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PROPHETIC WORDS
THE REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.:
A Time to Listen, Reflect, and Pray
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Monday, Jan. 18, noon
In order to honor The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, we will hold a 1 hour Zoom event called “Prophetic Words- The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr: A Time to Listen, Reflect and Pray." It will be divided into two parts. The first part will be a 30 minute offering with readings from his works, some prayers, and scripture texts from the biblical prophets. The second part will be a 30 minute facilitated time of personal reflection on the legacy of MLK, Jr and how we continue to carry his work forward today. People are invited to participate in one or both parts of the event.
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Without Buddha I Couldn't Be a Christian
Monday evenings, 7-8 p.m., Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25. This group will focus on spiritual practices from both traditions, including both the practice of meditation and the engaged practice of transforming the world to relieve suffering.
Exploring Religion through Art
Wednesday evenings, 6-7 p.m., Jan. 13-Feb. 10 Join us for a fun exploration of religion through a variety of art mediums including, painting, sculpture, performance art, prints, and more.
Medieval Reading Group: The Poem of
the Cid
Thursdays, 10:30-12:30 p.m., Jan. 14-Feb. 4.
Medieval Reading Group crosses the Pyrenees this winter to study the Spanish national epic.
White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity
Thursday evenings, 7-8:15 p.m.
Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, and 11
In this book group, we’ll read Robert P. Jones’ White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity to discuss this challenging topic.
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RACIAL HEALING CIRCLES THROUGH THE BELOVED COMMUNITY |
Sundays, Jan. 17-April 18, 2-4 p.m.
No meetings for Spring Break and Easter
This offering consists of 3 sessions devoted to building the trust among participants that is important for sustaining discussions on difficult topics, conducted in a safe, loving Christian environment, in which everyone will have opportunities to share personal experiences about racial issues they may have experienced; followed by 9 sessions examining the history and consequences for Native Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans, and Asian Americans.
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NEW AT THE ABBEY
Abbey Enneagram Panels – The Head Center
Sundays, Jan. 17-31, 2021, 3-4 p.m.
The focus will be on Enneagram basics and the nine types. No prior Enneagram knowledge is necessary. Join us and feel free to invite friends. No book is required, but Caroline and Calan will provide a list of suggested readings.
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MISS THE FIRST SACRED VOICES CONCERT?
FEBRUARY 6 / CHAZ NAILOR
Arias from Elijah and African-American spirituals
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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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Sundays, 10-10:15 a.m.
After the Sunday online worship service we offer Children’s Chapel with Amanda Wischkaemper, our director for Children’s Ministry.
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CHILDREN'S FORMATION CLASSES
Sundays, 10:15-11:10 a.m.
Junior Journey classes (on Zoom) begin after Children's Chapel
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The Jesse Tree (Ages 3-Kindergarten) – In Advent and Christmastide our class will learn of God’s plan of Salvation and explore the Christmas story.
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Advent with the Animals (1st-5th grades) – Celebrate Advent and Christmas by listening to the story of Jesus' birth, as told by the animals who saw it all happen!
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The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Ecclesiola (Level I: Ages 3-6, Level II: Ages 6-9) – Ecclesiola referred to "little church." The early Church understood that the home was fertile ground for discipleship, sanctification, and holiness.
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Tuesday
Enjoy a weekly bedtime story, prayers, and goodnight song on Facebook.
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Weekly EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
EYC Youth are invited to bring dinner and gather weekly for check-ins, devotionals, games, and fellowship.
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Café Divine and Holy Grounds
Lunch | Dinner | Gifts | Coffee To Go
Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
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LIMITED TIME PRE-ORDER
Rotisserie Smoked Whole Chickens
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Our all natural, hormone-free chickens are $15.00, and we are offering sides of Yukon Masher or roasted broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots for $3.00 a serving.
Preorder ends: Jan. 15
Pick up: Jan. 22
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DRINK OF THE MONTH
Salted Caramel Latte
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Enjoy creamy, salted caramel goodness, mixed with Italian espresso and steamed milk. Add whipped cream for extra sweetness.
Use promo code HOLIDAYS20 to receive 30% off Holy Grounds holiday gifts, books, and more!
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GLEE (GAY, LESBIAN, AND EVERYONE ELSE) MEETING
Next meeting: Jan. 14, 11 a.m.
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NEXT-TO-NEW SHOP CLOSED
DEC. 31-JAN. 14
Next-to-New is closed for two weeks in response to the City of Austin moving to COVID-19 Risk Level 5.
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