Weekly eNews

January 3, 2025

This Weekend & The Week Ahead

Epiphany Sunday

This Sunday!

8:00 and 10:30 AM Worship

We will chalk doorways in Sunday School and during both services on Sunday, January 5 to celebrate Epiphany. Chalking the doorways is a centuries-old tradition in which we write symbols above the doorway to mark the new year and bless the space within each doorway. Curious about what the symbols are and what they mean? Join us on January 5!

Meet Vestry Candidates

January 5, 9:15 AM Sunday Forum

Come meet the candidates running for open Warden & Vestry positions on Sunday, January 5, during the Sunday Forum at 9:15 AM. Vestry elections will take place on Sunday, February 2 during the Annual Meeting. Pictured from top left to right: Cindy Carr - Senior Warden, Steve Shively - Junior Warden, Mark Borchert - Junior Warden, Jim Marquart - 2 year term, Kristy Callahan - 3 year term, Dean Logemann - 2 year term, Hilary Dussing - 3 year term, and Jim Anderson - 2 year term. We give thanks for all those running for lay leadership positions!

Children's and Youth Sunday School Resumes

This Sunday, 9:15 AM

Sunday school for elementary and youth resumes January 5 from 9:15 - 10:10 AM. In January and February, we will explore the lives of modern and biblical heroes. Please check out the schedule in the latest Archangel for information on Parenting Small Group, Family Sunday School, Youth Group and High School Youth Council. Contact Bailey Bachynski for more information on youth and family activities at bailey@stmikeschurch.com.

January & February

Archangel Newsletter

To view the Digital Edition of the January & February Archangel Newsletter CLICK HERE. To submit articles for the next Archangel, please email comm@stmikeschurch.com.

Altar Flowers Donation

Did you know you can sponsor the Sunday Altar flowers in memory or thanksgiving of loved ones. Due to the rising cost of flowers and supplies, Altar Flowers will be $60 for two arrangements. To select an available 2025 Sunday, click on the link below and submit payment online or via check. Columbarium Flowers and seasonal arrangement can also be requested in memory of a loved one and placed in our columbarium for $25. Please contact Diane Dennison at 719-598-3244 or diane@stmikeschurch.com.

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12 Days of Christmas

If you're not on Facebook or haven't seen our posts, we're gathering the pictures celebrating 12 days of Christmas at St. Michael's! Click below to see the related photos celebrating our music ministries, wardens/vestry, community meals and fellowship, and more!

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On the Calendar

This Sunday, January 5

Epiphany Sunday - Chalking of the Doors

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 in advance!

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist with Choir

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Education & More!

9:15 AM Education for All

Sunday Forum - Meet the Vestry

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Nursery Care is available for Children 5 and under 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM.

Join us for Coffee Hour and Fellowship after the service.

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Upcoming Events & Parish Life

January is Wellness Month

Our Sunday Forum Adult Classes, live in the nave and also live-streamed, resume next Sunday, January 12. Join us as we explore new ways of caring for our mind, body and spirit in the new year:

January 12: "Eating Well" with Michelle Sommers, Registered Dietician and Health Coach
January 19: "Aging Well" with three seasoned saints (90+-year-olds)
January 26: "Being Well" with David Galvan, Mental Health Trainer

Light Festival

Clean Up

Can you help take down Christmas Lights and pack up extension cords? Clean up days are scheduled when the weather is nice with a direct email to those interested and/or available. To let us know you can help, click the button below and provide your email address. We will be in touch!

Christmas Light Festival Clean Up

Newcomer Ambassadors Be the Friendly Welcome our Newest Members Need

For 2025, we are looking for those willing to be Newcomer Ambassadors - showing the way to our newest members and guests. Ambassadors should be available on Sundays, both before and after the services, to look for new people and introduce them to our church - giving some brief information about St. Michael's, showing them the "Invitation to Get Involved" board at the newcomer table, asking them to sign the guest book, helping them get coffee, introducing them and answering questions. Ambassadors will also deliver Welcome Bags to those in their zip code. Please contact Linda Kean at linda@stmikeschurch.com for more information.

Eucharistic Visitor Training (Hybrid)

January 6-25, 2025

Lay Eucharistic Visitor (LEV) training is for those new to the Eucharistic Visitor ministry and those needing to renew their license. Please note that there are two live sessions on Zoom while the others are on-demand. On-demand modules must be completed by January 25. The course overview is listed below:

Live: Zoom orientation on Monday, January 6, 6:30 - 7:00 PM
On Demand: Safe Church training, approximately 2.5 hours
On Demand: Four Eucharistic Visitor training modules, 1 hour each
Live: Zoom Wrap-up on Saturday, January 25, 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Baptism Sunday

January 12, 2025

If you or someone you know needs to be baptized, please complete the form linked below to register for the preparation class. This required baptismal class will be held on Saturday, January 11 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Baptisms will be held during the 10:30 AM service on Sunday, January 12. Contact Rev. Vicki Hesse with any questions.

Youth Ski Retreat

January 25 - 26

Monarch Ski Resort

Middle & High Schoolers are invited to join us for a ski weekend & retreat! There is no better way to beat the cold of winter than by diving into it head on! Our friends at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp will be hosting us on Saturday and sending us on our way to ski all day long on Sunday. Cost is $150 per participant. The trip includes 4 meals, lodging, a lift ticket, and lots of fun!

Creation Care Small Group Sacred Air: Climate and Energy

Starts Tuesday, February 4

Each Sunday we pray for the just and proper use of God’s creation. Are you concerned about climate change and its impact on God’s creation and God’s people? Uncertain how to respond? The Creation Care team will present Sacred Air: Climate and Energy as the next small group educational opportunity to help parishioners learn about environmental issues and decide how they might respond. This program will inform participants about the causes and effects of the climate crisis, discerning how they can help restore the health of our planet and those who live on it. The program begins Tuesday, February 4, running on Tuesday evenings through April, and is limited to 15 participants. Jodi Bounds, Susan Futey and Steven Graves will be co-facilitating.

Spring Supper Club

St. Michael’s Supper Club is a great way to build community and form spiritual friendships in the comfort of home. Just as Jesus shared many meals with friends and strangers alike, this is a great opportunity to try something new, enjoy a delicious home cooked meal, and get to know some new people from St. Michael’s! By signing up for St. Michael’s Supper Club, you agree to meet monthly (February - May) and share in the meal preparation. Or, you can can sign up for the sub list if you cannot commit to four months.

IHN Families Hosting

February 23 - March 2

After successfully providing temporary shelter, showers, and meals for several families at St. Michael’s for two different weeks in 2024 in partnership with IHN, we are blessed to have the opportunity to share our space and our love again during the week of February 23 – March 2. There are jobs for everyone – some that need to happen in advance to get the building ready, opportunities to cook and clean during the week, and even laundry washing that can be done in your home at your convenience. Children and youth are invited to participate by accompanying adult volunteers. We encourage you to sign up. Also, please RSVP for the IHN Volunteer Lunch Meeting on Sunday, February 16 from 12:00 - 1:30 PM. Please contact our IHN Co-Leaders Kelly Belvis at kellydean0409@gmail.com or Andy Laffely at alaffely@msn.com with any questions.

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