Fall & Winter Offerings

St. Michael’s Reads the Gospels
Led by Dawn & Tyson Wright
Continues every Tuesday at 6:30pm on Zoom

You are invited to read the gospels (and the Epistle of James) together. We want to spend time with our Friend Jesus, watching how he acts, listening to what he says, thinking about his teachings and what he shows and tells us about God and His Kingdom.

We’ve created a reading plan, which you can pick up from the ushers desk in the back of the sanctuary or in the office. This reading plan is designed to be done on your own, but it can also be fun to discuss what you are reading with a group. Join in our gospel discussion group on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM at our special Bible discussion Zoom meeting.

Reading Plan Zoom Link

Thursday Open Bible Study Hybrid

Starts September 11. We meet at 10am on Thursdays in the Friendship Room and by Zoom. We read all 4 Scriptures that will be read on the following Sunday. This allows us to study the background of each Scripture and what it meant for the original hearers. We discover what it means to us. Discussion format is used where everyone can express their ideas. Ending time is 11:30am. Come join us. For more information, please email the office at st.michaels@stmichaelscarmichael.org.

Zoom Link

WHAT’S IN A BEGINNING

Advent Reflections with Marilyn McEntyre & Rev. Megan

Sundays at 11:30am, Starting November 30 ~ Friendship Center

In this series we’ll reflect on Advent as a time to recognize beginnings: the

beginning of Jesus’ life on earth, the Incarnation as beginning of a new age, the beginning of a new liturgical cycle, and the ways we may be invited even now to begin a new thing by the One who makes all things new. This season offers a time to reflect on our own beginnings: how we mark them, how we live in time, what it means to begin again—and again.

Join us! Questions – contact the office.

Living Compass – Living Well in Advent

The Living Compass theme for the Advent season is Practicing Generosity with All Your Heart, Soul, Strength and Mind.

“Compassion and generosity are not just lofty virtues —they are at the center of our humanity, what makes our lives joyful and meaningful.” Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, The Book of Joy

Advent is the perfect time to explore how we might give more of ourselves on behalf of God in the world. Am I giving more than I am taking from the world? Engage in meaningful reflection through the spiritually nourishing daily readings and reflection questions provided by Living Compass.

The Living Compass Advent booklets will be available, free of cost, at the church beginning Sunday, November 23.

There are multiple ways you can engage with this material through Living Compass at https://www.livingcompass.org/advent

Sign up on the Living Compass’ website to receive a daily email of each reflection.
Download a free PDF file.
Purchase an e-book on Amazon for .99 cents.

All are Welcome

It is the belief of the Episcopal Church that education should be fostered at all levels and ages within the church. At St. Michael’s, we believe in life-long learning and because we all learn in a variety of ways, we offer opportunities to learn by reading, listening, discussing, experiencing, and being together in the midst of God. For our youngest, we teach with the help of the Godly Play experience. For youth, we offer opportunities to serve.

Education for Ministry

EfM Information

Have you heard people talking about EfM and wondered what it is? Education for Ministry (EfM) is a program of theological education of the School of Theology of the University of the South. Students sign up one year at a time, for this four year program.

The study is done in a seminar class which meets once a week throughout the academic year, about 36 weeks, under the guidance of trained mentors.

If you would like more information, please contact the office at st.michaels@stmichaelscarmichael.org. Financial assistance is available.

Community Builder

EfM is a small “community” of learners studying together. Although the course materials provide substantial academic content, the focus is on life as ministry and understanding what that ministry may be. People who join EfM grow in knowledge, ministry capability, and friendships. The first two years focus on the Old and New Testament, the third year on church history and the fourth year on ethics and philosophy. Graduates say that this program is always worth the time invested.

Deeper Understanding

EfM teaches you how to think theologically, deepens your faith, and your understanding of our Christian heritage. The bonds you will form in this small learning community will be deep and long lasting. The program is non-denominational and St. Michael’s class is open to members of other Christian communities.

Training & Licensing

The process for becoming a licensed minister includes discernment, Safe Church Training and ministry specific trainings provided here at St Michael’s and/or through deanery or diocesan workshops. Additionally, the Bishop of the Diocese of Northern California has included anti-racism training as a requirement for clergy, Licensed lay ministers and lay leaders in our congregations in an attempt to further educate our church on the negative effects of racism in our society and possible solutions to create a more just society. Please contact Rev. Andy for more information about trainings and licensing.

Adult Education