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Weekly eNews

December 8, 2023

This Weekend at St. Michael's

Christmas Light Festival

Today (Friday) & Saturday!

6:00 - 8:00 PM 


Our highly anticipated 4th annual Christmas Light Festival kicks off today! Over 100,000 lights are in place, with new displays and experiences ready for all! We need your help to spread the word and to volunteer during one of the festival evenings (December 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, or 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM). You'll be so glad you did!

Light Festival Information Page & Details
Light Festival Volunteer Sign up

"Sense-ational"

Journey to Bethlehem

Second Sunday in Advent

This Sunday, Dec. 10, 9:15 AM


"Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 

This Sunday we light the second candle in our Advent wreath representing PEACE. Join for a Sense-ational Journey to Bethlehem with Mary and Joseph using all five of your senses. Come see, taste, smell, touch, and hear something new as we prepare to welcome the Prince of Peace. All are welcome for this intergenerational event.

Christmas Pageant

December 17, 10:30 AM

Rehearsals Continue Sunday!


Calling all children of the parish! Rehearsals for the Christmas pageant continue THIS Sunday from 12:00 - 2:00 PM. Come drop in even if you missed last week. Rehearsals will include lunch and interactive crafts and activities, adding to the true Christmas experience!


Remaining Pageant Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsal #2 – Sunday, December 10, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Dress Rehearsal – Saturday, December 16, 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Pageant Day – Arrive at 9:00 AM, Pageant during 10:30 Service

Additional Events:


  • Young Adult Theology on Tap

Friday, Dec. 8, 6:30 - 8:00 PM


Young adults are invited to join at Goat Patch Brewing with others from the area for fellowship and conversation around "process theology" led by Mason Mennenga from United Theological Seminary. No RSVP needed.


  • Habitat Apostle Build Home Dedication

Saturday, Dec. 9, 10:30 AM


All are invited to attend a home dedication ceremony on Saturday, December 9 at 10:30 AM at 5303 Beauport Drive in the Ridge at Sand Creek neighborhood. Attendees will hear from the homeowners, pray for them, and listen to the USAF Academy Gospel Choir perform as well as enjoy snacks and a tour the completed home.

On the Calendar

This Sunday, December 10

Second Sunday of Advent

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 & Handbell Choir

- Watch on YouTube

- Watch on Facebook

- Worship Bulletin

Education & More!

9:15 AM Sense-ational Journey to Bethlehem

This event will take place in the Parish Hall and will not be livestreamed. The next livestreamed Sunday Forum will be Jan. 7.

12:00 PM - Pageant Rehearsal

5:00 PM - Lord's Dinner

Nursery Care Available for Children 5 and under 7:45 - 12:00 PM.

Join for Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall after each service.

View Weekly Church Calendar

Upcoming Events & Parish Life

Christmas Brass & Poinsettias

Donations Due Dec. 13


There's less than a week left to donate toward poinsettias and brass for our Christmas services. If you haven't already done so, please consider making a donation in thanksgiving for or in memory of a loved one by next Wednesday.

Donate to Christmas Poinsettias & Brass 

Blue Christmas Service

Thursday, Dec. 14, 7:00 PM


Christmas can be a difficult season for many. If you are feeling loss or hurt, or are estranged from the general feelings of joy and happiness during this time of year, you are invited to join us in-person or online for our Blue Christmas Service with music and Holy Eucharist. 

Interfaith Habitat Build

Saturday, Dec. 16

More Volunteers Needed!


There is still one morning spot and several afternoon spots available for next Saturday's Interfaith Build. St. Mike's volunteers will be paired with a team from a different belief tradition to work and enjoy time together. To learn more about this event and the future homeowner or to sign up, click below. Lunch will be provided!

Sign Up for Habitat Build

Newcomer Class

Sunday, Dec. 17, 9:15 AM


The topic of this month's Newcomer Class is "Get Connected and Involved." This couldn't be a better time to learn more about the ministries at St. Mike's and how you might get more involved next year. All are welcome and no RSVP is required. Contact Linda Kean at linda@stmikeschurch.com with any questions.

Shine Bright Concert

Friday, Dec. 23, 6:30 PM


This solo holiday show by world-class pianist and vocalist, J. Chang-Tablada, features heart-warming holiday classics with a twist of spice that invites audiences to reminisce, hold loved ones close, and sing along. A storyteller at heart, J. draws audience members in with fresh interpretations of timeless classics by celebrated artists like Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald and Donnie Hathaway interwoven with spirited, tongue-in-cheek numbers from Elvis and Jimmy Buffet (to name a few). All are invited to the Multipurpose Room to enjoy this free holiday treat!

Christmas Eve Services

Sunday, December 24

4:00 PM: Family Service, Brass & Nursery

7:00 PM: Traditional Service, Choir & Brass*

11:00 PM: Midnight Service, Trio & Incense*


Christmas Service

Monday, December 25

10:00 AM: Holy Eucharist*


*Livestreamed via Facebook & YouTube

End of Year Giving


To make an end of year gift, please submit all online contributions by December 28 to ensure delivery by December 31. If writing a check, please include “2023 Pledge” in the memo line and be sure it is dated in 2023. All checks must be received by Sunday, January 7. Stock gifts take time to process, so if you plan to fulfill your pledge this way, please initiate your stock gift no later than December 14. If you have questions about your pledge balance or giving history, please contact our Finance Manager, Jan McLaughlin, at treasurer@stmikeschurch.com or 719-598-3244 x105. Every gift is essential to our ministry and is greatly appreciated!

Spam Alert!

Scammers at it again!


Unfortunately, 'tis the season for scammers to really get to work. As a reminder, the clergy and staff will never contact you "asking for a favor" that involves sending gift cards, wiring money, or transferring funds from one account to another. Spammers will create email addresses that look like they are coming from the church. Only email addresses that end in @stmikeschurch.com are from the clergy or staff. When in doubt, contact the church office at 719-598-3244.

Nursery Volunteers Needed

During 10:30 AM Services


Are you missing your grandchildren or days gone by when your children were younger, or are you a teen needing service hours? We have an opportunity for you! Due to the wonderful growth in young families attending St. Mike's, we are needing additional help in the nursery with our children 5 and under during the 10:30 services. You don't need to make a long-term commitment...simply sign up for a Sunday here and there as your schedule permits.

Sign Up as Nursery Volunteer

January - February Archangel 

Article Deadline, December 15


The deadline for our January - February Archangel is coming up next Friday, December 15. Please send any submissions to comm@stmikeschurch.com.

Church Calendar Access


Did you know that the full church calendar is accessible via the St. Mike's website under the "Resources" tab on the homepage? As the daily activity has increased at St. Mike's and therefore the space required to detail it in the eNews, we are inclined to simply provide a link to the calendar each Friday versus the full calendar detail. Please email Communications Coordinator, Ama Couch, at comm@stmikeschurch.com with any feedback on this change. You can find the link below but also in the above shaded "On the Calendar" section.

View Church Calendar

Birthdays This Week:


December 10 - Isaac DeJoia

December 10 - B.J. Graham

December 10 - David Newberry

December 11 - Aria Quinn Bélanger

December 11 - Keith Ketelsen

December 11 - Beverly Raider

December 12 - Sharon Dak

December 12 - Ky Goodman

December 12 - Karen Houser

December 12 - Marna McLain

December 12 - Janice Thorpe

December 13 - Sonja Anderson

December 13 - Sue Bessette

December 13 - Kate Davenport

December 13 - Ruth Willey Cohenour

December 14 - John Paul

December 15 - Nathan Broin

December 16 - Candy Chernak

December 16 - Dee Gallagher

December 16 - Melissa Gaubatz

December 16 - Heather Torrey


Anniversaries This Week:

None per our records

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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