May 19th - we switch to our Summer hours for
Sunday service – 9:30am
Saturday service remains the same – 5:00pm
You may have noticed that we have a reading from the Acts of the Apostles as our first reading during this Easter season. Usually, we have a reading from the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament), but during Easter we jump to the stories of the first followers of Jesus after his resurrection and ascension into heaven. How did they tell the Good News of the new and eternal life that came through Christ’s resurrection?
You notice that the name of the book is the Acts of the Apostles. It’s not the thoughts of the Apostles or the feelings of the Apostles. It’s about what they did, how they lived their lives in the light of the love of God that continued to grow and spread through them. They didn’t sit around and talk about it. They lived it. They loved in word and action even when it cost them their lives.
Similarly, we use the Baptismal Covenant during the Easter season in place of the creed. The baptismal covenant connects what we believe about God in three persons: Father (Creator), Son (Redeemer) and Holy Spirit (Sustainer) to what we do, and how we live: “Will you continue to practice your faith in the breaking of bread and in the prayers?” “Will you repent and return to the Lord when you sin?” “Will you proclaim the Good News in word and deed?” “Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?” “Will you strive for justice and peace among all people and respect the dignity of every human being?”
When we say “I will, with God’s help” we are committing to living out our faith in what we say and do each day. Faith in God isn’t a bunch of ideas floating around in our head, it is the practical, tangible ways that we live out Christ’s command to “love your neighbor as yourself.”
Want to know if you’re a Christian? Ask your neighbor.
Peace,
Bill+
Messy Church is Simply Fun, Faith & Food. Once a month on the third Sunday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Thanks to all the volunteers who help at Messy Church - the participants are loving it and the volunteers are having just as much fun as our new friends!
The Church Office Building is open with the hours of Monday - Friday, from 9am-5pm. St. Michael's staff are available to answer any questions and offer support, click here to review thier roles.
Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Meeting by ZOOM . Bible study with the Rector is a lectionary-based Bible study, held every Thursday, using the scripture readings for the coming weekend.
Everyone is welcome to our Thursday Evening Prayer Service. In the Episcopal Church this is called “Compline", or "Night Prayer". It is a small, quiet serve of prayers at the end of the day.
Thursdays, 6 p.m. on Zoom Led by The Rev. Suzy Post.
Phone-in (no video): 1-646-931-3860
Enter Meeting ID: 835 8757 2066
Hybrid Men's Fellowship meet via Zoom and in person @ St. Michaels, Sanibel.
Check the Friday Brief each week for meeting dates and times.
Women's Fellowship meetings are held monthly @ St. Michaels, Sanibel at 12:30 p.m. from November-April.
Hurricane Ian caused extensive damage to the Noah's Ark builing. Updates will come as we rebuild and we look forward to reopening as soon as possible
We are unable to accept any donations at this time.
Get your St. Michael's gear here! We have created a t-shirt design that reflects the all inclusive love that is a hallmark of our St. Michael’s community. Several colors and styles of shirts are available. Once you click on the link https://www.bonfire.com/saintmichaelssanibel-united-in-love/ you can see there are 8 different styles of shirts; each one has different color options. Select the style, color and size you want and then place your order. Apparel is mailed directly to you.
Over the past year the Angels of St. Michael’s have shown acts of kindness in so many ways. We are still giving rides, shopping, fixing things, changing light bulbs, but Hurricane Ian has certainly broadened our perspective. The challenges ahead will be many, but our Angels are ready to serve in helping you with those unexpected tasks that are beyond your current ability.
Just call or email the church office and we will do our very best to personally help you out, or to find a solution for taking care of your needs. Working together we will take care of each other in the challenging days ahead.
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EASTER
7:30am EASTER Worship Service
9:30am EASTER Worship Service
10:45am Easter Egg Hunt
11:30am EASTER Worship Service
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Church Office Closed - Easter
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10am Staff Meeting
2:30pm Sanibel "After School"
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9am Holy Eucharist w/prayers for healing
10am F.I.S.H. of SanCap
6pm Prayer & Potluck
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10am Cancelled:: Bible Study
12pm Santiva Islanders Community Activities
6pm ZOOM: Compline
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12pm Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm AA Meeting
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11am Memorial Service for Sue Shipley
5pm Worship Service
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8am Worship Service
10:30am Children's Chapel
10:30am Worship Service
3pm Interfaith Shared Scholar Program
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11:30am ECW Board
12:30pm ECW Luncheon/Program
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9am Santiva Islander Board Mtg
10am Staff Meeting
11am HYBRID: Men's Fellowship
1:30pm ZOOM: Digital Ministry
2:30pm Sanibel "After School"
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9am Holy Eucharist w/prayers for healing
10am HYBRID: Pastoral Care Ministry
10am F.I.S.H. of SanCap
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10am ZOOM: Bible Study
11:15am ZOOM: Christian Formation Ministry
12pm Santiva Islanders Community Activities
1pm Hybrid: Outreach Ministry
6pm ZOOM: Compline
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12pm CXL:: Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm AA Meeting
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5pm Worship Service
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8am Worship Service
10:30am Worship Service
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10am Staff Meeting
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9am Holy Eucharist w/prayers for healing
10am F.I.S.H. of SanCap
6pm Movie Night - "Jesus Christ Superstar"
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10am ZOOM: Bible Study
12pm Santiva Islanders Community Activities
1pm HYBRID: Vestry Meeting
6pm ZOOM: Compline
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12pm Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm AA Meeting
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5pm Worship Service
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8am Worship Service
10:30am Worship Service
4pm Messy Church
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9am Community Engagement Mtg
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8:15am Community Cooperative Everyday Cafe
10am Staff Meeting
11am NA Leadership Mtg
11am HYBRID: Men's Fellowship
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9am Holy Eucharist w/prayers for healing
10am F.I.S.H. of SanCap
4:30pm Drum Circle
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10am ZOOM: Bible Study
12pm Santiva Islanders Community Activities
6pm ZOOM: Compline
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12pm Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm AA Meeting
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5pm Worship Service
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8am Worship Service
10:30am Worship Service
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11am M & F Trust Meeting
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10am Staff Meeting
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9am Holy Eucharist w/prayers for healing
10am F.I.S.H. of SanCap
11am Landscaping Mtg
6pm Prayer & Potluck
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10am ZOOM: Bible Study
12pm Santiva Islanders Community Activities
6pm ZOOM: Compline
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12pm Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm AA Meeting
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5pm Worship Service
Transforming Lives
through Christ
2304 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957