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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.

You can provide a gift of real estate to St. David's. Learn more about how to do this. Gifts of Real Estate It is often possible to give your house, vacation home, condo, or farm to St. David’s while continuing to live in it. Using a Charitable Life Estate Contract, you can deed the real estate to St. David’s and retain the right to live on the property and/or receive income from the property for as long as you live. You receive an income tax deduction when the property is deeded to the church and normally avoid any capital gains taxes when making the transfer. Your inheritance and estate taxes may be reduced at the time of your death. As exciting as receiving a gift of real estate may be, St. David’s leadership will examine the advisability of accepting real estate before assuming the title. There are many factors to consider before you, or St. David's can determine whether the transfer is in the best interest of both parties. In all cases, you and St. David's will need independent legal counsel to help guide the process. 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.

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.

Including St. David's in your will is a thoughtful way to help the parish in your absence. Remember St. David's in your Will A bequest in a will can take the form of a set amount of money, a percentage of an estate, a specific asset, a trust, or the name of the church as a contingent beneficiary. Simple language for including the church in your will might be: “I give, devise, and bequeath (state amount, asset, or percentage of the estate) to St. David’s Episcopal Church, 1015 Old Roswell Road, Roswell, GA 30075 to be used (describe use) or as the St. David’s Vestry deems appropriate.” If you already have a will, a simple codicil can be executed as an appendage. Learn more about planned giving 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.

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!

St. David's has numerous opportunities to help develop and grow your faith. Learn more about serving in ministry and using your gifts for the benefit of others. Pastoral Care Ministries As Christians, we are called to follow Christ’s teachings, come together for worship, fellowship, and to serve to the spread of the Kingdom of God. At St. David’s, we have many opportunities for you to engage in ministry, service, fellowship, and Christian Formation. We truly believe there is something for everyone. Please take some time to explore the offering below to find a way to become involved. When you feel that you have found something that interests you, please use the email links. The appropriate ministry head will contact you very soon. Serving in ministry helps you to develop and grow in your faith, make new friends, and is an expectation in the body of Christ. God has given you gifts for ministry. We are excited for you to share them. For more information on any of the ministries below, including how to join, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Shepherd Ministry The Shepherd Ministry is a bridge between parishioners and pastoral care ministries at St. David’s. Every parishioner at St. David’s has a shepherd whose role is to link those facing challenges and changes with a selection of pastoral care ministries. Shepherds have extensive training in pastoral care and observe absolute confidentiality. The bridge the shepherds provide will help the parish meet the needs of everyone. As is stated in the Shepherd Ministry title, “no one walks alone.” Parishioners will have a special church “friend” to walk beside them in their life at St. David’s. Agape Meal Ministry This Pastoral Care Team prepares and delivers food to those in the Parish who are experiencing an illness, a loss, or after a baby has been born. The meal team member prepares a meal. Most often they cook the meal but other times, some do a grocery store grab-n-go. They pick up a prepared, hot, fresh meal like a rotisserie chicken or fried chicken or a sub or soup and usually some sides like a bag of salad or a Bob Evans mashed potatoes or mac & cheese. All the food is ready to go and is either warm or can be reheated in a microwave or oven. On a rare occasion a meal team member will do a restaurant run where they pick up a fresh hot meal to deliver to the parishioner. All meals (unless requested otherwise) are ready to eat right away or can be heated up a few hours later. They never send any type of restaurant gift card or Uber Eats or DoorDash gift card. They bring the meal to the parishioner's home as a touch of St. David's love. Eucharistic Visitation This ministry is led by lay people who deliver Eucharist to those who are not able to come to Church. It is a ministry of caring and compassion. Our Eucharistic Visitors are not counselors or spiritual advisors. They are a caring, baptized Christians extending the parish Eucharistic community to include everyone possible. Our Visitors will call the receivers and coordinate bringing Communion from our altar. A mutually agreeable time for the visit will be established. Flower Ambassadors This ministry delivers the altar flowers to homes of fellow parishioners to show our care and concern. No flower arranging is required, just a desire to brighten someone's day! We are in need of medium-sized vases. Please bring donations to the sacristy or the welcome desk, marked for the Flower Ambassadors. Thanks! Grief Ministry The Grief Ministry at St. David's assists parishioners to deal with the death of a loved one. We understand that the journey through grief can be deeply challenging, and no one should face it alone. Throughout the year, we are offering a supportive and compassionate program called Walking the Mourner’s Path. The workshops will take place on Sunday afternoons. Our goal is not just to help you move through your grief, but to support you in finding hope and healing through your journey. Whether your loss is recent, or you have been grieving for some time, this workshop is designed to meet you where you are. St. David’s own parishioners, Toni Cathcart and Ron Bagwell, trained Facilitators will lead the sessions alongside our clergy. The only expense for participants is the workbook, which costs approximately $50.00. However, we offer scholarships to ensure that financial considerations do not prevent anyone from joining. Healing Prayer Ministry “Somebody Pray for Me,” St. David’s Healing Ministry: Are you or someone you know suffering from an illness; grieving over the loss of a loved one; or facing adversity? Please share your illness, sorrow, or adversity with St. David’s Healing Ministers. On the third Sunday of every month, Healing Ministers are available to pray with you in the small chapel at the back of the nave after you have received communion. Prayer Chain The prayer chain prays daily for those in need and those who are rejoicing, and for those on the St. David’s prayer list in the Sunday service bulletin. The prayer chain is under the auspices of St. David’s Daughters of the King, Grace Chapter. Stephen Ministry The lay people of this ministry provide one-to-one Christian care to hurting people, including those who are bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, divorced, unemployed, in financial crisis, or others who are facing crisis of life challenges. Stephen Ministers go through a detailed training program before ministering to others. Submit the form below to get more information.

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"

"The Way Forward" describes the planning initiatives for St. David's. Delivering the love of Christ through the strengths of our parish defines our goal. The Way Forward Since August of 2021, St. David’s has been engaged in a discernment process which combines elements of traditional strategic planning with elements of group discernment and church leadership. Click here to read more about this journey as we name our need for discernment, discover all the possibilities, and engage our parish family as we discover God's dream for St. David's. This is an exciting time for St. David's! We ask that you keep St. David's and the Strategic Planning team in your prayers! The Way Forward Update: Draft Core Value Statements As a part of our strategic discernment process, The Way Forward, we have developed the following language to define our core values. These statements will provide important guidance to what activity we pursue as we dream alongside God about our future. The language presented is representative of responses to a values survey sent to members of our governance committees (Finance, HR, etc.), each senior warden from the last 40 years, and our four strategic discernment teams, consisting of ministry leaders, vestry members, and staff members. There’s a place at the table for everyone. At the Altar, at the conference table, sharing meals, in the classroom – everyone has a place at the table at St. David’s. We desire your participation, and we invite you to bring your whole self to the table. We’ll make sure there’s room for you there. Relationships come first. We believe reconciliation was the primary goal of Jesus’ work. In everything we do, our relationships come first. We want to ensure more person-to-person, heart-level connections through the ways we pursue our mission. Unity over uniformity. Everyone’s different; we honor that. We don’t seek to be a group of people who think alike about everything; we desire to be people who share a common heart, a common purpose, and a fellowship of love. Being together in community is more important than political affiliation, tribal identity, or which sports team you cheer for. Tradition not traditionalism. We draw nourishment and stability from our deep roots in ancient traditions, without sacrificing flexibility. We aren’t a museum for church traditions but participants in a living faith, anchored by practices that have been honored since the time of Jesus' first followers. While still in draft form, we welcome your feedback. Please reach out to Remington with any questions or comments.

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Preschool classes for children 16 months including class objectives, classrooms, times and activities. Preschool Program Toddler Class- 16 months to 2 year olds Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour Toddler program is for children 16 months** of age by September 1 This class meets three days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 am-1:00 pm. Class size is limited to 10 students with two teachers. Click here to see Toddler Program objectives. Children enjoy free play, stories, songs, finger plays, and create “make and take” art projects. Little ones have a Music and Movement class once a week and go outdoors to play on our toddler friendly playground daily as weather permits. Children will be walked to the classroom at 9:30 AM (unless they arrive prior to attend the 8:30 AM Rooster Club) and picked up at 1:00 PM. **Children should be able to walk and be able to stay awake during the 3,5 hour program. Parents provide water filled sippy cup and a supply of diapers in a labeled two handled bag. The students will be served two snacks a day. Parent-Teacher conferences will be held in January. Parents are welcome to communicate any questions and concerns at any time. While St. David's Preschool generally follows the Fulton County Schools calendar, it maintains different start and end dates for the school year. Annual Tuition for $2990 and can be paid in 10 equal monthly payments of $299. A non-refundable registration fee of $145 is due at the time of registration for new students. A one-time Supply fee of $70 is due the first month of preschool. Click Here to register.

Explore hundreds of ways to help spread the love of Christ through volunteer work at the church and in our community. Serve the Parish Ministries that Serve St. David's Parish For more information on any of the ministries below, including how to join, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Welcome Committee/Greeters The Welcome Ministry reflects the heart of our St. David’s community by making all who enter our doors feel wanted and cared for. The time commitment is small…the rewards are great. We would love for you to join this ministry. Daughters of the King The Order of the Daughters of the King was founded by the Episcopal Church in 1885 to be an extension of Christ’s kingdom through prayer, service and evangelism. Daughters of the King, in a lifetime vow, pledge to undertake a spiritual discipline that incorporates a Rule of Life through the Rule of Prayer and the Rule of Service. Stop by our table in the church hallway August 4th, 11th and 18th for more information. The Guild of Saint Joseph of Arimathea The Guild of Saint Joseph of Arimathea was established in July 2002 by the parishioners of St. David’s, and supported by the clergy. The primary purpose of the guild is to provide the staffing necessary to conduct a funeral at St. David’s observing the canons of the Episcopal Church and the rubric’s of the rector. Men's Club Breakfast Teams Breakfast is served every Sunday from 8:00-9:30 a.m. The breakfast teams are part of the Men’s Club, and serve on 6-8 week serving rotation teams. You don’t have to be a man to help! Youth and anyone interested is welcome to come help! You don’t have to cook. There are many ways to help – set up, clean up, chopping fruit, making coffee, etc. We can always use more volunteers. Join us! Parish Partners Parish Partners are called to introduce New Members to other members of the church family, invite them to church activities, and help them integrate them into Parish life at St. David’s. Friends of the Garden The Friends of the Garden is a new ministry at St. David’s. It was formed to oversee, maintain and protect the sacred nature of the Memorial Garden. The committee is dedicated to preserving the existing garden with it’s natural beauty as it continues to serve as a sacred place where parishioners can visit for prayer, meditation and remembrance.

St. David's offers programs, events and opportunities to grow spiritually. From Bible study to men's and women's retreats, grow your faith in Christ with St. David's. Adult Learning As a part of following Jesus, we are called to gather together to learn. St. David's has many offerings from clergy and lay leaders in this parish, which provide opportunities for spiritual growth. With the goal of meeting people where they are in terms of their spiritual maturity and availability and making sure everyone has a place at the table, we are committed to offering different learning opportunities. We have meetings both in-person and online. Our hope is that every person finds a place to grow deeper in a relationship with God and with others. At St. David's, relationships come first, and we seek to grow together, shine a brighter light, and walk in love. To view the most current opportunities, please go to St. David's homepage, Upcoming Events. Sunday Morning Opportunities 10:15-11:00 a.m. Rector’s Forums Front Half of Jeffords Fellowship Hall The Human Community vs The Human Condition: September 14, 21, and October 5, 12. From the first humans through the primordial stories of Genesis, the Bible paints a picture of God’s design for human community and the fractured condition of human relationships. Join The Rev. Remington Slone in this exploration of the Biblical stories about the Human Community, The Human Condition, and God’s mission to restore us. “Sabor Latino” (Latin Flavor). Presented by Madre Mimi Guerra. September 28. Come enjoy a taste of Latin flavor at our church event! Join us for a joyful celebration featuring traditional dishes from various Hispanic countries and the vibrant sound of mariachi music. Discover the beauty of our culture and traditions. We look forward to welcoming you with open arms! ¡Ven a disfrutar del sabor latino en nuestro evento de la iglesia! Acompáñanos en una alegre celebración con platillos tradicionales de varios países hispanos y el vibrante sonido de la música del mariachi. Descubre la belleza de nuestra cultura y tradiciones. ¡Te esperamos con los brazos abiertos! Soul Banquets: Meals as Mission in the Church. October 19 and 26, and November 2 and 9. The Church of the New Testament and the Early Church understood meal-sharing as central to its mission. These were no ordinary church potlucks, but transformational banquets aimed at bringing diverse people together in a shared experience of love. Join The Rev. Remington Slone in this four-part class beginning October 19.• Conversations in Christ Conversations in Christ is a Small class that meets Sunday mornings, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. in the Bethany Room to discuss the lectionary readings of the day. Each member of the class takes turns facilitating the group. This class will begin again on September 7, 2025. Other Learning Opportunies

Preschool classes for three-year old children including class objectives, classrooms, times and activities. Preschool Program Three Year Olds Class Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour Four days: Three Year Old Class is for children 3 years of age by September 1 NOTE: – CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED Click here for Developmental Objectives Age 3 turning 4 Three year old Class meets four days per week on Monday-Thursday from 9:30 AM-1PM. Class size is limited to 15 students, two teachers. Children will arrive and depart by way of carpool (unless the child attends the 8:30 Rooster Club Play Group, then they are walked in, or if they use the after preschool play group StayNPlay , then they are collected from the playground at 2PM). Parents who prefer not to use carpool drop off may walk their child to the classroom after carpool ends at 9:45AM. Children arrive at preschool with a two handled labeled school bag that holds a change of clothing, and lunchbox filled with a light "nut-free" lunch and filled water bottle. The classroom is divided into areas of play and learning with age appropriate toys and furniture, large carpeted area for free play and circle time, reading center, housekeeping area, discovery/art activities, and a child-friendly bathroom. Teachers share lesson plans with parents weekly. Children are read to daily and have individual and group instruction time; art projects and games that support the theme based curriculum; and many skill building activities for areas of development. Specials outside the classroom are Music and Movement and Preschool Chapel once a week, and outdoor play on the upper playground daily as weather permits. Classroom parents send in food for a mid-morning "nut-free" snack for the whole class on a rotation basis. Teaching focus is on social interaction skills, fine motor, and early learning skills that prepare students for PreK. Evaluations are given to parents in January and again in May. While St. David's Preschool generally follows the Fulton County Schools calendar, it maintains different start and end dates for the school year. Annual Tuition is $3980 and can be paid in 10 equal monthly payments of $398. A non-refundable registration fee of $145 is due at the time of registration for new students. A one-time Supply fee of $98 is due the first month of preschool. Click Here to register.

Connect with St. David's! Reach out for more information, to connect with clergy, staff or vestry. Convenient to Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, and North Fulton County Saint David’s Episcopal Church is a thriving parish of over 600 families and over 1800 baptized members located in Roswell, Georgia, approximately 20 miles north of downtown Atlanta. 1015 Old Roswell Rd., Roswell, GA. 30076 Telephone: 770-993-6084 Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Contact Us

You can provide a gift of life insurance to St. David's. Here are several ways to do this. Gift of Life Insurance A gift of life insurance is popular, easy, and convenient. Generally, such a gift should be whole life and not term insurance. There are several ways to make a gift of life insurance. Purchase a new policy and make St. David’s both the owner and beneficiary. The premiums are tax deductible. Make St. David’s the owner and beneficiary of an existing policy. The cash value of the policy is deductible, plus any future premiums. Make St. David’s a contingent beneficiary of an existing policy. 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.

Grow in your faith with sermons and podcasts presented by St. David's Episcopal Church. Media - Podcasts and Video "That we might shine Christ’s light wherever God might call us" St. David's offers numerous podcasts and video to supplement and enhance your spiritual growth. Podcasts: Play these directly from this page, or download them by clicking on the icon next to the podcast length. What is a Podcast? St. David's podcasts are audio shows that focus on topics related to faith, spirituality, and religious beliefs. They often feature discussions, interviews, sermons, and teachings by experts in various religious traditions. These podcasts may cover a wide range of religious topics, including theology, ethics, morality, prayer, and meditation. These are a great way for people to connect with their faith and to explore new ideas and perspectives. Tune in at your convenience and from anywhere in the world, so you can stay engaged with this community and deepen your understanding of faith. Video Mobile Users - Click Here for our YouTube Channel The Latest Videos - Click the Playlist Icon in the upper right corner of the video below to select from our video library.

Adult Learning Events St. David's has several adult learning events throughout the year that are perfect for someone who wants to disconnect from their regular routine for a while and immerse themselves into a spiritual enviornment. Take a look at what we have to offer! Men's Retreat May 3-5, 2025 Unicoi State Park Our last retreat was May, 2025, on Spiritual Renewal and Christian Fellowship led by The Reverend Dr. Jim Shumard, priest in charge, St. James, Clayton. He lead our discussion titled, “FIFTY SHADES OF LIVING COLOR: Exploring the multi-verse of scripture”. Typically, the retreats start on Friday at Noon, with optional golf, fishing, hiking, and biking. The formal program begins on Saturday morning. You can easily drive up on Saturday morning from the Atlanta metro – it’s about 1.5 hour drive. The program ends on Sunday morning, with the program wrap-up and a worship service with Holy Communion. Stay tuned for details about the Spring 2026 retreat! Please contact Loren Conrad if you have any questions. Women's Retreat Our next Women's Retreat will be in the Fall of 2026.

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We are a vibrant community that is supported by a highly talented staff. We're looking for people with warm hearts to be a part of the St. David's team. Careers at St. David's Located in Roswell, Georgia, north of Atlanta, St. David's is a thriving parish of 1600 members. When we have open positions, they will be listed below. To be considered for a position, please follow the instructions outlined in the job description. Current Job Opportunities Organist and Choirmaster St. David’s Episcopal Church is a vibrant, resource-sized parish nestled in the North Metro Atlanta community of Roswell, GA. We are a worshiping parish in the broad-church tradition with a strong and established chancel choir, a handbell choir, contemporary worship band, and a wonderful (and recently updated) Austin Organ. St. David’s is a stable parish with an average Sunday attendance of over 400 (in-person), across four regular services: 7:45 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:15 AM, and 1:15 PM. Music at the three morning services is accompanied by the organ, with the 11:15 AM service featuring our chancel choir, a volunteer choir consisting of 25 voices. Salary range: $38,000-45,000. St. David’s is a like-hearted community for faith, leaning to love like Jesus and helping others do the same. We put relationships first, ensure that everyone has a place at the table, value tradition but not traditionalism, and value unity over uniformity. Click here to read full description