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NEWCOMER RECOGNITION
If you started attending St. David's in the last 6 months or so, we would like to share your name and picture with the congregation in the Friday, May 13 issue of our e-newsletter. To be included, please send your name and picture to Dr. Amy Moehnke ( amy.m@stdave.org) by Sunday, May 8. |
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EARTH DAY SUNDAY LECTURE
Next Sunday, April 24, 10 a.m.
Crail C and Zoom
In conjunction with Earth Day, Aaron Friar of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will share the story of the Powderhorn Ranch property and the ways it will be a true natural asset for current and future generations to enjoy. Sponsored by St. David's Environmental Guild. The Environmental Guild will meet Sunday, April 24, at 12:30 p.m. in the Guild Parlor.
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HOLY KAYAK
May 14, 8 a.m., Lady Bird Lake
Holy Kayaks is a liturgical, riverine experience that we are holding on Lady Bird Lake. We will immerse ourselves in God’s magnificent creation in the heart of Austin in the company of cormorants, coots, and swans. We will paddle between Mopac Pedestrian Bridge and Red Bud Isle where Father Santi Rodriguez will lead us in Morning Prayer. We’ll launch from Texas Rowing Center. Bring your own kayak or rent one: solo kayaks are $15/hour; tandems are $20/hour. Invite a friend.
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HOLY HIKES
Third Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m., meets rain or shine
We will hold liturgical hikes throughout the year to immerse ourselves in what John Muir called God’s “first temples.” We meet on the third Saturday of the month. The location changes each month. The plan is to offer a Eucharist (following the liturgy similar to communion groups) as part of a hike. Register for specific hike directions/instructions. The next Holy Hike is at Pease Park on May 21.
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CHILDREN'S CHOIRS' SPRING MUSICAL
Saturday, April 30, 3-4 p.m. in Bethell Hall
The Children’s Choirs will present The Story Tellin’ Man, a musical by Ken Medema. All are invited to come and enjoy the parables of Jesus, performed by our awesome kids! Mark your calendars, and bring the whole family for an afternoon of music and fun. Learn about our children's choirs.
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SPRING MIDDAY MUSIC
All concerts are Thursdays at noon in the Historic Church Midday Music, This series of half-hour concerts by distinguished musicians is St. David’s gift to the community.
May 5
Dynamic Duets
Sacred duets sung by St David’s Directors of Music
David Stevens, tenor, & Mark Wischkaemper, baritone
May 12
Cool Keys
Solo piano show with a vivacious and versatile artist
Dan Redner, jazz pianist
May 19
Twofer Trilogy
Renaissance motets sung by our professional vocal ensemble,
paired with period organ arrangements of the same works
Voices of St David’s with Eric Mellenbruch, organist
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WORKSHOP: SACRED SCRIPTURE - PRAYING THE WORD
May 22, 2-5 p.m. Vestry Room
This workshop led by Sr. Mary Magdalene will have the recovery community as its primary audience. Participants will be introduced to two practices of praying scripture: Lectio Divina (Benedictine - both scholastic and monastic styles) and Imaginative Reading (Ignatian). The second practice will take various stories in the bible and ask participants to imagine they are in the story.
The workshop will be followed by a service of Holy Eucharist for the Recovery Community in Grace Chapel at 5 p.m. with The Rev. Carol Petty as Celebrant.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
April 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Vestry/Zoom
Study the parables of Jesus taking into account their original context and what they mean for us today.
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Our weekly parish dinner will return on May 4
5:30-6:30 p.m., Sumners Hall
Gather with friends in Sumners Hall when you come to church for Bible study, choir rehearsals, and other Wednesday evening church events.
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YOUTH MISSION EXPERIENCE
Save the Date for the Youth Mission Experience this summer! We'll be gathering at St. David's July 8-10 for all your favorite parts of a mission trip (minus the travel):
- goofy games with friends
- late night bonding
- serving our neighbors
- sleeping on air mattresses
- snacks
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SUNDAY YOUTH MINISTRY
Sundays, 10-11 a.m., Youth Room
All middle and high school youth are welcome to gather for formation, program, and check-ins. Contact Kelsey for more information or if you have questions.
EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY (EYC)
Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. Middle and high school students eat dinner together in Sumners Hall. If you need dinner? Contact youth@stdave.org. After dinner, we will head to the Youth Room for check-ins, games, and fellowship.
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SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
All classes are Sundays, 10-11 a.m., 1st Floor or Zoom
Harry Potter and The Way of Love: Please join Ms. Kari as we explore lessons from scripture and Presiding Bishop Curry’s “Way of Love,” through the stories of Harry Potter.
Online Sunday School for young children (Zoom): Please join Mrs. Elaine and Mr. Rex via Zoom for fellowship, music, and stories from the Bible!
Online Sunday School for school-aged children (Zoom): Please join Ms. Mary via Zoom for fellowship, a lively discussion of Bible stories and themes, the “critter of the week.”
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Childcare will be provided every Sunday from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for children ages 2 months through 3 years of age. First floor, Room 115. Temperature checks and a brief health form will be required. Questions? Contact Childcare Coordinator Laura Lancaster Faulk
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SUMMER CAMPS AT ST. DAVID'S |
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS)
June 6-10
VBS at St. David’s is an unforgettable week of games, stories, crafts, music, science, and fun. Children through 5th grade are invited to join us; youth in 6th-12th grades are invited to volunteer as helpers. Contact Amanda Wischkaemper.
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SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS July 11-22
Summer Performing Arts is BACK! During this two-week day camp, rising 2nd through 8th graders will learn and perform a full-length musical, gain valuable skills, and enjoy time with friends old and new. Austin summers may be hot, but at St. David’s we’ll be Frozen, for sure. Contact Amanda Wischkaemper.
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CAMP ST. DAVID'S
August 8-12
Camp St. David’s is a fun summer camp with age-appropriate activities for children ages 2-11 years old.
The cost for each camper is $225 per week. There are different activities each week within an overall theme. Make new friends and keep in touch with old friends. Contact Laura Lancaster Faulk.
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SPRING INTO MINISTRY WITH
MINISTRY SUNDAY – MAY 15
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Eric Malnassy,
Interim Director of Stewardship and Planned Giving
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Thank you for your generosity to God and St. David's Episcopal Church. Your gifts support our mission-critical ministries.
MAIL TO 301 E. 8th Street, Austin, Texas 78701.
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OPEN TABLE PRESENTATION
Legislative Climate in TX
May 18: Library, 6:30 p.m.
Sarah Kapostasy and Jim Norman will be providing an update on the current legislative climate in Texas regarding LGBTQ+ issues.
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Environmental Guild Help plan environmental stewardship projects. Meets quarterly, next meeting: April 24
EpiscoPals 7 p.m., Every other Tuesday, in person at various locations. 20-something to 30-something fellowship
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m. Offsite, last Thursdays, next dates: April 28, May 26
Men's Group Dinner 6-8 p.m., Labyrinth or Sumners Hall, 3rd Thursdays, next meeting: May 19
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Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
April 28
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need, next meeting: April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, Aug. 27, Sept. 24
Women's Group 12:30 p.m., Sundays, Vestry Room and Zoom, next meetings: April 24, May 22
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Upcoming Fundraising Events |
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2022 Barbara Jordan Celebration
TRINITY CENTER FUNDRAISER
Wednesday, April 27, 5:30 p.m., Sumners Hall
This year we will celebrate Trinity Center's ever-diligent service to the Austin Community. Please join us for cocktails, good food, and good company as we raise money in support of our neighbors' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. This year we are also celebrating the coming retirement of Executive Director Irit Umani. She will share her own journey of 12 years at the helm of Trinity Center. Visit trinitycenteraustin.org to purchase tickets or to sponsor the event.
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STARY NIGHTS SUPPORTING CAMP ALLEN
Thursday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. at County Line BBQ on Lake Austin
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