Safe Haven Christmas Cookie Decorating

Many thanks to the four families (Shupe, Drews, Kane & Such) that helped out with the Christmas Cookie Decorating at Safe Haven. We baked up some delicious treats and made Christmas ornaments with the youth. We will revisit some time around Easter for coloring eggs, making baskets and an egg hunt. All are welcome to attend. It is very rewarding to connect with this group of youth. They are welcoming, respectful and eager to learn new things. We are thankful for Safe Haven allowing us to take part in their mission of focusing on the positive to empower the youth to become independent.

Please continue to pray for those with financial & family difficulties, loss of loved ones, those serving in our military and families struggling with illnesses. May we all be blessed with knowing the presence of God with us during this season of Advent where ever we might be in our lives.

God's Loving Peace,
Julie & Joe Such

Bountiful Thanksgiving

The food drive for Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women was a big success. Fifty women were able to share a delightful Thanksgiving meal with their families this season! Teamwork was evident through and through on this event. Many thanks to Girl Scouts, Natalia S., who organized a food drive at the middle school, Middle School Faith Formation, and Families In Action! We had fun packing the food and coloring cards to accompany each meal.

On Friday, November 28th, 30 members of Families In Action had the pleasure of preparing a Thanksgiving dinner with 30 staff and youth from Safe Haven. We had fun cooking, eating, playing games and crafting with them. We look forward to going back to make Christmas Cookies with them on Thursday, Dec. 18th 6:30-8:30. I think we have a good connection here to learn from each other.

May God Bless each of your families with all of the joy and beauty this season of watchful waiting has to offer!

God's Peace,
Julie & Joe Such
952-226-2768

Thanksgiving Activities

Dear Families:
Please check out the updated calendar for all of the great activities we have planned in the next few months. If your family is interested in any event and needs additional information, please let us know. What a great time to come together as a family and outreach to those in need. Please let any interested family know about this ministry. They can e-mail us at birdbrain1969@yahoo.com and we will add them to the e-mail list. Thank you for your interest in this family ministry of outreach and community fellowship!

Prayers of thanksgiving for our family blessings, comfort and healing to those who have suffered loss of any type, of strength and peace for those who find the holiday season to be difficult and continued prayers for our military.

Peace,
Julie & Joe Such
952-226-2768
birdbrain1969@yahoo.com

Welcome New Comers!

Greetings Families:
Welcome to the Families In Action Ministry site. This ministry is designed for families and parishioners looking to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ by serving others in the community (local, national, and international). Keep in mind that families come in many forms. All Are Welcome Here! This ministry will not hold "formal" meetings, but will meet at a variety of outreach events to serve other and help our community. The beauty of the ministry is that your family attends the events that fit your schedule. Join the e-mail list to learn of new volunteer opportunities and social happenings by sending your e-mail address to birdbrain1969@yahoo.com . As you can see from the calendar, we offer a wide variety of activities. Many fun and exciting events are being planned for the winter. Hop on for the ride and reach out! For additional information, please call Julie & Joe Such at 952-226-2768. Blessings on your families. Prayers for those in need and those with loss.

Peace,
Julie & Joe Such

Packed, Addressed & ready to ship!

On September 2nd, thirty-four parishioners joined The Military Support Group and Families In Action Ministry to pack the Centennial Care Packages for our brave men & women serving in the armed forces. Teamwork and excitment filled the room. St. Michael community, thank you for your kind, generosity. The amount of supplies collected was amazing! The men & women receiving the package will know they are appreciated and loved. Please keep them in your prayers and ask God for their safe return!

See you at the Northwood Park (170th & Northwood RD.) cleaning on Saturday, September 20th from 1p-3p. Trash bags provided.

God's Peace,

Julie & Joe Such
952-226-2768

Feed My Starving Children

Wow, what an experience on Monday night. We had 60 families participate in FMSC. We packed 15,552 meal, enough to feed 43 kids for a year! Thank you for taking part. We will definitely do this again!

Continue to pray for the children and families touched by hunger and poverty.

Peace,
Julie & Joe Such

Ministry Name

Hi Families:
We need a creative name for this ministry. Got suggestions? Please post. Some ideas are Action & Outreach powered by Families or Families in Action & Outreach Ministry.
Let's hear from you all :).

Peace,

Julie & Joe Such

Family Ministry Blogsite Presented

Hello Families:

Wanted to let you know this website/blog has been approved by the church's communication committee. I presented to the committee tonight and they had good comments, questions and suggestions. Feel free to share this site address with all families with an interest in volunteer outreach.

Pray for families that are having difficulties during these challenging time.

Peace,
Julie Such
952-226-2768

May 28th-Grave rubbings

Our first family ministry event was blessed with great weather. We met at the St. Michael cemetery to collect grave rubbings, which will be on display this summer in honor of the Centennial Celebration. The event was well attended by 5 families. Root beer floats and playtime at Memorial Park followed the work! Thanks to Steve Schmid, Cemetery Committee Chairman, for showing us around and sharing his knowledge and to Laura Shupe for the paper, charcoal, and guidance!

Fun summer events are being planned. See the events on the site and keep posted for additional details. Prayers for a joyful & safe summer to all!

Peace,

Julie Such
226-2768
birdbrain1969@yahoo.com