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February 17, 2023


The Saint John's Bible

Sunday Forum

February 19, 9:15 AM


We are honored to host a Season with The Saint John’s Bible. This is the first hand-written and illuminated Bible in English in over 500 years. This Sunday, February 19, Brad Neary, Director of the Heritage Program will be our Sunday Forum Special Guest. Join us on Sunday to learn more about this masterpiece and the ways St. Michael's will be making it available within and beyond our walls for the next two months. CLICK HERE to learn more! Join us in-person or online. *(For copyright purposes The Saint John's Bible Sunday Forum will only be livestreamed and not recorded or available for later viewing.)

Newcomer Class

This Sunday,

February 19, 9:15 AM


New to St. Michael's? Join Linda Kean our Newcomer Coordinator in the Chapel. Linda will share more about "Who we are" and provide a tour of our campus. All are welcome. No RSVP required.

BeYou! February 19

6:00 - 8:00 PM

The Peel House


Belong Youth Collective (BeYou!) is a bold new partnership of 11 LGBTQIA+ affirming Colorado Springs congregations to create safe and welcoming space for Middle & High Schoolers monthly at The Peel House on the campus of First Lutheran Church (1515 N Cascade Ave). CLICK HERE to email Owen with questions, wonders, or to learn how you can support!

40-Days of Giving


Help support St. Michael’s Outreach Partners this Lent by donating 1, 5, 10, or all 40 of the essentials listed on the 40 days of Giving list. Each donation makes a difference. CLICK HERE to download the list. Pick up a donation bag and list this Sunday in the gathering space.

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

Tuesday, February 21

5:30 - 7:00 PM


Many know the season of Lent is upon us with the annual Pancake Supper. Join us for pancakes in St. Mary’s Hall.

In-Person or To Go (No RSVP)

Men of the parish are invited to help cook, serve, and clean up - just show up at 5:00 PM and contact John Watkins vagabondstwo@comcast.net. Suggested $5 donation. Don’t forget your name tag!

Ash Wednesday, February 22


7:00 - 9:00 AM Ashes to Go in St. Mike’s parking lot

12:00 PM Imposition of Ashes & Holy Eucharist

7:00 PM Imposition of Ashes, Holy Eucharist, Choir & Livestream.

Lenten Quiet Day

Next Saturday, Feb. 25

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM


Sister Hannah, an Episcopal Nun, will utilize her training and experience to guide us through two meditations that will help us deepen our spiritual journey in becoming intentional in our lives. She will explore how the Rule of St. Benedict can help us structure the hours of our days. She will also help us discover the gifts of being wrong, and how repentance and humility can help us see each other, and ourselves, in a more compassionate way. CLICK HERE to register. $20 includes lunch.

“Simply Gorge-ous Concert”

Royal Gorge Philharmonic

& Daniel Foster

February 25, 4:00 PM


The Royal Gorge Philharmonic will be back at St. Michael's on Saturday, February 25 at 4:00 PM with a special concert featured Organ Soloist, Daniel Foster. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets and learn more about this special concert. Questions? Contact amalia@stmikeschurch.com

Valentine's Day

Pasta Potluck

Rescheduled for TONIGHT 5:30 - 7:30 PM


Come celebrate love with your friends and enjoy a pasta potluck. Sign up to bring pasta, salad, dessert, or just come with an appetite! CLICK HERE to sign up or let us know you are coming. Questions? Contact our Potluck Hosts: Danny & Beverly Raider dbraidercolo@comcast.net. Childcare is available in the Nursery (5 and under).

This Sunday, February 19

Transfiguration Sunday

Last Sunday after the Epiphany

Nursery Care Available for Children 5 and under 7:45 - 11:45 AM

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist

- Watch on YouTube

- Watch on Facebook

- Worship Bulletin


Join us for Coffee Hour & Fellowship after each Service.

Education & More!

9:15 AM Education for Children & Youth meet in St. Andrew's Hall.

9:15 AM Newcomers Class in Chapel

9:15 AM - Education for All

- St. John's Bible Sunday Forum

- Watch on YouTube

- Watch on Facebook

February & March Sunday Volunteer Sign Up

President's Day

Monday, February 20

Church Offices Closed


The Church office will be closed on Monday in observance of President's Day.

Turkey & Syria Earthquake $1,000 Donation


ERD (Episcopal Relief & Development) with the ACT Alliance has responded to the Turkey & Syria Earthquake with 40,000 winterization kits (that include blankets, pajamas and mattresses) and has 230 buildings, including church halls, mosques, schools and municipal halls, set up shelters. St. Michael's Outreach has made a $1,000 donation through ERD to help with earthquake relief. Learn more & donate: www.episcopalrelief.org

Lent Information, Events, & Happenings

Traditionally, Lent invites us to refrain from something as to make more room for God in our life. But what may it look like if you/we approach Lent as a gift? This year during the season of Lent, St. Michael's will be focusing on the unexpected gift of Lent. We invite you to join us for opportunities that will deepen your relationship with God and explore the gifts of community and connection. Pick up a Lent Flyer of Events this Sunday. Pick up a flyer this Sunday for a schedule of activities during Lent. CLICK HERE

Lenten Soup Suppers with The Saint John’s Bible

Wednesdays, March 1

5:30 - 7:00 PM


Join us for food, fellowship, and formation on Wednesday evenings in Lent. Enjoy dinner and fellowship from 5:30 - 6:15’ish and then The Rev. Matt Holcombe will walk us through different parts of The Saint John’s Bible each Wednesday. CLICK HERE to RSVP.

The Space Between Us

New Group begins Feb. 27


Would you like to be a better listener?

“The Space Between Us” is a six week workshop that dives into the foundational communication topics of empathetic listening and conflict resolution, as well as providing strategies to better understand ourselves and others. This class is open for all ages. Facilitated by Owen Copps. $50 registration covers dinner and materials. CLICK HERE.

Parish Retreat & Family Camp Interest Form


This year St. Mike’s will be hosting a duel Parish Retreat & Family Camp on August 4-6 at YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park. There will be activities, games, and programming for all ages! Please fill out this interest form to help us decide how many rooms we should reserve for this awesome weekend!!!

CLICK HERE. Cost will range from $500 - $700 depending on family size. Questions? Email owen@stmikeschurch.com.

20s & 30s Group

Theology On Tap

Friday, March 3 - 6:30 - 8:00 PM


Bristol Brewing Company - St. Michael's 20s & 30s are invited to gather at Bristol Brewing company for Theology on Tap with Father Matt! Do you have burning theological questions? Do you want to hear what your peers are wondering about in their faith lives? If you answered yes, (or just want to hang out with your St. Mike's family) then come join us on Friday, March 3! CLICK HERE to let us know you're coming!

S.M.A.S.H. Event

March 3, 11:00 AM


It has been several years since S.M.A.S.H. (St. Michael's Active Senior Happenings) toured this museum and there have been many changes. Join us for an early lunch, 11:00 AM, at Jack Quinn's Irish Pub, 21 S. Tejon Street. And then a short 4 minute walk to the museum for our guided tour that begins at 12:30, 215 S. Tejon Street. Cost of Tour: Donation only. CLICK HERE to sign up.

St. Mike's Softball Team

First Game March 14


Join the St. Mike's Softball Team! We will play weekly games on Tuesday nights at Cottonwood Creek Park (3920 Dublin Blvd) beginning on March 14. Cost is $15 per person. All are welcome! (18+) We are required by the league to have an even split of female & male identifying players. Please register accordingly! CLICK HERE to sign up today! Questions? Contact Co-Captian's Brett Wandfluh dbwandfluh@gmail.com or Melanie Llaña melaniellana88@gmail.com.

Turkey & Greece Pilgrimage


Join The Rev. Matt Holcombe for an unforgettable journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history as we walk where Paul, John, and other apostles walked from August 30 - September 9. We begin our journey in Turkey followed by a 3-day Mediterranean Cruise and multiple days in Greece. CLICK HERE to learn more or contact Rev. Matt directly.

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Need a Parking Space?


Our parking lot on Sunday mornings can be crowded. Don't forget you can park along Tudor Road under the pine trees. We would also ask you to leave parking spaces closest to the building available for visitors, older parishioners, and those in our community with mobility challenges.

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


Friday, February 17

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

5:30 PM - Valentines Day Pasta Potluck

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, February 18

9:00 AM - St. John's Docent Training & Lunch

9:00 AM - Daughters of King - Hybrid

10:30 AM - Virtual St Clare's Guild - Hybrid

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group in the Chapel

2:00 PM - BSA Troop 66 Eagle Court of Honor in St. Mary's


Sunday, February 19

7:45 AM - 11:30 AM Nursery is Open for children 5 and under. Join us for Coffee Hour after the service in St. Mary's Hall.

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist

9:15 AM - Education for Children & Youth in St. Andrew's Hall

9:15 AM - Let's Get Connected (Newcomer's Class)

9:15 AM -St. John's Bible Sunday Forum in Church

9:45 AM - Choir Rehearsal

10:30 AM - Holy Eucharist


Monday, February 20

President's Day - Office Closed

9:00 AM - Laundry Love Offsite

9:00 AM - Thrift House Board Meeting Offsite


Tuesday, February 21

Shrove Tuesday

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meetings

9:30 AM - Spiritual Direction in Prayer Room

12:00 PM The Well Team Meeting in the Chapel

3:30 PM - Girl Scouts

5:30 PM - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner

6:30 PM - Boy Scouts

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, February 22

Ash Wednesday

7:00 - 9:00 AM - Ashes to Go in St. Mike’s parking lot

12:00 PM - Ash Wednesday Service In-person

12:30 PM - Bible Study in Chapel (Meet after service)

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer

6:00 PM - Ash Wednesday Youth Group - MS & HS

7:00 PM - Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes, Eucharist, Choir, Livestream


Thursday, February 23

5:30 PM - Cub Scout Den Meeting in St. Andrew's

6:00 PM - Virtual Celtic Spirituality

6:30 PM - Adult Choir Rehearsal

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, February 24

9:00 AM - Celtic Spirituality Group in Chapel

11:30 AM - Widow's Support Group Offsite

1:00 PM - Friday Book Group in Prayer Room

7:00 PM - Royal Gorge Philharmonic Rehearsal in Sanctuary

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, February 25

8:00 AM - Men's Fellowship in St. Francis

9:00 AM - Lenten Quiet Day in St. Andrew's/St. Mary's

10:00 AM - Royal Gorge Philharmonic Rehearsal in Sanctuary

11:00 AM - Youth Ice Skating at Evergreen Lake

2:00 PM - Caregiver's Group in Chapel

4:00 PM - Simply Gorge-ous Concert and Reception

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Birthdays This Week:


February 19 - Lisa Cumby

February 20 - Guy Theriot

February 21 - Nydia Segal

February 21 - Ella Wandfluh

February 21 - Carissa Warren

February 22 - Dan Shepherd

February 24 - Loretta Vail

February 24 - Andrew Wettemann

February 25 - Jack Braley

February 25 - Tom Neill

February 25 - Sam Valko

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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