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Funerals

Funeral Guidelines

A Christian funeral is a difficult, yet reverent, mix of grief and joy. Joy, because we are confident in the promise of God that “neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Consequently, the liturgy for the dead is properly an Easter Liturgy. It finds all meaning in the resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we too, shall be raised.

Such joy, however, does not make our grief unchristian. Quite the contrary, our grief is an expression of our love. The very love we have for each other in Christ brings deep sorrow when we are parted by death. Jesus himself wept at the grave of his friend. So, while we rejoice that one we love has entered into the nearer presence of our Lord, we sorrow in sympathy with those who mourn.

At the time of death, people turn to the Church for rituals which allow them to recognize their loss, express their grief, remember and give thanks for the life of the one who has died, mark the end of relationships which exist in this life, allow them to seek strength and comfort in their faith, and provide dignity and meaning to the end of life. The rites of the Church are appropriate at several junctures in the passage from life into death. Long before death is a reality, the church can help people plan for the funeral and address other issues and concerns. Near the point of death, the Church can be present in a ministry to the dying person and his or her family and friends. After death, there is the funeral service and committal of the body to a final resting place.

At Saint Michael, our clergy, staff, and lay volunteers will do all that we can to provide a fitting and meaning filled funeral for your loved one. We recognize that, upon the death of one we love, there are many arrangements to be made and concerns to be settled. Therefore, we will strive to make your experience here as easy and well-supported as possible.

At the Time of Death

Please call the Priest on Call for Saint Michael and All Angels Church at 214-363-5471 to report a death. The Priest on Call is available 24 hours a day and is the most direct way to receive pastoral care at the time of death. The Priest on Call will make preliminary arrangements and contact the staff. The Associate for Worship and Liturgy will be the main contact in planning your loved one’s service.

About Grief

All funerals are services in thankful memory for the life of the deceased. The Book of Common Prayer states that the body (casket or ashes) will be present for this thanksgiving. Saint Michael clergy and those who have accomplished serious training on the reality of grief agree that this not only provides a way to honor the dead, but also begins the process of accepting the reality of death and a movement toward the healing of grief. Nonetheless, please know that a Memorial Service, the Burial Office without casket or ashes, is also acceptable.

The Pall

The Book of Common Prayer prescribes that the coffin or urn be covered with a pall (an embroidered cloth provided by the parish) during the service. The use of the pall symbolizes a great truth at the heart of the church’s ministry: that we are all equal in God’s sight. Over the years, a pall has covered the remains of the celebrated and the unknown, each of whom is loved by God. If flowers or a flag is covering the casket when it arrives in the Narthex, the Altar Guild respectfully removes the covering for the service and replaces it as the casket is taken from the Church/Chapel.

Flowers

After the time of the service has been set by the family and the priest, the Flower Guild Chair will contact the family regarding their wishes about the service flowers. No extra adornment of flowers, pictures or mementoes are allowed in the Narthex or any worship space of the Church/Chapel. They may be placed in the area of the reception. If the family wishes the altar to be bare with no flowers at all, that is also an option. Funeral flowers remain in the church after the service.

Music

Music makes a vast contribution to the richness and meaning of the service. A parish organist is available to play for funerals and is available to make any other music arrangements. If desired, a soloist, a choir, and/or instrumentalists are available for an extra fee. Hymns are strongly encouraged from The Hymnal 1982 to be included in the design of the service as congregational singing helps in the grieving process and allow one to participate more fully in the service. Listed in this document are suitable hymns which may be sung at appropriate points in the service. Only sacred music (music written for Christian worship) is allowed.

Scripture

The Burial Office generally includes four lessons, one from the Old Testament, one from the Psalms, one from the Epistles, and one from the Gospels. One or two Psalms may be used after one or more of the lessons. They may be said by the whole congregation in unison or read by a reader designated by the family. Non-scriptural readings are generally discouraged. However, readings which relate to the sacred may be used, but only after consultation with and permission from the officiating clergy. Scriptural suggestions are included with this document.

Homily

Following the reading of the Gospel lesson, a homily (a brief sermon) is preached by one of the officiating clergy in consultation with the family. The homily in Christian traditions grows both out of the lessons chosen for the service and the life of the deceased. In the service, we come together before God with our grief, our questions, our hopes, and our most valued feelings as Christians. Thus, to bring together the life of the deceased with the hope of the Church, it is especially important for family members and friends to share with the officiating clergy those aspects of the deceased’s life for which we are giving thanks. A brief reflection (no longer than five minutes) may be offered by a pre-arranged family member or friend. The best reflections are written in advance and help those gathered to remember the best character qualities of the deceased—the ways in which the person helped family and friends see God’s love and grace.

Attending the Family

Approximately a half hour prior to the service, family and close friends are asked to gather in the designated area. After being greeted by the officiating clergy, they will be conducted to the front seats of the Chapel by the officiating clergy or a Parish Verger. At the conclusion of the service, family and friends in the front of the Church are escorted out, in advance of the congregation’s departure.


Columbaria

From ancient times, Christians have considered places of burial to be sacred sites where the departed are remembered and honored.

They are places for quiet remembrance, for prayer, for families and loved ones to gather. They are places of peace.

At Saint Michael and All Angels, the Narthex Columbarium, Saint Michael Chapel Columbarium, and the Courtyard Columbarium are such pla…

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Funeral Checklist

Elements of the Liturgy:

  • Rite I (traditional language)
  • Burial service (with body/cremains)
  • Rite II (contemporary language)
  • Memorial service (without body/cremains)
  • With Holy Eucharist
  • Grave side service only Without Holy Eucharist
  • Interment

Possible hymns to consider (general three):

  • 180 He is risen
  • 473 Lift high the cross
  • 182 Christ is alive
  • 482 …
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Funeral Fees (for Members in good standing and family)

The fees detailed below cover the various expenses.

Officiating Priest's Honorarium: $100-$300
(If assisting clergy are needed/requested) $150/each additional clergy

Organist: $250
One of the Saint Michael organists will play the organ for the service. (Professional musicians (instrumentalist or soloist) may be hired by the Church at your request - fees range upward from $150 per …

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Worship Clergy & Staff

Dianne Boyd
Coordinator for Worship Media
Jennifer Cox-Seals
Administrative Assistant to Worship & Liturgy
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
Associate for Worship & Liturgy
The Rev. Robert "Bob" Johnston III
Associate for Contemporary Worship

Dianne Boyd

Coordinator for Worship Media

Jennifer Cox-Seals

Administrative Assistant to Worship & Liturgy

Jennifer Cox-Seals is the Administrative Assistant for Worship & Liturgy, and helps to coordinate the many ministries that contribute to the worship of the community at Saint Michael & All Angels. Prior to coming to Saint Michael, Jennifer worked in medical administration and patient services. She studied anthropology at the University of Texas at Arlington, and also attended North Lake College in Irving. She was raised as an Episcopalian and is currently an active member of First Jefferson Unitarian Universalist Church in Fort Worth, where she has served as a religious education teacher and activities coordinator. Her passion is loving and caring for those around her, especially those who feel excluded and forgotten. A life-long learner, she is a voracious reader who loves historical fiction and early modern science and medicine. Jennifer is a mother of nine and has homeschooled her children for 22 years and counting. As a new grandmother of twin boys with a granddaughter on the way, she looks forward to raising a new generation of readers.

The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso

Associate for Worship & Liturgy

The Reverend Dr. Andrew Grosso joined the Saint Michael and All Angels clergy team in March of 2021. Before coming to Dallas, Andrew was the Canon to the Dean at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (Columbia, SC), where he also served as the Acting Dean during the time the cathedral sought a new Dean. Andrew has also served as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Nashotah House Theological Seminary (Nashotah, WI), Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church (Atchison, KS), Dean of the Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Topeka, KS), and Canon Residentiary at Grace Episcopal Cathedral (Topeka, KS). Andrew was raised in Michigan, and completed his undergraduate studies in Psychology at Calvin College (Grand Rapids, MI). He began his graduate studies at Wheaton College (Wheaton, IL), where he completed an MA in Interdisciplinary Studies. His doctoral studies were in the areas of systematic and philosophical theology, and he received his PhD from Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI). In preparation for ordination, Andrew completed an MDiv at the School of Theology of the University of the South (Sewanee, TN). He maintains an active interest in theological and philosophical scholarship, and especially appreciates the work of Michael Polanyi, Thomas F. Torrance, John Neville Figgis, and Martin Thornton.

The Rev. Robert "Bob" Johnston III

Associate for Contemporary Worship

Much of Bob’s ministry has concentrated on evangelism. He studied church planting in seminary, was ordained in 2003 in London, and served in Brompton. Most recently he helped start and lead the contemporary worship ministry, “Uptown,” at Church of the Incarnation, as well as the small group ministry, “Growth Groups,” and an outreach in local pubs known as “Theology Live.”

Bob has graduate degrees in theology, law, and business from Southern Methodist University, and maintains an intellectual property law practice. He is at Saint Michael two days a week; on Sundays, serving primarily in the 11:00 contemporary worship service, and one other day during the week. Bob has twin sons, Hugh and Ian.

Funerals Columbaria Funeral Checklist Funeral Fees (for Members in good standing and family)

Sermons

  • Mar 19 | The Rev. Robin H. Hinkle
    "Technicolor Vision"
  • Mar 19 | The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
    "God's Works Revealed"
  • Mar 12 | The Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon
    "Abundant Life"
  • Mar 12 | The Reverend Dr. Chris Girata
    "Being Known"
  • Mar 5 | The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
    "Born From Above"

Thursday, 3/23 at 7:00 AM
Morning Prayer
Sunday, 3/26 at 7:30 AM
Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite I
Sunday, 3/26 at 9:00 AM
Joy: A Children's Service
Sunday, 3/26 at 9:00 AM
Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite II
Sunday, 3/26 at 11:00 AM
Contemporary Worship
Sunday, 3/26 at 11:00 AM
Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite I
Sunday, 3/26 at 5:30 PM
Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite II
Tuesday, 3/28 at 7:00 AM
Morning Prayer

Morning Prayer

Thursday, March 23, 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel

The service of Morning Prayer is held each Tuesday and Thursday morning in the Bishop Moore Chapel. Morning Prayer is designed to help busy people experience the blessings that arise from the regular practice of prayer in daily life. Some of the most beautiful and spiritually evocative language is found in the service of Morning Prayer the other services in the Book of Common Prayer that together constitute the Daily Office. These services are relatively short (around 15-20 minutes) but powerful: Morning Prayer provides opportunities for adoration, intercession, and reconciliation, and also presents the opportunity to engage deeply with the Bible. Whether you’re just starting out in the life of prayer or want to deepen your existing prayer life, Morning Prayer is for you. We encourage you to make these services a regular part of your week.


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Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite I

Sunday, March 26, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Saint Michael Chapel
No Hymns

This service is a traditional Rite I Eucharist. It uses the Book of Common Prayer.



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Joy: A Children's Service

Sunday, March 26, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

This summer, the Joy Service is once again offered in-person!
Location: Saint Michael Chapel

This joy-filled, casual, communion service is for children ages 0-5 and their parents. The service features an accessible children’s sermon that often features videos. The service meets in the Saint Michael Chapel.


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Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite II

Sunday, March 26, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

In-Person Location: Church
This service is also streamed live! Visit saintmichael.org/live or find us on Facebook or YouTube.


The 9 a.m. service in the Church is a traditional Rite II Eucharist. The adult choir and organ lead the congregation in hymns and service music. The choir also sings an Offertory anthem. Children and parents who prefer a more formal service are among those who attend, as well as a large cross-section of adults. Lectors and acolytes serving at this service include teenage parishioners. This service uses the Book of Common Prayer and Hymnal.


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Contemporary Worship

Sunday, March 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

In-Person Location: Parish Hall
This service is also streamed live! Visit saintmichael.org/live or find us on Facebook or YouTube.
This casual communion service is in contemporary language and has band-led worship music. The service features an in-depth, practical sermon for adults.


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Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite I

Sunday, March 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Church

The 11:00 a.m. service in the Church is a traditional Rite I Eucharist. The adult choir and organ lead the congregation in hymns and service music. As a more musically substantial service, the choir also sings the Psalm, an Offertory anthem, a Communion motet, and on feast days a Choral Mass setting. The greatest feast days also regularly include orchestra. A cross-section of the parish attends this service, which uses the Book of Common Prayer and Hymnal.


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Traditional Worship - Eucharist Rite II

Sunday, March 26, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Saint Michael Chapel

The 5:30 service in the Saint Michael Chapel is a traditional Rite I! Holy Eucharist, and features hymns led by a cantor and organist. Worshipers often attend in casual attire to end their weekend in a relaxed setting. This service uses the Book of Common Prayer and Hymnal.



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Morning Prayer

Tuesday, March 28, 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Location: Bishop Moore Chapel

The service of Morning Prayer is held each Tuesday and Thursday morning in the Bishop Moore Chapel. Morning Prayer is designed to help busy people experience the blessings that arise from the regular practice of prayer in daily life. Some of the most beautiful and spiritually evocative language is found in the service of Morning Prayer the other services in the Book of Common Prayer that together constitute the Daily Office. These services are relatively short (around 15-20 minutes) but powerful: Morning Prayer provides opportunities for adoration, intercession, and reconciliation, and also presents the opportunity to engage deeply with the Bible. Whether you’re just starting out in the life of prayer or want to deepen your existing prayer life, Morning Prayer is for you. We encourage you to make these services a regular part of your week.


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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

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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

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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.

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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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