APR. 16 | 11 AM Traditional Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

APRIL 16, 2023 | THE SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER

11 AM TRADITIONAL CHURCH

We’re glad you’re here!

We’d love to get to know you and help you get to know us. Saint Michael is a vibrant group of people choosing to live life as a community: pursuing Jesus, caring for one another, and serving those in need.

While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:

1. Fill out a Welcome Card. They’re in the pew back in front of you, or use the QR code to use the quick, mobile-friendly “Get in Touch” form.

2. Stop by a Welcome Hub in the church lobby

You’ll see greeters wearing “Welcome” ribbons/ lanyards and they can answer questions about a worship service, formation class, or childcare.

We look forward to seeing you soon! Build

At Saint Michael we are all about connecting, serving, and growing. To learn more about us, find ways to get involved, or see a map of the campus, scan the QR code.

Rob Springer leads our Welcome and Engagement ministries at Saint Michael and he would love the opportunity to connect and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact him at (903) 405-7447 or rspringer@saintmichael.org.

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FROM THE RECTOR FORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS

Happy Easter season and welcome to Saint Michael! I’m very glad you’ve joined us for worship today. Please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.

Our Easter celebration continues today. In addition to worship on Sundays, I hope you’ll take advantage of the weekday meditations offered by our Saint Michael clergy from now through May 26. The meditations are a wonderful way to anchor your life in God day to day.

As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!

Adult Formation Class For Parents

The Rev. Christian Basel • Theater

Creed: The Life Everlasting

The Rev. Andrew Grosso Saint Michael Chapel

Children Formation

Godly Play

Room 203: Level 1 (Ages 3-6)

Room 205: Level 2 (Ages 6-9)

Weaving God’s Promises

Room 214: Ages PreK-1st Grade

Room 216: Ages 2nd-3rd Grade

What’s in the Bible?

Room 213: Ages 4th-5th Grade

Youth Formation

Middle School

6th – 7th Grade • Green Room

If you are new to Saint Michael or just visiting, and want to learn more about membership, then this is for you! Come meet members of our clergy and vestry, and hear about our many ministries, opportunities for involvement, and the exciting future of our parish. Scan the QR code to learn more!

Childcare (3 & under) is available from 12:30 p.m. in rooms 13–16.

For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit

Led by the Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata & the Rev. Mary Lessmann

The Second Sunday of Easter

Holy Eucharist Rite I

The service begins on page 323 of The Book of Common Prayer.

The Word of God

Boëly lived through the Napoleonic period in France, a time when music in churches was often simply opera or patriotic music transplanted without any regard for liturgical propriety. Boëly, a traditionalist, was written off by many in the French musical mainstream. Because he resisted the trends of his time, he was able to purvey traditional musical forms and techniques to his students César Franck and Camille Saint-Saëns, who were among the most important composers of the nineteenth century. Today’s prelude was originally intended as an offertory for Easter day.

Prelude

Offertoire pour le Jour de Pâques Alexandre Pierre François Boëly

Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)

“He is risen, he is risen!” Unser Herrscher Hymn 180

The

Opening Acclamation & Collect for Purity (standing)

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen. People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.

Celebrant Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Gloria in excelsis (standing, sung by all) Healey Willan Hymn S 202

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The Collect of the Day (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with thy spirit. Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery hast established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The First Lesson Acts 2:14a, 22-32 (seated)

Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd … “You that are Israelites, listen to what I have to say: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with deeds of power, wonders, and signs that God did through him among you, as you yourselves know—this man, handed over to you according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God, you crucified and killed by the hands of those outside the law. But God raised

him up, having freed him from death, because it was impossible for him to be held in its power. For David says concerning him, ‘I saw the Lord always before me, for he is at my right hand so that I will not be shaken; therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; moreover my flesh will live in hope. For you will not abandon my soul to Hades, or let your Holy One experience corruption. You have made known to me the ways of life; you will make me full of gladness with your presence.’ Fellow Israelites, I may say to you confidently of our ancestor David that he both died and was buried, and his tomb is with us to this day. Since he was a prophet, he knew that God had sworn with an oath to him that he would put one of his descendants on his throne. Foreseeing this, David spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, saying, ‘He was not abandoned to Hades, nor did his flesh experience corruption.’ This Jesus God raised up, and of that all of us are witnesses.”

Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

The Psalm 16 (seated, chanted by the choir)

Edward Cuthbert Bairstow

Protect me, O God, for I take refuge in you; * I have said to the LORD, “You are my Lord, my good above all other.”

All my delight is upon the godly that are in the land, * upon those who are noble among the people. But those who run after other gods * shall have their troubles multiplied. Their libations of blood I will not offer, * nor take the names of their gods upon my lips.

O LORD, you are my portion and my cup; * it is you who uphold my lot.

My boundaries enclose a pleasant land; * indeed, I have a goodly heritage.

I will bless the LORD who gives me counsel; * my heart teaches me, night after night.

I have set the LORD always before me; * because he is at my right hand I shall not fall.

My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spirit rejoices; * my body also shall rest in hope.

For you will not abandon me to the grave, * nor let your holy one see the Pit. You will show me the path of life; * in your presence there is fullness of joy, and in your right hand are pleasures for evermore.

The Second Lesson 1 Peter 1:3-9 (seated)

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he has given us a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, who are being protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. In this you rejoice, even if now for a little while you have had to suffer various trials, so that the genuineness of your faith—being more precious than gold that, though perishable, is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. Although you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy, for you are receiving the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“We walk by faith, and not by sight” St. Botolph Hymn 209

The Gospel John 20:19-31 (standing)

Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory be to thee, O Lord.

When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors of the house where the disciples had met were locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” When he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” But Thomas (who was called the Twin), one of the twelve, was

not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands, and put my finger in the mark of the nails and my hand in his side, I will not believe.” A week later his disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were shut, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.” Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe.” Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. But these are written so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through believing you may have life in his name.

Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise be to thee, O Christ.

The Sermon (seated)

The Nicene Creed (standing)

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

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.

Prayers of the People: Form I (standing)

Celebrant Let us pray for the whole state of Christ’s Church and the world.

Lector With all our heart and with all our mind, let us pray to the Lord, saying “Lord, have mercy.”

Lector For the peace of the world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; George, our Bishop; our parish clergy and their families; for ___; and for all the clergy and people, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For Joe, our President; Greg, our Governor; and Eric, our Mayor; for the leaders of the nations, and for all in authority, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Parish Prayers of the People as of April 6, 2023

Ruth Andrade, Kathryn Anschutz, Norton Baker, Tommie Beckwith, Barbara Hart Bell, John Bell, Len Bourland, Madelyn Brinkley, Suzanne Buhrer, Paul Chancelor, Ann Colocouses, Randy Davis, David DeKnock, Richard DeKnock, Nanette Fitz, Larry Florer, Cynthia Gayden, Rich Grip, Michael Gratkowski, Jody Guenther, Melissa Harrison, Josh Hight, Cynthia Jensen, Samuel Joseph, Jeff Kunzler, Steve McCandless, Patricia McClendon, Christine McDonough, Samuel Masih, Hart Mason, Heather Nemec, Bob Paddock, Charles Peeler, Patricia Plettner, Alex Powell, Sharon Richards, Ron Rosa, Edward Rowley, Jonathan Sanders, Dorinda Scobee, Harrison Seveney, Mike Smith, Janet & Ralph Stafford, Jane Stringer, Byrd Teague, Diane Teagarden, Brooks Sanders Tubb, Valerie Guenther Unger, Katie West, Tony Wilks, Mary Wolf, Catherine Carr Worley

During the season of Easter, we omit the Confession as a way of celebrating Christ’s triumph over sin and the assurance of salvation and new life for all who are joined with him in his death and resurrection.

Lector We give you thanks for___. For this city, for every city and community, and for those who live in them, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the good earth which God has given us, and for the wisdom and will to conserve it, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the aged and infirm, for the widowed and orphans, and for the sick and the suffering, especially those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the poor and the oppressed, for the unemployed and the destitute, for prisoners and captives, and for all who remember and care for them, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For all who have died in the hope of the resurrection, and for all the departed, especially___, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For deliverance from all danger, violence, oppression, and degradation, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector That we may end our lives in faith and hope, without suffering and without reproach, let us pray to the Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector In the communion of Saint Michael and of all the saints, let us commend ourselves, and one another, and all our life, to Christ our God.

People To thee, O Lord our God.

Celebrant Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Peace (standing)

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And with thy spirit.

Announcements (please be seated)

The Birthday Blessing (Those with birthdays in April 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 the Saint Michael Choir

“Easter” from Five Mystical Songs

Ralph Vaughan Williams

Rise heart; thy Lord is risen. Sing his praise Without delays, Who takes thee by the hand, that thou likewise With him may ’st rise; That, as his death calcined thee to dust, His life may make thee gold, and much more, Just.

Awake, my lute, and struggle for thy part With all thy art. The cross taught all wood to resound his name Who bore the same. His stretched sinews taught all strings, what key Is best to celebrate this most high day.

Consort both heart and lute, and twist a song Pleasant and long: Or since all music is but three parts vied, And multiplied;

O let thy blessed Spirit bear a part, And make up our defects with his sweet art.

- George Herbert, The Temple: Sacred Poems

Vaughan Williams composed Five Mystical Songs between 1906 and 1911.The work sets four poems ("Easter" divided into two parts) by seventeenth-century Welsh poet and Anglican priest George Herbert (1593–1633), from his 1633 collection The Temple: Sacred Poems. The five poems explore the soul's and the church's relation to God; as meditations on resurrection, the Eucharist, and the affirming bond between self and the divine.

All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.

Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“Alleluia, hearts and voices heavenward raise” Abbot’s Leigh

Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.

The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer II (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And with thy spirit.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them up unto the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.

People It is meet and right so to do.

It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord, holy Father, almighty, everlasting God.

Therefore with Angels and Archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious Name; evermore praising thee, and singing,

Sanctus and Benedictus (standing, sung by all) Healey Willan Hymn S 114

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All glory be to thee, O Lord our God, for that thou didst create heaven and earth, and didst make us in thine own image; and, of thy tender mercy, didst give thine only Son Jesus Christ to take our nature upon him, and to suffer death upon the cross for our redemption. He made there a full and perfect sacrifice for the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memory of that his precious death and sacrifice, until his coming again.

For in the night in which he was betrayed, he took bread; and when he had given thanks to thee, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take, eat, this is my Body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”

Likewise, after supper, he took the cup; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink this, all of you; for this is my Blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for you, and for many, for the remission of sins. Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.”

Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we thy people do celebrate and make, with these thy holy gifts which we now offer unto thee, the memorial thy Son hath commanded us to make; having in remembrance his blessed passion and precious death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension; and looking for his coming again with power and great glory. And we most humbly beseech thee, O merciful Father, to hear us, and, with thy Word and Holy Spirit, to bless and sanctify these gifts of bread and wine, that they may be unto us the Body and Blood of thy dearly-beloved Son Jesus Christ.

And we earnestly desire thy fatherly goodness to accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, whereby we offer and present unto thee, O Lord, our selves, our souls and bodies. Grant, we beseech thee, that all who partake of this Holy Communion may worthily receive the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son Jesus Christ, and be filled with thy grace and heavenly benediction; and also that we and all thy whole Church may be made one body with him, that he may dwell in us, and we in him; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord;

During the season of Easter, we return to the practice of the early church and stand during the Prayer of Consecration and the Post-Communion Prayer. You may also stand to receive Communion at the altar rail.

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.

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.

By whom, and with whom, and in whom, in the unity of the Holy Ghost all honor and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world without end. 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.

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.

Fraction Anthem: (sung by all) David Hurd Hymn S 154

Communion Hymn (sung by all)

“O sons and daughters, let us sing!” O filii et filiae

The Post-Communion Prayer (standing, spoken by all)

Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee for that thou dost feed us, in these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favor and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of thy everlasting kingdom. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honor and glory, world without end. Amen.

The Blessing (standing)

The Dismissal (standing)

Minister Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, Alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia.

Departing Procession (standing, sung by all)

“Christ is alive! Let Christians sing ” Truro Hymn 182

Postlude

Dupré ranks among the greatest organists, organ pedagogues, and organ composers of the previous century. Dupré additionally served as organist at one of Paris’ most prestigious churches, St-Sulpice, for 37 years. Dupré himself is known to have referred to his Prelude and Fugue in B Major, completed in 1914, as fitting for a great celebration. Indeed, the Prelude’s texture mimics the swinging of bells in a tower and can easily bring to mind a joyous atmosphere of festivity. The Fugue’s lively melody gives way to a high energy conclusion.

Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.

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.

Prelude and Fugue in B Major, Op. 7, No. 1

Marcel Dupré

CANDLELIT COMPLINE

“CARE FOR THE EARTH”

Sunday, April 23 | 8 PM | Ch urch

Scan the QR code to visit our Easter Hub page!

2023 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!

This meditative service is aimed at concluding our weekend with reflection, calm, and peace. Consider bringing friends who don't regularly attend church. Join us for a reception immediately following the service.

JUNE 19–23

REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!

For more info or to register, scan the QR code or contact Madelyn Ivy at mivy@saintmichael.org .

SaintMichael.org/Compline OPENING

WEEKDAY MEDITATIONS

THE EASTER SEASON IS AVAILABLE NOW!

SCAN THE QR CODE TO LISTEN.

March 7–18, 2024

With the Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon

A pilgrimage to the Holy Land is life-changing. Taking this trip with family and friends is even more unique. Join Father Ken as we visit biblical sites, reflect on Jesus’ ministry, and encounter God in a new way. For questions, contact Ken Brannon, kbrannon@saintmichael.org.

Space is still available and all ages are welcome to register by Monday, April 17, 2023!

Assistive List ening Available!

BLOOD DRIVE APR 28

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Theater

Driver’s license or ARC card/app is required to donate.

Give Blood. Give life

To reserve a time, please contact Dianne Boyd, RN, dboyd@saintmichael.org.

Must have a bluetooth enabled hearing aid device

Connect to the SMAA Guest Wi-Fi network

(password: smaaguest)

Download the Listen EVERYWHERE app

Open the Listen EVERYWHERE app and click on Sanctuary or Chapel to listen

*Not available for the 11 a.m. service in the Church due to Livestream conflicts

MICHAEL, A MUSICAL: SCREENING & DINNER

Sunday, April 30

Screening in the Church: 4–5 p.m.

Picnic on the Douglas Lawn: 5–7 p.m. Dinner provided by The Hamburger Man!

Join us as we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Michael, a Musical! Enjoy this one-and-only showing of the musical followed by a picnic with the producers and cast members! There is no charge to attend the event, but we are encouraging all guests to RSVP. Childcare will be provided for kids 3 and under with a reservation. Scan the QR code to RSVP today!

Adults

UPCOMING FORMATION OFFERINGS

Sundays (April 23–May 21) at 10 a.m.

THE GREAT PROPHETS OF THE BIBLE

Led by Chris Girata in Saint Michael Chapel

The Major and Minor Prophets of the Bible help us understand what prophecy means. The collection of books from Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel, as well as Jonah, Micah, and more offer revelations from God about promises of the future. Messages of judgment, mercy, and hope are written all over this collection of biblical books. Come discover what God is still revealing to us through these ancient voices.

FOLLOWING CHRIST IN DEEP WATERS

Led by Brady Millican & Barbara Kennard | Coke Room

Parishioners will explore Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem, The Wreck of the Deutschland, written in 1877. Our interest will center on the author’s experience of the challenges and joys of Christian life. Hopefully, we will find greater strength for our own journeys in the power of Hopkins’ testimony to the perpetual presence of Christ’s care and love. Copies of the poem will be provided, as well as a link to a recording.

COSMOLOGY: UNDERSTANDING THE HEAVENS

Led by the Rev. Christian Basel

Wednesdays, 4/19, 5/3, 5/10, & 5/17 6–7:30 p.m.

Chapel Conference Room

“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Scripture begins with the cosmological, the order of the universe, but what is our place in it? Join us on a four-week study as we explore our place in the created order of the universe and draw on scripture, philosophy, and science to begin forming an idea of how a biblical cosmology exists side by side with modern science. For more info and to register, contact Christian Basel, cbasel@saintmichael.org

FEAST OF SAINT MARK THE EVANGELIST

Tuesday, April 25 6 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I, Saint Michael Chapel 7 p.m. Reception, Coke Room

Alumni, students, staff, and friends of St. Mark’s School of Texas especially encouraged to attend.

CELTIC CHRISTIANITY PILGRIMAGE TO IRELAND INFORMATIONAL MEETING

Led by the Rev. Mary Lessmann

Information Meeting: Sunday, April 30, 2023

Pilgrimage Dates: May 23–30, 2024

12:15 p.m.

Coke Room

Make plans to join us to learn more about the opportunity to experience this ancient and enchanting land!

PT CRUISERS FIELD TRIP

LOCATION CHANGE!

Thursday, April 20

9:30 a.m. | Cost: $20

The PT Cruisers will visit our little fire station on the corner and then tour around the Park Cities to look at the azaleas and other spring flowers in bloom. We will have lunch at Celebration. For reservations, call Bonita Frederick, 214728-6440. Deadline for reservations is Monday, April 17.

Youth and M&O

YOUTH MISSION WEEK

June 5–9

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Registration: saintmichael.org/youth

This year Youth Mission Week is partnering with Stephen C. Foster Elementary school in Dallas. Our youth will be leading K-5th grade students in a week long day camp with everything from crafts, sports, music, and a field trip to the Perot museum. This is a great opportunity for students to earn up to 45 service hours and make a real impact in the lives of our neighbors. Contact Samuel Moore, smoore@ saintmichael.org, or Kirstin Ivy-Waybourn, kwaybourn@ saintmichael.org,for more information.

Music JOIN CHORISTERS!

The Saint Michael Choristers welcome all young people from pre-K through high school to join. Choristers receive education from our renowned music staff, formation in faith, responsibility, mentorship, and often make new friendships. No musical background is necessary. For more info, contact Catherine Hinkley, chinkley@saintmichael.org or visit saintmichael.org/choristers

Mission & Outreach Volunteer Needs

For more information or to sign up, please contact the Rev. Robin

STEPHEN C. FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3700 Clover Lane, Dallas

Brighter Bites

2 days per month (4/13, 4/27, 5/11)

10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Organize food distribution and re-packing bulk produce to distribute to school families.

Foster Elementary Community Day

Saturday, April 22

9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Stephen C. Foster Elementary School

Volunteers will paint and layout furniture for indoor classroom areas. Volunteers will help to beautify the exterior of the school, refreshing the curbside appeal. Coffee and Breakfast Tacos will be served. Please list a t-shirt size for each volunteer. The minimum age for volunteers is 13 years old. Email Kirstin Waybourn, kwaybourn@saintmichael.org, for more information. Scan the QR code to sign up today!

NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES

2875 Merrell Road, Dallas

Client Ambassadors for Medical Clinic

Monday–Friday | 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

Spanish speakers needed to help clients who are visiting the clinic for their appointments.

AUSTIN STREET CENTER

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Cooking

First Tuesday of the month (5/2) 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Parish Hall Kitchen

Serving

First Wednesday of the month (5/3)

5–7 p.m. | Austin Street Center, 1717 Jeffries Street, Dallas

BACHMAN LAKE TOGETHER

Community Pre-K Registration Event

Thursday, April 20 | 8:30–11 a.m.

Each volunteer will be assigned to a BLT Parent Leader and given a map, flyers, and information to be handed out according to neighborhood zones. Lunch is provided. Sign-up here. Volunteers will receive training on the 19th during a 30-minute Zoom.

EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF DALLAS

Mission Day

Saturday, May 6 | 10 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

St. Nicholas Flower Mound-Bishop Mason Center 4800 Wichita Trail, Flower Mound, 75022

The diocese is delighted to have renowned author and evangelist, Canon J. John, lead the day of teaching and revival. He will help us get equipped in how to share our faith in daily life, and we will have a time of refreshment and revival in the power of the Holy Spirit. Lunch included. Scan the QR code to sign up today!

HONDURAS THREADS

Fabric Collection

Donate your unused or extra fabrics for us to take on our upcoming mission trip. There is a collection basket at the South entrance area through May 20, and home pick up can be arranged. Please email Shannon Callewart, scallewart@tx.rr.com, for pickup.

DWELL WITH DIGNITY

Warehouse Social

Wednesday, April 19 | 6 p.m. DwD Warehouse, 1127 Conveyor Lane, Dallas

Get to know Dwell with Dignity and learn more about this exciting new partnership with the Saint Michael M&O Team and a future young adult opportunity! Let the Rev. Robin Hinkle know if you can attend this fun open house and happy hour. Drinks and light bites provided by Palmer’s Hot Chicken.

JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER

917 Bank Street, Dallas, TX 65223

Food Pantry

Mondays | 9:30 a.m.–Noon

Come help receive our weekly shipment and stock the shelves of the Jubilee Food Pantry!

Food Pantry:

Wednesdays | 9 a.m.–Noon or Noon–3 p.m. The Jubilee Pantry is open for shopping! Volunteers will help guide shoppers through the pantry and bag items.

Senior Meals

Wednesdays and Fridays | 10 a.m.– Noon

Help prepare and serve hot meals for our seniors and provide much-needed companionship!

Hinkle at rhinkle@saintmichael.org or (205) 937-0565.