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Hello Dear Friends, "You cannot show a kindness too soon, because you never know how soon it will be too late." This old proverb is one of my favorites now – I will tell you why. But first a word from our sponsor – Last Sunday at St. Luke’s, where exciting things are always happening, Pastor Jenn and I had mental gymnastic addressing the “Primetime Preaches” series on the T.V. show “Survivor.” In simple terms, we talked about learning to help one another and not to “vote people off the Island.” Let’s not give up on each other, or run each other down, because we are on this journey of faith together and we need each other. This Sunday we will look at the T.V. show “American Idols.” What’s that got to do with our Faith? Come and see! Back to my quote – at Christmas I called my brother, Jimmie, and asked him to come up to hear me preach on New Years eve, bring Mom and Dad, and afterwards go out for Lunch. I also called my Daughter and asked her to come and to bring the grandkids, so they could see their great grandparents. A few days before New Years eve Sunday, Jimmie’s Mother in Law had a stroke and ended up in the hospital. I called and told him to stay with his wife and help out, but he insisted that he could still come, and bring Mom and Dad. We had a great time that Sunday, and the family came over after lunch for Dessert at my home. Since then my Father was diagnosed with a fast growing brain tumor and is now too disoriented to travel. That Sunday was his last trip to my home, and our last time to worship together at St. Luke’s – just in time, at the right time, in the fullness of time. Thank you Lord – and thanks Jimmie. Love you All David |
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Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
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Service Opportunities
Support Groups
We Can Help
Small Groups
NexGen
Positions Available
Sunday, February 18
Sermon Series: "Primetime Preaches"
Sermon: "American Idol?" – Matthew 6:24-34
Traditional: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Dr. William S. Barnes preaching in the Sanctuary
Contemporary: 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett preaching in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium
Monday, February 19 Relevant - A Young Adult Worship Service
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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Anyone may join St. Luke’s groups and church activities. Membership is not required. Please invite people to come and get in touch with the contact person for more information.
See Resource Directory Table Feb. 18
Stop by the information table next Sun., Feb. 18 from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. and 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. in the Welcome Hall in Building C if you would like to know about advertising your business in the St. Luke’s Resource Directory or contact Kelly Smith for additional information at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 223.
Daily Lenten Devotionals by Email!
Sign up on the patio or by the gym in Bldg. C following worship if you would like to receive daily St. Luke’s Lenten devotionals by email. You can also request the devotionals by contact Dede at dduncan@st.lukes.org.
Prayers for Cuba Caravan
Three St. Lukers are in Cuba this week to participate in the Holguin-Tunas District Conference and meet the congregation at St. Luke’s sister church in Melones. This Cuba Caravan is part of the Cuba-Florida Methodist Covenant and has participants from two other United Methodist churches. Please keep this team in your prayers.
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St. Luke’s Scholarships
St. Luke’s UMC offers yearly scholarships to those needing financial assistance for education. Please pick up an application at the church office, visit www.st.lukes.org/events/news.asp, or call Kathy Barrett at 407-352-8553 (Thurs., March 1 is the deadline to submit an application).
Before You Wed Course, March 6, 13
Register now for the Before You Wed marriage preparation course Thurs., March 6 and 13 in the Special Events Dining Rm., Bldg. C. This course meets the Florida requirement for a four-hour marriage preparation course, and qualifies Florida couples for a marriage license discount. Led by Dr. Joanne MacPherson and Peter MacPherson, licensed mental health counselors. Cost: $175. To register or for details call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
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Seeker Groups Get Your Feet Wet
Soul House Study 11:00 AM Sundays
Calling all couples 20’s to 40’s, Soul House is looking for you! Meet at 11:00 a.m. Sundays in the Attic in Building C. Coffee, snacks & social time at 10:30 a.m. Join the God is Closer Than You Think study. Call Amanda Knight, 407-748-7993 or Frank Lavra, 407-580-6863 for details.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch 11:30 AM, Mon.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch meets Mondays at 11:30 a.m., Rm. C-204, Bldg. C to study For Such a Time as This. Call Deborah Collins at 407-493-2757.
New Men’s Study Group Forming
A new small group Bible study for men in their mid 30’s to 40’s will meet Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room off the Rotunda in Building C beginning Wed., Feb. 7. No experience needed, just a willing spirit and a desire to join other men in studying God’s word. For details call Jeanne Gall, 407-876-4991, 236.
Young Moms Bible Study Thursdays
Join the Young Moms Bible Study for Max Lucado’s In the Grip of Grace, going on now at 9:30 a.m., Thursday in Room B-205, Building B. Call Amanda Knight (407-748-7993) for details.
Companions in Christ
Join this 9-week interactive small group for a study beginning tonight at 6:45 p.m. with David and Marca Stephens, facilitators. In the Office Conference Rm., Bldg. C. 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Explorer Groups Wade in Deeper
New Men’s Study Group Wed., Feb. 21
Walking with Christ, a new small group Bible study for men 35 to 50 meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room off the Rotunda in Building C beginning Wed., Feb. 21. No experience needed, just a willing spirit and a desire to join other men in studying God’s word. Call Jeanne Gall, 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Three Connections Studies Sundays
Join the Connections class at 9:30, 11:00 a.m., or 6:45 p.m., Sundays in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. A new Lenten study On the Road Again – A Faith Journey by James W. Moore begins Sun., Feb. 25. Call Scott & Joan Ziegler at 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com or Bob and Leah Bergstrom at 407-654-8647, bobleahbergstrom@yahoo.com for more information
Community with Children & The Poor
A Bible study on children and poverty currently meets Sundays at 11:00 a.m. through Feb. 11 and Wed., 6:30 p.m., Jan. 24 - Mar. 7. Facilitated by Lynette Fields, Ann Lee Earnshaw and Marva Carter. For details or to sign up contact Gin Jans at gjans@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 259.
Tuesday 10:00 AM Really Bad Girls!
Begin a study, Really, Bad Girls of the Bible (7 weeks), Tues., Jan. 30 at 10:00 a.m. in Room B-206. Call Carolyn Hildreth (352-242-9939).
Ambassador Women’s Bible Study
Join a new study Twelve Extraordinary Women with the Ambassadors on Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21 at 10:00 a.m. in Room C-200, Bldg. C. Call Carolyn Dannen, 407-876-8427 for details.
Disciple Groups Immerse Your Spirit
9:30 AM Women’s Wednesday Study
Join the Wednesday Morning Bible Study in Rm. C-210, Bldg. C, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Join a new Lenten study On the Road Again – A Faith Journey by James W. Moore beginning Wed., Feb. 21. Call Joyce Clegg, 407-656-0964 for more details.
New Directions Class 9:30 Sundays
Join the New Directions class for a study Invitation to Genesis Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room C-205/207, Building C. Call Bobby Cox, facilitator at 407-295-0719 for more information.
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Cooks & Servers Needed Sat., Feb. 17
Coalition for the Homeless needs cooks and servers on Sat., Feb. 17. Cooks meet in Fellowship Hall at 12:00 p.m. and finish about 6:00 p.m. Servers meet at the church at 5:00 p.m. and finish about 8:00 p.m. For details contact Dede at 407-876-4991, ext. 296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org.
Share the Care Needs Recliners
The Share the Care facility here at St. Luke’s in Building A is looking for new or slightly used recliners for their clients. Contact Share the Care at 407-876-9194 for additional information.
St. Luke’s Prayer Ministry Needs YOU!!
The Prayer Ministry group meets every Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel, Building C to pray for the world, our community and our church family. To participate in the Prayer Ministry or for details call Carol Crowley, 407-876-491, ext. 262.
Servant Ministers for Legal Ministry
The Legal Ministry is looking for office volunteers as well as attorneys every Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in Room A-102, Building A. The Legal Ministry offers free legal counseling to people who can’t afford legal services because of their low income. For details contact Doug Murray, dmurray@cfl.rr.com or Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991, ext. 296.
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Grief Support Group 6:15 PM Tuesdays
A Grief Support group meets Tuesdays through Feb. 13, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m., Rm. B-203, led by Carol Campbell Norris. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
Overeaters Anon. 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. A-102. Based on 12-Step program. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
Suicide Bereavement Group Thurs.
Suicide Bereavement Support meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m., Room C-205/207. Anne Dumont, facilitator. Learn how to cope with feelings after losing a friend or family member through suicide. Separate meetings for adults & children. Call the Community Counseling Center at 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for details.
Overeaters Anonymous Group Fri.
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.
Divorce Recovery Begins Feb. 14
Divorce Recovery Workshop meets Wed., Feb. 14 through Easter at 7:00 p.m., Rm. B-206, 2nd floor, Bldg. B. David Stephens, facilitator. To register or for details call 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
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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., 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
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. Co-ed Volleyball: Thurs., 7:15 p.m. Michael Higgins, 407-277-5002. Anyone may join the sports and exercise programs at St. Luke’s. Call Carol, 407-876-4991, ext. 262 for more about sports and exercise programs at St. Luke’s.
UMW Craft Groups
Please call Pam Thomas at 321-297-7319 for information about St. Luke’s craft groups. These groups make crafts to be sold at the fall Bazaar.
Psychomotor Exercise Meets Tuesdays
Meet Tuesdays through April 3, 7:30-8:30 p.m. in Room C-201/C203. The body is used for mobility and to satisfy physical needs. Rarely do we use it as an instrument to monitor our emotions. The body is a storehouse of information, memories and emotions that often go unnoticed or are repressed. Through psychomotor exercises, group participants will use their bodies as an instrument to help understand their psyche. Facilitator: Mike Manchester. Call 407-876-4991, ext 250 for more information or to sign up.
Free Movement Class Wednesdays, 8:00 AM
Positive Moves: A combination of Yoga and Pilates, Tai Chi and Reflexology. Come de-stress and learn how to take care of your body. Connie Gleason is a registered Yoga teacher and a certified Pilates Mat instructor. Connie incorporates wellness with life. Bring your yoga mat and join us on Wednesdays at 8:00 a.m. in the Attic, upstairs in Building C. FREE!
Relationships Workshop Feb. 14 & 21
Relationships: Effective Communication, Parenting, and the Gift of Sex in a Marriage: Feb. 14 and 21, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Room A-102. Facilitator: Peter MacPherson. Call 407-876-4991, ext 250.
Sarah Circle Meeting Thurs., Feb. 15
Please join Sarah Circle for a meeting on Thurs., Feb. 15 at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Bldg. C. Visitors are welcome. Contact Margaret Hutson at 407-654-2397 for details.
Singles Thursday Night, 7 PM, Feb. 15
St. Luke’s Singles will meet at 7:00 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 15 for Dominoes with Dominoes (pizza & game night) in Room 200/202, Building C. The series How to Find a Loving Relationship continues at 7:30 p.m. in Room C-201 Call the Singles Office, 407-876-4991, ext. 236 for more details.
Seniors’ Meeting & Lunch Fri., Feb. 16
Meet at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 16 in the Rotunda, Building C for socializing, a short business meeting, and lunch. Call Pattie Kinney, 407-578-4486 or Connie Shreiner, 407-239-1145 for reservations no later than Monday, Feb. 12. The program will feature dancers from Vietnam.
Singles Drop-in Lunch Sun., Feb. 18
The 40+ Singles will meet for lunch next Sun., Feb. 18 at 12:30 p.m. at the Dragon Court Chinese-American Buffet on Apopka-Vineland Road.
STEP Parenting Teens Feb. 21-April 4
STEP Parenting for Teens: Wednesdays, Feb. 21 - April 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Rm. B-201, led by Cindy Fabico. Course emphasizes principles of choice, responsibility, consistency, positive reinforcement and consequences. Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) materials are used. $40 (couples), $25 (single person) to cover workbook and materials. Please purchase books before class and read Chapter 1. For details and books call or stop by the Counseling Ctr., 407-876-4991, ext 250 in Bldg. A.
Ladies’ Last Minute Lunch Thurs., Feb. 22
The Ladies’ Last Minute Luncheon is BACK! Come and welcome our new Minister of Relational Evangelism, Jennifer Stiles Williams with the UMW at the Ladies’ Luncheon Thurs., Feb. 22. Cost for the heart-healthy menu is $8. Call Pam at 321-297-7319 for reservations by Feb. 19. February is heart health month-WEAR RED!
Upward Night at the Orlando Magic Game Fri., Feb. 23
Join St. Luke’s Upward Basketball league for an exciting game at the Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons on Fri., Feb. 23, 7:00 p.m. Tickets are just $20 ($25 face value). Call to reserve and pick up tickets, 407-876-4991, ext. 262 or 251.
Indian Cooking 101 Class Tues., Feb. 27
Learn to create tasty Indian food such as samosas, nann, raitia, tandoori chicken and lamb vindallo. $15.00. Bring a friend and sign up now to reserve your spot, classes fill up fast! Call the Culinary Hotline 407-876-4991, ext. 305 or email Chef Liz at Lkublalsingh@st.lukes.org for reservations.
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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Middle School Students & Parents!
Join NexGen's a new program Sunday nights Sun., Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in The Attic. Catalyst will be a great opportunity for fellowship, kingdom building, worship, teaching, small groups, and games of course.
Join the Middle School program Wednesdays, 3:00-5:30 p.m.
High School Telos
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org or call 407-876-4991, ext. 258 for details.
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Childcare Provider Positions
Part-time childcare providers for Sun. and midweek mornings. Call Jayne Andrews, Director of Children’s Ministries, 407-876-4991, ext. 237.
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