January 25-February 1, 2018
Living Christ in This World
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THE BANNER
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our new incoming vestry members! Thank you all for your time and talent!
(from left to right)
McKay Mills, Joe Freund, Jane Klamer, Nick Ayling, Tom Horlacher, Linda McCoy
(Jr. Warden),
Holly Brigham, Betsy Douglass
(Sr. Warden)
, Ian Mackey, Lulu Stribling, Jan Jacobi, Ian Hageman, and the Rev. Andrew John Archie
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PREACHING SCHEDULE
January 28 The Rev. Anne Kelsey
February 4 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
February 11 The Rev. Anne Kelsey
February 14
Ash Wednesday
The Rt. Rev. Keith B. Whitmore
February 18 The Rev. Canon Victor L. Austin
New times for Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer are as follows:
Morning Prayer (Monday-Friday) 7:30 AM;
Evening Prayer (Monday-Friday) 5:30 PM; Morning Prayer (Saturday only) 8:30 AM
Evening Prayer (Saturday only) 4:30 PM.
Effective Wednesday, January 31, there will not be a weekly 12:15 PM Holy Eucharist.
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Bishop-in-Residence
We're Looking Forward to a Season
with The Right Reverend Keith Whitmore
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On February 1, we will welcome The Right Reverend Keith Whitmore to The Church of St. Michael & St. George as Bishop in Residence. Bishop Whitmore is the former Assisting Bishop of Atlanta and is the Chaplain of the Association of Anglican Musicians. In addition to his Episcopal duties in Atlanta, he served at the Candler School of Theology at Emory University where he was Distinguished Professor of Anglican Studies. Formerly the Fifth Bishop Diocesan of Eau Claire from 1999-2008, he also served as Dean of the Cathedral in the Diocese of Western Kansas. He is a graduate of Nashotah House Seminary and has conducted workshops on evangelism, parish development, vision and goal setting, and leadership development throughout the country. Bishop Whitmore will be in residence through the season of Lent to assist in liturgical duties and teaching.
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Twenty-six Middle School and High School children are off to Trout Lodge this weekend for a Retreat. Time spent with Fr. Peter and his wife Jess can only be a positive influence in the lives of our youth! Your pledge dollars at work!
Every pledge makes a difference. Pledge cards can be found in the pew and Narthex. Thank you for your pledge.
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THIS SUNDAY
Sunday, January 28
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL BOOK
: John Tyler’s all-new book—
Be Still and Know: Daily Retreats for Lent
—will be available for purchase for $9.99 in the Great Hall this Sunday. This year’s Lenten book is similar to last year’s book that sold out. The book contains a brief, two-page retreat for each day of Lent. All proceeds from the sale of the book will go directly to The St. Michael’s Houses Ministry. Help low-income people find housing as you find a resting place for your soul during Lent.
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RECTOR’S FORUM:
Please join the Rector as he leads a study of the “Old Testament Roots of the Gospel” from 10:30-11 AM in the Taylor Room. Everyone is welcome.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN PARENTS
are invited to visit their child’s Chapel service at 10:20 AM Sunday morning, and watch their class sing a special song!
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL BOOK:
John Tyler’s all-new book—
Be Still and Know: Daily Retreats for Lent 2018
—is available for purchase for $9.99 in the Great Hall today. All sales proceeds will go directly to The St. Michael’s Houses Ministry that helps build affordable housing for low-income families who wouldn’t otherwise be able to own a home.
MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT:
This Sunday, The
Shelter Ministry
will be in our Ministry Spotlight!
Volunteers have been serving breakfast to the residents of Gateway 180 Homeless Shelter for over 25 years. Gateway assists families and individuals in need of emergency shelter. Breakfast is served to upwards of 120 residents every Sunday morning. The ministry includes purchasing supplies, setting up the dining room, preparing and serving breakfast, and cleaning up. Nick Clifford and others will be in the Great Hall after the 9:15 AM liturgy to answer any questions you may have about The Shelter Ministry.
Sharing the Ministry Spotlight is the
Knitting Ministry
. Knitting Ministry Members knit mantles of comfort, baby blankets, and chemo caps. Please join us if you enjoy knitting or if you would like to learn how to knit. Contact Nicki Gillis at
nickigillis@att.net
, 314.863.0407.
PIZZA NIGHT:
Join us for "Make Your Own Pizza Night" Sunday evening at 5 PM in the Great Hall. We will provide the ingredients to make the pizzas, you bring the salads and desserts. While the pizzas are baking, parents may bring wine and beer to enjoy while the children play board games. Try giant Jenga or bring your favorite board game to play with friends.
Families with last names A to M: bring salad or appetizer; N to Z: bring dessert. RSVP - Email Jane Fisher at
jfisher@csmsg.org
.
THANK YOU
chili and soup makers and pie bakers! We had a banner year for pies, the most delicious ever! Your fellow parishioners are very grateful.
THIS WEEK
Friday, January 26
FRIDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY:
Review the Collect and Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday. We meet Friday mornings in the Library from 7:30-8:30 AM following Holy Eucharist at 7 AM in St. Mary’s Chapel.
Monday, January 29
MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
"Mothers of the Messiah" - The arrival of Jesus Christ came as the fulfillment of centuries of preparation and promises God made to Israel. Join us to explore the lives of the foreigners, queens, and other women in Jesus' ancestral line from Eve to Mary. All ladies of the parish are invited to come as you are available from 9-9:45 AM Monday mornings in the Armstrong Room.
Tuesday, January 30
CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE
10:30-11:30 AM: Bible study, "Redemption in the Books of Moses" led by the Rev. Peter Speropulos; 11:30 to Noon: Holy Eucharist, St. Mary’s Chapel; Noon: Lunch, the Great Hall. Lunch costs $7. Reservations are required by Sunday evening, January 28, to Lynne Roney at
lynneroney@sbcglobal.net
or 314.727.7175.
12:30 PM: Candlemas service. Please bring candles from home to be blessed.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday, February 4
SUPER SUNDAY SALE:
Donations of snacks, appetizers, and other treats are needed for this Youth Ministry fundraiser on Sunday, February 4. If you would like to bring a food item, please sign up on the YM webpage.
Sunday, February 4 & 11
NEWCOMER'S CLASS:
All Newcomers are invited to meet in the Sverdrup Room (located off the Great Hall near the piano) after the 9:15 AM liturgy. Laurie will be there on the 4th to answer questions about CSMSG and take you on a tour of the building. Fr. Peter will be available on the 11th to answer questions about the Episcopal Church. Contact Laurie with questions at
Laurie@csmsg.org
or 314.721.1502.
Thursday, February 8
YOUNG ADULTS-SPIRITS AND SPIRITS:
It’s time to get in the “spirit” for our spring semester of S&S! Please mark your calendars for the following dates: Thursday, February 8, March 8, April 12.
What: Happy hour plus. Fr. Peter will be leading us through parts of the book of James whilst we indulge on beverages and snacks.
When: 6-8 PM. Where: Gredell abode @ 7308 Westmoreland, 63130. RSVP: If you can make it to one, or all three, please email Hillary at
Hillary.Gredell@wellsfargo.com
with your RSVP.
Tuesday, February 13
OFF-CAMPUS LECTURE
Values and Leadership Series: The Relevance of Religion for Leadership: How Religious Traditions Can Inform Leadership Values and Approaches
– A free symposium exploring ways in which religious traditions and identities can shape leadership approaches and ethical decision making, with the help of scholars and practitioners with experience in this area. One of our distinguished parishioners, Bob Chapman who is Chairman and CEO at Barry-Wehmiller Inc., and Senator Jack Danforth will participate as panelists….February 13, 6:30-8 PM at Olin Business School, Emerson Auditorium in Knight Hall by The Bauer Leadership Center and the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics.
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM CST
Saturday, February 17
LENTEN QUIET MORNING:
"Friendship: What We Miss and What God Offers" is the title of THE Lenten Quiet Morning. Our guest preacher, The Rev'd Canon Victor Lee Austin, Ph.D., is Theologian-in-Residence for the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas and Church of the Incarnation in Dallas. A priest-scholar, Father Austin's background is in both the parish ministry and the academic world as a former parish rector and college professor. From 2005 to 2016 he was Theologian-in-Residence at Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue in New York City. His book,
Up with Authority: Why We Need Authority to Flourish as Human Beings
, was published by T&T Clark and shortlisted for the 2013 Michael Ramsey prize. His most recent book
, Losing Susan: Brain Disease, the Priest's Wife, and the God Who Gives and Takes Away
, is published by Brazos Books. He blogs at
http://edod.org/diary-of-a-theologian/
and is the father of two and grandfather of five.
Friday, February 23 & Saturday, February 24
WOMEN'S RETREAT
Save The Date
2018 Weekend Women’s Retreat at Mercy Center
"Susan's very real and inspiring example helps lift our hearts from the lesser things that so easily weigh us down and discourage us to set our sights on the greatness of God..."
Kristine Getty, Writer/Artist
We are thrilled to have author Susan Alexander Yates leading this year's Lenten retreat at Mercy Center. Based on Susan's book,
Risky Faith
, she will take us on a journey of renewed understanding and vision to walk in the confidence of a God so much bigger than the challenges we often face. "With
Risky Faith
, you can move from defeat to victory."
Please join the Women of CSMSG for this the 25th Annual Women's Retreat! The Retreat begins at 5 PM on Friday until 9 PM. Saturday 8:30 AM - 5 PM. Registration is online at
www.csmsg.org
.
Sunday, February 25
CHARACTER MATTERS:
Save-the-Date: Sunday, February 25, 2018 – Parent Link presents a parenting seminar on “Character Matters” by Susan Alexander Yates from 11:30 AM-1 PM. A light lunch will be served and childcare will be provided with advance reservation. Register for this seminar online at
www.csmsg.org
in the Parent Link webpage.
Friday, April 13 & Saturday, April 14
THE CSMSG FLOWER GUILD
invites you to a
SPRING WORKSHOP
: On April 13 and 14, the Flower Guild will sponsor a workshop in flower arranging for church arrangements, special events arrangements, and home dinners. Our Guest designer is Alan Gray, owner of Old Vicarage Gardens in East Ruston, UK; Alan designs all the arrangements for the Cathedral in the historic city of Norwich; he also writes about gardens and arrangements in UK journals, and co-presents a weekly radio show. CSMSG parishioners will be given advance invitations by mail, after which invitations will go out to local churches and garden clubs. SEATING IS LIMITED, so don't delay making your reservation! Alan Gray's website:
e-ruston-ldvicaragegardens.co.uk
Sunday, April 29
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NICARAGUA DINNER & AUCTION
on Sunday, April 29 at Deer Creek Club. This is our big fundraiser for the World Service Mission Ministry to Nicaragua. A fun evening and a great cause! Details to follow.
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CHURCH SCHOOL
PRE-KINDERGARTEN PARENTS
are invited to visit their child’s Chapel service at 10:20 AM Sunday morning, and watch their class sing a special song!
PIZZA NIGHT:
Join us for Make Your Own Pizza Night Sunday evening at 5 PM in the Great Hall. We will provide the ingredients to make the pizzas, you bring the salads and desserts. While the pizzas are baking, parents may bring wine and beer to enjoy while the children play board games. Try giant Jenga or bring your favorite board game to play with friends.
Families with last names A to M: bring salad or appetizer; N to Z: bring dessert. RSVP - Email Jane Fisher at
jfisher@csmsg.org
.
Church School e-letter:
Thanks to Amy Zimmerman, the Church School has a new and improved weekly e-letter. If you are not receiving it, please let Amy at
amyz@csmsg.org
or Jane Fisher at
jane@csmsg.org
know.
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PARENT LINK
PARENT LINK WEBPAGE:
Check out our newly-revised Parent Link
home page
listing current articles, books, and resources of interest for Christian parents. "Faithful Generations", our adult SS class for parents and interested adults of all ages, now has its own page where you can find references to the topics and resources discussed in this class. Contact
Marty@csmsg.org
if you would like to review a book for this webpage.
"Talk about everything so that you can talk about anything!” Parents today need all the support the church can give them as they work to raise families in today’s world. Parent Link at CSMSG wants to partner with parents to empower and encourage parents in this journey.
FAITHFUL GENERATIONS ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS:
Join all generations of parents to discuss parenting in faith and encouraging a faithful generation of children. Discuss what’s working, and what worries us with other parents and grandparents. This class meets in the Wydown Meeting Room (just off of the Library) each Sunday from 10:30-11 AM.
CHARACTER MATTERS:
Save-the-Date:
Sunday, February 25, 2018 – Parent Link presents a parenting seminar on “Character Matters: Raising Kids with Values that Last” by Susan Alexander Yates from 11:30 AM-1 PM. A light lunch will be served and childcare will be provided with advance reservation. Register for this seminar online at
www.csmsg.org
in the Parent Link webpage or by calling 314.721.1502.
PARENT LINK REGISTRATION:
All interested adults are asked to sign up to be a part of the CSMSG Parent Link by going to the Parent Link Homepage and
registering
. This will ensure that you receive the most current information about this new ministry for parents of all ages and stages of life!
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YOUTH MINISTRY
DIOCESAN LOCK-IN:
Haven’t you been dreaming of spending the night in the Cathedral?! This is your chance. This annual Lock-in at Christ Church Cathedral will be Friday, February 9, at 7 PM through Saturday, February 10, at 9 AM. Come have some fun, tour the Cathedral, ring the bells, and meet some new Episcopal youth.
Sign up
here ASAP.
WINTER RETREAT:
If you’re registered for the Retreat but haven’t turned in your
Medical Release
and
Overnight Addendum
, please fill them both out and return to Marty or Timothy as soon as you can.
SUPER SUNDAY SALE
Donations of snacks, appetizers, and other treats are needed for this Youth Ministry fundraiser on Sunday, February 4. If you want to donate an item or volunteer at the table that morning sign up
here!
YM LEADERSHIP TEAM MEETING
will be Wednesday, February 7, from 12:30-1:30 PM in the Armstrong Room.
PANCAKE SUPPER:
Student volunteers, join us for Shrove Tuesday festivities! Sign up
here
to bake an egg casserole for this event, prepare or serve food, or to help with set up or games on February 13.
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER CHECK-IN
will be Sunday, February 11, in the Armstrong Room from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION WEEK PLANNING:
MSMW is one of our most powerful programs each summer as students learn the importance of following Christ in the world by loving God and loving our neighbors. We are looking for interested adults to join our planning committee to plan for June 2018. If you’re interested, please email
timothy@csmsg.org
for more information.
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WOMEN'S RETREAT IN FEBRUARY
2018 Weekend Women's Retreat at Mercy Center
Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24, 2018
The Mercy Center
begins Friday at 5 PM and ends Saturday at 5 PM
"Reading
Risky Faith
by Susan Alexander Yates, was like drinking a cup of tea with a wise friend - a sage - and from which I walked away changed by the picture she offered me of God." Sara Hagerty, Author,
Every Bitter Thing Is Sweet
.
We are thrilled to have author Susan Alexander Yates leading this year's Lenten retreat at Mercy Center. Based on Susan's book,
Risky Faith
, she will take us on a journey of renewed understanding and vision to walk in the confidence of a God so much bigger than the challenges we often face. "With
Risky Faith
, you can move from defeat to victory."
Please join the Women of CSMSG for this our 25th Annual Women's Retreat!
The Retreat begins at 5 PM on Friday until 9 PM. Saturday 8:30 AM-5 PM. Registration is online at
www.csmsg.org.
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PASTORAL CARE
Is there someone you haven't seen recently at Church? If you or someone you know is ill or hospitalized, please let us know how we can help. Please call us at 314.721.1502 or contact Debbie at
communications@csmsg.org
or Laurie at
Laurie@csmsg.org
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RECENT TRANSITIONS
Eugenie Armstrong
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ALTAR FLOWERS
Order Sunday Flowers online
here
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WELCOME!
Please review The Church of St. Michael & St. George's weekly
e-newsletter to keep abreast of our events. Visit our
online calendar
for event informatio
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"IN THE LOOP!"
A hearing loop for hearing aid and cochlear implant users has been installed in the main sanctuary. Loop listeners are available for those without a compatible hearing device.
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