FALL WEEKDAY MEDITATIONS WEEKDAYS: NOW – OCTOBER 30
SAINT MICHAEL and All Angels Episcopal Church
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 | 5 – 7 PM
Together we embrace a new beginning, strengthen our discipleship our roots in Christ, and grow our Parish through generous and faithful hearts.
SPEAKER SERIES #1
an Evening with Best-selling Author, Tommy Spaulding TO PURCHASE SEASON TICKETS, SCAN THE QR CODE OR VISIT WOMENOFSAINTMICHAEL.COM.
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! WELCOME
September 27, 2026 Sunday, November 1
SEPTEMBER
All Saints Sunday
NEW TO SAINT MICHAEL?
with the Rt. Rev. N.T. Wright, Former Bishop of Durham
We’re glad you’re here. We would love to get to know you, answer your questions, and help you find your place at Saint Michael. Scan the QR code or email welcome@saintmichael.org.
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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. 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!
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Wednesdays | 10:30 a.m. Parish Hall
The Feast of Saint Michael
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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 OCTOBER LUNCHEON
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS WITH SPECIAL MUSIC FROM THE SAINT MICHAEL CHORISTERS
Sunday, October 4 | 4 – 5 p.m. | The Plaza
From kittens to chickens, guppies to puppies, our clergy will be blessing all pets great and small. This free event celebrating the Feast of St. Francis is open to the entire community, so come and enjoy this wonderful annual tradition. A short liturgy will be led by the clergy and our Saint Michael choristers, followed by individual pet blessings. Each pet will receive a lovely St. Francis medallion for their pet collar. Refreshments for pets and their humans will be served. saintmichael.org/petblessing
Thursday, October 1 | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Parish Hall
Ray and Patsy Nasher were legendary collectors of some of the most important art of the 20th century. They believed that art should enhance everyday environments as we can see by the art at NorthPark Center and the Nasher Sculpture Center. Their biography, vision, and approach to collecting art will be highlighted in this program. Lunch priced at $18 for online registration and $20 at the door. Register now!
OCTOBER 16 & 17 at SAINT MICHAEL
Calling all songwriters in DFW! This in-person retreat is designed for artists to connect and collaborate with their Creator and creative community while unlocking the courage of using the Psalms to write from a place of lament.
For more information, scan the QR code or contact Justin Brooks at jbrooks@saintmichael.org.
Be our guest and join us for fun and laughter mixed in with hamburgers, cold brews and Thursday night football at the home of James Carry. No cost for this event. All parking will be by complementary valet.
GATEWAY OF GRACE: FALL INFORMATIONAL GATHERING
Youth
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE! | YOUTH GROUP
Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Youth Center
Children & Families
YOUTH WITH A MISSION HOMES OF HOPE This fall, Saint Michael invites our families
October 27 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Atrium
This 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 fulfilment of her long-held dream of the Women’s Society.
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.
saintmichael.org/cfm
Meghan Houk, mhouk@saintmichael.org
CHERUB CHOIR RECRUITMENT 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. October 18 & 25 | 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (individual slots) | Music Suite
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA | NOVEMBER 20 – 23
Now – October 2
Thursday, October 22 | 6 – 8 p.m. | 5446 N. Dentwood Drive, Dallas
MEN OF SAINT MICHAEL FALL COOKOUT
NATIVITY PAGEANT AUDITIONS
COSTA RICA MISSION TRIP
SMES & SAINT MICHAEL COAT DRIVE: FOR ST. PHILIP’S SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY CENTER Help us keep our young neighbors warm during the cold winter months! In support of this outreach project headed up by the Saint Michael Episcopal School, the church is collecting new coats and jackets in all children and teen sizes. Coats will be given to kids or their parents at the St. Philip’s Christmas Store in December. Collection bins will be at the school entrance, the atrium, the parking garage connector, and outside of the church and the chapel.
Sam Moore, smoore@saintmichael.org
SONGWRITERS SONGWRITERS RETREAT RETREAT
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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!
S E O R E H R U O R O N HO On Sunday, November 8, Saint Michael will host its annual Veterans Day Worship Service. As we prepare a special tribute to recognize the military veterans, we invite you to submit the names of your loved ones by Sunday, October 25. We are seeking names of individuals who are: • Active duty • Serving in the reserves • Military veterans • Or veterans who have passed away