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This Sunday, September 15, 2024
8:00 and 9:30 Service of Holy Eucharist
The Nursery will be open during the 9:30 service and social hour.
Forum: Celebration of Ministries
We continue to Facebook Livestream the Sunday 9:30 service and upload to YouTube.
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Celebration of Ministries
St. David's will be hosting a Celebration of Ministries during coffee hour on September 15.
At this event, we will celebrate the many ministries in which we at St. David's participate, both within our own walls and within our broader community.
The event will consist of:
- A brief spiritual reflection using our fall giving campaign theme of "Walk in Love" to reflect upon the ministries of St. David's
- A fun slide show capturing many ministries of St. David's in the past year
- An interactive activity to engage your fellow parishioners to discuss ministries
- A table hosted by St. David's leadership to answer questions and be a resource to people who wish to learn more about ministry opportunities
We hope to see you there!
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We're back!
Children's Time for age 3 - grade 5 continues this Sunday during the 9:30 service.
We're still collecting registration packets! All children and youth are required to have a registration packet completed.
LIFT @Trinity Episcopal Church, Excelsior on Wednesday, September 18th
We will meet for dinner, community, and fun! For all 6-12th graders from 6:30-8:30pm
LIFT stands for Love in Fellowship and Truth and is our youth group with Trinity in Excelsior. On first Wednesdays we meet at St. David's and third Wednesdays we meet at Trinity.
Save the date: September 28th - Youth outing to Good Courage farm!
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Urgent Need for Volunteers!
This past Sunday, we had 32 children and youth in church! That is over twice as many as I expected. I usually print more resources than I need, but we ran out of registration forms and backpack tags! This is a huge sign of growth in our community, and an indication of the program year to come. Hallelujah! And Help! I am seeking volunteers to assist with children and youth programming. We will only be able to celebrate and sustain this growth with your help.
How can you help? Great question.
- Administrative tasks like volunteer/Safe Church management and communications
- Preparing lesson materials (printing, folding, distributing)
- Managing and organizing our physical spaces, classrooms, nursery, and youth room
- Serving on the Youth Leadership Team
- Volunteering to help with children’s time on Sunday mornings
- Volunteering to help with youth group on Wednesday nights
- Hosting/making meals
Please email me abrock@stdavidsparish.org with what type of ministry you would be interested in helping with, and what your availability looks like, whether it’s remote, or coming in to the office.
Thank you in advance!
Anna Belz-Brock
Children and Youth Minister
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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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Mill City String Quartet Concert
Sunday, September 29th at 3pm
St. David's Sanctuary
Join internationally prize-winning Mill City String Quartet for an exciting preview concert featuring select repertoire from their upcoming 18th Season! Experience the dynamic compositions of Elizabeth Maconchy, Tomeka Reid, Carlos Simon, and Jessie Montgomery. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the extraordinary diversity of contemporary string quartet music while getting a glimpse of the artistic journey the quartet will undertake this season. Don’t miss the chance to engage with these compelling works and witness the energy they bring to the stage. The concert is FREE with all donations given to the ministries of St. David's Episcopal Church.
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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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New - Community Nights!
Kick Off: Wednesday, September 25
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. Here's the plan for the evening:
6:00 Potluck supper (bring something to share)
6:30 Small group time (choice of discussion or creative activity)
7:15 Singing together
7:30 Simple Evening Prayer
There's no need to sign up; just come join us!
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Gratitude Abounds
Many thanks to all who participated in any way, shape, or form for this year's Kick-off Sunday All-Parish Picnic. What a wonderful turnout it was this year, and oh my, how mother nature cooperated! Whether you helped with setting-up/taking down, cleaning up, grilling, grill schlepping, bubble building, bouncing, raffling, setting up a sound system, sharing food, or attending.......all of you are so appreciated.
What fun it was, participating in the community that is St. David's. It is going to be a very good year as we Walk in Love together!
Diane Curley, Sr. Warden
St David's Vestry
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Congratulations to all who won our
Gifts of Gratitude Raffle!!
Our Lucky WInners:
Grand Prize $1,000.00 Winner
Sue List
$250.00 Winners
Sharon Engel
Dean Sather
$100.00 Winners
Becky Sweely
Cathy & Randy Schwichtenberg
Bill Jacobs
Ron Holback
Marty Scott
Deborah Griffin
Helen VonGrossmann
Helen VonGrossmann
Dustin Eichten
Juanita Webster
Checks will be issued and mailed out by Shea Brendalen. We especially thank Randy Lindquist, David Pearson and the selling committee for their hard work and dedication! If you bought a ticket, you helped us raise money for St. David's projects, ministries and outreach programs! Thank you!
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Tech Help Needed
Are you tech-savvy or interested in learning more about technology? St. David’s is looking for passionate (or laid back, or anywhere in between) individuals to join our Technology Team! Whether you have experience with sound systems, computer skills, data/file organization talents, or if you’re eager to learn, we would love to have you.
If you’re interested in serving in this capacity, please reach out to Kristina Stokes at Kristina_s@uwalumni.com. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our church community!
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Calling All Bridge Players
The St. David’s Bridge Group will begin the new season on Friday, September 20 at 6:30 PM in the Conference Room. If you are interesting in playing bridge, please contact Susan Taylor at ss2taylor@comcast.net or 952-944-7241.
We are a casual group that plays Party Bridge the third Friday of every month except December and Summer. People sign up only one month at a time. So, there is no long term commitment and you won’t need to find substitutes if you can’t play one month.
If there is enough interest, we can arrange bridge lessons for beginners or for those who want to learn some more bridge conventions.
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Calling All Mah Jongg Players
The St. David’s Mah Jongg Group plays on the first and third Tuesday afternoon of every month. If you are interested in playing, please contact Susan Taylor at ss2taylor@comcast.net or 952-944-7241.
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Mexican Train Anyone?
If you are interested in playing Mexican Train regularly, please contact Susan Taylor at ss2taylor@comcast.net or 952-944-7241. Indicate if you are interested in playing only in daytime, only evening, or either. We’ll pick a time and place based on these responses. This is a new group and it is a fairly easy game to learn, but still has some strategy. Come join the fun."
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Vote Faithfully
Did you know that you can vote from home?
Did you know you can vote early from September 20 to November 4?
Did you know that Election Day is November 5?
Did you know you can register to vote on Election Day?
Would you like to work at the polls on Election Day?
For answers to these questions and any others you may have go to:
https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/vote-early-by-mail/
Misinformation, Disinformation, Fake News:
Why Do We Care?
As Christians, we are not called to a life of half-truths and deception. We are called to follow a God who is “the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). The Prayer Book also teaches that among our duties to our neighbors is “to be honest and fair in our dealings” and to “speak truth, and not mislead others by our silence.” (pg. 848) Let us therefore examine our own conduct to limit the spread of deceitful information and call upon our leaders to work towards the same.
Learn more and equip yourself to recognize and overcome misinformation in this critical resource.
https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ogr/misinformation-disinformation-fake-news-why-do-we-care/
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ICA Vision
A community where everyone has the resources to thrive
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Get your tickets today for The Great Taste
The Great Taste is an annual celebration of community, generosity and neighbors. This year’s event will be on Tuesday, October 8 at the Oak Ridge Country Club. Join Belinda Jensen at the festivities, which includes a silent auction.
There are only a few days left to get discounted tickets. Prices will increase from $71 to $100 on Monday, September 16. Save your spot today.
Share your bounty
Are you still blessed with an excess of produce in your garden? Please consider supporting local families by sharing some of your harvest. ICA is committed to providing a wide 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. Fresh produce can be dropped off at ICA’s K-Tel location (11588 K-Tel Drive, Minnetonka).
Thank you for considering yet another way to provide healthy foods to our neighbors in need. Your donation will be an amazing gift.
Community Chili Cook-off September 21
Are you a chili lover? Mark your calendar on Saturday, September 21 for the annual Community Chili Cook-off. It will be held (rain or shine) between 11am - 2pm at Faith Church (12007 Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka). This fun event is a friendly competition between teams from Hopkins Fire & Police Departments, Minnetonka Fire & Police Departments and Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation. Non-perishable food items and monetary donations will be collected that day to support ICA.
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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 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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