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Rector's Ramblings
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Yesterday, May 15, was the Commemoration of Junia and Adronicus. These two were mentioned only once in the New Testament. At the end of his Letter to the Romans, Paul wrote, āGreet Andronicus and Junia, my relatives who were in prison with me; they are prominent among the apostles, and they were in Christ before I was.ā However, these two, or at least one of them, has sparked more than a little controversy. The identity and role of Junia have been debated.
First, there is some question about how the name Junia should be rendered Junias instead. Junias would be the masculine version of Junia. Because the name appears in the accusative case, it could be rendered either way. The early Patristic writers all treated the name as Junia. It was not until the 12th Century that the name was translated Junias by any significant number of commentators. Because the earliest commentators almost universally treated the name as feminine, I think it is safe to assume that Junia is the correct rendering.
The second debate is around the role of Junia. Whereas the New Revised Standard Version says Junia was prominent among the disciples. Other translations, such as the English Standard Version say she was well known to the apostles. Was she simply well known to the apostles, or was she among the apostles?
In the 4th Century, John Chrysostom wrote, āāGreet Andronicus and Junia . . . who are outstanding among the apostlesā: To be an apostle is something great. But to be outstanding among the apostlesā just think what a wonderful song of praise that is! They were outstandingon the basis of their works and virtuous actions. Indeed, how great the wisdom of this woman must have been that she was even deemed worthy of the title of apostle.ā
The reason there is so much controversy about this one person mentioned in one verse of the New Testament is the historic debate about the role of women in the church. Although this debate is largely settled in the Episcopal Church, there are many parts of the church in which it has not been decided. Although this issue is settled for us, the case of Junia is instructive in another way.
The interpretation of the identity and role of Junia can easily be determined by the assumptions we bring to the Bible. That is the case with many other verses or larger passages of scripture. Of course, we can never entirely set aside our assumptions, however, we must do our best to try to allow the text to speak to us rather than reading what we want to see into the text.
Fr. RJ+
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Sunday, May 18
Service at 10 a.m. Only
St. Mark's 70th Anniversary
There will be only one service, at 10:00 AM - A special service is being planned, including the Sunday School children, and beautiful music with guest musicians. A group photo will be taken to commemorate this event, so please plan on pausing after the service for that special photo. Then a catered luncheon will be served in the Parish Hall downstairs.
Hard to believe St. Mark's is celebrating 70 years!
Lessons
Bulletin
Live Stream
Tuesday, May 20:
NO YOGA
Wednesday, May 21:
Virtual Evening Prayer, 4 p.m. Zoom | Bulletin
Friends of Music potluck/concert, Sat. June 14 at 6 pm in St. Mark's Undercroft. "Women in Song: From Hard Hearted Hannah to Ave Maria" presented by Bob Morrison with Songbirds Jeanie Burnquist and her pupil Catherine Dillon with virtuoso pianist Joyce Corbett. Chef Carol's chicken salad croissants the main dish. Guests may bring veggies, appetizers, desserts, reservations requested through June 12.
View the full St. Mark's calendar HERE.
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Give your child a summer of adventure at Bellwether Farm Summer Camp! At Bellwether farm, growth and fun go hand-in-hand. From canoeing on the lake to participating in the camp-wide talent show, campers will have the opportunity to expand their comfort zones in a supportive and safe environment. Conveniently located in Wakeman, OH, Bellwether provides a beautiful setting for outdoor summer fun.
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Drum roll please!! Our Sunday School kids assembled 593 Hygiene Kits on Sunday, May 4. Father RJ blessed the kits and the ones who will receive them.
Emily, all the kids, and myself appreciate all the donations our Parish has provided to help with this ongoing project. Sunday School will take the summer off from assembly, but will continue to accept antibacterial bar soap (Dial), washcloths (a great deal can be found at Walmart 18 pack/$4.88), checks and money (mention Sunday School Outreach). Maybe a Parish assembly will happen this summer?
Many thanks go to Parish Photographer Bill Rand and to our Delivery Man Gary Mull!
Hygiene Kit Totalsā
YEAR 2024: 2,494
YEAR 2025: 1,386
Will the kids break their 2024 record?
~Beth Bletzacker, Coordinator
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Seeking Garden Warriors
Many may remember the beautiful gardens created by Evelyn Otani many years ago. One of these gardens is in the Betty Fortney Chapel in the Woods. Time has taken its toll, and the rock garden that was once there has sunken, and has been taken over by a multitude of day lilies (which now feed the deer!)
So we are seeking some help in 1) raising some (not all) of those embedded rocks so they are once again exposed, and 2) thinning out the dense day lilies that have overpowered that garden. Also needed is some leaf blowing, raking, and spreading mulch in the small gardens by the altar. So if you can spare some time, there is a sign up sheet posted in the Narthex for three different times if you can help out. The dates are May 23, May 31, and June 7. Many thanks in advance!
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Book Club Updates
June 9 - The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
July - NO BOOK CLUB MEETING
August 11 - Code Name Helene by Ariel Lawhon
September 8 - Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Now with a little help from mother nature the south side drainage issue should be under control. Just in time for the floors in the rectors office, coat room and administration office to be repaired. - Charlie Kiesling
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Newsletter Additions
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May Birthdays
2 Benjamin Clark
7 Jamie Heinzman
9 Chris Arnold Arnold
10 Dave Kiesling, Jan Hudson
12 Jane King
15 Derek Gordon
19 Connor Pelger
24 Justin Crowl
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Notable with Bob Morrison
I shared an organ bench with a woman who would become my wife. I have shared a bench showing pupils something they should know about playing an organ. I have shared a bench with a man who, when he was 21, had memorized all of Bach's organ works (Marcel Dupre) and who composed significant scores.
And this day in 2012, I was on the bench with Maestro Hector Olivera, who was playing in church at age five and who was now known worldwide for his genius.
I own several of his CDs. On one of them, he uses his Atelier electronic organ to play some pieces made famous by Benny Goodman and his clarinet. As I listen, I marvel: Hector sounds more like Benny Goodman than Benny Goodman!
And while driving, I was playing another of his recordings that was already in my car's slot. It was Finlandia - the entire score and the orchestra sounded great until the last few notes, when something didn't sound kosher, and it dawned on me: this wasn't an orchestra! It was Hector.
And now he's right beside me, following his April 2012 concert, showing me things about the new sound module that he has attached to St. Mark's console. With each demo, he launches into snippets of Bach, Dupre, Vierne, Berlin, and Gershwin that boggle my mind. He also remarks that, as time goes on, I would find favorites to which I'd keep returning - and he right he was! I worry that St. Mark's folks will tire of some of my favorites to which I, indeed, keep returning.
Most recently, Hector was invited to dedicate the massive Hazel Wright Organ in the former Crystal Cathedral of Rev. Schuller in Garden Grove, CA, and as I listened, I remembered how blessed I was to have had this personality at the console of our very own church in Canton OH.
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Prayer Concerns
Have compassion on: Vonda Temelkoff, Jim Weaver, Jane Schutrum, Ron Brooks, and all those who suffer from any grief or trouble.
For those who have died: Rick Miller (relative of Bruce Hixon)
Family & Friends: Paul (friend of the Browns) + Jean & David Fell (Father RJās acquaintance) + Father RJ & family + Shelly Burns (Tom Burnsā cousinās wife) + Allison (cousin of Sandi Kaustinen) + Clarice Lough (friend of the Watters) + Katheleen Philippsborn (sister of Tom Turner) + Machelle Wells (friend of Jaime Heinzman) + Father Jon Conventry (Trinity Episcopal Church - Alliance) + Jimmy Little (son of Sue Little) + Tom (brother-in-law of AnJane McConville) + Gail and Judy Shumway (friend, sister-in-law, & co-worker friend of the Randās daughter) + Dr. Mallamaci (acquaintance of Bobbi Zollinger) + Pam Lagodich (friends of the Mulls) + Scott Jones, Val Hiner-Donlon, Rick Ciminelli, & Harold Freedman (cousin & friend of the Gordons) + Larry Aclaska (acquaintance of Bert Heisser) + Lee, Theresa, & Chuck Boone (friends & cousin of the Hixons) + Trish (friend of Paulette Frech) + Pat Walter & family (friend of Barb Whitehouse) + Don Siegfried & Janet Sheatzley-Morgan (husband and sister of Barb Siegfried) + Allison Cornell-Hood & Anne Higgins (daughter & friend of Diane Cornell) + Finnigan Savage (friend of Pam McCarthy) + Tony Donahue (friend of the Boyds) + David (acquaintance of the Nadels) + Those in the Armed Forces.
PRAYER CHAIN:
St. Mark's has a group of prayer warriors who pray for the specific needs of those on the prayer chain. If you would like to place yourself or a loved one on the prayer chain, please contact Bobbi Gordon at ggordon24@sbcglobal.net
ļ»æPrayer requests may be placed on the private Prayer Chain or on the Prayer Concerns list appearing in The Lion's Pause and Sunday bulletin or in both places. Please let Bobbi know your preference. Unless otherwise instructed, names will be listed as we receive them. Please update Bobbi or Katie on the status of your friends or family members as to when they may be removed from the prayer lists.
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