Hey Church Family,
Welcome to another week filled with blessings and opportunities to grow in faith and fellowship! As we gather together, united in spirit and purpose, we're excited to share the latest news and updates with you. From upcoming events to meaningful reflections, our weekly announcements serve as a beacon of guidance and connection in our journey of faith. Join us as we embark on this enriching adventure together!
In faith and community,
Your Social Media Team
St. Luke Christian Church
www.stlukecchsv.org
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From the desk of Pastor T.C Johnson
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Speaker: Pastor T.C. Johnson
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Topic: "Christian Characteristic"
Galatian 5:16-26
Scripture Reading
16 So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves.
17 The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other, so you are not free to carry out your good intentions.
18 But when you are directed by the Spirit, you are not under obligation to the law of Moses.
19 When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures,
20 idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division,
21 envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God.
22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
23 gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!
24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there.
25 Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.
26 Let us not become conceited, or provoke one another, or be jealous of one another.
From the desk of Pastor T.C. Johnson
We live in the western world where Christianity has struggled at best, and in many ways failed to live up to the Christian character that is expected by Jesus Christ. John’s gospel reveals that Jesus Christ is the word of God made, or in flesh. A Christian is one who learns of Christ and obeys by putting His teachings in practice. The negative behavior, conduct, and attitude of those who claim to be Christians may be one of the reasons some people criticize and reject Christianity and the Church. The message informs believers that Christianity is more than a claim but rather a way of life that can be observed by the way believers conduct their lives.
The way one lives, the behavior, conduct, and attitude will provide the evidence that shows that a claimant is either guilty or not guilty of being a Christian. When Paul asked for a letter of permission Acts 9:2, he said that if he found anyone of this way (claiming and acting like Christ) he would bind them. The question to each of us is, if Christianity was a crime would our living provide evidence that would make us GUILTY as charged. Jesus makes it plain in the gospel by saying you shall know the tree by the fruit that it bears.
Be blessed,
Pastor T.C. Johnson
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June is PTSD Awareness Month
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June is National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month, and is intended to raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD, reduce the stigma associated with PTSD, and help ensure that those suffering from the invisible wounds of war receive proper treatment.
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Summer Recess: No In-Person Bible Study
June 1st - August 1st
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Just a friendly heads-up that we're currently on our summer recess, which means we won't be holding in-person Bible study from June 1st through August 1st.
We encourage everyone to use this time to refresh and enjoy the summer season. While we won't be meeting in person, please stay tuned to our website, newsletter, and mobile app for all the latest updates and resources.
We're looking forward to seeing you all back for our regular in-person Bible studies and services beginning the first week of August!
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Our Community Fest Fun Day has been combined with our Back-to-school celebration. Join us for a MARVEL-ous Fun Day on Saturday, July 26th for a "Fantastic Four"-hours!
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Future Leaders Training - Session #2
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Session #2 of the Future Leader Training will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 8:30am-4:30pm. An email has been sent with additional information. Please review this email ahead of this session.
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Youth Day 2025 - Theme: "You also are my witness"
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Join the youth of St. Luke at they celebrate Youth Day 2025 on Sunday, June 28, 2025. The theme for this year is "You also are my witness - John 15:27. The attire is youth day t-shirts and denim bottoms.
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Mayor's Youth Advisory Council
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Church family! We have an exciting opportunity for our high school students. The Mayor's Youth Advisory Council is a new program designed to empower young people to shape our city's future. If you're a high school student living in Huntsville and are interested in leadership and civic engagement, we encourage you to apply. Applications are due by Friday, July 18th, at 10 p.m. You can find more information on the city's website.
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2025 St. Luke Women's Ministry Trip
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Hey family! The St. Luke Women’s Ministry has planned a trip to The Ark Experience which features a full-size Noah’s Ark built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide and 51 feet high. The trip is scheduled for Friday, July 11th – Sunday, July 13th and is open to all the women of St. Luke. The cost is $250 person and the price includes t-shirt, ticket to the experience and lodging. If you would like to attend this trip, they will be collecting money immediately following service for the next four weeks. If you have any questions, please reach out to sister Marie Troupe or Sister Sheila Carter.
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Join the St. Luke Media Team
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Hey family! We are actively looking to grow our media team and need your support. If you have any experience with audio engineering, social media management, photography, videography or have an interest in developing your skills in any of these areas, please contact the social media team at socialmedia@stlukecchsv.org or see Brother Bradley Davis for more information.
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St. Luke Scholarship Portal
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Please follow the links below to find additional information regarding requirements, deadlines, etc. necessary to apply. Many scholarship deadlines are fast approaching so please have your students apply soon to secure their financial support.
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Current Scholarship Opportunities
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We kindly request that you remember and include in your prayers those individuals who are part of our SLCC family. Life can sometimes present us with unexpected challenges and it is during these times that our thoughts and prayers can provide comfort and strength. So, please take a moment to send positive thoughts and pray for our SLCC family members.
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Happy Birthday June Babies!
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Happy Anniversary June Couples
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2025 Children's Church Schedule
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Church Nursey Volunteers Needed!
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We are seeking assistance in the church nursery. If you have a love for children and want to volunteer your time in this ministry, please stop by the nursey and speak with Sister Monica Gray
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Hey family. We want to introduce the St. Luke photo gallery which is available on our new flickr page. Photos of worship services, baptisms and other church events will be displayed on this site. From the site you will be able to view, download and share moments captured by our incredible photographers. Please scan the QR code to be directed to this collection of photos and we hope enjoy these memories for years to come. There will also be link to access this photo gallery on the church website.
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The food pantry hours have changed to Monday - Wednesday from 9:30am - 2:00pm to serve our community. Donations to the pantry are always appreciated so if you would like to donate, feel free to bring those donations during pantry hours and one of our volunteers will be happy to receive them.
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St. Luke Business Network
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Calling all St. Luke business owners! Join the St. Luke Business Network to showcase your talents to our community. Submit your business info, headshot and services to socialmedia@stlukecchsv.org (see examples below). Let's connect and uplift each other.
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Love Zone Group - Offering temporary housing solutions through corporate leasing. For additional information, please contact us at 256-384-5085 and/or felicia@lovezoneprop.com
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Update Your Membership Info!
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Follow us on social media to stay up to date on upcoming events! Also, check out our NEW flickr page to see photos of previous events and church services!
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If you have any inquiries or wish to have your announcement featured in next week's newsletter, please feel free to reach out to us at socialmedia@stlukecchsv.org
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