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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.
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VISIT ST. DAVID'S BOOTH AT THE DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY STROLL
Saturday, Dec. 2
5-9 p.m., Congress Ave.
Bring a friend by our booth, shared with St. David's Episcopal Day School, to enjoy Chef Ray cookies, spin the prize wheel, and tell folks about our great community!
This free event attracts thousands with a KUT/KUTX Sing-Along, tree lighting, live music, and more.
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ORDER HOLIDAY DESSERTS
Starting on Sunday, Dec. 3, email Chef Ray to place an order. Include your name, phone number, and pick-up day/time. Orders will be received until Sunday, Dec. 17.
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THURSDAY LUNCH IN DECEMBER
Dec 7 and 21
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Sumners Hall
Take a break from the holiday rush for a hot lunch .
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.
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YOUTH SUNDAY FORMATION
Dec. 3 No formation for Advent wreath-making
Youth will have a table in Sumners Hall
Sundays, Dec. 10 and 17
10-11 a.m., Youth Room 170
Youth in grades 6th-12th gather on the first floor for check-ins, then split by middle/high school. Free donuts, good discussion, and lots of fun. Sunday, Dec. 17, is the last youth formation of the year.
EYC CHRISTMAS PARTY
Wednesday, Dec 6
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Gather in Sumners Hall for dinner, followed by a White Elephant Gift Exchange in the youth room. Bring a wrapped gift that costs less than $20 to participate. Kelsey will have a few extra on hand if someone forgets. This is the last EYC of the year.
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DECORATE TRINITY CENTER PARTY
Saturday, Dec. 16
10 a.m.-Noon, Gym
Decorate the gym for the Trinity Center Christmas Party. Youth and adult volunteers are welcome!
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ST. NICHOLAS VISIT
Sunday, Dec. 17
10 a.m., First Floor
Continuing our tradition, Father Chuck will visit Children’s formation classes by dressing as St. Nicholas, and sharing stories of the saint's life and mysterious Christmas generosity!
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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
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ANGEL TREE GIFTS
St. David’s is proud to provide Christmas gifts for 11 Austin-area families from El Buen Samaritano this holiday season.
You can help us make their holiday special by giving a gift using Angel Tree tags that will be available on the Christmas Tree in Sumners Hall.
A volunteer will be available to take your name and phone number when you claim an angel.
Return wrapped gifts (with the angel) to the Front Desk by Dec. 11.
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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!
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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.
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ADVENT WITH THOMAS MERTON
Sunday, Dec. 10
10 a.m., Crail C and Zoom
Thomas Merton was an American Trappist monk, writer, theologian, mystic, poet, social activist, and scholar of comparative religion. Join Dr. Mona West as she explores the Advent themes in some of his writings.
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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.
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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.
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WORLD MUSIC ENCOUNTERS
SPECIAL HOLIDAY CONCERT
Sunday, Dec. 10
5-7 p.m., All-ages show
Our December WME artist, ULLA comprises a pair of Irish expats joined with several trad-Celtic music fans to form a collective that shares and celebrates a mutual love of Celtic musical heritage.
They will include some holiday favorites in their set at St. David's. Read more about the band.
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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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Daughters of the King 10:30 a.m., Guild Parlor. Next meeting: Dec. 6
Environmental Guild 12:30-2 p.m. Guild Parlor. Plan environmental stewardship projects. Next meeting: Dec. 19
EpiscoPals 7-9 p.m., Thursdays, offsite. 20-something to 30-something fellowship.
Next meetings: TBD
Arbor Terrace Monthly Brunch
11 a.m.-1 p.m., offsite, 4th Saturdays, serve brunch to residents of Arbor Terrace. Next meeting: Dec. 16
GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) 7 p.m., Quarterly Zoom meetings, 2nd Thursdays. Next meeting: Jan. 11
Hispanic Ministry Posada
6-7:30 p.m., St. John's Episcopal Church, 1941 Webberville Rd, Dec. 16
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m., offsite, last Thursdays. Next meeting: Dec. 14
Medieval Book Club Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Zoom, Book: Snorri Sturluson's Prose Edda
Men's Group 6-8 p.m.
Next dinner: Dec. 16
Movie Group 11:15 a.m.-noon, 2nd Sundays, Vestry Room, discuss first-run movies. Next meeting: Dec. 10
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Next-to-New Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times
Open Table Christmas Potluck
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Private Home (register for address), Dec. 16
Pickleball Wednesdays, Gym,
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Prime Timers: 5:30-8 p.m., Christmas Party: Dec. 17
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need. Next meeting: Dec. 30
Sunday Foyers Lunch
Sunday lunchtime fellowship, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. Next lunch: Dec. 17
Trinity Center Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times, Next Trinity Streets Eucharist: Christmas Eve, Dec. 24
Ramp Build 8 a.m.-4 p.m., offsite. Next build: Dec. 16
Reading the Bible ToGather
10 a.m., Sundays, Guild Parlor
Women's Group 12:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. Next lunch: Dec. 17
Writers Group 1 p.m., Sundays, Library, for writers and hopefuls
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