Sunday News - July 16

T HE S UNDAY N EWS July 16, 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. This is the season for pilgrimages and mission trips. Give thanks for the safe return this past week of the pilgrims who followed in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul’s missionary ministry, and pray for God’s blessing on our youth who leave next week to work at the Amistad Mission in Bolivia. If you are traveling this summer remember that our 9:00 and 11:11 Sunday worship services are streamed at saintmichael.org/live. Thank you for worshiping with us today.

Youth Bolivia Mission Trip Leaves Next Week. Saint Michael’s 9th through 12th grade youth will leave Monday, July 24 for a weeklong mission trip to Bolivia. They will be working at the Amistad mission and with the children of Casa Esperanza, which is supported by Saint Michael. Keep our youth and their adult leaders in your prayers. You can follow our youth’s activities online at www.saintmichael.org.

Saint Michael 101 – An Introduction to Our Church for Newcomers.

Newcomers interested in joining our church should attend the Saint Michael 101 dinner on Sunday, September 24. It is the perfect opportunity to explore membership, meet clergy and Vestry members, and learn about our many ministries, opportunities for involvement, and exciting future. If you have friends or neighbors who should be members of Saint Michael, get September 24 from 6:00 – 8:00 on their calendar.

Childcare will be available.

Nominations Open for Church Leadership Positions. Nominations are being accepted through Friday, August 18 for positions on the Church Vestry and Diocesan Convention delegation. The election will be held at a called Parish Meeting on Sunday, October 29. Five new Vestry members will be elected as will three delegates to serve at the fall convention. They will begin their terms in January, 2018.

Care Givers Support Begins Weekly Meetings. Care Givers Support Group meets every Monday from 11:00 to 12:30 in the Parlor to provide support to those who have the responsibility of caring for a loved one. Contact Sandra Klingeman jsklingeman@ sbcglobal.net.

Feed The Spirit. Find Your +1. Build The Future.

As was announced in early June, the clergy and Vestry have outlined the direction of the parish during the next 18 months. This process, which began at the Vestry Retreat in March, continues to be tweaked and edited to ensure the work taking place will have the greatest impact on Saint Michael.

While the Vestry, clergy, and staff are working on the roadmaps that will define the work to do, we wanted to share with you the logo that will be used each time you see something related to this important work.

Parish Clergy The Reverend Dr. Christopher Girata, Rector The Reverend Dr. Bill Murray, Vicar The Reverend Lisa Flores Musser, Associate for Worship and Liturgy The Reverend Greg Pickens, Associate for Pastoral Care The Reverend Bob Johnston, Associate for Modern Worship The Reverend Oliver Butler, Associate for Young Adults The Reverend Mary Lessmann, Associate for Spiritual Growth The Reverend Michael Harmuth, Priest Associate for Worship The Reverend Rich Towers, Priest Associate for Worship The Reverend Dr. Hiltrude Nusser-Telfer, Priest Associate for Pastoral Care

Parish Vestry Eric Conner, Sr. Warden Margaret Spellings, Jr. Warden Arnold Spencer, Warden At-Large Grady Schleier, Treasurer Charlie Sartain, Chancellor Margaret Cervin, Clerk Bonner Allen, Marla Jacks Briggle, Mark Demler, Whitney Grogan, Warren Houser, Kathy Kelley, Ben Leal, Christine Paddock, Sally Schupp, Elizabeth L. Selzer, J. C. Snead, and Chris Wiley.

• Join the Lay Eucharist Visitors and provide communion to parishioners in the hospital or homebound. Contact Charlie Smith, jsmithcpa@earthlink.net • A Stephen Minister is trained to provide confidential one-on-one care to people facing life-changing challenges. Contact The Rev. Greg Pickens at gpickens@saintmichael.org or Mary Kardell at mkar102481@aol.com.

Camp Mail From Saint Michael. Is your child away at camp this summer? We would love to send them a note. Email Youth Director Lauren Wainwright at lwainwright@sainmichael.org the address and dates your child will be away and we will put a note in the mail to them.

Summer Worship Schedule Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer Tuesday and Thursday 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. - Joy Mass, Theater 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.

Registration Open for Fall Disciples Confirmation Class. It’s time to register 6th grade students for the fall Disciples Confirmation Class which meets weekly on Sunday mornings during the academic year, culminating with Confirmation in May of 2018. The class focuses on furthering our youth’s faith through Bible study and building a greater understanding of the Church. In the Confirmation class, students participate in a highenergy, interactive, large-group experience. In addition to the Sunday morning classes there is a service project, two retreats – one in the fall and another in the spring – and opportunities to work with a mentor. Register online at www.saintmichael. org/disciples.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets on the first and third Sunday evenings at 7:00 in the Coke Activities Room. Contact The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@ saintmichael.org.

Women’s Cancer Support Group is a long-term women’s cancer support system. The group meets on Mondays at 1:45 p.m. in the church parlor. Contact: Sue Patton, pattons@sbcglobal.net, or Charlie Stobaugh, charlie@stobaugh.net.

Stay Up-to-date On Your Pledge this Summer. Saint Michael is grateful for your stewardship support. In the midst of vacations and out-of-town trips, be sure to stay current on your pledge throughout the summer. You can go online to the ‘Give’ section on our website to make a payment, send it by mail, or put it in the offering plate on Sunday. If you have questions, contact Caroline Marak, Stewardship Manager, at cmarak@saintmichael. org or 214-692-3015 with any questions!

Gabrielle Ott to Head Children and Family Ministry. Gabrielle Ott, who for several years has led Saint Michael’s Catechesis program, will lead the Children and Family Ministry on an interim basis. Beginning this month she will plan and direct programs for our children, pre-school through 5th grade. Vicar Bill Murray said of Gabrielle, “Her many years of leading Catechesis gives her an insight into how to reach our families and parents.” Upon arrival in midAugust of The Rev. Dr. Eric Liles, Associate for Formation, she will help in the selection and transition to a permanent Director of Children and Family Ministry.

Exploring Christian Poetry Coming this Fall. Poetry and Faith: An Exploration of Christian Poetry is coming this fall. This once a month evening series will explore Christian poetry from the Middle Ages to today. Meeting on the 2nd Thursday, September through November, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., the class will be limited to 10 - 12 people. Other than a book to buy, the only prerequisites are curiosity and an open mind. If this sounds interesting to you, please contact Richard Kilgore at richard.kilgore@gmail.com or 214-868-3758 for more information.

Saint Michael Ties On Sale Online. The new Saint Michael tie, with subtle angel logos, is available online at www.saintmichael.org. It can be worn for any occasion; dinner parties, work, even church. They are available in traditional styles, bow ties, youth ties, and pocket squares in blue, red, and yellow. Proceeds go to the Women of Saint Michael Gifts Committee that supports charities and Episcopal ministries addressing hunger and poverty.

July is North Dallas Shared Ministries Month. Fill at least one grocery bag during July and bring it to the South Lanai. Suggested items: macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, tortillas, canned food items, saltine crackers. A more extensive list is available at several locations throughout the church.

Financial contributions are just as valuable. Make checks payable to North Dallas Shared Ministries and bring to the South Lanai receptionist.

August Faith and Grief to Feature Greg Dodd. Greg Dodd, a certified senior advisor with Seniors Helping Seniors will be the speaker at the August 10 Faith and Grief Luncheon. It is an opportunity for those who have lost loved ones to have a meal and conversation together. The luncheon begins at 12:00 Noon in the Coke Activities Room.

Make reservations with Katherine Bowen at kbowen@saintmichael.org.

Planning a Wedding? St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange has the perfect deal for you. As a special gift to parish members, St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange offers a discount on invitations and other printed items when the wedding invitations are ordered at The Exchange. This offer may be enjoyed whether or not the wedding takes place at Saint Michael.

Just order your wedding invitations at The Exchange and save on Save-the-Dates, Shower and Party Invitations, Thank You Notes, and Rehearsal Dinner Invitations! Call the store at 214-521-3862 for an appointment or come by at 5 Highland Park Village for more information.

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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, July 13, have asked for our prayers: James Angelino, Mike Averitt, Mary Bergner, Rebecca Brimmage, Art Brook, Frances Briggle Campbell, Mary Anna Coleman, Doris Cowling, Allen Dickey, Ken deGruy, Virginia Eggers, Zac Giles, Linda Gore, Jody Guenther, John P. Hall lll, Stephen Hines, Caroline Hite, Jean Hoffman, Jim Howell, Jennifer Hulsey, Charlotte Huthnance, Terry Inman, Emily Irwin, Howard Johnsen, Grace and Lynne Jordan, Elizabeth and Spencer Knapp, Ginny Lauderdale, Joseph McCadden, Lydia Moody, Charlie Moncrief, David Munson, Kathy O’Doherty, Tom Park, Jean Porter, Kathryn Miller Rabey, Eliza Ramos, Ed Reeves, Sandra Rose, David Smallwood, Lynn Smith, Brenda Stubel, Valerie Guenther Unger, Shelly Vescovo, Jack Day Watson lll, Merial West, Tom Wittenbraker, and Joe Yardley.

The Altar Flowers are given in memory of Marilee Warden Humphrey, T. D. Humphrey, Jr., Harold V. Johnson, Jr., Helena Wicker Newman, Robert W. Ryan, Jr., Ann L. Stubel, A. Martin Stubel, and in thanksgiving for Bernice Froman, and Howard Froman.