Welcome to Our Visitors
November 8, 2015
Welcome to Our Visitors Welcome to Saint Luke’s! We are a community that welcomes everyone, regardless of where you are on your faith journey, to hear God’s word, to be fed at God’s table, and to experience the love of community, so that you will be strengthened to serve God in the world. Please Fill Out a Name Tag
We invite everyone to fill out a name tag. They’re available in every pew. If you forgot your permanent name tag (or lost it), please use a paper one today. If you’d like a permanent name tag, sign‐up at the Informa on Center. Permanent name tags can be stored on the magne c boards in the Narthex.
Today is Remembrance Sunday Faure Requiem
Pathways: Adult Spiritual Formation TODAY
Today we commemorate all the faithful dead. The choir leads us in remembrance by singing the beau ful and moving Requiem by Gabriel Faure. We remember in prayer, by name, our loved ones and friends who have died.
November 8 , 15, and 22; 9:00 AM in the Taylor Room PATH 1— MODERN FAITH: "Spiritual Transforma on: How Does Change Happen?” Guest Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Heather Wright Over the course of three weeks we will examine transfor‐ ma on in a variety of ways. In week one, we will try to define transforma on from a theological perspec ve. In week two, we will cover transforma on using Scriptural examples. In week three, we will consider the psychological impacts and emo onal factors involved in change, both in the lives of others and in our own lives. Each week will include some small group discussion in addi on to Heather’s presenta on. All are welcome to join the series at any me over the course of the three weeks.
Newcomers Orientation Today
November 8, 12:00‐2:00 PM Youth & Community Center For more informa on, contact: Tasha Nagler [email protected] or (203) 354‐9458 Fall Harvest Luncheon—Next Thursday
November 12 at 12:30 PM Youth & Community Center Join us for the fes vi es as Abigail Lennox sings and plays her guitar for a sing‐along during lunch. Please RSVP to church office: 203‐655‐1456.
PATH 2— EVERYDAY FAITH Series con nues Today with: Faith in the WORKPLACE at 9:00 AM, Parish Hall. Last Sunday, Rev. Palmer Hartl discussed “meaningful work” and what that really encompasses. This week parishioners Craig Jones and Ma Edwards are going to lead small group discussions that go one step deeper with “Faith at Work” issues specific to Darien. So many of us in Darien struggle with providing for our families, and that can come at a personal price of: Am I doing work that ma ers? and Is my work/life balance way out of whack? and even What am I doing?! These ques ons and more will be hashed out. Please join us if this topic resonates with you. Upcoming
November 15 & 22; 9:00 AM in the Parish Hall. PATH 2— EVERYDAY FAITH Series con nues with: Faith in the COMMUNITY. Week one of this two‐week, lay‐led series will explore the idea that we talk a lot about Chris an Community, but: Just what does a Chris an Community portray? And how do we show our faith as we move within it? Two panel speakers—John Crowley, a team captain in the Community Supper Ministry, and Jason Gaaserud, our Youth Outreach Representa ve—will describe their faith experiences in small group communi es. Then, in small groups, par cipants will consider how they describe a Chris an Community and how it differs from an ins tu onal community. What are its benefits? How do we act when a member?
Now that we have launched the Stewardship Campaign for 2016, it is the me of year that we, the parishioners, express our support for Saint Lukes, Our Spiritual Home.
“Saint Luke’s has been the center of our family’s spiritual life for almost 25 years. Whether in worship, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School or serving as a Chalice Bearer, our week begins each Sunday at Saint Luke’s. The clergy has been there for us at mes of crisis and triumph and the fellowship with other parishioners has always meant Saint Luke’s was at the center of our family. “ —Jim Cameron For these and some many other reasons, Saint Luke’s really does ma er. Please make your commitment to‐ day. Three easy ways to pledge: Send your pledge form in to the Parish Office. Call or email: Courtney Lilly Director of Engagement and Stewardship 203‐655‐1456, ext. 106 [email protected] Or visit our online giving page: h p://www.saintlukesdarien.org/annual‐stewardship
Youth Ministry News
“THE TEN” return to Saint Luke’s for a cappella Fall Festival
Today, November 8: High School Youth Group 6:45‐8:30 PM. Announcement for Youth Sunday: Next Sunday, November 15, is Youth Sunday, where members from our youth group will lead us in worship as ushers, readers, greeters, and chalice bearers during the 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM services. Addi onally, High School Junior, Jason Gaaserud will be talking about the Youth Group as a small group during 9:00 AM Pathways on that Sunday. November 20: Midnight Run —All youth. We s ll need lots of coats and toiletries! Drop them off in the bin in the Narthex or the foyer of the YCC.
Sunday, November 15: 4:00 PM
The Ten will perform contemporary and tradi onal, spiritual and secular music in the classic a cappella style based on the heritage of their former college groups which include Yale’s Whiffenpoofs and Spizzwinks, Princeton’s Nassoons, Brown’s Jabberwocks and Hamilton’s Buffers. Dona ons at the door will benefit the Saint Luke’s Friends of Music and a recep on will follow. The actual eighteen men who make up The Ten have their roots in the one hundred twenty‐five voice University Glee Club of New York City, which was founded in 1894 to preserve the tradi on of male glee club singing. Join us for this special benefit performance!
Saint Luke’s Annual Christmas Pageant
December 20 at 11:45 AM in the church. 15+ Speaking Roles Available! Sign‐up sheets and character descrip ons for the pageant will only be posted on Sunday, November 15, on the bulle n board inside the main entrance of the Educa on Building. There will be three mandatory rehearsals for speaking parts held on: November 22, December 6 and December 13 a er the 10:00 AM service in the Church. No audi ons necessary. If mul ple children sign‐up for the same part, the speaking parts will be chosen by lo ery. Please email Carrie McMaster with any ques ons: [email protected]
Midnight Run to NYC
On Friday, November 20th, we’ll take clothing, bag lunches and toiletries to NYC to clothe and feed the homeless. In advance of this trip, we ask that families of Saint Luke’s comb through their closets and donate used winter coats, pants, sweaters, vests, or any warm clothing items (large sizes preferred). We also ask that you consider grabbing some fresh socks, un‐ dershirts, underwear and toiletries while running er‐ rands at your local store. Please leave donated items in the large bin in the Narthex of the church. The more items we have, the more we can help!
The God of Dreams —This Advent
Tuesdays, 4:00‐5:30 PM November 17 and 24, December 1, 8 and 15 Taylor Room
A new dream group is forming at Saint Luke’s! As we prepare for Christmas, bring your dreams and join the Rev. Dawn Stegelmann on Tuesday a ernoons for a cup of tea, and for a discussion about the dreams of Joseph and the wise men, and of our own dreams. For further informa on, contact Rev. Dawn at: [email protected]
Friday’s schedule: 4:30‐6:30 PM. Meet in the YCC to sort clothes and make sandwiches, then at 9:30 PM, we’ll regroup at the YCC and drive into the city and deliver food and clothes un l we run out (approximately 1:00 AM). To sign‐up to help, please visit: www.saintlukesdarien.org/youth
Advent Wreath Making And Coffee Hour Sunday, November 29
Advent Wreath Making will be held at both the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Coffee Hours—All are welcome!
Faith-based Refugee Resettlement Information Session
Chris George, the Director of IRIS (Integrated Refugee & Immigra on Services), an organiza on founded by Episcopal Migra on Ministries and Church World Services, will be visi ng Noroton Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM to talk about the status of refugees in CT and how churches can co‐sponsor a refugee family, volunteer at the IRIS headquarters in New Haven, and/or provide financial support, clothing, transporta on etc.. Rev. David and Rev. Danny will be in a endance. All are welcome to a end this informa on session. If you have ques ons or would like to get involved, contact: [email protected]
For more informa on, contact: Michael Toy: [email protected]
Volunteers Needed at Person-to-Person
Open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday through Friday, the Darien Clothing Center distributes over $7 million worth of donated clothing each year. On a typical day, we have 60 appointments scheduled for clients to “shop” for free clothing.
We need Volunteers in the Clothing Center to help receive, sort and display the donated items; also, to greet clients and facilitate the shopping experience for them. Volunteers are scheduled for 2‐hour shi s.
If you have me to spare on any weekday, we hope you will volunteer at the P2P Clothing Center.
Contact: Janet King ([email protected] | 203 621‐0683).
Saint Luke’s Calendar: visit www.saintlukesdarien.org/calendar
Welcome to Our Visitors Welcome to Saint Luke’s! We are a community that welcomes everyone, regardless of where you are on your faith journey, to hear God’s word, to be fed at God’s table, and to experience the love of community, so that you will be strengthened to serve God in the world. Please Fill Out a Name Tag
We invite everyone to fill out a name tag. They’re available in every pew. If you forgot your permanent name tag (or lost it), please use a paper one today. If you’d like a permanent name tag, sign‐up at the Informa on Center. Permanent name tags can be stored on the magne c boards in the Narthex.
Today is Remembrance Sunday Faure Requiem
Pathways: Adult Spiritual Formation TODAY
Today we commemorate all the faithful dead. The choir leads us in remembrance by singing the beau ful and moving Requiem by Gabriel Faure. We remember in prayer, by name, our loved ones and friends who have died.
November 8 , 15, and 22; 9:00 AM in the Taylor Room PATH 1— MODERN FAITH: "Spiritual Transforma on: How Does Change Happen?” Guest Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Heather Wright Over the course of three weeks we will examine transfor‐ ma on in a variety of ways. In week one, we will try to define transforma on from a theological perspec ve. In week two, we will cover transforma on using Scriptural examples. In week three, we will consider the psychological impacts and emo onal factors involved in change, both in the lives of others and in our own lives. Each week will include some small group discussion in addi on to Heather’s presenta on. All are welcome to join the series at any me over the course of the three weeks.
Newcomers Orientation Today
November 8, 12:00‐2:00 PM Youth & Community Center For more informa on, contact: Tasha Nagler [email protected] or (203) 354‐9458 Fall Harvest Luncheon—Next Thursday
November 12 at 12:30 PM Youth & Community Center Join us for the fes vi es as Abigail Lennox sings and plays her guitar for a sing‐along during lunch. Please RSVP to church office: 203‐655‐1456.
PATH 2— EVERYDAY FAITH Series con nues Today with: Faith in the WORKPLACE at 9:00 AM, Parish Hall. Last Sunday, Rev. Palmer Hartl discussed “meaningful work” and what that really encompasses. This week parishioners Craig Jones and Ma Edwards are going to lead small group discussions that go one step deeper with “Faith at Work” issues specific to Darien. So many of us in Darien struggle with providing for our families, and that can come at a personal price of: Am I doing work that ma ers? and Is my work/life balance way out of whack? and even What am I doing?! These ques ons and more will be hashed out. Please join us if this topic resonates with you. Upcoming
November 15 & 22; 9:00 AM in the Parish Hall. PATH 2— EVERYDAY FAITH Series con nues with: Faith in the COMMUNITY. Week one of this two‐week, lay‐led series will explore the idea that we talk a lot about Chris an Community, but: Just what does a Chris an Community portray? And how do we show our faith as we move within it? Two panel speakers—John Crowley, a team captain in the Community Supper Ministry, and Jason Gaaserud, our Youth Outreach Representa ve—will describe their faith experiences in small group communi es. Then, in small groups, par cipants will consider how they describe a Chris an Community and how it differs from an ins tu onal community. What are its benefits? How do we act when a member?
Now that we have launched the Stewardship Campaign for 2016, it is the me of year that we, the parishioners, express our support for Saint Lukes, Our Spiritual Home.
“Saint Luke’s has been the center of our family’s spiritual life for almost 25 years. Whether in worship, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School or serving as a Chalice Bearer, our week begins each Sunday at Saint Luke’s. The clergy has been there for us at mes of crisis and triumph and the fellowship with other parishioners has always meant Saint Luke’s was at the center of our family. “ —Jim Cameron For these and some many other reasons, Saint Luke’s really does ma er. Please make your commitment to‐ day. Three easy ways to pledge: Send your pledge form in to the Parish Office. Call or email: Courtney Lilly Director of Engagement and Stewardship 203‐655‐1456, ext. 106 [email protected] Or visit our online giving page: h p://www.saintlukesdarien.org/annual‐stewardship
Youth Ministry News
“THE TEN” return to Saint Luke’s for a cappella Fall Festival
Today, November 8: High School Youth Group 6:45‐8:30 PM. Announcement for Youth Sunday: Next Sunday, November 15, is Youth Sunday, where members from our youth group will lead us in worship as ushers, readers, greeters, and chalice bearers during the 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM services. Addi onally, High School Junior, Jason Gaaserud will be talking about the Youth Group as a small group during 9:00 AM Pathways on that Sunday. November 20: Midnight Run —All youth. We s ll need lots of coats and toiletries! Drop them off in the bin in the Narthex or the foyer of the YCC.
Sunday, November 15: 4:00 PM
The Ten will perform contemporary and tradi onal, spiritual and secular music in the classic a cappella style based on the heritage of their former college groups which include Yale’s Whiffenpoofs and Spizzwinks, Princeton’s Nassoons, Brown’s Jabberwocks and Hamilton’s Buffers. Dona ons at the door will benefit the Saint Luke’s Friends of Music and a recep on will follow. The actual eighteen men who make up The Ten have their roots in the one hundred twenty‐five voice University Glee Club of New York City, which was founded in 1894 to preserve the tradi on of male glee club singing. Join us for this special benefit performance!
Saint Luke’s Annual Christmas Pageant
December 20 at 11:45 AM in the church. 15+ Speaking Roles Available! Sign‐up sheets and character descrip ons for the pageant will only be posted on Sunday, November 15, on the bulle n board inside the main entrance of the Educa on Building. There will be three mandatory rehearsals for speaking parts held on: November 22, December 6 and December 13 a er the 10:00 AM service in the Church. No audi ons necessary. If mul ple children sign‐up for the same part, the speaking parts will be chosen by lo ery. Please email Carrie McMaster with any ques ons: [email protected]
Midnight Run to NYC
On Friday, November 20th, we’ll take clothing, bag lunches and toiletries to NYC to clothe and feed the homeless. In advance of this trip, we ask that families of Saint Luke’s comb through their closets and donate used winter coats, pants, sweaters, vests, or any warm clothing items (large sizes preferred). We also ask that you consider grabbing some fresh socks, un‐ dershirts, underwear and toiletries while running er‐ rands at your local store. Please leave donated items in the large bin in the Narthex of the church. The more items we have, the more we can help!
The God of Dreams —This Advent
Tuesdays, 4:00‐5:30 PM November 17 and 24, December 1, 8 and 15 Taylor Room
A new dream group is forming at Saint Luke’s! As we prepare for Christmas, bring your dreams and join the Rev. Dawn Stegelmann on Tuesday a ernoons for a cup of tea, and for a discussion about the dreams of Joseph and the wise men, and of our own dreams. For further informa on, contact Rev. Dawn at: [email protected]
Friday’s schedule: 4:30‐6:30 PM. Meet in the YCC to sort clothes and make sandwiches, then at 9:30 PM, we’ll regroup at the YCC and drive into the city and deliver food and clothes un l we run out (approximately 1:00 AM). To sign‐up to help, please visit: www.saintlukesdarien.org/youth
Advent Wreath Making And Coffee Hour Sunday, November 29
Advent Wreath Making will be held at both the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Coffee Hours—All are welcome!
Faith-based Refugee Resettlement Information Session
Chris George, the Director of IRIS (Integrated Refugee & Immigra on Services), an organiza on founded by Episcopal Migra on Ministries and Church World Services, will be visi ng Noroton Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM to talk about the status of refugees in CT and how churches can co‐sponsor a refugee family, volunteer at the IRIS headquarters in New Haven, and/or provide financial support, clothing, transporta on etc.. Rev. David and Rev. Danny will be in a endance. All are welcome to a end this informa on session. If you have ques ons or would like to get involved, contact: [email protected]
For more informa on, contact: Michael Toy: [email protected]
Volunteers Needed at Person-to-Person
Open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday through Friday, the Darien Clothing Center distributes over $7 million worth of donated clothing each year. On a typical day, we have 60 appointments scheduled for clients to “shop” for free clothing.
We need Volunteers in the Clothing Center to help receive, sort and display the donated items; also, to greet clients and facilitate the shopping experience for them. Volunteers are scheduled for 2‐hour shi s.
If you have me to spare on any weekday, we hope you will volunteer at the P2P Clothing Center.
Contact: Janet King ([email protected] | 203 621‐0683).
Saint Luke’s Calendar: visit www.saintlukesdarien.org/calendar
