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Welcome!
Radically Open to God
The SMC Mission is to
Love God, Love Others, and
Serve
the World.
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Join Us for Worship
SUNDAY
7:45 am
Holy Eucharist
9-9:30 am
Children's Family Service
10:15 am
Choral Eucharist
6 pm
Contemporary Eucharist
Healing Service
7 am
Holy Eucharist
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Your Vestry Members
Treasurer
Craig Maughan
Secretary
Andrew Cole
Mike Farina
Eric James
Toni Jennings
Stephanie Higgins
Edye McNickle
Linda Midkiff
Katie Terry
Meggen Wilson
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Contact Us
Associate Minister
of Pastoral Care
Ashleigh Gonzalez
Submissions for the E-Messenger should be emailed to the Church Administrator by Tuesday at 5 pm for that week's edition. The E-Messenger is distributed every Thursday.
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Reflections from Fr. Rick
It's hard to believe, but Lent is here. I love the season of Lent, because it is a season of being invited by God in a deeply personal way to "Come back to me, with all of your heart."
Our first step is to show-up
. Lent is not a time for self-punishment, but one of reflection and repentance which leads to refreshment, joy, and renewal. It's like an annual spiritual check-up. As part of Christ's one, holy, catholic (universal), and apostolic church, Christians have been observing Lent for centuries.
The ultimate purpose of Lent is to strengthen our spiritual lives and draw us closer to our Lord.
It is a season of preparation leading up to Easter and holds the possibilities for real change in your life. It is the forty days plus the six Sundays before Easter. For centuries, it has been observed as a special time of self
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examination and penitence; a time for concentration on fundamental values and priorities and to deepen our lives in God. You are encouraged to allow yourself to "show-up" and "enter- in" to this sacred season.
- BEGINNING WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 21 we begin our Lenten series. First, we'll meet in Quigley Hall with a potluck dinner at 6 -6:45 pm followed by our teaching series in the church beginning at 6:50, LIFE: BETWEEN THE OIL AND THE ASHES. We'll have a brief reflection, pray, and share communion.
- LENTEN BIBLE CHALLENGE: Together, St. Michael's is being challenged to read the Gospel of Mark during Lent. I've prepared a schedule of readings, about 15 verses per day for your prayer and reflection.
It is my deepest desire and prayer for you to know in the depths of your being the One whose love, mercy, and forgiveness knows no limits and to discover your identity and purpose in His love, for this is the life for which we were created. May we settle for nothing less.
A blessed Lent to all,
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Wednesday Evening Lenten Program Starts Feb. 21
"Life Between the Oil and the Ashes
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Begins Wednesday, Feb. 21 and continues each Wednesday through March 21.
We'll begin with a community potluck supper at 6 pm in Quigley Hall.
For more information or to sign up to help, please contact Edye McNickle [email protected]
At 6:45 pm we will retreat to the church for reflection with Fr. Rick, silence, contemplation and communion. We'll conclude the evening by 7:40 pm.
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Outreach Corner -- Bring Socks to Church!
February Outreach Focus - Heat the Feet
St. Michael's is again collecting socks for the homeless and those in need. Please bring clean, new socks -- any size, for men, women, boys or girls, to the church throughout February for donation.
How We Serve -- Coffee Hour Sharing
Each Sunday in February we have invited a partner organization to come to our Coffee Hour and present updates and opportunities for St. Michael's. These organizations all play vital roles in our community -- this is how we are the hands and feet of Christ in Orlando!
JOIN US This Sunday, Feb. 18, during Coffee Hour
Upcoming Coffee Hour Sharing:
February 18 - The Gathering
February 25 - Community Resource Network
March 4 - Christian Service Center
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Godspell - Broadway at St. Michael's! Buy Your Tickets Now
Fri/Sat, March 2/3 - 7:30 pm
Sun, March 4 - 2 pm
Go to the Baggy Pants Theatre site at
GODSPELL TIX to purchase your tickets online!
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40 Days With Mark's Gospel
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Feed My Lambs Bags Available on Sunday
It's the 3rd Sunday of the month, and that means our Feed My Lambs bags will be available in the Narthex! Please take a bag, fill it with the items on the list inside, and return it to the church this week.
Our food donations fill the vital pantries at Lake Silver Elementary and Edgewater High Schools.
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Are We Cruella De Vil?
That was the challenge given by visiting priest The Rev. Mike Michie who gave a rousing and inspiring sermon on Sunday. Rev. Michie is a priest serving under Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.
To hear this or any other Sunday sermon, visit our website and click on the link on the Home Page!
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Transportation Pastoral Care Needs Drivers
This thoughtful and generous committee provides transportation to members unable to drive.
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Lenten Morning Prayer
Monday - Thursday
7 am in the Chapel
Morning Prayer will be led by members of St. Michael's, Monday through Thursday in the Chapel at 7 am. The Eucharist will continue to be celebrated each week on Friday at 7 am. If you would like to participate in leading Lenten
Morning Prayer, sign-up sheets are available in the Chapel.
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Lenten Meditations - Grab one on Sunday in the Narthex!
We are happy to have copies of Episcopal Relief & Development's 2018 Lenten Meditations available in the narthex. ERD collaborates with local church and ecumenical partners around the world on long-term strategies for Early Childhood Development. This year the meditations explore how children inform our spirituality and what we can learn from their spiritual lives.
It is our hope that these Lenten meditations will deepen your faith in the risen Christ and strengthen your connection to our neighbors and partners around the world. As we consider Jesus' life of healing and sacrifice during this Lenten season, please reflect on your faith and how you might take action in responding to a hurting world.
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Scout Sunday
St. Michael's Cub Scout Pack 207 & Boy Scout Troop 200.
Fr. Rick commissions and blesses the Scout leaders last Sunday.
You might have seen the Scouts from Pack 207 and Troop 200 gathering out front, processing behind the cross or even assisting with the 10:15 service last Sunday.
Scout Sunday is a national event that celebrates the connection between Scouting and the BSA's faith-based chartered partners.
Paul Layton, Troop 200 Scoutmaster, said
Troop 200 will award its 200
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Eagle Scout rank in March. Cub Scout Nikiolay Marquette received the Parvuli Dei (Catholic Duty to God award). After the service, Scouting was celebrated with cake and a slide show of the boy's events in Quigley Hall.
Duty to God is a fundamental principle of Scouting and is part of both the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. Cub Scouts must complete a Duty to God adventure each year to earn their rank.
Thank you, St Michael's, for sponsoring Troop 200 and Pack 207 since 1960! During that time, you have allowed hundreds of boys to meet at our facilities and appreciate the love of St Michael's.
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Women after Hours
St. Michael's women are invited to participate in the monthly fellowship dinner of Women After Hours. This group used to meet as Women in Business, but as the lines blurred over time between business and fellowship, we decided to open the group to all women in the parish. We meet on the 4
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Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm, usually at Dubsdread. We enjoy a 1.5-2 hour dinner of fellowship, sharing and conversation. It's not uncommon for someone to come late and skip the meal; conversely, one could also leave early. There's been some discussion about a group project, but none have coalesced yet, and that's not mandatory for this group. We've been enjoying spending time together in an informal setting. Contact Ann Redmond at
[email protected]
to be added to the monthly distribution list. We hope to see you soon!
Next meeting date: February 26
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SMC Men's Camping Retreat March 2-4
*Inaugural SMC Men's camping trip. Friday evening, March 2 returning Sunday Morning, March 4.
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Lenten Programs Begin February 21
Every Wednesday night during Lent, St.Michael's will offer programs for all ages. The evenings will start with dinner in Quigley Hall beginning at 6 pm and the Lenten programs at 6:45 pm.
Here is what is being offered for the children!
The
Nursery will be open for birth - 3 years old. The nursery is located downstairs in Rowe Hall, Room 103.
First Communion Instruction will be offered for 2nd - 5th graders. This class is for children and their parents to attend together. The children will celebrate their First Communion on Easter Day. First Communion Instruction will meet in the Club 412 room located in Fordham Hall.
Camp Sonshine (ages 3 and potty trained through Kindergarten) will learn about the Armor of God and create their own armor. Camp Sonshine is located upstairs in Rowe Hall, Room 202.
Camp R.O.C.K. (1st - 3rd grade) will also learn about the Armor of God and create their own armor. Camp R.O.C.K is located upstairs in Rowe Hall, Room 205.
Club 412 (4th and 5th grade) will join the youth program in the youth room. The youth room is located in Fordham Hall.
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| Father Daughter Dance - Thank you!
We had such a special time at the Father/Daughter Dance Friday night. Thank you to everyone who made this night a memorable one!
The amazing St. Michael's Flower Guild gave all their time and talents to make corsages and boutonnières for our Daddy/Daughter Dance. All the proceeds covered the cost of the DJ. The flowers were so beautiful and we can't thank you enough!
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VBS Planning Dinner
February 22, 6 pm in the Conference Room
Join us for dinner and drinks as we reveal all the exciting things we have in store for VBS. This is a chance for you share your ideas and to see opportunities on how to get involved with this community event! Our VBS serves 100 children every year. It takes a lot of planning and around 45-50 volunteers the week of the event.
Click here to RSVP so we can plan for dinner. We hope to see you there!
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Club 412
Feb. 25 After the 10:15 Service
We will leave right after the 10:15 service (around 11:45 am) to head up to Rebounderz. The cost is $15 and includes admission and pizza.
Click here to RSVP by February 23.
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.
Psalm 127:3
Children's Ministry Director Tiffany Stieger
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Youth & Young Adults
Sunday, Feb. 18
5:30 - 7 pm
EYC is scheduled for this coming Sunday for all middle & high school students.
We are currently learning how to pray with the Scriptures as a community in order to listen to the voice of the God who breathed them into existence and become more attentive to His presence among us.
Wednesday evenings during Lent will accompany
dinner at 6 pm in Quigley Hall followed by a program for all middle & high school students in the Youth Room at 6:45 pm. The 4th and 5th graders will be joining the youth during Lent as well.
In this series we will be learning how to "Notice God" in our everyday lives.
Acting Director of Youth Ministries Deacon Greg Favazza
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Lent Begins
Be sure to check out the Music & Scripture link below...listen to the music we'll be using as we live into this season of self-reflection, prayer, and creating opportunities for a "closer walk with God."
Godspell -- 3 Weeks and Counting!
Get Your Tickets Online
It's time to buy your tickets! Visit the Baggy Pants Theatre site to buy online.
Director of Music Ministries Andrew Walker
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PRAYERS
Alex, Ann M.,
Ann R., Andrea, Arel,
Barbara, Benny, Beth, Bill
B.
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Bill C., Bill H.,
Bill M
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, Blake, Bo, Brayden, Dave, Deana, Dinorah, Doris, Edgerton, Elbert, Emily, Eva, Frances, Francis, Gail, George, Happy, Jenny, Joann, John, Jordan, Joy, Judy, Kathy, Kendal, Kristy, Mary, Marci, Martin, Raymond, Resa, Rufino, Scott, Terry, Walter
BIRTHDAYS
Maughan 15: Trish Duncan 16: Marion Arnheim, Greg Favazza, Elena Newbold, Elliot Rapp 18: Mallory Cook, Mary Lu Nelson 19: Nancy Chapman, Jason Farina 20: Lori Demro, James Hulbert, Nick Walker 22: Andrew McPherson, Michael Mosher, Beth Rohrer, Dan Tracy
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Reminder:
Prayer list names will rotate off after a three month period unless we are made aware that an individual needs to remain on the list.
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