FEAST OF THE ASCENSION
Thursday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m.
The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ, also called Ascension Day, Ascension Thursday, or sometimes Holy Thursday, commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into heaven.
MULTI-LINGUAL READERS NEEDED FOR PENTECOST
Submission deadline: Tuesday, May 11
We need volunteers to make audio recordings of a Gospel reading in a language other than English for our Pentecost online worship service. We are especially interested in having the reading in languages other than those known as the romance and Germanic languages. Read more at stdave.org
ADDITIONAL SPACES AVAILABLE
MAY 15 HOLY HIKE
Monthly hikes on third Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m.
We have added more spaces to register for this month's hike located at the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

Holy Hikes® is a network of Christian eco-ministries committed to rebuilding Communion between all of God's Creation by worshiping God in the beauty of the outdoors. We will hold liturgical hikes throughout the year to immerse ourselves in what John Muir called God's "first temples." The location changes each month. Visit stdave.org/holyhikes for more information.
CHILDREN'S CHOIRS ZOOM MUSICAL
Saturday, May 15, 4 p.m.
The Cherub, Middler, and Youth Choirs will put on a Zoom Musical Revue! There will be solos, duets, trios, and choir numbers from 10 years of St. David's Children's musicals. For information contact Director of Children’s Choir Maureen Broy Papovich.
Heather Carmichael's photo of Miss Lily, "Looking longingly down at St. David's from our balcony window next to the Omni downtown."
THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT ST. DAVID'S
Submit through May 23
Thank you to everyone who shared what they love about St. David's, There is still time to submit what you love During the season of Easter we will be using our various social media platforms to feature staff and parishioners' experiences of Things to Love about St. David’s #TTLASD! We plan to share a few of these each week throughout the Easter season.
GARAGE GATELESS ENTRY
In the next few weeks, we will transition to a gateless entry in the parking garage and surface lot. You won’t need to pull a ticket to enter the garage. Just like before, you won’t be charged if you’re at the church for scheduled services and classes.

For other times, you’ll receive a QR code or instructions to receive complimentary parking. The new system uses a new technology that reads license plates or QR codes for validation, making it faster and easier to park at the church.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS)
In-person, June 7-11, 9 a.m.-Noon (aftercare available)
Compassion Camp is back for 2021! VBS is the first week of summer vacation for AISD and St. David’s Day School. In-person VBS will strictly follow St. David's, local, and Diocesan COVID-19 protocols to ensure health and safety.

Virtual option available in July
Let's "Change the World with Loving Kindness."
CAMP ST. DAVID'S
Ages 3-11
Aug.16-20 and Aug. 23-27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost $225 per week, due with registration
Two weeks of fun-filled, age-appropriate, indoor and outdoor activities. Kids will enjoy games, puzzles, arts and crafts, stories, science, group activities as well as free time.
CHILDREN'S CHAPEL
Sundays, 10-10:15 a.m.
After the Sunday online worship service we offer Children’s Chapel with Director for Children’s Ministry Amanda Wischkaemper. Access on Facebook and at stdave.org/online-worship.

CHILDREN'S FORMATION
Sundays, 10:15-11:10 a.m. Classes are on Zoom and begin after Children's Chapel
  • We Worship God Together (Ages 3-Kindergarten) Get to know God’s love and discover the truth of God’s Word.
  • The Prince of Egypt (1st-5th Grades)
  • The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Ecclesiola (Level I: Ages 3-6, Level II: Ages 6-9). Catechumens will gather at the virtual prayer table on Zoom for prayer, song, and reflection. 

Contact Director of Children’s Ministry Amanda Wischkaemper to become a volunteer.
Sunday, 10 a.m. Youth Formation

Weekly EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) Youth are invited to bring dinner and gather weekly for check-ins, devotionals, games, and fellowship. 

YOUTH END OF YEAR PARTIES
Wednesday, May 26, 5:30-7 p.m.
6th-12th graders are invited to a combined EYC end of school year party on Zoom. There will be games, contests, and fellowship. Each attendee will receive a $10 gift card for dinner to their restaurant of choice. Email Jenny Campbell with your dinner choice to RSVP.

6th-12th graders are invited to a Formation end of school year party on Zoom. New topics and Combined Summer EYC will begin on the following Sunday, June 6. Contact Jenny Campbell for Zoom links.
Contact Director of Youth Ministry Jenny Campbell for Youth links to online formation and weekly Middle and High School EYC, and to be added to the newsletter or GroupMe lists.
SUNDAY MORNING LECTURE - SUMMER 2021
Sundays (starting May 30) at 10 a.m.
Come and join us this summer for Sunday Morning Lectures at 10 a.m. via Zoom! The summer months invite us into a different rhythm and Father Chuck has encouraged us to embrace rest, recreation, and reflection as themes for the summer while he is on sabbatical. In that spirit, the lectures will cover a variety of topics that invite us into spaces of rest, creativity, and renewal while also challenging us with new ways to live as Christians in those spaces.
PILGRIMAGE TO ISRAEL & JORDAN
Departure from Houston: Feb. 27-March 12, 2022, Price Approx. $5,000-$5,200 (roundtrip airfare, hotels, meals, guided sightseeing)
Please contact the Rev. Angela Cortiñas if you are interested in learning more about a pilgrimage to the Holy Land in partnership with St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. Click here for trip brochure.
Hospitality Ministry
Café Divine and Holy Grounds
Lunch | Dinner | Gifts | Coffee To Go
Order Online and enjoy contact-free pickup
Tuesday-Friday
• Holy Grounds pickup: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Café Divine pickup: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

GRADUATION GIFTS FROM HOLY GROUNDS
Graduations are fast approaching! Celebrate your loved ones with a card from Holy Grounds.
FRIDAY ROAST SPECIAL
Friday, May 7-14, order the Lemon Herb Chicken and pair it with sides of Rosemary & Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower Medley. For dessert, enjoy a Chocolate Espresso Mousse!
Pick up: Friday, May 21, 1-5 p.m.
MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS AT NEXT-TO-NEW
Mother's day gifts from Holy Grounds are available at the shop this weekend. Come visit at 5435 Burnet Rd. Our non-profit consignment and resale shop is powered by volunteers and we are looking for more help. To learn more call 512-459-1288, or email volunteers@next2new.org.
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.
Fellowship and Outreach Online
GAY, LESBIAN, AND EVERYONE ELSE (GLEE)
Thursday, May 13, 7 p.m.
A fellowship group for couples, singles, and families, gay and straight, young, and old.This group is characterized by their hospitality. Contact Jenny Meadows, glee@stdave.org.
JUNE WOMEN'S GROUP
Wednesday, June 2, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join other women from St. David's for fellowship and fun at this outdoor, in-person gathering. Sandi Boone will host us at her house. Address will be provided upon registering. Bring your own beverage; food will be provided! If you would prefer to participate virtually, please email Amy Moehnke.
ONLINE FELLOWSHIP GROUPS
Daughters of the King next meeting TBD

Environmental Guild (meets quarterly)


GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) (meets monthly on 2nd Thursdays) 5/13, 7 p.m.

Laundry Love (meets last Thursday of the month) 5/27, 5:30 p.m.
Men's Group 5/20, 7 p.m.

Movie Group The movies for April: The Father, Concrete Cowboy, and The Truffle Hunters. Watch the movies and join the discussion on Facebook.

St. Agnes Guild Last Saturdays, 10 a.m.

Women's Group (meets 1st Wednesdays) 6/2, 6 p.m., In-person and online

Writers Group Sundays, 1 p.m.

Veterans Guitar Group Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
CONCERT FOR THE HUMAN FAMILY
Streaming Online May 22
Reserve FREE tickets for the first Concert for the Human Family - "In These Uncertain Times..." filmed live at Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral. With your reservation, you'll also receive a link to an exclusive post-concert Zoom conversation with the concert series creators, hosted by Presiding Bishop Michael B. Curry.

CALL FOR AV VOLUNTEERS
Do you have audio/video experience or an interest in AV? We’re looking for a few parish volunteers to join a new AV ministry at St. David’s. Email communications@stdave.org.
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