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08.17.22
the word: Persnickety about money? Join the finance team.
by: Karen Dollar, Saint David's treasurer
 
Six years ago when I said yes to being the treasurer at Saint David’s, I knew almost nothing about how to be a treasurer. Rather, I was an English major who was persnickety about money. But then, as now, the finance team was a supportive group. The team has been led by Madeline Moore and includes Maddy Ouye, Kari Stanley, and Randy Ericson. Turns out it has been fun, interesting, and an honor. Six years is a good time for me to start transitioning to being support for a new treasurer. The best part of being treasurer for me is working with some of the best and smartest folks I’ve ever known. The people of this parish are generous with their hearts, talents, and treasure.

Six years ago Madeline stepped up from finance team to finance chair. She has led the parish in a successful capital campaign, led the stewardship drive and high school senior gift drive each year, and been a partner to the treasurer in myriad ways. Likewise, Madeline plans to move to a support position rather than lead on finance.

We are in the process of talking to some talented parishioners about joining the finance team in these roles and about expanding the team. If you are a parishioner interested in partnering on this team, please let us know. Erin at office@saintdavidpdx.org has our contact information.
Not New, Still Important
Blessing of the Backpacks
It’s back to school time again! On Sunday, August 28th, bring your backpack (or purse or messenger bag or just yourself!) to be blessed for the coming school year. Teachers, students, life-long learners, and anybody who would like to be part of this blessing is welcome!
Come Garden With Us
Want to tend the earth around Saint David's this summer and fall? All are welcome! We will gather from 5pm on (come when you can) on the first and last Tuesday of the month and right after church on the second Sunday. Please bring gloves, clippers, and lawn rakes if you have them. If you want to garden but need equipment, email juniorwarden@saintdavidpdx.org. Questions? Contact Sabine Gibson at omabina@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Summer Date for Singing
Regular weekly meetings are hard, y'all!!! Especially during the summer, when so many folks are traveling and celebrating, it's challenging to carve out the time to get together Every Single Week - even if it's for something as joyfully frivolous and playfully sacred as a singalong! So, I've opened up our schedules a bit, putting fewer musical gatherings on the calendar. They're still at 6:30pm on Wednesday evenings - just not every week. Mark your calendars for August 24th for an evening of laughter, sharing, camaraderie, and of course SONGS! No experience necessary - AT ALL! This is for everybody - especially you!
Questions? Check in with Finn Buckley, Music Director music@saintdavidpdx.org & 503-409-6819
Children’s Ministries Coordinator Summer Vacation
For the summer, Cleo, our Children's Ministry Coordinator, is taking time off from her work at Saint David's. During this time, there will be no Godly Play. Cleo and Vivian will attend church throughout the summer as parishioners. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Cleo at kids@saintdavidpdx.org.

Deadline for all weekly bulletin & eNotes inclusions
Announcements, events, happenings, drum circles, parking lot dancing, movie nights, meetings in and around the building, wagon trips, minister trainings, step singing, basket-weaving etc. is: Tuesday at noon.
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Acts of Service
August Sunday Volunteers Sign up below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DABAD22A7F4CE9-august

September Sunday Volunteers Sign up below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DABAD22A7F4CE9-september


Hybrid Worship Tech Team
No experience necessary. Volunteers needed for both Zoom & in-person. If you are able to join the team that makes Sunday hybrid worship happen, please email Saint David's tech team at techsaintdavids@gmail.com

Lay Eucharistic Ministers
Come be part of this (altar) party! Our fabulous Saint David’s clergy is a great group of people to work with, ever forgiving of the imperfect. If you have even a tiny inkling that you would like to explore this opportunity, please contact Madeline Moore at madmoore47@gmail.com or 503-502-0405 or speak to Deacon Tracy.


Gardening and Grounds
Are you a visionary gardener? Are you just getting started growing things? The Building & Grounds Committee wants to hear from you! We would love gardeners of all levels to join us for regular gardening parties to take care of Saint David's grounds. Questions? Contact Junior Warden, Rachel Klein, at juniorwarden@saintdavidpdx.org


The Red Wagon Ministry
If your heart is moved and you would like to help us serve our unhoused neighbors in ways that they find loving and support, please email cassandracole90@gmail.com to talk about donations to the wagon and volunteer opportunities!
Regular Haps
Sunday Hybrid Church Service - 10am each Sunday on Zoom & In-person

Wednesdays at 6:30pm in the Parish Hall: Choir!
Next signing evenings are August 24th
Come, all those willing to make some joyful noise! Please bring your proof of vaccination to the first night you attend; we remain masked while singing. Questions? Email Finn at music@saintdavidpdx.org.

Fridays, noon-12:08.46, weather permitting: Say Their Names
We will gather as a community committed to racial justice and hear their names and ring the bell to honor each beloved person who was killed. Please gather near the church steps by 11:55am.

Mondays- Saturdays at 9am: Morning Prayer on Zoom
We read scripture, pray, and are done by 9:30. All we welcome! Please join us!
Zoom link / Meeting ID: 793 652 410 / Passcode: 188410
Contact Us

Office:
office@saintdavidpdx.org
Text: 503-473-4167
Voicemail: 503-232-8461

Spiritual needs:
kerlin@saintdavidpdx.org 

Vestry:
stdavidpdx-vestry@googlegroups.com
Minutes from our monthly vestry meetings are available on our website.

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