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The Parishioner
Volume 26 Issue 07 A Publication of St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church July 2021
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ. It’s July already??? It’s hard to believe, but at the end of June, Jessie
and I have been here for 8 months. We are so thankful for each of you, for your love, support, and welcome. As
your Pastor, I am grateful for your patience – adjusting to a new Pastor and making it through the added
challenges brought about by the pandemic.
I want to address something that is on the minds and in the hearts of several members of St. Mark’s: What
about the Saturday night service? Let me begin by letting you know that we (Council, Personnel Committee,
Worship & Music, & I) have been having a lot of discussion about it. I am going to be honest with you, so you
know the things we have been considering and some of the questions that have been asked. I will offer a few
thoughts (some of which go beyond just the Saturday service) as I proceed.
Is the Saturday evening service necessary at this point? This is the question that stood out at the
beginning of our discussions. In conversations with Worship & Music Committee, Personnel
Committee, and Church Council, we know that there are some members who have a difficult time
getting up and ready for the Sunday morning 9:00 service. We also know that there are people who
can come on Sunday, but won’t, simply because they prefer Saturday evening.
What is the purpose and nature of the Church? Just recently I was approached by a “Saturday
Night” person who has been worshipping on Sunday morning. She said to me, “You know, Pastor,
it’s so nice to be here together with so many people. I’ve gotten to know some people I had not met
before.” The committees and council have already agreed we would not return to two Sunday
morning services unless we “outgrow” the sanctuary. It’s like having two (and, in the case of
Saturday evening, three) separate congregations. Given everything we have been through and all
the challenges we have faced, it has been a very real and deep joy to be together in the sanctuary,
to confess our sins and receive absolution, to sing, to hear the reading and proclamation of God’s
Word, to pray, and to gather at the Lord’s Table to receive the Sacrament. On Easter we celebrated
First Communion of Caleb and Gianna. On Sunday, 6 June, we celebrated the Sacrament of Holy
Baptism of Alivia Gregory (and there will be two more baptisms later this summer). On a date still
to be determined, we will celebrate the Rite of Confirmation. Since I assumed ministerial duties here
on 25 October, I have seen an increase in attendance (last Sunday there were 147 people here [we
did celebrate baptism]!!!). We have welcomed a number of visitors, some of whom have inquired
about membership. The current on-the-books membership of St. Mark’s (active & inactive) is over
1000 people!!! Over the past 2 years we have averaged under 200. Where is everyone? What does
it mean to be a member of a Church, a member of the Body of Christ? A congregation is strongest
and healthiest and is therefore able to minister more effectively to the community when it is unified
as “the one body of Christ” where it is called to serve.
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What about necessary staff? Without going into detail (there are a lot of details and “moving
parts”), Rebecca Veith has told us she is willing to resume playing for the Saturday night service.
However, she recently underwent some medical tests and was told she will have to have surgery in
late June and then begin treatment. She doesn’t know what effect they will have on her. (Please
remember her in your prayers.) After further discussions at the June Worship & Music Committee,
it was deemed best to wait, possibly until September, to resume the Saturday night service. We will
keep in close contact with Rebecca and continue to talk openly with her about her health and
availability.
As you can tell, there are several issues/factors that we have been and are wrestling with and considering
as we try to make decisions that are best for St. Mark’s, our worship, fellowship, ministry, and staff. It is
impossible to please everyone. We all know that we can’t do everything that everyone prefers or likes, otherwise
there would be chaos, nor could we find the time or the resources. So, as we move forward, please pray for
your St. Mark’s family, please be patient, and please, in the meantime, come to worship on Sunday morning.
I close with these words from St. Paul to the church in Corinth:
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For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is
with Christ. 13For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and we were all
made to drink of one Spirit. 14Indeed, the body does not consist of one member but of many. 15If the foot would say,
“Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 16And if the ear
would say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. 17If
the whole body were an eye, where would the hearing be? If the whole body were hearing, where would the sense of smell
be? 18But as it is, God arranged the members in the body, each one of them, as he chose. 19If all were a single member,
where would the body be? 20As it is, there are many members, yet one body. 21The eye cannot say to the hand, “I have no
need of you,” nor again the head to the feet, “I have no need of you.” 22On the contrary, the members of the body that seem
to be weaker are indispensable, 23and those members of the body that we think less honorable we clothe with greater
honor, and our less respectable members are treated with greater respect; 24whereas our more respectable members do
not need this. But God has so arranged the body, giving the greater honor to the inferior member, 25that there may be no
dissension within the body, but the members may have the same care for one another. 26If one member suffers, all suffer
together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it (1 Corinthians 12.12-26).
Blessings,
Pastor Phillips
>Would you like a visit or communion brought to your home?
Pastor would be glad to accommodate you. Call the church office @ (724)287-6741,
Or
Pastor David Phillips, at the church, Monday – Thursday (724)287-6741
Or anytime at: email: dmp628@yahoo.com, cell phone: 920-285-1990
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Grab your knitting needles and/or
crochet hooks!
Prayer Shawl Meeting
3T Meeting Tuesday, July 13 @ 1:00 pm in the
Church Lounge.
Wednesday, July 7 What makes a prayer shawl special?
9:00 am. – Noon “This [recipient] is held in the crafter's thoughts
Talk - Task - Tea [and prayers] from beginning to end. Then
Everyone is welcome to join the fun! whenever the recipient wears the shawl they
have a tangible reminder of the care
and prayers directed their way. It is as much a
healing item for one person as it is the other.”
On Sunday, July 25, during the adult education hour, St. Mark’s member & Executive Director of
Lutheran Lay Renewal of America, Bill Oehlschlager, will be giving a PowerPoint presentation on his
May mission to the Lutheran Church of Uganda. All are welcome to join us at 10:15 to hear about
what is happening in this rapidly growing church. St. Mark’s supports the ministry of Lutheran Lay
Renewal in Uganda, so this is an opportunity to see how the finanicial support of St. Mark’s is having
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an impact in the lives of Ugandan Lutherans. ~God’s Peace & Blessings, Bill Oehlschlager
Sunday, July 11, “School Kit” bags will be IN-TENTS CHURCH CAMP
available for filling.
This project is sponsored by the Women of St. Mark’s Elementary Camp – July 12-14
with the 3T volunteers sewing up the bags.
Youth Camp – July 19-23
Bags can be picked up by the entrances in the
sanctuary, a list of items to be placed in the bags will St.Thomas Church Grove,
be attached. Return bags by Sunday, August 8. 1341 Ridge Road, Hooversville, PA
Sunday, August 8,
immediately following the
Sunday School Hour.
Being held at the Church in
Fellowship Hall and the
St. Mark’s Financial Overview No Church Council Meeting in
May 2021 the month of July. Court Yard.
Receipts $32,993.89 Watch the bulletins for
Expenses $31,362.26 Next Meeting Tuesday, August 10
Excess $1,631.63
more details!
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Notes from Katie’s Kitchen …….
Happy July & Happy Birthday to the USA. Hopefully, you are enjoying these beautiful summer days &
soaking up some of that glorious sunshine that we long for in January! Give me the sun & a 72 degree day
with a slight breeze & I’m a happy girl! All of the rain that we had in June should make for a bumper crop
of cucumbers & lots of hydrangea blooms! I know that the plants that I recently planted or moved are
thrilled with the rain & I’m thrilled I don’t have to water daily!
God continues to bless Katie’s Kitchen with willing volunteers & nutritious food supplies to feed our
friends who visit us weekly. I would like to spotlight several who fly under the radar but are a huge help
to me:
Each week of the month the list of volunteers changes to some degree. Some volunteers come every
week, some bi-weekly & some come once a month. Trying to keep the lists straight & to remind
volunteers who are scheduled to help is the job of Karenlynn Rauschenberger and Carol Holt. They
graciously make weekly phone calls to check on volunteers to see if they are available for their
scheduled weeks. It saves me a great deal of time & energy and makes my job so much easier! I’m
so thankful for the effort that they give to this ministry! Please remember Jean Arnold who made
phone calls for a long time as she continues to recover from a stroke.
Two others that are critically important to what we do are custodians, John & Larry. They are
always available to accept my food deliveries & refrigerate or freeze them appropriately, move
tables, or clean our floors. They answer all of my questions & are quick to respond to anything I ask!
They are a wonderful asset to St Mark’s & I truly appreciate ALL that they do for Katie’s Kitchen!
A shout out goes to Bobbi Wick who has been volunteering at KK for some time. Her new schedule
will conflict with our serving hours. We appreciate all Bobbi has done to help us & wish her the very
best!❤
I have said before & continue to believe that it “takes a village” to do what we do. In this land where we
are so blessed with so much, we have a responsibility to help our neighbors who may not have as much as
we do. Right now many are still suffering from the effects of this pandemic which we still are not out of.
Physically, mentally, or emotionally many are still hurting. Please remember to be KIND. We have no idea
what some are going through. The freedoms we share in this country also mean that we have a
responsibility to care for those less fortunate. As we celebrate the birth of our great nation, let’s remember
the great men who signed the Declaration of Independence wanted freedom for all men! It might have
taken us a while to get there— & yes, we are still working through those ideals but, all in all, we are
incredibly blessed!
God Bless America &
all of the good that she stands for,
-Justine
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July Recipes
PULLED PORK SLIDERS ~makes about 36 sliders PURPLE CABBAGE COLESLAW
Here's what you will need:
Here's what you will need:
36 Slider buns
2 cups purple cabbage, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup matchstick carrots
1 tablespoon paprika
4 kale leaves, diced
1 teaspoon cumin
Dressing
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1 boneless pork shoulder (3 pounds), skin and excess fat removed
1 lemon, juiced
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 tablespoon grainy mustard
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
36 slider buns
In a large bowl, combine the
BBQ Sauce cabbage, onion, carrots, and kale.
2 packets KC Masterpiece® Sweet Honey BBQ Sauce Mix
3/4 cups apple juice In a separate bowl, whisk together
1/2 cup reserved pork liquid the mayonnaise, lemon juice, grainy
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar mustard, and honey. Add salt and
pepper to taste.
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, salt, paprika, cumin, and black
pepper. Rub onto the pork shoulder. Set aside. Add the dressing to the veggies until
In the bottom of a slow cooker, add a layer of onions, chicken broth, and desired creaminess is achieved.
balsamic vinegar. Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top. Cover and cook on Source: https://inspiredbycharm.com/pulled-pork-
low for about 8 hours until very tender. Remove the meat. Reserve the liquid sliders/
and let it cool.
When cool, use a fork or your hands to pull the meat into shreds. Remove There shall be eternal summer
any excess fat or grizzle. in the grateful heart.
Using a spoon, skim off any excess fat from the liquid in the slow cooker, ~Celia Thaxter
Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve, reserving the liquid. Reserve one
half cup of this liquid; return the rest to the crock pot with the shredded pork.
Next, prepare your BBQ sauce. In a medium bowl combine the KC
Masterpiece Sweet Honey BBQ Sauce Mix, apple juice, reserved pork liquid,
and balsamic vinegar.
Add one cup of the BBQ sauce to the slow cooker. Mix to combine with the
pulled pork. Cook for one more hour on low. Serve on slider buns, topped
with Purple Cabbage Coleslaw, and additional BBQ sauce.
Source: https://inspiredbycharm.com/pulled-pork-sliders/
"It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation
was founded, not by religionists, but by Christians; not on religions, but
on the gospel of Jesus Christ. For this very reason peoples of other faiths
have been afforded asylum, prosperity, and freedom of worship here."
Patrick Henry - Ratifier of the U.S. Constitution –
The Trumpet Voice of Freedom: Patrick Henry of Virginia, p. iii.
Source: https://www.learnreligions.com/christian-quotes-of-the-founding-fathers-700789
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The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
We welcome into Christ’s Kingdom through
Holy Baptism
Alivia Lynn Gregory,
daughter of Corey & Abigail Gregory,
sister of Caleb, Colin & Cole Gregory
Alivia’s sponsors are Tommy Hageter &
Dottie Steighner.
Grandparents: Ralph & Lori McPherson,
Mike & Kelly Pflugh, Don & Tina Gregory
Great Grandparents: Judy Neill, Joe & Anita
Tobin, Don & Jane Gregory, Bill & Patty
Pflugh.
Through Water and the Word, God brings His gifts
of forgiveness of sins, protection from the evil one,
and the promise of everlasting life. As this child is
born into God’s Family today she will become part
of our Church Family at St. Mark’s. Pray for her and
her parents, encourage them in their faith. We
rejoice with you!
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
We welcome into Christ’s Kingdom through
Holy Baptism
Athena Lynn Rhodes, daughter of Anthony
Rhodes & Jamie Rauch, sister of Kayla &
Alysa
Athena’s sponsors are Angel Kuhta and
Justin Ruetschi.
Grandparents: Natalie Rhodes, Roy Gibson
Great Grandparents: Ruth Gibson,
Merle Rhodes
Through Water and the Word, God brings His gifts
of forgiveness of sins, protection from the evil one,
and the promise of everlasting life. As this child is
born into God’s Family today she will become part
of our Church Family at St. Mark’s. Pray for her and
her parents, encourage them in their faith. We
rejoice with you!
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JOKE OF THE MONTH July Folklore Actual Announcements from
Church Bulletins
Q. How come there aren’t any ~Ne’er trust a July sky. -"Remember in prayer
knock-knock jokes about America? the many who are sick of our
~If ant hills are high in church and the community.”
July, the coming winter
will be hard. -“Thursday at 5:00 p.m. there will
??????????????????????????????????? be a meeting of the Little Mothers
~As July, so next Club. All wishing to become little
A. Because freedom rings. January. mothers, please see the minister in
his study.”
================================= ~No tempest, good July,
Lest the corn look ruely.
-“Weight Watchers will meet at
Q. Why did the duck say bang? 7:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian
~Whatever July and Church. Please use large double
August do not boil, door at the side entrance.”
September can not fry.
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Source:https://www.almanac.com/co Source:
ntent/month-july-holidays-facts- https://www.memesforjesus.com/blogs/com
A. Because he was a firequacker. folklore munity/actual-announcements-from-
church-bulletins
July Trivia
1. The Declaration of Independence Wasn’t Actually Signed in July - On July 4, 1776, Congress officially
adopted the Declaration of Independence, but it actually wasn’t signed until almost a month later. When
the declaration was officially approved on July 4, John Hancock and Charles Thompson (president and
secretary of the Continental Congress) signed the draft that day. But the official copy wasn’t signed by all 56
signers until August 2, 1776.
2. George Washington Celebrated the Holiday with Rum - While many of us enjoy a red, white, and blue
cocktail on the Fourth of July, George Washington may have been the first to start the tradition. On the
second anniversary of the first Fourth of July, America was still fighting for independence in the
Revolutionary War. George Washington ordered a double ration of rum for his soldiers (along with an
artillery salute) to celebrate the holiday on July 4, 1778.
3. Three Presidents Have Died on July 4 - While only one president has been born on Independence
Day, three have died on the holiday. Presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson actually died on the
same day, on July 4, 1826, the fiftieth anniversary of the Fourth of July. Later, President James Monroe
died on July 4, 1831.
4. Apple Pie Is Considered the Most American Dessert - When the colonists first came to America, they
were looking for ways to distance themselves from Britain. They ditched their traditional scones and cakes
and learned how to make a flaky pastry crust from Dutch immigrants who had also come to America.
Since apples were easy to come by, they filled the pastries with apple slices and the tradition of apple pie
(and independence) was born.
Source: https://www.bhg.com/holidays/july-4th/traditions/fourth-of-july-trivia/
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JULY “WEATHERLORE”
July is a month with some good weather lore. First, July 3rd marks the beginning of the “Dog Days of Summer,”
the period between July 3rd and August 11th when the Sun occupies the same region of the sky as Sirius, the
Dog Star. It was once believed that due to the star’s position at this time of year that it somehow conspired
with the Sun to make the days hotter.
July Weather Lore Dates:
July 15 — St. Swithin Day — if on St. Swithin’s Day ye do rain, for forty days it will remain.
July 25 — Puffy white clouds on this day foretells much snow in the coming winter.
July 26 — St. Anne’s day — Rain on St. Anne’s will continue for a month and a week.
“When the moon is in the north, The skillful fisher goes not forth;
When the wind is in the east, ‘Tis good for neither man nor beast;
When the wind is in the south, It blows the flies in the fish’s Mouth;
But when the wind is in the west, There it is the very best.”
Source: https://www.farmersalmanac.com/july-lore-12293
July Quiz CHECK OUT St. Mark’s member
1. Which signer of the Constitution had a peg leg? Dennis Hindman’s new video
A. Jacob Broom, B. James McHenry, C. Gouverneur Morris
2. Which state had the most signers of the Declaration?
message on YouTube!
A. Virginia, B. Massachusetts, C. Pennsylvania On YouTube.com search
3. Which president was inducted into the national wrestling Hall of
Springdale Lutheran Church,
Fame?
West Sunbury, PA,
A. Dwight Eisenhower, B. Gerald Ford, C. Abraham Lincoln
4. Which signer of the Declaration died in a pistol duel?
A. Button Gwinnett, B. George Clymer, C. James Smith Look for the title:
5. Which president called himself a “church-going animal”? “Part 2 of One Nation Under God”
A. John Adams, B. Millard Fillmore, C. Grover Cleveland ++++++++++
Answers on page 11
"While we are zealously performing the duties of good citizens and soldiers, we certainly ought not to be inattentive
to the higher duties of religion. To the distinguished character of Patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the
more distinguished character of Christian." – George Washington, 1st President, The Writings of Washington, pp. 342-343.
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Source: https://www.learnreligions.com/christian-quotes-of-the-founding-fathers-700789
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You are Needed! “The gifts of your time and talents are
As we take these summer months to rest and appreciated.”
regroup, please consider the many church “Thank you for the dessert donations for
committees that are in need of input from our Butler Meals on Wheels! We are appreciative.”
church family members. Your gifts are needed!
Please prayerfully consider volunteering your Mary, Natalie, Jean Ann,
time and talents.
Roberta & Cindy
*Committees include: Christian Education,
Personnel, Communication, Worship & Music, “Your kind expression of sympathy and friendship
Social Ministry, Stewardship, Youth & Family, will always remain in our memories. Thank you for
Evangelism, Finance, Memorial, Nominating, your thoughtfulness.” Thank you for the glass with
Property, St. Mark’s Women, Fellowship. the beautiful flower.” ~The Cypher Family
*Because of constitution changes, the 2022
Church Council will be seeking to fill (6) seats, “Thank you for sending the church bulletin each
half of the council, in the November election. week. The format is so attractive and easy to follow.
Even though I’m not able to be in Butler, I am able to
*Don’t forget the people needed to make the participate in the service, even singing the hymns. Best
service happen each week! Some of those of all, I can see what activities are going on and keep
committees being, Altar Guild, Ushers, up-to-date with my church members.”
Acolytes, Lector/Communion Servers,
Choir/Bell Choir, Sound System, Sunday “Where I’m living now in Panama City Beach
School Leaders. Florida, I attend the Venture Out Chapel on the
premises. My heart is still with the church I grew up
To volunteer or to get more information, call in – St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.”
the church office or reach out to a council
member today! In Christian love,
Carole Fibick
“Dear Friends, Thank you for your generous gift to “To our brothers & sisters in Christ at St. Mark’s,
Butler Meals on Wheels. We are thrilled to have your THANK YOU! Your sanctuary is beautiful and all
support. Through your donation we have been able
of you who helped us for our wedding were so
to prepare and deliver hot, nutritious meals to the
kind and sure have a loving servant’s heart for
homebound of Butler, and help keep the elderly in
their homes. You truly make the difference for us, the Lord.” ~With Gratitude
and we are extremely grateful! This year marks fifty- Cole & Kelly Hepler
two years of service in Butler, The generosity of
folks like you make it possible for our organization
to exist and for our community to be a great place to “The Lord bless you,
because you have shown this kindness.
live.” ~ Sincerely, Mary Pataky, Program Director
” 2 Samuel 2:5
“Dear Parishioners of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, On behalf of the City of Butler, thank you
for your donation. Thank you for several years of contributions. Your donation will help defray
the costs of vital services the City of Butler provides including fire suppression, police protection,
maintained streets, and recreational parks.” Sincerely, Benjamin A Smith,
Mayor, City of Butler
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July 2021
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.
1 2 3
5:00pm Katie’s
Kitchen
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
9:00am Worship 9:00am 3T
10:15am S.S.
5:00pm Katie’s
Kitchen
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
9:00am Worship
In-Tents Elementary Church Camp
10:15am S.S.
5:00pm Katie’s
Kitchen
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
9:00am Worship In-Tents Youth Church Camp
10:15am S.S.
5:00pm Katie’s
Kitchen
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
9:00am Worship
10:15am S.S.
5:00pm Katie’s
Kitchen
July Birthstone-ruby, which is believed to protect its wearer from evil
July Flower-larkspur, especially white forms, generally indicates lightheartedness; pink, fickleness; purple, first love
-water lily symbolizes purity of heart
Scripture
“I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.”
John 15:11
Answers from page 9: 1. C, 2. C, 3. C, 4. A, 5. A
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Phone: 724-287-6741
724-287-6747
201 West Jefferson Street
Tuesday – Friday
Sunday: 9:00 am.
Butler, Pennsylvania 16001
9:00 AM -- 1: 00 PM
Parish Office Hours:
WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday School: 10:15 am.
Website: www.stmarksbutler.org
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CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
St. Mark’s Staff
Rev. David Phillips, Senior Pastor
Wendy Holt, Parish Administrator
Darcie Pomykata, Youth Director
John Lingenfelter, Custodian
Larry Rettig, Custodian
Ralph Christy, Jr., Director of Music
Rebecca Veith, Organist
Ron Atkison, Council President
Judy Minehart, Council Secretary
Sherry Young, Treasurer
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BUTLER, PAJuly Lessons and Prayers
*July 4, 2021 – Ezekiel 2:1-5, Psalm 123, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Mark 6:1-13
God of the covenant, in our baptism You call us to proclaim the coming of Your kingdom. Give us
the courage You gave the apostles, that we may faithfully witness to Your love and peace in every
circumstance of life, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
*July 11, 2021 – Amos 7:7-15, Psalm 85:1-13, Ephesians 1:3-14, Mark 6:14-29
O God, from You come all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works. Give to us, Your
servants, that peace which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to obey Your
commandments; and also that we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may live in peace and
quietness, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
*July 18, 2021 – Jeremiah 23:1-6, Psalm 23, Ephesians 2:11-22, Mark 6:30-44
O God, powerful and compassionate, You shepherd Your people, faithfully feeding and protecting
us. Heal each of us, and make us a whole people, that we may embody the justice and peace of Your
Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
*July 25, 2021 – Genesis 9:8-17, Psalm 136:1-9, Ephesians 3:14-21, Mark 6:45-56
Gracious God, You have placed within the hearts of all Your children a longing for Your word and
a hunger for Your truth. Grant that we may know Your Son to be the true bread of heaven and share
this bread with all the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Samuel Adams - Signer of the Declaration of Independence and Father of the American Revolution
"And as it is our duty to extend our wishes to the happiness of the great family of man, I conceive
that we cannot better express ourselves than by humbly supplicating the Supreme Ruler of the
world that the rod of tyrants may be broken to pieces, and the oppressed made free again; that
wars may cease in all the earth, and that the confusions that are and have been among nations
may be overruled by promoting and speedily bringing on that holy and happy period when the
kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ may be everywhere established, and all people
everywhere willingly bow to the sceptre of Him who is Prince of Peace."
--As Governor of Massachusetts, Proclamation of a Day of Fast, March 20, 1797.
Benjamin Rush - Signer of the Declaration of Independence and Ratifier of the U.S. Constitution
"The gospel of Jesus Christ prescribes the wisest rules for just conduct in every situation of life.
Happy they who are enabled to obey them in all situations!"
-- The Autobiography of Benjamin Rush, pp. 165-166.
Source: https://www.learnreligions.com/christian-quotes-of-the-founding-fathers-700789
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