Living Christ in this World
May 28-June 4, 2021
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FATHER TOM'S FUND RAZOR Nine inches and $76,000 later, Fr. Tom has a new summer hairdo and the Alleluia Fund chalice is filling. Thank you for your generous support of Father Tom’s Fund Razor, the first event to help raise money for CSMSG’s Alleluia Fund. The event was the highlight of the Parish Picnic and we are grateful for the many people who made it possible.
Thank you to Nancy Ferriss who was the first to donate to the fund and also the first to take a snip of hair from Fr. Tom.
Thank you to Jhovanny Orsorio, husband of Bishop Deon Johnson, for sharing his exceptional hairstyling skills with us.
And most of all, thank you to Fr. Tom for suggesting this idea and handling the promotions and event with grace and good humor. From tolerating the leaf blower while shooting video footage to reciting the Serenity Prayer before the haircut, Fr. Tom was a joyful participant in our plans. We are grateful for his participation and presence in our parish.
The Alleluia Fund is an ongoing program to provide money for projects outside of the church’s regular operating budget. Rather than “return to the well’ by asking parishioners for increased pledges, this new effort establishes a way to fund the ongoing needs of our church and ensure the future of our parish.
With this initial funding, we are able to accomplish three of the projects from our wish list: roofing repairs, security upgrades, and grounds improvements. Our priority is to get these three funded projects underway as soon as possible. We will then work to identify the other wish list items that can be paid for with the remaining funds. We will provide updates on these projects and future projects in the parish e-newsletter.
If you have questions about the Alleluia Fund or other stewardship efforts at CSMSG, contact Alexis Posnanski, Director of Stewardship & Giving, at 314-721-1502, ext. 4044 or aposnanski@csmsg.org.
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SUNDAY, MAY 30 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. There will not be a service for children in St. George's Chapel. Children's Ministry's Liturgy of the Word will return Sunday, June 6, and continue through the summer.
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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COVID UPDATE The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri’s Pandemic Task Force is reviewing Covid protocols based on the latest recommendations from the CDC and St. Louis City and County. Until the Diocese provides updated guidelines, The Church of St. Michael & St. George will continue to follow the protocols currently in place. Parishioners are asked to register for services and masks are mandatory in the building. Click here for details of CSMSG’s Covid guidelines.
MORNING PRAYER Friday, May 28, will be the final Morning Prayer on Facebook Live. Those wishing to participate in Morning Prayer should try these online resources.
WOMEN'S FRIDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY is taking a break for the summer and will resume in September.
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Visit our website for this week's schedule of services and events.
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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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No Children's Service May 30 There will not be a Children's Ministry Liturgy of the Word this Sunday, May 30. Children's service in St. George's Chapel will resume next Sunday, June 6, and continue through the summer. May you all have a blessed Memorial Weekend!
Vacation Bible Mornings Children ages 4 to 7 are invited to attend CSMSG Vacation Bible Mornings on Monday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 8 from 9 to 11:30 am. The theme of the mornings is Godly Play Stories from the Desert. Mary Beth Tipton, Director of Children’s Education, and Brett Rutledge, Children’s Chapel Leader, will lead children through two stores from the Old Testament, the story of Abraham and Sarah and the Exodus. Children will respond to the stories through creative activities using paint, craft dough, yarn craft, and interacting with Godly Play manipulatives. The mornings also will include a snack, outdoor play and games, and music/movement activities. Cost is $20 per child and registration is required. Contact Mary Beth Tipton at mtipton@csmsg.org with questions. Register for Vacation Bible Mornings
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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. Email Kyle Tallman at ktallman@csmsg.org or Jess Speropulos at jess@csmsg.org with questions. Only a few spots remain so register today! Register for MSMW
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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 book by Tish Harrison Warren. The group will meet on Monday, June 7, from 7 to 7:45 PM via Zoom. Discussion will conclude in time for participants to join online Compline with Fr. Peter. Register for Prayer in the Night
Thursday Morning Playgroup We are moving outside! Parents of newborns to preschoolers are invited to join us at DeMun Park on Thursday, June 3, at 10 AM. Email Marty Chapman at marty@csmsg.org for more information.
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CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE CSL meetings and Bible Study are on hold until September 7. 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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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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