You th M ission Week
June 5–9 | 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. | saintmichael.org/youth
We are partnering with Stephen C. Foster Elementary school! Our youth will be leading K–5th grade students in a day camp with everything from crafts, sports, music, and a field trip to the Perot museum. This is a great opportunity for students to make a real impact in the lives of our neighbors. Contact Samuel Moore, smoore@saintmichael.org, or Kirstin IvyWaybourn, kwaybourn@saintmichael.org, for more.
Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in rooms 13–16.
For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/summer23
Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in E-flat are programmed for today because of the trinitarian symbolism embedded within them. These pieces were originally published as the bookends for Bach’s “Clavierübung, Part III.” Between the prelude and fugue are found chorale preludes, duets, and service music of an astounding variety of compositional styles. The bookending prelude and fugue, much like the volume itself, combine divergent idioms to create a seamless whole. The prelude is written in three sections, symbolizing the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Listen for the change in character between these sections and how the composer brings together disparate styles in a unity that reflects the nature of the triune God.
Trinity Sunday Holy Eucharist Rite II
The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer.
The Word of God
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Prelude
Prelude in E-flat Major “St. Anne,” BWV 552 Johann Sebastian Bach
Welcome
Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)
“I bind unto myself today” St. Patrick’s Breastplate and Deirdre Hymn 370
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Children ages three through eight are invited to proceed to children’s chapel by exiting through the east doors at the back of the nave; they will return to the nave following the Peace.
The Opening Acclamation & Collect for Purity (standing)
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
Celebrant Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Gloria in excelsis (standing, sung by all) Robert Powell Hymn S 280
The Collect of the Day (standing)
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lesson Genesis 1:1-2:4a (seated)
In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, the earth was a formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light.” And there was light. And God saw that the light was good; and God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was morning, the first day. And God said, “Let there be a dome in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters.” So God made the dome and separated the waters that were under the dome from the waters that were above the dome. And it was so. God called the dome Sky. And there was evening and there was morning, the second day. And God said, “Let the waters under the sky be gathered together into one place, and let the dry
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land appear.” And it was so. God called the dry land Earth, and the waters that were gathered together he called Seas. And God saw that it was good. Then God said, “Let the earth put forth vegetation: plants yielding seed, and fruit trees of every kind on earth that bear fruit with the seed in it.” And it was so. The earth brought forth vegetation: plants yielding seed of every kind, and trees of every kind bearing fruit with the seed in it. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening and there was morning, the third day. And God said, “Let there be lights in the dome of the sky to separate the day from the night; and let them be for signs and for seasons and for days and years, and let them be lights in the dome of the sky to give light upon the earth.” And it was so. God made the two great lights—the greater light to rule the day and the lesser light to rule the night—and the stars. God set them in the dome of the sky to give light upon the earth, to rule over the day and over the night, and to separate the light from the darkness. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening and there was morning, the fourth day. And God said, “Let the waters bring forth swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the dome of the sky.” So God created the great sea monsters and every living creature that moves, of every kind, with which the waters swarm, and every winged bird of every kind. And God saw that it was good. God blessed them, saying, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” And there was evening and there was morning, the fifth day. And God said, “Let the earth bring forth living creatures of every kind: cattle and creeping things and wild animals of the earth of every kind.” And it was so. God made the wild animals of the earth of every kind, and the cattle of every kind, and everything that creeps upon the ground of every kind. And God saw that it was good. Then God said, “Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness; and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the wild animals of the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.” So God created humankind in his image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the air and over every living thing that moves upon the earth.” God said, “See, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit; you shall
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have them for food. And to every beast of the earth, and to every bird of the air, and to everything that creeps on the earth, everything that has the breath of life, I have given every green plant for food.” And it was so. God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good. And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day. Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all their multitude. And on the seventh day God finished the work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all the work that he had done. So God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all the work that he had done in creation. These are the generations of the heavens and the earth when they were created.
Lector The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
The Psalm 8 (seated, chanted by the choir) John Joubert
O LORD our Governor, *
how exalted is your Name in all the world! Out of the mouths of infants and children * your majesty is praised above the heavens. You have set up a stronghold against your adversaries, * to quell the enemy and the avenger.
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, * the moon and the stars you have set in their courses, What is man that you should be mindful of him? * the son of man that you should seek him out? You have made him but little lower than the angels; * you adorn him with glory and honor; You give him mastery over the works of your hands; * you put all things under his feet: All sheep and oxen, * even the wild beasts of the field, The birds of the air, the fish of the sea, * and whatsoever walks in the paths of the sea.
O LORD our Governor, *
how exalted is your Name in all the world!
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Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“Thou, whose almighty word” Moscow Hymn 371, v.1
Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Gospel Matthew 28:16-20 (standing)
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The Nicene Creed (standing)
All We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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Parish Prayers of the People as of May 25, 2023
Marjorie Adams, Kathryn Anschutz, Norton Baker, Barbara Hart Bell, John Bell, Patricia Bell, Sharin Berg, Len Bourland, Suzanne Buhrer, Marty Candon, Paul Chancelor, Anna Willett Clifford, Macy Courtney, Michelle Davis, Randy Davis, David DeKnock, Richard DeKnock, Kayla Donaldson, Jackie Doss, Nanette Fitz, Michael Gratkowski, Jody Guenther, Melissa Harrison, Josh Hight, Cynthia Jensen, Samuel Joseph, Guy Klossner, Jeff Kunzler, Shari Furrh-Lanham, Bettina Lang, Brian Eugene Little, Patricia McClendon, Sandy McDonough, Hart Mason, Diego Moreno, Heather Nemec, Bob Paddock, Jim Ramsey, Sharon Richards, Rosemary Richards, Ron Rosa, Dorinda Scobee, Harrison Seveney, Mike Smith, Mason Spain, Stephen Sylvester, Byrd Teague, Valerie Guenther Unger, Katie West, Tony Wilks, Mary Wolf, Catherine Carr Worley, Jack Ygartua
Prayers of the People: Form III (standing)
Celebrant Let us pray for the Church and for the world.
Lector Father, we pray for your holy catholic Church;
People That we all may be one.
Lector We give thanks for___. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;
People That your Name may be glorified by all people.
Lector We pray for Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury; for Michael, our Presiding Bishop; for George, our Bishop; and for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
People That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
Lector We pray for Joe, our President; for Greg, our Governor; for Eric, our Mayor; and for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;
People That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Lector Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
People That our works may find favor in your sight.
Lector We pray for those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
People That they may be delivered from their distress.
Lector We remember those who have died, especially___. Give to the departed eternal rest;
People Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Lector We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy.
People May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Lector Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Celebrant O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
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Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling)
Celebrant Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
All Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
The Peace (standing)
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
Announcements (please be seated)
The Birthday Blessing (those with birthdays in June are invited to stand)
All Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Holy Communion
Offertory Anthem (sung by Saint Michael Staff Singers)
Great Lord of Lords
Orlando Gibbons
Great Lord of Lords, supreme immortal King, O give us grace to sing thy praise, which makes earth, air and heaven to ring.
Great Lord of Lords was written by Gibbons in 1617 “for the King being in Scotland.” It is a verse anthem in which the fivepart chorus alternates with an alto soloist. The final ‘Amen’ is characterized by a scale that ascends through an octave and a tenth and is regularly sung on its own, sometimes at the end of the Collects at Evensong or at the end of the final blessing; it was popularized in this latter context at the coronation of King Edward VII in 1902. The anthem’s original text was of a personal nature and unsuitable for general church use. The words that are sung here were substituted in the nineteenth century at the request of Sir Frederick Gore Ouseley, founder of St Michael’s College, Tenbury. The new words were written in 1873 by the Reverend H. R. Bramley, whose most well-known text was set by Charles Wood as the anthem, “O Thou the Central Orb.”
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All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
O word of God from ages unbegun, the Father’s only Son, with Him in power, in substance, with him in power, in substance Thou art one.
O Holy Ghost, whose care doth all embrace, Thy watch is o’er our race, Thou source of life, Thou spring of peace and grace, Thou source of life, Thou spring of peace and grace.
One living Trinity, one unseen light, All is Thine, Thy light beholds alike the bounds of depth and height, the bounds] of depth and height.
Amen.
- The Rev. H.R. Bramley
Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow” Lasst uns erfeuen
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The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A (standing)
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
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a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.
Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
Sanctus and Benedictus (standing, sung by all) Franz Schubert Hymn S 130
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At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.
Please kneel as you are able Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.
He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.
On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”
Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:
All Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
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Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, All Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Fraction Anthem (sung by all) Franz Schubert Hymn S 164
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All are invited to come forward to the Communion rail at the direction of our ushers. Stand or kneel at the rail as you are able, and receive the wafer in the palm of your outstretched hands. If you desire a gluten-free wafer, clasp your hands in front of you with your palms down. Receive the wine by drinking from the chalice as it is offered to you, or by retaining the wafer, to dip lightly into the chalice for yourself. If you are not receiving, you may cross your arms over your chest and receive a blessing. If you are unable to physically come to the rail, please indicate to an usher that you would like to receive Communion at your seat.
Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
Communion Hymn (sung by all)
“Round the Lord in glory seated” Rustington Hymn 367
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Communion Hymn (sung by all)
“The spacious firmament on high” Creation Hymn 409
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The Post-Communion Prayer (kneeling, spoken by all)
Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Blessing (kneeling)
The Dismissal (standing)
Minister Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
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Departing Procession (standing, sung by all)
“Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!” Nicaea Hymn 362
Postlude
Fugue in E-flat Major “St. Anne,” BWV 552
Johann Sebastian Bach
Similar to today’s prelude, the postlude comprises of three main ideas. “Three” is a symbol for perfection or completion (and the Trinity, of course). The key of E-flat has three flats, and the Prelude and Fugue each have three main sections and three themes. The first fugue, representing God the Father, is in strict stile antico, solemn and eternal. The second section (Christ the Son) is a light and lively fugue for just the manuals, and the third (the Holy Spirit) is a modern, lifeaffirming, sweeping gigue in which the theme of the first fugue appears with great power.
Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.
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The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979. The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church. This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.
Scan the QR code to visit the Summer Hub page!
2023 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!
JUNE 19–23
VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED!
To volunteer, scan the QR code or contact Madelyn Ivy at mivy@saintmichael.org .
for the of
Sunday, July 2 9:45–11 am | Garden Cloister
Join us for fellowship and patriotic fun! We'll be serving over 50 pies baked by our parishioners along with vanilla ice cream and popcorn. Volunteer to bake a pie or help serve.
saintmichael.org/pie
Please drop off at SMAA south entrance between June 4 and July 16!
Hunger Facts
One in nine Texas residents (3,440,700) are food insecure.
Only one in seven children who receive free or reduced lunch during the school year are reached by a summer food program.
79% of these families have children, 50% of them are working families.
19.6% of children in Texas live below the poverty line.
Prayer
Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN.
Questions? Contact Kirstin Ivy-Waybourn kwaybourn@saintmichael.org
Adults
SUNDAY FORMATION
Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God
June 4–July 30 | 10 a.m. | Saint Michael Chapel
Led by Dr. Tim Smith
We are focusing on the ways God speaks in our lives and how we can tune in. If there was one thing that defined the Apostles and the first century church, it’s that everything they did was guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit. As we enter the season of Pentecost, we’re going to look at the ways the Holy Spirit speaks and how we can better hear the voice and wisdom of God for our lives and for our church.
SUNDAY FORMATION: CLASS FOR PARENTS
Grace: Chosen to a Guaranteed Place in the Family
Now–June 18 | 10 a.m. | Theater
Led by the Rev. Christian Basel
Max Lucado writes that “Grace is the voice that calls us to change and then gives us the power to pull it off.” This study about Grace will help us seek how we are shaped and strengthened by God’s grace in our personal lives and among our family members, children, and friends. Join us for this seven-week study as we talk about what grace means in our lives today.
MEN OF SAINT MICHAEL BOOK STUDY
B.L.E.S.S. Five Simple Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World
Starting June 14, Wednesdays, 7–8 a.m. Room 103
Jesus called us to be salt and light in the world, both of which impact wherever they are and whomever they touch. But how we do that in our lives in a way that is organic and authentic? Authors Dave and Jon Ferguson share five simple, straightforward practices that will allow anyone to bless their friends, neighbors, and coworkers. And by consistently living them out, you can affect not just individual lives but your entire neighborhood and community. For more info, contact Eric Gilmour, eric.andrew.gilmour@gmail.com
SAINT MICHAEL READER’S BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, June 6
6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Parlor
Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel
Join the Saint Michael Book Club to enjoy reading a great book each month and join in conversation about what stood out for you, how you did or did not like it, and how the author touched you. For questions, please contact Ann Mills at acmills3225@gmail.com
Youth
2023–2024 CONFIRMATION CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
saintmichael.org/youthconfirmation
The Saint Michael Confirmation experience for students 8th grade and above is underway for 2023–2024! Our new program expands beyond the 9-month class to incorporate new trips and classes for the 2023–2024 school year.
• Classes meet August 27, 2023–May 12, 2024
• The cost is $350, which covers curriculum, the opening retreat, and a James Avery confirmation ring.
• Our Confirmation class will take place on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in person.
July Sunday Worship Schedule
Sundays, July 2–30
9 A.M.
Holy Eucharist II, Church Joy, Saint Michael Chapel
11 A.M. Contemporary, Church
5:30 P.M.
Holy Eucharist II, Saint Michael Chapel
Music
FESTIVAL EUCHARIST FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF ANGLICAN MUSICIANS
Monday, June 12 10 a.m. Church
Come join us on Monday, June 12 at 10 a.m. (prelude at 9:45) for a Eucharist brimming with excellent music, featuring the Saint Michael Choir, brass ensemble, and glorious organ voluntaries. The Association of Anglican Musicians is in town and we will host them for this exuberant service to show these musicians from all across the country the wonderful worship that happens at Saint Michael. Please join us for this beautiful service. The hymn singing will be unforgettable, and our musicians will display all the best of Saint Michael!
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