Light a candle, collect your thoughts
and pray for peace.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27
Be still, and know that I am God!
Be still, and know that I am.
Be still, and know.
Be still.
Be.
-Psalm 46:10
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought,
but that very Spirit intercedes and prays within us with sighs too deep for words.
Romans 8:26
Be silent, only the hand of God can remove the burdens
of your heart.
–Rumi
Remember that silence can sometimes be the best answer.
–The Dalai Lama
Meditation is the way to purity of heart, leaving behind all fear and
all limitations and entering, simply into God’s presence.
–John Main, OSB
Every time there is significant growth in our spiritual development all our relationships change-
to God, to ourselves, to other people, and to all creation. We become a new person, as did Mary of Bethany
at the feet of Jesus. From this arises a new kind of activity which might be called “contemplative service.”
Contemplative service is service that comes from the experience of the divine indwelling-
from the Spirit living and at work in us. It is God in us serving God in others.
–Fr. Thomas Keating, OCSO
Let us pray….
Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the
world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among
them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they
may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn
but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the
strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that
all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of
Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and
glory, now and for ever.
Amen.
O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love
our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth:
deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in
your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
A Prayer attributed to St. Francis
Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Where there is
hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where
there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where
there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where
there is sadness, joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to
be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is
in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we
are born to eternal life.
Amen.
Every day, pray for peace.
Posted: December 27, 2018 by Nancy
Dec. 27 Weekly Update
THIS SUNDAY!
We are in need of readers, ushers and LEMs.
Your ministry is greatly appreciated.
Stewardship Update
Prayerfully consider your commitment to St. Luke’s
and return your pledge so the Vestry can finalize
the 2019 budget.
No Choir Rehearsal this week!
Rehearsals will resume
Thursday, January 3 at 7:00pm
All voices are welcome!
No Coffee Hour this Sunday
Coffee Hour Hospitality 2019!
Sign-up sheet is available at back of Church.
A simple “cookie & coffee” is all that is needed.
Save the Dates!
January 13 – Epiphany Pageant
January 27 – Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting January 27
Reports from Church groups are due
Thursday, January 17, 2019.
Reports in Word files may be sent to: info@stlukesypsi.org
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Last Updated: December 27, 2018 by Nancy
Dec. 20 Weekly Update
Join us!
December 24 – Monday Christmas Eve
4:00pm Children’s and Family Service
8:00pm Full Festive Choir Service
Thank you to all who brought cookies and
joined in for caroling at the Gilbert Residence.
The residents truly enjoyed it.
Stewardship Update
Prayerfully consider your commitment to St. Luke’s
and return your pledge so the Vestry can finalize
the 2019 budget.
Children’s Choir will be rehearsing
this Sunday after the service
in the Choir Room. All voices Welcome!
No Coffee Hour this Sunday
Please stay and help the Altar Guild decorate
for Christmas services!
Coffee Hour Hospitality 2019!
Sign-up sheet is available at back of Church.
A simple “cookie & coffee” is all that is needed.
Save the Dates!
January 13 – Epiphany Pageant
January 27 – Annual Meeting
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Last Updated: December 20, 2018 by Nancy
Dec. 12 Weekly Update
Gilbert House Caroling and Cookie Visit
This Sunday!
Join the children as they sing carols and
deliver cookies to the residents of Gilbert House
after Coffee Hour this Sunday.
Please bring a dozen soft cookies!
There will be cards to sign during Coffee Hour.
Stewardship Update
Prayerfully consider your commitment to St. Luke’s
and return your pledge so the Vestry can finalize
the 2019 budget.
Children’s Choir will be rehearsing
this Sunday after the service
in the Choir Room. All voices welcome!
Save the Dates!
December 24 – Christmas Eve services
4:00pm Family and Children’s Service
8:00pm Full Festive Choir Service
January 13 – Epiphany Pageant
January 27 – Annual Meeting
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Last Updated: December 12, 2018 by Nancy
December 5 Weekly Update
TONIGHT!
December Bible Study
Wednesday, December 5 at 7:00pm
The Christmas story in Luke and Matthew.
Bring your Bible.
Stewardship Update
To date we have received 32 Pledge Cards.
Prayerfully consider your commitment for 2019!
Parish Life Christmas Candle Sale
This Sunday!
Different types and styles are available.
Decorate your home for the Holiday!
Children’s Choir will be rehearsing
this Sunday after the service
in the Choir Room. All are Welcome!
Save the Dates!
December 5 – Bible Study with Luke and Matthew
December 7 – First Fridays Ypsilanti
December 9 – Parish Life Christmas Candle Sale
December 16 – Gilbert Residence visit for Christmas
December 24 – Christmas Eve services
4:00pm Family and Children’s Service
8:00pm Full Festive Choir Service
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Posted: November 29, 2018 by Nancy
Nov. 28 Weekly Update
Advent starts this Sunday!
Children’s Choir will begin rehearsing
this Sunday, December 2 after the service
in the Choir Room. All are Welcome!
December Bible Study
Wednesday, December 5 at 7:00pm
The Christmas story in Luke and Matthew.
Bring your Bible.
Stewardship Update
To date we have received 29 Pledge Cards.
Prayerfully consider your commitment for 2019!
Save the Dates!
December 1 – Parish Life candle making.
9:00am in the Great Hall.
December 5 – Bible Study with Luke and Matthew
December 7 – First Fridays Ypsilanti
December 9 – Parish Life Christmas Candle Sale
December 16 – Gilbert Residence visit for Christmas
December 24 – Christmas Eve services
4:00pm Family and Children’s Service
8:00pm Full Festive Choir Service
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Last Updated: November 29, 2018 by Nancy
Nov. 21 Weekly Update
Special Choir Practice TONIGHT!
Due to Thanksgiving, the Choir will practice
Wednesday evening 7:00 – 8:30 pm.
All voices are welcome!
December Bible Study
Wednesday, December 5 at 7:00pm
The Christmas story in Matthew and Luke.
Please read Luke before meeting.
All are Welcome! Really!
Stewardship Update!
To date we have received 26 Pledge Cards.
Prayerfully consider your commitment for 2019 and
return your Pledge Card by THIS Sunday, November 25.
Save the Dates!
December 5 – Bible Study with Matthew & Luke
December 7 – First Fridays Ypsilanti
December 9 – Christmas candle sale
December 16 – Gilbert Residence visit for Christmas
December 24 – Christmas Eve services at 4:00pm & 8:00pm
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Last Updated: November 21, 2018 by Nancy
November 14 Update
THIS SUNDAY!
Church School visit to
Gilbert Residence
December Bible Study
Wednesday evening, December 5
The Christmas story in Matthew and Luke.
Please read Luke before meeting.
All are Welcome! Really!
Stewardship Update!
To date we have received 18 Pledge Cards.
Prayerfully consider your commitment for 2019
and return your Pledge Card by Sunday, November 25.
Thank you to all who made Sock Sunday a success!
We collected 215 pairs!!
Save the Dates!
November 18 – Gilbert Residence visit for Thanksgiving
December 5 – Bible Study with Mathew & Luke
December 9 – Christmas candle sale
December 16 – Gilbert Residence visit for Christmas
Choir Practice!
Choir Practice every Thursday 7:00 – 8:30 pm.
All voices are welcome!
Putting Our Thoughts & Prayers
into Action!
White House/President: 202-456-1111
Representative/Senator: 202-224-3121
Department of Education: 800-872-5327
Department of Justice: 202-353-1555
Department of Homeland Security/ICE Policy: 202-732-4292
Environmental Protection Agency: 202-272-0167
Liturgy Service Sign-up
All Are Necessary – REALLY!
We need readers, LEMS, ushers and crucifers for Sundays.
The Liturgy Servers are an integral part of the service. Without your participation, the liturgy is no longer “the work of the people”. Be an active part of St. Luke’s. Please sign-up!
Student Shopping List!
Please bring on Sundays and help fill up the SOS box.
Snacks, coffee, tea, beverages, ramen, pantry stables
condiments, dish soap, laundry detergent, personal hygiene products.
Pledge payments and donations can be made on-line with PayPal!
Just go to : https://stlukesypsi.org/give/
Posted: March 8, 2016 by Nancy
Article on the Pease Window
The EMU Magazine recently had an article on the Pease Window on loan from St. Luke’s.
You can read the article here:
http://www.emich.edu/easternmag/articles/2016/winter/a-window-on-history.php
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Pray for Peace
Light a candle, collect your thoughts
and pray for peace.
Be still, and know that I am God!
Be still, and know that I am.
Be still, and know.
Be still.
Be.
-Psalm 46:10
Be silent, only the hand of God can remove the burdens
of your heart.
–Rumi
Meditation is the way to purity of heart, leaving behind all fear and
all limitations and entering, simply into God’s presence.
–John Main, OSB
Let us pray….
Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the
world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among
them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they
may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn
but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the
strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that
all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of
Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and
glory, now and for ever.
Amen.
O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love
our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth:
deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in
your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Every day, pray for peace.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Outreach
St. Luke’s has a noteworthy relationship with SOS Community Services helping to provide the homeless and those in crisis with food, clothing and incidentals.
St. Luke's also helps the community through partnerships with the Ann Arbor YMCA and Washtenaw Literacy. Classes are held locally and at the church.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Youth Groups
The mission of the Youth Ministries is to engage, equip and celebrate the power and presence of youth, young adults and those working with these populations allowing young people to explore their relationships with Jesus, each other and the world.
Last Updated: September 1, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Church School
St. Luke’s Church is committed to doing its part in providing a spiritual foundation for its children.
We get wonderful age-appropriate ideas for teaching the children about God and Jesus and the Bible from the Episcopal Church School teaching series called Living the Good News.
Our mission in the classrooms is to guide the children in their understanding of who they are, why they are special, who is Christ, how they relate to Christ and how through Christ they relate to the world. We do this through a variety of methods, including Bible stories, art projects, games, and gospel readings.
Our goal is to prepare our children for the future, armed with the knowledge of Jesus’ teachings, power and love!
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Church Nursery
St. Luke’s provides safe and loving care for infants and toddlers every Sunday during the service.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Altar Guild
The Altar Guild of St. Luke’s is responsible for maintaining Liturgical supplies and preparing the altar for the greatest feast of all times!
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Acolytes
Acolytes assist in worship as altar servers and can be any age or gender. They may carry the processional cross, light candles, assist at the altar and many other tasks as seen fit by the Rector.
Trainings for those interested are held monthly.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Prayer Chain
The Prayer Chain Ministry prays for the sick, recovering, and housebound members and friends of St. Luke's Church.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Eucharistic Minister
Lay ministers assist with the chalice during the celebration of Holy Communion. They also provide regular Liturgical outreach at the Gilbert Residence in Ypsilanti.
Last Updated: September 1, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Choir
St. Luke’s Choir, under the direction of Dr. Marijim Thoene, is an important part of our services. Membership is open to all. No audition or prior experience is required.
All voices are welcome!
St. Augustine said “…those who sing, pray twice!”
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Eastern Michigan University Ministry
St. Luke’s presents special and seasonal programs for EMU students, faculty, staff and alums—at church, on campus and around town.
Last Updated: February 13, 2016 by stlukesadmin
Church Garden / Lawn Care
Parishioners with an interest and love for gardening/ lawn care share their gifts with St. Luke’s.