Lift Up Your Voice
As we look ahead to a new season at St. Michael’s, it’s a wonderful time to pause and discern how you might want to get involved in the life of our parish this year. Whether you are reflecting on how to share your time, talent, or treasure, every type of contribution helps our community thrive. If you’ve been considering where your talents might find a home, our music ministry is a great place to consider.
The small but mighty music ministry at St. Michael’s is one of the many things that makes our parish so special. Our dedicated choir members spend time in community preparing the music that enriches our worship every Sunday, and we are always eager to welcome new voices.
Regular choir rehearsals begin on Thursday, September 17, and will take place every Thursday from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM in the choir room. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing, there is a place for you here.
If a weekly commitment does not fit your current schedule, you are warmly invited to join us for Pick-up Choir. On these designated Sundays, you can arrive a little early to review a song and sing during worship without needing to attend Thursday night rehearsals.
Pick-up Choir Dates:
- Sunday, September 27
- Sunday, October 25
- Sunday, November 22
Come lend your voice to our worship! If you have any questions, feel free to stop by a rehearsal or talk with the music team after church. If you have questions, I encourage you to be in touch with me.
Mike Schmidt, Music Minister
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Fall Ministry Guide
If you didn’t catch St. Michael’s Fall Ministry Guide that went out on August 30, please take a peek! It is a comprehensive summary of the various ministries, events, and formation opportunities happening this fall in and around the parish. You can access it here at this link. Discern, engage, enjoy, and share in the ministries of St. Michael’s as spiritually inspired.
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Rev. Mark Furlow’s Final Sunday
It’s been an amazing year of discovering and learning at St. Michael’s. I can say that is definitely true for me knowing that I leave St. Michael’s having gained so much more in my life of faith from having ministered in this place. There will be more to say about all this, but for now, it goes without saying that I’m deeply thankful for having ministered with you in this moment.
With all this in mind, my final Sunday as your Interim Rector will be November 1. We will celebrate the feast of All Saints’ Day together and get to share our goodbyes. St. Michael’s Senior Warden Dan Ruff will be in touch with other details, but for now, please mark your calendars.
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St. Michael’s Book Group
The St. Michael's Book Group will meet in the parish library on Wednesday, October 7, from 2 to 3 PM to discuss West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. This historical novel is based on the true story of the cross-country road trip America's first giraffes took in 1938. It is also a moving coming-of-age story that demonstrates the positive influence caring friends and gentle animals can have on a young man's life. All are welcome! For more information or to request the Zoom link to join online, please contact Paula Dierkes.
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Help with the Restoration Immigration Legal Aid (RILA) Picnic
Sunday, September 13, 3:30–6:00 PM
On September 13, RILA will be hosting a potluck picnic for all of their clients and families and all the RILA volunteers. Volunteers are still needed.
Attendees will be bringing various dishes. St. Michael's will be managing the potluck table and provide supplies of plates, cutlery, napkins, etc. (which we already have). Other churches and organizations will handle setup and cleanup, beverages, and activities.
The picnic will be at a location in Arlington provided to volunteers who sign up. It starts at 4:00 PM. Volunteers arrive at 3:30 PM and stay until the picnic ends at 6:00 PM.
Interested? Please add your name to this SignupGenius. To simply attend the picnic to meet other volunteers and clients and learn about RILA, please RSVP to Martha Dexter for more details.
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This Sunday at St. Michael's
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From the archives: construction of the church begins,1947.
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Coming Up This Sunday, September 13
The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
9:30 AM Holy Eucharist and Children’s Worship
The Rev. Mark Furlow, presiding.
A livestream of Sunday’s worship will be available on the Virtual Worship page of our website or directly on our YouTube channel. The Collect of the Day and the scripture readings for this Sunday can be found on The Lectionary Page.
From now until Advent, St. Michael’s will use Lectionary Track 1 readings. If there are options among the readings in Track 1, we will always opt for the first choice among the various options.
10:45 AM Coffee Hour and Brunch
All are welcome for food, fun, and fellowship!
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Contact Us
Newsletter Submissions: communications@stmichaelsarlington.org (due by Tuesday at 5 PM). Emails sent to this address are forwarded to the communications team: Katrina Moore, Rev. Mark Furlow, and Cindy Matlack.
Parish Administrator Katrina Moore’s Virtual Office Hours: Tuesday–Friday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM; 703-241-2474
The Rev. Mark Furlow observes the Sabbath on Mondays and is generally available Tuesday through Friday mornings for office hours and appointments.
For urgent Pastoral needs, call or text: 703-239-3787
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