HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM FATHER CHUCK |
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A FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT |
Saturday, Jan. 2, 1 p.m.
Featuring the Papovich Family
Casey, Maureen, and Jonah offer several Christmas Favorites, including a humorous take on the "after Christmas" blues.
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Wednesday, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Preacher: The Rev. Cameron Spoor
It’s not about us.
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NEW CLASSES FOR ADULTS COMING IN JANUARY |
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.
Leader: Santi Rodriguez, Seminarian
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. No materials or prior experience required. All levels welcomed.
Leader: Sandra Bravo, LPC
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, The Poem of the Cid (El Cantar de mio Cid), the 12th-century story of a great warlord (Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar) who fights at various times for both Christian and Muslim rulers.
Leader: Charles Calhoun
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. Our discomfort will be a starting point as we engage with the history, the theology, and the socio-political ramifications of white Christianity in the U.S.
Leader: Lize Burr, MAR
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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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SAVE THE DATE
PROPHETIC WORDS
THE REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.:
A Time to Listen, Reflect, and Pray
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Monday, Jan. 18, noon
A virtual service reflecting on the legacy of MLK, Jr. and how we continue to carry his work forward today.
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ENNEAGRAM EVENTS AND CLASSES
Introduction to the Enneagram
Jan. 9, 2021, 9 a.m.-noon
This is a quick overview of the Enneagram, a powerful tool for personal transformation, based on a collection of nine distinct strategies for relating to self, others, and the world. The focus will be on Enneagram basics and the nine types. No prior Enneagram knowledge is necessary.
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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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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Kimberle Smith, Accounting Manager with Ray Trono, Director of Food Ministry, and Taylor Cloyd Manager of Holy Grounds, presenting donation of Curbside tips to Central Texas Food Bank. |
Did you know Curbside has gift cards available? |
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CURBSIDE RETURNS JAN. 5
Café Divine and Holy Grounds
Lunch | Dinner | Coffee To Go
Pick up: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
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- Family meals
- Single entrées
- Vegetarian and gluten-free items
- Holy Grounds coffee, treats, and gift shop
- Seasonal Desserts
All tips are donated to Central Texas Food Bank.
HOLY GROUNDS DRINK OF THE MONTH
Salted Caramel Latte: Enjoy creamy, salted caramel goodness, mixed with Italian espresso and steamed milk. Add whipped cream for extra sweetness.
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ENVIRONMENTAL GUILD MEETING
Next meeting: Jan. 10, 11 a.m.
The Environmental Guild and Garden Guild are two energetic, friendly, and multi-generational groups of parishioners who take seriously our call as Christians to care for creation.
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Movie notes/discussion on Facebook
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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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