St. David's Episcopal Church ~ Youth Ministry News

Hello Friend!

WELCOME HOME!  This past Sunday was a great time of connecting and reconnecting with new folks and old friends.  If you did not have a chance to stop by to see all that we have in store for you this year, it's not too late!  Included here is some of what we have available.  Also, around the church you may see some blue folders...pick one up.  It has some helpful information in there for you.

I hope your first few days of school have been good and you're able to get into a good rhythm.

As a reminder ~ we do not have any youth formation this week (8/31). 

Youth Forums begin September 7th.  All ages should meet in the Youth Room (#170) for a brief time of community (including doughnuts!), prayer and then we will adjourn to separate areas for age appropriate conversations.
~ God's Peace, Duana 

PS: Here is a link In case you want a copy of our new Youth Ministry flyer!   
This Week: Aug 27 - Sept 3
Aug. 27:  (today!) Songfest with Chef and Rick Patrick.  Any musician (any instrument) or singer is invited to come and join in the jam session. Meet in Bethell at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
(I went last week...it was a blast!)
 
Aug. 31:  No Formation or Breakfast (Labor Day Weekend)
 
Sept. 1: Church office closed.
 

Austin ISD closed.  (Enjoy your day off!)

Please note:
 
If you were unable to join us on Sunday, it's not too late to update your information and get registered for our Youth Forums.  Registration is not a requirement for participation in Sunday morning or Wednesday evening offerings; however, it is required for travel and participation in any activity we may do offsite.  I know we are all up to our eyes in forms with school getting started, so we have arranged it so you can do it online.  See directions in the link below.  Please contact me with questions. 
  
Holy Grounds Gift Card Winners!
 
 This past Sunday, I offered students a chance to win $5 gift cards to Holy Grounds Coffee Shop if you signed up to
"Get Involved!"
Seventeen (17) students signed up to get involved in many areas:  Usher/greeter, Altar Guild, Acolyte, HS Mission Trip, Youth Council and other leadership opportunities.  The good news, it's not too late if you're interested and couldn't get by!  Call or email me and let's talk about where you can plug in.
  
The winners are:
 

Dylan Torres

Ben Carsner

Smith Pittman

Evan Scariano

Eric Draeger

 

CONGRATULATIONS!

*See me to collect!*

 

Thank you also to our faithful adults that signed up to be part of our leadership and home hosts.  Your participation and support are priceless!

Upcoming Diocesan Events
St. David's stands behind students participating in Diocesan Events.  Please consider participating in on of those listed below.  If you have questions, please let me know.  If we have enough interest, we can rent a van and all go together!

 

 

Happening #145
 High School only

Nov. 21 - 23

Location: Camp Allen

Registration Info

 

 

Youth Encounter Spirit

(YES) #114
 Middle School only

Nov. 21 -23

Location: Camp Allen

Registration Info
Cross Words
So, school has started and we're off and running!  We might be at a new school or one we know.  Maybe we're the 'new kid on the block', or have lots of old friends.  Either way, we have a fresh start; a clean slate.  What we do with it is up to us. We are in charge!
  
Consider this:
"You will definitely enjoy what you've worked hard for- you'll be happy; and things will go well for you."
Psalm 128:2

 

Now, admittedly, not always do we get what we think we deserve when we work hard, but hard work makes us tired in a good way; knowing we have done our best.  There is a New Zealand prayer that says: "What has been done has been done, let it be."  We can take comfort in that.  So, do your best and "things will go well for you".
  
  Praying you enjoy the fruits of your hard work and that things go well for you!

Contact Us
St. David's Episcopal Church
(512) 610-3500
or email Duana