en http://www.stlukepres.org © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54&article_id=86 Read The St. Luke View newsletter online. November 2009 (Revised) Click Here December 2009 Click Here February 2010 Click Here March/April 2010 Click Here The View is a PDF file and you may need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader to view if you do not already have this program on your computer. For a free download follow this link: Adobe Acrobat The VIEW has GONE GREEN! The View is now emailed out to you for faster delivery and to save our natural resources. If you generally do not have access to the website you can still receive a paper View by picking one up in the narthex, or by contacting the church office at 415-454-2705, or by emailing the office at office@stlukepres.org. Sun, 7 Mar 2010 16:55:51 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=87 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=87&article_id=203 The Deacon's focus in March and April is LITA - Love Is The Answer. LITA is working to improve the quality of life of lonely and isolated elderly persons living in care facilities by connecting volunteers to visit one on one with a LITA client for a minimum of 30 minutes per week. Approximately 40% of the volunteers include their own special pet in their visits; LITA clients who have had pets welcome the opportunity to bond with another pet. LITA also coordinates a gift drive during the holiday season. LITA was founded in 1975 by Mae Wygant. Mae had been volunteering at a nursing home in Novato and became aware of the deep loneliness and sense of isolation felt by many of the residents. She began to recruit friends and fellow church members to volunteer their time to visit residents one-on-one. Today, LITA's volunteers visit residents at skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, retirement residences and board and care facilities. Consider giving a donation to this cause by using the GREEN Deacons envelope during offering. Sun, 7 Mar 2010 16:54:38 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=187 During the next forty days (excluding Sundays) we move through the Season of Lent. The next six weeks create an opportunity to slow down, to pause and to listen to the voice of the One who has called each of us by name. Lent is an intentional time when God's Spirit calls us to pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Lent has been called the springtime of the church. In fact, Lent comes from old English, "lencten," meaning to lengthen - reminding us that daylight expands as we move from Winter to Spring. As the days lengthen, we are asked to reflect on our lives as we move from gestation to birth, from searching to discovery, from wilderness to wilds, from wasteland to abundance. You are invited to join us for worship Sunday at 10AM: March 7th: Mariners Sunday, an ecumenical worship inviting members/friends from Bay Area yacht clubs. Music is provided by the Sons of the Sea from the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco. March 14th: Communion Sunday March 21st: Guitar Sunday March 28th: Palm Sunday April 4th: REVISED Easter Service, one service will be held at 10:00am - a children's Easter Egg hunt will be held after the service. Sun, 7 Mar 2010 16:53:25 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=211 St. Luke's Prayer Blankets/Shawls has been a great new ministry to those who are ill or undergoing medical treatment. Eighteen were given out last year and the ‘thank you's' received from the recipients have been so appreciative. Thank you to these lovely ladies who have been knitting up a storm: Tonya Church, Marilyn Mulder, Carol Mayer, Jan Smith, Mary Beth Spiker, Mary Dill, Holly Kuhlman Katie Woolard, and Jean McKechnie - apologies if we have missed a name or two! Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:17:28 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=210 St. Luke welcomed these new members in December and January: George and Samanta Tuttle David and Diane Connor Susan Burnett Joanne Dunn Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:37:33 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=206 Our New Orleans Trip is March 14-20. St. Luke will be well represented by Rev. Dan, Susie Burnett, Samantha Tuttle, and Tom and Max Painter. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:37:33 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=191 The Deacons are rolling out the St. Luke Food Barrel each Sunday morning to remind you that is is in need of your non-perishable food items. Drop off your: canned fruits, vegetables, and meats, dried fruits and nuts, bottled and canned juices, dried pasta, canned or bottled pasta sauces, macaroni and cheese or other boxed pasta meals, peanut butter and jelly, chili and soups, etc. We fill it, Marin Community Food Bank picks it up and redistributes the food to those whose cupboards are bare. For more information on items you can donate or other ways to help, go to the Marin Community Food Bank website at www.marinfoodbank.org . Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:37:33 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=15 The Elders of St. Luke Presbyterian Church are a group of twelve members nominated and elected by the church membership. Their duties are to exercise leadership, government and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of St. Luke Presbyterian Church as well as the church at large, including ecumenical relationships. They serve faithfully as members of the session. Click on the name to see your Elder. Call the Church Office at 454-2705 if you need to get in touch with any of our Elders. Clerk of the Session, Jan Smith Finance Committee Chair/Treasurer, Tonya Church Music & Worship Committee Chair, Lynn Callender Mission Committee Chair, Brian Mayo Christian Education Committee Chair Building & Grounds Committee Chair, Frank Woolard Fellowship & Outreach Committee Chair, Laura Hislop Personnel Committee Chair, Dennis Rolstad Buildings & Grounds Committee, Wayne Dickinson Fellowship & Outreach Committee, Cal Cunningham Nominating Committee, Lavon Reaber Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:32:37 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=16 The following groups use our facilities at St. Luke: FA - Tues. 8-9:30am, Wed. 7-8:30pm, http://www.foodaddicts.org/index.htmlAA - Tues. 7-8:30pm Keyboard Kids Piano (contact Sue Ellen Scheppke at 381-5948) Wednesday at 3:30pmComedy Traffic School - Every other Saturday (subject to change)Marin Knitters - Second Saturday of each month (contact Leona 453-1430), http://www.craftland.com/mkg/Marin Sangha (Spirit Rock Meditation) Sun. 7-8:00pm Cub Scouts - Second and fourth Monday, 3:30-5:00pm and third Thursday 6:30pm, http://www.boyscouts-marin.org/ Boy Scouts - Second and fourth Monday, 7:30-9:00pm, http://www.boyscouts-marin.org/Girl Scouts - Wed. 3:30pm / Daisy Scouts - Tuesdays 3:15pm / Brownies- Wed. 2:15pm http://www.girlscoutsbayarea.org/Join/Membership/Marin_County.html San Rafael Mission Belles Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. (mother-daughter philanthropic organization) - Third Monday night at 6:30, http://www.nclsrmb.org St. Luke Women's Events Women's Association - First Thursday of each month 12-2pm Women's Bridge and Luncheon - third Monday and fourth Tuesday of each month 10:00am-2:00pm Other Christian Programs Korean Presbyterian Church, Fri. 8-10:00pm, Sat. 6-8:00am, Sun. 12:30-5:00pmCursillo - our St. Luke contacts are Hamp and Gwen Mauvais, 415-456-0586For cursillistas, go to: http://www.marincursillo.org/For more information about becoming a cursillista, click here. Westminster Woods, Presbyterian camp owned by the Presbytery of the Redwoods, http://www.westminsterwoods.org/ Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:34:41 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=13 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=13&article_id=8 Listen to previously archived sermons here. Audio files begin at the scripture reading followed by the sermon. Click on the link to download/open the file - downloading may take 2-10 minutes depending on the speed of your computer/connection. Sorry - we are still working on this section! Tue, 9 Feb 2010 09:39:45 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21&article_id=144 The Deacons of St. Luke Presbyterian Church are a group of twelve members nominated and elected by the church membership. Our duties are to minister to those who are in need, to the sick, to the friendless, and to any who may be in distress both within and beyond the community of faith. Our Deacons Fund donations (donations collected from the green offering envelopes located in the pews) are used to support various community organizations ministering to those in need. Check out our new collection of greeting cards in the narthex. These un-used cards are available for your use to send to members and friends who are in need of cheer. One of our St. Luke Visitation Team members can deliver your card during their visitation. Have un-used cards you would like to donate? Contact Carolee Mech at 455-9384. Attention all knitters! We are looking for knitters to make prayer shawls that we can pass along to those who are sick in the hospital or at home, and who may like a little extra warmth. Please contact Tonya Church for information on how you can participate. Your St. Luke Deacons (Click on the name to see your Deacon): Carolee Mech, Moderator/Escrip Kathie Woolard, Finance Les Church, Visitation Team Jean McKechnie, Recording Secretary Durbin Downey Jean Davis, Marin Food Bank Marites Lee Nadine Carne, Care and Concern Marilyn Linscott, Blood Drive Wendy Quek Ada Endress Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:49:09 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=143 Rev. Daniel Christian, Pastor (415) 454-2705 ext. 11 email: revdan@stlukepres.org Rebecca Viebrock, Music Director/Organist (415) 897-6753 Gwen Mauvais, Wedding/Facilities Coordinator (415) 456-0586 Joanne Trifoso, Office Admin (415) 454-2705 ext. 10 email: office@stlukepres.org Bertha Zuniga, Custodian (415) 454-2705 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:43:52 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19&article_id=208 St. Luke is pleased to have Bertha on our staff - she keeps our facilities in tip top shape! Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:40:15 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=185 Psalm 126:2 (New International Version) "Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them." Dan has been pastor of St. Luke since May of 2009. Prior to coming to St. Luke he served a congregation as Director of Christian Education and Church Growth in Bethesda MD. His pastoral vision and congregational leadership style understands that these are challenging and unique times for the church, and for all related to the church. When we face great challenges, more than ever, God needs persons of faith to keep witnessing to God's love, forgiveness and grace. Dan is inspired by people of faith living Jesus' teachings of love for God and neighbor in our community. While ministering in Bethesda, he created a youth television show on teen faith. He also created a weekly Bible study that met at a local Pub and was affectionately called, "Jesus On Tap". Dan's preaching, worship and leadership is shaped by a belief in God's grace that compels us to love our neighbors, even if it means that we are taken out of our comfort zone. This is what he calls, the "integration of Spirit and service". Prior to ministry, Dan was a college teacher in film and media. In 2001, he was called to combine pastoral ministry with teaching and new media. He graduated from San Francisco Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity in 2004. He is married to his wonderful wife Laura Marquez Christian. They have a daughter Tessa and two dogs. They are talking about getting a cat. When Dan is not at church he is likely to be bicycling, hiking or walking the dogs. He and Laura love being new parents. Check out Rev. Dan's Ordination: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaXqToq5k5A Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:18:25 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=86 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=86&article_id=140 If you need help finding out who is in charge -- ask our Office Administrator, Joanne Trifoso. She is in the office Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 1pm. Contact her at 415-454-2705 or at office@stlukepres.org Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:29:25 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=94 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=94&article_id=207 On January 24, 2010, the 2009 Annual Report was presented at the Annual Congregational Meeting. Click here to view this report 2009 Annual Report. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:27:12 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=13 For fee information on other types of events, please call Gwen Mauvais,(415) 456-0586Sanctuary Seats 200 (cushioned pews) Angled pews for easier view Two, seven candle candelabras Manual Rennaissance Allen organ Kurzoeil Mark 10 piano keyboardBayview Room (10) round 5 foot tables (can seat 8-10) (6) 8 foot tables;. (10) 6 foot tables, (10) card tables 125 cushioned chairs Two speaker's podiums, one with microphone Room divider Two handicapped bathrooms Access to lawn and balcony with bay views Optional: Walkway can be enclosed for additional space (additional cost)Kitchen Several usable countertops, with a large center work island Two stoves with four gas burners on each (total of eight burners) Two ovens with room for full sheet pans Two dishwashers Two sinksSt. Luke Presbyterian Church Fees Fees & Deposits A deposit of $200 is required (non-refundable within 60 days) to reserve your date. The balance is due 10 days prior to the event. Rentals are available hourly to daily. Contact our Facilities Coordinator, Gwen Mauvais at 415-456-0586, for fees and available dates. The rental includes the use of our tables and chairs, set-up of tables and chairs, and event coordinator. Please see details below for Wedding and Reception information. Sanctuary Wedding: $2500.00* Includes: Wedding Coordinator 3 hour consultation (includes 2 hour Rehearsal) Use of Sanctuary for 4 hours and two seven tier candelabras Professional organist on Allen organ Use of Bride's and Groom's rooms Custodian Fee (set-up & breakdown) Minister, optional, with 3 pre-marital counseling sessions (add $500) Outdoor Wedding: $2500.00* Includes: Wedding Coordinator 3 hour consultation (includes 2 hr Rehearsal & 4 hr Ceremony) Use of Bride's and Groom's room Professional musician Outdoor sound system Custodian Fee (set-up & breakdown) Minister, optional, with 3 pre-marital counseling sessions (add $500) Bayview Room for Reception: $2500.00* Includes: 8 hours use of Social Hall, Terrace and Lawn Kitchen for staging and reheating Dance floor Event Coordinator Custodian Fee (set-up & breakdown) Additional time will be billed @ $100/hr with preferrred caterer, $150 w/o preferred caterer. * Wedding and Reception as a Total Package at $4500. *Reservation Deposit: $1000.00 each ($250 non-refundable within 90 days) $2000.00 for both ($500 non-refundable within 90 days) **Religious furniture and symbols shall not be removed from Sanctuary or NarthexFor fee information on other types of events, please call Gwen Mauvais, (415) 456-0586 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:24:30 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=188 Our regular Sunday school program is back after the summer break! The children will be reading and learning about the first half ( Chapters 1-6) of the Book of Daniel. Daniel was chosen for it's exciting story of King Nebuchadnezzar and it's vivid images. We have used Utube for visuals to supplement and reinforce the reading. Kids start by attending the regular morning worship at 10am and then are dismissed for Sunday school. Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:11:13 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=12 Celebrate your most memorable day at our spectacular setting. We are located on a hill above the Loch Lomond Yacht Harbor in east San Rafael. We have wonderful views of San Francisco Bay, Richmond/San Rafael Bridge, Bay Bridge, and Mt. Tamalpais. Our beautiful sanctuary holds 200 comfortably with cushioned pews. It is light and airy, surrounded by colored glass panes. The lawn and Bayview room balcony overlook the bay and are tailored for outdoor weddings or other events. The Bayview Room seats 125, but has a capacity for 200. A large balcony leads outside with an amazing view of the bay. The church is easy to find and has a large capacity parking lot. Your special day can be easily created with our special all inclusive Wedding Package. For additional information on weddings and other types of events, please call Gwen Mauvais, (415) 456-0586. [See our Profile and Virtual Tour in Here Comes the Guide] http://www.circlepix.com/home/GEQ9BG [View Wedding Photo Album] [View Facility Details] [Schedule a Tour] Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:44:07 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=83 St. Luke Presbyterian Church is in a beautiful setting overlooking the Bay. It's perfect for your wedding, reception, and other events. For more information on how we can host your event see our facility section. Getting married? Please take a look at our profile on Here Comes the Guide. Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:16:35 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=2 [Our Mission Statement] [Our History & Values] [Meet Our Staff] [Our Elders] [Our Deacons] Welcome to St. Luke Presbyterian Church! We are people from all walks of life, backgrounds, philosophies, careers, and experience who come together to love and worship God, and love one another as authentically and unconditionally as we are able. We see God's love and purpose for humanity revealed in and through Jesus Christ and try to follow his Way and experience his Grace. We love to worship and are committed to presenting both classic and new forms of music in our worship. We don't believe in being too predictable and like to try new things in worship. We welcome participation in our services by all those interested. We care about the community and the world and strive to do what we can to let God's light and love shine from us. We look for ways to serve and help and are always up for a challenge. We like each other and fellowship around food and fun whenever we have the chance. We promote opportunities of fun and faith for our families, kids and youth. We are your neighborhood church but there's nothing typical about us. Come discover why St. Luke has long been characterized as ‘the friendly church on the hill'! Tue, 2 Jun 2009 19:40:00 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=43 What is eScrip? eScrip is a hassle-free way for groups that support children's programs to raise funds through everyday purchases made at eScrip merchants.How does is work? eScrip and merchant partners have created a system that rewards customer loyalty by contributing a percentage of purchases to your chosen group. Parents, friends and families are encouraged to register their credit, debit and grocery club cards as supporters with the eScrip program. Upon receipt of registration, a percentage of all purchases made at eScrip merchants will be given back to the designated school or group.Simple Registration:Click HERE.Designate Saint Luke Presbyterian, ID # 4771624 to receive contributions.Register your grocery club card from a participating merchant and your debit/credit cards. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 19:39:35 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=4 St. Luke Presbyterian Church, welcomes all who are seeking a life giving connection to God and community. If you do not have a church home, we invite you to make your home with us. Learn more about our Sunday worship here. Go to our Events Page to find out what is happening at St. Luke - the friendly church on the hill! Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:56:59 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=82 St. Luke Presbyterian Church, The Friendly Church on the Hill, welcomes all who seek faith and community. If you do not have a church home, we invite you to make your home with us. We warmly welcome you to our Church Family! Sunday morning worship begins at 10:00am (check for special worship services and times). We provide a friendly yet relevant atmosphere. Come early to listen to beautiful, inspirational music to prepare you for worship. Music is provided by our Music Director/Organist and St. Luke Choir. We also have an acoustic guitar worship team who lead us in worship once every month. Following worship we invite you to stay for refreshments and fellowship. Nursery care and preschool are available (please check with an usher or greeter prior to the worship service). Kindergarten and older children remain in the worship service until they are dismissed for Church School activities. Communion is celebrated the 1st Sunday of each month. Please visit the other sections of our website to learn more about our programs and activities. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:42:59 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44&article_id=52 To read today's Revised Common Lectionary Scripture readings click here. The lectionary is designed to lead you through most of the Bible in a three year cycle. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:17:47 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=149 Have a song in your heart? The St. Luke Choir meets for practice on Thursday evenings and they would love for you to join them. For details contact the church office at (415) 454-2705. Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:10:07 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=46 Becky is an immensely talented minister of music who ensures that the congregants of St. Luke are able to draw close to God in worship each week through the gift of music. If you are interested in sharing your musical talents with St. Luke please contact Becky through the church office at 415-454-2705 or office@stlukepres.org. Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:08:14 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=88 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=88&article_id=148 Click here to view our Mission Vision Study originally commissioned in 2004 and updated in the summer of 2008. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:33:50 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=17 St. Luke's mission is extensive...We support the Presbyterian Church's mission and participate in the One Great Hour of Sharing, the Peace Offering and the Christmas Joy Offering. We completed a three-phase commitment to sponsor an African Village in Pigu, Ghana. We worked with the World Vision Organization to provide a fresh water well, a school, and a health clinic. Our families provide meals to Mill Street Center, a local shelter, on the 1st Monday of each month. Mill Street Center provides one-night stays (and longer) for single men and women, 18 years old or older. On-site services include: hot meals, laundry, counseling for jobs, housing, and benefits. Call for bed availability at 11:30am daily or at 8pm for cancellations. Coordinated by Homeward Bound of Marin, Mill Street Center is located at 190 Mill Street, San Rafael, CA 94901, and can be reached at 415-457-9651.Our Deacons sponsor a child through Compassion International in Africa. Her name is Nosuvuko Lekiton Mollel, born 3/2/1991. Our monthly sponsorship pays for food, clothing, school, and healthcare. Nosuvuko lives is Tanazania in the hills of Monduli, home to approximately 145,000 residents. Typical houses are constructed of dirt floors, mud walls and thatch roofs. The primary ethnic group is Maasai and the most commonly spoken languages are Maasai and Swahili. The regional diet consists of maize, beef and beans. Common health problems in this area include tuberculosis, skin diseases and eye disorders. Most adults in Monduli are unemployed but some work as subsistence farmers and earn the equivalent of $5 per month. This community needs proper sanitation, schools and employment opportunities. Sponsorship allows the staff of FPCT Monduli Student Center to provide Bible teaching, medical exams, hygiene education, recreational activities, uniforms and scholastic materials. The center staff will also provide opportunities for project involvement for the parents or guardians of your sponsored child. The Deacons sponsor Blood Drives 3 times per year through Blood Centers of the Pacific. We are a part of the local Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Girls Scout family. They meet regularly at our church facility. ST LUKE DEACONS The Deacons' fund supports a variety of local organizations with donations that are used to aid the distressed and afflicted within our community. The following have been supported: Homeward Bound of Marin, Marin Interfaith Homeless Chaplaincy, Meals of Marin, In Spirit, Marin Abused Womens Service, Adopt a Family of Marin, St. Vincent Kitchen, Canal Community Alliance, Marin Brain Injury Network, Glenwood School PTA Meals for Thanksgiving, and other charitable organizations. We have also donated funds to help individuals within our church community who need a hand. The Deacons also collect food for the Marin Food Bank. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:40:24 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45&article_id=53 We are members of the Presbytery of the Redwoods, our local governing body. To learn more about our presbytery visit the web site by clicking Presbytery of the Redwoods Mon, 8 Sep 2008 16:09:37 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37&article_id=45 As a result of a Mission Study completed in July 2004, and updated in 2008, St. Luke Presbyterian Church approved the following Mission Statement: The Mission of St. Luke Presbyterian Church is to come together as a people to obey and follow the will of God and the teachings of Jesus Christ and to provide meaningful worship through effective communication of God's Word. To Fulfill our mission we:Welcome and Encourage AllTeach and Study the BibleCelebrate and Praise the Glory of God and Worship Pray Thankfully for:God's BlessingsForgiveness of our SinsSupport of our Community and Global Needs Give of Ourselves in Service to Perform God's WorkEnjoy each other in Fellowship Mon, 8 Sep 2008 12:19:26 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=14 INCEPTION St. Luke Presbyterian Church began organizing in the fall of 1960. Directed by the Presbytery of the Redwoods, the effort was led by an initial nine families who had a vision for a new church to serve the people in "eastern" San Rafael with a focus on worship for the whole family, with children's programs that were sadly lacking in the local faith community. With dedication and strength during what all discovered was the long and arduous task of establishing a new church, a blessed breakthrough came when the young Church was offered and acquired its current beautiful site overlooking the Bay in June, 1961. Donald Powers Smith, a renowned church architect was commissioned to develop a site plan. In September, 1963, the Reverend Henry Kent was invited to become the congregation's supply pastor to lead the initial ninety members of the St. Luke community. Services were held in a cottage on the property, with Sunday school classes held in a tent nearby pending the construction of a permanent worship place. The sanctuary was opened October 10, 1965 with a service of dedication to the honor of God's most Holy Name. The litany from that day sets forth the faith of the congregation: WE DEDICATE THIS HOUSE: For the Worship of Thy Holy Name, For the ministry of the Word, For the administration of the Sacraments, For comfort to those who mourn, For help to those who are tempted, For strength to those who are weak, For the sanctification of the family, For the guidance of childhood, For the summoning of youth to a life of service, For sympathy and fellowship with the needy, For brotherhood with all men, For the unity of all believers in Christ, For fostering civic righteousness, For aggression against evil, For promotion of peace and justice on earth. FOUNDING VALUES With these lofty ideals, St. Luke was off to a rousing start. The founders' initial vision was a reality, as St. Luke had an active children's and youth ministry, and teaching the Word to young people was an important part of the Church's mission, particularly since the local area was full of young families. Dedicated members showed their faith by creating beautiful seasonal banners which still adorn our church. The music program was strong, with adult and children's choirs, and an active bell choir. An involved women's association was an active spiritual and financial force, and St. Luke began a tradition of involvement in both local and foreign mission projects. Perhaps most important were the sustaining values of St. Luke: a place all may feel welcome (hence the motto "the friendly church on the hill"), an acceptance of a diversity of opinion, and a more traditional worship setting which members felt best assisted their individual spiritual growth. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 11:58:04 MST http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17 http://www.stlukepres.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17&article_id=20 For more information on how you can host an event at St. Luke Presbyterian Church, please contact: Gwen Mauvais, Wedding/Facilities Coordinator (415) 456-0586 Sun, 7 Sep 2008 19:18:37 MST