Jesus Crosses Boundaries

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Dear church,

This Sunday we hear again the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. On an ordinary day, beside an ordinary well, Jesus crosses boundaries and opens a space for a life to be no longer defined by what has been, but by what God is making possible. And we believe that God is still at work in this way!

In a similar way, I have also found our midweek Lenten worship especially meaningful this year. These services have been helping me linger more deeply in living, active, working love. It sounds simple but there is so much competing against this right now. And so this week we will gather around that promise again: Love is greater than tensions. I hope you will come and be part of it.

See you in worship,
Pastor Kyle

Take it to Heart

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Dear church,

Some texts don’t just speak to us, they hold us.

Psalm 121 is one of those psalms for me, a prayer that has steadied countless hearts across the centuries.

If you are looking for a simple practice this week, I wonder if you might take these days to commit it to memory, or simply to read it once each day, slowly, letting the promise sink in.

40/40 Food Drive

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As we move into the Lenten season, please remember our neighbors who are struggling with food insecurity needs.

The Social Ministry Committee is sponsoring the 40/40 food drive for Maine Township food pantry. This pantry serves over 400 families in our area. As you shop these 40 days, please pick extra nonperishable food items, soap, and hygiene items for the pantry.

We will collect them on Palm Sunday and bring them to the pantry. Cash donations are also welcome.

The Great Litany

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Dear church,

This Sunday, the First Sunday in Lent, we will begin worship as we did last year with a special prayer called The Litany or the Great Litany.

The Great Litany has been spoken or chanted by the people of God for centuries. It is persistent, urgent, and full of confidence that help will come.

It plumbs the depths of our common humanity and gives voice to our deepest needs. It is unselfish in its intercessions, reaching beyond ourselves to pray for all who suffer, all who struggle, and all who long for mercy.

Spread the Love

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The Card Ministry has many beautiful handmade Valentine cards available for purchase. Each card is $5, and all proceeds go directly to support ELCA World Hunger. Pick up a card, share some love, and help make a difference in the lives of others this Valentine’s season.

Spirit Matters

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Spirit Matters offers an opportunity to explore Lectio Divina, which is a personal way to encounter God through scripture, and Centering Prayer, in which we quiet our minds and open our hearts to God’s loving presence. Come join us for spiritual rest and refreshment. Your spirit matters! All are welcome. If you have any questions, contact Diane Barounis.
We will be meeting on the First and Third Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5 pm.
(Our next meetings will be on January 21, 2026.)

Alive 2026

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Alive! begins again on Wednesday, January 28 at 6:00 pm: Devotions and Potluck Dinner for everyone 6:45-8:30pm: Card/board games for families & individuals ALIVE! continues to be an opportunity for St Luke’s members, families to gather mid-weekly and not just on Sundays. If any questions, please contact Rita Hoffer, ritamhoffer@yahoo.com