Five Things to Know from St. Andrew's

September 30, 2025 | View as Webpage

5 Things to Know About This Fall at St Andrews

Welcome to the first edition of "Five Things to Know" about your St. Andrew’s community! We’re trying out a new way to share news about the many things happening here, and we hope it helps you stay connected. I invite you to join us for these and other upcoming events as you are able. As always, your feedback is most welcome.

Peace, Paul

People and pets gathered for the blessing of the animals

Bring your furry, feathered, or fuzzy friends (or photo or stuffed animal!) to be blessed for the Feast of St. Francis. Held on the lawn, this short service welcomes everyone!

Flu Shots Available No Appointment Needed on October 19

Get your flu shot at St. Andrew's - many insurances accepted.

Paying out of pocket? The flu shot will be $45.20 for a regular dose, and $71.20 for a high dose (for 65 +), payable by check or credit card; no cash.

The Episcopal Health Ministry will also host a free, confidential collection of expired or unwanted medications (excluding controlled substances and certain items) in the Chapel Lobby during this time.

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Don't miss the start of our "Choral Sundays" series!

Sung by the St. Andrew’s Early Music Ensemble and Compline Choir, this service features Thomas Weelkes’ Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis, Richard Ayleward’s Preces and Responses, and Henry Loosemore’s O Lord, Increase Our Faith.

2025-26 MUSIC AT ST. ANDREW'S CONCERT SEASON

6:30pm

Compline

Join the St. Andrew’s Early Music Ensemble and Compline Choir Compline for this meditative offering of thanksgiving to God for the blessings of the day and an appeal for protection through the night

7pm

MUSIC FOR MEDITATION:

Music for All Souls

The St. Andrew’s Adult Choir and Chamber Orchestra present Jonathan Dove’s Missa Brevis and John Rutter’s Requiem

"The ABC’s of Aging Concerns:
From Geriatric Syndromes to Downsizing"

The Episcopal Health Ministry invites you to join Leslie Dubin, MSW, a clinical social worker for the University of Michigan Hospital’s Geriatric Inpatient Consultation Team, for a special presentation on "The ABC's of Aging Concerns."

About EHM's Medical Decision Making Series: Members of the congregation have expressed interest and concerns about such things as when to explore one’s place of living opportunities, the difficulty of having to make hard decisions, being honest about one's challenges, needs, social needs, financial needs, and other questions. These questions occur to older members, but younger members may have parents they are concerned about as well.

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Welcome, Felicity!

Please join me in warmly welcoming Felicity Thompson back to St. Andrew’s this fall as our seminarian. We have been honored to sponsor Felicity in the ordination process for the priesthood, during which she has completed several years of field education placements in churches around the diocese. As she nears the completion of her formation, I am delighted that she will be here with us—assisting in worship on Sundays and offering pastoral care during the week, while focusing on her remaining coursework. Welcome, Felicity!

-- Paul