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simply st. mark’s: The St. Marker May,2015 Worship Schedule: Saturday Holy Eucharist, Rite II - 5:30 P.M. Sunday Holy Eucharist, Rite I - 8:00 A.M. Holy Eucharist, Rite II - 10:00 A.M. Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Clergy & Staff: Terry Allen White – Bishop John D. Stonesifer – Interim Rector Delinda Buie – Deacon Assistant Josh Duncan – Organist and Choirmaster Marti Taber – Financial Secretary, Director of Christian Education Leo Simon - Sexton Vestry John D. Stonesifer – Chair Harry Dumesnil – Sr. Warden, 2016 Scott Shafer – Jr. Warden, 2015 Bob Shober – Treasurer, 2015 Liz Crone – Clerk, 2015 Laurie Duesing – 2016 Bryan Hudson – 2016 Jamie Ramsay – 2016 Rose Rodgers - 2015 Tara Grieshop-Goodwin – 2017 Cindi Richards – 2017 Frank Meier – 2017 Greg Premo – 2017 Receptionist Volunteers Alice Covell Premo – Mondays Barbara Patton - Tuesdays Doreen Fraser – Wednesdays Rose Rodgers – Thursdays Jeannie Park – Fridays

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church

www.stmarks.episcopalky.org 2822 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206

(502) 895-2429

The St. Marker is the monthly publication of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Louisville, Kentucky

Dear Friends, I write this to you at the same time I am preparing for the celebration of our patronal feast day – the Feast of St. Mark – on Sunday, April 26th. Drawing from Holy Men, Holy Women, we learn the following about our Patron Saint:

Tradition holds that Mark (sometimes called John Mark) was the young man who lost his clothes when Jesus was taken in the garden of Gethsemane (see Mark 14:51). It is also thought by many that the "upper room" where the Last Supper was held was in Mark's parents' home. Mark's mother, whose name was Mary, was a follower of Jesus and a friend of the disciples.

The apostle Peter seems to have taken young Mark under his wing…. Mark is generally regarded as the author of the second gospel, which bears his name. It is sometimes called the Gentile Gospel because it seems to be directed more toward a Gentile than a Jewish audience.

What stands out for me in this summary of Mark is the crucial role he played in the early life of the Church to take those stories of an earlier generation (Peter) and to share them with a new generation and audience. I believe this celebration can be for us a reminder to stay close to the mission of our ancient namesake, as well as to our founders from Crescent Hill – that is, to be led by the desire to share the Good News with the next generation. What a worthy topic for consideration and reflection – and action – as we spend the next year in preparation for our 125th Anniversary!

Pax, John D. Stonesifer+ Interim Rector

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161st Commencement Exercises Held on Sunday,

May 17th, you are cordially invited to the graduation of Fr. John Stonesifer as he receives his Doctorate in Ministry (D.Min.) from Louisville Seminary. His special area of studies has been in Interim Ministry and his doctoral project is titled, “Shalom in Interim Ministry.” Graduation takes place at Second Presbyterian Church (3701 Old Brownsboro Rd) at 3:30pm and is immediately followed by a reception.

Interested in Becoming a Deacon? Or More About Your Faith? The Diocesan School for Ministry is now accepting applications for the fall. Typically this follows some study with the EFM program. If you would like to learn more about this intensive study, see the material at the information table and speak to Fr. Stonesifer.

The Church Office will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Baptisms Our next opportunity for baptism will be Sunday, May 24. If you are interested in a baptism, please contact the parish office.

Looking Ahead… The Rt. Rev. Terry Allen White’s annual visit will be Trinity Sunday, May 31. If anyone is interested in being confirmed,

received or formally entered into the church, please contact the parish office to make arrangements.

At our Vestry meeting on April 21, 2015: Fr. John led us in

prayer, and a discussion about the meaning of the word Shalom. We filed the March financial report for review with the treasurer at a future meeting. Phil Scherer provided a report on the activities of the Rector Search Committee. The Summit was well attended and noted how positive the congregations input was. The Committee is incorporating the input into the Parish Profile, which will be sent out to applicants through the Dioceses. Susan Schueler has generously donated a decorative fence at the Memorial Garden. Harry and Scott presented a sketch incorporating the fence, a new walk and patio into a larger project at the rear entry of the church. Scott will meet with Buildings and Grounds to take the next steps. The Vestry unanimously approved Elizabeth Mitchell to the Rector Search Committee to fill a vacancy. Discussions are ongoing with the retail stores across Kennedy Ave to lease parking spaces in our lot. We will post future Vestry Meeting minutes on line and at St. Mark's. Thanks to Greg Premo for undertaking a new volunteer position - Lay Worship Coordinator working with greeters, and ushers. There is more roof work to be done over the front classroom windows. The Buildings and Grounds Committee will review proposals from Merrick Kemper for repairs. Fr. John led us in a closing Prayer. Harry Dumesnil

The Book Nook At twenty-two, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother’s death, her family scattered and her own marriage was soon destroyed. Four years later, with nothing more to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life. With no experience or training, driven only by blind will, she would hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State—and she would do it alone. Told with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor, Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her. Pick up a copy and join us in the Parlor for a lively discussion on May 21 at 7:00 P.M.. Questions? Contact Joyce Martin at 412-8881. ECW News… May 11, the ECW will take a day trip to the KY Railway Museum in New Haven, KY. We will enjoy a train ride through the Rolling Fork River Valley and visit the museum of historical locomotives. We will lunch nearby at a local restaurant. Contact Susan Schueler with any questions. June, July and August ECW will be on a hiatus. Meetings will resume in September at the home of Mary Helfrich. New Alcohol Policy: The Vestry has voted to adopt the Diocesan Alcohol Policy. Please review the on the policy on the next page.

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Honoring our

Volunteers This year we will honor both our dedicated and hard working church school teachers and our dozens of wonderfully devoted volunteers. If you have enriched our worship experience in any way we would like to thank you on Sunday, May 17 following the 10:00 A.M. service. Please plan to attend as we thank those dedicated to all the St. Mark’s ministries. We are most grateful for your service to St. Mark’s and realize that your commitment greatly contributes to the meaningful and glorious service we experience.

Search Committee Update Thanks so all who

participated in the Summit on April 19, 2015!It was a tremendous success thanks to all of you! The comments from that will be used to develop a church profile which will be provided to potential candidates. The Search Committee will now meeting with Canon Amy Coultas towards the development of that profile and will continue to keep the congregation apprised as they progress in the search.

Ronald MacDonald

House We are collecting toiletries for the Ronald MacDonald House. If you have small (travel size) shampoo, soap, or lotion please put them in the basket located in the hallway near the Dreher Room. Thank you.

Our Gala

Fundraiser… Pave the Way to

Our 125 Year Celebration

Save The Date… our second annual Gala, Dinner, Dance and Auction will be June 20. Volunteers are greatly needed and appreciated in order to make the evening a success. Please contact Liz Crone at 640-4675 or the church office for more information.

Women of St. Mark’s Tea: To be held on Saturday, May 30 from

2:00 to 4:00 P.M., this takes place in the church parlor and is open to everyone! Please sign up at the Information Center.

Children creating

Jockey Silks using symbols

Super Foyers!!

St. George’s Scholar Institute celebrates 51 years St. George’s Scholar Institute announced they will host ‘A Night of Discovery’ in celebration of 51 years of youth programs in west Louisville. On May 17, 2015, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., SGSI leaders and youth participants will join with the community to offer a reflection and prayers for continued success of the organization. Today, St. George's Scholar Institute thrives as one of the premier youth development agencies in west Louisville. Its programming has transformed the center from a "recreational hangout," where youngsters come for basketball and talent shows, into a thriving and educational environment for the youth of surrounding neighborhoods. This annual event will be held at St. George’s Scholar Institute, located at 1205 South 26th Street on May 17 at 5:00 p.m. with a light reception to follow. The community is encouraged to attend. About: Founded in 1964, St. George’s Scholar Institute (formerly St. George’s Community Center) offers various educational afterschool programs designed to prepare West Louisville youth in grades 4-12 for college and post secondary endeavors. Their mission is to launch youth into flights of self-discovery by impacting their lives for the benefit of the community. www.stgeorgesky.org.

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Parish Life….

We extend our deepest sympathies to:

the family and friends of Betty Sherrill

Mike and Tara Goodwin and family on the recent death of his brother, Jim Goodwin

John and Susan Stonesifer on the recent death of his uncle, Lee Fisher

Jim and Meta Richards on the recent death of his brother, John Richards

Barbara Patton and Dick Ruthers on the recent death of her sister, Mary Kline

Let light perpetual shine upon them May their souls, and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

As the Search Committee continues their work they ask we pray the following: Almighty and gracious Father, who has blessed us with 124 years of worship in this place: guide us as we seek the next rector for our parish, that we may be directed by your grace, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Please pray this month for….. - those ill or healing:

Anita Richards, Jane Bumpas, Jen, Maggie, Katie Gullett, Jack Trumbo, David, Barbara, Doris Coleman, Ann, Scott, Bill Miller, Denise, Katy Russo-Avery, Chad, Bob, June, Alan, Cathy, Doris Berry, Dave Klingman

- those serving in the Armed Forces of our Country: Alyson Gill, Jeremiah Harrel, Mike Morrison

May 1 Susan Stonesifer May 13 David MacCool May 26 Fran Reagan May 3 Collins Moore Elizabeth Dumesnil John Stonesifer

May 4 Desi Nisbett May 14 Derek Hart May 27 Robert Boone Cindi Richards May 18 Erin Hower May 28 Allen Bush Kathryn Taber May 19 Alex Campbell, Jr. Mollie Ronald May 5 Lila Ludwig Peter Campbell May 30 Alex Campbell

Cissy Dendy May 21 Alice Covell Premo Carolyn Markham Annie Ronald May 6 Ethan Moore Mason Walthall Ginnie Rose May 24 Tyler Fairleigh May 7 Jeanne Murrell Zach Silver Peter Kaufman Max Mason May 11 Tom Tate May 25 Nan Moore May 12 Chris Smith Barbara McGee

May 10 Karen and Frank Meier May 15 Annie and Peter Ronald May 21 Nancy and David James May 24 Charlotte and David Tindall May 25 Sara and Erik Marvin

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Flower and Candles: • May 3 Altar Flowers by June Gibson in remembrance of her husband, Richard Gibson, and their

children, Teresa, Norman and Richard, Jr.

• May 10 Altar Flowers by Alice Covell Premo in loving memory of her mother, Katherine Shaw Covell, and in celebration of all loving mothers amongst us.

• May 17 Altar Flowers by Nancy and David James in loving memory of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas James II and Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Ziegler; and her brother, Dr. Ed Ziegler.

• May 25 Altar Flowers by Cheri Boden in loving memory of her dad and mom, Charles D. Boden and Myrtle Boden; her aunt and uncle, Beatrice and Jasper Kibbe and their son, Jim Kibbe.

• May 31 Altar Flowers by Dr. and Mrs. Henry Fairleigh in loving memory of their dear friend Mary Frances Muir.

• Eucharistic Candles by June Richards in thanksgiving for her daughters, Kandace Stroup and

Cynthia Richards; and her grandchildren, David and Caroline Stroup.

• Five Branch Candles by Anita Poynter in loving memory of her parents, Dr. and Mrs. John Adkins.

• The Paschal Candle by Julia Jones in loving memory of her mother, Lillian Potts.

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St. Mark’s Episcopal Church 2822 Frankfort Avenue Louisville, KY 40206 502.895.2429 Parish.office@stmlky.org www.stmlky.org

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