JULY 9 | 9 AM Joy: A Children's Service Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

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!

July Worship Schedule

9 AM

Traditional Church Joy! A Children’s Service Saint Michael Chapel

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.

11 AM 5:30 PM

Contemporary Church

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

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.

FROM THE RECTOR

Welcome to Saint Michael—we’re glad you’re here! 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.

Please consider some new habits of service this summer. In the back of this bulletin, you will find many outreach opportunities. Among those many opportunities, there’s an easy one you can do today! At all the doors of the church, we have grocery bags for you to take a fill with non-perishable items to stock the North Dallas Shared Ministry pantry. Join us!

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!

SUNDAYS, JULY 2–30

July Sunday

Worship Schedule

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

10 AM

FORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS

Adult Formation

Class For Parents: Raising Christ-Centered Children

The Rev. Christian Basel Theater

Whisper: Dreams

Dr. Tim Smith Saint Michael Chapel

Children’s Formation

Paul’s Amazing Journeys

Room 214:

Rising PreK – 1st grade (Ages 3 – 8)

Room 216:

Rising 2nd – 5th grade (Ages 7 – 11)

Youth Formation

Middle School & High School

6th – 12th Grade Youth Center

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 .

The Lighting Of The Christ Candle

“The Light of Christ”

The light of Christ has come into the world. The light of Christ has come into the world.

Public Domain

The Opening Song

“All Creatures of Our God and King”

All creatures of our God and King, Lift up your voice and with us sing, Alleluia! Alleluia! O burning sun with golden beams, Pale silver moon that gently gleams, O praise him! O praise him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Public Domain

The Opening Sentences

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Celebrant Lord, you have taught us to serve you. Help us to be strong enough to tell others about your Kingdom. Amen.

The Gospel Procession

“I have decided to follow Jesus”

I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus.

I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back.

Other verses:

Though none go with me, still I will follow.

The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus.

The cross before me, the world behind me.

Public Domain

The Bible Story

The Song After The Story

“Somebody’s Knockin’ at Your Door”

Somebody’s knockin’ at your door.

Somebody’s knockin’ at your door.

Oh, sinner, why don’t you answer?

Somebody’s knockin’ at you door.

Knocks like Jesus.

Somebody’s knockin’ at your door.

Knocks like Jesus.

Somebody’s knockin’ at your door.

Oh, sinner, why don’t you answer?

Somebody’s knockin’ at you door.

Public Domain

The Children’s Creed

I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world. I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me.

I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation.

Please be seated

Celebrant and People

The Sunday School Prayer

God be in my head.

God be in my heart.

God be in my left hand.

God be in my right hand.

God be in my whole life.

Thanks be to God. Amen.

Additional Prayers and Silence

Reader Let us thank God for our families, friends, and our pets. We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us praise God for God’s love and goodness, and for our blessings. We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us pray to God to help others. We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us ask God for the things we need; may we enjoy the food we eat, the home we live in, the health that we have, and when we are sick that we may be well soon. We pray to you O, Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

The Children’s Confession

Celebrant For the times we have hurt others.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have acted selfishly.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have been slow to forgive others.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have not remembered your love for us.

People Forgive us, God.

The Peace

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

The Birthday Blessing

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 under standing abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Offertory

“Lord, I Lift Your Name on High”

Lord, I lift your name on high. Lord, I love to sing your praises. I’m so glad you’re in my life. I’m so glad you came to save us. You came from heaven to earth to show the way.

From the earth to the cross, my debt to pay.

From the cross to the grave, from the grave to the sky, Lord, I lift your name on high.

Words and Music by Rick Founds © 1989 Maranatha! Praise, Inc.

(admin. by The Copyright Company)

The Doxology

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

The Prayers Over The Bread and Wine To Thank God For Jesus

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.

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

The Eucharistic Prayer continues.

Please be seated for the Announcements.

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

Supper.

Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant.

Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.

The Lord’s Prayer

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.

The Breaking of the Bread

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God.

Communion Songs

“Go Down Moses”

When Israel was in Egypt’s land, let my people go. Oppressed so hard they could not stand, let my people go.

Refrain: Go down, Moses, way down in Egypt’s land. Tell old Pharaoh to let my people go.

The Lord told Moses what to do, let my people go. To lead the children of Israel through, let my people go. Refrain.

They journeyed on at his command, let my people go. And came at length to Canaan’s land, let my people go. Refrain.

Oh, let us all from bondage flee, let my people go. And let us all in Christ be free, let my people go. Refrain. African-American spiritual, Public Domain

“I am the Bread of Life”

I am the bread of life. They who come to me shall not hunger. They who believe in me shall not thirst. No one can come to me unless the Father draw them. And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day.

The bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world, And they who eat of this bread, they shall live forever, they shall live forever.

And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day.

Unless you eat of the flesh of the Son of Man and drink of his blood, you shall not have life within you, you shall not have life within you. And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day.

I am the resurrection, I am the life. They who believe in me, even if they die, they shall live forever. And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day.

Yes, Lord, we believe that you are the Christ, The Son of God who has come into the world. And I will raise them up, and I will raise them up, And I will raise them up on the last day.

Words and Music: Suzanne Toolan. Copyright © 1971, GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago. Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.

“Open Our Eyes, Lord”

Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, To reach out and touch him and say that we love him.

Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen.

Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus.

African-American Spiritual; Public Domain

Standing

Celebrant and People

“God is So Good”

God is so good. God is so good. God is so good. He’s so good to me.

God cares for me. God cares for me. God cares for me. He’s so good to me.

God loves me so. God loves me so. God loves me so. He’s so good to me.

Public Domain

Thank You To God For Our Time Together

Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.

A Blessing

The Closing Song

“His Banner Over Me is Love”

The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love. The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love. The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love. His banner over me is love.

Other Verses

He is the vine and we are the branches. His banner over me is love.

Jesus is the rock of my salvation. His banner over me is love.

Public Domain

The Dismissal

Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.

Scan the QR code to visit the Summer Hub page!

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 1 in 7 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.

North Dallas Shared Ministries: 2875 Merrell Road | NDSM.org

Questions? Contact Kirstin Ivy, kivy@saintmichael.org.

Church Leadership Opportunity

CALL FOR VESTRY AND DELEGATE NOMINATIONS!

Now–August 21

Do you know a fellow parishioner who would be an excellent candidate to serve on the Vestry or as a Delegate to the Annual Diocesan Convention? Scan the QR code to make your nominations now!

Youth

Rising 6th–12th Grade

R.A.G. (RESTAURANT ADVENTURE GROUP)

Thursdays in July Noon–1:30 p.m. saintmichael.org/youth

Every Thursday the youth of SMAA will be adventuring to different local dive. Come fellowship and help us discover the best hole in the walls Dallas has to offer.

OPEN GYM

Wednesdays, June 14–August 2

3–5 p.m.

SMAA Gym

Bring a friend and show your skills on the court as we play basketball and volleyball. Come and go as you please!

AUSTIN STREET LUNCH PACKING

Tuesdays, July 11, 18, & 25 9–11 a.m.

Youth Center

Earn a couple of service hours as we pack lunches for the Austin Street Center. To register for this event please visit saintmichael.org/youth

DAY

TRIP TO WACO

Saturday, July 15 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

SMAA youth is taking their show on the road as we head to Waco for service and fun! Join us as we do some paddleboarding, hiking, and service! To register for this trip and see an itinerary, please visit saintmichael.org/youth

Adults

SUNDAY FORMATION

Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God

Now–July 30 | 10 a.m. | Saint Michael Chapel

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.

July 9: Dreams, Dr. Tim Smith

July 16: People, the Rev. Ken Brannon

July 23: Promptings, the Rev. Greg Pickens

July 30: Pain and the Whisper Test, Dr. Tim Smith

SUNDAY FORMATION: CLASS FOR PARENTS

Raising Christ-Centered Children

Now–August 6 | 10 a.m. | Theater

Led by the Rev. Christian Basel

Join us for a study rooted in scripture that will help us gain a perspective on raising children to be centered on Christ and help you wrestle with the challenges and joys of parenting.

GOSPEL OF JOHN BIBLE STUDY

Taught by Dr. Tim Smith

Tuesdays, Now–July 25

1 p.m. and also 6 p.m. Room 106

There is no Gospel like the Gospel of John! It claims to be an eyewitness account, shares stories of Jesus found nowhere else and offers a different chronology of Jesus’ ministry. This makes the reading and study of John’s Gospel unique, powerful and life-giving! This will be an in-depth, verse by verse study utilizing the lenses of the first century historical, geographical, cultural, literary, social and religious context, opening an entirely new world of understanding scripture! To sign up, please email Tim Smith, tsmith@saintmichael.org.

Mission & Outreach Volunteer Needs

For more information or to sign up, please contact Kirstin Ivy at kivy@saintmichael.org

JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER

917 Bank Street, Dallas, TX 65223

For information on the opportunities listed below, please reach out to Katelynn Morris at kmorris@jubileecenter.org or at 214-887-1364 x 252.

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!

NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES

2875 Merrell Road, Dallas

Clothes Closet

Spanish Speaking helpful but not required Wednesdays | 12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Sort Donations and assist clients with selections

Pantry

Spanish Speaking helpful but not required Monday – Thursday | 8 a.m.–Noon

Sort food, fill bags with food, then distribute food.

Interviewers/Intake

Monday–Friday

Two–three hour shifts between 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Interview/evaluate clients asking for rent/utility assistance. Assist NDSM in determining eligibility.

Fill the Summer Pantry

June 4–July 16

Fill the NDSM pantry during the summer, a season when the need for food is the highest. Grocery bags will be available at church entrances with facts about hunger, a list of NDSM’s most needed items, and a prayer to reflect upon. Contact Kirstin at kivy@saintmichael.org for more information.

School Supply Distribution for DISD Students

Saturday, July 29 and August 5

8 a.m.–4 p.m. (Two-hour volunteer shifts)

NDSM, 2875 Merrell Rd, Dallas, TX 75229

Volunteer to distribute school supplies for DISD students on Saturday, July 29 and August 5 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Ask a friend or family member to help DISD students get ready for school. Supplies will already be sorted into categories by age/grade for distribution. Students can receive community service hours.

School Uniform Distribution for DISD Students

Monday–Friday | July 31–August 16

9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Two-hour volunteer shifts)

NDSM, 2875 Merrell Rd, Dallas, TX 75229

Volunteer at NDSM to distribute school uniforms to 2,000 DISD students. Ask friends or family members to join you and remember that students can receive community service. Volunteers should be 14 or older.