Ministries

Altar Guild

The purpose of the Altar Guild is to maintain, enhance, and prepare all worship areas in order to help worshippers focus and priests to administer the sacraments.

Adult Confirmation

Confirmation is held once a year prior to the Bishop's visitation to St. Michael's. Classes for inquirers and prospective confirmands are held prior to Confirmation.

Book Club

Members meet once a month on a Saturday in the church Library to discuss a different book all have read.

The Branches

Members volunteer to assist in visitation at homes, or by letters or telephone to those belonging to the church fellowship.

Christian Education

Sunday School classes are available for both children and adults and meet at 9:15 AM. On Wednesday evening, an Alpha beginners' course, Alpha follow-up course, a Bible study group led by the Rector, and a youth Bible study are offered.

Current Affairs Discussion Group

On the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM, men and women gather in the church Library to discuss various topics of public interest.

Cursillo

This three-day retreat is held twice a year for adults at Camp Hardtner in Polluck, LA, and features a review of the Christian faith and helps to reaffirm God's importance in our lives.

Episcopal Church Women

ECW consists of all of the women of the church. Activities include bake sales, rummage sales, Newcomers Tea or Brunch each year, Convocational day retreats, exercise group, bridge/card group, gift shop, birthday lunches, and sewing and craft groups.

Fellowship Suppers

Quarterly suppers are held in the homes of parishioners. These suppers seek to strengthen relationships within the church and to help new members in the church form lasting friendships with others in Christ.

Guild of the Christ Child

This group is dedicated to maintaining links with young families during a child's growing years until the child is ready to attend Sunday School.

Halos

The Halos are committed to helping bereaved families by offering a meal and assisting in any other way they are needed.

Helping Hands

This group furnishes meals to members in times of illness, need, or celebration for as long as needed.

The International Order of St. Luke the Physician

The International Order of St. Luke the Physician is an ecumenical organization dedicated to the Christian healing ministry with members throughout North America and the world.

Lay Eucharistic Ministers

These men and women assist the clergy at worship services by proclaiming God's word, leading the congregation in prayers, and administering the chalice. This ministry requires clergy endorsement.

Lectors

This group also assists in the worship services by proclaiming God's word.

Men's Breakfast Ministry

Each Sunday morning at 8:45 a different team of men prepare a full breakfast for all who care to join together for great food and fellowship.

Missions

St. Michael's commitment to Christian mission outside our parish provides that ten percent of all income be pledged for that purpose. These commitments include local needs as well as those throughout the United States and the world. Several adult and youth members have answered the call to mission in China, Africa, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Music Ministry

The adult choir is a volunteer group and requires no audition or formal musical training to join. This group of dedicated individuals leads our 10:30 service in a variety of joyful and reverent music under the direction of our accomplished organist and choirmaster.

The youth/children's choir is a seasonal choir that provides music at various church functions.

The Order of Daughters of the King

An order for women of the Episcopal Church and churches within the historic Episcopate. They pledge to pursue a lifelong program of prayer, service, and evangelism.

Pentecost Picnic

This is a time of special celebration of God's gift of the Holy Spirit to us. On Pentecost we celebrate after the 10:30 AM Sunday service with a covered dish lunch in the Parish Hall, accompanied by a delicious meat dish prepared by the men of the church. Everyone wears red and enjoys a great time of food and fellowship.

Prayer Ministry

Teams are available to give prayer support in the Chapel after the 10:30 AM worship service on Sundays.

St. Michael's Medieval Faire

In the fall month of September, we have begun the tradition of an annual Medieval Faire. This is our gift of Christian fun and fellowship to the community of Lake Charles, and many work hard all year to prepare for this event. Wonderful meat pies and dishes are prepared and sold along with a variety of "Medieval" crafts and wares. Many dress in Medieval costumes and stroll along the grounds. Music and a variety of entertainment abound for all ages! Money earned from the Faire go to fund various church projects and for Missions.

Seniors of St. Michaels (SOS)

Individuals with 60 or more years of life experiences meet together the fourth Tuesday of every month for Christian fellowship, to grow as individuals, and to increase membership in the church. They also get together for trips, concerts, and shows throughout the year.

Ushers and Greeters

Ushers greet and assist worshippers with finding a seat during services. They also take up the offering and direct the flow of the congregation during Communion. Greeters welcome those who attend our worship services.

Vestry

The Vestry consists of 12 elected men and women charged with the administration of the church property and in the leadership of the ministries of the church. A Vestry member serves a three-year term, with four being replaced each year. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. and are open to any member of the congregation.