SAINT MICHAEL & ALL

ANGELS CORONA DEL MAR

ANNUAL REPORTS FOR
2016 (AS WE ENTER OUR
50TH YEAR)

Table of Contents
Report

Agenda
2016 Minutes
Senior Warden
Building and Grounds
Junior Warden
Attendance
Parish Secretary
Rector
Communication
Ombudsman

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Report

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Christian Education
Evangelism
Mission
Worship
Music
Altar Guild
Stewardship
Finance
Ballot

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SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS

50 th Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, February 5,2017, 11:30 A.M.
AGENDA

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Opening prayer
Election of the Clerk of the Meeting
Appointment of the Tellers
Approval of the Minutes of the (2/7) 2017 Annual Meeting
Acceptance of Annual Reports
Presentation of the Program & Budget for 2017
Nomination for Vestry Persons and Delegates

Nominations will be called for from the Floor immediately prior to elections. Those wishing to
make nominations in addition to those from the Nominating Committee of the Vestry must
obtain permission of the potential nominee and inform the Chair of the Vestry before doing so.
To vote, one must be sixteen years of age or over and have been in the Parish Register as a
communicant of the Parish for at least sixty days.

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Introduction of Candidates
Election of the Vestry and Delegates
Old Business
New Business
Recognition of Outgoing Vestry Members
Closing Prayer

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2016 ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES

The Episcopal Parish Church of Saint Michael & All Angels
3233 Pacific View Drive
Corona del Mar, CA 92625
The Very Reverend Canon Peter D. Haynes, Rector
Forty-Ninth Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, February 7, 2016
Opening: Canon Haynes opened the meeting at 11:30 a m. with prayer.
1. Election of the Clerk of the Meeting: Canon Haynes nominated Karlene Miller to be Clerk of the
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Meeting; unanimously approved.

Appointment of Tellers: Canon Haynes nominated Larry Casey and Monty Pentz as Tellers;
unanimously approved.
Approval of the Minuets of the 2015 Annual Parish Meeting: Canon Haynes motioned to
approve the Minutes of the 2015 Annual Parish Meeting, Myma Ireland seconded; unanimously
approved.
Acceptance of submitted Annual Parish Reports. Barbara Black motioned to approve the
Minutes of the Annual Report for 2015; Julie Jenkins second; unanimously approved.
Presentation of the Program & Budget for 2014: Julie Jenkins presented the Programs & Budget
for 2016 noting that at the time, there are no plans for new programs; although it was
necessary to reduce the Mission Share Fund, as well as funds for Mission, Evangelism, Worship,
and Communication Commissions, it was not necessary to cut any salaries.

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7. Introduction of Candidates: the following candidates were

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Vestry
Norris Battin
3 year term
Jill Faller
3 year term
Melinda Rader
3 year term
Don Sheetz
1 year term
Delegates to Diocesan Convention
Steve Dulson
Murry McCiaren
Lynn Headley

Alternates
Norris Battin
Rebecca Welch
Lynne Ruedy

Richard Zevnik

Representative to Deanery Ten Rebecca Welch

8. Election of Vestry Persons and Delegates: Canon Haynes moved for the nomination of the slate

of new vestry members above; Ruth Poole seconded the motion; unanimously approved.
9. Old Business: None
10. New Business: Canon Haynes and Lynn Headley reminded everyone of die opportunity for a
2017 Holy Land Pilgrimage.
11. Recognition of Outgoing Vestry Members: Canon Haynes thanked the outgoing Vestry members
- Barbara Black, Karlene Miller, and Clyde Dodge HI - for their service and presented them with
small gifts of appreciation.
12. Closing. Canon Haynes closed the meeting at 1:00 p.m. with prayer

Karlene Miller Clerk of the Meeting

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SENIOR WARDENS REPORT

What you are is God's gift to you
What you do with yourself is your gift to God
Danish proverb
As I approach the end of my term as Senior Warden and look back over the last few years, I see
how very fortunate this parish has been to have so many dedicated and committed vestry
members. A great deal has been accomplished under their leadership and we are all very
grateful to each of them. Thank you. The impressive leaders leaving our vestry this year include:

Rev. Barbara Stewart (Mission): Managed alternate gift faire; SOS Christian gifts,
Blankets for Children and many other projects;
Matt Shaw (Stewardship): Led our successful giving campaigns for the past three years;
Louise Stover (Ombudsperson): Filled so many gaps and kept us on target each year. Her
organization skills, quick mind and willing service will be missed;
Tom Nicholson (Building & Grounds): Handled landscape renovation, Mr. Fix It whenever
needed and negotiated rental agreement with Roger's Nursery;
Julie Jenkins (Finance): Balanced our budgets, worked with our bookkeeper weekly, kept
us focused on our annual budget;
Don Sheetz (Junior Warden): Oversaw all contracts, negotiations with internal and
external sources and was always available for counsel.

We have worked very hard with Susan Beechner to bring in additional donations to enhance our
bottom line. Between the Coptic Christians, Verizon tower, and now Roger's Nursery use of the
parking lot, our parish center is in constant use. We also look forward to our new preschool
opening in the fall of this year.
God has blessed us greatly; however, we must not overlook the fact that faith on our part helps
God carry out His plan. Let us continue attempting great things for God. Each one of us is gifted
in one way or another, most of us in many ways. We need to remember to use our gifts when
they are needed.
In closing, I have three prayers:
Health for our rector to enjoy his retirement years.
Pray for Father Haynes
Wisdom for the new vestry in the operations of the parish and in choosing our new rector.
Pray for the vestry
Love for each other in service to God for our parish and the community Pray for our church.
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I wish you a blessed year.

Myrna Ireland Senior Warden
On a Personal Note:
I have known Peter Haynes since I was on the search committee for his hiring about 20 years
ago. We have shared a close relationship for all that time and I wish him the very best in his
retirement. I will miss our parochial and personal friendship very much.

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BUILDING AND GROUNDS REPORT

The building and grounds are in general good and operational condition. Improvements
and major maintenance items completed this year are as follows:

Replacement of damaged drinking fountain;

Changed out bath lighting to energy efficient LED
Rebuilt gym closet doors
Major water line repair
Inspections and certificates for code compliance of systems

Miscellaneous repairs and maintenance.

The new landscape is filling in and the project continues to produce ongoing cost savings over
and above last years savings. The anticipated savings from last year to next will be in excess of
$2,000 and is reflected in the new budget. As the plant material matures and fills in, additional
cost saving in the future can be anticipated.
The grounds of our church were the beneficiary of a substantial stone sign base built by
Matthew Kiper as his Eagle Scout project this year. This sign base is currently being used for
banners announcing church events. It is built and engineered to support a future monument
sign (with city approval) that can be digital to more effectively announce church events and
activities.
Karleen Miller took over the maintenance of the roses and is doing a great job coordinating with
her team. Continued thanks to Will Stoffer from Twin Oaks Landscape and Don Henry from
Village Green Landscape Architecture for their continued diligence in on the landscape. I also
thank George Line for all the help in repairs and maintenance, especially the water line leak over
the holidays

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JUNIOR WARDENS REPORT

I am pleased to offer this communique to the parishioners of Saint Michael and All Angels.
For the past three years 1 have enjoyed representing your interests on your vestry. We are
very fortunate to have so many distinguished people serving our common concerns for the
management of this parish church.
Certain areas l have overseen are attendance details, parish emergency fund, general business
issues, and helping whenever I could, the Senior Warden. How wonderful a person dear Myrna
Ireland is. It should be noted that Myrna has given of herself tirelessly to the betterment of our
parish.
My charted aim has been to reduce costs whenever and wherever we can, such as
restructuring our Cox Communications relationship among other cutbacks. Additionally, I
along with all the other vestry members continuously search for ways to increase our
revenues. Examples of this are offering our property to the Coptic Orthodox Church,
Verizon Cellular, Roger's Gardens, Mazda Motor Corporation among numerous other
activities.
Of major importance is the manse project (establishing the residence for our new Rector). I
have previously reported to you of this endeavor.
We are currently in discussions with various means to financially benefit this matter. An
exploratory committee has been formed and the view from my vantage point is extremely
encouraging. I welcome all congregants to consider involving themselves by contributing in
some way or manner to this journey's progress and success.
As I depart this position, I know that your 2017 vestry representatives of St Michael's are in
good stead going forward with the tasks at hand. With our Rector's accelerated retirement,
much work is on the agenda. 1 am always available to hear your thoughts and offer my help. My
wish is for blessings to all. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Donald Sheetz

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ATTENDANCE
Saint Michael & All Angels
Attendance Summary for 2016
Attendance (all services): 7,704
Sunday Eucharist

8 am: 1,348
9 am: 1,533
10 am: 3,385

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37

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All:

88

71

6,266

91

Other Services
Attendance #
Eucharist:
Peace Mass:
Healing Mass:
Morning Prayer:
Evening Prayer:
Compline:
Choral Evensong:
Tenebrae:
Stations of the Cross:
Great Vigil:
Pageant:
Others:

448

218
16
163
101
90
25
44
58
92
59

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13
3
2
1
3
2

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Special Days
All Services for:
Ash Wednesday:
Palm Sunday:
Maundy Thursday:
Good Friday:
Easter:
Pentecost:
Christmas:

Attendance
77
138
26
90
335
134
494

Friday, January 06,2017

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(for 15 year attendance trends please see printed report)

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Parish Statistics
Effective Date -12/31/2016
Families

- 178

Adults

- 265

Young Adults (16 & older)

- 32

Children (<16)

- 35

Married Couples

- 86

Newcomer Families

Associate-Member Families - 93
Associate-Members

- 146

Potential pledges

- 178

Total pledges made this year Actual current pledges

- 113

Contributing pledges

- 107

All contributing pledges

- 109

Contributors

- 133

All contributors

- 137

115

Institutions receiving 'For the Love of Mike' -

10

Advertisers in the 'For the Love of Mike'

11

Includes those who have left the parish

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PARISH SECRETARY/OFFICE MANAGER REPORT

Our Faithful Friday Folders
volunteer time and expertise to help prepare our numerous Worship Bulletins and the many
all parish and For the Love of Mike mailings sent out by the office. My grateful thanks to Peggy
Montgomery, Polly Benjamin, Julie Jenkins and her son Russ, and Marcia Cummins. (We lost
Russ this year after much illness, and we will always miss his smile and sunny disposition.)
Ruth Poole, Murry McClaren, and Sandra Alser, deserve thanks, too, for always standing by,
ready to help when needed. Sara Hyatt, Barbara Stewart*, and Sandy Montgomery are much
appreciated for their fine proofreading help with For the Love of Mike. (Proofreading is a rare
talent, and we are most fortunate to have several good ones available to call on when needed!)
Clyde Dodge is responsible for the beautiful two-page color photo spreads which appear on
occasion in For the Love of Mike. Thank you, Clyde. They add so much to our publication! And
thanks to Norris Battin, my co-editor who puts the paper together each month, and to Marcia
Last for her snail-mail help sending it to our home-bound parishioners and advertisers. Also,
many, many thanks to Peter Coppen for his never-ending work keeping our database in order
and up to date, and for the St. Mikes Picture Directories he produces four times a yearnow in
color!
Saint Michaels Campus and Facilities
continue to be popular and busy with a variety of activities, and as facilities manager I am
kept busy keeping track of and juggling activities in our various rooms and locations, and
keeping our parish calendar up-to-date. This year Saint Monicas Orthodox Christian Coptic
Church, which began holding their worship services here at Saint Michael & All Angels in
November 2015 contributed $17,820. Also, Rogers Gardens began using part of our parking lot
late last fall and has contributed $10,500. These two additions have brought an additional
$28,320 to our total facilities use receipts. Other donations for use were made by the following
groups and total $46,315.00, bringing our total donations for 2016 to $74,615.00:
Newport Lightning Basketball; Coach Jons Core Athletics; Whiz Kids Preschool
(meets 3-4 days weekly in Sunday School Rooms); Homenetmen (Basketball; Yoga
classes Wed. &. Frl. (Roberta Smith); 3 AA groups (Fri. evening, Womens Wed. a.m.,
Tues. p.m.; St. Mikes Monday Night Basketball; Spyglass Hill Homeowners Board
(monthly meetings); Senior Fit (weekly chair exercise); and Miscellaneous:
Misc. includes: 2 Hassett student piano recitals; Baroque Music Festival Monday,
night Concert; a Life Line Screening in AAC; All that Dance group rehearsals for
O.C Fair; Hutchins Consort bimonthly board meetings; Citizens Climate Control
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(environmental group) monthly meetings; Polling Place twice this year.); and Use
for ceremonies, weddings, funerals, and receptions.
Our Parking Lot is also used on occasion by Harbor Day School, Newport Center United
Methodist Church, Lincoln School, and Pacific View Cemetery for overflow parking. We also
permit Goodwill to have their very popular donation center in the corner of our parking lot.
MY THANKS, as always, to Peter Haynes*, Susan Caldwell, Ray Urwin, and Marybeth Waniek,
and to all the dear Saint Michaels Parishioners, who help make my work so interesting and
satisfactory.

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RECTORS ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2016

Sing the body old,
translucent,
cartilage giving way,
body getting closer to the earth ready for planting.
Sing the body frail, bent,
curved by winds which now
all blow in one direction.
Sing the mind translucent
like the skin
revealing gnarled memories.
Sing the beauty of the old ones' time,
where the present is selective,
the past sublime;
where the future holds all promise,
and holds the end of time.
Sing the beauty in the body old, a beauty the old
ones sometimes cannot see,
but all who love can sense: the beauty of the
weathering, the standing for:
the browned barn against green
summer fields.
(The Rev'd Dr.) Mark Harris [poetmarkl940@gmail.com], beloved friend and colleague
since seminary days, published "Sing the Body Old" in Plumbline, a journal of ministry
with higher education for which I wrote and he edited in the 1970s when we were both
in our 30s and in 1984 in Good Hope Poems. Now we are in our 70s and Mark has
been diagnosed with cancer and I with a litany of orthopedic challenges. For me, 2016
will be "the year I got old!"
When you read this I will be recovering from decompression of the cervical spine
(neck) surgery on January 26. I anticipate recovering well as I have from reverse right
shoulder replacement last October. There are at least three more surgeries I will need
before my body can be as strong as my spirit continues to be.
So, I intend to retire mid-2017. Ideally, we will celebrate the 50th birthday of our parish, Saint
Michael & All Angels, on the Birthday of the Church, Pentecost, June 4, at 9:00 a.m. and that will
be my last Sunday as your rector. Then for me, the balance of June will include cleaning out my
office after twenty-nine years and seven months and celebrating "Farewells!"
As I anticipate no longer doing full-time what I am confident I am meant to do on earth in this
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body-bound chapter of eternal life, God's great humor is crystal clear. Overall, for 44+ years of
ministry in Holy Orders, I have been able to support myself and family by doing what I love to
do, what gives me joy. And specifically, when I arrived in 1987 I was told that our first rector,
(The Rev'd) John Rogers Davis, retired at age 60 after leading this parish for almost twenty years
because of severe problems with his back. I responded impetuously, "Twenty years is too long,
I'll be here eight to twelve, and my body will be fine when I leave. Silly me!
Reflection on "successes" and "failures" will follow before Pentecost. I set only one goal when I
arrived; as you can read on page 14 of Saint Michael & All Angels Corona del Mar A Celebration
of Fifty Years,
"Within months, the rector spoke openly of wanting a 60/40 balance' in the parish expenditures'
budget - targeting 60 percent to support mission activities outside Saint Michael & All Angels and he found himself 'overjoyed' when this goal was adopted by the Vestry in 1988 and then by
the annual meeting.
However, the best we have done is "33-67," one-third of our parish's Program & Budget going
toward serving those who are not our own members. Some would say this is a "failure," but by
my sabbatical time in 1995 I realized my goal was unrealistic and said sc here. As always, I
continue to hope and pray that we will become more-and-more mission-minded.
As for "successes," I can honestly say that I have pastored, taught/preached and administrated
to the best of my ability, the limitations of which I am well-aware. In particular, I am proud to
have shared with our parishioners my friendships with Dr. Mark Miller, Rabbi Emeritus and
Senior Scholar of Temple Bat Yahm, and Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi, Imam at the Islamic Society of
Orange County. Friendships among children of Abraham & Sarah and Hagar seem to me to be
more critical than ever in this twenty-first century.
My "attitude of gratitude" continues for, as the great General Thanksgiving on page
836 of our Book of Common Prayer puts it,
"for the wonder of life, and for the mystery of love . . . for the blessing of family and friends,
and for the loving care which surrounds us on every side . . . for setting us at tasks which
demand our best efforts, and for leading us to accomplishments which satisfy and delight us
...(and) for those disappointments and failures that lead us to acknowledge our dependence on
you alone. Above all, we thank you for your Son Jesus Christ . . . "
Those who know me well will not be surprised that my attitude as I "sing the body old"
and prepare to retire is well-expressed in the most famous poem by my favorite Welsh
poet, Dylan Thomas, written for his father while he was in Florence with his family in
1947;
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
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Though wise men at their end know dark is right,

Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
And you, my father, there on the sad height.
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Yours, in Christ
Peter

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COMMUNICATION REPORT
The Communication Commission members are Norris Battin (chair), Peter Coppen,
Peter Haynes, Kati Nicholson, and Ruth Poole. Susan Beechner, Susan Caldwell, and
Frances Haynes support the commissions work.
Communication Strategy
We continue to work to improve the definitions of our communication objectives,
target audiences, messages, and media strategy so that we can communicate more
effectively with our limited resources. We would be grateful for parishioner
contributions to this effort. These definitions lead to more effective tactics (some
current ones listed below) which help the parish reach its goals. We hope to find a way
to survey the parish about its social media habits so that we can tailor our
communications to them. Again, volunteer help would be a blessing.
Communication Tactics
Print Advertising: Due to 2016 budget restrictions, print advertising was limited to
small ads in the Daily Pilot for Easter, Blessing of the Animals, and Christmas. We
expect to continue at this level in the foreseeable future.
Online Advertising: We discontinued advertising on YP.com (online description and
geographic location of SMAA), Google Ad Words, and Facebook boosts again
because of budget limitations. Kati Nicholson and Norris Battin contribute event
listings to Facebook throughout the year.
Weekly email: We continued weekly email detailing upcoming events in 2016,
some originating from Communication and some from Christian Education. Please
let Susan Beechner know of changes to your email addresses.
Banners: We purchased a new Vacation Bible School banner for 2016 and will
purchase another for the 2107 program. Banners have also been purchased for the
new sign at the corner of Marguerite and Pacific View.
Flyers: Clyde created and distributed flyers for the Blessing of the Animals, the
Christmas Walk in CdM, and Christmas worship. He distributed several hundred to
local hotels.
Love of Mike: Norris Battin and Susan Beechner edit the monthly parish newsletter
and Susan distributes it by email. It is also available through a link on our website and
on both Facebook pages. Printed copies are available in the church and on the reading
table in the parish hall.

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Website: Clyde maintains the new website. More volunteer help here would be
greatly appreciated. We feature the website www.stmikescdm.ladiocese.org in our
advertising and on our identity material. Excerpts from the parish history are linked on
the website, along with a link to order printed copies.
Church Computer Network: Peter Coppen continues to monitor and update the operating
system software on our church computers. He also maintains the database of our parish
membership, and is responsible for publishing the regular updates to the parish directory.
We are in the process of developing a computer upgrade plan to implement over the next
several years. A major system failure in December told us that we were not too late to
begin this work. Preliminary budget proposal for this work is $3200 in 2107.
Social Media Update:
Facebook pages
The Daily Mike: https://www.facebook.com/SMAAdailymike/timeline
This page reports news from the Diocese of Los Angeles, The Episcopal Church, The
Anglican Communion, Anglicanism, world religion, authors of note. It also offers online
daily worship usually two services from the Daily Office and Forward Day by Day.
https://www.facebook.com/SMAACDM
Lists and reports on parish activities and events.
SMAA Friends of Music https://www.facebook.com/SMAAFriendsofMusic/
For the Love of Mike (online, in color, with clickable links)
Use the Issuu app in the right column on either Facebook page.
Other sites
The Daily Mike online news http://paper.li/tomcranmer/1424190131#!headlines.
Subscribe for a daily update delivered to your email box.
The Parish website www.stmikescdm.ladiocese.org
SMAA Communications Dropbox link
The folder offers relevant (and some irrelevant) SMAA comms documents. Contact Norris
Battin for the link. I have prepared a Communication Wish List 2016-2019 and it is in this
folder. Headings are Objectives, Messages, Audiences, Projects, Information Technology,
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and Resources. Id appreciate your feedback and ideas. If youd like me to send you a copy,
please let me know by email nbattin@gmail.com.
Respectfully,
Norris Battin
Communications Commissioner

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2016 Ombudsman Top 10 List

Peter Haynes announced retirement.
Building Our Faith loan repayment.
Acquired a defibrillator in case of emergencies.
Revised the chart of recommended donations for parish facilities.
Reduced telecom expenses through elimination of lines that are no longer needed.
Successfully enrolled in GuideStar which allows non-profit registration in multiple online
programs.
7. Successfully enrolled in TechSoup, which provides discounted computers to non-profits.
8. Successfully enrolled in AmazonSmile purchasing program.
9. Hosted Deaneries 9 & 10 Lenten Retreat: February 2016
10. Participated in Canterbury Irvine 2016 Golf Tournament: October 2016
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And greetings from Canterbury Irvine

January 4. 2017
Dear Louise,
I would be grateful if you would assist me in conveying, as part of the ombudsman's
annual report, the gratitude of the Canterbury-lrvine board of directors to the parishioners of St
Michael's for the support they have provided our endeavors over the years. Canterbury Irvine,
the Episcopal chaplaincy at UC Irvine, is now more than fifty years old, almost as old as the
university campus itself and the same age as the Interfaith Center that was created at UCI in
1966. We are privileged to have been served by ten different chaplains since our founding, the
latest of 'whom - the Reverend Dr. Fennie Chang - has been our stalwart and inspiration since
2011. Indeed, I am delighted to tell you that Fennie is scheduled to preach here at St Michael's
at both services on Sunday, March 12.
Canterbury-lrvine, embodied in Fennie's presence and energy, offers UCI students
regular weekly services and activities grounded in our Anglican faith. We operate on a budget of
roughly 555,000 a year, of which roughly $39,000 is the core of Fennie's salary and is provided
by the Los Angeles diocese. We supplement this by raising approximately $8,000 a year
ourselves from our annual Canterbury Cup Golf Tournament and from a spring garden party at
one of our Orange County parishes. But to balance our budget we are very much dependent on
the financial generosity of Deaneries Nine and Ten and especially the donations of the individual
parish churches within these boundaries. Among these St Michael and All Angels has always
been a leader, and for this we thank and bless you.
This coming year may see a lot of changes in our chaplaincy, what with a new diocesan
bishop, probably a new location for the interfaith Center, and possibly the "graduation" of
Fennie to the rectorship of a church within our diocese. But we face the future unafraid of
newness and experimentation, since the message we convey, and the communication and
fellowship we sponsor, are things in which we are completely confident.
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With gratitude and good wishes,

Keith Nelson
Chair, Canterbury-lrvine Board of Directors

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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMISSION REPORT

Prepared by:
Susan Caldwell, Anne Conover, Kati Nicholson, Melinda Rader
Christian Education Mission:
Teach our parish church community about Gods love
Overview
Within our mission, we support adults in their spiritual journey, youth as they grow to
understand Christian living, and our youngest angels and children to experience Gods love in a
safe and caring environment. Our programs are crafted to these life stages and to integrate
community life. Our report presents the work, with much appreciation to the cooperating
Commissions that enrich and expand our SMAA Christian Education ministry.
Adult Christian Education Committee Members
Many thanks to those who donated their time and talents to Adult Christian Education ministry
this year, to those who served on the 2016 planning committee- The Reverend Canon Peter D.
Haynes, The Reverend Barbara Stewart PHD, Melinda Rader, Ruth Poole, Ann Morris, Barbara
Black, Sandi Ames, Shanel Ames, Beth Bianchi, Annemaria Ballin, Kathleen Peterson, Norris
Battin, and Susan Caldwell.
Adult Education
Highlights of Sundays at Nine have been continuing; The Great Courses DVD Series with The
Worlds Greatest Churches (Series commentator Professor William R. Cook), Melinda Rader and
Ruth Poole led the discussion time; a spring music series that opened our ears to the hymnal
(Dr. Ray Urwin, Minister of Music), the spirituality in popular youth music (Michael Boor), then
culminated in June with a Shalom Service by Rev. Norm Freeman and Katherine Cash. Our
popular summer travel series was again organized by Ruth Poole and featured motivational
presentations by parish travelers.
Dr. Phil Johnston kicked off our September gatherings with lessons about the early church. The
Reverend Barbara Stewart led the evening Bible Studys in Advent at the home of Myrna
Ireland. Sundays at Nine closed its year with the discussion of the Convention with delegates
Steve Dulson, Richard Zevnik, Lynn Headley, Murry McClaren, and Rebecca Welch present.
Monthly devotional reading was supported by publications from Forward Movement and the
tract review was written monthly by Ruth Poole in the For Love of Mike. Additional publications
can be found in the Tract Rack on the wall at the entrance to Michaels Room.

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Children and Youth Education

One of the wonderful ways St. Michael and All Angels Sunday School has grown is that all of the
children feel ownership of and at home in the Yellow and Green Rooms. A true St. Michael's
youth community has developed. The foundation of our weekly Christian Education for children
flourishes with our Godly Play Yellow Room (K-4th grade) and our Formation lessons Green
Room (5th-8th grade). We are blessed with dedicated parent and parish community members
who lead the weekly lessons. In the Yellow Room, Teachers/Helpers are Anne Conover, Marjie
Blevins, Kristy Kiper, Elizabeth Henry, Melinda Rader, Anne Warmington, Corinne Stover, and
Skylar Mineshima. Scheduling and curriculum are organized by Anne Conover. Teens participate
bi-monthly in Journey to Adulthood (J2A). Kati Nicholson is our Youth Group Leader and Ali
Haghjoo is the assistant. Youth Acolytes are trained by Anna Lisa Stonehill and the scheduling by
Susan Caldwell. Youth Acolytes assist in worship at the 8:00 and 10:00 services.
During the summer, four Friday nights in July, Vacation Bible School (VBS) returned with the
theme Journey with the Saints on Pilgrimage" and dedicated one evening to reach out
ecumenically to the Coptic Christians on our campus, with our voyage" to Alexandria, Egypt.
July 8 2016, marked the fifth year of our Vacation Bible School series, Journey with the Saints".
It was a great time to celebrate a landmark year on the Camino Santiago de Compostello. Our
theme was pilgrimage. The places of destination this year were Santiago, Spain; Assisi, Italy;
Alexandria, Egypt; and Paris, France. Murry McClaren dutifully registered the youngsters and
handed out T-shirts. Barbara Black led the singing and worship time. Susan Caldwell led the
teaching time with a host of help from Elizabeth Henry, Evans Henry, Amany Fafla, Anna Simone
Soliman, Emily Faller, Julie Sheffield, Rebecca Welch, the Reverend Barbara Stewart, Matthew
Kiper, Michael Kiper, Stacie Tibbetts, Katherine Cash, Darryl Stevens, Dale Woolley, Pat Albers.
Clyde Dodge took the VBS pictures and made a great photo spread for the For Love of Mike.
Anne Conover and the VBS children ventured forth on pilgrimage to discover the wonders of the
Saint Michaels parish landscape standing in for our Mediterranean destinations. Food
preparation and donations were made by Louise Stover, Corinne Stover, Barbara and Wally
Paulson, Esther McNamee, Murry McClaren, Matt and Danielle Shaw, Claire and Brad Wheatley,
Myrna Ireland, Julie and Julia Jenkins. A great time was had by all!
The Nicholson family returned to Camp Stevens in Julian for summer camp.
Our littlest angels continue to be faithfully cared for in our nursery by two trained and loving
caregivers, Jenna Sickles and Megan Jensen. Throughout the year, the preschool age children
are watched by Jenna Sickles, Megan Jensen, Rachel Blevins- Boor, Caddie Annerl, and Grace
Vandervort.
J2A - This year in the Youth Group, we kicked off the school year in September with some new
approaches. Continuing to focus on making the J2A room a space where
Kati Nicholson or Ali Haghjoo not only introduce a topic, but encourage and give opportunity for
our teens to take the lead in sharing their thoughts, ideas, and actively contribute to the
conversation. We invite discussion on timely topics (relevant items in the news) or those that
are of interest to this age group, like discussing how music helps us reflect upon or express our
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thoughts and feelings or to get through tough times. This year we are also trying another way to
extend the conversation outside of our 30- minutes every second and fourth Sunday. Through a
mobile application called Slack, we are able to introduce a topic to the group BEFORE Sunday so
they have time to reflect. This mobile app is specifically designed for 'team-working' within a
business environment - so it is secure and our J2A discussion group is closed to our members
only.
Finally, we would like to thank all the J2A and Youth Group Families who supported our SOS
Adopted Family for Christmas! We went above and beyond in helping our family of 5 have a
Fantastic Christmas - with presents that included a bicycle for a 12-year-old boy, warm clothes
for a 15 month old girl, and enough Legos to keep a 10 year old boy busy for the whole holiday!
The parents requested and received warm blankets, bedding, and towels for the whole family!
Extras included groceries, toys, gingerbread kits, and books, including The Story of Christmas.
Gift Cards for movie tickets, ice cream and Target filled the family stockings as well. Funds from
the Youth Table at the Alternative Gift Fair made it possible for our group to afford big ticket
items like the bicycle and a grocery gift card. Thank you to youth Imogen Kirsch for all her hard
work at the Alternative Gift Fair. Next year we hope to expand on the success of the Youth Table
with more hand-made crafts and gifts which we will work on throughout the year!
Small Groups
Small groups are at the heart of our Christian Education/Fellowship. They are great
opportunities to get to know other members of our community. These groups welcome and
encourage new members or visitors. Try a group that is new to you!
The Bible Challenge:
A reading and discussion group that began by reading the Bible Challenge. Other readings in
2016: Walking Home, From Eden to Emmaus; The Bible Challenge: Journey with John.
Women's Fellowship
These gatherings offer fellowship and conversation on many different topics; ranging from
Church Next, TED Talks, to spirituality and prayer. It was generously held the last Tuesday of
each month in the home of Beth and Norm Bianchi.
Mens Group
This long-standing group meets each Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. in the Davis Library. All men
are invited to read the current book selection and participate in fellowship and discussion. A
few of the book titles for this year have included: Zealot by Reza Aslan, and A.N. Wilsons,
The Book of the People: How to Read the Bible.

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Inklings
Started in 2015, this group meets on the third Thursday of the month in the Davis Library at
9:30 a.m. to read and discuss the works of C. S. Lewis. Susan Caldwell leads the conversation
and this year we focused on the devotional study Praying with C.S. Lewis by Charles C.
Taliaferro.
Liturgical Feast Days
Celebrating feast days, the annual church calendar, and historic Christian events connect our
Saint Michael and All Angels parish community to Christians across time. The parish community
of all ages join one another as Christian Education Commission joins Fellowship, Evangelism,
Worship, Mission Commissions, and our Music Ministry to bring our faith to life.
Youth Choir
Children practiced twice a month before Sunday School to prepare for choral presentations on
special occasions and/or feast days. The Youth Choir sang a Czech Christmas song at the
Pageant, titled Hydom, Hydom. Youth Choir is directed by Dr. Ray Urwin and assisted by
Barbara Black.
Shrove Tuesday
Following a Shrove Tuesday story in the Godly Play style, the children packed a Lenten picnic
basket with clay foods they had been working on in the preceding weeks. Members of the
congregation of all ages gathered for a traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake dinner in All Angels
Court. Susan Caldwell organized games such as pancake toss and pancake races. Beth Bianchi
closed the evening with her compelling recitation on flannel board of Saint Michaels Pancake
Man, complete with Reverend Haynes, Susan Caldwell, Reverend Barbara Stewart, and parish
bunnies.
Palm Sunday
Children brought noise makers and joined the congregation in procession proclaiming Hosanna
in the Highest! Blessed is He Who Comes in the Name of Lord!
Lenten Suppers Wednesdays
Adult Christian Education coordinated the dinners given by Choir, Senior Ministry, Womens
Fellowship, the Mens Group, Vestry, and Christian Education. The weekly
program centered on Holy Week and the meaning of our Easter worship. Leaders included Anne
and Steve Morris, Ruth Poole and Melinda Rader, Darryl Stevens, Susan Caldwell, Cliff Corbet.

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Stations of the Cross for Families

A child centered and family appropriate drama of Christ's passion was presented by costumed
adult parish members on Good Friday. Susan Caldwell led the readings. Station of the Cross
actors and actresses were Myma Ireland as Pontius Pilate, Murry McClaren/Barabbas, Lynne
Ruedy/King Herod, Maria Cummins/Mary, Simon the Farmer/Sy Black, Melinda Rader/Veronica,
Anne Conover/Caiaphas, Barbara Black/The Woman with the Bread, Wally Paulson/Criminal,
John Ireland/Dismas the Thief, Skylar Mineshima/Mary Magdalen, Annemaria Ballin/Salome,
Dale Woolley/Nicodemus.
Baptism
Children and adults were prepared for baptism by The Very Reverend Canon Peter D. Haynes
during a Feast Day. The most dramatic is during the Great Vigil of Easter.
Easter
Easter Sunday School lessons were followed by a delightful and glorious Easter Egg Festival in
the parish garden and grounds. Children of all ages searched for eggs donated and hidden by
Skylar Mineshima along with assistance from older children.
Youth Sunday
Recognized the culmination of the active Sunday School year as Sunday School students took on
all of the lay roles usually held by adults: Readings, prayers of the people, choir, offering. High
Schooler, Ries Fader was the homilist.
Summer Sunday School
We gave our dedicated teachers a break and took a new approach to Summer Sunday School
with art and music lessons. Uniting lessons with the theme All Things Bright and Beautiful,
Barbara Black led singing and Melinda Rader led art lessons. The teachers were supported by
Rachel Blevins and Caddie Annerl. Student art was then used for greeting cards that were sold
at the Alternative Gift Fair and supported our Mission fund.
Confirmation
The Youth Confirmand, Kai Arellano was prepared by Susan Caldwell and his mentor was
Rebecca Welch. In August, 2016, Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce was present to pray and laid hands
on both our Youth and Adult Confirmands. Adult Confirmands were Dale Woolsey, Anne
Conover, Kathleen Peterson, Ben Blevins Boor and Michael Boor.

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Saint Michael's Day

The annual celebration of our patron saint became a joyful Fall fair and Mexican Fiesta provided
by Friends of Music, who also hired the Balloon Man to entertain the children with his
incredible balloon creations.
Saint Francis and Clare Day
The Blessing of the Animals has been a focal point each Fall and part of our energetic approach
to launch into the last weeks of the Christian calendar AND the re-formation of our fall program
after a summer vacation. It brought out neighbors, friends, and pets for a blessing as part of
Gods creation.
Cavalcade of Saints
We celebrated those who have come before us in the Faith the Sunday before All Saints Day
with the children representing Saints in appropriate dress including props. The participants
processed into the Sanctuary where they were individually interviewed by Susan Caldwell for
the edification of the congregation. Saint Michaels littlest saints included: Xander Annerl, Lily
Biddulph, Ally Shaw, Katherine Shaw, Olivia Shaw,
Charles Warmington, Andrews Warmington, Chapman Warmington, Evans Henry Imogen Kirsch,
Zuri Agren, and Amari Agren.
Praying our Goodbyes
In 2016 Adult Christian Education contributed to this deeply meaningful Sunday
commemoration of All Saints Day by adding a candle lighting ceremony, enabling all attendees
to become active participants in the service. Dr. Ray Urwin was the homilist. Lynne Reudy, Ruth
Poole, and Susan Caldwell assisted with readings. The Saint Michael and All Angels Choir hosted
the music.
Advent Wreaths
The Sunday School children and youth assembled Advent wreaths with fresh greens and candles
to take home for their families observation of Advent. Advent calendars were also distributed.
Christian Education also coordinated the families who lit the sanctuary wreath each week at our
10:00 service.
SOS Family Christmas
As individuals brought gifts to bring Christmas to a family in need. Our J2A group sponsored an
entire family and wrapped gifts to take to them for Christmas.

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Childrens Christmas Pageant

The children and youth took us on our annual Journey to Bethlehem with the story of The First
Christmas on the Sunday afternoon before Christmas, December 18. The cast included:
Matthew Poska as the Narrator; Evans Henry as Joseph; Imogen Kirsch
as Mary, the mother of Jesus; Lily Biddulph as the Angel Gabriel; Ally Shaw as The Star of
Bethlehem; Michael Kiper and Taite Nicholson as Innkeepers; Matthew Kiper, Chapman
Warmington, Tess Nicholson as The Prophets and The Magi; Katherine Shaw, Olivia Shaw, Amari
Agren as the Heavenly Host of Angels; Xander Annerf, Andrews Warmington, Zuri Agren as the
Shepherds. Charlotte Nicholson as Baby Jesus. Anne Conover directed the Pageant. Dr. Ray
Urwin directed and accompanied all the music. All the families were instrumental in assisting in
the production and encouraging the commitment and participation of every child involved,
including the children who experienced the pageant in Sunday School rehearsals as well as the
children who performed in the pageant on December 18. As Anne Conover said,
When our children tell the story each year, taking a new role in the birth of Jesus, the truth of
the story becomes part of who they are.
Expanding Program - Preschool
For several years forming an Episcopal preschool at Saint Michael and All Angels has been under
discussion. With a generous gift from Ray and Monty Pentz, it is now becoming a reality. In
2016, the Vestry approved the formation of a Board to develop a school for 2 - 6-year-old
children. In December, we applied for a license from the State of California and the Vestry
approved a budget of $35,000 from our parish endowment to refresh and furnish classrooms to
meet Social Service requirements for the license. Development of curriculum will continue this
year with the goal of enrolling our first students in September 2017.
Susan Caldwell, Director of Christian Education Melinda Rader, Christian Education Vestry Anne
Conover, Sunday School Leader Kati Nicholson, Youth Lead

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EVANGELISM REPORT
A big thank you to all hosts/greeters for all that you do each Sunday. This is a commitment and
you all do a great job making sure that everyone feels welcome. Thank you.
We had a very positive response to the information cards that were inserted in the Easter
bulletins. I plan on doing the same for Easter 2017.
A new event in 2016 was the first annual Garden Walk" which was held on Sunday afternoon,
June 12th. Thank you to the fabulous Welcome Committee who helped organize this fun,
neighborhood event. The committee provided delicious cookies and homemade lemonade.
Celtic music provided by four musicians including SMAA parishioners, Steve and Michele Dulson,
was a wonderful addition to the day. Melinda Rader played a huge role in making this event
such a success! Melinda created the banners, flyers and the very informative guided tour of the
garden. I hope we can have another Garden Walk in 2017!
On December 4, 2016, we sang Christmas carols at the 38th annual Corona del Mar Christmas
Walk. We had a great turn out this year and it was a wonderful experience for all ages!
The children had fun handing out candy canes and flyers detailing SMAA's Christmas schedule.
We have a great spot in front of Sherman Library and Gardens and I look forward to even
greater participation next year.
If you need a nametag or you have a lost or broken one, please leave a note on the nametag
stand and I will order a replacement for you.
Thank you ALL for making Saint Michael & All Angels a warm and welcome place for people to
visit and worship. If you would like to be included in the host/greeter rotation, please let me
know.
All my best,
Anne Warmington
Evangelism Commission

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MISSION COMISSION REPORT

The task of the Mission Commission is to help us witness to God's love and compassion for the
world and those in it. This takes place in a variety of settings, some of which are described
below. We encourage you to participate both in these projects and in those ways you see in the
church and the world.
Adopt a Family
This year we worked with SOS to adopt three families at Christmas. Our youth provided the gifts
for one of the families; the parish, the other two. A wonderful spirit of giving was shown in
providing, wrapping, and delivering the gifts.
Alternative Gift Market
The Alternative Gift Market on November 13, with a follow-up day on November 20, was a
wonderful opportunity for fellowship, shopping, and the support of various ministries - a great
combination!
Those participating in the Market included African Team Ministries, the Free Wheelchair
Mission, Heifer Project, the Labyrinth at St. Michael's, Loaves and Fishes, SERRV, Courtney
Falde, Zatoun and the Folk-Art Mavens, St. Michael's Teens, St. Michael's Garden, and Michael's
Market, where homemade gifts from parish members were sold. A total of $7311.39 was raised
and distributed. Thank you to all who helped prepare materials, set up and staff the tables, and
collect money.
Canterbury Irvine
St. Michael's continues its close relationship and financial support for Canterbury Irvine, the
Episcopal ministry at the University of California Irvine.
Compass Rose Society
St. Michael and All Angels is a parish member of the Anglican Communion Compass Rose
Society, an international mission organization. Parishioner and Vestry Member Norris Battin is a
member of its board of directors, responsible for the Society's communication activities. The
Society meets annually in London. A Compass Rose Society visit to a diocese in the wider
Communion or a study trip to an Anglican heritage location usually follows the meeting. The
Society supports the work of the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Anglican Communion.
Founded in 1994, the Society has become an important financial resource to the Communion
and a valuable voice in communicating news of the work which maintains and improves unity in
the Communion. Since its inception, the Society has contributed more than $8.5 million to
support the Communion. Its 300+ members come from 11 countries and are comprised of
individuals, parishes, chapters, and dioceses.
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Loaves and Fishes

This Santa Ana based organization continues to support individuals and families in need. Each
month, based on the needs of the organization, a different item is highlighted for us to
contribute. Among the items, we have contributed are socks, toiletries, cereal, coffee, rice and
beans, and school supplies, as well as financial support.
Share Ourselves
SOS, located in Costa Mesa, offers healthcare, pharmacy services, dental care, social and clinical
case management, and food to those in need. The money collected on Souper Bowl Sunday was
sent to SOS, as well as part of the Mission Commission budget and Alternative Gift Market
proceeds.
Theological Education
A resolution passed by the General Convention of our Episcopal Church guides congregations to
designate 1% of their current program budget for theological education. In 2016, money was
sent to the Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley, CA.
United Thank Offering
The United Thank Offering is generously supported in our Spring and Fall ingatherings.
Information about the projects supported by UTO is available in booklets in Michael's Room.
Remember: every day is a day of thanksgiving!

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WORSHIP COMISSION REPORT

Your 2016 Worship Commission was attended by leaders (recruiters/ trainers/schedulers) of its
constituent groups: Sue Ahearn, Louise Stover and Cathy Dunlap (Altar Guild), Myrna Ireland
(Lay Eucharistic Ministers, Subdeacons, Readers/Lectors and Litanists), Jim Headley and Clyde
Dodge (Ushers) , Susan Caldwell (Acolytes, and Christian Education/Sunday School/Youth), Ray
Urwin (Music), Norris Battin and Lynne Ruedy ("Praying Our Goodbyes") Lynn Headley and The
Very Rev'd Canon Peter Haynes (Chair).
Cur Acolytes included: William Akerblom, Ben Blevins-Boor, Marco Caldarone, Craig Kennedy,
Evans Henry, Matthew Kiper, Michael Kiper, Karlene Miller, Matthew Valentine-Poska, Colette
Spence, Darryl Stevens, Anna-Lisa Stonehill, Stacie Tibbetts and Charles Warmington.
Our Altar Guild included: Sue Ahearn, Louise Stover, Cathy Dunlap, Frances Fukuda, Sherry Crail,
Jackie Dodd, Gail Hagnjoo, Peter Haynes, Myrna & John Ireland, Julie Jenkins, Esther McNamee,
Gloria Oakes, Jim & Carole Levale Palda, Barbara & Wally Paulson, Melinda Rader, Wendy Salter,
Verda & Dick Schroeder, Darryl & Deb Stevens, Stacie Tibbets, and Clare & Brad Wheatley.
Our Ushers included: Jim Headley, Cat and Xander Annerl, Norris Battin, Norm Bianchi, Laird
Blue, Susan Brown, Clyde Dodge, Steve Dulson, Russ Hardt, Bryant Henry, John Hollern, John
Ireland, Jack Keating, Peggy Maradudin, Jim Palda, Ray Pentz, Mark Peterson, Ally Shaw, Don
Sheetz, and Bob Wolfe.
Our lectors/layreaders/litanists included Myrna Ireland*, Sandi Ames*, Norris Battin*, Beth
Bianchi, Barbara Black*, Judy Brady, Susan Brown, Susan Caldwell*, Anne Conover, Cliff
Corbet**, Sherry Crail*, Jackie Dodd*, Clyde Dodge*, Jill Draffin*, Michele Dulson, Steve
Dulson*, Emily Faller, Jan Faller, Lynn Headley*, Elizabeth Henry*, Julie Jenkins*, Craig
Kennedy*, Kristy Kipper*, Peggy Maradudin*, Karlene Miller*, Ann Morris**, Steve Morris**,
Keith Nelson, Kaci Mowat Nicholson*, Jim Palda*, Kathleen Peterson**, Mark Peterson, Ruth
Poole*, Jennifer Pulford*, Melinda Rader*, Lynne Ruedy, Don Sheetz, Colette Spence*, Darryl
Stevens**, Ccrinne Stover*, Louise Stover*, John Strong*, Ray Urwin, Ann Warmington*, Chace
Warmington, and Richard Zevnik**.
* denotes licensed Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs) ** denotes subdeacons
We welcome more and more parishioners to become worship leaders: acolytes Altar Guilders,
ushers, readers/lectors/litanists/Lay Ministers/subdeacons
In 2016 there were one hundred and four public celebrations of the Holy Eucharist on Saturday
evenings and Sundays and sixty-two on weekdays; there were fifty-five private offerings of Holy
Communion/Eucharist. There were thirty Daily offices held on Sundays and forty-nine held on
weekdays.
We celebrated Holy Baptism with Lily Anne Palazzola, London Winter Brian Story, and Hunter
August Epple. On August 14 Susan Caldwell presented, and The Right Reverend Diane Jardine
Bruce confirmed: Kai Noah Arellano, Benjamin Reese Blevins-Boor, Peter Michael Boor, Anne
Marie Conover, Kathleen Anne Peterson and Dale Carson Woolley.
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We celebrated the marriages of Bradley Hughson Stone & Jessica Nicole Milner, Erica Deane
Berge Thomas & Joshua Douglas Bates, Michael James McDonald & Lynda Kay Olsen, and Susan
Kuhs Brown & Frank Dawson Bean.
We celebrated the lives of, and buried: Joseph Augustus Benjamin, Richard Horatio Lemmon,
Lillian Rickenbaugh Lumpkin, Charles (Chuck) Rudoloph Spence, Albert (Tim) Magloire De La
Plante, and Frances Irene Fukuda.
Thanks to Louise Stover and Susan Beechner, we continue to appreciate weekly forms for
"Prayers of the People" during Sunday morning worship. All worshipers are encouraged to add
thanksgivings and petitions thereby enriching and revitalizing our corporate life in prayer, an
"attitude' of gratitude." 'On Pentecost, May 15th, we prayed "Our Father. . ." - "Padre Nuestro"
in many languages. Once again, we had many balloons which seems to all to be rightly uplifting
on Holy Spirit Day.
On June 5th, we celebrated our second U2charist with the songs of U2 performed by The Joshua
Tree, this time on a Sunday morning in our sanctuary. That 'afternoon Friends of Music brought
us Jazz Vespers with music provided by (The Rev'd) Norm Freeman and his quartet. We are
looking forward towards making the first Sunday in June a regular occasion to present special
worship with unusual musical accompaniment.
We very successfully celebrated one Sunday Eucharist at 9:00 a.m. from May 29th (Memorial
Day weekend) through September 4th (Labor Day weekend).
Our "Blessing of the Animals" honoring Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi on the first Sunday in
October is always wonderful. We seem to see more and more neighbors; so in addition to giving
them a medal for the collar of their dog or cat and we handed them a gentle invitation created
by Clyde Dodge. for visitors on such special occasions inviting them to become more involved
with our faith community.
On Sunday afternoon on November 6 when we celebrated All Saints/Souls, we offered our 17th
annual "Praying Out Goodbyes" worship service to remember those we love but see no longer
in anticipation of the coming holiday season which is often difficult for those remembering
happier times
In 2016, our Worship Commission spent $20,538.06 on music and choir, organ repair and piano
tuning; this included our section leaders, instrumentalists on special occasions, substitute
organists and soloists, copyright licenses and memberships in musical associations and
organizations. $1,955.06
was spent on worship bulletin covers and lectionary inserts, palm crosses, liturgical calendars,
liturgical bread and wine, and gifts such as Books of Common Prayer and New Revised Standard
Version Bibles for candidates for baptism, confirmation and reception as well as to other
parishioners.
This Commission's responsibilities include the ritual, ceremony, and liturgical choreography of
this Parish Church. An established schedule of worship opportunities is augmented for festivals.
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This Christian community gives primary importance to our opportunities for worship which
continue to be the central focus of our life together in Christ. Thanks be to God!
Respectfully submitted,
The Very Rev'd Canon Peter D. Haynes
Rector/Senior Pastor

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MUSIC REPORT
Dr. Ray Urwin, Minister of Music
As I write this it is just a few days past the third anniversary of my coming to St. Michael's as
your Minister of Music. It has been a great ride, and I very much appreciate your compliments
to me!
St Michaels Parish Choir
Our Parish Choir more often than not gives an excellent rendition of the music we sing, both
choral and congregational. I try to select a variety of quality music for us. But, however
competent I might be, there is only one of me, and I can't be a choir - so our hard-working and
persevering choir members deserve much credit for enhancing our outstanding music program
at St. Michael's.
I find it difficult to single out outstanding occasions, but last year they included Holy Week and
Easter, St. Michael's Day, the Praying our Goodbyes service in November, the Advent Lessons
and Music service in December, and the Gift of Music on Christmas Eve.
After a beautiful Lenten Evensong with music by Heinrich Schiitz, Gerald Near, and the Tudor
composer William Mundy, we had inspiring and glorious services last Holy Week. It was my
privilege and honor to serve as the narrator for the Passion Sunday Gospel reading, as I will this
year. Among the other beautiful services that week, we had a glorious celebration on Easter
Day, with a full brass quartet. Our main offering that day was a piece by Gwyneth Walker (b.
1947), an outstanding American composer. Yes, women do write music! It's just not heard
enough, and I'm working on that...
In September, we had our usual St. Michael's Day festivities, combined with our Friends of
Music fundraiser. Carver Cossey joined us for rousing choral and group singing. The post-service
party showcased the talents of Mr. Cossey, our section leaders, parishioners Michele and Steve
Dulson, and others. We had a rousing good time, and I noticed that few were in any hurry to
leave!
Our Praying Our Goodbyes service took a distinctly different direction last year. Susan Caldwell
and I spent much time and worked very hard to enhance this service. The readings last year had
a multicultural bent, including short narratives of Native American, Jewish, Asian, and African
concepts about saying farewell to those who have died. The service included prayers from the
outstanding New Zealand Prayer Book, music by St.-Saens and others, and an opportunity to
light candles in memory of loved ones who have passed. And I made my St. Michael's debut as a
homilist We received many compliments for this service, the first offering last fall from our
Friends of Music.
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Our Advent Lessons and Carols service was equally outstanding and inspiring, with music by
contemporary composers Daniel Gawthrop, Dale Jergensen (a local composer), and Thomas
Keesecker, as well as more traditional composers such as Orlando di Lasso, Jakob Handl, and
Peter Warlock.
And our Christmas Eve services, enhanced by a string quartet, were excellent, with Gift of Music
and service offerings by Mozart, Praetorius, Rameau, Gunther Raphael, Bach, and a
Huron/Canadian carol I arranged. Our Parish Choir was especially outstanding at this service.
Youth Choir
Finding a convenient rehearsal time and day for this group has been a perennial issue for
several years and through the tenure of several music directors. Last year we concluded that the
best time is on selected Sunday mornings, when the children are already here (rather than a
weekday), and I believe we have found the best solution to the scheduling issue. Almost a dozen
children sang during the 2016 Christmas pageant service. I found a YouTube video of the piece I
selected for the service (a Czech carol), it was emailed to the parents, and if you were there
December 18th you heard them belt it out! In 2015 several people told me that it was the best
children's group we've had in many years, but it was even better last year. We will be continuing
to rehearse on selected Sundays during the year, and singing during occasional services.
I think education is one of the most essential things a parish does, and to this end part of most
Youth Choir rehearsals include the rudiments of both music and vocabulary reading.
Adult Education
In 20151 visited the Adult Education Sundays at 9:00 group, giving a presentation on our
hymnal. My spring plans with this lively and interesting group include a crash course in basic
music reading, and a tour of the organ console.
Ideas for this year
I would very much like to do a "general" Evensong service (i. e. not tied to Advent or Lent)
sometime this year - maybe this spring or next fall. I also want to make more use of the
handbells and explore using solo instruments with both choirs and congregation. We are also
exploring a service based on the "O"
Antiphons of Advent, and perhaps a Lenten Lessons and Carols service. Stay tuned!
Other ideas:
Occasional instrumental and/or vocal music during the summer, more vocal chamber music (i.e.
duets, trios, quartets, with our outstanding section leaders.
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Wish List
If I could wish one thing, it would be for more of you to come out for our "special" services, i.e.
those not on Sunday mornings: Praying our Goodbyes, Advent Lessons and Carols, and Lenten
Evensongs. They are not long, and very inspiring. Evensong, for example, a beautiful service,
thought by many to be to crowning glory of the Anglican liturgical tradition, with much Anglican
music composed for this specific service. We work very hard to put these beautiful services
together, and I would very much like to see more attend and be inspired by them.
I thank Peter/ the staff, the choir members and parents, and you the congregation for making
my ministry such a pleasure. I have seldom had a congregation which sings so vigorously - even
on new and less familiar music! It is a pleasure and privilege to lead all of you - choirs and
congregation - in glorifying God!
Onward!
Ray W. Urwin, Minister of Music

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ALTAR GUILD REPORT

The Altar Guild is a ministry that contributes to the beauty and harmony of our worship
experience. The Altar Guild is responsible for assisting the clergy in setting the physical
environment for worship. The Altar Guild (and Flower Guild) provides and prepares altar linens,
candles, flowers, Eucharistic vessels, vestments and sacramental supplies for worship at all
services, including weddings, baptisms, celebrations of life, etc. The Altar Guild membership
serves on a year-round basis with special attention and time given to the celebrations of
Christmas, Holy Week and Easter.
At Saint Michael & All Angels, our altar guild membership is divided into four regular worship
teams (ideally consisting of at least 2 members each), each of which is responsible for setting
the altar for regular worship service once each month. Each team participates in a preparation
session, followed by either an 8 a.m. or 10:00 a.m, altar set - up and clean-up on Sunday. The
teams all work under the supervision of the clergy and the Director of the Altar Guild, who is
chosen to serve for a three-year term.
The Altar Guild is currently under the direction of Sue Ahearn, Cathy Dunlap and Louise
Stover.
The Flower Guild recently lost our dear Frances Fukuda who provided her inestimable talent to
Saint Michaels as well as leadership and training to the flower guild parishioners who served
over the years.
She had planned to retire this year and had selected Gail Haghjoo to lead the guild. Gail held a
welcome meeting on January 14th and 3 members have joined.
This brings the team up to 6 members for the new year. The guild is excited to provide the
beauty of flowers and plants to enhance our worship experience.
Flower Guild welcomes all to join and work with the current members to prepare flowers once a
month.
We are now' in our third year with most services understaffed. The Rector reached out to the
parishioners to ask for volunteers for the Altar Guild. Unfortunately, his recruitment did not
yield any new members. The membership; although lean, is committed, supportive and very
friendly to all. We invite men and women of all ages to prayerfully consider joining this worship
ministry. We provide ongoing training and support. You will always have another member to
help guide you. We assure you it is very rewarding and well-suited to all parishioners and is
completely "do-able" in everyone's schedule. Even if you only have time for the once a month
weekend set-up or after service clean-up, w'e desperately need you and will appreciate your gift
of time and care. There are many different commitment levels, including the following options:
#1. Wednesday Healing Eucharist - the service is set up by the Sunday team. Ideally, an Altar
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Guild member assists the Rector in this quiet and reflective service from 12p - 12:30 pm (this is
a wonderful opportunity to serve if you have limited time on the weekends).
#2: 800 a.m. Sunday
-Arrive at 7:30 a.m. - set out Eucharistic elements for worship.
-Clean up after service and set out Eucharistic elements for 10:00 a.m. worship.
-Set up on Friday afternoon or Saturday after the Coptic services, restock candles, etc.
(approx. 1/2-1 hour)
#3: 10:00 a.m. Sunday
-Arrive by 9:40 a.m. - attend to any last-minute set-up needs-Clean up after service and
set out Eucharistic elements for Wednesday Healing Eucharist (approx. 1/2-1 hour)
#4-AG-Lite" Option
Clean up after 10:00 a.m., service and set up for Wednesday service (sometimes this
takes no more than 15-minutes and there's still time for coffee!)
If you are visiting the area for a season and would like to help out during your stay in
Orange County, we would love to have you join us

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STEWARDSHIP REPORT
(2017 Stewardship Campaign - "Living Generously"
The 2017 Stewardship campaign was based on The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS)
program - "Living Generously" program. The formal Stewardship Campaign kicked off on
October 2 running 6 weeks, culminating on November 6th.
Below are the figures of pledges received for 2017 vs 2016.
While total pledge numbers are down, the average pledge received is higher than 2016 as
families are increasing pledges year over year.
For Year 201S:

For Year 2016:

111 pledges; Total:

$335,485.00

98 pledges; Total:

$297,409.00

Pledge per unit:

$3,022.38

Pledge per unit:

$3,034.79

Changes: 2016 to 2017

Totals change:

($38,076.00)

Change in pledge/unit:

$251.84

Change in # of pledges:

>13

Continued efforts are being made to increase the total participation prior to the annual
meeting, as there are several active families that fulfilled pledges in 2016 who have yet to
commit for 2017.
State of Stewardship
The dedication of the core of our parish is strong as I have witnessed in the last three years as
your stewardship commissioner. Many people give tirelessly of their time and money. In each
year, we have seen the average pledge per family increase, a strong dedication to the efforts to
keep the parish strong. Unfortunately, we have seen loss over the last three years. The parish
lost two pledgers in the last month of the year who combined for $22,000 of pledges for 2016
(and had intended to pledge the same for 2017). This loss is a reminder that we need to
continue to grow the membership of the church to ensure the long-term stability of our
operation. On the positive side, we had eight families pledge in 2017 who didn't pledge in 2016.
While not uncommon, the 5 largest givers in the church comprise 25% of all pledge income and
growing the base will enable us to continue to grow the programs and maintain the campus in a
manner that we are all proud of.
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FINANCE REPORT
We have had a good year! We paid off the Building our Faith loan in full, and plans for our
Pre- School are going forward. And, we ended the year in the black!
Our year income was $511,215 and our expenses were $499,374. This left a surplus of over
$10,000.
The Pledge income was $340,844 which very close to being what we had in the 2016 Budget.
Thank you all who got your pledges in by the end of the year.
The Plate income (including Christmas/Easter/Thanksgiving) and the Non-Pledge income came
to a total of $128,224.
We still have the Verizon Lease which gave us $21,739. The Parish Center Donations from the
groups who use are facility came to a total of $74,565.
Please note that we are able to raise the amount for Mission Share Fund to the Diocese to
$40,000.
I want to thank my loyal and wise Finance Committee. They have been a wonderful support to
me for tbe past three years. I also want to thank all of you parishioners who have come up with
funds, as needed. It has been a pleasure for me to serve you.
I have a plea! Please consider being a Teller to count the money after the 10:00 service. We are
always in need of helpers. You can leave your name in the office
Julie Jenkins, Finance Chairman

PLEASE SEE PRINTED REPORT FOR 2017 BUDGET

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2017 Vestry Election Ballot

Option A Block Vote

"I vote for the slate of candidates as presented. []

Option B Voting by Candidate

Beth Bianchi

3 year term

Larry Casey

3 year term

Clyde Dodge

2 year term

Craig Kennedy

2 year term

Murry McClaren

3 year term

Kati Nicholson

3 year term

Mark Peterson

3 year term

Stacie

3 year term

Tibbetts

7 year term

Delegates to Diocesan Convention

Steve Dulson
Lynn Headley
Hurry McClaren
Richard Zevnik

Alternates
Norris Battin
Lynne Ruedy
Rebecca Welch

[ __________

Representative to Deanery Ten

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Rebecca Welch