St. Margaret's Episcopal Church

Comings and Goings

by The Rev. Mary Vano on March 30, 2023

A vibrant community like St. Margaret’s is always filled with “comings and goings”. I prefer the former, but sometimes we need to pause, recognize, and give thanks as our friends necessarily take their leave. This month, we have three church leaders for whom I want to give special thanks. Susan Hiller Since 2021, Susan has served as...

St. Patrick's Day Lunch

by Suzanne Kirchner on March 30, 2023

PrimeTimers' had another great lunch—for St. Patrick's Day on March 18—I know a day late. Food was delicious and provided by our friend Chef Robert Scott of America's Street Food. Wonderful...

"Come and See" the Daughters of the King

by Suzanne Kirchner on March 14, 2023

"They said to Him, "Rabbi" (Teacher), "Where are you staying?" He said to them, "Come and see." They came and saw where he was staying, and remained with Him that day." John 1:38-39 On...

In+Pathos: A New Middle School Youth Retreat

by The Rev. Michaelene Miller on March 2, 2023

In the evening on Friday, February 10, eleven middle school participants and three high school small group leaders from across the Diocese of Arkansas gathered at St. Margaret’s with several...

Dinner with Friends

by The Rev. Cindy Fribourgh on March 2, 2023

About 25 veterans and members of St. Francis House staff joined St. Margaret’s volunteers for dinner Thursday, February 9 in our Parish Hall. Grilled chicken and a variety of side dishes and...

151st Diocesan Convention

by Pete Alexander and Lisa Yocum on February 23, 2023

We had an opportunity to represent St. Margaret’s at Diocesan Convention and we are both very grateful for the opportunity. The Opening Worship was held at Trinity Cathedral at 6:00 p.m. Friday...

2023 Bishop's Visit

by anonymous on February 2, 2023

On Sunday, January 29, the Right Reverend Larry Benfield, Bishop of Arkansas, made his annual visit to St. Margaret's. It was a celebratory day for our community as one child was baptized, three...

Wildmen's Night Out: A New Tradition

by John Madden on February 2, 2023

The Wildmen’s Night Out dinner is a new tradition for St. Margaret’s church that has its roots firmly entrenched in the Episcopal church. Originally founded in Norman, Oklahoma at St. Michael’s...

Annual Meeting Recap

by The Rev. Mary Vano on February 2, 2023

After the Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 22, one newcomer gave her feedback: "Before the meeting, I had never heard the St. Margaret's mission statement. But, as we read it in the meeting, I...

New Musical Leadership

by The Rev. Mary Vano on January 4, 2023

Psalm 96 exhorts us to "sing to the Lord a new song," and at St. Margaret's, we are so grateful for the leaders who help us do that! As we begin a new year, you will notice some changes to...

Sharing the Joy of Christmas

by Missy Tinnermon on January 4, 2023

When it comes to sharing our resources, lending a hand to our neighbors, or helping someone in need we all know that the St. Margaret’s community is a generous one. Let me share a few ways you...

Episcopalians at COP27

by Dr. Donnal Walter on December 20, 2022

Although it was a big deal, I almost missed it. You might have, too. It was noteworthy both for what it accomplished and what it didn’t, but both seemed to get lost on the heels of the midterms....

Little Rock Race & Faith Summit

by anonymous on December 2, 2022

On November 2nd, The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the Clinton School of Public Service held the Race and Faith Summit. This was the culmination of the Little Rock Congregations...

St. Margaret's Day

by Adam Sullivan on November 29, 2022

At St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in west Little Rock, we celebrate the feast of St. Margaret with enthusiasm. But it seemed this year, after the separation of the previous two and half years,...

Holy Conversations: St. Margaret's Thoughts about our new Bishop

by The Rev. Cindy Fribourgh on November 29, 2022

A group of 13 persons gathered on November 3 at St. Margaret’s to participate in one of about 60 “Holy Conversation” sessions held through Arkansas to receive input for development of a profile to...

Celebrating all the Saints: Afghan Placement and Assistance Ministry

by Jan Thames on November 1, 2022

They lived not only in ages past, there are hundreds of thousands still, the world is bright with the joyous saints who love to do Jesus’ will. You can meet them in school, or in lanes, or at...

Youth Collab Finds Calm in an Anxious World

by The Rev. Michaelene Miller on November 1, 2022

The St. Margaret's middle and high school youth have been busy building a collaborative community; connecting with youth from other Episcopal churches in the area especially St. Michael's, Good...

Solar Panel Anniversary

by anonymous on November 1, 2022

The solar panels on the roof over the St. Margaret's sanctuary went live four years ago, in November 2018. Since that time, we've saved $15,367 in electric costs. The panels have saved 186,098...

RibFest 2022

by anonymous on September 28, 2022

Our third annual RibFest was the best RibFest yet! We had 9 cooking teams, 15 vendors, 8 sponsors, dozens of volunteers and about 250 guests. We're grateful to our band, Grifters & Shills,...

Rallying and Renewing

by The Rev. Mary Vano on September 28, 2022

Rally Day is a long-standing tradition to call churchgoers back after a period of summer vacations. This year was a bit different, because we are also calling people back to church as the whole...

Dedication of The Cross on the Hill

by The Rev. Mary Vano on September 28, 2022

On Sunday, September 11th, the new Cross on the Hill was dedicated in loving memory of Carol Williams and Amy Williams Hartsell with the following announcement and prayer led by the Rev. Mary...

St. Margaret's Goes to Scotland

by Mark Magie on September 1, 2022

Scroll to the bottom for a link to our complete photo album, and for a link to a survey about a future pilgrimage. A pilgrimage is a journey to a sacred place, and for...

Getting to Know the Rev. Michaelene Miller

by The Rev. Mary Vano on September 1, 2022

Have you had a chance to meet our new Associate Rector? I sat down with the Rev. Michaelene Miller to ask her a few questions. Please do take time to get to know her!Tell us about your faith...

Giving Thanks for Camp Mitchell

by The Rev. Mary Vano on August 30, 2022

Camp Mitchell on Petit Jean is the camp and conference center for the Diocese of Arkansas, and a beloved holy place for Episcopalians around our state. It provides a place for our children and...

Friends of All Faiths

by The Rev. Mary Vano on August 10, 2022

In 2015, the Interfaith Center of St. Margaret's started working on an innovative idea: a week long day camp to bring kids of different faith traditions together, giving children an opportunity to...

Kris Alexander to lead Early Childhood Center

by The Rev. Mary Vano on August 10, 2022

We are delighted to announce that Ms. Kris Alexander has accepted our call to be the Director of the St. Margaret's Early Childhood Center. Kris has been a member of St. Margaret's for 22 years,...

Lama Tenzin Visits St. Margaret's

by The Rev. Mary Vano on July 20, 2022

On July 6, Buddhist monk and founder of the Children's Education and Development (CED) orphanage Lama Tenzin visited St. Margaret's. Hosted by the Interfaith Center, Lama Tenzin was here to share...

Pentecost Picnic

by Elizabeth Fortune on June 29, 2022

The Holy Spirit was certainly among us during our Pentecost picnic this year! Church members gathered around the Good News Garden and in tents around the lower parking lot for the...

Bird-Friendly Church

by Bev Eckert on June 29, 2022

St. Margaret’s to be recognized as a bird-friendly church by the Arkansas Audubon Society At each Sunday worship service during the Prayers of the People we offer an intercession that...

Women2Women

by Nancy Bullard on June 29, 2022

Shortly after announcing the return of our Women2Women outreach, we received two large donations of sanitary products. Our friends at Harmony Health Clinic were thrilled to receive the products....

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