August 6th Saint Michael's Message

Newsletter: Thursday, August 6th 2026

We value traditional worship, grounded in Biblical truth, and informed by progressive thought and theology.

This Sunday, August 9th

The Rev. Ted Neidlinger, supply Priest

But when the disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” (Matthew 14:25-26}

Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28

Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b

Romans 10:5-15

Matthew 14:22-33

Sunday, August 16th

Faith and Reconciliation

She said, “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.” Then Jesus answered her, “Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” And her daughter was healed instantly. (Matthew 15:28)

Genesis 45:1-15

Psalm 133

Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32

Matthew 15: (10-20), 21-28

Highlighted Events

Amazing Saint Michael’s Gardeners!!

St. Michael's gardeners, finished processing 48lbs of garlic. It was great to have the garden team to complete this task in very short time together. Our harvest this week was 70.5lbs and that will likely be our largest harvest week this season. We are currently at a total of 120lbs harvested produce in 2026.

Thank you, Al

Wedding Invite

A wedding invitation from Antoinette “Toni” Nevitt and Daniel “Dan” Layden

Greetings to the wonderful family of God at Saint Michael’s,

On August 8th, by the grace of God, Toni and Dan plan to marry. We want to excitedly, officially and cordially invite you to attend our wedding!

* August 8th, 2026

* 2:00pm

* Saint Michael’s Episcopal Church

* 444 South Harbour Drive

* Noblesville, IN 46062

A simple reception at the church will immediately follow the ceremony.

All are welcome to attend!

Only your amazing and wonderful presence is requested and indeed desired. We encourage you to give donations to:

The White River Food Pantry

White River Christian Church PantryHamilton County Harvest Food Bankhttps://hchfoodbank.org › Food Pantries

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

Fondly,

Toni and Dan

Thoughts from Our Priest

Transfigured

While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. A voice came from the cloud, saying, "This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him." (Luke 9: 34 and 35)

On August 6th the Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration. Above is a portion from Luke’s gospel account of the event. These sentences come right after Jesus has been transfigured, turned a dazzling white, and had met with Moses and Elijah. Now you would think that after seeing their Lord and teacher turn a dazzling white, and having heard these words from God in a cloud, Peter, James and John would never not listen to Jesus again. Think again!

It seems to me that throughout history people like you and me have struggled to take God’s advice and listen to Jesus. In many situations it is hard to submit and remain faithful. Many times we do not know God’s will and are asked to remain patient and prayerfully listen. At other times our own agendas keep getting in the way. We want to fit God into our lives, when the Christian life is about the opposite. Further, we want God to embrace our lives the way we want, instead of being transformed by Christ’s love. However, let us be mindful that we are called by God, “To Listen to Him.” We may stumble at times, but Christ will always lovingly correct us. To God be the glory!

Today is God’s Present!

Activities this Week

Sunday, August 9th

8:00 am - Holy Eucharist Rite I (God's Word, prayers & communion in Old English) - in the Church

10:00 am - Holy Eucharist Rite II (God's Word, prayers & communion in contemporary English with music) - in the Church and online

11:00 am - Fellowship after Church with Coffee and Desserts

Tuesday, August 11th

9:30 am - Morning Prayer - online

6:00 to 9:00 pm - Music lessons with Steven Murphy

Wednesday, August 12th

9:30 am - Morning Prayer - online

5:00 pm - Gardeners meeting - Garden prep.

7:00 pm - Vestry Meeting

Thursday, August 13th

9:00 am - Morning Prayer - online

Friday, August 14th

9:30 am - Morning Prayer - online

Saturday, August 15th

10:00 am - Communication Group

Next Sunday, August 16th

8:00 am - Holy Eucharist Rite I (God's Word, prayers & communion in Old English) - in the Church

10:00 am - Holy Eucharist Rite II (God's Word, prayers & communion in contemporary English with music) - in the Church and online

11:00 am - Fellowship after Church with Coffee and Desserts

(For online offerings visit our website and click "Join us on Zoom." Our Sunday worship may also be found on facebook.)

Outreach Opportunities

Outreach Opportunities:

Our core ministries of outreach carry out the work of the church in the world. Contact person for Outreach is Laurie Schoening at 317-797-6664 or lschoe1034@aol.com

Family Promise and White River Food Pantry Lists of items needed for donations are on the table in the Narthex.

Bring a Canned Good to Church. On the first Sunday of each month ... we are taking donations of canned goods and peanut butter/jelly for the White River Food Pantry. We would like everyone to bring a canned good to church that day (or feel free to bring in multiple cans). They will then be blessed at the Altar before communion and then delivered later that week. Delivery is usually on Thursday.

Dayspring Center: Helping Homeless families find their way home. Interested in volunteering to serve dinner at Dayspring? Contact Kelly Garrett (317) 508-7790 or Kellygar0729@gmail.com. The next opportunity to serve at Dayspring is July 19. We host every other month. You can also help with food donations for this important Outreach ministry.

POP Tab Collection. Bring your pop tabs from aluminum drink cans to church for our collection. Tabs are donated to help financially with the McDonald House families.

The Church Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (times may vary). Fr. Dan is available all week except on Monday, his Sabbath Day. Friday he works at home writing, but is available for any pastoral concerns.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

444 South Harbour Drive,

Noblesville, IN 46062 | (317) 773-6157