T HE S UNDAY N EWS January 8, 2017
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church 8011 Douglas Dallas, Texas 75225 214-363-5471 www.saintmichael.org
Followers of Christ, Spreading God’s Love
Welcome to Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. In his New Year’s message, Rector Chris Girata said, “I am filled with hopefulness. Hope that we will renew our life together, hope that we will discover new ways of living like Christ in the world, and hope that we will have the courage and conviction to give our hearts to God.” Join us as we venture with purpose and hope into a new year of service to each other, our community, and the world. Thank you for worshiping with us today. Do it often. Christmas Giving Tops $46,900. Offerings given during the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship services have topped $46,900. A minimum of $15,300 will be given to the Promise House, providing services to homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth; North Dallas Shared Ministries serving low-income families with food, health, and assistance programs; and The Anglican Centre in Rome and its multi-faith program to combat human trafficking. Thank you for your generosity. Footsteps of St. Paul Pilgrimage Meeting Set for January 17. The Rector, Chris Girata, and his family are hosting a pilgrimage this summer tracing the missionary journeys of St. Paul. An information meeting about the trip will be held Tuesday evening, January 17, at the home of Peggy Carr. The pilgrimage cruise, June 29 July 12, will include tours of Rome, Athens, Ephesus, and Corinth, as well as other scenic sites in the Mediterranean. For information contact Susan Kalen at skalen@ saintmichael.org. Saint Michael 101 – A Quick Course on Membership. If you or some of your friends want to know about Saint Michael and membership in the church, Saint Michael 101 on Sunday, January 22 is the place. The Rev. Bob Johnston and Rector Chris Girata will lead a lively program on the church, its future, and getting involved. Dinner and childcare is included. RSVP online to adult@saintmichael.org. Discovery – A Course About Our Church. Discovery is a new 5-week course starting Sunday, January 29 designed for newcomers and members entering a new phase in life. The course addresses the question, “What is God calling me to do next?” It will explore the history of Christianity and the Anglican Church, Saint Michael’s unique mission in Dallas, and the “how-to” of worship. The Discovery course will meet at 12:15 in the Coke Activities Room and continue through February, with lunch provided for $10. Register at www.saintmichael.org/discoveryclass.
Happy New Year from the Stewardship Committee! Thanks to everyone who has made a pledge for this year! If you have forgotten to make your pledge, you have until January 31 to do so. Email the stewardship office at stewardship@saintmichael.org or call 214-692-3015 to make your commitment for 2017. Thank you!