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God's work.
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June 2012
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Have you made your reservation
yet to come soar with us?
The destination is SKY VBS at St. Luke!
Based on your age, you will be assigned to flight crews
with your very own Crew Leader. Each crew will travel together for each day's adventure. The crews will rotate through stations together, such as singing, skydiving into the day's Bible adventure, awesome arts and crafts,
and of course....the return of Chadder the Chipmunk  and his theater! Plus, ach day there will be yummy snacks served by our very own Skydive Diner helpers!
 On our opening day of VBS, we will learn how a Roman officer has faith in Jesus and that no matter who you are...trust God!
Before we get carried away with all the exciting things we have in store, don't forget to register! Here is every must have detail about this year's VBS:
Who: Kids ages 5 through 5th grade (and those older than this are encouraged to come help!)
What: Sky VBS - Everything Is Possible With God!
When: Monday, June 11, 2012 through Friday, June 15, 2012, 9am-Noon
Where: St. Luke Lutheran Church, 2000 N. Germantown Pkwy, Cordova, TN 38016
Why: Because you don't want to miss out on all the fun!
How: Please see the church office for a registration form, call the church office to register (901-756-8850), or contact Suzy Baldwin (901-870-7495/[email protected])
Cost: TOTALLY FREE!!!
Childcare is provided for the children of our adult volunteers
If you have any questions, please contact Suzy Baldwin. We are so excited for this year's Vacation Bible School and can't wait for you to join us! |
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Message from Our Pastor | |
Dear Saints,
We have a lot to celebrate! God has been active at St. Luke!
We have been given much and received even more in Blessings! We celebrate with our young first and second graders who received First Communion on May 13, 2012:
Claire Decent Divine Irakoze
Lexi Pietenpol Caroline Segars
Brandon Walsh
We rejoiced with those who made an Affirmation of Baptism on May 20, 2012:
John Carter Anderson
Morgan JoAn Robbins
We are excited about the new ministry partnership with the YMCA of Cordova. A contract has been signed with the Cordova YMCA for a summer day camp in 2012. The camp will run from May 29 through August 3. Most of the activities will take place in the north end of the building and outside. An outdoor tent will be professionally installed on the back 40. Parking will be restricted most days in the church parking lot to ensure the safety of the campers. Plans are underway to have the YMCA campers attend St Luke's VBS program the week of June 11-15.
We give thanks for all who made the Church Picnic a success. The Fellowship ministry for cooking, Worship for providing the wonderful music, Discipleship for the kids slide and games and, of course, Property for the tents, chairs and wonderful facilities.
Pastor Ho Young Lee, a minister with the American Conference of the Korean Methodist Church has requested space to begin a Korean worship service. Our Church Council welcomed this ministry with open arms and Pastor Lee and his family were welcomed during the worship services in May. It is my hope we can support our brother in Christ as he begins the hard work of planting a Korean congregation in Cordova. We are reminded that Pastor Hood and St. Luke were aided by neighboring congregations when St. Luke was being planted.
Pastor Tiffany McClung of Peace Lutheran, Pastor Andre Johnson of Gifts of Life and I had a meeting to discuss supporting Seminarian Toni Robinson. We discussed a fund raising effort for the fall along with a joint worship service, meal and basketball tournament. We are holding the date of September 8-9 for these events. Funds would be used to allow Seminarian Toni Robinson to work part time with social ministry projects at the Peace/Gifts of Life campus and for her to preach and teach at St. Luke.
A Father's Day breakfast outside on the patio is being planned. Be sure to join the fun June 17 for an outdoor breakfast meal to honor our Fathers.
This spring we had the successful 30 hour famine fundraiser for World Vision, the Buck a Chick sale, the Malaria Campaign, and the donut sale to support McKenna Duncan on her mission trip to Argentina. God is doing some amazing ministry here at St. Luke! We have so many reasons to be thankful!
In Christ,
Pastor Cliff
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YMCA/Cordova Program | |
Remember the YMCA program is underway at St. Luke. Please be aware of children walking with an adult at a variety of times during the day.
When: Mondays-Fridays, 7am-6pm
Who can attend: Those children who have completed kindergarten through 15 years old
Activities are divided by age group.
Fees include field trips, swimming and water safety, recreational and sporting activities,
crafts and snacks.
Parents send lunch.
To Register and check out the fee information - you must visit:
The Cordova YMCA at 7950 Club Center Care (behind the Cordova Skating Rink) |
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A note from Pastor Lee | |
Dear St. Luke Church Members,
Hallelujah! I send greetings to St. Luke Church members in the name of our Lord Jesus.
Please allow me to introduce myself. I am the Rev. Ho Young Lee of Broom Tree Church. I am Korean. I am in Memphis with my wife, Sarah and lovely two daughters, Ayin and Janie. My extended family is in South Korea.
I received my radiology degree in 2000, and worked in the medical field until 2004, when I began to study theology at Methodist Theological University in Korea. I came to the United States to serve as assistant pastor of Columbus Korean Methodist Church in Columbus, Ga. I served for three years and now I have come to Memphis to start Broom Tree Church.
When I was in prayer, God gave the name Broom Tree Church to me. Elijah hid under a broom tree to avoid the eyes of Jezebel. There, Elijah cried out to God asking him to end his life, because he was experiencing so much pain and hardship. Elijah prayed, asking God to take his life, but surprisingly, God ministered to him there and raised him from broom tree.
This story shows God's love for human beings, and it is my vision for the church. Sometimes people say "I want to die," or "it's too hard to live in the world." But God wants to make wonderful things happen in the Memphis area, just as He did for Elijah.
God wants Koreans to get new life through the church, just as Elijah met God then got a new life and mission under the broom tree. I also pray this same glory will be experienced at St. Luke Church.
I thank God for leading me toward my vision. Also I really appreciate Rev. Cliff Bahlinger and all of the members of St. Luke Church.
Yours sincerely,
Rev. Ho Young Lee
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Council | | The Executive Committee will meet on Monday, 6/4, at 4:30pm. The Council will meet on Monday, 6/11, beginning at 6:30pm. |
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Discipleship | |
Small Groups:
Men's Small Group - meets at 6:15am on Friday mornings at David Wright's office.
Thursday Women's Bible Study - these ladies are taking some time off for the summer. We will advise when they plan to gather back at church and what they will be studying.
Women of Wisdom (WOW) -Women of Wisdom (WOW) is a social group for
St. Luke women and their friends. Please join us Tuesday, June 5 for lunch in the dining room of L'�cole Culinaire at 1245 N. Germantown Road. We will meet at the restaurant at 11:30. Prices for lunch range from $10 to $18. (RSVP was required)
Saturday Sisters- Our faithful group will be meeting on Saturday, June 23, at 8:30am at the home home of Pat Conway.
The adult co-ed class, "Real Faith for Real Life" will continue to meet at the Sunday school hour in Room 106/108, BUT the format has shifted to accommodate those "here & gone" summer schedules. Rather than a Bible study, per se, we seek to function as a small group doing life together. We'll be keeping our eyes and ears open each week for "God sightings" to share with the class. We'll also be sharing prayer requests and praises. Please feel free to drop in anytime!
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Fellowship | |
Father's Day Breakfast On the Patio
St. Luke will be honoring our men on June 17th with a Father's Day breakfast on our patio, weather permitting. The menu for everyone (which will be served from 9:30 through 10:45am) will be scrambled eggs served in a tortilla shell, link sausage, juice and coffee. We'll go light on the breakfast and heavy on the fellowship, so come prepared for a fun morning! Cheers!
If the weather does not cooperate, the event will take place in the narthex!
ALSO - the SLY will be providing a free carwash in honor of Father's Day AND Mother's Day!
W.e.B. is on summer hiatus until after Rally Day.
5:30-6:30pm - Praise Team Rehearsal
7:00pm - Adult Choir (until further notice)
Join St. Luke on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/StLukeLutheranChurch.
 St. Luke Red Team!
The Men's Lutheran Softball League is now under way. The league is played Sunday afternoons at Immanuel Lutheran Church which is located on Raleigh-LaGrange Road just off of Whitten Rd and I-240. Participation is open to all men and women age 15 and older.
"The softball team remains undefeated after a 13-7 hard fought victory over Grace Celebration on Sunday, May 20th (Grace beat St. Luke last year in the Championship game). We are off for the Memorial Day weekend holiday and will pick up the bats, gloves and ball again on Sunday, June 3rd at 1:30pm on Field 2 against St. Ann Catholic Church. We hope to see you there." Paul Wright
Remaining Softball Schedule:
June 3 June 10
1:30pm, Field #2 1:30pm, Field #2
SLLC vs. St. Ann SLLC vs. Living Word
June 17 June 24
2:45pm, Field #2 1:30pm, Field #2
SLLC vs. Christ the King SLLC vs. Immanuel Varsity
July 1 July 8
2:45pm, Field #1 1:30pm, Field #1
SLLC vs. Immanuel Cubs SLLC vs. Immanuel Varisty
Rain Date: July 15 Tournament: July 22
If you aren't able to play - bring a lawn chair and sun block and cheer on the St. Luke Red Team!
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Outreach |
The next meeting is currently scheduled for Sunday, June 24, at 12:15pm in Conference Room #135. |
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Property | |
The Property Committee will not meet in June or July unless necessary. |
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Social Ministry | |
On Sunday, July 1, we will be blessed with a visit from Marty and Karen Lange and their family. Marty will give us an update on his work with Wycliffe and Karen and the girls will be sharing their wonderful voices in song.
MIHN dates are: Sunday, July 29 - through the evening of Wednesday, August 8, with departure the morning of August 9. The sign-up/volunteer book will be in the narthex on Sunday, June 17.
More Than a Meal: Sunday, June 17 - Grace St. Luke Episcopal Church. Please let Gary or Sharon Lehner know if you can help with this event.
GRACE HEALTHCARE - The June birthday party will be Monday, June 11, at 2pm.
McKenna Duncan Mission Trip to Argentina
Follow McKenna on her blog: http://mckennasmissiontrip.blogspot.com/2012/05/estamos-aqui.html
"Here is a picture of our entire summer project group, along with some of the Argentine student leaders! It was taken at the Buenos Aires campus for science majors. We all got together there last Wednesday, our first full day in the country, and shared the Gospel with 40 different students. 4 students came to know Christ that day! God is doing huge things in this city!"
Update on the ELCA Malaria Campaign:
Dear Friends,
You did it! Your overwhelming generosity to the ELCA Malaria Campaign in the week after World Malaria Day exceeded our hopes and our expectations. Together, you gave over $203,000 -- enough to launch the work of the ELCA Malaria Campaign in Liberia!
The Rev. D. Jensen Seyenkulo, newly elected Bishop of the Lutheran Church in Liberia, expresses his gratitude for your gifts:
In Liberia, there is no city or village that is safe from the malaria parasite. The whole country is at risk. So the anti-malaria work of the Lutheran Church in Liberia is of utmost importance. Through your gifts to the ELCA Malaria Campaign, you have made that anti-malaria work possible.
I bring a message from your Lutheran brothers and sisters in Liberia: thank you! Thank you for walking with us as we faced civil war, disease, displacement and unemployment. Thank you for walking with us as partners in the gospel we share. And thank you for making possible the work that our church is doing to prevent, treat and educate about malaria in Liberia.
We have been working hard to get ready for these malaria programs. Our experts have studied trends and treatments of malaria. We've identified the needs in our communities and how the church, through our health care ministries, can fill them. We're ready to mobilize -- all we needed was the funding to get started. Thanks to you, our programming work can now begin. As we walk hand in hand, God will work through us to save lives.
Because of your generous gifts, Lutherans in Liberia will continue their long legacy of meeting the health care needs in their communities. We are a church that rolls up our sleeves and gets to work. You have brought us all one step closer to our goal of making malaria history. Thank you!
In Christ,
Jessica Nipp
Coordinator, ELCA Malaria Campaign
P.S. Our work in Liberia is just one example of the amazing things our church can accomplish together through the ELCA Malaria Campaign, and our work has just begun. We have a goal of raising $15 million by 2015 to support the work of our partners and companions in 12 countries in Africa. Your gifts of any size, at any time, make a difference.
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Worship | |
Wednesdays (check with the office about specific days)
Noon Prayer -
On Wednesday, we will be holding a noon prayer time. Come as you are for a time of seeking the Lord together. We'll be seeking God's vision of our future together, for all people here
in Shelby County, for all the nations and anything else that God brings to mind to pray for. Nothing is too big or too small. God loves to hear it all!
"For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them" - Matthew 18:20
First Communion
Those who took their First Communion are on Sunday, May 13 were:
Claire Elizabeth Decent, daughter of Bridgette Decent
Divine Irakoze, daughter of Musa and Angela
Alexa Lea Pietenpol, daughter of Bob and Lorre Pietenpol
Caroline Grace Segars, daughter of Wayne and Beth Segars, granddaughter of Carol Vetter
Brandon William Walsh,son of Paul Walsh, Brandi Walsh and grandson of Bill and Laurel Walsh
Also included are Pastor Cliff and teacher, Vikki Ernst.
Confirmation took place on Sunday, May 20 at the 11am Service.
Congratulations to:
John Carter Anderson (Jake) - son of Kent and Tammy Anderson
Morgan JoAn Robbins - daughter of Mark and Tanya Robbins
Pastor Cliff, our Confirmands and Suzy Baldwin. |
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Youth Ministry |
High School Graduate Information: Jack Carlson - will attend the University of Memphis. Trevor Cooke - graduating from St. Benedict. He has received an ROTC Scholarship and is planning on attending Christian Brothers University. Greg Hetherington - graduates from Christian Brothers High School on Saturday, May 12. He plans to attend the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga beginning in the fall. Thomas Summers - graduating from St. Benedict (Class Salutatorian) and he'll be attending Christian Brothers University in Memphis. Christopher Vacante - graduating from Arlington High School hoping to pursue his basketball talents. Molly Wagner - graduating from St. Benedict and has committed to play soccer (#7) at Texas Lutheran University in Sequin, Texas. She has earned the Legacy Alumni Scholarship, the Lutheran Advantage Scholarship and the Academic Excellence Award. 
3-9: Senior High SOS
10: All SLY VBS Prep Day
11-15: VBS
17: Father's Day Breakfast, All SLY Car Wash
24-30: Mid SLY Lutheridge
 08: All SLY 4th of July Celebration
28: All SLY Water Day |
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June Calendar |
Please refer to the calendar on our website for other June activities. |
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Future Events | |
June 1 - Playhouse on the Square presents a benefit performance of A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline on Friday, June 1, at 7:30pm. All proceeds benefit the Church Health Center. For ticket information, please contact Angela Michaels at 272-0010, Ext. 1411 or email her at:
[email protected].
June 3 - Memphis Area Cancer Survivors Day
3pm - Cancer Survivors Park on Perkins Extended across from Theater Memphis. There will be a celebration to honor all people who are living with strength and courage despite having a history of cancer. It is also to acknowledge the contributions of their family, friends and healthcare workers.
The local event is part of a treasured annual celebration of life in hundreds of communities worldwide on the first Sunday in June. The National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation works to improve the quality of life for cancer survivors by educating the public. Coping with Cancer magazine is the National sponsor. The FREE celebration will have music, displays, a dove release and speakers from local government, the medical community as well as survivors and a caregiver.
It is suggested that survivors and their supporters wear clothing color of their particular awareness
color (i.e. teal for ovarian cancer, blue for prostate, etc.). Bring your lawn chairs, hats and sunscreen for a fun-filled time. WATCH for a Saint in the program!
June 5 - June 24 - Tuesday Nights - 6-8pm - Congregational Health Promoter Classes
For more information or to register, please contact the Faith Community Outreach office at 261-8833 or email [email protected]. To register online go to ChurchHealthCenter.org. Deadline to register is Tuesday, May 29. If you are still interested even though the deadline has expired, please call the Church Health Center.
June 9, 2012 - Saturday - 8:30am-1pm - 5th Annual Men's Health Summit - "Let not your heart be troubled."
UT Alumni Center, 800 Madison Avenue
RSVP by June 1 by calling 261-8833
Some sponsors are the Church Health Center and the American Heart Association.
June 11-15 - VBS - 9am - 12pm Theme: SKY - "Everything is possible with God!" See page 1 for details.
June 16 - 5pm - 41 St. Luke Saints have purchased tickets for Family and Faith Night - Redbirds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs - fireworks after the game. Thrivent Financial/Lutheran Night at Autozone Park - See the St. Luke Thrivent advocates for information: Richard Morgan, Donna Lee, Bob Zimmerman, Burk Renner, Melissa Morgan, Tanya Bolkcom or Terry Dilg. The game begins at 7pm.
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Parish Talk | |
Congratulations to the Kliman clan!
Sutton Thomas Kliman was born to
Brian and Jennifer on May 14th and
all are doing well. Hugs to them and
to delighted grandparents, Tom and Amy!
Members Kevin and Cindi Harris welcomed Landon Xavier into their family on January 5. Landon will be baptized at St. Luke on Sunday, June 10 at the 11am service.
From Jim Steadman and Family: "We deeply appreciate all of the thoughts, prayers, words of comfort and support, and floral tribute - during my mother's recent illness and passing. Although we may have been a state apart during this time, it was comforting to know that so many arms were holding us in prayer. God bless!"
News from abroad: Jill Cunningham writes that she is being re-stationed to Washington, D.C, in October. She was selected for an internship with the Chief of Navy Operations and she hopes to remain there, after her training. Wow - are we proud, or what?!
More congratulations! Grace Summers won her second Division 2-AA West Regional Tennis Singles title, in May. And, by the way, Grace, a sophomore, won against a senior! Woo-hoo! Though she didn't get beyond the first level of the state competition, she played well and has her goal in place for next year!!! Surely we've not heard the last from this young lady!
And the Tony goes to...Gasirida! This talented young lady recently played "Bird Girl" in Brewster Elementary School's production of "Seussical." She took the part because she loves to sing and she thought it would be fun. Applause, applause!
Sarah Wright sends her love and appreciation for St. Luke's hosting of her book signing. She called it a "joyful day" and we're pretty sure that went both ways! Blessings, Sarah!
More notes: Sue and Bill Parker send heartfelt thanks for St. Luke remembering them, on their anniversary. 24 years down and lots more to go!
So! Have you figured out our riddle from last month? Kurt Stavely was the best man at his parents' wedding. Here's how it worked: Kurt's parents married, had Kurt, divorced and then remarried. Yeah!
And - Patsy Sharp is directly related to Robert Morris, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Kudos to our own Thomas Summers, Salutatorian of St. Benedict Academy. Thomas gave an awesome commencement speech, comparing life to "Star Wars." May The Force Be With You, Thomas!
Cliff notes for June: We all need to check out our "Wellness Wheel," to make sure it's not wobbling! Our wheel is made up of physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, vocational, and financial goals. Balance = no wobble! The way to balance is VIM - vision, intention, and means. Make a plan, figure out how to reach the goal, and then work toward it! Oh! And if you're planning a car trip, this summer, be sure to pack a "Rosary" for Mama!
Glocal in action! Carl Fritsche, son of Paul and Shirley wrote a cantata, titled "The Holy Child" and the Light of Hope Church Youth Choir in Russia decided on performing it, so they translated the entire cantata into Russian. You can hear Carl's cantata on Youtube™.
Carl wrote: "This (performance) was a complete surprise and a complete delight."
We are so proud of Carl, like his family is! Congratulations!
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June and July Anniversaries | |
June Anniversaries
6/05 - Ernie & Katie Shadow
6/06 - Bob & Terry Zimmerman
6/06 - Gene and Deb Miltner
6/06 - Ken & JoAnne Eichholz
6/07 - Chuck & Bernice LaPorte
6/12 - Brian & Jennifer Kliman
6/14 - John & Kathy Bell
6/17 - Ed & Paula Cooley
6/21 - David and Cindy Wright
6/23 - Brad and Barbara Anderson
6/25 - Kurt and Barb Stavely
6/26 - Lauren and Jennifer Chandler
6/27 - Brent and Laura Phillips
6/27 - Mike and Carol Rankin
6/30 - Mark and Margie Lehner
July Anniversaries
7/09 - Dave and Andrea Sedlacek
7/11 - Don and Carol Patterson
7/14 - Wade and Keaton Burk
7/20 - Paul Malanga and Julie Anderson-Malanga
7/21 - Jon and Teresa Peter
7/22 - Aaron and Rachel Brock
7/23 - Jim and Joanne Bowlby
7/31 - CJ and Johnna Millican
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June and July Birthdays | |
June Birthdays: July Birthdays:
6/1 6/15 7/01 7/18
Madeline Wright Matt Hetherington Madison Mitchell Dorothy Steen
Al Waddell Brad Anderson Spencer Mitchell Analove
Cindy Waddell 6/16 Jerry Sitko Vyukaduksenge
6/7 Sharon Larson Tim Wright 7/19
Andrea Thompson 6/17 Sue Cox Lorelei Klobe
Keara Watson Eric Sampson Gasirida Gushima Kristin Lievens
6/8 6/18 7/02 Betty Blair
Sandra Glover Jan Wentz Sherri Cocke Mark Wagner
6/9 6/21 Ben Kliman 7/20
Divine Irakoze Gary Lehner 7/03 Jay Johnson
Dan Bolkcom Annika Thompson Cara McMorran Maggie Carkeet
Haley Kluegel Jeremy Wexler 7/04 Max Wright
April Hunger 6/22 Abby Heath Tyler Phillips
6/10 Estella Sengimana 7/05 7/21
Jessica Langsen 6/24 Sarah Russell Laura Phillips
6/12 Keaton Burk Joann Bowlby 7/21
Paul Fritsche 6/25 Bernice LaPorte Amy Kliman
Amber Wyse William Doolittle Harold Spillars 7/22
Sandra Powell Mark Lehner 7/06 Ian Shadow
Matt Harvey Shirley Fritsche Dottie Neuf 7/23
6/13 6/26 7/07 Michael Brand
Morgan Robbins Danny Graham Alex Kliman Grace Steadman
Julie Anderson-Malanga Cindy Wright Dawn Hansen Patsy Sharp
6/14 Brent Phillips Mike Sampson 7/24
Jacob Rankin Delaney Phillips 7/08 Mitchell Johnson
John Carkeet 6/28 Julie Romine 7/27
Connor Phillips Debi Erickson 7/09 Carol Mullen
6/15 Elizabeth Edmonds Trevor Sitko 7/28
Allison Rogers Adam Williamson Andrew Apple Lauren Chandler
6/29 7/10 Bonnye Sampson
John Galbraith Laurel Walsh 7/30
AJ Waddell Aubrey Drochner Alicia Marshall
7/11 Bridgette Decent
Theresa Graham 7/31
7/12 Jay Erickson
Samantha Pietenpol Lisa Bahlinger
7/13 Beth Segars
Pam Metz Mike Lindow
Gloria Carkeet Alex Wadovick
Austin Apple Debra Hornberger
7/14
Jodi Erickson
7/16
Thelma Sheneman
Krista Sheneman
Terry Dilg
7/17
Yvonne Spillars
Jennifer Carkeet
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Good Stewards |
Click here to access the June Good Stewards link. |
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St. Luke Lutheran Church
2000 Germantown Parkway N.
Cordova, TN 38016
901-756-8850
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