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Please review The Church of St. Michael & St. George's weekly newsletter to
keep abreast of our events. Visit our online calendar for event information.
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The Church of St. Michael & St. George
6345 Wydown Blvd.
PO Box 11887
Clayton, MO 63105
314.721.1502 p
314.721.4670 f
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"Living Christ in this World"
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Preaching
Rota
 August 15 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
August 22 The Rev. Jedediah Fox
August 29 Mr. Isaac Arten
September 5 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
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This Sunday
The Pictorial Directories are in!
If you had your photo taken for the CSMSG pictorial directory, a directory with your name on it will be available in the Great Hall on
Sunday. Thanks for your patience.
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Stewardship
Give To Grow Update
2010 Vestry Stewardship Statement
As of Monday, August 9 we have received 445 pledges for a total of $1,823,376.
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Upcoming Events
Monday, August 16
11:45 AM-1 PM Sverdrup Room
Faith@Work-Men's Luncheon
Faith@Work will meet the third Monday of
this month, August 16, in the Sverdrup Room from 11:45 AM-1:00 PM. Our
group has a new exciting format to spur very productive and interesting
discussions on our "Faith@Work" experiences. Our format works like this:
*Noonday Prayer; *Psalm Reading or "BLT Blessed Little Thought" as
Father Jed calls it; *Lunch; *Open Discussion. The cost, as usual, is $7
for lunch. Please let me know by Friday of the preceding week if you
can make it and I will get your lunch. Michael Hanrahan 314.518.3086,
mikehanrahan01@gmail.com
Saturday, August 21
Hunger Ministry Sandwich-making
10-11:30 AM Taylor Room
All parishioners are invited and encouraged to join the St. Michael's Hunger Ministry on the third Saturday of each month from 10-11:30 AM in the Taylor Room to make sandwiches for the Gateway Homeless Services' clients. This month we'll be meeting on August 21 in the Taylor Room. Bring a friend. Come join in meeting this every growing need for our community.
Sunday, September 12
Susan Mount Guild Luncheon
The Guild was established in 1927 to honor Miss Susan Mount, whose anonymous gift establish St. Michael and All Angels through fellowship, hospitality and Christian social service.
The first luncheon will be Monday, September 12, beginning with a punchbowl at 11:30. Our featured speaker will be Peggy Strelinger, who will discuss "Myth or Truth" and explain common myths often heard in museums and historical places.
All parish members are warmly invited to join us for good food, fellowship and interesting speakers. Please make your reservations by calling Helen Cavin at 314.647.0889.
Costs are $10 for annual dues and $5 for luncheon.
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Youth
Missioners in Red Lake, Minnesota forming group cross.
Welcome back home to Isaac Arten, Sharon Whitaker, Delaney Edison, Katherine Moore, Alex Wood, and Ian Thomsen who participated along with many others in the Nicaragua Mission Trip!
The Youth Ministry is pleased to announce that Chelsea Beck has been hired as our Youth Ministry Intern. Chelsea will begin work on Monday, August 16. We are excited to have Chelsea join our team, and look forward to having her meet our students and their families!
Wednesday Night Bible Study and dinner is held every Wednesday in the Armstrong Room from 6:30-8 PM. All 6th-12th graders and their friends are invited. Students are welcome to come at 5:30 to play Wii and hang out if they would like. Parents who can provide a dinner for this are requested to e-mail Marty at youth@csmsg.org to sign up.
YM Leadership Meeting will be held on Friday, August 13 at 12:30 PM in the Taylor Room. Please RSVP to youth@csmsg.org by Tuesday, August 10.
2010 HS Mission Reunion will be held at Riley Thomsen's home on Sunday, August 15 from 5:30-7:30 PM. Please RSVP to youth@csmsg.org by Wednesday, August 11 and let Marty know what dish you would like to bring.
Rising 10th-12th grade girls are invited to join a HS Girl's Bible Study that meets weekly for breakfast before school during the school year on Tuesday mornings. Any interested rising 10-12th grade girls are invited to call Marty Chapman for more information! CHANGE Of DATE: We will meet for root beer floats on Sunday, August 15 from 2-3 PM, (not Monday) to kick-off the year. RSVP to youth@csmsg.org. Our Bible Study will begin on Tuesday, August 24 and will run from 6:45-7:30 AM.
8th Grade Confirmation Orientation will be held on Sunday, August 29 for all 8th graders who will be participating in confirmation this year, and their parents. We will meet in Shaw Park for a potluck lunch from 12-2 PM. Siblings are invited. Please RSVP to Heidi@csmsg.org and let her know what dish you can bring.
Youth Ministry Sunday School Teacher Orientation will be held on Monday, August 30 from 5:30-8 PM. Please RSVP to youth@csmsg.org by Wednesday, August 25.
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Church School Happenings
Summer
Church School
for the Preschool-3rd Grade
Children should be
taken to the under-croft classroom by 10 AM. The children will join
their parents for communion at the time of the Peace. Anyone interested
in helping to teach this summer should contact Jane Fisher. The
curriculum is lectionary-based.
Church School
Church School for Preschool I (children who have turned 2 before August 1, 2010)-5th Grade resumes on Sunday, September 12. Information will be sent in the middle of August. If you do not receive a letter, please contact Jane Fisher at jfisher@csmsg.org. |
Music
Summer Singing Opportunity
Once
again, this summer we will form an adult parish choir to sing the 10 AM
liturgy each Sunday morning. Every Sunday through September 5, the
parish choir will meet promptly at 9 AM in the choir room to prepare the
music for the morning liturgy. Some choral experience is desirable and
ability to read music is necessary. There is no expectation of an
ongoing commitment; singers may join us for the entire summer or just
one week. If you like to sing and would enjoy contributing to the
parish's worship in this way, please join us!
CSMSG Youth ChoirThe CSMSG Youth Choir is more than just another activity to fill up a young person's weekly schedule. Participation in the musical life of the church is one of the best ways to learn about the liturgy, become active in worship, gain a sense of responsibility, experience spirituality and form commitments and friendships in serving God and others. We welcome your interest and challenge you and your family to become active members of this ministry as we seek to intensify the awe and mystery of the liturgy. Choristers learn the basics of music reading, theory, vocal production, liturgy and music history. Great emphasis is placed on the understanding of the meaning of the music. In addition to working hard, the life of a chorister is also very rewarding and fun. The choir is open to all girls grades 3 through 12 and all boys (with unchanged voices) in grades 3 through 7. It is never too late to join the choir; we are always willing to welcome newcomers. Parents of interested children should contact Christi John Bye, the Director of Youth Choirs at 314.721.1502 or cbye@csmsg.org. |
Canterbury Bookstore
Join the Bookstore team!
The Bookstore is looking for volunteers interested in working in a productive, meaningful ministry a few hours each week. Are you able to give two hours on a Monday morning? Does merchandising, placing orders, or computer work interest you? Participate and become a part of the Bookstore's team. Questions? Stop by the Bookstore or call 314.721.1502 and contact Peggy Strelinger to learn more.
Stop in the Bookstore and see the display of new rosaries. The selection includes various sizes, materials and crosses. Reasonably priced, they are perfect for gift and personal use.
Bookstore Hours Book of the Month Featured Books |
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Faith in Action Hunger Ministry Food Levels Critical
 Please help fill the increasing need for canned and packaged food in the St. Louis Food Pantries. Any varieties of canned and dried foods are greatly needed. The supply of canned foods is extremely low. Help is needed now. Soap, laundry or dish detergent, toilet paper, tissues and paper towels would also be welcome. Summer is an especially needful time due to the lack of school meal programs. Pick up a yellow bag near the receptionist's desk, fill the bag with this month's items and return it to the church or bring your donation in any box or bag. Can you help in other ways? Contact Becky Zaccarello 314.721.4565.
Save the Date
Annual "Moment in Time"
Friday, September 14 Crown Plaza Clayton
"Moment In Time" the annual gala fund-raising event for Episcopal City Mission will take place on Friday evening, September 14. The event, being held at Crown Plaza Clayton, will begin at 6:15 PM with hor'derves and cocktails. New this year is the raffling of ten pieces of art. Tickets will be sold during the evening. A beautiful pair of diamond and sapphire earrings has been donated and raffle tickets will be available through the month for $10 each or 3 for $25. Reservations for the event, "A Moment in Time," are available for $125 per person by calling ECM at 314.436.3545. ECM provides chaplains to children in detention in both St. Louis City and St. Louis County. Come enjoy this wonderful event for yourself or bring friends. Your support is greatly appreciated!!
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Bulletin Board
Sant Scholarships Awarded
The Sant Scholarship was established by the Church Service League as a memorial to the Rev. John F. Sant to benefit deserving seminarians. Applicants must be enrolled in a theological seminary with the intention of taking holy orders. This year's recipients are Emily Foley and Elizabeth Groenweghe. Congratulations!
Pre-primary enrollment has begun
for fall of 2010
We
are currently accepting applications for our parish's two pre-primary
programs: 16 months-24 months on Thursday and Friday mornings from
8:30-11:30 AM and 2-3 years on Monday through Wednesday mornings from
8:30-11:30 AM. Beginning this fall, we are also offering a five-morning
schedule for both classes. Our programs are taught by degreed teachers
and have proven quite successful since their inception. For more
information, call Carol at 314.721.1502.
Altar Guild
We invite you to deepen your spiritual life and connection to the liturgy by becoming a member of the Altar Guild. This ministry is dedicated to the service of God by lovingly preparing the altars for services. Many hands are needed, weekdays and Sundays, to care for the linens, candles and silver. Contact Betsy Panke: 314.993.6487 or epanke@aol.com.
Valet Parking
Valet
service by Midwest Parking will be available on Sunday mornings for
elderly parishioners and those with special needs. This valuable service
is being provided by an anonymous benefactor. Thank you for this very
generous gift!
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