Parish Groups
Saint Michael is blessed with an abundant community of groups!
In the daily life of our parish, these groups provide social opportunities to make friends, deepen relationships, affect the local DFW area surrounding us, and minister to those in need. These groups are formed around regular meetings or workshops. All groups, unless otherwise indicated, welcome visitors and new members throughout the year. Most are headed by lay leaders.
Parish Groups
For All Adults
Prayer Shawl Knitting Ministry
Meets on the First Tuesday of the Month
During the summer, we invite knitters to knit at home and bring shawls to the Pastoral Care Office. Meetings will resume in the fall on October 7.
To date, over 2951 have been knitted and distributed by the Saint Michael Prayer Shawl Knitting Ministry, extending the love of our parish to those who are hurting or ill. Each of these shawls is tagged with a label that identifies it as being knit with love at Saint Michael and a healing prayer is added. Each shawl is blessed by the clergy and by the entire congregation prior to distribution. Join us for camaraderie, prayers, and the joy of knitting a message of love.
Prime Timers
Meets on the first Thursday of each month
Primetimers is a group for retirees who gather the first Thursday of each month for fellowship, a stimulating speaker and program and lunch. If you like to laugh, have fun and learn, this group is for you! For more information, contact Dr. Tim Smith at TSmith@saintmichael.org.
Writers’ Retreat
Meets on the Third Saturday of the Month
Writing for publication, spiritual work, therapeutic journaling, or for fun can be enhanced by community. Our meetings begin with a short introduction, then a facilitator will offer a few writing prompts. After an hour, writers will have the opportunity to share their work and solicit comments. All skill levels and genres are welcome.
For Women
Cursillo
Meets on the First Monday of the Month
All women who have completed a Cursillo weekend or have interest in doing so are welcome. These women strive to equip and inspire people to live out their faith.
For more information or to join the group, contact Maria D’Antoni at maria@dantonipartners.com.
Ministry of Mothers Sharing (M.O.M.S)
Meets on Tuesdays, September 23 – November 18, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Room 204
M.O.M.S. (Ministry of Mothers Sharing) is a faith-based ministry for mothers with children in the home. MOMS mission is to encourage, embrace, and reflect on the holy vocation of motherhood through mentorship, biblical reflection, prayer, and last but not least, much needed mom-to-mom fellowship. All moms are welcome to join us on Tuesday mornings. Nursery available with reservation.
For more information, contact Meghan Houk at mhouk@saintmichael.org.
Unending Conversation Group
Meets on Mondays starting October 6, 2025 | 9:30 – 11 a.m.
This class is filled with curious women seeking to learn more about their faith, emerging church ideas, and new ways of looking at Christianity and following Christ. Members of the group lead discussions of selected books and videos. For more information, please contact Linda Westerburg at lindawesterburg@gmail.com or Nancy West at nancyjw@me.com.
Unending Conversation Group will meet on Mondays in October – November 2025 and February – March 2026.
Women of Saint Michael (WOSM)
Who exactly are the Women of Saint Michael, and what are the requirements to join? It could not be any simpler: all women, who are members of our parish, are members of Women of Saint Michael (WOSM). No forms to complete, no QR codes to follow. All you have to do is make sure your contact information in the Saint Michael directory is up to date. Our purpose is to “be the extension of Christ’s Kingdom by uniting the women of the parish in a program of worship, study, service, and fellowship and leading them into the service for the Church in the parish, the community, the diocese, the nation, and the world.”
Women Word Work
Meets on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesdays of the Month | 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. | Room 206
This unique Christian book club is recharged with purpose for close community, insightful discussion and faith exploration. Those who are looking to deepen your understanding of our faith in today’s fast paced world, within a supportive environment, are encouraged and invited to join us.
For more info, email Blair Shaw, blairwshaw@gmail.com.
For Men
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the Month | 8:30 a.m. | Room 203
The Brotherhood of Saint Andrew focuses on fellowship, prayer for others in need, and spiritual growth by reading and discussing Christian books.
For more information, contact either Kyle Moore at kyle_moore@yahoo.com or Mark Demler at mdemler51@gmail.com.
Men of Saint Michael (MOSM)
The Men of Saint Michael (MOSM) is a vibrant and growing ministry to men whose primary purpose is to help men grow deeper in their faith. We are comprised of a number of small groups that meet regularly for study, fellowship and prayer.
Contact Dr. Tim Smith with any questions you may have, or more information.