A Note from Pastor Jad - January 16, 2025 | |
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Grace and Peace Beloved St. Luke’s Family,
It’s hard to believe that we are three weeks into 2025. Is anyone else still forgetting and writing 2024? Just me? With a new year comes new opportunities. Various studies and classes started last week, and people are journeying and growing together in their faith and service to others. And this past weekend was full of excitement and connection! Our Men’s Ministry kicked off 2025 at Miller’s Ale House, and it was a fantastic time. Seeing so many men gathered for fellowship, laughter, and meaningful conversations was a joy. If you missed it, don’t worry—there will be plenty more opportunities to get involved as we continue to grow this ministry. You can register for our first monthly Men’s Ministry breakfast event of the year (Thursday, February 20) by clicking here!
Our new Women’s Ministry also hosted a kick-off open house earlier this week, and all reports are that it was a wonderful time of connection, inspiration, and planning for all the incredible opportunities coming up in 2025. Stay tuned for more ways to get involved, or reach out to Liz Vasquez for more information.
Looking ahead: We are excited to have the Bethune-Cookman University Concert Chorale in concert on Sunday (January 19) at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary! This extraordinary choir is renowned for their talent, energy, and soul-stirring performances. Their harmonies will...
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Reminder: The church campus will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and will re-open on January 21 at 9:00 a.m. | |
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St. Luke's Job Opportunity
St. Luke’s is hiring a full-time Executive Membership Administrator to support our Executive Leadership Team, oversee membership records, and manage our Realm database. This role ensures smooth operations for our mission and ministries by coordinating leadership meetings, maintaining accurate records, and fostering connections within the church. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about ministry, click here to learn more and send your resume, cover letter, and any questions to Scooter Leonard.
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St. Luke's Week in Review | |
Start Your Thursdays with Connection and Conversation | |
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Looking for a place to connect, reflect, and grow in faith? The Thursday Morning Men’s Group invites all men to join us virtually each week from 7:45 to 9:00 a.m. for meaningful conversations, supportive community, and prayer.
We’re excited to have recently started a thought-provoking journey together reading and discussing Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ powerful book, Not in God’s Name. This inspiring work tackles challenging questions about religion, violence, and reconciliation, offering profound insights into how we can live out faith in a divided world.
Whether you're seeking a spiritual recharge, a space to share openly, or a chance to connect with other men who value faith and fellowship, this group is for you. All men are welcome—come as you are and bring a friend! Click here to register and receive the Zoom link, and we will see you there!
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Thank U, Grow Ministry Leaders! | |
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Last week, we had the joy of celebrating our amazing leaders from Children’s, Youth, and Adult Ministries! The evening was filled with laughter, games, and meaningful fellowship, all in honor of the incredible volunteers who pour their hearts into our ministries.
To all our volunteers: thank you. You make an eternal difference in the lives of those you serve, and we are so grateful for you!
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Recently, a former church member reached out to our Hearts to Hands Ministry with a heartfelt request: could we send a prayer shawl to a friend of hers battling a serious illness? She’d seen firsthand how these shawls bring comfort and care and knew her friend could use that reminder of love and prayer.
The answer? Of course! That’s what Hearts to Hands is all about—sharing prayer, comfort, and care through handmade shawls, blankets, and afghans. Whether it’s for someone in our congregation or a friend across miles, these gifts carry the love and prayers of our St. Luke’s family.
If you know someone who could use this kind of comfort, contact the Care Office at 407-876-4991 ext. 262, and we’ll work with you to ensure they receive this tangible symbol of God’s love.
Want to learn more or join this beautiful ministry? Visit st.lukes.org/heartstohands.
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Ways to Learn, Live, Love, and Lead | |
Current sermon series: BE | |
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"Your Week with St. Luke's" Podcast - This week, Pastors Jenn and Melissa dive into the story of the wedding in Cana as told in John 2:1-11, where Jesus performs his first miracle. From turning water into wine to celebrating abundance, this episode explores powerful lessons about calling, readiness, and how God transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.
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Start the new year strong with our Senior Exercise Class! This fun, supportive class is for seniors (50+) but welcomes all. Sign up HERE to join on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. in the Gym.
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Have you experienced the loss of a loved one? Join GriefShare, a support group designed to help you rebuild your life after a loss. New daytime and evening classes start January 28 and 30 - click HERE to sign up and learn more.
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Join our 50 North Ministry for an evening with Cary Moss, Esq., covering wills, trusts, and estate planning on January 30 at 6:00 p.m.! Bring a snack to share and connect with others while gaining peace of mind for the future—RSVP by clicking HERE.
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Give to St. Luke's Ministries | |
We invite each St. Luker to commit their time and financial contributions to the ongoing work of the church, both within our campus and throughout the community. Thank you for your passion, love, and generosity, which empower us to live out our mission. | | | | |
