FALL WEEKDAY MEDITATIONS WEEKDAYS: NOW – OCTOBER 30
SAINT MICHAEL and All Angels Episcopal Church
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Rooted in Christ we grow together in faith, fellowship, and service. Our generosity strengthens the community we share.
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Experience the joy of sharing Christ's love through friendship. Volunteers will visit our homebound parishioners, building meaningful relationships that provide companionship, connection, and spiritual fulfillment to both the volunteer and the recipient.
Ready to share the joy of friendship? Please contact Terry Demler at tsdemler@gmail.com.
Visit saintmichael.org/stewardship27
Sunday, November 1
All Saints Sunday
with the Rt. Rev. N.T. Wright, Former Bishop of Durham
Join us as we celebrate all of the Saints of God who we remember as examples of heroic faith and the lights of the world in their generations.
October 25, 2026
HONOR OUR HEROES On Sunday, November 8, Saint Michael will host its annual Veterans Day Worship Service. As we prepare a special tribute to recognize our military veterans, we invite you to submit the names of your loved ones by Today, October 25. We are seeking names of individuals who are: • Active duty • Serving in the reserves • Military veterans • Or veterans who have passed away
At 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the Church, we are honored to welcome Bishop Tom Wright as our guest preacher. Join us for this rare and special opportunity!
Celebrate your loved ones by adorning our altars with flowers.
SUNDAY NEWS
RECTOR’S BIBLE STUDY CHRIS GIRATA
MATTHEW
Wednesdays | 10:30 a.m. Parish Hall
The Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost
Saturday, October 31 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | West Lot SaintMichaelsMarket.com
Adults
Mission & Outreach
Dr. Tim Smith, tsmith@saintmichael.org
Rob Springer-Kyle, rspringer-kyle@saintmichael.org Allison Nors, anors@saintmichael.org
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PRIME TIMERS NOVEMBER LUNCHEON
Thursday, November 5 | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Parish Hall
All Souls Evensong SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 4 PM | CHURCH This is an annual service where congregants come to honor loved ones lost throughout the year and light a candle in their honor. *incense will be used at this service
Join us to hear the life story and extreme weight loss journey of Rick Salewske. His transformation by losing almost 300 pounds eventually led to his appearance on national television programs such as Oprah’s show. Rick, who is a parishioner of Saint Michael, will tell “the unvarnished truth” about his journey and its ups and downs. Register now!
TAILGATE ON THE BOULEVARD
Saturday, November 14 | Gametime TBA
Burgers, brats and beverages on the Boulevard to root on the SMU Mustangs. Come enjoy the ambiance and experience of tailgating on the Boulevard, an SMU tradition. The cost of game tickets is $66. Wives are invited. For more information, contact tsmith@saintmichael.org.
Youth
saintmichael.org/youth
Sam Moore, smoore@saintmichael.org
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE! | YOUTH GROUP Wednesday, October 28 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Youth Center
the
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YOUTH WITH A MISSION HOMES OF HOPE This fall, Saint Michael invites our families
Join us for a special fall gathering to learn more about the newly formed Gateway of Grace Women’s Society and enjoy the fellowship of other women. Experience Mother Samira’s story and the fulfillment of her long-held dream of the Women’s Society.
JUBILEE PARK SENIOR HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Thursday, November 19 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Jubilee Park
Join our team in hosting a heartwarming holiday luncheon for the seniors at Jubilee. We’re looking for volunteers to help with event preparations and to serve during the luncheon. Can’t attend the event? You can still make a meaningful impact by donating a sweet, homemade loaf of bread — a simple gift that brings joy. Learn more and sign up online.
COSTA RICA FAMILY MISSION TRIP
November 20 – 23, 2026 | San Jose, Costa Rica
This trip is designed for families with children in middle school and older, offering a service opportunity that deepens faith through hands‑on work. Over a single long weekend, our team will construct a two‑room house from the ground up, working alongside the receiving family.
Meghan Houk, mhouk@saintmichael.org
This February, a group of Saint Michael missionaries returns to Tela, Honduras for a week to work and worship in partnership with Espiritu Santo, an Episcopal Church and day school. We will work with parishioners and senior class members to provide over 350 children with fluoride treatments, along with toothbrushes and toothpaste, fit over 200 adults with reading glasses and sunglasses, and engage over 450 students in Christian Education, through storytelling, singing, and crafts.
saintmichael.org/cfm
Wednesdays | SMES Music Room SMES and PreK – K | 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. PreK – 2nd Grade | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
The Saint Michael Cherub Choir is a fun music exploration time for younger children. Kids are taught the basics of healthy singing, music literacy, and liturgical formation through songs, Bible stories, and crafts. Cherub Choir is for children who are pre-K through 2nd grade. Today, October 25 | 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (individual slots) | Music Suite
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA | NOVEMBER 20 – 23
Tuesday, October 27 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Parish Hall
TELA, HONDURAS MISSION TRIP
NATIVITY PAGEANT AUDITIONS
COSTA RICA MISSION TRIP
GATEWAY OF GRACE: FALL INFORMATIONAL GATHERING
Children & Families CHERUB CHOIR RECRUITMENT
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | 7 PM | CHURCH
saintmichael.org/outreach
Calling all 3rd – 8th graders! Sign up to audition for this year’s Nativity pageant and be part of this wonderful tradition to share the story of Jesus’ birth! Children ages 3–2nd grade will be able to sign up to participate in late November and will be assigned a role based on their age or grade. The pageant will take place on December 13. Sign up now!
February 13 – 20, 2027 | Tela, Honduras
youth
HALLOWEEN party
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 6:30 – 8 PM YOUTH CENTER