Weekly eNews

March 20, 2026

"Following Jesus" Part 2
Sunday Forum
March 22, 9:15 AM

Jesus’ simple invitation, “Follow me" has the power to reshape an entire life. In this two-part Sunday Forum we’ll explore what it means to center our priorities, habits, and identity around him. This Sunday, join Rev. Matt as he reflects on the courage it takes to follow Jesus… loving enemies, serving others, and living differently. (In-person and Livestreamed)

Sandwich Sunday

March 22, 11:45 AM

Many hands make light work! Please join us after the 10:30 service to assemble sandwiches, decorate and fill bags, and pack boxes for distribution to the homeless and hungry in our city. This event is an opportunity to do good, have fun, and make "Christ known within and beyond our walls.”

Easter Flower & Music

Donations Due March 29

Help fill our sanctuary on Easter with beautiful music and fragrant flowers. You can make a donation in memory of or thanksgiving for your loved ones. Please complete the online form prior to March 29. All names will be printed in the Easter Vigil & Easter Day Service Bulletins. Thank you in advance for adding to our Easter Celebration with your generosity and presence.

Easter Flowers & Music Donation Form

Volunteers Needed!

Holy Week Worship Volunteers
We are in need of several additional volunteers during Holy Week to help with all the services. CLICK HERE to volunteer. No previous experience required!

Palm Sunday Brunch Food & Volunteers Needed by March 25
Please CLICK HERE to sign up by March 25th, to donate food for our Palm Sunday Brunch or to help cook, set up, and clean up.

Easter Candy Donations Needed by April 1
Our Youth are ready to fill over 1,000 eggs with candy but we need your help. Drop off individually wrapped candy by April 1 to the church office (no nuts please).

Bishop Budde Rewind

If you missed Bishop Budde's visit on March 8 or if you’d like to relive the experience CLICK HERE to explore our dedicated media webpage. There, you’ll find her sermon, her Sunday Forum interview and a library of photos available to view and download. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make her time with us so meaningful!

This Sunday, March 22

Fifth Sunday of Lent

Volunteer to Help with Worship this Sunday

Worship Volunteers Needed

Want to volunteer as an acolyte, chalice bearer, usher, or greeter? Click above to sign up today - thank you in advance!

Worship with Us

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist

10:30 AM Holy Eucharist with Choir, Children's Chapel + Livestream

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Fellowship & Formation

9:00 AM Coffee Hour

9:15 AM Children & Youth Sunday School

9:15 AM Sunday Forum
Bishop Mariann Budde

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11:45 AM Coffee Hour

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

Join us for Coffee Hour and Fellowship after each service.

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Coming Soon

Every Stitch a Prayer

March 23, 4:00-6:00 PM

Every Stitch a Prayer continues to meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 4-6 pm at Third Space coffee shop. We will gather for conversation, coffee, cookies, and, of course, crochet or knitting. Bring any handwork in progress or simply your own sweet self. If you need anything at all--yarn, hooks, needles, patterns, or help, please contact Sandie Willey, boppiewilley@gmail.com

People Who Read

March 23, 6:00-8:00 PM

March 23rd's book is Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. This is a great way to get to know others while discussing intriguing fiction and non-fiction books intended to spark the imagination and feed the soul. Contact Jennie at jennie@stmikeschurch.com for more information.

Education for Ministry (EfM)

March 24, 6:00-8:00 PM

In EfM, we are reflective practitioners of the way of love. You’re invited to a two-week book study of Sue Monk Kidd’s book, God’s Joyful Surprise, in which she uses a similar approach to leading a Godcentered life. All are welcome for this book discussion, with elements of worship and theological reflection. Contact jennie@stmikeschurch.com for more information or to RSVP.

Lenten Soup Supper
Wednesday, March 25

5:30 - 6:00 PM Soup Supper
6:00 - 7:00 PM Learning

Join us for our next Lenten Soup Supper! Our clergy team will offer insights into how practicing courage with our heart and habits can transform and transfigure our spiritual journey. Come hungry as we grow together in faith, one practice at a time. Click below to bring soup to share, clean up, set up, or you can just bring your appetite. All are welcome! Soup Suppers continue every Wednesday through April 1.

RSVP for Lent Soup Supper

Creating Space

March 28, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join Ann-Noel Spencer for a fun morning where she will lead us in a lavender fields painting project. All supplies are provided including canvas, brushes, paint, and in-person instruction. This activity has a $30 fee and RSVP is required. As always, if you’d like to just come and be with us, feel free to join us and bring a book or project you are working on. CLICK HERE to register.

Upcoming Baptism Service
Saturday, April 4, 7:00 PM

Do you know someone who desires to be Baptized and welcomed into the Church & Body of Christ? Please CLICK HERE to complete the baptism request form and to attend the Baptism Preparation Class on March 28, from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Questions? Contact Rev. Vicki, vicki@stmikeschurch.com

Outreach Corner

Salvation Army Dinner, Sunday, March 22, 4 PM

Serve dinner and help clean up at the Salvation Army’s RJ Montgomery Family Hope Center. CLICK HERE to volunteer and learn more.

40 Days of Giving: Donation Drop Off Mar. 29 - April 4

Pick up a shopping list and donation bag in the Gathering Space. All donations support our local Outreach Partners. Consider donating 1, 5, 10, or all 40 of the essentials. CLICK HERE to download the donation list. Drop off donations during Holy Week (March 29-April 4). We will need help accepting and sorting the donations on Palm Sunday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday. CLICK HERE to learn more and/or sign up.

Partners in Housing, Furniture Donations Needed
Please remember Partners in Housing (PIH) when you are spring cleaning. Partners in this transitional program for homeless families need couches, loveseats, dressers, and kitchen tables with chairs. If you have any of these items to donate, please email Tarin Potter, tpotter@partnersinhousing.org, with a picture, and she will tell you how to donate.

Holy Week March 29-April 5

Palm Sunday Brunch

Sunday, March 29, After the 8:00 & 10:30 AM Services

All are welcome to enjoy a delicious brunch after our Palm Sunday worship service.

Soup Supper

Wednesday, April 1, 5:30 - 6:45 PM

Our clergy team will offer insights into how practicing courage with our heart and habits can transform and transfigure our spiritual journey. Come hungry as we grow together in faith, one practice at a time. All are welcome!

Tenebrae Concert

Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 PM

Join the Seraphim Choir and guest musicians for a special Holy Week offering. Tenebrae allows us to enter into a deeper experience of Christ's passion through scripture, music and reflection. (In-person & Livestreamed)

Maundy Thursday Service

Thursday, April 2, 7:00 PM

Holy Eucharist (nursery available). With special music, feet washing, and stripping of the Altar. (In-person & Livestreamed)

Garden Watch

Thursday, April 2, 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM Friday Morning

“Stay awake” with Jesus for an hour in our sanctuary to pray, meditate, or read. This symbolic ritual and annual tradition is a solemn opportunity to deepen your Holy Week experience. CLICK HERE to sign up.

Good Friday

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Gospel Reading from The St. John's Bible

Join us as we read through each of the gospels from The Saint John’s Bible. Sign up for a reading slot today. CLICK HERE to sign up.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Passion Reading. (In-person & Livestreamed)

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Stations of the Cross. Outside, weather permitting.

Holy Saturday Worship

10:00 AM Holy Saturday Liturgy at the Columbarium

Easter Vigil & Baptisms

Saturday 7:00 PM Festive Easter Eucharist with Baptisms. CLICK HERE to complete the Baptism Request Form. (In-person & Livestreamed)

Easter Services

7:30 AM Easter Eucharist with Trumpet & Soloist

9:30 AM Family Easter Eucharist with Brass Quintet & Choir