Parent Link: Empowering Parents to Build Christian Families
August 29, 2019
Prayer for the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ.  Amen ( BCP #46, p. 829)
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Potluck Invitation
from the Smith family

Will you come join our family for a potluck lunch, at our home on Saturday, September 7th? We'd love to gather with friends old and new, as we launch into a new season with one another at the Church of St. Michael and St. George. Also, come ready to play...basketball, badminton, croquet, beer frisbee anyone???

We'll provide assorted sandwiches, and we invite you to bring a side dish to share. 

With anticipation,
Sarah, Daniel, Ezra, Agnes, Isaiah, Nathan, Ezekiel, Gabriel and Claire

Saturday September 7th
From 11 till 1
933 Couch Lane
Kirkwood, MO 63122

RSVP to marty@csmsg.org
CSMSG GRANDPARENTS OF PARENT LINK

The Grandparents of Parent Link met on Sunday, August 18, to say our prayers and share our stories. The stories were mostly about summertime fun: delighting in the round-the-clock presence of grandchildren at the family summer home; helping to send a grandson off on his first overnight camp adventure; keeping in touch with a granddaughter at camp then receiving from her a wonderful, long letter rich in details about camp life. And one grandmother told about a family tradition she has established of hosting a “Back-to-School” luncheon for her four grandchildren, to celebrate their step up to the next grade level. 

Also, Mary Beth Tipton, Director of Children’s Education, shared plans for holding Grandparents Sunday in the Church School on September 15. Grandparents and grandchildren will attend Church School classes and chapel together, and there will be activities and a light breakfast in the Taylor Room.  

The Grandparents of Parent Link will next meet on Sunday, September 15, from 11:00 to 11:45 in the Wydown Meeting Room.  All are welcome, including non-grandparents who serve like grandparents in nurturing the spiritual lives of children. For more information about his group, please contact Bruce Springer, Barb Smith, Tim Smith, or Pam Koprowski.
Parent Link Steering Committee
If you have any questions or ideas for Parent Link, feel free to contact a member of our Parent Link Steering Committee to share your thoughts!

Parent Link Steering Committee: Will and Lucky Springer, Caroline Springer, Terese Portell, Kim Whittle, Marya Strand, Jeri Lynn Palmer; Janet Peterson, Pam Koprowski; Barb & Tim Smith; Bruce Springer.
The Way of Love
Bishop Michael Curry

All women are invited to join the Monday Morning Women's Bible Study which is studying The Way of Love series which will include podcasts from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.  The Way of Love is a way of life. More than a program, it is a return to the ancient pathways and Rules of Life that followers of Jesus have observed for centuries. The deep roots of the Christian tradition offer a spiritual path toward deeper relationship with God, neighbor, and self. For centuries, monastic communities have shaped their lives around rhythms and disciplines for following Jesus together. Such a pattern is known as a “rule of life.”

When we commit to turn, learn, pray, worship, bless, go, and rest, we are engaging in and growing a rule of life. We will begin each Bible Study with a podcast from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, as he teaches us how we can use The Way of Love to train up our spirits, just like athletes train their bodies. Please join us for this 9 week series! For more information on The Way of Love , click HERE .

 Mindful Moms of 18 - 25 year old adults 

All mothers of young adults are invited to gather for fellowship at Gretchen Barry's home on Thursday, September 5th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm . We will pray for our young adults and share our creative & innovative ideas  (Wink!)  for supporting our kids  (and each other!)  as they strive towards adult lives. Please join us for an evening of inspiration and laughter. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. RSVP by text or email to Jeri Lynn Palmer (314-862-0661) or Janet Peterson ( roglizpeterson@gmail.com )

"All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the PEACE of your children" 

Isaiah 54:13
Save-the-Date: Parent Link Kickoff
Understanding Yourself As A Parent
Sunday, September 22
6:30 - 8:00 pm

Join the Parent Link to hear Brian Kuhn talk about the Enneagram and Family Relationships. Brian will offer an introduction to the Enneagram and how its discovery of self can be a key to developing a more meaningful relationship with your child. We will take a look at the power of this fantastic tool and discuss how it can point us to areas of strength and challenge as parents. We will also begin a powerful journey of faithful self-discovery for yourself and your child. 
Register HERE for event and childcare please.
You Are Invited!
We want you to join Realm! Watch your email for an invitation to join Realm, our church management software. So far parents in Preschool I, Preschool II, PreKindergarten, and Kindergarten should have received email invitations. Joining takes just a few simple steps:

  • Open the invitation. If you do not find the invitation in your email inbox, please check your spam folders. Click on the link to create your profile.
  • Go to the Directory, find your profile, click on Manage Privacy and opt in to share your contact information (phone, email, address) with other members.
  • Download the Realm Connect app on your smart phone or tablet. The app provides easy access to your profile, church directory, upcoming events, and more.

Joining Realm will give you access to information about our church, including upcoming events, member directory, giving information, and much more. It also allows us to communicate with parishioners more effectively. Parents with children in first, second, third, fourth, and fifth grades should expect to receive an invitation in the upcoming weeks. Please take a few minutes to create your profile today. If you have any issues creating a profile, please contact  Marty Chapman  or  Laurie Brown .
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Volunteer Opportunities:

INTERGENERATIONAL SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES AT CSMSG
- Volunteers Needed Cooking Breakfast
Volunteers are needed to cook breakfast at Gateway 180 Shelter. It's a great way for the whole family to serve our community! Click HERE Shelter Sign Up Genius to sign up to volunteer on a Sunday morning.
-Hunger Ministry Saturday Sandwich Making  - 3rd Saturday of every month; Join volunteers of all ages to make sandwiches to donate to Gateway 180 Homeless Shelter. Contact Allison Wiedle to volunteer, or just show up!
-Youth Ministry - There are many ways to serve by volunteering with the YM. Contact Marty Chapman at Marty Chapman i f you are interested to discuss options.