Community – St. Luke's

Power of Community in Jesus Christ: A Testimony

Oct 2, 2018SLLS OfficeAll Posts, TestimonyCommunity, powerful church

he knowledge that such a community exists—a community that will support me even when all else fails—has helped me to be brave in those moments when I’m not sure I’m going to make it or succeed.

St. Luke’s former seminarians reflect: Luke Allgeyer

Aug 2, 2017SLLS OfficeAll Posts, Newschaplain, chaplaincy, Community, deacon, diaconal intern, Seminarian, University of Chicago, University of Chicago Divinity Schoool

As the Diaconal Intern at St. Luke’s for the 2016-2017 school year, I inhabited a role that was largely created on-the-fly. At the start of my internship, many members of the community would come up to me and ask, “So, what exactly does a Diaconal Intern do?” And I would answer them honestly by saying,

Social Justice Update

Aug 4, 2016SLLS1 CommentNews, Social Justiceadvocacy, Center for Changing Lives, Church Council, Community, connect, council, justice, justice offering, Social Justice, thrive, transform

The Social Justice Committee and Church Council have been in dialogue this summer about moving forward with a new structure for how the St Luke’s community can live out our collective call to “act with justice and righteousness” (Jeremiah 22:3).

A Reflection by SommerAnn McCullough on W4 and Community

Jun 29, 2016SLLSNewsbible study, Community, storytelling, W4, Women's Weekly Wine and Word, Young Women's Bible Study

Sharing personal experiences and exploring our faith through these conversations has allowed me to grow and deepen my spiritual relationship and commitment to the church community.

Pride 2016

Jun 21, 2016SLLSNews, Social Justiceadvocacy, Chicago, Chicago Pride, Community, justice, Pride, Pride Parade

The Pride Parade is almost here and we get to celebrate that ALL are welcome in this place.

Lathrop Action Continues…a note from Pastor Bruce Ray

Jun 15, 2016SLLSNews, Social Justiceadvocacy, Affordable housing, Chicago, Chicago Housing Authority, Community, Housing, justice, Lathrop Homes, Logan Square, LSEA, public housing, Social Justice

Hi everyone, On Monday, I attended the Lathrop Leadership Team meeting, where the TIF process was on the agenda. However, before I get to the TIF, the Lathrop Local Advisory Council (LAC) has planned a protest at the CHA Board Meeting on June 21. They will be protesting the elimination of 525 units of public

Attend a BBQ or Picnic

Jun 9, 2016SLLSNewsCommunity, summer

The summer offers an opportunity for us to come together socialize in a variety of fun settings. Hosts will provide a main dish and ask others to bring additional food. If you would like to be a guest, please sign up for the days you are available. (You can sign up for multiple days you’re available

Host a BBQ or Picnic!

Jun 3, 2016SLLSNewsCommunity, Logan Square

The summer offers an opportunity for us to come together socialize in a variety of fun settings. Would you be willing to host a small St. Luke’s BBQ or Picnic some time between mid June and mid July? You pick the time, the place, and the event and the office will match you with 4-6

ALSO's 21st Annual Walk for Peace

May 11, 2016SLLSNews, Social Justiceadvocacy, ALSO, Chicago, Community, Humboldt Park, justice, Logan Square, Social Justice, Walk for Peace

This event has long been St. Luke’s “Kick Off to Summer.” So come join in the fun & walk for peace.

Public Action for Affordable Housing

May 5, 2016SLLSNews, Social Justiceadvocacy, Chicago, Community, Humboldt Park, Logan Square, public housing, Social Justice, stewardship

Despite overwhelming community opposition to luxury developments at Lathrop Homes, the Milwaukee Twin Towers near the California Blue Line and increased public pressure for actual affordable housing in the First Ward and Chicago, Joe Moreno has consistently ignored the community’s demands. San Lucas UCC recently joined the efforts of SOMOS to make housing genuinely affordable and accessible in our community. We at San Lucas do not believe God sanctions gentrification because we walk with congregation members and neighbors experiencing displacement and its devastation on our families.