Vestry members represent the lay leadership of the church. St. David's Vestry Meet the St. David's Vestry Members: These members are elected by the parish and serve three year terms. Each member is responsible for and serve as liaisons for the different areas of parish life. Vestry meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month in the Hope Classroom (downstairs Jeffords Hall), at 6:30 p.m. Parish members are welcome to attend any vestry meeting. Vestry members also wear name-tags which are outlined in red each Sunday. Leonard Ferrand serves as Parish Treasurer, elected to that position by the vestry. He is ex-officio, a non-voting member of the vestry. You may view/read the minutes from vestry meetings and the Treasurer's Reports by visiting our Documents page . Patrick Cathcart Term expires 2026 Kristy Clodfelter Term expires 2026 Jeff Odell Senior Warden Term expires 2026 Jen Walker, Secretary Term expires 2026 Shawn Allen Term expires 2027 Jim Linthicum Term expires 2027 Mario Netto Term expires 2027 Deb Stecher Term expires 2027 Althea Benton Term Expires 2028 Philip Elliot, Junior Warden Term Expires 2028 John Hay Term Expires 2028 Jim Reinhardt Term Expires 2028 Leonard Ferrand Treasurer Gary Dunsmore Finance Committee Chairman 2025 Annual Meeting 2025 St. David's Annual Meeting 2022 Annual Meeting 2022 St. David's Annual Meeting 2021 Annual Meeting 2021 St. David's Annual Meeting

Serving Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton and most of North Fulton county, St. David's Episcopal Church is a thriving parish of over 700 families located in Roswell, Georgia, approximately 20 miles north of downtown Atlanta. St. David's Episcopal Church Learning to love like Jesus and inspiring others to do the same. Join us as we Grow Together Walk in Love Shine a Brighter Light Sunday Worship Schedule 7:45 a.m. Rite I Worship Service with Holy Communion An Episcopal Rite I service is the traditional, formal form of worship in the Episcopal Church. It follows older English patterns and language and feels reverent, structured, and a bit timeless. Click here to see the most recent 7:45 bulletin. 9:00 a.m. Rite II Family Service with Holy Communion The Rite II service is a more modern, accessible form of worship in the Episcopal Church. It keeps the same ancient structure as Rite I but uses contemporary language and a more conversational tone. Childcare is available for infants to 3-years-old. Children, PreK to 5th will have their own Children's Chapel lesson. Contemporary music is provided by St. David's Basement Band. Click here to see most recent 9:00 bulletin. 11:15 a.m. Rite II Worship Service with Holy Communion The service is also uses contemporary language and a more conversational tone, with traditional music featuring our Austin Pipe Organ and the St. David's Choir. Childcare is available for infants to 3-years-old. This service is Livestreamed. Click here to see the most recent 11:15 bulletin. Click here to link to the 11:15 Livestream. 1:15 p.m. Santa Misa en Español Santa Misa en Español. Capilla para niños. Ésta misa se transmite en vivo. (Children's Chapel. This service is livestreamed.) Convivio después del servicio. http://stdavidhispano.org/ Click here to see the most recent 1:15 bulletin. Click here to link to the 1:15 Livestream. About Us St. David’s Church is a welcoming, vibrant faith community in the north Atlanta suburb of Roswell, offering a place to grow spiritually, ask meaningful questions, and connect with others. Through engaging worship, thoughtful education, and programs for all ages, St. David’s invites people from all backgrounds to explore faith at their own pace. Worship takes place in a beautiful sanctuary filled with light from stunning stained-glass windows and enriched by a digitally enhanced Austin pipe organ, creating an inspiring and memorable experience. Music is a cornerstone of worship at St. David’s, offering both traditional choral music and contemporary Christian worship music. Most importantly, St. David’s is known for its people. A caring staff and dedicated volunteers support children and youth, welcome newcomers, and offer adults meaningful opportunities to build community, serve others, and grow together as we shine a brighter light in our community. Upcoming Events Oct 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT Trunk or Treat and Book Fair 2026 / Sign Up Here! Oct 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT Roswell, 1015 Old Roswell Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, USA A safe and fun trick-or-treating experience for the children and families of Mimosa and Vickery Mill Elementary Schools and surrounding neighborhood! And new this year - Book Fair! We want everyone to be monster reader! Nov 01, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Choral Evensong / Learn more Nov 01, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM St. David's Episcopal Church, 1015 Old Roswell Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, USA Join us for a beautiful Evensong service of scripture and song to commemorate All Saints' day. Nov 02, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Commemoration of the Faithful Departed: Memorial Garden Service and Luncheon / Sign Up Here! Nov 02, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Roswell, 1015 Old Roswell Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, USA There will be a service with Holy Communion in the Memorial Garden to honor those who are interred in St. David’s Memorial Garden. This service will be immediately followed by a luncheon. Nov 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – Nov 15, 2026, 12:00 PM St. David’s Women’s Retreat 2026: Stillness in the Season - Finding Moments of Peace During the Holidays / Sign Up Here! Nov 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – Nov 15, 2026, 12:00 PM Sewanee, 1100 St Marys Ln, Sewanee, TN 37375, USA Join us for a weekend of fellowship and spiritual renewal on the mountain at St. Mary's, Sewanee, TN with guest speaker, Mary Hemmer, pastor/retreat leader from Gainesville, GA. Click here to see our full Calendar News and Updates from St. David's NFCC CoatsGiving 2026! Here's how you can help over 600 families with warm winter gear and a Thanksgiving meal! susie280 NFCC CoatsGiving 2026! Here's how you can help over 600 families with warm winter gear and a Thanksgiving meal! Three Ways to Observe All Saints' at St. David's. There are three All Saints' worship and event opportunities this year for you to choose from. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage at St. David's Episcopal! Join St. David's during National Hispanic Heritage Month as we celebrate our Hispanic Ministry. Small Group Study for Fall 2026: Philippians for Everyone Join a small group to study "Philippians for Everyone" this Fall! 1 2 3 4 5 Quick Links Do you have a prayer request? Are you a member and need to reserve a room for your group or ministry? Use these quick links below! Prayer Request Event/Space Request Newsletter Member Log in St. David's Library Make an Online Pledge Make an Online Donation Printable Directory

Illumination, St. David's weekly newsletter is the best source for the happenings around the parish. "The Illumination" St. David's Episcopal Church produces a weekly newsletter called "The Illumination." It is emailed to newsletter subscribers on Friday afternoons and contains updates and announcements important to the life of the parish. If you are interested in learning more about or getting involved in the community life of St. David's, start here! Click here to read this week's Illumination 2026 Newsletters: October 18, 2026 October 11, 2026 October 4, 2026 September 27, 2026 September 20, 2026 September 13, 2026 September 6, 2026 August 30, 2026 August 23, 2026 August 16, 2026 August 9, 2026 August 2, 2026 July 26, 2026 July 19, 2026 July 12, 2026 July 5, 2026 June 21, 2026 June 14, 2026 June 7, 2026 May 31, 2026 May 24, 2026 May 17, 2026 May 10, 2026 May 3, 2026 April 26, 2026 April 19, 2026 April 12, 2026 April 5, 2026 March 29, 2026 March 29, 2026 March 22, 2026 March 15, 2026 March 8, 2026 March 1, 2026 February 22, 2026 February 15, 2026 February 8, 2026 February 1, 2026 January 25, 2026 January 18, 2026 January 11, 2026 January 4, 2026 Subscribe to "The Illumination" by using the form below:

Worship schedule, how to watch online, listen to sermons, and information about the service and child care are all available here. Worship at St. David's Watch Services Online Listen to Sermons If you are visiting St. David's Episcopal Church, please follow the signs to specially designated parking for Visitors. When you enter the front doors, please visit our Welcome Center at the main entrance of the Church. A member of our Welcome Ministry will be there to greet you and offer you a warm welcome to St. David's. We invite you to fill out either a paper welcome card found in the pews or the Online Visitors Card (here) , so we can send you additional information about St. David’s. We are blessed that you have chosen to worship at St. David’s! 7:45 a.m. Rite I Worship Service with Holy Communion An Episcopal Rite I service is the traditional, formal form of worship in the Episcopal Church. It follows older English patterns and language and feels reverent, structured, and a bit timeless. Click here to see the most recent 7:45 bulletin. 9:00 a.m. Rite II Family Service with Holy Communion The Rite II service is a more modern, accessible form of worship in the Episcopal Church. It keeps the same ancient structure as Rite I but uses contemporary language and a more conversational tone. Childcare is available for infants to 3-years-old. Children, PreK to 5th will have their own Children's Chapel lesson. Contemporary music is provided by St. David's Basement Band. Click here to see most recent 9:00 bulletin. 11:15 a.m. Rite II Worship Service with Holy Communion The service is also uses contemporary language and a more conversational tone, with traditional music featuring our Austin Pipe Organ and the St. David's Choir. Childcare is available for infants to 3-years-old. This service is Livestreamed. Click here to see the most recent 11:15 bulletin. Click here to link to the 11:15 Livestream. 1:15 p.m. Santa Misa en Español Santa Misa en Español. Capilla para niños. Ésta misa se transmite en vivo. (Children's Chapel. This service is livestreamed.) Convivio después del servicio. http://stdavidhispano.org/ Click here to see the most recent 1:15 bulletin. Click here to link to the 1:15 Livestream. For Children St. David's Nursery - Children of all ages are invited to participate in our worship services at St. David's. The Nursery is also available to serve children, infants to 3-years-old, starting at 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Our experienced staff is dedicated to providing excellent care in a loving environment following Safeguarding God's Children guidelines and CDC protocols. We welcome you and encourage you to ask questions. Please email Mo. Shannon Darke , Asst. Rector for Children, Youth and Families. Children's Chapel - Children ages 4 to 5th grade gather each week for Children's Chapel. We invite children to the Chapel during the 9:00 a.m. Family Service, which includes a Bible story, prayers, and special activities. The children will return to their parents for Communion. Questions? Contact Mo. Shannon Darke , Asst. Rector for Children, Youth and Families. Join Us Online! St. David's online worship is a livestream of the 11:15 a.m. Rite II service on Youtube. Click the YouTube icon below to go to our channel Special Service Schedule

With an award-winning hymnist backed by a legendary pipe organ and choir, St. David's music is among the best in the state. The St. David's Choir The aim of the St. David’s Choir is to glorify the Lord by bringing His word to others in song. We believe that in turn, He will use gifts of music as a means to strengthen, enrich, inspire and encourage His people. “Called” has a special meaning to each member of the St. David’s Choir. We believe that each member of the choir participates because they have answered a call to excellence in music for the Glory of God and the worship of the parish; they embrace singing music that lifts spirits and inspires peace in hearts. We believe each person in the pew is part of our church’s “great choir” and encourage all who have a song in their heart to participate fully in worship. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., from September through mid-May. (Solos, ensembles and instrumentalists provide music during summer months.) This choir sings at the 11:15 a.m. service on Sunday mornings, and at special Festival services and holidays. Evensongs are sung in the fall and during Advent and Lent. Our repertoire spans from 16th-century literature through newly commissioned music. We have sung Requiem and Mass settings by Schubert, Fauré, Bach, Mozart, and Rutter. St. David’s Choir has sung for Reaffirmation of Vows, Confirmation, and Ordination services for the Diocese of Atlanta. Contact Mason Copeland for details and a vocal range evaluation. We would love to have you join us!

Information on how to become a member of the Christian faith by Baptism. Baptism at St. David's Please use the form below to request a baptism at St. David's. Note: The form below requires scrolling to fill it out completely.

Spiritual education begins early! St. David's provides numerous classes and outreach opportunities to get involved! Children's Mission and Outreach Partnerships Families Serving Together at St. David’s Families Serving Together is sponsored by St. David’s Children’s Ministry and in partnership with the many and varied ministries of St. David’s as an invitation to families to join together throughout the year for outreach opportunities partnering with our parish family and neighbors. St. David's has many seasonal opportunities for families to serve the community together. In October, we organize a Trunk or Treat outreach event with the children and families of Mimosa Elementary. On Palm Sunday, we visit those in our parish family unable to attend worship due to illness or other circumstance to bring cheer and to share God’s love and hope, and many more opportunities. You and your family are invited to join the fun and fellowship of this ministry that joins families together in faith with God, with other families of the parish, and with our neighbor. 1/1

With a legendary pipe organ, imported stained-glass windows set among the historical naval-inspired architecture, St. David's is a beautifully constructed center of worship. Our Campus Click here to see maps of our campus St. David's Memorial Garden Our Memorial Garden, located in the southwestern portion of the campus, was dedicated in 1981. Within its confines, the earthly remains of many of our faithfully departed are buried. Masses are routinely held in the garden on All Saint's Day, at sunrise on Easter Day, and occasionally during the church year. This tranquil, sacred space provides a place for meditation, prayer, worship, and escape from life’s daily stresses. All who love and care for this sacred space are welcome to join and help us discern and create a ministry that will care for the Garden, and develop a long-term design plan for the space. New Interment Directory After 3 years of research, data entry and building, we have completed the Interment Directory located in St. David’s Memorial Garden. The directory has a page for each of those interred in the Garden. Please take the time to find your loved one in the directory and let us know if you would like any revisions. Many thanks to those who came together to make the Directory happen: Matt Koetzle created and built the beautiful box. In addition, Matt made a new sign for the Memorial Garden. Carolyn Davis entered the names of those interred to create our database of names. Anne Hungerford contributed hours of research to gather as much information as possible for each entry. Karen Marshall was the wordsmith of the project and ordered the plaques for the box. This needed project, generated from the heart, will serve those who visit the Memorial Garden in the years to come. Jan Georges – Friends of the Garden Karen Marshall – Friends of the Garden Contact the Friends of the Garden Our Stained Glass Windows Click on the links below to learn more about our Stained Glass Windows! About Our Windows The Four Evangelists The Life of Jesus The Six Mercies The Saints

Visit, worship, join, participate and care! St. David's offers a wide variety of ways to get involved, meet new people and feel welcome. First Ways to Connect Ministry Opportunites Booklet

St. David's welcomes all who come to worship in the name of Christ. Become a member to grow spiritually and as part of our community. Becoming a Member Come for a Visit, Stay for the Journey How do I become a member? We rejoice in all those who come to St. David’s. If you would like to make St. David’s your church home, don't hesitate to get in touch with Rebecca Cline, Director of Parish Life , to request a New Member Form. If you are transferring your membership from another church, please include the name of the church and its address to help us request a transfer. Who is a member of the Parish? A baptized Christian. A person who regularly attends. A participant in the programs of St. David's. A person who regularly gives through a recorded pledge or gift. Who is a Communicant? A member of the Parish (description above) A confirmed Episcopalian whose letter of membership is at St. David’s. How do I become an Episcopalian? Members of St. David's come from a variety of religious backgrounds, and there are several ways one may join the Episcopal Faith: Through Baptism - The Episcopal Church considers that anyone who has been baptized with water in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, in any Church or denomination, is welcomed as a baptized member of the Episcopal Church. Children, as well as adults, may be baptized. Through Transfer - Those who have already been baptized may become members by transferring from another church or denomination. Through Confirmation - Adult baptized members become confirmed members through the Sacrament of Confirmation. Sixteen is usually considered the earliest age for Confirmation, which involves prayers and the laying on of hands by a Bishop. Through being Received - Those who have been confirmed in another denomination may become a confirmed communicant of the Episcopal Church by Reception. If you have any questions or need assistance, please get in touch with Rebecca Cline, Director of Parish Life, at 770-993-1094, ext. 104.

A list of Frequently Asked Questions about St. David's and our parish community. Frequently Asked Questions for First-Time Visitors Welcome to St. David’s! We want your visit to St. David's to be warm, welcoming, and comfortable. We believe that when you are our guest, we are co-hosts with God, who invites each of us to share in the love and community we have come to know here. 01 What should I expect when I visit? When you arrive, stop by the Welcome Center at the main church entrance. A member of our Welcome Ministry will be happy to answer questions, provide directions, and help you get connected. If you have not yet completed an online Welcome (Visitor) Card, our volunteers can provide a paper copy and submit it to the church office on your behalf. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you feel at home at St. David’s. 02 Where should I park? Parking is available in several convenient locations around campus: on the west side of the church adjacent to the main church entrance, on the north side of the church located behind the playground and Jeffords Fellowship Hall. Additional parking is available at Mimosa Elementary School on Warsaw Road, with stairs that lead from the back of that parking lot onto the church campus. Handicapped parking is available in each of the church parking lots with additional space in front of Jeffords Hall on the curved driveway. Please note that parking is not permitted in the fire lane located on the far right side of the Jeffords Fellowship Hall entrance from Old Roswell Road. The area is clearly marked with a red curb. 03 Are there Sunday School classes for children and adults? Yes. Sunday School and Christian formation opportunities are offered for children, youth, and adults each Sunday from 10:15–11:00 a.m., between the 9:00 a.m. Family Service and the 11:15 a.m. Service. Current class offerings and locations are listed in the Sunday bulletin. If you need assistance finding a classroom, please ask an usher or stop by the Welcome Center. 04 How does Communion work? The Holy Eucharist culminates in Communion, a shared meal of bread and wine in remembrance of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. When it is time for Communion, an usher will guide you to the altar rail. You may stand or kneel, according to your comfort and preference. When receiving Communion, most worshipers hold out their hands with open palms. A minister will come to you and place the bread in your hand. You may: • Consume the bread immediately. • Dip the bread into the wine (intinction). • Receive wine directly from the chalice. What if I don't want to receive Communion? You are always welcome to come forward for a blessing instead. Simply cross your arms over your chest in the shape of an "X," and a minister will offer a prayer of blessing. Who may receive Communion? All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion in the Episcopal Church. If you are not baptized or prefer not to receive Communion, you are warmly invited to come forward for a blessing. 05 How big is St. David's? Saint David’s Episcopal Church is a thriving parish of over 600 families and over 1,500 baptized members located in Roswell, Georgia, approximately 20 miles north of downtown Atlanta. If you have a question and do not see it here, please feel free to contact Rebecca Cline , Director of Parish Life. We are happy to answer any questions you may have!

Stained Glass Windows Part 3 - The Life of Jesus The twelve large stained glass windows on the right and left walls of the nave show significant events in the life of Jesus our Lord. They are arranged chronologically, beginning on the right wall nearest to the front and proceeding clockwise around the nave. "The Annunication" Location: Right wall closest to front of nave This window, showing the angel Gabriel’s appearance to the Virgin Mary, and is depicted in the first chapter of the Gospel according to St. Luke, verses 26 through 38. After deciding that the birth of Jesus would be celebrated on December 25, the Church centuries ago set aside the fixed date of March 25 for the feast of the Annunciation, appropriately exactly 9 months before Christmas Day. Gabriel is shown holding a spray of white lilies. This is a very traditional artistic device to emphasize that the woman in the picture is Mary, since white lilies symbolize purity, chastity, and innocence. When the angel tells Mary that she is to bear a son, Mary questions the idea by saying, “How can this be, since I am a virgin?” Gabriel explains that “the power of the Most High will overshadow you.” The artist has illustrated this answer with the dove at the top of the window, and rays of brilliant light descending from the dove that alight on Mary. We know that the dove represents God’s Holy Spirit, and the artist emphasizes the divine and holy nature of this dove by giving it the traditional artistic mark of holiness: a nimbus. Mary, too, is shown with a nimbus. But the dove’s nimbus has a special feature that you can see repeated in every one of the stained glass windows that depict either the Holy Spirit or Jesus: it is a “cruciform” nimbus, bearing a hint of the four branches of the Christian cross in its four colored stripes. "The Nativity" Location: Right wall 2nd from front The stained glass window that depicts “The Nativity” is in the middle of the wall on the right side of the nave, placed between the “Annunciation” and “Presentation” windows. It depicts Joseph, Mary and the Baby Jesus in a manger topped by a pair of white doves. Bruce Thomas notes, "It transports my thoughts to be with the Holy Family in Bethlehem, much more than my actual visit to Bethlehem was able to do. As I’ve written elsewhere in this series, religious stained glass windows serve a variety of purposes: “as beautiful adornment that reflects our great love for God; to bring light (‘the light of God’) into the dark corners of the church; and to serve as a Biblical textbook.” "The Presentation" Location: Right wall 3rd from front Hebrew law (Leviticus 12:1-8) dictated the date for the circumcision of a newly born male child, on his eighth day of life. In addition, the law prescribed that the mother must wait until the 33rd day after his circumcision for her to be considered purified from the birth of that child. On that 40th day of his life, she was to present herself to the priest of the temple, and bring with her both a burnt offering and a sin offering. In Mary’s case, since she apparently could not afford a lamb for the burnt offering, she took the more affordable option of bringing two doves (or pigeons) for her offerings. In the stained glass, you can see both little birds in the cage near Mary’s feet. Because February 2 is the 40th day after Christmas, the Church on that date celebrates the feast called “The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple.” The emphasis for this feast, though, has been placed on the second reason for the temple visit of Jesus and his parents: adherence to another law of the Hebrews (Numbers 18:15-16) that required a first-born male, when he was about a month old, to be “redeemed” at the temple for a specific price, because the first-born always belonged to God. During their visit to the temple that day, the Holy Family encountered the elderly, righteous, and devout man Simeon. The Holy Spirit had promised Simeon that he would not die until he had witnessed the long-awaited Messiah. Taking Jesus into his arms, Simeon recognized that the promise had been fulfilled. Here, we see Simeon raising his finger towards heaven as he praises God with the words that have become known as “The Song of Simeon.” This song (the Nunc Dimittis) is included in the liturgy of Evening Prayer, and sung beautifully at Evensong services by the St. David’s choir. "The Baptism of Jesus" Location: Right wall 4th from front In the detail of the window, you can see John’s garb, made from camel hair, with a leather belt about his waist. Alluding to John’s life in the desert, there is a canteen attached to his belt. In the background, the waters of the Jordan can be spied, with a pool of the river in the foreground. The most fascinating detail for me is that the artist has mimicked the way light is bent when it travels through water. As a result, Jesus’ feet are shown noticeably bigger than they would be seen to be if they were resting on dry land. Growing next to the spot is a type of plant we’re used to seeing in marshy areas, the cattail. John the Baptist has his hands full: in one hand is a shell from which he is pouring water to baptize Jesus; in his other hand he holds a staff from which flutters the same banner we’ve noticed in the central rose window above the altar. If you read the 36th verse in the first chapter of the Gospel according to John (the Evangelist) about John (the Baptist), you should be able to understand the reason why the artist has used this banner to tie together the two windows. Above it all floats the dove, representing the Holy Spirit of God descending upon Jesus. "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." "The First Miracle" Location: Right wall 5th from front Jesus’ first miracle was at a wedding in Cana, which the evangelist John gives us in the second chapter of his Gospel account. Our Lord’s blessed mother, Mary, recognizes the wine has run out, and that this calamity will spoil the wedding feast. She doesn’t tell Jesus straight out what to do; she merely infers it. She says to him, “They have no more wine.” He, as a loving son, understands her wishes immediately, but there is mild tension in his response as he protests the task she has set for him. He gently pushes back while at the same time showing proper respect: “Dear woman, why do you involve me? ... My time has not yet come.” But Mary, bless her, proceeds exactly as only a mother would. Pointedly, her next words are not directed towards Jesus, but to the servants of the household: “Do whatever he tells you.” Jesus understands, relents, and obeys his mother’s wishes. Water is changed into wine, and the wedding feast continues, a huge success. In the stained glass, the artist depicts clear water, gushing forth from the throat of the stone jar, then changing in mid-flow into the purplish color of wine? In the background, the wedding couple sits at table and a servant is bearing a tray of food above his head. Over them, almost as we would see today in one of those large, festive tents erected for lavish wedding receptions, there hangs a large chandelier with blazing candles. Jesus stands large in the foreground beside another servant, who is struggling to pour the water-wine from the huge, unwieldy 30-gallon jar. The artist has focused on the miracle of the water literally being changed into wine. But in this window that depicts the Miracle at Cana – “the first of his miraculous signs,” as John describes it (John 2:1-11) – we have a foreshadowing of the Holy Eucharist. Jesus provided wine for the wedding feast, just as he provides himself in the wine each time we kneel at the communion rail. "Healing" Location: Right wall 6th from front The healing ministry of Jesus is expressed in the stained glass window that is on the right side of the nave and closest to the gallery. Its name is simply “Healing,” although it looks like it should be called “Healing the Blind.” While the petitioner in this depiction is clearly a blind person, a close inspection of the detail of the window will reveal another person who is using crutches. The Gospels tell us of paralytics, deaf-mutes, demoniacs, persons lame or with withered limbs, people suffering from fever or dropsy, as well as those who were blind. The list of ailments continues with leprosy and bleeding, and even includes the ultimate of ailments: death itself. Jesus was begged to heal persons with a broad range of maladies, and those petitions were always answered. The faith that was shown was always rewarded, with that being a major message for us inherent in this window: “Knock and the door will be opened to you.” At the peak of the window, the artist has inserted a symbol that announces its subject matter of healing: a single snake curled around a wooden staff. Some may erroneously call this symbol a “caduceus” (which has two snakes), but it is instead the more ancient and correct symbol for the healing professions: the staff of Asclepius. "The Transfiguration" Location: Left wall 6th from front The Transfiguration window is the one farthest to the rear of the nave on the left side. In it you can see how Jesus’ face is radiant, and how the artist depicts his clothes as “dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them.” Notice how the artist represents the cloud that overshadows them all. In the background stands Moses. Beside Moses is the prophet Elijah who himself had met God on Horeb, “the mountain of God” (1 Kings 19:9-18). Look closely for the symbolic clues the artist has inserted that identify both Moses and Elijah. In the foreground Peter, James, and John look on in amazement. Peter, in his exuberance, suggests to Jesus that three dwellings be erected, “one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” At the peak of the window, you can see how the artist has inserted a trio of tents to illuminate this impulsive suggestion of Peter. It’s not hard to pick out which of the three figures represents Peter. But of the other two, can you decide how to identify the brothers James and John? Which is which? One of them is balding, while the other has a full head of hair. I suggest you look at the Crucifixion window just to the right of this one, and recall how John in his Gospel records that he was present with Jesus’ mother Mary at the foot of the cross. The artist has assured continuity by showing John with the same features and hairstyle he has in the Transfiguration window. "The Crucifixion" Location: Left wall 5th from front The synoptic Gospels are all in agreement about the condition of the daytime sky on that Good Friday when Jesus was crucified. “From the sixth hour [noon] until the ninth hour [3 p.m.] darkness came over all the land.” Contemporaneous non-Christian accounts confirm this midday darkening phenomenon. How was this darkening of the sky to be depicted in the stained glass without compromising the light-transmitting quality of this one window? The artist has indicated the darkening in two ways: physically as well as metaphysically. Rather than darken the sky, there is only a broad hint of the effect, with a sinuous large dark cloud obscuring the face of the sun. Additional darkening of the picture is achieved by the almost mahogany coloring of Jesus’ body hanging on the dark wooden cross. The evident agony and the bruising of the body darken the moment most effectively. The deep purple cloth that is draped over the arms of the cross also lends a darkening mood without impeding the window’s capacity to transmit light. The prominent nails in Jesus’ hands and feet contribute another portion of this mood of darkness. Above the scene, at the peak of the window, the nails and the crown of thorns are emblematic of the dark theme of agony and death. Three other figures surround the cruel cross: Jesus’ mother Mary, dressed in the same sarum blue that she wears in the other three windows in which she appears; the young evangelist John, his hair styled the same as it is in the Transfiguration window on the left; and a lone Roman soldier wearing a cloak that is the same dark purple color as the drape on the cross, serving as the silent background witness to this dark scene. "The Resurrection" Location: Left wall 4th from front This allegory for our Risen Lord, the first verse of Hymn 204, is echoed in the stained glass window depicting “The Resurrection.” Look at the ornamentation at the peak of the window, and you’ll see a visual version of the allegory. Set to the haunting melody of a French carol, the words were written by the poet John Macleod Campbell Crum (1872-1958), an Anglican priest who served at Canterbury Cathedral. The rebirth of all nature in the springtime as emblematic of the Resurrection of Jesus is a theme as old as Christianity. Compare this window with the one to its left that shows the crucifixion. Once again the artist’s challenge is to manage the light-transmission quality of the medium of stained glass, this time emphasizing the brightness of that first Easter morning, rather than the dark gloom of Good Friday. The brilliant rays of the sun stream forth, dazzling us so that it is hard to even discern the huge stone that has been rolled away from the entrance of the tomb. Jesus stands in front of the crypt, arrayed in white splendor, shining even brighter than the sun, completely transformed from the battered body that had been put in the tomb on Friday afternoon. His face is fresh and bright, the beard and hair clean and brushed, but close examination reveals the wounds in his hands and feet, assuring us that this is indeed the same person hanging on the cross in the neighboring window. One of the Roman soldiers is shielding his eyes, but is it the brilliance of the sun that is causing him to do so? Or is it the astonishing sight of the resurrected Jesus that has caused him to avert his gaze? It’s interesting that the other guard has no trouble staring at Jesus, even with the sun in his field of vision. Is there a message for us there in those differing reactions of the two witnesses? How ironic, that the chief priests and Pharisees had lobbied for soldiers to be put in place, to seal and guard the tomb, and yet these very guards become the first witnesses of the Resurrection. They are the ones to behold His glory as the dawn breaks, while Jesus’ followers later in the day (as shown in the “Supper at Emmaus” window to the right) take an inordinate amount of time before they even recognize their friend walking and talking with them. "Supper at Emmaus" Location: Left wall 3rd from front Two disciples of Jesus are trudging along the dusty road from Jerusalem to the outlying town of Emmaus. It’s a seven-mile trip, so they have a long time to chat. And they have a lot to talk about, because these two are very sad, very confused, disillusioned, and dejected. Their friend and teacher Jesus has died a violent death, and just today it’s been discovered that his body is missing from its tomb. Luke tells us the name of one of them: Cleopas. Some scholars speculate that it was his wife, Mary, who was among those witnesses at the crucifixion. If so, then it stands to reason that the image they hold of Jesus at this moment is the wife’s eyewitness account: a bloody, broken and bruised body, pierced by thorns and nails and a spear. This would help to explain why, when their risen Lord joins the pair in mid-journey, they are “kept from recognizing him.” When Jesus asks them what they’ve been discussing, they are convinced this stranger is not from the area around Jerusalem, or else he’d know the big news about the trial and execution of Jesus of Nazareth. Even as Jesus explains to them (again!) why these things had to happen according to the Scriptures, they still don’t recognize him. When they get to their destination in Emmaus, Jesus indicates he’s going to travel on, but they urge him to stay and have supper with them. This is the scene we see depicted in the stained glass window. It shows the moment when Jesus, assuming the role normally reserved for a host, takes the bread and gives thanks, breaks it and gives it to his two disciples. It is the moment when “their eyes were opened and they recognized him.” After that, Jesus vanishes from their sight, and the two of them recognize how their hearts burned within them while he taught them from the Scriptures along the road to Emmaus. As you study the window, see how the faces of the two disciples display that spark of recognition. Notice the sandals that have been kicked off, and the basin of water used for washing their dusty and aching feet before the meal. They had to have been tired after that seven mile trek from Jerusalem. But in their excitement, they rushed back to Jerusalem -- another dusty seven miles -- to tell the other disciples of their encounter with their risen Lord; of how he was recognized in the breaking of the bread. At the peak of the window, the shaft of wheat and the cluster of grapes remind us how Jesus appears to us in the bread and wine -- the Blessed Body and Blood of Our Lord -- when the celebrant breaks and elevates the consecrated Host, saying, “Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us.” And remembering the excitement of the disciples at supper on that first Day of Resurrection, we reply enthusiastically, “Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.” "Ascension and Pentacost" Location: Left wall 2nd and 1st from front, respectively These two windows mark the last two events, chronologically, among the 12 significant events in the life of Jesus Christ shown in the large windows of the nave. They are the two large peaked windows farthest forward on the left side of the nave. The Church marks Ascension Day forty days after Easter (and ten days before Pentecost), because that’s precisely what the Bible tells us in Acts 1:3 about the timing of the event. As a result, this feast day always occurs on a Thursday, so it does not get the attention of many other important events in the life of Jesus that the Church celebrates on Sundays. I encourage you to read the account of the Ascension, in the first chapter of the Book of the Acts of the Apostles. Study the window’s detail, and see how many tiny things you may have previously overlooked. For instance, notice the chariot at the peak of the window, then read the passage in 2 Kings 2:1-12. Christ’s ascent into heaven was foreshadowed by the taking up into heaven of the prophet Elijah. How many of Jesus’ disciples do you see depicted in the window? What is the meaning of the two footprints shown in the window? The Pentecost window illustrates the event written about in Acts 2:1-4 -- the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise to his disciples to send the Holy Spirit to comfort them. Beginning in the Middle Ages, stained glass windows in the great cathedrals and churches of Europe served three purposes: as beautiful adornment that reflects our great love for God; to bring light (“the light of God”) into the dark corners of the church; and to serve as a Biblical textbook for the illiterate masses. While we are no longer the illiterate masses, we still benefit from these visual reminders of the wonderful stories from the Bible. Back To Part 2 - The Four Evangelists Proceed to Part 4 - "The Six Mercies"

St. David’s has partnered with the Episcopal Church Foundation to manage life income gifts. Assets are transferred to the Episcopal Church Foundation. This entity invests the assets and produces income which is paid to you and/or your spouse (or another person if desired). Gifts that Return Income During Your Lifetime. To learn how to make a gift to St. David’s that will return income to you during your lifetime, please email the Funding Future Committee ministry, and a member will contact you. Life income gifts are a way for you to make a charitable gift from your assets within your lifetime, yet still keep – and live on – the income. St. David’s has partnered with the Episcopal Church Foundation to manage life income gifts. Assets are transferred to the Episcopal Church Foundation. This entity invests the assets and produces income which is paid to you and/or your spouse (or another person if desired). The income can be paid for the duration of your life or, in some cases, for a specified number of years. As the charitable beneficiary, St. David’s will receive the asset value when the gift matures. The most common types of life income gifts include: Pooled Income Funds ($2,500 minimum) are pooled with other gifts and invested in a professionally managed investment portfolio. You receive a guaranteed income for life. The amount of the income depends on the rate of return on the fund’s investments. You will receive an immediate federal income tax deduction. Charitable Gift Annuities are similar to that of the Pooled Income Fund with the following differences: The minimum gift is $5,000. The income for life is guaranteed at a fixed amount. A portion of the gift is deductible. A portion of the income received is tax-exempt. Charitable Remainder Trusts are available using assets of $250,000 or more. The trust can be funded with various types of assets, including real estate. It provides income for life, an income tax deduction, relief from capital gains taxes (if funded through appreciated property), and a possible reduction in estate taxes. The income fluctuates based on the performance of the portfolio. To learn more about life income gifts, click on the topic below. You will be redirected to the Episcopal Church Foundation’s site for informational booklets. If you are interested in making a life income gift, please email the Funding Future Ministry committee for assistance To learn more about the Pooled Income Fund, click here . To learn more about Charitable Gift Annuities, click here. To learn about Charitable Remainder Trusts, click here. Prospective donors are strongly urged to consult with their own legal, financial, and/or tax advisor regarding the tax advantages of planned giving. This information is for educational use and not intended to be financial, tax, or legal advice and should not be relied on as such.

We offer a variety of programs desogned to support your child's growth, creativity, and development. In-House Extra Programs Rooster Club Available to all students 8:30AM drop-off in St. David's PlaySpace or Playground Students can be brought to the Rooster Club Play Group any time after 8:30 AM and play until the start of school at 9:30 AM. Per visit cost - $10. For Regular attendance (paid monthly) we offer 40% Discount . Per visit cost - $6 . Reservations can be made on Our School Hangout website. Payments can be tallied and paid online or by check sent into the preschool. StayNPlay Available to all students 1PM to 2PM on the preschool playground (rain location is St. David's PlaySpace) Students who are signed up for StayNPlay will be brought to the playground after preschool. Parents will pick-up children no later than 2PM. Per visit cost - $10. For Regular attendance (paid monthly) we offer 40% Discount . Per visit cost - $6 . Reservations can be made on Our School Hangout website. Payments can be tallied and paid online or by check sent into the preschool. Parent's Morning Out Available to all students Weekly on Mondays and Fridays from 9:30AM to 1:00PM. Drop off and pick up in/from PlaySpace or Playground. Please bring lunch, water bottle, a change of clothes, and for those not potty trained, extra diapers. Per visit cost is $35 per child. Register by going on OSH calendar, or on OSH App. For Regular attendance (paid monthly) you can go on OSH Welcome page and select Parent's Morning Out Regular Attendance. Event attendance totals: Minimum of 6 children/Maximum 15 Parent's Night Out Available to all St. David's Preschool students and their siblings Once a month on Fridays from 5:30PM to 8:30PM. Children are walked to the playground (rain location is St. David's PlaySpace) and sign in with the caregivers. They will be separated by groups to offer everyone age appropriate activities. Caregivers will supervise playground play and then utilize the downstairs PlaySpace for preschool children and Jeffords Hall classrooms for their siblings. We will provide pizza dinner and end the night with a movie while enjoying a snack and lemonade. Parents will pick up children no later than 8:30PM from downstairs PlaySpace. Per visit cost is $35 for one child, $25 for older sibling(s) . Event attendance totals: Minimum of 6 children/Maximum 15 Register by going on OHS website calendar.

Learn how to transfer a gift to a Trust that would benefit St. David's and may provide significant tax savings. Transfer a Gift to a Trust The Charitable Lead Trust enables you to transfer assets (normally $500,000 or more) to a trust that pays its income to St. David’s for a set period of time, generally ten to twenty years. St. David’s would receive the income from the trust immediately. At the end of the designated time period, the principal and all capital appreciation returns to you or your designated beneficiaries. This type of trust could offer significant gift and estate tax savings. Please consult your financial advisor and legal counsel for guidance and information. Learn more about Funding Future Ministry options . Prospective donors are strongly urged to consult with their own legal, financial, and/or tax advisor regarding the tax advantages of planned giving. This information is for educational use and not intended to be financial, tax, or legal advice and should not be relied on as such.

Small Groups St. David's Small Group program offers a welcoming space to grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and engage more deeply with Scripture and the life of our church. Each year, we offer two sessions—one beginning in September and another in January—giving parishioners multiple opportunities to connect in community. If this is something you would be interested in, please get in touch with Rebecca Cline . Fall 2026: Philippians for Everyone This fall, our Small Groups will journey together through N.T. Wright’s Philippians for Everyone. Because Philippians is featured prominently in our Sunday lectionary readings this season, it offers a wonderful opportunity to explore Scripture more deeply alongside fellow parishioners. The registration deadline for our regular fall Small Groups has passed . However, a few groups still have space available. If you are still interested, please contact please contact Rebecca Cline, Director of Parish Life, at Rebecca@stdavidchurch.org Questions? Check out the FAQ's below to find out more, or contact Rebecca Cline , Director of Parish Life. Be a Leader: Share Faith, Build Community! There is always room to add another group at a time that fits your schedule. Please let us know if you would be interested in leading a Philippians for Everyone Small Group this fall. This 8-week study does not have to held at St. David's, but can be in a location and at a time that work best for you. Leading a small group is a meaningful way to help others grow in faith, build community, and engage more deeply with Scripture. If you're curious about what serving as a leader involves, please take a look at the FAQs for Small Group Leaders. And you don't need to be an expert—just someone willing to create a welcoming space where relationships can grow and faith can deepen. We will even provide training! As a small group leader, you'll help others find connection, community, and belonging at St. David's. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Cline, Director of Parish Life, at Rebecca@stdavidchurch.org W.O.W (Women of Wonder) Small Groups Forming One of the best ways we form community is by walking through life together. We do this through our monthly W.O.W. gatherings, and this fall, we have an opportunity to take that connection one step further... W.O.W. Small Groups—smaller communities where we can build deeper relationships, share life, pray together, and grow in faith. These W.O.W. small groups will meet twice a month at the time that works best for members, acting as a more regular way meet and compliment our larger monthly group gatherings at Sunday Night at St. David’s. The groups will form for the school year (October 2026 through May 2027). With some guided questions to help in conversation, it will be an opportunity to know other women navigating motherhood in smaller group setting. No homework required! We invite you to prayerfully consider taking this next step with us. If you’d are interested in joining a W.O.W. Small Group this fall, click the link below. Note: If you filled in a paper form, no need to complete again. If you prefer to fill in a physical interest form, please contact Shannon Collado, shannonscollado@gmail.com , and we can drop one in your church mailbox! WOW Small Group Interest Form FAQs for Small Group Participant FAQs for Small Group LEADER

St. David's music and choir program is powered by talented people and outstanding direction. The Children's Community Choir provides an outstanding opportunity to grow and showcase young voices. St. David's Children's Community Choir Welcome! Registration for the Spring 2024 Musical, "A Technicolor Promise" is now open!   About Us! We are a non-auditioned choir for children in 3rd through 8th grades. Our purpose : to provide children in Roswell and surrounding communities with an excellent and enriching experience in choral singing. To develop each singer’s skills and artistry as a musician, vocalist, and performer. To unite and mentor children into responsible, creative, and confident leaders and team players through choral performance and music education. We are committed to inclusivity and diversity and to creating an atmosphere where each singer is valued, respected, accepted, and loved. Singing serves as an important way to communicate, to connect with others, and to express emotion.  We were born singing. Children love to sing and dance and hum and makeup songs. And it’s innate and universal in all children. The music we perform is varied in style, culture, language, and time periods. There is a fall concert that includes holiday music and a spring musical. Two rehearsals will be offered each week; please attend at least ONE:  Wednesday 6:00-7:15 p.m. OR Thursday 6:00-7:15 p.m.  In addition, individual make-up lessons can be arranged as needed. The course fee is $60 ($90 for two or more siblings), and financial assistance is available. Click Here to Register! Register Here St. David's Community Children's Choir Spring Musical: The Tale of the Three Trees Safety Protocols Rehearsals will be held in the Choir Rehearsal Room in the main Church building. Please escort your child into each rehearsal. (There will NOT be a carpool line.) At the end of rehearsal, please come inside to check your child out. No child will be allowed to leave the property unescorted. If your child feels ill or has a fever, please do NOT bring them to rehearsal. Individual make-up lessons can be arranged if desired. Individual music binders and pencils will be provided. We will not share music or pencils. Each singer is expected to bring their own water bottle. What to bring/wear: WATER BOTTLE! Please be on time for the start and end of rehearsal to allow for an efficient use of class time.

Learn how to contribute to the Sanctuary Lamp that, when lit, indicates the presence of the Reserved Sacrament. Sanctuary Lamp The Sanctuary Lamp burns throughout the year (except Good Friday) indicating the presence of the Reserved Sacrament in the cupboard (Aumbry) below the lamp. The cost is $10. Please make your check payable to St. David’s Episcopal Church and put on your memo line that it is for the sanctuary lamp or you may pay online by using the button below. You may place your check in the offering plate/alms basin, or drop it off at the church office. Click here to pay online.

Now enrolling for ages 18 months to 5 years. Small class sizes with creative learning centers and flexible hours. Serving North Fulton. St. David's Preschool Serving Roswell, Alpharetta, and North Fulton Families L ocated about one mile west of GA 400 in Roswell, St. David's Preschool offers a nurturing, Christian-based learning environment for children ages 18 months to 5 years. We are convenient to the Roswell, Alpharetta, and North Fulton communities. As a Christian preschool, we are committed to providing a safe and enriching experience where children grow academically, socially, and spiritually. Call (470) 632-6330 to schedule a tour! Why Families Love St. David's Preschool Low Student-to-Teacher Ratio: More individual attention ensuring that your child’s needs are met in a thoughtful and personal way. Creative, Engaged Learning: Classrooms are active and vibrant, filled with creative learning centers with engaged teachers guiding students. A Safe, Nurturing Environment: St. David’s helps children feel secure and confident as they discover the world around them. Before and After School Care: Many families need flexible scheduling, which is why we offer programs for early drop-off and extended after-school care. A Strong Curriculum: Our curriculum integrates literature, science, and social studies into our learning activities, helping children develop well-rounded skills in all areas of growth. St. David’s Preschool: A Place Where Children Thrive! Personalized Attention: With smaller class sizes, we’re able to cater to the unique needs of each child, whether it’s helping them develop social skills, independence, or a love for learning. Fostering Independence & Friendships: We believe in creating an environment that encourages independence while also helping children build lasting friendships. By providing room for creativity and exploration, children develop the confidence to try new things, solve problems, and work together with their peers. A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: St. David’s Preschool welcomes families from all backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and teach children to respect and appreciate others, fostering an inclusive, compassionate community. What Will Your Preschooler Learn? At St. David’s Preschool, we provide a well-rounded education that lays the foundation for future success in school and life: Literacy: Children will engage with literature, learn their letters, sounds, and develop early reading skills through interactive storytelling and songs. Math: Children will explore basic math concepts like numbers, counting, patterns, and measurement through fun activities and hands-on learning. Science & Social Studies: Children learn about the world around them by exploring science concepts (like weather and nature) and engaging in social studies projects that introduce them to the basics of community, culture, and relationships. Art & Creativity: We provide ample opportunities for creative expression through art projects, music, movement, and dramatic play. Registration for 2026-2027 Registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens on January 20th for our current families, and on January 31st opens to the public. If you’re looking for a nurturing, Christian preschool that offers a well-rounded educational experience in a small, creative setting, St. David’s is the perfect place for your child. Click Here to Register What is Happening at St. David's Preschool? Book Fair - St. David's Preschool St. David's Preschool Registration for 2023-24 is Now Open!

Preschool registration information for St. David's Episcopal Preschool. Register children between 16 months to Pre-K. St. David's Preschool in Roswell, GA Learn More About Us St. David's Preschool provides parents a community portal called Our School Hangout . It is used for student registration, online payments, family directory, and more! To register at our preschool, click on the Our School Hangout below. Current families register HERE! To schedule a tour, call or text (470) 632-6330 Click Here to learn more about St. David's Preschool. Come tour our preschool! First name Last name Email* Phone Child's Age What are you looking for in a preschool? Send St. David’s Preschool is a ministry of St. David’s Episcopal Church and a member of National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES). The mission of our preschool is to provide a joyful enriching learning experience that will develop a love for learning and a sense of security that will last a lifetime. We welcome children ages 16 months – 5 years. Our classes vary in days, according to age. While we are not a daycare, we do have options so most children can be with us from 8:30 until 2pm, Monday through Friday. Contact Us St. David's Preschool 1015 Old Roswell Rd. Roswell GA 30076 Open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM www.stdavidchurch.org/preschool preschool@stdavidchurch.org Phone: (770) 993-1258 Mobile: (470) 632-6330 Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages.