The new graphics on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall are an invitation to become more connected to St. Michael’s by finding a place to serve. Together, we can find new ways to use our spiritual gifts to contribute and grow in community. It started out as part of the newly formed Newcomers Committee’s efforts to help newer folks find their way more easily into parish life.
The young people from the Joyful Players classroom (3rd grade & up) are getting ready to present the story “A Tale of Three Trees” at the 9 & 11 o’clock liturgies next Sunday, April 28. This beloved folktale explores the hopes and dreams we have for ourselves – and the even greater dream that God dreams for each of us.
The Creation Care Team invites you to an Earth Day Forum between services on Sunday, April 21. We will show the exciting new movie, “Common Ground,” a film that explains how regenerating the world’s soils has the potential to rapidly stabilize the Earth’s climate, restore lost ecosystems and create abundant food supplies.
On Sunday, April 21, the St. Michael’s Singers are split in two with the tenors and basses at 9:00 am and the sopranos and altos at 11:00 am. They will each sing anthems on the theme of the Good Shepherd, including a charming communion anthem by Natalie Sleeth featuring two flutes, with soloists Brian Fairbanks and Sundance Henry.
Dear Friends,
We have been praying through some difficult things together. Many of our beloveds in the parish and in our
circles of connection, and many of us ourselves, are experiencing illness and difficulty in our bodies, in our
mental health, and even in our relationships. Today I want to say a few things about pastoral care.
The ancient art of pysanky dates back to pre-Christian times. All are invited to come learn about the history of this beautiful tradition, the tools used and the meaning behind the colors and symbols. A short demonstration will model the process of creating pysanky. Helen C. will present this forum on Sunday, April 14, at 10:15 am in the Nativity Hall.
The memorial service for devoted choir member Sandy Yarno, who passed away in November, is this Saturday at 1:00 pm. Members from both adult choirs will combine to sing two anthems in memory of Sandy, including Bobby McFerrin’s beloved arrangement of the 23rd Psalm. We are honored to celebrate Sandy’s legacy of loyal, joyful singing!
As a way of acting out our faith, we can engage with and help form public policy. Peter Sergienko has been working for several years to draft and pass federal climate legislation to stop climate pollution that is commonly known as “The Earth Bill.” The Earth Bill network is now seeking senate sponsors,
Sunday Services
7:30 – Rite I Traditional language with no music.
9:00 – Rite II Holy Eucharist with choir
11:00 – Inclusive language with choir
1:00 pm – Misa en Español
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