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Deaths
Saint Luke's Member
May 3, 2009
Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon her.
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Births
Tallulah Jane Tosh
May 1, 2009; daughter of Katie and Jeff Tosh.
As she grows in age, may she also grow in grace and in the knowledge of her Savior Jesus Christ.
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Youth Confirmation
This Sunday, May 17
The Rt. Rev. Bishop Kee Sloan will confirm our ninth-graders during the 10:30 am service. Following the service, all are invited to a reception in Claypool Commons and the courtyard to honor the confirmands.
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Dr. Harry Moody
To Speak On Positive Aging
Thursday, May 28
Saint Luke's is honored to host Dr. Harry R. Moody, director of Academic Affairs for AARP in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, May 28. Dr. Moody, an engaging and entertaining speaker, will discuss "Stages on Life's Way: A Vision of Positive Aging" from one of his most recent books. This wonderful opportunity to hear an expert in the field of aging is open to all senior adults, health care professionals, clergy, caregivers, and children of aging parents. Plan to attend, bring a friend, and share this information with others. The program begins at 11:00 am in Graham Hall. Lunch, by reservation will be served for $5.00. Please contact Jeanna (jspeegle@saint-lukes.com) or 802-6218) for reservation and/or more information.
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An Evening Fashion Show
Sponsored by the Saint Luke's ECW
Monday, May 18 · 7:00 pm · Graham Hall
Audrey Lindquist will present fashions from Gus Mayer modeled by your fellow parishioners!
Dessert and refreshments will be served.
Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door or on Sunday mornings in the Commons.
All women of the church are welcome!
Remember To Save
Your Roll Pans!
We will make Advent wreaths later this year and need your disposable round roll pans. Please place them in the box behind the receptionist's desk. We want roll pans only; pie tins do not work. Thank you!
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Welcome Rhonda Glenn!
You may have noticed a new face around Saint Luke's and especially at Sunday breakfast! Rhonda Glenn recently joined our team of sextons and in addition to her regular duties, she will be cooking breakfast on Sunday mornings. When you see Rhonda, please introduce yourself and welcome her to our parish family!
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Summer Adult
Education Offerings
Sunday Morning Lectionary Study
9:15 am to 10:15 am · Room 224
This class will meet every Sunday throughout the summer without any breaks. Empty nesters and adults who do not have children in need of supervision are invited to explore the riches of each Sunday's Bible readings with Father Steve DeGweck.
Monday Educational Offering
God's Fierce Love: Living Like the Lilies of the Field
Two Meeting Times Offered:
10:00 am and 5:30 pm · Room 232
A short film and easy-going discussion will strengthen your trust in the unfailing love of God. Rob Bell's films offer powerful encouragement and start good conversations. Diane Weatherford and Warren Cain teach the morning class, and Patty Gilbert teaches the course in the evening. All are welcome. This class will meet on four Mondays: June 8, 15, 22, and 29.
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Adult Education
Sneak Preview for Fall!
Our first three Sundays this fall, we will hear a report from the Rev. Richmond Webster on the Continuum of Discipleship at Saint Luke's with special emphasis on the first leg of our Christian journey: Meeting Jesus. In keeping with this theme, on Wednesday nights we'll gather for an engaging and thought-provoking introduction to Jesus Christ through the films of Rob Bell. Many who enjoyed these films in Sunday school say they look forward to watching them again, and there are several we haven't seen yet. On Sunday mornings, in the fall, look for a class on parenting, new and improved based on last fall's experience, and, of course, a class on the lectionary readings. Does this whet your appetite? Look for more information on more fall offerings in the weeks to come!
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Claypool Scholarship Awards
The Claypool Scholarship Committee met in April to review applications for the 2009/2010 school year. We have selected Grier Darnall and Louise McGowin as the two new recpients.
Miss Darnall is a student at Mountain Brook High School and will graduate this spring. Grier plans to attend Vanderbilt University next fall. Miss McGowin is a student at UMC-Wright Preparatory School in Mobile and will attend college in North Carolina this fall. Both young ladies had outstanding records and achievement in their high school careers, and we are happy to be in a position to award them with a partial scholarship.
In addition, the committee has chosen to renew scholarships for Kaki Nix who attends Sewanee - The University of the South, Ann Watford who attends Davidson College, Andrew Timberlake who attends Yale University, and Elizabeth Morton who attends the University of Alabama. All of these students had outstanding records again this past year, and met all of the renewal requirements for the Claypool Scholarship program.
It is a pleasure to work with these young people; we are proud of their achievements and the work that they have accomplished. We are glad to be associated with each of them through the Claypool Scholarship program. When you have an opportunity, look at the plaque in Claypool Commons near the table by the entrance. All of our Claypool Scholarship recipients are recognized on the plaque. Congratulations to all of these fine students!
The funding of the Claypool Scholarship Program comes through Saint Luke's Episcopal Church Foundation. The Foundation Board handles all of the funds for this program.
Additional funding is needed to continue this program, and in particular, to try and raise the amount of the scholarship for each of these students each year. If you have more interest in the Claypool Scholarship program, please contact Betty O'Neil at the church (802-6201) or John Darnall (714-1012). We can use the help!
Correction: Last week this article stated that Kaki Nix attends Davidson and Ann Watford attends Sewanee. Please note that this week's article is correct: Kaki Nix attends Sewanee, and Ann Watford attends Davidson. We apologize for the error.
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Vacation Bible School 2009
June 1 - 4
We look forward to another wonderful Vacation Bible School this year, and are always open for more volunteers! Remember our parish-wide event on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm in Graham Hall. Contact Emily (802-6211 or eboles@saint-lukes.com) if you would like to volunteer.
Save the Date
For These Summer Events...
Zoo Trip
Rising 1st-3rd graders
Tuesday, June 23rd
Splash Beach Trip
Rising 4th -6th graders
Thursday, June 25th
Bingo & Ice Cream
Wednesday, July 15th
For ALL ages, children & adults!
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Youth Ministries Calendar
Wednesday, May 13
We will meet in the Lighthouse from 6:3 pm to 7:30 pm. This is our last Wednesday night of the semester.
Sunday, May 17
Youth Confirmation Sunday!
We will have the end of the year EYC pool party at the Weatherford's from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Come enjoy fun, sun, friends, and fellowship! (Weatherford's address: 3917 Montevallo Road, 35213)
Please NOTE:
Lindsay Joe has a new phone number:
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Swim Goggles For Sawyerville
Saint Luke's has been asked to help out with the Sawyervile Supply Drive. We have agreed to collect 150 various size swim goggles! There will be a collection box in the commons beginning this Sunday, May 17. We will collect goggles until Sunday, June 14. Please help us continue in our mission efforts by contributing to this great cause! If you have any questions or would like to know more about Sawyerville Day Camp, please email Lindsay Joe or call 802-6206.
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Summer Camp Is
Not Just For Kids...
Check Out
The Camp McDowell
Folk School!
Have you heard the news? Parents of summer campers can be campers this summer too! Kid campers will enjoy vintage McDowell accommodations while adult students at the Folk School will stay in the air-conditioned comfort of the Camp McDowell lodges. The Alabama Folk School is even offering discounts to parents or grandparents of summer campers. Take $100 off our June 22-27 session, or $75 off our August 1-5 session. The Folk School is already a bargain retreat, and the discounts make it even more affordable. Whether your child is in camp or not, you deserve time this summer to have a personal retreat or a retreat with friends. Learn about traditional and hand-crafted arts including: oval Shaker boxes; Old-time and bluegrass music on banjo, fiddle, mandolin, dulcimer, autoharp, bass, and guitar; Appalachian Dance; French hand-sewing; pottery; mosaics; woodcarving; glass beads; photography; and more! Click here for more information and to print a registration form. For more information or to register by phone, please call Danielle Dunbar (563-9990).
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Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Recently, our vestry hosted an appreciation luncheon for the Saint Luke's staff. All enjoyed delicious barbecue, warm fellowship, and silly glasses presented by the vestry!
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Kudos To Our Parish Nurse,
Carol Pearce!
When I first heard that Saint Lukes had a Parish Nurse I wondered, "Why do we need a Parish Nurse?" Now that I have met Carol and visited with her, I marvel, "Aren't we blessed to have a Parish Nurse!"
As my husband Felix and I have grown older we have accumulated lots of prescriptions from various physicians. Carol came in one afternoon to visit and helped us organize our medications. She took the time to go through each medication checking the dosage, strength, and time of day to take each one. That led us to check with our primary physician to be sure these medications are still relevant. It has eased our minds to have everything organized and double-checked with the physician.
And that's just part of the picture. The best thing about working with Carol is her professionalism and her caring, serving heart. Because she is a R.N., we are assured of her competency. Because she is a Christian, we have experienced her loving kindness. Her ministry is one of healing and hope.
If you would like to schedule time with Carol so she can help you with a medical issue, just call the church. I'm confident you will be equally pleased.
--Marilyn Drennen
Carol works at the church on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Her direct line is 802-6209, or you can email her at cpearce@saint-lukes.com.
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Get Connected to Saint Luke's!
Now you can stay connected to Saint Luke's in NEW ways! Saint Luke's is now on Facebook and Twitter!
Our Facebook page is "Saint Luke's Episcopal Church" and it is open to any Facebook user. Facebook is FREE -- to join, click here.
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