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Picture this… me in a big orange pumpkin suit with a stem coming out of the top of my head and green, twirly vines hanging from neck... not my most “pastoral looking” moment, but fun nonetheless! This morning it was my turn to lead chapel time at our Child Development Center and the energy coming out of that group of 3, 4 and 5 year olds was enough to power a small town. :-) It was great to see them singing “Jesus Loves Me” with gusto while wiggling around, smiling and giggling at me in my pumpkin finery. Children have so much to teach us about enjoying and living life in the moment. Jesus said in Matthew 19:14, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.” I’m sure as Jesus experienced life as an adult he knew how hard it was to be free of worry and stress. He was surrounded by responsibilities and people looking to him for answers all the time. But he also knew that the innocence, hope and freedom found in the heart of a child is really what Kingdom life is all about. This Sunday we have the opportunity to connect with our children at St. Luke’s and other children in the community through the celebration of Children’s Sabbath. St. Luke’s kids will be helping to lead the worship experiences through singing, prayer and dance. We will also be collecting new, average priced sneakers for children who need them at Pineloch Elementary School. These sneakers will be good visual reminders of the race Jesus has called each of us to run with perseverance as Pastor Bill and I continue the sermon series, “The Race of Your Life: A Stewardship Journey.” Remember, no matter what our chronological age we are all children of God so bring your smile, your wiggle and your giggle to worship this week! Blessings, |
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Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
Upcoming Worship
Upcoming Events
Spiritual Growth Groups
Service Opportunities
Support Groups
We Can Help
Small Groups
Sunday, October 29, 2006 - Children's Sabbath
Sermon Series: The Race of Your Life - A Stewardship Journey
Sermon: The Rookies (Proverbs 22:6)
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship: Dr. William S. Barnes preaching
9:30 a.m & 5:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship: The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett preaching
Monday, October 30th
The Relevant Life, A Young Adult Ministry, Meets 7:45 PM Mondays
Young adults are invited to meet Mondays at 7:45 p.m. for the Relevant worship service, in The Attic in Building C. Visit the Relevant Life website at www.therelevantlife.org.
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Sneaker Collection Day is Sunday, October 29th
Your help is needed as St. Luke's collects new averaged priced sneakers for inner city children at Pineloch Elementary School (off of Orange Blossom Trail). If you picked up your tag with the child’s name and shoe size on it, please puchase the shoes and place them on the altar Sunday, October 29th.
We can also do the shopping for you. Just attach a check to the tag for $20.00
and we will go purchase them for you.
The UMW Bazaar is Coming Nov. 11!
Coming Soon! UMW’s Annual Bazaar, Sat., Nov. 11, 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bldg.
C. Come see our cornucopia of shops filled with special gifts and unique
home made items. Visit the bakery, purchase opportunities for a hand sewn
quilt and gift certificates. Donations and volunteers are still needed, call
the church office, 407-876-4991.
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Seeker Groups - Get Your Feet Wet
Soul House Study 11:00 AM Sundays
Calling All Couples (ages 20-45)... New couples are always welcome! Soul
House is studying What’s So Amazing About Grace? Meet on Sundays at 11:00 am in the Attic, Bldg. C. Coffee, snacks and social time begins at 10:30 am.
For details, call Amanda Knight at 407-748-7993.
Explorer Groups - Wade in Deeper
Three Connections Studies Sundays
The Connections groups are studying Confronting the Controversies, at 9:30
a.m., 11:00 a.m. or 6:45 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room, Bldg. C.
Contact Scott & Joan Ziegler, 407-876-2445, sziegler1@cfl.rr.com or Bob & Leah Bergstrom, 407-654-8647, bobleahbergstrom@yahoo.com.
Pilgrimage Project 6:30 PM Sundays
The Pilgrimage Project class will explore the Christian faith as a journey
toward freedom, spiritual growth and Christian community, facilitated by
David Lundquist. Class starts today at 6:30 p.m., Rm. C-204. Call
407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Ambassador Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays
Ambassador Women’s study, Twelve Ordinary Men, meet Wednesdays at 10:00
a.m., Rm. C-200, Bldg. C. Carolyn Dannen, 407-876-8427.
Sunday Evening Couples Grp., 6:45 PM
Sunday Evening Couples Group is studying The Purpose Driven Life, 6:45-8:00
p.m., The Attic, Bldg. C. Sarah & Allen Layton, 407-876-2785.
Christian Believer 7:00 AM Wednesdays
What does being a Christian mean? What makes a Christian? Meet at 7:00 a.m.,
Wednesdays. Call Jeanne (407-876-4991 ext. 236) for information.
Disciple Groups - Immerse Your Spirit
9:30 AM Women’s Wednesday Study
The Wed. Morning Bible study of First Corinthians continues until Nov. 29, in Room C-210, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Call Loraine Chance, 407-521-7243.
New Directions Class 9:30 Sundays
The New Directions class meets at 9:30 a.m., Sundays in Room C-205/207.
Begin a new study on John Wesley for the 21st Century today. Call LaBron
Chance, 407-521-7243 for information.
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Donate SHARE Thanksgiving Dinners!
Donate a Thanksgiving dinner to local families in need ($23 each). West Orange Daily Bread needs 200 dinner packages. Make checks to “St. Luke’s
UMC” marked “Thanksgiving SHARE.” Leave in the offering, drop off at the
church office reception desk or mail it in. You may also order your own low
cost food package or Thanksgiving dinner for Nov. on the patio Sun., Oct.
29. Call David Risher (407-299-0010) for more information.
Pick Up & Deliver Food Every 6 Weeks
Pick up and deliver food for the hungry. This is a 2-3 hour commitment every
6 weeks during the late evening driving from Lake Buena Vista to Ocoee. Call
Renee Wolfe-Jones at 407-354-1198.
St. Luke’s Legal Ministry Help Needed
The Legal Ministry needs office help as well as attorneys. They meet
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m., Rm. A-102, Bldg. A. Contact Dede Duncan at
dduncan@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 296.
Servant Ministers Needed to Phone & Mail
The Lay Activation Ministry needs servant ministers to assist with mailings once a month and volunteers to help make telephone calls monthly. Call Joline
Krolicki at 407-876-4991, ext. 264.
Tools Equipment Coordinator Needed
People are needed to oversee the use and care of the tools and equipment
available for St. Luke’s construction-related mission ministries (Habitat,
Disaster Response, home repair, mission teams). Set your own hours. A system
to track use is also needed. Contact Lynette, 407-876-4991, ext. 230.
Upward Soccer Spring Season
The Soccer Ministry Team needs more members to coordinate spring Upward
Soccer season. The planning team meets monthly for about one hour and as
needed when season approaches. Early goals are coach and volunteer
recruitment. Your help is needed to make the season happen! Call Patrick
407-876-4991, ext. 251 or email pmanney@st.lukes.org.
UMW Bazaar Nov. 11 Servant Ministers Needed
Servant Ministers are needed to work at the UMW Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Nov. 11. You can help: set-up, bake goodies, be a clean-up coordinator, clean up from
2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Strong people with trucks are needed starting Wed., Nov.
8 at 10:00 a.m. Call Karen Brown, 407-876-4991, ext. 238.
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Grief Support Group 6:15 PM Tuesdays
Grief Support group Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30 p.m., Rm. B-201, led by Carol
Campbell Norris. Community Counseling Center, 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
Overeaters Anon. Body Image Group Tuesdays
Overeaters Anonymous Body Image, a free support group focused on body image issues meets every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Rm. B-205. Based on 12-Step program. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
Suicide Bereavement Group Thursdays
Suicide Bereavement Support meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6:30-8:00
p.m. in Rm. C-201/203. Facilitator: Anne Dumont. How to deal with feelings
after losing a friend or family member through suicide. Separate meetings
for adults and children. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for details.
Overeaters Anonymous Group Fridays
Overeaters Anonymous, a free drop-in support group meets Fridays, 7:30-8:30
p.m., upstairs, Rm. B-201, Bldg. B. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
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Counseling Help is Available!
The Community Counseling Center provides counseling Mon. - Fri.. No
counseling insurance? Ask for a sliding fee scale based on finances. Call
407-876-4991, ext. 250 for details/appointment.
Legal Assistance Available
St. Luke’s Legal Ministry offers legal assistance to anyone with low income
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. in Rm. A-102, Bldg. A. You do not need to be
a St. Luke’s member to receive help.
How to Help Children with Divorce Nov. 2
How to Help Your Children with Divorce, Thurs., Nov. 2, 7:00-8:30 p.m. in
Room C-205/207. Help children accept and understand new relationships when
parents divorce and how to help them with their concerns. Lisa Beilman, LMHC
facilitator. Please call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 to register.
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New Bowling League Forming Now!
Bowling League now being formed for fun, fellowship, and bowling. Cost and
location to be determined. Contact Alain Boniec at 407-351-7671 or
407-234-6603. Email at abboniec@aol.com
Help Finish Craft Items for the Fall Bazaar
Bring a friend to a craft group to finish up projects for the Bazaar (Sat.,
Nov. 11). Meet Mondays, 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. and/or Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.-1:00
p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Call Pam Thomas, 321-297-7319 for details.
Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
Anyone may join these exercise groups at any time. Free 50+ Fitness Class
(age does not matter!) Mon./Wed./Fri., 10:30-11:45 a.m. in the gym, entry
level cardio, strength & endurance. Free Strength & Flexibility 50+ Class
Tues./Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Please call Carol at 07-876-4991, ext.
262 to find out about the many sports and exercise programs available at St.
Luke’s.
Wednesday Night Dinner
Sign up for St. Luke’s Wednesday night dinner! 5:30-6:45 p.m. Home-Style
Entrée: $6.00. Heart Healthy Salad: $5.00. Youth/Child: $4.00. Includes
beverage, rolls & assorted desserts. Make a reservation choosing the
home-style entrée or heart healthy salad option, and the number of adults,
youth or children dining, call 407-876-4991, ext. 305, sign up at the Garden
of Eatin’ quick link at www.st.lukes.org or email goodeating@st.lukes.org.
Singles Thurs. Night Together, Oct. 26
St. Luke’s Singles meet Thurs., Oct. 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Room C-200/202, Building C. Learn how to line dance with Peggy Sue! Call 407-876-4991 ext.
236.
Halloween/Birthday Party Sat. Oct. 28
All Singles are invited to a Halloween Party and Birthday Party for Jordan
at Michelle Maurice’s home at 6:00 p.m., Sat., Oct. 28. Bring a side dish
or dessert to share. Costumes are optional. Please RSVP to Mary Monteleone
(321-663-8876).
Digital Camera Class Begins Oct. 30
So You Finally Have a Digital Camera – Now What? Register for an eight-week
class offered through the St. Luke’s School of the Arts beginning Mon., Oct.
30. Instructor Robin Norell teaches the basics of photo transferring,
editing, printing and much more! Mondays, 11:00-12:00 p.m. For details, call
the SOA office (407-876-5226).
Seniors’ Lunch 12:30 PM, Sun., Nov. 5
Join the Seniors at 12:30 p.m., Sun., Nov. 5 for lunch at Smokey Bones, 8016
Golden Sky Lane (FL Mall). Make reservations with Dorothy Jefts
(407-351-2577) no later than Fri., Nov. 3.
Before You Wed Class Nov. 7 & 14
Before You Wed, Nov. 7 & 14 at 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., at St. Luke’s United
Methodist Church, Rm. C-200/202 or Nov. 1 & 15 at 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., at
Winter Park United Methodist Church. These courses meet the Florida
requirement for a 4-hour marriage preparation course, and marriage license
discount. Led by Dr. Joanne MacPherson and Peter MacPherson, licensed mental health counselors. $175. To register, call 407-876-4991 ext. 250.
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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
High School Telos Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Join an exciting Middle School program Wednesdays. For details visit the NexGen Ministries website at www.theatticonline.org or call 407-876-4991,
ext. 258.
Schedule Your Pumpkin Patch Time
Visit the webpage at www.theatticonline.org, read the bulletin or pick up
information at the NexGen reception area upstairs in Buildling C for
opportunities to work in the Pumpkin Patch for a fun time and a great
community outreach. Earn NexGen Dollars for teens to use for youth
activities.
NexGen Ministries Information
Please welcome our new Director of NexGen Ministries, Jeremy Knight to St. Lukes. Contact him at Jknight@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991,
ext. 253.
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