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AUGUST HOLY KAYAK
THIS Saturday, Aug. 20, 8-10 a.m.
A liturgical, riverine experience on Lady Bird Lake on Lady Bird Lake. Bring your own kayak or rent one: solo kayaks are $15/hour; tandems are $20/hour. Invite a friend.
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PRIDE WORSHIP, FESTIVAL, & PARADE
THIS Saturday, Aug. 20
Pride Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Fiesta Gardens
St. David's will host a booth at the Pride Festival.
Pride Eucharist, 6:30 p.m., Bethell Hall
St. David's will be marching this Saturday, Aug. 20, with other local Episcopal churches in the Austin Pride Parade.
There will be a Pride worship service at 6:30 p.m. in Bethell Hall before the parade. Free garage parking for the service. Validate at front desk w/ license plate info.
stdave.org/openandaffirming
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Parking is free in the garage when you come to church for worship and Wednesday evening events. You do not need to scan anything to park in the garage. Questions? Please contact worshipevents@stdave.org or call the Front Desk at 512.610.3500. | | |
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HISTORIC CHURCH RENOVATION UPDATE
- The surface lot has been partially closed
- Scaffolding has gone up around the Historic Church
- Church furnishings and the old organ console have been removed
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The triptych paintings above the altar have been stored safely
- Grace Chapel furnishings and carpet have been removed
- Historic tile was found under the carpet!
Read the full report from the Building Committee and see photos at stdave.org/building
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AUGUST FAMILY SUMMER PLAYDATE (North)
Saturday, Aug. 27, 10-Noon
Mary Branch Park, Mueller
Let’s get together for some laid-back Saturday socializing and playtime at the Mueller Lake Park Playground, located at 2006 Philomena St., Austin TX 78723.
Coffee and treats provided.
Email Amanda with questions.
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EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY (EYC)
Wednesdays
5:30-6 p.m. Dinner in Sumners Hall
6-7 p.m. Meeting, Room 170
RETURN TO SUNDAY YOUTH FORMATION
Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m., Youth Room 170
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WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY WITH KRISTIN BRAUN
Wednesdays, Aug. 17-Sept. 28
6:30-7:30 p.m., Guild Parlor and Zoom
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SING OUT: WHY AND HOW WE SING IN CHURCH
Sunday, Aug. 21-Sept. 11
10-11 a.m., Crail C
Join Director of Music, Bethell Hall, Mark Wischkaemper in Crail C as we explore the history of singing in church and learn (or refresh) what all those dots and lines on a page of music mean. We’ll talk about the development of congregational music in church and how to use the rich liturgical tool that is the Hymnal 1982, and get into some basics of sight-reading so you will feel more comfortable making a joyful noise unto the Lord every Sunday.
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EPISCOPAL 101
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION AND MORE!
Sunday, Aug. 28-Oct. 23, 10-11 a.m., Crail A
This class is for anyone interested in being confirmed or received by a Bishop, as well as those interested in learning the basics of The Episcopal Church for the first time or as a refresher.
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WOMEN'S RETREAT
Sept. 16-18, Mo-Ranch in the Texas Hill Country
Led by Pastor Angela, this retreat is a chance for women of the parish to get away for rest, relaxation, and fellowship.
Schedule
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Friday, Sept. 16: Meet at Mo-Ranch by 4 p.m. Carpool options available.
- Saturday, Sept. 17: Activities conclude on this day
- Sunday, Sept. 18: All welcome to stay until 11 a.m.
Registration Fee includes all meals and lodging for the weekend. A few spots left. Scholarships available.
- $375 (single)
- $250 (double)
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MEN'S RETREAT
Sept. 30-Oct. 2, Mo-Ranch in the Texas Hill Country
Join the men of St. David’s Church for good food, fellowship, and spiritual sharing for a weekend retreat led by Father Chuck.
- Friday, Sept. 30: Check in at Mo-Ranch by 3 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 2: Retreat concludes at 11 a.m.
Registration fee includes all meals and lodging. Limited to 20 spaces. Registration closes on Monday, Aug. 29.
- $375 (single)
- $250 (double)
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CONTEMPLATIVE RETREAT
Facilitated by Dr. Mona West, we will observe a rhythm of prayer, reflection, and solitude during our time together.
Schedule
- Friday Oct. 7 starting at 3 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 9 ending at Noon
Registration Fee includes two nights lodging in a private room and six meals. Spaces limited to 15 participants, register by Sept. 23.
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Eric Malnassy
Director of Stewardship and Planned Giving
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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CONTINUATION
Thank you for the generous support shown to St. David’s in our campaign to close the gap of about one million dollars in funding for the repair and renovation of the church.
We are happy to share that we have reached our Capital Campaign Continuation goal of $1 million dollars thanks to the generosity of our parish community! Every little bit helps so if you have not had a chance to give, please prayerfully consider participating to support this campaign for the renovation and repair of the Historic Church.
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PICKLEBALL INTEREST MEETING
Wednesday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m., Sumners Hall
If you play pickleball or are interested in learning, join us for an interest meeting to see how we might offer this at St. David's.
Fill out an interest form to learn more.
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PARISH MOVIE NIGHT
Sunday, Aug. 28, 5:30 p.m., Sumners Hall
The summer One Church One Book series will conclude with a parish-wide movie night showing of A Wrinkle in Time. All ages are welcome. Pizza will be served. Bring pillows and blankets to get comfortable during the movie.
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Daughters of the King 10:30 a.m., Guild Parlor. Next meeting: Sept. 7
Environmental Guild 12:30-2 p.m. Guild Parlor. Plan environmental stewardship projects. Next meeting: TBD
EpiscoPals 7 p.m., Thursdays, in person at various locations. 20-something to 30-something fellowship
Foundation Communities 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Offsite, 4th Saturdays, serve brunch to residents of Arbor Terrace
GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) 7 p.m., Quarterly Zoom meetings, 2nd Thursdays. Next meeting: Oct. 13
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m. Offsite, last Thursdays. Next meeting: Aug. 25
Men's Group Dinner 6-8 p.m., Labyrinth or Sumners Hall, 3rd Thursdays. Next meeting: TBD
The Middle Place This group will resume Aug. 28
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Movie Group 11:15 a.m.-noon, 2nd Sundays, Vestry Room, discuss first-run movies. Contact movies@stdave.org
Sunday Foyers Lunch
Anyone looking for some Sunday lunchtime fellowship is welcome to attend this gathering. Next meeting TBD
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need. Next meetings: Aug. 27 and Sept. 24
Ramp Build 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Offsite. Next meeting: TBD
Women's Group Lunch 12:30 p.m., select Sundays, Sumners Hall. Next meeting: Aug. 28
Writers Guild 1 p.m., Sundays, Library, for writers and hopefuls, contact writers@stdave.org
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FACILITY MAINTENANCE
One Position, Immediate Availability
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NEXT-TO-NEW PART-TIME
CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
Monday-Saturday, Flexible Evening Hours
$15 an hour, 4-hour shift
Location: 5435 Burnet Rd, Austin TX 78756
The shop's profits help to restore St. David's historic sanctuary and support local charities.
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