Living Christ in this World
May 7-14, 2021
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FATHER TOM'S FUND RAZOR There’s something about Fr. Tom… Is it his accent? His sweet dog, Steve? Or perhaps his long, luxurious locks? Watch the video below to find out.
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CSMSG’s first event to raise money for The Alleluia Fund will be Father Tom’s Fund Razor. On Sunday, May 23, as part of the CSMSG parish picnic, Fr. Tom has agreed to have his hair cut. How short will he go? That depends on you. The more money we raise, the shorter Fr. Tom’s hair gets, from a simple trim to a full #3 buzz cut.
All donations to Father Tom’s Fund Razor will go to The Alleluia Fund to provide money for one of the projects on our wish list.
$1,000 – Live Streaming Enhancements
$5,000 – Information Technology (hardware and software)
$5,000 – Contracted Services/Software (business software)
$7,500 – Grounds Improvements
$10,000 – Preventative Maintenance (safety and continued maintenance of building)
$15,000 – Security (hardware and electronic security system)
$15,000 – Mechanical/Electrical (HVAC and lighting improvements)
$30,000 – Roof (additional roofing needs)
$210,000 – Structural Frame and Building (Church flooring, tuckpointing, plumbing, windows, historical refinishing)
Watch the e-news and CSMSG Facebook for updates on our fundraising efforts and more details about Father Tom’s Fund Razor, including who will do the honor of trimming (or buzzing) Fr. Tom’s hair.
If you have questions about The Alleluia Fund or other stewardship efforts at CSMSG, contact Alexis Posnanski, Director of Stewardship & Giving at aposnanski@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502, ext. 4044.
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SUNDAY, MAY 9 Holy Eucharist services will be held indoors at 8 AM, 9 AM, and 10 AM. Those attending should use the Ellenwood doors to enter and exit the church. In addition, Children's Eucharist will be held at 9 AM on the Wydown Playground.
Registration is required for all services using the links below, via www.csmsg.org, or by calling 314.721.1502. Registration online closes at 11 PM Saturday and registration by phone closes at 5 PM Friday. All attendees are required to wear masks.
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LIVE STREAMING 10 AM SERVICE For those unable to join us in person, Sunday's 10 AM service in the church is live streamed online at www.csmsg.org. This live broadcast of the service is posted on the home page and under Online Services. A recording of the service is available online at the conclusion of the live stream.
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COFFEE HOUR SUNDAY Coffee Hour continues via Zoom on Sundays at 11 AM. Please join us from home after enjoying in-person or online worship. Check your inbox for the invitation with the Zoom link emailed to the parish each Sunday morning.
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Visit our website for this week's schedule of services and events.
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PARISH PICNIC RETURNS The CSMSG Parish Picnic returns Sunday, May 23, following the 10 AM service. Join us for hot dogs and bratwurst provided by vendor Steve from Classic Red Hots, petting zoo from Zoo 4U, games and more. Don't miss Father Tom's haircut as part of the Fund Razor event. How short will he go? Your donations decide!
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FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Keep up with the latest news from CSMSG and see pictures from our events including Palm Sunday and the Easter Vigil by following us on Facebook. Like and share our posts.
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Children's Eucharist Start your Mother's Day morning by joining us for Children’s Eucharist at 9 AM on Sunday, May 9 on the Wydown Playground. Fr. Peter Speropulos and Brett Rutledge will celebrate and Beth Wagner will provide music. We'll have a special surprise for our CSMSG moms! Registration is required. Register for Children's Eucharist
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Middle School Mission Week Join Youth Ministry June 7-11, 2021 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM daily to perform service projects at various organizations in our community. MSMW is open to all current 5th-8th grade students. Only a few spots remain so register today! Register for MSMW
Sunday School on Instagram Live Join Kyle and Jess on Sundays at 11:15 AM on Instagram @csmsgyouthministry.
Final Youth Group of the Spring - Mini Golf! What a year it's been. To cap it off, we will head to Union Station to grab a milk shake and play mini golf. Join us Sunday, May 9, from 6 to 8 pm at the world-renowned Union Station Mini Golf course. This beautifully landscaped, 18-hole course features fun yet challenging design and the 200-foot-tall St. Louis Wheel creates the perfect backdrop. In other words, it's going to be a blast. Spots are limited. Registration and masks are required.
What: End of the Year Celebration/Last Youth Group
When: Sunday, May 9, from 6 to 8 pm
Where: Union Station Mini Golf
How Much: Cost is $10 payable online via Realm or bring $10. Milkshakes are on us!
High School Small Groups – High school small group Bible studies are happening weekly. There are three opportunities for small groups this year:
- Guys Small Group - Wednesdays at 7:30 PM (in person)
- Girls Small Group - Tuesdays at 4:15 PM (Zoom)
- Girls Small Group - Wednesdays at 4:00 PM (in person)
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Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep Join fellow CSMSG parishioners for a discussion of this new release by Tish Harrison Warren. The group will meet on Thursday, May 13, from 7:15 to 8 PM via Zoom to discuss Chapters 12 and 13. Discussion will conclude in time for participants to join online Compline with Fr. Peter. Register for Prayer in the Night
Thursday Morning Playgroup Parents of newborns to preschoolers are invited to meet online over a cup of coffee. The next gathering will be on Thursday, May 20, at 10:30 AM via Zoom. Email Marty Chapman at marty@csmsg.org to receive a Zoom invitation.
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CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE CSL meetings are on hold until September 7. Bible Study continues on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM using the same Zoom login. For more information contact Sandra Vuitel at sandravuitel@gmail.com or 314.300.8858.
FAITH IN ACTION CSMSG offers a variety of ways to help those in need in our community, especially during this crisis. Various organizations are in need of donations of food, masks, and other items. Visit our website to learn how you can help: Help Hunger Ministry
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CHOIR RECORDING ARCHIVE For the past year, the CSMSG Choir has been recording hymns and anthems for our online services of Morning Prayer. Now we are live streaming our 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist each Sunday and, though the choir is not present, they continue to record a hymn and anthem for the day which can easily be accessed by going to the CSMSG homepage at www.csmsg.org.
This is a great spiritual resource and a wonderful way to stay in touch with the work the choir is doing. Please take some time to check out the sizeable archive of recordings now available.
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EDUCATION EQUITY MINISTRY COLLECTION CSMSG’s Education Equity Ministry is collecting monetary donations to provide toiletries to families of students at Sumner High School in St. Louis City. Over the summer months, many families have less access to services. By sending students home with a box full of toiletries for the summer, we are helping fill that gap. Donations for purchasing supplies may be made online via Realm or by check to the Church of St. Michael & St. George. Please note For Education Equity Ministry on the check.
Since its inception in March 2021, the CSMSG Education Equity Ministry has partnered with Sumner High School to identify barriers to online and in-person instruction. We help administrators at Sumner connect with agencies in our community to provide services needed by students and families. The school has praised the ministry for its recognition that education equity extends outside of the classroom. For more information about this ministry, contact Mary Ann Cook at microann@outlook.com.
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COVID PROTOCOLS If after attending a service at The Church of St. Michael & St. George or entering the premises you start to exhibit symptoms of COVID-19, we request that you inform us, get tested as soon as possible, and notify us of the result so that we may take the necessary action. When you are waiting for your test results, we ask that you worship with us online. If you unfortunately test positive we ask that you worship with us online until you are cleared by a physician. For more details visit our website: Covid Protocols
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SATURDAY YOGA CLASS Parishioner Michelle Gurrola Burks teaches a free, 55-minute yoga class on Saturdays at 12:00 PM. If you are a new participant, email Laurie at laurie@csmsg.org for the Zoom invitation.
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ISOLATION MEMORY BOX Please consider providing a COVID-19 memory to the CSMSG pandemic isolation memory box. Families are encouraged to contribute a photo and short message to capture an experience from this unusual time. Isolation Memory Box Details
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FORWARD DAY BY DAY The Forward Day by Day daily devotion for disciples booklets are now available. Please email your mailing address to Laurie Brown at laurie@csmsg.org if you would like a booklet sent to you. The Forward Day by Day daily devotions also are available online.
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