WORLD MUSIC ENCOUNTERS

Jan. 7, 2024

5-7 p.m., Historic Church

All Ages, Tickets $10-35

In a recent article, Austin Chronicle reporter Gary Lindsey said of our January World Music Encounters Artist, Ibrahim Aminou, "If Aminou's orature casts a spell, the 21-stringed African instrument, which he handcrafts, definitely serves as a magic wand." Read the full article.

On Jan. 7, come enjoy a concert and interview with Ibrahim Aminou and Seed Africa, traditional West African music from Niger, Ghana, and Guinea played on the 21-string kora and balaphone (a sort-of traditional xylophone). Gidi Agbeko will join Aminou on stage. Agbeko is a master drummer from Southeast Ghana.

PRIME TIMER POTLUCK

Sunday, Jan. 14

5:30-8 p.m., Private Home

For this BYOB gathering, if you wish, you may bring a Christmas ornament with a story to share.

THURSDAY LUNCH IN JANUARY

11:30-1 p.m. Sumners Hall (third floor)

This public lunch meets first and third Thursdays. There will be no lunch on Jan. 4.

Join us for the next lunch on Thursday, Jan. 18.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS HEARTS THIS DECEMBER!

Read a message from Director of Community Engagement and Advocacy Dianne Hardy Garcia thanking volunteers for reaching beyond the walls of our church to give back to the community.

"As we continue to celebrate Christmas, I want to take a moment to say thank you for your generosity in deeds and in gifts this holiday season."

CELEBRATE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY WITH US

Monday, Jan. 15

Gather at 9:15 a.m., Texas State Capitol.

St. David’s Episcopal Church invites everyone who can to join with St. James Episcopal Church as we jointly participate in Austin’s Annual Martin Luther King Community Celebration. 

We will gather on the south steps of the Texas Capitol at 9:15am under St. James’ red and gold banner to participate in the annual MLK March. The MLK March proceeds across 11th St. to Huston Tillotson University to the MLK Community Festival. All MLK celebrants are invited to park in St. David’s parking garage at no cost on Jan. 15. 

Marching together to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy is a wonderful way to uplift and support the beautiful diversity of our city. If you have any questions, please contact Dianne Hardy-Garcia or call 512.610.3500, ext. 169.

SUNAY CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

Formation resumes Jan. 7

Sundays

10-11 a.m., First Floor

• Ages 3-9 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
• Age 3-1st Grade Junior Journey
• 2nd-5th Grades Junior Journey

Thank you for supporting our mission of spreading God’s love in our community and making St. David’s your charity of choice in the giving season.

2023 End-of-Year Gifts to St. David's

To have your gift recorded as part of your 2023 giving, please remember the following based on IRS rules:

• Cash and check gifts given in person must be received by Friday at 4 p.m. on Dec. 29, 2023.
• Mailed checks must be DATED and POSTMARKED on or before Dec. 30, 2023.
• Credit/debit card gifts are recognized on the day the gift was made. To be recorded as a 2023 gift it must be made prior to midnight on Dec. 30, 2023.
• Stock gifts are recorded on the day the stock was transferred to St. David’s Episcopal Church and must be received by St. David’s by Dec. 30, 2023.
• Questions? Contact Eric Malnassy at

512-610-3546 or stewardship@stdave.org.

ST. DAVID'S CORE VALUES LECTURE SERIES

In the season after Epiphany, we will focus on some of David’s six core values.

Practicing Authenticity, Belonging, and Connection

Sunday, Jan. 7

10 a.m., Crail C and Zoom

Speakers: Rebecca Hall, Director of The Abbey at St. David's, Janet Davis, and Lynda Young Kaffie. Learn how the work of The Abbey embodies the core value of "being intentionally connected to God and one another through the love of Christ."

THE ABBEY: COMMUNITY CONVERSATION

SPIRITUALITY IN A TIME OF WAR

Tuesday, Jan. 2

5 p.m. Zoom

Irit Umani, Israeli Jew, Buddhist practitioner, life-long peace activist and meditator, an embodiment of contemplation in action will speak to The Abbey about what effect the war between Israel and Palestine is having on her spirituality. She will lead us in a discussion about remaining connected to our shared humanity and divine love in times such as these.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

175th DIOCESAN COUNCIL

Feb. 9-10, 2024

Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave.

In early February, the diocesan community will convene to further the mission of the Episcopal Church in Texas. Diocesan Council can’t happen without volunteers. No experience is required. Most volunteer shifts are four hours. There is no registration fee for volunteers.

VESTRY NOMINATIONS OPEN

The vestry is the church’s “Board of Directors” and includes a Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Treasurer, and Clerk. Vestry candidates must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled confirmed communicants in good standing of the parish.

Please consider nominees for these important positions and encourage others to submit their names. Self-nominations are also encouraged.

If you wish to run for the Vestry or Diocesan Council, please download this packet, email Catherine Roberts, or call 512.610.3530 by noon on Jan. 14, 2024.

SAVE THE DATE FOR ECKHARDT

Feb. 3-4, 2024

Our 2024 Eckhardt Mission Series speaker will be The Very Reverend Cynthia Briggs Kittredge,

dean and president of Seminary of the Southwest. The Rev. Briggs Kittredge will offer lectures and join us for dinner on Saturday, Feb. 3, 5-7 p.m., and preach and offer a lecture in Crail Hall on Sunday, Feb. 4.

More information and registration coming soon.

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