JOIN US FOR UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Dr. Amy Moehnke invites the parish to take part in two prayerful events next week. |
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PROPHETIC WORDS
THE REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.: A Time to Listen, Reflect, and Pray
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Monday, Jan. 18, noon
During this virtual event we will hear the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. read portions of his “Letter From a Birmingham Jail” followed by a time of reflection and prayer on how we can honor his legacy by continuing the work he began. You are invited to stay for the entire hour, or just part of it, as your schedule allows.
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COVID-19 TRIBUTE PRAYER LIST AND BELL RINGING |
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On Tuesday, Jan. 19, St. David’s will participate in a national event honoring those who have died of Covid-19. Starting at 4:30 p.m., we will ring the church bell and read aloud the names of our friends and loved ones who have died of this devastating disease. This will be livestreamed through the St. David’s Facebook page, and all are invited to tune in and participate in the event.
If you would like to submit a name to be read, please use the button below.
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Click the button below to learn more about worship, special services, events, and ways to connect during the season of Epiphany (Jan. 6-Feb. 16). |
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MISS THE FIRST SACRED VOICES CONCERT?
FEBRUARY 6 / CHAZ NAILOR
Arias from Elijah and African-American spirituals
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Without Buddha I Couldn't Be a Christian
Monday evenings, 7-8 p.m., Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25. This group will focus on spiritual practices from both traditions, including both the practice of meditation and the engaged practice of transforming the world to relieve suffering.
Exploring Religion through Art
Wednesday evenings, 6-7 p.m., Jan. 13-Feb. 10 Join us for a fun exploration of religion through a variety of art mediums including, painting, sculpture, performance art, prints, and more.
Medieval Reading Group: The Poem of
the Cid
Thursdays, 10:30-12:30 p.m., Jan. 14-Feb. 4.
Medieval Reading Group crosses the Pyrenees this winter to study the Spanish national epic.
White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity
Thursday evenings, 7-8:15 p.m.
Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, and 11
In this book group, we’ll read Robert P. Jones’ White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity to discuss this challenging topic.
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RACIAL HEALING CIRCLES THROUGH THE BELOVED COMMUNITY |
Sundays, Jan. 17-April 18, 2-4 p.m.
No meetings for Spring Break and Easter
This offering consists of 3 sessions devoted to building the trust among participants that is important for sustaining discussions on difficult topics, conducted in a safe, loving Christian environment, in which everyone will have opportunities to share personal experiences about racial issues they may have experienced; followed by 9 sessions examining the history and consequences for Native Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans, and Asian Americans.
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NEW AT THE ABBEY
THE CLOUD OF UNKNOWING READING GROUP
Sundays, Feb. 7-April 18, 10-11 a.m.
Join fellow spiritual seekers for a close reading of The Cloud of Unknowing, a fourteenth-century masterpiece of Christian mysticism. We will be using Carmen Acevedo Butcher’s translation.
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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.
GIVE ONLINE: If you have trouble giving online on Sunday, please give at a later time or consider a recurring donation through your bank. We apologize for this inconvenience. Text STDAVE to 73256
If you are not already giving, please consider making St. David's your giving priority this year. Contact Director of Stewardship April Kerwin.
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Sundays, 10-10:15 a.m.
After the Sunday online worship service we offer Children’s Chapel with Amanda Wischkaemper, our director for Children’s Ministry.
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CHILDREN'S FORMATION CLASSES
Sundays, 10:15-11:10 a.m.
Junior Journey classes (on Zoom) begin after Children's Chapel
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The Jesse Tree (Ages 3-Kindergarten) – In Advent and Christmastide our class will learn of God’s plan of Salvation and explore the Christmas story.
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Advent with the Animals (1st-5th grades) – Celebrate Advent and Christmas by listening to the story of Jesus' birth, as told by the animals who saw it all happen!
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The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Ecclesiola (Level I: Ages 3-6, Level II: Ages 6-9) – Ecclesiola referred to "little church." The early Church understood that the home was fertile ground for discipleship, sanctification, and holiness.
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Tuesday
Enjoy a weekly bedtime story, prayers, and goodnight song on Facebook.
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Weekly EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
EYC Youth are invited to bring dinner and gather weekly for check-ins, devotionals, games, and fellowship.
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Café Divine and Holy Grounds
Lunch | Dinner | Gifts | Coffee To Go
Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
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DRINK OF THE MONTH
Salted Caramel Latte
Enjoy creamy, salted caramel goodness, mixed with Italian espresso and steamed milk. Add whipped cream for extra sweetness.
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Only 2 more weeks left to use promo code HOLIDAYS20 to receive 30% off Holy Grounds holiday gifts, books, and more! Use the code at checkout. |
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MEN'S GROUP DINNER ONLINE
Next meeting: Jan. 21, 7 P.m.
Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
Login to visit with Father Chuck, Father Cameron, and Chef Ray online, as well as a dozen or more good friends from St. David’s. Bring your dinner and a beverage for the call if you like. See you online! Contact mensgroup@stdave.org.
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NEXT-TO-NEW SHOP CLOSED
DEC. 31-JAN. 30 (closure extended)
Next-to-New is closed in response to the City of Austin moving to COVID-19 Risk Level 5.
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