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TOGETHER
AS ONE
ST. DAVID’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
INVITATION TO MINISTRY
2020-2021
LETTER FROM THE RECTOR
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ear People of St. David’s, Take some time to look through this year’s
mission and ministry book with the intention
of walking in The Way of Love. Join in the
Welcome to a new year of mission ministries and activities of our community.
and ministry and life in Christ at St. David’s Consider some new way of answering Christ’s
and in the world! It is a challenging year for all call on your life and allow God to mold you in-
of us in the Covid-19 era, but God’s promises, to the person God has created you to be and to
God’s presence, and God’s call on our lives are become.
active and will continue to enable us to live into
our mission to know God in Jesus Christ and to Grace and Peace,
make Christ known to others.
A new year of mission and ministry and life is
upon us at St. David’s Church and we have an
opportunity to grow in our life with God and
one another and to continue to make a The Rev. Frank Allen
difference in the world. It’s a new start for
living into our mission and to enter more deeply
into living the Christian life as individuals and
as a church community – the life that is really
life.
And so our theme for this year to help us grow
in our sense of mission and life with God is ‘The
Way of Love.’ It is a theme that we hope will
enable us to experience the love and presence of
God in our lives. It is a theme and a way of life
that will set us on a new path for living and
loving as God loves and lives – freely,
passionately, gracefully. It is a focus that will
empower us to become our best selves and to
truly make a difference in the world.
“I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as
I have loved you, you also should love one another.” John 13:34
WORSHIP & MUSIC
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e are a community who comes together to worship God on Sundays and at special services during
the Church year. There are many opportunities for parishioner involvement in the worship and
music ministries of St. David’s. We encourage you to join us and offer your gifts to God.
Opportunities to S e r v e & G r o w . . . St. David’s M u s i c M i n i s t r y
Altar Guild The Music Ministry at St. David’s offers opportunities for
Prepares the sanctuary for worship, and cares for the children, youth, and adults (ages 3 and up) to become
vessels, linens and vestments used in worship. involved in the life of our parish through music. Through
participation in our choir program, singers and ringers have
Flower Guild the opportunity to grow in their faith, develop musical skills,
Arranges flowers for the altar during our Sunday worship work together in a group setting and provide musical
services and Holy Days. leadership for the congregation.
Prayers of the People The choirs and bell choirs rehearse weekly, lead worship on a
Writers prepare the prayers for weekly services and special regular basis, and participate in special services throughout
events. the year. Many of our choirs are involved in community
outreach and tour both regionally and internationally.
Vergers
Assist the clergy during Sunday services. Training is This year our vocal choirs will be meeting virtually and
provided and service is rotating. participating in virtual choirs. Our handbell choirs will be
meeting to record for services in person.
Lay Assistants
Provide three kinds of liturgical leadership: reading the Cherub Choir | Ages 3-4 Adult Choir
Word of the Lord (the lessons), offering the Prayers of the Wednesday | 4:00-4:20pm Thursday | 7:15-8:45pm
People (Intercessory prayers) & administering the chalice.
Primary Choir | Grades K-1 Handbell Choirs
Acolytes (Gr. 5 and up) Wednesday | 4:30-5:10pm Wednesday | 8:00-9:00pm
Serve the clergy and congregation during services as Thursday | 6:15-7:00pm
Children’s Choir | Grades 2-5
crucifers, torchbearers, Gospel bearers and banner Wednesday | 4:45-5:30pm
bearers.
Youth Choir | Grades 6-12
Ushers Wednesday | 6:00-7:00pm
Offer hospitality to those who enter our doors, assist those Sunday | 11:15-12:15pm
needing to find a seat for worship and provide guidance at
communion.
Sight and Sound Engineers
Assist with live streaming and tech during the Sunday
service and other special services such as weddings or
funerals.
DISCIPLSEHIP
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iscipleship provides programs, classes, and small groups to connect our worship of God with deep
learning about God, ourselves, our faith community, and our world. The 2020-2021 theme, ‘The Way
of the Love,’ invites us to living out the love that has the power to changes lives and change the
world.
Opportunities to L e a r n . . . Opportunities to G r o w . . .
Sunday Mornings | Weekly at 10:30am Center for Spiritual Growth
Throughout the year, Adult Forum will look at practices such The Center seeks to offer Spirit-filled opportunities to all
as Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go, Rest to uncover who desire a deeper encounter with God in Jesus Christ
elements central to following Jesus in the loving, liberating, through educational series and retreats.
life-giving way of Jesus.
Individual and Group Spiritual Direction
Fall Series | Wednesdays (September-November) at 7:30pm Trained spiritual directors meet with individuals and
Videos, discussions, readings from Presiding Bishop Michael groups to companion and guide those seeking discernment
Curry’s new book, Love is the Way: Holding on to Hope in and a deeper awareness of God’s presence in prayer, daily
Troubling Times. This will be an online Zoom meeting. life, and relationships.
Bible Studies | Weekly Centering Prayer | Monday, 7pm & Wednesday, 8:15am
Learn and grow in your faith while connecting with others on a Join others who seek God in the stillness and silence of
similar path. No special knowledge is required. This year’s contemplative prayer.
Bible studies will be held online until further notice:
Exercise in Faith | Saturdays, 10:00am
Lectionary Bible Study | Sundays, 11:15am This a fun and prayerful (socially-distanced) workout in
Rector’s Bible Study | Tuesdays, 6:20am the Parking Lot or the Undercroft.
Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays, 12:30pm
Women’s Bible Study | Wednesdays, 9am & 10:30am Ignatian Spiritual Exercises
Men’s Bible Study | Fridays, 7:00am The Exercises are a 30-week intensive course through
which you commit to one hour of prayer and meditation
Small Groups | Monthly with provided materials for six days per week and group
Opportunities to discuss topics, books and get to know others weekly direction.
in a casual setting. Times to be determined.
Mindfulness Meditation | Tuesday & Friday, 9am
Women’s Beyond the Book Club This a fun and prayerful (socially-distanced) workout on
C.S. Lewis and the Fundamentals of Faith Saturdays at 10:00am in the Parking Lot or the
Undercroft.
Lenten Meditation Book | Daily during Lent
Meditate each day in Lent with a passage written by a Yoga with Spirit classes are paused.
parishioner or staff member.
The Labyrinth | Throughout the Year
Theologian in Residence | February 27-February 28, 2021 Offers instruction and opportunities to pray with the body
This year’s Theologian in Residence will be Dr. Illia Delio, OSF through this ancient practice of walking the sacred path.
FAMILY MINISTRIES
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hristian Formation for our children and youth is one of the most important ways we live into our
mission as a church. St. David’s seeks to provide a variety of developmentally appropriate ways for
our children, youth and their families to grow in their faith and make a difference in the world.
Opportunities to L e a r n W e e k l y . . . Opportunities to G r o w O u r F a i t h . . .
Childcare | 3 months-4 years old | 8:45-9:15am The EDGE Youth Group| Grades 4-5
Temporarily suspended during the pandemic. Meeting over Zoom; small gatherings in fall 2020 will take
Provided during worship and other special events that will place as guidelines permit.
benefit parents. This is the first youth group experience for children. We
build community beyond the Sunday School. We meet bi-
Primary Education | Pre-K-Grade 1| 8:45-9:15am monthly on Sundays at 11:30am.
Temporarily suspended during the pandemic.
Classes rotate through Godly Play (a Montessori-based Middle School Youth Group| Grades 6-8
curriculum), Arts & Crafts, Park Play & Story, with a snack Weekly meeting over Zoom; small gatherings in fall 2020
and a music lesson. will take place as guidelines permit.
Youth in grade six through eight are welcome to join the
Children’s Sermon | Grade 5 & Younger| 9:15am Middle School Youth Group which meets every Wednesday
From September through May, during the 9:15 am service, from 7:00-8:00pm in the Youth Lounge (Chapel Lower
children may access the prerecorded Children’s Sermon. Visit Level).
the Livestream Service to find the link.
High School Youth Group| Grades 4-5
Elementary Education | Grade 2-5| 10:20am Meeting over Zoom; small gatherings in fall 2020 will take
Occurring Wednesdays at 4:30pm on Zoom. place as guidelines permit.
Each month, a Bible story is explored through multimedia Discuss the issues facing students and how God is at work
workshops: theatre, cooking, drama, and art. in our day-to-day lives. We meet weekly for fellowship on
Sundays from 7:00-8:30pm in the Youth Lounge as well as
Middle School Education | Grade 6-7| 10:30am for big events throughout the fall and spring.
Zoom meeting at 10:30am on Sundays during the pandemic.
The Sunday School program for this age engages Biblical Confirmation| Grade 8
narrative using storytelling (video), creative reflection and Confirmation may begin as guidelines permit. Small
communal conversation. gatherings in fall 2020 will take place as guidelines permit.
Eighth graders commit themselves to a journey of learning
High School Education | Grade 9-12| 10:30am more about the Christian faith and Episcopal tradition,
Temporarily suspended during the pandemic. and building relationships through mentoring and
Meets weekly in the Knewstub Parking Lot at noon on volunteering.
Sundays, weather permitting. Bring your own chair!
High School Breakfast| Grades 9-12
Students in grades 9-12 are welcome to join us on the
second and fourth Fridays of each month for fellowship –
our treat!
OUTREACH
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t. David’s is committed to living out our mission and faith by supporting those in need, both in our
community and around the world. It is one of the most important ways we make Christ known to oth-
ers. We find that in serving, we build relationships and learn more about who God is and how God
loves all of us. We are changed through the experience of helping others. With more than 20 outreach
ministries, there are a myriad of ways to get involved:
Opportunities to S e r v e T h o s e i n N e e d . . .
Feeding Ministries The Grants Program
Our parishioners make more than 6,000 meals per year for Through our grants program, we distributed
those experiencing hunger and homelessness in our area. We approximately $155,000 in 2019 to organizations with
support organizations committed to providing housing which St. David’s is actively engaged in partnership. Our
resources for families in need. We always welcome non- grants augment the on-the-ground work our parishioners
perishable food donations for the pantries and volunteers for do locally and around the world.
these ministries.
Grace and Cecil Bean Soup Kitchen in Norristown Education Ministries
St. Augustine’s Feeding Ministry in Norristown St. David’s partners with Episcopal schools and after-
St. Mary’s Food Cupboard in Chester school programs committed to empowering young people,
The Ardmore Food Pantry and we provide scholarships internationally.
Rise Against Hunger: 30,000 Meals St. James Middle School
The Interfaith Hospitality Network St. Augustine Academy
Episcopal Community Services St. David’s Episcopal Day School
Safe Harbor Shelter The Afterschool Enrichment Program
International Scholarships
Empowerment Ministries
Our parishioners volunteer to provide clothing and toys for International Ministries
local children in need, assemble feminine hygiene kits for girls St. David’s is blessed to have three international
in Uganda, and we partner with churches and other service ministries. Between these locations, St. David’s
organizations in Philadelphia to address their community parishioners have built homes, schools, hospitals, and
needs and to promote self-sufficiency for all. churches that have touched thousands of lives.
Episcopal Community Services Cuba Partners in Ministry
Cradles to Crayons Guatemala Partners in Ministry
Project Ensonga Sewing Ministry Uganda Partners in Ministry
Emmanuel Resurrection Episcopal Church
St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church The Gift Shop at St. David’s, The Art Gallery at St.
Red Cross Blood Drive David’s & World Gifts
United Thank Offering Tasteful and interesting gifts for all ages are sourced from
Good Samaritan Ministries around the world and sold in the St. David’s Gift Shop. In
the adjacent, open and well lighted Art Gallery, fine art is
displayed in rotating exhibits and is available for sale. All
proceeds from both entities support our international
partners in Uganda, Guatemala, and Cuba. Independent
donations to these ministries can also be made through
the World Gifts Program.
PASTORAL CARE
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he vision and mission for Pastoral Care is to celebrate life’s joys and bear one another’s burdens and
sorrows in fulfillment of God’s command to love one another as God loves us. We seek to connect and
provide a network of care in times of need. Parishioners are invited to share in the experiences by
participating in one or more of these ministries:
Opportunities to S e r v e t h e C o m m u n i t y . . . *Eucharistic Visitors
Trained and licensed volunteers share the sacrament of Holy
Caring Ministries Eucharist with parishioners who cannot be present with us
St. David’s is a caring faith community with many at Sunday worship.
ministries that support our members. Join us in making
Christ’s love known to others as part of the following *Churcnyard Neighbors
ministries: A group of women who have experienced the loss of a spouse,
focusing on empowerment, resilience and inspiration. This
Birthday & Baptism Cards are sent to group meets several times a year.
parishioners marking a celebration.
*Caring Meals are delivered to parishioners Phone Ministers
identified by our clergy as needing support or Almost eighty parishioners make a friendly phone call to
encouragement. members of the parish on a regular basis during the
Driving Angels drive parishioners to Church pandemic. In addition, they are able to facilitate volunteers
service or programs, and to other medical to run essential errands as needed.
appointments.
Flower Ministry volunteers arrange and/or deliver Prayer Companions
Sunday and holiday flowers to homebound This is a prayer ministry in which fellow parishioners pray
parishioners or those needing encouragement. for our St. David's family and friends who are seeking God's
Needleworks Guild provide hand-knit caps, prayer grace, help, and blessings in all of life's circumstances. All
shawls, prayer squares, and Baptismal blankets. prayer requests are held in confidence.
*St. David’s Friends are a group dedicated to those
who are in need of companionship. Seeking Hope
This group provides support, encouragement, education and
Stephen Ministry faith to parents of addicted children. It meets the first
Stephen Ministers are trained and supervised lay persons Monday of the month at 6:00 pm online or in person.
who provide on-to-one Christian care to individuals facing
life challenges. A Stephen Minister is someone with a kind #JourneyingForward
heart, open mind, and good listening ear. If you fit the This bereavement support group for young adults meets the
description, please consider this valuable ministry. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month online or in person.
*Walking the Mourner’s Path Sermon Ministry
This non-denominational grief support program helps those Sermons are available to read or listen to on the website.
who have lost a loved one transform their grief into joyful Contact the office to have a sermon mailed to you.
living. The course consists of 90-minute classes and runs for
eight consecutive weeks. Each session has two facilitators
plus a member of clergy present.
*Paused during the pandemic.
FELLOWSHIP
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t. David’s is a welcoming parish whose members are God-centered and infused with spiritual energy.
We seek to meet the needs of all parishioners for Christian fellowship and encourage our members to
participate in our community of faith.
Breaking Bread Together: Small Group Suppers
This is a small group ministry in parishioners’ homes where
Opportunities to G r o w w i t h O n e A n o t h e r . . . parishioners gather in intentional small groups to share a
meal, conversation, and fellowship. This ministry is on hold
The Newcomer Ministry at this point due to social distancing guidelines.
Volunteers greet and welcome guests, as well as potential
and new members of St. David’s, orienting them to our
Social Singles
community. During a traditional program year, Newcomer
All singles, 40+ years of age, gather for activities such as:
Dinners are held several times per year. dinners, picnics, game nights, trips and more. On Sunday
evenings, this group meets for Bridge.
Women’s Fellowship
This group provides opportunities for women to grow in their
Supper Club Fellowship
relationship with God and to support and encourage each
The Supper Club brings parishioners together several times
other in their lives as Christian women. During a traditional a year to enjoy food, fellowship and a chance to meet new
program year, activities include: breakfasts, retreats, a
friends. This ministry is on hold at this point due to social
weekly Bible study, on-site fellowship events and off-site
distancing guidelines.
trips such as Broadway shows and museum tours.
Young Adults Group (20’s & 30’s)
MATCH (Mothers and Their Children) This group gathers for fellowship and outreach projects once
MATCH is a subgroup of Women’s Fellowship for mothers. per month. Open to all 20s, 30s, or young at heart!
During a traditional program year, the group meets
Wednesday afternoons for fellowship, prayer, conversation,
Wine & Dine Fellowship
and outreach projects.
Members meet in parishioners homes for Christian
fellowship, a meal, and home Eucharist, shared together in a
Men’s Fellowship relaxed setting. This ministry is on hold at this point due to
This group has a mission “to become fishers of men.” They
social distancing guidelines.
are dedicated to creating opportunities for men to develop
vital friendships, personal integrity, and Christ-centered
The St. David’s Country Fair & Auction
growth. During a traditional program year, activities
The Fair the oldest continuous church fair in the country,
include: monthly breakfasts, a weekly Bible study, special draws parishioners and neighbors from surrounding
events such as retreats, and cookouts.
communities and the Philadelphia area to share a day of
fun, food and festivities. This year, the fair will not be held
Epiphany Tree Burn in the same we have in past years but there will be two
This is a bonfire held on Epiphany Sunday, where
opportunities to celebrate and raise funds for Outreach.
Christmas trees are collected around the community to be First, there will be a drive-through Fair with pop-up tents
used in the bonfire. Hot cider and s’mores are offered.
showing all of our Outreach partnerships and ministries.
Second, the “UnFair” will be an in-house
Coffee Hour silent auction within St. David’s membership and a one-hour
Coffee and refreshments are provided after the 9:15am
live auction with cocktail/mocktail party. All proceeds go to
service. At this time, coffee hours are being held virtually. support our local and international outreach and is a
The Zoom link can be found below the church’s livestream.
ministry to the entire community.
FINANCE & STEWARDSHIP
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he Finance Commission oversees all of our financial resources for the mission and ministry of St.
David’s Church including the annual Budget, the graveyard, the endowments, and the legacy
society (1715 Society). The membership includes Vestry and members of St. David’s with
particular financial skills, all committed to being good stewards of the resources God has given us.
The Stewardship Commission is the holy management of our shared resources, an opportunity for us to
share our time, talents and treasures with one another in the service of God. The year-round efforts of the
Stewardship Commission help further educate parishioners about how to best to employ our gifts in the
service of our common life— be they financial, organizational, or spiritual. The Stewardship Commission
organizes an annual fundraising campaign for the mission and upkeep of St. David’s.
Giving creates a sense of ownership and obligation—both to God and to one another. The journey of faith is
very much linked with the giving of oneself. Just as we follow a Christ who gave of himself for us, we hope
to model that selflessness in our own giving.
Opportunities to M a k e a C o m m i t m e n t . . . Ways t o G i v e . . .
Annual Pledge Do you feel called to give? Here are some ways you can
We encourage parishioners to make an annual donate right now:
pledge to sustain the work of the church. Any
amount is welcome, so long as it comes with Text-to-Give: Text Keyword ‘Worship1715’
prayerful consideration. Electronic bank and credit
Online: www.stdavidschurch.org/giving
card payment options are available, and stock is
welcomed. Recurring Credit Card Payment: Set up
online or through the Finance Office
Gifts of Thanksgiving & Memorial Gifts
Gifts in honor of a family member of friend—or to Mail: Mail in checks to St. David’s Episcopal
celebrate a milestone or unexpected blessing—can Church: 763 S. Valley Forge Rd, Wayne PA 19087
fund special projects or items, or contribute to the
general operating fund. Weekly Envelopes: With Cash or Check
ChurchLife App: Available through the App
St. David’s 1715 Society
Store and Google Play
The St. David’s 1715 Society recognizes those people
who make a lifetime or testamentary gift to St. Stocks: Visit the website for more information
David’s in a will or trust.
Legacy Giving: Through the 1715 Society
PROPERTY
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he mission of the Property Commission is to protect and enhance the physical assets of the
church and to ensure that those assets are passed on to future generations.
Our worship, education, and fellowship spaces exist on 39 acres, which also include the St.
David's Graveyard. The Property Commission is tasked with the responsibility of identifying
and prioritizing Long-Range and Capital Projects that guarantee the continued use of the grounds and
buildings, which help to support the mission and ministry of the church well into coming generations.
Opportunities to S e r v e t h e P r o p e r t y . . . The St. David’s Pantry Patch
The St. David’s Pantry Patch was created in the
The St. David’s Parish History and Archives spring of 2012 as a senior internship project by Bailey
Committee Kimmel. Relationships with local community centers
The Archives Committee collects, preserves and and parishes were established and grants were
displays our archival materials, past and present, acquired from local nonprofits and diocesan funds. A
which enables us to honor the St. David’s heritage and corner section in the greater Saint David’s
our story, thus making Christ known to others. Community garden was allocated for the purpose of
growing and caring for fresh produce exclusively
The programs of The Parish History and Archives intended for local soup kitchens and parish feeding
Committee are now focused on the following activities. ministries. Nine raised boxes were created by Fritz
Fischer as an Eagle Scout final project and donated to
Cataloging the extensive collection of documents the Pantry Patch. Dirt and compost were donated
which include Vestry minutes, copies of The from local garden shops, and plants were purchased
Record, subsequently renamed The Dove, with the help of grants.
architectural drawings of the Church, the Harrison
Parish House, the 1956 Chapel and the present The following year several other Eagle Scouts created
Chapel a new Deer Proof fence to surround the entire
Writing articles for the ”Archives Corner” in the community garden and decrease the amount of
Dove damage caused each year. In 2020, new boxes were
Publishing events of the past such as the made by the Kimmel and Farrow families and an
controversy over the building the 1956 Chapel, and energetic group of volunteers tends the Pantry Patch,
a campaign by a parishioner to advocate for which is currently partnered with the Ardmore Food
universal suffrage Pantry, run out of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church,
Rotating the display in the hallway leading to St. Ardmore.
David’s Hall highlighting illustrious parishioners
and events that have occurred The St. David’s Campus Care Corps
Planning the Summer Lecture Series on a variety This group waters and maintains the various
of topics potted flowers and plants throughout our
buildings and grounds.COMMUNICATIONS
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he Communications Commission, formed in Fall 2018, oversees the dissemination of news and
information related to St. David’s and its ministries, events, and parish life. The goal is to
provide effective communications both internally, within the St. David’s community and
externally within Radnor, surrounding communities, Philadelphia and the Diocese, to help
advance the church’s mission to know God in Jesus Christ and make Christ known to others. The overall
“umbrella” message conveyed is St. David’s is a welcoming parish and that ALL are invited to share in
the community.
Opportunities to S e r v e t h e C o m m u n i t y . . .
Social Media Photo Library
The commission oversees ongoing Facebook and Instagram There are so many wonderful ministries here at St. David’s,
posts that promote upcoming events and services at St. and all documented photos and short videos will be used in:
David’s and enable us to share photos of parishioners at Social Media
work in meetings or enjoying fellowship activities. Presentations
St. David’s Website
Follow Us! Internal and External printed publication and
Facebook: facebook.com/stdavidsradnor promotional materials
Instagram: @stdavidschurchradnor
Share our posts with your friends A system has been established to make it easy for ministries
Tag St. David’s when you’re posting photos of you and parishioners to share photos and video clips with us
and your family at church events (horizontal format please). Please help build the photo
library to document our activities and preserve them for
Public Relations future St. David’s congregations!
Communications plans and contacts are shared across
ministries (St. David’s Fair, The Gift Shop, The Art Gallery, Website
St. David’s Episcopal Day School and others) to ensure that The commission provides input for the St. David’s Website
there is a coordinated flow of external publicity sent out and plans to continue improvements by:
from St. David’s to the local media. Adding more photos and video content
Easy volunteer registration
A proactive calendar approach plan has been developed to Live streaming important events
increase coverage of St. David’s news/upcoming events/ Easy access to sermons, documents, and photos
milestone celebrations and feature articles in local Access to our church directory and parishioners
newspapers, magazines and electronic media outlets such as personal financial statements
PATCH and Main Line Neighbors and local TV stations.
Internal Communications
The commission handles scheduling of “One Minute
Ministry” talks during the announcements of the 9:15
worship service. As needed, the commission supports the St.
David’s staff with their handling of parish newsletters,
publications, brochures, postcards, and advertisements.ST. DAVID’S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL
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t. David’s Episcopal Day School is a faith-centered school that offers exceptional education,
enrichment, and extracurricular programming for children ages 18 months through
kindergarten. Highlights of SDEDS include weekly chapel, character development, Christian-
values curriculum, small-class sizes, a state-of-the-art playground, inclusive allergy policies,
extracurricular activities, and specialists on staff. SDEDS is committed to diversity, inclusion, and
affordability for all and offers a tuition assistance program for qualifying families.
Curriculum a t t h e D a y S c h o o l . . . Programs a t t h e D a y S c h o o l . . .
Our curriculum is grounded in Christian values and Parent/Child
aimed at nurturing whole-child development through This program is designed to encourage whole-child
self-directed, hands-on learning activities. SDEDS development through play, socialization, and
values process over product and embraces innovative interactive circle activities, all with the comfort of
thinking while celebrating the joy and wonder of a trusted adult nearby.
childhood. Through the school’s curriculum, children
engage in interactive lessons and activities that Nursery School
foster growth in social, emotional, physical, spiritual Facilitating social development among peers is an
and intellectual development in language arts, integral component of our nursery school, in
mathematics, social studies, and science. Our addition to fostering emotional intelligence, gross
programs are enhanced by extracurricular activities and fine motor skills, logical thinking, and problem
that include: library, art, music, Spanish, outdoor -solving through child-led investigations and
learning, and physical education. Students exploration.
participate in a weekly chapel service.
Pre-Kindergarten
Extended Day a t t h e D a y S c h o o l . . . Children are introduced to concepts that provide
the foundation of skills necessary for success in
Enrichment Clubs school. Independence is encouraged as children
Our enrichment programs are a wonderful way for enhance social, emotional, physical, and academic
students to study a topic in more depth. Teachers skills through self-paced activities in a play-based
who have a talent or expertise in a specific area lead learning environment.
the programs.
Kindergarten
Speech & Language Our kindergarten offers a challenging, nurturing,
Our kindergarten offers a challenging, nurturing, and and motivating environment where students can
motivating environment where students can grow grow and mature intellectually, emotionally,
and mature intellectually, emotionally, socially, phys- socially, physically and spiritually. Students
ically and spiritually. Students participate in mathe- participate in mathematics, science, social studies,
matics, science, social studies, and language arts. and language arts.CONTACT INFORMATION
St. David’s Episcopal Church
763 S. Valley Forge Road
Wayne, PA 19087
610.688.7947 | www.stdavidschurch.org
Clergy: Vestry:
The Rev. W. Frank Allen | Rector 610-688-7947 Jay Baldwin | Outreach, Communications, SDEDS
fallen@stdavidschurch.org x217 610-331-5614
jaybaldwin612@gmail.com
The Rev. Elizabeth Colton | Associate Rector Susan Barber | Outreach, Fellowship
lcolton@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-2582 610-574-3100
susanbarber2@gmail.com
The Rev. Dr. Alexander McCurdy, III | Associate Rector 484-588-2259
amccurdy@stdavidschurch.org Jim Dolan | Rector’s Warden, Property
267-563-1737
jbdolanjr@gmail.com
The Rev. William H. Wood, III | Associate Rector 610-688-7947
bwood@stdavidschurch.org x334 Janet Helms | Discipleship, Finance, Pastoral Care
215-498-1331
The Rev. Ed Shiley| Associate Rector jlhelms1@gmail.com
edhiley@stdavidschurch.org 484-581-7556
Tom Johantgen | Accounting Warden, Stewardship
610-964-8584
The Rev. Ken McCaslin | Deacon 610-608-0704 thomas.johantgen@sedwickcms.com
kmccaslin@stdavidschurch.org
Rod Kellett | Discipleship, Family Ministries, Property
The Rev. Maurice Dyer | Associate Rector 484-367-7949
484-588-5674 rod.kellett@gmail.com
mdyer@stdavidschurch.org
The Rev. Emily Zimbrick-Rogers| Associate Rector Mona Kirby | Jr. Warden, Communications, Fellowship
484-588-2259 610-639-6181
ezimbrick-rogers@stdavidschurch.org monakkirby@gmail.com
Staff: Edie Lewis | Discipleship, Fellowship
610-254-8393
lewise216@gmail.com
Buff Barnes | Spiritual Direction
bbarnes@stdavidschurch.org 610-283-9848
Sarah Schoettle | Family Ministries, Outreach
610-649-5740
schoettle.sarah@gmail.com
Paul Barycki| Nighttime Custodian 610-688-7947
Betsy Spiegel | Family Ministries, Discipleship, SDEDS
Margaret Biester | Head of School, SDEDS 484-320-8110
484-588-5643 betsy.spiegel@icloud.com
mbiester@sdeds.org
Bill Bireley| Groundskeeper 610-688-7947 Michael Tredinnick | Fellowship, Stewardship
484-354-7833
mtreds@verizon.net
Geoff Chamberlain| Broadcast Manager 610-688-7947
gchamberlain@stdavidschurch.org Gillian Waldron | Worship, Discipleship
484-571-1512
gillian517@gmail.com
Amy Van Sciver Darst | Assistant Head of School
484-584-4371 Tom Watkins | Worship, Finance
adarst@sdeds.org
achanwat1@gmail.com 610-353-4323
Diane Dowlin | Office Manager 484-588-0478
ddowlin@stdavidschurch.org Liza Whelan | Pastoral Care, Outreach
610-647-8661
Roe DeRitis | Parish Receptionist lcw611@comcast.net
receptionist@stdavidschurch.org 610-688-7947
Worship & Music Commission:
Jo-Ann Funkhouser | Finance Manager 484-580-8492
jfunkhouser@stdavidschurch.org The Rev. Frank Allen 610-688-7947
fallen@stdavidschurch.org x217
Shannon Garland | Administrative Assistant 484-588-5642
sgarland@stdavidschurch.org Staff Contact | Shannon Garland
484-588-0478
Matt Grove | Grounds Supervisor sgarland@stdavidschurch.org
mgrove@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0270
Vestry Contact | Gillian Waldron
484-571-1512
Chris King| Parish Custodian 610-688-7947 gillian517@gmail.com
judykris@verizon.net
Director of Music | Dr. Clair Rozier
Judy Krischker | Wedding Coordinator 484-588-4335
610-692-2979 crozier@stdavidschurch.org
judykris@verizon.net
Maria Leal | Director of Children's Education Associate Director of Music | Dr. Elaine Sonnenberg
484-588-0477 484-588-5641
mleal@stdavidschurch.org esonnenberg@stdavidschurch.org
Lauren Machowski | Director of Communications 484-588-0476 Music Librarian | Holly Vicki
lmachowski@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0271
hvicki@stdavidschurch.org
Max Neumann | Weekend Parish Custodian 610-688-7947 Acolytes:
property@stdavidschurch.org
Christine & Steve Payne | sciaahpayne@gmail.com 808-228-8694
Josiah Pizzo | Groundskeeper 610-688-7947
property@stdavidschurch.org Altar Guild | Alison Smith | alison.k.smith@gmail.com 610-772-5054
Leslie Robertshaw | Parish Administrator Commission Members:
lrobertshaw@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0269
Jack Cassidy | jhcassidy@comcast.net 610-864-5008
Ginny Brookins | ginnybrookins1981@gmail.com 610-216-5883
Dr. Clair Rozier | Director of Music 484-588-4335
crozier@stdavidschurch.org Flower Guild (Chapel)
Heather Sill | Parish Receptionist Sandy Nesbitt | sjnesbitt@prodigy.net 610-296-0436
receptionist@stdavidschurch.org 610-688-7947
DeeDee Heyward | deedeehey@aol.com 610-299-9713
Paul Smith| Parish Custodian 610-688-7947 Flower Guild (Church) | Lura Wampler
610-688-6049
Dr. Elaine Sonnenberg Whitelock | Associate Director of lcwampler@comcast.net
Music 484-588-5641
esonnenberg@stdavidschurch.org Lay Assistants | Joseph Bonn | drjoebonn@gmail.com 610-256-0418
Holly Vicki | Music Librarian Prayers of the People | Amanda Smoot
hvicki@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0271 610-975-0634
aws1219@gmail.com
Margie Winters | The Gift Shop 484-580-8486 Ushers | Michael Tredinnick | mtreds@verizon.net 484-354-7833
giftshop@stdavidschurch.org
Vergers | Chris Hopkins | chopkins_01@yahoo.com 610-246-5037Discipleship Commission: St. James Middle School | Robert White
610-644-5104
whiterobert1949@gmail.com
The Rev. Emily Zimbrick-Rogers 484-588-2259
ezimbrick-rogers@stdavidschurch.org St. John’s Feeding Ministry | Alison Hastings
610-613-5247
amchastings@yahoo.com
Staff Contact | Diane Dowlin
ddowlin@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0478 Food Pantry at St. Mary’s, Chester | Ned Miller
484-433-2378
nmiller@3rdactsales.com
Vestry Contacts
Rod Kellett | rod.kellett@gmail.com 484-367-7949 The Gift Shop at St. David’s | Margie Winters
484-580-8486
Edie Lewis | lewise216@gmail.com 610-254-8393 giftshop@stadavidschurch.org
Centering Prayer | Buff Barnes The Art Gallery at St. David’s | Nereida Gordon
610-283-9848 610-420-0242
bbarnes@stdavidschurch.org ozjajja@aol.com
Exercise in Faith | Endre Witthoeft World Gifts | Nereida Gordon | ozjajja@aol.com 610-420-0242
610-324-4555
trugritfitness@mac.com
St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church | Diane Mayer
610-291-0793
Labyrinth | Louise Haley | mlouisehaley@gmail.com 484-716-4762 mchlmayer@aol.com
Library | Karen Miller | kmsmiller@aol.com 610-247-5244 Holiday Giving | Susan Barber | susanbar-
610-574-3100
ber2@gmail.com
Spiritual Direction | Buff Barnes
610-283-9848
bbarnes@stdavidschurch.org Emmanuel Resurrection Episcopal Church:
Bill Knapp | hwknapp@gmail.com 610-952-4801
Yoga with Spirit | Amy Dolan | George Vosburgh | geoorgevosburgh@gmail.com 610-724-1925
610-420-2089
amy@yogawithspirit.com
United Thank Offering | Eleanor Erskine
Lenten Meditation Journal | Domenica Rafferty 610-644-7631
484-459-4997 eerskineerskine@verizon.net
domeincarafferty@gmail.com
Episcopal Community Services | Rick Herman
Bible Studies | The Rev. Frank Allen 610-688-7947 215-738-3106
rick.herman62@gmail.com
fallen@stdavidschurch.org x217
40,000 Meals
Center for Spiritual Growth Members: Susan Nagy | scnagy@hotmail.com 610-202-4663
Buff Barnes | bbarnes@stdavidschurch.org 610-283-9848 Meg Tredinnick | meg.tredinnick@gmail.com 610-517-4088
Amy Dolan | amyjim@verizon.net 610-420-2089 Susan Cosgrove | SRCsells@gmail.com 484-574-4154
Louise Haley | mlouisehaley@gmail.com 484-716-4762
Laurie Robinson | lacross1755@me.com 484-571-9072 Strategic Advisory Leader | Mark Lane
610-688-8176
Gillian Waldron | gillian517@gmail.com 484-571-1512 mtlane134@gmail.com
Ian Wilcox | ibwilcox@gmail.com 610-659-4851
Endre Witthoeft | trugritfitness@mac.com 610-324-4555 Mitten Tree | Leslie Lewis
610-971-9612
brantpoint1@msn.com
Family Ministries:
Member-at-Large | Hilary Fischer
610-716-6146
The Rev. Elizabeth Colton | lcolton@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-2582 pmpkncd@gmail.com
Staff Contact | Maria Leal | mleal@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-0477 Pastoral Care Commission:
Vestry Contacts The Rev. Elizabeth Colton | lcolton@stdavidschurch.org 610-588-2582
Rod Kellett | rod.kellett@gmail.com 484-367-7949
Sarah Schoettle | schoettle.sarah@gmail.com 610-649-5740 Staff Contact | Diane Dowlin
484-588-0478
ddowlin@stdavidschurch.org
Outreach Commission:
Vestry Contact | Janet Helms
The Rev. Maurice Dyer | mdyer@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-5674 215-498-1331
jhelms1@gmail.com
Vestry Contacts Baby Baptismal Gifts | Wendy Higgins
Sarah Schoettle | schoettle.sarah@gmail.com 610-649-5740 484-459-5616
3higginsgirls@gmail.com
Cradles to Crayons: Birthday Cards (Birth-grade 4) | Sandy Brown
Diane Mayer | mchlmayer@aol.com 610-291-0793 610-716-4188
sbbrown@verizon.net
Cuba Mission Care Cards | Judy Flores | judithflores@verizon.net 610-453-5094
Lois Redmond | loismred@gmail.com 610-517-7663
Jim Bennett| jim.bennett@ellucian.com 267-615-4236 Care for Caregivers | Nan Lansinger
610-527-4916
nlansinger@gmail.com
Guatemala Mission
Kipp Gearhart | kipp.gearhart@gmail.com 703-338-4070 Career Transition Ministry
Carol Kangas| kangascarol@gmail.com 610-952-5605 Dale Power | dale@bigshoesmarketing.com 610-585-6567
George Vosburgh | georgevosburgh@gmail.com 610-724-1925
Uganda Mission
Leslie Roy | lroy456@comcast.net 484-432-5417 Caring Meals:
Kate Fahey | katefahey7@gmail.com 610-312-3654
Project Ensonga Sewing Ministry | Leslie Roy Liza Whelan | lcw611@comcast.net 610-647-8661
484-432-5417
lroy456@comcast.net
Driving Angels | Sandy Arnold | arnoldaso5@aol.com 610-308-0904
Interfaith Hospitality Network:
Cindy McCallum | cr4mccallum@gmail.com 484-888-9553 Eucharistic Visitors | Sandy Arnold
610-308-0904
Joanne Frey | freyj@mlhs.org 610-651-8161 arnoldaso5@aol.com
Jennifer Newhall | jennifer_newhall@verizon.net 610-995-2441 Flower Ministries | Jan Blynn | jsblynn@aol.com 610-389-0343
Samantha Hansell| samstrike@hotmail.com 610-745-2169
Mourner’s Path | Betsy Aikens | bgaikens@gmail.com 610-688-7028
Outreach Grants | Sarah Schoettle
610-649-5740
schoettle.sarah@gmail.comMonday Morning Flowers Staff Contact | Leslie Robertshaw 484-588-0269
Jan Blynn | jsblynn@aol.com 610-389-0343 lrobertshaw@stdavidschurch.org
Kim Glynn | kimglynn05@gmail.com 610-304-5664
Vestry Contacts
Mourner’s Path Tom Johantgen | tjohantgen@sedwickcms.com 610-517-0075
610-283-8499
Betsy Aikens | bgaikens@gmail.com Mike Tredinnick | mtreds@verizon.net 484-354-7833
Needleworks Guild | Theresa Baldwin Pledging Inquiries | Leslie Robertshaw 484-588-0269
tpoteetebaldwin@gmail.com 610-331-1810 lrobertshaw@stdavidschurch.org
Seeking Hope: Finance:
John Lander | johnblander@aol.com 610-308-7830
John Satterfield | johnfsatterfield@gmail.com 610-848-6754 The Rev. W. Frank Allen | fallen@stdavidschurch.org 610-688-7947
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Sermon Ministry | Heather Sill
610-688-7947 Vestry Chair / Finance Warden | Tom Johantgen
receptionist@stdavidschurch.org
tjohantgen@sedwickcms.com 610-964-8584
Stephen Ministry | Melissa Vosburgh |
610-964-8848 Vestry Contacts
mlvos@aol.com
Janet Helms | jhelms1@gmail.com 215-498-1331
St. David’s Friends | Rob White Tom Watkins | achanwat1@gmail.com 610-353-4323
610-644-5104
whiterobert1949@gmail.com
Staff Contact | Leslie Robertshaw 484-588-0269
Fellowship Commission: lrobertshaw@stdavidschurch.org
The Rev. Emily Zimbrick-Rogers Planned Giving
484-588-2259
ezimbrick-rogers@stdavidschurch.org Jeff Waldron | jpw@go2griffin.com 610-225-7265
Jamie Arnold | jsarnold419@gmail.com 610-648-9273
Vestry Contacts
Susan Barber | susanbarber2@gmail.com 610-574-3100 Property:
Edie Lewis | lewise216@gmail.com 610-254-8393
Michael Tredinnick | mtreds@verizon.net 484-354-7833 Staff Contact | Leslie Robertshaw 484-588-0269
lrobertshaw@stdavidschurch.org
Christmas Pageant | Whitney Kellett
484-238-8654 Vestry Contact:
wrs52@yahoo.com
Jim Dolan | jbdolanjr@gmail.com 267-563-1737
Coffee Hour Rod Kellett| rod.kellett@gmail.com 484-367-7949
Hilary Dash | hdash@dashhill.com 610-937-1613
Ardmore Food Pantry:
Greeter Ministry | Kathy Grim The Rev. Emily Zimbrick-Rogers 484-588-2259
610-653-9114 ezimbrick-rogers@stdavidschurch.org
kgrim311@gmail.com
MATCH Creation Care:
215-370-4743 The Rev. Emily Zimbrick-Rogers 484-588-2259
Meghann Frazar | coolrun98@gmail.com
ezimbrick-rogers@stdavidschurch.org
Men’s Fellowship | Tom Watkins
610-353-4323 Communications:
achanwat1@gmail.com
Newcomer Ministry: The Rev. Maurice Dyer | mdyer@stdavidschurch.org 484-588-5674
Lisa McDonnell | lisabrobb@icloud.com 239-821-5344
Staff Contact | Lauren Machowski
484-588-0476
Social Singles | Bayard Anderson lmachowski@stdavidschurch.org
484-343-6000
bayardanderson@comcast.net
Commission Members:
St. David’s UnFair! Chair | Anne Cunningham Mona Kirby | monakkirby@gmail.com 610-639-6181
610-357-3430 Geoff Chamberlain | geoff.chamberlain@yahoo.com 610-293-9577
acunningham795@gmail.com
Deb Geffken | Debbie.mohr.geffken@gmail.com 610-256-4164
St. David’s Fair Chair & Co-Chair: Gale Morrison | galebmorrison@gmail.com 215-317-6188
Elizabeth Lowy | elizabeth.lowy@gmail.com 610-772-3259 610-308-2177
Laura Nicholas | nicholaslaura1@gmail.com
Eileen Kraut | eileenkraut@yahoo.com 610-574-7161 Teresa Kleinhans | jrstack34@yahoo.com 225-276-8400
Supper Club: Jay Baldwin | jaybaldwin612@gmail.com 610-331-5614
Mary Carr | mccarr1@verizon.net 610-688-0634 St. David’s Episcopal Day School
Wine & Dine:
Chaplain | The Rev. Elizabeth Colton 484-588-2582
Janie Partridge| janiempartridge@gmail.com 610-308-7842 lcolton@stdavidschurch.org
Women’s Fellowship Vestry Chair | Sandy Arnold | arnoldaso5@aol.com 610-308-0904
Peggy Sukonik | psukonik@gmail.com 610-937-2060
Head of School | Margaret Biester
Stewardship Commission: 484-588-5643
mbiester@sdeds.org
610-688-7947 Assistant Head of School | Amy Van Sciver Darst
The Rev. Frank Allen | fallen@stdavidschurch.org 484-584-4371
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Chair | Jeff Waldron
610-223-8675
jpw@go2griffin.comSt. David’s Episcopal Church 763 S. Valley Forge Rd. | Wayne, PA 19087 610-688-7947 | www.stdavidschurch.org
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