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Blessing of the Animals
Church Offices Closed Columbus Day Holiday
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Women of Saint Michael Luncheon
Vestry Meeting
Farmers Market
Parish Meeting Blood Drive
Why YOU – Why now? Over the last few weeks, you have heard me speak about a number of ideas for our future, where we can go together as a faith family this fall and beyond. Our visions and desires are filled with ideals that can only become a reality in one way – with your Spiritual Giving. And, Spiritual Giving is different than you might think. At first glance, you might think you know what this is all about: financial support to a group in order to do good things. There is definitely truth to that. As followers of Jesus, we commit ourselves to one another in this church in order to manifest our faith in specific ways. We seek to praise God in beautiful worship. We seek to raise up children in our sacred way of life. We seek to love and care for everyone around us, especially those in greatest need. The calling of Christians in a church community like Saint Michael makes giving an incredible opportunity to do all those things, and so I will begin here, but that’s not where I will end up (so keep reading!). continued on page 18
Vestry – Delegate Elections at October 29 Annual Meeting The Vestry at its September 23 meeting nominated candidates to serve three year terms on the Vestry and as Delegates or Alternates to the Diocesan Convention in 2018. Under new procedures, the elections will be held at the October 29 Annual Meeting in the Church with the new members taking office January 1, 2018. The five vestry nominees will succeed retiring members Eric Conner, Mark Demler, Kathy Kelley, J.C. Snead, and Margaret Spellings.
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Parish Meeting Sunday, October 29 10:00 a.m. Church
Vestry Nominees Vestry Nominees 2018 – 2020 The Vestry has nominated the following parishioners to serve a three year term on the Vestry beginning January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2020. The vote on these candidates will be at the Parish Meeting, 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 29 in the Church.
John Ellerman John, a management consultant for more than 40 years, has been a member of Saint Michael and All Angels for 24 years. For the past two years he has served as chair of the Saint Michael’s Farmers Market Committee and is an active member of the Men of Saint Michael. He also has been a Lay Reader, Sunday School teacher, and Jubilee Park volunteer.
Jane Greene Jane is a life-long Episcopalian and member of Saint Michael for more than 30 years. She is active in the Women of Saint Michael having served on its Parish Party and Gifts Committees. Jane has chaired the Youth Ministry committee, taught confirmation class, and has been a Good Shepherd for more than 15 years. She currently serves on the boards of the Episcopal School of Dallas and the Dallas Garden Club.
Eligible parish members may nominate one or more candidates for the Vestry by using a Nominating Petition for each person nominated. Petitions are on the website, saintmichael.org, or at the south lanai reception desk. Petitions must be returned to the south lanai receptionist by 4:30 p.m. October 11, 2017.
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Jay Lipscomb The music program at Saint Michael has been Jay’s passion for nearly 50 years. He began in the Men’s and Boy’s Choir in the ‘70s, met his wife, Suzanne, in the Oratorio Choir and they have been singing in the church’s choirs ever since, along with their three children. Jay helped form the original “Young Singles” program in the ’80s, and chaired the Saint Michael Presents concert series and currently serves on its Advisory Committee. He has served six years on the Audit Committee, the past three years as its chair.
Kyle Moore Kyle is a 20 year member of Saint Michael and has served in several leadership roles in the church. He and his wife, Nancy, after 10 years on the Stewardship Committee, chaired the 2008 – 2009 campaign. Kyle was co-leader of the confirmation class program for three years, and currently is a member of the Mission and Outreach Committee and the Brotherhood of St. Andrew.
Anna Paccone Anna has been a member at Saint Michael and All Angels since 1989 and is active in many ministry areas. She serves on the Altar Guild, the Prayer and Knitting Ministries and volunteers in the Book Shop. She taught Catechisis of the Good Shepherd during its first three inaugural years, was a 4th and 5th grade Sunday School teacher, and served as a Confirmation Class tribe leader.
Delegate Nominees Diocesan Convention Delegate Nominees 2018 - 2020 The Vestry has nominated the following parishioners to serve a three year term as delegates or as alternates to the Diocesan Convention beginning January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2020. The vote on these candidates will be at the Parish Meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 29 in the Church.
Alternates (to serve in the following order) Heather Lorch •
Vice Chair 2018 Stewardship Committee
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Saint Michael Representative to Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishes
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Former Member of Congregational Council – Trinity Wall Street Church
Terry Demler
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Founding member Young Adult Network, Episcopal Diocese of New York
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Co-founder of Project Moses
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Acolyte/Chalice Bearer
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Pastoral Care Lay Leader
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Adult Formation Steering Committee
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Vestry Member
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Acolyte/Chalice Bearer/Verger/Master of Ceremonies
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Diocesan Executive Committee
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Diocesan Nominating Committee
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Former Vestry Member
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Assistant Parish Chancellor
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Former Chair Adult Formation Steering Committee
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Adult Formation Committee
Blair Oden •
Saint Michael’s Fredericks Square Title Holding Company Chair
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Building and Grounds Committee
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Confirmation Class Leader
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Sunday School Teacher
Jack Rubarth •
Leader of Vestry Technology Initiative
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Men of Saint Michael Former Chair
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Mission and Outreach Leadership Team
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Fellowship Class Steering Committee
Eligible parish members may nominate one or more candidates as Convention delegates or alternates by using a Nominating Petition for each person nominated. Petitions are on the website, saintmichael.org, or at the south lanai reception desk. Petitions must be returned to the south lanai receptionist by 4:30 p.m. October 11, 2017.
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Warden’s Corner I continue to be astounded by the amazing energy, talent and level of activity at Saint Michael. I want to highlight just a few areas:
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Led by Bill Murray, there have been many internal process changes including reorganizing the staff to streamline direct reports, updating job descriptions, developing salary matrices, etc.
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The changes to the Parish Hall (and the respective services) should be unveiled in October. The reorientation of the room, complete with A/V and lighting updates, should provide for a richer worship experience.
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Under the leadership of Eric Liles, there will be various Confirmation listening sessions to best discern the age at which we confirm our youth. Check the Sunday News for time and location.
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Thanks to Anne Schmidt and her team, our Welcome Center on Sundays in the Parlor is a huge success. As you help share the news about the great things happening at Saint Michael (dare I say evangelize?), please bring friends and guests to church and then drop by the Parlor so we can help them Find Their +1!
Organizational Initiatives
Eric Conner, Sr. Warden
As has been discussed in previous columns, the 13 initiatives that support our three Imperatives (Feed the Spirit, Find Your +1, Build the Future) have been unveiled! This is a result of a summer-long collaborative effort between Vestry, Clergy, Staff and other lay leaders. Road maps were developed for each Initiative that will guide our work during the next 18 months. Please take time to read more at saintmichael.org/imperatives.
It is also important to note that the Initiatives are part of an overall five year vision. It is appropriate from a resource perspective that the scope be targeted while knowing that each ministry area will be touched in some way over the next five years. Interested in finding how your ministry area connects to these Imperatives? There is a “connection matrix” that can be found at saintmichael.org/imperatives.
Stewardship The annual giving effort is underway! Each of you will be receiving a pledge letter in the coming weeks. Please take note of the some of the highlighted ministry areas (Youth, Music, and Membership) that can be expanded and enriched if we are able to increase our stewardship dollars in 2018. Stewardship Sunday is October 22nd, but of course your pledge is welcome at any time!
Finally, I want to express my thanks to the tireless efforts to all those who worked round the clock to address some water pipe issues over the last two weeks. Keeping this campus running is an endeavor on a routine basis, let alone when a crisis occurs. We are very interested in your feedback, so please feel free to engage with members of the Staff, Clergy, or Vestry. Alternatively, you can email vestry@saintmichael.org with any specific comments or questions. It is an amazing time to be at Saint Michael. There are so many ways to engage your talents and gifts.
Eric Conner, Sr. Warden
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Vestry Initiatives The clergy, Vestry, and staff of Saint Michael heard you in the Parish Survey taken two years ago. Those survey results have helped shape the high level imperatives developed in the spring of 2017 to make our church a better place. Under each of the imperatives lies set of plans to bring these visions to life in our Parish.
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Define, leverage, and promote our “remarkables” to recruit the disconnected and disengaged
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Develop formative experiences for our children and youth and extend engagement beyond confirmation by committing appropriate resources (financial, volunteer, staff)
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Rebuild and elevate the music programs to enhance worship, formation, and educational experiences
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Define and market traditional and modern “tracks” for worship that celebrate the Anglican tradition
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Implement dynamic technology systems (CRM, web and mobile) to engage and serve our members
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Attract, develop and support high performance and collaboration among staff
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Develop and implement communication strategy
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Support the transition and growth of Saint Michael Episcopal School and the partnership with Saint Michael and All Angels
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Finalize a campus plan that will transform Saint Michael and All Angels
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Finalize north land development options and plans, enroll key stakeholders, and discern strategic use of proceeds
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Using the matrix on the next page you will find connections to these Imperatives as a sample of the many ministry areas offered at Saint Michael.
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Build a sense of community by expanding and strengthening our small group offerings
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Communicate and track a concept of membership that includes attendance, engagement and commitment
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Implement our member integration program by expanding the invite-welcome-connect model
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Vestry Initiatives Saint Michael is Going Digital – Your Digital Parish Portal Goes Live As you’ve been hearing for the past few months, the Vestry, Clergy and Staff are working on a project that will strengthen Saint Michael for years to come. The Imperative project has one category – Build the Future – which is important for building a strong foundation for Saint Michael as we move ahead. Under Build the Future are initiatives which deal with infrastructure, our campus, and technology. Technology is, and will continue to be, the primary way we communicate timely information. In order to better communicate with you, and with each other, we have developed a website where you will be able to update your information, add a photo of you or your family, check your giving history, or search the parish directory, and more. Watch for your inbox for a special invitation to login. It will contain your username and a temporary password. Once you logon, you will be able to make basic changes to your information, view your contributions and make online payments. Over time, look for new ways to engage with Saint Michael like search the parish directory, small group activities, mission trips and sign up for events. For now, this is a great step in the right direction. If you have any issues logging on, contact the church and staff members will be happy to assist you. We want this to be easy for you, and for it to be the first step toward providing our members with a way to quickly and efficiently update your information. During the month of October, we will have a station set up in the parlor where you can see the Digital Parish Portal in action. You can also request login credentials if you have not already received the email.
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Stewardship
2017-2018 Stewardship Committee Left to right: Barbara Hollis, Peggy Carr, Ken Malcolmson, Phil Ritter, Heather Lorch, Kathryn Francis Front: Stacey Malcolmson, Caroline Marak (not pictured: Bonner Allen, Stuart Brown, Nancy Duncan)
Parish Stewardship Prayer Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we posses: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our time, our talent, and our treasure. Help us to order our lives so that we may be faithful stewards of your bounty. Strengthen us to do your work and build your kingdom through our offerings. All this we ask through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen 7
For Your Information Work Progresses on Refresh, Renew, Revive Projects
Oleta Salyards Named Interim Director of Mission and Outreach
Work has moved forward during September on the primary Refresh, Renew, and Revive campaign projects.
Rector Chris Girata has announced that Oleta Salyards has been named Interim Director of Mission and Outreach. She immediately began organizing Saint Michael’s Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts.
Craftsmen from Stanton Glass in Waco removed all of the panels of the Creation Window over the choir loft and installed glare-retarding film. The window’s repair and restoration program is expected to take until mid-2018 to complete. New cushions were installed in the Church pews in September. The design and production of the new cushions was coordinated by Kittye Peeler, Anne Coke, and the Altar Guild. New sound, lighting and video equipment is being put in both the Church and Parish Hall. Installation of the Parish Hall equipment is expected to be completed by mid-October, and the new audio/video control room and lighting in the church will be finished later in the month. And, finally the Angel doors leading into Saint Michael Chapel have been removed to make repairs to the glass and to strengthen the frames that hold the glass. Next, repairs will be made to the Chapel’s Red Doors.
“It has been my hope to hire an experienced coordinator for Mission and Outreach, and with the incredible destruction from Hurricane Harvey, I jumped at the opportunity to bring a gifted leader onto the team,” the Rector said. Mrs. Salyards, a parishioner and former Vestry member, has an extensive background in marketing and volunteer coordination. She organized and led Saint Michael’s disaster response to Hurricane Katrina that devastated New Orleans and the Gulf coast in 2005. “I am excited,” Mrs. Salyards said, “to work with our amazing clergy, staff, parishioners, and community to lead Mission and Outreach, addressing both the immediate needs of Hurricane Harvey victims as well as the long-term opportunities to spread God’s love.” ..............
Women of Saint Michael 2018 Grant Program The Women of Saint Michael Gifts Committee is accepting applications for its 2018 grants. Grant funds are available for non-profit agencies serving the critical needs of residents primarily in the Dallas area. Generated funds are distributed principally through sales at the St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange in Highland Park Village, as well as from proceeds of annual Parish events hosted by the Women. Applications are due on Monday, November 13. View the 2017 grant report, this year’s application instructions and the application online at saintmichael.org/ women.
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Overview Discovery Begins in October.
Acolyte Training Two Saturdays in October Training to be a member of the Saint Michael Acolyte Corp will be held on Saturdays October 7 and 14 from 9:00 to 10:30 in the church. It’s open to everyone from 6th grade and older. Only one Saturday session is required. Contact Tony Briggle at tonybriggle@sbcglobal.net. ..............
Prime Timers in the Wild in October
This five-week course, led by Rector Chris Girata, gives newcomers and members entering a new phase of life the opportunity to journey more deeply into our Episcopal tradition, answering the question: What is God calling me to do next? Following lunch ($10) there will be teachings on different topics meant to prepare one to become a confirmed member of Saint Michael. The course covers the history of Christianity, the Anglican Church, Saint Michael’s unique mission in Dallas, and the how-to of worship, including a detailed tour of our church. Participants then will be ready to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed by our bishop in January. The course will be held every Sunday in October at 12:15 in the Coke Activities Room. Childcare is provided upon request at saintmichael.org/discoveryclass. ..............
Weekly Compline at Canterbury House – Join Us Saint Michael and All Angels will initiate a weekly Sunday night Compline service at Canterbury House at SMU on October 1 at 8:00 p.m. Compline is the last church service of the day, providing an opportunity to quiet our minds and ask God for a peaceful rest. Join us and support Saint Michael’s new ministry at SMU. The Canterbury House is located at 3308 Daniel, just east of Hillcrest.
“If I could talk to the animals.” Well now you can! On Thursday, October 5 the Prime Timers will host some very special guests; some of our favorite animals from the Dallas Zoo. The meeting starts at 10:30 in the Coke Activities Room with lunch afterward. The cost of lunch is $10. Make reservations with Bonita Frederick at 214-728-6440.
PT Cruisers to Do Time at the Zoo PT Cruisers-Channel your inner “Doctor Doolittle” as we travel to the Dallas Zoo to visit our new friends! The bus leaves the church at 9:30 on Thursday, October 19th. Cost for the tour and lunch is $25. Trams will be provided at the zoo. Make reservations with Bonita Frederick, 214-728-6440. The deadline is Sunday, October 15. ..............
Gray Malin Book Signing Scheduled at St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange Gray Malin’s first book, Beaches, was a runaway hit. Now the fine-art photographer and New York Times bestselling author takes his astonishing photography beyond the beach. Malin’s latest work, Escape, includes awe-inspiring images from 22 destinations across 11 countries, including the dry plains of Namibia, snowy Aspen Mountain and the warm sun of Bora Bora. Escape will inspire lovers of travel to plan escapes of their own. On Friday, October 13 from 1:00-3:00 the Episcopal School of Dallas graduate will sign copies of his new book at The Exchange in Highland Park Village. ..............
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Overview Head of Dallas Arts District to Speak at Women of Saint Michael Luncheon Did you know that the Dallas Arts District is the largest arts district in the nation, spanning 68 acres and 19 contiguous city blocks? Lily Weiss, Dallas Arts District Executive Director, will present an overview of this vibrant area and highlight some of the upcoming events and happenings at the Women of Saint Michael luncheon October 11. The Arts District is the culmination of a 30 year master plan with museums, performance halls, corporate offices, residences, restaurants, churches, parks, and the performing arts high school. It has become a force for growth in Dallas attracting businesses, development, residents, and tourists. The luncheon begins at 11:30 in Parish Hall. Season tickets to Women of Saint Michael events or individual luncheons are available online at saintmichael.org/wosmluncheons. ..............
Saint Michael Blood Drive October 29 The Saint Michael Blood Drive will be in the ESD Library on Sunday, October 29 from 8:00 to 1:00 p.m. It is sponsored by the church’s Parish Nurse Ministry and the American Red Cross. Benefits of Donating
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It feels great to donate!
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It’s something you can spare – most people have blood to spare... yet, there is still not enough to go around.
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You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don’t think they’ll ever need blood, but many do.
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You will be someone’s hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.
Rector’s Bible Study Wednesdays: Available Online The new Rector’s Bible Study began Wednesday, September 27 studying the Gospel According to Luke. The class meets every Wednesday at 11:00 in the Coke Activities Room. If you miss a class or want to hear it again, it’s available online at saintmichael.org/rectorsbiblestudy. ..............
The Heart of the Diocese The Episcopal Diocese of Dallas Invites you to an Evening with the Bishop Friday, November 3 7:00 p.m. Dinner Featuring the Stained Glass Bluegrass Band The Wellness Center at the Episcopal School of Dallas (4100 Merrell Road Dallas, TX 75229) Tables of 8 at $2000 Individual tickets are $250 Seating is limited Please contact Kim LaNore, Diocesan Offices for reservations klanore@edod.org or 214-826-8310. Proceeds will benefit area ministries that are the heart of the diocese.
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Mission Outreach On the Road to Half Million Meals for Hurricane Victims. On Saturday, September 9, just a week after Hurricane Harvey hit the Texas coast, more than 100 Saint Michael parishioners joined members from other faith communities at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church to package meals for the hurricane victims. More than 250,000 meals were prepared that day.
Collecting For Hurricane Harvey Families Saint Michael and All Angels is collecting personal hygiene kits and school supplies for families impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Working with the Diocese of Texas, we are partnering with Holy Spirit Episcopal Church of Houston to respond to the needs of children in three elementary schools: Black Shear, Spring Shadows, and Meadowood. While none of these schools were flooded, many of the families’ homes and businesses were. Many of these families have lost their income and have provided shelter for other families.
The following Saturday, Saint Michael’s Mission and Outreach Ministry organized a second meal packing event in cooperation with the Episcopal School of Dallas. More than 500 Saint Michaelites packed another 160,000 meals to send to the Gulf Coast. The goal is to package 500,000 meals. One more packing morning will be planned to meet the objective. Watch for details online and in the Sunday News. Watch a video of the meal packing efforts at saintmichael.org.
Saint Michael Relief Fund – Donate Now Saint Michael and All Angels has established an ongoing relief fund to care for those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The impact of this storm will be felt for years to come and the recovery will be a matter of years and not days. With this in mind, Saint Michael will keep this fund for the forseeable future as an ongoing way to reach out to those in need along the coast of Texas. 100% of this fund will be spent on those impacted by Hurricane Harvey and administered by the Mission and Outreach Committee of the Church. Please give generously. You can give by credit card online or submit a check addressed to Saint Michael and All Angels with a notation for the Harvey Fund.
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Mission Outreach Honduras Threads Pop-Up Sale Coming
Come and see! Beautiful hand-embroidered and one-ofa-kind items made by the women of Honduras Threads will be for sale in the Parlor on Saturday, October 28 from 12-5:00, and Sunday, October 29 from 8:30-1:00.
Missioners Sought for Honduras Trip In February, Saint Michael will sponsor its annual mission trip to Tela, Honduras to work with residents and children in the nearby barrios. The group will travel to the coastal city from February 3rd through 10th. The mission team will work on community improvement projects, Christian Education and dental fluoride treatments for children, and on building relationships with area residents. If you are interested in learning more about the trip contact Chris Schupp at cschupp@robertlynn.com or George Baldwin at gbinvest@swbell.net ..............
Whether you are refreshing your home décor, shopping for special friends, or looking for Christmas gifts, you will find something beautiful and unique. The sale will feature the Artisan and Masterpiece Collections, as well as the new “Geométrico” designs. Also, hand-embroidered shawls designed by prominent Dallas artist Pamela Nelson are a new item this year.
National Night Out at Jubilee Park Tuesday, October 3 National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. This year’s event is Tuesday, October 3 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We need your help more than ever!!! This year’s event is expected to have a record number of attendees. We need help with Registration, Concessions, at the Kids’ Zone and helping with setup and clean up. This is a FANTASTIC event for the whole family. High school students can get volunteer hours toward their school requirements. To volunteer, contact Ovidia Amaya at oamaya@jubileecenter.org.
What better way to make Christmas meaningful than to give a gift that your friends and loved ones will enjoy while helping women in rural Honduran villages lift themselves and their families out of hunger and poverty? All proceeds from the sale are returned to the women. 12
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Pastoral Care C.S. Lewis’ A Grief Observed
Led by Gloria Hocking & Elizabeth Lang Sunday, October 8 Saint Michael Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Often the arts give greater depth and meaning to human spirituality and experience than do lectures. On Sunday, October 8 Gloria Hocking will read from C. S. Lewis’ book, A Grief Observed.
Gloria Hocking
Elizabeth Lang
Lewis is well known as the author of the Narnia books and for his advocacy of Christianity in a skeptical, modern world. His book describing his relationship with God following the death of his beloved wife is an honest look at how loss impacts spirituality. It conveys truth and faith. It gives permission to accost God and rejects facile platitudes.
Gloria Hocking and Elizabeth Lang will use Lewis’ words to address issues of faith and loss, and explore how to live through or to accompany another on this difficult path.
Good Shepherd Ministry Annual Meeting and Luncheon Thursday, October 12th
Author on Difficult Parents Addresses Open Stephen Ministry Session Dr. Paul Chafetz, author of Loving Hard-to-Love Parents, will address an open meeting of Saint Michael’s Stephen Ministry on Monday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Coke Activities Room. Dr. Chafetz provides adult children of difficult older parents the tools to: protect themselves emotionally, effectively love their hard-to-love older relatives, and create a healthy legacy for their own children.
Faith and Medicine: A Pastoral Care Discussion Pastoral Care hosts Dr. Robert Fine, M.D. on Wednesday October 18, in the Church at 2:00 p.m. He is the Clinical Director in the Office of Clinical Ethics and Palliative Care at Baylor Scott and White Health in Dallas. Dr. Fine brings his experience as a physician and author of the “Texas Advance Directives Act” to a lively discussion of how his work creates opportunities to explore faith, human spirituality, and the meaning of life. There is no admission and all are invited. RSVP to Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org
RAISING RESILIENT KIDS RED RIBBON WEEK PARENT PRESENTATION WITH MIKI JOHNSTON, MSW, LCSW Register at caredallas.org or for more information call 214.526.8986
All parents and caregivers are welcome to attend this event during Red Ribbon Week.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Youth Center Second Floor RSVP/Questions: judycole2012@gmail.com
Tuesday, Oct 24 at 6:30 p.m. Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church (corner of Douglas and Colgate)
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Pastoral Care Pastoral Care Calendar Faith and Grief Luncheon: meets on Thursday, October 12, Noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Coke Activities Room. The speaker will be Jean Jones. Please join us as we share our journeys of faith and grief over a meal. Kindly make a reservation with Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org. There is no fee but donations are greatly appreciated. Pastoral Care Leaders bi-annual meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. in the Coke Activities Room. RSVP to Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org. Prayer Ministry: The Rev. Mary Lessmann, Associate for Spiritual Growth will speak at the Thursday, October 19 meeting of the Prayer Ministry. She will talk on “How are Prayers and Spiritual Growth Related?” All are invited to join us for a light dinner ($10) beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Coke Activities Room. Please contact Katherine Bowen to make a reservation, kbowen@saintmichael.org. Alcoholics Anonymous meets on the first and third Sundays at 7:00 p.m. in the Coke Activities Room. Contact The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org Care Givers Support Group meets weekly on Mondays, 11:00 to 12:30 in the Parlor providing support to those who have the responsibility of caring for a loved one. Contact, Sandra Klingeman jsklingeman@sbcglobal.net. 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 Parlor. Contact: Sue Patton, pattons@sbcglobal. net, or Charlie Stobaugh, charlie@stobaugh.net. Centering Prayer Group meets in Bishop Moore Chapel. You are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. to engage in Centering Prayer. Come learn how to rest in God. The practice will transform you. Contact: Shannon Callewart, scallewart@tx.rr.com. The Knitting Ministry meets on Tuesday afternoons, 1:00 -3:00 p.m. in the Drake Room. We always need prayer shawls, so join us. If you are not able to come on Tuesdays, continue knitting at home and bring your items to the receptionist. Thank you to those who contributed to our scarves and hats projects for Jubilee. We have met our quota and many will receive the fruits of your labors. Contact: Byrd Teague, bteague@gmail.com. 14
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEV) If you have an interest in taking the Eucharist to our hospitalized or homebound members, contact Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org, or Charlie Smith at jsmithcpa@earthlink.net. Friends In Christ. Do you know of anyone who is homebound, lonely, and feeling forgotten? The Friends in Christ Ministry offers connection, compassion, and companionship by visiting those who are missing their friends and faith community. You can participate in this ministry by notifying us of people who might like a little company, or by being a companion yourself. For more information, contact The Rev. Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org, or lay leaders, Gus Seeberger, gusseeberger@gmail.com, or Sally Hartwig, shartwig@prodigy.net. A Stephen Minister is trained to help when life becomes challenging. Saint Michael offers a dedicated group of men and women, Stephen Ministers, who have received specialized training to walk with you, confidentially, on this journey. If you know someone who might benefit from having a Stephen Minister or you could use one yourself, please contact Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org, or lay leader, Mary Kardell, at mary.kardell@sbcglobal.net. Recovery Advocates is a group dedicated to enhancing the spiritual, physical, emotional, and social well-being of people facing substance abuse. Recovery Advocates are willing to serve as a resource to discuss issues and concerns, and share experiences. Greg Pickens is the clergy contact: gpickens@ saintmichael.org.
Calling All With A Volunteer Heart: Extended Care Cooks needs volunteers willing to cook only one or two times during the year for someone in need. If you are interested and have questions, please contact Ann Mills, Congregational Care Ministries, amills@saintmichael.org. Good Shepherd Ministry has a need for at least two good Shepherds for each of our 100 Neighborhoods of the Church. You can be the person to provide a neighbor with that needed connection to Saint Michael. If this sounds like a fit for you, contact Judy Cole, judycole2012@gmail.com. The Funeral Guild. We always need cookies for the funeral receptions. Supplying cookies for receptions or helping to serve at the receptions are two areas where you can be of great help to our parish family. Please contact Ann Mills, amills@ saintmichael.org.
Children and Family Ministry Key Dates for Saint Michael Episcopal School October 9 – Columbus Day, NO SCHOOL October 10 – Teacher In-Service, NO SCHOOL
Thank you to all of the volunteers who make Sunday school happen every Sunday! We couldn’t do it without you. If you’re interested in volunteering, contact Gabrielle Ott at gott@saintmichael.org
Nativity Pageant Tryouts Coming This Month Help us retell one of the greatest stories of our faith. Tryouts for the nativity pageant will be held for 3rd-8th graders on October 8 and 15 from 12:302:30. All children who tryout will receive a part. Children ages 3 – 2nd grade are encouraged to participate as stars, animals, shepherds, and angels. The younger children will be assigned roles according to age/grade. To sign up for a tryout time or to register younger children go to www. saintmichael.org/children/nativity/
St. Nick Nite Help us celebrate the Feast of St. Nicholas on Wednesday, December 6. St. Nick Nite will be an evening full of fun and fellowship with the opportunity to enjoy milk and cookies with our special guest St. Nick. All ages are welcome as we begin the Advent season.
Saddles and Spooks, it’s Barnyard “Boo” Bash time! This year marks the 27th Annual Saint Michael and All Angels Barnyard Bash! Save the date for Sunday, October 29, rain or shine with activities and food available from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Bring the entire family, friends, and neighbors to join the festivities. Don’t forget to dress up in your favorite Halloween costume! There will be bounce houses, bungee, a horsedrawn hay ride, fun with Mr. Donovan, petting zoo, pony rides, treats from Mrs. Gridiron and more! Tickets include all activities, treats, and dinner from Slim Chickens. Consider giving your time and treasure to make this the best Barnyard Bash for our children. All proceeds benefit the Saint Michael Episcopal School Parent Advisory programs. Get tickets, volunteer, or become a sponsor at smesdallas.org/ barnyardbash.
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Youth Ministry Youth Ministry Task Force Building Engagement The 2017-2018 Youth Ministry Task Force kicked off its year in August. This volunteer team meets monthly with our Youth Directors and Rev. Dr. Eric Liles as they work toward the goals of engaging our youth through outreach, mission trips, Bible study, confirmation, participation, youth group (now called EYC) and so much more. August gave the Disciples (our 6th grade confirmands) a quick two-day confirmation kickoff retreat at Camp All Saints, our Middle School and High School EYC went to ESCAPE THE ROOM - one team made it out and the other teams ran out of time. (We won’t tell which!) Continue to look for fun updates on what our youth (6th to 12th grade) are doing in their faith journey and their own +1.
Serious Pizza...Serious Service Join the Youth and their families to hear about Stewardship 2018’s ServiceOver-Self, while indulging in Deep Ellum’s SERIOUS PIZZA. We’ll launch service projects to benefit the Dallas Animal Shelter and the children at the Amistad Mission in Bolivia. It starts Ooctober 1 at 5:30 in the Youth Center. (Parents are encouraged to attend.) RSVP at saintmichael.org/youth
Serving at Austin Street Shelter Members in Photo: Ann Hardaway, The Rev. Eric Liles, Christie Houser, Pressley Peters, Hallie Lawrence, Kristi Wilson, Hays Haney, Chase Monson, Heather Marburger, Lauren Wainwright. Not in Photo: Claire Hagenbuch, Dee Dockery, Gwendolyn Chestnut, Mike Tanner, Wendy Harris, Elizabeth Selzer (vestry rep.)
Confirmation Listening Sessions Scheduled Two Confirmation Listening Sessions will be held in October to discuss proposals to change the ages at which we confirm our youth. The sessions will be held on October 12, and October 24 at 6:00 p.m. in the Youth Center. For information contact The Rev. Dr. Eric Liles at eliles@saintmichael.org.
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Join us on Wednesday October 4th to serve dinner at the Austin Street Shelter in downtown Dallas. We will meet at the church at 4:45 p.m. and return by 8:00 p.m. RSVP to Lauren to make sure we have enough transportation. Community service hours available for this event!
JR. EYC – October 29th Join us for an evening of Halloween fun as we carve and paint pumpkins. Fun snacks and games too! Costume prizes will be awarded!
Youth Ministry The Youth Ministry’s Summer Mission Trips have been announced.
Life Groups
Anchorage, Alaska (current 6-12th grade youth)
Middle School Girls (6-8th grades) meet on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for fellowship and a study of 2 Corinthians.
High School Girls Small Group Forming If you’re in 9th-12th grade and interested in a High School Girls Small Group, join interns Allie and Patricia for an interest lunch Sunday, October 8th after church! We will be discussing what times work for the group and what we’d like to discuss each week. For more information or to RSVP, please text Allie Farmer at 806-831-9395.
9th Grade Boys Life Group Begins Our new Boys Life Group will meet every Sunday after the 11:00 a.m. church service for lunch, fellowship, and Bible study. Our first meeting will be October 8th in the Youth Center where we will talk about our goals then walk to Preston Center for lunch.
Date: July 18-25, 2018 Cost: $1,000 Registration deadline is December 1 (this is a hard deadline!!) Our Youth will be working with those experiencing homelessness and dealing with hunger in Anchorage, as well as several other service opportunities in the area.
Bolivia (current 9-12th grade youth)
Save These November Dates… More Information To Come November 8 – College Care Packages November 15 – Promise House Visit November 19 – Youth Movie Night: Justice League
Date: June 24-July 2 Cost: $2,000 Deadline: February 1, 2018 Our youth will work with the children at Casa Esperanza, the Amistad Mission, learning about the issues facing families and children in the area.
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Rector’s Corner Next year, we want to continue to build on the momentum we have achieved in the past year. In 2016 our attendance and engagement increased over 2015, and we are on track to increase again in 2017. In order to keep the momentum going, we will keep our current ministries strong and, in addition to maintaining those good ministries, invest more in a strategic few. To make that investment have a real impact, our goal is to magnify our mission in the community by adding at least 10% to our annual budget. That increase will go specifically to supporting three areas.
Youth Ministries The nurturing and formation of our youth is critical to their future. It is no secret that many of our children stay connected through elementary school and then slide away in middle and high school, but this does not need to be what happens forever! In partnership with parent leaders, the Youth Department is responding to the parish-wide desire to develop a thriving and active youth program for our teens and their friends. The Saint Michael youth leadership knows that it will take the expansion of our youth ministry staff to provide the breadth of experiences that families desire. With an increase in our budget, we will invest $105,000 more in order to hire two more youth ministers and expand our formation support staff so that the programs we offer will connect with more of our young people. This will be the next step in a multi-year growth initiative so that in just a few years, our youth program will be thriving.
Music Ministry The rebirth of our music program is incredibly exciting. Worship is the heart of our life together and renewing our sacred music and arts for all ages will enliven the entire parish. I’ve been quoted as admitting to the need for excellent music because nothing, not even a fantastic sermon, can enrich the worship experience more than excellent music. This year, with an increase in our budget, we will invest $173,000 more in our music program in order to extend this sacred ministry to touch more lives, especially the lives of our children. For children and youth, we seek to build a city-leading program in the tradition of The Royal School of Church
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Music and English cathedrals. I’ve had personal experience with this program and have witnessed the incredible impact it has had on young people. The program sets them up to appreciate the richness of our tradition and to develop faithful disciples of Christ for life. I know this program will be an incredible gift to all our children! For adults, we intend to offer greater opportunities through vocal education, coaching, and section leaders. The commitment to sing in the Saint Michael choir is one that is not taken lightly. Adults can spend many hours every week in service to our music department, offering them more support will make their ministry an even more rewarding experience. I once heard someone say that you can sing your entire life, and helping adults of every age make a joyful noise will enrich the life of the entire congregation.
Membership and Evangelism The Great Commission calls us to go into the world and spread the Gospel to all people, and we need to do that with vigor! If you were to draw a circle around Saint Michael to include everyone who is within a 15-minute drive, tens of thousands would be included. And of those people, surveys indicate that more than 70% are not active in a church – we have a lot of opportunities to engage so many! We have begun to intentionally invest in our membership program, welcoming and connecting newcomers to our parish family. Yet even with these great efforts, we have only just begun. With an increase in our budget, we will invest $160,000 in brand new roles, including a Director of Evangelism, in order to expand our evangelical reach to our neighbors and help integrate new and current members more deeply into our parish family. The mission field is rich and is all around us, and together, we can help transform lives through the life of Christ.
More than Money I opened this article by saying our annual Spiritual Giving, our gifts to this Saint Michael community, is about more than money, and that is absolutely true. Yes, money is a tool to enable ministry, but the ministry we do here is about changing and transforming hearts and minds through the incredible love of God in Christ. Money is also far too important to us than it should be. We too often define
Rector’s Corner ourselves through money or what money can get for us, and God wants so much more for us than that.
Grant them Eternal Rest
Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Mt 6:21).” Jesus knows us, knows all about us, and knows that wherever our money goes, so does our attention, our time, and our hearts. I want your hearts to be set on God, to be set on the amazing power of the Gospel to transform lives for the good, to be set on the great love that can save the world. By giving of our money, we will be more inclined to give of our time. And by giving of our time, we will be more connected to the life and work of Saint Michael, such that our whole selves will be rooted in the sacred mission of this wonderful church.
Virginia “Dale” Streeter Jackson, August 6, daughter of Virginia Eggers
If you’ve given in the past, I ask you to consider how much more you can give now. And if you’ve never given, I ask you: why not? We are staring down the path of opportunity, but we will not be able to do as much without everyone jumping in. God is calling out to you, and now is the time to respond with faith and with courage. Together, we will grow closer to God and to one another. Together, we can change the world.
May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.
Frederick “Fred” Tritschler, September 3, husband of Sue Tritschler “Happy” Norma “Rae” Kakacek, September 11, mother of Kim Rhone, mother-in-law of Rusty Rhone, grandmother of Maddie and Braden Kenneth Moss Laycock, September 13, father of Laura Noe, father-in-law of Carl Noe, grandfather of Lillie and Robert Frederick Samuel Brown III, September 14, father of Meredith Alexander Mary Oliver Laughlin, September 15, mother of Janet Berryman and mother-in-law of Brian Berryman, grandmother of Mary and Emily. aunt of Susan McSherry, great aunt of Camille and Hannah Laura Irwin Derby, September 15, wife of Bob Derby Douglas Charles Nettle, September 16, brother of Ruthie Garrett James Patrick Marsh, September 17, husband of Shirley Marsh Dennie Wayne Raines, September 19, uncle of Jessie and Bill Murray, great uncle of Mose and Abe Merritt Cutten, September 23, father of Bill Bancroft fatherin-law of M’Lou Bancroft Robert Neil Wales, September 27, brother of Sheryl Wylie, brother-in-law of Phil Wylie
Births Welcome to our newest members recently born into our parish family: Georgia Catherine Hunt September 20 Charlotte and John Hunt
Great Expectations We offer prayers for those in our parish family who are expecting: Megan and Edwin Clark Lauren and Justin Hill
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Worship Schedule
Parish Clergy The Reverend Dr. Christopher Girata, Rector
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
The Reverend Dr. Bill Murray, Vicar
7:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer – BMC
The Reverend Lisa Flores Musser,
Tuesday, and Thursday 7:00 a.m. – Eucharist – BMC Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – Healing Service – BMC Saturday 8:30 a.m. – Eucharist - BMC 5:30 p.m. – Candlelight Mass – SMC Sunday 7:30 a.m. – Eucharist Rite I – SMC 9:00 a.m. – Eucharist Rite II – Church 9:00 a.m. – Joy – Saint Michael Chapel 9:00 a.m. - Discovery - Parish Hall 10:00 a.m. – Sunday School 11:00 a.m. – Eucharist Rite I - Church 11:00 a.m. – The Celebration - Parish Hall 5:30 p.m. – Evening Prayer
and Eucharist Rite I - SMC
Associate for Worship and Liturgy The Reverend Greg Pickens, Associate for Pastoral Care The Reverend Dr. Eric Liles Associate for Formation The Reverend Mary Lessmann, Associate for Spiritual Growth The Reverend Bob Johnston,
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.
Associate for Modern Worship The Reverend Rich Towers, Associate for Student Ministries The Reverend Michael Harmuth,
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