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St Michael's Anglican Church

Locality: Mitcham, South Australia, Australia

Phone: 83733433

Address: 18 Church Rd 5062 Mitcham, SA, Australia

Website: http://Www.mitchamanglican.org.au/

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24.01.2022 The Great Vigil of Easter - (3 April, Saturday, - Service at 7:30 pm) The Service of the Light in which the risen Christ, the light of the world is welcomed into the Church and the world. The Proclamation or Exultet is sung in praise of the light The Vigil in which we read from the Hebrew Scriptures (old testament) which tell the Salvation Story of which the Resurrection of Christ is the climax and fulfillment. The Service of the Word in which the New Testament Sc...riptures about the resurrection are read. The Baptismal Service in which we renew our own baptismal promises and bless and celebrate the baptismal water. The Service of the Eucharist in which the first Eucharist of Easter is celebrated. After the long ‘darkness’ and ‘drought’ of Lent the symbols of water and light are welcomed back tonight. They are a sign of life-giving nature of the risen Christ, with whom we have died and been reborn in baptism. Like the other two parts of the Triduum, the Easter Vigil and First Mass of the Resurrection is deliberate and prayerful. No-one is in a hurry. Everyone is attending, with deep love, to the wonder and majesty of the Risen Christ. See more

23.01.2022 Farewell to Lesley Lewis - Director of Music After 18 years of providing St Michaels with wonderful music and directing the Choir, our Directory of Music will retire on Sunday 30 January. To celebrate and give thanks for her dedication and beautiful music a Special Evensong will be held this Sunday 30 January at 5:00pm. This is an invitation to everyone to join, that have had the pleasure Lesley’s Music, being at Sunday worship services, weddings, hymn fests, youth ensembl...e, funerals, choirs for special occasions, Taize, and the list goes on Join us to say THANK YOU SUNDAY 30 JANUARY @ 5:00PM This will also be the recommencement of our weekly Sacred Space Sunday Program.

22.01.2022 Christ the King - Sunday 22 Nobember @ 9:00am We will celebrate this festive occasion with Rev'd Dr Cathy Tomson as our guest preacher. Cathy is the Principal at St Barnabas College, where she also lecctures in Systematic Theology.

21.01.2022 What is Evensong? St Michael’s has a strong musical tradition with its service of Evensong. Evensong is a distinctly Anglican tradition with an attractive outreach to the wider community through its focus on the choral presentation of canticles and psalms which accompany scripture readings. ... This service has historical roots prior to the reign of Henry VIII when the Church of England was still governed by the Holy See of Rome. Thomas Cranmer, the first Archbishop of the English Reformation under Henry VIII, published a revised Prayer Book in 1552 for the newly established Anglican Church. He modelled the service of Evening Prayer on the old monastic services of Vespers and Compline which were sung at the close of day. Hence Evensong has become a service of communal contemplation through singing and reading of scripture, led by a priest, but possibly also by a layperson, since the sacraments are not involved. On Sunday May 2nd the Parish Choir will lead the congregational hymns, sing the Psalm for the evening, the two Canticles celebrating the birth of Christ, and the 17thC. Easter Carol O sons & daughters, let us sing as an anthem. Our historic Bishop Organ will feature in J.S. Bach’s Easter Chorale Prelude setting of Christ lay in bonds of death for the Postlude. Our next service will be on Sunday May 2nd at 5p.m. Here is an open invitation to enjoy a time of quiet meditation and music.

21.01.2022 St Michael's Christmas Hamper Drive Each year, AnglicareSA provides Christmas hampers to hundreds of individuals, families and children in need. This Christmas, as in years past, the Parish of St Michaels Mitcham is partnering with AnglicareSA to put together Christmas hampers and bring joy to hundreds of people. We are inviting you to help this year. Join our Christmas Hamper Drive by donating food for the Hampers... Below is a list of items that are required for General and Christmas Hampers. If you would like to be involved, single or multiple donations of items from the list are greatly appreciated. Donations can be given from now until 27 November. Simply place items in the Pink tub at the Church side door, and we will compile the hampers and take them to the Magdalene Centre for distribution throughout Adelaide. If you would like more information please feel free to contact me. Thank you for your generosity and helping to bring the joy of Christmas to others. Fr David M: 0401 806 280 General Hamper 1 x Long Life milk 1L 1 x Spread (P/N Butter, Jam, Vegemite) 400/500g 1 x Can of Fruit 825g 1 x Can of Vegetables (Corn, peas, mix) 420 g 1 x Can of Beans (Chickpea, Cannellini, Kidney) 400g 1 x Can of Baked Beans or Spaghetti 420g 1 x Can of Soup 1 x Can of Diced Tomatoes 1 x Jar of Pasta Sauce 500g 1 x Packet of Pasta 500g 1 x Breakfast Cereal 700g 1 x Packet sweet/savoury Biscuits 1 x Coffee or Milo or tea 1 x 1Ltr Juice Long life Christmas Hamper 1 x Christmas Pudding 1 x 1ltr Long life Custard 1 x pkt Fruit mince pies 1 x pkt Christmas lollies 1 x tin/pkt Shortbread 1 x pkt savoury biscuits (Jatz, shapes, rice crackers) 1 x Chips (crisps, pretzels, nuts) 1 x bag lollies Other food items or hygiene products are also welcome and will be used in The Magdalene Centre emergency assistance program.

21.01.2022 Why do we have a Lychgate? Traditionally a lychgate was the place where pallbearers could rest a coffin before entering a churchyard for the burial. Although ashes are interred in our Garden of Remembrance, no bodies have ever been buried in the grounds. Instead of a graveyard surrounding the church, a cemetery was established in 1853 on 2 acres of land across the other side of the Brownhill Creek Valley up on Blythewood Road. Although no longer administered by the Parish, ...it is still an Anglican burial site. So why do we have a lychgate? Whilst the finishing touches were being made to the construction of our new Parish Hall in 1980, it was found that sufficient matching sandstone could be made available to build a lychgate. It was a gift from the Clampett family in memory of Albert Wyndham Clampett, M.A. and Alice his wife and was dedicated on 21st December 1980. Archdeacon Clampett was rector of St Michael’s for the incredibly long period of 46 years and 16 days from 1893 to 1939! Adjoining the lychgate is our delightful St Michael’s Street Library where local residents are welcome to borrow books and to add to the collection.

19.01.2022 Coming Soon Together in Prayer This coming Sunday we will commence a month of Prayer Each week on Sunday (commencing today 30 August) we will Post on Facebook a weekly prayer card that we ask you to read, reflect upon, pray and act on daily. The idea is that by reading and reflecting on the same prayer card (post) daily for a week you will enter a deeper level of reflection, and awareness that will help you and our community together engage in our faith and living i...t out in the world. On Wednesday evenings at 7:30 via zoom, commencing 2 September, we have Together We learn and grow an opportunity to do the prayer card together, learn a bit more about the reading, spend some time in reflection and pray. We hope you will join us as from this coming Sunday. If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Fr David on 0401806280 or email [email protected] See more

18.01.2022 We will remember them. We will remember them. Lest we forget Lest we forget.... In St Michaels hangs an Honour board, remembering those that joined voluntarily joined the amies to protect our way of life. In the Mitcham and Hawthorn Parish Messenger in November 1916 the rector, Archdeacon Clampett, wrote: On Sunday, November 5, I unveiled a handsome roll of honour board in St. Michael’s. It has inscribed on it the names of thirty-six who, being members of St. Michael’s congregation ... have voluntarily joined the armies of the King. The design and execution is the work and gift of Mr. T.W. Jones, who has given us a beautiful roll, of which we are justly proud. The Union Jack overhanging the roll is the gift of Mr. N.M.L. Eddington, and it indicates the inspiring force which led our thirty-six to offer. Three of the number have paid the supreme sacrifice H.D. Tutt, Liscombe Spiller, and Alf Bradey. They were all fine lads we are proud of them. May they find rest, and pass on from glory to glory till they come to the light of God’s blessed presence. Before World War 1 ended two years later many more names were added. In all, the Roll of Honour of the men who went from St Michael’s to the front contains fifty-three names, thirteen of whom or near enough to one-quarter were killed. As we remember this ANZAC Day these various battles fought across fields and towns so far from home, you may like to come to St Michaels, and look up at the board (on the back wall of the church) and offer a prayer for all the young people that have given of themselves that we may have our freedom.

16.01.2022 St Michael's Christmas Hamper Drive Thank you to everyone that has promoted, contributed to, helped with, and packed the Hamper Drive The response to the Hamper Drive has been magnificent. As a result, we have been able to make up: 39 Christmas Hampers... 6 Gluten Free Christmas Hampers 55 General Hampers And have a lot of other food that goes beyond the requirements of the Hampers That is a total of 100 Hampers The Hampers (and additional food) will now be delivered to AnglicareSA for distribution throughout Adelaide. Thank you for your generosity.

16.01.2022 This Comming Sunday 1 November we will be celebrating All Saints Day, a wonderful opertunty to gather together as the the Chruch - each of us Saints in the Chruch of God as we live out our Baptismal calling to take the ressurrected Christ into the world. Remember our worship service as from this sunday will be commencing at 9:00am.

16.01.2022 Each year on All Souls Day (2 November) Saint Michael’s along with the Christian community give thanks for the life of those who have gone before us. As we remember those who have touched our lives, we invite you, your family and friends to join us in a service of Thanksgiving for our loved ones that have gone before us. Our service for All Souls Day shall be on Monday 2nd November at 6:00 pm at Saint Michael’s. If you would like someone remembered or have any questions please feel free to contact Fr David. (0401 806280).

13.01.2022 On Sunday 27 June we will be celebrating Anglicare Sunday, with Jill Rivers as our guest speaker at the 9:00am service. As part of Anglicare Sunday in the Month of June we are doing a Socks and Jocks Drive to help support Anglicare provide male and female underwear and socks to those in need. Donations can be left in the Tub at St Michael’s Church side door - Cnr St Michaels & Church Rd, Mitcham. Help us get more people involved in this - and share this post, or even print the photo and letter box drop your neighbourhood.

11.01.2022 We are back at Mile End for the Thursday Bunnings BBQ - supporting all types of mission activity, AnglicareSA, Magdalene Centre, western community food hub, Bush church aid etc

09.01.2022 St Michaels Bunnings BBQ team at Mile End today - Come down and help support us. Money raised for today will go to supporting The Magdalene Centre (AnglicareSA).

08.01.2022 Who is Archdeacon Clampett? A bronze bust of Archdeacon Albert Wyndham Clampett sits on the window ledge in the entrance porch looking down on present day parishioners as they enter the church. Who was he, and why is there a bust of him up there? Described as being an Irishman, small of stature with a pronounced hooked nose, twinkling eyes and an infectious laugh, he had a great booming voice and gave fiery sermons. He was Rector of St Michael’s for over 46 years, from 18...93 to 1939! As well as serving as the Rector of Mitcham, Clampett was also Priest-in-Charge of the Hills’ Mission District which included the areas of Coromandel Valley, Belair, Clarendon, Happy Valley and Kangaroo Island! Initially he walked or did his rounds on horseback, but later in life acquired a Model ‘T’ Ford motor car. The sculptor of the bust is unknown, but apparently Clampett was rather embarrassed about the whole thing and hid it in a cupboard in his office, before it mysteriously appeared in his grand-daughter Suzanne’s sandpit. Many years later Suzie (then Mrs Graham Brookman) gave it to Archdeacon Andrew Cheesman who placed it on the window ledge. So, next Sunday, say Good morning Archdeacon.

07.01.2022 Thank you for being part of the month of prayer in this last week we focus on proclaiming the gospel. As you prayer may you live out the gospel in action. Join us on Wednesday evening 7:30 pm as we share, hear, reflect and pray. Zoom details below Feel free to forward this email to family, friends or others you feel would be happy to join with us in prayer together. I look forward to having you pray together with us.... Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82341865907 Meeting ID: 823 4186 5907 Passcode: 366366 Together We proclaim the gospel. Self-Reflection * What is the gospel you have received? * How do you tell of and live out the gospel you are to proclaim? Scripture: Luke 4.14-21 14 Then Jesus, filled with the power of the Spirit, returned to Galilee, and a report about him spread through all the surrounding country. 15 He began to teach in their synagogues and was praised by everyone. 16 When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, 17 and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: 18 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, 19 to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour. 20 And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. 21 Then he began to say to them, Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing. Reflection It is all about good news for the poor not impoverishing aspiration; it is all about release for captives, not binding by rules; it is all about sight for the blinded, not making more wounded; it is all about freeing oppressed not crushing more spirits. The Messiah’s manifesto is surely ours: a gospel of glorious goodness; vulnerable love in courageous and creative action; to a world living in isolation, brokenness and pain. Prayer Gracious God, you sent your son in the power of the Spirit to redeem your people. Unite us in our diversity and heal our broken Church, so that the world may be drawn to the source of all healing, in Jesus Christ. Amen. Action Try to summaries the gospel into one sentence or summaries the gospel into an action today. Fr David Covington-Groth Parish Priest St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham 18 Church Rd, Mitcham, SA, 5062 O: 8373 3433 M: 0401 806 280 E: [email protected]

06.01.2022 Christmas is coming! Follow the Star and join us for one of the Christmas Services. All services are also available on zoom - logon details in poster below Christmas Eve... 6:00pm Kids and young at heart Service 11.30pm Midnight Service Christmas Day 9:00am Christmas Day Service We will have a service on Boxing Day Sunday 26 December at 9:00am

06.01.2022 Change in Service times as from 1st November, our Sunday service will Commence at 9amChange in Service times as from 1st November, our Sunday service will Commence at 9am

06.01.2022 Commencing today Together please join us over the coming few weeks as we engage in intentional prayer together. Below is a prayer card for this week, we ask that you use this each day this week to read, reflect upon, pray and act on daily. The idea is that by reading and reflecting on the same prayer card daily for a week you will enter a deeper level of reflection, and awareness that will help you and our community together engage in our faith and living it out in the wo...Continue reading

05.01.2022 Hello Friends of on Facebook You are invited to join us as we celebrate our Patronal Festival, this Sunday 27th September at 10am. This is a wonderful occasion for all people that are involved with St Michael’s Parish or have had contact with St Michael’s through Weddings, baptisms or other pastoral actives to come together as a community.... We will have the pleasure of welcoming our Bishop Greg Thompson , as Guest Preacher. Please also take this opportunity to extend this invitation to your family members or friends as this is an occasion that is only made better by having more people present. Should you require any information or more details please feel free to contact me on this email address or my mobile 0401 806 280. Looking forward to having you share with us in this celebration. Fr David Covington-Groth

05.01.2022 On Sunday 22 November we will be holding Comtemplative worship inspired byTaize. This will commence at 5:00pm, with the theme of the day "Christ the King". This is a beautiful relaxing, reflective service that includes music, chants, prayer, and quietness. Everyone is welcome and why not bring a friend along.

05.01.2022 Making the Sign of the Cross When you were Baptised, you were given the sign of the cross as a symbol of your faith, as the badge, the distinguishing mark of a Christian. It was made upon your forehead. Now, on the journey of the Christian Life and Faith you can make it for yourself, by tracing the Cross with the Right Hand from the forehead, then touching the chest, then the shoulders, from left to right. It is our Christian Family symbol of Faith in Jesus the Lord. It is c...ustom that during the Eucharist the sign of the Cross is made: a. When the Priest says In the Name of the Father before or after the sermon. b. At the Absolution after the General Confession when the Priest makes the sign of the Cross over the people. c. At the end of the Creed an acceptance of our faith and our baptismal creed. d. At the point of the prayer for the departed reminding us of the journey of life, death and resurrection. e. At the end of the prayer of consecration, as here is Christ raised up for us and we rejoice. f. At the time of receiving Holy Communion placing ourselves into the presence of the one that comes to us, we pray that Christ will be in our minds, hears and actions. g. The Blessing and Dismissal at the end of the Service go forth and be not ashamed to profess Christ crucified for us. * When the Gospel is announced we sign with the thumb a small cross on the forehead; lips and heart to show we will take the words to our minds; speak the words with our lips; and keep the words in our hearts.

05.01.2022 A square Church? The Church of St Michael at Mitcham, an historic Anglican Church, opened in 1852, is one of the oldest in Adelaide. Constructed of local stone with an imposing tower, it is set in large grounds amidst towering River Red Gums almost hidden from view in our quiet leafy suburb of ‘Upper’ Mitcham. Within twelve years of the opening the building was too small, so the southern wall was taken down, arches erected in its place, and the wall rebuilt some 23 feet ...(7m) further south. That is why we have an almost square church. Today the two naves are integrated with the memorial panelling around the walls which was progressively installed between 1984 and 2001. The priest’s vestry and a choir vestry (now the narthex) were later additions in the late 1800s. On both occasions matching stone was acquired from the original quarry site near the entrance to the Brownhill Creek Recreation Park. The Centenary Memorial Terrace in front of the church dates from 1953 with the new Parish Hall and Office constructed in 1980. The Hall adjoins the church via a cloister of Basket Range stone which harmonises aesthetically with the original 1850s stonework.

04.01.2022 I hope that you have been enjoining the prayer cards and taking the opportunity to spend time in prayer and reflection. It has been wonderful to hear some really positive feedback and deep insights. Please keep prayer together with us Join us on Wednesday evening 7:30 pm as we share, hear, reflect and pray. Zoom details below Feel free to forward this email to family, friends or others you feel would be happy to join with us in prayer together. I look forward to having y...ou pray together with us. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82341865907 Meeting ID: 823 4186 5907 Passcode: 366366 Together We belong to Christ. Self-Reflection * What is it that excites you about your baptism? * What does the Phrase I belong to Christ mean for you? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1.10-17 10 Now I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in agreement and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same purpose. 11 For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there are quarrels among you, my brothers and sisters. 12 What I mean is that each of you says, I belong to Paul, or I belong to Apollos, or I belong to Cephas, or I belong to Christ. 13 Has Christ been divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul? 14 I thank God that I baptized none of you except Crispus and Gaius, 15 so that no one can say that you were baptized in my name. 16 (I did baptize also the household of Stephanas; beyond that, I do not know whether I baptized anyone else.) 17 For Christ did not send me to baptize but to proclaim the gospel, and not with eloquent wisdom, so that the cross of Christ might not be emptied of its power. Reflection I belong to Christ does not exclude others rather it embraces the differences. As we are all one in the Body black/white, male/female, Greek/Jew, we find the common ground we share; faith, hope, love, joy, come from Christ. What we do, we do in and for Christ that together we may be one, committed to proclaiming and living the gospel, now and in the time to come. Prayer Living God in life and death we give our worship and thanksgiving. Enliven in us your spirit that we may give ourselves to your services, show your love in the world, and together build your church. That we may be of one Body through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Action Make a list of the commitments you have and prioritise them. How is your time spent in relation to the commitments you have? Fr David Covington-Groth Parish Priest St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham 18 Church Rd, Mitcham, SA, 5062 O: 8373 3433 M: 0401 806 280 E: [email protected]

03.01.2022 This week we invite you to consider in prayer that Together We are not lacking in any spiritual gifts please take the time to read and reflect daily and join us on Zoom on Wednesday evening 7:30pm as we reflect and pray together using this weeks card. Feel free to forward this email to family, friends or others you feel would be happy to join with us in prayer together. I look forward to having you pray together with us. Join Zoom Meeting... https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82341865907 Meeting ID: 823 4186 5907 Passcode: 366366 Together ... We are not lacking in any spiritual gifts Self-Reflection * What gifts do you need to rediscover? * What gifts (spiritual and material) do you have to share and how can you do so? Scripture: Ephesians 4.4-13 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all. 7 But each of us was given grace according to the measure of Christ’s gift. 8 Therefore it is said, When he ascended on high he made captivity itself a captive; he gave gifts to his people. 9 (When it says, He ascended, what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? 10 He who descended is the same one who ascended far above all the heavens, so that he might fill all things.) 11 The gifts he gave were that some would be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 until all of us come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to maturity, to the measure of the full stature of Christ. Reflection A Gift, beautifully wrapped, paper and bow; a delight to look at and receive. Unless un-wrapped it remains just a pretty parcel. The gift needs to be opened, explored, used and experienced. Your gifts are given to you, to be grown and shared for you to give to others as a gift of care and love. That others may come to know the beauty of God is found in the giving and receiving of the loving gifts we share. Prayer We praise you and we bless you, our risen Lord Jesus, for as you were sent by the Father , so you send us. Equip your people with the gifts to fulfil our calling that we may love as you loved, serve as you served, and willingly follow wherever you lead. To you, Lord Jesus, gifting your people, be honour and glory, now and for ever. Amen. Action Act upon your self-reflection. Fr David Covington-Groth Parish Priest St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham 18 Church Rd, Mitcham, SA, 5062 O: 8373 3433 M: 0401 806 280 E: [email protected]

03.01.2022 Together We are called into fellowship united as one in prayer as the body of Christ in this world. Let us together see out prayers turn into action as we live out our faith. Join us on Wednesday evening 7:30 pm as we share, hear, reflect and pray. Zoom details below Feel free to forward this email to family, friends or others you feel would be happy to join with us in prayer together. I look forward to having you pray together with us.... Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82341865907 Meeting ID: 823 4186 5907 Passcode: 366366 Together We are called into fellowship. Self-Reflection * How do you experience fellowship with God? * In what ways is God calling you into fellowship with others? Scripture: 1 John 1.3-7 3 We declare to you what we have seen and heard so that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. 4 We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete. 5 This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light and in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we say that we have fellowship with him while we are walking in darkness, we lie and do not do what is true; 7 but if we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. Reflection Children crave best friends. Elders long for companionship. We all together need to know we never walk alone. Christ yearns for much the same, calls us to walk with him to be in fellowship with one another. Calls us to make friends not enemies. To stand in light rather than stumble in the darkness. We all are invited to the table as we are, lost, lonely, broken and forgiven to share in the fellowship of Christ, friends, brothers and sisters equal in God’s eye. Prayer Father of love, you have called us into the fellowship of your Son and appointed us to bear witness to the gospel. By the grace of your Spirit, enable us to overcome our divisions and dwell together in unity so that our joy may be complete, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Action Go and intentionally share something with someone today, eg a meal, a story, a car trip, a project or Partner with someone to get something done / achieved. Fr David Covington-Groth Parish Priest St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham 18 Church Rd, Mitcham, SA, 5062 O: 8373 3433 M: 0401 806 280 E: [email protected]

02.01.2022 Sacred Space Sunday - contemptative worship inspired by TAIZE. 6 June @ 5pm Space // silence // beauty // prayer // love // meditation // song // stillness... Anglican Church of St Michael Cnr St Michaels & Church Rd, Mitcham, 8373 3433 || [email protected] || facebook.com/MitchamAnglican Please share this posting to let others know and invite them along.

01.01.2022 Easter Day (4 April, Sunday, service at 9:00am) Remember last year you longed for the opportunity to gather and celebrate this year we can do that, this is my personal invitation to you to come and join in the Celebration of Easter Day at the 9am service. This is the first Sunday of Easter, Having celebrated the resurrected Christ at the Easter Vigil and the return of the light to the Church; we start our journey through the Easter Season.... The Easter Season continues for the great 50 Days of Easter which culminate in the celebration of Pentecost. The whole Easter season is a celebration of the Resurrection and of the baptismal life through which we enter into the Easter mystery. We take the new life of Easter out into the world bringing its blessings to our homes, work place, family and friends.

22.12.2021 The gardens and grounds at St Michael’s are currently looking magnificent. It is a beautiful place to come and enjoy a walk around, time to relax and reflect in this season of watching and waiting for the coming of the word made flesh, the birth of Christ. Thank you to all the people that care for the grounds and gardens with out your effort and input it would not be such a wonderful place.

10.12.2021 An explanation as we move towards Christmas (Xmas).

30.11.2021 This Sunday Evening join us for 9 Lessons and Carols @ 7:00pm. A wonderful way to hear the journey of the people of God as we prepare for our Christmas Celebration. Will commence at 7:00pm and feature an excellent Choir and string Ensemble. Will also be available on Zoom should you not be able to attend in person.

28.11.2021 Thank you to everyone that contributed to the Christmas Hamper drive. Because of the generosity of so many people we have completed 113 hampers (61 General hampers & 52 Christmas hampers), AnglicareSA collected then today ready for distribution to those in need. Thank you.

23.11.2021 Position Vacant Director of Music / Organist The Anglican Parish of St Michael’s, Mitcham is seeking to engage a Director of Music / Organist. This position will involve being the parish organist at regular services, weddings and funerals. The director of music will be responsible for music planning for Sunday worship, directing the Choir, involved in liturgy planning, and maintaining records as required. The position is remunerated. A position description is available upon request from the Parish Priest, Fr David Covington-Groth. Please direct all enquires to Fr David, mobile: 0401 806 280 email: [email protected] Please share this to help advertise the possition.

16.11.2021 What is this old building on Princes Road? Was it a church? Most people assume this fine old building by the round-a-bout on the corner of Princes Road and East Terrace at Kingswood was a church. Not so, although built by the Parish of Mitcham, it was in fact a school. On Thursday, 10th April 1890 the Countess of Kintore, wife of the Governor, the Rt. Hon. the Earl of Kintore, laid the foundation stone of the St Michael’s Day School. This impressive building, with its high-...pitched roof, was constructed of local sandstone and was designed by the architectural firm of D. Garlick and Son (who also designed the nearby Mitcham Institute). The parish had been running a school for several years in a cottage in Welbourne Street, and its 77 students were the first to attend the new school, which was completed within 4 months. For the next 60 years the building was used as a Day School during the week and a Sunday School on Sundays. It was also the Parish Hall where various groups met, and was used as an entertainment venue for concerts, fetes, wedding receptions, displays etc. Tennis and netball courts were built on adjoining land. In mid-1948 the Day School ceased to operate as a primary school, but then continued on as a kindergarten for another five years. As a parish hall the old Day School suited neither the St Michael’s end of the parish nor the daughter church of St Wilfrid on Belair Road. After years of debate and legal arguments the property was sold at auction in September 1979 and the decision made to build a new hall in the grounds of St Michael’s.

13.11.2021 Sacred Space Sunday @ 5:00 pm This week the Labyrinth Sunday 28 November we will be leaning about the Labyrinth and taking the opportunity to walk one. It is a form of mediation with movement as you enter deeper into the presence of Christ. Come and explore, why not bring a friend along.

29.10.2021 The fun and joy of play a Ukulele returns this Sunday as we have Ukulele Church for Sacred Space Sunday @ 5pm. Aswe found out last time No experience or knowledge required, bring your own Ukulele or we can loan you one. We look forward to welcoming you, to our informal worship opportunity, followed by a time of hospitality. Held Anglican Church of St Michael, Cnr St Michaels & Church Rd, Mitcham.

25.10.2021 Dear Neighbour Please do not feel obliged to donate, but if you could spare a jar, tin or packet we would be most grateful. This year our church is endeavouring to fill 100+ Christmas hampers for those in need. If you would like to be involved, single or multiple donations of items from the list On the reverse side of this flyer are greatly appreciated. Donations can be given from now until 3 December. ... Simply place donations in the Green tub at the Church side door We will take the items to St Michael’s to compile the hampers and take the completed hampers to the Magdalene Centre for distribution throughout Adelaide If you would like more information please feel free to contact our parish. Thank you for your generosity and helping to bring the joy of Christmas to others. Fr David M: 0401 806 280 Anglican Church of St Michael Cnr St Michaels & Church Rd, Mitcham

08.10.2021 On Sunday we celebrated the placement of the stations of the cross in the grounds at St Michaels - get the full details from the arrival in the Guardian https://adelaideguardian.com//stations-of-the-cross-find-/

28.09.2021 This Sunday 7 November @ 5:00pm https://adelaideguardian.com//commissioning-of-the-statio/