Greetings!
In our gospel, Jesus turns a legalistic question about the afterlife into a window on eternity. The Sadducees were concerned about how things work in heaven - who will be married to whom? They get lost in the weeds, tripped up on details they cannot know.
Jesus reminds us that God's reality is much bigger than our own, beyond our imagination. We aren't given much detail about heaven, but are reassured that resurrection is a reality, that God is the God of the living, and that we can be assured of God's presence and love in this life and whatever comes after.
Rather than spend our lives trying to work our way into the next life, how would it be to practice living in God's presence in our lives right now? Where is resurrection happening this moment - darkness turning to light, hearts softened to forgive, new chances where we thought there were none? Living in God's presence, here and now, we might just glimpse heaven on earth.
Blessings,
Mary Kay+
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2019 AMARYLLIS & WREATH FUNDRAISER
November 16, 17, 23 & 24
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All proceeds from the sale of the amaryllis bulbs and wreaths go directly to support the contemplative and vegetable Restoring Eden Garden, which is a self-funded ministry. They will be available for purchase after services in the narthex starting on 11/16.
- Amaryllis bulbs are $20
- Christmas Wreaths are $25
Thank you for your ongoing support of the Restoring Eden Garden Project. Your generous donations help keep the garden growing. Join the Restoring Eden Garden Team on Sunday, November 17th for coffee hour to learn more about this ministry.
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Wednesday, November 13th
12 pm Centering prayer
4:30 pm Communion Class
6:45 pm Confirmation Class
9 pm Compline (via Facebook)
Thursday, November 14th
6 pm Handbell practice
7 pm Festival/Adult choir practice
Saturday, November 16th
10 am Pageant rehearsal
2 pm Master Singers Concert
6 pm Saturdays @ Six service
Sunday, November 17th
9 am Contemporary Service
10:10 am Community 101/Sunday School/BnB
11 am Traditional Service w/Children's
Chapel
4 pm AA meeting
7 pm NA meeting
Monday, November 18th
9:30 am Women's Bible Study
4:30 pm Cherub choir
5 pm WOW choir
7 pm Seraphim choir
8 pm AA meeting
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From the Rector:
One of our St. David's parishioners has recently been put on the kidney transplant list. At their request, we are putting out a call for living donors. We realize that considering this kind of gift is a true act of love. If you or someone you know would be interested in learning more about how to be a living donor, please contact
Rev. Mary Kay
. Thank you for your prayers.
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Our next Messy Church service will take place on Friday, 11/22, 5:30 pm - 7 pm. Join us for a fall harvest theme celebration. The Messy Church service is a church service for individuals of all ages. For questions or to register please email
messychurch@sdlife.org
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Any singers wishing to participate in the music for Christmas services (Lessons & Carols and/or Christmas Eve services) are encouraged to attend rehearsals on Thursday evenings from 7-7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Music is provided and any high school or adult singers are welcome. Please come share your talent during this time of preparation for this most wonderful time of the year! Contact
Jack Walton
for more information.
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Altar Guild Ministry Leader Needed
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The Altar Guild is looking for a new leader! Duties include coordinating with the church office for upcoming events and with the team assigned to that week as well as make sure all supplies are in stock for setting up and cleaning up for the Sunday services. Training will be provided.
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The next Service Sunday event is scheduled for 11/24! This is a great way to give thanks in advance of Thanksgiving! Details to follow!
Do you have a recent high school graduate and/or young adult at college? We’d like to send them some prayers (and other things) before exams this December. Send their name and address to Fr. Will at
wpackard@sdlife.org
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There are only two places still available for our pilgrimage Oct. 15-25, 2020 to Jerusalem. If you are interested in joining us please let Rev. Mary Kay know by November 20. We will be taking the 'Footsteps of Jesus' course at St. Georges College. Go to
saintgeorgescollegejerusalem.com
for more information on this spiritual, historical and cultural journey, or contact
Rev. Mary Kay.
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SING ALONG with the 9AM BAND!
Here are the songs which will be included at the 9AM service. Happy practicing!
Happy practicing!
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Sunday School Teachers Needed
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The winter session of Christian Education Sunday School for ages 4 through 5th grade will begin on Sunday 1/5 at 10:10 am. We will meet in the preschool. If you are interested in becoming part of our amazing teaching team please email Maureen at
mcarey@sdlife.org
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We need volunteers to help out at the DC Central Kitchen on the following date:
11/22
- 11 am to 5 pm - 2 volunteers
Please email
Will Samson
for more information or if you are able to help.
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5th Annual God and Cod - Feast of St. Andrew
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Men and boys of St. David's and guests, get your tickets now!! On Sunday, Nov. 24 at 1 pm we will be feasting on Roasted Oysters, Fried Cod, Seafood Gumbo, Hushpuppies and Slaw. All you can eat, $20 (boys < 16 just $10). Bring your favorite beverage!! See a member of the
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
for tickets. Must buy in advance!!
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In recent months, many churches have reported instances of “phishing,” where parishioners received emails that claim to be from their priest asking for money in the form of gift cards, donations or wire transfers. Such emails are NOT the way that clergy request support from parishioners. Sometimes, the email address these messages come from is a clue, but sometimes it is hard to tell. When in doubt, call the church office to get the facts before sending money in any form. And if there is a request to click on a link, do not do so!
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Please join us Saturday, 11/30 from 3-5pm for our kickoff to Advent fellowship event “Community Karaoke!” All ages are welcome to come and sing their favorite songs, whether they be family friendly tunes from popular culture or church hymns. We will have a karaoke DJ as well as a live pianist to facilitate any song on your heart. We encourage you to bring your family and friends and snacks are welcome to be shared in the Narthex. Please contact
youthchoir@sdlife.org
if you have any questions.
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St. David’s Scout Troop 58 is alive and strong! Established in 2014, Troop 58 is one of the newest scouting troops in the area. You may have seen the scouts from the troop in and around the church as they hold service days each spring and fall, helping to keep the church grounds looking great. They also served as the color guard for the Margaret Mercer historical marker celebration. Their Courts of Honor, held in the sanctuary, recognize the achievements of the boys as they advance through the ranks. And have the boys advanced! In 2018, the scouts earned 143 merit badges, not to mention the achievements of the 50 boys who advanced through the ranks from Tenderfoot through Eagle.
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