St Michael's eNews 29 November 2020

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�?��?�Music in Church:
Amir Farid (Piano) & Rhys Boak (Organ)

Music Online: 
Ceridwen McCooey (Cello), Rose Riebl (Piano),
The Nuovo Quartet led by Susannah Ng & Rhys Boak (Organ)

�?�Margaret's message

It is with great excitement (and preparation) that St Michael�??s Church building is re-opening �?? starting this Sunday at 10am. This is a fantastic step forward after months of closed doors. Just in time for Advent, which is perfect for a new beginning!

The Sunday Gathering experience will be somewhat different because of Government requirements, but it will nevertheless be joyful! It is essential to book by 4pm each Friday, so get in quick and book here or contact the Office.

If you are not able to attend this Sunday �?? you won�??t miss out. Online @ St Michael's continues. We understand not everyone is ready to travel into the city or be part of a large gathering. And of course, for our wider community in London, Timor, Wellington, Jabiru, Port Macquarie, Sydney, Canberra and more�?�we look forward to joining with you online.

There will still be Zoom Cuppa at 11:15am. We�??re experimenting with running it from St Michael�??s Walk. 

We are SO looking forward to seeing some of you in church, and we truly value maintaining connection with others online.

Peace and blessings
Margaret

St Michael's doors re-open 

�?� Our minds and hearts stayed open during COVID. �?�

Now we�??re re-opening the doors and Sunday Gatherings will be in church (and online).

Our Sunday Gathering experience will be somewhat different because of Government requirements, but it will nevertheless be joyful! 

Here's how to do it:

• Pre-book a seat online.
• Download or print your Church Order of Service here
• If you�??re at all unwell, please stay home.
• Arrive at the church on Sunday between 9:30 and 9:45am and enter via the corner of Collins and Russell Sts or St Michael's Walk.
• Wear your facemask (everyone 12 or older, unless you have a medical reason).
  
• Use hand sanitiser.
• Observe 1.5m physical distancing from people not in your household (waving hello rather than hugs or handshakes).
  
• Savour the moment of gathering with old friends and new, as we are held in the Spirit�??s endless love; the Divine Presence with us in church and everywhere!

Pleaes review our "Welcome Back to Church Information" for more entry details and FAQ
 

You can still join us Online @ St Michael's 

Gather together online

Join us for online Sunday Gatherings from 10am for thoughtful reflections, beautiful music and spiritual inspiration online @ St Michael's.

Download/read the Order of Service here

Zoom cuppa and chat

This week - from St Michael's Walk!

Make a cuppa, grab your laptop and stop by for our Sunday Zoom chat. Every Sunday at 11.15am. 
Gather, chat, say hello to old friends and meet new people.

�?��?�Online Offerings

No collection plate is coming your way on Sunday morning but the work (and the expenses) of the church continue. We recognise that this is a challenging time financially for some. Gifts given by people who are able to support the church during COVID are received with gratitude.

For regular or one-off offerings make an online deposit to: 
St Michaels Uniting Church
BSB:083004   Acc: 515113338

Church Assistant (Verger) - Casual position

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person who wants to �??give back to the community�?� while working. 

This position is a casual weekend role (with occasional hours during the week).

The Church Assistant has a key role in organising and supervising the operational procedures for Church Worship Services, Weddings, Funerals and other events.   

• Are you a person with excellent communication and organisational skills?
• Do you pride yourself in your ability to be responsible, punctual, considerate and willing to learn?
• Do you like meeting new people and are you ready to help in any situation?

Then this is for you!

Church Technical Support - Casual position

We are looking for an enthusiastic person  to fill the vital role of managing the technical (lighting, sound and video) requirements of our Church Worship Services, Weddings, Funerals and other events.

The postition is a casual weekend role, with occasional hours during the week and is a support role to the Technical Manager.

• Are you are a technically switched-on person, familiar with a sound/lighting desk or willing to learn and take direction and use your  initiative?
• Do you consider yourself to be responsible, punctual and have excellent organisational skills?
• Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
• Do you enjoy having a hands-on role with all aspects of sound, lighting and video equipment?

Then we need you!

�?�For a more detailed job description please contact us on 9654 5120 or email contact@stmichaels.org.au

Your caring community

Stay connected with your St Michael's community with Zoom chats and catch ups, prayer and meditation. There are also some helpful resources for self-development and learning.
Click on the links below for more information.

St Michael's Thursday Zoom chat

Prayer Tree

Contact and care

Resources for challenging times

Online Mindful Meditation

Video Counselling at Mingary

�?�UCA CBD Churches Collaborating for Social Justice

A Zoom meeting for interested members and friends of several CBD churches will be held on Monday 7 December at 7:30 to 8:30pm. Margaret and Lorraine will be attending and would be delighted if other St Michael�??s community people would join us. This is an exploratory meeting initiated by Richmond Uniting Church. Attending doesn�??t require a commitment to ongoing involvement. Please send an email to office@stmichaels.org.au to register your interest. 

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120 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000
Victoria Australia.

(03) 9654 5120
office@stmichaels.org.au
www.stmichaels.org.au