Church family, are we living into our vision? Are we striving to meet our mission? If not, why not? and how can we reach the goals we have set for ourselves both personally and collectively?

Mission Statement

To love and serve God and our neighbor, by striving to meet the needs of God's people.

Vision Statement

To be a Christian community of faith where love lives, love works, to spread the good news of God's grace and mercy.

Our history is too much to be contained in one month! Check out the PDF by clicking on the link below. There is a wealth of information for you to expand your knowledge.

Black History Awareness

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS/meetings

See what's happening this month.

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Sunday Worship Bulletin

A Note of Thanks

Thank you to Toni Gates and Pearl Culbreath for updating our marque with thought-provoking words. We look forward to what will come.

Agape Meal

Our Muandy Thursday Service will be held in the Undercroft at 6:00 PM on Thursday, April 17th. We are requesting donations monetarily or by selecting one of the items requested on the sign-up sheet on Sunday. If you choose to bring an item, please bring enough for approximately 25 parishioners.

There will also be foot washing.

Time to order Easter Flowers

It’s time to order Easter flowers. Please see Ms. Pearl Culbreath to make your donation to purchase Easter flowers for the chancel and sanctuary. Donations should be in by April 16th.

Food Bank Security

Dear Episcopal advocates for food security in Ohio,

The Ohio House is expected to pass its version of the next state budget by Friday, April 11. Hearings are beginning in the Ohio Senate. The budget process is moving fast: the two houses’ versions must be reconciled before June 30. The House budget slashes vital human services even as federal cuts are already devastating Ohio’s safety net. As people of faith, we are called to bear witness. Make the consequences of these cuts vivid and inescapable to your legislators and to your community.

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Purposeful Lenten Actions

John Lewis:

“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.”

As we embark on our Lenten journey, let us pray for the souls lost in America that may find their way to God. Let us also pray for redemption.

31 History-Making Black Americans Everyone Should Know

These pioneering figures deserve to be celebrated.

By Michelle Darrisaw and Carlie Cooper

Click this link to read about each

St. Andrew's 2025 Vestry members. Senior Warden- Carmen Wildgoose, Junior Warden- Lois Jackson/clerk, Dr. Giesle Greene, Andrea Appling, Jerome Rubin, Darcel Arrington, Les Blakemore, and Brenda Shepherd.

The Vestry will meet Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00PM via ZOOM

Current Vestry News

Vestry Summary March 25, 2025

Vestry Members in Attendance: Andrea Appling, Lois Jackson, Brenda Shepherd,

Jerome Rubin, Carmen Wildgoose, Les Blakemore, Rev. Sharon, Will Seifert Kessell, Giesele Greene

Absentees: Darcel Arrington

We began the meeting with prayer and Bible study. Following the Check-in the

Clerk Lois Jackson presented the February minutes, which were accepted as

presented.

St. Andrew's Vestry met to review finances and discuss other church business.

Our meeting concluded with prayer at 8:45 pm.

In Christ,

The Vestry

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Thank You For Giving

Your financial assistance is still necessary to meet all of our obligations monthly. Please utilize the QR code on the right for donations.

PASTORAL TEAM

A Pastoral Team has been put in place, consisting of Will Seifert-Kessel, Brenda Shepherd, Jon Benjamin and Anita Pruitt. You may contact any member of the team for pastoral support.

The need for volunteers is ongoing as we no longer employ a sexton. Your service in cleaning is always appreciated especially in the kitchen and bathroom areas. Many thanks to all who consistently help out in all areas.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church