Scott Painter

Uncommon People in Common Prayer

Much of the time, we don’t read directly from The Book of Common Prayer—like, from the actual book—most Sundays at St. Michael’s. You probably see it every week, peeking over the pew racks in back of each row, right next to hymnals and miscellaneous information cards.

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Pride Parade on July 16

A wonderful time was had by all who participated in the 2023 Pride Parade on Sunday, July 16! Over 25 folks walked behind two St. Michael’s banners.

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A New Option for Sunday Bulletin

For the next few weeks, we will be trying an experiment. We’ll offer the Sunday worship bulletin in two formats – printed paper copy and digital download for your smartphone or tablet.

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The Great AMEN

A word we say quite a lot around church is the word amen. It shows up at the end of collects, acclamations, petitions and prayers throughout our liturgies.

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Backpacks & School Supplies Collection

As we have for many years, St. Michael’s is collecting new backpacks, school supplies and gift cards for local children in the foster-care system. Please bring items to the church on Sunday, July 23, through Sunday, August 20.

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Pride Parade on Sunday!

The Portland Pride Parade is almost here! It is being held this coming Sunday, July 16, and St. Michael’s is pulling out all the stops. We have two brand-new banners to display! They are beautiful and will show the world that St. Michael’s cares about and celebrates all people everywhere. We hope that lots of you will come out to walk with us.

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Reflection from a Youth-Group Member

On July 4-8, four youth from St. Michael & All Angels attended Episcopal Youth Event (EYE) in Baltimore with others from around the Episcopal Church in Western Oregon and across The Episcopal Church. Rising high school senior Lucy offers this reflection from her experience at #EYE23.

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