Serving others in need is our way of loving and serving God. Our service draws us into a deeper relationship with God and helps us grow to be more loving to all. We invite you to join us in this work.
Serve
Outreach to Our Neighbors
At St. Michael’s, our Mercy & Social Justice ministry connects members with several partner organizations to offer opportunities to serve those in need. Here is an idea of what do annually.
Fall
September, October, November
Trunk or Treat We gather in our parking lot on Halloween with decorated cars and an abundance of treats to offer our neighbors who come to enjoy trick or treating safely and with great cheer!
Thanksgiving Gift Card Collections for clients of River City Food Bank and the Center at St. Matthew’s to make their Thanksgiving Dinner Special!
Winter
December, January, February
HART Winter-Shelter is an opportunity for our members to offer warm hearts, a homemade breakfast, a hot shower, and a bag lunch to those living on the streets.
Gifts from the Heart is a gift giving program where members of St. Michael’s buy presents for our neighbors accessing services through the county.
Habitat for Humanity – Unity Build is an opportunity for our members to work with other faith communities building houses for those who would otherwise not be able to be home owners.
Spring
March, April, May
Easter Gift Card Collection for clients at River City Food Bank and the Center at St. Matthew’s.
Lent Coat Drive We collect coats to give to Starr King K-8 and to distribute at the Center @ St. Matthew’s.
Hygiene Kits for Star King 5th Graders We collect shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, deodorant, and other essentials to partner with the teachers and staff teaching a Hygiene Unit for the 5th graders. This will be our second year engaged in this project.
Rise Against Hunger Over 50 members of St. Michael’s Church and Troop 802 joined together to pack over 10,000 meals to send overseas to hungry children in impoverished areas. With their bellies full, they will now be able to concentrate better at school. We look forward to our next event in 2023.
Diaper Drive We collect diapers for the clients who access River City Food Bank at the Center at St. Matthew’s.
Summer
June, July, August
St. Michael’s Indoor Yard Sale 2023, June 17th we will have a yard sale with items that members donated and organized the previous week.
Star King K-8 Backpack Project During the summer months we collect Backpacks, and other supplies needed for the students at Starr King K-8.
Charitable Giving
Bob McMichael came to our beloved (and now retired) Deacon Cindy and me a while back wondering about our reserve funds. He thought that having some reserves was prudent and wise. However, he wondered if we could take a “significant amount” and use it to relieve some of the suffering that was growing around us all exacerbated by COVID. We brought this to the vestry and embarked on a journey together to determine if Bob’s idea was right for St. Michael’s at this time. The vestry determined that it is the responsibility of the church to give to those in need when we are able to do so. And so we are!
Working for Justice
St. Michael’s has joined in the conversation that is struggling with what it means to treat others with equity and strive for justice for all God’s people. Here are some ways we found that can assist us in this elusive endeavor.
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Serve in the Greater Community
We are delighted to offer opportunities for our members to love their neighbors and serve others.
Serve in the Church
We are delighted to offer opportunities for our members to serve in our worship. Additionally, our members have opportunites to care for each other.
Group Study
At St. Michael’s, we are determined to keep our sense of community intact during these remote times. We offer a number of Adult Education courses and groups to help you stay connected while still staying safe.
