St. Luke's United Methodist Church

Thank U to everyone who supported this year's Rummage Sale, hosted by St. Luke's United Women in Faith! Whether you donated items, volunteered your time, or shopped at the sale, your generosity helped make it a huge success with a grand total of $12,456 raised! These funds will support a number of missions, including the upcoming Sleep in Heavenly Peace build day at St. Luke's on May 3, the Easter Banquet at the Orlando Rescue Mission to purchase shoes for their Good Friday foot washing, Eight Waves (a non-profit that provides tutoring for children who struggle with reading), and a missionary named Ratisha Washington who started in the Circles West Orange program.

St. Luke's recently hosted "Parenting Hacks," an insightful workshop on the ages and stages of childhood that offered parents practical tools to navigate each phase with confidence. Behavioral and Occupational Therapists, Jeanie Krejcha and Chris Stubblefield, gave valuable guidance on understanding children's development, managing challenges, and fostering strong relationships. Attendees walked away with actionable strategies and a renewed sense of encouragement in their parenting journey. Thank U to all who attended, and to our facilitators for providing this meaningful support to parents in our congregation!

Thank U to everyone who joined us for our Men’s Breakfast last month! We had a great morning of connection and conversation, reflecting on the question: What have you done to tell the people you love how you feel about them? Sometimes, we don’t realize how much our gratitude can lift others up—so just do it! Register for our next Men’s Ministry Breakfast event on March 27 at st.lukes.org/breakfast - we hope to see you there!

Thank U to the 40+ women who joined us for our recent Women's Ministry movie night! 💜 Your presence made it an evening full of sisterhood, history, and inspiration. Let’s keep the celebration going! Save the date for our Women’s History Trivia Night on March 24 – a fun night to connect, learn, and honor the women who’ve shaped history. RSVP now at st.lukes.org/women and don’t forget to invite a friend!

Join St. Luke’s and A Rocha USA on Saturday, March 8 for a family-friendly Beach Clean Up at Lori Wilson Park (Cocoa Beach), where we'll learn about how caring for our marine environments relates to our faith! For details on this special opportunity and to sign up visit st.lukes.org/creationcare.

Over the weekend, 50 women gathered for the Joyful Journey Women's Retreat, presented by St. Luke’s United Women in Faith, which addressed many spiritual and physical aspects vital to women of all ages! Pastor Melissa, along with two extraordinary speakers, covered topics that challenged them to reflect on their unique journey as Christian women, and how to sustain their journey with healthy living tips while finding joy, along with inspiring ways to offer love and hospitality to others. They enjoyed fellowship, lunch, and chair yoga, and ended their time together with a meaningful Communion service conducted by Pastor Melissa, tying together how we sustain ourselves while connecting with others through the Eucharist.

Help St. Luke’s create Kingdom moments and Thrive in 2025 by sharing your Estimate of Giving! With your faithful support, we will continue to be the church who actively serves as the hands and feet of Christ in the world. Visit st.lukes.org/stewardship to learn more and submit your Estimate of Giving online by March 2. *You can pick up a printed Estimate of Giving card on campus during worship or in the front office during regular operating hours!*

Reflect and mark the beginning of Lent with Ash Wednesday worship at St. Luke’s on March 5 at 7 p.m. 💜 Join us on campus in the Sanctuary or watch the service live on our YouTube channel. Invite a friend to go on the journey into the wilderness with you, and let’s worship together. For ways to get involved and dive deeper in the Lenten season with us, visit st.lukes.org/lent.

🎙️ New episode of "Your Week with St. Luke's" is available now wherever you listen to podcasts! This week, Rev. Dr. Brett Opalinski reflects on the commitment of being a witness for Christ. He explains that discipleship goes beyond belief—it's about embodying Jesus' love and teachings in everyday life. Listen and consider how your life can reflect God's love and grace, showing that being a witness is not just about words but actions. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts 💬 For more episodes and discussion questions: st.lukes.org/podcast

St. Luke’s is seeking a part-time Marketing Intern with a passion for creative storytelling! This is a hands-on opportunity to build skills in digital content, social media, and communications while making a meaningful impact. Learn more at st.lukes.org/jobs.