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Weekly eNews

October 21, 2022

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 this Sunday. 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. Overflow seating will be available in St. Mary's Hall. 

Organ Dedication Recital

Daniel Foster

This Saturday, October 22

7:00 PM


Our gifted and talented Organist, 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 required and bring a friend. 

Youth Corn Maze!

This 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." Cost for this event is $20 which includes admission to the corn maze, activities, and dinner.  

CLICK HERE to sign-up by Friday at 2:00 PM. 

Donations Drives & Community Needs 

This Sunday, October 23 

1. Gloves, Hats, & Scarves

Donate a new hat, pair of mittens, scarf, or 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 are also in need of delivery drivers. If you can help with that, please email Marianne Jenkins marianneljenkins@gmail.com. The donation bin is located in the Gathering Space. 

2. Snack Collection for Troops Abroad

We are excited to welcome home 4-10 CAV, and to send care packages to others who are serving abroad currently. Please donate 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! The donation bin is located in the Gathering Space. 

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3. Candy Donations for Trunk-or-Treat

Drop off a bag (or two) of individually wrapped candy for St. Mike's annual Trunk-or-Treat event. Please no peanut candy. Donations will be accepted Sunday, October 23 - Thursday, October 27. Drop off in the church office. Additional decorated trunks are needed on Sat. Oct. 29 CLICK HERE to learn more!  

20's & 30's Group

At Cathedral Ridge

This Sunday, Oct. 23

2:00 - 6:00 PM 

All 20 and 30-yea-olds are invited to join Owen at Cathedral Ridge this Sunday from 2:00 - 6:00 PM. Enjoy fun, fellowship, and the beauty of Cathedral Ridge (just outside Woodland Park). Email owen@stmikeschurch.com to RSVP and for more information. 

Youth Council 

This Sunday, Oct. 23, 6 PM

Our youth council is a team of high school aged servant leaders that engage in service opportunities, plan retreats, and provide vision for our youth programs. All high schoolers are invited to join! Email owen@stmikeschurch.com for more information. 

Worship this Sunday, October 23

Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost


8:00 AM Holy Eucharist In-person


9:15 AM Education for All Ages

Sunday Forum: Barbara Brown Taylor

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

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

Holy Land Picture Blog

October 25 - Nov. 3

Please keep St. Michael's 35 Pilgrims in your prayers and follow their journey online. CLICK HERE to visit the picture blog and subscribe to receive regularly uploaded photos. 

Trunk-or-Treat

Saturday, October 29

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!

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.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Saturday, November 5

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM


Parents and adults are invited to participate in our Youth Mental Health First Aid Training. This training teaches adults how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 8-hour training gives parents/mentors/adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. This training is free to all participants. CLICK HERE to register.

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. 

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. 

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 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 Funeral

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group

5:00 PM - Youth Haunted Corn Maze

7:00 PM - Organ Recital


Sunday, October 23

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 with Children's Chapel & Online with    

          Sign Language Interpretation

2:00 PM - 20's & 30's Afternoon at Cathedral Ridge

6:00 PM - Youth Council Meeting


Monday, October 24

9:00 AM - Laundry Love


Tuesday, October 25 - Holy Land Pilgrimage Begins

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 26

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

7:00 PM - High School Youth Group


Thursday, October 27

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 28

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, October 29

6:00 PM - Trunk-or-Treat

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Birthdays This Week:


October 23 - Carras Callihan

October 23 - Lily Sato

October 23 - Kathy Thurman

October 23 - Deb Zarecky

October 24 - David Futey

October 26 - Theo Cunningham

October 28 - Jacline Harriman

October 29 - Sue Neill


Anniversaries:


October 25 - Corey & Katie Fogle

October 26 - Charles & Laura Johnson

October 27 - Diane & Jim Dennison

October 28 - Lanny & Thelia Geib

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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