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The VOICE of St. Luke's
January 8, 2012 |
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Passing it On | |
At the Annual Meeting of the Parish on January 29, we will induct new members into the George F. O'Pray Legacy Society. This society recognizes all those who have named St. Luke's Church in their will or estate plans. It is named for Fr. George F. O'Pray, the rector under whom our endowment was established.
Planned giving is an important part of funding the important ministry of our church. A planned gift allows for the donation of an asset at a specific future date in one's will or estate plan. Anyone who names St. Luke's Episcopal Church or the Diocese of Western New York as a beneficiary in his or her will or estate plan becomes a member of the Society. If you already have a will, you need not rewrite it. You can add a provision for the Church through a simple codicil. For more information and assistance, contact your financial advisor and/or attorney. We do ask that you fill out a statement of intent (which is available at church or from the office).
As a member of the George F. O'Pray Legacy Society, your name will be entered into the George F. O'Pray Legacy Society book, which is displayed in the rear of the church. New members will be recognized at the annual meeting and will receive a lapel pin signifying their membership. But the greatest reward comes from knowing that you recognize the needs of others, both now and in the future and have responded to those needs with the gift of yourself.
We have all been blessed by the wonderful heritage of faith and service at St. Luke's Church. It's important that we do our part to pass on what we have received. When we become part of the O'Pray Society we ensure that this parish will be strengthened and sustained for generations to come.
I invite you to join me and the other members of the society. Please call if you have any questions or are interested in receiving an information packet.
--Fr. Eric |
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Church Calendar | |
Sat, Jan 7th
1:00 pm
Memorial Service - Chapel, Barbara Peterson
5:00 pm
Holy Eucharist,
Rite 1, - Chapel
Sun, Jan 8, 2012
8:00 am
Holy Eucharist, Rite II, - Chapel
9:00
Church School &
Adult Forum
10 am HE, Rite II - Church
2:00 pm Service on
the Slopes-Ellicottvle
MON, Jan 9, 2012
9:00 am Staff Meeting
7:00 pm Vestry meeting
TUES, Jan 10, 2012
9 am - 12 noon
Thrift Shop Receiving
5:30 pm
Bishop Overs Guild
WED, Jan 11, 2012
7:30 am
Men's Bible Study
7 - 9 pm
Youth Group - parish office
7:00 pm
Embroiderers' Guild -
undercroft
THURS, Jan 12, 2012
8:30 Women's Bible Study
9 - 11 am
4th Street Cafe
10 am - 2 pm
Thrift Shop Open
12:05 pm
HE w/ prayers for healing - chapel
7:00 pm
Choir practice
FRI, Jan 13, 2012
10 am - 2 pm
Thrift Shop Open
SAT, Jan 14, 2012
5:00 pm
Holy Eucharist - Chapel
SUN, JAN 15th
8 am HE - Chapel
9:00 am
Church School and
Adult Forum
10 am HE - Church
11:30 am
Youth Choir practice
12 noon SLY, Jr. &
lunch
2:00 pm
Service on the Slopes @ Ellicottville
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Prayer List | |
Please include in
your prayers:
Sharyn Olsen Soderlund;
Bethine Grunewald;
Jeanne Fortune;
Dorothy and Richard
Meier; JoAnn Call;
Patricia Nagle;
Caleb; Mark; Charlotte; Kathleen; and Andrew |
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Join Bishop Franklin's Journey | |
You're invited to subscribe to the blog and comment on his posts. You'll find the subscription box on the blog's homepage at www.jerusalem-crossing.com. |
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Church School resumes
January 8th, 2012 | | |
On January 8, Church School returns to our theme of "Great Beginnings" with the story of Jesus calling the first disciples - the fishermen Peter, Andrew, James and John. They left their boats and followed Jesus to become "fishers of men." Ahoy mates, cast the nets over the side, and let's see what - or whom - we catch!
The Acting Apostles will begin their next adventure, too - a chancel drama for Lent.
Join us on Sundays at 9 a.m.
Can you teach in January?
Lots of ideas and props for all workshops, including a net and lots of stuffed fish! What interests you? |
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ADULT FORUM | |
The Adult Forum resumes Sunday, January 8th beginning a new series by our Bishop William Franklin on "Our Episcopal Identity". This series will give one an opportunity to learn more about how the Episcopal Church began and who we are.
We'll start off with a 10 minute DVD from our Bishop and then there will be discussion. The focus for this week is the roots of the Episcopal Church in America.
Join us at 9:00 am on the stage area of the Undercroft.
On Sunday, January 15, the Forum will continue the series "Our Episcopal Identity" with a focus on evangelism and the Episcopal Church - again with historical reference for our Church in America and where we are today. |
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Music News | |
I would like to take this opportunity to thank and congratulate the many volunteers who made our music this past Christmas season so inspiring and meaningful. The choir, I felt, was in outstanding form both at the service of Lessons & Carols on December 18 and at the 11PM service on Christmas Eve. Special recognition goes to our gifted soloists at the 11PM Christmas Eve service: Luke Allport-Cohoon, Jim Beal, Cathy Covarrubias, David Small, and Ruth Walton.
Our youth have also been doing wonderful things musically in recent weeks. Gavin Card and Emily Williams's duet at the service of Lessons and Carols was absolutely beautiful. And of course, the pageant at the 4PM Christmas Eve service was a huge hit.
Finally, I would like to thank Jim Beal and Ted Kapuscinski for their participation in St. Luke's Acoustic Band on New Year's Day, when we did spirited "band-style" arrangements of traditional carols.
St. Luke's is blessed with a true abundance of musical talent among our members. Thank you, one and all, and Happy New Year! -Andy |
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Youth Group - Wednesdays each week | |
If you are a teen in grades 7 - 12,
this is the place for YOU!
No judgment, just conversation.
St Luke's Youth Group is a safe place for you to be yourself, explore your faith, make and be friends to each other. Regular Wednesday night meetings begin January 11th from 7 - 9 pm*
(*Note the time change for winter/spring time.) Adult volunteers are still needed to share in our Youth Nights. Want to know more? Talk to Miguel Covarrubias our director of Youth Ministry.
 Jan 20-21st, 2012 at the Diocesan Ministry Center Youth Overnight Event with Bishop Bill for grades 6-12; cost is $10 per person. Registration deadline is Monday, January 16, 2012.
Missions Trip Deadline of Jan. 11 we need to know that you want to go with a deposit of $50 as well as a firm "yes!"
Fundraisers:
There are a couple of important Fundraiser dates coming up as we look forward to our Youth mission trip this summer.
 Hoodie Sales - We will be selling our St. Luke's Youth hoodies coming up in January and February! Be sure to see one of our youth and check out our new designs! Proceeds from these hoodies will be going to pay for the mission trip this summer.
Soup and Chili Cook-Off- On February 12
Youth Sunday/Basket Auction- Last year we had a very successful Youth Sunday/Basket Auction! We are looking to do it again this year on April 29th for our 2nd annual Basket Auction.
June Fundraiser TBA-
We will have another fundraiser in June to help with our Mission trip. We have yet to plan that far in advance but just know it will be coming!
We would appreciate and be very grateful for any and all help you, the congregation, could provide!
If any of these sound like something you could help with please contact Miguel!
The Bishop's Ball is February 11, 7 -10PM at the Diocesan Ministry Center. Open to grades 7-12; the cost is $5. Miguel will have the information and sign-up forms.
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Annual Meeting and Vestry Elections | |
St. Luke's Annual Meeting will be held on
Sunday, January 29th, 2012
At that meeting, the members of St. Luke's will elect one warden, three vestry members, and three delegates to diocesan convention. All candidates should be adult communicants in good standing, meaning that they should be baptized or confirmed members who are faithful in attending worship and in "working, praying and giving for the spread of the kingdom." To nominate yourself or someone else for any of these positions, contact Donna Phillippi by phone at
(716)386-3136 or email phillippi.donna@gmail.com. |
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Journey of Faith Inquirers Class | |
You are warmly invited to join the
"Journey of Faith," our course for adult membership in St. Luke's Church. Part I will be held on Wednesdays: January 25, February 1, 8 & 15 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. To find out more or sign up, call the office at 483-6405 or email stluke@netsync.net. |
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SHOUT OUT of THANKS ...! | |
 to all who were able to stay and help with the "de-greening" of the church nave following worship Sunday, Jan 1st ... Thank you Jack Crate, Ryan Card, Miguel Covarrubias, Joel Allport-Cohoon, Doug Mann, Donna Phillippi, Sally Ulrich; and to all who were able to help Joanne Porterfield, her daughter, Christina, and granddaughter get moved into a new downstairs location, especially to the guys with their trucks and their brawn on a very rainy day - Dan Anderson and Rob, Owen Carr and Ted Kapuscinski, along with John and Wilma Twinam, Jack Crate, Andy Schmidt, Fr. Eric, Miguel, Joel, Doug & Kim.
And a special congratulationsto Mother Barbara Baxter on the 20th anniversary of her ordination to the priesthood January 25th. |
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Communication at St Luke's | |
Did you know that we broadcast our service every weeknight on Channel 19 at 7 pm? Our website has information about upcoming events as well as links to all you could ever want to know about the ministries and people here at St. Luke's. You can also read back issues of the VOICE at our archive there. You will also find links to our Facebook and Twitter pages. And did you also know that we record the adult forum every week and post it as a podcast. You'll find the links for those podcasts on our website as well. The vestry and property committee are also looking at options for improving our videotaping capabilities and you should hear more about that in 2012.
Bookmark our Website: www.stlukesjamestown.org. |
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The Rt. Rev. R. William Franklin, Bishop of Western New York. The Rev. Eric M. Williams, Rector. The Rev. Susan Anslow Williams, Associate Rector. The Rev. Deacon Cathleen Smith. The Rev. Barbara Baxter, Priest Associate. The Rev. Sandra N. Dower, Associate. Miguel Covarrubias, Youth Minister. Kim Johnstone Mann, Parish Secretary. Barbara Bumsted, Director of Adult Formation. Andrew Schmidt, Director of Music. Paula Pickett and Donna Phillippi, Wardens.
Office: 410 North Main St., Jamestown NY 14701
Phone (716) 483-6405 * Fax (716)483-6406
Learn more about us on our website: http://www.stlukesjamestown.org |
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