Do you ever wonder about sayings like, "God helps those who help themselves."? Or how about, "Everything happens for a reason."? They are simple phrases. They sound Christian - like something you might find in the Bible. We've all heard these words. Maybe we've said them. They capture some element of truth, yet they miss the point in important ways. Perhaps now more than ever, our faith compels us to unpack these half-truths and grow in our understanding of the truth behind them. Join us in worship over the next seven weeks as we explore them and come to a deeper understanding of who God is and who God calls us to be.
Sunday! 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 herefor more information on how we can share the Lord's Supper together, using whatever elements you may have available.
RSVP for Drive-In Worship
Register by 11:59 pm, Oct. 1!
Join us this Sunday, Oct. 4, at 5 pm in the Mount Vernon lot for Drive-In Worship! Registration and waiver required. Registration deadline is 11:59 pm on Thursday, Oct. 1.
Questions? Contact Erin Murray, program coordinator
Saint Luke's Picnic Table
Saint Luke's is excited to be a part of Dunwoody's #PaintedPicnicTable project. A huge thanks to Saint Luke's member Leslie Cannon and everyone who made this happen! Check out the picnic table in the Dunwoody Village courtyard!
Exciting Progress on the Saint Luke's Habitat House
We are thrilled that progress has begun on Nilaja's house! While we can't be physically present assisting with the Nilaja's home, we are receiving updates from the Habitat for Humanity team working. We are exciting to see the changes over the next month! Read more.
TOMORROW! Tartan Trot Registration Opens
Registration for the 2021 Tartan Trot 5k/10k, scheduled for Feb. 20, will open tomorrow, Oct. 1! The Tartan Trot is a 5k/10k road race that raises money for Saint Luke's mission work done locally and globally. This year's event will be held as a hybrid event offering both virtual and onsite race day options. To register, click here.
Oct. 3: Church Breakfast
9 am via Zoom
Join us for our monthly Saint Luke's Church Breakfast via Zoom on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 9 am! This month's topic will focus on our new food ministry initiative and the relationship between Saint Luke's, Dodd-Sterling United Methodist Church, and Urban Recipe.
Questions? Contact Tom Loftis. To join the meeting, click here, or go to Zoom and enter the following information:
Meeting ID: 899 8987 5442
Passcode: 755915
Trunk-n-Treat is Oct. 25!
We are thrilled to announce that we have a plan for Trunk-n-Treating in a Covid-safe way! While it will look a bit different than before - we will have a prescribed direction of movement, mandatory face masks, and strict distancing at all times - we will still have fun seeing each others' costumes, decorating our trunks and tailgates, and collecting lots of candy and other treats! Read More
After Worship Gathering Time
Saint Luke's is excited to be hosting a time for gathering and conversation following the 10:30 am online worship serve. Join us at 11:30 am via zoom! Click here to join, or go to Zoom and enter the following information:
Meeting ID: 825 4290 0662
Passcode: 1978
Saint Luke's Partners with Corners Outreach
In an effort to help local students and schools during this challenging Covid time, Saint Luke's has decided to work with Corners Outreach, an established, well-organized, thrifty (and nearby!) organization. We're now seeking volunteers between the age of 15 and 115 to participate either virtually or in person. Thirty-minute opportunities with students from Kingsley Elementary and High Tower Elementary schools are available Monday - Thursday, between 2 - 5 p.m. Click here for volunteer details! Questions? Contact Saint Luke's member Mary Guerrant. To sign up, click here.
Check It Out! We're on YouTube!
Check out the Saint Luke's YouTube page for all things virtual going on at Saint Luke's. Watch what you may have missed or enjoy videos at your leisure. Check it out and make sure you SUBSCRIBE to our channel while you're there!
Virtual Music Ministry
All are welcome to participate in music ministry during this virtual time! If you play and instrument or sing, we would enjoy including your talents in virtual worship.
ADULTS - Choir gatherings are every other Wednesday evening at 7 pm. Singers and ringers are welcome.
YOUTH - Keep up to date with what's happening by texting 81010 to @musicSLPC
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - Click here to learn about our new Music and Arts resources called "In the Image." Contact Director of Music Clair Maxwell for more information about music at Saint Luke's.
Check the latest youth email and calendar for details on upcoming events and zoom links!
GriefShare Virtual Support Groups
Experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one is especially challenging during this time of social distancing. GriefShare, a support group model Saint Luke's has offered in the past, is now offering virtual 13-week grief support groups for those in need. We have partnered with Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, who has invited our members to take advantage of their upcoming online group, which starts Wednesday, Oct. 7, and continues for 13 weeks. Click here for all the details. Questions? Contact Associate Pastor Rev. Shannon Dill.
Mask Up and Spread Love!
Great news! Now you can help protect others and yourself while sharing God's love. These 3-ply 100% cotton masks are available for purchase at $5 each. Click here to order as many as you need: https://slpres.org/masks/. Orders placed by Sunday evening of each week will be available for pick-up on Wednesday of the following week beginning at 3 pm. Look for the bin located just outside the main lobby entrance. All orders will be labeled by name.
CAC Still Seeking Donations
Saint Luke's continues to hold 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. For more information, including alternate to physical donations, click here.
Please leave donations on the front porch, keeping in mind social distancing. Also, due to heat, please no perishables.
The Friday morning Men's Bible Study is open to anyone! Join us on Zoom every Friday at 6:45 am for fellowship, followed by our study at 7 am with updates on attendees and prayer concerns. We finish at 8 am sharp. Questions? Contact Dan Joyce. Join by zoom here. Meeting ID: 989 7573 5837
Wayfarers Bible Study Wednesdays at 10 am
Join us every Wednesday at 10 am for the Wayfarers Bible Study! Join by Zoom here. PW is 1978.
Weekly Time for Prayer
Thursdays at Noon
In these weighty times, we will gather virtually for a time of prayer every Thursday at noon. Join by Zoom here. Feel free to light a candle as we hear scripture and pray together.
New Sermon Series:
Saint Luke's Partners with Corners Outreach
Wayfarers Bible Study 
