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PARISH DISCERNMENT CONVERSATION
Last Sunday, we gathered as a parish to discuss discernment, led by Father Chuck and members of the Project 32 committee.
All are invited to add their own discernment reflections to the Discernment Windows in Sumners Hall (supplies and instructions provided) until we meet for the next parish discernment conversation on Sunday, July 28.
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SAVE THE DATE:
WELCOME HOME SUNDAY
Sunday, Aug. 18
We will gather for 10:30 a.m. all-parish worship in Historic Church, followed by a meal. There will be only one worship service this Sunday.
More to come soon!
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STORIES OF DISCERNMENT
This week's story comes from youth volunteer Marsden Musick, discerning his call to service with hospitality and ramp-building ministries.
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MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT: BIBLE STUDY
St. David’s offers three opportunities for discussion of the Bible in a small group format.
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Reading the Bible ToGather Meets Sunday mornings at 10 am in Guild Parlor and discusses the assigned biblical passages for worship for that Sunday.
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Men’s Bible Study Meets Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Library and discusses the Bible book by book.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY SUMMER SCHEDULE
Wednesdays June 19-July 31
6 p.m., Central Market (4001 N Lamar Blvd.)
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Thank you for your generosity to God and St. David's Episcopal Church. Your gifts support our mission-critical ministries. For information about giving to St. David's please contact Eric Malnassy eric.malnassy@stdave.org or contact the Stewardship Office at 512-610-3549.
Thank you,
Eric Malnassy
Director of Stewardship & Planned Giving
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WATCH: NINETY-FIVE SENSES
Sunday, June 23
10 a.m., Crail C
Watch and discuss the 2024 Oscar-nominated animated short film Ninety-Five Senses. An ode to the body’s five senses delivered by a man with little time left to enjoy them. It is a bittersweet tale of regret and redemption inspired by interview footage of death-row inmates from Texas’ Huntsville unit.
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SAVE THE DATE:
YOUTH & PARENT ORIENTATION
Sunday, Aug. 25
10-11 a.m., Youth Room
Save the date for our return to regular programing after the summer where parents and students (grades 6-12) can get information needed to make the most out of youth ministry.
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BRICK BIBLE
Sunday, Aug. 16
10-11 a.m., Sumners Hall
Our weekly Brick Bible will continue during this Sunday's Parish Discernment Conversation. Kids can continue to build their Noah's Ark scene while Fr. Chuck leads the adults in discussion.
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SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Camp Dates: July 8-19 (M-F)
9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bethell Hall Performance Date: 6 p.m., July 19
There is still time to sign up for a two-week performing arts camp in St. David's Bethell Hall for rising 2nd-8th graders. Campers will make new friends and learn the joy of live theater by performing The Little Mermaid Jr.
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SIGN UP FOR ORGANIC PRODUCE
Sundays, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Front Desk
Get fresh produce from the Refugee Collective and its farm. Purchasing a produce box subscription helps to support local farmers and connect refugees to needed fair-wage work. Produce boxes range from $96 (three weeks) to $192 (six weeks).
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DONATE MEN'S PANTS
New or gently-used men's pants are the most requested clothing items at Trinity Center. Drop off donations in the large bin in the lobby when you come to church.
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SUMMER HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS
JUNE 27 LUNCH CANCELED
Thursday Lunch resumes on Aug. 1.
Sunday Breakfast will continue through the summer, but Chef Ray needs extra help in the kitchen. Families are welcome to volunteer together, and no experience is needed.
- Sundays: 7:30-11:30 a.m.
- Tuesday-Thursdays: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Shifts are on a five-week rotation. As Chef Ray says, "Come join the few, the fun, the divine!"
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GENERAL CONVENTION
The 81st General Convention of The Episcopal Church will meet in Louisville, Kentucky, June 23-28. Check out these resources for the latest news:
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Follow #GC81 on social media
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Daughters of the King 10:30 a.m., Guild Parlor. This group does not meet June-Aug. Next meeting: Sept. 4
Environmental Guild 10 a.m. Vestry Conference Room. Next meeting TBD
HOME Ministry (Hispanic Outreach Education Ministry) Next meeting: TBD
Arbor Terrace Monthly Brunch
11 a.m.-1 p.m., offsite, 4th Saturdays, serve brunch to residents of Arbor Terrace. Next meeting: June 22
GLEE (Gay, Lesbian, and Everyone Else) 7 p.m., Quarterly Zoom meetings, 2nd Thursdays. Next meeting: July 11
Laundry Love 5-6 p.m., offsite, last Thursdays, Next meetings: TBD
Men's Group 6-8 p.m. Next dinner: No dinner in July.
Movie Group 11:15 a.m.-noon, 2nd Sundays, Vestry Room, discuss first-run movies.
Next-to-New Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times
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Pickleball Wednesdays, Gym,
6:30-8:30 p.m. On summer hiatus until Aug. 21
Prime Timers: Adults 50+, Next meeting: TBD
St. Agnes Guild: 9:30-11 a.m., last Saturdays, Guild Parlor, learn to knit for those in need. Next meeting: June 29
Trinity Center Volunteers
Multiple volunteer days/times Trinity Streets Eucharist, Sundays 2 p.m.
Ramp Build
8 a.m.-4 p.m., offsite. Next build: TBD
Reading the Bible ToGather
10 a.m., Sundays, Guild Parlor
Lunch for All 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sumners Hall. First Sundays. Next lunch: Aug. 4
Writers Group 1 p.m., Sundays, Library, for writers and hopefuls
Young Adults (Adults 20s and 30s) 5-7 p.m., 1st Sundays. LOCATION CHANGE Sunday, July 7: The Brewtorium (6015 Dillard Cir A)
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