The prelude is a time for preparation for worship.
As we enter the sanctuary, let us prepare through quiet prayer and meditation.
The service is being livestreamed and recorded and will be available on our Facebook page and on YouTube.
The People’s responses are in bold type, and directions are italicized.
PRELUDE
“Thanks Be To Thee” George F. Handel
WELCOME
Prayer Requests
Anniversary & Birthday Blessings
Announcements
Please stand
PROCESSIONAL
“Crown him with many crowns” The Hymnal 1982, #494
1 Crown him with many crowns,
the Lamb upon his throne;
Hark! how the heavenly anthem drowns
all music but its own;
awake, my soul, and sing
of him who died for thee,
and hail him as thy matchless King
through all eternity.
2 Crown him the Son of God
before the worlds began,
and ye, who tread where he hath trod,
crown him the Son of man;
who every grief hath known
that wrings the human breast,
and takes and bears them for his own,
that all in him may rest.
3 Crown him the Lord of life,
who triumphed o’er the grave,
and rose victorious in the strife
for those he came to save;
his glories now we sing
who died, and rose on high,
who died, eternal life to bring,
and lives that death may die.
4 Crown him of lords the Lord,
who over all doth reign,
who once on earth, the incarnate Word,
for ransomed sinners slain,
now lives in realms of light,
where saints with angels sing
their songs before him day and night,
their God, Redeemer, King.
5 Crown him the Lord of heaven,
enthroned in worlds above;
Crown him the King, to whom is given
the wondrous name of Love.
Crown him with many crowns,
as thrones before him fall,
crown him, ye kings, with many crowns,
for he is King of all.
The Liturgy of the Word
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
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.
Gloria The Hymnal 1982, #S280
Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father,
we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God,
you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us;
you are seated at the right hand of the Father; receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord,
you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit,
in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Please be seated
A Reading from the Book of Jeremiah (23:1-6)
Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; he has come to his people and set them free. He has raised up for us a mighty savior, born of the house of his servant David. Through his holy prophets he promised of old, that he would save us from our enemies, from the hands of all who hate us. He promised to show mercy to our fathers and to remember his holy covenant. This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, to set us free from the hands of our enemies, Free to worship him without fear, holy and righteous in his sight all the days of our life. You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way, To give his people knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of their sins. In the tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us, To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
A Reading from the Book of Psalms (46)
(Reader and People read responsively by whole verse.)
1 God is our refuge and strength, *
a very present help in trouble.
2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth be moved, *
and though the mountains be toppled into the depths of the sea;
3 Though its waters rage and foam, *
and though the mountains tremble at its tumult.
4 The Lord of hosts is with us; *
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.
5 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, *
the holy habitation of the Most High.
6 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be overthrown; *
God shall help her at the break of day.
7 The nations make much ado, and the kingdoms are shaken; *
God has spoken, and the earth shall melt away.
8 The Lord of hosts is with us; *
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.
9 Come now and look upon the works of the Lord, *
what awesome things he has done on earth.
10 It is he who makes war to cease in all the world; *
he breaks the bow, and shatters the spear, and burns the shields with fire.
11 “Be still, then, and know that I am God; *
I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth.”
12 The Lord of hosts is with us; *
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.
A Reading from the Letter of Paul to the Corinthians (1:11-20)
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers– all things have been created through him and for him. He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross. Amen.
The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Please stand
GRADUAL HYMN
“The head that once was crowned with thorns” (vs 1-3, 6) The Hymnal 1982, #483
1 The head that once was crowned with thorns
is crowned with glory now;
a royal diadem adorns the mighty victor’s brow.
2 The highest place that heaven affords is his, is his by right,
the King of kings, and Lord of lords, and heaven’s eternal Light;
3 the joy of all who dwell above, the joy of all below,
to whom he manifests his love and grants his name to know.
6 The cross he bore is life and health, though shame and death to him:
his people’s hope, his people’s wealth, their everlasting theme.
THE GOSPEL
Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke (23:33-43)
People Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots to divide his clothing. The people stood by, watching Jesus on the cross; but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!” The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine, and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.”
One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, “Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” He replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”
The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Please be seated
THE SERMON The Rev. Jean Vargo
Please stand
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
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for Our Savior in Cincinnati, St. Mark in Columbus, & Trinity in Troy.
In our Parish cycle of prayer, we pray for Megan Rubino, Adam & Addison Oiler; Jim & Judy Rudd; and Lee & Carol Smith.
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 on our Parish Prayer List: Patricia, Jim, Mary-Anna, Wayne, Judy, Juanita, Rob, Susan, and the Darnell family; and for all who suffer from any grief or trouble;
That they may be delivered from their distress.
We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy;
May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Give to the departed eternal rest;
Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Celebrant Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE CONFESSION
Celebrant Let us confess our sins to God and our neighbors.
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves; we are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
THE PEACE
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
Please be seated
THE OFFERTORY
The Ushers collect the offering at this time
OFFERTORY MUSIC
“If God So Clothe the Grass” J. W. Bishcoff
Soloist: Shannon LeRue
Please stand as the offerings are brought to the altar.
THE DOXOLOGY (v.3) The Hymnal 1982, #380
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 Liturgy of the Table
God’s Table is open to all, as God’s Love is open to all.
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
Celebrant It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. For you are the source of light and life; you made us in your image, and called us to new life in Jesus Christ our Lord. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
THE SANCTUS The Hymnal 1982, #S129
Holy, holy, holy, holy, holy Lord God of hosts.
Heaven and earth are filled with your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest, hosanna in the highest.
(Please stand or kneel)
Celebrant We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world.
In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ 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.”
Therefore, according to his command, O Father,
Celebrant and People
We remember his death,
We proclaim his resurrection,
We await his coming in glory;
Celebrant And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.
We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with St. Mark and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.
By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
All 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.
Celebrant Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People Therefore let us keep the feast.
FRACTION ANTHEM
“My flesh is food indeed” The Hymnal 1982, #S169
My flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed, says the Lord.
My flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed, says the Lord.
Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood dwell in me, and I in them.
My flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed, says the Lord.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
What we celebrate is not The Episcopal Church’s Supper, but The Lord’s Supper. All are welcome at the Lord’s Table for Communion; those not partaking are invited to come forward, cross your arms over your chest, and receive a blessing.
Please stand
COMMUNION HYMN
“Surely it is God who saves me” The Hymnal 1982, #679
1. Surely it is God who saves me;
I shall trust and have no fear.
For the Lord defends and shields me
and his saving help is near.
So rejoice as you draw water
from salvation’s healing spring;
in the day of your deliverance
thank the Lord, his mercies sing.
2. Make God’s deeds known to the peoples:
tell out his exalted Name.
Praise the Lord, who has done great things;
all his works God’s might proclaim.
Zion, lift your voice in singing;
for with you has come to dwell,
in your very midst the great and
Holy One of Israel.
POST COMMUNION PRAYER
Celebrant Let us pray.
All Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE BLESSING
RECESSIONAL
“Alleluia! Sing to Jesus ” The Hymnal 1982, #460
1 Alleluia! sing to Jesus!
his the scepter, his the throne;
Alleluia! his the triumph,
his the victory alone;
Hark! the songs of peaceful Zion
thunder like a mighty flood;
Jesus out of every nation
hath redeemed us by his blood.
2 Alleluia! not as orphans
are we left in sorrow now;
Alleluia! he is near us,
faith believes, nor questions how:
though the cloud from sight received him,
when the forty days were o’er,
shall our hearts forget his promise,
“I am with you evermore”?
3 Alleluia! bread of Heaven,
Thou on earth our food, our stay!
Alleluia! here the sinful
flee to thee from day to day:
Intercessor, friend of sinners,
earth’s Redeemer, plead for me,
where the songs of all the sinless
sweep across the crystal sea.
4 Alleluia! King eternal,
thee the Lord of lords we own:
Alleluia! born of Mary,
earth thy footstool, heaven thy throne:
thou within the veil hast entered,
robed in flesh, our great High Priest:
thou on earth both Priest and Victim
in the eucharistic feast.
5 Alleluia! sing to Jesus!
his the scepter, his the throne;
Alleluia! his the triumph,
his the victory alone;
Hark! the songs of holy Zion
thunder like a mighty flood;
Jesus out of every nation
hath redeemed us by his blood
DISMISSAL
People Thanks be to God.
Please exit quietly or remain quietly listening during the Postlude.
POSTLUDE
“Ode to Thanksgiving” Ludvig van Beethoven
THE ALTAR FLOWERS are given by the Leach family in celebration of Annabelle’s birthday.
THE CANDLE IN THE SANCTUARY LAMP is given by the Wagner family in celebration of Eliza’s second birthday.
COFFEE HOUR is hosted by the Leach family.
Thank you for joining us in worship.
Please know that your participation with us today,
in person or online, has been a blessing.
READINGS and MINISTRY SCHEDULE
November 23, 2025:
The Last Sunday After Pentecost
Holy Eucharist at 11:30 AM
Readings:
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Psalm 46
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43
Celebrant: The Rev. Jean Vargo
Organist: Percy Jones
Acolyte: Gabriel Walch
Lay Readers: Laura Leach, Gary Welch
Chalicists: Judy Rudd, Kendall Rubino
Tech & Facebook Live: TJ Walch, Katherine Wagner
Ushers: Dave Reuter, Ginny Tuxhorn
Counters: Sandy Bultman, Kendall Rubino
Open/Close: Wagner/Nancarrow
November Altar Guild: Norma Peachey, Ginny Tuxhorn
Altar Flowers: The Leach Family
Candle: The Wagner Family
Coffee Hour: The Leach Family
November 30, 2025: Advent 1
Holy Eucharist at 11:30 AM
Readings:
Celebrant: The Rev. Jean Vargo
Organist: Barbara Acker-Mills
Acolyte: Lizzy Reuter
Lay Readers: Judy Rudd, Carol Williamson
Chalicists: Judy Rudd, Don Nancarrow
Tech & Facebook Live: Dave Reuter, Katherine Wagner
Ushers: Tony Rubino, Jim Rudd
Counters: Carol Nancarrow, Jim Rudd
Open/Close: Wagner/Nancarrow
November Altar Guild: Norma Peachey, Ginny Tuxhorn
Altar Flowers: TBD
Candle: TBD
Coffee Hour: Lizzy Reuter
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Prayers for the Week of November 23
For those affected by the government shutdown, especially those struggling with food insecurity and lost wages.
For those we have lost to death, suicide, addiction, or politics.
For those who struggle with finding asylum in loving, welcoming lands.
For those in our prayer cycles:
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for Our Savior in Cincinnati, St. Mark in Columbus, & Trinity in Troy.
In our Parish cycle of prayer, we pray for Megan Rubino, Adam & Addison Oiler; Jim & Judy Rudd; and Lee & Carol Smith.
For those on our parish prayer list: Patricia, Jim, Mary-Anna, Wayne, Judy, Juanita, Rob, Susan, and the Darnell family.
For those celebrating November wedding anniversaries: 11/12 Janet & Dave Reuter; 11/16 Kendall and Tony Rubino.
For those celebrating November birthdays: 11/5 Ginny Tuxhorn,
11/5 Mary-Anna Welch, 11/8 Stephanie Welch, 11/9 Carol Williamson, 11/11 Wesley Walch, 11/13 Norma Peachey, 11/23 Megan Rubino, 11/26 Sandy Bultman, 11/26 Judy Rudd, 11/28 Annie Leach.
For those who suffer from illness, grief, or any other adversity:
Akiko, friend of Jim Tallman; Andrew, the Tallman’s son-in-law; Blaze, the Tallman’s grandson; Chip, Jim Rudd’s step-mother; Chris & family, friends of the Reuters; Clara, Pat Tallman’s cousin; Crystal, friend of the Rubinos; Emma, Lowell, & the Burton Family, friends of Juanita Limes and the Darnells; Katie, friend of the Reuters; Luann, Sean Weber’s mother; Natasha, the Tallman’s granddaughter; Patti, Norma Peachey’s daughter-in-law; Regina, Mary-Anna Welch’s sister; Renea, friend of Juanita and Lisa; Roberta, Tracey Swartz’s mother; Steve, friend of the Hoskinsons; Tonia, Juanita Limes’ daughter-in-law; Tony, Judy Rudd’s brother; the Younge Family, friends of Jackie Hoskinson.
For the mission work of this congregation: CARE House, Canterbury Court, St. Paul’s UMC Food Pantry, Hope4Riverside, Neighborhood Bridges, and for the seven non-profit groups who use our Community Building.
For our Diocesan Bishop: The Rt. Rev. Kristin White
For our Assisting Bishops: The Rt. Rev. Wendell Gibbs,
The Rt. Rev. Nedi Rivera, and The Rt. Rev. Kenneth Price
For our Presiding Bishop: The Most Rev. Sean Rowe
Announcements for the Week of November 23
10:30 AM Education and Fellowship
11:30 AM Holy Eucharist
SUNDAY SCHOOL START TIMES
High School 10:30 AM
Elementary 11:15 AM
Pre-K – 1st grade 11:15 AM
VESTRY MEETING TODAY after the service! All parishioners are welcome to attend, and will have seat and voice, but no vote on issues that require one. Questions? Check with wardens or vestry members!
CANTERBURY COURT NEEDS BAKING SUPPLIES BY NOV. 30!
Canterbury Court is soliciting the following ingredients for a bake sale: sugar, chocolate chunks, vanilla extract, butter Crisco, baking soda, baking powder, toffee chips, vanilla wafers, brownie mix, butter cake mix, brown sugar, canned peaches, and Pillsbury pie crust (refrigerated rolls). The bake sale will be held on DEC.4 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please let Jim Rudd know if you are willing work the sales table!
CHRISTMAS FLOWER OFFERINGS: Envelopes are available in the pews for those who would like to make a donation toward the Christmas flowers in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for the blessings in their lives. Your gifts help beautify our worship space as we celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord.
OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2026: If you’d like offering envelopes for the coming year, please contact the office. While we ordered for those who signed up during the summer, we have some extra boxes that could use a home.
CHRISTMAS WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Christmas will be here before we know it (less than five weeks away! On Christmas Eve, St. Paul’s will celebrate at 5pm, and St. Mark’s at 7:30pm.
Sunday, Dec. 28 St. Mark’s will host a Lessons and Carols service at 10:30am.
Sunday, Jan. 4 is the Feast of the Epiphany, 9:30am at St. Paul’s and 11:30am at St. Mark’s
On-line Giving to St. Mark’s
There are two easy ways to donate online!
Text “LIONGIVING” to 73256.
Or click on the QR code and follow the link
Our Mission Statement:
“We gather for worship, education and mutual support;
welcome all people; and serve the community in God’s name”.
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THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND MUSIC
Have you ever noticed? Something incredible happens when we sing. You can feel it when you sing alone, but most especially when you sing as part of a community, a congregation in worship. Something awakens not only in the heart of each person but also in the collective heart of the body of Christ, connecting us to each other and to God in the deepest part of who we are.
Singing as a part of Christian worship is so much more than mere mental exercise. God created us to communicate with the very depths of our spirit, and singing is a way we can accomplish this in a profound and meaningful way.
Music in The Episcopal Church can be as diverse as its worship services. Although final authority over the music used in an Episcopal service is “the duty of every Minister” (Canon 24, Section 1), our hymnal draws all Episcopalians together musically in the same way that the Book of Common Prayer draws us together in prayer and liturgy. It teaches the gospel, strengthens our connection to God, and unites the congregation in shared expression. The Episcopal Church has diverse music during worship, and the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music provides resources and resolutions related to music in worship.
Most recently revised in 1982, The Hymnal of The Episcopal Church offers 720 hymns in addition to liturgical music. While some of the hymns date back to monastic chants, the hymnal offers more modern music as well.
“The Hymnal 1982 retains the best of the past and sets forth many riches of our own time. [The Standing Commission on Church Music] looked for theological orthodoxy, poetic beauty, and integrity of meaning. At the same time, the Commission was especially concerned that the hymnody affirm ‘the participation of all in the Body of Christ the Church, while recognizing our diverse natures of children of God.’ … Texts and music which reflect the pluralistic nature of the Church have been included, affording the use of Native American, Afro-American, Hispanic, and Asian material.”
(Preface, The Hymnal 1982, Church Pension Fund, 1985)
Make a Joyful Noise!
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A prayer for St. Mark’s in a time of transition
Elizabeth Wagner-Weber
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 use 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.
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St. Mark’s is a parish in the Diocese of Southern Ohio,
which is part of the Worldwide Anglican Communion.
PARISH LEADERSHIP
Interim Rector: The Rev. Jean Vargo
Senior Warden: Jim Rudd
Junior Warden: Tony Rubino
Treasurer: Don Nancarrow
Recorder: Dave Reuter
Vestry:
Expiration
2026: Elizabeth Reuter
Jenna Walch
Gary Welch
2027: Jackie Hoskinson
2028 Faggio Nocero-Sargent
Katherine Wagner
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
456 Woodman Drive
Dayton, Ohio 45431-2099
Email: st_marks@ameritech.net
Office Phone: 937-256-1082
Website: stmarksdayton.org
Resources:
Website: https://stmarksdayton.org,
Facebook: St Mark’s Episcopal Church, Dayton OH
Instagram: St Mark’s Dayton
Liturgy from the Book of Common Prayer 1979
& The Hymnal 1982.
Readings from the New Revised Standard
Version of The Bible.
Music through One License #A-740839.
Hannah Summers – Parish Assistant – Bulletin
Dave Reuter – Webmaster
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