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Weekly eNews

December 31, 2022


Lessons & Carols

This Sunday

January 1, 10:00 AM



Celebrate the New Year with Lessons & Carols. Come hear the story of God and God's people with eight scripture lessons, each followed by a hymn. Join us in-person or watch online. Our normal Sunday service schedule will resume on Sunday, January 8. The viewing links and service bulletin can be found on our main website: www.stmikeschurch.com.

2022 Gift or Donation Last Opportunity

You can still complete your 2022 Pledge or make an end of year gift online when you click on the link below before midnight on December 31. To send a check envelopes must be postmarked by 12/31 with the memo "2022 Contribution"

Click Here to make an Online End of Year Contribtuion

2023 Pledge Announcement

A friendly reminder to set up your 2023 pledge to auto-payment with your bank, credit card, or set a calendar reminder if writing a check. If you requested pledge envelopes, they will be sent to your home the first week of January. If you have not made a 2023 Pledge CLICK HERE. We now accept American Express credit cards. If you have any questions about pledging, email Jan McLaughlin, Finance Manager, treasurer@stmikeschurch.com.

Church Office Holiday Schedule

The church offices will be closed on Monday, January 2. Regular church offices hours are Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. For pastoral emergencies please contact a member of our clergy or call 719-598-3244 and select the option to speak to an on-call clergy member.

Our Sunday Forum Adult Classes begin at 9:15 AM, are livestreamed on YouTube & Facebook, and take place in the church. See you there!

Spiritual Wellness

Sunday, January 8

9:15 - 10:10 AM

Featuring The Well

Come learn more about The Well at St. Michael’s and the numerous resources available to help you grow spiritually. Did you know The Well is both a physical and virtual place of nourishment, engagement and support for one’s spiritual journey and well-being? Join the imagining team to learn

about the meditative, mindful and creative environments available for anyone to explore and deepen their spiritual life in person or virtually.

Mental Wellness

Sunday, January 15

9:15 - 10:10 AM

Special Guest: Jeanne Wickham

Join the Rev. Matt Holcombe with special guest Jeanne Wickham; Counselor, LPC, LAC as they discuss anxiety, grief, and depression. Jeanne specializes in trauma and PTSD at Riverbend Counseling and helps clients find meaning and purpose.

Mental Wellness

Sunday, January 22

9:15 - 10:10 AM

Special Guest: David Galvan

Join the Rev. Matt Holcombe and David Galvan, St. Michael’s Mental Health First Aid Trainer in Residence. David has been teaching, training and facilitating conversations with students and adults about whole-person health since 2010. David was one of our Sunday Forum guests in 2022 and we are delighted to welcome him back for a conversation about mental health, suicide prevention, and helping those around us with hope and healing.

Click Here for St. Mike's Mental Health Website & Resources 

Light for the Journey Begins January 12

6:30 - 8:00 PM


You are invited to a new small group experience brought to you by "The Well" at St. Michael's. Light for the Journey is a discussion group for those still drawn to Jesus but struggling in the cultural currents defining Christianity, for those in the process of deconstruction and reconstruction and for all who feel alone in the darkness while navigating an evolving faith. Connect with other fellow wanderers and seek out the Light along the journey and within ourselves. This six-week class will meet on Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Questions? Email scowell99@msn.com. CLICK HERE to sign up.

"Sacred Water"

Inquiry Session

Sunday, Jan. 15 9:15 AM


Each week we pray we for God’s earth and all who call it home. We pray for those who need rain and those who have too much rain. In recent months we have formed a “Creation Team” at St. Michael’s with individuals committed to eco-justice. Our Creation team has been trained to facilitate the JustFaith Program of “Sacred Water: Oceans & Ecosystems.” Sacred Water is a small group experience that will guide participants in discerning how they can better care for the earth’s waters. Through prayer and spiritual practices, participants will explore their relationships with water in both Christian Scriptures and their daily lives. The Sacred Water small group will be a 10-week small group experience. CLICK HERE to register for the small group that begins February 7. No registration required for the January 15 Inquiry Session. Questions? Contact Jon Numair at jnumair@verizon.net

Newcomer Class

"Get Connected"

Episcopal 101

Sunday, Jan. 15 9:15 AM


Our popular Newcomer Classes will resume this month. You can attend all of them or just those you wish. On January 15 we will focus on the basics of the Episcopal church and answer questions about what we do, why, how, etc. These are stand-alone classes that you can take in any order. This class is designed for all newcomers, but ALL are welcome to join. No sign up or registration required. Questions: linda@stmikeschurch.com.

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


Saturday, December 31 - New Year's Eve


Sunday, January 1, 2023 - New Year's Day

9:45 - 11:15 AM Nursery is Open for children 5 and under.

10:00 AM - Lessons & Carols: In-person & Online


Monday, January 2 - Office Closed

9:00 AM - Laundry Love


Tuesday, January 3

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meetings

3:30 PM - Girl Scouts

6:30 PM - Boy Scouts

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, January 4

12:00 PM - Healing Service in Chapel

12:30 PM - Bible Study in Chapel

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer


Thursday, January 5

6:00 PM - Virtual Celtic Spirituality

6:00 PM - Choir Party Offsite

6:00 PM - Celtic Spirituality Potluck in Chapel

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, January 6 - Feast of the Epiphany

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

5:30 PM - Holy Land Pilgrimage Reunion Dinner - Offsite

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, January 7

9:00 AM - Kairos Meeting in St. Mary's Hall

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group in Chapel

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Birthdays This Week:

January 1 - Juliet Llaña

January 2 - Jacob Calhoun

January 2 - Alan McPeak

January 2 - Rachael Verlinde

January 3 - Jessica Bennett

January 4 - Jocelyn Pettigrew

January 5 - Deegan Carton

January 6 - Dave Harriman

January 6 - Laura Seidl

January 6 - Brett Wandfluh

January 7 - Jason Cumby


Anniversaries This Week:

January 2 - Mary Beth & Steve Shively

January 7 - Diane & Jerry Verlinde

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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