“I will show you a more excellent way…For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known. 13And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love.” – The Apostle Paul (1st Corinthians 12:31, 13:12-13)

The world has plenty of skepticism, despair, and hate, as followers of Jesus we are called to a greater good. Again, from Paul…

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2)

Biblical Transformation is a changed heart. I believe that is what is missing in our world today – hearts full of faith, hope, and love.

How do you fill your heart with faith, hope, and love?

It is easier said than done and is an ongoing process.

First and foremost, it is not something you do by yourself. Jesus told us, “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.’ (Matthew 18:20) It is important for you to be in the presence of other followers of Jesus.

Second, living a life of hope. We are not talking about rose-colored glasses mentality but looking for and seeing God at work in the world. As the Prophet Jeremiah declared, “For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11).

Third, Love. Read the verses between of what is not, and what is love, 1 Corinthians 13:1-11. Love never ends (vs. 13) for God is love. (1st John 4:8).

St. Luke’s offers a number of opportunities to live in faith, hope, and love…

Tomorrow we kick-off Wednesday Night Live.

Where two or more are gathered – Enjoy a meal together from 5:30-6 PM. Suggested donation $3/person. $10/family. Children 5 and under are free.

Plans for your welfare…a future with hope – Ministry opportunities for all ages. Pre-Schoolers and Parents, Elementary Age, Peer Ministry for Junior and Senior High students, and Adult Bible Study. As you gather with others, learning more about God’s Word, your life will be transformed.

Experience the love of Christian community. I used the 1st Corinthians reading as the devotion for St. Luke’s Care Team on Monday morning. This is a group that goes to St. Luke’s home bound members, those who…” now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known.” Face to face conversations are what help you be fully known.

That is what it means to be church as we reach out, welcome, worship, serve, and grow together in Faith, Hope, and Love – making Christ known to one another and in doing so, the world.
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How does St. Luke’s help you live in Faith, Hope, and Love? Share it in the comments…

Mark your calendars! A dream team of enthusiastic church members and friends of the congregation are busy planning a festive indoor Holiday Market and Fine Arts Festival November 8th & 9th, 2024.

Vendors – Space available!
We currently have a few spaces available for interested individuals/groups who would like to join us and sell their treasures. Please use this link to register your interest.

Calling all Foodies – we are seeking food vendors of all persuasions to sell their yummy creations. Some examples are honey, maple syrup, candies, baked goods, preserved items. For those interested the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has online information. Simply google Minnesota Cottage Food Law Guidance or click here for more information.

Help us spread the word by sharing this information with your family and friends. We look forward to seeing you in November!

​For questions, please contact Deb Krieg 712-799-3686 or [email protected] for more information.

School has started, and we are getting back in the swing of things at church with Rally Sunday on Sept 15th to kick off the school year, and WNL starting on Sept 25th. We invite you to join us!

Rally Sunday is such a fun Sunday here at church. We will hear lots of beautiful music from the Choir and Jubilee. The children will be receiving a new bible or a bookmark. Pastor Rob will be back from his Sabbatical. And we are having an ice cream social in-between worship. What a better way to celebrate all these amazing things by enjoying some ice cream together.

I still have my bibles that I received growing up from my home church in Edina. These are such a special thing to receive as a child and it’s something that you can keep using even as you get older and older. One of the bibles I received has my name engraved on the front cover. I hope the bibles we pass out to the children have the same impact that my bibles throughout the years had on me. We are lucky to have Barb Roberts who writes each child’s name in calligraphy in their bibles. Children at St. Luke’s will receive 6 bibles as they grow in years: baptism bible, preschool bible, Spark bible, Deep Blue Kids Bible, and Spark Study Bible. Once they are in high school, they will get to pick out an adult bible as well.

WNL is a great time to share a meal together, and to grow together in Christ, while having fun of course! I look forward to fall starting every year because it’s my favorite season. I also feel like fall brings back a lot of routines and structure. Even if I am past my school age years, I keep getting that feeling when fall comes around. Routines keep us more balanced and more focused throughout the day. 

When I look around at these events, I just feel so amazed that church brought all these wonderful people together. We hope that you can join us for all the exciting upcoming activities and events to kick off the new year together. 

Sunday, September 8th  
​God trusted us to care for creation and all that is in it. The missions and property team invite you to by God’s hands this annual event.

Opportunities after each worship will include:

Mission – Love your neighbor
Blessing Bags for Oasis.
Quilt Squares for Bridging, Bundles of Love, and St. Joseph’s

Property – Care for that which has been entrusted to us. Make it a Blue Jean Sunday! Bring work gloves!
There will be a list of building items provided and we thank you for your continued service to our community.

Participating during God’s Work, Our Hands is a wonderful way to thank the Yard Care Group that celebrates it every Tuesday.They meet at 9:00 AM. There is room for you as they move to fall clean up. shoveling/snow blowing in the winter. Signups will be available.