10/23/2022 0 Comments More Than Enough: About Humility“All who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted.” – Luke 18:9-14 When I envision this scene, I can’t help but imagine the Pharisee’s voice sounding like songwriter Mac Davis singing his hit, “Oh Lord it’s hard to be humble, When you’re perfect in every way; I can’t wait to look in the mirror, Cause I get better looking each day…” Why is Jesus concerned about our level of humility even when our faithful actions are good? Certainly we should strive to be good, to give generously, and to avoid sin. Yet it is the sinful person in this story who Jesus sets as our example. In the parable, the first person is giving a speech to God. The second person is opening up his heart, admitting his weakness, and asking for God’s merciful acceptance. He is humble enough to acknowledge that God is in control. Such humility is a path toward a deeper, trusting relationship with God. Trusting God requires admitting that we need God. It means accepting that we are not so self-reliant that we can figure out all the answers, successfully battle every demon, and control our own destiny. Those are false narratives anyway. Humility keeps us honest. Jesus’ time on earth exemplifies one of the most beautiful realities of our faith: Our Creator craves a close relationship with each of us. We don’t have to be perfect in every way. We just need to love and trust that what God provides will be more than enough. Questions For Reflection: Imagine looking in the mirror and seeing a reflection of your relationship with God. How would you describe it? How might generosity be connected to one’s trusting relationship with God? In serving others we often find humility. How has service to others helped deepen your relationship with God?
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10/14/2022 0 Comments The Friday Five for October 14, 2022The five things you need to know this week. Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost (October 23) at 10 a.m. in our Sanctuary. St. Michael's gathers this Sunday at 10 a.m. for worship. The Rev. Jorge Pallares will preside and preach. Download the Service Program from our website. Coffee Hour will immediately follow the service. Join Us on Thursdays for Evening Prayer Join us Thursday for the Church's offering of Evening Prayer as we continue to share in the life of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We gather Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Access our Zoom meeting room by clicking HERE. Meeting ID: 928 461 1047, Passcode: StMichael Download the Service Program from our website. St. Michael’s Stewardship Month Sunday, October 23 – Sunday, November 13. To download a pledge card CLICK HERE. Rummage Sale Saturday, October 29, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. All Diocese Zoom Trivia Night: Friday, November 4, 6 p.m.
Team St. Michael’s will be in our Parish Hall Holy Baptism with EucharistSaturday, October 8, 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary St. Michael's gathers to baptize Addison Faith Ray. Join us for Indigenous People's Sunday
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September 7th "Inspiring Climate Action" (video presentation by Dr. Katharine Hayhoe) Presenter: Kim Leslie This session opens with a March 2022 keynote address by Climate Scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe. Our discussion will include Katharine's suggestions for what churches can do to reduce their carbon footprint, as well as resource suggestions from the Creation Care Commission (DioSanJoaquin.org/creationcare) September 21st "Plastic pollution is worse than you think" Presenters: Beryl Simkins, Suzanne Harvey California just took a big step in leading the push to lessen the impact of plastics on people and the environment. Most of us know that plastic, especially singe-use plastic is a problem; unfortunately, recycling does little to reduce plastic pollution. | September 14th "Don't Poison the Well" Presenters: Deacon Teri Van Huss, Chuck Schaeffer Water conservation includes using less water, as well as what we put into the water as it goes down the drain, into the earth and our groundwater. We will discuss how to create chemical-free homes, ways to use grey water, and give an update on California's efforts to regulate groundwater. September 28th "Cover the Ground" & "Talking about Climate Change" Presenters: Xan Adams, Deacon Teri Van Huss Bare earth is naked, hungry, and running a fever. Mulches and compost create healthy soil and provide cover (shade) to keep water from evaporating quickly. We need to replace luscious green water soaked lawns in ways that are beautiful and still keep the ground covered. |
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Padre Jorge's first Sunday at St. Michael's will be August 7, 2022. The Rev. Jorge Enrique Pallares is a native of Mexico and has been an ordained Episcopal priest since 2006. He grew up in the Roman Catholic Church and became attracted to the Anglican church in 1996 following a trip to California with his family. He and his family became members of the San Jorge Anglican Parish in Mexico City. Before entering the priesthood, he spent 23 years in Mexico as a civil engineer in his own company and others, working on construction, design and supervision of roads and varied types of construction. He also was a teacher of mathematics and a high school principal. |
He began his studies in theology in 2001 at the Anglican Seminary of San Andres and the Theological Community in Mexico City, earning both a bachelor’s degree in theology and a diploma in pastoral psychology with honors. He was ordained a transitory deacon in 2006 at Christ Church Parish in the Anglican Diocese of Mexico and later that year was ordained a priest. In 2007 he was priest-in-charge of a new mission in the state of Puebla, restoring the Anglican church there for the first time in many decades.
After serving two years as non-stipend clergy in the Diocese of Mexico, he was invited to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles in 2008. He became an American Citizen and served in various parishes in the Diocese of Los Angeles until 2018. From 2018 to 2022, Padre Jorge served as Canon for Congregational Life at Christ Church Cathedral in Hartford.
To a church dedicated to serving the pastoral needs of Ridgecrest he brings broad experience in both secular and religious areas as well as bilingual skills.
Padre Jorge has three adult daughters, Carolina from his first marriage, and Mariana and Patricia with his wife Rosa. His wife was a professional technician in social work in Mexico and in California was a registered assistant nurse.
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