Please note: St. Paul’s church office will be closed today, September 5, and Monday, September 8
NEW WORSHIP SCHEDULE
This Sunday, September 7, we will have Morning Prayer at 10:00 a.m., led by Deacon Otto Anderson. Healing Ministry will be offered directly after the Morning Prayer service this Sunday. Parishioners wishing to partake of this ministry may make their way over to the side altar during the recessional hymn.
Next Sunday, September 14, we will celebrate Holy Eucharist at 10:00 a.m., led by Rev. Vargo.
On Sunday, September 21, we will begin our new worship schedule!
CELEBRATE….
Beginning Sunday, September 21, THE HOLY EUCHARIST WILL BE CELEBRATED EVERY SUNDAY AT both St. Paul’s and St. Mark’s. All parishioners are invited to attend whichever service fits their schedule best.
8:45 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship with Rev. Vargo at St. Paul’s
9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Paul’s, led by Rev. Vargo
10:30 a.m. Education and Fellowship at St. Mark’s
11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Mark’s, led by Rev. Vargo
Next Sunday, September 14, we will celebrate Holy Eucharist at 10:00 a.m., led by Rev. Vargo.
On Sunday, September 21, we will begin our new worship schedule!
CELEBRATE….
Beginning Sunday, September 21, THE HOLY EUCHARIST WILL BE CELEBRATED EVERY SUNDAY AT both St. Paul’s and St. Mark’s. All parishioners are invited to attend whichever service fits their schedule best.
8:45 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship with Rev. Vargo at St. Paul’s
9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Paul’s, led by Rev. Vargo
10:30 a.m. Education and Fellowship at St. Mark’s
11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist at St. Mark’s, led by Rev. Vargo
A Message From interim rector jean vargo
Dear Church,
Pray and let your prayers have feet. When we put action to our prayer there is hope, and strength, and grace. As we navigate the world as disciples of our Lord Jesus let us do so with mercy and with humility. Let us discover ways to live and love like Jesus. That is – let us learn anew how to listen with compassion, support with empathy, and build relationships of grace and mercy.
As we move forward let us Be the Church in our daily lives. As we have picnics and fellowship and outreach, and as we worship, let us look around and see who is missing. Then text, email, or give a ring and let them know how much you missed them and that you prayed for them. And in the end share what St. Paul’s means to you.
Have a blessed week.
Rev. Jean Vargo+
Pray and let your prayers have feet. When we put action to our prayer there is hope, and strength, and grace. As we navigate the world as disciples of our Lord Jesus let us do so with mercy and with humility. Let us discover ways to live and love like Jesus. That is – let us learn anew how to listen with compassion, support with empathy, and build relationships of grace and mercy.
As we move forward let us Be the Church in our daily lives. As we have picnics and fellowship and outreach, and as we worship, let us look around and see who is missing. Then text, email, or give a ring and let them know how much you missed them and that you prayed for them. And in the end share what St. Paul’s means to you.
Have a blessed week.
Rev. Jean Vargo+
Music news
The ’25-’26 choral season starts this Sunday, September 7, following the Morning Prayer service, with rehearsal taking place downstairs in the choir room. Rehearsal will start at approximately 11:15 a.m. Any interested singer is welcome, and, while helpful, it is not a requirement that you be able to read music. The choir will start singing for services again on Sunday, September 14. Please e-mail Cara Whitby if you have any additional questions: cara@stpauls-dayton.org
Parish Life Events
Join St. Mark's for Games Night
456 Woodman Drive, Dayton 45431
Friday, Sept. 19, 6-9pm
Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of board games, card games, and kids’ games! There will be lots of games here, and you’re welcome to bring your own favorite. (The Dominoes Gang is always looking for new players!) Pizza and snacks will be provided; contributions welcome. Questions? Contact TJ at TJWalch@gmail.com.
456 Woodman Drive, Dayton 45431
Friday, Sept. 19, 6-9pm
Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of board games, card games, and kids’ games! There will be lots of games here, and you’re welcome to bring your own favorite. (The Dominoes Gang is always looking for new players!) Pizza and snacks will be provided; contributions welcome. Questions? Contact TJ at TJWalch@gmail.com.
Young Adult Group
Our brothers and sisters at Christ Episcopal Church in downtown Dayton have invited us to join in their newly formed Young Adults Group! Friends in their 20s and 30s are invited to meet monthly for fun, fellowship, and to grow in their faith together. Last week, several couples and individuals from Christ Church and beyond met at Trolley Stop in the Oregon District where they played trivia and enjoyed each other’s company.
Interested in joining in the fun? Contact the Christ Church office at 937-223-2239.
Our brothers and sisters at Christ Episcopal Church in downtown Dayton have invited us to join in their newly formed Young Adults Group! Friends in their 20s and 30s are invited to meet monthly for fun, fellowship, and to grow in their faith together. Last week, several couples and individuals from Christ Church and beyond met at Trolley Stop in the Oregon District where they played trivia and enjoyed each other’s company.
Interested in joining in the fun? Contact the Christ Church office at 937-223-2239.
New Outreach Opportunity
Canterbury Court needs volunteers for an upcoming resident activity.
September 19 – 1:30 - 4:00 pm – Help with the Country Hoedown party. You can come dressed in western or country attire if you want. This event should be a fun time for residents and volunteers!
Please contact Nancy Downey at 937-609-2234 if you can help with this event.
September 19 – 1:30 - 4:00 pm – Help with the Country Hoedown party. You can come dressed in western or country attire if you want. This event should be a fun time for residents and volunteers!
Please contact Nancy Downey at 937-609-2234 if you can help with this event.
Ongoing Outreach Opportunities
Food Bank Donations - Your Efforts Make a Difference!
Please continue to fill yellow donation bags with food (no glass jars please) and personal care items and bring them to church to be blessed and delivered to the Food Bank. If you'd like to see the difference being made (it is astounding!), please go to the Food Bank's website: thefoodbankdayton.org 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. Vestry member 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. Vestry member Chris Brandt will take them to the Procter Center and is available to answer any questions!
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!
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 June 2025 from Finance Chair Randy Young:
September Birthdays
Happy Birthday to those born in the month of September!
William (Bill) Draper 09/01
Lauren Kwik 09/03
Joan (Joey) Thiele 09/06
Michael (Mike) Miller 09/09
Susan Durnbaugh 09/11
Mary Ann (Molly) Cobb 09/17
Kelly Brandt 09/19
Shea Sampson 09/19
Barbara O’Hara 09/21
Laura Walters 09/23
Emmaline Barrentine 09/25
Micky Neben 09/25
Kathleen Walters 09/29
Suzanne Draper 09/30
William (Bill) Draper 09/01
Lauren Kwik 09/03
Joan (Joey) Thiele 09/06
Michael (Mike) Miller 09/09
Susan Durnbaugh 09/11
Mary Ann (Molly) Cobb 09/17
Kelly Brandt 09/19
Shea Sampson 09/19
Barbara O’Hara 09/21
Laura Walters 09/23
Emmaline Barrentine 09/25
Micky Neben 09/25
Kathleen Walters 09/29
Suzanne Draper 09/30