Here are this week’s announcements. Be sure to view all upcoming events at christandstlukes.org/events. If you do not already get our weekly email updates, you can subscribe here. For more details on our ongoing ministries, meetings and programs, please see our events calendar linked here. If you’d like to suggest an upcoming event for inclusion in that calendar please email communications@christandstlukes.org.
Liturgy & Music
Join the Summer Choir!
All Sundays in August
Have you ever wanted to sing in the choir but can’t make the weekly commitment? Our summer choir will meet on Sunday mornings through August 30. Arrive at 9:15 a.m. if you don’t have a robe, and we will start rehearsing at 9:30 a.m. A simple anthem will be prepared. Music-reading ability is not required but is helpful.
Acolyte Festival
Saturday August 29, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., the Gold Room.
New and Returning Acolytes are invited to join us for our annual Acolyte Festival. The festival serves as our yearly training and helps us form the acolyte teams that serve throughout the year. If you would like to learn more about serving as an acolyte, please reach out to Fr. Jared ahead of the Festival. Attendance is required for those wishing to join the acolyte ministry. Acolytes are an intergenerational ministry and the general age to begin serving is around eight to ten years old.
Usher & Greeter Training
Saturday, September 12, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Calling All Ushers & Greeters! There is a training for our Usher and Greeter Ministry on Saturday, September 12, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. All current and new ushers should plan to attend, as this training will introduce new protocols. If you are interested in serving as an Usher or Greeter, there is still time to sign-up! Reach out to Fr. Jared today.
Children’s Choirs Resume
Do you know a child who likes to sing? Our children’s choir rehearsals resume in September, and we would love to have your child join our music program! Choristers (8-18 years old) begin Wednesday, September 16. Junior Choir (5-7 years old) & Cherubs (3-4 years) begin Wednesday, September 30. Rehearsals take place each Wednesday evening (either 30 or 60 minutes depending on age). For more information, please click here or contact Kevin Kwan or Melinda Van Niel.
Formation
Week of Wonder is Here!
Monday, August 10 – Friday, August 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This week over 50 children will fill our church spaces during a Week of Wonder, a magical morning camp where children’s faith comes alive through creativity and play. This year’s theme is “Grow God’s Garden”, and our volunteer “wonder workers” have been planning for months. Many of our clergy and staff participate as well. If you need to stop by the church or speak with clergy or staff this week, please call ahead. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
Sunday Childcare and Children’s Chapel Summer Schedule
· 9:00 a.m. – Children up to 3 years old gather in the blue room in the Parish House at the end of the hallway before the stairs for childcare if their parents are attending adult formation or in the choir.
· 10:15 a.m. – All children through 8 years old participate in developmentally appropriate worship during Children’s Chapel in their respective rooms. Children ages 3-8 in the gold room. Children under 3 in the blue room. Older children will be brought into church to rejoin their families at the Peace. If you would like your child under three to join you at the Peace, please come to the Children’s Room at that time to sign them out.
While children’s formation has concluded for the program year, childcare for children under 3 and Children’s Chapel will continue through the summer. Please escort your child and sign them in when they arrive for Childcare or Children’s Chapel.
Fellowship
CSL Men’s Group Breakfast
Saturday, August 15, 9:00 a.m., Lower Lloyd Hall
The CSL Men’s Group will meet for their monthly breakfast Saturday, August 15. This group generally meets on the third Saturday of the month from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. for breakfast and fellowship. Please let Tim Haycox know if you plan to attend to ensure there is plenty of food to go around.
Newcomers’ Brunch
Sunday, August 30, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Please join us for a warm, informal Newcomers’ Brunch — a relaxed opportunity to connect with other newcomers, meet parish leaders, and learn more about worship, ministries, and ways to get involved at Christ & St. Luke’s. The brunch will be hosted at the home of parishioner Bobby Smith, 570 Mowbray Arch, within walking distance of the church. Please RSVP here so we can plan accordingly. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Rachel Welch. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you feel at home in our community
Administration
Additional Parking in August
Thank you to our friends at Ohef Sholom Temple for the use of their parking lot. We may park at 530 Raleigh Avenue all Sundays in August. Also, please be sure to observe all street parking signs on Sundays, as these signs are intended to ensure pedestrian safety.
