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November 11, 2022

Celebration Sunday

This Sunday!


Bring your pledge cards to church this Sunday, if you have not already made a commitment to supporting our mission and ministries in 2023. To make a pledge online CLICK HERE. This Sunday after Communion we will offer our Gifts to God and blessed the commitments we have made to support our spiritual home.

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"Let's Celebrate"

Sunday Forum 9:15 AM

This Sunday, Nov. 13


We have so much to celebrate as a community - especially you! Join The Rev. Matt Holcombe in the church between services as we celebrate the many ways the Spirit is moving you and St. Michael's.

A prayer for Veterans Day


Almighty God, You know every veteran by name. You know their deeds, their hard work, and their perseverance. You know their needs, both material and spiritual. Please draw each one closer to you and grant them all the peace that passes understanding, the peace of Christ to rule in their hearts, and the knowledge of your love and grace. Amen.

*At the end of both Sunday services we will honor all who have served.

Bratvember

This Saturday, Nov. 12

6:00 - 8:00 PM


The BBQ Ministry is hosting a new event, and ALL are welcome! Join us on Saturday, November 12 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM for delicious brats with all the fixins. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly by CLICKING HERE.

Thanksgiving Donations Due this Sunday!

Gift Cards & Thanksgiving Meal Items Needed


Can you help us fill our donation basket with food and gift cards for those in need in our community? Gift Cards for local supermarkets (in any amount) will be accepted. Thanksgiving Meal Items needed: 8–15-pound turkey, Potatoes (raw or instant), Stuffing mix, Sweet potatoes (raw or canned), Cranberry sauce, Canned vegetables, Dinner rolls, Dessert item, and Gravy. To print the shopping list CLICK HERE to view the shopping list.

2022 Light Festival

Volunteers Needed


November Build Team Volunteers CLICK HERE 

December Event Volunteers CLICK HERE


Last year we welcomed over 3,200 guests to our campus to enjoy 75,000 lights and our radical hospitality. This year we have several new displays and 100,000 lights. Build days start Friday, November 11 and will continue through November on Fridays and Saturdays, and any other day where there is good weather! We also need many hands on deck to help with hospitality and concessions in December. Questions, contact the church office or a member of the staff.

Winter Concert

"As Foretold"

Nov. 20, 4:00 PM 


CLICK HERE to purchase tickets for the November 20, 4:00 PM performance at St. Michael's Episcopal Church. The Royal Gorge 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 and the Cadet Choir from The United States Air Force Academy. CLICK HERE for Childcare which is available for kids 12 and under. Ticket purchase required.

Worship this Sunday, November 13

Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist In-person


9:15 AM Education for All Ages

Sunday Forum: Celebration Sunday

Watch on YouTube or watch on Facebook


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

November 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.

40s & 50s Dinner

"The Inbetweeners"

Friday, Nov. 18

6:00 - 8:00 PM 


Are you in your 40s or 50s? If so, you meet the requirements for St. Michale's new Fellowship Group, The Inbetweeners. Join the Rev. Matt Holcombe at his home for dinner, drinks, and a time of fellowship. CLICK HERE to RSVP. Dress casual. Questions? Email matt@stmikeschurch.com.

Sistine Chapel Exhibition

S.M.A.S.H. Event

November 18, 10:30 AM


Attention Seniors: We have secured 26 tickets to the opening day of this exhibit in Denver on Friday, November 18 at 10:30AM. Experience this art from an up-close, life-sized and never-before seen perspective.Cost per ticket is $25 payable to St. Michael’s. CLICK HERE to register. Space is limited to 26 individuals. Questions email diane@stmikeschurch.com or call the church office 719-598-3244. 

People Who Read

November 16, 6:00 - 7:30 PM


The People Who Read (formerly “The Women Who Read”) is back!! After a six month hiatus, we are excited to reconvene in November with co-ed, in-person meetings each month. We will meet on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Book selections will alternate between fiction & non-fiction, with a different host each month. Hosts may invite the group to their home, or may use St. Mary’s hall in the church. All are welcome! You may bring a dish or beverage to share. November’s meeting will be hosted by Carolyn Braley at 19820 Draco Dr. Monument 80132. Please RSVP to Carolyn at: JandCBraley@gmail.com Our book will be: Homer’s Odyssey: A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I Learned about Love and Life with a Blind Wonder Cat.

Thanksgiving Dinner

Thursday, November 24

2:00 - 4:00 PM


Will you be alone for Thanksgiving or not close enough for family to travel? You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving with your St. Michael's family. We will have a festive Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner at 2:00 PM on Thanksgiving Day. CLICK HERE to RSVP and sign up to bring a dish to share with others. Need a ride? Invite a friend to drive you and join us! Questions? Email linda@stmikeschurch.com

Waiting...

An Advent Retreat

Saturday, December 3

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM



At the onset of the frenetic Christmas season, come to experience the Holy Presence of Christ. There will be opportunities to enjoy art, meditative prayer, physical movement, walking in nature, walking the labyrinth, and more. All will be in a spirit of quietness and respite from the onset of activities associated with the Christmas season. $15 includes materials and lunch. CLICK HERE to register today. Hosted by The Well. Questions? Email joanne@stmikeschurch.com or visit www.stmikeschurch.com/thewell

Christmas Pageant

Sunday, December 18

During 10:30 AM Service


Advent is almost here, and so is the St. Mike's Christmas Pageant! All children are invited to participate!

Rehearsal Schedule:

  • Sunday, December 4, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
  • Sunday, December 11, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
  • Saturday, December 17, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, December 18 (Pageant Day) Arrive at 9:00 AM

CLICK HERE to let us know you are interested in participating in the pageant this year! Questions? Email owen@stmikeschurch.com.

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


Friday, November 11 - Veteran's Day

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

1:00 PM - Festival of Lights Build Day

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, November 12

8:00 AM - Men's Fellowship

10:00 AM - Festival of Lights Build Day

6:00 PM - Bratvember in St. Mary's


Sunday, November 13 - Celebration Sunday

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

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist In-person

9:15 AM - Education For All 

10:30 AM - Holy Eucharist: In-person & Online

2:00 PM - Girl Scouts

5:00 PM - The Lord's Dinner


Monday, November 14

9:00 AM - Laundry Love

6:30 PM - Outreach Committee Meeting


Tuesday, November 15

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meeting

3:30 PM - Girl Scouts

6:30 PM - Boy Scouts

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, November 16

12:00 PM - Healing Service in Chapel

12:30 PM - Wednesday Bible Study in Chapel

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer

5:30 PM - Middle School Youth Group

6:00 PM - The People Who Read - offsite

6:30 PM - Stratus IQ Community Meeting

7:00 PM - High School Youth Group


Thursday, November 17

5:30 PM - Cub Scouts in St. Andrew's

6:00 PM - Virtual Celtic Spirituality Group

6:30 PM - Choir Rehearsal

6:30 PM - Vestry

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, November 18

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

1:00 PM - Festival of Lights Build Day

1:00 PM - Friday Women's Book Group

6:00 PM - 40s & 50s Dinner

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, November 19

9:00 AM - Daughters of the King

10:30 PM - St. Clare's Guild

10:00 AM - Festival of Lights Build Day

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group

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Birthdays This Week:


November 13 LuAnn Hanson

November 13 Rachel Stoller

November 16 Des Shorland

November 16 Aaron Sutherlin

November 17 Judy Morrill

November 19 Patti Hanemann


Anniversaries:


November 13 Dave & Jacline Harriman

November 16 Jon & Rose Numair

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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