CELTIC HOLIDAY CONCERT

THIS Sunday, Dec. 10

5-7 p.m., All-ages show

$10 student tickets available

Use code: STUDENT-WME4

This Sunday's World Music Encounters ULLA concert features trad-Celtic musicians who are regulars at The Saxon Pub. John Burnett will interview the band between sets. They plan to include some holiday favorites on Sunday!

Photo: 2023 Vestry Retreat

VESTRY NOMINATIONS OPEN

The vestry is the church’s “Board of Directors” and includes a Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Treasurer, and Clerk. Vestry candidates must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled confirmed communicants in good standing of the parish.

The Annual Parish Meeting will occur in person in Crail C on Sunday, Jan. 28, at 10:15 a.m. At the meeting, we will elect five Vestry members for three-year terms. In addition, we will elect one Diocesan Council delegate for a four-year term and one to serve a one-year unexpired term.

Please consider nominees for these important positions and encourage others to submit their names. Self-nominations are also encouraged.

If you wish to run for the Vestry or Diocesan Council, please download this packet, email Catherine Roberts, or call 512.610.3530.

CHRISTMAS CAROLING DINNER

Wednesday, Dec. 20

5:30 p.m. (caroling) 6 p.m. (dinner)

Dress in your favorite Christmas-themed sweater and/or hat as we get our holiday cheer on in Sumners Hall.

THURSDAY LUNCH IN DECEMBER

Dec 21

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Sumners Hall

Take a break from the holiday rush for a hot lunch.

ST. NICHOLAS VISIT

Sunday, Dec. 10

10 a.m., Holy Grounds

Continuing our tradition, Father Chuck will visit with the children in Holy Grounds dressed as St. Nicholas and sharing stories of the saint's life and mysterious Christmas generosity!

MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT: DECEMBER

Altar Guild

If you are interested in deepening your faith through a service ministry, Altar Guild may be what you have been looking for. Work alongside your fellow parishioners supporting the celebration of Holy Eucharist.

Parishioner Janet Sawyer offered this reflection on her service as an altar guild member.

"I've done Altar Guild since 1972. There's something about altar guild that makes you feel closer to God. There is something special when you prepare for the most important meal that you ever have, even when you polish the brass. You need to do anything you can to help prepare this table for the community, for people to come to participate and feel God's presence.

I think the altar guild members I work with are not thinking about themselves. They are thinking about others." 

SPECIAL OFFERING FOR FLOWER DECORATIONS AND MUSIC

As we prepare for our festive celebrations of Christmas and Epiphany, we invite you to help prepare St. David’s for these seasons by making a special gift toward the flowers and music funds.

Please specify “Christmas flowers and music” on your check (or online gift), and your desired dedication wording, or simply contact the Stewardship Office at 512-610-3549.

Thank you,

Eric Malnassy

Director of Stewardship & Planned Giving

ANGEL TREE GIFTS

Thank you to all who made this holiday season special by donating an Angel Tree gift!

All the Angels were quickly claimed by the first Sunday in Advent.

Christmas gifts for 11 families at El Buen Samaritano will be delivered on Dec. 13.

DECORATION DONATIONS

Every year, Trinity Center hosts a joyous Holiday Party for our unhoused neighbors along with St. David’s, Central Presbyterian Church, and First Baptist Church

Donate to Trinity Center to help purchase clear ornaments for our neighbors to decorate!

COLD WEATHER ITEMS NEEDED

If you have any cold-weather items that you no longer use, please consider donating to help our neighbors confront the long winter months.

• Drop in large donation basket in the church lobby when the building is open or at Trinity Center Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m
• Or donate from Trinity's wishlist and have the items delivered.

RELIEF EFFORTS IN THE MIDDLE EAST

In partnership with al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza, Episcopal Relief & Development is procuring essential supplies like medicine, ICU equipment, fuel, food and psychological support for all people affected by war.

ADVENT QUIET DAY POETRY WORKSHOP

Saturday, Dec. 16

9 a.m.-Noon, Crail C

In the midst of your holiday season spend a quiet morning with local poet Cathey Capers to invite and reflect on what/who your heart awaits during this sacred season.

BEHOLDING THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE ALL YEAR LONG!

Sunday, Dec. 17

10 a.m., Crail C and Zoom

Using John Shea's book Starlight, we will explore the spiritual implications of the stories of Christmas, such as the angel’s visit with Mary; the gospel narratives of the birth of Jesus; and the meaning of the journey of the Magi. We will also gain a renewed appreciation for the deeper spiritual meanings underlying our own Christmas customs.

HISPANIC MINISTRY POSADA

Saturday, Dec. 16

6 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church

1941 Webberville Rd.

St. David's, in partnership with St. James and St. John's, invites all to this religious festival, celebrated in Mexico, which commemorates Joseph and Mary's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of a safe place where Mary could give birth to Jesus.

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