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Weekly eNews

August 18, 2023

This Weekend at St. Mike's

Acolytes & Donuts

Calling all Kids!

This Sunday, 9:15 - 10:00 AM


Acolyting allows young people to be more active participants in worship as well as form relationships with others - young and old alike - serving in worship related activities. We'd love to see the sanctuary full of donut eating kids - and anyone else interested - at 9:15 to learn more about contributing in this vital role. No RSVP needed. Contact Elena at elena.zarecky@gmail.com or Sarah at sarah.kay.wettemann@gmail.com with any questions.

Newcomers Class

This Sunday, 9:15 - 10:00 AM


Our three rotating "Get Connected" Newcomers classes resume this Sunday and will continue on the third Sunday of each month. The first class, "Who We Are - About St. Michael's and a Tour of the Campus," will meet in the Chapel downstairs beginning at 9:15 AM. This class is designed for newcomers, but all are welcome to attend and no RSVP is needed. Contact Linda at Linda@stmikeschurch.com with any questions.

Rib-a-Palooza

LAST CHANCE

Saturday, Aug. 19, 5:00 - 9:00 PM


It's not too late to register for the BBQ Ministry's annual Rib-a-Palooza for the men of the parish. Sign up now and bring a friend! Don't miss this wonderful evening of food and fellowship!

Learn More & Register for Rib-a-Palooza

Widows Support Group

Saturday, Aug. 19, 11:30 AM


The Widows Support Group's next gathering will be at Chicken Salad Chick (5660 Barnes Road). Contact Mary Dee Weigel at jmandmdweigel@aol.com if you plan to attend.

Handbell Choir Rehearsal

Sundays, 12:00 - 1:30 PM, beginning this Sunday


Rehearsals will begin this Sunday, August 20, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. downstairs in the room across from the Choir Room. Contact Mary Dee Weigel at jmandmdweigel@aol.com with any questions.

Colorado Rockies Faith Day

This Sunday, 1:10 PM Game


Three tickets are still available for the 18th Annual Rockies "Faith Day." Contact Amalia at amalia@stmikeschurch.com if you are interested. Those already registered should have received your tickets via email this week.

Upcoming Parish Events

Outside Parish Work Days

8/25 & 8/26, 8:00 - 11:00 AM


Please help us get ready for the fall with several small and large outdoor projects, such as moving rock, raking straw, pulling weeds, and removing trees and shrubs. There's a task suited for all! Just bring work gloves and a water bottle.

Learn More & Sign Up for Work Day

Creating Space

Saturday, August 26, 9:00 - Noon


Next Saturday's Creating Space will include the option of making cartonnage notebook folders similar to those in the image. If you are interested in this project, please click below to register and learn more about what to bring. You are also welcome to come and work on any other project of your choosing. Contact Jan McLaughlin at  janhandhaskew@gmail.com or Sandra Willey at  boppiewilley@gmail.com with any questions.

Learn More & Sign Up for Creating Space

Outdoor Worship & Picnic

Sunday, August 27


Join us next Sunday at 10:30 AM for this summer's final outdoor worship service followed by a parish picnic at 11:45 AM. Bring a chair and enjoy wonderful food and fellowship. (Suggested donation $5 per person / $20 per family.) No RSVP required to attend, but volunteers are needed to ensure this picnic is as successful as the others have been. Thanks in advance for your help!

Sign Up to Help with Picnic

Pilgrimage Picture Blog


Our pilgrims will soon be on their way to walk in St. Paul's footsteps. Follow their journey virtually (August 30 - September 9) and receive regular email updates by subscribing to the Pilgrimage Picture Blog.

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The start of our new programming year is right around the corner, and we have many new and exciting things happening. The next Archangel Newsletter (arriving in early September) and the Weekly eNews will be providing comprehensive details, so be sure to read those. In the meantime, please save these important dates.


September 10: Fall Kickoff Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 AM with Breakfast!

September 17: Education for All Begins

September 29: Saint John's Bible Dedication at 6:00 PM

40s and 50s Outing

September 3, 12:00 - 2:00 PM


Calling all those in their 40s and 50s (or those who feel that in spirit)! Join to bid farewell to summer on September 3 after church at Red Leg Brewing Company (2323 Garden of the Gods Road). Enjoy great beverages from the brewery, grab lunch from one of the onsite food trucks, engage in some spirited cornhole competition, and peruse the September Makers Market. Please RSVP so appropriate space can be reserved.

Sign Up for Outing

Youth Fundraiser & Silent Auction

September 15, 6:00 - 8:00 PM


Come support our Youth Program while enjoying dinner, entertainment, and a silent auction! A $25 ticket will provide you the opportunity to hear our young people share stories and experiences from youth events as well as their musical and artistic talents. You will also be well fed and have the opportunity to bid on awesome silent auction items!


Our youth program has experienced significant growth in recent years. Proceeds raised from this event will go toward supporting the various ministries of the youth program with a special focus on scholarships for retreats and trips to ensure that cost is never a barrier to participation for our young people.

Reserve a Youth Fundraiser Ticket
Donate an Auction Item

Seeking SJB Docents

Training September 16, 9:00 - 1:00


Next month St. Michael's will become the permanent home for the full seven-volume set of The Saint John's Bible Heritage Edition. We need your help in sharing and caring for The Saint John's Bible as a docent. Click below to learn more about what is required in order to serve in this distinguished and vital role.

Learn More & Sign Up to be Docent

St. Mike's Golf Outing

Sunday, September 17


There are TWO tee times remaining for the 5th annual St. Mike's Golf Outing to be held at Patty Jewett Golf Course on Sunday, September 17, so reserve your spot now if you're interested. Registration deadline is September 5.

Learn More & Register for Golf

This Sunday, August 20

Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Nursery Care Available for Children 5 and under 10:15 - 12:00 PM.

Join us for coffee hour and fellowship after each service.

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist (ASL Interpreter)

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- Worship Bulletin



Worship Volunteers Needed

Can you be an usher, greeter, lay reader, or help with coffee hour?

Click below to sign up today & thank you!

August Volunteer Sign Up

Fall Small Group Offerings

We are excited to offer five thought provoking opportunities for education and enrichment this fall. The small group experience offers a seasonal way to grow in faith. We encourage you to read the more detailed descriptions and prayerfully consider committing to one.

"Being With" Group 1

Beginning Monday, September 18


Being With, a course exploring Christian faith and life, is an invitation to be with yourself, each other, and the created world to ultimately discover that God is with you and to learn how to be with God. This class will meet in-person for ten weeks on Mondays, beginning September 18 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM. A virtual Group 2 on Saturdays is in the planning stages with more details to come. Course is open to those outside of St. Michael's as well.

Learn More & Register for Being With

Sacred Air: Climate & Energy

Beginning Tuesday, September 26

 

The Creation Justice team has chosen to offer Sacred Air: Climate & Energy to help parishioners learn about the causes and effects of the climate crisis and discern how they can respond to help restore the health of our planet. This small group program limited to 15 participants will run for ten weeks beginning Tuesday evening, September 26 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM.

Learn More & Register for Sacred Air

Sacred Ground: Race & Dignity

Beginning Wednesday, September 27


Sacred Ground is part of the Episcopal Church's long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice. This eleven-part series follows a powerful online curriculum of documentary films and readings and will meet every other Wednesday, beginning September 27 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. 

Learn More & Register for Sacred Ground

Spirituality of Aging

Beginning Thursday, October 5


This small group experience, facilitated by Spiritual Directors, Margie Arms, PhD, and Sue Caruthers, PhD, will take you on a spiritual journey and cover the myths and stages of aging, dealing with grief and loss, celebrating and sharing wisdom, and drawing closer to God while aging. This group is limited to 10 participants over the age of 60 and will meet for six consecutive Thursdays, beginning October 5 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM.

Learn More & Register for Spirituality of Aging

The Space Between Us

Beginning Monday, October 9


The Space Between Us is a workshop of up to 15 participants that dives into the foundational communication topics of empathetic listening and conflict resolution, and provides strategies to better understand ourselves and others. This class is for all ages and will meet for six weeks on Mondays, beginning October 9 from 6:00-8:00 PM. 

Learn More & Register for Space Between Us

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


Friday, August 18

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, August 19

9:00 AM - DOK in Conference Room & Virtual

10:30 AM - St. Clare's Guild in Chapel

2:00 PM - Caregivers Support Group in Chapel

5:00 PM - Rib-a-Palooza in Multi-Purpose Room


Sunday, August 20

10:15AM - 12:00 PM Nursery is Open for children 5 and under.

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist

9:00 AM - Coffee Hour

9:15 AM - Acolytes & Donuts in Sanctuary

9:15 AM - Newcomers Class in Chapel

9:15 AM - LEV Meeting in Conference Room

10:30 AM - Holy Eucharist

11:45 AM - Coffee Hour

12:00 PM - Handbell Choir Rehearsal Downstairs

1:00 PM - Girl Scouts Meeting in Multi-Purpose Room & Outside

1:00 PM - Rockies Faith Day game Offsite


Monday, August 21

9:00 AM - Laundry Love Offsite


Tuesday, August 22

8:00 AM - Virtual Men's Fellowship

9:15 AM - Staff Meeting

11:15 AM - Summer Yoga in Multi-Purpose Room

1:00 PM - Monthly Pastoral Care Meeting in Chapel

6:00 PM - Cub Scout Meeting in Multi-Purpose Room

7:00 PM - Boy Scouts Meeting in Various Rooms

7:00 PM - Young Adults Group Offsite

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Wednesday, August 23

12:00 PM - Healing Service and Eucharist in Chapel

12:30 PM - Bible Study in Chapel

2:30 PM - Virtual Contemplative Prayer

3:00 PM - SJB Think Tank in Chapel

7:00 PM - Virtual Pilgrimage Bible Study


Thursday, August 24

1:00 PM - Care Team Meeting in Parish Hall

8:00 PM - Virtual Compline


Friday, August 25

1:00 PM - Friday Book Group in Prayer Room

7:30 PM - Virtual Evening Prayer


Saturday, August 26

9:00 AM - Creating Space in Conference Room

Birthdays This Week:


August 21 - Gaile Combs

August 21 - Duncan Cumby

August 21 - Amalia Dobbins

August 22 - Rod Sato

August 23 - Jason Holpuch

August 24 - Barry Oswell

August 24 - Morgan Waidelich

August 25 - Jacque Paul

August 26 - Tim Frank

August 26 - Karlyle Levi

August 26 - John Waidelich

August 26 - Dan Zarecky


Anniversaries This Week:


August 22 - Judy & Robert Jager

August 22 - Charlotte & Mike Mapes

August 24 - Joseph & Kim Person


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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