Lutheran/Catholic Morning Dialogue
Lutheran/Catholic Morning Dialogue and Prayer will be held at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 205 N. Prospect, Park Ridge IL 60068 on Saturday March 14, 2026
40/40 Food Drive
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.
Midweek Lent Services
Midweek Lent Services on Wednesdays February 25-March 25 Soup Supper at 6:00 p.m. Worship at 7:00 p.m.
Education for all Ages
At 9:30 a.m. every Sunday, educational opportunities are offered for all ages. In the New Year the children will be learning about Abraham and the Journey of Promise. The adults will be decoding the Book of Revelation with Pastor Kyle.
Spread the Love
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
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
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
Epiphany Celebration
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4TH AT 9:30 a.m. Come Celebrate and share the story of how Jesus, the Christ chile came for all of us. Join in for a bonfire and refreshments. Invite a friend.
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve Open Space
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 4:30-5:30 PM
Individual time for personal reflection, meditation, and prayer. Holy Communion will also be offered.
Clothing Drive
2025/2026 Winter Wear and Clothing Drive for Open Arms Ministry and San Timoteo Lutheran Church in Chicago
Open Arms Ministry-Logan Square and San Timoteo Lutheran Church in the Hermosa neighborhood have both reached out to us for help again this year. They have a large demand to distribute winter wear and with the weather getting colder the need is now. Please bring your donations of gently used or new winter coats, winter hats, gloves, scarves, and snow pants for men, women, and children of all ages to St. Luke’s. Additionally, Open Arms has requested donations of jeans and San Timoteo is interested in all clothing for adults/teens (sizes Medium and Small, not L or XL) and children (all sizes, with a focus on pants for boys). A collection box will be available in the Atrium now through mid-January.
Don’t forget to ask your friends and neighbors, in addition to looking through your own closets, so we may share the warmth with our neighbors sooner than later. If you have questions, feel free to contact Todd Raeder, from the Social Ministry Team or Gail Larson / Sue Weber, from the Global Links Team.