APR. 2 | 9 AM Traditional Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

APRIL 2, 2023 | PALM SUNDAY 9 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

Welcome! 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.

Today we begin Holy Week with the wonderful festival of Palm Sunday! I invite you to join us throughout this sacred week, beginning with worship services on Monday and Tuesday, then continuing with unique services that are only offered once a year: Choral Tenebrae on Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Great Vigil of Easter on Saturday. Each step of the Holy Week journey calls us deeper into the beauty of holiness and will fill you in surprising ways.

Looking ahead, please make plans to join us for our big celebration of Easter

Sunday, April 9, and for the Great Fifty Days of Easter through Pentecost on Sunday, May 28. God is calling you today, and your presence blesses us all. Together, and with God’s help, we are doing amazing things!

SAINT MICHAEL 101

Sunday, April 16 | 12–1:30 PM | Parlor

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!

SaintMichael.org/101

Bridging the Divide in Politics and Foreign Policy

Monday, April 24 at 11 a.m.

Pegasus Park, 3000 Pegasus Park Dr.

HOSTED BY THE WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL

Featuring Ambassador Kay Bailey Hutchison, Former United States Ambassador to NATO

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

. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Rector

Palm Sunday

This prelude is based upon a chorus from Handel’s Messiah: “Lift up your heads, o ye gates: and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors, and the King of Glory shall come in.” Handel’s original melody is heard from the very beginning, creating a majestic processional. It is then played in a minor key, to form an energetic fugue, which leads to a powerful restatement of the original material.

Holy Eucharist Rite II

The service begins on page 351 of The Book of Common Prayer.

The Word of God

The text “Hosanna, Hosanna, O Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord” is set to a lilting melody, making a welcome fit for a king as Jesus returns to Jerusalem.

Prelude

March upon Handel’s “Lift up your heads,” Op. 15 Alexandre Guilmant

Welcome

Introit (sung by the Saint Michael Cherub Choir)

Hosanna Lynn Russell

Hosanna, Hosanna, O blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord Sing Hosanna, Christ the King comes riding by Sing Hosanna, palms and praises fill the sky

Hosanna, Hosanna, O blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord

Salutation & Collect for Palm Sunday (standing)

Celebrant Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord. People Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Assist us mercifully with your help, O Lord God of our salvation, that we may enter with joy upon the contemplation of those mighty acts, whereby you have given us life and immortality; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Blessing of the Palms

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

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The palms are lifted up

It is right to praise you, Almighty God, for the acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day he entered the holy city of Jerusalem in triumph, and was proclaimed as King

of kings by those who spread their garments and branches of palm along his way. Let these branches be for us signs of his victory, and grant that we who bear them in his name may ever hail him as our King, and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life; who lives and reigns in glory with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

Celebrant Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

People Hosanna in the highest.

Deacon Let us go forth in peace.

People In the name of Christ. Amen.

Entrance Procession

Processional Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“All glory, laud, and honor” Valet will ich dir geben Hymn 154

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 Collect of the Day (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Lesson Zechariah 9:9-12 (seated)

Rejoice greatly, O daughter Zion! Shout aloud, O daughter Jerusalem! Lo, your king comes to you; triumphant and victorious is he, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. He will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the war-horse from Jerusalem; and the battle bow shall be cut off, and he shall command peace to the nations; his dominion shall be from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth. As for you also, because of the blood of my covenant with you, I will set your prisoners free from the waterless pit. Return to your stronghold, O prisoners of hope; today I declare that I will restore to you double.

Lector The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

The Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 (seated, chanted by the choir) William Crotch

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; * his mercy endures for ever.

Let Israel now proclaim, * “His mercy endures for ever.”

Open for me the gates of righteousness; * I will enter them; I will offer thanks to the LORD.

“This is the gate of the LORD; * he who is righteous may enter.”

I will give thanks to you, for you answered me * and have become my salvation.

The same stone which the builders rejected * has become the chief cornerstone.

This is the LORD’S doing, * and it is marvelous in our eyes. On this day the LORD has acted; * we will rejoice and be glad in it.

Hosannah, LORD, hosannah! *

LORD, send us now success.

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; * we bless you from the house of the LORD. God is the LORD; he has shined upon us; * form a procession with branches up to the horns of the altar.

“You are my God, and I will thank you; * you are my God, and I will exalt you.”

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; * his mercy endures for ever.

Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“Prepare the way, O Zion” Bereden väg för Herran Hymn 65, v. 1

Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When Jesus and his disciples had come near Jerusalem and had reached Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her; untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, just say this, ‘The Lord needs them.’ And he will send them immediately.” This took place to fulfill what had been spoken through the prophet, saying, “Tell the daughter of Zion, Look, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.” The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them; they brought the donkey and the colt, and put their cloaks on them, and he sat on them. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and that followed were shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest heaven!” When he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was in turmoil, asking, “Who is this?” The crowds were saying, “This is the prophet Jesus from Nazareth in Galilee.”

Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon (seated)

The Nicene Creed (standing)

The Reverend Kenneth H. Brannon

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 V (standing)

Celebrant Let us now pray for the church and for the world.

Lector In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, “Lord, have mercy”

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For Michael, our Presiding Bishop, for George, our own Bishop, for all bishops and other ministers, [for ___,] and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Parish Prayers of the People as of March 21, 2023

Kathryn Anschutz, Norton Baker, Tommie Beckwith, Barbara Hart Bell, John Bell, Tom & Margaret Bell, Len Bourland, Madelyn Brinkley, Suzanne Buhrer, Paul Chancelor, Ann Colocouses, Randy Davis, David DeKnock, Richard DeKnock, Carol Dotson, Rosalee Fillion, Nanette Fitz, Michael Gratkowski, Jody Guenther, Melissa Harrison, Josh Hight, Helen Holman, Cynthia Jensen, Samuel Joseph, Nancy Kimbell,Jeff Kunzler, Steve McCandless, Patricia McClendon, Christine McDonough, Samuel Masih, Hart Mason, Heather Nemec, Haley Odlozil, Bob Paddock, Charles Peeler, Patricia Plettner, Alex Powell, Sharon Richards, Jim Rogers, Ron Rosa, Jonathan Sanders, Dorinda Scobee, Mike Smith, Callan Spence, Janet & Ralph Stafford, Jane Stringer, Byrd Teague, Diane Teagarden, Valerie Guenther Unger, Katie West, Tony Wilks, Mary Wolf, Catherine Carr Worley

Lector For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, OLord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For those in positions of public trust, [especially Joe, our President; Greg, our Governor; and Eric, our Mayor,] that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For this congregation for those who are present, and for those who are absent, that we may be delivered from hardness of heart, and show forth your glory in all that we do, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For all those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for _____, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector For all who have died in the communion of your Church, [especially___,] and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector Rejoicing in the fellowship of blessed Michael and all the saints, let us commend ourselves, and one another, and all our life to Christ our God.

People To you, O Lord our God.

Celebrant Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our sinfulness, but as you know and love us in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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)

Harpsichordist, organist, and visionary choirmaster George Malcolm was one of the leading figures in British music after the Second World War. After serving as organist-choirmaster of St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Clapham, he was Master of Music of Westminster Cathedral for 12 years.

Ingrediente Domino is one of his most vivid works and was written specifically for Palm Sunday.

The Holy Communion

Offertory Anthems (sung by the Choristers and Saint Michael Staff Singers)

Ingrediente Domino

George Malcolm

Ingrediente Domino in sanctam civitatem, Hebraeorum pueri resurrectionem vitae pronuntiantes, Cum ramis palmarum: Hosanna, clamabant, in excelsis.

Cumque audisset populus quod Jesus veniret Hierosolymam, exierunt obviam ei.

As the Lord entered the holy city, The Hebrew children hailed the resurrection of life

With palm branches

Crying ‘Hosanna in the highest’. And when the people heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, they went out to meet him.

- Antiphon from Palm Sunday Procession

Hosanna to the Son of David

Thomas Weelkes

One of the most prolific composers of Anglican choral service music in the early 17thcentury, Thomas Weelkes spent most of his working life as organist and choir director at Chichester Cathedral. Today’s anthem is the text spoken by the people at Jesus’ entry on the donkey to Jerusalem, which we commemorate today on Palm Sunday. Weelkes alternates a grand, homophonic texture on “Hosanna” with a more complex, multi-voiced texture.

Hosanna to the Son of David, Blessed be the King that cometh

In the name of the Lord, Hosanna. Thou that sittest in the highest heav’ns, Hosanna in excelsis Deo.

- Matthew 21:9

Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“All things are thine” Erhalt uns, Herr

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.

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

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

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

Hymn continues on the next page

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:

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.

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.

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.

Communion Hymn (sung by all)

“And now, O Father” Unde et memores Hymn 337

Communion Hymn (sung by all)

“My song is love unknown” Love Unknown Hymn 458

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.

Departing Procession (standing, sung by all)

“Lift high the cross” Crucifer Hymn 473

Postlude

Selection by Metroplex Drum and Pipe Band

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.

HOLY WEEK SERVICE SCHEDULE

APRIL 3:

MONDAY IN HOLY WEEK

7 a.m.

Morning Prayer II, Bishop Moore Chapel

APRIL 4:

TUESDAY IN HOLY WEEK

7 a.m.

Morning Prayer II, Bishop Moore Chapel

APRIL 5:

WEDNESDAY IN HOLY WEEK

7 a.m.

Morning Prayer II, Bishop Moore Chapel

7 p.m.

Tenebrae, Church, LIVESTREAM!

APRIL 6:

MAUNDY THURSDAY

7 a.m.

Morning Prayer II, Bishop Moore Chapel

7 p.m.

Maundy Thursday & Stripping of the Altar Church, LIVESTREAM!

9 p.m.

Altar of Repose, Bishop Moore Chapel

APRIL 7:

GOOD FRIDAY

7 a.m.

Good Friday, Saint Michael Chapel

12 p.m.

Good Friday & Holy Communion, Church, LIVESTREAM!

Family Stations of the Cross Service

Saint Michael Chapel

1:15 p.m.

Stations of the Cross, Church

5:30 p.m.

Contemporary Stations of the Cross, Church

7 p.m.

Contemporary Good Friday & Holy Communion, Church, LIVESTREAM!

APRIL 8: HOLY SATURDAY

8:30 a.m.

Holy Saturday, Bishop Moore Chapel

GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER

7 p.m.

Great Vigil of Easter, Church, LIVESTREAM! Incense will be in use

For more service details, scan the QR code at left or visit SaintMichael.org/HolyWeek23.

Sunday, April 9

EASTER SERVICES

9:45–11

Contemporary

5:30 p.m.

Holy Eucharist II

Saint Michael Chapel

For more service details or a listing of events happening during the Easter season, scan the QR code above or visit SaintMichael.org/Easter23

CANDLELIT COMPLINE

“CARE FOR THE EARTH”

Sunday, April 23 | 8 PM | Ch urch

Scan the QR code to visit our Lent 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.

SaintMichael.org/Compline

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!

JUNE 19–23

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 9!

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

Tuesdays, March 28–May 16

Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon & Justin Brooks

6:30 p.m. in the Parlor

$10 suggested weekly donation for dinner

All are welcome to join us as we explore the basic tenets of the Christian faith and provide an opportunity for asking the tough questions. Dinner and childcare are available with pre-registration. We ask that attendees make a commitment to attend most classes—attending the whole course offers the richest experience. Scan the QR code to learn more!

SaintMichael.org/Alpha

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.

SAINT MICHAEL READER’S BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, April 4

6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Coke Room

Join the Saint Michael Book Club to read a great book each month and join in conversation! For questions, please contact Ann Mills, acmills3225@gmail.com

April 4: Horse by Geraldine Brooks

May 2: The Sum of Us: What racism costs everyone and How we can prosper together by Heather McGhee

June 6: Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

SMES & SMAA FAMILY LENTEN STUDY

Tuesday, April 4 (with the author)

9–10 a.m. in the Parlor

Seven Words: Listening to Christ from the Cross, Susan Robb

The Engagement Ministry invites SMES and SMAA families to journey through Lent by studying Jesus’s last seven words on the cross. The study is not sequential. Scan the QR code to RSVP!

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.

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

Pastoral Care

DELIVER EASTER FLOWERS TO HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS!

We are looking for people to deliver flowers from Saint Michael’s Easter Day altar to parishioners after the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, April 9. Contact Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org, by Monday, April 3 to volunteer.

Mission & Outreach Volunteer Needs

For more information or to sign up, please contact the Rev. Robin Hinkle at rhinkle@saintmichael.org or (205) 937-0565.

Easter Plate Offering

This Easter, the Saint Michael and All Angels Mission and Outreach committee has chosen the theme “Housing” for our Easter plate offering. The selected local organizations are active in helping individuals achieve a high quality life in safe, financially secure, beautiful homes. The 2023 agencies include:

The Bridge • Dwell With Dignity • Housing Forward

STEPHEN C. FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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.

Community Work Day with United To Learn

Saturday, April 22 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Dream Big: Indoor classroom makeover/outdoor beautification project.

Summer Day Camp

June 5–9

Youth Mission Week (need youth and adults) to help plan and put on a summer day camp at school.

AMISTAD, BOLIVIA YOUTH MISSION TEAM

CINNAMON ROLL FUNDRAISER

Today!

9–11 a.m.

South Entrance

Our Youth Mission Team is selling cinnamon rolls as a fundraiser today! Proceeds will be used to fund our mission trip activities in June.

NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES

Intake/Interview of Clients

Monday–Friday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Volunteer blocks preferably in 2-3 hour shifts. Spanish speakers needed.

Clothes Closet

Monday–Friday | 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Organize donations and distribute to families.

Food Distribution

Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Receptionist

Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 3-hour blocks preferred.

ESL Tutors

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Spanish speakers needed to assist adults learning English.

Clinic Medical Assistants

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

SaintMichael.org/AustinStreet

Cooking

First Tuesday of the month (4/4 & 5/2)

5:30–7:30 p.m. | Parish Hall Kitchen

Prepare meal to be served the next day .

Serving

First Wednesday of the month (4/5 & 5/3)

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

Serve the meal to 400 homeless men and women