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ORDINATION OF THE REV. SANTI RODRIGUEZ
Thursday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m.
HOLY CROSS DAY EUCHARIST
Sept. 14, 6-7 p.m. Bethell Hall
Eucharist celebrating Holy Cross Day will mark the Rev. Santi Rodriguez's first time presiding as a priest.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL WELCOME-TO-EYC PARTY
Aug. 29, 10-11 a.m.
All middle schoolers (6th-8th grade) are invited to a party during formation hour. This gathering is especially friendly for folks who are going into 6th grade and are brand new to EYC. The party will be held on the playground. Head down to the first floor (using the West stairwell or elevator) to access the door to the playground.
SAYING GOODBYE TO JENNY CAMPBELL
Tuesday, Aug. 31
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YOUTH FORMATION
10-11 a.m. most Sundays, Sept. 5-Nov. 21
Youth in grades 6th-12th gather in the Youth Room on the first floor for check-ins, then split by middle/high school. Free donuts, good discussion, and lots of fun. All are welcome!
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PARENT ORIENTATION
Parents of children (infants through 5th grade) are invited to an orientation for the 2021-22 school year. As we begin this program year, children’s formation is hybrid, with one outdoor & masked offering, and the rest online. Join Director of Children's Ministry Amanda Wischkaemper and Church Childcare Coordinator Laura Faulk for a morning of catch-up and Q&A.
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SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
10-11 a.m., most Sundays beginning Sept. 5, Classes will be online and on Labyrinth.
Ages 3-5th grade, register once for the whole year. Classes meet in the Labyrinth.
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The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori-based, experiential educational program focused on liturgy and scripture.
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Junior Journeys offers age-appropriate, short-term courses that focus on specific topics in children’s walk with and path to God.
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CHILDREN'S CHOIRS
6-7 p.m., Wednesdays beginning Sept. 8
The children's choirs will meet on the Labyrinth to play games, learn music, and prepare to sing for the congregation.
- The Cherub Choir (grades K-2)
- Middler Choir (grades 3-5)
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NEW BOOK GROUPS IN SEPTEMBER
The Medieval Book Group
Thursdays, Sept. 9-30, 10:30-12:30 a.m.
Addiction and Grace Book Study
Sundays, Sept. 12-Oct. 3, 4-5:30 p.m.
Meets in the Library, no registration required.
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SUNDAY LECTURES
10 a.m. in Crail C, Presented in person and livestreamed on Zoom
SEPT. 5: NO LECTURE
Sept. 12: Plant with Purpose
Presented by by Will Scheel, Texas regional representative of Plant With Purpose, which equips farming families to increase farm yields, heal damaged ecosystems, improve nutrition, and increase household savings and opportunities.
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Sept. 19: Animals and the Kingdom of Heaven
Presented by Dr. Tony Baker, Clinton S. Quin Professor of Systematic Theology, Seminary of the Southwest. Dr. Baker investigates the intersection of classical accounts of theosis with current issues in ecology.
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Sept. 26: St. Francis of Assisi
Presented by Sr. Marie Angele Sanchez, Franciscan Sisters of our Lady of Perpetual Help. Sister Marie Angele will share how Francis of Assisi challenges us to take our appropriate role of ‘dominion’ over a sacred creation.
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Oct. 3: CREATION CARE FAIR
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Surface Lot
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FALL GROUPS AT THE ABBEY
This fall we have several practice-oriented groups to join.
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The NEW Spiritual Exercises Group, led by a spiritual director and new friend of The Abbey, Kristin Robertson. You may be familiar with Ignatius's Exercises. The teachings of these new exercises combine Ignatius's tools with Teilhard de Chardin's wisdom on the cosmic nature of Christ.
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Reflecting on the Mystics, will practice Lectio or Visio Divina on poetry, writings from the mystics, or on art as a way to reflect on where God is working in our lives.
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Meditation Groups, Two each week (Sunday morning and Thursday afternoon). We plan to add a third in October.
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Labyrinth Walks, Join the Abbey community for in person, outdoor labyrinth walks each 2nd Saturday of the month.
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WEDNESDAY EVENING PARISH DINNER
Starting Sept. 8, Wednesdays 5:30-6:44 p.m.
Gather for weekly dinner and fellowship in Sumners Hall before Bible Study, Children's Choirs, and other Wednesday church events. Tables will be spaced for social distancing.
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HOLY GROUNDS HOURS
Sunday: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday: 7 a.m.-10 a.m.
The Holy Grounds espresso machine will forever be called Lady Java! Thank you to those who submitted names. We're excited to serve y'all again. Masks and social distancing are required in the church building. Our outside patio is available for customers to sit down and enjoy our coffee and treats, there is no eating in the shop at this time.
CURBSIDE SPECIALS
For this week only, get a free M&M cookie when you order a New York Italian panini. Our popular raspberry crumble bars are back on the menu.
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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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Episcopal Relief & Development Responds to the Earthquake in Haiti
Help people affected by the deadly earthquake in Haiti. Make an urgent gift through Episcopal Relief and Development. Your generous support will supply critical necessities for communities as we help them recover. Read more at episcopalrelief.org.
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WOMEN'S GROUP MEETING
Sept. 1, 6 p.m.
Monthly Online Gathering for women of St. David's.
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FOUNDATION COMMUNITIES BRUNCH
Volunteers prepare and serve a meal to residents of Foundation Communities’ Arbor Terrace (2501 S I-35 Frontage Rd. Austin, TX 78741). More volunteers are welcome! Contact Adrian Buchanan at adrianabuchanan925@gmail.com.
AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAMS
Support services provided by Foundation Communities include free after-school programs at 11 Learning Centers all over Austin. They are seeking volunteers to provide general classroom support, as well as help elementary-age students with homework, fitness, enrichment activities, and social/emotional skills to succeed this school year and beyond. Learn more and volunteer.
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Men's Group Next meeting: Sept.16, 6-8 p.m. in Sumners Hall
Movie Group Watch movies and join the discussion on Facebook.
Women's Group (meets 1st Wednesdays) 9/1, 6 p.m. Next Meeting on Zoom
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