tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39104555968604017672012-02-16T03:31:21.715-06:00The Open DoorThe Open Door is a welcoming opportunity for anyone interested in change; changing your life by opening your heart to God and becoming a part of the St. Luke's family of faith.Staci Johnsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16625050070078682469noreply@blogger.comBlogger151100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-9699257074776761002008-08-13T14:45:00.002-05:002008-08-13T15:15:57.308-05:00Signing OffSometimes life presents us with undeniable opportunities...This has recently been my experience. I am a strong advocate of higher education and believe that everyone should have the chance to better themselves through academics. For this reason I am returning to OCU to finish my master's degree. Already 1/2 way in and finding it harder and harder to manage full-time work and full-time school, Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-1754753833535940852008-08-04T16:00:00.002-05:002008-08-04T16:51:07.550-05:00a path of life"You show me the path of life.in Your presence there is fullness of joyin Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."Psalm 16:11Pathways, highways and byways. This month we're exploring a new path of life. It's based on the book, "3 Simple Rules, A Wesleyan Way of Living," by Bishop Reuben Job. The August sermon series at St. Luke's kinda hits you right between the eyes. The rules are as follows:Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-91806173317677412082008-07-28T14:19:00.002-05:002008-07-28T14:32:18.261-05:00ChangeI'm sure we've all heard the saying, "The only constant thing in life is change." The first time I heard this phrase I was a little confused. "Really? The only thing we can count on is that once we think we have it figured out, it'll change," I thought. And so far, that's been about the best advice I've ever received.Fall Kickoff 2006, St. Luke's brought in a special speaker that gave a talk on Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-72982124561928366002008-07-21T13:27:00.006-05:002008-07-21T16:01:25.231-05:00CommitmentWhat does it mean to be committed? I have plenty of friends that are dealing with this issue as they look at the relationships in their lives. From friendships, to dating relationships, to marriage...what does it mean to be committed? CP's philosophy on commitment is simple, maybe over-simplified, but pretty black and white (with shades of grey). The commitments in our lives should be ones that Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-57245955730835497442008-06-29T23:48:00.003-05:002008-06-30T00:14:08.596-05:00Welcome TourInterested in visiting St. Luke's for the first time? Or maybe you just haven't had the opportunity to venture around the space...watch our quick video to get an idea of the St. Luke's campus.
Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-82491496645849987982008-06-25T16:07:00.004-05:002008-06-25T16:28:03.015-05:00Relationships: Part 2I rather like the statements that use deductive reasoning. "IF THIS, THEN THAT." In certain situations it's the only way to bring logic into the equation. Relationships fall into this category. Emotions are lovely, and have incredible value in enjoying this life we've been given; however, emotions are meant to be felt and not reasoned. At least that's how I 'feel' about that.Rob Bell's, Sex God: Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-10125734088769487182008-06-23T17:18:00.002-05:002008-06-23T17:48:45.354-05:00love is in the airRelationships are such an important part of life. Whether it's a significant other, a best friend or the undeniable connection of family; relationships are something we encounter everyday. How hard do you work on the relationships in your life? I've heard it said before that if you only gave 50% in a relationship, or were only truly there for the other person, half of the time in a relationship, Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-84209695756437667562008-06-02T16:39:00.003-05:002008-06-02T17:13:22.451-05:00BIG StepsHave you been considering taking a BIG step in your life? Sometimes we just need a little encouragement from friends, from peers or others that are making the same steps in their lives. This group mentality is comfortable and even encouraged in our society. We use words like being a team player, family and working together.This Sunday is BIG STEP Sunday. If you have been considering taking the Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-32755984558378399832008-05-29T11:05:00.000-05:002008-05-29T11:11:16.038-05:00Sunday, Sunday, SUNDAESo here's the dealio...The Open Door is putting on a little event called Dessert with Bob. We'll be serving sundaes, so you can fill your bellies while filling up on some good ole fashioned knowledge. Learn what it means to share, grow, serve, and what it means to become a part of something bigger than ourselves.Write this down...THIS Sunday, June 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Mansion LibraryThe Mansion at StCarri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-52873741194343034632008-05-21T16:09:00.003-05:002008-05-21T16:17:28.371-05:00Hungry?What does it mean to hunger? To long for something...something fulfilling...something that will fill you up. How many of us are walking around filling our lives with empty stuff, and then wondering why we're not fulfilled? I'm sure the answer would be staggering. God is longing to fill our lives with joy, with a lifelong companionship full of love and understanding. So I pose my original questionCarri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-59666502754794636442008-05-13T14:54:00.002-05:002008-05-13T16:04:21.723-05:00Celebrate CommunityMay 18th is the perfect day to celebrate community. Deemed "Heritage Sunday" by the United Methodist faith, St. Luke's will be celebrating not only the history of the church and St. Luke's, but emphasizing the need to be in community and fellowship with one another. And guess how? By a good old fashioned picnic! We'll be serving hot dogs in the Gardens of St. Luke's. Everyone is invited to be in Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-32309067617173540022008-04-28T17:01:00.002-05:002008-04-28T17:05:18.677-05:00Newcomer CoffeeTHIS SUNDAY! Come and go from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Due to our progress we will be hosting the coffee just outside of the library in the main building. It's a mobile bistro, and it should be a wheely good time! I know it's really cheesy, but join me at the coffee cart to learn all about the opportunities St. Luke's has to offer. Look for the smiling faces serving up a cup of hospitality just Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-59802578436253380312008-03-19T14:43:00.003-05:002008-03-19T14:51:21.808-05:00Holy WeekSt. Luke's offers many opportunities to deepen your faith in preparation for Easter. Join us tonight for The Marriage: A Celebration of Holy Communion. Service starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Christian Life Center (enter off 14th street).Good Friday is only 2 days away. Plan to be with your family of faith for a moving service on Friday night. Service will be held in the Sanctuary at 7:30 p.m.Special Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-20943815668268936192008-02-29T16:04:00.002-06:002008-02-29T16:09:29.698-06:00Dessert with BobJoin us this Sunday for an exciting opportunity. Dessert with Bob is our quarterly event that allows guests and visitors a chance to interact with the St. Luke's staff in a casual setting.If you are searching for a deeper understanding of what it means to belong to a church, this is the perfect event for you. Dessert is served at 2p.m. in the Mansion Library. The program will last approximately Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3910455596860401767.post-62280224423984045352008-02-28T16:41:00.001-06:002008-02-28T17:43:19.790-06:00The Open DoorWelcome! I'm so excited you have found your way to St. Luke's.God puts a calling in all of us to find a home. But, what is home? It could be that nice condo you've been eyeing, the perfect career or a network of friends, each one of these adds fulfillment to our lives in different ways.But I've heard it said before that if you really want to feel at home...you have to find a church home. That's Carri Perrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18105112936984047091noreply@blogger.com0