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St. David's at a Glance
Weekly News | Feb. 10, 2023
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LEGACY SUNDAY
Feb. 19
We will honor in our liturgy and music all the saints in our parish who have left a lasting legacy. As St. David’s celebrates its 175th Anniversary as a parish this year, perhaps now is the perfect time to consider planned giving to the church.
Please come and visit with board members of the St. David’s Church Foundation in Sumners Hall from 10-11 a.m. to learn more about Legacy Giving. At any time you may also contact Eric Malnassy, Director of Stewardship and Planned Giving, at eric.malnassy@stdave.org or (512) 610-3546.
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CONVERSATION WITH THE AUTHOR
Sunday, Feb. 19, 10 a.m., Holy Grounds
Learn about the importance of biblical interpretation for the liberation of LGBTQIA+ people and their Allies.
Join Fr. Chuck in Holy Grounds for a conversation with Dr. Mona West, director of Adult Christian Formation and contributing editor for the newly published second edition of The Queer Bible Commentary.
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The annual Austin Marathon will cause road closures on Sunday, Feb. 19. The easiest rout is to take I35 and exit Cesar Chavez to Trinity St. Click the button below to see the race map. | | |
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HOLY HIKES
Saturday, Feb. 18, 9-10:30 a.m.
Register for location
Holy Hikes occur monthly at different locations throughout the city where participants hike and pray the liturgy, usually Morning Prayer, along the way.
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SHROVE TUESDAY
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 5:30 p.m., Sumners Hall
St. David's Youth Ministry is hosting our annual Shrove Tuesday All-Parish Supper. We'll enjoy some delicious Cajun cuisine prepared by Café Divine and play live bingo with prizes!
We're excited to bring some new ideas and energy into a familiar favorite parish gathering time.
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DR. AMY MOEHNKE'S CELEBRATION
Sunday, Feb. 26
On her last Sunday at St. David's, Dr. Amy Moehnke will preach at all services, 8, 9, and 11:15 a.m.
We will celebrate her ministry together at 10 a.m. in Sumners Hall. Help us wish her goodbye by clicking the link below to upload photos, videos, and messages for Amy by Monday, Feb. 20.
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TIE-DYE PARTY
Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m., private home
In preparation for the 9th annual Day of Service (save the date in your calendar for Saturday, April 29) all are invited, ages 10+, to join Alison Riemersma at her home to join in the tradition of tie-dying shirts for parish volunteers.
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DONATIONS FOR TRINITY CENTER
Trinity Center asks for donations of blankets, jackets, and hygiene items (travel-size shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, toothbrushes, and toothpaste).
Donations can be dropped off in the large basket in the lobby when you come to church.
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TURKEY-SYRIA EARTHQUAKE
Episcopal Relief & Development International Disaster Response is gathering donations after the catastrophic earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
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YOUTH CONFIRMATION CLASSES
Students in grades 10-12
Sundays, 10 a.m., Feb. 26-April 30
This class is for youth interested in confirmation on Sunday, May 7, during Bishop Monterroso's visit to St. David's. This class will be taught by the Rev. Kristin Braun and Sara Cannon. Please contact Kelsey Cooper if you would like to participate in this class.
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SUNDAY YOUTH FORMATION
Sundays, 10 a.m., Youth Room 170
We start with check-ins and sometimes donuts, and then read one of the scripture passages from the lectionary for that Sunday and discuss in depth.
EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY (EYC)
Wednesdays
5:30-6 p.m. Dinner in Sumners Hall
6-7 p.m. Meeting, Room 170
Students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to join us for community building, fellowship, games, and silliness until we wrap up with Compline and a devotional at 7 p.m.
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CHILDREN'S FORMATION
Sundays, 10 a.m., First Floor
Junior Journeys: Age-appropriate, short-term courses that focus on specific topics in children’s walk with and path to God.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Level 1 and Level 2
A Montessori-based, experiential educational program focused on liturgy/scripture.
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SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Save the Date: July 10-14, and 17-21, 2023
This summer, we'll embark on a new voyage with MOANA, JR.!
At this two-week, full-day camp, rising 2nd-8th graders learn and perform a full-length musical, gain valuable skills, and enjoy time with friends old and new.
You're Welcome!
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ONE CHURCH, ONE BOOK
THIS HERE FLESH
Meetings in Lent
Various days/times available online and in person
During Lent, St. David's will read together This Here Flesh by Cole Arthur Riley. In this The New York Times best seller, the author attempts to broaden the understanding of spiritual practices and contemplation by using stories from her African American heritage, scripture, and her own embodied journey as a black woman in American culture.
She will be with us via Zoom on Palm Sunday, April 2, for a conversation with the author.
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FASTING AS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE
Thursdays in Lent
Feb. 23-March 30, Noon-1 p.m.
Guild Parlor and Zoom
This group's goal will be to practice concrete ways of fasting during the Lenten season. Meet weekly to discuss this ancient spiritual practice used across many faith traditions and learn practical applications.
We will ponder how this practice of self-discipline can improve one's spiritual and physical life. The group will incorporate weekly fasts together and reflect on their individual experiences.
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Building Committee Chair Eric Leibrock took this photo of two of the recently-completed plaster column capitals in the Historic Church. This project returns their shape to that of the 1880s to match the restored pointed arches. | | |
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SUPERBOWL BRISKET
Pounders and sandwiches will be available for purchase in Sumners Hall on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 12, until noon.
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EPISCOPALS PALENTINE'S DAY
Thursday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m., offsite
Email Dr. Amy Moehnke for the address
You've heard of Valentine's Day, but you probably haven't heard of Palentine's Day! Come have dinner and celebrate the gift of friendship with other EpiscoPals at a member's home.
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MEN'S GROUP DINNER
Thursday, Feb. 16, 6-8 p.m., Sumners Hall
Email Amy for the address
Join us for monthly fellowship. Help before and after is greatly appreciated. BYOB to enjoy with steak, potato, salad, and dessert.
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Daughters of the King 10:30 a.m., Guild Parlor. Next meeting: March 1
Environmental Guild 12:30-2 p.m. Guild Parlor. Plan environmental stewardship projects. Next meeting: Feb. 19 moved to Feb. 26.
EpiscoPals 7-9 p.m., Thursdays, Guild Parlor. 20-something to 30-something fellowship. Next meetings: Feb. 16
Arbor Terrace Monthly Brunch11 a.m.-1 p.m., Offsite, 4th Saturdays, serve brunch to residents of Arbor Terrace. Next meetings: Feb. 25
GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) 7 p.m., Quarterly Zoom meetings, 2nd Thursdays. Next meeting: April 13
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m., offsite, last Thursdays. Next meetings: Feb. 23, March 30
Men's Group Dinner 6-8 p.m.
Next meeting: Feb. 16
The Middle Place 10-11 a.m., most Sundays, Vestry
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Medieval Reading Group 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, Zoom. A facilitated discussion of The Travels of Marco Polo.
Movie Group 11:15 a.m.-noon, 2nd Sundays, Vestry Room, discuss first-run movies. Contact movies@stdave.org
Pickleball
Wednesdays, Gym, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need. Next meeting: Feb. 25
Sunday Foyers Lunch
Sunday lunchtime fellowship, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. Next lunch: Feb. 12, March 5
Ramp Build 8 a.m.-4 p.m., offsite. Next meetings: Feb. 11 build canceled, March 25
Women's Group 12:30 p.m., meets for lunch on select Sundays in Sumners Hall
Writers Guild 1 p.m., Sundays, Library, for writers and hopefuls
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