Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Announcements for Week Ending November 30, 2008

Announcements


Thanksgiving Mass and Meal - The holidays are rapidly approaching. Save the date! A special 10:30 am Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated and a communal meal to follow in the parish center this Thursday, November 27th. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, beverages and friendship and fellowship will be provided. Just bring a side dish or dessert to share! Sign-up sheets at the back of church.

ECW QUILT RAFFLE - The ECW handmade quilt raffle has been moved to the English Tea on Saturday May 9, 2009. This gorgeous quilt may be seen in the church office. Tickets are on sale.

NOVEL THEOLOGY - The next meeting of our book club, Novel Theology, is on Thursday December 4th at 6:30 pm. We are reading March, a story of the civil war written by Geraldine Brooks. Our gathering will be held at Sally Creswell’s house. Books and study guides are provided! We welcome newcomers. Join us for lively discussion and good company. Call Lynette Emory for your materials and more information.

St. Michael’s Angel Food - St. Michael’s Angel Food is ready for pick-up at the church office. If you have forgotten to order the candy or thought of another special person you would like to remember this holiday season, we have extra boxes just waiting for you!

TAIZE PRAYER SERVICE - Taize Ecumenical Prayer Evenings continue at 7 PM on First Friday’s at Our Mother of Sorrows Parish, 1800 S. Kolb Road. The prayer service is for reconciliation, healing and unity among Christians. Congregants from many churches in the city make up the Taize-style prayer community over these past few months. The Taize-style prayer services brings about a unique gift of spiritual ecumenism. The next Taize prayer service is Friday December 5th at 7 PM.

HOLIDAY GREENS - St. Michael’s Angels Parent Organization is excited to announce their annual Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser. Brochures and order blanks are in the back of church. Simply complete the form and return it to the church office with payment. Please know that $10 – $12.00 per wreath comes back to St. Michael’s Day School!

St. Michael’s Advent International Bazaar
Saturday December 6 ~ 5 – 8 PM
Opening Reception & Sale.
Sunday December 7 ~ 9 AM – 3 PM
All participating groups.

Gifts, Food and Music

Opportunities for Giving

ANGEL TREE Giving 2008 - Next Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent. Angel Tree tags will be available for pick-up from the Christmas Tree at the back of church. Please be sure to sign the sheet on the usher’s table so that we will know what children’s names have been taken.
This year we have 35 children and will also be buying groceries for Christmas baskets for several of the families. I appreciate all the donations you have made in the past for the Angel Tree project. This year I need all the gifts returned to the office or brought to the tree no later than Wednesday, December 17th.

Please remember to include the tags for return if any of the items are the wrong size or color. Most stores will give these when the gift is purchased. For any of you who would like to participate but are unable to shop, let me know and I will be glad to take care of it for you.
May God Bless all of you during this wonderful time of the year. Please call me if you have any questions or have any problems with your gifts. Thanking you in advance for your generosity – Ancelyn Smith

LAST CALL for Fr. Smith’s “shoe box” charity project. Shoe boxes are still available this weekend at the back of church with a list inside with suggestions of what is needed to fill them. Just fill and wrap the boxes (the top lid wrapped and separated from the box) and return to the church office no later than Tuesday, December 2, 2008.

Parish Life is Growing -
When Will We See You?


Walk through Winterhaven – Friday December 19 – Meet at MacArthurs after for hot drinks and cookies.

Mark Your Calendar! Gaslight Theater - Sunday February 8th at 3 PM. Sign up begins January 4, 2009.

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Announcements for Week Ending November 23, 2008

Announcements


Thanksgiving Mass and Meal - The holidays are rapidly approaching. Save the date! A special 10:30 am Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated and a communal meal to follow in the parish center on Thursday November 27th. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, beverages and friendship and fellowship will be provided. Just bring a side dish or dessert to share! Sign-up sheets at the back of church.

NOVEL THEOLOGY - The next meeting of our book club, Novel Theology, is on Thursday December 4th at 6:30 pm. We are reading March, a story of the civil war written by Geraldine Brooks. Our gathering will be held at Sally Creswell’s house. Books and study guides are provided! We welcome newcomers. Join us for lively discussion and good company. Call Lynette Emory for your materials and more information. (745-2892)

EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN - St. Michael’s ECW will meet this Wednesday, November 19th beginning at 10:30 AM in the Parish Center. All women are invited and encouraged to attend.

St. Michael’s Angel Food - It’s time again for St. Michael’s Angel Food. Remember an angel you love this coming Christmas holiday with the best coconut macadamia toffee you have ever tasted. Orders can still be taken!

TAIZE PRAYER SERVICE - Taize Ecumenical Prayer Evenings continue at 7 PM on First Friday’s at Our Mother of Sorrows Parish, 1800 S. Kolb Road. The prayer service is for reconciliation, healing and unity among Christians. Congregants from many churches in the city make up the Taize-style prayer community over these past few months. The Taize-style prayer services brings about a unique gift of spiritual ecumenism. The next Taize prayer service is Friday December 5th at 7 PM.

HOLIDAY GREENS - St. Michael’s Angels Parent Organization is excited to announce their annual Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser. Brochures and order blanks are in the back of church. Simply complete the form and return it to the church office with payment. Please know that $10 – $12.00 per wreath comes back to St. Michael’s Day School!

Just a friendly reminder – Altar Guild dues are payable now through December!

“FRIENDSHIP-FELLOWSHIP” LUNCHEON - We are inviting everyone to a “Friendship-Fellowship” Luncheon on the third Monday of every month from September to May in the Parish Center. We will always be here for you. Please join us for a catered luncheon by “Joy”. The cost is only $10.00 and does require a reservation. Sign-up sheets are located in the back of church. Won’t you mark your calendars and join us for a relaxed hour or two. Bring a friend!
Next luncheon is this Monday November 17 at 11:30 am.

St. Michael’s Advent International Bazaar
Saturday December 6 ~ 5 – 8 PM
Opening Reception & Sale.
Sunday December 7 ~ 9 AM – 3 PM
All participating groups.

Gifts, Food and Music

Opportunities for Giving

CASA MARIA will meet Friday November 21 at 6 pm. in the Parish Center to prepare 500 sack lunches for the homeless and needy, in a dark season when need is increasing. Just bring 2 dozen boiled, shelled eggs, friends to make for light work and empty boxes for hauling the completed lunches. Join them for fellowship and to help with this good work.

It’s time for Fr. Smith’s “shoe box” charity project. Shoe boxes are still available this weekend at the back of church with a list inside with suggestions of what is needed to fill them. Just fill and wrap the boxes (the top lid wrapped and separated from the box) and return to the church office no later than Tuesday, December 2, 2008.

SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE - Social Action Committee has changed its meeting to THIRD SATURDAY of each month at 9 AM. (following the 8:30 am Saturday Mass) Please join us Saturday November 22 in the Parish Center, over coffee (provided) and accompaniments (bring anything you like, or nothing - - but come.) Agenda includes priorities for end-of-year donations from Social Concerns funds, discussion re- nominations for Vestry and Diocesan Convention. This is an open committee. Anyone who attends has a voice and a vote. Please join us and strengthen the process. Additional agenda items, contact Peggy Van Norman.

Parish Life is Growing -
When Will We See You?


Walk through Winterhaven – Friday December 19 – Meet at MacArthurs after for hot drinks and cookies.

Mark Your Calendar! Gaslight Theater - Sunday February 8th at 3 PM. Sign up begins January 4, 2009.

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

Announcements for Week Ending November 9, 2008

Announcements


ALL SOULS - There are extra envelopes in the back of church for all those who would like to have their deceased loved ones remembered during the Annual Novena of All Souls which begins on Monday November 3 and concludes on Tuesday November 11. put your envelope in the collection basket or bring to the parish office.

HOLIDAY GREENS - St. Michael’s Angels Parent Organization is excited to announce their annual Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser. Brochures and order blanks are in the back of church. Simply complete the form and return it to the church office with payment. Please know that $10 – $12.00 per wreath comes back to St. Michael’s Day School!

Just a friendly reminder – Altar Guild dues are payable now through December!

Knitters and quilters will meet Saturday November 8 at 10:30 am, at Mary Gayle Nash’s home. Car pool from St. Michael’s. Please bring a salad.

St. Michael’s Advent International Bazaar
Saturday December 6 ~ 5 – 8 PM
Opening Reception & Sale.
Sunday December 7 ~ 9 AM – 3 PM
All participating groups.

Gifts, Food and Music

Opportunities for Giving

IT’S TIME AGAIN FOR ST. MICHAEL’S ANGEL FOOD.
Remember an angel you love this coming Christmas holiday
with the best coconut macadamia toffee you have ever tasted!
Order forms are located in back of church.

Be an angel and help with the production of this delicious
angel food. Sign-up sheets are located in the back of church!
The Candy Making will begin on Saturday, November 8th.

Altar Guild: Do you feel there could be something more that you could offer to God and your church other than your monetary stewardship? Consider joining the Altar Guild! The Altar Guild is responsible for preparing those things necessary for the celebration of the Eucharist and the observance of other Sacraments of the church. Please contact the Parish Office for more information.


Parish Life is Growing -
When Will We See You?


Mark Your Calendar! Gaslight Theater - Sunday February 8th at 3 PM ~ Stay Tuned!

Concert Announcement

Whisperings in Concert
Saturday, December 6th at 7:00 pm
at St. Michael's and All Angels Episcopal Church
602 North Wilmot Road, Tucson, AZ 85711


Featuring Piano Performances by
Liz Story,
Joseph Akins and
Lisa Downing


Tickets are $20 for Adults
$15 for Seniors and Under 18

Buy Tickets Online
at BrownPaperTickets.com
or Call the 24/7 Brown Paper Tickets Hotline
at 1-800-838-3006 to order by phone.