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Finding Online Connection During Social Distancing

Finding Online Connection

Social distancing doesn't necessitate a lack of communication with friends and loved ones. Far from it! It's important to have a shoulder to lean on during these trying times, and maybe that individual or group of people isn't in your household. Even if you're less tech-savvy, there are many opportunities to reach out online to an old friend, a neighbor, or an extended family member who lives somewhere else. Below, we've compiled some options for you to use to find virtual connection with individuals and groups.

And, of course, you can always reach out to Saint Michael for connection or prayers. Submit your online prayer requests here.

Audio/Video/Chat platforms

Facetime Facetime
The native Apple app, available on all iPhones, iPads, and Mac laptops/desktops, lets you video or audio call individuals or groups.

Using FaceTime on your iPhone or iPad

1. Open the FaceTime app.
2. Click the + button.
3. Type the name, email address, or phone number of the person you want to call.
4. Type more names, email addresses, or phone numbers if you want to start a group call.
5. Tap audio or video to start the call.

Using FaceTime on your Mac

1. Open the FaceTime app from your dock ro applications folder.
2. Type the name, email address, or phone number of the person you want to call.
3. Type more names, email addresses, or phone numbers if you want to start a group call.
4. Tap audio or video to start the call.

Switching from a phone call to FaceTime

1. Look at the call menu that appears when you're in the middle of a phone call.
2. Tap the FaceTime icon to start a FaceTime video call.

Tips and Tricks

  • Siri can place a FaceTime call for you! Ask Siri to FaceTime [contact's name].
  • Have an Apple TV? Mirror your phone screen by tapping the Screen Mirroring button in the utility menu and selecting your Apple TV. The person on the other end of your FaceTime call will appear on your TV!

Whatsapp WhatsApp
WhatsApp is completely secure and encrypted end-to-end, and is the leading choice for nearly half the globe! Use this app on any iPhone or Android device--or even a computer--to voice call, video call, text, leave video messages etc., to anyone in the world, anytime. All you need is a free account!

Setting Up WhatsApp on your Phone or Tablet

1. Download WhatsApp from your phone or tablet's app store.
2. Open the WhatsApp application.
3. Enter your phone number.
4. You will receive a confirmation text from WhatsApp. Click the link to set up your account username and password.
5. WhatsApp will automatically connect you with your contacts who are using the service by checking their phone numbers.

Starting a Conversation

1. Ensure you're in the appropriate tab to make a video/voice call or to start a chat.
2. Click the button near the top right corner to start a new conversation.
3. Find the contact you're trying to connect with, and press call or begin typing your message!

Using the WhatsApp Web App from your Computer

1. You cannot use the web app before you have the mobile app set up. See above for how to get started with WhatsApp on your phone.
2. In your computer's web browser, visit this link.
3. Scan the QR code that appears on your computer screen using your phone's camera.
4. The WhatsApp web app will sync with your phone app to allow you to access conversations, groups, etc.

Tips and Tricks

  • Chat supports lots of multimedia including voice messages, images, video, and even location sharing.
  • Select up to 100 people to send a group message and create a chatroom between those individuals.
  • WhatsApp is a great way to keep up with international friends too! As long as you and your contact are using wifi or a data connection, there's no long distance to worry about.

Google Duo Google Duo
Video calls for up to 12 people on your smartphone, tablet, or computer using your Google account (i.e. Gmail address). If you don't have one, it's free to set up. Google Duo works on Apple devices too.

Setting up Google Duo on your Phone or Tablet

1. Download Google Duo from your phone or tablet's app store.
2. Open the Google Duo app.
3. Enter your phone number.
4. Verify your phone number by typing in the code you receive via text.
5. Sign in with your Google account. If you don't have one, you can create it here.

Setting up Google Duo on your Computer

1. Sign into your Google account. If you don't have one, set up a new one for free (see the link in step 5 above).
2. Go to duo.google.com.
3. Verify your phone number (optional) by following steps 3 and 4 above.

Making Calls to an Individual

1. Select a contact and tap Video Call, Voice Call or Message. Video Call is the default option.
2. When making a Video Call, the Knock-Knock feature shows the call recipient a live preview of your camera as the other person's phone rings.
3. If the other person doesn't pick up, you can leave a message.

Making Calls to a Group

1. Tap Create Group above your list of contacts.
2. Select up to 11 people.
3. Name your group so it will be saved for you to easily access later.
4. Press Start to initiate a call.

Google Hangouts Google Hangouts
Messaging, phone calls, and video chat using your Google account.

Skype Skype
Free video and audio calls, chat, and screen sharing that works across all common devices. You can even use your Xbox! Set up your free account and add your contacts to get started.

Zoom Zoom
Video chat with up to 100 people for free. Just set up an account and send a link to your loved ones. Free accounts are limited to 40 minutes per call, but you can make an unlimited number of calls.

Marco Polo Marco Polo
Like video chat but can't seem to get on the same schedule as your friends? Marco Polo lets you leave video messages for individuals or groups. Download their app on your favorite device and sign up for a free account to get started.

Just for Fun

Facebook Facebook Watch Parties
You can start a watch party for any publicly-available video on Facebook, live or recorded. Start a watch party and invite your friends to enjoy videos and conversation together. You can create a queue of videos to keep the party going.

Netflix Netflix Party
Watch Netflix videos while using this Google Chrome plugin and you'll feel like you're in the same room as your loved ones. Everyone who joins a Netflix Party watches the same movie in sync, and there's a chat function for side conversations.

Kahoot Kahoot
Quizzes and games are simple to set up and play from anywhere. Create a free account to access over 40 million fun games and quizzes, and then use one of the video conferencing tools above to gather your friends or family for a game night!


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Calendar

Sunday, 8/14 at 9:45 AM
Fall Kick Off Reception
Sunday, 10/2 at 4:00 PM
Blessing of the Animals & Reception
Sunday, 10/23 at 7:00 PM
SMP - Ying Quartet
Saturday, 11/5 at 6:00 PM
Jubilee 25th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, 12/10 at 10:00 AM
Farmers Market - Holiday Market at Klyde Warren Park

Fall Kick Off Reception

Sunday, August 14, 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Join us as we kick off a new formation year with fellowship and fun! Enjoy caricaturists, balloon artists, and be the first to pick up a copy of the brand new Joy Book to have signed by Father Harmuth.

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Blessing of the Animals & Reception

Sunday, October 2, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Cherub choir to possibly sing?

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SMP - Ying Quartet

Sunday, October 23, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday, October 23, 2022
7 p.m. in the Church

Childcare will be provided

“The Ying Quartet came as close to the ideal as possible, delivering chamber music of astonishing, refreshing exaltation and exhilaration.” – The Los Angeles Times

Saint Michael Presents is proud to bring Grammy award-winning ensemble the Ying Quartet to Dallas! The Ying Quartet occupies a position of unique prominence in the classical music world, combining brilliantly communicative performances with a fearlessly imaginative view of chamber music in today's world.

Now in its third decade, the Quartet has established itself as an ensemble of the highest musical qualifications. Their performances regularly take place in many of the world's most important concert halls; at the same time, the Quartet's belief that concert music can also be a meaningful part of everyday life has also drawn the foursome to perform in settings as diverse as the workplace, schools, juvenile prisons, and the White House.

“Precarious balance where sheer agony and triumphant beauty intersect." – The Washington Post

Learn More About the Ying Quartet



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Jubilee 25th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, November 5, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Farmers Market - Holiday Market at Klyde Warren Park

Saturday, December 10, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 Holiday Market at Klyde Warren Park


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Sermons

  • Aug 7 | The Reverend Bob Johnston
    "Light and Love: Confidence"
  • Aug 7 | The Rev. Mary Lessmann
    "God’s Good Pleasure"
  • Jul 31 | The Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon
    "Light and Love: Testing the Spirits"
  • Jul 31 | The Rev. Christian Basel
    "Everything Under the Sun"
  • Jul 24 | The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
    "Light and Love: Revealed For This Purpose"

Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
8011 Douglas Ave
Dallas, TX 75225
(214) 363-5471

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Sunday Services:

7:30 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I)
9 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite II)
9 a.m. Joy: A Children’s Service
11 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I)
11 a.m. Contemporary Rite II Service in the Parish Hall
5:30 p.m. Traditional Service (Rite II)
8 p.m. Compline

In-Person Worship Information

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Saint Michael also offers weekday services every Tuesday-Thursday.

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Saint Michael and All Angels is a member parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas. We practice The Way of Love as members of The Episcopal Church.

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Service Times

IN-PERSONLIVE STREAMS

We are currently offering worship in-person. Several of our Sunday services are also streamed live.

Sunday Services:
7:30 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I)
9 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite II)
9 a.m. Joy: A Children's Service
11 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I)
11 a.m. Contemporary Service (Rite II)
5:30 p.m. Traditional Service (Rite II)
8 p.m. Compline
Weekday Services:
Tuesdays, 7 a.m. Morning Prayer
Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Eucharist Service
Thursdays, 7 a.m. Morning Prayer

More about services at Saint Michael and All Angels here.

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8011 Douglas Ave
Dallas, TX 75225

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Welcome Children Service Times Getting Here & Campus Map Membership

Welcome! | Saint Michael and All Angels is a community of passionate people seeking to follow Jesus in a meaningful way that impacts both our own lives and that of the community around us. We are blessed with our parish home and so glad to share it with you. If you find yourself in Dallas, we would love to have you join us for worship!

- The Reverend Dr. Chris Girata, Rector

Welcome to Children and Family Ministry!

Our team in Children and Family Ministry provides children, ages 0 – 5th grade, and their parents with the tools they need to become faithful disciples of Christ. We achieve this through fun and interactive programming that allows children and families to explore their faith together.

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Sunday Services:
7:30 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I) in Saint Michael Chapel
9 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite II) in the Church
9 a.m. Joy: A Children’s Service in Saint Michael Chapel
11 a.m. Traditional Service (Rite I) in the Church
11 a.m. Contemporary Rite II Service in the Parish Hall
5:30 p.m. Traditional Service (Rite II) in Saint Michael Chapel
8 p.m. Compline in the Church

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We are located just south of Northwest Highway off of Douglas Ave. at Colgate Ave. Via Northbound Tollroad: Exit Lovers Ln, continue straight on Lomo Alto a few blocks to Colgate. Church is on your right. Via Southbound Tollroad: Exit Northwest Hwy, turn left to Douglas Ave. Turn R on Douglas and church is a few blocks down on your right. Via US 75: Exit Northwest Hwy and go west to Douglas Ave. Turn R on Douglas and church is a few blocks down on your right.

Maps & Directions

If you are new to Saint Michael, curious about the path to membership, or simply want to learn more about life at our parish community, we invite you to join us for two different class events we have throughout the year: "Saint Michael 101" is an introduction to life here at SMAA, and "Episcopal Christians", where we explore what it means to walk as a Christian in the Episcopal tradition, discussing topics like our Anglican heritage, worship, the Bible and formation etc.

Saint Michael 101 Episcopal Christians
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Flowers in our holy worship spaces are a beautiful gift to God and those who attend services at Saint Michael as well as those being honored or remembered. A contribution to the Flower Fund is a meaningful way to honor or remember a loved one for special life events such as birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, confirmations, thanksgivings, or in memory of a loved one.

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