St. Luke's Regathering Plan

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Thoughts  from the Sr. Warden 

 In Ephesians chapter 3, the Apostle Paul speaks of God’s plan of salvation revealed in Christ.  The events of the time are referred to as the events of the Epiphany.  From Matthew’s account of the visit of the magi, through his accounts of Christ’s Baptism and Transfiguration, we are reminded that Christ is the Messiah and, most importantly for Christians, that He is the Savior of the world.

While many, myself included, worry about current events, we should take time to remember that God has a plan.  He is in control and His Son is Savior of the world.  Jeremiah reminds us that God knows the plans He has for us.  They are plans to prosper, not to harm, plans to give us hope and a future.  Pray, and He will listen.  As the events of 2020 unfolded in the life of our parish, I was filled with worry over the future of St. Luke’s.  With 2020 behind us, however, I realize that God indeed has a plan.  Our ministries were required to evolve but they continued; our finances at times were tight, but they were always met.  God continues to provide for us.  God has a plan.

As we begin the new year, we should be thankful.  A vaccine for the Coronavirus has been developed, undergone clinical trials, and is being administered nationwide.  Numerous members of our own parish have been given the vaccine with little or no side effects.  I pray this will allow a return to the Altar for celebration of the Eucharist before the end of the year.  God has a plan.

Through your generosity and with God’s grace, we have what appears to be a 2021 budget that is fully funded by a combination of funds brought forward from 2020 and 2021 pledges.  Although our search for a Rector is ongoing, our spiritual needs continue to be well served by Father Don and Deacons Lydia and Phyllis.  Be thankful and remember that God has a plan.

Forever in Christ,

Mike       

    



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SHEPHERD'S HANDS FREE CLINIC DATE



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St. Luke's -Feb 9th

St. James -  Suspended 

St. Mary's- TBA

Greenville Methodist- TBA

**If you are a patient of Shepherd's hands and need assistance, please call 386-362-1837 or email shepherdshandssuwannee@gmail.com

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                                   VESTRY

                   Feb 8th @5:30pm



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BUSY HANDS

 DAUGHTERS OF THE KING

  Feb 2nd @ 4:30. No meal served

       MEN'S GROUP NIGHT OUT

Feb 23rd@ 6pm. Bring your own supper.

YOUTH GROUP

Feb 7, 21, 28 Parish Hall 5-6pm

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