 Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,
God’s word of promise is given to all who are facing uncertainty, damage and disruption following Hurricane Sandy and its subsequent storms. That word of promise is Christ is with you always. With Paul we can say, “If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it.” (1 Corinthians 12:26) As members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we remain in prayer, responding generously and working tirelessly to rebuild lives, congregations and communities. We are not doing this work alone. Through ELCA Disaster Response, we are joining with our congregations, affiliates and other partners in our shared commitment to restore communities. As we have shown in past disasters, we stay until the work is done. That is the ELCA’s commitment. Please continue to respond with prayers, generous gifts of time and money, and the commitment to a sustaining presence. Visit ELCA Disaster Response at www.ELCA.org/disaster for updates, downloadable bulletin inserts, worship resources and ways to make contributions online. Thank you for your prayers and generosity as we respond together and do God’s work in Christ’s name for the life of the world. In God’s grace, The Rev. Mark S. Hanson |
Author: Pastor Kate Costa
Chaplain Liz Danielsen visits St. Lukes
Chaplain Liz visited from Spiritual Care Support Ministries this fall, along with Kelly Kern, a St. Luke member who also works for this great ministry.
For more information about SCSM visit http://www.scsm.tv/
Pictures of Rally Day and Sunday School 2012
Our Rally Day was held on September 9, 2012. We had a wonderful potluck breakfast, activities for all, and great fellowship. Check out the pictures from Rally Day and the first day of Sunday School!
Revive Refresh Rejoice!
Several of our members from St. Luke Lutheran Church traveled to Resurrection Lutheran Church for a Lutheran Revival. There was wonderful music, good food, and fantastic workshops. Check out the pictures, taken by Gina Gordon.
Prayer Ventures for Election Day
From the ELCA website:
On this Election Day, pray for the nation’s voters that they will cast thoughtful ballots, and give thanks for all the candidates, both local and national, who cared enough to become involved.
From the Book of Common Prayer:
Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the people of the United States in the election of officials and representatives; that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Praying for those in the wake of Hurricane Sandy
God of renewing love, sustain those who are suffering amidst this storm. Walk with all whose lives are being impacted now and in the aftermath as they seek to rebuild following the disaster. Bring hope in the midst of despair. Grant patience and endurance to those who bring aid and assistance. Assure all of your presence in this time. In the name of your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Festival Day of St. Luke, the Evangelist
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20th Sunday after Pentecost: Oct. 14, 2012
This Sunday we will hear, “Jesus, looking at him, loved him and said, “You lack one thing; go, sell what you own, and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me.”
This is a tough teaching, but one that invites us to lots of thought and conversation! How do we live generously in our society today?
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost: September 30, 2012
Where do we put up stumbling blocks in the path of others as they come to faith? Where is God removing those very blocks from our path?
Join us for worship at 10am at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Culpeper, Virgnia. Thanks be to God!
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost: September 23, 2012
This week we hear Jesus say, “Whoever wants to be first must be last and servant of all.” What does it mean to worship a servant? Who are you called to serve?
Join us for worship at 10am at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Culpeper, Virgnia. Thanks be to God!
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