T HE S UNDAY N EWS September 4, 2016
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 on this first Sunday in September. The kids are back in school, youth and adult sports programs are in full swing, and The State Fair is just around the corner. There are enumerable opportunities to serve at Saint Michael. Look through the September Archangel (online or hard copy) and find a place for you and your family. Thank you for worshiping with us today. The Church offices will be closed tomorrow, September 5 for Labor Day. Monday meetings are canceled and there will be no 7:00 a.m. Eucharist. Blow Your Horn – It’s a Boy! David Gabriel Musser is the newest member of Saint Michael’s clergy family. Gabriel was born to The Rev. Lisa Flores Musser and David Musser Thursday morning, September 1. He weighted 7lb 11oz. Gabriel, Lisa, and David are doing well. Keep them in your prayers. Rector to Launch Women of Saint Michael’s Luncheon Series. The Women of Saint Michael’s fall luncheon series kickoffs Wednesday, September 14 with Rector Chris Girata as the featured speaker. He will address “Empowering Women in Leadership.” The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. in Parish Hall. Purchase season tickets or make a reservation for the luncheon on line at: www.saintmichael.org/wosmluncheons. The Journeys of St. Paul – A 2017 Cruise with the Rector. Saint Michael Rector Christopher Girata will lead a pilgrimage next year tracing the Journeys of St. Paul through Rome, Greece, Turkey, and Malta. There will be an information meeting Sunday, September 11 at 12:30 in the Coke Activities Room for those interested in participating. The cruise, from June 29 – July 12, will also visit several scenic destinations in the Mediterranean. There are information brochures at several locations throughout the church. Prayer Ministry to Meet with Bob Johnston. The September 15 meeting of the Prayer Ministry will feature Bob Johnston, Associate for Evangelism. Chef Jed Demler, chef/owner of Savoureaux Catering Company, will delight us with either salad or sandwiches for $10. Make reservations by Tuesday, September 13 with Katherine Bowen at kbowen@saintmichael.org. The meeting begins at 6:00 in the Coke Activities Room. Everyone is invited and welcome! Saint Michael 101 – Learn About Saint Michael Membership. Are you new to Saint Michael and are thinking about joining? Do you have friends that ought to be members? Saint Michael 101 on September 18 at 6:30 is the place to be! It’s a lively, fun (free) dinner, led by The Rev. Bob Johnston, where you get to know our church and what it’s all about. Sign up for yourself, or urge your friends to come and see. RSVP at www.saintmichael.org. Rector Institution September 24 You are invited to the Institution of The Rev. Christopher D. Girata as the 8th Rector of Saint Michael and All Angels on Saturday morning, September 24 at 11:00 in the Church. Former Presiding Bishop Frank Griswold will preach, Bishop George Sumner will celebrate the Eucharist, and festal music will be provided by the Saint Michael choir, organ, and orchestra. A reception in the Garden Cloister will follow the ceremony. John 1:43-46