To view At-Home Virtual Communion instructions, click
here.
#SaintLukesConnected
Daily Check-ins with Saint Luke's Staff
Why does Rev. Phil Brown say we need to rest?
On Monday, during the Saint Luke's daily check-in, Rev. Phil Brown emphasized the importance of rest. Check it out! Be on the lookout for all of our daily check-ins, occurring Monday-Friday any time between 1-3 pm!Watch live via Instagram and Facebook, or view all of the daily check-ins here. #SaintLukesConnected
Palm Sunday Processional
As you know, this coming Sunday is Palm Sunday! Since the kids' palm-waving procession can't go up the aisle this year, we have another way for them to begin our worship time together! All you have to do is:
1. Print out this illustration. Then, color it green with either crayon or marker, and cut it out.
2. Take a brief video of your child and/or family members waving their palms and shouting, "Hosanna in the Highest"!
3. Send your video to Erin Murrayby Friday at noon. We will combine these videos into one glorious virtual palm parade we can share with our church family on Sunday morning.
Sunday! At-Home Virtual Communion
As part of our normal worship practice on the first Sunday of the month, and because we know that Jesus met people where they were and he continues to meet us where we are, our church family will celebrate At-Home Virtual Communion this Sunday. Click here for more information on how we can share the Lord's Supper together, using whatever elements you may have available.
In accordance with Gov. Kemp's closure of K-12 schools, all church activities that require in-person gathering have been canceled indefinitely, at least through May 21.
In accordance with an order by the City of Dunwoody, the church building and office will be closed until at least April 15.
Weekly Time for Prayer
Thursdays at noon
In these weighty times, we will gather virtually for a time of prayer every Thursday at noon (starting tomorrow 4/2). Join by Zoom
here or by phone (646-558-8656, meeting id 847 985 1970). For more info about Zoom, click
here. Feel free to light a candle as we hear scripture and pray together (15-20 minutes).
Hey Kids!
Here's How You Can Stay #SaintLukesConnected
Check out our new
COVID-19 page for more information on:
Zoom Time for Elementary SLPC Kids every Wednesday at 3 pm. Parents check your email for zoom link!
Parents - the struggle is real! Let's huddle up for a check in, time to connect, breathe, and pray together. Sunday 4/5 from 4-5 pm. Join by Zoom
here.
Tavern Talks: Home Edition!
Thursday, April 16th from 7:30-9pm
Join David and other men of Saint Luke's for a time to unwind together. Grab a beverage and join us online for a time of bonding, supporting each other, and fantasizing about sports. Join by Zoom here.
Wayfarers Bible Study
Wednesdays at 10 am
Join us every Wednesday at 10 am for an online Wayfarers Bible Study! Join by Zoom
here.
Habitat for Humanity On Hold
Due to COVID-19, the Habitat for Humanity rehab project is on hold. On March 26, Saint Luke's Habitat Coordinator Daryl Moore received a message from Lisa Y. Gordon, President and CEO of Atlanta Habitat, outlining the delay of all building projects and the closing of the Atlanta Habitat warehouse and Restore. Daryl will continue to be in touch with Jenny Will, Saint Luke's regular contact at Atlanta Habitat, as well as Saint Luke's Faith Build partners and will communicate any relevant updates through our church communication channels. Questions? ContactDaryl Moore.
Chastain Postponed
Due to COVID-19, Chastain at Saint Luke's, which was originally scheduled for May 3, has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new Fall date!
CAC Seeking Donations
Saint Luke's is holding a special food drive in support of CAC (Community Assistance Center), which is in critical need of
these items.
With the church being closed, please deliver items to church member Bob Schultz, at 1660 Kings Down Cir, Dunwoody GA 30338. Please leave in the driveway, keeping in mind social distancing. For more information, including alternate to physical donations, click here.
#SaintLukesConnected
Where you at Saint Luke's? We would love to "see" you! Share a picture during your at-home worship experience with us and use hashtag #SaintLukesConnected on social media!
Sunday School & Small Groups Meeting Virtually
Adult Sunday school classes, and other small groups are meeting virtually! Please check with your class/group leader for more information.
Music Requests
We'd like to know what hymns and other service music pieces you'd like to sing and hear in upcoming worship services. Submit your suggestions
here. Also, if you've been playing or singing some music of your own, make a recording of your performance and email it to
[email protected]. We'd enjoy seeing and hearing how music is STILL a part of all our lives!
Send Us Your Joys & Concerns
Send us your joys and concerns by 9 am on Sunday, and we'll incorporate them into our worship service. Email
[email protected].
Please Support Saint Luke's
Please support the work God is doing through Saint Luke's during this challenging time by giving
online, via
text, or by mail (1978 Mt Vernon 30338). Thank you for all you so generously give!
Do You Need Assistance?
The Board of Deacons of the church has mobilized care and caregivers for anyone who needs assistance during this time of isolation, like shopping and other errands. Contact Pastor Shannon Dill or Loving Care Committee deacon chair Emily Ritzler for more information.
Web Site Update
The Saint Luke's web site has been updated with COVID-19 information and resources to better serve you and help keep you #SaintLukesConnected! Check it out!
Lent Devotion:
The Struggle is Real
Little did we know when we began the season of Lent that the struggle would be what it is today. As you find yourself with time and perhaps more accurately with more need to reflect on a daily basis, we are hopeful that in preparing our hearts and minds during these days leading to Easter we will come to experience the hope and joy of the resurrection in new and powerful ways. Here are two online daily devotional options:
Lenten Devotional 1 (based on the Narrative Lectionary passages used in worship)
In addition, the Saint Luke's Youth Council will be doing an Instagram devotional. Check out @slpresyouth
Family Promise Updates
Family Promise guest families will be staying overnight at Saint Luke's starting Sunday, March 29, until it is safe to resume rotating between congregations. Hospitality during this time will be limited for the safety of the guests. The scheduled host congregation will supply overnight volunteers. If you would like to know how you can help, please contact Saint Luke's Family Promise coordinators Betsy King and Sydney Underhill.
Thanks to a generous gift from an anonymous donor, $2,500 will be awarded to a Saint Luke's high school senior who is enrolling in an accredited four-year U.S. college. For details, go to slpres.org. To view the application, click here. Application deadline is April 19, 2020.
VBS Registration is Open! June 8-11
Join Saint Luke's for Rocky Mountain Railway Vacation Bible School, June 8 -11! To register for the 3-year-old classes (3 by 9/1/19) through 3rd grade (current school year) classes, click here! To register for 4th and 5th grade class, click here.
While we remain hopeful for VBS, we will also wait to see what the coming weeks will bring. Please check Highlights each week for future announcements or decisions.
Palm Sunday Processional
Update on SLPC Closure
Faith & Parenting: Stay (Sane) at Home
Tavern Talks: Home Edition!
