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Give At St. David’s, we pray that our ministries will flourish because of strong giving by our members. Our ministries are fruitful when the generosity of our parishioners is abundant. We strive to be a parish that lifts our hearts, hands, and voices to honor God and his gifts through the generosity of our time, talent, and treasure. St. David’s many outreach ministries, in addition to those ministries that serve our own parishioners, helps many hundreds of needy people each year: the homeless, the hungry, the depressed, the addicted, the sick, the lonely, and the grieving. Your financial support allows us to continue those ministries. Stewardship and Funding Future Ministry Give a Gift To pay your pledge, provide a monetary gift or contribute to specific ministries, please click below. You can set up one-time or automatic payments. Annual Giving 2024 Click below for more information on our 2024 Annual Giving Campaign: "Walk in Love". Click Here to Give Campaign Information Build our Future The Funding Future Ministry program provides an opportunity for you to establish a planned gift with no financial impact during your lifetime. Learn More Giving at St. David's Remember St. David's in Your Will Having a current Last Will and Testament is a loving and responsible act for the sake of your family and/or beneficiaries. Not only can... Being A Better Neighbor in February to NFCC Clean Start for the New Year Most of us worry more about having time to do the laundry than about having detergent to use, but that is... St. David's to Host NFCC Thanksgiving Meal Program this November! St. David’s will host the annual NFCC Thanksgiving Meals distribution beginning Monday, November 15, through Sunday, November 21. During... Donations and Offerings Altar Flowers and Sanctuary Lamp Click here to dedicate altar flowers or the sanctuary lamp. Stock Donations You may want to consider donating stock to fulfill your pledge. Gifts of stock can provide donors with a double tax benefit. First, you are able to claim a charitable donation on the current amount of the donated stock, not just the amount you originally paid for it. Second, you do not pay taxes on the appreciated value of the stock. Should you decide this is something you might want to do, please contact the finance office at 770-993-1094, ext. 120, to get St. David’s account. Memorial Gifts We welcome and appreciate your gifts to St. David’s and are pleased to acknowledge those gifts made in the memory of family, friends, and others you wish to recognize. The family will be notified of your thoughtfulness. Please be aware that we do not include the amount of your gift in the acknowledgment.

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. ​ Sunday Morning Opportunities Join The Rev. Remington Slone Sunday mornings for a lively group conversation on Scripture and the practice of faith and love in our lives. 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. in Grace Hall. ​All are Welcome! ​ Special Rector's Forum April 28! Jesus, St. Francis, and Earth Care : Presented by Carol Bartlett, co-founder Georgia Interfaith Power and Light. This will be a conversation about who we love, how we love, and how that might help us care for the earth. We’ll explore what St. Francis has to say about who we love and what Jesus has to say about how we love. Then we’ll explore our place in all of this and consider how this might call us to take environmental action. All are welcome!! 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. Other Learning Opportunies Classes > Discipleship Groups Bible Studies Spiritual Friendship Retreats

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 18 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 2 o’clock, Monday through Friday. Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour St. David's Preschool REGISTRATION OPEN!! 2024-2025 REGISTRATION Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour Summer Programs 2024 Classes Turning Two St. David's offers Preschool for two year olds Two Year Olds St. David's offers Preschool for two year olds Three Year Olds St. David's offers Preschool for three year olds PreK - Four Year Olds St. David's offers Preschool/PreK for four year olds After School Programs!! Wonderful Offerings Mother's Morning Out Pop-Up Playdate 2023-24 Pop-Up Playdate Parents' Night Out 2023-24 Parents' Night Out Rooster Club Rooster Club StayNPlay StayNPlay Calendar and Newsletter May 2024 Calendar May 2024 Calendar May 2024 Newsletter May 2024 Newsletter June & July Calendar June & July Calendar 2023-2024 Parent Calendar FCS 2023-24 Calendar Parent Portal St. David's Preschool provides parents a community website called Our School Hangout . It is used for students registration, online payments, family directory, and other preschool related events. If you are ready to register at our preschool, click below for Parent Portal Login. Click Here to Register Contact Us St. David's Episcopal Church Preschool 1015 Old Roswell Rd., Roswell GA 30076 Open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM ​ http://www.stdavidchurch.org/preschool Email: preschool@stdavidchurch.org Phone: (770)993-1258 Mobile: (470)632-6330​ ​ Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages. In-House Extra Programs St. David’s Preschool is a ministry of St. David’s Episcopal Church. ​ What will your child learn in our fun, safe, and loving environment? Social Skills with peers and adults, and through Preschool Chapel lessons, Self-Esteem through independent decision making and age-appropriate responsibilities, Language Skills through conversation, daily reading, alphabet, Handwriting Without Tears, Phonemic awareness through games and programs like Recipe for Reading, Fine Motor Skills through tracing, cutting, pasting, painting, writing, planting, Math Skills matching, sorting, measuring, counting, and patterning, Science Skills through experiments and cooking, Gross Motor Skills through music and movement class as well as outdoor activities. Foster Imagination through make-believe, picture books, and free play. Above all, we believe that each child is sacred, special, and unique. ​We seek to meet the particular needs of each individual in a secure, emotionally supportive environment. ​ More about us: St. David’s Preschool is convenient to North Fulton families. Located at 1015 Old Roswell Road, Roswell, GA, our preschool is nearby to Roswell/Alpharetta shops, businesses, and throughways. To contact the Preschool Director, Micky Trifanescu , send an email or call (470) 632-6330 to learn more! ​​ An in-person tour can be easily scheduled. Terrific teachers, fun facility, extras that extend time: The teaching staff of St. David’s Preschool consists of a teaching team of two teachers per class, each with experience in early childhood education and trained in Infant/Child CPR and first aid. St. David’s is a training center for area preschool teachers through the Georgia Educational Training Agency and Childcare Education Institute. The classes meet in the Sunday School classrooms which have child-friendly bathrooms between adjoining rooms. The children also utilize the church’s two tree-shaded, fenced and gated, age-appropriate playgrounds. Our indoor Playspace is home to our Music and Movement class, our Before/After school playgroups, and our special child friendly “Pop-Up Playdates”, "Mother's Morning Out" and “Parents Night Out”. We value security and safety for our students : The outer doors to the building are locked and video monitored. There are intercoms connected to the preschool office at building entrances and in each preschool classroom. Click Here to Register

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.

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.

Careers at St. David's Located in the 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. . There are currently no open positions.

Frequently Asked Questions Take a minute and plan your visit to St. David's. Parking There is parking on the west of our campus (by entrance to the Church) and on the north side of our campus behind Jeffords Fellowship Hall (and the playground). There is also additional parking at Mimosa Elementary School, with stairs that lead to our campus. There are handicapped parking spaces available in the parking lot adjacent to the Church with a handicapped entrance. Jeffords Fellowship Hall has additional handicapped parking located in the front of the Hall on the curved driveway. Parking is not allowed in the lane that is to your far right as you enter the Jeffords Hall entrance from Old Roswell Road, this is a fire lane. It is clearly marked with a red curb. Sunday School and Adult Education Sunday School for children, youth, and adults is held from 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. each Sunday, between the 9:00 a.m. Family Service and the 11:15 a.m. service. The current list of offerings, and their locations, will be available in the worship Bulletin. If you need directions, please feel free to ask an usher, or at the Welcome Desk. They will be happy to help you. What to expect We want your visit to St. David's to be a warm and welcoming experience. We believe that when you are our guest, we are co-hosts with God, who has extended an invitation to each of us to share in the love we have come to know at St. David's. Please stop by our Welcome Center in the main entrance of the Church, and a member of our Welcome Ministry will be there to assist you. We also encourage you to fill out a Welcome Card, which may be found at the Welcome Center, in the pew racks, or online (here). The Welcome Card will enable us to send you information about our Church. It can be given to a greeter, or member of the vestry, dropped in the offering plate, or in the box located at the Welcome Center. Communion The Eucharist culminates in Communion, a shared meal of bread and wine in remembrance of Jesus' death and resurrection. An usher will invite you to come to the altar rail. You may stand or kneel at the rail, though most parishioners kneel. Most parishioners hold their hands out with their palms open, and a minister will come to you to place bread in your hand. You may then take the bread to your mouth or dip the bread in the wine. You may receive the wine directly from the chalice by guiding it with your hand if you prefer. If you would not like to receive Communion, simply cross your arms across your chest like an "X", and a minister will offer a prayer of blessing instead. If you have a question and do not see it here, please feel free to contact the church office. We are happy to answer any questions you may have!

First Ways to Connect We believe that getting connected to a Ministry is the best way to meet others and for you to volunteer your time and talent. Participation can lead to lifelong friendships and meaningful contributions to our Church. When you fill out your new member form, you can select the ministries you are interested in. After submitting the form, the lead of the Ministry will reach out to you. Feel free to contact the Lead of Ministry at any time. St. David’s has over 80 ministries that are explained in the Ministry Opportunities brochure. Below is a link to the brochure, A paper copy can also be found at the Welcome Desk. Come Worship With Us! Join us at Connections Cafe! Connections Cafe is a time for visitors and new members to learn more about how to get connected at St. David's, ask questions, and take a short tour of the campus. We will meet in Grace Hall at 8:00 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. on: January 21, April 28, July 21, and October 20 Serve! There are so many ways to Walk in Love and serve at St. David's! Click the link below to read more or visit the serve pages on the website! Ministry Opportunites Booklet

Gift of Stock You may want to consider donating stock to fulfill your pledge. Gifts of stock can provide donors with a double tax benefit. First, you are able to claim a charitable donation on the current amount of the donated stock, not just the amount you originally paid for it. Second, you do not pay taxes on the appreciated value of the stock. Should you decide this is something you might want to do, please contact the finance office at 770-993-1094, ext. 120, to get St. David’s account number and DTC # required for a broker to broker transaction This is a fairly easy way to make the transfer without all the paperwork. Important: St. David’s has made some changes to our account, so please call or email the Finance Office for the new information BEFORE making a stock donation. Lastly, St. David’s appreciates all your contributions. Each individual gift, financial and spiritual, will make a difference! ​ 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.

Books and Bibles Children's Bibles and Devotions (Plus Other Awesome Reading!) Quiet time for a child and quiet time for the family is often centered around a simple shared story. Sometimes that story comes from you, from your own memories and childhood, spoken aloud to your child as they nestle in the crook of your arm. Sometimes the story comes from a trusted book, where language and illustrations capture your child’s heart and imagination. To be present with a child fully absorbed in at engaging story especially a story of love, faith, and family life is to share a sacred moment. Sharing quiet times for reading creates a family ritual and connections. Quiet time in your home may be just before bed time (that interval after the not quiet time of homework and bath and before sleep.) They may come early in the morning before the house is awake and before the day begins. Wherever you find it, use whatever time works for your family and read together. Books with electronic pages work too, but the books listed here are recommended with paper pages for turning and stories for sharing. The list below is a place to begin. Not meant to be comprehensive in any way. It may spark in you the desire to share a favorite book about faith, love, family life that your family enjoys. ​ Bibles and Devotions Ladder of Angels Sixty-five full-color illustrations, chosen from the “Children of the World Illustrate the Old Testament” contest and subsequent exhibition, combine with evocative retellings of Old Testament stories by Madeleine L’Engle to create a reading experience to be cherished by all people – young and old. The Beginner's Bible Introduce children to the stories and characters of the Bible with this best-loved Bible storybook. With vibrant art and compelling text, more than 90 Bible stories come to life. Kids ages 6 and under will enjoy the fun illustrations of Noah helping the elephant onto the ark, Jonah praying inside the fish, and more, as they discover The Beginner’s Bible just like millions of children before. Children of God Storybook Bible Desmond Tutu retells more than fifty of his most beloved stories, artfully highlighting God’s desire for all people to love one another and to find peace and forgiveness in their hearts. Many of the finest artists from around the world have been selected to illustrate the stories. In an attempt to create the first truly global Bible for children, the artists have been invited to portray the stories with the style and richness of their own culture. Their stunning color illustrations allow readers to experience the Bible stories as if they were there―with Adam and Eve in the garden, with Noah on the ark, with Abraham in the desert, and with Jesus on the mountaintop. Every story shows how God works through history and ends with a short prayer, which personalizes the message for each reader’s own life. The Lion Storyteller Bible Designed especially for reading aloud, The Lion Storyteller Bible contains over fifty Bible stories chosen specifically for their story content and appeal. for children ages 4 through 7. The unique larger format of The Lion Storyteller Bible enables both the reader and the child to share the colorfully illustrated stories together. This fresh, engaging approach to Bible stories is highlighted by gentle humor running throughout. Beautifully illustrated, The Lion Storyteller Bible is perfect for bedtime reading, rainy days, and family hours. Read Aloud Bible Stories The award-winning Read Aloud Bible Stories series has delighted children, parents, and teachers for decades. Written by Ella K. Lindvall and illustrated by Kent Puckett, these timeless stories of the Bible are retold in clear, simple language children will enjoy and understand. And parents will appreciate the care taken to simplify the stories without sacrificing any accuracy. The Lion Classic Bible Stunning in presentation and full in scope, The Lion Classic Bible is an evocative retelling of the Bible’s great stories for children. In 12 flowing chapters, Andrea Skevington brings together all the Bible’s treasured tales to reveal the overarching story of God and his people. The New Adventure Bible The New Adventure Bible opens up the door to Bible adventure and discovery for kids ages 8-12. This edition includes the popular New International Version (NIV) plus all the features that have made this study Bible the leading Bible for kids. With its practical approach, The New Adventure Bible helps kids make the jump from learning the Bible to living the Bible. Images of God for Young Children The Bible describes God in many different ways: God is light; God is joy; God is wisdom. God is the beauty that fills the earth and the rock we stand on, the promises we live by and the fire that purifies us. This volume offers a collection of these images, presented in simple language that young readers can easily understand. This book’s bright artwork and lyrical text, written by the bestselling author of Psalms for Young Children, explores how, even though we cannot see or touch God, we can still discover him in our world. Psalms for Young Children The Psalms describe a whole range of emotions, from joy and wonder to sadness and regret. This collection of Psalms, paraphrased for young readers, uses simple yet powerful imagery to help children express their feelings. Animals of the Bible for Young Children The bible’s stories abound with animals—Jonah’s whale, the ram sacrificed in Isaac’s place, the serpent who tempted Eve. Some fill minor roles, while some are central to their stories. But God watched over all of them, delighted in their creation, and used them for great purposes and important lessons. All of them bear witness to God’s wisdom and love. This colorful book, with text that is brief and simple enough for young readers, presents a survey of the menagerie of creatures that populates the pages of the bible. These diverse creatures offer an excellent way to help children discover God’s world and its profound messages. Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions For Kids ​Devotions written as if Jesus is speaking directly to a child’s heart. Based on her original Jesus Calling, this version has been adapted in a language and fashion that kids and tweens can relate to their everyday lives. Five Minute Devotions For Children This delightful devotional is perfect for bedtime, dinnertime, or anytime. Each short devotion includes a story about an animal illustrating its dominant trait as created by God. That trait is then related to a child. Questions at the end are fun for the young child to answer, such as picking out something in the picture, asking what the animal is doing, and asking what God wants us to do. Each devotional concludes with a short bible verse. Picture Books Jesus Loves Me! Warnes has illustrated this beloved children’s hymn with heartwarming depictions of three bears enjoying a variety of activities in their idyllic forest home. Wherever You Are My Love Will Find You Love is the greatest gift we have to give our children. It’s the one thing they can carry with them each and every day. If love could take shape it might look something like these heartfelt words and images from the inimitable Nancy Tillman. Here is a book to share with your loved ones, no matter how near or far, young or old, they are. Saint Francis This is the story of a rich man’s son who gave up his wealth and lived and worked among the poor. He loved all God’s creatures and called them his sisters and brothers. His name was Francis. In this beautifully illustrated and sensitively written book, Brian Wildsmith tells the story of Saint Francis. Noah's Ark For 40 days and 40 nights rain poured from the heavens, enveloping the world. Only Noah had been warned by God of the great flood and only Noah could save life on earth. This powerful story of salvation has fascinated people of all ages for centuries. Now, four-time Caldecott Honor-recipient Jerry Pinkney captures all the courage, drama, and beauty of this ancient parable in rich, glorious paintings. Noah's Ark The bee and the fox, the sheep and the ox–two of each kind trudged aboard Noah’s famous vessel. Peter Spier uses his own translation of a seventeenth-century Dutch poem about this most famous menagerie. Women of the Bible An elegantly illustrated collection of ten favorite Bible stories retold from the point of view of the women involved Parenting Get Out of My Life, but First Could You Drive Me & Cheryl to the Mall? When Anthony E. Wolf’s witty and compassionate guide to raising adolescents was first published, its amusing title and fresh approach won it widespread admiration. Beleaguered parents breathed sighs of relief and gratitude. Now Dr. Wolf has revised and updated his bestseller to tackle the changes of the past decade. He points out that while the basic issues of adolescence and the relationships between parents and their children remain much the same, today’s teenagers navigate a faster, less clearly anchored world. Wolf’s revisions include a new chapter on the Internet, a significantly modified section on drugs and drinking, and an added piece on gay teenagers. Although the rocky and ever-changing terrain of contemporary adolescence may bewilder parents, Get Out of My Life gives them a great road map. Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child The Heart of Parenting Written for parents of children of all ages, Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child will enrich the bonds between parent and child and contribute immeasurably to the development of a generation of emotionally healthy adults.

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

Four Year Olds Pre-K Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour Five Days: PreK Fours This program is for children 4 years of age by September 1 NOTE: – CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED Five day per week class held on Monday-Friday from 9:30 AM-1 PM. Class size is limited to 15 students with two teachers. Click here for Developmental Objectives PreK Four ​ 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. Pre-Kindergarten is for children preparing for Kindergarten. 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, house keeping area, discovery art activities, and a child-friendly bathroom. Teachers share lesson plans with parents weekly. Children enjoy free play, circle time activities including alphabet, handwriting, numbers, math play, science, weather, calendar activities, and stories. Students play games and make art projects based on the letter of the week. The Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant work with children in small groups to teach fine motor skills, such as cutting and Handwriting without Tears lessons, and activities that develop math and science concepts. Other special activities lend exposure to emerging concepts (such as phonics, reading, sight words, social studies, and geography). Students attend Music, Movement, and Chapel each week, and play outdoors every day. Classroom parents will send in food for a mid-morning "nut-free" snack for the whole class on a rotation basis. Teaching focus is on developing Kindergarten readiness involving social interaction, fine motor, and early learning skills. The parent and teacher meet and go over detailed evaluations are given to parents in January and evaluations are given again in May. ​ St. David's Preschool follows Fulton County Schools calendar with the exception of the start and the end dates of the school year . ​ Annual tuition is $3800 and can be paid in 10 equal monthly payments of $380. Due at the time of registration for new students is a registration fee of: $125 A one-time Supply fee of $100 is due the first month of preschool. Click Here to register. ​

Handbell Choir St. David’s is blessed to have a 5-octave set of Schulmerich Handbells and 4 octaves of Malmark Handchimes. The bell choir consists of adults and students from the ninth grade up. We play music in Levels 1 through 4 (out of 6 levels). The group rings for the 9:00 a.m and 11:15 a.m. Services about 4 times during the season (September through May), including Lessons and Carols, Christmas Eve, and Music Appreciation Sunday. We also play, enhancing hymns, choral anthems, and/or ringing solo pieces. ​Previous ringing experience or music note reading, while helpful, is not necessary; bring a sense of adventure, a willing heart, and the ability to count to eight! We have fun together. Rehearsals are on Sunday mornings, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For more information, contact Susie Clements, 770-993-6084, x131, or email her here .

Adult Education Classes Throughout the year, St. David's offers several classes and book studies. Classes run for several weeks and vary in length. Classes are a great way to dive deeper into a subject without a year-long time commitment. With the goal of meeting our Parishioners where they are in terms of their spiritual maturity, we are committed to offering different learning opportunities, meeting both in-person and online. Our hope is that every person finds a place to connect with God and others thereby finding a community where we walk in love and grow together. We invite you to join us! Walk in Love An Overview of Episcopalian Belief, History, and Practice. Wednesdays Beginning August 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Online ​ Join The Rev. Remington Slone in a six week discussion about the history, beliefs, and practices of The Episcopal Church, This course is great for those seeking to learn more about our tradition, for those who are desiring to be confirmed or received into The Episcopal Church, and for those who looking to refresh their engagement in our way of being together. Meeting are via Zoom, weekly beginning Wednesday, August 23. For more information, please contact Fr. Remington. Lenten Wednesday Night Series Wednesdays Beginning February 21 5:30 p.m. Nave and Jeffords Hall ​ Each Wednesday in Lent, St. David’s will have special programming for parishioners of all ages, and a simple Lenten meal. We will start each evening with a brief chapel service at 5:30 p.m. in the Nave, followed by a meal in Jeffords Hall. Children and Youth programming will be available, and adults will be invited to participate in table fellowship and discussion following Kate Bowler’s Bless the Lent We Actually Have. Dinner will be $6/adult $3/children with a family maximum of $18. The nursery will also be available. ​ ​

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 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. ​ 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 The breakfast teams are part of the Men’s Club. The men gather to cook breakfast for the congregation before the 7:45 am service and are on 6-8 week serving rotation teams. Donations accepted for breakfast.​ 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. 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.

Be a Better Neighbor St. David's Outreach Opportunities As Christians, we are called to follow Christ’s teachings, come together for worship, and fellowship, and serve so to the spread of the Kingdom of God. At St. David’s, we have many opportunities for you to engage in ministry, and be a better neighbor to those around us. ​ Explore the offerings below to find a way to become involved. Serving in outreach ministry helps us develop and grow our faith, make new friends, and is an expectation in the body of Christ and allows us to live into our Baptismal Covenant. Current Outreach Opportunities Volunteer Opportunities at St. David's this April! Ways to walk in love and serve this April. Talent Blooms at Path To Shine Path to Shine spring semester update. Ministry Spotlight: Path to Shine Update Path To Shine is St. David’s way of showing love to our closest neighbor, Mimosa Elementary School. This mentoring program meets from... For more information on any of the ministries below, including how to join, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. North Fulton Community Charities St. David's has been partnering with North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) since its inception and founding. NFCC provides financial assistance, food, clothing, education and more to those in need. St. David’s provides financial assistance, as well as volunteers, to serve in the food pantry and thrift shop. We also participate in several other programs during the year, such as the Warm Coat drive, School Supply Drive, and Frozen Turkey donations.​ Episcopal Relief and Development Fund Episcopal Relief and Development is an international relief and development agency, and a compassionate response to human suffering on behalf of Episcopal Church dedicated to international relief and Development. It has been operating since 1940.​ The Drake House The Drake House provides short-term crisis housing, education, and empowerment programs for homeless mothers and their children in North Fulton County, designed to assist the family in working toward self-sufficiency.​ Honduras Mission Team The purpose of this ministry is to serve God by building relationships, physical structures, and being the Church in Honduras. This is accomplished through a longstanding and loving partnership with the Lamb Institute based in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Mission trips are planned twice yearly along with a fundraiser. St. David's also supports a missionary, who has been serving LAMB Institute since 2011. St. Francis Guild Started in 2010, the St. Francis Guild provides a hot lunch to day-laborers in Roswell who are waiting for work. It is a soup kitchen on wheels, as the volunteer team cooks in Jeffords Hall kitchen and takes the meals to areas where the men are waiting for work. The team meets Thursday mornings at 7:00 a.m. We welcome you to join us! Habitat for Humanity St. David's participates in Habitat for Humanity builds at different times throughout the year. We are currently supporting the Kamini Family in Gainesville this Fall. Please click the link below to see the dates that we are seeking volunteers. The number of volunteers will be limited to allow for Social Distancing and Habitat will be following all CDC guidelines. Path to Shine This is a ministry from our Diocese that inspires under-served children to achieve hope-filled dreams. They meet here at St. David's weekly, on Wednesday afternoons, with most children from Mimosa Elementary School next door to our church.​ Blood Drive This ministry schedules several blood drives annually at the Church. Six Mercies Ministry Six Mercies is a St. David's community outreach ministry which has served our neighbors for 9 years. The Six Mercies Ministry is staffed in pairs and is at the church Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Parishioners sign up each month for a 2-hour shift and we have very flexible scheduling. Eyeglass Donations This ministry collects unwanted eye glasses for recycling. The box is located in the hallway near the mailboxes.​ Questions? Please contact Anne Parker. Green Guild + Adopt-a-Road​​ The Green Guild meets to assist the Parish in becoming more environmentally responsible.​ St. David’s Scouting Ministry We are a charter organization that provides a full, year-round Scouting program for the youth of St. David’s and surrounding community. Our Vision is to offer a Scouting program appropriate to both the age and grade levels of our youth. For more information, please join us at our meetings or fill out the form below. Africa Mission Team​ With guidance from the Diocese of Central Tanganyika, St. David’s decided to team with Solar Light for Africa to provide solar energy solution for Msalato Theological College in Dodoma, Africa.​

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.

Holy Communion Holy Communion Class Next Class: TBD 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Downstairs in Jeffords Hall In the Episcopal tradition, all baptized persons are invited to receive communion, including children. Parents in conversation with their child determine the best time for their child to receive. Many children receive the bread as soon as they are old enough to hold it. However, some families choose to have their children wait to receive communion until the child is a bit older. St. David’s Holy Communion class is an engaging and interactive class, designed for children Kindergarten-5th grade to learn about the sacraments of Holy Baptism and the Holy Eucharist. The focus of each class is belonging. Belonging to Christ, belonging to our families, and belonging to our church family through the gift of water and God’s Holy Spirit at Baptism, and in communion, the coming together, for the shared meal of bread and wine. ​ During the class, the children and leaders explore St. David’s campus, learning about our church home as we seek God in the Holy spaces that abound here. The children learn about Jesus’ baptism, share photos of their own baptism, and receive instruction on how to receive the communion bread and wine as they learn about the traditions of our Episcopal worship. The class meets on three designated Sundays from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. downstairs in Jeffords Fellowship Hall in the Grace classroom. For more information or to register your child, please contact the Director of Children’s Ministry, Judy Hine.

Worship Support As followers of Jesus, we come together for regularly for worship - our expression of prayer as a community. God meets us in these gatherings to shape us into vessels of God's love. Serving in worship ministries is a fantastic way to help others experience the presence of God and to draw closer to God in your worship. We would love to have you join one of these opportunities for ministry. ​ Please take some time to explore the offerings 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. For more information on any of the ministries below, including how to join, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Lay Liturgical Ministers The members of this ministry participate in the liturgical services of the parish by reading the appointed lessons and psalms, leading the Prayers of the People, and administering the chalice during the Holy Eucharist. Altar Guild The altar guild sets the table for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. In addition, they remove all linens and vessels after the service and are responsible for their care.​ Flower Guild Flowers are a sign of the resurrection and add beauty to the sanctuary. Parishioners have the opportunity to contribute them as memorials or as thanksgiving offerings. Members of the Flower Guild serve on a rotating basis to arrange the flowers in the church. Acolytes The acolyte ministry (St. David’s Guild) provides an opportunity for young people to model ideal Christian behavior while actively serving the Lord on a regular basis. Participation begins with 6th graders and runs through their senior year. Young people volunteer, are selected and are invited to join the Acolyte Corps. Acolytes begin carrying torches and grow into more demanding roles. Pew Crew The Pew Angels straighten the hymnals and prayer books in each pew. In addition, they restock all of the brochures and pens as needed in the pew racks.​ Vergers The Vergers lead processions into and during the service, assist with Communion and are available to the Clergy should anything be needed during the service. The Vergers are appointed by the Rector. Ushers The usher teams greet and welcome members and visitors, distribute service bulletins and assist in the seating of our worshippers while being attentive to those who are in wheelchairs or other mobile units. During Holy Communion ushers assist with traffic to and from the ​altar rail.​ Children's Service Readers (9am Service) The youth readers read the lessons and prayers at the 9:00 am. Family Service. The reads need strong reading skills. Baptismal Banners Every child who is baptized at St. David’s receives a handcrafted banner with their name. The banners are crafted by a ministry comprised of dedicated parishioners.​ Wedding Guild This guild assists the wedding parties for weddings at St. David’s. They are present at the rehearsal and wedding ceremonies. Click here to see the schedule.

St. David's Preschool Registration Preschool Programs Registration Details Great Features In-House Extras Our Philosophy Call/Text NOW to schedule a tour Parent Portal St. David's Preschool provides parents a community website called Our School Hangout . It is used for students registration, online payments, family directory, and other preschool related events. If you are ready to register at our preschool, click on the Our School Hangout below for Parent Portal Login. 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 18 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 2 o’clock, Monday through Friday. Contact Us St. David's Episcopal Church Preschool 1015 Old Roswell Rd., Roswell GA 30076 Open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM ​ http://www.stdavidchurch.org/preschool Email: preschool@stdavidchurch.org Phone: (770)993-1258 Mobile: (470)632-6330 ​ ​ Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages.