Please enjoy this three minute video that shows all 14 days of the organ removal process, shot with a time lapse video from the back of the nave. Although much of the packing took place in the side Chapel, you can still get a sense of the magnitude of the project,...
Nursing Students in Kenya Supported by Christ & St. Luke’s
The Mutomo Nursing School in Mutomo, Kenya, began its new first term on 1st October 2017. This new school, in a remote area of Kenya, provides aspiring students the training needed for each to become a registered nurse. The facility and faculty provide previously...
What is Shrove Tuesday?
Shrove Tuesday is the day immediately preceding Ash Wednesday (the first day of Lent), which is celebrated in some countries by consuming pancakes. In other countries, especially those where it is called Mardi Gras, this is a carnival day, and also the last day of...
Organ Renovation Begins January 22, 2018
On Monday, January 22, the crew from Foley-Baker, Inc. will arrive at Christ & St. Luke’s to start the dismantling of our pipe organ. This is the culmination of four years of planning and hard work and the beginning of the renovation of our church interior. The crew...
Why don’t we sing Christmas carols in Advent?
Every year, I hear this question raised from parishioners and colleagues alike. Christmas seems to start earlier and earlier each year. This year, I was shocked to see Christmas trees for sale the day after Halloween. In a world where we hear Christmas music in...
Christ & St. Luke’s Gift of Love for Kenya 2017
The Gift of Love for Kenya project has a special place in our hearts. Kate and I have spent over 1000 days in Kenya over the past ten years. Our goal was to provide oversight and encouragement to our Kenyan co-workers in life changing ministries involving HIV/AIDS and...
Christ & St. Luke’s Response to the Texas Church Shooting
From the Rector Dear Christ & St. Luke’s Family: After the tragic church shooting in Texas, we have received questions from many of you regarding our plan for Sunday morning safety in church. At a special Vestry meeting Monday evening, we decided to implement the...
NEST Volunteers Needed
Christ & St. Luke's participate in the Norfolk Emergency Shelter Team (NEST) together with neighboring churches. Our homeless neighbors receive dinner, shelter for the evening, and breakfast in Lloyd Hall. This year, we will be hosting NEST from December...
Help Haiti and Local Lunch Ministry Guests
We have a chance to assist two ministries for the price of one. The plan: donate at least $20 – make checks out to CSL and designate Haiti – and one of the leftover Walk for Water t-shirts goes to a guest of our Lunch Ministry. The money helps pay for our third water...