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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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October 4-October 10, 2010
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This Week's Banner:
Progressive Dinner
From left to right: Jim Sherby, Kathy Sherby, Joe Sheehan, Caroline Sheehan and Bill Van Luven at a 2004 progressive party at the home of Rob and Maggie Sherwood.
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This Sunday
Sunday, October 10
The Rector's Forum
10:30 AM Taylor Room
The Rev. Andrew J. Archie will discuss "Themes in Exodus."
50-Year Member Thanksgiving
This Sunday, The Church of St. Michael & St. George is pleased to honor our parishioners who have been members for 50 years or more. Their presence over the years has enriched our community, and we are grateful for the faithfulness and support they have shown. Their nametags bear the number "50" to honor their length of service. Please join us in congratulating these respected members of the parish. The Church Service League will host a luncheon for the members on Tuesday, October 12 at Noon in the Great Hall.
Finance Committee standing: from left to right: Baker Cunningham, Rob Sherwood, John Rowe Seated: Mike Zaccarello, Kathy Sherby
Finance Group Meets with Parishioners
Members of the finance committee will be in the Great Hall on Sunday after the 9:15 AM liturgy. They will be available to answer your questions regarding the finances of the parish. Look for the sign on the west wall of the Great Hall.
Faith & Life Forum
Begins Its Second Year
10:30 AM Sverdrup Room
 The
Forum, led by John Tyler, meets each Sunday. This user-friendly forum offers a comfortable environment where
we all learn and think together about how our Christian faith intersects
with our lives. Our current series is titled "Growing in Generosity."
We are using a book titled "Giving-the Sacred Art: Creating a Lifestyle
of Generosity" that is available in the Canterbury Bookstore. Come join
us! Click this link for a description of the exciting topics to be
discussed throughout the year. Faith and Life information
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This Week
Monday, October 4
Evening Bible Study Begins
New Night! New Format!
 6:30 PM Sverdrup Room
Fr.
Fox's weeknight Bible Study moves to Mondays beginning October 4 and
sports a new format. He will present an in-depth analysis of the
scripture, beginning with the Gospel of Mark, followed by questions and
discussion.
Saturday, October 9
Annual Blessing of the Animals
10 AM Playground
The
Annual Blessing of the Animals will take place on Saturday, October 9
at 10 AM. Bring your pet and have it blessed by Fr. Fox as we celebrate
the witness of St. Francis. All are welcome, both pets and humans, but
please be sure that pets are properly enclosed or restrained.
Parish-wide Progressive Dinner
6 PM Great Hall
Plans for the dinner are set: we will see you at 6 PM this Saturday in the Great Hall for cocktails and appetizers! |
Preaching
Rota
October 10 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
October 17 The Rev. J. Michael Wheeler
October 24 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
October 31 The Rev. Jedediah Fox
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Upcoming Events
Monday, October 11
Susan Mount Guild
11:30 AM The Great Hall
The Susan Mount Guild will welcome Dr. Paul Nygard who will speak on Lucy Montgomery, the author of the popular series, "Anne of Green Gables". Punch Bowl is at 11:30 AM; Lunch ($5) at noon followed by the program. All are welcome! Please make your reservations by calling Helen Cavin at 314.647.0889.
Tuesday, October 12
50-Year Member Thanksgiving
The Church Service League will host a luncheon for the members on Tuesday, October 12 at Noon in the Great Hall.
Steak & Stories
6 PM The Great Hall
We're changing speakers! Prentiss Dunn, a professor at Webster University in Vienna,Austria, has agreed to speak at our October 12 Steak & Stories during his limited time here. He will give a presentation on "Music and Spirituality". If you are interested in attending, please contact Alice by noon, Monday, October 11 at alice@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502
Saturday, October 16
10 AM Taylor Room
Hunger Ministry Sandwich-making
All parishioners are invited and encouraged to join the CSMSG Hunger Ministry on the third Saturday of each month from 10-11 AM in the Taylor Room to make sandwiches for Gateway Homeless Service's clients. Come join the Sandwich Making team on Saturday, October 16 and help in making over 1000 sandwiches.
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Music News
Calling All Cantors
Beginning in October we will incorporate the singing of the Psalm into the weekly celebration of The Holy Eucharist at 5:30 PM in St. George's Chapel. The Psalms will be sung antiphonally, between cantor and congregation, as we have been doing, and will continue to do, on Sunday mornings.
Toward this end a Cantor's Guild is forming which will be responsible for the leadership of the singing at the 5:30 PM Eucharist each Sunday. Participation in this ministry will be on a volunteer basis and it is a wonderful and meaningful way to serve as a leader in worship and liturgy. The frequency of responsibility for services will depend directly on the number of those who participate.
Any who are interested in participating in this ministry, please call Robert Lehman at the church or email him at rwlehman@csmsg.org.
CSMSG Youth Choir
It's not too late to join the CSMSG Youth Choir. Please contact Christi Bye at cbye@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502 for more information!
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Adult Education
Men's Breakfast Group
October 20
7AM First Watch, 8001 Forsyth Blvd. in Clayton
Fr. Jed Fox is starting a monthly breakfast group and is looking for men who are interested in joining him for conversation, fellowship, and, of course, bacon. Our first meeting will be Wednesday, October 20, 7 AM at First Watch, 8001 Forsyth Blvd. in Clayton. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Fox at jfox@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502 and watch this space for updates.
Theology on Tap
Want to come hear interesting speakers talk about all manner of topics, ask them questions, and enjoy fellowship in a relaxed atmosphere? Well of course you do! Lucky for you Fr. Fox is starting a Theology on Tap group which will meet monthly. For more information, contact Fr. Fox at jfox@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502 and watch this space for updates.
Men's Retreat
Mark Your Calenders Now!
The Men's retreat is January 21-22. More information will be forthcoming.
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Youth
Many thanks to Joe Sheahan and David Breckenridge, parishioners and partners at Moneta Group, who presented to our children and parents MONEY MATTERS on Sunday!
Youth Ministry Sunday School classes will continue this Sunday, October 10, with the 6th-8th graders meeting in the gym immediately following the 9:15 AM liturgy. At 10:40 AM the 8th graders will go to the Armstrong Room for their class and the 6th and 7th graders will stay in the gym. The 9th-12th graders should meet in Canterbury Hall immediately following the 9:15 AM liturgy.
Parents, have you ever wondered whether your communication with your teenager could be better? Make plans to attend the Youth Ministry sponsored Parents' Sunday School Classes on Sunday, October 10, 17, 24 and 31. Our topic will be "How to Talk to your Teenager" and we have special speakers lined up for each of these 4 weeks to address the various issues surrounding this topic. This class will meet from 10:30-11:10 AM in the "1-2" Room downstairs under the stairwell. There will be signs posted. Coffee and a light snack will be served.
Saturday, October 16
YM Fall Service Project: Extreme Makeover at The Medium Security Institution. Join Isaac to lend a hand planting trees, shrubs and plants to beautify this local facility. 2 shifts are available: 9 AM-12 noon, or 12-3 PM. RSVP to Marty at youth@csmsg.org to sign up. Friends and family are welcome to participate!
Wednesday Night Bible Study is held each Wednesday from 6:30-8 PM. All 6th-12th graders are invited and dinner is provided. Bring your friends! Dinner is served at 6:30 PM in the gym and Bible study begins at 7 PM. You are invited to come at 5:30 PM to play Wii and hang out with Isaac, our Youth Minister and Chelsea, our YM intern.
Mentors- Thank you for partnering with our students! The first gathering of the 8th grade mentors will be next Sunday, October 10 at 10:30 AM in the Armstrong Room. If you are unable to attend, please e-mail Isaac at isaac@csmsg.org.
Adult YM Bible Study will be held at Isaac's on Tuesday, October 12 from 7-8:30 PM. Please RSVP to youth@csmsg.org by Friday, October 8.
All 6th-12th grade students should have received a packet at the 7th Annual Youth Ministry Kick-Off. If you were not able to be here, please make sure to pick up your students' packets from the hallway by the receptionist's desk. There is a colored sign-up sheet with each packet. Please complete the form to sign up for upcoming YM events and turn it back into Marty Chapman. Call Marty at 314.721.1502 with any questions.
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Church School Happenings
Sunday, October 10
2nd-5th Grade: 9:15 AM liturgy in St. George's chapel followed by classes
PreSchool-1st Grade: 9:15 AM classes followed by
10:25 AM chapel
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Canterbury Bookstore
We can't believe it either but it's true... the Advent/Christmas season is just a few weeks away. Candles, devotionals, cards and gifts are coming in every day. Come by soon and begin your preparations for a joyful season.
Save the date!!! Sunday, November 7
Canterbury Bookstore's Very Special Christmas Open House
3:30-5 PM.
Bookstore Hours Book of the Month Featured Books |
Bulletin Board
Have you picked up your Directory?
Pictorial directories are in the Great Hall.
The Servers' Guild
The Servers' Guild provides a unique opportunity for students from 6th through 12th grades to participate in the Sunday services and gain a deeper appreciation for our traditions and style of worship. If you would like to join a group of young people who are dedicated to enhancing the worship experience at The Church of St. Michael & St. George, contact Catherine Salmon at: salmonfarm@gmail.com.
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.
Smiles needed!
Want to volunteer one Sunday a month? The Greeter position is just right for you.Contact Laurie Brown at Laurie@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502
CSMSG Pre-primary enrollment
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. 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.
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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