Looking Ahead–Worship Services and Events
(All services with St. Mark’s are held at 10:00 a.m.)
Wednesdays at NOON - Deadline for this newsletter. Please send submissions to lois@stpauls-dayton.org
THIS SUNDAY, August 2, St. Mark’s, 10:00 a.m. - Joint Outreach Project and Worship Service at St. Mark's. Join us for the Blessing of the Scissors! PLEASE NOTE: There will be no service at St. Paul’s on August 2nd.
Sunday, August 9, 9:30 a.m. - The Rev. Melanie Slane, Transition Minister for the Diocese of Southern Ohio, will be our celebrant and guest preacher. Celebrate St. Paul's August birthdays during the Coffee Hour.
Sunday, August 16, 9:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer at St. Paul's. The Rev. Melanie Slane will preach at St. Mark's at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 4 - Outdoor Worship Service & Pet Blessing with St. Mark's - 10:00 a.m. Location to be determined.
THIS SUNDAY, August 2, St. Mark’s, 10:00 a.m. - Joint Outreach Project and Worship Service at St. Mark's. Join us for the Blessing of the Scissors! PLEASE NOTE: There will be no service at St. Paul’s on August 2nd.
Sunday, August 9, 9:30 a.m. - The Rev. Melanie Slane, Transition Minister for the Diocese of Southern Ohio, will be our celebrant and guest preacher. Celebrate St. Paul's August birthdays during the Coffee Hour.
Sunday, August 16, 9:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer at St. Paul's. The Rev. Melanie Slane will preach at St. Mark's at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 4 - Outdoor Worship Service & Pet Blessing with St. Mark's - 10:00 a.m. Location to be determined.
Building Community through Transition
August 9 – Coffee Hour with The Rev. Melanie Slane!
The Rev. Melanie Slane, the DSO Transition Minister, will preach at St. Paul’s on Aug. 9, and ALL parishioners are invited to meet with her in the Parish Hall following the service. She will address the next steps needed in the transition process to call a new rector or priest-in-charge. She wants to hear from YOU: What do you think is going well so far? What challenges and concerns do you have? What are your hopes for the future of our parish? We need your presence and input during this meeting, as they are very important to the future of our parish.
The Rev. Melanie Slane, the DSO Transition Minister, will preach at St. Paul’s on Aug. 9, and ALL parishioners are invited to meet with her in the Parish Hall following the service. She will address the next steps needed in the transition process to call a new rector or priest-in-charge. She wants to hear from YOU: What do you think is going well so far? What challenges and concerns do you have? What are your hopes for the future of our parish? We need your presence and input during this meeting, as they are very important to the future of our parish.
Summer Time!
It’s summertime – but please don’t let your pledge go on vacation! While we may be enjoying the warm weather and taking trips, the ministries, outreach, and everyday expenses of the church continue to roll in. Please keep your pledge giving up to date… or even send your giving in advance! Thank you!
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.”― Kathy Calvin
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.”― Kathy Calvin
Parish Life Events
Summer Drop-in Choir Opportunities
The drop-in choir has been a great success so far this summer. On Sunday we had the largest attendance to date, with nine people filling the choir stalls to sing “Peace Like a River” during the offertory. It was wonderful to hear
everyone’s voices, both in the choir stalls and out in the congregation.
Thank you to all who participated! If you missed this one, there is still one remaining before the choir season starts back up in the fall. It will be on August 30th and we will sing “Morning Has Broken.” Please consider joining us that morning.
Here is a sneak preview of some of the upcoming special music offerings for the remainder of the summer:
August 9: Healing River by Christopher Roy Grundy… vocal solo
August 16: Ave Maria by Franz Schubert… vocal solo
August 23: Title to be announced, accordion solo played by Charlie Campbell
August 30: Morning Has Broken, sung by the drop-in choir
September 6: Mit Staunen sieht das Wunderwerk from Haydn’s “Creation”… soprano solo sung by Cynthia Schindler
The drop-in choir has been a great success so far this summer. On Sunday we had the largest attendance to date, with nine people filling the choir stalls to sing “Peace Like a River” during the offertory. It was wonderful to hear
everyone’s voices, both in the choir stalls and out in the congregation.
Thank you to all who participated! If you missed this one, there is still one remaining before the choir season starts back up in the fall. It will be on August 30th and we will sing “Morning Has Broken.” Please consider joining us that morning.
Here is a sneak preview of some of the upcoming special music offerings for the remainder of the summer:
August 9: Healing River by Christopher Roy Grundy… vocal solo
August 16: Ave Maria by Franz Schubert… vocal solo
August 23: Title to be announced, accordion solo played by Charlie Campbell
August 30: Morning Has Broken, sung by the drop-in choir
September 6: Mit Staunen sieht das Wunderwerk from Haydn’s “Creation”… soprano solo sung by Cynthia Schindler
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.
Ongoing Outreach Opportunities
The Weeds Are Winning and We Need Your Help!
The hot, dry weather has been a boon to our lovely summer flowers, but it also has encouraged their nemesis–weeds around the church and the rental property are prolific. If you are able to offer an hour or two to help clean up your favorite flower bed, please contact Sam Davis and he’ll help you get started (rsam.davis@sbcglobal.net or 937-287-9091). Thank you!
The hot, dry weather has been a boon to our lovely summer flowers, but it also has encouraged their nemesis–weeds around the church and the rental property are prolific. If you are able to offer an hour or two to help clean up your favorite flower bed, please contact Sam Davis and he’ll help you get started (rsam.davis@sbcglobal.net or 937-287-9091). Thank you!
Properties Committee Meeting
Thank you to those who stepped up to offer help with the ongoing maintenance of the St. Paul's Properties. We will meet on Monday, August 3, at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Library to discuss the scope of work and how this group will operate moving forward. If you didn't reach out, but still have an interest in helping the cause, please come to the meeting or contact Sam Davis (rsam.davis@sbcglobal.net or 937-287-9091). Thank you!
Thank you to those who stepped up to offer help with the ongoing maintenance of the St. Paul's Properties. We will meet on Monday, August 3, at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Library to discuss the scope of work and how this group will operate moving forward. If you didn't reach out, but still have an interest in helping the cause, please come to the meeting or contact Sam Davis (rsam.davis@sbcglobal.net or 937-287-9091). Thank you!
Socks for Everyone
St. Vincent de Paul’s homeless shelter needs socks of all sizes for their clients. Please add your donations to the box in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact Cathy Fain. Thank you!
St. Vincent de Paul’s homeless shelter needs socks of all sizes for their clients. Please 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!
Egg Cartons for the Procter Center
Please place your clean dozen-egg cartons on the table next to the library off the Parish Hall.
Please place your clean dozen-egg cartons on the table next to the library off the Parish Hall.
Food Bank Donations - Your Efforts Make a Difference!
Please place filled yellow donation bags in the wagon in the Narthex.
Questions? Please contact Diane Labrie.
Please place filled yellow donation bags in the wagon in the Narthex.
Questions? Please contact Diane Labrie.
Around the Diocese of Southern Ohio
Ongoing: Nominations Open for Convention Elections. More information at https://diosohio.org/offices-for-election/
Ongoing: On the first Thursday of each month from June through November, The Episcopal Church's Public Policy and Witness team will host a series of “Vote Faithfully” ZOOM calls to support voter engagement in ways consistent with Episcopal values. More information at https://episcopalnewsservice.org/2026/06/02/episcopalians-called-to-vote-faithfully-as-church-renews-expands-election-engagement-efforts/
Ongoing: On the first Thursday of each month from June through November, The Episcopal Church's Public Policy and Witness team will host a series of “Vote Faithfully” ZOOM calls to support voter engagement in ways consistent with Episcopal values. More information at https://episcopalnewsservice.org/2026/06/02/episcopalians-called-to-vote-faithfully-as-church-renews-expands-election-engagement-efforts/
July 29 - Aug. 1 Family Camp III at Procter Center. Register.
Aug. 2-5 Primary Camp at Procter Center. Register.
Aug. 2 Seating of the Rev. Aaron Rogers as Canon for Ministry at St. Margaret's, Trotwood, 3 pm. Clergy choir dress with white stoles. Info.
Aug. 7-8 Pop-Up Procter Alumni Campover at Procter. Info.
Aug. 8 Scoops and Songs: End of Camp celebration at Procter, 3 to 6 pm. Info.
Aug. 12, 19, 26 Dismantling Racism training, 6-8 pm. Registration full. Waiting list.
Aug. 15 In-person Safe Church Training at St. Anne, West Chester, 1 to 4 pm. Register.
Aug. 22 In-person Safe Church Training at St. Peter's, Gallipolis, 1 to 4 pm. Register.
Aug. 23-28 College for Congregational Development at Procter Center. Waiting list.
Sept. 4-6 Women's Camp at Procter Center. Register.
Sept. 8, 15, 22 Dismantling Racism training, 1 to 3 pm. Registration full. Waiting list.
Sept. 9 Society of St. Simeon and St. Anna induction ceremony and luncheon at Procter Center, 11 am. Info.
Sept. 18-19 Bias Summit at Procter Center. Info.
Sept. 19 In-person Safe Church training at Trinity, Newark, 1 to 4 pm. Register.
Sept. 23-26 Episcopal Creation Care Gathering at Procter Center. Info.
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/
vestry meeting Minutes
Prior meeting minutes are posted on the St. Paul's website, click HERE o view. The Vestry meets at 6:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. Our next meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on August 19. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your Wardens and Vestry members with any questions.
Financial Report
The Financial Executive Summary for May 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.
August Birthdays
Celebrate our August birthdays
(Please note: the August birthday celebration will take place on August 9.)
Diane Labrie 08/04
Lauren Meador 08/04
Cathy Fain 08/11
Jamie Anderson 08/12
Tab Kiefaber 08/12
Margaret Sampson 08/14
Paul Sampson 08/14
Bill Butt Jr. 08/16
Tom Burns 08/19
Will Mansfield 08/19
Benjamin Barrentine 08/25
(Please note: the August birthday celebration will take place on August 9.)
Diane Labrie 08/04
Lauren Meador 08/04
Cathy Fain 08/11
Jamie Anderson 08/12
Tab Kiefaber 08/12
Margaret Sampson 08/14
Paul Sampson 08/14
Bill Butt Jr. 08/16
Tom Burns 08/19
Will Mansfield 08/19
Benjamin Barrentine 08/25