Support Groups and Classes
The following ministries are formed around regular classes, meetings or workshops that are designed to support or inspire. Most are headed by lay leaders.
MONDAYS
Care Givers Support Group
WHEN: Mondays, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Parlor
Led by Gayl Braymer
Caregiving a loved one can be isolating and overwhelming. Our group provides confidential, loving support to those involved in caregiving. We seek to give emotional support and resource suggestions to those in need. More information: Contact Gayl Braymer at [email protected] or 214-906-2170.
TUESDAYS
Prayer Shawl Knitting Ministry
WHEN: In-person meetings resume on October 1, 2024
Led by Peggy Carr
During summer, knitters may knit at home and bring shawls to the church reception area. In-person meetings will resume on October 1, 2024. As of this date, we have knitted and distributed 2,876 shawls to express love to those in our parish who are hurting or ill. Each shawl is specially labeled with a tag that identifies it as a shawl specially knitted with love at Saint Michael and a healing prayer is added. The clergy and congregation bless each shawl prior to distribution. Contact Peggy Carr, [email protected] with questions.
WEDNESDAYS
Graceful Healing: Navigating Grief With Hope
WHEN: 5:30 – 7 p.m. Wednesdays, April 3, 2024 through May 15, 2024
WHERE: The Drake Room
Led by The Rev. Christian Basel
Register online here
Loss touches all of us in different ways, but you do not have to walk this journey alone. Graceful Healing is a seven-week grief and support ministry for those who are experiencing a loss of any kind. Combining scriptural reflection, personal experiences, and meaningful discussion, we will explore how our grief and faith intersect. RSVP required. Please contact the Rev. Christian Basel, [email protected] with any questions.
THURSDAYS
8-Week Grief Workshop
Comfort and Hope for the Journey of Grief
WHEN: 6–8 p.m. Thursdays, February 1 – March 21. 2024
WHERE: Parlor
Led by Faith and Grief Ministries
Participate in a supportive community, learn ways to cope, and practice spiritual exercises that bring comfort.
Spring 2024 Workshop: Register by January 31, 2024
Registration: https://www.faithandgrief.org/smaa/ Questions: Katherine Bowen, [email protected]
SUNDAYS
Pre-Marriage Class
WHEN: Sundays – April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 2024 at 10 a.m.
Sundays – September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2024 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Room 103
Led by Elizabeth and Spencer Knapp
This series is led by Elizabeth and Spencer Knapp and is offered to prepare couples for marriage and their life together.
Registration and questions: Assistant for Liturgy and Worship, Tammy Hale, [email protected], See Weddings to review the details of scheduling a wedding at Saint Michael.