Parish Notes • July 6, 2008

 

 

 

Parish Groups… Opportunities to get involved…

 

The Lambuth Area Neighborhood Association (L.A.N.A.) will kick off a new program called Operation Paintbrush on Saturday, July 19th. This program is to assist eligible homeowners whose homes are in need of exterior paint. The program is designed to provide paint and designated supplies as well as technical assistance to eligible homeowners who agree to furnish labor for the painting and repair of their home exteriors. Applicants are screened using the federal guidelines for low and moderate-income families. Typically, these are senior citizens, and most can be classified as very low income. L.A.N.A., along with volunteer from the community, will paint a building and a home on West King Street as the kick-off for this program on July 19th. The streets surrounding this will be closed off and a celebratory “street party” atmosphere is the goal as steps are taken to help these families. For more information or to volunteer, please call Lisa Silver, the L.A.N.A. Executive Director, at 731-267-4702.

 

 

RIFA Needs for June 20 – July 20

 

RIFA Snack Back Program Needs

Mac & Cheese                           Canned Spaghetti/Ravioli/Lasagna

Peanut Butter Crackers               Cheese & Crackers

Canned Peaches or Pears                        Individual Raisin Boxes

 

RIFA Pantry Program Needs

Canned meats                            Peanut Butter

Jelly                                          Cans of Peaches or Pears

Evaporated Milk                                    Instant Potatoes

 

RIFA Community Kitchen Needs

Bread

Powdered Drink Mix

Dry Pasta

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Green Beans

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Baked Beans

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Chili

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Tomatoes or Tomato Sauce

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Mixed Vegetables

Large #10 (commercial size) Cans of Sweet Peas

(On June 30^th, RIFA’s Soup Kitchen served 191 people!)

 

Christian Education for Adults…

 

Tuesday night Bible Study led by The Rev. Dr. Gene Davenport will resume on July 8^th at 7:00 p.m. with a discussion on the book of Genesis.

 

Wednesday Morning Bible Study has concluded until fall.

 

CoffeeHouse Theology. This group is open for Christians who enjoy spending time reading, writing or discussing serious theology. We gather on the second Thursday of each month from 6 p.m. until 6:30 with "formal" discussion to begin at 6:30 p.m. Because we wish to keep this group of a size conducive to discussion, we are asking that you call ahead. If you're interested, please call 506-4160 and leave a message, or email theologeeks@gmail.com.

 

Other Items of Interest…

 

Saint’s Luke’s automated sprinkler system has been installed. If you are interested in helping to with the gardening efforts or donating items to be planted, please call the parish office for a contact person.

 

We are still receiving pledge cards.  We will take pledge cards at any point throughout the year if you are new to St. Luke’s or your status changes and you are able to commit. If there are no pledge cards in the narthex, please call the parish office and we will gladly mail a card to you. Also, please remember that pledge cards are not just for financial support but also for your time and talent commitments.

 

As a reminder, we have posted the 2008 altar flower calendar.  Please sign up on the bulletin board by the elevator for your Sunday to provide altar flowers. We have an open date for July 13, which is next Sunday. Please check the bulletin board for other available dates throughout the year.

 

The Jackson Area Stay At Home Moms Group will meet on Thursday, August 7^th     at 10:30 a.m. This group of mothers and young children meet on the first Thursday of each month. This group is organized through a popular web site, www.meetup.com. For more info, contact Kiezha Ferrell at 426-5803 or ksferrell@gmail.com.

 

Recycle your paper and St. Luke’s benefits! All you need to do is take newspapers, magazines, junkmail, cardboard, or any other grade of paper to Southeast Recycled Fiber. Please tell the attendant at the window that you want your paper to go onto St. Luke’s account, and St. Luke’s will receive the benefit. Please see the bulletin board by the parish office or estlukes.org/recycle.htm for a map to Southeast’s facility. You can also bring paper on the last Sunday of the month and we will take it for you so bring your paper on July 27^th!

 

Holy Grounds Coffee House will be July 25^th at 8:00 p.m. in conjunction with the Jackson Downtown Development Corporation’s “Fabulous Friday.” Please join us for coffee, desserts from Dumplin’s, live music and art displays.

 

Yoga class meets on Wednesday afternoon in the Commons from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Beginners or new participants are welcome at any class. Fee Free. Equipment provided.

 

We are looking for artists to display works in conjunction with the Holy Grounds Coffee House each month. If you are interested, please call Karlie Head at 664-3516.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Week at a Glance

 

Sun., July 6                              Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

8:00 a.m.           Holy Eucharist Rite I

                        9:15 a.m.           Christian Education

                        10:30 a.m.         Holy Eucharist Rite II

                        6:00 p.m.           Senior High EYC at Starbucks, Vann Drive

                                               

Tue., July 8      7:00 p.m.           Bible Study

                                               

Wed., July 9     4:00 p.m.           Yoga Class

                        5:30 p.m.           Holy Eucharist

 

 

Looking Ahead

 

Sun., July 13                             Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

8:00 a.m.           Holy Eucharist Rite I

                        9:15 a.m.           Christian Education

                        10:30 a.m.         Holy Eucharist Rite II

                        12:00 noon        Middle High EYC at church

                                               

Tue., July 15    7:00 p.m.           Bible Study

                                               

Wed., July 16    4:00 p.m.           Yoga Class

                        5:30 p.m.           Holy Eucharist

 

                       

Those serving

 

Service Participants for July 6 - 8:00 a.m.

Eucharistic Minister:                   Bruce Hamilton

Lector:                                      Nancy Godbold

Acolyte:                                     Brendan Torstrick

Ushers/Greeters:                       Owen & Sue Gwathmey

 

Service Participants for July 6 - 10:30 a.m.

Eucharistic Ministers:                  Tommy Rhoads & Peggy Bogard

Lectors:                                     Janie Giles-Carp & Lee Sparks

Acolytes:                                   Hunter Thompson, Anne Elizabeth Garrard &

                                                Jenny-Lyn Caterina

Ushers:                                      Gail & Tommy Hedgepeth

Greeters:                                   Tom & Ginny DeWitt

 

 

Service Participants for July 9 - 5:30 p.m.

Eucharistic Minister:                   Jimmy Harrison

           

           

 

   

Second Sunday of the Month

 

Canned Food Collection

(Please bring #10 commercial size cans)

 

Sunday, July 13^th

 

Please place cans in box in Narthex.

 

 

Last Sunday of the Month

 

Paper Recycling Collection

 

Sunday, July 27^th

 

Van will be parked in the alley behind church!