Bible Passage for the Month
“God so loved the world he Gave his Son” John 3:16
Calendar for Week of December 31st
TODAY: No New Years Eve Service
Next Sunday: Worship Service 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Bible Class / Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
St. Lucas News
MUSIC DIRECTOR POSITION: Following the decision of the Congregational Assembly, St. Lucas is searching for interested candidates for the newly formed Director of Music position. This part-time position at up to nineteen hours per week reflects one of St. Lucas’ key vision priorities on worship. Key responsibilities include worship planning and leadership responsibilities for both traditional and contemporary worship. The full job description and information on how to apply is found at www.stlucaslcms.org/musicdirector.
TAX CREDITS: The last day for tax creditable donations is TODAY. All other donations after that will be credited to January 2018.
NEW PRESCHOOL ROOM OPENING: preschool is growing at St. Lucas! Beginning January 4th, a new Pre-K3 class will be available for students who turned three by 12/31/17 and are potty-trained. For more information call 314-832-1244 ext. 112 or email . The class will be Mon/Wed/Fri from 8:15 - 11:45 a.m. and taught by Mrs. Cassie Wolfgram.
THANK YOU: The Women’s Guild is thanking all of the generous members of our congregation. The gifts and items purchased for our 3 families will have a big impact on their Christmas. Many Thanks & Blessings
With Sympathy: We express our deepest sympathy to those who mourn the loss of Edward Dunajcik, who was called to his eternal rest on Friday December 29, 2017, Visitation 11:00 a.m. and service at Noon at Kutis Funeral Home in Affton. We commit those who mourn into God’s keeping. May the promise of life in Christ strengthen and comfort them.
THE MEN’S CLUB wishes to thank the generous member of St. Lucas and the Bunko group for helping with the collection of 9 bags of toys to donate to the TOYS FOR TOTS program. God has blessed us with our special gift.
THANK YOU: Thank you to those who donated one or more poinsettias for the altar on Christmas: Bill & Joyce Kolnik (memory of Sam & Elena Kolnik and Emil & Viola Ochonicky), Jim & Shirley Vuch, Jim & Barb Morrison, Bob & Judi Newman, Sharon Prokop (in thanksgiving for the spiritual education, friendship developed from my years at St. Lucas and in memory of my parents and grandparents), Bob Sadlon (in memory of Mom & Dad), Pastor & Lisa Larson, Debbie Carter.
BAPTISM INVITATION: In Baptism, God makes promises to us that He brings forgiveness and salvation (1 Peter 3:21, Titus 3:5). This promise is for everyone, including our children (Acts 2:38-39). If you would like more information, or know someone who may be interested, make a note on the communication card or contact the church office.
GOD CONNECTS is an online, video course that explains the basic teachings of the Christian faith. This class explores what the Bible says about our God, and how His love gives direction and meaning to your life today and forever. This class is designed for those who are interested in learning or reviewing the foundations of the Christian faith. Attendance at the class may lead to membership in our church, but there are no obligations. We will be forming a new class yet this winter. Contact the church office for more information. Child-care is provided. Watch an introductory video at www.lhm.org/GodConnects.
CHRISTMAS CARD GREETINGS:. Donations will be used for St. Lucas Helping Hands. The following people extend their holiday greetings this week via the Christmas Card Tree: Steve & Christine Dozier, Myrna Land, Bob Sadlon, Cindy Riley, Thank you,
Bill Kolnik
ATTENTION WORD OF LIFE ALUMNI AND FRIENDS: The Word of Life Alumni Association has recently been formed with the goal of reconnecting alumni and their families to our alma mater.Our mission is to foster and renew friendships while reconnecting alumni to the school and church families that gave us our roots.
We are working on alumni and school events for 2018 as well as sharing the '100 Alumni 100 Dollars' fundraising campaign for major gym improvements.If you are interested in getting involved and giving back, please contact:
Rachel Roman //636-734-8161
BUNCO: Come one; come all! Start the new year off with a bang and join the Bunco group. Don't know how to play? No worries; we will teach you. The cost to play is $5.00. If you choose, you can bring snacks to share. Our charity this month will be Emmaus House which provides person-centered care to adults with developmental disabilities. Please let me know if you plan on attending!
YARN DONATIONS: A member of Hope Lutheran Church is making afghans for the homeless and those in need. If you have unwanted partial or full skeins of yarn, she would love to put them to good use. Distribution of afghans is being done through the District One Police Department. If you have yarn you would like to donate, please contact Julie at 314-422-6769 and leave a message. Thank you!
CHECK THE BULLETIN BOARD for more information on upcoming events.
Serve the Lord with GladnessThose Serving December 31, 2017
Preacher: Rev. Mark Frith
Organist: Mark Dunajcik
Lay Readers: 8:00 – Jim Vuch
10:30 – Jane Mihalevich
Lay Ministers: 8:00 – Mel Nierdieck
10:30 – Justin Leitner
Greeters: 8:00 – Earl & Judy Willenbrock
10:30 – Jack & Maggie Grothe
Ushers: 8:00 – Joe Pyatek, Steve Kulifay
10:30 – Ron & Joan Shebik
Teresa Schuster / Those Serving January 7, 2018
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Mark Larson
Organist: Mark Dunajcik
Lay Readers: 8:00 – Gertrude Kedro
10:30 – Art Matia
Lay Ministers: 8:00 – Dennis Lee
10:30 – Ted Medler
Greeters: 8:00 – Joe & Nancy Pyatek
10:30 – Charlotte Brewer
Ushers: 8:00 – June Wooldridge
Marilyn Hrabovsky
10:30 – Mike Schuster
Ted Medler
Our Response to God’s Blessings
Church Attendance: Christmas Eve 9:00 a.m. - 63 Christmas Eve. 7:00 p.m. - 190
Christmas Day 9:00 a.m. - 42
Offerings: Plate: $62.00 Envelope $ 2550.00 Gift to Church: $ 169.00 Total: $ 2781.00
Needed weekly: $ 4900.00
Gift to Church: David Bowman, Marcia Comstock, To Building Fund: Sharon Majoros
Celebrating a birthday this week
2 – Jasmine Perry
3 – John Brewer
5 – Pastor Eldor Bruss
Robert McNiel
6 – Madison Vitale