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SUMMER 2021 Volume XXXIII Number III | 75th Anniversary Year
the The Archangel Newsletter (USPS 015-033) is published liturgically seasonally by Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to the Archangel, Saint Michael And All Angels Church, P.O. Box 12385, Dallas TX 75225-0385
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JUBILEE CLINIC: A MODEL IN COMMUNITY CARE
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14 75 ANNIVERSARY SCHEDULE 17 PUB THEOLOGY 18 [PHOTOS] AROUND THE PARISH 20 PARISH CALENDAR 24 [PHOTOS] REOPENING! 28 HOUSEWARMING BASKETS 32 CLASS OF 2021! 36 CASA ESPERANZA 40 SMAA KIDS PAGE 42 BIRTH AND DEATH ANNOUNCEMENTS 43 STEWARDSHIP
CASA ESPERANZA TURN TO PAGE 36 TO READ ABOUT THE CHILDREN LIVING AT AMISTAD MISSION, BOLIVIA
CLERGY CLERGY
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IN PERSON. LIVE. ON DEMAND.
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata, Rector
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Traditional Worship
The Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon, Vice Rector
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Joy: A Children's Service
Saint Michael Chapel
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso, Associate for Worship & Liturgy The Rev. Greg Pickens, Associate for Pastoral Care The Rev. Bob Johnston, Associate for Contemporary Worship The Rev. Mary Lessmann, Associate for Spiritual Growth ASSISTING CLERGY The Rev. Canon Michael Harmuth, Sunday Assistant The Rev. Tim Kennedy, Sunday Assistant The Rev. Dr. Hiltrude Nusser-Telfer, Pastoral Care Assistant The Rev. Canon René Somodevilla, Sunday Assistant
11 AM CT Contemporary Worship visit saintmichael.org/live
CONTACTS EMERGENCY PRIEST ON CALL (214) 232-7512 Main Parish Number (214) 363-5471
Jubilee Park & Community Center (214) 887-1364 907 Bank Street Dallas, TX 75223 St. Michael’s Woman's Exchange (214) 521-3862 SMWE FAX (214) 522-1933 5 Highland Park Village Dallas, TX 75205 Episcopal Diocese of Dallas (214) 826-8310 Episcopal Diocese FAX (214) 826-5968 1630 N. Garrett Avenue Dallas, TX 75206
SAINT MICHAEL STAFF Monica Awbrey Rob Baber Ross Badgett Chanta Bhan Katherine Bowen Dianne Boyd The Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon Justin Brooks Kristen Burk Robert Butler Nozar Daryapayma Jill Delabano Philip Fillion Hannah Fisher Bonita Frederick The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso Steven Haal The Rev. Canon Michael Harmuth Dr. Margaret (Meg) Harper Travis Harvey Diane Hollie Jenna Howard Angelia Hunter Madelyn Ivy Adam Jones Rachel Jones The Rev. Robert (Bob) Johnston III Cheryl Kaschak Elizabeth Keogh Tiffany LaMotte The Rev. Mary Lessmann Chris Love Caroline Marak Christi Morrow Chase Monson The Rev. Dr. Hiltrude Nusser-Telfer Collen O’Hara Darla Osterhaut Cassie Pericak The Rev. Greg Pickens Edgar Porras Marco Reyes Christie Rodriguez Meredith Rose Jonathan Ryan Elsa SanJuan The Rev. Canon René Somodevilla Celise Stephenson Tish Visinsky Regan Wallace
Assistant Choirmaster Director of Finance Mgr. of Electronic Communication Associate for Mission & Outreach Asst. to Pastoral Care Asst. to Worship & Liturgy Vice Rector Director of Contemporary Music Executive Assistant to the Vice Rector Assistant Director of Facilities Director of Facilities Asst. to CFM & Youth Ministries Assistant Dir. of Music & Organist Asst. to Adult Formation & Parish Events Weekend Receptionist Rector Associate for Worship & Liturgy Director of Communications Sunday Assistant Associate Director of Music & Organist Graphic Design & Production Receptionist Graphic Designer Accountant Asst. Dir. of Children & Family Ministry AVL & Technology Manager Assistant for Music Associate for Contemporary Worship Accountant SMES Admissions & Comm. Relations Coord. Director of Youth Ministry Associate for Spiritual Growth Bookshop Manager Director of Stewardship Mission & Outreach Coordinator Asst. Director of Youth Ministry Assistant Priest for Pastoral Care Director of Operations Accountant Campaign Manager, SMAA Associate for Pastoral Care Sexton Sexton Campaign Manager, SMES Executive Asst. to the Rector Director of Music & Organist Sexton Sunday Assistant Database Manager, Parish Records Director of Parish Life Director of Children & Family Ministry (CFM)
2021 VESTRY Blair Oden Stacey Malcolmson Richard D’Antoni Janice Bywaters Scott Wilson Nancy Wilbur
Senior Warden Junior Warden Warden-at-Large Treasurer Chancellor Clerk
George Baldwin, Louise Griffeth, Hallie Lawrence, John McFarland, Jr., Steve McKenney, Holly Peña, Darrel Rice, Carol Roehrig, Jack Rubarth, Ginger Sager, Erica Sartain, Arnold Spencer
FROM the EDITOR It seems that Wall Street, brokerages everywhere, and retail investor-speak, have been replete these last months with news of the “crypto” craze— and by now, most of us have heard rumblings on the news about “meme-stocks” such as Gamestop, AMC Theaters, and players like Reddit’s Wall Street Bets and all the $$ advice on TikTok. What’s going on? It seems like every day is different. If one looks at the hottest cryptocurrency right now, Dogecoin, the incredulity is off the charts: Marketwatch reports, “A cryptocurrency that was created as a joke exploded into plain view on Wall Street on Monday, with a surge in dogecoin sending its 2021 return above 8,100%—more than double the gains on the S&P 500 SPX, including dividends, since 1988.” But even amidst those gains, the volatility is unnerving and can wear us out. Just check out the chart (right).
Volatility. Even now, my smartwatch is showing a notification of more change across the market. But why am I talking about this in a parish magazine? I looked up the definition of volatility: “liability to change rapidly and unpredictably”, or, “the liability to display rapid changes of emotion...” Volatility and change are a consistent part of our daily lives; not just the markets. The possibility in the U.S. that we may finally be approaching some measure of normalcy in our in-person interactions— the kind we used to have—will not, I think, significantly mitigate the increased level of change that we have experienced. Most believe our world simply is different now and there’s no going back. If our environment is still so fluid and subject to change as our country rebounds, how do we find daily success in anchoring ourselves? Dogecoin and day-trading. I think there is a lesson to be learned that Continued pg 42
2021 FOUNDATION officers class Stewart Thomas 2021 President
2021 DIOCESAN DELEGATES Exp 2021 Exp 2022 Exp 2023 Exp 2021 Exp 2022 Exp 2023
Terry Demler, J.C. Snead, Scott Wilson Michael Blachly, Mary Henderson, Kelly Reddell Jane Greene, Bill McGannon, Steve McKenney alternates: Heather Lorch (1), Jack Rubarth (2), Blair Oden (3) Michael Reddell (1), David Henderson (2), Eric Gilmour(3) Keller Webster (1), Judy Mercer (2), Suzanne Lipscomb (3)
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Larry Galvin 2023 Treasurer Peggy Carr 2021 Secretary ex officio The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata, Rector Blair Oden, Senior Warden Janice Bywaters, Saint Michael Treasurer Arnold Spencer, Vestry Representative Rob Baber, Comptroller
trustees Dare Gillette David Martin Tamara O'Connor Mary Abrams Harriet Cousins Allen Lassiter Matt Waller Katherine Blachly Tony Briggle Nita Clark Joe Colonnetta Eric Conner
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will never forget my first Pentecost Sunday at Saint Michael. As many of you know, I like to have fun at church. I delight in our church and am always up for a good laugh (I am absolutely certain that Jesus had a great sense of humor!). During that first year, as the clergy were planning for the Pentecost celebration, one of the priests jokingly said, “Chris would probably want to have a fire-breather.” I perked up immediately and what was meant as a joke became reality. On that first Pentecost, we indeed had a fire-breather spin flames down the aisle and then blow a huge burst of fire in front of the altar. This amazing moment captured the imagination of so many. Not only was the incredible image of that fire blast viewed and shared thousands of times online, but those present in the service were shocked by the energy and heat of the flame. That shock was apparent as a collective gasp rippled through the pews. “Shock and awe” has a particular context in the 21st century, but I want to invite you to consider the profound shock and awe of the Holy Spirit in the 1st century. Put yourself in the position of the first disciples. Imagine the stunning experience of the Spirit on that first Pentecost day: When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. (Acts 2:1-4) A rushing sound, a violent wind, and tongues of fire is enough to shock anyone, even today. Just like the disciples so many years ago, we should take care not to
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be complacent to God’s presence among us, especially God’s Spirit inside us. The Pentecost moment changed the world forever and the change didn’t stop there. We have inherited the great tradition begun thousands of years ago. After the resurrection of Jesus, the Spirit of God transformed from momentary inspiration, as it was before the resurrection, to an ever-present, inspiring guide for each of us in our own discipleship. The Spirit is not some sweet, feel-good being. When we are engaged in our faith, the Spirit of God can shock us and awe us and change us every day. Being shocked by God is part of the transformative life we choose to live as disciples of Jesus. Each one of us is loved by God and is called to be part of God’s work in the world. This bears repeating: You, no matter what you have done and what you may do, are loved by God completely. You, whether you choose to respond or not, are called by God to take part in the redemption of our world. The Spirit is present in us to shake us from our complacency. The Spirit surrounds us and compels us out of our comfort zones because the world is not yet representative of God’s perfect love (now that’s an understatement!) We are part of this Saint Michael community because we believe that God is at work in the world, and we have an important part to play. As we shift into a new normal after the pandemic, we will begin to challenge our assumptions and our habits. Challenging who we are and how we live into our discipleship together is not for the sake of change, but because the world needs us more than ever. For the first time in our history, we live in a country where fewer than half of all adults belong to a church community. Although Saint Michael has bucked the trend of decline these last five years together, we are not magically immune to the pressures of the world. In fact, I would not be satisfied with simply continuing to buck
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the trend of decline. Rather, I want us to be part of the solution—part of the renewal of our world. Yes, our demographics are shifting away from church participation, but there is good news in the data, too: The number of American adults who identify as spiritual remains clearly above 90%. In other words, the underlying problem in our world is not the desire for God, but the way that desire is expressed. This gives a church like ours an amazing opportunity. We have the opportunity—and thus, the responsibility—to represent the best way to exercise faith in God through Christ. We can resist human distractions and problems that we create and embrace the holy, eternal truths of God for one another. In addition to helping one another, we can begin to prioritize more and more the influence we have on our children, to raise them up in the Christian faith and life, helping them grow into the full stature of Christ. Building God’s kingdom now, in this place, is not just a dream. We can make it reality. As we move forward together into this new year, celebrating 75 years of incredible work and impact, we will be challenged with many opportunities to remember our past and dream for our future. Celebrating our past helps us imagine how much more we can do in the future, not because we have succeeded, but because we are worthy of joining in God’s work. The Spirit of the Lord is upon us all, shocking and shaking us so that when we are awed at God’s presence, we will be inspired with the courage to continue the redemptive work of Christ.
Race in America Led by the Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters Thursdays in September Five-week series 7–8:30 PM CT Zoom More details to come! In partnership with Ascension Episcopal Church, we are excited to offer Race in America. Dr. Waters will teach and lead conversations outlining the history of race as well as how that informs where we are right now. Visit the Saint Michael Book Shop for suggested reading leading up to, during, and after the class. SEPT SEPT SEPT SEPT SEPT
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Jubilee Park and Community Center Announces
The Jubilee Clinic: A Model in Community Care By Libby Hayhurst, Advancement Coordinator at Jubilee Park and Community Center
Jubilee Park & Community Center (Jubilee) is excited to announce the Jubilee Clinic—a novel partnership between Parkland Hospital and Jubilee. This new health venture will provide primary healthcare and wrap-around health and wellness resources on the same campus our community has come to know and trust for education, housing, childcare, and more. Embedding a health clinic in the Jubilee Park neighborhood, as a joint venture including social services and health programs, will be life-changing for so many—a true model for community care. THE PROBLEM
Our Southeast Dallas neighbors have the right to lead healthy, full lives, but the reality is that simply
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living south of I-30 means that our residents live decades less. Designated as a Medically Underserved Area by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Jubilee has a large aging population, high rates of chronic disease, and extremely limited access to healthcare. In fact, the Dallas Community Health Needs Assessment survey found that Southeast Dallas has just 54 physicians per 100,000 residents (the national average is 225 physicians). The chronic underinvestment in health resources in Southeast Dallas has resulted in a dire situation: our Jubilee neighbors live an average of 22 years less, are 139% more likely to die from diabetes, and experience cancer-related deaths at a 30% higher rate.
LISA’S STORY
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Lisa approached the front desk, sweaty and weak from the two-hour bus ride to the clinic. As a mother of four with two jobs, it was unusual for her to take off work and miss a day’s wages, but she was scared. She hadn’t felt well in weeks, and intensifying nausea had started to affect her work. Grimacing with pain, Lisa introduced herself to the receptionist, and after a moment of confusion, she realized that the receptionist was telling her that the doctor didn’t speak Spanish and she would have to reschedule. Because less than 20% of doctors in Dallas accept Medicaid, it took weeks to secure this appointment and she knew it would be weeks still until she would be seen. Lisa knew this would mean she would have to lose a second day’s wages that she couldn’t afford, waste another four hours on public transportation, and suffer through another four weeks of uncertainty and pain.
Lisa’s story is not unique. That’s why Jubilee and Parkland have partnered to bring equitable access to healthcare to residents in Southeast Dallas through the Jubilee Clinic. The Jubilee Clinic will be a new, 14,000 square-foot facility housed on Jubilee's growing campus. The clinic will provide both preventative medical care and holistic health services to address the full spectrum of social health determinants. This ground-breaking partnership will be the first of its kind for our city, combining the wraparound services that a Community-Based-Organization (CBO) offers with the medical services of a community clinic.
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Most of us know that getting checkups regularly or eating the proverbial “apple a day” is key to leading a healthy life. But did you know that health is determined by far more than nutrition, fitness, and healthcare? In actuality, community health is a more complicated picture, made up of six main pieces called social health determinants: education, community, economic stability, environment, food, and healthcare. These factors determine our health outcomes like life expectancy and health status.
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In an age where ZIP codes can determine a person’s life expectancy, CBOs are poised to make a significant difference in health equity among disenfranchised populations. That is because CBOs like Jubilee take a holistic approach to community renewal, providing programming and services that aim to touch on every major area of need. From workforce training to affordable housing to education, Jubilee currently offers programming that addresses five out of the six social health determinants, and the Jubilee Clinic will be the last and missing piece to achieving comprehensive community health!
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The Jubilee Clinic will not only help bring health justice to our Southeast Dallas neighbors, but serve as a replicable model for community care; an innovative solution to the urgent problem of health inequity in our community. A MEDICAL HOME IN SOUTHEAST DALLAS
By embedding a medical clinic on the same campus our neighbors have come to know and trust for education, housing, and more, the Jubilee Clinic will help overcome access barriers like trust in the healthcare system, a lack of health insurance, and language and transportation barriers. On the first floor, clients can utilize medical services offered at the Jubilee Clinic, whether that be point-of-care testing or pediatric to geriatric medical care through Parkland, while the second floor will house Jubilee’s health education, wellness classes, youth sports programs, and fitness classes, as well as behavioral healthcare through our nonprofit partner, Jewish Family Service. Providing a space for multi-generational health and learning will help families build healthier lives as an entire unit to spark generational change in Southeast Dallas. The Jubilee Clinic will not only serve the essen-
tial medical needs of the community, but by providing preventative care alongside physical, mental, and nutritional health services, will promote good health for life. By offering quality care from infancy to old age, the Jubilee Clinic will provide a medical home deserving of the resilient community it serves. To help Jubilee take these first steps towards achieving health equity and to learn more about the Jubilee Clinic, visit our website at jubileecenter.org/jubilee-clinic. Help us take the first steps towards achieving health equity by donating to the Jubilee Clinic and Community Center Capital Campaign. To learn more, visit jubileecenter.org/clinic-capital-campaign. You can donate to fuel our health programming at jubileecenter.org/donate or stock our food pantry at jubileecenter.org/wishlists. Are you a medical professional interested in hosting a pop-up clinic? Are you interested in donating medical or hygiene supplies? Email hello@jubileecenter.org to get involved!
Connect. Create. Play. Jubilee Summer Camp is back in-person! This summer is crucial for Jubilee students. Help us make this a summer to remember! Interested in volunteering? Jubilee is searching for classroom attendants to help facilitate lessons during summer camp. Volunteers will commit to at least one day per week for three weeks. Camp takes place from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Session 1: July 6 – July 23 | Session 2: July 27 – August 13.
jubileecenter.org/volunteer
Purchase supplies for Camp at jubileecenter.org/wishlists or donate at jubileecenter.org/donate!
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PENT ECOST OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE
May 23, 2021 | 5:30 p.m. | Tent on the West Field Please join us outside as we celebrate one of the great feasts of the Church year! We will give thanks for the Holy Spirit, sing without masks, and enjoy a fire breather before and after the service. Come, Holy Spirit, come!
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Saint Michael family, I hope this note finds you and your loved ones doing well. As you likely know, Lincoln Property Company (LPC) is leasing the land on the northeast portion of the Saint Michael and All Angels (SMAA) campus to build a mixed-use development. This is a part of the North Land Initiative partnership between SMAA and LPC, and construction is imminent. As we enter this time of construction on and around our Saint Michael campus, there will be occasional changes to the way we access the campus and enter the building. We have already adjusted the main entrance for the Saint Michael Episcopal School, as well as the location of the Saint Michael’s Farmers Market, to the west side of the campus. We will be diligent in communicating changes as early as possible on our website, through our social media channels, and in the “Saint Michael Weekly” email newsletter, which you can sign up to receive on the bottom of the homepage of our website. For more specifics and current information on the development, please visit saintmichael.org/northland. The North Land Initiative (fully funded by LPC) allows SMAA to be future-focused and offers a path to grow our ministry and mission. This initiative will activate and energize our property in new ways that enable us to engage more of our neighbors, while providing an increased investment in our mission to build Christian disciples for a transformed community. The revenue collected by SMAA from the North Land Initiative will be distributed in ways that best benefit the church, parishioners, and the greater community. Each year, 15% of the total income received will be earmarked toward general church operation costs. The remaining 85% of the income will be invested in the Horizon Fund, held by the Saint Michael Foundation (SMF) with guidance from a professional advisory firm. The Horizon Fund committees are comprised of Vestry and Foundation members, who will administer and manage the annual distribution of up to 4% of the Fund's value to support outreach and capital needs. More than half of the Horizon Fund distributions (a minimum of 60%) will be allocated for church outreach to help further SMAA’s mission of helping the community at large. Put another way, at least 51% of the income received goes into the Horizon Fund earmarked for outreach, increasing Saint Michael’s outreach impact in the community every year. The Horizon Fund will support the community through grants that are vetted by the Horizon Fund committee. Grants will be given for initiatives such as helping to find affordable housing, decreasing food insecurity among vulnerable DISD families and providing broadband internet for educational usage among those in need—to name a few potential efforts. Upon review and recommendation by the Horizon Fund committee, community requests will go through the full Vestry for final approval. Continued pg 12
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UNDER S TANDING THE HOR IZON FUND INCOME FROM THE NOR TH L A ND LE A SE
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Support long term needs of the Church beyond annual maintenance, vetted by a committee made up of Vestry, Foundation, and Buildings & Grounds Committee members, with final approval by the full vestry.
Support the work of Church outreach to help further our mission, vetted by a committee made up of Vestry, Foundation, and Mission & Outreach Committee members, with final approval by the full vestry.
SUCH AS: Replacement •Water Main •Roof Repairs
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The remainder of the Horizon Fund distributions (a maximum of 40%) will support long-term capital needs of the church. Capital Funds will be used to assist non-routine church expenditures and needs as they arise. These circumstances could include replacing a boiler, water main line, gas line, roof, chillers, air handler and similar capital needs that the church might have. Needs will be coordinated between the Horizon Fund committee and operations team, then go through the full Vestry for final approval. We are grateful for the many blessings that will come from the proceeds of the North Land Initiative. For 75 years, Saint Michael has been an embracing and engaging community of faith, living our baptismal covenant across Dallas and the entire North Texas region. These funds will help us build a strong future for the next 75 years, positively impacting our community. With the Horizon Fund, we are well positioned to look to the future, build on the legacy of those parishioners who came before us and ensure generations after us continue to extend God’s love.
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Rector
UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE FARMERS MARKET
JUNE 19 Maegan Brown, The BakerMama and author of Beautiful Boards, will join us to create her beautiful boards using products from the market!
JULY 3 Dress patriotically, decorate your bikes and strollers, and join us for Family Day at the Farmers Market to celebrate Independence Day!
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FEATURED ITEMS FROM THE
SAINT MICHAEL BOOK SHOP HOURS Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sundays: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. saintmichael.org/bookshop
Handmade spoon rest from Africa $25
Bible Tic Tac Toe for ages 4+ $12.99 Candles: handmade and hand-painted from a fair trade vendor in Africa Taper: $12.50 Pillar: $25
Assorted notepads with scripture made in Austin, TX $8
12-pack of encouraging art prints with scripture $14.50
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The Rev. Dr. Patty Willett Rhyne
The Rev. Don Spafford Blessing of the Animals
The Rev. Tamara Newell
The Rev. Amy Meaux
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christmas 12.25.2021
WOSM Evening Panel “Women In Ministry”
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11.07 2021
09.26 2021
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Feast of Saint Michael
Epiphany
The Rev. Dr. Bob S. Dannals All Saints’ Day Guest Preacher
The Rev. Dr. Mark S. Anschutz
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Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels THE ARCHANGEL SUMMER 2021Preacher Guest
The Rev. Dr. Bill Murray Feast of the Epiphany Guest Preacher
The Rev. Jemonde Taylor Ash Wednesday Guest Preacher
The Rev. Mike Wallens
The Rev. Tom Blackmon
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The Rev. Chuck Treadwell
03.02 2022
LENTEN SPEAKER SERIES
03.23 2022
03. 18-20 2022
03.09 2022 The Rev. Dr. Kevin Huddleston
Br. Curtis Almquist
03.30 2022 The Rev. Christie Olsen
Lenten Retreat Guest Preacher
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easter sunday 04.17.2022
Guest Preacher
The Rev. Chip Edens
05.08 2022
Guest Preacher
The Rt. Rev. Dean E. Wolfe
05.01 2022
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05. 07-08 2022
06.05 2022
The Rev. Dr. Brenda Sol
04.22 2022
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Palm Sunday Guest Preacher
Women-Work-Word Guest Celebrant
The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry Presiding Bishop The Episcopal Church Sponsored by the WOSM
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The Rev. Dr. Chris Girata Pentecost 75th Anniversary Final Celebration
PUB THEOLOGY & MUSIC SERIES MONDAYS IN JUNE AT 6:30 P.M. PARISH HALL | BYOB Join us Monday nights in June as guest speakers will engage in hot topics and cold beer— complete with Q&A. Although we aren't yet able to return to the pub, this year's events will be in-person in Parish Hall. Pub Theology Music Series spotlights singer/songwriters from the DFW music scene, featuring a fifteen minute concert at the beginning of each evening, helping us discover new artists that are thoughtful and engaging, intersecting art and faith.
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Christianity and Other Religions: Exclusivism, Pluralism, and Inclusivity Prof. Ruben Habito Perkins School of Theology, SMU Hosted by: The Rev. Bob Johnston Music Series Spotlight: Roscoe Johnny
Christianity and Suffering The Rt. Rev. George Sumner, Bishop for the Diocese of Dallas Hosted by The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Music Series Spotlight: Christine Hand
Atheism: A Christian Response to the Objections of Atheists and the New Atheism Dr. Billy Abraham Perkins School of Theology, SMU Hosted by: The Rev. M. Chanta Bhan Music Series Spotlight: Ryan Flanigan
Christianity and Cancel Culture The Rev. Bob Johnston Hosted by The Rev. Mary Lessmann Music Series Spotlight: Paul Demer THE ARCHANGEL | 75TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR
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AROUND THE PARISH PALM SUNDAY SERVICES It was a such a surreal and ecstatic time coming together under the new “Big Tent” for Palm Sunday! For most, this was the first time in nearly a year that so many had been able to join together in worship. The service was complete with an emotional procession from the West Lot porte cochere to the tent, full adult and children’s choirs, and of course our clergy, leading in what was a truly moving time of worship!
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EASTER SERVICES We’re so thankful for our clergy and acolyte corps, seen here from the 9 a.m. traditional service; Ray Hand Photos was on hand at the afternoon “Journey to Easter” event to take gorgeous Easter family portraits (scan the QR code below to view the portraits); During Journey to Easter, one of the most poignant moments was the opportunity to come down to the altar and receive communion— something that has rarely been allowed during the pandemic.
VIEW EASTER PORTRAITS HERE!
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PARISH CALENDAR for full listings, please visit saintmichael.org
CFM
To Contact Children & Family Ministry: Regan Wallace, Director, rwallace@saintmichael.org Madelyn Ivy, Asst. Director, mivy@saintmichael.org Jill Delabano, Admin., jdelabano@saintmichael.org JUNE 6 – AUGUST 1 (EXCLUDING JULY 4) SUMMER FORMATION Led by Regan Wallace and Madelyn Ivy Sundays 10 – 10:45 a.m. In-person in the Theater To register: saintmichael.org/cfm Welcome back! This summer, CFM formation classes will explore some of the parables of Jesus, like the Good Samaritan, the Sower, and the Good Shepherd. Parables were important stories that Jesus told people to help them learn about God and God’s kingdom. Join us in-person for Bible stories, fun activities, and engaging crafts. JUNE 7 – 11 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. West Field under the Tent saintmichael.org/vbs $60 per child Registration is closing soon on May 23! Don’t miss out on your chance to take part in Destination Dig, where kids will unearth the truth about Jesus and discover exciting evidence that proves biblical events were not just stories. Register and sign up to volunteer at saintmichael.org/vbs. Please contact Regan with any questions.
WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 16 – AUG 11 FACEBOOK LIVE STORY TIME 5 PM CT CFM Facebook Page Join Ms. Madelyn and Ms. Regan over the summer as they read your favorite picture story books! If you would like to request a book for us to read email Regan and Madelyn. Follow Saint Michael & All Angels Children and Family Ministry on Facebook to see when we go live! See you soon! JULY 16 FAMILY FIELD AND WATER DAY 9 a.m. – Noon West Field Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned field day? Break out your water gear, sunblock, and beach towels and join us for a fun morning. Games, tons of goodies, and all the fellowship you could hope for! Lunch will be provided. Be on the lookout for more details coming soon! AUGUST 5 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT 5:30 p.m. Youth Center RSVP to get your ticket at saintmichael.org/cfm Join the families of CFM of a fun movie night for all ages! Bring your sleeping bag, blankets, and pillows to cuddle up with your friends and family. More details coming soon!
Saint Michael offers many ways to stay informed and engaged with our parish community—we look forward to seeing you! saintmichael.org/LIVE /GIVE /CFM /YOUTH /LIVEFORMATION /ADULTS
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JUNE 7 - 11 REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON MAY 23! REGISTER AND VOLUNTEER AT:
SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/VBS
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WORSHIP & LITURGY
To Contact Worship & Liturgy Andrew Grosso, Associate for W&L, agrosso@saintmichael.org Bob Johnston, Associate for Contemporary Worship, bjohnston@saintmichael.org Jonathan Ryan, Director of Music & Organist, jryan@saintmichael.org Justin Brooks, Director of Contemporary Music, jbrooks@saintmichael.org Dianne Boyd, Assistant to W&L, dboyd@saintmichael.org MAY 23 PENTECOST OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE 5:30 p.m. Tent on the west field Please join us outside as we celebrate one of the great feasts of the Church year! We will give thanks for the Holy Spirit, sing without masks, and enjoy a fire breather before and after the service. Come, Holy Spirit, come! See ad pg. 9.
PASTORAL CARE
To Contact Pastoral Care: Greg Pickens, Associate for PC, gpickens@saintmichael.org Katherine Bowen, Admin., kbowen@saintmichael.org MAY 19, JUNE 16, & JULY 21 PRAYING OUR GOODBYES Led by Hiltrude Nusser-Telfer 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, Hiltrude helps those in attendance examine their grief and recognize it. All are losses that we grieve and we must grieve in order to recognize that loss. Hiltrude tells us “that for humans to shorten or circumvent the grieving process is to invite illness and even severe depression”. Please RSVP to Hiltrude, hnussertelfer@aol.com.
YOUTH
To Contact Youth Ministry: Tiffany LaMotte, Director, tlamotte@saintmichael.org Chase Monson, Asst. Director, cmonson@saintmichael.org Jill Delabano, Admin., jdelabano@saintmichael.org SUNDAYS YOUTH SUNDAY FORMATION Led by Tiffany LaMotte and Chase Monson 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Youth Center Cafe Join us for Youth Formation classes IN-PERSON on Sunday mornings! We are excited to welcome you back into the building each week. Our discussions will focus on fellowship and reconnecting with each other. We hope to see you there!
SAINT MICHAEL YOUTH SUMMER ACTIVITIES JUNE 2 54 HOLE PUTT PUTT 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Top Golf $25 saintmichael.org/youthsummer Join us for a great morning playing an epic 54-hole putt putt course at Top Golf followed by lunch together! JUNE 16 AN AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES 3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Studio Movie Grill saintmichael.org/youthsummer $10 (bring additional money for snacks) Come beat the heat with a great movie this summer! Movie selection to be made closer to the event. JULY 14 ROCK CLIMBING 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Summit Climbing saintmichael.org/youthsummer $15 per person Face your fears and learn how to climb with this great indoor climbing event!
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JULY 28 ADVENTURE LANDING 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Adventure Landing saintmichael.org/youthsummer $25 Join us for 2 hours of unlimited fun, including, miniature golf, go-karts and laser tag. As well as 20 arcade tokens! JULY 14, 21, AND 28 AUSTIN STREET CENTER LUNCH PACKING 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Coke Room saintmichael.org/youthsummer Are you in need of service hours? This is a great opportunity to have fun with your friends and pack lunches for our neighbors at Austin Street Center. There are three different opportunities to serve. Space is limited, RSVP is required
MISSION & OUTREACH
To Contact Mission & Outreach: Chanta Bhan, Associate for M&O, cbhan@saintmichael.org Christi Morrow, Coordinator, cmorrow@saintmichael.org AUSTIN STREET COOKS! saintmichael.org/austinstreet Each month, parishioners prepare and serve food for 250 residents experiencing home insecurity. Parishioners gather for fellowship to cook a full-course dinner which is delivered and served the following day. TUESDAY, JUNE 1 | COOKING 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Parish Hall kitchen WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2 | SERVING 5 – 7 p.m. Austin Street Center | 2929 Hickory Street, Dallas JUBILEE PARK & COMMUNITY CENTER Will be open for volunteers this summer. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Libby Hayhurst, Advancement Coordinator, lhayhurst@jubileecenter.org.
ADULT FORMATION
To Contact Adult Formation: Hannah Fisher, Assistant, hfisher@saintmichael.org SUNDAYS, JUNE 6 – AUGUST 1 (EXCLUDING JULY 4) ADULT SUMMER FORMATION Led by members of the Saint Michael clergy 10 a.m. Saint Michael Chapel saintmichael.org/summerseries Join our clergy for personal anecdotes and small group discussion about rediscovering community, what we have learned during the pandemic, reforming our community after this extended time apart, silver linings, examples of connections, and faith family experiences. This same talk will be given on the following Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 6 p.m. via Zoom for those who cannot be with us on Sunday mornings. Please email Hannah for the Zoom information. June 6: Ken Brannon June 13: Chris Girata June 20: Bob Johnston June 27: Mary Lessmann July 4: No Class July 11: Andrew Grosso July 18: Chanta Bhan July 25: Greg Pickens Aug 1: “Surprise!” WEDNESDAYS, JULY 7 – AUGUST 4 MEN OF SAINT MICHAEL BOOK STUDY Led by Eric Gilmour 7 AM CT 5-Week Book Study Zoom Enjoy conversation, study, and fellowship with the Men of Saint Michael as we deepen our knowledge in faith together. This group will read and discuss Owning Your Own Shadow: Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche by Robert A. Johnson. You can pick up a copy of the book at the Saint Michael Book Store. For questions or to receive the Zoom link, contact Hannah.
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REOPENING!
On April 25, the Church took another step toward reopening our Sunday morning services.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP We had a great turnout for the Saint Michael Presents presentation of Chanticleer! The giant 16-ft LED screen, food trucks, Treble, Senior Choristers, and Cherubs, did not disappoint as attendees showed up with coolers, lawn chairs, and blankets in hand ready for a night of beautiful music and perfect weather!; Top-level donors to the Saint Michael Presents concert series received these baskets to enjoy on the lawn for the outdoor Chanticleer concert; Rob Baber, Cheryl Kaschak, Colleen O'Hara, and Kristen Burk socializing at the staff Easter Coffee event to celebrate a successful Holy Week and Easter.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP This semester, the Saint Michael Treble and Senior Choristers have undertaken a survey of sacred music history from the Middle Ages through the present. Here, they are pictured learning from Dr. Harper about music in the middle of the twentieth century; Ken Brannon, Greg Pickens, and Chris Girata during the 9 a.m. service at the Church's grand reopening on April 25; Our own St. Mary's Guild baked Easter cookies and other goodies to deliver to healthcare workers at local hospitals; Volunteers for Jubilee Park and Community Center at a celebration hosted by our Mission & Outreach team to show their appreciation for the significant impact they have had on the community.
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"And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing." 1 Corinthians 13:2
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Parishioners at Saint Michael showed an abundance of love during the Lenten season as well as the ability to move mountains—mountains of housewarming baskets collected for home insecure people transitioning from temporary shelter at Austin Street Center into permanent homes.
The “Help Them Home” baskets were generated by the 40-day “Journey to Easter” Saint Michael parish-wide Lenten program, during which parishioners collected household goods and cleaning supplies, packed into a laundry basket, to be donated to Austin Street Center.
“Saint Michael parishioners never cease to amaze me—volunteering their time, talent and treasure. It’s a remarkable parish to be part of,” said Zoe Hart, Mission & Outreach committee senior chair. “I was just so wowed by people putting together 230 baskets!” said Jamey Peters, the Mission & Outreach Committee member responsible for the coordinated delivery of the baskets to Austin Street. The initial plan was to use member SUVs to deliver the baskets but very quickly he saw that a truck was needed to finish the job. The value of the project was two-fold, according to Zoe Hart. “It gave parishioners a sense of doing (for others) that’s been sorely lacking in the time of Covid. There haven’t been a lot of opportunities to serve. Secondly, we wanted to take something on. This would be taking on something to help those who are less fortunate.” Parishioners told Christi Morrow, Mission & Outreach coordinator, that they were grateful for the opportunity to “take on” something—that it was “much more meaningful to do something like this for Lent instead of giving something up.”
During Holy Week and on Easter Day, Journey to Easter participants brought to SMAA an amazing 230 baskets, containing essential items for setting up a household, such as sheets and towels.
Paige Wilbur, Mission & Outreach committee co-chair, talked about the positive reaction to this first-time project. “Some parishioners said they really enjoyed doing something for others during Lent, rather than giving up something, like chocolate or alcohol. It was an activity for the whole family to participate in.” The idea for this project originated from clergy-staff conversations an
outreach to Austin Street to determine their specific needs. Chanta Bhan, Associate for Mission & Outreach, said she began looking at Lenten calendars and thinking about how to incorporate prayer, discussion, and action—which turned out to be collecting various items for the Help Them Home baskets. She located art and obtained permission from the artist, Audrie Renée Patterson; and Travis Harvey, one of the SMAA's own graphic designers, nearly completely recreated it, to perfectly fit with what Chanta envisioned, and with unique symbols for each day of the journey. Chanta, who joined the Saint Michael family in August 2020 and anticipates ordination to the transitional diaconate in June, observed, “As parishioners have identified, this Lenten service opportunity engaged the parish in a particular fasting practice, addition fasting. In this practice, we add a spiritual practice to our routine. Other forms of fasting include abstinence fasting in which we remove something from our routine and replacement fasting in which we substitute one practice for another in our routine. These practices are meant to deepen our connection to God and others.” Lenten packets went out the first week of February containing the illustrated Journey to Easter graphic, a meditation book and a purple altar cloth that parishioners could use to fashion a home altar. The graphic specified an action for each day, such as: collection of a specific household item (pot holder, paper towel), prayer, or questions
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to be discussed about the home insecure with family and friends. Christi Morrow said: “If you followed the path, you were doing something every single day. It really was a Journey to Easter. I think it deepened our awareness of the needs of Austin Street Center and their goal to transition people into housing.” As a longtime partner to Austin Street, Saint Michaelites are used to cooking and delivering meals to the Center, so this focused on another aspect of the agency that has served as one of Dallas’ largest home insecure shelter for more than three decades. Libby Card, community and donor relations manager for Austin Street
Center, talked about the project’s importance. The Center’s mission is to provide safe shelter and basic needs for the home insecure but it is also to help them find jobs and permanent housing. She worked with caseworkers to come up with a list of client needs when exiting.
Austin Street is continuing this year to move clients out, on average, about a client a day. “So 230 baskets sustains us through 2021. For parishioners to respond like that is incredible. Every client moving out through the end of the year is going to get one of these baskets,” she added.
Last year, 2020, was a record year for Austin Street, as the agency moved 276 clients into permanent homes. People arrive at the shelter with nothing, so it is expensive for them to get re-started, faced with rent, security deposits and other expenses of moving into a new apartment. “We noticed many clients did not have essential household items. That’s where the community comes in,” she said.
Other organizations and volunteers are also providing “Help Them Home” baskets, but not to the extent of SMAA. “It’s a lot to make one basket, so to make 230 is amazing. It makes us speechless,” Libby said. Christi Morrow said it was “fun to see how people came together to complete the project.” Some parishioners made it a family project; some gathered basket items with their grandchildren. Since filling the baskets could be costly, some people joined together with neighbors, friends, or other families to fill the baskets. Chanta said one Good Shepherd neighborhood delivered about 12 to 14 baskets. Chanta noted that many baskets contained notes of congratulations and encouragement to the recipient. “It was a very loving and thoughtful act. It doesn’t surprise me because the people here are very thoughtful and caring,” she said.
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Among the basket messages were: “welcome home,” “enjoy your new home,” “we’re praying for you,” and “God speed in your new home.” Some were signed by parishioners’ first names, establishing a more personal connection. Besides the notes, there were other special touches. Some of the baskets were color-coordinated; one had a mint-green theme, another was all beige. Contributors also thought about what else that person might need, tucking in laundry detergent or other items not on the request list. Parishioners liked that it was a community effort. Sharon Tomnitz, a Good Shepherd for 35 years, contacted the 14 SMAA families in her 3-street, 6-block area of Highland Park and each one contributed in their own way. Some provided specific items or whole baskets. Some donated funds for other shoppers. “We ended up with eight full baskets and a whole lot of extra goodies,” she said, including a crockpot, cookware sets, mattress pads, and throw blankets. “But it’s about more than just the number of baskets. For me, it’s about a team effort. It’s all about being a part of something. This provided people an opportunity to be part of a neigh-
borhood community. Even if we only filled two or three baskets, it’s giving everybody the opportunity to be involved. The inclusion is the most important part,” Sharon said.
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Paige Wilbur concluded: “This is a perfect example of how we need to think outwardly and help others. I think it was a huge hit and we’d like to do more of this type of thing in the future.” Zoe Hart said M&O is looking to take the template of this project and continue to use it going forward. “I don’t know if it will be repeated exactly, but having parishioners walking a service journey together will definitely be repeated.”
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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2021! We at Saint Michael wish to celebrate all of our graduating seniors this year! They have each overcome and endured many twists and turns along the way, especially this year. Seniors, we are all very proud of your accomplishments! We wish you all the best in your next adventures, you will be in our prayers and we look forward to hearing all about your successes going forward. Happy Graduation!
CHRIS SCOTT ABEL, JR.
WILL LLOYD AGOURIDIS
MADDI ELIZABETH ANDERSON
BRIANNA LYNN BAKER
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
FORD DIESEL BANNISTER
BLAIR ANN BATSON
GABE COOK BINES
HANK NELSON BISHOP
LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, ARLINGTON
ISABEL JOY BLAYLOCK
SAM NELSON BORUS
GARRETT RAMSEY BRAGG
WILL ABERCROMBIE CHESTNUT
UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS
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HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
DALLAS LUTHERAN SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
CHARLOTTE CULLUM CLARK
ANNA CARROLL CONNOLLY
WILLIAM HARRY COSTAS
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY
WASHINGTON & LEE UNIVERSITY
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
CHARLOTTE MARIE ESPING
JACK TODD FOSTER, JR.
CALEB CONRAD GRUVER
LEIGHTON RYAN HAMLIN
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
MARK STUART HARDAWAY
MARGARET ELLEN HARRIS
CHRISTOPHER MAGUIRE HESS
HENRY LEE HOBSON
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND
AMELIA LYLE HOUGHTON
JB HUDNALL
THOMPSON HUTHNANCE III
SAM HARTSFIELD RAINES JACKSON
THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
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HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
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CISTERCIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL
ELENA ISABEL OSTOLAZA DEWAR
LAKE HIGHLANDS HIGH SCHOOL
THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
CRANDALL HIGH SCHOOL
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AOIFE GRACE KELLY
DAVID SAYERS LIGHTBOURN
DELANEY BRADFORD MURCHISON
ANNABELLE CLAIRE OGDEN
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
AUSTIN COLLEGE
TULANE UNIVERSITY
ISABELLA MARIZA OLIVARES
JORDAN JANE OTT
JACK JOSEPH PEASE
CORYELL ANDERSON SMITH
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
YALE UNIVERSITY
JAMES BARRETT SNYDER
ALI EMILY SPARROW
BRENT LOUIS BRADY SULLIVAN
ABBEY NOEL SWARTZWELDER
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
ANDREW JONES TANNER
ELIZABETH ROBERTS THOMPSON
PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF DALLAS
WILLIAM DOUGLAS TROTMAN
FLORENCE ADAMMA UKENI
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
TRINITY UNIVERSITY
RHODES COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
LAKE HIGHLANDS HIGH SCHOOL
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HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS
FAIRHILL SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
THE WINSTON SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
GREENHILL SCHOOL
PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED
MADISON MAULDIN VISINSKY
ELIZABETH PAIGE WILLIAMS
STEVEN ROBERT WILLIAMSON
HONOR VIRGINIA WOOD
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
AMHERST COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
LAKE HIGHLANDS HIGH SCHOOL
JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
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The graduating seniors in attendance for the 5:30 p.m. Senior Recognition Service on Sunday, May 2.
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urely you have heard how our Church is slowly returning to normalcy. The following quote is posted on the Saint Michael website: “Let’s imagine a new way of forming a sacred community here at Saint Michael and out in the world that is better than what we had. We can seize this opportunity to begin new habits that bring us closer to one another and closer to God.” As we continue our reentry into a “brick and mortar” community it would behoove us to look closely at a community that has been a microcosm of what can work in the midst of a pandemic. One of our international missions, Amistad Mission, a Christian orphanage in Cochabamba, Bolivia has
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managed through God’s grace and our financial and prayer support to not only maintain a spirit-filled community but to strengthen it, like we have done at Saint Michael. Since Amistad was one of the recipients of this year’s Easter Plate offering, we thought you would appreciate an update on what life for the children at Villa Amistad has been like during the pandemic and how they are seizing the opportunity to grow closer to one another and closer to God. The pictures included here are of our children from the house that Saint Michael helps support, Casa Esperanza. They tell the story vividly.
Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in South America and limited in its access to COVID vaccines. Healthcare is available but certainly not of the caliber of our country. Quarantine has been critical to limit the transmission of the disease. Until recently, the Amistad children had been living in this safely confined community for over a year. From February 2020 to November 2020 (the Bolivian school year) all classes were virtual. In August of 2020, Saint Michael donated $4,009 from the Relief Fund, to support the purchase of tech equipment for the whole Villa for virtual learning, allowing the children to continue their education. From August 2020 through November 2020 the schools in Cochabamba were closed, and Amistad Mission hired three private tutors to continue to work with the children. The new academic year began this past February, with virtual learning as the only option. Amistad continues to provide daily online classes to 55 students in Villa Amistad. Missing their relationships with their school friends and having to rely solely on interactions with their “brothers and sisters” in Villa Amistad has been hard. Despite these obstacles, the children have continued to grow and thrive. Please give prayers of thanks for the dedicated Amistad staff and the Mamás and Tías who have labored with increased dedication to make the children’s lives “special.” Birthdays, which have always been a great celebration for the children, have become even more so. Holidays and religious holy days are paramount. The communal garden has been a joyful outlet for pent-up energy and anxiety for the children who work daily tilling the soil, planting, and harvesting 100% organic vegetables for their own casa’s table. Here, they witness the bountiful blessings the Lord furnishes in the midst of crisis. The communal garden supplies up to 25% of the total produce consumption in Villa Amistad. When asked what is hardest about quarantine during the pandemic, the children are quick to respond “los amigos.” They desperately miss visits from their American Amigos. Normally, they reTHE ARCHANGEL | 75TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR
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ceive 85-100 visitors in a year. It is hard to describe in writing the impact the American Amigos have on these children. They consider them family and cherish every card, letter, or Zoom call that comes from “Los Amigos.” Even at a time when we are all feeling terribly isolated, we can connect through technology. Amistad has a “Prayer Friends Program” which allows our parishoners of any age to “befriend a child“ with a commitment to pray for and communicate with them. Visitors to Villa Amistad are cherished. When the mission bus pulls up to Villa Amistad, the children’s excitement is electric. You suddenly realize that the tables have turned. Having thought you were coming to serve, you realize that you are the one being changed. Look at the eyes of the children in these pictures. You will see Christ.
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We are hopeful that these trips will begin again in the near future. Please prayerfully consider being a prayer friend for an Amistad child or visiting the Mission on our next trip.
For information on the Amistad Prayer Friends program, contact Terry Demler, tsdemler@gmail.com. For information about this ministry, please contact Mark Demler, mdemler@comcast.net, or Kelly Reddell, kellyreddell@att.net.
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PROJECT MOSES is a member of the North Texas Coalition Against Human Trafficking and are active in supporting the survivors of this horrible crime. It is rare that we receive personal feedback from survivors we assist, but this letter is a great reinforcement that our ministry makes a difference Join
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GRANT THEM ETERNAL REST* May the souls of these faithful departed rest in peace Theodore Rickenbacher, Jr. January 2 Patricia Ann Mitchell Scott February 28 Dr. Joanne Herbert Stroud Bilby March 7, Eric Stroud (son), Sara (daughter-in-law), Will (grandson) Dr. Richard Bramlett Kilgore II March 18 Sue Conley Nagel March 22, Paul Talbot (nephew), Laura (niece-in-law), Catherine, Anne, and Christopher (great-nieces and great-nephew) Jane Beasley Bailey April 5, Gail Clark (sister) and Bob (brother-in-law) Virginia McMillin Streeter Eggers April 6, Jennifer Barton (granddaughter), Fritz (grandson-inlaw), Charlotte and Emma (great-granddaughters), Steven Eggers (stepson), Julie (stepdaughter-in-law), Amanda and Alexander (step-grandchildren) Kevin Paterson Ramsey April 7, Jim Ramsey and Mary Stewart Ramsey (parents) Doris Davison Ley April 10, Larry Ley (son), Georgia (daughter-in-law), Cynthia Ley Anson (daughter), Dr. Carolyn Ley Thomas (granddaughter), Jake (grandson-in-law), Abigail, Luke, and Miles (great-grandchildren), Laura Ley Staub (granddaughter), Blake (grandson-in-law), Grant, Nathan, and Andrew (great-grandsons) Thomas K. Black, Jr. April 15, Tom Black (son), Monique (daughter-in-law), Audrey and Meredith (granddaughters) Gilbert Reagan "Gil" Shanley, Jr. April 15, Sara Shanley (daughter-in-law), Michael and Stephen (grandsons) Richard Wayne Ellison April 19
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Celebrating the arrivals of our newest family Beau Theodore Lovitt Wednesday, March 31, 2021 Grandparents: Kelly and Mike Reddell *As of: 5/5/2021
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consistent engagement—staying active and connected— is a strong key to this success. In the same way stock and crypto traders meticulously create habits and disciplines to actively stay informed and connected to peers and colleagues, so should we commit to our own habitual activity of connection to faith, family, and friends—even our parish life. This may sound like a no-brainer—but as many of us go back to the office, work longer hours, and have more “normal-life” distractions, it can be easier for those grounding connections, that we have recultivated in our hunger for others, to wane amidst the return of busyness. So how are my habits? Am I cultivating them, or leaving it to chance? In his article on page 4, Rector Chris Girata writes, “We can resist human distractions and problems that we create and embrace the holy, eternal truths of God for one another...to prioritize more and more the influence we have on our children, to raise them up in the faith... helping them grow.” These are words of action. Of intention. Of habit. Remaining vigilant in our planning, our activity, and our continued connection will make the difference. As you read through this issue of The Archangel, I challenge you to refresh your knowledge of the many returning ways to engage, and recommit intentions to help anchor you and yours to this vibrant and growing community as we seek Christ—I think you’ll find it helps.
Because of YOU! Because of your generosity in the 2021 Stewardship Campaign, over 1600 Lenten Home Altar kits were sent to all active households in the parish so that the holiness of the season could be present with you every day. Pictures and stories flowed in on what this sense of connectivity meant to families of every age. YOU have made the difference for these families and many others. THANK YOU!
The Stewart Family
The Goglia Family
“My mom is bed bound with home hospice. My partner and I along with my sister who joins us virtually from Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, come together to worship via the Saint Michael YouTube Livestream. We are grateful that technology supports Saint Michael’s outreach ministries and we can participate at home. These moments with mom have truly been a gift.”
“Building on their Catechesis experience when our children were younger, our family cherished the opportunity to create a Lenten home altar this year. We read each week’s devotional and responded to the prompts to add new items to our altar each week. We love how the scripture referenced the devotional tied to the week’s morning sermon. Working on the altar together brought our family closer to each other and God— focusing us on the reason for the season.”
– Chuck Stewart
– Carol Goglia
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For more questions about making a gift to Saint Michael and All Angels, contact Caroline Marak, Director of Stewardship, at cmarak@saintmichael.org or 214-692-3015. Visit saintmichael.org/stewardship2021 to see the 2021 Stewardship brochure!
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