Living Christ in this World
January 29-February 5, 2021
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Join the Rt. Rev. Deon Johnson, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri, for a Town Hall via Zoom on Wednesday, February 3, at 7 PM. This hourlong event for The Church of St. Michael & St. George will feature Bishop Deon Johnson and Canon Doris Westfall. Parishioners are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and share opinions. Zoom links and passwords were emailed to all parishioners on Monday, January 25 and will be sent again on Wednesday, February 3, prior to the meeting.
The original version of the CSMSG parish e-news had the incorrect image for Canon Doris Westfall. Please accept our apologies.
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SUNDAY WORSHIP at 8 AM, 9 AM and 10 AM this Sunday, January 31, will be held outdoors on the Wydown Playground. In response to the Bishop's request, indoor services are suspended. Those attending should park along Wydown Boulevard.
Registration is required for all services online using the links below, at www.csmsg.org, or by calling 314.721.1502. Registration online closes at 11 PM Saturday and registration by phone closes at 5 PM Friday. All attendees are required to wear masks.
For those unable to join us in person, online worship is available on Sunday at 10 AM at www.csmsg.org.
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COMMUNION PICKUP
Parishioners unable to attend in-person Sunday worship may pick up a Home Communion packet for at-home distribution. The wafers will be consecrated at the 10 AM Sunday service and processed out by the priest who will be distributing the packets. The Holy Communion pickup will be from 11 to 11:15 AM on Sundays at the sidewalk near the Ellenwood entrance. Registration is required by the Thursday night prior at midnight.
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COFFEE HOUR continues via Zoom on Sundays at 11 AM. Please join us from home after enjoying outdoor or online worship. Check your inbox for the invitation with the Zoom link emailed to the parish each Sunday morning.
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Visit our website for this week's schedule of services and events.
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STEWARDSHIP UPDATE
Thank you to Carl and Frankie Eichenberger for their lead gift to fund the installation of a video production and streaming system for the main church. Technical production systems for a worship environment must be designed to perform reliably and include interfaces that allow for volunteer friendly operation. The system at CSMSG includes video production and streaming systems and wireless microphone antenna extension. This project strengthens our efforts to provide online services and resources to our parishioners and the greater community.
We are grateful for this continued stewardship momentum as we strive to improve our church building and expand our efforts to welcome and minister to our parishioners and to our community for generations to come. Thanks again to Carl and Frankie Eichenberger for investing in our Church with this generous donation and ensuring that we are faithful to our mission to “live Christ’s life into the world.”
If you are interested in joining the Eichenbergers in financing this project or learning about other projects that require funding, please contact Alexis Azar Posnanski, Director of Stewardship and Giving, at aposnanski@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502, ext. 4044.
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EPISCOPAL CHRISTIANS CONFIRMATION CLASS
Episcopal Christians, CSMSG's four-week confirmation preparation class led by Fr. Peter Speropulos, will be held on Wednesdays in March from 7 to 7:45 PM via Zoom. The class begins March 10 and concludes March 31.
Are you interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church and the way of life it offers? Whether you are considering joining the Church or want a refresher course, join us as we learn more about the faith, worship, practices, and governance of the Episcopal Church as well as the traditions, programs, and fellowship that The Church of St. Michael & St. George offers.
Confirmation is for those previously baptized but not confirmed in any tradition or previously confirmed in another tradition that is not Anglican, Roman Catholic, or Eastern Orthodox. Individuals who have been confirmed in the Roman Catholic or Eastern Orthodox faiths are welcome to attend the class and may choose to be Received into the Episcopal Church. If you have not been baptized, we are happy to have a conversation about baptism with you. Confirmation and Reception into the Anglican Communion for adults will take place in the spring.
Email Laurie Brown at laurie@csmsg.org by March 1 to register for the class or for more details.
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RACIAL RECONCILIATION QUIET MORNING The newly designated Ministry of Racial Reconciliation is pleased to announce that Bishop Deon Johnson will lead CSMSG's first Racial Reconciliation Quiet Morning on Saturday, February 6 from 9 to 11 AM via Zoom. Please join us as Bishop Deon reflects on living more deeply into our Baptismal covenant to seek and serve Christ in all persons.
Working toward racial reconciliation is a profoundly spiritual undertaking distinct from any and all political orientation. Although each of us is unique in our awareness of and experience with racial division, we are all inextricably part of our national story. Whatever our personal histories might be, coming together in prayer and reflection for racial reconciliation opens the way for closer reconciliation with our Lord and Savior. Use the link below to register for Racial Reconciliation Quiet Morning.
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EDUCATIONAL EQUITY MINISTRY Our baptismal covenant asks us: Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
Answering yes to this question, The Church of St. Michael & St. George is forming an Educational Equity Ministry to help address the lack of access to education among some populations of St. Louis. Initially, the ministry will partner with Sumner High School in North St. Louis City, the first African American high school west of the Mississippi. To learn more about this new ministry and how you can get involved, attend an informational meeting on Sunday, January 31, at 3 PM via Zoom. For a Zoom invitation or for more information, contact Mary Ann Cook at jvcradiology@att.net or 314.726.5860.
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COVID UPDATE The State of Missouri announced plans to expand Covid vaccinations to individuals included in Phase 1B, Tier 2 which includes individuals over the age of 65. Visit the State of Missouri vaccine website at www.covidvaccine.mo.gov for more information. Check the registration links below to see if your area is scheduling Phase 1B, Tier 2 vaccinations:
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FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Keep up with the latest news from CSMSG and see pictures from our outdoor services and events by following us on Facebook. Like and share our posts.
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THE LORD'S PRAYER CURRICULUM
Children's Ministry is on week four of a six-week curriculum from Illustrated Ministry that is a verse-by-verse study of the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6:9b-13. Each component is an invitation to experience this popular prayer through art, reflection, and discussion.
The Lord's Prayer Curriculum packets are available for pickup at any Sunday outdoor worship service at The Church of St. Michael & St. George. You also may request delivery of a packet or arrange for pickup other than Sundays by contacting Mary Beth Tipton at mtipton@csmsg.org or 314- 721-1502 ext. 4033.
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Sunday School on Instagram Live – Join Kyle and Jess on Sundays at 11:15 AM as we walk through the Book of Acts. You can find us @csmsgyouthministry on Instagram.
Youth Group on Zoom Youth Group is back and we are excited to see you Sunday, January 31, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. Get ready for games, the wheel of destiny, and compline.
High School Small Groups – High school small groups continue weekly. This semester we walk through the Book of Ruth. There are three opportunities for small groups this year:
- Guys Small Group - Wednesdays at 7:30 PM (in person)
- Girls Small Group - Tuesdays at 4:15 PM (Zoom)
- Girls Small Group - Wednesdays at 4:00 PM (in person)
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FAITHFUL GENERATIONS - Christ and Culture Registration remains open for this seven-week course taught by The Rev. Peter Speropulos. The class meets via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Please read Holy, the Firm by Annie Dillard in preparation. Register for Christ and Culture
How Covid is Affecting College Students: In Their Own Words In this episode of Dr. Tim Jordan's podcast, Raising Daughers, three college students describe the social, emotional, and academic effects of Covid on their college experience and share how they are coping. How Covid is Affecting College Students
THURSDAY MORNING PLAYGROUP Parents of newborns to preschoolers are invited to meet online over a cup of coffee. The next gathering will be Thursday, February 4 at 10:30 AM via Zoom. Email Marty Chapman at marty@csmsg.org to receive a Zoom invitation.
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CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE All ladies of the church are invited to Bible study via Zoom on Tuesday, February 2 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Bible study continues weekly on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM.
The next CSL meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, with a discussion of the book Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters by Jennifer Chiaverini presented by Alison Wiedle. The Lenten Series presented by John Tyler begins February 23. Register by emailing Sandra Vuitel at sandravuitel@gmail.com by February 19. Login details will be emailed to all registered participants prior to each of Mr. Tyler's presentations. Zoom ID and password for CSL meetings are provided Sunday prior to the meeting by email. To be added to the CSL email list, contact Sandra Vuitel at sandravuitel@gmail.com or 314.300.8858.
FAITH IN ACTION
CSMSG offers a variety of ways to help those in need in our community, especially during this crisis. Various organizations are in need of donations of food, masks, and other items. Visit our website to learn how you can help: Help Hunger Ministry
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COVID PROTOCOLS
If after attending a service at The Church of St. Michael & St. George or entering the premises you start to exhibit symptoms of COVID-19, we request that you inform us, get tested as soon as possible, and notify us of the result so that we may take the necessary action. When you are waiting for your test results, we ask that you worship with us online. If you unfortunately test positive we ask that you worship with us online until you are cleared by a physician. For more details visit our website: Covid Protocols
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SATURDAY YOGA CLASS
Parishioner Michelle Gurrola Burks teaches a free, 55-minute yoga class on Saturdays at 12:00 PM. If you are a new participant, email Laurie at laurie@csmsg.org for the Zoom invitation.
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ISOLATION MEMORY BOX
Please consider providing a COVID-19 memory to the CSMSG pandemic isolation memory box. Families are encouraged to contribute a photo and short message to capture an experience from this unusual time. Isolation Memory Box Details
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FORWARD DAY BY DAY
The Forward Day by Day daily devotion for disciples booklets are now available. Please email your mailing address to Laurie Brown at laurie@csmsg.org if you would like a booklet sent to you. The Forward Day by Day daily devotions also are available online.
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