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October 14, 2022

Fall Fest & Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, October 15

Back Lawn & Plaza

2:00 - 5:00 PM


Returning this year is our giant

pumpkin patch where you can buy

your very own pumpkin and carve it right away! Pumpkins are $5 each, and are from Long Neck Pumpkin Farm here in the Springs! We will have an assortment of fall snacks and refreshments, activities, music, and fun for the whole family (and bring a friend). No reservations required. All are welcome! CLICK HERE if you are interested in volunteering at this event! 

Holy Envy Book Discussion

This Sunday, October 16

In the Sanctuary, 9:15 - 10:10 AM


Join the Rev. Matt Holcombe as he covers the many books Barbara Brown Taylor has written, including her most recent book Holy Envy. Join us in-person or watch online by visiting our website for the viewing links: www.stmikeschurch.com. 

Parent Sunday School

with David Galvin

This Sunday, October 16

9:15 - 10:10 AM

Meet in the Chapel


Join us for our second Parent Sunday School in October! David Galvan will be leading a session on Mental Health for Parents. David is a registered Mental Health First Aid trainer and has led multiple mental health trainings at St. Mike's for adults and for our teens. Parent Sunday School is an opportunity for parents with children in the house to come together and deepen their faith through relationship, conversation, and learning.

"About St. Mike's"

Newcomer Class

This Sunday, October 16

9:15 AM 


Newcomers are welcome to join us for part two of our Let's Get Connected classes. Please meet between services in the small group conference room downstairs to learn more about St. Michael's history, our community, and to tour the campus. You do not have to attend classes in order. All are welcome. No RSVP required.

Newcomer Lunch

This Sunday, October 16

12:00 PM


New to St. Michael’s in the past six months? You are invited to lunch with the clergy, staff, and other newcomers. Please let Linda know if you are planning to come at linda@stmikeschurch.com

Gloves, Hats, & Scarves Donation Drive

October 16 & 23


Each year St. Michael's Outreach Committee collects new hats, mittens, scarves and ear warmers for those in need in the Pike's Peak area. We deliver these items to schools in D-20, D-11, and Harrison D-2. We will collect items on Sunday, October 16 and 23. Please bring your donated items to the Gathering Space, and we will happily distribute them. We are also in need of delivery drivers. If you can help with that, please call or email Marianne Jenkins at 719-661-2953, marianneljenkins@gmail.com.

Barbara Brown Taylor

Sunday, October 23

8:00 & 10:30 AM Preaching

9:15 AM Sunday Forum


New York Times best-selling author, teacher, and Episcopal priest, Barbara Brown Taylor, will be at St. Michael's on October 23. She will be preaching at both the 8:00 & 10:30 AM services and joining The Rev. Matt Holcombe at 9:15 AM for a conversation about faith, hope, and living with purpose. The 9:15 AM Speakers Forum and 10:30 AM service will be live-streamed. Viewing links will be available at www.stmikeschurch.com. Save the date! Overflow seating will be available in St. Mary's Hall. 

Worship this Sunday, October 16

Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost


8:00 AM Holy Eucharist In-person


9:15 AM Education for All Ages

Sunday Forum: Holy Envy Book Discussion

Watch on YouTube or watch on Facebook

- Parents Class with David Galvin in Chapel

- "Let's Get Connected" in Downstairs Conf. Room


10:30 AM Holy Eucharist In-person & Online

     Watch on YouTube or watch on Facebook

*The service will be livestreamed


Coffee Hour in St. Mary's Hall after the service. 

Nursery is open from 7:45 - 11:45 AM

Sunday Bulletin: www.stmikeschurch.com

October Worship Volunteer Sign Up

Click on the blue box above to be directed to our online sign up for ushers, greeters, lay readers, acolytes, and more! Thank you in advance.

2023 Stewardship


Pledge cards can be returned on or before November 13 to the church front desk, Sunday offertory plate, mailed to the church, or filled out online. As you pray about the gifts you've received and how you can share your gifts with your spiritual home, visit our Stewardship Webpage to learn more.

Pledge Online or visit the Stewardship Webpage

Book Discussion & Dessert

Holy Envy by Barbara Brown Taylor

Wednesday, October 19

6:00 - 7:00 PM in St. Mary's Hall


Join the Rev. Matt Holcombe for a delicious conversation focused on Barbara Brown Taylor's Holy Envy. Bring a dessert to share and we will provide the coffee. No registration required and bring a friend. Read chapters 9-12 if possible but reading not required. Questions? Email matt@stmikeschurch.com.

Organ Dedication Recital

Saturday, October 22

7:00 PM


Daniel Foster will be presenting a concert to dedicate our new Opus II organ control system. Works by Felix Mendelssohn, JS Bach and César Franck. Reception to follow. No RSVP.

Youth Corn Maze!

Saturday, October 22

5:00 - 9:00 PM

Diana's Giant Corn Maze


Middle & High Schoolers are invited to spend the evening at "Diana's Giant Corn Maze." We will bring flashlights and walkie talkies and navigate the giant "Jurassic Farm" themed corn maze in groups! Cost for this event is $20 which includes admission to the corn maze, activities such as the hay slide & climbing rope, as well as dinner too! Parents will drop off their youth at St. Mike's at 5:00 PM and pick them up at 9:00 PM. CLICK HERE to sign-up!

Trunk-or-Treat

Saturday, October 29

SAVE THE DATE

5:00 - 6:00 PM - Set-up Trunks

6:00 - 7:30 PM - Trunk-or-Treat


Come join us for a fun Fall evening! Show off your decorating skills by creating an awesome trunk display, or just come for the fun, games, and of course the candy! This event is open to all... so bring your friends!

CLICK HERE to sign up to decorate your car, or attend the event!

Snack Collection for Troops

Sunday, October 23


St. Michael's members have a long history of involvement with the Armed Forces. We are excited to welcome home 4-10 CAV, and to send care packages to others who are serving abroad currently. To do this, we are asking for donations of individually wrapped snacks to create snack bags for each solider. Suggestions: goldfish, Pringles, pretzels crackers, Cheetos, Oreos, granola bars, m&ms, fruit snacks, etc. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated!

All Saints Service

Tuesday, November 1

12:00 PM


Each year we honor those who have gone before us to be with God. At the start of the service on October 30, and at our All Saints Service on November 1 at 12:00 PM, we will read the names of those remembered by St. Michael's. Please submit names by CLICKING HERE by October 26.

Even though many saints of the church are remembered throughout the calendar year, All Saints provides a dedicated day to call to memory those saints who have led the way before us. We honor the example of their lives and deaths and rejoice in the continued communion with them through membership and participation in the body of Christ.

New Items Available!


Have you seen the new St. Michael's merchandise available for sale in the Gathering Space? Stop by this Sunday. Cash, check, or credit card accepted. These are the prefect gifts for yourself or that special someone. Stickers $1, Journal $10, Mug $15, Water Bottle $15, and God's love - priceless. 

Fall Orchestra Concert

"As Foretold"

November 20, 4:00 PM 

St. Michael's Episcopal Church


Back by popular demand, the Philharmonic returns for an encore performance of last year’s sold-out performance of “As Foretold”, an Oratorio for Chorus, Orchestra, Organ and Soloists. Additional chorus members include singers from Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Colorado Springs and the Cadet Choir from The United States Air Force Academy. Soloists Katherine Adam-Johnson, Amalia Dobbins, Nick Bailey and James Sena reprise their solo performances in this unique scripture presentation of texts dating from 2700 B.C. CLICK HERE to learn more and purchase tickets before they sell out.

This week at a glance... (All blue links are clickable)


Friday, October 14 - Diocesan Convention

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, October 15 - Diocesan Convention

9:00 AM - Daughters of the King in St. Mary's

10:30 AM - St. Clare's Guild in Chapel

1:00 PM - Jim Lew Celebration of Life

2:00 PM - Fall Festival on Plaza


Sunday, October 16

7:45 AM - 11:45 AM - Nursery Open

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist In-person

9:15 AM - Education For All -

  • Sunday Forum In-person & Online
  • Watch on YouTube : Facebook
  • Parent Class in Chapel
  • Let's Get Connected Newcomer Class (downstairs)

10:30 AM - Holy Eucharist In-person with Children's Chapel & Online

12:00 PM - Newcomer Luncheon


Monday, October 17

9:00 AM - Laundry Love

9:00 AM - Thrift House Board Meeting in St. Mary's

10:30 AM - Lectio Divina in Prayer Room


Tuesday, October 18

8:00 AM - Mindfulness 101

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meeting in St. Mary's

3:30 PM - Girl Scouts

5:30 PM - The Space Between Us

6:30 PM - Boy Scouts

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, October 19

12:00 PM - Healing Service & Eucharist in Chapel

12:30 PM - Wednesday Bible Study in Chapel

1:00 PM - The Spirituality of Aging in High School Room

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer

5:30 PM - Middle School Youth Group

6:00 PM - Holy EnvyBook Study and Dessert

7:00 PM - High School Youth Group


Thursday, October 20

5:30 PM - Cub Scouts in St. Andrew's

6:00 PM - Virtual Celtic Spirituality Group

6:30 PM - Vestry Meeting in St. Mary's

6:30 PM - Regular Choir Rehearsal

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, October 21

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

1:00 PM - Friday Women's Book Group

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, October 22

8:00 AM - Men's Fellowship

10:00 AM - Ray Miller Memorial Service

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group

5:00 PM - Youth Haunted Corn Maze

7:00 PM - Dedication, Recital, & Reception of New Organ

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Birthdays This Week:


October 17 - Danielle Lett

October 18 - Christine Hudson

October 18 - Monona Beck

October 20 - Cole Wiedey

October 20 - Tyler Trevillian


Anniversaries:


October 18 - Alex & Kate Davenport

October 19 - Katherine & Shawn Brennan

October 19 - Heather & Michael Torrey

October 21 - Sue & Tom Neill

October 22 - Amalia & Patrick Dobbins

October 22 - Jan & Roger Hill

St. Michael's Episcopal Church
7400 Tudor Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Office Telephone: 719-598-3244
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