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Weekly eNews

October 18, 2024

This Weekend & the Week Ahead

Called to Ordination

Sunday Forum, This Sunday, 9:15 AM

Ever wonder how each of our clergy members were called to be ordained? Join us for this Sunday’s Forum as we pull back the veil and share. In-person and online. 

Family Sunday School

This Sunday, 9:15 AM - Multipurpose Room

Parents and children are invited to come together on the third Sunday of each month for this special time together. Sunday's topic is “How to show love and affection as a family.”


Episcopal Essentials

This Sunday, 9:15 AM - Downstairs Chapel

New to the Episcopal Church or St. Michael's? This Sunday we'll be exploring the sacraments of the church. All are welcome!

Guest Preacher

The Rev. Frank Allen

This Sunday, 8:00 & 10:30 AM


Frank will be joining St. Michael's this weekend to facilitate a vestry and staff strategic planning retreat, to preach on Sunday, and to lift his voice in song. Welcome back Frank!

The Saint John's Bible 

Illuminator Visit

This Sunday, 1:30 PM


We are excited to welcome Suzanne Moore, Lettering Artist and Designer for The Saint John’s Bible, to St. Michael’s on Sunday, October 20. Suzanne will share her knowledge and expertise about the creation of The Saint John’s Bible at a presentation that is open to all. No RSVP required.

Oktoberfest

Today, Friday, October 18

6:00 - 8:00 PM


It’s not too late to join in tonight’s Oktoberfest fun! All are invited to this annual German-themed celebration complete with brats, German beer, non-alcoholic offerings, lederhosen of course, and a fabulous time of fellowship! Suggested donation of $10 per person/$20 per family.

Sign Up for Oktoberfest 

Pumpkin Fest

At Cathedral Ridge

This Saturday, October 19


There’s a crispness is in the air, and Pumpkin Fest at Cathedral Ridge will provide opportunities for all ages to get into the fall spirit! Free pumpkin games will be included with $5 admission ($20 max/family), and pumpkins and concessions will be available for purchase. Plus for $5+, you can participate in a Pumpkin Launchin'. There will also be a Lucky Pumpkin Launch with a grand prize of $500! Sign up below to let us know you're coming and if you can volunteer.

Sign Up for Pumpkin Fest
Volunteer at Pumpkin Fest

Widows Support Group

Saturday, 11:00 AM


The next meeting of the Widows Support Group will be tomorrow, Saturday, October 19 at 11:00 AM at PF Changs on Briargrate. Please email MaryDee Weigel at jmandmdweigel@aol.com if you plan to attend.

Stewardship 2025


How are you Called to Rise and support St. Michael's in 2025? You can return your pledge card to the offertory plate on Sunday, mail pledge cards to the church, or make a secure pledge online by clicking below. Please submit your pledge on or before November 17. To watch a short message from Vestry Member, Veronica Bélanger CLICK HERE.

Learn More About Stewardship & Pledge Online

Gloves, Hats & Scarves Donation Drive

October 27 Deadline


Cold weather will be here soon, and our friends in need in the Pike's Peak area, specifically schools in D-20, D-11, and Harrison D-2, will greatly appreciate your donations of new hats, gloves/mittens, scarves, and ear warmers. Please drop off your items in the basket in the Gathering Space by October 27. If you can help with the delivery, please contact Pam Morton at Panda77770@outlook.com. Thanks in advance for your support!

Hearing Loss Support Ministry Meeting

Next Monday, October 21


We encourage you to consider joining this new ministry and attending their next meeting on Monday from 6:00 - 7:15 PM in the Conference Room downstairs. A Zoom link is available through the church calendar. Challenged by hearing loss? Whether or not you wear hearing aids, try out one of the listening devices in the foyer during a service. Detailed instructions are provided with them and ministry team members are available to help you get started. Please contact Rev. Vicki at vicki@stmikeschurch.com with any feedback or questions.

On the Calendar

This Sunday, October 20

Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost

Volunteer to Help with Worship this Sunday

Worship Volunteers Needed

Can you be an usher, greeter, lay reader, nursery helper, or assist with coffee hour? Click above to sign up today & thank you!

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist with Choir & ASL services

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Education & More! 

9:15 AM Education for All

Sunday Forum-Called to Ordination

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9:15 AM Episcopal Essentials

9:15 AM Family Sunday School

1:30 PM Suzanne Moore

3:00 PM Baptism Prep Class

Nursery Care is available for Children 5 and under 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM.

Join for Coffee Hour and Fellowship after each service.

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Upcoming Events & Parish Life

Italy Pilgrimage

Picture Blog

October 22 - November 1


Follow Rev. Matt & our 42 pilgrims on their sacred journey through the splendors of Italy and the profound heritage of the early Church. Click below to view the picture blog. Select "subscribe" on the right, provide your email, and follow the prompts to get real time picture notification! Please keep our pilgrims in your prayers.

Italy Pilgrimage Picture Blog

Chili Cook-off & Trunk or Treat

Next Saturday, Oct. 26

5:00 - 7:00 PM


Join us for intergenerational fall fun at St. Michael's! Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes and travel car to car on a Trunk or Treat adventure. All others are encouraged to provide a trunk and/or compete to win a prize in the Chili Cook-off. Click below for more details and to sign up. Candy donations are also needed! Please bring non-peanut candy to the church office on Sunday mornings or Monday - Thursday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Sign Up for Chili Cook-off & Trunk or Treat

Creating Space

Next Saturday, Oct. 26

To Gno-me Is To Love Me


The frost is on the pumpkin, and fall is in the air. Join between 9:00 AM and noon for crafting harvest and holiday gnomes. The supplies will be provided; all we need is you! As always, table space for BYOP (bring your own project) will also available.

Soul Shop Training

Suicide Prevention

October 26 & 27


We are fortunate to partner with David Galvan, St. Michael's Mental Health First Aid In-Resident Trainer, for this invaluable workshop designed to train faith communities on how they can care for people's minds and bodies as well as their souls. David likens this training to CPR, hopeful that giving people the information and insights they need to help troubled souls contemplating suicide will save numerous lives. Person after person who has been through this training describes it as critical, eye opening, and powerfully transformative!


Next Saturday, October 26 from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, David will offer his more in-depth workshop which will be held at St. Michael's but is open to the greater Colorado Springs community.

Learn More & Sign Up for 10/26 Soul Shop

Next Sunday, October 27 from 12:00 - 2:30, David will offer Soul Shop for Congregations which is available only for members of the St. Michael's community.

Learn More & Sign Up for 10/27 Soul Shop

All Saints' Day

(October 29 Names Due)

November 1, 12:00 Service


Each year we honor those who have gone before us to join the cloud of witnesses and saints. At our All Saints' Service on Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM and at the start of the services on Sunday, November 3, we will read the names of those remembered by our St. Michael's family. Please submit names by clicking below by Wednesday, October 29.

Submit Name(s) to Remember on All Saints Day

Baptism Sunday

November 3


Are you or a family member interested in being baptized this year? We currently have baptisms planned for All Saints' Day on November 3. If you would like to be baptized, please click below to complete the Baptism Request Form. Contact Rev. Vicki to learn more and to participate in the prep class on October 20, 3:00 PM.

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Vestry Nominations

November 1 Deadline


Do you know a fellow parishioner who would be a strong candidate to serve on the Vestry? If so, please nominate him or her by contacting our Senior Warden, Russ Howell, at russelldhowell@gmail.com. You may also self-nominate. We will be electing new Vestry members during our February annual meeting.

Investiture of Presiding Bishop Elect, Watch Party

November 2, 9:00 AM


Rev. Vicki will host,a livestream event of The Rev. Sean Rowe's investiture as the 29th Presiding Bishop on Saturday November 2. All are welcome! No RSVP Required.

Labyrinth Walks Offered

November 4, 5, 6


Election season can be an emotionally charged time. You are invited to walk the labyrinth in the St. Michael’s Parish Hall at your leisure on November 4, 5, or 6, between noon and 6:00 PM.  Labyrinths offer a contemplative space to center in prayer, journey into a thin space, listen, and replenish your heart with God’s presence. Come fill your well! Walk Guides will be available. Please bring socks for your walk.

Christmas Light Festival Build

Volunteers Needed beginning Nov. 8


The 5th Annual Christmas Lights Festival is right around the corner. This parish-wide community event welcomes thousands to our campus to enjoy over 100,000 Christmas lights, while gathering canned goods and toys for those in need. Many hands make light work, so please join in the fun when you are available!

Sign up for Christmas Light Build 

Child Enrichment Center Snack Ministry

More 2025 Volunteers Needed


Looking for an easy way to make a difference beyond our walls? Members of the Snack Ministry provide snacks for the children at the The Child Enrichment Center (CEC) - either through Amazon order/delivery, money donation, or personal delivery - one or two weeks of the year. Judy Morrill, Ministry Coordinator, is still needing additional volunteers for 2025, so please contact her at j_l_morrill@msn.com if you can help.

Hurricane Relief

ERD Contribution

 

For over 80 years, Episcopal Relief & Development has partnered with locally-led organizations to advance lasting change in communities impacted by injustice, poverty, disaster and climate change. If you are looking for a vetting organization through which to give in support of hurricane relief,

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Quick Links & Key Dates

Birthdays This Week:


October 20 - Tyler Trevillian

October 20 - Cole Wiedey

October 22 - Evie Pattamasaevi

October 22 - Jim Wessely

October 23 - Carras Callihan

October 23 - Cory May

October 23 - Lily Sato

October 23 - Kathy Thurman

October 23 - Debra Zarecky

October 24 - Adalynn Alexander

October 24 - David Futey

October 26 - Theo Cunningham


Anniversaries This Week:


October 20 - Grant & Melissa Geis

October 21 - Sue & Tom Neill

October 22 - Amalia & Patrick Dobbins

October 26 - Charles & Laura Johnson

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

7400 Tudor Road

Colorado Springs, CO 80919


www.stmikeschurch.com

Office Telephone: 719-598-3244

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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