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St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church Parish Website: www.saint-mikes.org 4491 Springfield Road Phone: 804-527-1037 Glen Allen | Virginia | 23060 Fax : 804-527-1039

Weekly Message

Live the Liturgy Inspiration for the Week It all really boils down to a matter of the heart, and actions do speak louder than words. We cannot hide from the truth. A problem with religion is that it is possible for someone to make everything appear to be right when actually it is not. We can say all of the right prayers, perform all of the proscribed rituals, claim that we adhere to orthodox doctrines and still lead a distorted, empty, and sometimes pitiful life. Only actions springing from true and deep sacrifice demonstrate true integrity. Without sacrifice, even the noblest looking actions can amount to nothing. It is no wonder, then, that the widow who contributed from her poverty received great admiration from Jesus. While it may not always appear to be the case, God has a special care and regard for those who depend upon him in times of trouble and want. Only the person who is truly poor is the only one who can see this. Because of a lack of trust, the one who has much is afraid to take a risk and sees only what they possess as their only security. ©LPi

Our Mission

To be the presence of Christ...

In Welcoming

In Service

In Worship

In Compassion

In Faith Sharing

In Fellowship

To be the Light of the World! Edition 1486 November 7, 2021

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November 9

November 11

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Join us to knit or crochet shawls

to be given to those in special need of comfort and prayer!

The Prayer Shawl Ministry has a Day Group and an Evening Group. You may join us at either or both times!

Day Group | November 15

11 AM - 12:30 PM Lake House Library

(The Day Group meets on the third Monday of every month)

Evening Group | December 7 6:30 PM - 7 :30 PM

Lake House Library (The Evening Group meets on the First Tuesday of every month)

In Need of a Prayer Shawl? Shirley Uzel | Prayer Shawl Ministry Coordinator | [email protected] Deacon Dave Nemetz | Pastoral Associate | [email protected] | 804-527-1037

Open Positions: Two Part-Time Janitors/Custodians St. Michael Parish is seeking two part-time Janitors/Custodians to work in the Worship Space, Main Campus, and Lake House buildings. This is a non-exempt part-time, hourly position for up to 20 hours per week. The successful candidate would have commercial cleaning experience and knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and appropriate equipment for a variety of projects. This candidate must show attention to detail, be flexible, responsible, self motivated with a profes-sional demeanor and possess a positive attitude with a strong ethic. Detailed Job Description & Application Contact: Sue Miyashita | Office Coordinator | [email protected] | 804-997-4508

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Second Collection

Edition 1457 April 18,

Upcoming Second Collections Catholic Charities December 18-19

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Around the Parish

Scout Troop 736 | St. Michael Parish Make friendships for life! Middle school and high school youth can learn about service and leadership, while enjoying outdoor adventures. The Scouts meet every Thursday night at 7 PM. For 736 Boys Visit: www.troop736va.org Email: [email protected] For 736 Girls Visit: www.troop736g.org Email: [email protected]

Around the Diocese

Substitutes and After-School Program Part-Time Staff All Saints Catholic School Do you know someone who is looking for meaningful part-time work? All Saints Catholic School is seeking a part-time staff member for the After-School Program and for regular class substitutes. Contact: Mr. Elliott | [email protected]

Christmas Wreaths BSA Scout 736 & Troop 720 Fundraiser Gorgeous 22" fresh Fraser fir wreaths from a local Virginia farm. Each wreath will come decorated with pine cones and a festive outdoor bow. Orders must be placed by November 14. Prepaid orders received before November 14 will be available the first week of December. Local pickup only. $30 | Wreath Payments Accepted: Cash | Check (make checks payable to BSA Troop 736) Order your wreaths from a Scout or by email: Kimberly | [email protected]

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land May 2 - 11, 2022 All are welcome to join Deacon Charles Williams (Cathedral of the Sacred Heart) for the most deeply moving spiritual experience of your lifetime. Ten-day tour: $3,599, includes airfare, first-class hotels, tours, breakfast, and dinner. Mass every day in Holy Places and much more. Reservations available now. Spaces are limited. More Info: Alba Kim | [email protected] | 804-298-4035

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church Centennial (1923 - 2023) St. Elizabeth Parish will begin a yearlong celebration of its 100th anniversary, with Bishop Knestout presiding at Mass on November 20, 2022. The Centennial Committee is seeking information about the history of the parish and the people involved over the past century. Does your family have ties to St. Elizabeth Parish, Catholic School, St. Joseph Parish, or Van De Vyver School? Contact: Mary Rose Purcell | 804-329-4599 | [email protected] More Info: http://stelizcc.org/centennial-plans

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Thrifty Sisters Thrifty Sisters, the store that helped support the ministry of the Little Sisters of the Poor in Richmond, is now supporting the mission of Saint Francis Home — a facility that cares for the elderly poor in Richmond. More Info: https://thriftysistersrva.org or call 804-658-4153

Miscellaneous

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Racial Reconciliation and the Catholic Church With Deacon Charles Williams Thursday | November 18 7 PM Cardinal Newman Academy 8706 Quaker Lane | Richmond Deacon Charles is the Director for the Office of Black Catholics for the Diocese of Richmond. He will be speaking on what racial reconciliation is and explaining Catholicism’s role in fostering positive race relations. More Info & RSVP: [email protected]

Bazaar & Basket Raffle Saturday | November 13 9 AM - 2 PM St. Anthony Church 4611 Sadler Road | Glen Allen Lebanese sweets, crafts, local artisans, independent consultants. Food and drink available. More Info: https://sites.google.com/view/st-anthonys-bazaar-basket-raff/home

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Please Pray NOTE: When adding people to our Prayer List, please ask them ahead of time if this is alright with them. Not everyone wants his/her name announced or published, and we wish to respect everyone’s privacy.

Let us pray also for those parishioners with ongoing health concerns: Lindsay Worrell, Carolyn Berry, Chris Porter, Danielle Lindsey, Brad Estabrook, Ilona Russell, Doris Altorelli, Carolyn Stone, Grayson Williams, Rich & Marion Kurila, Fr. Dan Brady, Carol & Tony Doria, Bob Evans, Mary Kenney, Howard West, Malvin Helgesen Please also pray for these members of the St. Michael extended family: Gerald Toney (Barbara Kirby) Baby Boy Duhaime (Mary Reardon), Brick Quinn (Kay Parker), Lisa McGraw (Tery Bickerstaff), Lucy Hutchens ( Mary West), Howard West (Cheryl Shook), Davis Shull (Sheila Fenerty), Diana Holler (Cathy Danner), Rick & Joan DuFour (Karen Ames), Pawel Kazmierczak (Magda Schultheis) We remember those who have preceded us to the Father: (In this section, we usually include the names of the recently deceased or those celebrating an anniversary that week. In order to have a request pertaining to anniversaries of the deceased included in the Prayers of the Faithful—the Universal Prayer— at a Sunday or Weekday Mass, such request should be submitted through the Parish Office in the form of a Mass Intention.) Frank Guardi, Maddy Lozada Parra, Don Iwinski, Sheila Kravitz, Silvio Buccieri, Patricia Keefe, Rick Lopez, Florencio Calderon, Frank Simanca, Howard Gould, Be Nguyen Please pray for those in our military who are serving here or overseas: Tanner Phister, Allan Schmidt, Leslie Schmidt, Kurt Ober, Roberto & Rebecca Fonseca, Nicholas Paraiso, Captain Russell Timmons, Michael Gaines Ballato, Jason Strickland, Nicholas Perkins, Jacob Fonner, Nicholas Hassell, Jason Maraffi, Adam Dutcher, Michael Levay

Would You Like Your Loved One On the List? Contact: Magda Schultheis | 804-527-1037 ext. 126 | [email protected]

Every few months, we delete names listed here and ask family members to contact the parish office again, if they wish their loved one added back in. In the section We remember those who have preceded us to the Father, we usually include the names of the recently deceased or those celebrating an anniversary that week. In order to have a request pertaining to anniversaries of the deceased included in the Prayers o f the Faithful (the Universal Prayer) at a Sunday or weekday Mass, such request should be submitted through the parish office in the form of a Mass Intention.

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Contact Us STAFF & MINISTRY SUPPORT Pastor—FR. DANIEL BRADY [email protected]

Parochial Vicar—FR. KESNER JOSEPH [email protected]

Administrative Assistant to the Pastor—MAGDA SCHULTHEIS mschulthe [email protected]

Deacon—DEACON ANDY CIRMO [email protected]

Deacon—DEACON ANDREW FERGUSON [email protected]

Deacon—DEACON BOB GRIFFIN [email protected]

Deacon—DEACON GREG MOCZYGEMBA [email protected] Administration Office Coordinator—SUE MIYASHITA [email protected] Parish Accountant—KAREN AMES [email protected] Director of Development—MARGUERITE STEIBER [email protected] Director of Evangelization—MARY SUE MCCLINTOCK [email protected] Communications Coordinator—LANI VASQUEZ [email protected] Data Coordinator/Sacramental Records—KATHLEEN GUARNIERI [email protected] Reception | Front Desk—VERONICA LOWENHAGEN [email protected] Maintenance & Facilities—SCOTT GUY [email protected] Liturgy Director of Music—TOM KACZMAREK [email protected] Minister of Music—JENNY IVENS [email protected] Faith Formation Director—SARAH BROCKWELL [email protected] Elementary Religious Education—PATTI KAMPER [email protected] Youth Advocate—MIKE HORVATH [email protected] Associate Youth Advocate—KRISTINE KURRASCH [email protected] Youth Ministry Project Coordinator—EVELYN MAZLOOM [email protected] Baptism—KAREN NEMETZ [email protected] Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)—ANNIE MCENTEE [email protected] Administrative Assistant—KATHLEEN GUARNIERI [email protected] Human Concerns | Parish Life | Pastoral Care Pastoral Associate—DEACON DAVID NEMETZ [email protected] Pastoral Services Coordinator—TAYLOR HORVATH [email protected] Volunteer Events Coordinator—ED ROSSMOORE [email protected]

MINISTRY CONTACTS Administrative Ministries Finance Council—Joe Kapelewski [email protected] Parish Council—Tom Psuik [email protected] Liturgical Ministries Ministers of the Eucharist—Jim Wright [email protected] Ministers of the Word—Kathy Moore [email protected] Ministers of Hospitality—Rocky Altimore [email protected]

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