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Dear Saints: I am writing this to you from a hotel in Montgomery, Alabama, where six other St. Luke’s members and staff have joined me for the 2007 United Methodist Large Church Initiative. Gathering the pastors, staff members, and leaders of our denomination’s largest congregations is an annual event, hosted by the LCI team, the General Board of Discipleship, and a key local church. The event has been hosted all over the United States, and next year, in January, 700 or more leaders from United Methodist churches will come to St. Luke’s. This week our St. Luke’s team will be promoting the Orlando event. There is a special portion of our website devoted to the Large Church Initiative: www.st.lukes.org/LCI and by checking the site regularly you can keep up with the progress we are making to offer our sisters and brothers in ministry an experience which is both helpful and renewing. We will need hundreds of St. Luke’s hosts for this event, so I hope you will be enthusiastically responsive to our requests for LCI host and task teams when we return from Montgomery. This week we are at Frazer Memorial UMC, a congregation best known for its commitment to have every member involved in ministry. People want to come to St. Luke’s because of what we are learning about strategic alignment for ministry in our local church and about how we organize for outreach in our community and the world. Leading churches are passionate churches. And passionate churches are all about passionate people. Join Jenn and me on Sunday as we explore what it means to be vitally engaged in kingdom building in the name of Jesus Christ. With, faith, hope, and love, Bill |
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Sunday, April 22
Sermon Series: "Spread Your Wings "
Sermon: "Kingdom Living is Passionate" – Revelation 3:14-22
Traditional: 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. Dr. William S. Barnes preaching in the Sanctuary
Contemporary: 9:30 and 5:30 p.m. The Rev. Jenn Stiles Williams preaching in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium
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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.
Make Their Day With A FREE E-Card
St. Luke’s announces free new e-cards you can send to your friends for a variety of occasions including Happy Easter, Happy Birthday, Thank You, Sympathy and more. The cards can be found on our website at www.st.lukes.org. Help us launch our new e-cards by sending one today!
Come to Night of Percussion April 30
All are invited to attend the free annual Night of Percussion concert presented by the award-winning middle and high school students of the St. Luke’s School of the Arts on Mon., April 30 in the Sanctuary at 7:30 p.m. The concert features contemporary and traditional solo and ensemble arrangements as well as a few unconventional surprises. Call Cindy at 407-876-5226 for details.
Before You Wed Class May 1 & 8
The Before You Wed class will meet on May 1 & 8. This course meets the Florida requirement for the 4-hour marriage preparation course qualifying Florida couples for a marriage license discount. Led by Dr. Joanne MacPherson and Peter MacPherson, licensed mental health counselors. Cost: $175. To register, call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
Summer Programs for Children
Visit www.st.lukes.org and click on 2007 Summer Camp Registration to see all St. Luke’s exciting summer camps for children.
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Seeker Groups Get Your Feet Wet
Soul House Sundays at 11 AM
Calling all couples 20’s to 40’s! Come to Soul House for the study Invitation to the Old Testament, a short version of the Disciple study. Meet at 11:00 a.m. Sundays in the Attic, Bldg. C. Coffee, snacks & social time at 10:30 a.m. Call Amanda Knight, 407-748-7993 or Frank Lavra, 407-580-6863 for details.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch Monday
Join the Brown Bag Bible Bunch Mondays at 11:30 a.m. in Rm. C-204, Bldg. C to study For Such a Time as This. Call Deborah Collins, 407-493-2757 for information.
Young Moms Bible Study Thursday
Join the Young Moms Bible Study for their next study Oxygen: Deep Breathing for the Soul at 9:30 a.m., Thursdays in Room B-205, Bldg. B. Call Amanda Knight (407-748-7993).
Explorer Groups Wade in Deeper
Three Connections Studies Sundays
Join us at 9:30, 11:00 a.m., or 6:45 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Rm., Bldg. C. Resume the study Everybody’s Normal from April 15 through May 8. Contact Scott & Joan Ziegler at 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com or Bob & Leah Bergstrom, 407-654-8647, bobleahbergstrom@yahoo.com.
Ambassador Women’s Bible Study
Join the Ambassadors for Twelve Extraordinary Women Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., Rm. C-200, Bldg. C. Carolyn Dannen (407-876-8427).
Men’s Study Group Wed., 7:00 PM
Walking with Christ men’s Bible study meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., Special Events Dining Room, Bldg. C. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Disciple Groups Immerse Your Spirit
9:30 AM Women’s Wednesday Study
Join a study of 2nd Corinthians with the Women’s Wed. Morning Study, Rm. C-210, Bldg. C, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Call Joyce Clegg (407-656-0964).
New Directions Class 9:30 Sundays
Join the New Directions class for Three Months with Paul by Justo Gonzalez beginning today at 9:30 a.m. in Rm. C-205/207, Bldg. C. Call Bobby Cox, facilitator, 407-295-0719 for information.
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Serve at the Welcome Desk on Sundays
We need friendly faces who are knowledgeable about St. Luke’s to assist newcomers and direct people on Sundays, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m., 10:30 - 11:00 a.m., or 12:00 - 12:15 p.m. Contact Joline at 407-876-4991, ext 264, or jkrolicki@st.lukes.org.
Serve Daily Bread Lunch Tues.-Thurs.
West Orange Daily Bread needs servant ministers to serve the noon meal at the Christian Service Center in Ocoee Tuesday through Thursday April 17-19. Meet at the Christian Service Center, 300 W. Franklin St. in Ocoee at 10:00 a.m. Sign up at the Deploy table in Building C. For details contact Joanie Mills at 407-292-5861.
Help the UMC for a Few Hours
The National Conference for Deacons in the United Methodist Church will be in Orlando this month. They need helping hands to load boxes here at St. Luke’s and deliver them to their event on I-Drive. Contact Dede at 407-876-4991 ext. 296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org to help, 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Wed., April 18 or Sun., April 22, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and indicate if you can drive.
Singles Service Project Sat., April 21
Please join other singles at 8:30 a.m. on Sat., April 21 in Fellowship Hall to help prepare the S.H.A.R.E. food packages for distribution.
Serve the Homeless Sat., April 21
Coalition for the Homeless needs cooks and servers on Sat., April 21. Cooks meet in Fellowship Hall at 12:00 p.m. and servers meet in Fellowship Hall at 5:00 p.m. No experience is necessary. Food donations are also needed. A list of these items is on the sign up sheet and on the St. Luke’s website. Sign up at the Deploy table in Building C or call Dede Duncan for more information.
Callers Needed Thursday, April 26!
Callers needed! Thurs., April 26, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Help the Shepherd’s Team make friendly calls to our St. Luke’s family. Contact Joline at 407-876-4991, ext. 264 or jkrolicki@st.lukes.org.
Community Day of Service Sat., May 5
Find out how you can serve in our community Sat., May 5, 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Lunch and snacks provided. Contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 296
Hospitality Servant Ministers Needed
Serve God by serving others with the gift of hospitality. Become a trained usher, communion preparer, greeter or coffee helper one Sunday a month. Karen Brown, 407-876-4991, ext. 221.
Servant Ministers @ Shepherd’s Hope
Shepherd’s Hope is looking for medical professionals (doctors, nurses, P.A.s) at the West Side Ctr. Call Gayle Fitzpatrick at 407-876-6699, ext. 3 or email her at volunteer@shepherdshope.org.
Legal Ministry Servant Ministers
Advocates of Grace Legal Ministry serves low-income clients who fall between the gap of other legal assistance programs. Lawyers are needed in many specialties. Set your own schedule and caseload. Dede Duncan, 407-876-4991, ext. 296.
Support Habitat by Walking May 12
Support West Orange Habitat for Humanity by running or walking the 5K Jack Fain Memorial Race Sat., May 12. Race begins at 8:00 a.m. Register online at www.woh4h.org. Contact Dede Duncan, 407-876-4991, dduncan@st.lukes.org.
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Youth Praise Choir 11:30 AM Sundays
Grades 6-12 are invited to sing Sundays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Choir Room, Building B.
Sign Up Now for Twilight Golf Program
A twilight golf program is now being organized. Meet after work for 9 holes of golf at a local course. Contests such as closest to the pin, longest drive, etc. are planned. Coordinator is looking for golfers’ input to help select location and start dates, or to sign up. Contact Tom Puckett at tspjflorida@hotmail.com.
Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
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. RSVP for the April 25 lunch ($6) after the 50+ class. Menu: tomato basil soup, grilled chicken wrap, spicy slaw, dessert. Basketball: Mon./Wed./Fri., 6:00 a.m., Tues/Thurs, 7:00 a.m. & Sat., 7:00 a.m. Anyone may join the sports and exercise programs at St. Luke’s. Call Carol Crowley at 407-876-4991, ext. 262.
St. Luke’s UMW Craft Groups
Crafters meet Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m., and mosaics meet Mondays at 7:00 p.m., all in Fellowship Hall. Canning meets on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Building C kitchen. No reservations needed. Contact Pam at 321-297-7319 or ontheporch@aol.com. Donate clean (no labels) or new canning jars. Leave jars at the church office “Attn: Pam.”
Frugal Flicks Tuesday Nights
Join the Singles for 75¢ Movie Night Tuesdays at the Colonial Movie Theater, 4672 E. Colonial Dr. at 6:30 p.m. Call Linda Miller (407-620-7038).
Join a Yoga Program 8:00 AM Wed.
All are welcome to join a new Yoga class in The Attic every Wednesday morning at 8:00 a.m. Only $3.00 a class. Dress comfortably, bring a mat and come join the fun!
Safety Committee Meeting April 18
Come to the St. Luke’s Safety Committee meeting Wed., April 18 at 5:30 p.m. to develop a safety and maintenance program. Reserve a Wednesday night dinner to bring to the Conference Rm. (Bldg C) across from reception. Contact Tweed Swenson with dinner reservations, 407-876-4991, ext. 228 or email Tswenson@st.lukes.org.
Sarah Circle Meeting Thurs., April 19
Meet at 9:30 a.m., Thurs., April 19 in the Special Events Dining Rm., Bldg. C. Visitors welcome. Contact Mary Ellen Hanson at 407-299-0075.
Singles Thurs. Night Together April 19
St. Luke’s Singles meet Thurs., April 19 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 200/202. The program will be Domino’s with Dominoes (pizza and game night). Singles Office (407-876-4991 ext. 236).
Emmaus Community Gathering Apr. 20
Come to the West Orange Emmaus Community’s gathering on Fri., April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Christ Community Church. Bring a dish to share. RSVP to Scott & Joan Ziegler 407-876-2445 by April 18.
Seniors’ Lunch Meeting, Fri., April 20
All seniors are invited to meet at 11:30 a.m., April 20 in the Rotunda, Building C, for socializing, business, and lunch at noon. Call Lucille Ellson 407-352-2491 or Ilga Banga 407-352-2491 for reservations no later than April 16.
S.H.A.R.E. Food Pick Up Sat., April 21
Pick up SHARE orders Sat., April 21 in Building A. Order May groceries at reduced prices today and next Sunday at the SHARE table, Bldg. C. For details contact Dave Risher at 407-765-1607.
Singles to Yalaha Bakery Sat., April 21
Enjoy a day trip to the Yalaha Bakery Sat., Apr. 21. Call Mary Monteleone for details (321-663-8876).
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Harbor House Women’s Support Grp.
Meets Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Rm. B-214, Bldg. B. No childcare. 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., Rm. C-205/207 with Anne Dumont. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.
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.
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Counseling Help is Available!
Call the Community Counseling Center Monday through Friday for assistance. If you don’t have counseling insurance please ask about a sliding scale fee based on your finances. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for an appointment or details.
Legal Assistance Available
Advocates of Grace, 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 (wait in hallway seating), Bldg. A. You don’t need to be a St. Luke’s member to receive assistance.
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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Middle School Students & Parents!
NexGen’s Middle School program ‘Catalyst’ meets Sunday 6:30 - 8:15 p.m. upstairs in The Attic, Building C. This is a great time for fellowship, kingdom building, worship, teaching, small groups, and games!
Join the Middle School program ‘Son-powered’ Wednesdays, 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. in The Attic.
High School Students
Telos meets Wednesdays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in The Attic, Building C.
Sign Up Now for the Beach Retreat!
High School Students June 10 – 14
Middle School Students July 29 – August 2
The Beach Retreat includes: 4 nights beachfront hotel in Panama City, all meals, Big Stuf camp T-shirt, all study materials and coach bus transportation. Scholarships are available. Total Cost: $220! Get details online.
Visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org or call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
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