Traditional Worship Bulletin and Sunday News - March 21

THE FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT

CHURCH | 9 A.M. MARCH 21, 2021

THE FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT

MARCH 21, 2021 Welcome!

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Today we continue to journey through this sacred season together, focusing on our theme of Covenant. This Sunday, we will Re focus on the fifth and final promise , v. D a ir a t r. C we make in our baptismal covenant: hristopher D. G Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? This is indeed a powerful way to prepare to shift into Holy Week (more on that below).

In this final week of Lent, I hope you continue to connect with us through all our Lenten offerings. I receive notes almost daily from members and non-members alike who get so much out of our weekday podcast series with meditations from our clergy, as well as participating with our Lent kits. As a reminder, please share images of your home altars with us by sending them to info@saintmichael.org or tag us online using #myhomealtar and continue working on our special Lenten service project.

Next week, we will celebrate Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week. Please visit our Holy Week page to make a plan for how you will celebrate this special week, noting which services will be in-person and which services will be online only. Note that we will be holding a special Journey to Easter offering on Easter Sunday from 1:30-3 p.m. This will be an opportunity for all of you to walk through the church, receive communion and an Easter blessing, and have free professional portraits made outside the red chapel doors!

In addition to worship, there are many ways you can support our celebration of Easter, including Easter flowers in honor or memory of loved ones and our Easter plate, given away in total to help the most vulnerable in our community. The generosity of our community is always on display during these big festival services, and this year will be no different.

11 AM: CONTEMPORARY 12:15 - 1 PM: DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION (IN-PERSON)

8 PM: CHORAL COMPLINE (ONLINE ONLY)

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With continued prayers for you all,

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If you have a pastoral emergency, please call our 24/7 priest-on-call line at (214) 232-7512.

If you need non-urgent pastoral support, please contact Katherine Bowen in the Pastoral Care department at kbowen@saintmichael.org. If you have a prayer request, please let us know at saintmichael.org/prayer.

MARCH 28 - APRIL 3

CURRENT PARISH STATUS as of THU 3/18/21 1:05 PM CT

STAY ENGAGED WITH WORSHIP AND LEARNING ONLINE saintmichael.org/live and saintmichael.org/liveformation

Palm Sunday Outdoor Eucharist 5:30 p.m.

West Field Other Holy Week services will be available at

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Join us in our 40 day

MAUNDY THURSDAY

HOLY SATURDAY

GOOD FRIDAY

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FIFTH SUNDAY

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LENTEN SERVICE PROJECT This Lent, we are keeping the unhoused in prayer as we seek to provide for their needs. While 250 unhoused men and women live at Austin Street Center during the pandemic, there is some good news: 3-5 people per week are moving into new residences. We are assembling housewarming baskets for these men and women to welcome them to their new homes!

Participate with us in remembering all who Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church For more information on all of our Lenten opportunities, please visit saintmichael.org/lent. need safe residence by praying for the ones who will receive these items and by collecting the items on the Lenten Calendar. On Easter Sunday, please bring the collected items in a laundry basket to the West Lot before the 6:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. services. We will deliver them!

IN-PERSON WORSHIP: A limited number of people may attend public worship services. Maskwearing and social distancing are still required on the Saint Michael campus. Registration for in-person worship services begins online each Monday at 10 AM CT, and tickets can be reserved at saintmichael.org/ worshiptickets. Although we have returned to in-person worship on most Sunday mornings, we will not have in-person attendance in the morning on March 28 and April 4.

However, in-person attendance will be permitted at outdoor services on Palm Sunday afternoon, Easter early morning, and Easter afternoon.

Registered attendees now enter through the Saint Michael Episcopal School (SMES) Porte Cochère in the West parking lot due to upcoming construction on the North side of the campus. Health safety guidelines for those coming onto the campus may be found at saintmichael.org/ worshiptickets.

VISITORS DURING THE WEEK should enter through the south entrance. Please schedule your group in advance with Tish Visinsky.

WEDDINGS, FUNERALS, AND BAPTISMS are permitted outdoors in unlimited numbers, as long as households are distanced and masked. These services may also be held in Saint Michael Chapel, with a limit of 20 people, including church personnel. Please contact Dianne Boyd for more information.

SAINT MICHAEL EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (SMES) Updates are available on their website.

Based on a hymn sung in Bach’s time which paraphrases the great penitential Psalm 50 (“Have mercy on me, O God”), this chorale-prelude shows Bach’s sensitive approach to harmony at its finest. A pulsing, 4-voice accompaniment supports the hymn melody heard in long notes with often beautiful dissonances and sometimes unexpected turns of harmony.

Standing Sung by the Choir

Holy Eucharist Rite II The Word of God The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer.

Prelude Erbarm dich mein, O Herre Gott, BWV 721 Welcome Processional Hymn Hymn 441 “In the Cross of Christ I glory”

The Opening Acclamation & Collect for Purity Celebrant Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins; People His mercy endures for ever.

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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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.

Hymn S 96 Kyrie

Franz Schubert

Sung by the Choir

The Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command

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and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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The Lesson

Jeremiah 31:31-34

The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt—a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the Lord. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the Lord; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more.

Lector The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God. Chanted by the Choir

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Psalm 119:9-16 Plainsong, arr. Philip Fillion How shall a young man cleanse his way? * By keeping to your words.

With my whole heart I seek you; * let me not stray from your commandments.

I treasure your promise in my heart, * that I may not sin against you.

Blessed are you, O Lord; * instruct me in your statutes.

With my lips will I recite * all the judgments of your mouth.

I have taken greater delight in the way of your decrees * than in all manner of riches.

I will meditate on your commandments * and give attention to your ways.

My delight is in your statutes; * I will not forget your word.

Sequence Hymn Hymn 439, v. 1 “What wondrous love is this?”

The Gospel Gospeler People

Standing

Wondrous Love

Sung by the Choir

John 12:20-33 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honor.

“Now my soul is troubled. And what should I say—‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it is for this reason that I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.” Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” The crowd standing there heard it and said that it was thunder. Others said, “An angel has spoken to him.” Jesus answered, “This voice has come for your sake, not for mine. Now is the judgment of this world; now the ruler of this world will be driven out.

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And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.”

He said this to indicate the kind of death he was to die.

Gospeler People Seated Standing

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon

The Reverend Kenneth H. Brannon

The Nicene Creed 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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Prayers of the People Form V Lector

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

Lector

People

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.

Lord, have mercy.

Lector

People

For Michael, our Presiding Bishop, for George and Michael our own Bishops, for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God. In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we pray for____, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

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, O Lord.

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.

Parish Prayers of the People Kathryn Anschutz, Fritz Arko, Jennifer Ryan Ball, Floyd Beckel, Pauline Brewer, Pat Bywaters, Frances Campbell, Betty Crawford, Ellie & Isabel Curiel, Peggy Daniel, Richard Deknock, Margaret Geddings, Linda Rose Goldstein, Michael Gratkowski, Jody Guenther, Polly Hairston, Jim Hamlin, Amy Heller, Josh Hight, Stephen Horn, Marlise King Joseph, Charles Kennedy, Jim Klingeman, Sandra Klingeman, Jeff Kunzler, Chelle Lancaster, Harrison Marcus, Heather Nemec, Amanda Neuhoff, Liz Oliphant, Tom Park, Rusty Smith, Lucy Sogandares, Fredna Stewart, John Stoneham, Ellen Terry, Jere Thompson,Jr., Patty Thompson, David Tiller, Valerie Guenther Unger, Amy Urban, Jack Day Watson, lll, Catherine Carr Worley

Lector For those in positions of public trust, 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 our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all

whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

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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. For the special needs and

concerns of this congregation in addition to those listed in the

service bulletin___. We Pray for all who have died, that they may

have a place in your eternal kingdom, particularly for those

within our Saint Michael family___, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, have mercy.

Lector

Rejoicing in the fellowship of blessed Saint Michael and all the saints, let us commend ourselves, and one another, and all our life to Christ our God. To you, O Lord our God.

Silence

Concluding Collect Celebrant

Kneeling

Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Amen.

Confession of Sin 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.

Absolution 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.

Standing Please be seated for the Announcements

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The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

The Birthday Blessing 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 Turn thy face from my sins

Thomas Attwood

Turn thy face from my sins, and put out all my misdeeds.

Make me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.

Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy Holy Spirit from me.

In today’s anthem, Attwood sets the Psalmist’s plea for mercy.

Listen for large leaps at the text “Cast me not away” followed by a more linear melody at “away from Thy presence.” The intensity and discomfort in the large leaps of the melody is replaced with solace and peace when it is followed by a more simple, linear melody.

- Psalm 51:9-11 Presentation Hymn

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The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. 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.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who was tempted in every way as we are, yet did not sin. By his grace we are able to triumph over every evil, and to live no longer for ourselves alone, but for him who died for us and rose again.

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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: Sung by the Choir

Hymn continues on the next page

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Hymn S 130 Sanctus and Benedictus

Franz Schubert

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.

Kneeling

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.”

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.

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

Celebrant and People

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.

The Celebrant continues

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.

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And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, Celebrant and People

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.

Fraction Anthem: S153

Ambrosian chant

Members of the congregation present in the sanctuary may partake of the consecrated wafers that were handed out upon entry.

Kneeling

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.

The Post Communion Prayer 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 The Dismissal Deacon People

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Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Concluding Hymn Hymn 474 “When I survey the wondrous cross”

Postlude Prélude, from Suite, Op. 5

Standing

Rockingham

Maurice Duruflé

Sung by the Choir

This selection from between the two World Wars sets the stage for the drama of Holy Week next week. Long phrases and a tremendous crescendo evoke almost a sense of inevitable doom. A more poignant, rhetorical section follows.

Perhaps like the eye of the storm, this section is filled with a sense of hope and longing, yet eventually gives way to a return of the dark, opening material.

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.

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EASTER DAY APRIL 4, 2021

6:30 SUNRISE OUTDOORS IN-PERSON

9 AM TRADITIONAL STREAMING ONLY

11 AM CONTEMPORARY STREAMING ONLY

SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/EASTER SECOND TEMPLE JUDAISM: THE JUDAISMS OF JESUS

Compline Features:

Music by Women Composers 8 PM CT | Online Only

Led by the Rev. Dr. Eric J. Liles FINAL SESSION THIS THURSDAY! 10:30 - 11:30 AM CT Streamed live on Facebook saintmichael.org/mystory Join Eric for the final week of Second Temple Judaism. He will conclude this series about sacred texts with the Gospels. This study doubles as teachings for My Story. If you can’t make the live session, Sunday mornings at 10 AM CT is a great time to watch!

If you want to receive reminder emails with suggested readings, or have questions, please contact Hannah Fisher at hfisher@ saintmichael.org.

For the season of Lent, the music department is showcasing the music of women composers. Featured composers at Compline will be Amy Beach, Kerry Andrew, Stephanie Martin, and Elizabeth Atkinson. We are pleased to feature voices of diverse composers, and invite you to join us in this journey.

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TRIADS & SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENNE AGR A M INTENSIV E E A S TER OFFERING Tuesdays, April 6 - 27 | 3:00 PM CT | Zoom

To grow spiritually we must be willing to look at ourselves honestly and truly know ourselves.

Enneagram work helps us to recognize and name our ways of operating in the world, in ways that are both attractive and unattractive. any of our habitual ways of engaging in life are explainable by our Enneagram Triad – Gut, Heart or Head. In this class we’ll use our Triads as the starting point for engaging our spiritual work.

Completion of The Enneagram Journey class is required in order to participate in any Enneagram Intensive offering. For questions and to enroll please contact Mary at mlessmann@saintmichael.org.

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GET CONNECTED! CARE OF CREATION — MY STORY SERIES Led by Elizabeth Lang Sundays, April 11 - May 16 10 AM CT Zoom saintmichael.org/mystory “For the beauty of the earth, for the beauty of the skies . . .”

“Give us a reverence for the earth as your own creation. . ..”

“And God saw that it was good . . . “ Through prayers, hymns, and scripture our worship praises God for the blessing of creation and invites us to care for God’s created order. In this tough time of the pandemic, many people have found solace and peace in nature. In the midst of the wobbling polar vortex that brought suffering to Texas, we noticed our dependence on resources for life and comfort. What is a faithful response to both our love for and fear of nature? This course will bring together wisdom from our Christian tradition and current knowledge to address how we can protect the earth and preserve ourselves and our fellow creatures. We invite people to join in reading and discussing To Serve and Guard the Earth by Beth Botarski as a way to explore faithful responses to our situation. Instead of listening to a lecture, people will be invited to engage in group discussion, which Dr. Elizabeth Lang will facilitate.

For questions, to register, or to receive the book, contact Hannah Fisher, hfisher@saintmichael.org.

YOUTH AT-HOME SUMMER MISSION TRIP June 21-25, Mon-Thu 8:30 a.m- 4:30 p.m. $250 saintmichael.org/youthmissions

PRAYER MINISTRY BOOK STUDY Thursdays 1-1:50 p.m.

Zoom

Who is the Holy Spirit? How can we unleash the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives? The Prayer Ministry Book Study will examine these questions by delving into the Rev. Billy Graham’s insightful book, “The Holy Spirit: Activating God’s Power in Your life.” With prayerful reverence and focused wisdom, Dr. Graham puts an understandable face on this mysterious third Person of the Trinity and reminds us that God’s power is available through the Holy Spirit. Newcomers are welcome to join.

For information, contact Kimberly Colonnetta, kimberly@colonnetta.com.

RECTOR’S BIBLE STUDY Led by Chris Girata Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30 AM CST Streamed live to our webpage, Facebook, Youtube, and via podcast! saintmichael.org/rbs Join Chris for an exciting study of Revelation, one of the most significant apocalyptic books of the Bible. We will consider how this book has been understood (and misunderstood!) throughout Jewish and Christian history, and how it can guide us in our own discipleship today. For questions or to be added to the weekly email list, email Meredith Rose, mrose@saintmichael.org.

AUSTIN STREET CENTER We are in need of small groups to provide breakfast bags for clients at Austin Street Center.

They have transitioned to a 24-hour shelter and need extra support to provide 3 meals a day for residents. Visit our Sign Up Genius to register.

Join us this summer for our awesome At Home Mission Trip. This year we are teaming up with CROSS Missions to serve our city. Space is limited! We will meet at the church each morning at 8:30 a.m. to carpool to our mission sites throughout the city.

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IN-PERSON WORSHIP (LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE) We extend a warm welcome to all those who are attending worship services in person! Here are a few guidelines that will make your time with us safer and more enjoyable.

In-person worship is available every Sunday at 9 AM CT (Traditional) and 11 AM CT (Contemporary).

Reserve 1 ticket per person (up to 5), beginning at 10 AM CT every Monday: saintmichael.org/ worshiptickets. Consecrated wafers are available during the Distribution of Communion at 12:15 p.m.

Although we have returned to in-person worship on most Sunday mornings, we will not have inperson attendance in the morning on March 28 and April 4. However, in-person attendance will be permitted at outdoor services on Palm Sunday afternoon, Easter early morning, and Easter afternoon.

Livestreams and video recordings of our weekly services continue to be the way that most people participate in worship. Visit saintmichael.org/live to tune in.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: While state guidelines may be changing, diocesan guidelines remain the same: •

Masks are required (ages 2+)

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Maintain at least six feet distance from everyone not living in your household

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No shaking hands, hugs, or any physical contact with people outside your household

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No physical passing of the peace (although eye contact and a wave is encouraged)

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No congregational singing (unless outdoors)No passing of the offering plate (you may give as you leave or online at saintmichael.org/give)

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Leave the building immediately after worship ends and socialize outdoors

Sunday services are offered live, streamed, and on-demand, at 9 AM CT, 11 AM CT, and 8 PM CT (online only).

Worship with us online: saintmichael.org/live | Worship with us in-person: saintmichael.org/worshiptickets

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