SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGEL S EPISCOPAL CHURCH THE T W ENTIE TH SUN DAY AF TER PENTECOS T
OC TOBER 15, 2023
7:30 AM & 5:30 PM SAINT MICHAEL CHAPEL
We’re glad you’re here!
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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.
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While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:
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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.
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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.
Traditional Saint Michael Chapel
Traditional Church Joy! A Children’s Service Saint Michael Chapel
10 AM
Formation for All Ages
11 AM
Traditional Church
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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.
Contemporary Parish Hall
5:30 PM
Traditional Saint Michael Chapel
OUR FOCUS: Build Christian Disciples for a Transformed Community Rob Springer-Kyle 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-kyle@saintmichael.org. The cover reflects the color designated for the liturgical season, which is green during the season after Pentecost.
FROM THE RECTOR The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today! We’d love to get to know you better, so 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. We’ve entered an exciting phase in our church’s life with the launch of our dual capital and annual giving campaigns. Building our Future and Building the Kingdom invite us to give generously to the work of God through Saint Michael, and I hope you’ll join us! Please visit our campaign room in person or our website to learn more. 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. I want to encourage you to come back tonight at 8 p.m. for Choral Compline, a candlelit service that is a true gift as you begin a new week. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!
TODAY AT SAINT MICHAEL 10 Adult Formation
AM Class For Parents: The Rhythms of Our Days I Led by Erin Osborne • Theater The Jesus I Never Knew:
Miracles: Snapshots of the Supernatural Led by the Rev. Christian Basel Saint Michael Chapel The Fifth Gospel:
The Land and the Bible Led by Dr. Tim Smith Coke Room
Young Adult Formation Truth & Relationships II Led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle Room 224
Youth Formation Middle School (6th – 8th)
Green Room | Youth Center
High School (9th – 12th)
Orange Room | Youth Center
Slate of
NOMINATIONS for 2024
Children’s Formation Godly Play Room 203: Ages 3 – 6 Room 205: Ages 6 – 9
Weaving God’s Promises Room 214: PreK – 1st Grade Room 216: 2nd – 3rd Grade
JULIE ALLEN SUSAN BARNICOAT LEE S. HOBSON JAMES CARRY HELEN CHERRY HOLMAN JIM CHAMBERS PHILIP RITTER ZOE HART STUART SIKES ANDY SMITH
DAVID HOPSON CHRIS McCLUNG
What’s in the Bible? With Buck Denver
Room 213: Ages 4th – 5th Grade
AMANDA HARRIS
This slate has been ratified by the Vestry and will be voted upon at the Annual Meeting on October 22 at 10:00 a.m.
Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in rooms 14 and 16. For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/fall23.
The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost 7:30 am Holy Eucharist Rite I The service begins on page 323 of the red Book of Common Prayer (BCP).
The Word of God The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing)
BCP 323
The Summary of the Law
BCP 324
Gloria in excelsis (spoken by all)
BCP 324
The Collect of the Day
see page 3
The First Lesson Isaiah 25:1-9 (seated)
see page 3
Psalm 23
see page 4
The Second Lesson Philippians 4:1-9
see page 4
The Gospel (standing)
see page 5
Gospeler
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.
People
Glory be to thee, O Lord.
Matthew 22:1-14 Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People 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.
Praise be to thee, O Christ.
The Sermon (seated)
The Reverend Christian Basel
The Nicene Creed (standing, spoken by all)
BCP 326
The Prayers of the People: Form I
BCP 383
Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling, spoken by all)
BCP 331
The Peace (standing)
BCP 332
The Holy Communion The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer II (standing)
BCP 340
The Lord’s Prayer
BCP 336
The Breaking of the Bread
BCP 337
The Post-Communion Prayer (standing, spoken by all)
BCP 339
The Blessing The Dismissal
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BCP 339
The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost 5:30 pm Holy Eucharist Rite II The service begins on page 355 of the red Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Hymns are found in the blue hymnal.
The Word of God Prelude “Rejoice, ye pure in heart!” Marion (sung by all) Hymn 556, v. 1-3 The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing) BCP 355 Gloria in excelsis (spoken by all) BCP 356 The Collect of the Day see page 3 The Lesson Philippians 4:1-9 (seated) see page 4 Psalm 23 see page 4 The Gospel (standing) see page 5 Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Matthew 22:1-14 Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon (seated) The Reverend Christian Basel The Nicene Creed (standing, spoken by all) BCP 358 The Prayers of the People: Form VI BCP 392 Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling, spoken by all) BCP 360 The Peace (standing) BCP 360
The Holy Communion “Christ, whose glory fills the skies” Ratisbon (sung by all) Hymn 7 “Praise God, from whom” Old 100th (sung by all) Hymn 380, v. 3 The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer B (standing) BCP 367 Sanctus and Benedictus: Schubert Hymn S 130 The Lord’s Prayer BCP 364 The Breaking of the Bread BCP 364 “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life” The Call (sung by all) Hymn 487 The Post-Communion Prayer (standing, spoken by all) BCP 365 The Blessing The Dismissal BCP 366 “Christ is made the sure foundation” Westminster Abbey (sung by all) Hymn 518, v. 1-2, 4 Postlude
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.
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Parish Prayers of the People as of October 5, 2023 Rami Angirw Kathryn Anschutz M‘lou Bancroft Worth Barham Barbara Hart Bell Marla Briggle Lauren Brown Sydney Brown Sarah Grace Britt Kelly Chancelor Thomas Connolly Michael Curry Katy Davis Richard DeKnock Jay DiNucci Mary Jo Forbes Dick Frazar Vicki Goodrich Michael Gratkowski Jody Guenther Josh Hight Rachel Lawrence Jack Levens Christine McDonough Shelly Mathis Bob Marshall Pat Meir Diego Moreno Edgar Nace Keith Nix Cookie Owen Bob Paddock Clara Pettit Rosemary Richards Robin Robinson Melinda Rodgers Melinda Rodgers Debbie Ryan Malcolm Scott Edward Sheppard Rene Somodevilla Michael Sour Byrd Teague Valerie Guenther Unger Bill Wesson Tony Wilks Catherine Carr Worley
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The Collect of the Day: 7:30 AM Lord, we pray thee that thy grace may always precede and follow us, and make us continually to be given to all good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The Collect of the Day: 5:30 PM Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The First Lesson Isaiah 25:1-9 O LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you, I will praise your name; for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of old, faithful and sure. For you have made the city a heap, the fortified city a ruin; the palace of aliens is a city no more, it will never be rebuilt. Therefore strong peoples will glorify you; cities of ruthless nations will fear you. For you have been a refuge to the poor, a refuge to the needy in their distress, a shelter from the rainstorm and a shade from the heat. When the blast of the ruthless was like a winter rainstorm, the noise of aliens like heat in a dry place, you subdued the heat with the shade of clouds; the song of the ruthless was stilled. On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wines, of rich food filled with marrow, of well-aged wines strained clear. And he will destroy on this mountain the shroud that is cast over all peoples, the sheet that is spread over all nations; he will swallow up death forever. Then the Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from all faces, and the disgrace of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the LORD has spoken. It will be said on that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, so that he might save us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; * I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures * and leads me beside still waters. He revives my soul * and guides me along right pathways for his Name's sake. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil; * for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You spread a table before me in the presence of those who trouble me; * you have anointed my head with oil, and my cup is running over. Surely your goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, * and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. The Second Lesson Philippians 4:1-9 My brothers and sisters, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, my beloved. I urge Euodia and I urge Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you also, my loyal companion, help these women, for they have struggled beside me in the work of the gospel, together with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life. Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you. Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
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The Gospel Matthew 22:1-14 Once more Jesus spoke to the people in parables, saying: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding banquet for his son. He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come. Again he sent other slaves, saying, ‘Tell those who have been invited: Look, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready; come to the wedding banquet.’ But they made light of it and went away, one to his farm, another to his business, while the rest seized his slaves, mistreated them, and killed them. The king was enraged. He sent his troops, destroyed those murderers, and burned their city. Then he said to his slaves, ‘The wedding is ready, but those invited were not worthy. Go therefore into the main streets, and invite everyone you find to the wedding banquet.’ Those slaves went out into the streets and gathered all whom they found, both good and bad; so the wedding hall was filled with guests. But when the king came in to see the guests, he noticed a man there who was not wearing a wedding robe, and he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding robe?’ And he was speechless. Then the king said to the attendants, ‘Bind him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ For many are called, but few are chosen.”
Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. The preceding 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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BUILDING our FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
This is a unique time in Saint Michael’s history—a time that urges us to act boldly! We are pleased to launch Building our Future, a historic capital campaign focused in three parts: LDING I Uniting our Community, Reinvigorating our Campus, and Investing in Education. We U B are making a big investment in our community, in our campus, and in our impact in the city and the world. Join us as we prepare Saint Michael to make an even greater impact in the future, extending the love of Christ to all.
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Exceeding this goal will allow us to repair the beautiful stained glass windows in the Church, add a meditation garden adjacent to our exterior columbaria, elevate audio visual capabilities, and address increased construction costs.
WAYS TO GIVE Caroline Moore
Director of Advancement For further information, contact Caroline Moore at cmoore@saintmichael.org or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.
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Annual Giving Campaign Giving to our annual stewardship campaign, Building the Kingdom, is an essential practice that supports Saint Michael’s shared mission and ministry, including our growing staff, campus, and programs. While essential to our operations, giving annually is an incredibly important spiritual discipline. An annual gift represents our stewardship of the time, talents, and treasures that God gives freely to each one of us. Giving back to God’s work through Saint Michael is a sign of gratitude and a key part of deepening our discipleship identity. It’s our turn to invest in our future. As you evaluate your annual stewardship gift, we also ask you to please join us in Building our Future.
JOIN US!
Martha Hellman Bogdon, Director of Stewardship mbogdon@saintmichael.org | 214.692.3015 For further information, contact Martha Hellman Bogdon or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.
BUILDING our FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Saint Michael would like to thank the following members* of our community for their support of the Capital Campaign:
Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta
Margaret & Wade Goodrich
Kelly Compton & DeWitt McCarter
Lillian & Gregory Greene
Claudia & Brian Conard
Jane & Greg Greene
Bert Conly
Louise & Guy Griffeth Family
Judy & Eric Conner
Whitney & Jay Grogan
Squeaky & Paul Connolly
Diana & Andrew Grosso
Lynn & Bob Abbott
Paulyne & Herbert Brewer
Bruce & Carter Conway
The Hafner Family
Mary Abrams
Marla & Tony Briggle
Harriet & Ralph Cousins
Margaret & Barry Hancock
Lydia & Bill Addy
Adele Broughton
Betsy & Bennett Cullum
Zoé & Todd Hart
Julie & Mike Allen
Virginia H. Brown
Mason & Allen Custard
Susan & Ralph Hawkins
Chris & Paul Anderson
Victoria & Stuart Brown
Maria & Richard D’Antoni
Liz & Jeff Helfrich
Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian
Julie & Chuck Butterworth
Lynn & Peter Dauterman
Joannie & Chuck Hensley
The Liz & Bill Armstrong Family
Jaime & Mike Buzzard
Rita & Dick Davis
Robin & Scott Hinkle
Margaret Badgett
Janice & Ashburn Bywaters
Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison
Ann & Lee Hobson Family
Mary & George Baldwin
Shannon Wilson Callewart
Maureen & Robert Decherd
Sylvia & Michael Hood
Hong & Jim Bass
Lynne & Bob Campbell
Elaine & Dennis Disney
Mary Louise & David Hopson
The Beck Family
Edna & Mark Cannata
Tiffany & Kyle Dixon
Ann & Frank Houseman
Emily & Baxter Billingsley
Judy Canon
Mary Adair & Dee Dockery
Wells & Matthew Housson
Monique & Tom Black
Peggy A. Carr
Julie & Steven Eggers
Elizabeth & Todd Howard
Kathleen & Robert Blair
Cissy & Plack Carr
John Ellerman
Bitsy & Matt Hudnall
Laura & Dan Boeckman
Melissa & James Carry
Bettina Ernst
Bea & Walt Humann
Allison & Chris Bovard
Cindy & Jay Carter
Sarah & Tom Fenton
Mary Jalonick
Dianna & Tom Bowen
Becky & Mike Casey
Wendy Finley
Jane & Pat Jenevein
Beverly & Bruce Bowman
Margaret Cervin
Netra & Ty Fitzgerald
Kathy & Patrick Jenevein
Kathy & David Boyett
Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut
Debbie & David Fosdick
Libby & Bob Johnson
Callie & Kyle Bradford
Amy & Robert Clark
Hayley & Carter Fournier
Kate Juett
Rachel & Ken Brannon
Gail & Bob Clark
Kathryn & Jim Francis
Richelle & Justin Kerber
Gretchen & Reiner Brasch
Nita & Cullum Clark
Dale & Dare Gillette
Jim Kerr
David Brewer
Garland & Mike Cohlmia
Nicole & Chris Girata
Eugenia & Frank-Paul King
Melanie Brewer
Jean & George Coleman
Carol & Mark Goglia
Marion & Philip Kistler
The Kneipper Family
Carolyn & Hoddy Peck
Sally & Scott Shafer
Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld
Patty & Randy Kob
Courtney & Price Peeler
Sara, Michael, & Stephen Shanley
Sue & Jay Wagley
Mersine & Steve Ladik
Holly & Carlos Peña
Brenda & Van Sheets
Cathy & Denton Walker
Elizabeth & John Lang
Katherine & Bob Penn
Betty & Rob Shiels
Kathy & Gary Wall
LeAnne & Bob Langholz
Cassie Pericak
Jeanie & Stuart Sikes
Kathleen & Jay Wallace
Mary Ann & Allen Lassiter
Heidi & Tim Perry
Allison & Heinz Simon
Mary & Matt Waller
Charles Lathem
Nancy Perot & Rod Jones
Linda & Ellis Skinner
Barbara & Roy Washburn
Kathleen & Frank Lauinger
Noralyn & Greg Pickens
Nancy & Jim Skochdopole
Mary Ann & Keller Webster
Ben Leal & Cesar Reyna
Patricia Plettner
Ann & Lee Slaton
Hudson Weichsel
Mary & Russ Lessmann
Sallie Plummer
Anne & Randolph Slaughter
Sarah & Russell Weinberg
Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb
Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch
Bliss & Pelham Smith
CiCi & Giffen Weinmann
Pam & Tom Luce
Sandra & Rick Porter
Charlie & Jim Smith
The Wiggins Family
Gail & Bill Madden
Pat & Claude Prestidge
Kim & Jim Snyder
Mrs. Robert E. (Nancy) Wilbur
Stacey & Ken Malcolmson
Dianne & Hervey Priddy
Margaret & Jaime Spellings
Eve & Blake Wiley
Ted Manikas
Perkins-Prothro Foundation
Mary & Arnold Spencer
Karen & Jim Wiley
Charlene & Tom Marsh
Deena & Barry Pryor
Joan Stansbury Family
Caroline & Tony Wilks
Family Foundation
The Beth & J. Puckett Family
Tina & Dan Stansbury
Kathleen & Taylor Wilson
Maria & David Martin
Mary Stewart & Jim Ramsey
John Bergner & Chuck Stewart
Kelly & John Wilson
Tom McConnell
Ann Ratelle & Lee Slaton
Tricia & Tom Stewart
Kristi & Scott Wilson
Linda & John McFarland
Kelly & Michael Reddell
Caroline Summers
Sherry & Robert Wilson
Reggie & John McFarland
Katherine & Eric Reeves
Lauren & Stephen Swann
Nancy S. Wilson
Sharon & Bill McGannon
Jeff & Darrel Rice
Susan TaCito
Carol Windham
Suzanne & Patrick McGee
Phil Ritter
Laura & Paul Talbot
Carolyn Wittenbraker
Shirley & Bill McIntyre
Debby & Robin Robinson
Sally & Ross Taylor
Sudie & Gordon Worsham
Megan & Casey McManemin
Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau
Madalyn Teal
Laura Worsham
Caroline & Doug Moore
Ginger Sager
Donna Tenney
Lucy Wrubel
Christi & Cory Morrow
Erica & Charlie Sartain
Michelle & Stewart Thomas
Sheryl & Phil Wylie
Tori & Ross Mulford, Jr.
Mary Elizabeth & Grady Schleier
Tignor Thompson
Kathy & John Yeaman
Diana & Geoffrey Newton
Sally & Chris Schupp
Lee & David Thompson
Anonymous Donors (3)
Elizabeth Norwood
Erin Osborne & Vic Schmerbeck
Ali & Justin Treaster
Anne & Blair Oden
Linda & Les Secrest
The Fallon & Robie Vaughn Family
Becky & Ron Odlozil
Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp
The Venetos Family
*as of 10/4/2023
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Veterans Day
WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL
Clothing Collection
Art and Spirituality
Sponsored by the Men of Saint Michael WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25
Collecting Visual and Decorative Arts: Behind the Scenes at Christie’s
11:30 AM | Parish Hall Capera Ryan
Deputy Chairman of Christie’s Americas
SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/WOSM2024
Many of the men and women who have served in the United States armed forces have struggled to make ends meet after their active duty, and now is a chance to support those we honor and respect for defending our country. Join the Men of Saint Michael in supporting homeless veterans in Dallas by donating new: • Adult-sized t-shirts • Knit winter caps and scarves • Gloves and hand warmers • Tube socks Collection Dates: October 16 – November 12 Questions? Contact: David Cowling: davidcowling0100@gmail.com Don McCoy: dmccoy@dgm247.com
University of North Texas
FA N TA S M I
distribution
at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
October 26
Packing Team: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Distribution Team: 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. at Foster Elementary School, 3700 Clover Lane, Dallas, 75220
October 29, 2023 | 7 PM in the Church SaintMichael.org/Fantasmi “Energetic to the point of breaking” –Neulengbach Nön “Intoxicating” –Passauer Neue Presse
Come join this lively team that gathers at Stephen C. Foster Elementary School to pack bags of fresh produce that will be distributed to the families of students at the school. For more information, please contact David Boldrick dbboldrick@yahoo.com.
GIVE
Your generous gift helps our ministries thrive! Scan the QR Code to see your giving options or visit our website at SaintMichael.org/Give.
Saturday, October 28
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | West Parking Lot Wear Your Costume • Tent-or-Treat Cooking Demo by The BakerMama Games • Station 27 Fire Truck All Your Favorite Market Vendors & Fun for the Whole Family!
Choral Compline October 15 | February 4
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8 p.m. | Church
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Coat Drive
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Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Adults
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ADULT FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES Sundays at 10 a.m.
“The Jesus I Never Knew” by Philip Yancey Now – November 19 | Saint Michael Chapel Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon In this study, you’ll gain a new and deeper perspective on Jesus’ ministry and teachings. Come meet Jesus again with new eyes! Class For Parents: “The Tech-Wise Family” Now – November 12 | Theater Making conscientious choices about technology in our families is more than internet filters and determining screen time limits for children. It’s about developing wisdom, character, and courage in how we use digital media rather than accepting technology’s promises of ease, instant gratification, and the world’s knowledge at our fingertips. The Fifth Gospel: “The Land and the Bible” Sundays, Now – November 19 Led by the Dr. Tim Smith In this class, you will be introduced to the land of the Bible, how it influences the text and the life and faith of those in God’s story and be equipped to see those influences as you read and seek to understand Scripture.
PRIME TIMERS LUNCHEON Thursday, November 2 10:30 a.m. | Coke Activities Room
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is capturing all the Headlines everywhere. Come meet with us to hear an engineer from SMU’s Department of Computer Science TRY to correct some misinformation, introduce the bright future and accomplishments, and possibly scare the beegeebees out of us! All are invited! Reservations required, includes lunch. For questions and to register ($12), please contact Bonita Frederick at 214.728.6400.
VETERANS DAY SERVICES
5:30 p.m. Service | Church 6:30 – 8 p.m. Reception | Garden Cloister Bring your friends and neighbors and join us in saying “thank you” to our veterans for their incredible service with Guest Preacher the Right Rev. James B. Magness.
AGING AND FULFILLING OUR SPIRITUAL PURPOSE: FINISHING WELL Led by Chick Deegan and Mary Ann Webster 10 a.m. – Noon | Now – December 7 | Parlor
Carol Osborne writes, “Admittedly, establishing and maintaining both a hopeful and realistic vision of the aging process...challenges the best of us.” Aging provides the opportunity to redefine who we are in this season of life. We will explore how to thrive with purpose, and leave a legacy that reflects our God-given gifts. Using Bible verses, quotes from wise elders, and poetry, our time together will include discussion, reflection, and sharing. For more info, please contact Chick Deegan at deeganchicke@aol.com.
P.T. CRUISERS VISIT THE KIMBALL Thursday, October 19 Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. | South Entrance RSVP by Sunday, October 15
We will go visit an old friend—the Kimball Art Museum in Fort Worth. Lunch will be at Ginger Brown’s. For reservations, please call Bonita Frederick at 214-728-6440.
Children
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NATIVITY PAGEANT AUDITIONS
October 15 (Today) & Sunday, October 22 12:30 – 2 p.m. | Theatre Calling all 3rd-8th graders! Sign up to audition for this year’s Nativity pageant and be a part of a wonderful tradition here at Saint Michael to share the story of Jesus’ birth with everyone! All those who audition will receive a part. Scan the QR code to sign up for a time slot! *Children ages 3 – 2nd grade will be able to sign up to participate in late November.
JOY SERVICE RECITAL SERIES
Monthly, beginning October 2 9 a.m. Joy Service | Saint Michael Chapel Does your child take music lessons? Would they like to share their gift with our Joy Service by playing one of their pieces? Beginning October 2, we will have a once-a-month “recital” where we’d love for them to be a part of our music offering at Joy. They will share the piano/violin/vocal piece, etc. they are working on during the Offertory! If your child would be interested, please email our Director of Contemporary Music, Justin Brooks at jbrooks@saintmichael.org.
Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Mission & Outreach
For more information on these opportunies or other ways to serve, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle, Associate for Mission and Outreach, at rhinkle@saintmichael.org. A full listing of Mission and Outreach opportunities can be found at saintmichael.org/outreach.
JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER
917 Bank Street, Dallas, TX 75223 For information on the opportunities listed below, please reach out to Katelynn Morris at kmorris@jubileecenter.org or at 214-887-1364 x 252. Ju-BOO-lee Saturday, October 21 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Jubilee Park Come help Jubilee celebrate Halloween with trick or treating, haunted houses, tons of candy and even more fun! Scan to sign up online. Food Pantry Mondays | 9:30 a.m. – Noon Come help receive our weekly shipment and stock the shelves of the Jubilee Food Pantry! Wednesdays | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 12 – 3 p.m. The Jubilee Pantry is open for shopping! Volunteers will help guide shoppers through the pantry and bag items. On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, shifts take place from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., 12 – 3 p.m., and 3 – 6 p.m.
AMISTAD BOLIVIA MISSION TRIPS: ADULTS AND YOUTH Information meeting with Chris King: Executive Director of Amistad Sunday, October 29 | 10 a.m. | Parlor
The Amistad Adult Mission Team will travel to Bolivia January 30th through February 7. The team will spend a week at Amistad sharing friendship with the children and youth of Amistad. The team will then take a side trip to the famous Bolivian Salt Flats. The Rev. Robin Hinkle and the Saint Michael Youth Minister Sam Moore will be leading the 2024 Amistad Youth Mission Team July 29 through August 8. The last few days of the trip will be spent in fellowship while exploring Sao Paulo Brazil. For more information contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle rhinkle@saintmichael.org.
COME CELEBRATE COLLABORATION: HONDURAS THREADS SECOND ANNUAL 20X20 EXHIBITION October 19 | 6 – 9 p.m. Craighead Green Gallery 1011 Dragon St, Dallas, TX 75207
All the original black-and-white drawings by the artists will be available to bid on in a silent auction to benefit Honduras Threads starting October 14. The work will be exhibited at the gallery October 19 – 21. Scan the code to learn more and/or RSVP.
FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRIGHTER BITES DISTRIBUTION October 26, November 9 & 30, and December 14 12:45 – 2 p.m. Packing Team Stephen C. Foster Elementary School 3700 Clover Lane, Dallas, 75220 Join this lively team that gathers at Stephen C. Foster Elementary School to pack bags of fresh produce that will be distributed to the families of students at the school. For more information contact David Boldrick dbboldrick@yahoo.com.
Pastoral Care
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GRACEFUL HEALING: NAVIGATING GRIEF WITH HOPE
Led by the Rev. Christian Basel Wednesdays, Now – October 18 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. Youth Center Room 226 (Orange Room) Loss touches all of us in different ways, but you do not have to walk this journey alone. Graceful Healing is a six-week grief and support ministry at Saint Michael for those who are experiencing a loss of any kind. Through a combination of scriptural reflection, personal experiences, and meaningful discussion, we will build an encouraging and uplifting community together and explore how faith offers us hope in the most difficult of times. Contact the Rev. Christian Basel, cbasel@saintmichael.org, to RSVP or with any questions.
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