Weekly eNews

February 28, 2025

This Week & Weekend at St. Michael's

Shrove Tuesday

Pancake Supper

This Tuesday, March 4

5:00 - 7:00 PM

Join us for pancakes in the Parish Hall as we kick off the season of Lent. Men of the parish are invited to help cook, serve, and clean up. Click below to volunteer. No RSVP to attend. All are welcome and bring a friend.

Volunteer for Pancake Supper

Ash Wednesday

This Wednesday, March 5

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent, and a day for reflection and worship. We will be offering three opportunities for the imposition of ashes. Join us as we observe a holy Lent and draw closer to God and one another.

7:00 - 9:00 AM, Ashes to Go in the parking lot
12:00 PM, Imposition of Ashes & Holy Eucharist
7:00 PM, Imposition of Ashes, Holy Eucharist, Choir, and Livestreamed. Visit our website for a quick viewing link.
6:00 - 8:30 PM, Middle and High School Youth Group gathering with dinner, Lenten intentions, and attending the Ash Wednesday service together.

This Sunday

Preparing for Lent

March 2, 9:15 AM

Why do we celebrate Lent? Join Rev. Vicki & Christopher Keith as they take a deep dive into Lent & Holy Week. Learn more about this sacred time and the ways we mark the season through prayer and practices.

Also happening this Weekend ...

Cherub Choir Rehearsal - The next Cherub Choir rehearsal is Sunday, March 2, 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM in the Music Room.

ASL Services - An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be available on Sunday, March 2 during the 10:30 AM service.

Trailblazer Youth Group - The Trailblazers are headed to Skate City on Sunday, March 2, at 1:30 PM. Click the event title to sign up. $20/person covers rink time, skates and pizza.

Soli Deo Gloria

Free Choir Performance

This Saturday, March 1, 7:00 PM

Join us at St. Michael's for this special, FREE performance by the Soli Deo Gloria Chamber Singers - "The American Spiritual," on Saturday, March 1, 7:00 PM at St. Michael's. Visit the Soli Deo Gloria website for more information.

On the Calendar

This Sunday, March 2

Last Sunday after Epiphany

ASL interpreter at 10:30 AM service

Volunteer to Help with Worship this Sunday

Join an Usher Team

Worship Volunteers Needed

Can you be a greeter, lay reader, nursery helper, or assist with coffee hour? Want to join an Usher Team? Click above to sign up today - thank you in advance!

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Eucharist with Choir

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Education & More!

9:15 AM Education for All

Sunday Forum - Preparing for Lent

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Nursery Care is available for Children 5 and under 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM.

Join us for Coffee Hour and Fellowship after the service.

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Lent at St. Michael's

We have numerous opportunities for you to explore, grow, and deepen your faith during the season of Lent. Click on the purple event titles to view the event sign up page.

Lenten Soup Suppers

Wednesdays, Beginning March 12, 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Join us for food, fellowship, and formation on Wednesday evenings during Lent. Enjoy dinner and fellowship from 5:30 - 6:00 PM and then formation from 6:00 - 7:00 focused on "To Gather Together; Living into our Baptismal Covenant." Click event title to bring soup or just bring your appetite.

40 Days of Giving Flyer

We invite you to participate in 40 Days of Giving during this Lenten season to support our Outreach Partners. Bags & Lists will be available next Sunday, March 2. Every donation will make a difference. Drop off during Holy Week (April 13-20). Click on the event title to download flyer.

St. Patrick's Fish Fry

Friday, March 14, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Join us for fellowship and frivolity as we celebrate the patron Saint of Ireland. Enjoy an Irish beer, wine or non-alcoholic beverage along with a delicious meal, prepared by the men of St. Mike's BBQ Ministry. Suggested donation of $10 per person. Click event title to RSVP.

Lenten Retreat

Saturday, March 15, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

This Lenten season, join The Well to explore Christ’s invitation to share his cup at the Lenten Retreat on Saturday, March 15. Suggested $10 donation covers lunch and materials. Click event title to RSVP.

Lent Events & Information

Upcoming Events & Parish Life

Adult Pilgrimage

Camino 2025 / Egypt 2026

Camino Update: Registration is currently open. To learn more, click on the button below. Cost, itinerary, and registration information is now available.

Egypt Update: Registration is currently closed for the Egypt Pilgrimage because we have reached our trip capacity of 35. To be added to the waitlist, please email Matt.

Pilgrimage Info and Sign Up

Youth Sunday School

Sundays, 9:15 - 10:10 AM

In March and April, Youth Sunday School will go on a "Journey with Jesus: A Family Lent Adventure." Children will discover the meaning of Lent and how it connects to Jesus’ time in the desert, learn the power of prayer, with creative ways to talk to God, and serve others by practicing almsgiving and showing love in tangible ways. This series is filled with engaging crafts, fun activities, and Bible stories that will inspire your family to grow together in faith. Email Bailey for more information on Youth and family activities.

IHN Dinners

Volunteers Needed

IHN (Interfaith Hospitality Network) is requesting dinners to support families who are beta-testing a new "static housing" solution. Families will reside for several months in one location with support from partners. To sign up to make a meal and drop off, click on the link below, and then please email Kelly Belvis. A week before you serve, dietary restrictions and size/portions of meals will be emailed by Family Promise (IHN).

IHN Dinner Volunteer Sign Up

March & April

Archangel Newsletter

Coming soon!

Keep an eye out for the upcoming March & April Archangel Newsletter. A reminder that the Archangel is sent via email, instead of through the postal service, as one of our "green initiatives." To request a printed paper copy, email contact@stmikeschurch.com.

YES Trips Youth Mission Saturday, March 1

This free, One Day mission brings youth and leaders from around the diocese together for a half day of service, a meal, and fellowship. Reconnect during the year and get a feel for what a day on the service trip is like. Open to 6th – 12th grade. Bailey will be a leader and can provide transportation. Please email Bailey for more information.

St. Andrews Final Service

Thursday, March 6, 5:00 PM

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Manitou Springs recently shared the sad news that they are closing after nearly 150 years of ministry. Rev. Matt & St. Michael's Wardens have been walking beside St. Andrew's for the past several months and will be supporting them as they prepare to close. A Celebration of Ministry & Final Eucharist will take place on Thursday, March 6 at 5:00 PM with Bishop Kym Lucas, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Colorado. All are invited to attend.

View Map/Directions to St. Andrews

Emmaus Road

On Hiatus Until May

The Emmaus Road Ministry, for those impacted by the loss of a loved one to suicide, has completed its first support group. There will be a brief respite before the next group begins in May; dates to be announced in eNews. Participants have found the group to be a safe and helpful place to continue their healing journey, led by facilitators who have traveled the same road. If you or someone you know are interested in signing up for the next group or simply have questions, please email Janet Perreault, or email Linda Kean.

Children and Youth Sunday

Next Sunday, March 9

Don't miss our Children & Youth Sunday on March 9 during both services. Aviana, a member of our Youth Council and Youth Vestry Representative, will be preaching. Children and other youth will take on worship roles and show us their vocal and musical talents. If you have (or are) a youth looking to participate as a reader, acolyte, usher, or greeter, please email Bailey to volunteer.

SMASH Curiosity Unlimited Friday, March 14,

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Seniors are invited to the Curiosity Unlimited Lecture at UCCS, "What's Happening to Religion?" by Jeffrey Scholes, Professor of Religious Studies in the Department of Philosophy and the Director for Religious Diversity and Public Life at UCCS. The lecture is on Friday, March 14 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Ent Center for the Arts. Sign up below.

Funeral Planning Seminar

March 19, 2:00 - 3:30 PM

Join Rev. Matt and Rev. Vicki to learn how planning your funeral, or that of a loved one, can be a time of prayerful, joyful reflection instead of a dreaded task. Click below to sign up for the seminar or view the online resources.

View Funeral Planning Resources

Watch, Listen and Share St. Mike's Sermons

Exciting News! St. Michael's sermons now have their own dedicated page on our website. Easily access each message with a single click—each link takes you straight to the start of the sermon. Experience powerful preaching from the comfort of home, anytime, anywhere. Don't forget to share with friends and loved ones so they can be uplifted too!

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Pew Partners New Ministry

We are looking for volunteers willing to give about an hour of their time each week to help keep our pews neat and tidy. This is a simple and meaningful way to contribute to the upkeep of our space and ensure that it's welcoming for all. If you're interested in helping, please email Diane or contact her in the church office: 719-598-3244.