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St. David's at a Glance
Weekly News | June 9, 2023
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NEW DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND ADVOCACY
This week a message was sent to the parish welcoming Dianne Hardy-Garcia as our new director of community engagement and advocacy. Dianne is a longtime community organizer, advocate, and strategist with more than three decades of experience working for social justice and equality on local, state, and national levels.
Her first day at St. David’s will be July 5. Her first Sunday will be July 9, when she will be introduced to the parish at the 9 and 11:15 a.m. services.
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THE NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
HOLY EUCHARIST, RITE II
Saturday, June 24
7:30 p.m., Bethell Hall
Organist and Interim Choirmaster Eric Mellenbruch offers an enriching guide to the music that is being prepared for this evening service, celebrating one of the oldest festivals of the Christian church.
The Nativity of St John the Baptist is one of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus which find expression in the Church’s cycle of feasts. Like several other such events recounted in Luke’s Gospel, it is an occasion of song: the tongue of Zechariah, John’s father, is loosed, and he responds with the canticle ‘Blessed be the Lord God of Israel’, which became part of the Church’s daily prayers. A modern hymn-paraphrase of this song; other hymns, chants, and a splendid Renaissance motet; and the lessons and compelling Collect celebrate not only John’s birth, but also his role as Forerunner of Our Lord and a powerful prophet and example in his own right.
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PERCEPTIONS ON AGING WITH A FOCUS ON THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
Wednesday, June 14
6:30 p.m., Crail C
All are welcome to this The Open Table lecture featuring Rob Faubion from AGE of Central Texas presenting on Perceptions on Aging with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community and also how caregivers have an important role to play in providing ongoing support for older adults.
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THE OPEN TABLE SUMMER BOOK READ
Book discussion: Wednesday July 26
6:30 p.m., Zoom
This summer, as part of The Open Table LGBTQ+ formation program, we will read the book "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous," by Ocean Vuong.
"On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous" is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family’s history that began before he was born — a history whose epicenter is rooted in Vietnam — and serves as a doorway into parts of his life his mother has never known, all of it leading to an unforgettable revelation.
Join us for an online discussion of the book Wednesday, July 26.
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WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS FOR TODAY
June 7-Aug. 2
6:30 p.m. Zoom ONLY
Join Dr. Mona West as we explore the relevance of the Ten Commandments for today. We will be exploring the ways in which these ancient laws can still guide us as we navigate current issues such as climate change, human rights, and the economy.
This weekly study is offered online only.
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SUMMER LECTURE SCHEDULE
Click on a topic to learn more and register for zoom links.
Listen to recorded lectures when you subscribe to our Adult Christian Formation Podcast.
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SOUTHSIDE FAMILY PLAYDATE
Saturday, June 24 New Date: July 1
10:30 a.m., Sunset Valley Playground
Behind Doc's Backyard Grill (5207 Brodie Ln)
Parents and Kids, let’s meet up for some Saturday socializing, playtime, and treats. No registration is required. Hope you can join us!
Sign up for our Children's and Family Ministry newsletter for more information about future summer playdates.
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YOUTH BARBIE MOVIE WATCH
Sunday afternoon, July 30, offsite
Students in grades 6-12 (including rising 6th graders) are invited to watch the new live-action Barbie movie in theaters on July 30. Details as to which theater and showing will be announced closer to the date. St. David's will cover snacks and tickets for students and their friends. Parents are also welcome to attend.
To get all the latest information sign up for our Youth Ministry newsletter.
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SUMMER CHOIR ANNOUNCEMENT
Do you like to sing? Has anyone ever told you that you should join the choir? Have you sung in a choir before, or are you curious to see what it’s like? Summer Choir is a great opportunity for adults and teens to participate in choir for a few months. We know some people travel during the summer and may miss a week here and there. We’ll typically rehearse each Wednesday for the following Sunday, and at a more relaxed pace.
Rehearsals are Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m. starting June 7, and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for the 11:15 Eucharist. If you’re interested, please contact Mark Wischkaemper.
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Thanks to everyone who has generously supported the capital campaign to renovate our Historic Church. The project is on schedule to be completed in July as planned!
Because we’re nearing the end of construction, all our payments are coming due. We ask those who can to complete their pledge. This will enable the church to reduce the amount we have to borrow for a bridge loan.
For any questions regarding this, please contact Director of Stewardship and Planned Giving Eric Malnassy.
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ENVIRONMENTAL GUILD QUARTERLY PLANNING MEETING
Sunday, June 11
12:30 p.m., Guild Parlor
The Environmental Guild meets quarterly to discuss our impact, outreach, and goals. They also host the Creation Care Fair in October and avidly watch and sponsor some beautiful bees. New members are always welcome to join us.
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Daughters of the King 10:30 a.m., Guild Parlor. Next meeting: TBD
Environmental Guild 12:30-2 p.m. Guild Parlor. Plan environmental stewardship projects. Next meeting: June 11
EpiscoPals 7-9 p.m., Thursdays, offsite. 20-something to 30-something fellowship. Next meeting: July 20
Arbor Terrace Monthly Brunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m., offsite, 4th Saturdays, serve brunch to residents of Arbor Terrace. Next meeting: June 24
GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) 7 p.m., Quarterly Zoom meetings, 2nd Thursdays. Next meeting: July 13
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m., offsite, last Thursdays. Next meeting: June 29
Men's Group Dinner 6-8 p.m.
Next meeting: June 15
Medieval Reading Group Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Zoom, Read The Mabinogion
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Movie Group 11:15 a.m.-noon, 2nd Sundays, Vestry Room, discuss first-run movies. Next meeting: June 11
Next-to-New Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times
Pickleball
Wednesdays, Gym, 6-8:30 p.m.
On hiatus July-Aug.
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need. Next meeting: TBD
Sunday Foyers Lunch
Sunday lunchtime fellowship, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. Next lunch: June 24
Trinity Center Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times, Next Trinity Center Streets Eucharist: June 11
Ramp Build 8 a.m.-4 p.m., offsite. Next build: June 17
Women's Group 12:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. Next meeting: Aug. 27
Writers Guild 1 p.m., Sundays, Library, for writers and hopefuls
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