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Weekly eNews

July 7, 2023

Celebration of Ministry

Today, July 7, 6:00 PM


This evening will be a bittersweet one as we gather to honor and thank The Rev. Angela Lerena for her time at St. Michael's and wish her family blessings in their journey ahead. We will begin with a Celebration of Ministry & Farewell Evensong service at 6:00 PM that will be followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. A box will be present for any cards or well wishes you may want to bring for them. We hope you can join us for this special time!

Backpack Bash 3.0

Donation Drive


Help us meet our goal of collecting at least 50 backpacks filled with supplies for students in elementary through high school. Pick up a flyer in the Gathering Space this Sunday or CLICK HERE to print/download the supply list. To skip the store and buy online through Amazon, CLICK HERE. Donations can be dropped off on Sundays or during the week, Mondays -Thursdays, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in the bins in the Gathering Space. The deadline is July 30 to allow time for the donations to be sorted and distributed to the charities prior to the start of the school year.

Vespers in the Garden

This Thursday, July 13, 7:00 PM


We hope you can take a mid-summer pause to gather in the beautiful gardens at St. Michael's for a time of reflection and thanksgiving this Thursday, July 13, at 7:00 PM for Vespers. There will be a short prayer service followed by intentional time for fellowship with one another as we enjoy lovely desserts and wine together. CLICK HERE to let us know you are coming. Questions? Contact our Newcomer Coordinator, Linda Kean at linda@stmikeschurch.com.

It's Time to Get Involved!

As you think about how you may be called to further participate in ministry at St. Michael's in the program year ahead, please prayerfully consider attending one or more of these upcoming informative sessions:


Handbell Choir "Show and Tell", July 9

This Sunday, July 9 after both the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM services, our handbell leader, Mary Dee Weigel, will do a little "Show and Tell" in the Gathering Space to demonstrate just how straightforward bell ringing is. Please contact Mary Dee at jmandmdweigel@aol.com with any questions.


Lay Reader Training, July 16, 9:15 AM

Are you currently a Lay Reader or interested in being part of this vital ministry? On Sunday, July 16 at 9:15, you are invited to join our new lay reader coordinator, KayC Mast, in the Sanctuary to receive training and ensure you feel equipped and comfortable. Please contact KayC at kayc.mast2@gmail.com with any questions.


Daughters of the King (DOK), July 27, 6:00 PM

The mission of the Daughters of the King (DOK) is the extension of Christ's Kingdom through Prayer, Service, and Evangelism. On Thursday, July 27 at 6:00 PM in the downstairs Chapel, the DOK is holding a “no commitment” information session about the group and how its members support our St. Michael's community. Light refreshments will be served. For questions, please contact Regina Winters at rhwinters@gmail.com.


Acolytes & Donuts, August 20, 9:15 AM

Acolytes enhance the beauty, solemnity, and pageantry of our worship experience. All ages are invited to participate, and faith formation is strengthened through these intergenerational relationships Our new acolyte leaders, Elena Zarecky and Sarah Wettemann, are eager to expand St. Mike's acolyte program, and they hope you will join them for donuts and information sharing on Sunday, August 20 at 9:15 in the Sanctuary. Questions? Contact Elena at elena.zarecky@gmail.com or Sarah at sarah.kay.wettemann@gmail.com.

July & August Archangel

Check Your Mailboxes!


Due to the holiday and a system outage at our mail center, the Archangel mailing was a bit delayed. BUT the July & August edition is now on its way and should be hitting your mailboxes any day. Please be on the lookout for this publication chock full of valuable information as well as fabulous pictures from within and beyond our walls!

This Sunday, July 9

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Nursery Care Available for Children 5 and under 10:15 - 12:00 PM.

Join us for coffee hour and fellowship after each service.

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist

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- Worship Bulletin

Worship Volunteers Needed

Can you be an usher, greeter, lay reader, or help with coffee hour?

Click below to sign up today & thank you!

July & August Volunteer Sign Up

Widows Support Group

Saturday, July 15, 11:30 AM


As a part of pastoral care, St. Michael's has a Widows Group that meets monthly. Dates and times vary, but the group's next get-together will be on Saturday, July 15 at 11:30 AM at the Red Lobster off Powers (3510 New Center Point). If you plan to attend, please email Mary Dee Weigel at jmandmdweigel@aol.com so she will have an accurate count.

Purple Tea Party

Friday, July 28, 2:30 - 4:30 PM


Mark your calendars to join us on Friday, July 28 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM for this special event focusing on dementia awareness. All are welcome, wear purple, and enjoy a lovely high tea. As a part of this, we will be honoring a beloved member of our St. Michael's community. Watch next week's eNews for RSVP information, and email jennie@stmikeschurch.com with any questions.

Creative Arts Festival

Share Your Gifts


You are invited to participate in St. Michael's first ever Creative Arts Festival on August 13 after both the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM services. Display the fruits of your creative endeavors on a table and share with those who visit you how these activities impact and enrich your prayer life, spiritual practices, and relationship with God. If you have children who are creative, they are most welcome to join you and share how God is in their activities as well. To participate or to learn more, CLICK HERE.

Summer Yoga & Lunch 

Resumes Tuesday, July 11

Yoga 11:15 AM / Lunch 12:00


Tuesday summer yoga and lunch will resume this Tuesday, July 11 with yoga at 11:15 AM in the Multi-Purpose Room followed by a "bring your own" community lunch. No RSVP is required, and all levels are welcome.

Summer Choir

(This & every Sunday)

10:30 AM Service


The Summer Choir will be singing during this Sunday's 10:30 AM service, and anyone interested should meet in the sanctuary at 9:45 AM for a brief rehearsal. Questions? Contact Amalia at amalia@stmikeschurch.com.

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


Friday, July 7

10:30 AM - Internment Ronald Arms

6:00 PM - The Rev. Angela Lerena's Celebration of Ministry

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, July 8

10:00 AM - Sangre de Cristo Regional Confirmation Offsite


Sunday, July 9

10:15AM - 12:00 PM Nursery is Open for children 5 and under.

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist

9:00 AM - Coffee Hour

10:30 AM - Holy Eucharist

11:45 AM - Coffee Hour


Monday, July 10

9:00 AM - Laundry Love Offsite

6:00 PM - Outreach Meeting in Parish Hall


Tuesday, July 11

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meeting

11:15 AM - Yoga in Multi-Purpose Room

12:00 PM - Community Lunch Outside

4:00 PM - SMASH Event Offsite

6:30 PM - Boy Scouts Meeting in Various Rooms

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, July 12

12:00 PM - Healing Service and Eucharist in Chapel

12:30 PM - Bible Study in Chapel

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer

3:00 PM - Saint John's Bible Think Tank in Chapel

6:00 PM - Woodmen Valley Fire Mitigation in Gathering Space

7:00 PM - Virtual Pilgrimage Bible Study


Thursday, July 13

7:00 PM - Vespers in the Garden/Plaza

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, July 14

1:00 PM - Friday Book Group in Prayer Room

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, July 15

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

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group in Chapel

2:00 PM - Des Shorland Funeral

Birthdays This Week:


July 9 - Greg Jones

July 9 - Jan McLaughlin

July 10 - Eillene Wiley

July 11 - Edwina Burdekin

July 11 - Nichole Fleischmann

July 11 - Joan Hankins

July 12 - Chuck Stubbs

July 13 - Julianne Howland

July 14 - Evelyn Gorsuch

July 14 - Robin Watson

July 15 - Samantha Kulbitski

July 15 - Carol Rivers


Anniversaries This Week:


July 10 - Corey Kidwell & Denise Notzon

July 12 - Ann & Bill Tillman

July 12 - Liz & Toby Valko

July 12 - Chesley & Michael Varnet

July 12 - Catherine & Shane Warren

July 14 - Emily & Sean Cabrera

July 14 - Jeffrey & Karen Darrow

July 15 - Katie & Kyle Trevillian



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

Office Telephone: 719-598-3244
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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