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Dear St. Luker’s, It’s hard to believe we’re already coming up on the last Sunday in July. The summer is slipping away and we’ve only got two more weeks in worship to focus specifically on packing the fruits of the Spirits and unpacking the stuff that weighs us down on our daily journey of life. Of course neither list would be complete without deciding to pack self-control and unpack anger. We all know what it’s like to struggle with anger whether it’s in the midst of an argument with your spouse, dealing with a grumpy boss, neighbor or child or on I-4 when you get cut off one too many times. Sometimes we may even feel angry with God when hurtful things happen to us or people we love. When we feel like our prayers are not being heard by our heavenly parent or even worse ignored. With the teachings of love at the center of our Christian faith it’s easy for us to come to the misunderstanding that being angry and being a Christian are incompatible. Hopefully after spending much of this summer reading the Psalms together we can claim the freedom to express our honest, human emotions to God just like the Psalmists did. An authentic life of faith is not about pretending our anger or frustration or fear are not realities of life, but instead trusting enough to honestly share these realities with God and then believe that God will help us in the midst of them. As our new Minister of Spiritual Formation, LeeAnn Inman said as we were kicking around ideas about the topic and the text for this week, “There’s a big difference between unpacking anger and unloading it.” :-) This Sunday, we’ll be thinking about these things and more as we gather together to lift up every part of ourselves in worship to God. Look forward to seeing you there! Blessings, |
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Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
Upcoming Worship
Did You Know?
Spiritual Growth Groups
Service Opportunities
Small Groups
Support Groups
We Can Help
NexGen
Positions Available
Sunday, July 29
Sermon Series: "Summer at St. Luke's: Preparing for the Trip of Your Life"
Sermon: "What to Pack: Self-Control - What to Unpack: Anger " – Psalm 13
Traditional Worship: 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. Dr. William S Barnes preaching in the Sanctuary
Contemporary Worship: 9:30 & 5:30 p.m. The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett 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.
Visit the Welcome/Information Stations!
Come visit the new Service Stations (information booths) at the north and south entrances in Building C where information, handouts, and directions are available. These centers replace the information table on the patio. First time visitors please pick up a welcome bag! If you are a church family member, please help us welcome everyone to St. Luke’s with God’s love, hope and healing.
Relevant Life, A Young Adult Ministry
Young adults are invited to attend the 5:30 worship service in the gym together and meet after the service at 6:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month for a Bible Study. Visit the Relevant Life website at www.therelevantlife.org.
St. Luke’s Resource Directory Is Here!
Please pick up your complimentary St. Luke’s Resource Directory at either of the Welcome Stations in Building C. One per family please.
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.
Check Your Home Email for Contribution Statements
Contribution statements for the first half of 2007 were emailed this week. Please look for an email from contributions@st.lukes.org. If you would like to receive offering envelopes or quarterly statements of your donations for tax purposes by mail or email please call Donna Brisbin, 407-876-4991, ext. 227.
Summer Reading in St. Luke’s Library!
Looking for something for the kids this summer? Check out our display of books from Orange County Schools’ summer reading program. Find favorite movies and new DVDs. Enjoy adult fiction too. The library is in Building A across from Fellowship Hall and is open whenever the church campus is open. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 284 for help finding library material. Happy reading!
St. Luke’s Backpack Drive Starts July 29
The 2007 backpack drive runs from Sunday, July 29 through August 16. Please donate a backpack and/or supplies to a needy elementary or middle school child through Orange County School social workers. Please pick up a backpack tag in the church office, Narthex or Welcome Hall, Bldg. C or get the supplies list online at www.st.luke.org.
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Seeker Groups Get Your Feet Wet
Soul House Study 11:00 am Sundays
Couples 20s to 40s! Join Soul House Sundays at 11:00 a.m. for a fun study about male - female relationships Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti by Pam and Bill Farrell. All are welcome. Please stop by for coffee, snacks & social time at 10:30 a.m. Call Amanda Knight, 407-748-7993 or Frank Lavra, 407-580-6863 for more information.
Young Moms Bible Study Thursday
Join the Young Moms Bible Study for 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.
Exploring the Way Study Wednesdays
Dr. David Stephens leads Companions study Exploring the Way Wednesdays through Aug. 22, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. To register and pick up book please call Jeanne Gall, 407-876-4991, ext 233.
Explorer Groups Wade in Deeper
Summer Koinonia 9:30 am Sundays
Join the 9:30 a.m. Sunday Summer Koinonia class today for the study, Twelve Extraordinary Women, Room 113, Building A.
Three Connections Studies Sundays
Join Connections at 9:30, 11:00 a.m., or 6:45 p.m. for Ripe Life beginning July 29. Meet in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. Contact Scott & Joan Ziegler, 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com for more information. For 11:00 a.m. contact Cindy Barron, 407-855-4336.
New Rebuilders Class Starts August 2
A new Rebuilders Class for those rebuilding their lives will begin Thurs., Aug. 2 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Room 201/203, Building C. Susana Garcia will be the facilitator. Childcare is available by registering online at www.st.lukes.org one week in advance. To register for class call Jeanne (407-876-4991 ext. 236).
Ambassadors Women’s Bible Study
The Ambassadors women’s group will begin a new study starting August 22 at 10:00 a.m. entitled Beth Moore – Daniel. Meet Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. in Room C-200, Bldg. C. Call Carolyn Dannen (407-876-8427) for information.
Disciple Groups Immerse Your Spirit
New Directions Class 9:30 am Sundays
Join the New Directions class for Three Months with Paul today at 9:30 a.m., Rm. 205/207, Bldg. C. Call Bobby Cox, facilitator, 407-295-0719.
Women’s Wednesday Study 9:30 am
Join the Women’s Wednesday Bible Study facilitated by Joyce Clegg at 9:30 a.m., “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.
Singles Service Project Sat., July 28
Join other Singles Sat., July 28 in Fellowship Hall at 8:30 a.m. to help prepare S.H.A.R.E. food packages for distribution. Your help is appreciated.
Servant Ministers Needed Fri., Aug. 3!
St. Luke’s has been partnering with Ebenezer UMC in Holden Heights this summer for a day camp ministry. On Fri., August 3 we will hold a carnival to celebrate the end of this ministry. We need helpers to run games and activities from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you can volunteer for any part of the time, contact Marshall Gordon at mgordon@st.lukes.org or 407-876-4991 ext. 301.
Pick Up Food for Daily Bread in Ocoee
Can you spare a few hours in the evening once a month? We need your help to pick up food at the Swan Hotel and delivering it to the Christian Service Center in Ocoee. Contact Renee Wolfe Jones at reneeh4hvols@worldnet.att.net.
Launch of New Non-Profit!
Through the ministry of the Belfast Team, the Friends of Forthspring non-profit organization has been formed. This non-profit will focus on raising awareness of the work done by Forthspring Intercommunity Group housed in Springfield Road Methodist Church, as well as raising funds to keep their peace and reconciliation programs up and running through charitable donations. If you are interested in serving on a volunteer board of directors for this new organization please contact Wendy Lamoreaux at wlamoreaux@mail.barry.edu or call 407-766-4222. No experience on the Belfast Team is necessary, just a heart for peace building!
Upward Coaches Needed
Player registration for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading is just around the corner (August 1) and we need to know first who is going to coach these young athlete disciples. The best way to ensure there are teams for children to play on is for you to coach their team/squad. Upward training is very detailed, organized, and easy to understand. Novices are welcome and encouraged! No experience is necessary. The 2007-08 season outline is on the website at www.st.lukes.org. Call the Upward Hotline at 407-876-4991, ext. 312 or email upward@st.lukes.org today!
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.
Join the St. Luke’s Gardening Team
Help grow a new team to assist with projects around the campus and improve St. Luke’s curb appeal. Email Joanie Mills at jmills17@cfl.rr.com.
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Sign Up for Dinner for Eight
Join the fun and fellowship at these monthly potluck dinners (Sept. through May) in church members’ homes including a kick-off party in September, holiday party in December, and an end-of-the year party in May. For information and sign up, go to www.st.lukes.org/smallgroups/diningexperience/ (Joyce Sundar, Coordinator, 407-253-3993).
Faith Circle Meets Monday, July 23
Faith Circle women’s group will meet at the Village Inn on Westwood Blvd. for lunch on July 23 at 12:30 p.m. Husbands and friends are welcome. For details call Helen Deckert at 407-239-1265.
Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
Total Body Workout: Tues./Thurs., 6:00-7:00 p.m. $35.00 a month. All are welcome to join Yoga in The Attic, Bldg. C Wednesday mornings at 8:00 a.m. $3.00 a class. Bring a mat and join the fun! 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. Please call Carol Crowley at 407-876-4991, ext. 262 for more information about St. Luke’s sports and exercise groups.
St. Luke’s UMW Craft Groups
Come Mondays at 7:00 p.m./Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. to the Fellowship Hall and learn how to make items for the yearly bazaar. Materials are supplied. Bazaar proceeds support missions and charities. Bring your old jewelry donations to the church office to be made into crafts. Create mosaics Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Canning: 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays in the Bldg. C kitchen. Donate clean or new canning jars at the church office “Attn: Pam.” Contact Pam Thomas at 321-297-7319 or email her at ontheporch@aol.com.
Frugal Flicks 6:30 pm, 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).
Singles Thurs. Night Together July 26
St. Luke’s Singles will meet at 7:00 p.m., Thurs., July 26 at Cold Stone Creamery on Apopka-Vineland Rd. across from St. Luke’s. Call Mary Monteleone (321-663-8876) for details.
S.H.A.R.E. Food Pick Up Sat., July 28
Pick up SHARE packages Sat., July 28 in Fellowship Hall. Stretch your grocery budget with reduced cost food. All are eligible. To order Aug. packages sign up at the SHARE table, Bldg. C July 29 or Aug. 5. Dave Risher, 407-765-1607.
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Grief Support Group Tuesdays
Grief Support Group: Tuesdays through August 14, 6:16 - 7:30 p.m., Room 212, Bldg. B, led by Carol Campbell Norris. Call Community Counseling Center, 407-876-4991 ext. 250 for details.
Harbor House Women’s Support Group
A support group for women dealing with abusive relationships meets Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m., in Room B-214, Bldg. B. (no childcare available). Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for more information.
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. 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 based on a twelve step group meets Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., upstairs in Rm. 201, Bldg. B. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for details.
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Counseling Help is Available!
Please call the Community Counseling Center at 407-876-4991, ext. 250 Monday through Friday for counseling assistance or to make 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 qualifying low income on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in Room A-102 (please wait in hallway seating), in Building A. First come-first served. You do not need to be a St. Luke’s member to receive assistance; all are welcome to receive assistance.
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NexGen Summer Schedule for High School and Middle School Students
Be sure to check the NexGen website at www.theatticonline.org for events and details.
Confirmation Journey 2007 Registration Closes Wed., August 1st!
All students entering 7th – 12th grade in the 2007 school year are invited to join this exciting time of faith growth. Pre-register online at www.theatticonline.org and pick up complete registration packets in the NexGen Ministries lobby.
If you have any questions please call Kat Connolly at 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Pumpkin Patch Team is Forming
If you are interested in being a part of this amazing fundraising event please call Kat Connolly at 407-876-4991, ext. 258. This is a great opportunity to earn money for students to use all year long on any NexGen Ministries event.
Confirmation Small Group Leaders
Are you interested in encouraging students for this year’s Confirmation Journey? This time spent with the students in an atmosphere of caring and sharing is invaluable. Giving of your time and talents would be greatly appreciated by the students and NexGen Ministries. Please contact Kat Connolly if you are interested 407-876-4991, ext. 258.
Visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org.
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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.
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 needed 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.
Audio Engineers
St. Luke's is in need of two audio engineers for Sunday services. These are paid positions. Contact Dana Morgan at 407-876-4991, ext. 232
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