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Worship
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worship of God is central to the life of St. Luke’s. Using our rich Anglican
tradition, we come together to celebrate who God is to us in Jesus Christ and
enjoy his loving, comforting, affirming and guiding presence. Then we leave to
serve Christ in the world every day.
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The
Liturgy of the Holy Eucharist guides us in our worship of God and prepares us
for a week of thanksgiving and service. The first portion of the service is
known as “The Liturgy of the Word” and includes the reading of Scripture, a
sermon, The Nicene Creed and prayers. “The Liturgy of the Table” involves the
celebrating our life in Jesus Christ through the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Everyone is encouraged to participate whether a member or visitor.
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Members are also encouraged to have a daily spiritual discipline of
thanksgiving, scripture and prayer. Our Anglican tradition provides the
wonderful discipline of Morning Prayer which can be experienced privately or
each weekday morning in the Chapel at 8:45. Liturgies are also available in the
Book of Common Prayer for Noonday Prayers, Evening Prayer and Compline
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Holy Eucharist (Communion) |
| Sunday |
8:00 a.m., Rite I (traditional language) |
| Sunday |
10:30 a.m., Rite II (contemporary language with music) |
| Monday |
5:30 p.m., Rite I (traditional language) |
| Thursday |
Noon, Rite II In the chapel with
emphasis on healing.
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Prayer |
| Weekdays |
8:45 a.m., Morning Prayer, In the Chapel |
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Children’s Chapel and Children's Homily
– Megan Burnett, Children’s Ministries
Children participate in the 10:30 liturgy through the Children’s Homily,
which is provided by one of the clergy. Then the children go to Rodgers
Hall which is the room just beyond the Narthex. There the children
experience and respond to a specially tailored proclamation of God’s
Word on their level. During the Peace, the children return to the church
as we continue with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Children’s
Chapel is for children four years old through the fifth grade. Children
are always welcome to spend the entire time with their parents in the
worship service if that is their choice.
Acolytes
– Bob and Melinda Wesneski, Acolyte Masters
The acolyte ministry of our youth is a vital part of our worship
experience. They serve as crucifers, torchbearers, banner-bearers,
servers, and thurifers. We are proud of their leadership role in
worship. Acolytes begin at the age of twelve and go through training and
various levels of service. They serve in the 10:30a.m. service on
Sundays and special feast days and celebrations throughout the year.
Adults also serve in this role as needed in other services. |
Altar Guild – Becky Liehr, Directoress
The women of the St. Ursula’s Altar Guild prepare the Altar for all of
the celebrations of Holy Eucharist. This involves the linens, hangings,
candles, vessels, wine, bread and other details that support our
celebrations. Special teams from the guild also assist at weddings and
funerals. A different team is responsible for the services each week
which also meets to maintain everything used in worship. Training is an
ongoing process for this dedicated group of volunteers.
Layreaders and Chalice Bearers – Jim Grillot, Coordinator
These are laypersons who are selected and trained by the Rector and
licensed by the Bishop to lead in worship services. Layreaders serve as
Lectors by reading the scriptures and as Intercessors by leading in the
prayers. In some services they also serve as acolytes by carrying the
cross and assisting at the Altar.
Ushers and Greeters – Steve Clark, Coordinator
These laypersons welcome people to the worship service, especially
visitors, and provide information about the church and service leaflets
for the liturgy. The ushers are also responsible for the lighting, sound
and receiving the offering. They are also available in the event of an
emergency during the service. |
