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5/18/2025

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St. Aidan's May 9, 2025 Update

The mission of St. Aidan's is to make disciples by proclaiming Christ as Lord and making a difference in our community.

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Sunday, May 18, at 10:00 am

Easter 5

St. Aidan's Episcopal Church

14301 S. Black Bob Rd,

Olathe, KS 66062

913-764-3050

Father Steve is Back and New Status

After spending last weekend in the hospital dealing with a heart rhythm issue, we welcome Father Steve back to celebrate with us this Sunday, May 18. He thanks all for support and prayers during his absence.

And there is more good news! At its meeting Wednesday, the Vestry unanimously called Fr. Steve to the position of Rector of St. Aidan's. He will continue to serve with us indefinitely on a part time basis as defined in an updated letter of agreement between St. Aidan's, the Bishop of Kansas, and Steve. The change is mainly in Steve's priestly status, as the term "priest-in-charge" has transitory implications. There will be no change in Steve's compensation, duties, or expectations.

From his first introduction to St. Aidan's late last year, Fr. Steve expressed interest in a more permanent arrangement here if we mutually felt there was a good "fit." We have gotten to know each other during the past 5 months, and comments and feedback from the parish, the Vestry, the Bishop, and Fr. Steve have all been positive. Accordingly, the Vestry has set aside plans for clergy search.

I expect Fr. Steve will have more to say on Sunday, but for now, thanks to all at St. Aidan's for your support, and congratulations to Fr. Steve Rottgers!

Don Seifert

Senior Warden

Sunday, May 18

Rev. Steve Rottgers

10 am, Holy Eucharist

Serving on Sunday

Acolyte: Don Seifert

Lector: Bonnie Eckel

Intercessor: Myke Chovanec

Ushers: Myke C and Kathy M

Counter: Don Seifert and Mike Belt

Altar Guild: Karon Wintrode

Be Our Guest: Kathy Mencer

The Liturgy of the Word

ATTENTION: ROTA SERVERS!!!

The May ROTA is finished.

Click here to see the May 2025 ROTA

If you are gone on your scheduled Sunday, please find a replacement and also let the office and Jane know.

Thank you! Jane Bush [email protected]

Rector's Discretionary Fund Sundays

It is standard practice in all Episcopal churches to provide for a fund to be used at the discretion of clergy for emergency assistance, shelter, or other needs that are made known to the parish. Disbursements from the fund can be made to persons both within and without a particular congregation. St. Aidan's has such a fund, and we have designated the plate cash from the first Sunday of each month for the discretionary fund. The fund also receives designated donations from parish members that are welcomed at any time.

In recent months, the discretionary fund has dwindled at times to almost nothing or zero, and clergy have been unable to meet legitimate needs. To address this, the Vestry has asked that we remind the people of St. Aidan's to be mindful of this fund in addition to your regular pledge or giving. All contributions to the fund will be used wisely by Fr. Steve.

In 1970, when I was a first semester freshman student at Sewanee, I remember receiving a $5 check from the discretionary fund from St. John's, my church in Parsons. I can't say it was an emergency, but it left a lasting impression on me. I wasn't old enough then to buy beer, so I hope I put it to some good use!

Thanks for your support and consideration.

Don Seifert

Senior Warden

May 18, 2025 5th Sunday in Easter

May 25, 2025 6th Sunday in Easter (Rogation Sunday)

June 1, 2025 7th Sunday in Easter (Sunday after Acension Day)

June 8, 2025, Pentecost Sunday and a Baptism

Pastoral Concerns and Prayer Requests

Pastoral Concerns:

In case of pastoral emergencies, please contact Fr. Steve Rottgers at 205-223-3638 (call or text) or email him at [email protected].

Prayer Requests:

Please email any prayer requests to the office [email protected]

BackSnack Program

2004-2025

St. Aidan’s is partnering again with Harvesters in the Backsnack program. This year we will be partnering with four Olathe Elementary Schools.

Summer is upon us, and Back snack will resume in September. The Pack are to be picked up on Wednesdays, and delivered on Thursdays.

Thanks to all our faithful volunteers that make this ministry possible. For more information on the BackSnack program, please contact Don Seifert at

[email protected]

Thanks to all our faithful volunteers that make this ministry possible. For more information on the BackSnack program, please contact Don Seifert at

[email protected]

Johnson County Food Ministry at Center of Grace

St. Aidan's helps prepare and hand out meals at Center of Grace in Olathe, on the fourth Thursday of the month. Dinner prep is at 3:00 pm and at 5:00 pm we distribute food at Center of Grace.

Next Outreach at Center of Grace is on May 22

*** Also, we need your help by bringing individually wrapped desserts for the Center of Grace to St. Aidan's by noon on that Thursday.