ELCA World Hunger 50th Anniversary

For 50 years we have joined together as Lutherans to address the root causes of hunger and poverty around the world through ELCA World Hunger. Part of our church’s long tradition of meeting human needs, ELCA World Hunger testifies to our hope for and commitment to God’s promise of a time when we will hunger and thirst no more. In 2024 we will commemorate the 50th anniversary of this ministry. We have made great strides, but once again we face a startling increase in global hunger. As we reflect on our last 50 years of ministry together, we know God calls us to respond to the needs of the world now more than ever.

40 Items for Lent

The Social Ministry Team is excited to announce we are supporting the Maine Township food pantry again this year during this season of Lent. This giving opportunity has been a wonderful way to help feed our neighbors in the Maine Township Northwest Suburbs and feeds over 300 families each month and the need increases every month.

Lent & Holy Week Schedule

Our Lenten Journey 2024 begins with Ash Wednesday on February 14 and culminates with the Festival of the Resurrection on Easter Sunday, March 31. Please, join us on this sacred journey for one or all of these services in remembrance of Christ’s Passion.

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday on February 14th marks the beginning of Lent, which is a season of preparation to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Several opportunities for worship and fellowship are offered. All are welcome.

Feed My Starving Children

On  Saturday, January 27, you are invited to join the Sunday School Families for a trip to Feed my Starving Children at their Schaumburg Location to pack food products. Our time slot is 2-3:45 p.m.

Coat Drive

Open Arms Ministry has reached out to us for help. They have a large demand in the month of January to collect Winter Coats.

We are launching a Winter Coat Donation Drive to collect gently used or new winter coats for men, women, and children of all ages.

Spirit Matters

January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. Our topic for January is “What Do You Treasure?” Meetings include reflecting on scripture and other readings. Come be with us at church for a time of spiritual rest and refreshment. Your spirit matters! All are welcome

Epiphany of Our Lord

On January 7 we continue the celebration of the twelve-day Christmas season, and in fact, this year we are adding a bonus “thirteenth day of Christmas.” We will celebrate the Epiphany of our Lord (“Feast of the Wisemen”), traditionally observed on January 6, with a bonfire, children’s star procession, and the music of the season.

With Gratitude and Joy

This past Sunday, God certainly answered the call found in the Advent Prayer of the Day: “Stir up your power, O Lord and come.” God’s power in the Holy Spirit was present as we received seven new members; as we assembled almost 200 Christmas packages with the Sunday School children for migrant children through RefugeeOne; as we shared the beginning of a lively Bible Study of the Gospel of Mark at the Adult Forum; as we gathered in a full church to experience the beautiful Candlelight liturgy; and as our worship and Candlelight services were available to members and many others through livestream technology.

Season of Christ’s Birth

You are invited to celebrate the Season of Christ’s Birth at St. Luke’s. Begin with Advent—the season of preparation, through Christmas, New Year, and Epiphany—the season when Christ is revealed. There are many worship opportunities as well as times for fun and joyful celebration indoors and outdoors. Bring the family and your friends and join the celebration.