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

Speaker: Pastor T.C. Johnson

Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024

Topic: "I Will Trust In The Lord"

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 

From the desk of Pastor T.C. Johnson

Proverbs 3:5-6 (CEV)
5  With all your heart you must trust the LORD and not your own judgment.
6  Always let him lead you, and he will clear the road for you to follow.

Proverbs 3:5-6 (ETRV)
5 Trust the LORD completely, and don't depend on your own knowledge.
6 With every step you take, think about what he wants, and he will help you go the right way.

Proverbs 3:4 (TLB)
4  If you want favor with both God and man, and a reputation for good judgment and common sense, then trust the Lord completely; don’t ever trust yourself.
 6  In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success.

The recent elections in America have caused deep uneasiness, and serious anxiety due to uncertainty about what the future holds for both the country and the world.  The situation has, for some, caused a crisis of faith.  There are people who question God’s sovereignty and others being challenged on the belief of whether God exist at all.  And it is all because the election did not turn out the way they prayed, hoped, and wanted it to, and in my humble opinion, should have.  All the stress, anxiety, fear, sadness, anger, and any range of other emotions may be an indication that entirely too much faith has been put in an already flawed system.  I know a people who every branch of the American Government at every level were against. These are people who trusted in God, in fact, God was there only hope.  They held on to God’s unchanging hands, believing the Lord would make a way somehow.  These people’s children have experienced so many blessings, material and socially, because of past generation’s unwavering faith in God. Could it be that their offsprings have placed their faith, allegiance, and trust more in the blessings than the Blesser?  Many are more worried and concerned about what they may lose in the future than what many have walked away from or taken less seriously, God. Listen, I don’t know what the future holds, but I know who holds the future, I will trust in the Lord!  

Be Blessed!

Pastor T.C. Johnson

Rep your school is scheduled for Sunday, November 17, 2024, so pull out those hats, shirts and other paraphernalia rep your high school, college/university or technical school. We will be joined that Sunday by the Marching Maroon and white band of Alabama A&M University along with the Alabama A&M University Gospel Choir who will lead us in worship. Join us

Church conference is scheduled for Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6pm. Please join us as we discuss 2024 and plan for 2025. This meeting is open to all members of St. Luke. There will be fun activities for the youth of St. Luke during the meeting.

The Black Business Expo will be held on the St. Luke Campus on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 10am-2pm. The expo is a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation. It serves as a platform for black and minority-owned businesses to showcase their products and services, reach new customers, and form lasting connections. This event is open to the public and free of charge.

The SLYAM ministry will be participating in the 2024 Rudolph Run Santas Village benefiting Blount Hospitality House. The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 21st beginning at 8am. To sign-up and get additional information, please scan the QR code on the flyer. The team’s name for this year is St. Luke Christian Church and the cost is $30. If you have any other questions, please see Sister Kristie Johnson or Nikita Jones.

The St. Luke Christian Church Connect Ministry will be having a meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, beginning at 6pm here on the St. Luke campus.  This meeting is for anyone looking to connect and get more involved here at The Luke.

The planning for the 2025 Black History program has begun and we are looking for volunteers and participants. If you’re interested in volunteering or participating in this program a sign up sheet will be in the foyer beginning this Sunday and ending next Sunday, November 24th. Please sign up to assist us in our preparation. Children in grades 3rd-12th are encouraged to sign up. Your involvement will help make this program a success

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.

Happy Anniversary to our couples celebrating their special day in November

Happy Birthday November Babies!

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.

Check out the Women's Day Photos Here - https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBPJhr

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.

Hello, Family! We're thrilled to share with you the Children's Church calendar for the rest of this wonderful year. We can't wait to embrace your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with open arms! It's all about Friendship, Faith, Fellowship, and Fun at our Children's Church, taking place during the 9:30am service.

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.

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  

Listed below are the list of deacons assigned for each week of the month. These deacons are assigned to assist with any needs of the congregation and are on standby from Saturday (ahead of their week) until the following Sunday. If you are in need of any assistance, please contact the deacon lead for that week and they can assist you.

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! 

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