Monthly Archives: January 2015

Did you know that as members of the Church, you have a job description? 

Q.   What is the ministry of the laity? A.   The ministry of lay persons is to represent Christ and his Church; to bear witness to him wherever they may be; and, according to the gifts given them, to carry … Continue reading

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November Vestry Meeting Minutes

Attendees: Mother Leslie, Dan Botticello, Janet Hansen, Greg Hume, Tad McCall Karen Ruff, Mick Sutter, Alice Thomas, Laura West; Absent: Molly French Mick prayed open the meeting at 7:33 pm, selecting from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer. Actions Taken Vestry approved … Continue reading

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Tickets available for Oktoberfest, Feb. 7 at 7 pm

Join us on Sat., Feb. 7 at 7 PM for an evening of fun with brats, beverages, munchies and trivia in the parish hall. Invite your friends and form a team! Tickets ($10 per person) are being sold during both … Continue reading

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Getting to Know Fellow Parishioners

Dinner Circles are a way for parishioners of St. Michael’s to get to know each other better by enjoying a meal and conversation in one another’s homes. Circles are six to eight people–generally from four to six households. Each household hosts … Continue reading

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XYZ Potluck Lunch: The Symbolism of the Cross

Join us, Thu., Feb. 5, for a potluck lunch. David Donaldson will discuss the cross as a Christian symbol and display samples from his collection of pectoral and art-crafted crosses. Note: If you have a cross that is unusual or has special … Continue reading

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Oktoberfest in February Quiz Night

Join us on Sat., Feb. 7 at 7 PM for an evening of fun with brats, beverages, munchies and trivia in the parish hall. Invite your friends and form a team! Tickets ($10 per person) are being sold during both … Continue reading

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January Mission and Outreach Collections

Basket Collection Approximately 85 pairs of new socks were delivered to recipients at Opportunity Place, thanks to the very generous parishioners of St. Michael’s during the Nov. and Dec. 2014 basket collection. Opportunity Place is located on Four Mile Run, … Continue reading

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Epiphany Snow Message

The snow last Tuesday (Jan. 6) was an unwelcome and intrusive surprise, upending schedules and injecting hazards into routines. It was natural to focus on the challenges of the day and overlook the potential for grace. Yet on this Epiphany, a messenger (the … Continue reading

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