As we begin to gather in-person, we are excited to have new name tags available for all parishioners. All name tags will have strong magnets or you can opt to have a clip added to the top. If you haven't already, be sure to pick up your new name tag this Sunday. As a church on a mission to make Christ known, let's make sure we make it easier to be known to others. We ask that you keep your name tag with you and wear at all church events! If you have any questions, you can contact Linda Kean, Newcomer Ministry Coordinator - [email protected]

The Rev. Matt Holcombe is making house calls for those who request a visit. Each visit will be 30 minutes and can be done on the porch (or if everyone in the home is fully COVID19 vaccinated - Matt is comfortable being inside your home.) While there Matt is also happy to provide a house blessing. CLICK HERE to sign up for the date and time that works best for you to have Matt stop by and visit and get to know you (and your family) a little better!

We realize our outdoor services this summer mean a lot of sunshine, so St. Michael's now has 60 white umbrellas to shade you for outdoor services and events. Pick one up as you stop by the name tag and wrist band tables and share the shade with a friend! Don't forget to drop them off in the same area after the service so we can have them ready for everyone for the next Sunday or outdoor event.

We have entered the 21st Century for phones! Some of you may have noticed that we've needed to update our phone system for a bit now. Great news, we've got our new phone system up and running and it's better than ever! Along with many new features is the ease of reaching a specific staff member through their own extension. To reach a staff member, press 4 from the main menu and then dial one of the following extensions (or look them up by name):

Just a friendly reminder that if making a check out to St. Michael's for your pledge it would greatly assist us if you could please notate "Pledge" in the memo section. Thank you!

In response to the updated CDC mask guidelines and Diocese of Colorado recommendations, St. Michael's has announced new COVID19 protocols and gathering guidelines on May 29, 2021. CLICK HERE to read the updated protocols and learn more about how we've updated our community covenant.

Did you know we need 18 volunteers every Sunday for outdoor services? We are looking for volunteers to be our Safety Ushers - assist with the set up and clean up, Lay Reader for each service, and even help set up for our in-person Fellowship on the Lawn! CLICK HERE to sign up to volunteer for June Outdoor Services. We are so excited to offer this outdoor worship experience to all, but we need your help to make it possible. Sign up to volunteer today!

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10:00 AM Fellowship on the Lawn (No Virtual Coffee Hour)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Drive thru Communion

All we need is U

It takes a village and St. Michael's is looking for amazing volunteers with all sorts of talents and skills. When you see this logo/image let us know if you are able to help. With many new initiatives on the horizon, let us know how you want to get involved. Current opportunities to help:

The Lord's dinner is coming up on Sunday, June 13th. We are looking for 5 families to make 10 bagged dinners to drop off at Diane Verlinde's home at: 915 Oak Bend Court by 3 pm on Sunday June 13. Please email Diane at [email protected] or call (719) 329-8771 for details.

As we continue to worship together, both in person and online, we are excited to announce our next Virtual Coffee Hour on Sunday, July 11 at 10:00 AM. For those who have been joining from home, near or far, we are excited to get a chance to spend this time of fellowship with you! For those joining the service in person, you are welcome to stay after for Fellowship on the Lawn or join us online once you get home! Keep watching the Weekly eNews or the St. Michael's website for the link.

St. Michael's is excited to work on a new ministry-Laundry Love! We have heard from several outreach partners that one of the most significant “pain points” in Colorado Springs with those who live in poverty is the access to clean(ing) clothes. Starting this summer, we need volunteers to meet our friends at a laundromat with the provided coins and detergent, and keep our friends company as they complete their laundry. We are planning for our first Laundry day to be on Monday, July 12. To volunteer contact Deacon Gary at: [email protected].

With the weather being nicer and more people being vaccinated we have planned Kylie's (Kelleher) Celebration of Life. It will be Saturday, June 26 1-5 pm at the View House (7114 Campus Dr, Colorado Springs, 80920). Please contact Kaelin Donald at [email protected] if you have any questions.

We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the life she lived!

Blessings, Kaelin Donald

Our summer music programming aims to bring us closer as a community through the power of beautiful music. We will start by featuring a group of congregational song leaders at the Bishop's visit on June 6th and continuing on the first Sunday of every month. Five Guest Soloists will make appearances throughout the summer, each of whom specializes in a different style of music. For some extra fun and socializing, mark your calendars for our two summer concerts on July 22nd and August 19th featuring local musicians! Want to help or join in the fun? Contact our Director of Music, Amalia Dobbins at [email protected].

We are so happy to begin our summer of Picnic in the Pavilion every Tuesday from 12:00 - 1:00 PM! Much like last year's Picnic with the Priest, join us this year for a wonderful opportunity to get to know not only Rev. Matt Holcombe, but even more of our St. Michael's Clergy and Staff including Deacon Gary Darress, Director of Music Amalia Dobbins, and Newcomer Coordinator Linda Kean. Bring your lunch and enjoy this time of fellowship with your St. Michael's family and friends in our great outdoors! No RSVP required.

The ECW Thrift House is looking for volunteers to help run the store from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m. (dates fluctuating). Volunteers will run the cash register (only if you feel comfortable in doing so), put out clothing or housewares, steam clothes, assist customers, and have fun! Getting to know the other volunteers and customers is great. We have many returning customers who love shopping with us. Reach out to Kay C. Mast for more details: [email protected]

Birthdays This Week:

June 16 Craig Fleischmann

June 17 Pam Priest

June 19 Britney Lowenberg

June 19 Katherine Newberry