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Church schedule changes due to the weather
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We will post any weather-related, church-event news on the St. Luke's homepage.
Worship services at St. Luke's on Sunday, Jan. 8 will proceed as usual - regardless of weather conditions - but
please do not venture out if you feel it is not safe!
Stay warm and be safe.
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The First Sunday After the Epiphany
January 8, 2017
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8 a.m.-Holy Eucharist, Rite I
9 a.m.-Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Baptism
10:15 a.m.-Sandwich Build for Crossroads
-Parish Hall
11:15 a.m.-Holy Eucharist, Rite II
12:15 p.m.-Coffee Hour-Parish Hall
2 p.m.-Girl Scout Troop #4054-Room 108
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3:30 p.m.-The Nursery opens for Sunday 2.0
4 p.m.-Senior and Junior Choristers Rehearsal-Choir Room
4 p.m.-Preparatory Choir Rehearsal-Room 107
4 p.m.-Secrets of the Tower Planning Mtg.-Parkins Room
5 p.m.-Sunday 2.0 Supper-Parish Hall
6 p.m.-Festival of Light Epiphany Service-Church
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Sunday, January 8 at 10:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall
All hands on deck as we try to hit a new record! You are invited to join the assembly line as we make sandwiches for Clyde’s Kitchen at Crossroads. Approximately 250 sandwiches are handed out daily through Crossroads. We will need everyone’s help, so join us in the Parish Hall. All are welcome and there are tasks for even the youngest children.
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Baked chicken, roasted potatoes, roasted vegetables, salad bar, bread, dessert
$9 for adults, $5 for children to 16 and $30 family max. No charge for children 3 years old and younger.
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Celebrate Epiphany Sunday evening at Sunday 2.0
Celebrate Epiphany with this very special worship service, on Sunday, January 8 at 6 p.m. in the church. Sunday 2.0 supper begins at 5 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
This service is NOT just for kids -- though they love it!
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THE ALTAR flowers are given to the Glory of God and in memory of Warren C. Williams and in honor of Kenneth Baggs by Warren Williams.
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Sign Up - Make Reservations - RSVP
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Epiphany with Sojourners RESCHEDULED
Saturday, January 14 | 5-8 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Celebrate the light come to the world with good friends. We will have heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine, soft drinks, and whiskey sours. Cost: $15 pp. payable in advance at time of reservation. RSVP online or in Reception Area on Sundays.
(If you made reservations for the 7th and cannot make it on the 14th, please c
ontact Jackie Lawrence (jn_lawrence@bellsouth.net) who will facilitate your refund.
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POLO class: Darkness to Light
Join other St. Luke's parents on January 29 from 3-5:30 p.m. in the St. Luke Room for an informative session on how to recognize, prevent, and stop child sexual abuse. The "Stewards of Children" program, from the organization Darkness to Light, will be presented by a trained facilitator and will include information from child sexual abuse survivors and experts. We will learn specific strategies for creating safer environments for our own children and our community at large. One in ten children will experience sexual abuse before their 18th birthday, but there are prevention strategies that work! Come learn about this important issue with your St. Luke's family! Please sign up online. $10 per adult, $15 per couple. The nursery opens at 2:45 p.m.
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A Magical Lock-In - January 27-28
All 4-6 graders are welcome to join the Order of the Shepherd and discover the secrets held in the Tower at St. Luke’s. Friends are welcome to attend, but must be in 4-6 grades. We will gather on Friday night at 6 p.m. in the Parish Hall. All kids are expected to attend the service project on Saturday morning. Parents are also welcome to join in. Pick up Saturday at noon - either at St. Luke’s or service project location. Sign up online only. $15 per child.
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Pledge online or drop your card in the plate.
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Sunday, January 22
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Rite 13 Liturgy
11:15 a.m. Parish Photo
Parish Meeting
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The 2017 slate of candidates from the Vestry Nominating Committee: Pat Brumbaugh, Ann Kimsey, Richard Lee and Carolle Perkins. Those elected will replace Hal Daniel, Kate Kennedy, Rebecca Mick, and Greg Vaughn, who will have fulfilled their terms as of January 2017.
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Opportunities & Announcements
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Wednesday Bible Study
The weekly study of Acts each Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Parkins Room. All are welcome!
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Fill the Outreach Baskets
In January we’re supporting our Cuba Ministry with donations of Aleve/Advil, acetaminophen, Tums, Alka-Seltzer, allergy tabs, hand lotion, feminine hygine products, toothpaste and hand sanitizer. Please place your gifts in the Outreach Baskets in the Narthex or Reception Area. They will be taken to San Pablo parish in February.
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Ty's Closet Volunteers Needed
The new closet at Crossroads is receiving so many donations (clothes in particular) that they need help sorting the items. Volunteers are needed every Tuesday from 11am-2:30pm. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Ty (ty@crossroadsatlanta.org; 404-873-7651).
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Prayers for Peace - Sunday, Jan. 15
Starting in January 2017, the prayer service Peace in Our Time is moving to the THIRD Sunday of each month. Join us in the Bell Tower this month on Sunday, January 15 to pray for an end to gun violence and terrorism.
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Blessing of Pregnancies will take place Sunday, January 29 at the 9 a.m. worship service. If you would like to participate, please contact The Rev. Elizabeth Shows Caffey at 404-873-7612 or elizabeth@stlukesatlanta.org.
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ARTIST RECEPTION - JAN. 22
The Glenn Gallery Committee will host a reception on Sunday, January 22, 2-6 p.m. with photographer Jim Loring, whose work is currently hanging in the gallery. Meet the artist, hear the stories, let the images speak for the refugees who cannot. The reception will begin in the St. Luke’s room with a brief presentation of Jim’s travels and work, accompanied by light refreshments. Then we will move to the Glenn Gallery for an artist Q&A. All of Jim’s framed work can be purchased for $120, with 10% of the proceeds benefiting St. Luke’s refugee ministry. Checks should be made out to St. Luke’s.
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Movement Improvement Tai Chi resumes Monday, January 9. Join Donna Church on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. in the St. Luke Room. Each session is $10. If you have questions, you can reach Donna at dchurch@mindspring.com and 404-522-3889.
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Faith and Film gathers on Friday, January 13 at 7 p.m. to watch Bernie. Faith and Film is a monthly opportunity for St. Luke’s adults to share a movie, snacks, fellowship, and a lively discussion of issues of faith raised by the film. Those who attend bring a snack to share and a beverage. All St. Luke’s adults are welcome. For location, contact Robert Sherrill (RSherrill9@aol.com | 470-355-1243).
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Holy Comforter Fellowship ... Join us at 6 p.m. at Holy Comforter Wednesday, January 18 to serve dinner to the congregation. The Rev. Lauren Holder will preach at the Eucharist prior to dinner. Holy Comforter is a parish in Ormewood Park in which about 60% of the congregation live with mental illness. In support of the work of the parish, St. Luke’s serves dinner one Wednesday most months. It is a ministry not only of food but also of presence and fellowship. Questions?
Contact Barry Bynum (404-317-7777 / Barry@BarryBynum.com) or Connie Wooten (404-432-0733/cmw819@aol.com).
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Members of St. Luke’s, their guests and any newcomers are invited to join Bobby Mays on Thursday, January 19 at 10 a.m. for this wonderful look at the church’s windows and history. Reservations for members, their guests and newcomers can be made by e-mailing Bobby at robertleemays@comcast.net.
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 in the Parish Hall
Love and Justice: Practicing Advocacy | Ellen Ott Marshall
On this Sunday before Martin Luther King Day and the Presidential Inauguration, we will think together about the connection between love and justice in the work of advocacy. This class invites all parishioners -- all across the political spectrum -- to think together about how we advocate for justice while remaining in relationship with one another. We will ground our reflections in the doctrine of the imago Dei, which calls us into relationship and resistance. Ellen, an active St. Luke’s member, is associate professor of Christian Ethics and Conflict Transformation at the Candler School of Theology.
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Membership Class
Plans are being made for the next Inquirer’s Class, an adult confirmation class that leads to full membership. It will begin on Sunday February 5, so mark your calendars. If you are new to St. Luke’s or just never got around to officially transferring your membership, this is a great opportunity to take that next step. To learn more about becoming a member of St. Luke’s or participating in the Inquirer’s Class, contact Mark Simmons at 404-873-7624 or Mark@StLukesAtlanta.org. We would love to visit with you about the process!
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Book Study on how we as parents, grandparents and Godparents can help our children grow into generous and grounded people begins February 19 at 4 p.m. and runs for 4 weeks during 2.0. Grab a copy of the New York Times bestseller, The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous and Smart About Money, and join us for a lively conversation. The book, by New York Times “Your Money” columnist Ron Lieber, has been called “a taboo-shattering manifesto that explains how talking openly to children about money can help parents raise modest, patient, grounded young adults who are financially wise beyond their years.” All are welcome - this class is not just for parents. The Rev. Lauren Holder will lead this class.
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Wherever you are on your spiritual
journey, St. Luke's welcomes you!
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