Saint Luke's

Lutheran Church

308 West 46th Street

New York, NY 10036

212-246-3540

The Lutheran Church

of Times Square

www.stlukesnyc.org

. . . in the city for good!

A Message from Pastor



"Lutheran Bishop resigns"

Sisters and Brothers,

In case you read it in the news...

A number of upsetting events in our national church body, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is reaching a climax. The Bishop of the Sierra Pacific Synod, Rev Meghan Rohrer, who oversees northern California and Nevada, has just resigned, after an extended period of upheaval across that Synod and the initiation of disciplinary proceedings against Bishop Rohrer by our ELCA Presiding Bishop.

Bishop Rohrer has been accused of behavioral misconduct. Much of the alleged misconduct is around the manner of the Bishop's removal processes of a pastor from a Hispanic congregation, which resulted in a significant uproar. The Bishop's conduct was found to be hurtful, offensive, and racist. Bishop Rohrer also removed this particular pastor from the roster of approved clergy without following proper disciplinary processes. Additionally, other harmful decisions by Bishop Rohrer vis a vis congregations in that Synod have come to light. 

If you are interested, further information is available here. We pray for the affected congregations, pastors, and Synod and ELCA leadership involved in these challenges.  

Rev. Arden C. Strasser, Pastor

You are invited to worship with us this Sunday.

On Sunday, June 12 we celebrate

The Holy Trinity - First Sunday after Pentecost

• 9:30 am Service of the Word
• 11:00 am Worship with Holy Communion

Both services will be Live Streamed on Facebook

Gospel Lesson: John 16:12-15  

The Spirit will guide you into the truth

9:30 am Pastor Arden Strasser Preaching

Lector: Rosemary Lebron

Postlude: Richard Sterne

Ushers: Richard Sterne, Volunteers

Videographer: T B D

11:00 am Pastor Arden Strasser Preaching and Presiding

Assisting Minister: T B D

Cantor Pedro d'Aquino

Saint Luke's Choir

Lector: Scott Carlton

Ushers: Richard Sterne, Volunteers

Videographer: T B D

Our church aims to keep you healthy. The most important safe practice is to keep your mask on indoors. Seating is socially distanced. Our choir is rapid tested for COVID each Sunday morning. The passing of the peace will be more flexible, allowing for hand shaking for those who wish to. 

Welcome Deacon Bob!

Saint Luke's celebrated the Installation of our Deacon, Bob Wechtenhiser during this past Sunday's 11:00 Pentecost worship service.

With flames representing the Holy Spirit suspended all through the sanctuary, Bob pledged his commitment to the lay ministry leadership of Word and Service to our church.

Council President Rosemary Lebron presented Bob to Pastor Arden Strasser, Pastor Martha Jacobi and Pastor Christian von Dehsen for the Installation Service. Gifts representing Bob's ministry - a Book of Lutheran Prayers and a Pastoral Care Service book were given to Bob by Pastor Strasser on behalf of the congregation. And the three Pastors offered a very special gift - a Deacon's stole which matches the coronation tapestry used on our altar and festival vestments.

"I am blessed and deeply grateful to take my volunteer service to a new level for all who come to Saint Luke's looking for a safe, spiritual home, sharing in fellowship and the mission work of the church. With the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of The Holy Spirit, we will do great things together."

- Deacon Bob

Holy Communion and Graduation service 

Celebrating the Class of 2022 Diakonia Students

Saturday

June 11

2:00 pm

An In-Person and Live-streamed Graduation will be held for the Class of 2022 students who’ve completed the two-year “Growing in Faith” NY Diakonia study program. Two of the students from Saint Luke’s study site will graduate this year. Congratulations to our own Rosemary Lebron and fellow classmate Onfa Pearl Starr Quan! They will receive their Graduation certificates and crosses from Bishop Paul Egensteiner during the worship service held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Middle Village, Queens.

The Graduation will be live-streamed on the "Growing in Faith" NY Diakonia Facebook page.

Join us and celebrate this achievement with the Graduates.

Choir Appreciation

Sunday, June 12

11:00 am worship service

Saint Luke's Choir leads our 11:00 am worship service during the school year. Sunday, June 12 will be their last day with us until the end of summer. Join us this Sunday to help show our appreciation for their time and talents. We've got something very special planned - you don't want to miss it.

West 46th Street Block Party

Friday, June 17

2:30 to 5:30 pm

Come say "Hello" to Summer!

"The Block Party will be a fun, multifaceted event with music, hot dogs, popcorn, events, educational booths, dancing, a bounce house, karaoke contests, and more! It will be one part celebration of Spring/Summer and this amazing weather... one part celebration of our wonderful community and it amazing's residents... one part opportunity to meet/greet/chat with your neighbors, and one part enjoy however you want to!!"

Saint Luke's has been invited to participate in the event. Our table will have activities for children, an interactive question board, and information about our church and our impact in the neighborhood. A few volunteers are needed. If you are available to help, please contact David Lally by emailing him.

Share Your Musical Gifts with Us

We kick off the "Summer Soloists" program when the choir takes their summer break. Now it's time for you to share your talents with us. If you would like to offer a solo, duet, family groups, or play an instrument during our 11:00 Sunday worship services, please email the office, or place your name on the Sign Up sheet in the Narthex when worshiping in person. The Summer Solo program begins Sunday, June 19 and ends Sunday, September 4.

Father's Day

Sunday, June 19

Consider remembering the special men in your life with a gift to the Flower Fund. Deadline to submit remembrance names is Thursday June 16 - simply email us, then print this Request form to bring to worship or mail to the church office with your remittance. 

E-giving is easy.



Try our online Offerings and Donations feature which you can easily initiate from our website.

Or aim your phone camera at this graphic which takes you directly to the Vanco giving website for our church.

Schedule for

June 8 to June 14, 2022

SUNDAY June 12

The Holy Trinity - First Sunday after Pentecost

9:30 am Service of the Word

11:00 am Worship with Holy Communion

MONDAY June 13

8:00 am Morning Prayer on FB Live

TUESDAY June 14

8:00 am Morning Prayer on FB Live

9:00 to 2:00 pm Medical Van available

1:00 to 2:00 pm Soup Kitchen