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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"
August 22 - August 28, 2013
Sunday Liturgy Schedule

  8:00 AM    Holy Eucharist I
10:00 AM    Choral Eucharist I
 5:30 PM    Evening Prayer
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Ushers James Horlacher, Will Brown, Michael Noble, Sam Archie, Lunsford Schock, and Jim Stephenson visiting after services.
Preaching Rota  
The Rev. Jed Fox
 
    August 25    The Rev. Jedediah W. Fox
September 1    The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
 September 8    The Rev. J. Michael Wheeler
September 15   The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
Sunday Adult Education

 

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The Rectorless Forum  
The final Rectorless Forum will be held today. Sam Sked will lead a "Verger's Walk," giving us a rare verger's eye-view of what happens during Sunday mornings. The forum begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 9:45 AM.
 

The Rector's Forum 

The Rector's Forum is in recess until the fall.

 
Adult Education

Women's Bible Study
The Women's Bible Study/Breakfast is on an August hiatus and will resume the first Friday after Labor Day.
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Generations of Giving Campaign Update 

 

As of Monday, the Generations of Giving Campaign has received additional pledges and/or gifts that total $1,935,573.

 

Many thanks to all of you for your generosity. Because of your charitable contributions, we are much closer to our goal of $2,039,000.

 

Thank you for your pledge!

  
Seeds for Growth!

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Wonderful stories are unfolding in our Church every day: Stories of faith, devotion, and love for our neighbors. Great things truly are happening here. But if CSMSG is to continue with great things, if we are to continue to grow, we need your help.

 

Please pick up a CSMSG business card(s) from the "planters" located in the Narthex and Great Hall. Plant one of CSMSG's "Seeds for Growth" in the hand of a friend who is looking to be a part of a wonderful story and a church community. We need your help to help us grow!

Today
 
The Confirmation Orientation and Potluck Lunch
will be held today at Hanley Park (located at 610 Hanley Industrial Court, 63144) from Noon-2 PM. All 8th graders, their families, Confirmation sponsors, and 8th grade Sunday School teachers are invited! Each confirmand is requested to attend this orientation with at least one parent or guardian. Families are welcome! 
Upcoming Events

  

Monday, September 2 

Memorial Day

The Church offices and building will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

 

Sunday, September 8 

Return to Fall Schedule

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist I (Church)

9:15 AM Choral Eucharist I (Church)

11:15 AM Holy Eucharist I (St. George's Chapel)

5:30 PM Holy Eucharist II (St. George's Chapel)

  

Travel to the Holy Land Meeting 

Taylor Room     5 PM

Interested in going to the Holy Land? A general interest and informational meeting will be held Sunday afternoon, September 8, at 5 PM in the Taylor Room of the Church. Refreshments and appetizers will be served. RSVP for this informational meeting to [email protected] or 314.721.1502 by Friday, September 6. 

 

Save the Date! 

 

September 29, 2013

St. Michael's Sunday Picnic and entertainment

 

April 5, 2014

New Date for the Women's Retreat 

April 5, 2014 is the rescheduled date for the Women's Retreat at The Church of St. Michael & St. George. This one-day retreat will replace the originally scheduled weekend retreat for March 14 & 15. 

Jerusalem photo
 
Travel to the Holy Land 

 

THE HOLY LAND

plus

OPTIONAL 3 DAYS/
2 NIGHTS EXTENSION

in JORDAN

 

Hosted by

The Rev. Mike Wheeler, 

The Church of St. Michael & St. George

 

$3,299 PER PERSON, INCLUDES AIRFARE

10 DAYS: DECEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 11, 2014

 

INCLUDING: Round-trip Airfare from St. Louis, First-Class Hotels, Daily Breakfast & Dinner, Comprehensive Sightseeing, and much more!

 

Walk where Jesus walked...Cruise the Sea of Galilee...

Visit Nazareth...Climb the Mount of Olives & view the Old City of Jerusalem...Walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre...Visit Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:

The Rev. Mike Wheeler at 314.721.1502, ext. 4042 or e-mail: [email protected]

 

A general interest and informational meeting will be held Sunday afternoon, September 8, at 5 PM in the Taylor Room of the Church. Refreshments and appetizers will be served. 

Please RSVP to [email protected] or 314.721.1502 by Friday, September 6.

Church School  
 
Chapel Services
Today after Church at 11:10 AM, Preschool-Kindergarten students and their parents are invited to the Church School classrooms to learn about Chapel services. We will enjoy popsicles on the playground, too!

Church School Resumes 
Church School resumes on September 8 at 9:15 AM. Informational materials will be available in the Great Hall, outside the Chapel, and in classrooms. 

1st Grade-5th Grade students should attend Chapel service at 9:15 AM, followed by class time until 10:55 AM. Preschool-Kindergarten children report to their classrooms at 9:15 AM, with Chapel service is from 10:25-10:55 AM. 

Parents of Preschool-Kindergarten children are invited to meet the Church School Teachers and High School Assistants before 9:15 AM. Parents of 1st-5th graders can meet the teachers at 10:30 AM.
Youth Ministry          
YM kickoff 2012  
The Confirmation Orientation and Potluck Lunch will be held THIS Sunday, August 25 from Noon-2 PM at Hanley Park (located at 610 Hanley Industrial Court, 63144).

Confirmation: All rising 8th graders should now be registered for this year's Confirmation Class. Please e-mail Marty Chapman at [email protected] immediately if you have not already done so.

 

YM Kick-Off Rehearsal will be held this Sunday from 3-5 PM in the Great Hall.

 

6th-12th Grade Sunday School Teacher Orientation will be this Tuesday, August 27 from 6-8 PM at Tom Horlacher's home. RSVP to [email protected] today!

 

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The Youth Ministry Kick-Off
will be held Sunday, September 8 from 10:30-11:30 AM in the Great Hall. All 6th-12th graders and their parents should attend! You will not want to miss this fun opportunity to learn what offerings the Youth Ministry has planned for the upcoming year. Not to mention, to have the first chance to sign up for exciting YM opportunities!

Youth Ministry High School Intern Position:
The Youth Ministry program is looking for a HS Program Intern to work 15 hours/week for four months. This position will focus on interacting with high school students through regular weekly events for worship and Bible studies, social get-togethers, and service projects. E-mail Marty Chapman at [email protected] if you are interested.

 

BOOK DRIVE!
Gateway 180, a local homeless shelter CSMSG often supports, is in need of books! A collection basket has been set up in the Church Library to collect your gently-used books. Children's books and books including African-American characters are especially appreciated. The Church will be collecting book donations throughout the year. Please contact Miranda Martin with any questions at [email protected].
 

Wednesday Night Youth Group will resume September 11 from 6-8 PM in the Armstrong Room. Dinner will be provided. All 6th-12th graders AND your friends are welcome to attend our Wednesday Night Youth Group gatherings!  

 

Youth Ministry on Facebook!
Don't forget to "Friend" YM on Facebook!
Outreach 

We Need Your Old Eye Glasses!

In the Church Library, a downtown Lion's Club box is available to collect donations of old prescription eye glasses. Donated eye glasses will be sorted and sent to people in other countries who need but cannot afford them. If you have any questions about this program, please contact Ralph Lewis at 314.239.6023 or [email protected]. Clear out some drawer space while improving someone's eyesight! 

  

Gateway 180
Book Drive!

Gateway 180, a local homeless shelter The Church of St. Michael & St. George often supports, is in need of books! A collection basket has been set up in the Church Library to collect your gently used books. Children's books and books including African-American characters are especially appreciated.

 

The Church will be collecting book donations throughout the year. Please contact Miranda Martin with any questions at [email protected].

Canterbury Bookstore
Bookstore manager, Peggy Strelinger

 

It's this simple: Stop by the Canterbury Bookstore. View and explore the books, Bibles, prayer books, seasonal resources, children's literature, and gifts. Ask for assistance, and come often.  

 

New summer reading suggestions:

 

Daily Devotions with William Barclay includes 365 Meditations on the Heart of the New Testament. William Barclay, one of the most beloved writers of his generation, collected in this devotional volume some of the finest writings from the Daily Study Bible. These wonderful insights into the wisdom of the New Testament are sure to draw the reader closer to God and His will for us each day.

 

The Red Sea Rules by Robert Morgan reveals, even in the midst of seemingly impossible situations, God's promise to make a way for us. Life is hard, especially for Christians. It is certain that we will face difficulties, and that God will allow them, as He allowed the Israelites to become trapped between Pharaoh's rushing armies and the uncrossable Red Sea. Just as certain is the fact that the same God who led us in will lead us out.

 

The Spirituality of Gardening by Donna Sinclair is both personal and prophetic. Written with journalistic skill and poetic passion, it will encourage gardeners and all who care about this planet. The stories, images, and gardening experiences awaken us to a deep love and compassion for planet earth. This book is peaceful, challenging, nourishing, and inspiring.

 

ReminderThe Canterbury Bookstore does not collect sales tax and always offers free gift wrapping. Special orders are welcome and gold imprinting is available on available books for $15. All greetings cards are $1. 

 

Summer Hours

Monday: 10 AM-12 PM (please call to verify availability)

Thursday: 10 AM-3 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM-12 PM (please call to verify availability)

Sunday: 8:30-11:30 AM

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Spiritual Direction

Spiritual direction offers the participant the opportunity to be accompanied and guided on his/her spiritual journey toward God through confidential one-on-one meetings with a spiritual director. Nicki Gillis is CSMSG's spiritual director and is available to meet with those interested in exploring this personal approach to understanding our spiritual lives. Contact Nicki at 314.863.0407 or [email protected].

   

Help Wanted: 

We are looking for friendly morning people to be 8 AM greeters. Please contact Laurie Brown at [email protected] or 314.721.1502 for more information.

   

E-Letter/Notice Information

Please send any new information that you would like to be included in the notices or e-letters to Debbie at [email protected]. The deadline for the e-letter/notices is Wednesday at Noon. Please keep the information concise. Thank you.

 

Instant Web Connection to CSMSG!
QR code
Notice that strange symbol on the back of the service leaflet? That's a Quick Response (QR) Code! If your smartphone has a scanner app, scanning the image will automatically direct you to the CSMSG website, where you will find links to our weekly updates, calendars, service times, sermons, and news.

The Knitting Ministry
knitting demo

In September, the Knitting Ministry will celebrate its tenth birthday! The Knitting Ministry knits mantles of comfort (prayer shawls), baby blankets, and chemo caps. In the last ten years, this ministry has knitted and donated 377 prayer shawls, 74 chemo caps, and 98 baby blankets. We meet once a month on Saturday for knitting, conversation, and lunch. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Nicki Gillis at [email protected] or 314.863.0407. If Saturdays don't work for you, but want to join, please let Nicki know. 


Good Neighbors
Please be considerate of our neighbors on Ellenwood and Wydown. Take advantage of the complimentary valet parking on Sundays and do not park in front of driveways.

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 whom we thank for this very generous gift!

 

Altar Flowers  

Please consider giving flowers in celebration of a special event, in honor or in memory of a loved one. Order forms are available near the Ellenwood Narthex.   

  

Birth Announcements Needed

Please contact Debbie Fenner at [email protected] or 314.721.1502 when there is a birth in your family, so we can properly welcome your baby into the parish family.

 

CSMSG Pre-Primary Enrollment

We are currently accepting applications for our parish's two pre-primary programs: 18-24 months on Thursday and Friday mornings from 8:30-11:30 AM, and two to three 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 a degreed teacher and have proven quite successful since their inception. For more information, call Carol at 314.721.1502.

Pre-school fun with parachutes

The Servers Guild   

The Servers Guild provides a unique opportunity for students in the 6th through 12th grades to participate in the Sunday liturgies 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 CSMSG, contact Fr. Mike Wheeler.

Altar Guild   Altar Guild June
The Altar Guild invites you to deepen your spiritual life and connection to the liturgy by becoming a member. This ministry is dedicated to the service of God by lovingly preparing the altars. Many hands are needed, both weekdays and Sundays, to care for the linens, candles, and silver. Contact Caroline Sheehan at 314.537.3853 or [email protected] for more information on becoming a member!