Looking Ahead–Joint Worship Services and Events with St. Mark’s
Sunday, June 28 - Outdoor service - 10:00 a.m. Potluck Picnic to follow. Location will be Delco Park, Shelter #3.
Sunday, August 2 - Outreach Project and Worship Service at St. Mark’s (please note the change in location!) - 10:00 a.m. The Outreach Committees at both parishes will work together to organize details for a joint outreach project.
Sunday, October 4 - Outdoor Worship Service & Pet Blessing - 10:00 a.m. Location to be determined.
Sunday, August 2 - Outreach Project and Worship Service at St. Mark’s (please note the change in location!) - 10:00 a.m. The Outreach Committees at both parishes will work together to organize details for a joint outreach project.
Sunday, October 4 - Outdoor Worship Service & Pet Blessing - 10:00 a.m. Location to be determined.
Becoming Community through Transition
Greetings!
On Pentecost Sunday we celebrated the coming of the Holy Spirit in style. We witnessed the use of wind as balloons floated in the air, held up with the energy of wind. There were squawkers that make all sorts of noise, and windmills that twirl, and the sounds of voices throughout.
The question of the day was and still is: What is the power under your hood?
I dream of a power that gathers us together as church, as a community of faith that reaches into the community and fulfills the spiritual needs of our neighbors. I dream of a spiritual power that moves us forward in collaboration and hope.
These may seem like lofty words. In reality, I pray that this transition process moves us beyond all that we know and opens our heart and soul to new ways to see and experience and live as church. It means I look forward to the day when we can all gather under one roof and worship, then go back to our own congregations, energized and filled with the spirit of God. I dream of the day that we can all be one in Christ and still have our own sustainable congregations. I pray for the day that we are so wrapped in the love of God that our “I” becomes “we”, and our “they” becomes “we”.
When energized together we take on a mission and form deep and meaningful relationships. These relationships are such that our work has impact and transforming grace that permeates the souls of the people we serve. When this happens connections are made, the spirit works, and we become a spiritual resource or cornerstone in their lives because we planted the seed and the Holy Spirit took it from there.
Let’s follow Joshua 1:9 and be courageous and strong and not discouraged or dismayed because God is with us wherever we go. Know that: God has and will conquer all to make all things new.
My friends… explore the energy under the hood.
–Rev. Jean Vargo
On Pentecost Sunday we celebrated the coming of the Holy Spirit in style. We witnessed the use of wind as balloons floated in the air, held up with the energy of wind. There were squawkers that make all sorts of noise, and windmills that twirl, and the sounds of voices throughout.
The question of the day was and still is: What is the power under your hood?
I dream of a power that gathers us together as church, as a community of faith that reaches into the community and fulfills the spiritual needs of our neighbors. I dream of a spiritual power that moves us forward in collaboration and hope.
These may seem like lofty words. In reality, I pray that this transition process moves us beyond all that we know and opens our heart and soul to new ways to see and experience and live as church. It means I look forward to the day when we can all gather under one roof and worship, then go back to our own congregations, energized and filled with the spirit of God. I dream of the day that we can all be one in Christ and still have our own sustainable congregations. I pray for the day that we are so wrapped in the love of God that our “I” becomes “we”, and our “they” becomes “we”.
When energized together we take on a mission and form deep and meaningful relationships. These relationships are such that our work has impact and transforming grace that permeates the souls of the people we serve. When this happens connections are made, the spirit works, and we become a spiritual resource or cornerstone in their lives because we planted the seed and the Holy Spirit took it from there.
Let’s follow Joshua 1:9 and be courageous and strong and not discouraged or dismayed because God is with us wherever we go. Know that: God has and will conquer all to make all things new.
My friends… explore the energy under the hood.
–Rev. Jean Vargo
Let Us Know What You Think!
Submit brief articles, committee updates, thank-yous, or photos for us to use in our newsletter or on social media. Please send items to Lois at lois@stpauls-dayton.org. The deadline is every Wednesday at 12:00 noon for Friday publication. If you have questions or suggestions, please let me know. Thank you!
– Jill Davis, Vestry Liaison to Communications
– Jill Davis, Vestry Liaison to Communications
Gratitude Abounds!
Thank you to Steve Ireland, who has agreed to step into the role of Junior Warden for the Vestry.
We are remarkably blessed with parishioners who use their time and talents to provide us with unique opportunities for fellowship. This week we give thanks especially for Betty Coleman and Paul Sampson, who planned and carried out an incredible parish luncheon with the help of hostesses from St. Paul’s, St. Mark’s and Our Savior Lutheran churches. Randy Young provided delicious ice cream for our Pentecost celebration, as well as chocolates for the luncheon!
Shout out to gardeners extraordinaire, Margy Anderson and Sam Davis! Margy added beautiful annuals to the Lytle Garden to create a peaceful oasis. Sam spent several hours weeding and planting annuals in the Kiefaber and front garden beds.
For more photos, please visit St. Paul’s Facebook or Instagram!
For more photos, please visit St. Paul’s Facebook or Instagram!
Parish Life Events
Movie Night – Wednesday, June 10
HIDDEN FIGURES (2016) has been described as "a dazzling piece of entertainment and a window into history." Its characters are based on real life people, a trio of African American math whizzes who happen to be women, and who helped NASA launch the first space mission in the early 1960s.
Join us for dinner at 6:00 p.m., movie at 6:30 and popcorn throughout.
HIDDEN FIGURES (2016) has been described as "a dazzling piece of entertainment and a window into history." Its characters are based on real life people, a trio of African American math whizzes who happen to be women, and who helped NASA launch the first space mission in the early 1960s.
Join us for dinner at 6:00 p.m., movie at 6:30 and popcorn throughout.
A Note of Thanks for Our Community Support
Sue Starner recently received this note from the Destination Imagination team that uses the space at St. Paul’s to practice during the year.
The Five Little Sparks earned Second Place and a special DaVinci Award at DI Global Finals! This milestone success would not have been possible without the wonderful spaces at St. Paul's. It is such a gift for the team to have a safe, warm, dependable place to dream, create, and grow. We recognize this even more after meeting a team from Ukraine that does not have reliable electricity or safe spaces. We are so grateful to the church community for this gift of space and time that makes such an impact in the lives of our students. Please pass along our sincere thanks.
Sue Starner recently received this note from the Destination Imagination team that uses the space at St. Paul’s to practice during the year.
The Five Little Sparks earned Second Place and a special DaVinci Award at DI Global Finals! This milestone success would not have been possible without the wonderful spaces at St. Paul's. It is such a gift for the team to have a safe, warm, dependable place to dream, create, and grow. We recognize this even more after meeting a team from Ukraine that does not have reliable electricity or safe spaces. We are so grateful to the church community for this gift of space and time that makes such an impact in the lives of our students. Please pass along our sincere thanks.
Join the Gem City Cloggers for an introduction to clogging class held on Monday nights in the PaulPit!
Time & Date: Mondays from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. beginning Monday, June 1, 2026.
Location: The PaulPit in the basement of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (enter through the alley door on the east side of the church).
Suggested donation: $10 total for the full 8-week session.
Questions? Contact Kathleen Walters at kcwalters90@gmail.com.
Time & Date: Mondays from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. beginning Monday, June 1, 2026.
Location: The PaulPit in the basement of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (enter through the alley door on the east side of the church).
Suggested donation: $10 total for the full 8-week session.
Questions? Contact Kathleen Walters at kcwalters90@gmail.com.
Summer Drop-in Choir Opportunities
While our adult choir is on recess for the summer, that does not mean the singing has to stop! There are four selected dates in which congregation members are invited to sing as part of the “Drop-in Choir" during the offertory. Rehearsal will take place on each of those mornings, at 9:00 a.m. in the choir room. Mark your calendar and plan to sing with us. No musical training or prior experience is necessary.
6/21/26 (also Father’s Day): The Gift of Love (sung to the tune, “The Water is Wide”)
7/5/26 (Patriotic music will be sung during worship): Let There be Peace on Earth
7/26/26: I’ve Got Peace Like a River
8/30/26: Morning Has Broken
While our adult choir is on recess for the summer, that does not mean the singing has to stop! There are four selected dates in which congregation members are invited to sing as part of the “Drop-in Choir" during the offertory. Rehearsal will take place on each of those mornings, at 9:00 a.m. in the choir room. Mark your calendar and plan to sing with us. No musical training or prior experience is necessary.
6/21/26 (also Father’s Day): The Gift of Love (sung to the tune, “The Water is Wide”)
7/5/26 (Patriotic music will be sung during worship): Let There be Peace on Earth
7/26/26: I’ve Got Peace Like a River
8/30/26: Morning Has Broken
Men’s Group – Kick Off Social Event
It’s BACK!! Yes, the Men’s Group is back, and the initial event will be 6-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. The plan is to conduct a meeting of minds on the last Wednesday of each month. This is purely a social event, no programming, no pressure, no attendance roster. Show up, eat, drink, and be merry! The location will be published in the next newsletter and announced during the service. This group is open to all men of St. Paul’s and St. Mark’s. Feel free to invite your friends! Questions? Please contact St. Paul's Senior Warden, Chris Brandt at cbrandt0619@gmail.com.
It’s BACK!! Yes, the Men’s Group is back, and the initial event will be 6-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. The plan is to conduct a meeting of minds on the last Wednesday of each month. This is purely a social event, no programming, no pressure, no attendance roster. Show up, eat, drink, and be merry! The location will be published in the next newsletter and announced during the service. This group is open to all men of St. Paul’s and St. Mark’s. Feel free to invite your friends! Questions? Please contact St. Paul's Senior Warden, Chris Brandt at cbrandt0619@gmail.com.
Join us for Bible Listening
Sundays at 10:50 a.m. in the Parish Library
Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
(https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84552326439?pwd=05TCyW32UkAdnVdVr1B5LREnmguTr3.1 )
Bible Listening focuses on listening to the voice of God. It is a time to share, and to move from hearing the word of God to acting on it. The scripture from the Sunday lectionary will be utilized.
If you’d like to learn more, please contact Jeff Baldrige or Rev. Jean.
Sundays at 10:50 a.m. in the Parish Library
Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
(https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84552326439?pwd=05TCyW32UkAdnVdVr1B5LREnmguTr3.1 )
Bible Listening focuses on listening to the voice of God. It is a time to share, and to move from hearing the word of God to acting on it. The scripture from the Sunday lectionary will be utilized.
If you’d like to learn more, please contact Jeff Baldrige or Rev. Jean.
St. Paul’s Book Lovers
St. Paul’s Book Lovers is a casual book club that meets in St. Paul’s Library from 1-3:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.
On June 9th we will discuss And Then We Hit a Rock: A Family of Five, a Dog, and a Cat Living on a Sailboat for a Year, by Greg Buenzli. It’s a true story and very funny!
Need more information? Call or text Bee Tanner at (937) 626-3368.
St. Paul’s Book Lovers is a casual book club that meets in St. Paul’s Library from 1-3:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.
On June 9th we will discuss And Then We Hit a Rock: A Family of Five, a Dog, and a Cat Living on a Sailboat for a Year, by Greg Buenzli. It’s a true story and very funny!
Need more information? Call or text Bee Tanner at (937) 626-3368.
Around Our Diocese
Next Week! Vacation Bible School at Christ Episcopal Church
Join friends at Christ Episcopal Church Dayton on June 8th-12th for songs, stories, crafts, games and more at “Peace Like a River” Vacation Bible School for children of all ages and their grownups. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. with programming to follow from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Questions? Please contact Jen Sammons, Director of Children and Youth Ministry at christdaytonsammons@gmail.com.
To register, visit https://daytonchristepiscopal.com/vbs/
Join friends at Christ Episcopal Church Dayton on June 8th-12th for songs, stories, crafts, games and more at “Peace Like a River” Vacation Bible School for children of all ages and their grownups. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. with programming to follow from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Questions? Please contact Jen Sammons, Director of Children and Youth Ministry at christdaytonsammons@gmail.com.
To register, visit https://daytonchristepiscopal.com/vbs/
Local Pride Events
Throughout Pride Month and beyond, Episcopalians throughout the Diocese of Southern Ohio will celebrate Pride together through festivals, parades, special services, and more!
June 6: Dayton Pride Fest, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., St. Clair Street, downtown Dayton
June 27: “Made Good: an Episcopal Celebration of Queer Joy” Pride Brunch & Worship
Christ Episcopal Church Dayton will be hosting their first-ever Pride worship service on Saturday, June 27. Brunch served at 11:00 a.m., service starts at noon. You’re invited to experience fellowship, worship, and communion with a God who is expansively and lavishly welcoming. https://daytonchristepiscopal.com/made-good/
Throughout Pride Month and beyond, Episcopalians throughout the Diocese of Southern Ohio will celebrate Pride together through festivals, parades, special services, and more!
June 6: Dayton Pride Fest, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., St. Clair Street, downtown Dayton
June 27: “Made Good: an Episcopal Celebration of Queer Joy” Pride Brunch & Worship
Christ Episcopal Church Dayton will be hosting their first-ever Pride worship service on Saturday, June 27. Brunch served at 11:00 a.m., service starts at noon. You’re invited to experience fellowship, worship, and communion with a God who is expansively and lavishly welcoming. https://daytonchristepiscopal.com/made-good/
Immigration 101 on Zoom
Are you looking to understand the issue of immigration better? Could you use a refresher on how our immigration system works?
Join Episcopalians from across the diocese for an online training led by Samatha Searls of Ignite Peace, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit that educates and advocates for peace, challenges unjust systems, and promotes the creation of a nonviolent society.
Immigration 101 is an interactive presentation explaining how the immigration system works (and doesn't work!). We'll define basic terms, see examples in local stories and discuss current events and challenges facing the immigrant community in Ohio.
Questions about this event? Contact the Rev. Gerardo Romo Garcia, missioner for Latino ministry, at gromo@diosohio.org.
Date & Location: Thursday, July 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BTuBtt71T5egqJRiHswIRA#/registration
This event is free for everyone and takes place on Zoom.
Are you looking to understand the issue of immigration better? Could you use a refresher on how our immigration system works?
Join Episcopalians from across the diocese for an online training led by Samatha Searls of Ignite Peace, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit that educates and advocates for peace, challenges unjust systems, and promotes the creation of a nonviolent society.
Immigration 101 is an interactive presentation explaining how the immigration system works (and doesn't work!). We'll define basic terms, see examples in local stories and discuss current events and challenges facing the immigrant community in Ohio.
Questions about this event? Contact the Rev. Gerardo Romo Garcia, missioner for Latino ministry, at gromo@diosohio.org.
Date & Location: Thursday, July 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BTuBtt71T5egqJRiHswIRA#/registration
This event is free for everyone and takes place on Zoom.
These are a sample of the events offered by our Diocese. Registration for these events and more is available on the diocesan website, https://diosohio.org/news/
Ongoing Outreach Opportunities
Socks for Tots
Socks for Tots benefits homeless preschool children at St. Vincent de Paul’s homeless shelter. They are ages 2 - 6 years old. Add your donations to the box in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact Cathy Fain. Thank you!
Socks for Tots benefits homeless preschool children at St. Vincent de Paul’s homeless shelter. They are ages 2 - 6 years old. Add your donations to the box in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact Cathy Fain. Thank you!
LIONS Recycle For Sight…and St. Paul’s Helps!
Do you have old or extra eyeglasses you no longer use? Please bring them to St. Paul's and deposit them in the Lions Club box in the Narthex. This will be an ongoing opportunity to help others! Thank you!
Do you have old or extra eyeglasses you no longer use? Please bring them to St. Paul's and deposit them in the Lions Club box in the Narthex. This will be an ongoing opportunity to help others! Thank you!
Request From the Procter Center
The Procter Center Farm is requesting donations of empty dozen-egg cartons to support their work. They can reuse your clean, old egg cartons for selling free range chicken eggs at markets. The farm is a production and educational, six-acre, diversified vegetable and livestock farm in central Ohio and is part of the ministry of the Diocese of Southern Ohio.
If you’d like to donate your clean dozen-egg cartons, please drop them on the table next to the library off the Parish Hall. Senior Warden Chris Brandt will take them to the Procter Center and is available to answer any questions!
The Procter Center Farm is requesting donations of empty dozen-egg cartons to support their work. They can reuse your clean, old egg cartons for selling free range chicken eggs at markets. The farm is a production and educational, six-acre, diversified vegetable and livestock farm in central Ohio and is part of the ministry of the Diocese of Southern Ohio.
If you’d like to donate your clean dozen-egg cartons, please drop them on the table next to the library off the Parish Hall. Senior Warden Chris Brandt will take them to the Procter Center and is available to answer any questions!
Food Bank Donations - Your Efforts Make a Difference!
The bees, butterflies, moths, and Hummingbirds have started their pollination dance at the Canterbury Court Butterfly Garden for the 2026 summer season. They need your help to provide the food and nesting habitat
The bees, butterflies, moths, and Hummingbirds have started their pollination dance at the Canterbury Court Butterfly Garden for the 2026 summer season. They need your help to provide the food and nesting habitat
vestry meeting Minutes
The Vestry is eager to establish better communication with the Parish, and will be making the minutes to Vestry meetings more accessible. Prior meeting minutes are posted on the St. Paul's website, click HERE to view. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your Wardens and Vestry members with any questions.
Financial Report
The Financial Executive Summary for March 2026 from Finance Chair Randy Young is below.
Diocese of Southern Ohio eConnections Newsletter
Keep up with what is happening in the Diocese of Southern Ohio by subscribing to their eConnections Newsletter! It is published every other Tuesday and is filled with news, events, and opportunities around the Diocese and beyond.
June Birthdays
Celebrate our June birthdays!
Barb Rodabaugh 06/02
Chuck Rodabaugh 06/04
Dana Cunningham 06/05
Peggy Juergens 06/06
Ellen Walters 06/10
Chris Brandt 06/19
Bee Tanner 06/19
Elizabeth Theobald Horner 06/23
Maureen Evans 06/27
Tom Stephens 06/27
Cathy Kremmel 06/28
Barb Rodabaugh 06/02
Chuck Rodabaugh 06/04
Dana Cunningham 06/05
Peggy Juergens 06/06
Ellen Walters 06/10
Chris Brandt 06/19
Bee Tanner 06/19
Elizabeth Theobald Horner 06/23
Maureen Evans 06/27
Tom Stephens 06/27
Cathy Kremmel 06/28