Dear Lord,
On this day,
we remember those who have served us by protecting our freedoms.
When we celebrate our long weekend with our friends and family,
help us remember,
that our freedom to speak of you,
and our freedom to worship you,
and our freedom to do that which we ought to do,
have all been bought at the price and sacrifice of many lives.
Your Son died for our eternal life in heaven.
So, too, your children died protecting us here on earth.
Help us be mindful this weekend and always of the sacrifices
made by those in uniform for all our freedoms.
Amen.
On this day,
we remember those who have served us by protecting our freedoms.
When we celebrate our long weekend with our friends and family,
help us remember,
that our freedom to speak of you,
and our freedom to worship you,
and our freedom to do that which we ought to do,
have all been bought at the price and sacrifice of many lives.
Your Son died for our eternal life in heaven.
So, too, your children died protecting us here on earth.
Help us be mindful this weekend and always of the sacrifices
made by those in uniform for all our freedoms.
Amen.
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, the parish office will be closed on Monday, May 27.
Saturday & Sunday | June 1 & June 2
Before & After Masses | Commons
Easier Than Ever to Donate!
- Cash or Check Donations
- Buy Walmart SCRIP Cards
Tax Credit Forms available.
IN SUPPORT OF
- precious children of Appalachia (31% of whom live below the poverty line)
- economy of the area (supplies will be purchased there)
- St. Michael SCRIP Program
Destination: Kindness Focus Group Meeting
Tuesday | June 4
9 AM - 10:30 AM | Room 205Karen Hannon, former Human Concerns Director here at St. Michael, is launching a new nonprofit initiative.
Join Karen and be a Kindness advocate! Come to the meeting to learn how you can share your gifts, talents, and wisdom at the formation stage of this exciting venture.
Interested? Questions?
Karen would love to hear from you!
804-874-4591 | email here
Saturday | June 1
6 PM | Parish Hall
Come out to enjoy a night with friends, delicious BBQ, and entertainment,all while supporting the work of SVdP in helping our friends in need.
Live entertainment | Silent auction
Disney Trip Drawing
Award presentation | Testimonials
Ticket Sales: $15/each | After Masses
Saturday | June 8
4 PM - 7 PMSunday | June 9
8 AM - 1 PMThe Blood Drive will be held in the Parish Hall.
Make an appointment today!
- After Mass | May 25 & 26 | June 1 & 2 | Commons
- Visit the American Red Cross Blood Services Website | Code: stmikes
- Download the Blood Donor App
- 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
Saturday | June 8
6 PM - 7:30 PM | Lake House Patio
This is an All-You-Can-Eat Event!
Do you love shrimp? Then, this is the event for you! Enjoy a lavish buffet prepared and served by the Knights of Columbus. All proceeds will benefit the Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Virginia.
Ticket Info
Prices: $25/person | $65/immediate family
Sales: After Mass | Online
RISC Information Session
May 30 | 6:30 PM | Lake House
Learn how RISC does justice on the local level, why congregations throughout the Richmond region are getting involved, and HOW YOU CAN PARTICIPATE!RISC us the Richmond region's largest local justice ministry, building a powerful community of diverse congregations to create root-level changes in our region.
Two Sessions: 10 AM | 7 PM
What do we need to do to find worthiness in our lives?
Everyone is Invited!
Even if you have not finished reading the book yet, we would love for you to join us and share your thoughts.Our very own Sarah Brockwell (Faith Formation Director) will be leading the discussion.
Prayer | Small Groups | Open Discussion
Light refreshments will be served at both sessions.
RSVP online.
Middle School Camp 2019
July 15 - 19 | 9 AM - 4 PMOur Lady of Lourdes
Amazing Grace is a week-long day camp for middle school youth.
Youth from area parishes gather together to build community, grow in knowledge of their faith, and encounter Christ through prayer and sacrament.
Open to all rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth (for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year).
This year, Our Lady of Lourdes (8200 Woodman Road | Henrico) will be hosting the camp.
Volunteer Opportunities - High School Counselors Needed!
Registration Deadline: June 18
Registration Cost: $60
VIRTUS Training/Protecting God's Children® for Adults is training conducted by VIRTUS® certified facilitators on the prevention of child sexual abuse. The training makes participants aware of the signs of child sexual abuse, the methods and means by which offenders commit abuse, and five easy steps one can use to prevent child sexual abuse. Two videos are the centerpiece of the training: A Time to Protect God's Children™ and A Plan to Protect God's Children™. The facilitators incorporate policies and procedures into the training defining child sexual abuse, addressing the reporting of child sexual abuse, the screening and selection of employees and volunteers, and victim advocacy.
Upcoming Sessions
(All sessions will be held in the Lake House, 6 PM - 9:30 PM)
Sarah Brockwell |Faith Formation Director | email here
Upcoming Sessions
(All sessions will be held in the Lake House, 6 PM - 9:30 PM)
- June 3
- August 5
- November 4
Sarah Brockwell |Faith Formation Director | email here
At Roar VBS, kids discover that even though life gets wild, God is good.
Roar is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste!
Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life.
Questions?
Ellen Guidry | VBS Coordinator | email here
Roar is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste!
Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life.
Questions?
Ellen Guidry | VBS Coordinator | email here
Important Info:
- Participants: Rising 1st - 5th Graders
- Attention adult volunteers! Nursery (ages 3 and under) and Preschool (ages 4 - 5) are available for you!
- Are you a rising 6th Grader or older? We need you! Please sign up to volunteer!
To put on this MANE event, we need your help with supplies and food!
If you are able, please view our signup and choose an item for donation. Directions for delivery are included on the signup.
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
The Time Has Come
It's that time most homeowners dread—time for some major repairs.St. Michael Parish is no exception and is in serious need of some major repairs and renovations:
A New Roof
It's lived beyond its ability to keep water out and to protect our structure. After years of patching and dealing with costly leaks, we are now at the point where it must be replaced. Our current roof is 17 years old, and we are ready to retire our buckets! This project will take one month to complete and will cost $93,000! Work has already started on this project.New Carpet for the Worship Space
After years of stretching to fix a buckling carpet, we are ready to replace this carpet that was installed in 2002! We do not have a start date for this project, but we are hopeful that we can move forward very soon. The total cost for this project is approximately $60,000. We are seeking bids now.St. Michael is seeking the most cost-effective approach for these improvements. Rest assured that we do have reserves in our budget for improvements just like this, and they will substantially cover a significant portion of these cost. However, we still find ourselves unable to cover the entire cost for this scope of work. To help with these cost, we will be having a Second Collection over the next three months. Please prayerfully consider contributing to support these building enhancements. Together, these projects significantly improve the longevity and look of our space. St. Michael Parish has been sharing our gifts of faith and ministry for 27 years with the community. It is now time to invest in improving our property and facilities, so that we can continue to share our faith for many more years!
In Search of Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Member Database & Sacramental Record KeepingThis 25-hour per week position begins on July 1. The successful candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in data entry, with preference given to those who have experience using the ParishSoft Family Suite. Candidates should have good handwriting skills, as sacramental records require handwritten entry. This position requires excellent time management and communications skills.
Interested candidates should submit a Diocese of Richmond job application and a résumé to:
Director of Business Administration
St. Michael Catholic Church
4491 Springfield Road
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Application Deadline: May 31