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Hi saints! Each week our sermons in all worship services will be built upon the scriptures and themes of the successive chapters of the study book. Gary and I will begin the series this coming Sunday with The Miracle of Good News. Moore begins Chapter 1 of the study telling the story of a little boy named Joey, who in a moment of stage fright in the Christmas play couldn’t remember the correct the line for the angel he was portraying and instead of saying “Behold, I bring you glad tidings of great joy!” he blurted out, “Boy, oh boy, do I have good news for you!” Well, that’s what we are going to be thinking about on this first Sunday of Advent, the “boy oh boy” good news of nativity. Not only will we be looking forward to seeing you here amid the beautiful decorations around the church, we will be hoping that your preparations for Christmas will include reading the study and claiming you own personal Oh boy! And if you have not yet turned in your Race of Life pledge card, please do so as soon as you can. We have received 530 pledges totaling $2,158,000. See you on Sunday! Bill |
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Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
Upcoming Worship
Advent Events
Upcoming Events
Spiritual Growth Groups
Service Opportunities
Support Groups
We Can Help
Small Groups
Sunday, December 3, 2006
Holy Communion
1st Sunday of Advent
Sermon Series: The Miracle of Christmas
Sermon: The Miracle of Good News (Luke 1:39-45)
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. Gary Shockley preaching
Monday, December 4th
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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School of Arts Christmas Art Workshop December 2, Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
This craft workshop is a great opportunity for children in grades 2 - 5 to make holiday gifts. Registration required. For information or to register call 407-876-5226.
St. Luke's Angel Tree
Bring your Angel Ornament for St. Luke’s Angel Tree in the Rotunda of Building C.Is your family represented on our Angel Tree? If not, you are invited to help continue the tradition by bringing one non-breakable angel ornament per household to hang on the tree in the Rotunda of Building C. Please be sure that the ornament has the name of your family written on it. Each ornament will become a permanent part of our Advent decorations. Ornaments can be left at the information table on the patio after worship or in the church office during the week. For more information contact Sonja Wolfe-Eddy (407-290-1581).
Wish Tree Gifts Return Date December 3rd
All those who took ornaments from the Wish Tree to support disadvantaged Orange County school children and those served by the Coalition for the Homeless are asked to return each gift and ornament by December 3rd.
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First Saturday Singles Dance December 2
Everyone is invited to a dance with the St. Luke’s Singles Sat., Dec. 2, from 8:00-11:00 p.m. in the Gym, Building C. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. $8.00 per person includes soft drinks and refreshments.
Gym Closes Thursday, December 14 to January 2
The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium will close at noon on Thurs., Dec. 14 and reopen Jan. 2, 2007.
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Seeker Groups - Get Your Feet Wet
Sign Up for Church-Wide Advent Study
Sign up on the patio today for the church-wide Advent Study, The Miracle of Christmas by James W. Moore. This 4 week study coincides with the sermon series. Classes begin the week after Thanksgiving. Call Jeanne Gall (407-876-4991, ext. 236) to sign up or for more information.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch 11:30 AM, Monday
Brown Bag Bible Bunch meets Mondays at 11:30 a.m. in Room C-204, Bldg. C. They are studying For Such a Time as This. Please call Deborah Collins at 407-493-2757 for more details.
Explorer Groups - Wade in Deeper
Two Connections Studies Sundays
Join the Connections class as they participate in the Church-wide Study, "The Miracle of Christmas" at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. on Sundays in the Special Events Dining Rm., Bldg. C. Call Scott & Joan Ziegler at 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com or Bob and Leah Bergstrom at 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 meets Sundays at 6:30 p.m., Rm. C-204. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Ambassador Women’s Bible Study
Join the Ambassador’s new study, All I Want for Christmas, Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., Rm. C-200, Building C. Call Carolyn Dannen, 407-876-8427.
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
New Directions class meets at 9:30 a.m., Sundays, Rm. C-205. Join a study on John Wesley for the 21st Century. LaBron Chance, 407-521-7243.
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Gift Sorters Needed Mon., Dec. 4
Servant ministers are needed to sort and organize the wish tree gifts on Monday morning Dec. 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. when the gifts will be distributed to Orange County Social Workers. Call Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991, ext. 296.
Family Assistance for the Holidays
Many families in our community need help over the holidays, if you can make a financial donation or donate gift cards to assist these families, contact Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991 ext. 296.
New St. Luke’s Homeless Ministry Needs Servant Ministers & Supplies
Help with the new homeless ministry starting at St. Luke’s! St. Luke’s will host four families on campus the week of Dec. 31. Lots of servant ministers and supplies are needed! Training will be held on Dec. 3 and 10 at 11:00 a.m. in Rm. C-208. Donate gently used or new linens and blankets (twin size), pillows, bedside lamps, and dishes.
Bring items by Dec. 8 to Dede Duncan’s office across from the gym. Call Melinda Lis (406-513-4726) for details on this exciting new ministry.
Servant Ministers for the Legal Ministry
The Legal Ministry is looking for office help and attorneys. This growing ministry meets every Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. and offers legal services to people who could not otherwise afford it. Contact Doug Murray at dmurray@cfl.rr.com.
Church Safety Committee Forming
The Human Resource Director is organizing a St. Luke’s Safety Committee and is looking for servant ministers to work as a team to provide an effective, proactive safety program. The committee will review policies, develop a system of ongoing surveillance and inspection of the physical environment to assure it is safely maintained. Safety Committee meetings will be held on a quarterly basis. Members of the committee will be asked to perform monthly safety inspection in a designated area of the church and report their findings at the quarterly meetings. Good observation skills and a servant heart are all that are necessary. To become a Safety Committee Member contact Tweed Swenson at 407-876-4991, ext. 228 or email Tweed at: TSwenson@st.lukes.org
We Need Smiles & Friendly Greetings!
Greet first time visitors in the parking lot. Outgoing, friendly St. Luke Saints wanted to give a warm welcome to first time visitors, answer questions and give directions. Come 30 minutes prior to the service you attend. Make a small commitment with a large return in Building the Kingdom. Contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 223 for more details.
Servant Ministers Needed to Usher, Greet & Staff the Information Booth
Servant Ministers are needed for the Christmas concerts on Saturday and Sunday, December 9 and 10, and the Christmas PreEve and Eve services, morning and evening. Use your gifts of hospitality to welcome others! Call the church office at 407-876-4991, ext. 221 if you can be part of our welcoming team.
Extra Offering Counters Needed
You can help count the offering from PreEve, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day on Wed. Dec. 27. Contact Donna Brisbin at 407-876-4991, ext. 227 or email dbrisbin@st.lukes.org.
Upward Soccer Spring Season
The Soccer Ministry Team needs more members to coordinate spring Upward Soccer season. The planning team meets monthly for about 1 hour and as needed preseason. Early goals are coach and servant minister recruitment. Your help is needed to make the season happen! Call Patrick 407-876-4991, ext. 251 or email pmanney@st.lukes.org.
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Suicide Bereavement Group Thursday
Suicide Bereavement Support meets the 1st and 3rd Thurs., 6:30-8:00 p.m., C-201/203. Facilitator: Anne Dumont. How to cope with feelings after losing a friend or family member through suicide. Separate meetings for adults and children. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for information.
Overeaters Anonymous Group Friday
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 Monday - Friday. Don’t have counseling insurance? Ask for a sliding fee scale based on your finances. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
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.
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Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
Anyone may join an exercise or sports group at any time. Total Body Workout: Tues./Thurs., 6:00-7:00 p.m. $35.00 a month. Basketball: Mon./Wed./Fri., 6:00 a.m., Tues/Thurs, 7:00 a.m. & Sat., 7:00 a.m. Call Carol Crowley, 407-876-4991, ext. 262. Co-ed Volleyball: Thurs., 7:15 p.m. Call Michael Higgins, 407-277-5002.
No Wednesday Night Dinner November 29
There will be no Wednesday night dinner on November 29. Please sign up for St. Luke’s Wednesday night dinner for the following week.
Singles Thursday Night, November 30
St. Luke’s Singles will meet Thurs., Nov. 30 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 200/202, Bldg. C. Peggy Sue will present a Line Dancing Class! Call the Singles Office at 407-876-4991 ext. 236.
Kids Saturday Art Workshop December 2
Enjoy shopping time as your child attends the School of Arts Saturday Art Workshop on Dec. 2, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $50 per session includes all materials and snack. Students bring a bag lunch. Featured projects include a memory book. Limited to 10 students Grades 2-5. Call Cindy at 407-876-5226 to register or for more information.
Seniors’ Lunch, Sunday, December 3
St. Luke’s Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. for lunch after church at Steak and Ale, 7320 W. Colonial Drive. Call Dorothy Jefts at 407-351-2577 for reservations no later than Fri., Dec. 1.
Circle of Hope Meeting Monday, December 4
The Circle of Hope women will meet on Mon., Dec 4 at 11:00 a.m. for a Christmas brunch meeting at Betty Wilson’s home, on Hawksnest Blvd. Call Fran Biggin 407-876-3718 for details.
Prison Ministry Meeting Monday, December 4
The Prison Ministry meets Mon., Dec. 4 (the first Monday of the month) at 7:00 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room. All are welcome!
Before You Wed Class Thursday, December 7, 14
Before You Wed, Thurs., Dec. 7 and 14, 4:30-5:30 p.m. at 1st UMC, downtown Orlando. This course meets the Florida requirement for a four-hour marriage preparation course, entitling Florida couples to a discount on their marriage license. Led by Dr. Joanne MacPherson and Peter MacPherson, licensed mental health counselors. $175. To register, call 407-876-4991 ext. 250.
Set Sail with the Seniors January 21!
Call Pat Rosenberg at 407-239-2825 about joining the Seniors on Jan. 21, 2007 for a 7-day cruise to Coco Cay, St. Maarten and St. Thomas.
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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Throw Pillows Needed!
Donate throw pillows to refurbish The Attic. Drop throw pillows at NexGen reception anytime.
High School Telos Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Join an exciting Middle School program Wednesdays from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 258 or visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org for more information.
Feel Like Going Snow Skiing?
Join the NexGen group… it’s not too late to go on the middle school student’ winter retreat, at Appalachian Ski Mountain, North Carolina. Sign up NOW! The deadline is Wed., Nov. 15. High school student’s winter retreat will head to Canaan Valley Ski Resort West Virginia. Deadline December 6. Check out all the details on the website at www.theatticonline.org or call Kat Connolly at 407-876-4991, ext 258.
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