What to Expect

WELCOME!

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Worship

St. Luke’s has two very different worship services. At 8:30 we have a traditional service where we sing hymns, have traditional liturgy such as prayers of confession and creeds that we all read together, and follow a traditional order of worship. Music will be piano or organ, and we have a chancel choir, a bell choir, and special music in the summer. At 11:00 we have a contemporary service. We sing music you’ll hear on contemporary Christian radio stations (such as Joy FM, 99.1), there are rarely things the congregation reads together, and the music is led by our praise band.

The Message

Pastor David shares the same message at both services. Using Scripture as his primary source, he brings a message that applies God’s Word to our lives in clear, practical ways. He draws on life experience, and the culture we live in, to make what he shares relevant to the lives we lead every day.

People

At St. Luke’s you’ll be worshiping with ordinary people like you. Some have been members here a long time. Others have just found their way here and are exploring this thing called church, and the relationship God wants to have with us. Every person here, including you, is important, and valued. You’ll like some of us more than others, you’ll learn more from some than others, but we’re all on a journey, seeking to grow closer to the God who came so close to us, and we’re happy to share that journey with you.

Kids

We want kids to feel welcome at St. Luke’s. In both services Pastor David has a time to talk to the kids at their level. We have Children’s Church for ages 4 through 2nd grade during the 11 o’clock service (the kids leave after the Children’s Chat and go to a room off the dining room in the lower level), but kids are also welcome to stay in the sanctuary and worship with their families. There are activity totes in the church entry to keep kids busy in the pew. There is also a church nursery for infants and toddlers who would rather move around than stay in worship. Everyone who works with our children are Safe Sanctuary certified.

Sunday School

At 10:00 we have Sunday School opportunities for all ages. Check out each class and find the one that clicks with you. We’re on a journey together, and Sunday School is a great way to grow closer to God while connecting with others in the church.

Dress

Don’t worry too much about what you’re going to wear to church. Some people dress in their “Sunday Best.” Some dress very casually. Some are in between. Nobody is going to tell you that you are wearing the wrong thing, no matter how you’re dressed. We’re just happy to have you here.