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This Sunday, June 30, 2024
Pride Sunday
8:00 and 9:30 Service of Holy Eucharist
Help us celebrate Pride!
Everyone is invited to wear rainbow colors.
See announcement below about an opportunity
to join the Pride Parade.
During the summer, the Nursery will remain open during the 9:30 service and Social Time. Children are also invited to stay in worship, use the play rug, or the Narthex nursery.
(The Nursery will not be open on days when we worship outdoors.)
Forum: Social Time
We continue to Facebook Livestream the Sunday 9:30 service and upload to YouTube.
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June 30 – PRIDE Parade with ECMN
July 14 – Outdoor Worship Service
July 20-21 – Hopkins Raspberry Festival
July 26 & 28 - 50th Anniversary of Women's Ordination
August 25 – Creek Baptism
September 8 – Kickoff Sunday/All Parish Picnic
October 4 – Polka Party Fundraiser
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Join us for the Minneapolis Pride Parade THIS SUNDAY, June 30!
We will be marching with the ECMN contingent, which includes St. Mark’s and St. David’s. Parking is available for $20 at St Mark’s Cathedral, and a group will be meeting there between 10-10:15, and walking together starting at 10:30. Otherwise, plan to meet at our designated staging location: 3rd St. South facing Marquette Ave. South (spot #48).
Dress for the march: good walking shoes, lots of water, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate attire. Thankfully the weather is predicted to be gorgeous - a great day to be out!
All parishioners are encouraged to wear rainbow or Pride colors this Sunday, even if you’re not attending the parade. Let’s show our support and celebrate together!
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A Message from the Rector
Dear Beloved at St. David's,
I will be away on vacation for 4 weeks to take a big, long drink of play and rest, from June 27-July 27. My plan is to travel and also just spend some time at home. I couldn't feel more confident in our leadership (clergy, staff, parishioners) to steer the boat while I am away. Deacon Guy Drake will be the primary contact for pastoral emergencies (gdrake@stdavidsparish.org, 612-590-8502), with the Revs. Lindsay and Leonard Freeman as priestly backup. Sr. Warden Diane Curley will be on hand for other needs (dcurley@stdavidsparish.org, 763-232-9412). I will be disconnecting entirely, not taking emails, phone calls, texts. You will be in my prayers, and I ask for your prayers as well.
With love and thanksgiving,
Katherine
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St. David's
at the Hopkins Raspberry Festival
Sign Up Now!
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Come on out to the Narthex, check out the Raspberry poster, read all about it, be informed, grab a pen, and then…...sign up to participate in an opportunity like no other. St. David’s has been accepted to have both a booth in Saturday’s Marketplace Fair and a spot in Sunday’s Grande Day Parade. We have been given a wonderful chance to get to know our neighbors better, and likewise, them us; while building relationships and having fun along the way!
Questions, please contact Diane Curley at dcurley@stdavidsparish.org or 763-232-9412
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Show off St. David's!
Do you have photos of what's going on at St. David's? Or perhaps you're a fan of scrapbooking? Help us put together a photo board for our booth at the Hopkins Raspberry Festival and show the public what we're all about. Send photos and/or express your interest to Julia Handley at jmilkyway7@gmail.com.
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St. David’s “Back to School” Supply Drive
Leadership Request
Over the years we have partnered with Resource West (a division of ICA) collecting school supplies for our local community. We are looking for new leadership in this outreach project. If you are interested and/or just have more questions about what this may entail, please contact Anne Monteith (aemonteith60@gmail.com) or Diane Curley (dcurley@stdavidsparish.org) with any questions or to express your interest in taking on this project.
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Comprehensive Campus Initiative Meeting
Thursday, June 20, 2024
The Comprehensive Campus Initiative (CCI) gathered last week. Kelsey Schuster, Canon for Operations and Chief of Staff for ECMN, spoke to the group about the involvement of the Diocese in making plans for the St. David’s Campus. Kelsey assured the group that St. David's is not alone in wanting to strategize how the grounds and buildings are used. Many Parishes across the nation are considering the same thing. However, every community is different. The Diocese is excited to be partners with and advocates for St. David's. They are happy to share discernment and decision making together. What does it look like for elected ECMN bodies to help decide what happens with the St. David's buildings and property and what does consent from the Diocese look like? The governing bodies such as the Joint Property Committee, are here to help St. David's make the best decisions possible. Whatever projects St David's decides to pursue need to be sustainable because ultimately the Diocese is responsible if the Parish can no longer sustain the projects. The Diocese has resources to help along the way so the group will be working closely with Kelsey through this process. There is also potential grant money to apply for. Trinity Wall Street gives grants to help fund projects, property redevelopment, and use. Kelsey closed by encouraging the group to go slowly and to be patient. The group plans to meet monthly beginning again in September.
Please reach out to any member of the committee with questions and comments: Cliff Crockford and Katherine Lewis, co-conveners, Carol Johnson, Diane Curley, Doug Eichten, Maddie Harvala, Karin Lindquist, Huldah Niles, Paul Smejkal, Kristina Stokes, and Craig Warren.
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Wonder Women Gathering - July 5th!
Join in for our next Wonder Women Gathering for conversation and camaraderie.
Here are the details:
Host: Susan Taylor
Date: July 5
Time: 5:00 - 6:30
Place: 7430 Autumn Chace Dr., Bloomington 55438
Contributions of appetizers or favorite beverages are welcome.
Hope to see you on the 5th!
Next event will be in August hosted by Allison Ferro.
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Celebration of Women's Ordination to the Priesthood
Friday, July 26, 2024 | St. Mark's Cathedral
Sunday, July 28, 2024 | St. David's
All Minnesota Episcopalians are invited to join in a day of celebrating the 50th anniversary of the ordination of women in the Episcopal Church. This joyful day will include story-sharing, a screening of The Philadelphia Eleven and panel discussion, a potluck dinner (bring a main dish, side, or salad to share!), a screening of a brand new documentary about how women's ordination to the priesthood has changed and shaped Minnesota, and a Eucharist.
3:00pm: Screening of The Philadelphia Eleven: Courage and Change
4:30pm: Panel Discussion
5:00pm: Potluck Supper: bring a salad, side, or main dish to share
6:45m: Premiere of a new documentary about women's ordination in Minnesota!
7:00pm: Women’s Ordination Anniversary Eucharist
At St. David's, we will continue the celebration of the anniversary of women's ordination at our 8:00 and 9:30 services of Holy Eucharist on July 28th. The Rev. Lindsay Freeman will preach, the Rev. Katherine Lewis will officiate, and the 9:30 service will feature festive music in honor of the occasion. Come rejoice with us for this major milestone in the history of the church!
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Kicking it off with Gratitude - Welcome to Summer!
You may have received our letter and raffle ticket in the mail - please redeem that ticket or buy more!
Tickets cost $100.00 and will be sold every Sunday during this summer.
13 cash prizes will be drawn, and proceeds benefit St. David's outreach, programming, ministries.
Drawing will be held on Sunday September 8th during the church picnic!
Tickets are not tax-deductible, and you don't have to be present to win.
Got questions? Contact the office or see a ticket agent selling Sundays this summer!
Remember: You can't win if you don't buy a ticket!
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Good Courage Farm and
Faith Community Supported Agriculture
Good Courage Farm has created a buy-one, give-one “Faith Community Supported Agriculture” subscription for 2024, where subscribers will receive 8 weeks of fruit from the farm, at a price that supports the farm’s ability to donate an equivalent amount of fresh food to our food ministry partners (First Nations Kitchen, Casa Maria, and McLeod County Emergency Food Shelf).
St David's has 9 FCSA members. If you are still interested or have not completed the registration form, please reach out to FCSA Manager, Erin at fcsa@goodcourage.farm.
If you are interested in any of the Vineyard Stewardship dates at Good Courage Farm, please contact Bonnie Boyd at 952-220-6982.
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ICA Vision
A community where everyone has the resources to thrive
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Next ICA Sunday at St. David’s - July 7
Just a heads up that July 7th will be our next ICA Sunday. It falls on the end of the week over 4th of July, a time when many of you may be away with family and/or friends. With that in mind, please know we will be acceptIng your food/non-food items, starting this Sunday, June 30th.
Current needs identified by ICA include:
* canned fruits & vegetables
* canned tuna & chicken
* peanut butter
* jelly/jam
* fruit juice
* popcorn
* granola bars
Non-food items needed include:
* toilet paper
* hand soap
* shampoo
* toothpaste
* menstrual pads
* dish soap
* laundry soap
* dry pet food
The lists above are suggestions. However, ICA appreciates anything you wish to donate. Drop them off in one of the ICA baskets at the church entrances. If you prefer to donate funds to iCA, you can drop a check made out to ICA in the Sunday collection plate or go online at www.icafoodshelf.org, clicking on the Donate section.
Another food donation option
Do you have a home garden or participate in a community garden? Did you know that ICA accepts locally grown fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables? Homegrown produce is an incredible gift to share.
Fresh herbs are always appreciated (please label them). ICA shoppers also look for homegrown produce such as berries, leafy greens, peppers, potatoes, onions, radishes, etc. Please drop off your fresh produce at the K-Tel location (11588 K-Tel Drive). Check the ICA website for hours the facility is open. Thanks for considering this option.
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Join us for a time of fellowship, faith, games, and an opportunity to venture into the water (by canoe that is)!
Our cabin is reserved at Clearwater Lodge on the Gunflint Trail for August 10-17th. Come for the week or just a few days. Know you want to go? RSVP to Ann Carda at acarda21@gmail.com to reserve your spot by making your $50 deposit.
Want to know more about what to expect?
Launa Tucker and Susan Taylor would love to tell you more!
Find them at church or via email:
Launa Tucker: launat7@outlook.com
Susan Taylor: ss2taylor@comcast.net
And here’s a link to our cabin:
https://clearwaterhistoriclodge.com/cabin-eleven/
Hope to see you on the Gunflint Trail. A wonderful community of women and the wilderness awaits!
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Education for Ministry This Fall
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a four-year small-group formation program based on study and practice in theological reflection. There are currently two EfM groups in ECMN, one in-person local one and one online:
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In-person group: An in-person EfM group will meet Thursdays from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at Grace, beginning in September 2024. Interested participants should contact Kathy Monson Lutes or Danielle McCoy.
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Online group: An online EfM group meets Mondays from 6:30-8:30PM on Google Meet, following an academic year schedule (Sept. – May). The group includes members from several ECMN parishes as well as some non-Minnesotans.
Please note that in order to register for either group for the fall, the group mentor(s) will need your name to add to their group in the EfM registration system this summer, which will prompt the system to invite you to register.
Interested but want to know more before deciding whether or not to participate? We’re happy to facilitate a conversation with a current participant or mentor – please email efm.ecmn@gmail.com with that request.
Want to participate but neither of these options works for you? Let us know at efm.ecmn@gmail.com – there are also online groups based elsewhere, and another in-person group could be formed if there’s sufficient interest.
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Loaves and Fishes
Four Volunteers are needed for each date. Two for cooking with the Loaves and Fishes coordinator from 3:00-5:00 pm, and two to package and serve from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Upcoming dates:
- July 22
- July 30
- August 13
- August 26
Please contact Sue or Basil Owen to sign up or sign up in the Undercroft. Sue’s cell is 612-716-1945. Basil’s cell is 612-716-0683 or email at bowen3@fastmail.com.
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Save the date!
Creekside Baptism Service
August 25 at 9:30am
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