Volume 24, Issue 5, May 2019 A Monthly Publication

It may be hard to believe (we've had spring for what, 2 weeks?) but summer is just around the corner. Here at Christ Church, that means we need to thank our teachers and recognize our graduates, and get ready to shift to some different offerings during June-July-August.

The Blessing of the Graduates will be on Sunday, May 19th. We'll definitely be celebrating our two high school grads, Emily Hasecke and Reilly Smith. If you or someone in your family is graduating, be sure to let Kelly Zeller know in the Church Office by Monday, May 13th, so your grad can be included in the bulletins that Sunday and recognized during worship. Email her at zellerk0611@gmail.com or call the office at 937-323-8651.

We'll also say a special THANK YOU to our wonderful Children's Church leaders and Sunday School teachers on May 19th (the end of the traditional programming year). And don't worry—even though the Adult Forum and Sunday School classes will break for the summer, many exciting opportunities for learning, fellowship, and fun await! See page 10 inside for more details.

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The Clarion

Volume 24, Issue 5 is the independently edited, local

monthly newsletter of Christ Episcopal Church, 409 East High Street, Springfield, OH,

45505 and published by Christ Episcopal Church upon authority

of its Rector.

Office: 937-323-8651 www.ChristSpringfield.org

Christ Episcopal Church

in the Diocese of Southern Ohio X X X

Bishop: The Rt. Rev. Thomas Breidenthal

Priest: The Rev. Maggie Leidheiser-

Stoddard

Deacon: The Rev. Rick Incorvati

Senior Warden: Dawn Ivy

Junior Warden: John Richardson

Organist: Dr. Christopher Durrenberger

Parish Administrator/ Program Coordinator:

Kelly Zeller

Facility Manager: Paul McAfee

Bookkeeper: Tina Knox

Clarion Editor: Joyce Spangler

Staff Vacations Rev. Maggie will be on vacation May 23rd–27th; The Rev. Susan Mills will be our guest priest on May 26th. Kelly Zeller will be on vacation May 26th–June 2nd. Please plan accordingly!

Dear people of Christ Church,

"Happy Easter!" It's entirely appropriate to say that until June 8th, because Easter is not a day but a season in the church year, lasting 50 days (from the Feast of the Resurrection until the Feast of Pentecost on June 9th). It was such an incredible joy to celebrate our Lord's great victory over the powers of evil and death with you all last month, and the joy continues! Some of you have inquired about the special blessing that Deacon Rick and I used to close the 10:00 AM service on Easter Sunday... those were the ancient words of the Exsultet, an "Easter Proclamation" that is traditionally sung at the beginning of an Easter Vigil service. Different versions of the Exsultet have been in use since the 6th century CE, and I thought these glorious verses were a fitting way to end our service on the holiest day of the year.

Rejoice, heavenly powers! Sing, choirs of angels! O Universe, dance around God’s throne!

Jesus Christ, our King, is risen! Sound the victorious trumpet of salvation!

Rejoice, O earth, in glory, revealing the splendor of your creation,

radiant in the brightness of your triumphant King! Christ has conquered! Now his life and glory fill you!

Darkness vanishes for ever! Rejoice, O Mother Church! Exult in glory!

The risen Savior, our Lord of life, shines upon you! Let all God’s people sing and shout for joy.

What more can I say? Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!

Blessings & love, Rev. Maggie L-S : )

(RevMaggieLS@gmail.com)

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Worship… Offering meaningful, relevant, and welcoming worship in the Episcopal tradition for people of all ages.

GOT BAPTISM? The next opportunity for Holy Baptism at Christ Church will be the Feast of Pentecost on Sunday, June 9th. Baptism is available during both the 8:00 and 10:00 AM services. If you or someone in your family is considering baptism (or if you want

to know more), please contact Rev. Maggie before Memorial Day for pre-baptismal counseling and planning. Email her at RevMaggieLS@gmail.com or call the Church Office (937-323-8651).

Bishop's Visitation On Sunday, May 5th, Bishop Kenneth Price will visit Christ Church. Bishop Price will preach and celebrate the Eucharist at the 10:00 am service, and will lead our Adult Forum discussion afterwards. {8-o-clockers, have no fear —we'll enjoy a special "Saul-to-Paul Fest" during our service that morning, as we hear and explore the story of his conversion (and resulting name-change) on the road to Damascus.}

Have you ever wanted to re-read a sermon that you heard one Sunday morning? Or listen to it again? Or perhaps you couldn't make it to church last week, but you'd love to know what was preached.... Most sermon texts are posted on the church website (ChristSpringfield.org) a day or two after they've been delivered. Sermon videos are often posted to our Facebook page as well, sometimes mere minutes after the service! You don't have to be "on" Facebook to watch these videos (or see any other parts of Christ Church's Facebook page). Just scroll to the bottom of the church website, click on the little blue f below "Find Us"—and voila! You're there!

Date First Lesson Psalm Second Lesson Gospel May 5 Acts 9:1-6 (7-20) 30 Revelation 5:11-14 John 21:1-19

May 12 Acts 9:36-43 23 Revelation 7:9-17 John 10:22-30

May 19 Acts 11:1-18 148 Revelation 21:1-6 John 13:31-35

May 26 Acts 16:9-15 67 Revelation 21:10; 21:22-22:5 John 14:23-29

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Worship…continued

The next Taizé service will held at High Street United Methodist Church

on Sunday, May 19th at 5 PM. Taizé is a quiet, peaceful service of readings, songs, prayers, and candlelight. The name Taizé comes from an ecumenical religious community in France. After WWII, young adults from all over Europe flocked to it, looking for healing and reconciliation. To help these people of many different languages worship together, the monks of Taizé wrote simple, beautiful, moving chants, which are easily learned. Taizé continues to be a pilgrimage destination for young people—now from all over the world— and their simple, quiet worship is held all over the world, as well. Talk to Deacon Rick Incorvati if you have questions!

The "Big Read" Bible Study on Luke's Gospel will meet at Panera on Bechtle Ave. on Sundays May 5th, 12th and 19th at 4:00 PM. All are welcome! Talk to Rev. Maggie if you have questions (RevMaggieLS@gmail.com).

Oakwood Village Worship: There are two opportunities to enjoy Holy Eucharist with our Oakwood Village friends this month—Thursday, May 2nd (commemoration of St. Athanasius) and Thursday, May 30th (Feast of the Ascension). Services are held in the Independent Living Chapel on the 2nd floor of the main building at 10:00 am. All are welcome! Regular Worship Notices • Books and other materials for

children are located in the back of the worship space.

• Gluten-free wafers are always available during communion.

• Myra Dean Banion offers private prayers at the Healing Station most Sundays.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION EVENTS FOR ADULTS

English, not Latin: Translating the Bible into the

Common Language Please join us for a unique exhibit of 16th and 17th century English printed Bibles and a special presentation during the Adult Forum after the 10:00 service on May 12. With the coming of the Protestant Reformation, the 15th to 17th centuries were religiously tumultuous in England and Europe. Some of the struggle focused on whether it was appropriate for the Scriptures to be made available in the common language for all to read. This conflict was most evident in England, where during part of the 16th century it was illegal to translate the Scriptures into the English language from Latin. This exhibit and presentation will tell that story and recognize those who took great risks to make sure that all could read the Bible.

Mr. Lynn A. Brock of Cedarville University, who recently retired as Dean of Library Services after a fifty-year career at Cedarville, will lead the forum. He currently serves as the University Archivist and Special Collections Librarian. In addition to his work at the library, he served in a variety of roles at the University, including Director of Planning. He aided in planning and designing the current Centennial Library, opened in 1987, and the Center for Biblical and Theological Studies, opened in 2008.

TEMPLE SHOLOM LECTURE SERIES

OurfriendsatTempleSholom(2424N.LimestoneSt.)arehostingaScholar-in-

ResidenceseriesApril30th–May1st,andweareCo-Sponsors!

SCRIPTUREANDFAITH:TOWARDABETTERUNDERSTANDING

WITHDR.JULIEGALAMBUSHAssociateProfessorEmeritaofReligious

StudiesatTheCollegeofWilliamandMaryAuthor,TheReluctantParting:Howthe

NewTestament'sJewishWritersCreatedaChristianBook

• April30at7:30PM—Luke-ActsandtheCreationofChristianity

• May1at7:30PM—HiddenTruths:WhyTranslatorsIntentionallyMistranslatetheBible

• May1at12noon—LunchandLearn:TheTextureofanInterfaithLife(Reservationsnecessary;RSVP937-399-1231)

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May Calendar at a Glance

Weds. 5/1 Crafting at 9 AM; Worship at 10 AM; 2 Temple Sholom lectures

Thurs. 5/2 Oakwood Village Worship at 10 AM; Vestry at 6:30 PM

Sunday 5/5 Worship at 8 & 10 AM; Christian

Formation; Bible Study at 4 PM Weds. 5/8 Pantry delivery at 9 AM; Crafting at 9 AM;

Worship at 10 AM Sat. 5/11 Diocesan Convocation at Procter Sunday 5/12 Worship at 8 & 10 AM; Christian

Formation; Bible Study at 4 PM Tues. 5/14 Lunch Bunch at 11:30 AM Weds. 5/15 Food Pantry Day; Crafting at 9 AM;

Worship at 10 AM Sunday 5/19 Worship at 8 & 10 AM (Blessing of

Graduates); Bible Study at 4 PM Weds. 5/22 Crafting at 9 AM; Worship at 10 AM;

ECW Luncheon at 11:15 AM Sunday 5/26 Worship at 8 & 10 AM

(Guest Priest Rev. Susan Mills) Weds. 5/29 Crafting at 9 AM; Worship at 10 AM Thurs. 5/30 Oakwood Village Worship at 10 AM

Your Vestry Senior Warden: Dawn Ivy Junior Warden: John Richardson Treasurer: Ken Bladh Vestry at Large: Bonnie Bingman, Chris Oldstone-Moore, Cathy Hasecke, Brian Shelburne, Joyce Spangler, Denise Sharp, and Chris Wells

OUR PEOPLE

RuthBayley...........................May01BobbiWells...........................May03PegCurtin.............................May05BenHasecke.........................May08SarahSchubert.....................May10SusiePeterson......................May11DodiHolmes.........................May13PatSilliman...........................May13KatieYeazellMellett.............May14LoganMellett.......................May17RossMcGregor.....................May18HollyWolfe...........................May18EmanTrillana........................May19RondeLanglade....................May20DaphneTrillana....................May20MarjVasileff.........................May20ZoëSpangler.........................May21JesseLeidheiser-Stoddard....May23TaylorMellett.......................May25CharlotteMcGregor.............May26ScottYeazell.........................May29

Bill&GretchenHicks.................May13ChristopherDurrenberger&

PengChen...........................May20Scott&CathyYeazell.................May27Jack&DawnIvy.........................May31

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Hospitality…welcoming, nurturing, and supporting the members of our parish and greater community.

The next outing for the “Lunch Bunch” is on Tuesday, May 14th at 11:30 AM at Ann and Tony’s (211 East Main Street in West Jefferson). This group

welcomes all men and women who are available at lunchtime for some good food and fellowship. RSVP Anita Beardsell at anitabeardsell1234@gmail.com. If you need a ride, please let her know that as well.

Episcopal Church Women's Spring

Luncheon On Wednesday, May 22nd, the Spring Luncheon of the ECW will be held here at Christ Church. It will begin at the Wednesday Chapel service at 10 AM. We will gather in the Guild Room. We are asking everyone who attends to bring a baby/childhood picture of herself, so that we can use it during a period of fellowship before lunch. lunch of chicken salad and a light dessert of angel Food Cake with a delicious topping will be catered by Shirley Artis for $9.00. Please be sure to make and pay for your reservation no later than May 19th to Dodi Holmes or Juanita Artis. If submitting a check, make it payable to Juanita Artis. You will not want to miss this pleasant get-together on Wednesday, May 22nd, so mark your calendar now.

Volunteers Needed at Springfield Regional

Medical Center Springfield Regional Medical Center is currently seeking volunteers in the following areas:

• Main Lobby Greeter and Patient/Visitor Escort

• Volunteers in Patient Support (VIPs) • Shuttle Service • Volunteer Office Assistant

Volunteers in all roles receive orientation and training to help them get started and become comfortable in the hospital environment. Contact Jessica Pettit, Volunteer Services Director, at 937-523-5192 or japettit@mercy.com or Pat Cary at sisterpcocd2@hotmail.com for more information.

GREETERS NEEDED!! Christ Church needs a few more smiling Greeters! A Greeter arrives at 9:30, welcomes parishioners and

guests, hands out nametags, and is finished by 10 AM to attend the service. If you’re interested in being a greeter please contact Kelly at 937-323-8651 or via email (zellerk0611@gmail.com).

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Christ Church at Springfield Pride

Last June, I had the privilege of spending a few sunny hours hanging out at Springfield Pride on behalf of Christ Church. I prayed with folks, heard their stories, answered questions about the church, and gave out cards with Scripture verses affirming the worth and dignity of all God's children. It was a beautiful experience! Sadly, I won't be able to do the same this year (I'll be returning from Procter Camp that day). Springfield Pride will be on Saturday, June 22nd from noon to 4:30 PM on City Hall Plaza. If you would be willing to serve on a team of folks representing Christ Church at this year's Pride, please let me know! This is just one way to let Springfield know that Christ Episcopal Church is a safe and affirming space for all God's children, and that we really mean it when we say "There is a place for YOU at God's Table!"

~ Rev. Maggie (RevMaggieLS@gmail.com, 937-323-8651)

Church Staff Rector:TheRev.MaggieLeidheiser-StoddardDeacon:TheRevRickIncorvatiParishAdministrator/ProgramCoordinator:

KellyZeller:Monday–Thursday,8AM–2PM,andSundaymornings

Organist/ChoirDirector:Dr.ChristopherDurrenberger:Sundaymorningsandbyappointment

FacilityManager:PaulMcAfee:Monday–Friday,7–11AM

Bookkeeper:TinaKnox:TuesdayandThursday,8–10AM

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Formation and Fun for Children, Youth, and Families … providing people of all ages rich opportunities to form a strong spiritual relationship with God so they may become good stewards of their faith to

themselves and others.

The Lego Class (for elementary schoolers) will meet on Sundays May 5th and 12th from 11:15 AM to noon.

• On May 5th, the middle and high school youth will join the adults in the Parish Hall for a conversation with Bishop Price.

• On May 12th, they will enjoy a special outing— a lunch off-site and a visit to the Hartman Rock Garden for a dramatic photo shoot with everyone's favorite guinea pig, Mr. Buddy Schubert.

On May 19th, all ages will celebrate our graduates with a reception in the Guild Room following worship. Forward Week-by-Week formation time (after the 8:00 AM service) and Adult Forum (after the 10:00 AM service) will meet on Sundays May 5th, 12th, and 19th. On the 19th, all ages will gather together in the Guild Room & Parish Hall at 11:15 AM for a party to celebrate our graduates!

Summer Camp at Procter

Procter Summer Camp is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio, that creates a place for children, youth,

and families to grow in faith, sing, learn, play and pray in the peaceful farmland of

London, Ohio. Check out proctercenter.org/camp for more details!

FROM REV. MAGGIE: My family has

attended Family Camp for the last 4 summers and we'll be going again this

year (July 31st - August 3rd); and I will be serving as Camp Chaplain for the first 3rd-9th Graders' Camp in June (the 17th -

22nd).

Christ Church does have scholarship funds available to assist kids & families

with camp fees - if you are interested, just let me know. I wholeheartedly encourage you to consider making Procter Camp a

part of your family's plans for the summer!

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Kids/Youth/Families2019

Furtherdetailstocomeviaemail,worshipbulletins,newsletters,etc.asdatesapproach.Friendsarealwayswelcome,butRSVPsrequired.TalktoRev.Maggieifyouhaveanyquestions!(937-605-1536;RevMaggieLS@gmail.com)

Sun.5/12—Middle&HighSchoolerslunchout&photoshoot(withBuddyPig)atHartmanRockGarden(finished&backatchurchby2pm)

Sun.5/19—BlessingofGraduates&reception

Sat.6/1—FamilyoutingtoChampionCityKingshomeopener(6:30pm)

Fri.6/14—Middle&HighSchoolersSundaeBar&MusicSharingatRev.Maggie’shouse(7-10pm)

Fri.7/12—FamilyPotluck&GameNightinParishHall(6-9pm)

Sun.7/21—Familypizzalunchatchurch&outingto“TheLionKing”movie

Weds.7/31thruSat.8/3—FamilyCampatProcter(CampreflectionsinchurchonSun.8/4)

Sun.8/11—Acolytetraining&lunchafterchurch(rising5thgraders&older,withaparent/guardian)

Fri.8/16thruSun.8/18—Middle&HighSchoolersWeekendRetreattoKelley’sIsland!!!

ChristEpiscopalChurch+409E.HighSt.+ChristSpringfield.org

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Outreach…helping to provide the physical, material, social, and spiritual needs in Springfield and beyond

Next Pantry Day: May 15th

ThankyoutothosewhohelpedwithApril’sFoodPantry!Wegaveoutlots of meat, milk, cheese, soup, eggs, and fresh produce and the extras of soap, shampoo, toothpaste and toilet paper. PantryvolunteerscomefromCovenantPresbyterianChurch,ChristEpiscopalChurch,andotherfaithcommunities.Volunteersareneededtohelppickup,unload,andpackfoodandhelpwithcustomerservice.ContacteitherAnnChitkara(ann@nova.pcc.com)orAnneRandolph(annejrand@aol.com)tovolunteer.

Don’t Forget the T.P.! Whenyoubringyourdonationsoftoiletpapertochurchandleavetheminthebasketbytheelevator,youmakeitpossible

forourFoodPantrytogiveeachclientoneortworollsofmuch-neededTPalongwiththeirgroceries.Mostpantriesdon'tgiveoutT.P.andSNAP(aka"foodstamps")can'tbeusedforT.P.--sothosedonationsarearealBLESSING!

Hang onto those Pop Tabs!

Aluminumcanswiththeirpull-tabsareeverywhere...athome,familyget-togethers,sportingevents,festivals,parks,andunfortunately,onthestreet...itis"litter"allyanecologicalEasteregghuntallyearlong!Therefore,inanefforttomakeiteasierforChristEpiscopalmembers&friendstoparticipateincollectingpulltabsfromthesecansbeforetheyarerecycled,labeledsnackbagsthatcanbekeptinbackpacks/purses/wallets&carswillbemadeavailabletothecongregation.ThelabeledsnackbagswillbeattachedtoaninformationsheetontheDaytonRonaldMcDonaldHousewithlinkstoavideotour,othergivingopportunities&FUNdraisingeventsonthefrontandPull"TAB"ulations&otherfunfactsontheback.Thelabeledsnackbag/informationsheetsareavailableinredHappyMealboxesintheEastEntranceway.Thanksinadvanceforyourconsideration,cooperation&participation!Thereis"ca$hinthetrash!"Questions?ContactDebSouthward(937-925-1977,dpsouthward@aol.com).

Priest: The Rev. Maggie

Leidheiser-Stoddard Deacon: The Rev. Rick

Incorvati Senior Warden:

Dawn Ivy Junior Warden:

John Richardson Treasurer: Ken Bladh Vestry at Large:

Bonnie Bingman Chris Oldstone-Moore Denise Sharp Brian Shelburne Joyce Spangler Chris Wells

All-Ages Fellowship Event Coming June 1st: Baseball Game!

On Saturday, June 1st, Christ Church members and friends will cheer on the Champion City Kings during their home opener (versus the Chillicothe Paints) at 6:30 PM at Carleton Davidson Stadium. Tickets will be $5 per person. To sign up, let Rev. Maggie know how many tickets you want on or before Tuesday, May 28th (RevMaggieLS@gmail.com or 937-323-8651).