The monthly "St. Luke's Celebrates" newsletter

helps St. Lukers connect to one another

as we navigate life together. 

We wish a very Happy Birthday to all our St. Lukers!

Join us in celebrating everyone who has a birthday this month.

St. Luke’s welcomed three new baptized members to our church family during October (see their precious photos below)! Please surround these newest members and their families with love, support, prayers, and care.

Welcome to our St. Luke’s family!

Oliver Michael Ream

Oliver is the son of Hayley Ream and Justin Thompson. He was baptized on October 15.

Hannah Josephine Petty

Hannah is the daughter of Saira and Jeremy Petty. She has two sisters, Audrey and Evie. She was baptized on October 15.

William Ford St. Laurent

William is the son of Heidi and Alexander St. Laurent and younger brother to Christian. His grandparents are Michelle and John Thedford. William was baptized on October 21.

We appreciate the faithful commitment St. Lukers make to the church's ministries.

Join us in celebrating everyone who has a church Partnership anniversary this month.

Cathleen Griffith and Andrew Viscovich were married on October 20. Pastor Jad officiated the wedding.

Cathleen is a long-time St. Luker. Her parents are Keith and Sally Griffith  who are also long-time St. Lukers. Congratulations!

Kathleen Orr passed away peacefully on August 26 at home at the age of 67.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and loved being a great host to everyone. Her favorite place in Florida was Clearwater Beach, where she enjoyed watching the sunset.

A celebration of Kathleen’s life was held on Saturday, October 7. Please keep her husband Bill, daughters Melissa and Rebecca, along with extended family in your prayers.

St. Luker Juanita Jeanne Arnold passed away on September 7 at the age of 97. Jeanne had been a member of St. Luke's since 2010.

She enjoyed spending time with family and caring for her beloved cats. Please lift up prayers for her family.

St. Luker Charles (Chuck) Rohe passed away peacefully on October 3 at the age of 92.

Chuck was a member of St. Luke’s since 1990. He had a true passion for volunteering. He served with Shepherd’s Hope and volunteered as an usher at the 9:30 a.m. Traditional worship service, and at all holiday services. Chuck also loved writing holiday greeting cards for the congregation.

He is survived by his wife Dana, daughter Connie, son Mason-wife Rebeca Ann, daughter-in-law Cathy; grandchildren: Mackenzie, Rian, Caroline, and Katie Beth.

A private service was held for family and close friends on October 16 at Woodlawn Funeral Home. Click here to read Chuck’s full obituary and the incredible impact he had on Florida Citrus Sports and our community.

Please keep his wife Dana and their extended family in your prayers.

Long-time St. Luker Peter Vrionides passed away on October 17 at the age of 76. Peter is the husband of Anita Vrionides.

A private memorial service will be held for immediate family on Saturday, November 18 followed by a reception in the Youth Center from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. for friends and family to celebrate his life. In honor of Peter, the family asks that guests wear purple, Peter's favorite color.

Memorial gifts may be made in Peter's name to Orlando Health Foundation. Enter "The entire Head and Neck Cancer Team" for "caring for Peter Vrionides the past 12 years" in the description drop-down boxes.

St. Luker William (Bill) Fleming passed away on October 25. He was 94 years old.

Bill is the father of St. Luker Mary Ann Aguerrevere. He served as a faithful usher at the 11:00 a.m. Traditional worship service for many years greeting all with a big smile.

A celebration of Bill’s life will take place on Sunday, November 12 at 3:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Please keep Mary Ann and Bill’s extended family in your prayers during this time.

Making Magic Happen

Women on a mission, that’s exactly what St. Luke’s UWIF (United Women In Faith) is all about. This group of women, with some help from the St. Luke’s men, is an extremely active group on campus raising funds for global, national, state, and local missions.

The Rummage Sale, The Ladies’ Tea, and the Holiday Marketplace bring in an income to support individuals and groups needing assistance. Organizations such as ZOE Empowers, Coalition for the Homeless, Sleep in Heavenly Peace, United Against Poverty, and Eight Waves Dream Center are recipients of their graceful giving, This past year they distributed more than $60,000 to many different groups!

It’s women helping women/children and families. The ladies of various religious faiths come together and they MAKE the MAGIC HAPPEN.

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