St. Michael & All Angels Fourth Quarter 2019

The Messenger

A LETTER FROM THE RECTOR + + + + + + + + The Reverend Pattiann BennettMary Lou Peterson Homily    May 5, 1931 ~  August 6, 2019 Service September 21, 2019. 10 AM  To a family of storytellers, I have a few.  One day I stopped at Mary’s Lou’s for a surprise visit. Any visit before followed a simple path. Park the car by the garage. Walk up the ramp. Pull hard on the cord on the bird to knock, if Mary Lou heard it she would call “come in” as I went in by turning the knob and pushing on the door. This day was a little different. I parked as usual, went up the ramp, pulled the cord on the bird, she called “come in” and when I went to turn the knob and push on the door, it didn’t move, was locked tight. Stopped in my tracks I thought, well this isn’t good. How unusual. What if this was an emergency.  I thought, how do I get in? The windows are too high on this side of the house, they’re closed and probably locked too. I went around the north side all the way to the basement door thinking there may be a chance it wasn’t locked. But it was. Darn. I went up the hill back to the ramp, then around the house again just looking for a way in. There is a window at ground level back there so I took a chance and low and behold it was open a crack. So I pushed it to the side, bent down in and found myself on a ledge high above the floor in the basement above where David’s wooden weaving tools and loom were piled. I took a leap and jumped in. I bounded up the stairs and looked around the corner and there was Mary Lou sitting at her place at the counter. I knocked on the wall so I wouldn’t scare her, she looked up and wasn’t surprised at all to see me, cocked her head a little, started chuckling and said, “Aw shucks, there she is.”   Another day I visited unexpectedly and found Mary Lou standing in the bedroom by the freezer. She had a thawing plate of Kathy’s chocolate cookies in her hands and had been in that spot for some time. She said, “Oh shucks, am I glad to see you”. One foot had slid out of her slipper and she couldn’t move without tripping on it and falling. She didn’t know how long she’d been there but she was tired, her hands were cold and she needed to sit down. I took the plate of cookies, she held onto the freezer and somehow lifted that heavy foot so I could get the slipper fastened back on properly. We turned slowly and made our way to her chair there in the bedroom where she gladly nestled in. I covered her lap with a shawl, sat beside her on the wooden chest and we ate the cookies.  Another day I found her standing in the kitchen in front of the stove. Oxygen and all. A pot of water was boiling on it and she had in her hands a small bowl of chicken which she was about to put into that boiling water. I took the bowl from her hands, shook my finger at her and said Mary Lou, ”You shouldn’t be doing this. You’re not supposed to be in the kitchen. What would David say! It’s too dangerous. What if something went wrong and you burned yourself?” She sheepishly peered at me up over her glasses and said, “I know” and “Aw shucks” again as she went to sit down for lunch.   A wonder is that after David died, after some time, Mary Lou began to almost thrive by herself. But she would don’t you know because deep inside her being was a spirit of tenacity and many gifts of survival. Faith, courage, strength, clarity and perseverance are gifts she had in abundance and used all through her

life to rise above and beyond the challenges that came her way, and she had them. Sometimes we don’t even know we have these gifts until the time comes when we need them.   Some of us were surprised that she did so well on her own. We were a little worried about her but she had caregivers who tended to her legs and dressing in the mornings and evenings. Otherwise all through the day she took care of things that before that David took care of. Mary Lou did things for herself that she hadn’t done in a very long time. She walked more, made appointments for herself, even arranged for rides to come to church on Sunday mornings. She lost weight, did daily exercises, even the checkbook and became more independent. It was amazing to watch.  And it was a reminder of who she’d been all her life. Sometimes we only know the older person we see in front of us as an older person. We forget the person was young, had an active life, faced obstacles and because of them grew into the person we see in front of us. Mary Lou never complained. There was never a negative word or stance. She was always a woman of substance and a Christian woman who took her relationship with Jesus to heart. It was a matter of fact.  Her presence and participation here at St. Michael with David is why this little church is still alive and well. She and David worshipped here with you boys when you were young and continued here for decades after. She and David were Morning Prayer leaders. Mary Lou taught Sunday School and Confirmation classes, organized bike rides to Libby and Fernie and ice skating parties in the earlier days. She loved the Sunday bulletin when it began and took it home every week so she could pray for the people on our Intercessory Prayer list.    It was Mary Lou who asked me to be a reader years before I ever had any inkling of entering the ministry. When memorial windows became an idea at St Michael, Mary Lou and David claimed the first one, the dove of peace in memory of her parents.   Educator that she was, always teaching, she had an announcement on many Sundays. To do this she’d stand, so to get up she’d rock back and forward to get momentum. David would give her a push on the back side and up she’d go to turn around and tell us any number of things we needed to know that day, including a story of how happy hookers got their name.   Our Prayer Shawl Ministry here is known as The Happy Hookers so this was relevant. One Sunday she told us about Union General Joseph (“Fightin’ Joe”) Hooker who was a general of the Civil War and had a reputation as a hard drinker with a fondness for partying with women, even around military encampments. She went on a little more. David gave the sign of his hand across his throat for her to end it and we all ended up laughing.   More often she told stories of gratefulness, shared memories of good things and gave encouragements of some kind. Mary Lou was fed by Holy Communion. She knew the prayers by heart. When I brought it to her at home, I’d clear a small space by her placemat and set up the linen and the bread and wine in front of her. With holy reverence she would become still, bow her head and fold her hands slowly to pray, then open her palms to receive the holy food and drink. She had such faith.   Faith is knowing there is another dimension to life than what is obvious. Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the assurance of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1  Mary Lou could live with obstacles, doubt and paradox because she knew that God was always present in the world. SLp20   “And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “See, the home of God is among mortals. He will dwell with them; they will be his peoples and God himself will be with them”. Rev 21:3 Mary Lou’s spirituality was formed by her faith in God, her experience of God at work in the world and by her relationship and experience in this church. Mary Lou is an Icon here.  She was confident that when she died her life would not end but change. Because Jesus rose from the dead, she would too. She would be reunited with her David and alive in God. It is a comfort to know she died in peace in her own home.  Mary Lou was a beloved teacher for nearly 20 years in Eureka and after she retired was elected as Montana state representative. You know she represented you with knowledge and integrity and you trusted her. You know that she held herself to the highest standards just like she held everybody else.  To represent another means to present a likeness, to stand for, to be the equivalent of, to act in place of. This is what Jesus was, a representative of God. Mary Lou was a representative of the best of humanity. She was naturally a likeness. It was her nature to stand for goodness and mercy and what was true because she manifested the fruit of the Spirit. The fruit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Didn't her cup runneth over with fruit.  Mary Lou’s old heart broke over school shootings, the crisis of the environment, the state of politics and the way the world is going. If she could have, she would have done something about something.

-2-  Every life that intersects with our own can bring us an awareness of God. Mary Lou gave us reminders of God at work in the world in the life she lived. She witnessed to God in her immense joy for living, in her humor and her ferocious devotion to her family. What you saw was what you got, fortified by a faith that was evident. When our faith is strong we are empowered to be strong ourselves. She was a strong woman

filled with a most generous portion of joyful, matter of fact strength and clarity.  In Mary Lou’s joyful, persistent, steadfast way, she was committed to David and her beloved sons, packing her passion for teaching into the years of raising her children, being there without question for them and whoever else needed her, always a devoted mother, wife and friend. And we can’t forget devoted, beloved sister when we remember the relationship she and Mina Jane have had all these years tying up the phone every week for hours upon hours. And daughter as we remember her relationship with her deaf mother who lived with the family.  Helen Keller wrote: “Anyone who, out of the goodness of his heart speaks a helpful word, gives a cheering smile or smooths over the rough place in another’s path, knows that the delight he feels is so intimate a part of himself that he lives by it. The joy surmounting obstacles which once seemed unmovable and pushing the frontier of accomplishment further, what joy is there like unto it? If those who seek happiness would only stop one little minute and think, they would see that the delights they really experience are as countless as the grasses at their feet or the dewdrops sparkling upon the morning flowers.” HK My Religion 133   Mary Lou’s life was like that. She surmounted obstacles which seemed unmovable and pushed the frontier of accomplishment further, and was able to laugh and enjoy life in the midst of it all.  Mother Teresa said, “She gives most who gives with joy.” Julian of Norwich said, “The fullness of joy is to behold God in everything.” We were so very blessed to behold the joy of God in Mary Lou’s life and we say Thank you.  And Mary Lou would say, ‘Aw Shucks’.  Amen.

Mary Lou’s favorite: Waffle Cookies

Kathy Yerian, Mary Lou’s caregiver, always made sure there was a plate of these cookies in the freezer.

1 c butter 4 eggs½ c cocoa 2 tsp vanilla1 ½ c sugar 2 c flour

Melt butter, add cocoa, then sugar. Beat eggs, then add to cocoa mixture. Add vanilla, then

flour. Cook in waffle iron about 1 minute or until brown.

Frosting

4-6 Tbsp butter, melt and add:3-4 Tbsp cocoa 1 tsp vanilla3 c powdered sugar

Add water to spreading consistency. Thinly frost warm cookies.

A View from the Pew – Editorial

I remember watching the Peterson family all file into the first two pews: David, Mary Lou and her mother, plus four little blond boys on Sunday evening. I was in high school. Fast forward 50 years: I remember David leading Mary Lou “by the nose” as he carried her oxygen tank with hose while she stopped to visit with people – on the way to that same second pew. This was 4 years ago. I asked others to share their memories.

Op Ed - In Memory of Mary Lou Peterson~ Certainly, Mary Lou Peterson was very special to JoAn and me. Perhaps our most profound connection came from the Episcopal Membership Class put on for us by her and David, about 20 years ago. Most fun was her engaging conversations, questions, and advice about legislative activities, current events and church missions. The voters of House District 1 elected her five times for 10 years of Service in the Montana House of Representatives. Most helpful were her tips and suggestions for my political career. We began these conversations decades ago when she campaigned in Libby where we lived. Number 1: Speak ill of no person. They have kin, and they all vote. Number 2: Develop a thick skin. Every time you vote on a bill, many people will like how you voted. But someone else won’t like it, and they ARE GOING TO TELL YOU SO! Number 3: Remain in contact with your constituents. It was hard to campaign in the Yaak River country, so David and Mary Lou would make coffee at a road pullout with an invitation sign for people to stop for a cup. Number 4: Know your personal values. Priorities may change, but core values don’t change. – Mike Cuffe (Each legislative session, we hold a Memorial Service for members of the House and Senate. I plan to present the one for Mary Lou in 2021. In the past, I gave one for Bill Gwynn and Aubyn Curtiss, as well as others. – MC)

~ In 1974, I returned to Eureka with two babies while John was in Korea with the Air Force. I was lucky to get a job as an aide in Mary Lou’s classroom. She had a favorite story about that year that she often told; since she can’t tell it anymore, I will tell it for her (of course her story-telling style was much better than mine): There was a class of all boys and each Friday they had a spelling test. To some spelling came easy; others couldn’t do it at all. Mary Lou asked me to bake a cake and bring it the next Friday; then she told the boys that if everyone passed – no F’s, they could eat the cake. After the tests were graded, there were some F’s so the cake went into the cafeteria freezer. The challenge continued, with the cake coming out each Friday; and going back into the freezer. Mary Lou saw some boys in the hall helping each other get ready for the test. The sixth week, the cake was again on the counter, the test was given, the boys crowded around to watch the grading, and when there were no F’s, they cheered – and ate the cake!

She also gave me some great advice: “When your kids are teenagers ALWAYS be up when they come home. That’s the time they will tell you about their evening – by morning its old news.” I did as she advised – great advice! – Sharon LaBonty

~ My memory of Mary Lou: A lovely day at Glen Lake, a party boat flying a large, ominous, dark pirate flag pulled up to our dock. “Want to play bridge?” the Eureka bridge teacher asked. I wondered what she had in mind…a foursome at her home? In town? Here? “Hop onboard”. A deck of cards was ready on a table and three friends welcomed me. The lake was calm when we started off but as the wind picked up our adventurous Captain needed to steer through the choppy waves and players rushed to save the cards. An aborted game but certainly an adventure! – Charla Trotter

~ Mary Lou Peterson. I met her when we moved here – NOT a long time but the minute I met her she was radiant; full of love, never complained, and her faith was strong. She inspired me in many ways – to be the best that I could be. One Sunday she motioned for me to come and sit beside her and she whispered in my ear that I read the lessons much better than Jim Pettit – she was always honest! I miss her joy and acceptance. I think of her often and thank you for all that she gave to everyone. – JoAnn Bristol

~ Mary Lou was the kind of lady that you could love from the moment she said hello and introduced herself. My favorite memory was the way she greeted me when I first stepped through the door to St. Michaels. She made me feel like I had just returned home. So many memories … the stories she loved to tell; the happy luncheons she hosted for the ladies of the church; how she tried to convince us to join her bridge group; and so many others. Sam (Strand) remembers what an avid reader Mary Lou was and how she welcomed him when he

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would go to visit her and take some favorite news magazines. She would love to talk about the people she knew when he had a new “Farm Bureau” paper. He will miss those special times, as we all will, and feel the empty space that she used to fill. God bless you, Mary Lou! – Dee Nance

Doug Merrill offered the following prayer: Heavenly Father, God of all creation; we welcome the spirits of Mary Lou and David Peterson into our midst. We thank you … dear Sister … and dear Brother … in Faith… for sharing your kind, generous and loving spirits with us. May your beloved spirits visit us often ...in this Holy and sacred place…made even more holy by your continued presence. Father, we ask that you would bless our beloved Mary Lou and David…in Heaven...as you blessed them here on Earth. Amen

St. Michael & All Angels Intercessory PrayersAaron, Amanda, Angel, Bonnie, Bonnie & Eric, Brenda & family, Carol & Bryan, Daisy Bird, Dan, Dee &

Sam, Don & Linda, Franny’ brother, Harry, Jacob, Jan, JoAn & family, John & Sharon, Kathy, Kaye, Leeann & Bill, Luke, Mary Lou’s family, Megan & Sophia, Michael, Michele, Misha, Myrtle, Nathan, Noel, Robert,

Rosemary, Steve, Tom, Wes

State of the Diocese Ordination of

The Rev. Marty Stebbins

December 7, 2019

11 a.m.

St. Paul’s Methodist Church

512 Logan Street

Helena, MT 59601

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The Montana Election Convention was held in Bozeman on July 26th. Ballots were cast by two groups or ‘houses’, i.e. the 50 clergy electors and the 103 lay electors and a simple majority was required from each house. After the third ballot, Rev. Donna Gleaves announced that the Rev. Marty Stebbins had been selected. In a public phone call, Rev. Marty was asked if she would accept the decisions of the electors. With hearty gratitude and trust, Marty accepted the decision and after a few words, punctuated with “I do, I do, and I do.”

“If it’s not about love, It’s not about

God.” - Presiding Bishop Michael Curry

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Vestry Views – Claudia Evans

Assessment Change – In April 2019, St. Michael and All Angels received from the diocese in Helena of a new budget policy with regards to assessments. The budget committee in Helena (about 20 people) averaged the last three years of assessments for all churches in the State. A set assessment would help the diocese’s accounting department and our own treasurer to know what amount is to be budgeted monthly for the assessment. Our average is $328.00 monthly. Previous assessments ranged from $150 to $500 (figured at 19%). When the Church has a month of higher contributions, we will not pay the excess. This was effective January 1, 2019. Just a note: Missoula’s assessment will be $6,000 monthly.

Vestry News – Beth Sorenson has resigned from the vestry. Art Walters and Jim Petite will replace her. Thank you, Beth! Welcome Art and Jim!

Seasons of the Church Year Pentecost continues through October and November; the last Sunday of Pentecost is November 24th (the 24th Sunday of Pentecost) but Pentecost actually continues until the Saturday before the first Sunday in Advent. Depending on the date of Easter, some years Pentecost has 28 Sundays. This period is also understood by some as “ordinary time,” a period of the church year not dedicated to a particular season or observance. Ordinary time can be understood in terms of the living out of Christian faith and the meaning of Christ’s resurrection in ordinary life. The term “ordinary time” is not used in the Prayer Book, but the season after Penticost can be considered ordinary time. It may also be referred to as the “green season.”

Advent is the first season of the church year, beginning the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas. This year, December 1st is the first Sunday of Advent. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s nativity, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” The color for Advent is violet/purple or royal blue. (Advent tells us Christ is near, Christmas tells us Christ is here. – Editor)

Christmas season extends from the eve of Christmas until the Baptism of our Lord (January 5th), the day before the Epiphany. Christmas Day is one of the seven principal feasts. The Christmas season lasts 12 days, and includes Christmas Day, the First Sunday after Christmas Day, the Holy Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ, and may include the Second Sunday after Christmas Day. In many parishes, the main liturgical celebrations of Christmas take place on Christmas Eve. (See the schedule for Christmas at St. Michaels later in newsletter.)

A Look Back…or Around Editor’s note: Each Sunday a basket is passed for $1.00 donations

for the ERD. What is the ERD? “Episcopal Relief and Development works in collaboration with church partners and other local organizations to facilitate healthier, more fulfilling lives in communities that are struggling with hunger, poverty, disaster and disease. We also work around the world and here in the US responding to and rebuilding after disasters. Our programs impact the lives of over 3 million people annually. We respect the dignity of all people and view them as our neighbors, working alongside participants regardless of religious affiliation or background. Our unique expertise, experience and practical knowledge allow us to guide communities to lasting change with a focus on three key priorities: women, children, and climate. In our disaster response and recovery work, we offer resources and training to help people prepare for disasters and provide support so vulnerable people can make a full and sustained recover.” Recently a donation of those dollars totaling $660.00 was sent to ERD marked “hurricane Dorian / as needed” … Thank you!

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InterviewsJoAnn Bristol and Jim Pettit celebrate two years in Eureka and St. Michael in October. They are VERY active in the church – both read the lessons, Jim is a Chalice Bearer, JoAnn is a Happy Hooker; JoAnn was one of St. Michael’s convention representatives, Jim is a new vestry member; they helped paint the basement and replace the stairs; and the list goes on and on.

JoAnn Bristol wrote

1) Please tell us about yourself (and your journey in Christ)? I lived in Minnesota and attended the Methodist Church, because that is what you did. I remember two occasions. One, I signed a pledge card that said by signing card, I would never drink. I think I was in 6th grade. The second occasion was in order to get out of the house everyone went to a church group (MYF) on Sunday evenings. No one went, we had other things to do. I became serious about God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit in my 20’s and discovered the Episcopal Church and its liturgy which I came to love and continue to love – a perfect fit for me – inclusive and forgiving.

2) How did you “find” St. Michael & All Angels and why did you come back? Discovered St. Michaels on line and I was excited that there was an Episcopal Church in Eureka as we were going to move there. Also I discovered that there was a female priest that wore Birkenstocks and blessed animals! It was the smallest church that I ever attended and all of it was magic.

3) What is your favorite part of this congregation / church? The people – amazing, welcoming, accepting, kind and I feel loved. The simplicity is beautiful. The priest (PattiAnn) is real – she as well as everyone in the congregation has become a large part of our family. Truly a gift.

4) What is your role in the congregation or how do you participate? I serve where I am needed – and sometimes not! 5) If there was anything else that you want to share? Thank you, thank you God for continuing to bless me with a safe and warm place to be.

Jim Pettit wrote:

1) Please tell us about yourself (and your journey in Christ)? Raised as an Air Force Protestant. Baptized as a Presbyterian by Air Force Chaplain. Been involved with many denominations: Methodist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Episcopal. Went to catholic mass for two years in college. Been attending Episcopal services regularly since JoAnn came into my life in 1988. Thought at one time, briefly prior to leaving the Army, of becoming a priest. Decided to go into medicine instead.

2) How did you “find” St. Michael & All Angels and why did you come back? Knew we were moving to Eureka, so used Google to search for nearby Episcopal Churches. Saw St. Michael’s web site, complete with pictures of the local ministries undertaken. It appeared, from a distance, that having a woman priest meant that St. Michael’s was on the open arms, inclusive side of theology, which has always been very attractive. Pattiann and the congregation accepted us with open arms, allowing us to participate freely in the life of the church and community. We have never looked back and knew that without THIS church our lives in Eureka would be much more difficult. Thank you.

3) What is your favorite part of this congregation / church? It is open and accepting despite a variety of political views. We all tend to be able to live together in peace. I feel at home here more than any other church I have had membership. I love the fact that Pattiann’s strengths are in pastoring. She approaches us in such a genuine human way.

4) What is your role in the congregation or how do you participate? I help where I can, or am asked. 5) If there was anything else that you want to share? Thanks be to God that we have been able to join into the 100+ year old river that is St. Michael’s.

Thank You Rev. Pattiann, Beth Sanderson, and JoAnn Bristol for representing St. Michael & All Angels at the

Election Convention. Becky Grey, Art Walters, Ethel White, and Jim Pettit for joining Kathy Hawkins on the Altar Guild

and attending the training on September 15th. To everyone who contributed food and time at Mary Lou’s memorial reception.

Birthdays / Anniversaries

October4 - Sam Strand4 – Jim & Jenny Bartlett 13 – Dee NanceNovember11 – Jim Pettit & JoAnn BristolDecember9 – Kathy Hawkins30 – Mason Bishop31 – John LaBonty

Purpose Statement

The purpose of “The Messenger” is to be in contact with all the members and friends of St. Michael & All Angels, near and far. That they may be involved and informed about the ministry, services, activities and opportunities.

StaffSharon LaBonty – Editor

Rev. Pattiann BennettJenny Bartlett Claudia Evans

Jeanne Jankovsky JoAnn Bristol Dee Nance – Proof Reader

What’s Happening?Prayer Shawl Ministry

The Happy Hookers appreciate the many people who donate yarn or money for yarn. Recently we purchased 9 apple boxes of yarn at a yard sale – should keep us busy for a while.

Soup Café

December 4th is the first Soup Café of the Season, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Soup maker list needs to be filled, ie volunteers needed to make soup.

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Wood BankThe first Wood Bank workday is the first Saturday in October (October 5th) – 9:00 am to noon. Sawyers, splitters and stackers are needed…cookies welcome!! Watch the TV News and Facebook for the upcoming dates.

St. Michael’s Book Corner

Check out the books sometime when you are in the undercroft of the church. Borrowing is on the honor system; just return when you have finished reading the book. A review of one of the books:

WHEN GOD IS SILENT by Barbara Brown Taylor

Author’s quote: “In a word-clogged world, the only words that stand a chance of getting people’s attention are simple, honest words that come from everyday life.”

This book is written from a Pastor’s viewpoint discussing three areas of relevant communication: Famine – Silence – Restraint. We can all learn from her words. - Jeanne Jankovsky

For SaleTHOSE EPISKOPOLS by Dennis R. Maynard

$12.00St. Michael & All Angels COOKBOOK

$15.00St. Michael Note Cards – packet of 6

$5.00

HAPPY HOOKERSThe Prayer Shawl Ministry meets at noon every Wednesday. Bring a sack lunch and join us. Starting in December, come for soup and stay. ALL ARE WELCOME! Don’t know how to knit or crochet? We love to teach!

Memorial Book This is a written acknowledgement of the many memorials given to the Church to honor family members. Help is needed to learn the names, dates and items that were donated since many of the gifts were not previously recorded. It would be so helpful if any information occurs to you and you can pass it on to either Claudia or Jeanne. St. Michael & All Angels congregation has been so enriched by these appreciated memory gifts.

Volunteers NeededA reminder to look at the bulletin board next to the church’s exit door. Signup sheets are posted there for reading the Lessons. Everyone is invited to participate – just sign your name on the date that works for you.

DirectorySt. Michael & All Angels started updating our directory last Spring. The first step to develop a directory was to gather information. Several families provided information; but several more

did not. On the back cover of this newsletter is a form. Please take a minute to complete the information and drop it in the offertory plate next time you come to church. Or put it in an envelope and drop in the mail. Thank you!

October 4 – St. Francis of Assisi Feast DaySunday, October 6 – Blessing of the Animals(Something new) Animal friends are invited to

attend the service. Blessing of the animals offered just before the peace.

Old Country Western Concert

Wood Bank BenefitMusic by Ray & Shirley Jacobs

Thursday, October 24th at 7:00 pmSt. Michael & All Angels Church

Fiddler WorkshopsMari Black and Ensemble is the best fiddle band both sides of the Atlantic. Winner of Scotland's Glenfiddich Fiddle Champion, two time winner of the Maritime Fiddle Champion and US Scottish Fiddle Champion - Mari Black is truly astounding.  Don't miss this awesome concert (November 16, 2019) or the fiddle workshops Mari will be giving in Eureka at St. Michaels. 1:00-3:00 pm on 16th & 17th. Sponsored by Sunburst

Food PantryEach year St. Michael’s parishioners make

donations for the Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets. This year, we are asked to bring black

olives, evaporated milk, and potatoes.

Christmas at St. Michael & All Angels

In gathering for Christmas family(ies) – to be announced in December

Christmas Eve – 7 pmFestival of Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 29th

The Christmas Bazaar has been canceled since it is the same day as the Bishop’s Ordination and

many parishioners are attending.

Estate Planning? Consider including St. Michael & All

Angels in your will.St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal

P.O. Box 342

Eureka, MT 59917

The Messenger Deadline

The deadline for the next issue of The Messenger is December 15th. Please send any news or happenings at St. Michael or an Op Ed to Sharon or hand it to her at church. E-mail: sharonlabonty@gmail.com

Dates to Remember October 5 – First Wood Bank Work Day

October 6 – Blessing of the Animals

October 24 – Old Country Western Concert

October 27 – Pot Luck (every 4th Sunday)

November 16 & 17 – Fiddler Workshops

November 24 – Pot Luck

December 4 – Soup Café

December 7 – Ordination of 10th Bishop of Montana

December 22 – Pot Luck

December 24 – Christmas Eve Services – 7:00 pm

December 29 – Festival of Lessons & Carols

Please take a minute to complete the information below and either drop it in the offertory plate or mail. THANK YOU!

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