St. Luke's UMC News & Events

RAGTIME The Musical Performances

Performances are scheduled for August 16-18

Times and ticket prices TBA

RAGTIME is not only a powerful portrait of life in turn-of-the-century America, but a relevant tale for today. Based on E.L. Doctorow's distinguished novel, the musical intertwines the stories of three extraordinary families, as they confront history's timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and what it means to live in America. Historical figures like Harry Houdini, J.P. Morgan and Emma Goldman also inhabit this stirring epic, but it is American popular music that carries the story, with a Tony-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty that�s just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself.

Global Leadership Summit - August 8 and 9

The Global Leadership Summit is a training event that exists to strengthen Christian leaders through skill development and inspiration. This conference is streamed LIVE to St. Luke�s from the campus of Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, IL. Visit st.lukes.org/summit to view this year�s presenters. Register before July 23 to receive the Early Bird Rate of $79. The Early Bird rate applies to church members and regular attendees only. St. Lukers should use the password 13GLOBAL to receive the discount. For questions contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org.

School of the Arts Summer Camps

Change the World Camp July 15 to 19 for Grades 1-8 (as of fall 2013). Campers will participate in hands-on service projects so that they will understand how to be a world changer for God.

Spark the Imagination Camp July 22 to 26 Grades K-6 (as of fall 2013). Campers can choose from a variety of half-day options in music, art, cooking and performance.

Take the Stage Camp July 29 to Aug 2 Grades 1-8 (as of fall 2013). Campers will enjoy acting, singing and dancing on stage while creating a musical theater production with a great message.

Clothing With Dignity Collection Dates

Clean out your closet for the next Goodwill clothing collection dates: Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In addition to providing affordable clothing for Goodwill stores, your gift of gently worn clothing helps St. Luke�s turn donations into jobs and store vouchers for families in need.

Congregational Gathering-June 9

Come be a part of this exciting gathering where our church family will be making some very important decisions about how we will move forward with the vision God has given us to transform our campus and out community.

This church-wide gathering will take place in the Sanctuary from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a time of sharing information, obtaining feedback from all attending, and, of course, food and fellowship. Childcare is available for children 6 weeks through preschool by making a reservation at www.st.lukes.org/childcare.

Whether you are new attenders or have been coming for years, you will not want to miss this informative time in the life of St. Luke�s

RAGTIME Auditions

Auditions will be held June 6-7 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Rehearsals will begin June 16. Performances are scheduled for August 16-18. All roles are available. No experience necessary. A large multicultural cast of performers ages 14-80 is needed. Auditions are by appointment only; all roles are non-paid.Please email smackinnon@st.lukes.org for an appointment, with Email Subject: RAGTIME AUDITION. For details visit st.lukes.org/ragtime.

Cluster Group Leadership Training

If you are considering facilitating a cluster group please register for the next Cluster Leadership Training session on Saturday, May 11 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Building C Room 201. For reservations, please contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.

RAGTIME Info Meeting

This year St. Luke's will be producing the musical, RAGTIME based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow. Those interested in tech, set construction, costumes and stage management please attend the info meeting on Monday, June 3 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room.

Celebrate the Music and Ministry of Bryan Fitzgerald

On Sunday, June 2 we will celebrate the wonderful ministry that Bryan Fitzgerald has led as our Director of Music Ministries. Bryan will be recognized during the traditional worship services and in the Sanctuary from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you would like to make a donation to the Fitzgerald Music Education Scholarship please make checks payable to St. Luke's with Fitzgerald Scholarship noted in the memo line. Checks can be placed in the offering plate or mailed to the church office no later than May 31. You can also give online at st.lukes.org/give.

Grad Sunday

Our annual high school senior recognition service is Sunday, June 2. Choose the 11:00 service � traditional or contemporary re�define � where you would like to be recognized. Students will be asked to wear their graduation robes and stand so they can be recognized. We will take a group photo at the end of each service. To register your senior email Andrew Miller, Director of NexGen High School Ministries, at amiller@st.lukes.org and include student's name, telephone number, and which 11:00 service - contemporary or traditional - you will attend.