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In the previous church I served, we prepared for Pentecost with the same fervor we prepared for Easter. It had become the tradition to activate our members in radical service and then come together in a huge celebration for Pentecost. Everything was ready for a blended worship celebration with choirs, bands, videos, decorations and banners…until the morning of Pentecost when a squirrel got tangled up in the transformer above the church and all the power went out. No lights, no air, no electricity for equipment…nothing. That day we held church in the dark and I preached my sermon ironically entitled “A Church with Power”. Gone were the bells and whistles, gone was congratulatory video to make us feel good about all we had done…all we could do was lift our voices in song and prayer and praise. It was the most amazing Sunday in the life of that church. That Pentecost we realized the true power of a church isn’t found in the bells and whistles – the Power of the Church is found in the people of God being moved by the Spirit to go into the world and make the Kingdom of God visible through THEIR DAILY LIVES. Join us this Sunday as we celebrate Pentecost, the day the Holy Spirit empowered the first disciples to build the church. You will see first hand how the Spirit is causing St. Luke’s to take flight through members who have been moved by the sermon series to use their lives and resources to Spread their Wings. See you in worship – and don’t forget to WEAR RED! Grace and Peace – Jenn. |
Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
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Sunday, May 27 - Pentecost
Sermon Series: "Spread Your Wings"
Sermon: "The Church Takes Flight " – Acts 2:1-21
Traditional: 8:00, 9:30, & 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.
Send a Free E-Card!
St. Luke’s offers free e-cards you can send to your family and friends for a variety of occasions including birthday, thank you, sympathy and more available at www.st.lukes.org.
Order S.H.A.R.E. Food Packages Sunday, May 27th
To order June SHARE packages, sign up at the SHARE table in Building C on Sun., May 27. Stretch your food budget with low cost groceries and monthly specials! Anyone may order food packages. Call Dave Risher, 407-765-1607 for more information.
Don’t Forget to Wear Red for Pentecost On Sunday
Wear red the official color of Pentecost for worship on Pentecost Sunday.
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Seeker Groups Get Your Feet Wet
Soul House Study 11:00 AM Sundays
Couples 20s to 40s! Come to Soul House for Invitation to the Old Testament. 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.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch 11:30 AM, Mon.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch meets Mondays at 11:30 a.m. in Room C-204, Bldg. C to study For Such a Time as This. Deborah Collins, 407-493-2757.
Young Moms Bible Study Thursday
Join the Young Moms Bible Study for their 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) for details.
Explorer Groups Wade in Deeper
Three Connections Studies Sundays
Join Connections at 9:30, 11:00 a.m., or 6:45 p.m. to begin a new study The Way of Prayer: Companions in Christ on May 13 in the Special Events Dining Rm., Bldg. C. Contact Scott and Joan Ziegler, 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com.
Men’s Study Group Wed., 7:00 PM
Walking with Christ, a Bible study for men meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., Special Events Dining Rm. C. Call Jeanne Gall, 407-876-4991, ext. 236.
Disciple Groups Immerse Your Spirit
New Directions Class 9:30 AM Sundays
Join the New Directions class for Three Months with Paul Sundays at 9:30 a.m., Rm. C-205/207, Bldg. C. Bobby Cox, facilitator, 407-295-0719.
Women’s Wednesday Study 9:30 AM
Join the Women’s Wednesday Bible Study facilitated by Joyce Clegg to begin a study at 9:30 a.m. entitled “If God Has a Refrigerator, Your Picture Is on It.” Rm. C-210, Bldg. C. Call Joyce Clegg (407-656-0964).
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Serve at the Welcome Desk on Sundays
We need friendly faces 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.
Daily Bread Servers May 22, 23 or 24
West Orange Daily Bread needs people to make salads and serve the noon meals on Tues., May 22, Wed., May 23 and Thurs., May 24. Meet at the Christian Service Center in Ocoee at 10:00 a.m. Be finished by 1:00 p.m. We need you to help feed the homeless and hungry in our West Orange Community! Sign up at the Mission table in Building C or call Joanie at 407-292-5861.
Work Saturdays for Oakland Habitat
St. Luke’s is working on its 5th Habitat for Humanity House in Oakland. Work Saturdays starting at 8:00 a.m. Contact Renee Wolfe-Jones at reneeh4hvols@worldnet.att.net for details.
Family Fence Building Round-Up May 30
Bring your family, a hammer and a handsaw to the Family Round-Up Wed., May 30 in Fellowship Hall, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. We need sections of a fence built for our corral at Vacation Bible School - Avalanche Ranch. The lumber, trail mix, beverages and lively music provided. RSVP to Rainy Holzworth at rholzworth@st.lukes.org.
Hunger Ministry Planning Meeting May 31
Are you handy in the kitchen? Do you enjoy eating a good home cooked meal? Then join us “around the table” as we discuss the growth of the hunger ministry/Coalition for the Homeless. Those who are interested in a more active role or just want to learn more are invited to a planning meeting, Thurs., May 31 at 6:30 p.m. in the Office Conference Room Building C. Please contact Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991, ext. 296 or email dduncan@st.lukes.org with questions.
Sew Props for Vacation Bible School
“Sew” your wild oats for our Vacation Bible School - Avalanche Ranch. We need sewers to make large burlap bags for props. Burlap and instructions provided. Email Rainy Holzworth at rholzworth@st.lukes.org to come pick-up burlap.
Emergency Family Assistance Ministry
Servant Ministers needed for St. Luke’s Emergency Family Assistance Ministry, preferably with Stephen Minister or Social Service background to assess and provide available services to non-church member individuals and families in the community through St. Luke’s family assistance funds, donations and available resources in the community. Training and supervision provided; 4 hours a week, flexible time weekdays. Contact Lynette Fields for more information at lfields@st.lukes.org or 407 876-4991, ext. 230.
Work Saturdays for Oakland Habitat
St. Luke’s is working on it’s 5th Habitat for Humanity House in Oakland. Work Saturdays starting at 8:00 a.m. Contact Renee Wolfe-Jones at reneeh4hvols@worldnet.att.net for details.
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.
What Skill Can You Share?
What skill do you have that you’d like the chance to use for God and St. Luke’s if the opportunity arose? Let LATTE help you serve in a new way. Call Joline at 407-876-4991, ext. 264 or e-mail jkrolicki@st.lukes.org for more information.
Do You Need Help Before a Hurricane?
Do you need help from St. Lukers to get your house ready for a hurricane? Are there other needs you may have before a hurricane? If so please contact Dede Duncan 407-876-4991, ext. 296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org to be put on the list.
Wanted: Garde Manger, Chefs, Etc.
Garde Manger, chefs, pastry chefs, ice carvers, etc. Come share your culinary talents with our Kingdom Campers July 16-20 and July 23-27. Contact Liz Kublalsingh, 407-876-4991, ext. 266 to schedule an hour or two and do a demo.
Donate to Families in Need
If you would like to make a financial donation or donate gift cards to assist the many families in need in our community please contact Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991, ext. 296.
Ushers, Greeters, Coffee & Hospitality
Ushers, greeters, coffee and hospitality servant ministers are needed! Be a part of a new team as an usher, greeter, coffee server, communion preparer, parking lot greeter or preparing the Sanctuary for worship. Serve just once a month! New schedules for the above ministries will be mailed out in mid-June. Call the church office at 407-876-4991, ext. 221 for details.
Servant Minister Needed 3 Hrs a Week
3 hours a week supporting the Dir. of Volunteer Operations, need good computer skills & attention to detail. Shepherd’s Hope, 407-876-6699, ext. 3.
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Youth Praise Choir 11:30 AM Sundays
Students in grades 6 to 12 are invited to rehearse in the Youth Praise Choir on Sundays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Choir Room, upstairs, Bldg. B. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 244 for details.
Sign Up Now for Twilight Golf Program
A twilight golf program is now being organized. Meet after work for nine 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. To sign up please 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. This is a great group to exercise with and meet new friends. RSVP for lunch ($6) after the 50+ class usually on the first Wednesday of each month. Free Strength & Flexibility 50+ Class Tues./Thurs., 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Call Carol at 407-876-4991, ext. 262 for more about the many sports and exercise programs at St. Luke’s.
St. Luke’s UMW Craft Groups
Come Mondays at 7:00 p.m. or Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall and learn how to make items for the yearly UMW bazaar. Materials and training supplied. Bazaar proceeds support missions and charities. Mosaics meets Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Canning meets 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays in the Bldg. C Kitchen. Donate clean (no labels) or new canning jars at the church office “Attn: Pam.” Contact Pam at 321-297-7319 or ontheporch@aol.com.
Frugal Flicks 6:30 PM Tuesdays
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 Class 8:00 AM Wed.
All are welcome to join a Yoga class in The Attic every Wednesday morning at 8:00 a.m. Only $3.00 a class. Bring a mat and join the fun!
Singles Thurs. Night Together May 24
St. Luke’s Singles meet Thurs., May 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 200/202, Bldg. C for “Men are from Mars - Women are from Venus” (Short film & discussion). Call the Singles Office at 407-876-4991 ext. 236 for more information.
Intimate Relationships Series in June
Intimate Relationships: The On-going Challenge Mondays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., Bldg C-201. This educational series will identify challenging areas of a relationship. Dr Joanne MacPherson, Director of the Counseling Center will teach about aspects of relationships and offer coaching for people on their relationship goals. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250, to reserve a space.
Seniors’ Lunch 12:30 PM, Sun., June 3
All St. Luke’s seniors are invited to lunch at Smokey Bones, 8016 Golden Sky Lane (Florida Mall) at 12:30 p.m., June 3. Call Dorothy Jefts at 407-351-2577 for reservations no later than Fri., June 1.
Seniors’ Lunch/Meeting Fri., June 15
All seniors at St. Luke’s are invited to meet Fri., June 15 at 11:30 a.m. in the Rotunda, Building C, for socializing, business, and lunch at noon. Call Mary Ellen Hanson, 407-299-0075 or Jeanne Trowell, 407-354-3729 to RSVP before June 11.
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Harbor House Women’s Support Group
A support group for women dealing with abusive relationships. Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Rm. B-214, Bldg. B. (no childcare). 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 Thursday
Suicide Bereavement Support meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m., Rm. C-205/207 with 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.
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!
Call the Community Counseling Center, 407-876-4991, ext. 250 Mon. - Fri. for assistance or an appointment. If you have no counseling insurance ask for a sliding scale fee based on finances.
Legal Assistance Available
Advocates of Grace, 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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Confirmation Registration Has Begun
All students entering 7th – 12th grade in the 2007 school year are invited to join this exciting time of faith growth. Call Kat Connolly at 407-876-4991 ext. 258 for details or visit our website.
New NexGen Summer Schedule
Check the website for new summer opportunities and exciting events for all students.
Visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org or call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
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Part-Time Childcare Providers
Part-time childcare providers wanted for Sunday mornings and midweek to provide loving care to our little ones. Call Jayne Andrews, Director of Children’s Ministries at 407-876-4991, ext. 237 for more information.
Summer Camp Counselors Needed
Camp Counselors are needed for Kingdom Camp. High School students and adults needed to work full time with elementary age children the weeks of July 16 and 23. Email or call Carolyn Green @ cgreen@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991, ext. 239.
Part-Time CDC Care Givers Positions
The Child Development Center has part-time positions available in the Parent’s Day Out program. A Monday - Wednesday caregiver is needed in our nursery from 8:45 - 2:15 p.m. Children’s ages range from 9 to 17 months. A caregiver is also need to work with our toddler/two year olds. We operate on the Orange County Public Schools calendar. To apply or for more details, call Debbie Shellhorn at 407-876-1155.
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