"I believe that appreciation is a holy thing. That when we look for what's best in a person we happen to be with at the moment, we're doing what God does all the time. So in loving and appreciating our neighbor, we're participating in something sacred." Fred Rogers

I understand what Rev. Mr. Rogers is saying in this quote. I am so appreciative and thankful for all that you have done for me and my family during this very difficult time that I cannot express this gratitude. Yet, as I look all the wonderful people who have supported us, I feel the holiness in my thanksgiving. I truly feel closer to the divine in being a part of this community.

So this is my not near appropriate enough thanks to all of you. We could not have gotten through not only the past few weeks, but the past few months without your love and support. I truly appreciate and thank you all.

Love,

Youth Room Raffle

Our youth will begin selling raffle tickets on Sunday to help pay for the new air conditioner needed in the Youth Room. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. The drawing will take place Sunday, August 16.

1st Prize is a 50 inch Vizio Smart TV

2nd Prize is a $200 VISA gift card

3rd Prize is a $75 gift certificate at Monogram Makers

4th & 5th Prizes are $50 gift certificates at Postal Express Center

6th Prize is a gift certificate to Boston Market.

Half of the proceeds will go to the new A/C unit and half will go to the ministry of St. Luke's. Make sure to buy your tickets and support the youth in this project and help them create a space to call their own. You will already be a winner.....but you may win a prize too!

The Little Free Library Dedication July 10

Everything is Spiritual Tour July 12

Rob Bell

Rev. Harbison would like to invite you to attend Rob Bell's "Everything is Spiritual Tour" with him July 12 at 8:30 p.m. in Cullen Hall on the University of Houston campus. Tickets range from $24.50-$29.50. If you haven't signed up yet, please call the church office by Friday morning to let us know.

We Need YOU!

Glen Renfro, Beth Wiehe , Andrew Gordon, & Marvin Gaspard

Celebrating it's 16th year at St. Luke's, Jazz Communion did not disappoint and was better than ever this year. Thanks to the Marvin Gaspard Trio with special musical guest, Beth Wiehe and our incredible Chancel Choir and Handbell Quartet for your gifts of music on Sunday. If you were here you know what a great service we had and I'm sure you want to spread the word! If you took photos, we would love to have them for our bulletin board and our Wednesday Word. Please send your photos and impressions of the service to Mary Ann at mawhite@stlukespres.org and post them on our Facebook page too.

Don't Miss This!

1. Little Free Library Dedication
Friday, July 10 @ 10:30 a.m.

2. Rob Bell at the University of Houston
Sunday, July 12 @ 8:30 p.m.

3. 15th Anniversary of HYMN SING at First United Methodist Church, Westchase
    Marvin Gaspard will be playing one of four grand pianos.
    Sunday, August 16 @ 6:00 p.m.

A Closing Prayer

One God of one people, draw us into such close union with Jesus and with you that all the world may know that Jesus was sent by you, to love us in your name as in his own. Fill us with over flowing love to those now feeling unloved who may learn that you have a place for them as well through Jesus our Savior.
From Prayers for the Seasons of God's People

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