & Steve Ladik Diane & Jack Nealon Rebecca & Mark LaFavre Katherine & Jim Neuhoff Cynthia Lane Byron Neuhoff Elizabeth & John Lang Saint would like to thank following Janthe & Tom Newsome Mary Ann Michael & Allen Lassiter Diana & Geoff Chuck Lathem parishioners for their support of the 2024 Newton year: Hank Nichols Karen Lawrence Carol Oakes Mary & Russ Lessmann Mr. and Mrs. Mark Ables Melisa Bray Anne & Blair Oden Paula Lewis-Patterson Lydia and BillLey Addy Gayl &and Braymer Becky RonBill Odlozil Georgia & Larry
Leslie and Nassi Agouridis Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb Michael Long Jennifer and John Alexander Heather Lorch Chris and Paul Anderson Gail & Bill Madden Mary and Jerry Andrlik Jeanie Madeley Philip K. Armour Marti Mahaffey Gordon Arnold Stacey & Ken Malcolmson Badgett Amy Meg & Peter Malin Betty Jimmy Baird Tedand Manikas Catherine MarrsBaldwin Krystal and Robb MaryJoni and Martin George Baldwin Maria & David Martin Mrs. Pam Barbera Alex Martindale Joan and Jim Barklow Mary Massengale Carrie and Steven Becker Bonnie & David Mastin Stephen Beckham Carolyn & Michael McBee Christy Bednar Pam McCallum
Vicki & Justin McCarty Christy and Robby Berry MelissaDianne & Don Betts McCoy Reggie & John McFarland Katherine and Michael Blachly Sharon & Bill McGannon Steve Black Suzanne & Patrick McGee Amy and Gary Blackie Melanie McGill Chris Blackman Jane &and RayDiana McGowen
Kalita Ed Blessing Dianeand McGrath Victoria & Hunter McGrath Christy Blumenfeld Gretchen McKenzie Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bogel Lucy McRae Vollet Boruff Katherine and Darren Tricia & Mark Monfrey Allison and Chris Bovard Patti & John Monger Tom and Dianna Bowen Kaysie & Harold Montgomery Kathy and David Boyett Caroline & Doug Moore KenMary and Rachel MorganBrannon Gretchen and Reiner Brasch
2023
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WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Christmas Shopping at the Exchange 5 Highland Park Village | 5 - 7 PM
9 a.m. Joy Service Saint Michael Chapel
10 a.m. Activities Garden Cloister & Coke Room
Enjoy an evening of fellowship and fun at St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange in Highland Park Village. The store will be decked out for Christmas and yes, you can shop! Exchange proceeds help fund the WOSM Gifts Committee.
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.
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Gift Selection
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Now – December 3 Gift Drop-Off
December 6 Sunday Tables November 19th – December 17th
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. Throughout December, volunteers will be needed to sort, process, and wrap gifts, bake cookies, and distribute gifts to families.
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!
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Lessons & Carols ADVENT
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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
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ADULT FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES Sundays at 10 a.m.
“The Jesus I Never Knew” by Philip Yancey 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” November 19 | 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” November 19 | Coke Room 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.
AGING AND FULFILLING OUR SPIRITUAL PURPOSE: FINISHING WELL
Led by Chick Deegan and Mary Ann Webster 10 a.m. – Noon | Tuesdays, Now – 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.
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
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YOUNG ADULT FORMATION CLASS Sundays at 10 a.m. | Room 224
Your 20’s and 30’s are full of transitions, questions, and milestones. This class is a place to pray, learn, serve, and give in the context of genuine community as you grow your relationship with God and others. Meet other young adults through Sunday Bible studies, social events, and serving opportunities. Contact Rob Springer-Kyle at 903.405.7447 or at rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org. “An Episcopal Perspective of God” November 19 | Room 224 Led by the Rev. Christian Basel & Rob Springer-Kyle
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.
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 Now – December 3
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.
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 from November 7 – December 17. 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. 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.
MISSION AND OUTREACH SPOTLIGHT SERIES November 19 | 10 a.m. | Parlor
Come learn more about our wonderful ministry partners in Dallas and beyond. Each spotlight will highlight one of the ministries of Saint Michael and provide information for you to become of part of their work. 11/19: Tela Honduras Mission Trips
AMISTAD BOLIVIA YOUTH MISSION TRIP Registration opens November 19 at 3 p.m.
The trip, led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle and the Saint Michael Youth Minister, Sam Moore, takes place from July 29 – August 8 of 2024 at Villa Amistad in Bolivia. For more information, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle at rhinkle@saintmichael.org.
TELA HONDURAS MISSION TRIP February 17 – 24, 2024
Saint Michael will send a team to Tela, Honduras February 17-24 of 2024, as we continue our longtime work in this community. The team provides fluoride treatments for children and vision screenings and reading glasses for seniors. The team also leads Christian Education in the barrios of Tela and at Espiritu Santos Episcopal School. The team may also do painting and/or construction projects. For more info, please contact George Baldwin gbinvest@swbell.net.
NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES NDSM ADVENT CALENDAR FOOD DRIVE Grocery bags with the Advent calendar will be available at church entrances on 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.
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