Sunday’s Adult Forum: What Makes Episcopalians Episcopalian?

With Kristen Leigh Mitchell, 9-10 a.m. in Johnson Hall

If we are members of holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, then… What Makes Episcopalians Episcopalian?A look at Episcopal theology and polity—how we compare and contrast with other denominations, and why those differences matter for how we live our faith.

A warm welcome to The Rev. Lisa G. Fischbeck, our celebrant and preacher this Sunday. Lisa was the launching vicar of The Episcopal Church of the Advocate in Chapel Hill. She is a co-founder of Pee Wee Homes, Inc, providing dignified affordable housing for individuals with a history of chronic homelessness, and is the author of Behold What You Are: Becoming the Body of Christ. 

Parish Bingo!

Join the fun for an afternoon of Bingo on Saturday, January 24, 2-4 p.m. Try your luck at winning a silly prize!! Popcorn, soft drinks, hot cider, iced tea, nuts, and brownies are available for refreshments. The place is Johnson Hall; come in, grab a seat, and join the craziness.

Chili Luncheon

St. Luke’s is having an “all-you-can-eat” Chili luncheon fundraiser Saturday, February,14th at 12 p.m. Several of our parishioners have graciously agreed to provide chili for the occasion. Each parishioner is cooking their own chili recipe, so come taste and enjoy each recipe!  Salad, bread, crackers, fruit, dessert, soft drinks, and iced tea will be available to enhance your lunch. Cost is $10.00 per person: you can pay by cash, credit card, Venmo or PayPal. All proceeds will benefit the Rector’s Discretionary Fund.

Many of St. Luke’s worship services are streamed live to YouTube  
and the recordings are available for later viewing.



Pantry Needs
 Our neighbors are often in need of food for their families.
Any of the following are helpful:

Foods
breakfast cereal and oatmeal 
spaghetti, noodles, and rice
spaghetti sauce
macaroni and cheese
canned vegetables and fruit
canned and dried beans
pop-top containers (ravioli, etc.)
snack items

Personal and household items:
laundry or dish detergent
shampoo and conditioner
feminine products
toilet paper, paper towels, kleenex
cleaning supplies
body lotion
Chapstick

No glass containers, please. 

Items may also be donated to the LEAP pantry or for
St. Joseph’s food ministry (please mark bags accordingly). 

Please leave items for St. Luke’s, LEAP, and St. Joseph’s
in the baskets in the south narthex.

Thank you for helping to feed our hungry neighbors.

Upcoming At St. Luke’s

St. Luke’s Men’s Lunch Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 20, 12-1:30 p.m.
Kramer Room

St. Luke’s Stitchers
Wednesday, Jan 21, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Kramer Room

Parish Bingo Game
Saturday, Jan 24, 2-4 p.m.
Johnson Hall

Combined Eucharist with IBP
Sunday, Feb 1, 10:30 a.m.
followed by lunch in Johnson Hall

Bishop Anne Hodges-Copple’s Visit
and Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, Feb 8, 8 and 10:30 services
Annual Meeting at 9 a.m. in Johnson Hall

Chili Luncheon Fundraiser
Saturday, Feb 14, 12-2 p.m.
Johnson Hall

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, Feb 17, 5-7 p.m.
Johnson Hall

Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, Feb 18
Services at 12 and 5 pm, Ashes-to-go 2-4 pm (outside)

St. Luke’s Mission Trip to Belize
Feb 21-Mar 1

For recurring meetings/events, see parish calendar at stlukesdurham.org

Calendar

Sunday, January 11
8 and 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II
Presider and Preacher: The Rev. Lisa Fischbeck
9-10 a.m. Adult Forum: What Makes Episcopalians Episcopalian?, Johnson Hall
11:45 Pride and Diversity Team meeting, Johnson Hall
12-1:30 p.m. Faith Team, Children’s Chapel
12:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Nave
12:30-5 p.m. Johnson Hall reserved for event

Monday, January 12
3-4:30 p.m. Choir Sectional Rehearsals, Music Room
7-9:30 p.m. Nave reserved for service
7-10 p.m. Church Campus Cleaning

Tuesday, January 13
9 a.m. Centering Prayer, Nave

Wednesday, January 14
11:30 a.m. Noonday Prayer, Zoom
7-8:30 p.m. St. Luke’s Choir rehearsal, Nave reserved 6-9 p.m.

Thursday, January 15
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Johnson Hall reserved for LEAP
12:45-2:45 p.m. Nave reserved for 1:15pm Handbell Choir rehearsal
6-8 p.m. Music Room reserved for rehearsal
7-8:30 p.m. Evangelism/Communications Meeting
7-10 p.m. Church Campus Cleaning

Friday, January 16
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Connections and Support, Zoom

Saturday, January 17
9:30-10:30 a.m Altar Guild setup, Nave
4-7 p.m. Johnson Hall reserved for meeting

Please note: the parish office will be closed for
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19.

MORE ABOUT ST. LUKE’S!

Information for Newcomers: If you are a newcomer, welcome! Stop by the Newcomers table in the Sprague Room after a service on Sunday where you can learn more about St. Luke’s, request a nametag, and maybe make a new friend.

St. Luke’s Email- What’s in it for you?
Our email list lets you stay up to date on parish news and fellowship events (weekly announcements email), stay aware of difficult times facing your fellow parishioners (weekly e-prayers email), and know when the latest issue of our monthly newsletter, Acts of Faith, is published. But, to paraphrase a saying, you have to be on it to get it! Make sure the parish coordinator has your email address, or subscribe automatically by going to to our homepage at stlukesdurham.org “Connect with us”.

St. Luke’s Calendar

Our parish calendar is up to date on our website at stlukesdurham.org. Weddings, baptisms, funerals, and other special services are scheduled by the clergy. The parish coordinator can help you arrange meetings or other events. Contact her at the church office at 919-286-2273.

Ways To Give 

  • Check (drop it in the plate or mail to our Parish Coordinator) 
  • Use PayPal with a debit/credit card via St. Luke’s website 
  • Push payments from your bank or credit union to the Church, just like bill-pay payments for your regular bills  
  • Initiate a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA if you are 70 1/2 or older 

Stewardship Drive

Each Fall we hold our annual Stewardship Drive, where we ask our members to make a pledge, indicating the amount they intend to give the church in the following year. This allows us to be good stewards of your contributions and establish a budget. Let us know if you are interested in pledging.