Announcements for Week Ending August 5th 2007

Announcements

Mark your calendar for this Thursday, August 2, 2007. Cathedral Health Services will offer Wellness Screening here at St. Michaels. Flyers detailing these screenings are available in the back of church or from the parish office.

Hebrew Classes have resumed on Wednesdays at 8:45 am until 9:45 in the Womble Library. The emphasis is on beginning Hebrew. If you have ever thought about taking a class in Hebrew, then this class is for you. Everyone is welcome!

Casa Maria Volunteers will meet THIS FRIDAY at 6:00 pm, in the Parish Center to prepare sack lunches. Your help is needed – the volunteers can always use a few extra hands and SHELLED hard boiled eggs. Join them for fellowship and to help with this good work.

The Barnabus Group now meets at the OLD PUEBLO GRILL at 60 North Alvernon Way. The Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 11:30 am. The next meeting will take place Monday, August 13, 2007. Susan Bedrick will be our Guest Speaker. Barnabas Group offers encouragement for those who have at sometime experienced a loss. Please call Peggy Speese at 325-0708 for reservations at least three days prior to the meeting.

Guest Ministry reminds everyone who ordered a nametag to pick it up in the back of church clipped to ribbons.

Church Directories are available in the back of church for those who have had their picture taken. The directories are also available for purchase price of $5.00 from the Parish Office

Upcoming Events

A Bowling Night will be held on August 10 at 5:30 pm at Camino Seco Lanes (114 S. Camino Seco). A sign up sheet is located in the back of church.

A Dinner Night will take place at the Lotus Garden tentatively scheduled to the second half of August. Details to follow.

A Theater Night will take place at the Gaslight Theater in October. More information will follow.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! GUEST MINISTRY will be hosting a “Guest Luncheon” (for newcomers to St. Michaels following the 10:00 am service in September. The date and more info will follow.) Won’t you join us in showing hospitality at this fun and important event? Guest Ministry continues on August 14, 28 and September 11 and 25. Call Al DeAugustine or Carol Brandon for details or simply show up on August 14th or 20th.

Have you ever considered the Ministry of serving on Sundays as a Chalice Bearer during communion or a Lector (Reader of the Scripture)? This is for YOU! There will be a training session facilitated by Priest Angela on Saturday, September 15th from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. This is an excellent opportunity for service and giving to your church.

Habitat for Humanity needs you! Mark your calendars for Sept. 11! While some people build houses more of us can gather furniture, furnishings, yard equipment, books, and ordinary yard and household items for re-sale at the HabiStore. Watch the newsletter for more details. If you are interested in helping to coordinate this event, please contact Priest Angela.

Today we welcomed Bonnie Kampa, Executive Director of Interfaith Community Services. This interfaith organization has been serving greater Tucson and Pima County since 1985. Their primary purpose is to provide care giving and social services to the elderly, disabled persons and individuals/families in financial crisis in our community. St. Michael and All Angels has expanded its outreach to the community through I.C.S. - more details to follow.

WISH LIST FOR THE WOMBLE LIBRARY ~ this is a work in progress. We HAVE a seamstress to sew the room darkening drapes for the windows. We still would like sheers to cover the windows when the drapes are open; a rug for the floor; a computer, the library has an Internet connection available. Stop by and see the progress. We are striving to make the library a quiet place to read, hold meetings and in general make it a more warm and welcoming useful addition to the facilities at St. Michaels.

Lots and Lots of Sermons Posted at Last

Father Smith has been hard at work uploading sermons via Hipcast.com. Here are the links!

	Father Smith: "The Kingdom of God is Near" Sermon Proper 9C MP3 File
	The Rev. Angela Emerson "Who Do You Say I Am - Learning How to Be a Church" Sermon Proper 8C MP3 File
	The Rev. Angela Emerson "Head or Heart?" MP3 File
	Father Smith: "The Church: Hospital for Sinners" Sermon on June 17, 2007 MP3 File
	Rev. Angela Emerson: "Let's Dance" MP3 File
	Father Ireland: "A Pastor and a Son" Sermon on Mother's Day 2007 MP3 File
	Father Smith: "Pentecost: Fire for God" Sermon Pentecost Sunday 2007 MP3 File
	Father Smith: "Trinity: God's Circle Dance" Sermon Trinity Sunday 2007 MP3 File

Double-click to play on your default audio player (RealPlayer, Windows Media Player, Liquid Audio, Quicktime, etc.)

Announcements for Week Ending July 29th 2007

Announcements

The Funeral Mass for Bob Green will be held Tuesday, July 24th at 11 AM. May his soul and the souls of the departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.

The Messenger copy deadline – please submit your article to the church office no later than this Friday, July 27.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, August 2, 2007. Cathedral Health Services will offer Wellness Screening here at St. Michaels. Flyers detailing these screenings are available in the back of church or from the parish office.

Hebrew Classes will resume Wednesday, July 25 at 8:45 am until 9:45 in the Womble Library. Everyone is welcome!

Guest Ministry reminds everyone who ordered a nametag to pick it up in the back of church clipped to ribbons.

Church Directories are available in the back of church for those who have had their picture taken. The directories are also available for purchase price of $5.00 from the Parish Office

Upcoming Events

A Bowling Night will be held on August 10 at 5:30 pm at Camino Seco Lanes (114 S. Camino Seco). A sign up sheet is located in the back of church.

A Dinner Night will take place at the Lotus Garden tentatively scheduled to the second half of August. Details to follow.

A Theater Night will take place at the Gaslight Theater in October. More information will follow.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

GUEST MINISTRY (FORMERLY NEWCOMER MINISTRY) WILL MEET on the Tuesdays of : July 24, August 14 and August 28. The committee meets at the Womble Library at 7:00 pm. We are always looking for new members. This is our way of having the opportunity to serve the Parish of St. Michael and All Angels. Won’t you join us?

Have you ever considered the Ministry of serving on Sundays as a Chalice Bearer during communion or a Lector (Reader of the Scripture)? This is for YOU! There will be a training session facilitated by Priest Angela on Saturday, September 15th from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. This is an excellent opportunity for service and giving to your church.

Habitat for Humanity needs you! Mark your calendars for Sept. 11! While some people build houses more of us can gather furniture, furnishings, yard equipment, books, and ordinary yard and household items for re-sale at the HabiStore. Watch the newsletter for more details. If you are interested in helping to coordinate this event, please contact Priest Angela.

WISH LIST FOR THE WOMBLE LIBRARY ~ this is a work in progress. We HAVE a seamstress to sew the room darkening drapes for the windows. We still would like sheers to cover the windows when the drapes are open; a rug for the floor; a computer, the library has an Internet connection available. Stop by and see the progress. We are striving to make the library a quiet place to read, hold meetings and in general make it a more warm and welcoming useful addition to the facilities at St. Michaels.

Announcements for Week Ending July 22nd 2007

Announcements

The Funeral Mass for Dolores Joan Braren will be held Tuesday, July 17th at 11 AM. May her soul and the souls of the departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen

“Safeguarding God’s Children” will be presented on Saturday, July 21 from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. This course is a requirement
of the Diocese for any employee or volunteer who has any regular contact with children.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, August 2, 2007. Cathedral Health Services will offer Wellness Screening here at St. Michaels. Flyers detailing these screenings are available in the back of church or from the parish office.

Saint Andrew’s Bach Society will present “Brothers and Sisters” on Sunday, July 15th at 3 pm at Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (2331 East Adams Street tickets available at the door. More info: 323-2771 or www.standrewstucson.org

August – plans are forming for a bowling night and another dinner night ~ please let Julia Taylor know of your recommendations for restaurants or other areas of interest for Parish Life activities.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

GUEST MINISTRY (FORMERLY NEWCOMER MINISTRY) WILL MEET on the Tuesdays of : July 24, August 14 and August 28. The committee meets at the Womble Library at 7:00 pm. We are always looking for new members. This is our way of having the opportunity to serve the Parish of St. Michael and All Angels. Won’t you join us?

Have you ever considered the Ministry of serving on Sundays as a Chalice Bearer during communion or a Lector (Reader of the Scripture)? This is for YOU! There will be a training session facilitated by Priest Angela on Saturday, September 15th from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. This is an excellent opportunity for service and giving to your church.

Habitat for Humanity needs you! Mark your calendars for Sept. 11! While some people build houses more of us can gather furniture, furnishings, yard equipment, books, and ordinary yard and household items for re-sale at the HabiStore. Watch the newsletter for more details. If you are interested in helping to coordinate this event, please contact Priest Angela.

We are looking for a substitute volunteer for the next three Monday mornings from 9:00 am until 12:30 pm. Duties include answering the phone, giving out food bags and helping the office staff as needed. Please contact the parish office.

WISH LIST FOR THE WOMBLE LIBRARY ~ this is a work in progress. We HAVE a seamstress to sew the room darkening drapes for the windows. We still would like sheers to cover the windows when the drapes are open; a rug for the floor; a computer, the library has an Internet connection available. Stop by and see the progress. We are striving to make the library a quiet place to read, hold meetings and in general make it a more warm and welcoming useful addition to the facilities at St. Michaels.

Announcements for Week Ending June 24th 2007

Announcements

What is your image of God? Beginning next Sunday, June 24 and continuing for six consecutive Sundays, we will gather in the library for reflection on the Biblical image of God as one who provides divine nourishment. No study is necessary although a review of the Biblical texts for the week is encouraged. Please bring your Bible. We will meet from 9am – 9:45 am in the Womble Library. The text for June 24 is: Exodus 16; Numbers 11.

Tombstone Arizona – home of the oldest Protestant Church in Arizona. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Tombstone is celebrating the 125th anniversary of Tombstone with an authentic 1882 Eucharist on Saturday, June 30 at 11:00 am. We will carpool to Tombstone. The caravan leaves promptly at 9:00 am. The festivities last all day.

Novel Theology meets the first Thursday of each month from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. The next meeting is Thursday, July 5 at the home of Delores Braren. The book ~ The Innocent Man by John Grisham.

The E.C.W. will hold a luncheon this Wednesday, June 20. The meeting will begin at 10:00 am in the Parish Center followed by the luncheon at 11:30 am. A donation of $7.00 is requested to help defray the cost of the luncheon. (Don’t forget, it’s not too late for dues, just bring them to the meeting!)

Upcoming Events
Parish Life is Growing!! When will we see YOU?!

July 3 ~ pre- July 4th celebration ~ Save the evening for old-fashioned fun – picnic – games. There will be a very traditional cookout and rousing patriotic music by the Skyline Brass Quintet. The festivities will take place in the Church Court Yard. During the music, we will have a parade of bicycles, tricycles, baby strollers and other decorated items (including you and your children.) Come at 5 pm for games and food – the music starts at 7:00 pm. Bring a side dish to share!! Hot dogs provided, if you have a “special meat” we’ll provide space on the grill!

August – plans are forming for a bowling night and another dinner night ~ please let Julia Taylor know of your recommendations for restaurants.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

Will you re-enlist for another tour of duty? Habitat for Humanity is having a building day on September 11, 2007. We are invited to participate in an Episcopal Fellowship Build in which we join with other Episcopal Churches in the area to work on one house. We need your help! Even if you can’t hammer, you can always tote! Come and join the fun! Contact Priest Angela if you are interested in participating. Sorry! You must be an adult to participate.

Guest Ministry (formerly Newcomer Ministry) will meet on the Tuesdays of June 26; July 24; August 14; and August 27. The committee meets at the Womble Library at 7:00 pm. We are always looking for new members. This is our way of having the opportunity to serve the Parish of St. Michael and All Angels. Won’t you join us in this important and rewarding capacity?

St. Michael’s Church is always looking for: Lectors, Crucifers, Ushers and Lay Eucharistic Ministers. If you would like to serve your church in any of these capacities, please contact Fr. Smith, Priest Angela or the Parish Office.

Announcements for Week Ending June 17th 2007

Announcements

The E.C.W. will hold a luncheon on June 20, 2007. The meeting will begin at 10:00 am in the Parish Center followed by the luncheon at 11:30 am. A donation of $7.00 is requested to help defray the cost of the luncheon.

The E.C.W. yearbook is in process. The yearbook includes the list of all paid E.C.W. members. If your dues are not paid, it is not too late. Simply bring your dues to the E.C.W. luncheon on June 20. Any questions call Jodi Snider.

E.C.W BAKE SALE ~ SUNDAY, JUNE 17 ~AFTER THE 8 AND 10AM MASSES ~ Be prepared to find delicious desserts and great casseroles. Ladies get ready to bake and then don’t forget to buy and take home a “treat” for Father’s Day dinner. Some of the greatest cooks belong to St. Michael’s Parish.

E.C.W. ~ UNITED THANK OFFERING COLLECTION amounted to $385.00. We thank the Parish of St. Michael for their continued generosity and support.

Upcoming Events

Parish Life is Growing!! When will we see YOU?!

June 15 ~ Family Movie Night ~ Will gather at 6:30 pm for food, beverage and a viewing of “The Pacifier.” We’ll have pizza, drinks and a dessert – but if you have a favorite beverage or movie snack, feel free to bring it along. Questions – call: Diane Vail or Trish Scott.

July 3 ~ pre- July 4th celebration ~ Save the evening for old fashioned fun – picnic – games. There will be a very traditional cookout and rousing patriotic music by the Skyline Brass Quintet. During the music, we will have a parade of bicycles, tricycles, baby stroller and other decorated items (including you and your children.) Come at 5 pm for games and food – the music starts at 7:00 pm. Bring a side dish to share!!

August – plans are forming for a bowling night and another dinner night ~ please let Julia Taylor know of your recommendations for restaurants.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

E.C.W. ~ Quilters and Knitters ~ These ladies make prayer shawls for distribution to the ill parishioners. Fr. Smith blesses the shawls. These shawls are a great comfort to those who receive them. The Quilters and Knitters meet once monthly on a Saturday in the Parish Center. This monthly meeting will take place in the Parish Center, THIS ~ Saturday, June 16th at 11:00 am.

PENSIVE THOUGHTS: STEWARDSHIP is about more than giving 10% of our income (a tithe) to God: it is about giving 100% of ourselves to God. Christian stewardship arises out of God’s incredible saving love shown to us in Jesus Christ. Confronted will such love, the appropriate response is generosity, both with our financial wealth and the way we steward the gifts God has given us, including the natural world. The Psalmist’s question in the 116th psalm is most relevant, what shall I give the Lord for all his benefits towards me?” The use of our money reflects our values and choices. Our use of it declares to the world who we are and what we value. It is a symbol of the work we have done and represents what we have accomplished. The question in the end, though, always remains – it is the question that God asks – “How did you use it?”

The Barnabas Group of Encouragement, for those who have experienced a loss at some time, meets monthly. The next meeting is THIS Monday, June 11 at 11:30 am, at the City Grill restaurant located at 6464 E. Tanque Verde Road.

Announcements for Week Ending May 27th 2007

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PARISH LIFE MEETING ~ Tuesday June 5 at 4:00 pm at the Womble Library. Anyone interested in planning our parish social activities is welcome to attend!

The Baptismal Preparation Class is this Saturday May 26 at 9:00 am. Meet Priest Angela in the church.

Thank YOU for the outpouring of food for the Mother’s Day “Meal for Mom” campaign. We appreciate your generosity in helping the less fortunate. THANK YOU also to the volunteers who helped sort and put away the food donations.

Eighth Grade Graduation of St. Michael’s Parish Day School will take place on Friday May 25th at 5:00 pm in church. The Baccalaureate Mass will be held on Thursday May 24 at 10:00 am in church. All are welcome.

Please join Faculty, Parents, Students, Alumni and Friends of St. Michael’s Parish Day School in bidding a fond farewell to Alan Schultz on Monday, May 21 from 4 to 6 pm. In the Parish Center.

Upcoming Events

Parish Life is Growing!! When will we see YOU?!!

Catch the Spirit ~ Join us for fellowship and welcome the newly baptized after the 10 am Mass on The Day of Pentecost May 27, 2007.

Tucson Sidewinders AAA baseball game on Saturday, May 26 at 6:30 pm. Please join us! We will carpool to the game and leave the church parking lot at 5:45 pm.
There is a Brandon Webb figurine giveaway that night! Sign up sheets are located in the back of church.

June – Movie Night – date to be announced
July – tentative plans for a pre-July 4th celebration at the church.
August – dinner night ~ please let Julia Taylor know of your recommendations for restaurants.

Opportunities for Service and Giving

Project Star Fish ~ we have asked that you make a small daily sacrifice and donate that money ~ perhaps $.50 a day. Our goal is to raise enough money in this way ~ about $2,000 to build a house in Haiti. It is not too late to make your donation. There is a basket at the back of church to receive your donations. If you prefer. place your donation in an envelope and simply drop it in the collection.

Ordained Ministry ~ Anyone who is interested in information about ordination as a deacon or priest should make your name known to Fr. Smith, The Rev. Angela or the Senior Warden, Peter Schmidt. The Diocesan Information Day is September 17, 2007. More information will follow.

The United Thank Offering Collection will be taken up Sunday May 27 at all the masses. We thank you for your generosity.

Looking ahead to next year! Have you considered singing in the choir? Let your voice be heard ~ please contact Jane Haman, organist and choir director.

Volunteers are needed to assist with a birthday party at Craycroft Towers for the residents there. Cake is provided!! Contact Fr. Smith or the Parish Office.