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!
Parish Clergy The Reverend Christopher Girata, Rector The Reverend Bill Murray, Vicar The Reverend Lisa Flores Musser, Associate for Worship and Liturgy The Reverend Greg Pickens, Associate for Pastoral Care The Reverend Hunter Ruffin, Associate for Mission and Outreach The Reverend Bob Johnston, Associate for Evangelism The Reverend Oliver Butler, Associate for Young Adults The Reverend Mary Lessmann, Associate for Spiritual Growth The Reverend Michael Harmuth, Sunday Associate The Reverend Rich Towers, Sunday Associate
• Join the Lay Eucharist Visitors and provide communion to those in the hospital or homebound. Contact Ruthie Garrett at Garrett.ruthie@gmail.com. • Can you provide dinner for about 25 kids in our LiveWIRE youth group on a Wednesday night? Contact Lauren at lwainwright@saintmichael.org.
Parish Vestry Matt Waller, Sr. Warden Kay Whelan, Jr. Warden Grady Schleier, Treasurer Charlie Sartain, Chancellor Margaret Spellings, Clerk Peter Beck, Eric Conner, Mark Demler, Whitney Grogan, Beth Hise, Kathy Kelley, Rachel Morgan, Tom Rhodus, Elizabeth L. Selzer, J.C. Snead, Arnold Spencer, Kay Whelan, and Chris Wiley.
Worship Schedule Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - Eucharist Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - Healing Service Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - Eucharist 5:30 p.m. - Candlelight Mass Sunday Services 7:30 a.m. - Eucharist Rite I, SMC 9:00 a.m. - Eucharist Rite II, Church 9:00 a.m. - Discovery Mass, SMC 9:15 a.m. - Joy Mass, Theater 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. - Eucharist Rite I, Church 11:11 a.m. - Celebration, Parish Hall 5:30 p.m. - Evening Prayer and Eucharist - SMC www.facebook.com/ smaadallas www.twitter.com/smaadallas
Priest on Call If you have an urgent need to contact a priest after hours call 214-232-7512. Communications Card Use the card to register as a guest, make prayer requests, RSVPs, and provide information on yourself. Need Prayer Prayer Teams can pray with you after Sunday morning services. Ushers can direct you to private prayer locations. Prayer Candles A $1 donation is appreciated for lit candles in the Bishop Moore and Saint Michael Chapels.
It’s Time for Parish Party Auction Donations. Do you have a fabulous item to donate for the auction? Use of a vacation home; tickets to sporting events, lectures, or the theater; gift cards to restaurants; jewelry or other valuable items that would be perfect for the Parish Party auction? Have a great idea for a wonderful special occasion event that could be auctioned? Email Christine Paddock at christine. paddock@sbcglobal.net. The Parish Party on Friday, February 24 will be Stellar. Tickets go on sale this week! Get your tickets online at www.saintmichael. org/parishparty/. Parish Nurse Sunday is January 15. Nutrition and Fitness in the New Year will be the focus of the Parish Nurse ministry on Sunday, January 15. Stop by the Nurse Station in the South Lanai for tips on leading a healthier, nutritious life, and have your blood pressure taken, too. Questions? Contact Dianne Boyd, RN, at dboyd@saintmichael.org. Youth Winter Retreat Set for January 13 Weekend. Saint Michael’s youth will leave for their weekend Winter Retreat at Camp All Saints on Friday, January 13. The theme, “Rooted,” will focus on fun, food, and rooting our faith at Saint Michael and our world. Middle and High School students can still register online at www.saintmichael. org/event/youth-winter-retreat. For information contact Lauren at lwainwright@saintmichael.org.
Project Moses – New Ministry Effort to Combat Human Trafficking. Project Moses is a new outreach initiative focused on combating human trafficking. If you are passionate about this issue, you are invited to join Project Moses Wednesday, January 11 at 5:30, to plan the future of this ministry and map out next steps. Dinner will be served. For information and to RSVP contact Terry Demler at tsdemler@gmail.com. Grief Luncheon Thursday. The monthly Faith and Grief luncheon will be Thursday, January 12, with Linda Scott as the guest speaker. Learn how those with losses have managed their burden and how their lives have been blessed by their faith during times of grief. Make reservations with Katherine Bowen at kbowen@saintmichael.org. There is no fee but a donation is appreciated. Contact: The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org.
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New Enneagram Class Begins January 18 – Registration Necessary! A winter Enneagram class begins Wednesday, January 18 led by The Rev. Mary Lessmann and Mary Ann Webster. Registration for the class is necessary to provide adequate materials. The Enneagram is a personality assessment tool focusing on our relationship with God and those who are important to us. The twelve week session will meet in the Coke Activities Room from 1:00 to 2:30 in the afternoon. To register or get more information contact Mary Lessmann at mlessmann@saintmichael.org. Community Leaders Highlight Women of Saint Michael Parish-wide Evening Meeting. Three parishioners who have spent a major part of the their careers serving Dallas will discuss “Community Work Through Faith” at the Women of Saint Michael meeting Wednesday evening, January 18. The panel includes Tom Luce, former Assistant Secretary of Education; Dr. Gail Thomas, CEO of the Trinity Trust; and Walt Humann, the “father of DART” and Saint Michael’s Jubilee Park neighborhood revitalization initiative. Parishioner Brad Watson, former political commentator for WFAA-TV, will moderate the discussion. The program begins at 6:30 in the church followed by a reception. Make reservations for the program and dinner online at at www.saintmichael.org/wosmluncheons. January Prayer Ministry Meeting. The Rector Chris Girata will talk about his vision for the Prayer Ministry at the group’s meeting Thursday, January 19 in the Coke Activities Room at 6:00. Dinner is provided for $10. RSVP to Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael. org. To plan for future meetings, pick up a Prayer Ministry schedule at several locations throughout the church. Clergy contact: The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org
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Caregivers Support Group meets regularly to provide support to those who have the responsibility of caring for a loved one. Meetings are held in the Parlor, 11:00 to 12:30 on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Contact, Sandra Klingeman, jsklingeman@sbcglobal.net. Mission Outreach Grants Total $145,000 The Mission Outreach Grants Committee has awarded a total of $145,000 to twelve agencies and ministries associated with Saint Michael and All Angels. The grants were made to: • Amistad Mission • The Priory in the USA of the Most Venerable Order of the • Austin Street Center • Jubilee Park and Community Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem • Visting Nurses Association Center • North Dallas Shared Ministries • Honduras Mission Trip • Our Friends Place • Honduras Threads Mission Trip • Saint Michael's Farmers Market • Rosebud GLORY Program • St. Simon’s After School
W E L C O M E T O S A I N T M I C H A E L
Christian Formation Sunday Mornings at 10:00
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01/15
The Forum
Bible Study
Fellowship Class
Saint Michael Chapel
Coke Activities Room
Parish Hall
Death, Salvation, and Eternal Life
The Seven Deadly Sins: Introduction and Lust
Doug Travis
Mary Lessmann
Death, Salvation, and Eternal Life
The Seven Deadly Sins: Gluttony
Doug Travis
Mary Lessmann
My Terrible Egyptian Vacation Bill Murray
No Class This Week
The Rev. Mary Lessmann Named Associate for Spiritual Growth Rector Chris Girata has announced that The Rev. Mary Lessmann will expand her role at Saint Michael and has appointed her as Associate for Spiritual Growth. “Mary will expand on the formative work she has already begun, and work on new ways for our members to grow in their spiritual lives,” Girata said. The Rev. Lessmann this past fall led a new Enneagram class and will lead a second session beginning this month. She also is teaching the Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study class.
Children and Youth Sundays @ 10 4th and 5th Grade Blue Room - Youth Center
Childcare Story Keepers Story Telling, Age 3-5 Room 10
The Edge
Catechesis Level One Atrium (2nd Floor) and Power Library
Disciples Confirmation Class 6th Grade Theater
Catechesis Level Two
Rooms 101, 213
Spark: Activate Faith! Kindergarten - Grade 3 ESD Lobby
Youth Sunday School 7th - 12th Grades Green Room - Youth Center
The Prayers of the People During the Prayers of the People you are encouraged to offer aloud or silently your own petitions. As you pray, please remember the following people who as of Thursday, January 5, have asked for our prayers: Michael Boellhoff, Doris Cowling, Allen Dickey, Ken deGruy, Amos P. Eno, Jody Guenther, Jim Hamlin, Sara Hardee, Liam Hawk, Wayne Houston, Angela Howell, Jim Howell, Charlotte Huthnance, Bud Hunsucker, Emily Irwin, Lynn Jerabek, Grace and Lynne Jordan, Kate and Dana Juett, Stacey Ligon, Carolyn Morelock, Kathy O'Doherty, Tom Park, Patricia Plettner, Ronnie Pratt, Kathryn Miller Rabey, Randy Rekerdres, Katy Rubarth, Pete Ryan, Valerie Guenther Unger, Shelly Vescovo, Jack Day Watson lll, and Joe Yardley. Great Expectations – Families expecting children: Whitney and John Coke, Cindy and Matthew Ford, Caroline and Benjamin Germany, and Mary Katherine and Christopher Roby. The Altar Flowers are given in memory of Mary Haworth Atwood, Marion F. Fooshee, John Christian Kesinger, Alice Laska, Dorothy Leone Doub Mattingly, Ginger Kay Pearce, Miranda Wroath, and Paul C. Young.