BIRTHS
Ann Margaret Drennen
August 24, 2010 daughter of Jane and Daniel Drennen and great-granddaughter of Marilyn Drennen.
As she grows in age, may she also grow in grace and in the
knowledge of her Savior Jesus Christ.
Sunday Lectionary Readings
September 12, 2010
Sixteenth Sunday after
Pentecost
Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
Psalm 14
1 Timothy 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-10
O God, because without you we are not able to please you mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
now and for ever. Amen.
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Sacred Priorities
This sermon was preached by the Rev. Christopher Girata
on Sunday, September 5, 2010 and is based on Luke 14:25-33.
From our gospel lesson, Jesus says, "Whoever comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even life itself, cannot be my disciple."
When I first moved to Birmingham, I was expecting to be surprised by some of the local culture. Being a native Floridian, I certainly knew the ins and outs of sweet tea, pimento cheese, and fried ...well, fried anything. But there was one experience that taught me more about Birmingham, and perhaps the South, than any other - A shopkeeper here in town, having learned that I was working at Saint Luke's, asked me, "So, who are your people?"
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Wednesday Night Supper & Programs
Begin this Wednesday, September 8!
Come and Hear the Rev. Becca Stevens!
5:30 pm Supper for all ages
6:15 pm Prayer & Music in Graham Hall
6:30 pm Programs for all ages
No evening Eucharist for this Wednesday only.
We will kick-off our series in Graham Hall with a presentation by the Rev. Becca Stevens and Friends. Click HERE to learn more. Thistle Farms products will be available for purchase before and after the program, with proceeds to benefit this ministry that benefits women who have survived lives of violence, prostitution, and addiction.
Click HERE to see a recent PBS story on Becca and her ministry. |
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Saint Luke's Presents Lunch and Learn Seminars!
Beginning this Wednesday, September 8
Senior Adult Ministry will offer free "Lunch and Learn Seminars" on Wednesdays in September. These seminars will take place in the Founders Room, 12:15 pm to 1:00 pm. A light lunch will be served while professionals speak on topics related to the senior adult population. Seniors, adult children of aging parents, and caregivers are encouraged to attend. For questions, contact Jeanna Speegle (802-6218 or jspeegle@saint-lukes.com). Our first speaker is Michael Remillard, M.D. - Dr. Remillard is Medical Director at Mt. Royal Towers and will talk about dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. |
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ECW Program and Luncheon!
This Monday, September 13
Featured Speaker: Michael E. McDevitt
11:30 Program · Luncheon to Follow
Mr. McDevitt is Executive Vice President Children's Health Systems and will make presentation on the 760,000 square foot, $400 million expansion of the current children's hospital. This new facility will more than double the footprint of the pediatric specialty care of the hospital's Southside campus. For the most recent two years, Mike has led the Children's Hospital effort to plan and begin the construction of the expansion. Mark your calendars, bring a friend, and a list of questions for Mike. Stay for lunch, childcare provided for this important presentation.
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Reminder for Searchers
September 13 - Room 214 - 10:30 am
We will have a short time of fellowship and then at 11:15, we will join the ECW program and luncheon. |
New Time for Stronger Seniors Exercise Class
Beginning Tuesday, September 14, Stronger Seniors Exercise class will meet at 9:00 am rather than 9:30 am. This also will be the new time for the Thursday class. Stronger Seniors meets in Room 227 for chair exercises and is open to males and females of any age at no cost. Exercises are designed to increase upper body strength, range of motion, and stamina.
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A Great (Volunteer) Job With Great Benefits!
For many years, Saint Luke's has been blessed to have volunteers at the receptionist desk in Claypool Commons on Monday through Friday, in two shifts: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Some of our faithful volunteers are no longer available, and we need new volunteers! Perhaps you can find one morning or afternoon a month to help. If it is not a busy time at the desk, volunteers often enjoy quiet time with a book or they work on their needlepoint or knitting. We now have wi-fi, so some bring their lap top computers. Please prayerfully consider this ministry to our parish, and contact Jeanna Speegle at 802-6218 or jspeegle@saint-lukes.com for more information. You will be blessed and so will Saint Luke's! |
Does Mom Need a Break?
Consider the Saint Luke's Day School!
Our Saint Luke's Day School still has a few openings in the following classrooms.
Infant I (2-9 months): 4 2-3 days/week opening
Infant II (9-14 months): 2 Wed/Fri opening
Pretoddler: 1 Wed/Fri opening
Preschool: 4 Tues-Fri opening
Please call 871-3542 to learn more about our school or to schedule a tour.
Click HERE to visit our website. |
Making Sunday Breakfast More Efficient!
Did you know that you do not have to cook breakfast on Sunday mornings? We serve a delicious hot breakfast in Graham Hall on Sunday mornings beginning at 8:30 am. This year, we are having two lines to make your time in the serving line more efficient ! |
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Did You Buy a Saint Luke's Reusable Bag?
Many of you have purchased one of the Saint Luke's grocery bags, both from the Rally Day store and from Barbara in the Clergy office. Sadly, we neglected to include the firm plastic bottom inserts which make the bags sturdier and more usable. Those inserts are available from Barbara M-F, 8:30-4:30, or call her to have one left out for you on Sundays. We apologize for the oversight! And if you have not as yet secured one or two of these attractive bags with the Saint Luke's logo and scripture verse, plenty more are still available at $2 apiece. See or contact Barbara (802-6207 or bvandergriff@saint-lukes.com). |
Stewardship of Creation
When we think of reducing water usage, we don't always think about saving energy. The American Public Water Supply and Treatment Facilities consume 56 billon kilowatt hours per year. That is enough electricity to power 5 million homes for one year. Reduce water usage and save energy. Letting your faucet run for 5 minutes uses about as much energy as a 60 watt light bulb running for 14 hours.
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Join a Foyer Group!
Foyer Groups are composed of eight to ten people who meet monthly, October through May for supper and fellowship. Click here to learn more and download a form so you may be placed in a group.
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Wednesday Night Supper & Programs Begin September 8!
Dinner in Graham Hall - 5:30 pm
Children's Choirs - 5:45 pm
Programs for all ages - 6:30 pm
Click HERE for Children's Programs
Click HERE for Youth Programs
Click HERE for September 8 program for adults. |
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Sunday School Begins September 13!
Click HERE for Children's Sunday School.
Click HERE for Adult Sunday School Offerings. |
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Mid-Week Offerings for Adults
Click HERE to see a list of classes for adults. (You might have to scroll down on the page after you click) All of these take place at the church - find one that suits you! |
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Children's Sunday School Parties Kick Off the New Year!
Third-Grade Bible 101 Pizza & Ice Cream Party!
Sunday, September 12 - 2:00 pm to 3:15 pm
The Watsons - 4116 Old Leeds Road
Click HERE to RSVP to Mrs. Emily by Thursday, September 9.
Fourth-Grade Bible 102 Pizza & Pool Party!
Sunday, September 12 - following the 10:30 am service.
Bring your towel, sunscreen, and bathing suit to church with you. Following the 10:30 a.m. service, change clothes and meet in your Sunday school room (214). You will walk as a class to Mrs. Weatherford's. In case of rain, we will reschedule for another event on another day.Your parents can pick you up there, 3917 Montevallo Road South, at 1:30 p.m. Parents you are welcome to join us. There will be a lifeguard on duty.
Click HERE to RSVP to Mrs. Emily by Thursday, September 9.
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Saint Luke's Offers Grief Support Group
Beginning Monday, September 20
The burden of coping with grief and loss can be overwhelming. The process of healing can begin to take root within a caring and supportive group where each participant is encouraged to share his/her journey with others. Once again we are offering a six-week support group experience for interested adults who may be struggling with an experience of loss. The group will be facilitated by Fr. Steve DeGweck and one or more of our Saint Luke's Stephen ministers. The group will meet for six consecutive Monday evenings beginning September 20 at 7:00 pm in the Tilson Room. The group will focus on a different theme or aspect of the grief experience each week. Members will be encouraged (not required) to share their experiences and insights within a safe, supportive, and prayerful fellowship. The meetings will last no longer than ninety minutes. We will require a minimum of five participants in order to offer the group, and registration will be capped at twelve persons. To register, please contact Barbara Vandergriff (802-6207 or bvandergriff@saint-lukes.com) If you would like to know more about the group, contact the Rev. Steve DeGweck (802-6203 or sdegweck@saint-lukes.com). |
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Flu Shots
Wednesday, October 6
1:30 pm to 6:00 pm · Founders Room
For Adults over 18 years of age. This flu shot includes the H1N1.
Cost is $30
Senior Adults -bring your Insurance cards, and your provider will be billed for the card if one of the following: Traditional Medicare Managed Care Medicare : PFFS Medicare Advantage, Aetna (all plans), SummaCare Health Spring, Humana Gold Choice and Viva Health.
Come early for a luncheon beginning at noon, featuring information about Saint Martin's. See article below for details.
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Luncheon Featuring
Saint Martins-in-the Pines
Wednesday, October 6
Noon - Graham Hall
All are invited to a luncheon to learn more about Saint Martin's. Some of their staff will be here to update us on their programs and services. This will be a great educational session to learn more about this wonderful facility. Make lunch reservations by calling Jeanna Speegle (802-6218).
After the luncheon, go upstairs to the Founders Room for a flu shot. See article above for details. |
Will You Help Host Our BHN Families?
We will host our BHN families again September 19-25. Look for the sign-up poster in Claypool Commons. There are a number of opportunities to help with this ministry; we especially need volunteers to spend the night.
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PreSchool Partners Coupon Books
Are Here!
Back by popular demand, our coupon books are now on sale for $20. They contain lots of great coupons including Food World, Bruno's, Zoe's, Taziki's, 32 Degrees, Chick-filA, and Mountain Brook Creamery. Please call Lella Carl at 951-5151 if you would like to purchase a book. Thanks for your support!
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STAIR (Start the Adventure in Reading)
We Need You!
The Norwood Resource Center is joining with the STAIR program to begin a new tutoring site at Norwood Elementary School this fall. We will need adult and teen volunteers who wish to share a love of reading with a child. We hope to have a group of 12 children and we will need 24 tutors dedicated to meet one afternoon a week from 3:00-5:00pm. This program will begin in mid October and go through May with breaks for holidays. Each tutor goes through a two hour training and will receive the curriculum and all materials needed. This has been an amazing and rewarding volunteer experience for those involved, as you get to see your second grader grow, learn and READ throughout the school year. We are hoping that many people from Saint Luke's will be interested in this rewarding and worthwhile ministry. If a weekly commitment is too much for you right now, we also need snack volunteers and substitute tutors to fill in when a regular tutor is sick or out of town. Please prayerfully con sider this call for volunteers to make a difference to a child who does not have the advantages other children have---namely adult attention and support. Please contact us with any questions or to sign up as a volunteer.
--Jeannette Watford (249-3530)--Betsy Smith (322-7056)
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Lend a Hand For Hands-On Birmingham Weekend, Saturday, September 11
Hands-On Birmingham is organizing a community service weekend in commemoration of 9/11. Saint Luke's will participate in this weekend by cooking and serving an evening meal on Saturday, September 11 at the Firehouse Shelter. Please help out with this parish! If you are interested in participating, please contact the Rev. Mark LaGory (951-3553) or Barbara Vandergriff (bvandergriff@saint-lukes.com or 802-6207).
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Books for Woodlawn Children
We are collecting gently used children's books for the families who use the Grace/Woodlawn Food Pantry. If you have any books appropriate for children, from preschool through sixth-grade, please bring them to the church library (located off the Commons), and place in the designated box .
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Continue to Bring Toiletries for
Grace Woodlawn Food Bank
When you travel instead of accumulating clutter from all of those little shampoo bottles, soaps, toothpaste, etc., bring them to the church and place them in the box in Claypool Commons marked "Grace Woodlawn Food Bank." To many in our community, these "clutter" items are considered luxury items. (We can only accept items that have not been opened or used.)
We run this notice often, because the items you donate and continue to donate make a huge difference for the Woodlawn Food Bank. The budgeted amount for toiletry items has been drastically reduced due to the items you faithfully put into the box in the Commons! Thank you!
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Third Annual Angels & Art Silent Auction and Reception to benefit Bridge Ministries
Thursday, September 23, 20105:30 pm to 8:30 pm Historic Rucker Place
Tickets $25 per person, includes Hors d'oeuvres and Sweets, and beverageSilent Auction · Live music
Please bring non-perishable food or hygiene product donations to the event for the Bridge Ministries pantryTickets can be purchased on Sunday mornings at Saint Luke's, at the door, or by contacting bridgemn@bellsouth.net
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Items Needed for Bridge Ministries Auction
Bridge Ministries will hold its third annual "Angels & Art" silent Auction and Reception on Thursday, September 23 and is seeking donations of silent auction items, for this worthwhile event -anything from angels, art, photography, jewelry, or any other items or services for this worthwhile event. Your silent auction item donation, along with the name and contact information for your business will be listed on an Auction Bid Sheet given to each guest upon arrival. This information will enable any person attending the event to contact you directly to purchase additional items or services from you. All proceeds from this event will go towards Bridge Ministries, a faith-based non-profit organization supported by local congregations to serve the most vulnerable in our community. If you have items to donate, please contact Bobbi at 999-3933 or bobbi.b@charter.net.
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Fixed Point Presents Losing My Religion
A Latimer House Weekly Series
Can a thinking person take the Bible seriously?
Join Fixed Point this fall for a new Latimer House breakfast series that doesn't shy away from the tough questions.Thursday, September 16 - October 21 · 6:30 am to 7:30 am2828 Culver RoadFor a complimentary hot breakfast, contact:414-6311 or www.fixed-point.org |
Episcopal Place invites you to
The Bishop's Dinner
Thursday, October 14 - 6:00 pm
The Club - $75 per person
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Episcopal Place and the Church's commitment to serving seniors and disabled adults.
Special Guest: The Rt. Rev. Henry Nutt Parsley
For more information
939-0085 or tblanton@episcopalplace.org |
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Birmingham Episcopal Campus Ministries
request your presence for dinner at A Michaelmas Feast: Celebrating The Harvest
Saturday, September 25 - 6:30 pm
Trinity Commons Episcopal Student Center
1171 11th Avenue South
Chef for the Feast, Robby Melville, SALT Fine Catering
Tickets: $35 For reservations,
contact Joanna Ware: joannafware@gmail.com or 542-5683.
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Subscribe to our Podcast!!
You can now subscribe to the Saint Luke's podcast! Enjoy listening to sermons and teachings from the clergy of Saint Luke's, updated every week. Search for "Saint Luke's" in iTunes, or click here to follow step-by-step instructions. |
New Email Address?
So you won't miss any of the Saint Luke's digital newsletters, be sure to let Nancy Cain in the office know if your email address changes. Contact her at (ncain@saint-lukes.com or 802-6200).
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