What is Shrove Tuesday?

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...

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Organ Renovation Begins January 22, 2018

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...

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What is Shrove Tuesday?

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...

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What is Shrove Tuesday?

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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What is Shrove Tuesday?

Caring for Creation Flower Sale

Our annual flower sale begins Sunday, November 12 after both the 8:00a.m. & 10:15 a.m. services. Paperwhite Narcissus and Amaryllis will be available early enough to give as hostess/host gifts at Thanksgiving or to begin force-blooming in time for Christmas. Bulbs are...

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What is Shrove Tuesday?

Help Victims of Hurricane Harvey

The Episcopal Relief and Development organization is a great way to donate to fund relief aid for those affected by hurricane Harvey. Your gift provides emergency assistance and long-term help to people recovering from devastating floods in the wake of this historic...

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Setting up your online pledge

When you click the button below, be sure to select “Pledge Income” from the Funds dropdown list. You can then choose whether to make a one-time pledge gift or a recurring pledge gift. Feel free to contact the church office with any questions.

Online pledge setup