The Vestry of St. Luke's warmly (and strongly) encourages all members of the church to a special open meeting dedicated to a discussion of the church budget on Monday, June 11 at 7 pm in the Undercroft. The members of the vestry realize that when the budget is presented each year at the annual meeting, there really isn't time to fully explore all the issues and questions which may arise.

     Fr. Eric will begin the meeting with a short presentation on the budget with help from treasurer Catherine Way. They will outline the process for creating the 2013 budget in the Fall and the opportunities and challenges we are anticipating as we try to accomplish all that God has called us to do. The vestry is really seeking input from the congregation as they prepare to make some big decisions.

       We look forward to seeing you on June 11.

      Please plan to attend the service of  

Confirmation on

Sunday, June 17th, at 4 pm

in support of St. Luke's new members who will receive the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, and confirm their faith in Christ Jesus, with Bishop Bill Franklin.

     New members receiving the Sacrament of Baptism are: Elin Isaacson, Alexa Bemis, Allison and Kayleigh Burdic; and those confirming their faith are: Andy Schmidt, John, Cindy & Mike Panebianco, Miguel & Cathy Covarrubias, and Todd & Brooke Isaacson. 

Nate Larson, son of Sean & Heidi Larson, grandson to Dave & Kay Dracup is the valedictorian for JHS this year! He will be attending Colgate in the fall studying nuclear science;  Kimberly Scott, Andy & Mardell Johnson's daughter, graduated from JCC with an AS degree in Occupational Therapy; Sharon Drennen's daughter, Rachel Drennen, graduated from Bowling Green University, Ohio with a Masters Degree in Higher Education Administration; Spencer DeCinque, son of Gregory & Laura DeCinque, will attend St. Lawrence University and major in pre-med with aspirations of becoming an orthopaedic surgeon. Spencer finished in the top 5% of his class, and will play football for the St. Lawrence "Saints" this fall; Kellen Fiore, son ofMarge & Mark Fiore, celebrated a January graduation from JHS; Grant Henley Mims, son of Cathy Johnner and the late Percy Mims, graduates from Texas A & M University on August 10, 2012; Todd Isaacson received his PhD in Criminal Justice.

     The year is 1997. The place: Napa Valley, California - home of some of the best vineyards in America. Underwood Wine Estates is no different...though it has its secrets. Five years ago, vineyard owner Barry Underwood mysteriously disappeared.

     Today, during the annual Napa Valley wine festival, his body was discovered.

     Please join with us on Saturday, June 23rd at 6:30 pmin the undercroft for "A Taste of Wine and Murder" as wepiece out what happened to Mr. Underwood - and who is behind the crime. We'll do all the hard work - but we need you to pay witness, and watch the dramatics.
      A dish to pass - finger foods or desserts, preferably - would be welcomed, and of course...some wine to enjoy, or your alternate beverage of choice.