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This Sunday, September 1, 2024
8:00 and 9:30 Service of Holy Eucharist
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.
Forum: Social Time
We continue to Facebook Livestream the Sunday 9:30 service and upload to YouTube.
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WITH GRATITUDE
ALL PARISH PICNIC and KICK OFF SUNDAY
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH
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Kick off Sunday at a Glance
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Children’s time is back! Children ages 3-grade 5 are invited to process out during the Song of Praise for a short lesson, before they return for communion.
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Blessing of the Backpacks - bring your backpack, work bag, planner, computer, favorite pen, or just yourself, for a blessing as we begin our fall endeavors along with the students among us. We will have special backpack tags to take with you!
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Potluck picnic, bouncy house, Gratitude raffle drawing - see more info below.
And, grab important programming materials…
- Ministry Guides and Directories
- Children and youth calendars & registration forms
- Confirmation materials
- Nursery staff applications
- Youth Leadership Team info
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Picnic Info and Sign-Up
The Bouncy House has been ordered, the grills are getting cleaned, the bubble station is ready to roll, and our time to gather for an old-fashioned church potluck picnic has “finally” arrived.
All are welcome to participate in this fun, delicious get-together on Sunday, September 8th immediately after church. Remember, there is only one service at 9:30 a.m. on the day of the picnic. This is also the day 13 lucky winners will find out if their ticket is a cash winner from our summer-long Gratitude Raffle fundraiser!
As always, we appreciate a head count of attendees, and a mention of what you would like to bring to share (side dish, salad, or dessert). Burgers, hotdogs, buns, condiments, beverages, and compostable paper products will be provided. Please sign up from the Sign-Up Genius link below or opt to sign up by pen to paper on the clipboards at church (narthex/undercroft). If you are unable to bring a dish to share, or forget to sign up, no worries…. Please just come as you are as there is always plenty of food!
Sign up here.
Here’s to seeing all on Sunday, September 8th under seasonal, sunny skies…. fingers crossed!
Brought to you by your 2024 Vestry. Questions, contact Diane Curley, Sr. Warden at dcurley@stdavidsparish.org
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We're back!
Children's Time starting Sunday, September 8th during the 9:30 service.
LIFT Youth Group on Wednesday, September 4th @ St. David's 6:30-8:30pm.
We will meet for a pizza dinner in the Undercroft, and head to Dairy Queen for desert! All 6-12th graders are invited!
On Kickoff Sunday make sure to stop by the children and youth table to get registration packets, calendars, and more! All children and youth are required to have a registration packet completed.
Anna Belz-Brock
Children and Youth Minister
abrock@stdavidsparish.org
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Welcome, Kris Ferrario!
Please join me in welcoming Kris Ferrario to St. David's. Kris, who is in discernment for the priesthood, will be with us 1-3 Sundays per month for the next 6 months. In addition to helping lead worship on Sundays, Kris will take on various other projects during his time with us. I look forward to our time together!
- The Rev. Katherine Lewis
Kris Ferrario joins St. David’s from Messiah Episcopal Church in Saint Paul, where he and his family have been worshipping for the last five years. Kris has served churches in Massachusetts, Minnesota, and New York. He holds degrees in psychology, theology, and computer science. For six years, he worked at Boston University, developing online graduate courses with faculty and occasionally teaching undergraduate students. Currently, Kris is employed in corporate education and is discerning a call to the Priesthood in the Episcopal Church in Minnesota. Kris is married to Maye, a Physician Assistant, and together they have two daughters: Madelaine (age 11) and Olivia (age 10). For fun, Kris and his family enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities.
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Save the Date - October 4th
St David's Polka Party
Potluck & Fundraiser
Fun for all friends and family
We need your donations for our Auction!
Auction Ideas:
Tickets to Sporting Events, Theater, Boat Rides,
Cabin Weeks, Special dinners, Kid's Parties
Gift Cards to Restaurants, Bowling, Golf, etc
Yard or Home Ornaments, Paintings, Decor
Themed Baskets like: Pumpkin Carving, Halloween, Gardening,
Christmas, Winter Break/Spa and so many more!
Got questions, ideas or offerings? Contact:
Karin Lindquist lindquist.karin@hotmail.com
David Pearson: Davidpearson827@gmail.com
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Pilgrimage to Wales
May 4-13, 2025
Now Accepting Applications
We are excited that plans are coming together for our St. David's pilgrimage to Wales! Space for up to 17 people to attend from St. David's and friends of the congregation are welcome to apply. A full brochure, pricing document, and application form can be found here in the 3 attachments .
Note that this is not intended as a tourist trip, but rather a spiritual immersion into Celtic Christianity through movement, poetry, and prayer.
Pilgrimage Brochure
Information sheet
Registration form
Please send applications with your deposit payable to "Hiraeth Discoveries", to St. David's, Attn: Diane Curley, 13000 St. Davids Road, Minnetonka MN 55305 or drop them off in the office, Attn: Diane Curley.
Applications will be reviewed beginning in late July/early August and will be taken in the order they are received
For more information, please contact Diane Curley, dcurley@stdavidsparish.org, the Rev. Katherine Lewis, klewis@stdavidsparish.org, or pilgrimage leader, the Very Rev. Tony Pompa, tfsalpompa@gmail.com.
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Wonder Women Summer Social Time
Wow, with summer drawing to an end, let's celebrate some of the last days with a Social
Time! Please join us for great conversation and an opportunity to get to know one another even better in a very casual environment.
Here are the details for our next event:
Date: September 12th
Time: 5:00 - 6:30
Hosted by: Ann Carda
Address: 1806 Jersey Avenue South
St Louis Park 55426
Phone: 952.322 0224
All are welcome. If it works in your schedule to bring an appetizer or special beverage -
super - or since there is always plenty... bring yourself - much more important! Hope to see you on the 5th!
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New - Community Nights!
This program year, we are trying a new way to gather as a community for fellowship, formation, prayer, and music. On the 4th Wednesday of each month (with the exception of December) we will gather for a potluck supper, have an intergenerational activity, and end our time together with evening prayer.
On these 4th Wednesdays, other Wednesday programming - rehearsals, youth group - will take a week off, so we can all be involved. Childcare will be available, there will be opportunities for small groups, art projects, and more. Each month will look a little different.
Our first Wednesday Community Night is September 25th, and our topic will be, "family". What does it mean to be family? We have a church family, we have chosen family, we have biological family - families come in diverse forms, and we see this diversity in family throughout the Bible too. Come and explore what it means to be part of God's family.
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Adult Faith Formation
Many thanks to all who participated in the listening session last Sunday regarding Adult Faith Formation. Click here to see ideas that were generated at the session.
If these ideas inspire you for other possibilities please contact Scott Clark at scottakafourcrows@gmail.com. The adult faith formation committee is always open to one and all. If interested, contact Scott.
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Vote Faithfully
Interested in working at the polls?
Our democracy depends on ordinary people like us - who make sure every election runs smoothly and everyone's vote is counted. When you sign up with Power the Polls, we’ll share everything you need to apply to be a poll worker in your community. You can make sure we have safe, fair, efficient elections for all voters. Step up and become a poll worker for the next election today!
To learn more about becoming a poll worker in your precinct click this link. https://www.powerthepolls.org/search
Combat Misinformation
How to be a well-informed voter:
Diversify Your Information Sources
Relying on a single source of information can create echo chambers and reinforce biases.
Diversify your media consumption by choosing a mix of international, left-leaning, right-leaning, and centrist news sources.
Verify Information
Verify information using reliable fact-checking websites like FactCheck.org and PolitiFact which specialize in debunking false claims. This is especially important given the increasing use of AI-generated content making it even easier for others to generate and spread misinformation.
IRS Election Guide for Churches, to view, click here
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Countdown to Kickoff! Fewer than 20 tickets left! | |
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Kicking it off with Gratitude
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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Invitation to Participate in Community of Hope Training
Community of Hope equips lay people to serve in pastoral care, creating communities, steeped in Benedictine Spirituality, to serve others through compassionate listening.
What: a fourteen module course of study covering skills for listening to others, prayer, meditation and silence. The course equips one with tools needed to make pastoral visits with people dealing with illness, loss and loneliness and includes ways to respectfully set boundaries while allowing for the space to listen and support.
Dates for 2024 include 12 zoom sessions and 2 in-person retreats
September 21 9am-3pm retreat at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral (in person)
Saturdays beginning September 28 through November 16 by zoom.
Saturday, November 23 in person closing retreat at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral 9am-3pm
Who: Training will occur with other faith members in our diocese. Each session will be led by a professional faculty member.
FAQ:
Is it required that I attend all the sessions including the in-person retreats? All are required to attend the in-person retreats. Participants may miss up to two of the Zoom sessions, although attending every session is ideal.
Is there a cost to participate? $45 fee
What is the location of the retreat? The opening and closing retreats will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral. The other sessions will be held on Zoom.
How do I sign up? Please reach out to Karin Lindquist or Carol Johnson (contact information below) who will provide you with an application for participation.
I still have questions and would like to speak with someone who has taken the training. Who do I contact? Karin Lindquist Lindquist.karin@hotmail.com , Carol Johnson caroltwokat@gmail.com
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ICA Vision
A community where everyone has the resources to thrive
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ICA Sunday at St. David’s this Sunday
This coming Sunday, September 1, is the first Sunday of the month and thus, St. David’s ICA Sunday. Current needs include:
* pancake mix/syrup Non-food items
* shelf-stable milk * bar soap
* peanut butter * shampoo
* jelly/jam * toothpaste
* applesauce * cat litter
* coffee/tea
* bottled water
* Boost/protein drinks
The above are suggestions. Anything you would like to donate is always welcome. Bring your items to church this Sunday or drop them off at your convenience in one of the ICA baskets, located at the church entrances.
While food donations help bring in supplies for immediate use, a financial donation to ICA helps to ensure the shelves can be well stocked. A check made out to ICA can be dropped in the Sunday collection plate. You can also go online at www.icafoodshelf.org, choose Donate from the menu & follow the prompts. Thank you for supporting ICA.
Share Your Bounty
Has this rainy summer resulted in an excess of produce in your garden? Please consider supporting local families by sharing some of your harvest. ICA is committed to providing a variety of healthy, nutritious foods to our neighbors.
ICA will accept any size donation - whether it’s a handful of cherry tomatoes or a bushel of apples. All sorts of vegetables, herbs and fruits are welcome. Your donation will be a special gift. Fresh produce can be dropped off at ICA’s K-Tel location (11588 K-Tel Drive, Minnetonka). Thank you for considering another way to provide healthy food to our neighbors in need.
Save the Date, 10/8, for the Great Taste
Mark your calendars for Tuesday,October 8 for the Great Taste 2024. This 11th annual celebration of community, generosity and neighbors will be held once again at Oak Ridge Country Club. Tickets are now on sale. Early bird pricing will be available until September 15. Use the code EARLYBIRD at checkout to receive your discount. It is easy. Just go to www.icafoodshelf.org/taste.
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We are excited for St. David’s to know of this opportunity to tour and celebrate Beacon’s Vista 44 in Hopkins. Our congregation donated seed money for this housing and watched it being built in our neighborhood.
Please join us for this celebration, remembering that St. David's was on board with our support of this project by donating seed money.
Beacon invites you to join us in celebrating the creation of 50 new homes
for families in Hopkins.
Vista 44 Grand Opening
Date: Thursday, September 12th
Program: 4:00 pm
Celebration: 4:30-5:30 pm
Location: Vista 44, 44 12th Ave S, Hopkins, MN 55343
We have worked together to make this dream a reality and are excited to celebrate our accomplishments with you. We will have an opening program and ribbon cutting at 4 pm on the basketball court on the north side of the building. This program will be followed by a "come all" community celebration with light food and family friendly activities starting at 4:30 pm in the building's north parking lot.
All are welcome to join residents, community members, donors and more to celebrate this wonderful addition to the neighborhood. Vista 44 has begun lease-up and is moving families into homes right now. Once full, 50 families who make less than $30,000 per year will live in high-quality, well-managed apartments. They are one, two, and three-bedroom units to accommodate various families, and Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin, will provide individualized on-site support services.
These homes are the result of all of our work together, so we hope you can join us.
Register here to attend.
See you there,
Ben Helvick Anderson
VP of Policy & Organizing
Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative
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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:
- September 10
- September 23
- October 8
- October 28
- October 29
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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Have an announcement you would like to share in this weekly email?
Send it to office@stdavidsparish.org before 9:00 am on Wednesday to be featured.
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