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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Sunday Sermon - March 29, 2026
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Lord, Remember Me
Luke 23:39-41(TLB)
39 One of the criminals hanging beside him scoffed, "So you’re the Messiah, are you? Prove it by saving yourself—and us, too, while you’re at it!"
40 But the other criminal protested. "Don’t you even fear God when you are dying?
41 We deserve to die for our evil deeds, but this man hasn’t done one thing wrong."
42 Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom."
43 And Jesus replied, "Today you will be with me in Paradise. This is a solemn promise."
This passage captures a conversation that happened on Calvary with Jesus hanging on the cross between two thieves. His haters hung Him between them to deflect and hide the fact that they were murdering an innocent person. The thieves represent all humanity because as it relates to Jesus, all mankind are criminals in the kingdom of God and guilty of sin against Him. Notice that the legalistic religious crowd and worldly non-believers were mocking Jesus saying, “show us that you are who you claim to be by getting down from the cross and saving yourself.” They went as far as to say, “if you come down then we will believe you.” Reading chapters 22-23 and seeing all that Jesus endured: being dragged from one authority to another, slapped about and beaten, mocked as a king with a robe and a crown made of thorns pressed into the skull of His head, spat on, lied on, and more, it should humble each believer knowing that Jesus did it all, endured it all, went through it all, for us all. Knowing that He could have come down but allowed Himself to be conquered so believers can be victors is a reason why believers should have a great appreciation of the fact that salvation is free, but it’s not cheap!
One thief mocked Jesus just as the crowd had done, but he was rebuked by the other thief who said, “don’t you respect God! We are getting what we deserve because we are guilty, but this man has done nothing wrong!" This thief wasn’t present when Jesus turned water into wine or spoke peace to the storm. He was not present when Jesus walked on water or took the two fish and five loaves of bread and fed thousands. He was not there when Jesus made the lame to walk, the dumb to talk, nor the blind to see. When the thief saw Christ, Jesus looked helpless with nails in his hands, spikes in his feet, bloodied and beaten, but he saw Christ. He confessed his sins, demonstrated his faith and hope by turning to a dying Jesus and said, “Lord when you get into your Kingdom, remember me.” There is no record of the thief’s baptism or of him going to church or giving tithes. Still, Jesus stopped dying just to make the dying thief a promise, “Today you will be with me in paradise.” Lord, Remember Me!
Pastor T. C. Johnson
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The St. Luke Christian Church Music Ministry is excited about presenting music that uplifts and blesses everyone. We are growing and looking for new members for all ensembles. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Reverend Marvis Moore via 256-721-1294.
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Continuing in April 2026, the Women’s Choir will sing in monthly rotation. The next rehearsal will be April 14th at 6:30 p.m. These rehearsals are open to ages 12 and older. For more information, please contact Rev. Boussi Johnson.
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Medical Ministry Moment Risks of Excessive Electronic Device Usage Excessive use of smartphones, tablets, computers, and other electronic devices can have significant physical, mental, and social consequences for people of all ages. Physical Health Effects- Eye strain and vision issues: Prolonged screen exposure can cause dry, tired eyes, headaches, and blurred vision. The American Optometric
Psychological and Mental Health Impacts- Mood and anxiety: Problematic device use is linked to depression, anxiety, and irritability, especially when it becomes compulsive or interferes with daily life
- Children and teens: High screen time can delay language development, reduce real-world interaction, and overstimulate the brain’s visual cortex while under-stimulating the auditory cortex, which is vital for social skills
- Bottom line: While technology offers many benefits, excessive use can harm vision, sleep, brain health, mental well-being, and social skills. Mindful, balanced use is key to avoiding these negative effects.
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Next WHM meeting will be April 14th at 6 p.m. Please join us!
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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 the church Secretary for more information.
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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. Please submit prayer requests to members@stlukecchsv.org.
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Children's Church Volunteers Needed!
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Church Nursery 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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Mid-Week Connect and Noon Day Bible Study are every Wednesday at 12pm Noon & 6pm. Join us in-person and via our YouTube page as we explore the word of God together.
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Children's Church Schedule 2026
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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 you enjoy these memories for years to come. There will also be a link to access this photo gallery on the church website.
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The food pantry hours are 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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Bold and Fierce Boutique
11041 Hwy 231-431N, Suite K
Meridianville, AL 35759
Website: www.shopboldandfierce.com
Social Media: @boldandfierceboutique on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
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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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