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Get to Know Our New Vice Rector, Ken Brannon

This month, we will welcome our new Vice Rector, the Rev. Kenneth Brannon and his wife Rachel, to Saint Michael! In celebration of their arrival, I wanted you all to get to know them a little better as you prepare to welcome them into our parish family.

Ken was born in Fort Collins, Colorado, but moved to Mandeville, Louisiana at the age of one. His life changed radically at the age of twelve when his father took a job at a teaching hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He found himself attending the Kodaikanal International School, an international boarding school South India, where he graduated in 1986.

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Following in the footsteps of his older brother, he attended Wheaton College in Illinois. Although his major was psychology, he spent many hours active in the theater. Ken discovered the Episcopal Church while at Wheaton and was grateful for the elegant liturgy, the appreciation for mystery, and the emphasis on ancient spiritual practices. And it was at Wheaton where Ken met Rachel.

Rachel grew up in a suburb of Denver in a family that took their faith very seriously. As a child, she took mission trips regularly, including trips to Africa and Honduras. Like Ken, Rachel’s family’s passion for the church inspired her desire to attend Wheaton College where she not only met Ken, but discovered the Episcopal Church.

As undergrads, Ken and Rachel independently discovered the Episcopal Church and found a wholeness and joy in the theological and liturgical experience. Little did they know how important this shared experience would be. They reconnected in New York City six years later and were married in 1995.

Rachel spent much of her young adult life in Boston and New York working in children’s book publishing before shifting to social work. She did her graduate work at Union Theological Seminary, first earning a master’s degree in psychology and religion. She later earned a Master of Social Work with postgraduate training in Jungian psychology.

Following college, Ken spent two years living in intentional Christian community and working with the homeless in Washington, DC. He coordinated administrative activities at Christ House, a mission of Church of the Saviour, and was active in medical and social outreach to those living in the shadows of our nation’s monuments. In 1993, Ken began drama therapy studies at New York University and graduated cum laude in 1997. His passion for psychology and theater came together in group work with children and adults at sites throughout the city, ranging from therapeutic schools, psychiatric hospitals, homeless shelters, and prisons.

After they were married, Rachel and Ken worked together at Church of the Holy Trinity in New York, co-coordinating children’s programming, and it was at Holy Trinity that Ken answered the call to ordained ministry. He attended Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, graduating in 2003. Ken first served as Associate Rector at The Church of St. Barnabas in Irvington, New York, just outside legendary Sleepy Hollow (so Ken and Rachel are big fans of great Halloween parties!). In 2007, Ken was called to be rector of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Sun Valley, ID.

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Their ministry at St. Thomas has been rich. Ken has influenced sound growth and stability for over a decade, and has been a leader in the community. In the Diocese of Idaho, Ken was active in all aspects of church life, having served as Chair of the Commission on Ministry, President of the Standing Committee, and Chair of the Idaho Deputation to General Convention.

Ken and Rachel have two young adult children, Lucy and Isaac. They are both active in their church communities and are wonderful singers. In May, Lucy graduated from Wake Forest University and in June, Isaac graduated high school in Sun Valley. Through sheer coincidence (or perhaps the work of the Holy Spirit), after Ken and Rachel answered the call to come to Saint Michael, Lucy was offered a consulting position with Ernst and Young here in Dallas! As Lucy moves to Dallas this summer to begin her new position, Isaac is moving to Western Washington University to begin his undergraduate studies.

Personally, Rachel loves to read and write, especially poetry. She has a private practice in Sun Valley and also serves as a social worker at the local hospital. She will look for new opportunities to continue that work in Dallas. Ken loves hiking and keeping up on current events, especially articles that go deeply into issues that connect to personal matters of faith. Together, they love food, travel, and any new life experiences, especially with their family.

I am thrilled to welcome Ken and Rachel, and I am confident you will love them, too. We will all be blessed by their ministry among us!

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The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
Rector


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Calendar

Sunday, 1/17 at 12:15 PM
Weekly Communion Distribution
Sunday, 1/17 at 12:15 PM
Chapel Prayer
Monday, 1/18 at 12:00 AM
MLK Day - Church Closed
Tuesday, 1/19 at 9:00 AM
Chapel Prayer
Wednesday, 1/20 at 9:00 AM
Chapel Prayer
Wednesday, 1/20 at 10:30 AM
Rector's Bible Study
Thursday, 1/21 at 9:00 AM
Chapel Prayer
Friday, 1/22 at 9:00 AM
Chapel Prayer

Weekly Communion Distribution

Sunday, January 17, 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

12:15 - 1 p.m.
Saint Michael Chapel (No reservation required)
Lean more at saintmichael.org/communion

On Sunday afternoons between 12:15-1 p.m., the clergy will distribute consecrated bread in the Saint Michael Chapel. We invite you to participate with other members of your household.


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Chapel Prayer

Sunday, January 17, 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel
Learn more: saintmichael.org/chapelprayer

This is a challenging time. The power of prayer, and being able to connect with our church in a tangible way is something many of spoken of. As such, all who would like to spend some personal time in prayer are welcome to come to the building Sunday afternoons between 12:15 and 1 p.m. in the Bishop Moore Chapel. More details and safety instructions at the URL above.


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MLK Day - Church Closed

Monday, January 18, 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saint Michael will be closed on Monday, January 18 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All regularly scheduled classes and events will not meet.

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Chapel Prayer

Tuesday, January 19, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel
Learn more: saintmichael.org/chapelprayer

This is a challenging time. The power of prayer, and being able to connect with our church in a tangible way is something many of spoken of. As such, all who would like to spend some personal time in prayer are welcome to come to the building Monday-Friday between noon and 1:30 p.m. in our Bishop Moore Chapel. More details and safety instructions at the URL above.


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Chapel Prayer

Wednesday, January 20, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel
Learn more: saintmichael.org/chapelprayer

This is a challenging time. The power of prayer, and being able to connect with our church in a tangible way is something many of spoken of. As such, all who would like to spend some personal time in prayer are welcome to come to the building Monday-Friday between noon and 1:30 p.m. in our Bishop Moore Chapel. More details and safety instructions at the URL above.


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Rector's Bible Study

Wednesday, January 20, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Streamed live! Visit saintmichael.org/RBS for details.


Join Chris for an exciting study of Daniel and Revelation, the two most significant apocalyptic books of the Bible. We will consider how these books have been understood (and misunderstood!) throughout Jewish and Christian history, and how they can guide us in our own discipleship today. Visit the link above to watch live or recorded video.


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Chapel Prayer

Thursday, January 21, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel
Learn more: saintmichael.org/chapelprayer

This is a challenging time. The power of prayer, and being able to connect with our church in a tangible way is something many of spoken of. As such, all who would like to spend some personal time in prayer are welcome to come to the building Monday-Friday between noon and 1:30 p.m. in our Bishop Moore Chapel. More details and safety instructions at the URL above.


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Chapel Prayer

Friday, January 22, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel
Learn more: saintmichael.org/chapelprayer

This is a challenging time. The power of prayer, and being able to connect with our church in a tangible way is something many of spoken of. As such, all who would like to spend some personal time in prayer are welcome to come to the building Monday-Friday between noon and 1:30 p.m. in our Bishop Moore Chapel. More details and safety instructions at the URL above.


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Sermons

  • Jan 10 | The Reverend Dr. Chris Girata
    Spirit: Heaven Opens
  • Jan 10 | The Reverend Bob Johnston
    Rethinking Christian Clichés: "God Helps Those Who Help Themselves"
  • Jan 3 | The Reverend Bob Johnston
    Rethinking Christian Clichés: "Everything Happens for a Reason"
  • Jan 3 | The Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon
    The Dignity of Human Nature
  • Dec 27 | The Rev. Canon Michael Harmuth
    The Oil of Gladness

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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. Evening Prayer and Eucharist Rite I in Saint Michael Chapel
8 p.m. Compline in the Church

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8:30 a.m. Eucharist in Bishop Moore Chapel
5:30 p.m. Candlelight Mass in Saint Michael Chapel

Weekday Services:

7 a.m. M/W/F: Morning Prayer in Bishop Moore Chapel
7 a.m. T/Th: Holy Eucharist (Rite I or II) in Bishop Moore Chapel
10 a.m. Wed.: Healing Service in Bishop Moore Chapel

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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. Evening Prayer and Eucharist Rite I in Saint Michael Chapel
8 p.m. Compline in the Church
Saturday Services:
8:30 a.m. Eucharist in Bishop Moore Chapel
5:30 p.m. Candlelight Mass in Saint Michael Chapel
Weekday Services:
7 a.m. M/W/F: Morning Prayer in Bishop Moore Chapel
7 a.m. T/Th: Holy Eucharist (Rite I or II) in Bishop Moore Chapel
10 a.m. Wed.: Healing Service in Bishop Moore Chapel
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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.

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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.

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