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Above and left: the Altar and Columbarium brightly adorned for the Festival of Pentecost, May 23rd.
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Sunday Service held at 10:30 a.m. online and in-person, with all precautions for COVID-19 observed. Changes to St. Paul’s in response to the Bishop’s Letter
Vestry met and decided on the following changes in response to Bishop Hollingsworth, Jr.’s revised protocols. Servers in the Chancel who are fully vaccinated may remove their masks while performing their duties. When Fr. Phil is preaching, or officiating, he may remove his mask. When the Lectors are reading the Lessons or the Prayers of the People, then they may remove their mask. They will resume wearing their mask when they are not performing their duties in the Service. The Congregation still needs to wear masks throughout the Service. However, the Congregation may resume singing, but to sing softly. We will also resume sharing the Peace, but it will be done while keeping socially distanced unless it is with someone from your household. No physical contact. The guidelines do not permit Healers to pray with those seeking healing as no Laying on of Hands is permitted yet. However, Fr. Phil will be saying a Prayer for Healing at the end of the Prayers of the People before the Concluding Collect.
Votive candles may be lit again. There will be wooden matches on a small table by the Votive candles. You may take a match, light it from a burning candle, light your Votive candle, and drop the match into a used match cup. We will start with a Coffee Hour next Sunday, the first Sunday in June, outside in the Memorial Garden, weather permitting. We will have a couple of tables and chairs with limited refreshments. Lay Eucharistic Visitors may bring Communion (Host only) to those who wish it. The Lay Eucharistic Visitors will be masked and distanced throughout. Please consult with Fr. Phil+, before visiting. Thank you. David Lewis Senior Warden, St. Paul's Episcopal Church |
Current Calendar
We at St. Paul's welcome you. Should this be your first contact with St. Paul's or any Episcopal church, we invite you to explore the Seekers Center, which offers a detailed look at our traditions, practices and the application of our beliefs in today’s world. Please join our church family to see us firsthand in all-encompassing, loving action. |
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Participants in the Liturgy:
Celebrant/Preacher: Fr. Phil+ Guest Organist: Paul Watkins Crucifer: Douglas Colmery Lectors: Carol Sutek Greeters/Safety Team: Beth Paynter Altar Guild: Barb Anderson Weekly Cleaning: Susan Phillips Video: David Lewis Sound: David Lewis Counters: Carol Sutek, Patrick Weschler May our live streaming opportunities continue to be a source of comfort and renewal to you. Thank you for joining us. God's Blessings. Stay well and safe. For instructions on closed-captioning, please click here. |
Our Mission Statement:
St. Paul’s is a radically welcoming Episcopal community in downtown Canton,
grounded in faith, called by God’s Love to minister to the world.
St. Paul’s is a radically welcoming Episcopal community in downtown Canton,
grounded in faith, called by God’s Love to minister to the world.
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God's Peace and Love be with You.
We recognize that not everyone is ready to return yet and want to assure you that the service will still be available via Facebook Live and, later, on the St. Paul's YouTube channel. However you choose to attend, it is great to know that the St. Paul's remains a strong and caring family. Our secretary, Peggy, remains in the office Monday thru Thursday 8:00-Noon. There are no office hours on Fridays. The office email is stpaulsoffice@att.net; and you may leave a message on the phone voicemail (330)455-0286 Address St. Paul's Episcopal Church P.O. Box 21333 (Please note that all mail must be sent to P.O. box.) 425 Cleveland Avenue S.W. Canton, OH 44702 |
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Recently at St. Paul's:
Christmas glory.
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All Saints Day Remembrance
-Each red rose is in loving memory of:
Dan Pastor
Deb Shamlin
Anne Hedgeman Dulabahn
Jared Marcum
Rev. William F. Tompkin, Deacon
Angela Myers
John H. Lothrop
Rev. Erv Smuda
-The white rose is for all in the world who have died from Covid-19.
-Each red rose is in loving memory of:
Dan Pastor
Deb Shamlin
Anne Hedgeman Dulabahn
Jared Marcum
Rev. William F. Tompkin, Deacon
Angela Myers
John H. Lothrop
Rev. Erv Smuda
-The white rose is for all in the world who have died from Covid-19.
We remember Jared Alexander Marcum, who left this earth on August 25th, 2020. Jared was a much-loved and faithful past member of St. Paul's congregation along with his family. His full obituary can be found here. May you rest forever in God's embrace, Jared.
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A small, private service was held for our friend Deb Shamlin on Saturday, 22nd August at 11:00 a.m. The service will be viewable through live stream at our Facebook page.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Celebrant: The Reverend Philip F. Kunder(Fr. Phil+), Long term Supply Priest Preaching: The Reverend Canon Dr. Sandye A. Wilson+ Crucifer: Douglas Colmery Lectors: Todd Shamlin, Son Jay Shamlin, Son Organist: Bill Kendrick, Parish Musician Emeritus |
Above: Moments from our June 21st re-opening, courtesy of M.L. Schultze.
Above: Members of Vestry for 2020, from left: Judy Arrington, David Lewis, Senior Warden; M.L. Schultze, Clerk; Karen Swope, Carol Sutek, Junior Warden; Dr. Richard Oloya, Patrick Weschler, Douglas Colmery, Treasurer. Photo by David Rotthoff.
Candlemas, February 2nd. Photos by David Rotthoff.
Above: Happy Anniversary to Dr. Richard and Dorothy Oloya ; Rick Senften and M.L. Schultze. Photos by David Rotthoff.
Above: Mt. Olive Baptist Church joined with St. Paul's to co-host the January 19th service in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King. Rev. Eric Howard (at right) was our guest preacher. Photos by Rick Senften and M.L. Schultze.
Above: images from last Sunday's Annual meeting, which took place following a hearty repast. Photographed by David Rotthoff.
Above: St. Paul’s and the MacDowell Music Club co-sponsored the St. Nicholas Balalaika Orchestra in concert Sunday, Jan. 12 at St. Paul’s. The orchestra has appeared at St. Paul’s many times in the past and has always been immensely popular with the public. Photos by David Rotthoff.
Above: Elegant treats and elegant music at Sunday, January 5th's Epiphany Tea. Photos by David Rotthoff.
St. Paul is back in the house! Photo by David Rotthoff.
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Saint Paul’s hosted Soprano Suzanne Woods on Wednesday, December 4 as part of the church’s Concert & Compline series. Under the title of Ding, Dong, it must be Christmas, Ms. Woods offered a program of Christmas gems and light selections of the season. Photo by David Rotthoff.
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Above, left: This December, Pete Taflan and family celebrated his 98th birthday. Congratulations, Pete!!! Right: Happy Birthday to Linda Kendrick as well! (Hi, Bill!)
Another Successful Year for Thanksgiving Baskets!!!
Below: Volunteers sort through thousands of donations that came into St. Paul’s for the annual Thanksgiving Baskets distribution on Nov. 23. More than 1,100 local families received turkeys and bags of food to prepare their Thanksgiving dinners.
The interfaith effort including churches, synagogues and mosques has been underway for 40 years. Photos courtesy of David Rotthoff.
Below: Volunteers sort through thousands of donations that came into St. Paul’s for the annual Thanksgiving Baskets distribution on Nov. 23. More than 1,100 local families received turkeys and bags of food to prepare their Thanksgiving dinners.
The interfaith effort including churches, synagogues and mosques has been underway for 40 years. Photos courtesy of David Rotthoff.
The Feast of all Saints, Solemn Evensong Rite II.
November 4th, 2019
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Canton. 150th Anniversary
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Massillon, 183rd Anniversary
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Canton, 65th Anniversary
Photos by David Rotthoff.
November 4th, 2019
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Canton. 150th Anniversary
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Massillon, 183rd Anniversary
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Canton, 65th Anniversary
Photos by David Rotthoff.
Below: Additional Evensong photos by Bill Rand, St. Mark's.
Below: video of the Solemn Evensong choral performance, courtesy of M.L. Schultze.
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Left: Jefferson McConnaughey, acclaimed organist from Columbus, performed at Wednesday night’s concert and compline on St. Paul’s E.M. Skinner organ, which has been restored by Kegg Pipe Organ Builders. McConnaughey’s selections included “The Last Chord,” a poem by Adelaide Anne Proctor set to music by Sir Arthur Sullivan. “ I have sought, but I seek it vainly, that one lost chord divine, Which came from the soul of the organ and entered into mine.” St. Paul’s offers concert and compline the first Wednesday evening of each month beginning at 7 pm. |
Above: Opening Remarks from Senior Warden David Lewis at St. Paul's 150th Anniversary Celebration Dinner on Saturday, October 26th. Photos by David Rotthoff.
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Left: Artisans from Radiant Arts removed the Lady Chapel window and another along the south wall this week to begin their restoration. The Lady Chapel story of the Annunciation and Nativity is the oldest in the church. The Beach City company’s work restoring the nearly 100-year-old windows began with the image of Saint Paul’s above the balcony. |
Below: More repair of stained-glass windows:
Photos by David Rotthoff
Below: October 3rd's Concert and Compline featured Erin Byrne, soprano, and Joanne Fox, dulcimer. Photo by David Rotthoff.
St. Paul's presence was very strong during its annual Hall of Fame Parade outreach on August 3rd. Early risers handed out doughnuts, bottled water, and good will to bystanders. Photo by David Rotthoff.
Housewarming party for Larry and Vicki Simpkins on Sunday, July 28
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On Sunday, July 7th, the African Children's Choir appeared at St. Paul's during their "Just as I Am" hymns tour, and performed a riveting concert of music and storytelling! Details below. Photos by David Rotthoff, videos courtesy of Rick Senften and M.L. Schultze.
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Praise, thanks and a joyful noise
For three days this week, the sounds and dreams of 16 children from Uganda are filling St. Paul’s. Thanks to Olivia Johnson, our church is hosting the African Children’s Choir on their “Just As I Am” North American tour, beginning with a concert that drew 125 people in out of the pouring rain Sunday night. Children from Canton stood on the pews to join their counterparts from the other side of the world in a combination of song, dance and story telling ranging from traditional Ugandan rhythms to “This Little Light of Mine.” But children weren’t the only ones moving -- and moved -- by the performance. The evening raised more than $900 to to sponsor the choir, which is part of Music for Life -- a program begun by Ray Barnett in Uganda, which was then dominated by dictatorship and war, 35 years ago. Today the ministry extends to a half-dozen African countries. And while music is its backbone, the goal is education -- of both the children and the world. The children, most ages 7-10, spend six months preparing for their nine-month tours. When they return home, they’ll attend boarding school through university graduation, an expense their families could never afford. From there, as they told the audience at St. Paul’s, they’ll become doctors, nurses,teachers, scientists, police officers. For Music for Life, the goal is that they’ll become leaders of their home countries, and help counteract the stereotypes of those countries as places hopelessly caught in poverty, tyranny and greed. In Canton, the children are spending their days at the church, doing school work, enjoying favorite meals (spaghetti, top of the list) prepared by Beth Paynter, Carol Sutek, Judy Arrington, Brenda Denning, Bonnie Frazier, Nancy Suba and others -- and rehearsing for their next stop in Columbus. They and their chaperones are staying with host families -- the newest “aunties” and “uncles” in their lives. |
For more on Music for Life and the African Children’s Choir,
go to africanchildrenschoir.com. |
On June 23, St. Paul’s marked our 150th anniversary, as well as the dedication of our current sanctuary 96 years ago, with a family friendly picnic and ice cream social!
Newcomers and old friends joined us for the service (below left), music, games, food and fellowship, church tours and glimpses of St. Paul’s (and greater Canton) over the years. The festivities began at 12:15 p.m. at the spot where St. Paul’s took root in Canton 150 years ago: 425 Cleveland Ave. SW (below right).
Newcomers and old friends joined us for the service (below left), music, games, food and fellowship, church tours and glimpses of St. Paul’s (and greater Canton) over the years. The festivities began at 12:15 p.m. at the spot where St. Paul’s took root in Canton 150 years ago: 425 Cleveland Ave. SW (below right).
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Below, far left: Well over one hundred people helped us celebrate these two very special occasions. Below, left: the Lilly family was among those competing in a photo scavenger hunt and other games celebrating St.Paul’s and the Episcopal church. Below, right: a barbershop quartet entertained. Below, far right: friends from Mt. Olive Baptist Church, who have been our partners on the Courageous Conversations discussion of racial reconciliation, joined us for the picnic and ice cream social.
Preserving the stained-glass story of St. Paul's
Photo courtesy of David Rotthoff
Update: Jim Foltz of Radiant Arts met with the congregation on May 26 to outline the most immediate needs to repair and reinforce the stained-glass windows that illuminate our sanctuary. The estimated cost is about $23,000. We've had pledges for approximately half the cost and the Vestry is launching a matching-gifts campaign.
St. Paul’s has had more than three-dozen windows installed over time. The high-altar window and its more than 10,000 piece of glass was installed by the time the church was consecrated in 1929. The last of the windows were dedicated in 1946.
The window depicting our namesake, St. Paul, looks down over the balcony. It was dedicated in 1936 to the late Rev. Walter McCowatt, the dynamic priest who led St. Paul’s for nearly two decades and built our current church. The window faces west, which means its been battered by wind, snow, rain, hail and everything else Mother Nature has thrown at it over the last 83 years. For a complete list of the windows and their subjects, please see the News page.
Photo courtesy of David Rotthoff
Update: Jim Foltz of Radiant Arts met with the congregation on May 26 to outline the most immediate needs to repair and reinforce the stained-glass windows that illuminate our sanctuary. The estimated cost is about $23,000. We've had pledges for approximately half the cost and the Vestry is launching a matching-gifts campaign.
St. Paul’s has had more than three-dozen windows installed over time. The high-altar window and its more than 10,000 piece of glass was installed by the time the church was consecrated in 1929. The last of the windows were dedicated in 1946.
The window depicting our namesake, St. Paul, looks down over the balcony. It was dedicated in 1936 to the late Rev. Walter McCowatt, the dynamic priest who led St. Paul’s for nearly two decades and built our current church. The window faces west, which means its been battered by wind, snow, rain, hail and everything else Mother Nature has thrown at it over the last 83 years. For a complete list of the windows and their subjects, please see the News page.
