STITCH A PI ECE
Adults
saintmichael.org/adults
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso, agrosso@saintmichael.org Dr. Tim Smith, tsmith@saintmichael.org
Children & Families
saintmichael.org/cfm
Meghan Houk, mhouk@saintmichael.org
August 23 | 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Room 212
Learn the basics of choral singing, run fun vocal drills, and enjoy camaraderie with the “veterans” of the Saint Michael Choir.
STANDING COMMITTEE NOMINATIONS
Open Now – September 15
Nominate yourself or someone else for membership on a Standing Committee to amplify and support the work of the Vestry. Working in partnership with staff directors, members of Standing Committees provide strategic advice, tactical support, and overall help in their specialty area.
EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY
Tuesdays, beginning September 9 | Room 200 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 2 – 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Evensong Choral
Featuring the Saint Michael Choristers
Join us for Evensong, where prospective members can experience the beauty of the Chorister program in action. Afterward, kids are invited to a fun mini Chorister rehearsal, followed by a dinner for all current and prospective Choristers and their families. Come see what it’s all about.
*incense will be used at this
EfM enhances spiritual growth and Christian discipleship. Choose between “Wide Angle” EfM which provides an overview of Scripture & Christianity in one year, or “Classic” EfM which takes four years to complete. For either course, participants sign up for a one-year commitment. Registration required. For more info and registration, contact Elizabeth Lang at langelizabeth66@gmail.com or 682 429-3360.
PRIME TIMERS LUNCHEON
Thursday, September 4 | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Room 201
“From the Cold War to the War on Terror.” Dr. Jeffrey Engle, will discuss perspectives from the fall of the Berlin Wall, to the fall of the Twin Towers, and the effects on the globe. The cost is $15, lunch is included. RSVP to Marvin Thedford, mjthed@sbcglobal.net.
CLASS FOR PARENTS: LET’S TACO ‘BOUT FALL
Sunday, August 17 | 10 a.m. | Room 212
Parents of kids Pre-K through High School are invited to meet with Meg Houk, Director of CFM, and Sam Moore, Director of Youth, to hear about the year ahead and ways to involve your family in spiritual formation. Breakfast tacos provided.
Pastoral Care
saintmichael.org/pastoralcare
The Rev. Robin Hinkle, rhinkle@saintmichael.org
Through shared faith and support, navigate life’s challenges and hardships with hope and resilience with others who face similar challenges. Our support groups provide comfort and encouragement in safe and nurturing environments for those dealing with grief, caregiving for a loved one, recovering from addiction, seeking spiritual direction, and more.
Mission & Outreach
saintmichael.org/outreach
The Rev. Robin Hinkle, rhinkle@saintmichael.org
Young Adults
saintmichael.org/youngadults
Rob Springer-Kyle, rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org
PICKLEBALL & FALL KICKOFF
Join other young adults for a fun evening of pizza and pickleball. Help us kick off the fall season, and learn about young adult social, serving, and Bible study opportunities. For event RSVP and location details, contact rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org or text (903) 405-7447.
saintmichael.org/youth smoore@saintmichael.org
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE! | YOUTH GROUP Wednesday, August 20 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Youth Center
JUBILEE PARK COMMUNITY CENTER: BOOK BUDDIES
Beginning in September | Mondays – Thursdays | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Join Jubilee Park as a tutor to provide additional reading instruction to students with the greatest need. Volunteers will spend 30 minutes once a week reading with their Book Buddy beginning in September and lasting until winter break. Orientation and training dates will be made available following signups. Sign up online.
AMISTAD BOLIVIA ADULT MISSION TRIP
Trip dates: October 15 – 22, 2025
Serve on the adult mission to Cochabamba, Bolivia. You will spend a week in fellowship with children who have been abused, abandoned, or orphaned and are given the opportunity to grow into independent adulthood through the Amistad Christian Community. Sign up online.
TELA HONDURAS MISSION
Trip Dates: March 4 – 12, 2026
Serve all ages by providing dental services, leading Christian education activities, and completing construction projects. The team works in the local Barrios and with our partner, Espiritu Santo, an Episcopal Church and day school. If you would like to join this team, please sign up online. For more information, contact George Baldwin, gbinvest@swbell.net.
