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St. David's is a diverse worshipping community of believers unified in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit to receive and share God's love, hope, joy, vitality, and vision as we serve others.
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Welcome to St. David’s parish! We seek to be an inclusive community sharing Christ with one another and our world through worship, fellowship, Christian formation and outreach. We are located in downtown Austin and our parish family stretches throughout the metropolitan area. We invite you to join with us as a worshiping community and through our reaching out to others. Please explore our website and let us know how we may help you find a home at St. David’s.
The Rev. David Boyd
Vestry and Diocesan Council Nominations
The Annual Parish meeting will take place January 25 at 10:15 a.m. in Crail Hall. At this meeting we will elect five Vestry members and one Diocesan Council representative. If you are interested, please fill out this nomination form and return to by January 14.
Newcomers
Is this your first visit to St. David’s? Find out more information in our Visiting and Joining section.
Register for Events
Click here to register for events at St. David’s.
Publications
Check out the newest edition of The Messenger (January 2009) and Looking Ahead, our weekly 4-page newsletter featuring upcoming announcements, classes and opportunities.
• Christmas Looking Ahead for December 28 and January 4
• The Messenger (January 2009)
• 2008 Rector’s Annual Meeting Address
• 2007 Annual Report
• St. David’s Photos
Learn more about placing your own announcements and other forms of communication here.
Sermons
Listen to sermons from St. David’s at home, work, in the car, or on your iPod. Updated regularly.
e-newsletter
Want weekly up-to-date reminders of upcoming events? Subscribe to our e-newsletter.
Join Us as We CelebrateThe Feast of the Epiphany
Join us on Tuesday, January 6, at 7 p.m. in Bethell Hall. We will celebrate Holy Communion and sing Epiphany hymns accompanied by organ and trumpet. A festive reception will follow in Sumners Hall.
Journey Groups Sign Up
January and February Journey Groups registration has now begun. Check out all the classes we have to offer and register now!
BookShop Closed this Week
Please note the BookShop will be closed January 5-10 for inventory, but Coffee Divine will still be open serving up your favorite food and beverages!
Gay and Lesbian Fellowship
St. David’s Gay and Lesbian Fellowship will gather for a potluck dinner on Saturday, January 10, 6-9 p.m. Please bring something to share and feel free to bring a friend! Click here for more details.
New Pray for Peace Service
A new, half-hour service is now being offered each Friday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. in Grace Chapel. It is hosted by the St. David’s chapter of the Episcopal Peace Fellowship. The service, modeled after those of the Friends, is one of silent prayer and meditation, and anyone who feels moved to speak may do so.
News
What’s happening at St. David’s, the Diocese of Texas, the Episcopal Church or in the world? Check our News page.
• The Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life seeks to promote a deeper understanding of issues at the intersection of religion and public affairs
• This site shows research trends for the Episcopal Church
• This site allows you to research trends at particular churches and dioceses
• Episcopal Life Online
Ministry Partnerships
• Next to New
• St. David’s Church Foundation
• St. David’s Day School
• Trinity Center
• Warm Heart International
Extended Discovery Class Begins Next Week
Have you ever asked how The Episcopal Church came to be and what is expected of Episcopalians to believe? Have you ever wondered why we say prayers from a book or why we “do church” the way we do? These, plus Christian community formation, will be parts of an Extended Discovery Class. This class begins January 13 and ends May 19. Classes will be led by George McGonigle and the Rev. David Boyd from 7 to 9 p.m. in Crail C. Come for dinner at 6 p.m. and stay for the journey!
“Historical Churches” is Topic of Next Forum
Timothy Parker, architect and architectural historian, serves as part of the “Back to the Future” committee studying the needs of St. David’s Historic Sanctuary. Join us on Thursday, January 15, for a presentation on “Historical Churches and Buildings: What are Their Relevance Today?”. Lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. in Crail Hall. Cost is $10. Parking is free in the St. David’s Parking Garage. Please register by 8 a.m. the Tuesday before the event. The Forum is open to members of St. David’s Episcopal Church, friends, and the downtown community.
St. David’s Grants
2009 St. David’s Community Outreach Grants Application.
Click here for more information about St. David’s Community Outreach Grants Program. Applications are due by January 15.
Picture of the Week
The Rev. David Boyd and The Rev. Ken Malcolm participate in the dedication of the Nike Race.
