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Sunday, July 14, 2024
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I
9:15 a.m. The Rector's Roundtable (Parish Hall)
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II (also live-streamed)
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Servers for July 14, 2024
Vestry of the Day: Bobby Schmidt, David Carlson; Verger: Chris Norton; AV: Ken Holloway
8:00 a.m.
Clergy: The Rev. Cameron Nations; Lector: Meg Vancil; Intercessor: Erik Evenson
10:30 a.m.
Clergy: The Rev. Cameron Nations, The Rev. Jerry Lyle; Lector: Ernest Mueller; Intercessor: Bobby Schmidt; Chalice 3: Robin Mueller; Chalice 4: Mike Paulsen; Ushers: Aubrie Wade, Casey Wade, Aiden Wade, Bob Moody
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Many Members One Body 2024 Annual Stewardship Campaign
We ask that you prayerfully consider how your gifts might support the work of the church. Please fill out a physical pledge card once you receive one, and then give online at the link below. You may also click on the picture to go directly to Realm. Please be sure you indicate Pledge Offerings as the Fund name, and indicate in the Memo section that it is for the 2024 Annual Stewardship Campaign.
http://saintrichards.org/give
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Round Rock Area Serving Center
Have you been looking for a way to get more involved and give back? Join us as we get a St. Richard's team together to donate our time and effort at the Serving Center. Just show up at 9:30 a.m. in the lobby of the Serving Center, no RSVP required! Questions? Contact Kate Monteiro (katharine.lukas@gmail.com) or Cady Clark (512-791-1025 or cadyclark@austin.rr.com)
Thank you, Thank you!
With the support of your prayers and generosity, the Round Rock Area Serving Center has completed its Legacy of Compassion Capital Campaign! In just two years, from June 2022 to June 2024, we have raised $7 million dollars in pledges and donations to complete an additional building that will help the Serving Center meet the needs of our community for years to come. Construction will begin as soon as the city approves all the permits. Thank you again for your ongoing support!
Upcoming 2024 Service Dates
September 14, December 14
RRASC Food Donation Bins
When children are out of school, food insecurity increases. Please consider donating pantry staples, canned goods, and baby supplies in our purple collection bin in the entryway. Thank you for giving back to our wonderful community! Email Kate Monteiro (katharine.lukas@gmail.com) with any questions.
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Karamu tickets are now available!
The Serving Center’s annual fundraiser will take place on Saturday, August 10th at Kalahari Resort beginning at 6pm. It will be a fun filled evening of music, food and great entertainment. Join the celebration by going HERE to purchase your tickets. The deadline to RSVP is August 1st. If you want to sit with the St. Richard’s tribe, please enter St. Richard’s where it asks for table preference. Hope to see you there!
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Quilts of Valor
The next Quilts of Valor gathering will be July 15th in the classroom in the parish hall. If you would like to participate or have questions, please email hastingsroberta@aol.com. We are happy to help, even if you don't know how to sew but have a sewing machine. We have only one extra machine, if you need to use it. We are moving fast so if you would like to donate red, white, and blue fabric, we would certainly appreciate it. We have a Tax ID number if you would like to write it off.
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Fund a Scholarship for a St. Richard's College Student
Help the St. Richard's chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew fund a scholarship for a St. Richard’s college student. For each $25 donation, you will receive an 18oz tumbler. Available in the Narthex after morning services or contact Curt Young (737-888-0843).
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Prayer Shawl Group Meetings Postponed
The Prayer Shawl Group will not be meeting again until September 19th. For more information about joining our group, please contact Bea DeMarquis (beatricedemarquis@yahoo.com). All knitters and crocheters are welcome!
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A Musical Feast Concert Series
Our July 14 program features renowned Austin singer/songwriters Jan Seides and Cat McGee! Come in out of the heat at 5 pm to enjoy “Cool Nights,” a concert of award-winning, lyric-driven contemporary folk songs that combine uptown sophistication with down-home truth. Free; donations for the musicians gratefully accepted at the door ($10 suggested.)
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Film Club
Like discussing movies and what they might mean to you or even the filmmakers themselves? Do you have thoughts on a film's meaning, spirituality, and what makes quality storytelling? Then join us as we talk about movies from all angles - from pure entertainment value to the creative craftsmanship of making a film and putting it into the world. We'll discuss One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975, rated R, available to rent on streaming services) on Wednesday, July 24th from 7pm-8:30pm in the Parish Hall. Contact Amy Nordhausen to be added to the Film Club email list: ameliaclaire@hotmail.com
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Upcoming Parish Life Events:
July 20th: Cooking Class with Kathy
Kathy Stites is hosting a cooking class in the Parish Hall kitchen on July 20th starting at 9am. She will be covering Mediterranean fare. For more information, contact Kathy (kathyths@aol.com). Tickets are available for $35 on Realm or by going to https://bit.ly/3xJfSkz. Class size limit is 6 people
July 26th-27th: Christmas in July Concession Sales
The St. Richard's Parish Life team is once again selling concessions at the Christmas in July craft show. Any available help in the kitchen is appreciated. Contact Kathy for more information.
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The Church Office Will be Closed the Following Dates:
July 26th-30th
August 26th
September 2nd
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St. Richard's School Upcoming Events
NOW HIRING - We are looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and is committed to providing our families and students with the best preschool experience. Contact our Preschool Office @ 512-248-1789 or preschool@saintrichards.org for more information.
* To View the Full School Calendar, please click on the school image at the top.
Check out our website HERE.
Make a Donation to the Preschool HERE
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Ever wanted to sing with the choir, but couldn’t make Wednesday rehearsals? We’re now on summer schedule, and welcome singers aged 10 and up to join us in the Nave by the piano Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m.! Learn an easy anthem, review the hymns with us, and then stick around to sing for the 10:30 service. No audition, no processions, no robing – just come as you are and join us in song! (Note: no anthems July 28 and August 4, but do come help lead our hymn singing!)
And … if you play an instrument and would like to offer a selection for prelude or postlude, please contact Sara Burden-McClure at sara@saintrichards.org !
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The Rector’s Roundtable, Sundays, 9:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall with Fr. Cameron
Join us as we explore a passage in the book of Acts each week.
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Exploring Scripture Class, 9:15 a.m., Parish Hall with Karen Burnup
We are taking a break until August 18th. Plan to join when Formation starts again after the summer!
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Children’s Ministry Volunteer Opportunities
We are beginning to think about next year of classes starting in August. Please be thinking and praying about ways you can support this important ministry!
Diane DuTeil (dianeduteil77@gmail.com or 512-791-3017)
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Youth Group Spiritual Formation & Fun Upcoming Events
Please click on image to go to the website!
** Sunday School meets weekly at 9:15 a.m. in Youth Room, and 5:00-7:00 p.m. for Sunday evening Youth Group in the Parish Hall
Text our Youth Line at 512.812.7442 to RSVP to events
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Ladies Monday Night Zoom Group, Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
Join us during the summer to discuss The Chosen Season 3 episodes. We preview the episode and then have an hour long discussion on Zoom. Beginning June 10th, we will meet most Mondays from 7 to 8 pm. If interested, contact Alice McDow 512-689-8547 or alice.mcdow@gmail.com.
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Wednesday Ladies Bible Study Class, 10:00-11:30 a.m., Parish Hall, Rm 2, on break until August!
Contact Alice McDow for more information
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew, Saturdays at 9 a.m. in the Ridley Room
Men often struggle to build strong connections with other men, or to find spaces where they can be vulnerable about the challenges they face— things like marital strife, questions of faith, and how to be an effective parent. The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is designed to fill that need. If you are a man in the church looking for the things described above, consider joining us. We meet every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. in the Ridley Room. For information, contact Curt Young
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Daughters of the King, July 14th Parish Hall Meeting Room
On Sunday, July 14th, after the 10:30 service, the Daughters will have their meeting in the Parish Hall. Any woman interested in DOK is very welcome to join our meeting and encouraged to come. We are planning to start the discernment study for those thinking about becoming a Daughter very soon, come see if God is calling you!
For questions, please reach out to Helen Paulsen (paulsenh779@gmail.com)
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Connect with a St. Richard's Small Group or Social Group
Looking for opportunities to fellowship and grow your faith with fellow St. Richard's parishioners? Reach out to the parish office to learn more and make a connection!
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Ways to Give Back to St. Richard's Church
1.) Give Online Through Realm (no need to sign in)
https://onrealm.org/saintrichards/Give
2.) Text & Give (text STRICHARD to 73256)
3.) Amazon Smile ~ look for St. Richard's Episcopal Church & Mother's Day Out
* please click on logo above to learn more about online giving and other ways to share your gifts with St. Richard's.
Ways to Give Back to St. Richard's School
1.) Give 5% back to the Preschool through Office Depot ~ provide school ID 70201125 at checkout
2.) Purchase an item for the School off of their Amazon Wishlist Here.
3.) Make a Donation to the School Here.
* Please Click Here to learn more about the School's fundraising efforts.
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