Sunday News - October 9

T HE S UNDAY N EWS October 9, 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. Thank you for worshiping with us today and as you read this edition of Sunday News you will find many ways for you to get connected and involved. Pick out one and give it a try.

Saint Michael and All Angels Responds to Hurricane Matthew. The massive Hurricane Matthew has dealt a devastating blow to Haiti and the east coast of the U.S. Saint Michael and All Angels Church has committed funds through Episcopal Relief and Development to help the people impacted by the storm. You can join in supporting the hurricane relief efforts at www.episcopalrelief.org/hurricane-matthewresponse/.

Dr. Amy-Jill Levine to be Distinguished Lecture Scholar-in-Residence. Dr. AmyJill Levine, Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies at Vanderbilt, will serve as Scholar-in-Residence and Distinguished Lecturer next weekend addressing “Who Am I Called to Be.” On Saturday, October 15 at 9:15, Dr. Levine will examine “The Call to Speak About the Church – Daniel in Babylon,” followed by a discussion at 10:30 on “The Call to Discipleship – Mary and Martha.” That session will meet in the Coke Activities Room. On Sunday, October 16, Dr. Levine will address the combined Forum, Together, and Bible Study classes addressing “The Call to Action – Queen Esther" at 10:00 in the church.

Good Shepherds Hold Annual Meeting on Thursday. The Good Shepherd’s Annual Meeting will be Thursday, October 13 beginning at 11:30 in the Youth Center. For reservations and information contact Ann Mills at amills@saintmichael.org.

Experience Cursillo Next Weekend. Take your faith to the next level by attending the Cursillo weekend beginning Thursday evening October 13 at Camp Crucis near Granbury. You’ll come away with the tools to lead a more Christ-centered life.

Register at www.DFWCursillo.org. Men's and women's small groups meet regularly at or near Saint Michael. Contact: Joe Walker jpwalkeriii@sbcglobal.net or Britt McGannon 3britt@gmail.com.

As our family counts our blessings, Saint Michael and All Angels rises to the top. From the first time we watched our children run to sing (and dance!) in the Joy Mass choir or chant “I heard it” as the bread was broken, we knew we had found a home. The energy in the Children and Family Ministry is contagious and makes us excited to come to church. We give back to Saint Michael because of all that God and our church give to us.

Kathryn, Jim, Ashley (10), Jimmy (10) and Robert (6) Francis

Parish Clergy The Reverend Christopher Girata, Rector The Reverend Bill Murray, Vicar The Reverend Lisa Flores Musser, Associate for Pastoral Care The Reverend Greg Pickens, Associate for Operations and 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 Michael Harmuth, Sunday Associate The Reverend Rich Towers, Sunday Associate The Reverend Mary Lessmann, Sunday Associate

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.

• Consider volunteering at St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange. Contact Lisa Riggert at smwe@sbcglobal.net.

• Interested in a mission trip to Honduras next February? Information and registration is available at www.saintmichael.org/ honduras2017.

Nativity Pageant Tryouts Begin Today. It’s tryout time for this year’s December Nativity Pageant.

Today and next Sunday, October 16, children from the 3rd grade through 8th grade will tryout for specific pageant parts between 12:30 – 2:30 in Room 101. Children between 3 years old and 2nd grade only need to be registered. The Nativity Pageant will be Sunday, December 18 at 11:00 in the church.

Sign up online at www.saintmichael.org/nativity.

Great Expectations Ministers to Expecting Families. Are you expecting a baby? Do you know someone who is expecting?

We would love to know and take this joyous journey with you! As part of Saint Michael’s new Great Expectations ministry, we want to lift you up in prayer during worship services and throughout the week, and to help make connections with the clergy and children's ministry team to offer love and care during your pregnancy and at birth. To learn more about Great Expectations, go to www.saintmichael. org/greatexpections and fill out the VERY brief form or contact Emily Given at egiven@saintmichael.org.

Children’s Safety Enhanced with New Security Doors. The safety of school children on the Saint Michael campus has been significantly enhanced with the installation of new security doors near the north parking lot entrance. The doors will be electronically locked during school hours beginning this week. Everyone needing access to the hallways, including the Coke Activities Room and the kitchen, will be required to have a nametag. The hallways will be open after school hours and on weekends.

Honduras Threads Merchandise Arrives at the Book Shop. The Book Shop has new pillows and cocktail napkins from the Honduras Threads sewing co-ops. There are pillows in beautiful colors and their cocktail napkins make great gifts! Honduras Threads includes more than 50 women living in rural communities in Honduras that create these beautiful tapestries.

Saint Michael’s Luncheon Wednesday, October 12 at 11:30. Longtime and devoted members, Anne Coke, Peggy Carr, Karen Wiley and Tony Briggle, will lead small group tours on “The History of Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church,” examining our stained glass windows and other art treasures. The meeting begins at 11:30 in the Garden Cloister.

After discovering more about our history and special treasures, we will return to the Cloister for a box lunch in the garden with friends. Make a reservation online at: www.saintmichael.org/wosmluncheons.

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PT Cruisers to “Drag” the State Fair Thursday, October 20. Big Tex says “Howdy” to the PT Cruisers as they head to the State Fair of Texas. The bus leaves the church Thursday, October 20 at 9:30. Admission is free, but you will need money for coupons, a corny dog or two, or maybe some of those wonderful fried foods that are offered! Call Mary Davis at 214-363-7761 to make reservations by Sunday, October 16.

Saint Michael Music Director Performs at the Meyerson. James Diaz, director of music, will perform at the Meyerson Symphony Center next Sunday afternoon, October 23, at 2:30. His concert, as part of the Pipedreams Live performance, will include works by Paul Creston, Marcel Dupre, and Maurice Durufle. Tickets are available through the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

Saint Michael Presents Christmas Concert. Saint Michael Presents’ fall concert will feature Grammy Award winning vocal ensemble, Conspirare, on Sunday, December 11 in its acclaimed holiday concert, “Conspirare Christmas.” The concert is free, but tickets are necessary to assure adequate seating. Tickets are available at the south lanai reception desk or online at www. saintmichael.org/saintmichaelpresents.

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Get involved with By Our Love. By Our Love is seeking new volunteer leadership to organize and coordinate the volunteers that serve at the AIDs Services of Dallas. If you are looking for a new way to lead a ministry and have a heart for caring for those in need, consider becoming the next By Our Love Advocate! For more information, contact The Rev. Hunter Ruffin at hruffin@saintmichael.org or come to the By Our Love meeting on October 24!

Mission Outreach Leadership Opportunities Available. Are you looking for a way to give back? Mission and Outreach is looking for dedicated people to serve in multiple leadership capacities. It’s a rewarding way to be involved and make a difference. If interested, contact The Rev. Hunter Ruffin at hruffin@saintmichael.org.

Monday Midday Book Study Takes Up New Book by SMU Professor. The new book of Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles, Reading John for Dear Life, will be the focus of tomorrow’s Midday Book Study group. It meets in the Chapel Conference Room at 12:00 Noon.

Dr. Clark-Soles, is Professor of New Testament at SMU’s Perkins School of Theology. For information contact Mary Ann Webster at maryannwebster@gmail.com.

Youth Ministry Seeks Meal Providers. Consider helping our Youth Ministry by providing a meal on a Wednesday evening during the school year. You can sign up alone or with another family. By signing up, our kids will not have to pay $5 each week. Dinner is served at 6:30 for approximately 25 youth. Sign up at www.saintmichael.org/ youth.

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 The Forum

Bible Study

Together

Fellowship Class

Church (New Location)

Coke Activities Room

ESD Library

Parish Hall

Remember The Honeymooners? - To the Moon Alice!

Who is Drawn From the Water?

Hypocisy

10/09

Bob Johnson

Women in the Bible Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles

Noralyn and Greg Pickens

Who Am I Called to Be? The Call to Action - Queen Esther

10/16

Dr. Amy Jill Levine Distinguished Lecture Series Scholar-In-Residence

Bill Murray

Murder and Getting Married

Church

Bill Murray

Trunk or Treat returns October 30 from 10-11 Dress up your kids and your cars and join us for a fun morning in the south parking lot. Children and youth are urged to come to church in their Halloween costumes for games, balloon artists, snacks, music, and prizes for the most creatively decorated car. The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive at the same time in the ESD lobby. For more information, contact Emily Given – egiven@saintmichael.org or 214-692-3030. To reserve your parking space, fill out this short form at: www.saintmichael.org/trunkortreat.

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, October 6, have asked for our prayers: Samantha Burgett, Kennedy Coke, Doris Cowling, Bill Creasey, Ken deGruy, Janet Farrow, Jody Guenther, Thomas Hagoort, Bernie Hartley, Liam Hawk, Jim Howell, Charlotte Huthnance, Bud Hunsucker, Emily Irwin, Grace and Lynne Jordan, Kate and Dana Juett, Stacey Ligon, Travis Matthews, Kathy O’Doherty, Tom Park, Jennifer Peters, Patricia Plettner, Gwen Polk, Larry Prohaska, Kathryn Miller Rabey, Robert Ratelle, Randy Rekerdres, Loren Reynolds, Katy Rubarth, Ed & Sue Ruff, Judy Saunders, Campbell Scott, Pat Shaw, David Smallwood, Emmet Smith, Junie Smith, J.C. Sterquell, Anne Blake Townsend, Valerie Guenther Unger, Shelly Vescovo, Linda Wade, Waylon Ward, Jack Day Watson lll, Bob Wilson, and Joe Yardley.

The Altar flowers are given in memory of Mary Haworth Atwood, Charlotte W. Finlay, John P. Hall, Jr., Besse & Pete Hayden, Alice Laska, The Rev. Robert Michael Swann, Priest, Martha Jean W. Teagarden, Henry I. Warden, Wauneta G. Warden, and Kenneth Royal Wells.