Gift Basket Raffle
December 2015
News & Events Men of the Church Dec 2 • 5:30 pm Annual Meeting Dec 6 ELON/WOC Christmas Party Dec 13 • 6:00 pm Vestry Dec 14 • 6:00 pm Christmas Eve Services 5:30 pm & 10:30 pm
The Voice
www.stlukesmarianna.org
Gift Basket Raffle Give a goat and clean water with your support of Children—Teens—Tweens gifts for life Episcopal Relief and Development Raffle Project. A basket of precious and historic items donated by the St. Luke’s family will be raffled. Begins December 6 and ends December 20. Tickets: 1 for $1, 6 for $5 and 12 for $10. All proceeds support Episcopal Relief and Development.
Christmas Day Service 10:00 am
December Sunday Services: 7:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist I
9:00 a.m.
Sunday School
10:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist II
Christmas Eve Services 5:30 pm and 10:30 pm
Christian Education Classes Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Adult Formation Classes
Youth Formation Classes
Discovering the Bible with Hap Dunaway and Elsie Moline
Pre K—6th grade: Whirl Lectionary Based lessons
The Foundations of Western Civilizations in the library
7th grade & up: re:form Ancestors
Christmas Day Service 10:00 an St. Luke’s Episcopal Church • 4362 Lafayette Street • Marianna, FL 32446 • (850) 482-2431 • www.stlukesmarianna.org
Therefore Lord himself shall give sign; Behold, a to virgin shall "Jesus saidthe to them, 'I am the bread ofyou life.aWhoever comes me will never be conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' “ John 6:35
Happy New Year! I know it is just now December. Last Sunday was the first Sunday in Advent and that day begins a new liturgical year for our church. A new church year where we will spend quite a bit of time studying the Gospel of Luke, our patron saint here at St. Luke’s. Advent is an important time in the church calendar. It is a time to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ. Advent comes from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming.” Advent begins the church year, starting four Sundays before Christmas. The season of Advent has been set aside as a time of preparation for Christmas since the 6th century. Advent is a time for selfexamination and asking for forgiveness as the church is preparing for Christ’s Second Coming even as it prepares for Christmas. Advent is about Christ coming twice. As the incarnate God at Christmas and as the Messiah who comes with power and great glory at the end of this age. This is a time comparable to Lent, the season of self-examination preceding Easter. During Advent you will notice some changes in our worship service. The Gloria will be replaced with the Trisagion and we will omit the “Alleluia” responses after The Breaking of the Bread and the dismissal. This is done to reflect the more somber mood of Advent, in anticipation of the joyous celebration of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. I encourage you to carve-out some time from your busy preparations for Christmas to reflect on what it means to us all that Jesus Christ became incarnate and lived among us. And he will come again. I want to thank each of you who have turned in your pledges for next year. Your generous support for our parish is crucial to our ministry here at St. Luke’s. If you have not turned in your pledge yet, it is not too late! Prayerfully consider what you can contribute to support our parish. The vestry is preparing the budget for next year and needs to know what to expect from your pledge. I was so glad to see we have an Angel Tree here. I was so happy to see that after just one Sunday, all the angels had been spoken for! What a generous show of support for the children in need here in our community. Congratulations for your generosity! Plans are under way for our Christmas Eve worship services. Any of our youth who will be here, please let us know where we can plan our celebration at our worship service. All are invited to participate! Let Frances, Charlotte, or me know as soon as possible. Have a blessed and holy Advent, and then, a very, merry, Christmas! I love you, David December 2015
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Jesus said, "For those who want toGod, save their lifeof will loseto it, and that those who lose their livewill for my sake, and Therefore the Lord himself shall give you arace sign; Behold, a before virgin shall "Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread life. Whoever comes to me never be “Have “And let mercy us run on with me, O perseverance according the your loving-kindness; is set us…” in your for the sake of the gospel, will save it. For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' John 6:35" 6:35 great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 "John Hebrews 12:1b life?" Mark 8:35-36
Happy Anniversary!
Happy Birthday! 12/2 Tom Sherrel
12/16 Larry & Debbie Cloud
12/3 Kenlie Mae Miller, Larry Kinsolving
12/28 Chris & Catherine Connor
12/4 Jessica Moore
12/29 Fred & Anne Watterson
12/9 Graham Tyler
12/30 Charles & Aldis Brunson
12/11 Lynn McKeithan, Stone Tyler 12/13 Zeb Saunders 12/15 Zack Cloud
Flower Memorials for December
12/16 Chris Brookins, Jose Cortes 12/17 Arrie White 12/20 Adrian Schell, Eddie B Mathis 12/21 John Tyler, Nancy Connolly 12/25 Frances Stone
Music Memorials for December
12/6 12/13 12/20 In thanksgiving for Zack Cloud’s birthday given by Debbie & Larry Cloud 12/27 Poinsettias
Candle Memorials for December
12/6 In memory of Hayes McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan
12/6 In memory of Hayes McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan
12/13 In thanksgiving for Graham & Stone Tyler’s birthdays given by Lynn &Theresa McKeithan
12/13 In thanksgiving for Graham & Stone Tyler’s birthdays given by Lynn &Theresa McKeithan
12/20 In thanksgiving for John Tyler’s birthday 12/20 In thanksgiving for John Tyler’s birthday given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan 12/27 In thanksgiving for Austin Robert’s 6th birthday given by Richard & Rochelle Wagner December 2015
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give arace sign; Behold, virgin shall "Jesus said torun them, 'I am the bread ofyou life. Whoever comes to me will “Havelet “And mercy us onwith me, O perseverance God, according theto your that loving-kindness; is seta before us…” innever yourbe conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' "John “ John6:35" 6:35
great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 Hebrews 12:1b
Spiritual Growth and Fellowship Women of the Church Christmas Party December 13 • 6:00 p.m. Yes, the W.O.C. will have our Christmas Party December 13th! We will play the “Dirty Santa Game” with $10 gifts. Refreshments will be provided by each of us, so no one does very much work. All are welcome. Call with any questions 770-823-2151. Anne Watterson. OPPORTUNITY for PARISHIONER-BUSINESS OWNERS ADVERTISE a FINE ART SERIES Concert The VESTRY and the FINE ART SERIES Committee offer parishioner-business owners the opportunity to advertise their business on the posters, media display ads, and PROGRAM for a FINE ART SERIES Concert & “Meet the Artist” Reception. The proposed donation for a single concert: $100 Business logo, etc. on 30 posters $175 Business logo, etc. in Display Ad of one local newspaper $500 Business logo, etc. on 30 posters/Display Ad in two local newspapers PLUS: For EACH donation, the Business Logo will be displayed on Page 4 of the FAS PROGRAM The Parishioner-Business Owner should submit their check in the proper amount with “FAS Advertising” noted in the memo line at least TWO months prior to the date of the concert to the Church office. It is understood that ADVERTISING is an IRS Business Expense. This program began with the first concert of the TENTH SERIES. The VESTRY and the FINE ART SERIES Committee welcome donations and will survey donors’ feedback.
FINE ART SERIES of St. Luke's Episcopal Church ELEVENTH ANNUAL SERIES JAN. 17th – Venezuelan Violinist Alphonso Lopez and Pianist Michelle Tabor will bring world-class artistry to this 4:00 P.M. CST concert. The whole community is invited to the sanctuary of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, U.S. 90 (downtown) Marianna. A “Meet the Artists” reception will follow each concert. Donations are accepted for the Fine Art Series. Contact Person: Lois Jones (850-482-7671)
Save the Dates!
December 2015
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
Please Help Us Support the Angel Tree St. Luke’s will be sponsoring an Angel Tree this year. It will be in the back of the church beginning November 29. Please help as much as you are able. Contact Cindy Ham with any questions.
Dear St. Luke’s, Dale & I wanted to express our gratitude for the many people from St. Luke’s who helped us during our move. From the loaning of a vehicle, to packing the Pods, to running donations to the ReStore, and even to moving our trash out to the curb after we left, we were surrounded by so much love and support. Thank you for welcoming us as family, you will forever be in our hearts! ~Christine and Dale December 2015
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
The Real Santa
Nicholas, the young man who lived with his uncle. "Nicholas, it is you! Thank you for helping us—I hardly know what to say!" Nicholas said, "Please, do not thank me—thank God that your prayers have been answered. Do not tell others about me."
The real Santa lived a long time ago in a place called Asia Minor. It is now the country of Turkey. His name was Nicholas. Nicholas' parents died when he was just a teenager. His parents left him a lot of money which made him a rich young man. He went to live with his uncle who was a priest. Nicholas heard about a man who had lost all his money. He had three daughters who were old enough to get married. But in those days young women had to have money in order to get married. This money was a "dowry" and it was used to help the new family get started. If you didn't have dowry money, you didn't get married.
Nicholas continued helping people. He always tried to help secretly. He didn't want any attention or thanks. Years passed and he was chosen to be a bishop. Bishops look after their people as shepherds look after their sheep. And that is what Nicholas did. When there wasn't any food, he found wheat; so no one went hungry. He always helped people in trouble. All his life Nicholas showed people how to love God and care for each other.
Everyone loved Nicholas. After he died, they told stories of the good and kind things Nicholas had done. Sailors took these stories about Nicholas This family was so poor they had nothing left to eat. everywhere they went. Some of the stories were The daughters were going to be sold as slaves about his special care for children—helping and because they couldn't live at home any longer. protecting them when danger threatened. And so They were very sad. They wouldn't be able to have more and more people learned about good, kind families of their own. And they would have to be Nicholas. They slaves—no longer able to decide where they would wanted to be like him. live or what they would do. He is an example of how we should live. The night before the oldest daughter was to be And that is why he sold, she washed her stockings and put them in became a saint. front of the fire to dry. Then all of them went to sleep—the father and the three daughters. This is the story of the real Santa Claus, St. In the morning the daughter saw a lump in her Nicholas. To this day stocking. Reaching in, she found a small, heavy bag. It had gold inside! Enough to provide food for people say that St. the family and money for her dowry. Oh, how happy Nicholas, or Santa, is the special friend of they were! children. The next morning, another bag with gold was —Carol Myers, St. found. Imagine! Two of the daughters would now Nicholas Center be saved. Such joy! And the next night, the father planned to stay awake to find out who was helping his daughters. He dozed off, but heard a small "clink" as another bag landed in the room. Quickly he jumped up and ran out the door. Who did he catch ducking around the corner? December 2015
Copyright © 2010 www.stnicholascenter.org
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
Christmas Luminaries Help the EYC light up the sidewalk in front of our church this Christmas by ordering one or more luminaries in thanksgiving for or in memory of a loved one. Each luminary will be lit in honor of one person or couple. Names will be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletin and January newsletter. Please place your order before December 18th. Orders, along with your check (marked “luminary”), may be placed in the offering plate or turned in to the church office. Cost of each luminary is $5. You may purchase 2 and get one free! Thank you for your support! Giver’s name___________________________________________________________________________ Total number of luminaries _______________
cost________________________
In Thanksgiving for______________________________________________________________________ In Memory of__________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________
Christmas Poinsettias As is our tradition, the Altar Guild will adorn the church and altar with an array of poinsettias for Christmas. Many people help make this possible by giving a donation of $10. Your gift will be acknowledged as a memorial or thanksgiving in the Christmas Eve bulletin and in the January newsletter. Please place your order by December 18th. Orders, along with your check (marked “poinsettias”) may be placed in the offering plate or turned in to the church office. Giver’s name__________________________________________________________________________ Total number of poinsettias _______________
cost________________________
In Thanksgiving for_____________________________________________________________________ In Memory of _________________________________________________________________________
December 2015
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give arace sign; Behold, virgin shall "Jesus said torun them, 'I am the bread ofyou life. Whoever comes to me will “Havelet “And mercy us onwith me, O perseverance God, according theto your that loving-kindness; is seta before us…” innever yourbe conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' "John “ John6:35" 6:35
great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 Hebrews 12:1b Episcopal Relief and Development Parish Representative Training Saturday, January 9, 2016 Episcopal Relief and Development will be holding parish representative training on Saturday, January 9, 2016. Our host will be Christ Church, Pensacola and registration will begin at 10:00am and the program at 10:30am. We will conclude at 2:30pm. Lunch is built-in and there will be a $5 charge to help defray the cost of lunch. The program will include presentations by: Bishop Russell Kendrick, IV Bishop Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Joy Shigaki, Senior Director of Advancement, Episcopal Relief & Development Eugene Johnston, Diocesan Coordinator, Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Topics covered: About Episcopal Relief & Development Planning Activities in Your Parish Use of Social Media Episcopal Marketplace This will be a fun and informative time to learn more about Episcopal Relief & Development and your role as a parish representative. Anyone interested in going to this Diocesan gathering about ERD with Lois Jones is asked to speak with her.
Prayer list: Robert, Rosina, Catherine, Beth, Jason, Richard, Bertha, Elizabeth, Christi, Zack, Ronny, Kathy, Toi Morse, David Hester, Stan Saunders, Elizabeth Barnes, Laura Anne Kendall, Carmen Clikas, Michael Tillman, Zade Guy, Rachel Ferraris, Holly Barnes & Family, Rev. Judith Jones-Keith, Dale Cox, Laura Robbins Schell, Mona Rojas, Chava Contreras, Kay Phelps, Gary & Sandy Plant, Steve & Susan Miller, Dane Nicolle, Nina Brookins, Joie Allen Ward, Harry Bell, Cathy Benoit, Billy Smith, Greg Stewart, Ken McKneely, Danny Cowan, Cupp Family, Andrew Warnberg, Hardy Brumbley, Joe Padgett, Barbara Owens, Margaret McRae, Bridget Clikas, Cameron Creamer, Laura Lafaille, Richard Pierson, Ben Saunders, Leslie McLaren, Roger Watford, Mary Gregory, Pam Sumner, Leslie Wright Hall, Gail Dixon Mann, Brumbley Family, Jim Morris, Mary Ann Shields, Adam Bigale, Joe Daniels, Jr., Robbin McBride, Lori Lassman, Grady Taylor, Demaris Gabriel, Gil Lowe, Holly Smith, Monroe Campbell, Ned Grove, Kyle Hand Fletcher, Jackie Bouy Robinson, Joe Henry Boyd,, Joe Alderman, John Ball, Delmer & Ruth Tillman, Donny Ham, Austin, Amos Register, Kristina Thompson, Bobby McDaniel, Brenda Keith, Joey Mooneyham, Darren Hart, Billy Hewett, Charles, Jimmy Cloud, J. Morton II, Charlotte Laramore. JG, KKC, KMM, LL, Julie Stadsklev & Family, Alice Jackson, Janice Lanier, James Pforte Edwards. Armed Forces: Geoffr ey McKenzie, Tr evor Wilk, Anthony Falcon, Tom Bauer , Tr avis Granberry, Dillon Hutton, Rian Adams, Jacob Thompson, Seth Noe, Timothy Gilley, Patrick Roy, Adam Keith December 2015
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News & Events Men of the Church Dec 2 • 5:30 pm Annual Meeting Dec 6 ELON/WOC Christmas Party Dec 13 • 6:00 pm Vestry Dec 14 • 6:00 pm Christmas Eve Services 5:30 pm & 10:30 pm
The Voice
www.stlukesmarianna.org
Gift Basket Raffle Give a goat and clean water with your support of Children—Teens—Tweens gifts for life Episcopal Relief and Development Raffle Project. A basket of precious and historic items donated by the St. Luke’s family will be raffled. Begins December 6 and ends December 20. Tickets: 1 for $1, 6 for $5 and 12 for $10. All proceeds support Episcopal Relief and Development.
Christmas Day Service 10:00 am
December Sunday Services: 7:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist I
9:00 a.m.
Sunday School
10:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist II
Christmas Eve Services 5:30 pm and 10:30 pm
Christian Education Classes Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Adult Formation Classes
Youth Formation Classes
Discovering the Bible with Hap Dunaway and Elsie Moline
Pre K—6th grade: Whirl Lectionary Based lessons
The Foundations of Western Civilizations in the library
7th grade & up: re:form Ancestors
Christmas Day Service 10:00 an St. Luke’s Episcopal Church • 4362 Lafayette Street • Marianna, FL 32446 • (850) 482-2431 • www.stlukesmarianna.org
Therefore Lord himself shall give sign; Behold, a to virgin shall "Jesus saidthe to them, 'I am the bread ofyou life.aWhoever comes me will never be conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' “ John 6:35
Happy New Year! I know it is just now December. Last Sunday was the first Sunday in Advent and that day begins a new liturgical year for our church. A new church year where we will spend quite a bit of time studying the Gospel of Luke, our patron saint here at St. Luke’s. Advent is an important time in the church calendar. It is a time to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ. Advent comes from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming.” Advent begins the church year, starting four Sundays before Christmas. The season of Advent has been set aside as a time of preparation for Christmas since the 6th century. Advent is a time for selfexamination and asking for forgiveness as the church is preparing for Christ’s Second Coming even as it prepares for Christmas. Advent is about Christ coming twice. As the incarnate God at Christmas and as the Messiah who comes with power and great glory at the end of this age. This is a time comparable to Lent, the season of self-examination preceding Easter. During Advent you will notice some changes in our worship service. The Gloria will be replaced with the Trisagion and we will omit the “Alleluia” responses after The Breaking of the Bread and the dismissal. This is done to reflect the more somber mood of Advent, in anticipation of the joyous celebration of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. I encourage you to carve-out some time from your busy preparations for Christmas to reflect on what it means to us all that Jesus Christ became incarnate and lived among us. And he will come again. I want to thank each of you who have turned in your pledges for next year. Your generous support for our parish is crucial to our ministry here at St. Luke’s. If you have not turned in your pledge yet, it is not too late! Prayerfully consider what you can contribute to support our parish. The vestry is preparing the budget for next year and needs to know what to expect from your pledge. I was so glad to see we have an Angel Tree here. I was so happy to see that after just one Sunday, all the angels had been spoken for! What a generous show of support for the children in need here in our community. Congratulations for your generosity! Plans are under way for our Christmas Eve worship services. Any of our youth who will be here, please let us know where we can plan our celebration at our worship service. All are invited to participate! Let Frances, Charlotte, or me know as soon as possible. Have a blessed and holy Advent, and then, a very, merry, Christmas! I love you, David December 2015
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Jesus said, "For those who want toGod, save their lifeof will loseto it, and that those who lose their livewill for my sake, and Therefore the Lord himself shall give you arace sign; Behold, a before virgin shall "Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread life. Whoever comes to me never be “Have “And let mercy us run on with me, O perseverance according the your loving-kindness; is set us…” in your for the sake of the gospel, will save it. For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' John 6:35" 6:35 great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 "John Hebrews 12:1b life?" Mark 8:35-36
Happy Anniversary!
Happy Birthday! 12/2 Tom Sherrel
12/16 Larry & Debbie Cloud
12/3 Kenlie Mae Miller, Larry Kinsolving
12/28 Chris & Catherine Connor
12/4 Jessica Moore
12/29 Fred & Anne Watterson
12/9 Graham Tyler
12/30 Charles & Aldis Brunson
12/11 Lynn McKeithan, Stone Tyler 12/13 Zeb Saunders 12/15 Zack Cloud
Flower Memorials for December
12/16 Chris Brookins, Jose Cortes 12/17 Arrie White 12/20 Adrian Schell, Eddie B Mathis 12/21 John Tyler, Nancy Connolly 12/25 Frances Stone
Music Memorials for December
12/6 12/13 12/20 In thanksgiving for Zack Cloud’s birthday given by Debbie & Larry Cloud 12/27 Poinsettias
Candle Memorials for December
12/6 In memory of Hayes McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan
12/6 In memory of Hayes McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan
12/13 In thanksgiving for Graham & Stone Tyler’s birthdays given by Lynn &Theresa McKeithan
12/13 In thanksgiving for Graham & Stone Tyler’s birthdays given by Lynn &Theresa McKeithan
12/20 In thanksgiving for John Tyler’s birthday 12/20 In thanksgiving for John Tyler’s birthday given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan given by Lynn & Theresa McKeithan 12/27 In thanksgiving for Austin Robert’s 6th birthday given by Richard & Rochelle Wagner December 2015
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give arace sign; Behold, virgin shall "Jesus said torun them, 'I am the bread ofyou life. Whoever comes to me will “Havelet “And mercy us onwith me, O perseverance God, according theto your that loving-kindness; is seta before us…” innever yourbe conceive, and bear a believes son, andinshall callnever his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV hungry, and whoever me will be thirsty.' "John “ John6:35" 6:35
great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 Hebrews 12:1b
Spiritual Growth and Fellowship Women of the Church Christmas Party December 13 • 6:00 p.m. Yes, the W.O.C. will have our Christmas Party December 13th! We will play the “Dirty Santa Game” with $10 gifts. Refreshments will be provided by each of us, so no one does very much work. All are welcome. Call with any questions 770-823-2151. Anne Watterson. OPPORTUNITY for PARISHIONER-BUSINESS OWNERS ADVERTISE a FINE ART SERIES Concert The VESTRY and the FINE ART SERIES Committee offer parishioner-business owners the opportunity to advertise their business on the posters, media display ads, and PROGRAM for a FINE ART SERIES Concert & “Meet the Artist” Reception. The proposed donation for a single concert: $100 Business logo, etc. on 30 posters $175 Business logo, etc. in Display Ad of one local newspaper $500 Business logo, etc. on 30 posters/Display Ad in two local newspapers PLUS: For EACH donation, the Business Logo will be displayed on Page 4 of the FAS PROGRAM The Parishioner-Business Owner should submit their check in the proper amount with “FAS Advertising” noted in the memo line at least TWO months prior to the date of the concert to the Church office. It is understood that ADVERTISING is an IRS Business Expense. This program began with the first concert of the TENTH SERIES. The VESTRY and the FINE ART SERIES Committee welcome donations and will survey donors’ feedback.
FINE ART SERIES of St. Luke's Episcopal Church ELEVENTH ANNUAL SERIES JAN. 17th – Venezuelan Violinist Alphonso Lopez and Pianist Michelle Tabor will bring world-class artistry to this 4:00 P.M. CST concert. The whole community is invited to the sanctuary of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, U.S. 90 (downtown) Marianna. A “Meet the Artists” reception will follow each concert. Donations are accepted for the Fine Art Series. Contact Person: Lois Jones (850-482-7671)
Save the Dates!
December 2015
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
Please Help Us Support the Angel Tree St. Luke’s will be sponsoring an Angel Tree this year. It will be in the back of the church beginning November 29. Please help as much as you are able. Contact Cindy Ham with any questions.
Dear St. Luke’s, Dale & I wanted to express our gratitude for the many people from St. Luke’s who helped us during our move. From the loaning of a vehicle, to packing the Pods, to running donations to the ReStore, and even to moving our trash out to the curb after we left, we were surrounded by so much love and support. Thank you for welcoming us as family, you will forever be in our hearts! ~Christine and Dale December 2015
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
The Real Santa
Nicholas, the young man who lived with his uncle. "Nicholas, it is you! Thank you for helping us—I hardly know what to say!" Nicholas said, "Please, do not thank me—thank God that your prayers have been answered. Do not tell others about me."
The real Santa lived a long time ago in a place called Asia Minor. It is now the country of Turkey. His name was Nicholas. Nicholas' parents died when he was just a teenager. His parents left him a lot of money which made him a rich young man. He went to live with his uncle who was a priest. Nicholas heard about a man who had lost all his money. He had three daughters who were old enough to get married. But in those days young women had to have money in order to get married. This money was a "dowry" and it was used to help the new family get started. If you didn't have dowry money, you didn't get married.
Nicholas continued helping people. He always tried to help secretly. He didn't want any attention or thanks. Years passed and he was chosen to be a bishop. Bishops look after their people as shepherds look after their sheep. And that is what Nicholas did. When there wasn't any food, he found wheat; so no one went hungry. He always helped people in trouble. All his life Nicholas showed people how to love God and care for each other.
Everyone loved Nicholas. After he died, they told stories of the good and kind things Nicholas had done. Sailors took these stories about Nicholas This family was so poor they had nothing left to eat. everywhere they went. Some of the stories were The daughters were going to be sold as slaves about his special care for children—helping and because they couldn't live at home any longer. protecting them when danger threatened. And so They were very sad. They wouldn't be able to have more and more people learned about good, kind families of their own. And they would have to be Nicholas. They slaves—no longer able to decide where they would wanted to be like him. live or what they would do. He is an example of how we should live. The night before the oldest daughter was to be And that is why he sold, she washed her stockings and put them in became a saint. front of the fire to dry. Then all of them went to sleep—the father and the three daughters. This is the story of the real Santa Claus, St. In the morning the daughter saw a lump in her Nicholas. To this day stocking. Reaching in, she found a small, heavy bag. It had gold inside! Enough to provide food for people say that St. the family and money for her dowry. Oh, how happy Nicholas, or Santa, is the special friend of they were! children. The next morning, another bag with gold was —Carol Myers, St. found. Imagine! Two of the daughters would now Nicholas Center be saved. Such joy! And the next night, the father planned to stay awake to find out who was helping his daughters. He dozed off, but heard a small "clink" as another bag landed in the room. Quickly he jumped up and ran out the door. Who did he catch ducking around the corner? December 2015
Copyright © 2010 www.stnicholascenter.org
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, KJV
Christmas Luminaries Help the EYC light up the sidewalk in front of our church this Christmas by ordering one or more luminaries in thanksgiving for or in memory of a loved one. Each luminary will be lit in honor of one person or couple. Names will be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletin and January newsletter. Please place your order before December 18th. Orders, along with your check (marked “luminary”), may be placed in the offering plate or turned in to the church office. Cost of each luminary is $5. You may purchase 2 and get one free! Thank you for your support! Giver’s name___________________________________________________________________________ Total number of luminaries _______________
cost________________________
In Thanksgiving for______________________________________________________________________ In Memory of__________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________
Christmas Poinsettias As is our tradition, the Altar Guild will adorn the church and altar with an array of poinsettias for Christmas. Many people help make this possible by giving a donation of $10. Your gift will be acknowledged as a memorial or thanksgiving in the Christmas Eve bulletin and in the January newsletter. Please place your order by December 18th. Orders, along with your check (marked “poinsettias”) may be placed in the offering plate or turned in to the church office. Giver’s name__________________________________________________________________________ Total number of poinsettias _______________
cost________________________
In Thanksgiving for_____________________________________________________________________ In Memory of _________________________________________________________________________
December 2015
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great compassion blot out my offenses.” Psalm 51:1 Hebrews 12:1b Episcopal Relief and Development Parish Representative Training Saturday, January 9, 2016 Episcopal Relief and Development will be holding parish representative training on Saturday, January 9, 2016. Our host will be Christ Church, Pensacola and registration will begin at 10:00am and the program at 10:30am. We will conclude at 2:30pm. Lunch is built-in and there will be a $5 charge to help defray the cost of lunch. The program will include presentations by: Bishop Russell Kendrick, IV Bishop Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Joy Shigaki, Senior Director of Advancement, Episcopal Relief & Development Eugene Johnston, Diocesan Coordinator, Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Topics covered: About Episcopal Relief & Development Planning Activities in Your Parish Use of Social Media Episcopal Marketplace This will be a fun and informative time to learn more about Episcopal Relief & Development and your role as a parish representative. Anyone interested in going to this Diocesan gathering about ERD with Lois Jones is asked to speak with her.
Prayer list: Robert, Rosina, Catherine, Beth, Jason, Richard, Bertha, Elizabeth, Christi, Zack, Ronny, Kathy, Toi Morse, David Hester, Stan Saunders, Elizabeth Barnes, Laura Anne Kendall, Carmen Clikas, Michael Tillman, Zade Guy, Rachel Ferraris, Holly Barnes & Family, Rev. Judith Jones-Keith, Dale Cox, Laura Robbins Schell, Mona Rojas, Chava Contreras, Kay Phelps, Gary & Sandy Plant, Steve & Susan Miller, Dane Nicolle, Nina Brookins, Joie Allen Ward, Harry Bell, Cathy Benoit, Billy Smith, Greg Stewart, Ken McKneely, Danny Cowan, Cupp Family, Andrew Warnberg, Hardy Brumbley, Joe Padgett, Barbara Owens, Margaret McRae, Bridget Clikas, Cameron Creamer, Laura Lafaille, Richard Pierson, Ben Saunders, Leslie McLaren, Roger Watford, Mary Gregory, Pam Sumner, Leslie Wright Hall, Gail Dixon Mann, Brumbley Family, Jim Morris, Mary Ann Shields, Adam Bigale, Joe Daniels, Jr., Robbin McBride, Lori Lassman, Grady Taylor, Demaris Gabriel, Gil Lowe, Holly Smith, Monroe Campbell, Ned Grove, Kyle Hand Fletcher, Jackie Bouy Robinson, Joe Henry Boyd,, Joe Alderman, John Ball, Delmer & Ruth Tillman, Donny Ham, Austin, Amos Register, Kristina Thompson, Bobby McDaniel, Brenda Keith, Joey Mooneyham, Darren Hart, Billy Hewett, Charles, Jimmy Cloud, J. Morton II, Charlotte Laramore. JG, KKC, KMM, LL, Julie Stadsklev & Family, Alice Jackson, Janice Lanier, James Pforte Edwards. Armed Forces: Geoffr ey McKenzie, Tr evor Wilk, Anthony Falcon, Tom Bauer , Tr avis Granberry, Dillon Hutton, Rian Adams, Jacob Thompson, Seth Noe, Timothy Gilley, Patrick Roy, Adam Keith December 2015
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