Weekly Update from St. Luke's

St. Luke's Global Missions: A Reflection on Recent Trip to Cuba from Pastor Jad -

December 5, 2024

Grace and Peace Beloved Friends,

Thank you for your prayers for our Cuba Mission Team and our ministry partners at Melones Methodist Church. Our mission was to reconnect with the people of Melones and the leadership of the church, as well as to celebrate the opening of their new Sanctuary. I’m thrilled to share that the mission was a great success.

Melones is a small town of about 5,000 people, located 22 kilometers east of Holguín and about 22 kilometers south of Cuba’s northeastern coast. It’s a quiet place nestled halfway between the city and the beach.

The new Sanctuary is a striking blue building, certified by local officials as a hurricane shelter for the community. While the Sanctuary is complete, it still lacks bathrooms, which we hope to help with in a future project. Worship at Melones Methodist is vibrant and filled with the presence of the living God. We had the privilege of joining the congregation for Sunday morning and Tuesday evening services, where the joy and faith of the people were palpable...

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St. Luke's Week in Review

Welcoming Our New Welcome Team!

Thank you to our amazing Welcome Booth volunteers, the Klosterboers and the Beckers, for providing a warm welcome to 5 new families during worship last Sunday! Your kindness and hospitality make all the difference!

Did you know members of this team rotate, making it easy to volunteer without a weekly commitment? If you’d like to be part of this fun and friendly team, we’d love to have you! Email Liz Vasquez at evasquez@st.lukes.org to get plugged in.

Above and Beyond this Giving Tuesday

A heartfelt THANK U from all of us at St. Luke’s! Because of your generosity this Giving Tuesday, we exceeded our $5,000 goal, reaching an incredible total of $8,126! Your faithful support allows us to continue ministry that shares Christ’s love and transforms lives. We are so grateful for you!

Upcoming Events

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Current sermon series: Fear Not!

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"Your Week with St. Luke's" Podcast - In this week's episode, Pastors Jenn, Jad, and Melissa dive into Mary’s story in Luke 1 and explore how her encounter with the angel Gabriel shows us the power of faith, trust, and saying "yes" to God—even when the path is uncertain.

Make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness in Central Florida by volunteering with Coalition for the Homeless. Donate food, prep/cook meals, and serve at the Shelter this month. Learn more and sign up HERE.

Youth are invited to a Christmas drive-in movie night outside by the Gym on December 7 starting at 5:30 p.m.! Come enjoy the popcorn and fellowship and RSVP HERE, don't forget to bring a friend and a blanket!

Caregivers can share blessings and frustrations with others in this monthly online support group - Learn more about Coping with Caregiving and sign up for the meeting on December 8 HERE.

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Youth Soccer League - Registration opens December 16

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A Wicked Ladies' Movie Night - December 16

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Nativity Service for Kids and Families - December 22

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Christmas Eve Worship at St. Luke's - December 23 & 24

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Loss of a Spouse - January 12

Youth Winter Retreat - January 31-February 2

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