DEC. 17 | 9 AM Joy: A Children's Service Worship Bulletin and Sunday News

THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

JOY! A Childr en’s Service DECEMBER 17, 2023

We’re glad you’re here!

SUNDAY OFFERINGS

We’d love to get to know you and help you get to know us. Saint Michael is a vibrant group of people choosing to live life as a community: pursuing Jesus, caring for one another, and serving those in need.

7:30 AM

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

9 AM

Traditional & Nativity Pageant Church

10 AM

Adult, Youth, & Children Formation

11 AM

Traditional Church

While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:

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Fill out a Welcome Card. They’re in the pew back in front of you, or use the QR code to use the quick, mobile-friendly “Get in Touch” form.

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Stop by a Welcome Hub in the church lobby.

You’ll see greeters wearing “Welcome” ribbons/ lanyards and they can answer questions about a worship service, formation class, or childcare.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

At Saint Michael we are all about connecting, serving, and growing.

To learn more about us, find ways to get involved, or see a map of the campus, scan the QR code.

Contemporary Parish Hall

5:30 PM

Traditional Saint Michael Chapel

OUR FOCUS: Build Christian Disciples for a Transformed Community Rob Springer-Kyle leads our Welcome and Engagement ministries at Saint Michael and he would love the opportunity to connect and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact him at (903) 405-7447 or rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org.

FROM THE RECTOR

TODAY AT SAINT MICHAEL

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today! We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.

As we near the end of Advent, I hope you’ve made plans to join us for our Christmas celebrations. The schedule for our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services can be found in this bulletin. It will be a beautiful celebration and we can’t wait to see you there!

As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work.

May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!

10 Adult Formation AM

The Gift of the Nutcracker:

The Nutcracker: The Greatest Gift Led by Dr. Tim Smith Saint Michael Chapel

Youth Formation Middle School (6th – 8th)

Green Room | Youth Center

High School (9th – 12th)

Orange Room | Youth Center

Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in rooms 14 and 16.

For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/fall23.

Christmas

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 4 PM | CHURCH

Season 16 | Advent 2023 BECOMING TOGETHER

New Episodes Every Weekday, Now – December 22, 2023

Christmas Plate Offerings MISSION & OUTREACH

Each year at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, as part of our Christmas celebrations, we have a lovely tradition of giving 100% of our undesignated offerings to outreach projects supported by our parish. This year the Mission and Outreach Committee has chosen to honor seniors in our local community. Our Christmas Offering Plate will be shared by the following ministries:

North Dallas Shared Ministries Support for seniors: food, medical care, dental care, rental assistance and utility assistance to local seniors.

Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) Palliative Care Providing spiritual and medical support at end of life for clients in need.

The Senior Source Ombudsman Program Helps ensure that older adults in nursing homes live out their lives with respect in a safe environment.

Thank you for giving generously to the needs of seniors this Christmas season.

SaintMichael.org/ChristmasGiving

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24

THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

9 AM Holy Eucharist Rite I, Saint Michael Chapel CHRISTMAS EVE

11 AM Joy Service, Church 1 PM Jazz Service, Church 3 PM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church Holy Eucharist Rite II, Saint Michael Chapel Contemporary, Parish Hall 5 PM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church Holy Eucharist Rite II, Saint Michael Chapel Contemporary, Parish Hall

MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 CHRISTMAS DAY

10 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II Saint Michael Chapel

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 9 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church 11 AM Contemporary, Church

10:30 PM Holy Eucharist Rite I, Church Incense will be in use

SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/CHRISTMASEVE

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NAME OF DONOR:

CAN OF SOUP

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BAR OF SOAP

HUNGER FACT

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BAG OF DRY BEANS

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TOOTHPASTE

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JAR OF PEANUT BUTTER

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DAY 3 29,000 senior citizens in Dallas live below the poverty line.

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CAN OF VEGETABLES

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TOOTHBRUSH

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CAN OF FRUIT

BAG OF RICE

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HUNGER FACT

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HUNGER FACT

DEODORANT

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OATMEAL

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BOX OF MAC & CHEESE

PRAYER

CAN OF SOUP

PRAYER

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CAN OF VEGETABLES

Use this Advent calendar every day! Fill your bag with a requested item, pray, or reflect on a hunger fact. Please bring your filled bag to the South Entrance the first week of January.

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CAN OF TUNA

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HUNGER FACT

PRAYER

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CAN OF CHICKEN

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BOX OF JELLO

DAY 8

DAY 17

Over 46,000 children will have food on their table in 2023 because of NDSM.

1 in 5 children (nearly 300,000) in North Texas experience hunger.

HUNGER FACTS

DAY 22 North Texas is the 5th most food insecure region in the country.

Joy: A Eucharist for Children Welcome Standing

The Lighting Of The Christ Candle “The Light Of Christ” The light of Christ has come into the world.

The light of Christ has come into the world.

Public Domain

The Opening Song “This Is The Day” This is the day, this is the day.

That the Lord has made, that the Lord has made.

We will rejoice. We will rejoice.

And be glad in it. And be glad in it.

This is the day that the Lord has made.

We will rejoice, and be glad in it.

This is the day, this is the day.

That the Lord has made.

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The Opening Acclamation Celebrant People

Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever.

Amen.

The Collect Celebrant People Celebrant

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Dear Jesus, we know you came to help us know God. Help us to trust only in you. Amen.

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The Gospel Procession “I Have Decided To Follow Jesus” I have decided to follow Jesus.

I have decided to follow Jesus.

I have decided to follow Jesus.

No turning back, no turning back.

Other verses: Though none go with me, still I will follow.

The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus.

The cross before me, the world behind me.

Public Domain

The Bible Story

Please be seated

The Song After The Story “Advent Song” Advent is the time to wait.

Not quite time to celebrate.

Light the candles one by one.

‘Til the Advent time is done.

Christmas Day will soon be here.

Time for joy and time for cheer.

Public Domain

The Children’s Creed I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world.

I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me.

I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation.

Standing Celebrant and People

The Sunday School Prayer God be in my head.

God be in my heart.

God be in my left hand.

God be in my right hand.

God be in my whole life.

Thanks be to God. Amen.

Celebrant and People

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Additional Prayers and Silence Reader

People

Let us thank God for our families, friends, and our pets.

We pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader

People

Let us praise God for God’s love and goodness, and for our blessings. We pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader

People

Let us pray to God to help others. We pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, hear our prayer.

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People

Let us ask God for the things we need; may we enjoy the food we eat, the home we live in, the health that we have, and when we are sick that we may be well soon. We pray to you O, Lord.

Lord, hear our prayer.

The Children’s Confession Celebrant People

For the times we have hurt others.

Forgive us, God.

Celebrant People

For the times we have acted selfishly.

Forgive us, God.

Celebrant People

For the times we have been slow to forgive others.

Forgive us, God.

Celebrant

People

For the times we have not remembered your love for us.

Forgive us, God.

The Peace

Please be seated for the Announcements.

Celebrant People

The Birthday Blessing All

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The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase: bless and guide them wherever they may be.

Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when

discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Offertory “Let There Be Peace On Earth” Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.

Let there be peace on earth, the peace that was meant to be.

With God as our Father, brothers all are we.

Let me walk with my brother, in perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me, let this be the moment now.

With ev’ry step I take, let this be my solemn vow; To take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally.

Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.

Text: Sy Miller. 1908-1941, Jill Jackson © 1955, 1983, Jan-Lee Music. Tune: Sy Miller. 1908-1941, Jill Jackson © 1955, 1983, Jan-Lee Music; acc by Diana Kodner b. 1957 © 1993 GIA Publications, Inc. Used with permission CCLI License # 1718120

The Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

The Prayers Over The Bread and Wine To Thank God For Jesus Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Standing

Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.

All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.

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Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Eucharistic Prayer continues.

The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread

Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant.

Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.

Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them

in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on

him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

Communion Songs “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel, that mourns in lonely exile here until the Son of God appear.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel!

O come, O Wisdom from on high, who orders all things mightily; To us the path of knowledge show, and teach us in her ways to go.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel!

O come, O come, great Lord of might, who to your tribes on Sinai’s height in ancient times once gave the law, in cloud, and majesty, and awe.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! © 2001 Lillenas Publishing Company; CCLI #1718120

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“Jesus Loves Me” Jesus loves me, this I know, For the Bible tells me so.

Little ones to Him belong They are weak, but He is strong.

Refrain: Yes, Jesus loves me.

Yes, Jesus loves me.

Yes, Jesus loves me.

The Bible tells me so.

Boys and girls across the sea, Jesus loves as well as me.

So our little friends are they, And together we can say. Refrain Words and music by Anna Bartlett Warner, Michael Adler, William Batchelder Bradbury © 1997 Michael Adler CCLI #1718120

“Come, O Long Expected Jesus” Come, O long expected Jesus, born to set your people free; From our fears and sins release us; free us from captivity.

Israel’s strength and consolation, you, the hope of all the earth, Dear desire of ev’ry nation, come, and save us by your birth.

Born your people to deliver; born a child and yet a king!

Born to reign in us for ever, now your gracious kingdom bring.

By your own eternal Spirit rule in all our hearts alone; By your all sufficient merit raise us to your glorious throne.

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“Eat This Bread” Eat this bread, drink this cup, come to me and never be hungry.

Eat this bread, drink this cup, trust in me and you will not thirst.

Words: John 6; adapt. by Robert J. Batastini, and the Taize Community Copyright: © 1984 Les Presses de Taize. Used by permission of GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago. Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.

“God Is So Good” God is so good. God is so good.

God is so good. He’s so good to me.

God cares for me. God cares for me.

God cares for me. He’s so good to me.

God loves me so. God loves me so.

God loves me so. He’s so good to me.

Words and music by Daniel Brink Towner, Julia Harriette Johnston Public Domain CCLI #1718120

Thank You To God For Our Time Together Standing Celebrant and People

Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.

A Blessing The Closing Song “Soon And Very Soon” Soon and very soon we are goin’ to see the King, Soon and very soon we are goin’ to see the King, Soon and very soon we are goin’ to see the King, Hallelujah, hallelujah, we’re goin’ to see the King! Repeat Words and Music by Andrae Crouch © 1971 Bud John Songs, Inc; CCLI #1718120

Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 unless otherwise noted The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979.

The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church. This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.

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The Dismissal Celebrant People

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

BUILDING our FUTURE LDI BUI NG

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

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This is a unique time in Saint Michael’s history— a time that urges us to think boldly! We have launched an unprecedented capital campaign to support the decades-long, overdue revitalization and expansion of our church facilities. It is a brave step to reinvigorate our campus, unite our community, and invest in education. saintmichael.org/buildingourfuture

Together, we continue the journey of Building our Future, each of us serving as a valuable member of the body of Christ. We seek to stretch beyond our launch goal and raise

to address increased construction costs. Join us as we build upon the vibrant history entrusted to us.

WAYS TO GIVE Caroline Moore

Director of Advancement For further information, contact Caroline Moore at cmoore@saintmichael.org or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.

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Annual Giving Campaign Giving to our annual stewardship campaign, Building the Kingdom, is an essential practice that supports Saint Michael’s shared mission and ministry, including our growing staff, campus, and programs. While essential to our operations, giving annually is an incredibly important spiritual discipline.

An annual gift represents our stewardship of the time, talents, and treasures that God gives freely to each one of us. Giving back to God’s work through Saint Michael is a sign of gratitude and a key part of deepening our discipleship identity.

It’s our turn to invest in our future.

As you evaluate your annual stewardship gift, we also ask you to please join us in Building our Future.

JOIN US!

Martha Hellman Bogdon, Director of Stewardship mbogdon@saintmichael.org | 214.692.3015 For further information, contact Martha Hellman Bogdon or visit SaintMichael.org/Give.

BUILDING our FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Saint Michael would like to thank the following members* of our community for their support of the Capital Campaign: Lynn & Bob Abbott Mary Abrams Lydia & Bill Addy Leslie & Nassi Agouridis Julie & Mike Allen Joseph Alwyn Chris & Paul Anderson Mary & Jerry Andrlik Sarah & Stephen Angelette Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian The Liz & Bill Armstrong Family Margaret Badgett Betty & Jimmy Baird Elizabeth Baker Mary & George Baldwin Pam Barbera Jeff Barker Susan Barnicoat Carolyn Barta Hong & Jim Bass Rebecca & Wilson Bauer The Beck Family Stephen Beckham Christy Bednar Amsler & Don Bell Dianne Betts Barbara & Randy Biddle Emily & Baxter Billingsley Monique & Tom Black Kathleen & Robert Blair Molly Steele & Tom Blackmon Christy Blumenfeld Laura & Dan Boeckman Martha Hellman Bogdon

Susan & David Boldrick Katherine & Darren Boruff Len Bourland Allison & Chris Bovard Jim Bovard Dianna & Tom Bowen Beverly & Bruce Bowman Kathy & David Boyett Callie & Kyle Bradford Rachel & Ken Brannon Gretchen & Reiner Brasch Gayl & Bill Braymer David Brewer Melanie Brewer Paulyne & Herbert Brewer Marla & Tony Briggle Margaret & Dave Briggs Adele Broughton Virginia Brown Victoria & Stuart Brown Sharon & Ron Brown Rosamond Brown Gail & Jim Browne Elizabeth & Bob Buchanan Susan Buddendorf Pam Busbee Julie & Chuck Butterworth Jaime & Mike Buzzard Janice & Ashburn Bywaters Tracey Cabral Lindsey Cade Joseph Cahoon Mary Agnes Cain Shelly & Scott Calhoun

Louise Caldwell Gina & Barry Craig Shannon Wilson Callewart Anne & Brent Crawford Lauren Callon Betsy & Bennett Cullum Lynne & Bob Campbell Mason & Allen Custard Courtney Campbell Maria & Richard D’Antoni Edna & Mark Cannata Lynn & Peter Dauterman The Canon Family Rita & Dick Davis Peggy Carr Susan & Scott Davis Cissy & Plack Carr Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison Carol & Dick Carrington Dealey Family Foundation Melissa & James Carry Maureen & Robert Decherd Cindy & Jay Carter Janet & Lee Dettra Becky & Mike Casey Leslie & George Diamond Merrilee & Michael Cate Elaine & Dennis Disney Rachel & Aaron Cathey Tiffany & Kyle Dixon Margaret Cervin Mary Adair & Dee Dockery Betsy & Jim Chambers Rozi & Bill Doreen Suzanne & Lance Charriere Melvyn Douglas Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut Kay & Robert Dozier Michelle & David Cicotte Nancy & Lowell Duncan Amy & Robert Clark Julie & Steven Eggers Gail & Bob Clark John Ellerman Nita & Cullum Clark Bettina Ernst Coley Clark Joyce & Mike Ernst Kendall & Craig Clark Joan Faubion Cindy & Andrew Clendenen Pauline Newton & Steve Fellows Garland & Mike Cohlmia Sarah & Tom Fenton Anne Coke Wendy Finley Judy Cole Netra & Ty Fitzgerald Jean & George Coleman Libby & Mark Flory Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta Charlotte & John Flowers Kelly Compton & DeWitt McCarter Sandra Wilkinson Ford Leslie & George Conant Debbie & David Fosdick Claudia & Brian Conard Jiggs & Todd Foster Judy & Eric Conner Hayley & Carter Fournier Bert Conly Kathryn & Jim Francis Squeaky & Paul Connolly Judy Friedel Carter & Bruce Conway Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell Laura Coomes Ruthie Garrett Harriet & Ralph Cousins Allison & James Giebink Katy & Michael Cosby Cindy & Kevin Gill Ann Marie Cowdrey Dare & Dale Gillette

Nicole & Chris Girata Mimi & Pax Glenn Tom Godbold Carol & Mark Goglia Margaret & Wade Goodrich J. Michael & Pagett Gosslee Jo & Joe Goyne Sue & Andrew Gray Grace-anne & David Greenblatt Lillian & Gregory Greene Jane & Greg Greene Louise & Guy Griffeth Family Whitney & Jay Grogan Diana & Andrew Grosso Johanna Guenther Mary Kay & Larry Guevel The Hafner Family Margaret & Barry Hancock Jane & Scott Hancock Sarah & Frank Hamlin Molly & William Hardy Electra & Jeff Harelson Whitney & Jon Harmon Marianne & Michael Harmuth Anne Harper Nancy & Howell Harralson Amanda & Neil Harris Zoé & Todd Hart Susan & Ralph Hawkins Kathy Hayes Debbie & Goose Hayhurst Kay & Steve Head Liz & Jeff Helfrich Rue & Tuck Henry Joannie & Chuck Hensley Beverly & Richard Herrscher Carol & Henry Hill Michael Hill Robin & Scott Hinkle Ann & Lee Hobson Family Carrie & Tom Hoffman Virginia & Tom Holleman

Barbara Hollis Sylvia & Michael Hood Kathryn & Bard Hoover Mary Louise & David Hopson Sherry & Raleigh Hortenstine Ingrid & Carter Houghton Helen & Jon Houp Ann & Frank Houseman Wells & Matthew Housson Elizabeth & Todd Howard Bitsy & Matt Hudnall Sally Hudnall The Huggins Family Sandra Hughes Cindy & Tom Hughes Donna & Rob Hull Bea & Walt Humann Elizabeth & Cliff Hutchinson Layne Jackson Mary Jalonick Debbie & Bruce Jenevein Jane & Pat Jenevein Kathy & Patrick Jenevein Bob Johnston Susan Jones Carolyn & Pete Joost Kate Juett Mary & Steve Kardell Jennifer & Patrick Keefe Kathy & Kevin Kelley Elizabeth & Seth Kelly Mary Ellen & William Kendall Leslie & Ed Kennedy Elizabeth & Mike Keogh Richelle & Justin Kerber Jim Kerr Susan & Richard Kibbey Marcia & Mark King Eugenia & Frank-Paul King Barbara & Jerry King Marion & Philip Kistler Kristin Kline

The Kneipper Family Patty & Randy Kob Rob Springer-Kyle & Tom Kyle Mersine & Steve Ladik Jason Lamb Cynthia Lane Bettina & Herman Lang Elizabeth & John Lang LeAnne & Bob Langholz Mary Ann & Allen Lassiter Charles Lathem Kathleen & Frank Lauinger Kathy & Gary Lawrence Ben Leal & Cesar Reyna Mary Lee Mary & Russ Lessmann Paula Lewis-Patterson Suzanne & Jay Lipscomb Heather Lorch Pam & Tom Luce Prudence & John Mackintosh Gail & Bill Madden Marti Mahaffey Stacey & Ken Malcolmson Amy & Peter Malin Ted Manikas Catherine Marrs Charlene & Tom Marsh Family Foundation Maria & David Martin Taylor & Michael Massad Sissy & Mike Massad Mary Massengale Eileen & Don McAleenan Pam McCallum Dan McClain Tom McConnell Melissa & Don McCoy Rebecca & Ed McDaniel Linda & John McFarland Reggie & John McFarland Sharon & Bill McGannon Suzanne & Patrick McGee

Melanie McGill Jane & Ray McGowen Victoria & Hunter McGrath Shirley & Bill McIntyre Gretchen McKenzie Megan & Casey McManemin Anne McNamara Lucy McRae Vollet Rebecca & Stephen Miller Tink Moir Tricia & Mark Monfrey Patti & John Monger Kaysie & Harold Montgomery Pat & Don Moore Caroline & Doug Moore Carol & Spike Moore Mary Morgan Dawn & Allan Morrill Christi & Cory Morrow Tori & Ross Mulford Suellen & Ken Murchison Jennifer & Noble Nash Kennie & John Neal Diane & Jack Nealon Nancy & Steve Neuhoff Katherine & Jim Neuhoff Byron Neuhoff Diana & Geoffrey Newton Carrie & Robert Nicoud Elizabeth Norwood Tamara & Tim O’Connor Carol Oakes Anne & Blair Oden Becky & Ron Odlozil Christine & Kurt Oesterling Gabrielle & Luther Ott Sue & Bob Patton Carolyn & Hoddy Peck Betsy & Ron Pedersen Courtney & Price Peeler Kittye & Bill Peeler Gray-Leigh Peeler

Holly & Carlos Peña Katherine & Bob Penn James Pennington Cassie Pericak Perkins-Prothro Foundation Nancy Perot & Rod Jones Heidi & Tim Perry Teresa Person Kathryn & Craig Peters Callie & Malcolm Petersen Noralyn & Greg Pickens Mollie & Paul Pin Patricia Plettner Sallie Plummer Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch Sandra & Rick Porter Pat & Claude Prestidge Carol Price Dianne & Hervey Priddy Deena & Barry Pryor The Beth & J. Puckett Family Lutetia & Jackson Raley Mary Stewart & Jim Ramsey Kelly & Michael Reddell Annie Snider Reece Paula Calise & Bill Reed Katherine & Eric Reeves Liz Respess Helen Reynolds Debbie & Tom Rhodus Jeff & Darrel Rice Janie Richard Jim Richards Phil Ritter Debby & Robin Robinson Christie & Clayton Rodriguez Julie & Paul Rogers Ann & Jim Rogers Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau Michele & Shad Rowe Mandy Dake & Chris Rowley Jack Rubarth

Jennifer & Thomas Russell The Joan Stansbury Family Deborah Capera Ryan Tina & Dan Stansbury Ginger Sager LaRee & Alan Stein Laurie & Joe Sando John Bergner & Chuck Stewart Erica & Charlie Sartain Tricia & Tom Stewart Mary Elizabeth & Grady Schleier Brian Stock Erin Osborne & Vic Schmerbeck Harriet Stoneham Mardie & Alan Schoellkopf Candy & Dennis Streit Dick & Nita Scholtz Drew & John Stull Gail & Patrick Schultz Caroline Summers Cathy & Tom Schulz Carolyn Swann Sally & Chris Schupp Lauren & Stephen Swann Kate Seale Susan TaCito Diana Sears Laura & Paul Talbot Linda & Les Secrest Sally & Ross Taylor Rob See Madalyn Teal Marillyn & Gus Seeberger Ellen & Howard Templin Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp Donna Tenney Elizabeth & John Selzer Marvin Thedford Sally & Scott Shafer Cinda Thoma Sara, Michael, & Stephen Shanley Michelle & Stewart Thomas Brenda & Van Sheets Tig Thompson Betty & Burton Shepherd Lee & David Thompson Betty & Rob Shiels Dixey Thornton Andy Shoup Mary Ann & George Till Jeanie & Stuart Sikes Ali & Justin Treaster Allison & Heinz Simon Arthur Tribble Barbara & Mitch Singleton Susan Tritschler Linda & Ellis Skinner Cindy Turner Nancy & Jim Skochdopole Joe Tydlaska Ann & Lee Slaton Shari & Lance Vander Linden Anne & Randolph Slaughter The Fallon & Robie Vaughn Family Jane Slover The Venetos Family Connie Smith Andy Smith & Paul von Wupperfeld Bliss & Pelham Smith Sue & Jay Wagley Charlie & Jim Smith Cathy & Denton Walker Jinny Smith Kathy & Gary Wall Jeanne & J.C. Snead Kathleen & Jay Wallace Kim & Jim Snyder Mary & Matt Waller Margaret & Jaime Spellings Barbara & Roy Washburn Mary & Arnold Spencer Pam Watkins Tiffany & Reed Standly The Brad & Margaret Watson Family

Judy Watson Mary Ann & Keller Webster Hudson Weichsel Sarah & Russell Weinberg CiCi & Giffen Weinmann Shannon & Craig Werthmann Kay & Leo Whelan McKinley & Brandon Wier The Wiggins Family Mrs. Robert E. (Nancy) Wilbur Paige Wilbur Eve & Blake Wiley Karen & Jim Wiley Caroline & Tony Wilks Elizabeth Williams Kathleen & Taylor Wilson Kelly & John Wilson Kristi & Scott Wilson Sherry & Robert Wilson Nancy Wilson Carol Windham Carolyn Wittenbraker Sudie & Gordon Worsham Laura Worsham Lucy Wrubel Sheryl & Phil Wylie Kathy & John Yeaman Barbara & Michael York Anonymous Donors (9) *as of 12/06/2023

Saint Michael would like to thank the following parishioners for their support of the 2024 year: Lynn & Bob Abbott Sandy & Mark Ables Lydia & Bill Addy Leslie & Nassi Agouridis Julie Albert Julie & Mike Allen Joseph Alwyn Chris & Paul Anderson Mary & Jerry Andrlik Sarah & Stephen Angelette Dee Ann & Gregg Anigian Marilyn & Phil Arensberg Nancy Armour Ginger & Allen Baden Margaret Badgett Betty & Jimmy Baird Elizabeth Baker Mary & George Baldwin Pam Barbera Clyde Barnard III Susan & Bill Barnett Susan Barnicoat Kay & Rick Barry Carolyn Barta Hong & Jim Bass Rebecca & Wilson Bauer Beth & Peter Beck Steve Beckham Christy Bednar Amsler & Don Bell Barbara & Randy Biddle Monique & Tom Black Steve Black Molly Steele & Tom Blackmon Kathleen & Robert Blair Kalita & Ed Blessing

Laura & Dan Boeckman Martha & Wade Bogdon Susan & David Boldrick Phyllis & John Boone Len Bourland Allison & Chris Bovard Jim Bovard Dianna & Tom Bowen Rachel & Ken Brannon Gretchen & Reiner Brasch Gayl & Bill Braymer Melanie Brewer Marla & Tony Briggle Margaret & Dave Briggs Adele Broughton Mary Brouillette Ginger Brown Rosamond Brown Sharon & Ron Brown Victoria & Stuart Brown Gail & Jim Browne Elizabeth & Bob Buchanan Susan Buddendorf Lisa & Elliott Burdette Steve Burk Pam Busbee Julie & Chuck Butterworth Janice & Ashburn Bywaters Kathleen & Ban Bywaters Tracey Cabral Henry Cadle Anne & Michael Caffey Joseph Cahoon Mary Agnes Cain Louise Caldwell Shelly Mathis & Scott Calhoun

Deborah McMurray & Glen Davison Shannon Wilson Callewart Maureen & Robert Decherd Lauren Callon Debra & Michael Decker Courtney M. Campbell Janet & Lee Dettra Lynne & Bob Campbell Leslie & George Diamond Edna & Mark Cannata Elaine & Dennis Disney Mary Elizabeth & Scott Canon Mary Adair & Dee Dockery Peggy Carr Michael Dorbandt Carol & Dick Carrington Melvyn Douglas Melissa & James Carry Kay & Robert Dozier Cindy & Jay Carter Nancy & Lowell Duncan Becky & Mike Casey Cynthia Dutter Merrilee & Michael Cate Julie & Steven Eggers Rachel & Aaron Cathey John Ellerman Margaret Cervin Liz Ann Ellinor Betsy & Jim Chambers Joyce & Mike Ernst Suzanne & Lance Charriere Kristen & Harvey Ewing Charles Chernosky Joan Faubion Croft Chestnut Gwendolyn & Bobby Chestnut Pauline Newton & Steve Fellows Sarah & Tom Fenton Coley Clark Terese Finitzo Gail & Bob Clark Wendy Finley Kendall & Craig Clark Libby & Mark Flory Nita & Cullum Clark Charlotte & John Flowers Cindy & Andrew Clendenen Mary Jo & Bart Forbes Carolyn Cochran Debbie & David Fosdick Garland & Mike Cohlmia Jiggs & Todd Foster Anne Coke Dru Francis Judy Cole Kathryn & Jim Francis Jean & George Coleman Cookie & Dick Frazar Kimberly & Joe Colonnetta Kevin Frazar Leslie & George Conant Bonita Frederick Judy & Eric Conner Judy Friedel Squeaky & Paul Connolly Elizabeth & Eric Gambrell Laura Coomes Ann Gardner Katy & Michael Cosby Ruthie Garrett Harriet & Ralph Cousins Teddie & Dan Garrigan Ann Marie Cowdrey Pamela Germany Amy Youngquist & David Cowling Cindy & Kevin Gill Gina & Barry Craig Marcia Gillen Anne & Brent Crawford Dare & Dale Gillette Betsy & Bennett Cullum Eric Gilmour Jeanne Marie & Paul Daggett Nicole & Chris Girata Maria & Richard D’Antoni Mimi & Pax Glenn Lynn & Peter Dauterman Carol & Mark Goglia Susan & Scott Davis

Melanie McGill Rebecca & Mark LaFavre Jane & Ray McGowen Jason Lamb Margaret Cervin Ann and Bob Dyer Diane McGrath Cynthia Lane Betsy and Jim Chambers Sally B. Earnest Victoria & Hunter McGrath Bettina & Herman Lang Mr.Elizabeth and Mrs.&Robert T. 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Durham Jan&and Hancock Betsy RonScott Pedersen Sharon & Bill McGannon RobMerrilee Springer-Kyle & Tom Kyle HollisBrannon KenBarbara and Rachel and Michael Cate Dutter Eileen and Fred Hannum Gray-Leigh Peeler SuzanneCynthia & Patrick McGee Mersine & Steve Ladik Sylvia & Michael Hood Gretchen and Reiner Brasch Rachel and Aaron Cathey

Kathryn & Bard Hoover Margaret & Wade Goodrich Mary Louise & David Hopson Pagett & Mike Gosslee Ingrid & Carter Houghton Jo & Joe Goyne Helen & Jon Houp Robert Graham Ann & Frank Houseman Sue & Andrew Gray Elizabeth & Todd Howard Grace-anne & David Greenblatt Bitsy & Matt Hudnall Jane & Greg Greene Saint Michael would like to thank the following Sally Hudnall Carolyn Gregg parishioners for their support of the 2024 year: Monica & Michael Huggins Hannah & Michael Gresham Cindy & Tom Hughes Louise & Guy Griffeth Sandra Hughes Whitney & Jay Grogan Mr. and Mrs. Mark Ables Melisa Bray Donna & Rob Jody Guenther Lydia and Bill Addy Gayl and Bill Hull Braymer Bea & Walt Humann Mary Kay & Larry Guevel Leslie and Nassi Agouridis Marla and Tony Briggle Nell Anne Hunt Eunice Hamlin Jennifer and John Alexander Mr. and Mrs. Steve Brooks Elizabeth & Cliff Hutchinson Jane & Scott Hancock Chris and Paul Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Brooks Jr. Susan Tucker & Jim Huth Joanne Hardaway Mary andHardy Jerry Andrlik AdeleJackson Broughton Layne Betsy

Connie Webb Salle Stemmons Jennifer & Thomas Russell Kittye & Bill Peeler Sarah & Russell Weinberg Chuck Stewart & John Bergner Susan & Rick Russell Holly & Carlos Peña Margaret Cervin Ann and Bob Dyer CiCi & Giffen Weinmann Tricia & Tom Stewart Deborah Capera Ryan Katherine & Bob Penn Betsy and Jim Chambers Sally B. Earnest Martha Wells Brian Stock Sandy & Jim Saalfield Jim Pennington Mr.Candy and Mrs. RobertStreit T. Chapman Shannon Julie&and Steven Eggers Craig Werthmann & Dennis Ginger Sager Mary Ruth & Jim Perkins Charles Chernosky Kay &John Leo Ellerman Whelan Drew & John Stull Cynthia Sample Nancy Perot & Rod Jones CroftSummers Chestnut Stacy Elliston Ann &and JimChris White Caroline Laurie & Joe Sando Heidi & Tim Perry Saint Michael would like to thank the following Julia & and Bill Whitsitt Carolyn Swann Erica & Charlie Sartain Teresa Person Gwendolyn and Bobby Chestnut Adelaide Chase Erickson parishioners for their support of the 2024 year: Donell & Phillip Wiggins LaurenGail & Stephen Swann Mardie & Alan Schoellkopf Kathryn & Craig Peters and Bob Clark Debra and Thomas Erickson Nancy Wilbur Cindi & Sam Swanson Gail & Patrick Schultz Callie & Malcolm Petersen Sara and Eddie Clark Jan Farabaugh Paige Wilbur Patti & Tom Swiley Cathy &Melisa Tom Schulz Sallyand & Chris Mr. Mrs.Pfeiffer Mark Ables Bray Jeane and Mark Clayton Joan Faubion Karen & Jim Wiley Susan TaCito Sally ChrisBill Schupp Emily & John Phillips Lydia and Bill Addy Gayl& and Braymer Cobb Anita and David Feherty Robyn & Chris Wiley LauraBonnie & Paul Talbot Carolyn & Jack Sears Noralyn & Greg Leslie and NassiPickens Agouridis Marla and Tony Briggle Pauline and Steve Fellows Caroline & Tony Wilks Sally &Anne Ross Coke Taylor Diana Sears Mollie & Paul Pin Jennifer and John Alexander Mr. and Mrs. Steve Brooks Judy Teal Cole Sarah andWilliams Tom Fenton Elizabeth Madalyn Linda & Les Secrest Sallie Plummer Chris and Paul Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Brooks Jr. Kelly &Terese John Finitzo Wilson Ellen Howard Templin Rob See Gigi & Jerry Poglitsch Jean&and George Coleman Mary and Jerry Andrlik Adele Broughton Kristi & Scott Wilson Donna Tenney Marillyn & Gus Seeberger Sandra & Rick Porter Kimberly and Joe Colonnetta Wendy Walters Finley Philip Powell K. Armour Ginger Brown Nancy Wilson Marvin Thedford Carol Roehrig & Fred Seipp Walter Cristie Columbus and Clayton Roberts Jerri Ann and Stuart Fitts Sherry & Robert Wilson Cinda Thoma Elizabeth & JohnBrown Selzer Bill Power Gordon Arnold Rosamond Leslie and George Conant Mr. and Mrs. Mark Flory Nina Works Gail Thomas Linda & Richard Shaffer Pat & Claude Prestidge Meg Badgett Victoria and Stuart Brown Harriet&and Ralph Cousins Charlotte Sheryl &and PhilJohn WylieFlowers Michelle Stewart Thomas Sara Shanley Carol Price Betty and Jimmy Baird Bart Brown Michele M. Crick Mary&JoJohn andYeaman Bart Forbes Kathy LeeMs. & David Thompson Brenda & Van Sheets Dianne & Hervey Priddy Krystal and Robb Baldwin Gail and Jim Browne Crow Lou Fouts Sherry & Mark Yeaman Tig Hunter Thompson Betty & Burton Shepherd Deena & Barry Pryor Mary and George Baldwin Stuart and Diane Bumpas Barbara &Dru Michael Dixey Betty & Rob Shiels Beth & J. Puckett Betsy andThornton Bennett Cullum FrancisYork Mrs.&Pam Pamela Busbee Anonymous (1) Mary Ann & George Till Jeanie & Stuart Sikes Lutetia JackBarbera Raley Ginny and Rick Currey Bonita Donor Frederick Joan and JimReddell Barklow Julie and Chuck Butterworth Carolyn Tilley Linda & Ellis Skinner Kelly & Michael Mason and Allen Custard Mrs. Ann Ramsey Gardner *as of 12/06/2023 Frances & Buzz Tompkins Nancy & Jim Skochdopole Annie Snider Reece Carrie and Steven Becker Kathleen and Ban Bywaters Susan and Josiah Daniel Ruthie Garrett Linda & Mike Tristan Katieand & Stewart Slack PaulaStephen Calise &Beckham Bill Reed Janice Ashburn Bywaters Davis Teddie and Dan Garrigan SueKerri Tritschler AnnHenry & LeeCadle, SlatonJr. Liz Respess Christy Bednar Deborah McMurray Pamela Germany Jo Tuck and Glen Davison Anne & Randy Slaughter Helen Reynolds Christy and Robby Berry Mr. and Mrs. Michael Caffey Catherine and Tom Dean Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Gill Cindy Turner Jane Slover Jenny & Steve Reynolds Dianne Betts Mary Agnes Cain Janet & JoeMichael TydlaskaDecker Joyce & Jack Smiley Debbie & Tom Rhodus Debra and Dare and Dale Gillette Katherine Michael LouiseSmith Caldwell Stephanie & Wes Tydlaska Connie Jeff &and Darrel Rice Blachly Chick and Mike Deegan Nicole and Chris Girata Steve Black Shelly and ScottSmith Calhoun Diane & Dick Urquhart Giovanna & Tim Janie Richard Terry and Mark Demler Carol and Mark Goglia Shari & Lance Vander Linden Jinny Smith Jimand Richards Amy Gary Blackie Shannon Callewart Julia Denegre Sue and Andrew Gray Fallon & Robie Vaughn Julie Smith Phil Diana Ritter Blackman Chris and Lauren Callon Carolyn and Bob Dickson Inge Grayson Lauren & Robert Vaughn Jeanne & J.C. Cristie Columbus Roberts Kalita and& Clayton Ed Blessing Lynne and BobSnead Campbell Elaine and Dennis Disney Jane and Greg Greene Tish & Matthew Visinsky Kim & Jim Snyder Christie Rodriguez Christy Blumenfeld Mary Elizabeth and Scott Canon Sterling Donnelly Shelley and Guion Gregg Andy Smith &and PaulBrendan von Wupperfeld Erik Soliz & Vince Snoddy Ann & Jim Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bogel Judy Canon Cathy & Denton Sharon Spalding Julie & Paul Rogers Rozi and BillWalker Doreen Louise and Guy Griffeth Katherine and Rountree Darren Boruff Carol Richard Carrington Kathy & Gary Wall Karenand & Rand Spencer Needie & Tom Melvyn Douglas Bill and Lisa Griffin Allison and Chris Bovard Carroll Reed Carroll Kathleen & Jay Wallace MaryWatson & Arnoldand Spencer Carolyn & Wyatt Rousseau Chris DuFour Diana and Andrew Grosso Mary & Matt Waller Tiffany & Reed Standly Michele Shad Rowe Tom and& Dianna Bowen Cindy and Jay Carter Ann Dunbar Jody Guenther Barbara & Roy Washburn Joan Stansbury Amanda Dake Chris Rowley Kathy and&David Boyett Becky and Mike Casey Ms.Pam Eleanor K. Durham Jan and Scott Hancock Watkins Tina & Dan Stansbury KenJack and Rubarth Rachel Brannon Merrilee and Michael Cate Cynthia Dutter Eileen and Fred Hannum Judy Watson LaRee & Alan Stein Cary-Elisa & Bobby Rubarts Gretchen and Reiner Brasch Rachel and Aaron Cathey

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Christmas Flower Memorials

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Sunday Tables Now – December 17th As a meaningful complement to Christmas gifts, Heart of Giving is a thoughtful way to spread the spirit of the season by purchasing tax-deductible cards that you can share with family and friends. Each card describes how your gift provides tangible benefits for Mission and Outreach initiatives.

Participate online or by visiting our tables in the church hallways on Sundays. The 2023 beneficiaries are: • Amistad Bolivia Youth Houses: Therapeutic houses for the youth of Amistad experiencing the effects of deep trauma and other mental health issues.

• Tela Honduras Mission:

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The mission team provides flouride and Bible Study resources to the children in the barrios of Tela and the students of Espiritu Santos Episcopal School.

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NEW EPISODE ON THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Next Episode January 3

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Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Young Adults

Adults

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ADULT FORMATION OPPORTUNITY Sundays at 10 a.m.

“The Gift of the Nutcracker” Today, December 17 | Coke Room Led by the Dr. Tim Smith In The Gift of the Nutcracker, author and pastor Matt Rawle takes a look at this Christmas classic in a new way—through the lens of faith. As he explores the story, he helps us understand God’s greatest gift of the Christ child, and the kingdom Christ came to establish. Please join us as a part of your Advent and Christmas journey.

NEW BOOKSHOP HOURS:

The Bookshop is now open with new hours.

Stop in to explore and find that perfect gift for family and friends: Wednesdays: Sundays:

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

8:30 a.m. – Noon

saintmichael.org/youngadults Your 20’s and 30’s are full of transitions, questions, and milestones.

This ministry is a place to pray, learn, serve, and give in the context of genuine community. Meet other young adults through small group bible study, social events, and serving opportunities. Contact Rob Springer-Kyle at 903.405.7447 or rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org.

10 a.m. Young Adult Sunday Formation starts back Sunday, January 21, 2024 with a Kick Off Brunch! Scan the code for more information!

Youth

saintmichael.org/youth The Youth Ministries at Saint Michael and All Angels are for all youth in the 6th – 12th grades. We meet weekly for discipleship, formation, fun, and community throughout the year.

After today, the Youth will break for the holidays and return Sunday, January 7 at 10 a.m. on the second floor of the Youth Center.

Children & Family

saintmichael.org/cfm Children and Family Ministry provides parents and children, ages 0 – 5th grade, with the tools they need to grow in their faith and become faithful disciples of Christ. Fun and interactive programming throughout the year allows families to deepen their connection with each other, God, and the Saint Michael community.

Children’s Formation will resume on Sunday, January 7 at 10 a.m. on the second floor of the Education Center.

Scan the QR code or follow the link below for information on upcoming Sunday Service changes.

Only people with handicapped permits may park in handicapped parking spots. All others will be ticketed.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES ARE LIVE ONLINE! saintmichael.org/construction-impact

Pray, Learn, Serve, & Give Mission & Outreach

For more information on these opportunies or other ways to serve, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle, Associate for Mission and Outreach, at rhinkle@saintmichael.org. A full listing of Mission and Outreach opportunities can be found at saintmichael.org/outreach.

STEPHEN C. FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE Now – December 19 Final drop-off date: December 19

This year we will be sharing Christmas joy with our friends at Stephen C. Foster Elementary through our first annual toy drive for the students grades PreK through 6th grade! We hope all Saint Michael parishioners will consider donating new toys (cost limit $35) toward our goal of collecting 500 toys.

Families are especially encouraged to shop together so that our young members may bring a new toy to share with our neighbors. This drive is a joint effort of Mission and Outreach, Children and Family Ministries, and Saint Michael Episcopal School. Collection boxes will be placed in church and school entrances, and in the Sunday School Hallway.

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Collection boxes will be placed at the school and church entrances.

HEART OF GIVING Read about the beneficiaries of Heart of Giving for 2023 below. Participate online or by visiting our tables in the church hallways on Sundays now – December 17. For more info and to pick up cards, please contact Morgan Wood mwood@saintmichael.org.

Tela Honduras Mission

For fourteen years, every February a group of Saint Michael missionaries returns to Tela, Honduras, to work and worship in partnership with Espiritu Santo, an Episcopal Church and day school. In the local barrios as well as at church, we work with parishioners and senior class members to provide more than 350 children with fluoride treatments, along with toothbrushes and toothpaste, to fit over 200 adults with reading glasses and sunglasses, and to engage more than 450 students in Christian education, which includes storytelling, singing, and crafts.

Tela Honduras Mission Trip February 17 – 24, 2024

Saint Michael will send a team to Tela, Honduras February 17-24, 2024, as we continue our longtime work in this community. For more info, please contact George Baldwin gbinvest@swbell.net.

Amistad, Bolivia Youth Houses

Since 2000, Saint Michael has supported the orphaned children and adolescents of Villa Amistad in Cochabamba, Bolivia, helping to successfully bring them to independent living through life in transitional youth houses. During the pandemic, the adolescents were particularly affected by the isolation of quarantine. Our support will help them receive the educational, medical, spiritual, and emotional support they need to overcome their traumatic past.

Amistad Bolivia Youth Mission Trip July 29 – August 8, 2024 Registration open now.

The trip, led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle and the Saint Michael Youth Minister, Sam Moore, takes place from July 29 – August 8, 2024, at Villa Amistad in Bolivia. For more information, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle at rhinkle@saintmichael.org.

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