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Dear Saints, Saturday, December 23rd Christmas Preeve Sunday December 24th - 4th Sunday of Advent 4:00 p.m. Children’s Participation Nativity Pageant Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Dec. 25, Monday Christmas Day With my most sincere wishes for a blessed Nativity, |
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Saturday, December 23rd Christmas Preeve
St. Luke’s Family Candlelight Worship
6:00 p.m. With Music by the Contemporary Worship Praise Team
7:15 p.m. With Music by St. Luke’s Sanctuary Choir
Sunday December 24th - 4th Sunday of Advent
Sermon Series: The Miracle of Christmas
Sermon: The Miracle of Giving– Matthew 1:18-25
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
The Rev. Gary Shockely
4:00 p.m. Children’s Participation Nativity Pageant
All children are invited to dress up as their favorite character from the Nativity story and bring their parents for an audience participation nativity pageant like no other.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
These Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Services will celebrate Christ’s birth with music from the choirs/groups listed below and a sermon entitled “The Miracle of Amazement” from Dr. William S. Barnes.
5:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Children’s Choirs
6:15 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Youth Praise Choir
7:30 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Contemporary Worship Praise Team
8:45 & 10:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Sanctuary Choir
11:15 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Mixed Ensemble
Dec. 25, Monday Christmas Day
12:15 a.m. A Service of Holy Communion
The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett will lead this quiet Christmas morning service of Holy Communion.
No Relevant Monday, December 25th
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Adult Handbells in Concert at the Walt Disney World
Dec. 21, Thursday at
7:00 & 7:40 p.m.
Adult Handbells in Concert at the Walt Disney World Wilderness Lodge. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 244 for details.
Christmas PreEve St. Luke’s Family Candlelight Worship
Dec. 23, Saturday This evening celebration of the birth of Christ held in the Sanctuary offers our church family a chance to experience a candlelight service while opening up more seats for our guests from the community on Christmas Eve. Dr. William S. Barnes will be preaching the same sermon that he will preach on Christmas Eve.
6:00 p.m. With Music by the Contemporary Worship Praise Team
7:15 p.m. With Music by St. Luke’s Sanctuary Choir
Childcare is available at both Christmas PreEve services for children 6 weeks of age through pre-school. Children must be picked up immediately after the service. No reservations needed for these Worship services.
Fourth Sunday of Advent Christmas Eve
December 24th
The Miracle of Christmas
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
The Rev. Gary Shockley preaching in the Sanctuary
Children’s Participation Nativity Pageant
On December 24th at 4:00 p.m. all children are invited to dress up as their favorite character from the Nativity story and bring their parents for an audience participation nativity pageant like no other. Each child is asked to participate in the pageant at the appropriate time for the character they are portraying. In past years children have come dressed in a variety of ways from angels and shepherds to stable dogs to Mary and Joseph. Music will be provided by the WeeSingers and K-Chorale.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
These Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Services will celebrate Christ’s birth with music from the choirs/groups listed below and a sermon entitled “The Miracle of Amazement” from Dr. William S. Barnes.
5:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Children’s Choirs
6:15 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Youth Praise Choir
7:30 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Contemporary Worship Praise Team
8:45 & 10:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Sanctuary Choir
11:15 p.m. Candlelight Worship with the Mixed Ensemble
Childcare is available at the 5:00 p.m., 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve services for children 6 weeks of age through pre-school. Children must be picked up immediately after the service. No reservations needed for these Worship services.
A Service of Holy Communion
Christmas Day at
12:15 a.m.
The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett will lead this quiet Christmas morning service of Holy Communion.
Church Campus Closed
Dec. 25 & 26, Monday & Tuesday Merry Christmas!
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Just a Reminder
2006 End of Year Donations
Reminder: all contributions for the 2006 tax reporting year must be received or postmarked by Sat., Dec. 30, 2006. Don’t forget that in 2007 offering envelopes will have a new number, please throw old envelopes away. Call Donna Brisbin, 407-876-4991, ext. 227 for more information.
Holiday Safety at St. Luke’s
Always keep vehicles locked, car alarms on and valuables (cell phones, wallets, purses, gifts) out of sight to avoid car theft and break-ins. For safety concerns while you are on St. Luke’s campus please call 407-468-9310.
Gym Closes Thursday, December 14 to January 2
The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium will close at noon on Thursday, December 14 and reopen January 2, 2007.
Church Facilities Closed Dec. 25 & 26
St. Luke’s campus will be closed Mon. and Tues., Dec. 25 and 26 and Mon., Jan. 1 for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. We will reopen on Tues., Jan. 2, 2007.
Rummage Sale is Coming
St. Luke’s Annual Rummage Sale to support Missions is Sat., Jan. 27. Save household items, furniture, clothes, toys and other goodies for the sale. Drop off items in Fellowship Hall starting Thurs., Jan. 25. Call Dede Duncan, 407-876-4991, ext. 296. If you are available to help sort on Thurs., Jan. 25 or Fri., Jan. 26 or if you can work the sale, please contact Dede Duncan x296.
CDC Registration in February 2007
Registration for the Child Development Center for church members’ families will take place on Feb. 1, 2007. To register your child for the Fall program, membership classes must be completed. A membership verification form must accompany your child’s application. The form is available at the church office. If you have any questions about membership, please call 407-876-4991, ext. 233.
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St. Luke’s groups will not meet on Sun. Dec. 24 due to the extensive Christmas Eve worship schedule. Please enjoy the blessings of Christmas with your family. No childcare available on Sunday morning Dec. 24 or Dec. 31.
Ambassador Women’s Bible Study
Start a new study with the Ambassadors, When God Speaks beginning on Jan. 3, Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., Room C-200, Building C. Call Carolyn Dannen, 407-876-8427 for information. No meeting Sunday, Dec. 24 or 31.
Community with Children & The Poor
A new Bible study on children and poverty will begin meeting Sundays at 11:00 a.m., Jan. 7 - Feb. 11 and Wednesdays at 6:30, Jan. 24 - March 7. For details or to sign up please contact Gin Jans at gjans@st.lukes.org or call 407-876-4991, ext. 259.
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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.
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.
Christmas PreEve & Eve Readers
Families and individual servant ministers are wanted to read the scripture and light the Advent candles on Christmas PreEve (Dec. 23) or Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) in worship. Call Beth Farabee-Puckett at 407-876-4991, ext. 229.
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.
Servant Ministers for the Legal Ministry
The Legal Ministry is looking for office help and attorneys. This growing ministry meets 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.
Deliver Holiday Flowers to Shut-Ins
Deliver flowers to shut-ins after Christmas; call Carol Crowley at 407-876-4991, ext. 262.
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Grief Support Group 6:15 PM Tuesdays
A Grief Support group meets Tuesdays, from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. in Room B-201, led by Carol Campbell Norris. Call the Community Counseling Center, 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for information.
Overeaters Anonymous Body Image Group
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.
Next Divorce Recovery Workshop
For information about the next Divorce Recovery Workshop with Dr. David Stephens, facilitator, call the Singles Office (407-876-4991 ext. 236).
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.
12 Week NBD Support Classes
Free support classes for family members, partners and friends of individuals with Neurological Brain Disorders (NBDs). A series of 12 weekly, confidential classes structured for caregivers only, to help them to cope and support family/friends with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. These classes will be taught by state certified facilitators who are dealing with family members who have NBDs. Classes meet on Tues., Jan. 9, 2007 through Tues., March 27; 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in Room B-201, Building B at St. Luke’s. Call 407-294-2267 for information and to sign up. Classes are limited to 25 persons.
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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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St. Luke’s Bowling League Forming
St. Luke’s bowling league is now forming for fun, fellowship and bowling. Cost and location to be determined by those interested. Sign up by contacting Alain Boniec at 407-351-7671 or email to abboniec@aol.com.
Craft Groups Resume in January
The craft groups will resume again in January 2007. Please call Pam Thomas, 321-297-7319 for more information.
Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium is closed until Jan. 2, 2007. Anyone may join an exercise or sports group at any time. Call Carol Crowley at 407-876-4991, ext. 262 for details about St. Luke’s sports and exercise programs.
No Wednesday Night Dinner Dec. 20
Due to the holidays there will be no St. Luke’s Wednesday night dinners until January 10, 2007.
Singles Thursday Night, Dec. 21
St. Luke’s Singles will meet Thurs., Dec. 21 at
7:00 p.m., in the Special Events Dining Room, Bldg. C for a Christmas dinner. To RSVP call Mary Monteleone by Mon., Dec. 18. Call the Singles Office, 407-876-4991, ext. 236 for details.
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 aboard the Mariner of the Seas to Coco Cay, St. Marten and St. Thomas.
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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Join the excitement at the Middle School program Wednesdays from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. Come to the Son-Powered Christmas Celebration! Wed., Dec. 13, 3:00-5:30 p.m.!
High School Telos Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
High Schoolers! Come to the Telos Christmas Bonfire Wed., Dec. 13, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 258 or visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org for details.
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