Parish Newsletter
April
Paula Ponders
April 26, 2025
Thomas asks to see Jesus after so many of the other disciples have already seen him. He knows what he needs to believe and isn't afraid to speak up. That is what I find so refreshing about Thomas!
There are times that I don't speak up. I don't speak up for the things I need, the things that matter, the things promised to me, because who will listen anyway? Will anything change?
So we stay silent - for ourselves; for others. Someone else will say something, right? Surely someone else will stand up for injustice, for discrimination, for those abused. For those who have no voice. Someone else will give voice to what I feel and know and want. Someone else will speak up for me. Or just maybe Thomas can provide me the courage to give voice to my need to believe in the resurrection and live like one who has new life.
I'll see you in church,
Paula+
April Deacon’s Corner
St. Michaels family,
Spring is in the air and soon we’ll be able to enjoy the good ole Michigan outdoors. I know Kitty and I are looking forward to it.
I hope you’re enjoying your Lenten season and are making time for prayer, reflection and repentance. Remember Lent is not just about “giving something up” but making space for God, and for others.
We will be making bag lunches on the 12th of April from noon to 1 p.m. We have enough lunch and sandwich bags but juice boxes and cookies are always appreciated.
Remember to keep Patti Bushway and Carol Truesdell in your prayers for healing and to continue to pray for each other. May you enjoy this month of April and always be mindful of the needs of others.
Peace,
Deacon Rob+
Contact me at: rwchel62@yahoo.com
Peace to you, Deacon Rob
Good news April 26, 2025
Memorial Lamps - The experience of the pandemic is highlighting what is truly important to our community. It is apparent that the need for fresh flowers on the altar each week is not a burning desire. With that in mind, we will halt the regular purchase of flowers but continue to accept memorial donations for lamps. These donations support our worship supplies such as bread, wine, linens, candles, and oils. Please contact Tracey on reserving a date. Dates Available: 4/27 (two). Lamps are $7 each
Let us pray for peace: Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen. (BCP pg 815)
Sunday Schedule
Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m. in the church!
and livestreamed.
The Paschal candle is lit from the new fire
The children adorn a cross of twigs with flowers
The Light of Christ spreads throughout the church
A Festive Easter Celebration!
Evin’s trumpet accompanies our opening “Christ the Lord is Risen Today!”
The choir sings Vivaldi’s “Come and Be Joyful”
Livestream and Recorded
click here to view
HELP US HELP OTHERS
Take a tag and give to our outreach efforts. Each tag should cost around $5-$10 depending on where you shop. And if you shop at Kroger, using your Community Rewards card will be a win-win for St. Michael's.
Amazon Wish List QR Code
Doing Shopping This Week?
Please pick up something for our pantry
So Many Are Hungry
This Week’s Wish List Item
The need is great! Thank you!
If you are in need of food and need more food items than a few from our blessing box, please click here for a list of area food distribution locations and times.
You can also visit our Resources page for the list.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN NEWS!
We are raising funds to improve our church's infrastructure - a new stove, an electric outdoor sign, and new flooring for the sanctuary. These improvements will enhance our ability to serve the community, hold events, and present a welcoming environment.
We have an ambitious goal of $75,000 and already have raised $34,655.
Your participation is most welcome. Will your employer, a friend, or a business owner be a donor, if you would only ask?
Please save the date May 17
for some dinner and entertainment. Help us raise some needed funds for our Capital improvements.
Lots of fun for our families and friends!
Maundy Thursday
On Thursday, we gathered together in the undercroft for an Agape meal and Eucharist. We recalled Christ’s Passover. Afterward, we paused briefly in church for a quiet prayer, joining with Christ’s prayer to his Father in the garden. This service was not livestreamed.
Good Friday - Conversations by the Cross
Our Good Friday service gave the opportunity to return to the scene and overhear the discussions between Mary and John, Pilate and his wife, and a number of people who were there. This evening let you eavesdrop into their perspective on the Passion and Crucifixion. The drama was punctuated with choir, band, and congregational hymns. We concluded the service by consuming all of the reserved sacrament in the tabernacle and then extinguished the sanctuary lamp.
Malchus and Mark
Barabbas and Caiaphas
Pilate and his wife
Yoga Classes
Classes begin in our undercroft on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:00 p.m. with certified yoga trainer Jane Gibson. Please bring a mat and a small blanket ready to stretch, relax, and meditate.
Must have experience with yoga - this is not a beginner's class. $45 for six classes.
We depend on your open hand to help us continue our mission to a needy world:
Our Blessing Box is emptied several times each week as we care for those in need of food. Rob has started a Go Fund Me page to help us keep the Box filled. Click on that link to make a contribution directly to the food drive.
We rely on your generosity in a special way during the Lenten season to reach out in ways we could never do alone. You can conveniently give online by clicking on the button above and choosing St. Michaels Lincoln Park. Thank you so much for anything you can do to help us reach others!
If you have benefited from any of our ministries this year
If you want the blessings of this community to benefit the lives of others
If you dream of a thriving world where St. Michael's brings greater belonging, well-being, and peace to all.
Doing Some Shopping?. - Every time you shop at Kroger, you can raise funds for St. Michael. All you have to do is swipe your Plus Card. To enroll your card or create a new account follow these simple instructions. Here's how.
It all adds up - Current 2023 year to date totals that St Michael’s has received through the Kroger program is: Kroger $95.86
We now have an Amazon Wish List that can be shopped from and will ship directly to the church
FOOD PANTRY / Blessings Box - St. Michaels is now providing for the needs of our neighbors through our Blessing Box as well as the local women’s shelter. We appreciate your donations to keep it filled. Whenever pop top cans are available they are preferred by people who don’t have kitchen facilities available. Items needed include household necessities, but are not limited to the following: Paper towels, Napkins, Toilet paper, Bath soap, Health & beauty, Toothpaste Related items, Diapers, Wipes, Feminine hygiene supplies, Dish soap, disinfectant & cleaning supplies, Shampoo & Conditioner, Laundry soap, Food items include but are not limited to: Canned Soup, Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetable, Canned Tuna, Granola Bars, Instant Potatoes, Baked Beans, Mac N Cheese, Canned Pasta, Canned Meat, Cereal, Oatmeal, Box of Crackers, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Ketchup, Jar of Applesauce, Puddings, Pasta Sauce, Spaghetti Sauce
Blessings Box Specific Items - Pull top: ready to eat soups, canned pastas, canned fruit, canned vegetables, canned tuna or in single serving pouch, granola bars, cereal bars, single serving cereals, juice boxes, single serve shelf stable milk, single serve pudding cups, jell-o cups, single serve water bottles (20oz or smaller),
If you are unsure what to get, please make a monetary donation
Or visit our Amazon Wish List for items
Thank you for your help in this meaningful ministry for those in need!
Click here for downloadable shopping list