We Strive for Reverence, Community,
Compassion, Commitment, and Reconciliation
Upcoming Events
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Second Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 1, 2024
The Rev. Jennifer B. Cleveland, Presiding and Preaching
8:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Organ and Choir
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The Art & Science of Decision-Making - A Life of Better Choices
Course dates: December 9, and 16 and January 6, 13, and 20.
A six-week workshop on discernment. Workshop leaders are Charles LaFond (Episcopal priest, island non-profit leader and activist for aging seniors) and Jennifer Haase Morris (a non-profit executive and community leader). The course offers a multi-disciplinary framework for making choices when faced with new possibilities or unexpected challenges.
Discussion: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.. Dinner: 5:30-6:00 pm: Jennifer and Charles will serve a simple meal of homemade soup and bread.
To register, send an email to jennifer@livingtheintention.com. There is no charge.
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Evensong
December 9, and 16 and January 6, 13, and 20, from 6-6:30 pm
In the midst of the darkness of wintertime, all are invited to join in a service of light and hope as we share in the ancient Christian practice of Evening Prayer, also called Vespers. On the first 3 Mondays in December and in January — we will gather in the church to worship and be nourished by music, the spoken word, and silence.
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St. A's Choir Rehearsal
December 11th, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
All voice parts are welcome, ages high school and up; no audition required. Sense of humor preferred. Rehearsals are the first, second, and third Wednesdays of the month,
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Savoring Scripture - Lectio Divina.
Thursday, December 5, 6-7:30pm:
A 3-week experience of contemplative Bible reading in Campbell Hall. Questions? Contact Emily Licastro.
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December Vestry Meeting
December 17th, 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
For a full account of all that your Vestry undertakes, all of the minutes of Vestry meetings are available in the Member Portal (click below). Minutes are added after the Vestry has approved them (generally a month after each meeting date. Vestry meetings are open meetings. Visitors are welcome.
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Introduction to Zentangle Class
WEDNESDAY, December 18, 1-3pm in Campbell Hall.
Spend two peaceful hours learning about the philosophy, approach, and methods of Zentangle. (It is doodling with a bit more format!) Participants will practice several tangles, or patterns, on small cards.
Instructor – Christie Brown came to Zentangle as a consummate doodler. She has been an instructor for a few years and a teacher for a long, long time.
Please email staugs@whidbey.com by 12/17 in the morning if you plan on coming, so we have enough materials. Thank you!
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Festive Greening of the Church
Sunday, December 22 at 11:45am
Festive Greening of the Church after the 10:30 am service. The more the merrier, as we ready the church for Christmas and enjoy cider, seasonal cookies, and more in Campbell Hall.
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Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Services
Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
4:00 p.m. - Festive Service with Holy Communion, Choir, and Congregational Carols
Carol Sing begins at 3:30; service to follow
7:00 pm. - Candlelight Service with Holy Communion and music by the Sophia Singers
Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day: 9:30 a.m. - Holy Communion
Upcoming Events Across Whidbey and the Diocese of Olympia
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Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany Services across the Diocese
Join our churches and worshiping communities from across the Diocese of Olympia this holiday season! More services will be added throughout the season, so check back for more updates.
FOCUS
National Native American Heritage Month
What is our work as Episcopalians?
The Office of Indigenous Ministries celebrates the longstanding presence and influence of Native Americans throughout the history of The Episcopal Church.
Exercising a deep spirituality grounded in respect for and care of creation and others, Indigenous Episcopalians enrich the church through myriad roles in lay and ordained ministry, modeling wisdom, resilience, and forbearance.
Indigenous Ministries works for the full inclusion of Indigenous people in the life and leadership of the church.
We acknowledge the Coast Salish and all Indigenous Peoples. This building and facilities stand on the traditional land of the people, whose ancestors have resided here since time immemorial. We honor and thank them for their culture, resilience, and indigenous identity.
See insightful broadcast from Cascade PBS featuring the Indigenous communities in the Pacific Northwest.
Who We Are
At St. Augustine’s, our shared worship is at the center of our community life. Our services follow many of the worship traditions and seasons of the liturgical year. For newcomers, some elements of our worship might seem confusing. The most important thing to remember is that ALL are welcome here and you can’t do anything wrong! We are just happy you are here!
There's always a place for you at St. Augustine’s Church
Meet Our Rector
A big sign greets all at the entrance to St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods: Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, all are welcome here! Since my first week here, in November 2022, I have discovered that this wide, warm welcome is truly at the heart of this community.
With you on the journey,
Rev. Jenny+
Weekly Worship Services
An inclusive, reconciling, and greening congregation serving Whidbey Island.
We welcome you to join us in person or by our live-stream feed.
Click below for information on our weekly worship services.
St. Augustine's in-the-Woods Episcopal Church is an LGBTQIA+ welcoming and affirming congregation
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When & Where
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Our Parish
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