PRELUDE “Kimm, Heiliger Geist, Herr Gott” George Philipp Teleman
OPENING HYMN “Hail Thee, Festival Day” Hymnal #225
Hail thee, festival day!
blest day that art hallowed for ever,
day when the Holy Ghost
shone in the world with God’s grace.
1 Lo, in the likeness of fire, on those who await his appearing,
he whom the Lord foretold suddenly, swiftly, descends:
Refrain
2 Forth from the Father he comes with sevenfold mystical offering,
pouring on all human souls infinite riches of God:
Refrain
3 Hark! for in myriad tongues Christ’s own, his chosen apostles,
preach to the ends of the earth Christ and his wonderful works:
Refrain
4 Praise to the Spirit of Life, all praise to the fount of our being,
light that dost lighten all, life that in all dost abide:
Refrain
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen.
People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Celebrant
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets
are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that
we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our
Lord. Amen
HYMN OF PRAISE “Canticle 13” Hymn #S236
1. Glory to you, Lord God of our Fathers;
you are worthy of praise; glory to you.
2. Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name;
we will praise you and highly exalt you forever.
3. Glory to you in the splendor of your temple;
on the throne of your majesty, Glory to you.
4. Glory to you seated before the Cheribim;
we will praise you and highly exalt you forever.
5. Glory to you beholding the depths;
in the high vault of heaven. Glory to you.
6. Glory to you Father, Son, and Holy Spirit;
we will highly exalt you forever.
FIRST LESSON Numbers 11:24-30 A Reading from Numbers
Moses went out and told the people the words of the Lord; and he gathered seventy
elders of the people, and placed them all around the tent. Then the Lord
came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and took some of the spirit
that was on him and put it on the seventy elders; and when the spirit rested upon
them, they prophesied. But they did not do so again.
Two men remained in the camp, one named Eldad, and the other named Medad,
and the spirit rested on them; they were among those registered, but they had not
gone out to the tent, and so they prophesied in the camp. And a young man ran
and told Moses, “Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp.” And Joshua
son of Nun, the assistant of Moses, one of his chosen men, said, “My lord Moses,
stop them!” But Moses said to him, “Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all
the Lord’s people were prophets, and that the Lord would put his spirit on them!”
And Moses and the elders of Israel returned to the camp.
The Word of the Lord Response: Thanks be to God.
PSALM Psalm 104:25-35, 37 Read responsively by whole verse.
25 O Lord, how manifold are your works! *
in wisdom you have made them all;
the earth is full of your creatures.
26 Yonder is the great and wide sea
with its living things too many to number, *
creatures both small and great.
27 There move the ships,
and there is that Leviathan, *
which you have made for the sport of it.
28 All of them look to you *
to give them their food in due season.
29 You give it to them; they gather it; *
you open your hand, and they are filled with good things.
30 You hide your face, and they are terrified; *
you take away their breath,
and they die and return to their dust.
31 You send forth your Spirit, and they are created; *
and so you renew the face of the earth.
32 May the glory of the Lord endure for ever; *
may the Lord rejoice in all his works.
33 He looks at the earth and it trembles; *
he touches the mountains and they smoke.
34 I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; *
I will praise my God while I have my being.
35 May these words of mine please him; *
I will rejoice in the Lord.
37 Bless the Lord, O my soul. *
Hallelujah! Let God arise, and let his enemies be scattered; *
let those who hate him flee before him.
EPISTLE Acts 2:1-21 A Reading from the Acts of the Apostles
When the day of Pentecost had come, the disciples were all together in one
place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent
wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of
fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them
were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the
Spirit gave them ability.
Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem.
And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one
heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished,
they asked, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we
hear, each of us, in our own native language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and
residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and
Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from
Rome, both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs– in our own languages we
hear them speaking about God’s deeds of power.” All were amazed and per7
plexed, saying to one another, “What does this mean?” But others sneered and
said, “They are filled with new wine.”
But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them, “Men
of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to
what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o’clock
in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel:
`In the last days it will be, God declares,
that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh,
and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,
and your young men shall see visions,
and your old men shall dream dreams.
Even upon my slaves, both men and women,
in those days I will pour out my Spirit;
and they shall prophesy.
And I will show portents in the heaven above
and signs on the earth below,
blood, and fire, and smoky mist.
The sun shall be turned to darkness
and the moon to blood,
before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day.
Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’ “
The Word of the Lord Response: Thanks be to God.
GRADUAL “O Spirit of Life” Hymn #505
1 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God,
in every need thou bringest aid;
thou comest forth from God’s great throne,
from God, the Father and the Son;
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God.
2 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God,
increase our faith in our dear Lord;
unless thy grace the power should give,
none can believe in Christ and live;
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God.
3 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God,
make us to love thy sacred word;
the holy flame of love impart,
that charity may warm each heart;
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God.
4 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God,
enlighten us by that same word;
teach us to know the Father’s love,
and his dear Son, who reigns above;
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God.
GOSPEL John 7:37-39
Deacon or Priest: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John
People: Glory to you Lord Christ.
On the last day of the festival, the great day, while Jesus was standing there, he
cried out, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me, and let the one who believes in
me drink. As the scripture has said, ‘Out of the believer’s heart shall flow rivers of
living water.’” Now he said this about the Spirit, which believers in him were to receive;
for as yet there was no Spirit, because Jesus was not yet glorified.
The Gospel of the Lord. Response: Praise to you Lord Christ
SERMON Rev. Cricket Park
THE NICENE CREED
We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God,
begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin
Mary, and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death
and was buried.
On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the
Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come.
Amen.
THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
The celebration continues with the Prayers of the People. The Leader and People
pray responsively
Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church;
That we all may be one.
Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;
That your Name may be glorified by all people.
We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;
That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
That our works may find favor in your sight.
Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
That they may be delivered from their distress.
Give to the departed eternal rest.
Let light perpetual shine upon them.
We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy;
May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Silence
Celebrant: O Judge of the nations, we remember before you with grateful hearts the
people of our country who in the day of decision ventured much for the liberties we
now enjoy. Grant that we may not rest until all the people of this land share the benefits
of true freedom and gladly accept its disciplines. This we ask in the Name of
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE PEACE
Celebrant: The Peace of the Lord be always with you.
Response: And also with you.
Please greet one another with a sign of peace.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
OFFERTORY ANTHEM
“Come Holy Spirit, Fill with Power” by Lani Smith; sung by Laura Leach.
OFFERTORY/PRESENTATION OF GIFTS
The Celebrant will invite the congregation to participate in the offering with a sentence
of scripture. As the ushers bring the gifts to the altar, please sing the following:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below;
Praise God above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Sung or said responsively…
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give him thanks and praise.
The people stand or kneel. Then the Celebrant continues
It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living
and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before time and for ever.
Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your
blessing; you created them to rejoice in the splendor of your radiance.
Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding
the glory of your presence, they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them,
and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your
Name, as we sing (say),
SANCTUS HYMN S128
All: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
The people stand or kneel. The Celebrant continues
We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom
and love. You formed us in your own image, giving the whole world into our care, so
that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your creatures.
When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of
death. In your mercy you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you.
Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and through the prophets you
taught us to hope for salvation.
Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son
to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one
of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners,
freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death;
and, rising from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new.
And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us,
he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in
the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all.
When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having
loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them
he took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his
disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the
remembrance of me.”
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to
them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is
shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink
it, do this for the remembrance of me.”
Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ’s death
and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your
right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have
given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.
Celebrant and People
We praise you, we bless you,
we give thanks to you,
and we pray to you, Lord our God.
The Celebrant continues
Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon
us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your
holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood
of your Son Jesus Christ.
Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a
living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your Name.
Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood
of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace.
And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs,
matriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, with Mark and all the saints who
have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give
you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty
God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. AMEN.
As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be
done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and
deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now
and forever. Amen.
THE FRACTION/THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD Hymn #875
Be known to us Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread
Be known to us Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread
The bread which we break alleluia is the communion of the body of Christ
Be known to us Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread
One body are we alleluia for though many we share one bread
Be known to us Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread
(The disciples knew the Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread.)
INVITATION TO COMMUNION:
Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God.
COMMUNION HYMN “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart” LEVAS #119
1. Spirit of God, descend upon my heart;
Wean it from earth; through all its pulses move.
Stoop to my weakness, mighty as Thou art,
And make me love Thee as I ought to love.
2. Hast Thou not bid me love Thee, God and King?
All, all Thine own, soul, heart and strength and mind.
I see Thy cross; there teach my heart to cling:
Oh, let me seek Thee, and, oh, let me find!
3. Teach me to feel that Thou art always nigh;
Teach me the struggles of the soul to bear,
To check the rising doubt, the rebel sigh;
Teach me the patience of unanswered prayer.
4.Teach me to love Thee as Thine angels love,
One holy passion filling all my frame;
The kindling of the heav’n-descended Dove,
My heart an altar, and Thy love the flame.
POST COMMUNION PRAYER
Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual
Food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus
Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members
of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom.
And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love
and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord . To him, to you, and to
the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
THE BLESSING
RECESSIONAL HYMN “Spirit Divine, Attend Our Prayers” Hymn #509
DISMISSAL
The congregation is dismissed.
People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE “March in G” John Lee
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Ministers for May 28, 2023
Acolytes: Gabriel Walch and Elizabeth Reuter
Lay Readers: Susan Kendall and Gary Welch
Chalice Bearers: Jim Rudd and Kendall Rubino
Tech Table: Gary Welch
Ushers: Jim Rudd and Dave Reuter
Counters: Jim Rudd and Dave Reuter
Open/Close: Welch/Rudd
Coffee Hour: Ginny Tuxhorn
Ministers for June 5, 2023
Altar Guild: Katherine Wagner and Elizabeth Wagner-Weber
Acolytes: Gary and Stephanie Welch
Lay Readers: Jackie Hoskinson and Judy Rudd
Chalice Bearers: Carol Williamson and Elizabeth Wagner-Weber
Tech Table: TJ Walch
Ushers: Carol Williamson and Tony Rubino
Counters: Carol Nancarrow and Mary-Anna Welch
Open/Close: ??/Rubino
Coffee Hour: ??
Adult Formation: What Episcopalians Need to Know about the Prayer Book
We use bulletins on Sunday to make visitors feel more welcome and to help those
who have vision or mobility issues worship more easily. The Book of Common Prayer
is a theological gem that is largely unexamined by those in the pews. Join Rev. Cricket
over the next several weeks to learn about the treasure we call the “BCP”.
Safe Church Training—Time to Renew
The Formation office asks that all priests and rectors works with staff, vestry members,
treasurers, convention delegates, church staff, licensed and lay leadership, key
holders, and children’s ministers/volunteers to be compliant with Safe Church and Anti
-Racism training as soon as possible. Safe Church Training is done online through
Praesidium. Go to diosohio.org/safe-church-training/ and create your account to be
able to take the courses. Questions: email Emma Helms-Steinmetz (ehelmssteinmetz@
diosohio.org )
Softball has begun!
Cheer on the St. Mark’s team at Fairfield Ball Park, 627 N. Broad St., Fairborn, OH
- Dates and times are below in the Calendar.
From Senior Warden Libby Nicholson:
I heard this evening from Mark Miles, now living in Florida. The Miles family were
longtime members of St. Mark’s. Mark, not able to live independently, moved to Florida
several years ago to live with his sister, Jan. Mark is very conscientious checking in
by phone with old friends from church. His older brother, Dave, recently passed away
in Indiana. Mark wanted folks to know that “Dave is in a better place.” Mark also wanted
his friends to know he recently celebrated his 70th birthday! He asked that his contact
info be shared so others could reach out to him, if they wish to:
Mark Miles and Jan Karody
1400 Eagle Flight Way
North Port, FL 34287
937-479-6129
2023 Procter Center Farm CSA Program
This is our 7th year providing easy access to fresh, local produce at a good price! Join our
Procter Center Farm 2023 CSA Program!
CSA stands for community supported agriculture. CSA is a way for consumers and farmers to
join together in support of local agriculture. Members purchase a share of the farm’s harvest,
in advance of the growing season. In return, members receive a weekly supply of high-quality,
locally grown, fresh produce and products.
Members of our Vegetable CSA are given a weekly share (a box) of vegetables, herbs, and sea-
sonal specialƟes. Some members will also select to include our Meat CSA, which provides
them with cuts from our pasture-raised, high quality pork and chicken.
Procter Center Farm offers two different types, and two different sizes of CSAs: a full-share or
half-share Vegetable CSA, and a full-share or half-share Meat CSA.
June 10th to September 30th, the Procter Center Farm CSA will run for 16 weeks. Each week,
members also receive a CSA NewsleƩer, which includes fun facts, updates about the farm,
helpful recipes and more!
Many of our members come back annually! Join us, as we conƟnue to successfully provide the
community with fresh foods and goods. *Become a member by compleƟng this online form
and providing payment to Procter Center.
*CSA membership is limited to 30 Vegetable Shares and 15 Meat Shares.
Mark your Calendar:
May 28, Pentecost and Memorial Day weekend
May 30, Softball at Fairfield Park (vs. Central Ave Church of Christ) 7:15pm
June 3, Dayton Pride Festival
June 4, Trinity Sunday
June 6, Softball at Fairfield Park (vs. Mary Help of Christians) 7:15pm
Dayton-area Episcopal churches will march in the Pride
Parade and host a booth at Dayton’s Pride Festival on June
3rd and we need your help! Booth set up is at 10am on
Courthouse Square. Volunteer shifts of one hour begin at
noon and end at 4pm. Lots of folks are
needed to march in the parade, which
starts at Cooper Park, winds through
Downtown Dayton, ending at
Courthouse Square. At 4:30pm,
willing hands are needed to teardown and clean up the booth.
If you’re interested in volunteering at the booth or marching in
the parade, contact Katherine Wagner or use the QR code at
right.
St. Mark’s is a parish in the Diocese of Southern Ohio, which is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The diocese is currently in a search for its next Bishop.
Vestry
Libby Nicholson, Senior Warden
Kendall Rubino, Junior Warden
Fred Berta
Jackie Hoskinson
Patricia Tallman
Elizabeth Wagner-Weber
Jenna Walch
Don Nancarrow, Treasurer
Dave Reuter, Recorder
Interim Rector
Rev. Cricket Park st_marks@ameritech.net;
Office Hours by appointment. 937-256-1082
Our Mission Statement:
“We gather for worship, education and mutual support;
welcome all people; and serve the community in God’s name”.
A prayer for St. Mark’s in a time of transition
O Lord, Father of life and change, of new and old: You gifted us with abilities to speak and listen, to hear and decide, to choose and know. We thank you for teaching us how to used these abilities, though we must at times remember to combine them with patience. Remind us to speak with kindness, to listen to understand, to hear all voices, to decide on what is just and true, to choose the path of peace, and to know we are not alone. Be with us in this time of transition, that it is as effective as it is unsettling, as comforting as it is confusing. And never leave our side on the journey ahead, as we strive for an unknown destination. In the name of your Son Jesus, who walks alongside us, we pray. Amen.
(written by Elizabeth Wagner-Weber)
The Rev. Cricket Park, Interim Priest-in-Charge
Libby Nicholson – Senior Warden; Kendall Rubino – Junior Warden,
Donna Larsen, Music Director/Organist,
musicdirector@stmarksdayton.org
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
456 Woodman Drive
Dayton, OH 45431
Email: st_marks@ameritech.net
Office Phone: 937-256-1082
Resources:
Website: https://stmarksdayton.org,
Facebook: St Mark’s Episcopal Church, Dayton OH
Instagram: St Mark’s Dayton
Licensing for music use and streaming:
One License – #A-740839: Annual license with podcasting;
B – 26 to 100 average weekend attendance.
To read a copy of the latest Vestry Minutes, click HERE.
(NOTE: Password Protected.)
For more announcements, click HERE.
Dave Reuter – Webmaster
webmaster@stmarksdayton.org
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St. Mark’s is a parish in the Diocese of Southern Ohio, which is part of the
worldwide Anglican Communion. The diocese is currently in a search for its
next Bishop.
Vestry
Libby Nicholson, Senior Warden epnicholson@@gmail.com
Kendall Rubino, Junior Warden klrubino@gmail.com
Fred Berta flbretiredncr@aol.com
Jackie Hoskinson jghoskinson@hotmail.com
Patricia Tallman patskincare@aol.com
Elizabeth Wagner-Weber wagnere17@hanover.edu
Jenna Walch jennawalch@gmail.com
Don Nancarrow, Treasurer nancard@sbcglobal.net
Dave Reuter, Recorder DFReuter@aol.com
Interim Rector
Rev. Cricket Park st_marks@ameritech.net;
revcricketpark@gmail.com 614-806-5248
Office Hours by appointment. 937-256-1082
