A Queer Theology Reading of Doubting Thomas

In this month’s Queer Theology Discussion Group, we focused on the story of Doubting Thomas in John 20: 19-31.

Building a Rule of Life at Christ & St. Luke’s

Whether we realize it or not, unspoken rules already govern our daily lives. We have routines for how we get ready in the morning, habits for how we consume information, and boundaries for how we interact with our families. But the profound question we must ask ourselves as Christians might be: Do these unspoken rules center Christ?

The Treasure in the Basement — Discovering the Lunch Ministry at Christ & St. Luke’s

Find out why our Thursday Lunch Ministry is far more than just a place to get a free meal.

A Path Forward: Reflecting Together on “Make No Peace With Oppression.”

Over the past five weeks, our Lenten Adult Formation series, “Make No Peace With Oppression,” has taken our parish on a profound journey. In our final session, Fr. Noah brought these threads together to synthesize our theological calling.

From Raids to Radical Inclusion — Uncovering Norfolk’s Queer History

We were honored to welcome parishioner Charles H. Ford, esteemed local historian, Norfolk State University professor, and co-author of LGBT Hampton Roads, to explore Norfolk’s local LGBTQ+ experience through the lens of systemic marginalization and liberation.

A Foundation of Faith: Ader Deng’s Journey from Youth Group to “Mr. Africa”

For many young adults, heading off to college means leaving their childhood church behind. But for 18-year-old Ader Deng, a lifelong member of Christ & St. Luke’s and a freshman at Penn State University, the roots planted in our parish continue to nourish his incredible journey.

Known and Loved — A Queer Theology Reading of the Woman at the Well

At our Queer Theology Discussion Group on Sunday March 8 we discussed the lectionary of the week, focusing on John 4:5-42, when Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well.

First Christians: Hearing the Palestinian Story with The Rev. Canon Leyla King

Rev. King, an Episcopal priest who serves as the Canon for Mission in Small Congregations in the Diocese of West Texas, joined us to share the history of her ancestors, offering a deeply personal and often challenging perspective on the ongoing crisis in the Holy Land.