Category: Special Events

Columbarium Dedication this Sunday

On Sunday, May 20, we will dedicate and bless our new columbarium.  A columbarium is a wall of niches to hold the ashes of the deceased.  Christians have a long history of burying their dead close to their places of worship.  It is a way to remember that we are part of the communion of [...]

Wednesday May 16th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Celebrate our Heritage

First St. Michael’s Heritage Dinner Saturday, May 12 6:30 pm Honoring Vic Niemeyer faithful servant and steward of St. Michael’s   Join us for an Italian themed dinner with great desserts Childcare provided with pizza dinner for the kids Please sign up on bulletin board in church entryway  

Monday May 7th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Thoughts from the Rector

First Heritage Award Honoree: Vic Niemeyer The Vestry and Stewardship Commission have collaborated on a new award at St. Michael’s which we are calling the Heritage Award. Each year we wish to recognize a parishioner who has exemplified for at least 10 years at St. Michael’s true servant ministry. The recipient will be honored at [...]

Friday April 20th, 2012 in From The Rector, Special Events | Comments Off

Sharing Faith Dinners – April 26, 2012

Please join your fellow Episcopalians for an evening of small group conversations that will bring together members from different Episcopal churches. The evening will begin with a simple meal in parishioners’ homes or churches or meeting spaces across the Diocese of Texas.  Each dinner will have a host, a moderator, and 8-12 participants. Sharing how we experience [...]

Friday April 20th, 2012 in Christian Education, Special Events | Comments Off

Calling All Graduates!!

If you are graduating from high school, college, university, or graduate school, please let St. Michael’s know because we would like to honor you. Please email Mary Conkling and tell her two things: from where you’re graduating what your future plans entail A special recognition of all the graduates will happen Sunday, May 13 at the 9 & [...]

Friday April 20th, 2012 in Special Events, Youth Program | Comments Off

Starry Nights and Campfire Lights Gala

May 10, Serrano’s Red River, 6:30-9:30 pm Benefiting Camp Allen’s Summer Camp Ministry Starry Nights Austin has become a tradition for gathering Episcopalians in the greater Austin area. Come join us for a night of fun under the stars, while celebrating the ministry of some wonderful Episcopalians. The event benefits children who need financial assistance [...]

Friday April 20th, 2012 in Camp Allen, Special Events | Comments Off

Women’s Courtyard Conversations this Thursday!

You are invited to join the women of St. Michael’s for “Courtyard Conversations” Thursday, April 19, 6:30-8:00pm $10.00 per person Appetizers, Desserts, and Beverages will be served   Please join us, and bring a friend! Sign up now (no later than Tuesday evening!) by calling the church office.  

Monday April 16th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Men’s BYO (Burn your own …) Tonight!

Join the men of St. Michael’s for fellowship and fun on Sunday evening, April 15, at around 6:00 pm with dinner at around 7:00 pm. You bring your own meat. We provide hot grills, plates, silverware, sides, salad, appetizers, sauces, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks. (You bring your own alcoholic beverages if desired.) Several of us [...]

Sunday April 15th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Holy Week & Easter Schedule

Maundy Thursday April 5 at 6:30 pm We remember Jesus’ command for us to love one another with a simple Communion Service in the church before moving to the parish hall for Footwashing and an Agape Meal; our music is by both the Chancel Choir and Music Team. We return to the church for the [...]

Tuesday April 3rd, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Sharing Faith Dinners

Please join your fellow Episcopalians for an evening of small group conversations, bringing together members from different Episcopal churches where possible.  The evening will begin with a simple meal in parishioners’ homes, churches, or meeting spaces across the Diocese of Texas.  Each dinner will have a host, a moderator, and 8-12 participants. Sharing how we [...]

Tuesday March 6th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

Women’s Lenten Day

with the Rev. Janne Alro Osborne Saturday, February 25 8:30 am – 1 pm Come for a morning of prayer, conversation, Bible study and reflection, icon and prayer bead making – come enjoy the friendship of other women and get your Lent off to a lovely start. Attendance is limited to 25. $10 includes breakfast [...]

Tuesday February 21st, 2012 in Christian Education, Retreats, Special Events | Comments Off

Prayer Workshop

Please join the Rev. Janne Alro Osborne for a healing prayer workshop on Sunday, February 12, 12:30-2:30 pm.  We will enjoy a light lunch and then talk about: praying with (and for) the sick practicing the presence and power of God having confident expectation that God hears us, and will answer preparing for a time of prayer with the [...]

Wednesday February 8th, 2012 in Christian Education, Special Events | Comments Off

Praying for Healing and Wholeness

On Sunday, February 5, our worship services will have a special emphasis on healing.  Immediately following the sermon our worship will continue with “A Litany for Healing and the Laying on of Hands”.  Some worshipers may wish to come to the altar rail to receive this healing sacrament and others may choose to participate by remaining in the pews, offering [...]

Wednesday February 1st, 2012 in Special Events, Sunday Readings | Comments Off

Annual Parish Meeting

Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 29, 10:05 – 10:55 for our annual Parish Meeting.  This year’s meeting will include the presentation of future vision, the end-of-year financials for 2011, Budget for 2012, installation of new vestry members, announcement of Senior Warden, and more.  Please join us! Middle School and High School Youth should attend [...]

Wednesday January 18th, 2012 in Special Events | Comments Off

A Special Mother-and-Daughter Evening!

Friday, January 27 6:00 – 9:00 pm Sign-up Deadline:  January 22 Don’t miss this fun evening for Moms and Daughters (8 years and older). It’s a great way to get to know other women in our parish family and their daughters. Our time together will include dinner, an outreach project, games, pillowcase designing, delicious dessert [...]

Wednesday January 18th, 2012 in Childrens Programs, Special Events, Youth Program | Comments Off