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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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This Week's Banner:
All Hallow's Eve
The Melander family at last year's 2009 All Hallow's Eve. Plan on attending this year's festivities this Sunday, October 24. For more information, see below.
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Preaching Rota
October 24 The Rev. Andrew John Archie
October 31 The Rev. Jedediah Wynn Fox
November 7 The Rev. John Michael Wheeler
November 14 The Rev. Andrew John Archie
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This Sunday, October 24
Pledge Sunday
We cannot love God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind unless we also love God with our pocketbook. As we grow in generosity, we are transformed in ways we would never imagine.
All parishioners are asked to bring their pledges to the altar Sunday, October 24.
Growing In Generosity
Stewardship Campaign 2011
 Last Sunday, John Tyler shared with us his "kitchen table" upbringing on stewardship. As John said, "If my allowance was 50 cents, Dad never gave me two quarters. You can't tithe that. He would give me a quarter, two dimes, and a nickel. When I learned in Sunday school that the Israelites tithed the first fruits of their crops and herds, I knew exactly what "first fruits" meant because I tithed the first fruits of my weekly allowance. I gave to God first, out of my abundance-not last, out of my surplus."
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The Rector's Forum
10:30 AM Taylor Room
The Rev. Andrew J. Archie will discuss "Themes in Exodus."
Faith & Life Forum In Its Second Year
10:30 AM Sverdrup Room
The Faith & Life 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." Click this link for a description of the exciting topics to be discussed throughout the year. Faith and Life information
Guest Choirmaster
This week we will welcome Bruce Barber as guest choirmaster. Each year the CSMSG Choir spends several days working with a master conductor who spends rehearsal time with the choir over a period of several days and then directs the choral music during the Sunday liturgy.
Bruce J. Barber II was appointed Director of Cathedral Music of the Episcopal Cathedral of St. James, Chicago in January 2004. Prior to joining the staff of St. James, he served as Canon Precentor and Director of Cathedral Music at the Cathedral Church of St. John in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he developed a highly respected and internationally acclaimed music program consisting of a large choral program for both children and adults, various multi-faceted concert series and an organ recital series.
Trained as a choral and orchestral conductor, an organist and cellist, Bruce Barber holds degrees from Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida, and from the Yale School of Music and the Yale Institute of Sacred Music. His professional affiliations are as a member of the Association of Anglican Musicians, a member and Past Dean of the American Guild of Organists, and Board Member of Early Music Now, which presents leading performers of early music in concert in the greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin area.
All Hallow's Eve Family Night
5-7 PM Taylor Rm/Great Hall
Join in the fun and frolic at CSMSG. Dinner, photographs, crafts and games! $4/person (payment at the door). To make reservations, please contact Alice at alice@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502 or email Jane Fisher at jfisher@csmsg.org.
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This Week
Theology on Tap
Tuesday, October 19
7 PM Schlafly Bottleworks; 7260 Southwest Ave. Maplewood, MO
 Open to all parishioners! Our speaker will be Fr. Augustine Wetta, who will be talking about living the spiritual life in the world. Open to all! Fr. Wetta keeps life at the Abbey of Saint Mary and Saint Louis fresh and interesting in a way that only a published writer, surfer, beach lifeguard, teacher, coach, professional juggler, gardener, rugby player, archeologist, rosary maker, icon painter, carnivorous plant enthusiast, and amateur movie director could.
Men's Breakfast Group
Wednesday, October 20
7 AM 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. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Fox at jfox@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502.
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Upcoming Events
Susan Mount Guild
Monday, November 8
11:30 AM The Great Hall
On Mond ay, November 8 the Susan Mount Guild will welcome Claire Waldbart who will share holiday decorating ideas. 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.
Newcomers BrunchSunday, November 14Brunch at the home of The Rev. Jed and Mrs. Mary Beth Fox on Sunday, November 14 following the 9:15 AM liturgy. If you have not received an invitation, please contact Laurie at Laurie@csmsg.org or 314.721.1502. This is a wonderful way to get to know others new to St. Michael and St. George. |
Adult Education
Evening Bible Study
Monday nights
6:30 PM Sverdrup Room
Fr. Fox's weeknight Bible Study has moved to Mondays and sports a new format. He will present an in-depth analysis of the scripture, beginning with the Gospel of Mark, followed by question and discussion. All meetings will be on Monday nights at 6:30 PM in the Sverdrup Room.
Men's Retreat
Mark Your Calendars Now!
The Men's retreat is January 21-22. More information will be forthcoming.
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Music News
Calling All Cantors
In October we incorporated 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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Church School Happenings
Sunday, October 24
Sunday, October 24 is Pledge Sunday.
2nd-5th Grade children should go to church with their families. Church School classes follow the liturgy.
Preschool I-1st Grade classes are the same with classes at 9:15 AM and Chapel at 10:25 AM.
All Hallow's Eve Family Night
Sunday, October 24
5-7 PM Taylor Rm/Great Hall
Dinner, crafts and fun-all for $4.00 per person!
Please RSVP to the church receptionist at alice@csmsg.org or Jane Fisher at jfisher@csmsg.org.
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Youth
 START YOUR ENGINES for a brand-new youth ministry event! The Amazing Race (this coming Sunday, October 24 from 3-6 PM) is a wild combination of puzzle, race and scavenger hunt. You and all your friends will race around town, competing to be the first to complete a series of challenges and be back to the church in time for pizza! All 6th-12th graders and your friends are welcome (and we encourage you to bring them)! This event will begin at 3 PM. Pick-up is at 6 PM. You'll need $5 for pizza after the Amazing Race...see you there! Adult drivers are needed. RSVP to interns@csmsg.org.
For Parents Only...(and other interested adults!!) The Youth Ministry parenting workshop,"How to Talk to your Teenager," will continue on Sunday, October 24 and 31. Dale Kuhn from Care and Counseling will return this Sunday to lead a discussion about Limits, Consequences and Discipline. This class meets from 10:30-11:10 AM in the classoom downstairs under the stairwell. There will be signs posted with directions to the class. Coffee and a light snack will be served. Please join us and bring your friends!
Sunday School Teacher Training this Sunday, October 24 from 11:15-12:30 PM in the gym. Light lunch will be served, so please RSVP to interns@csmsg.org by Wednesdday, October 20.
THANK YOU to all who participated in the YM Fall Service Project: Extreme Makeover this past Saturday. These volunteers planted trees, bushes and plants to landscape the Medium Security Institution.
Youth Ministry Sunday School classes are underway and continue every Sunday 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.
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 Great Hall 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.
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Canterbury Bookstore
Please come by the Canterbury Bookstore and take a look at all the wonderful new items that have just arrived. We are excited about all the new products. Plan ahead for the season of Advent and Christmas, be prepared to relax during the seasons and enjoy every moment. Christmas cards from Printery House, bracelets from Howard and Bangles from Heaven, Pink House bead necklaces and beautiful gift books on Mary, the Saints and the Angels. Come by while the selections are at their best. Always free gift wrap!
Enter the Bookstore Raffle for the Martina Hamilton original design pendant in sterling silver and 14K gold. Each entry $5 (or 6 for $25). Stop by to see this beautiful piece on display in the Bookstore. Other Martina Hamilton pieces are on display also.
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
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.
CSMSG Pre-primary enrollment
We are currently accepting applications for our parish's two pre-primary programs: 16-24 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.
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.
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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