NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2024
Church Service on Sundays 10:30-11:30
Prayer
~ From The Beloved Psalms ~
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of your creation that can bring me relief in the middle of trouble. Help me to pay attention to things that bring me peace so I can approach each day with the right frame of mind.
Keeping those in need in our prayers. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief, health issues, or trouble, especially:
Joyce, Pat and Gary, Kathy, Ken Perea family, Jesse, Garry, Ron, Rhonda, Sandy and Robert, Valerie, John and Bob Rivord, Jim, Zane, Max and James, Katie Oliver Haas, Frieda, Ayden, Betty, Lena, Kathleen, Bruce and Lynette, Daniel Archuleta and family, Elizabeth Garcia and family, Reverend Susan, Linda, Fannie, Marcy and Jeff Northrop, Montie Spier, Roxanne and Rodney, Bob and Diane, CeeCee, Tina and David, Robert, and Kenny Sallee.
New Camera System
A new camera system for St. Luke's online Zoom presence has been generously donated by Kenny Sallee. You can join St. Luke's Zoom service every Sunday at 10:30 AM by visiting this link and entering Passcode: 846745.
St. Luke's Ladies Group
The next meeting will be on November 16th at 10:00 AM in the parish hall. This month, we will be assembling Care Bags, and we invite the congregation to contribute by bringing items such as pocket-size tissues, chapstick, hand warmers, hats, gloves, toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand sanitizers, and similar essentials. A collection box will be available at the church for donations.
Upcoming Bishop's Meeting
Following the church service, the next Bishop’s Meeting will be held on November 17th, 2024.
December Potluck Update
Our December Potluck has been rescheduled from December 1st to December 8th to accommodate Canon Lee's visit.
Emergency Contact Information
Our congregation is made up of people who have moved to Deming from other states. For some of us, this means that IF there is a medical emergency or other emergency (perhaps a fire or flood), would St Luke’s know who to contact out-of-state, i.e., son, daughter, etc.? If you are comfortable sharing this information with St Luke’s, please call Barbara. Your family information will be kept confidential and only used in an emergency.
ALMIGHTY God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the people of the United States in the election of officials and representatives; that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your purposes; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
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Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. Small groups are invited to walk through chapters of America’s history of race and racism while weaving in threads of family story, economic class, and political and regional identity.
The 11-part series is built around a powerful online curriculum of documentary films and readings that focus on Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian/Pacific American histories as they intersect with European American histories.
Sacred Ground is part of Becoming Beloved Community, The Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice in our personal lives, our ministries, and our society. This series is open to all, and especially designed to help white people talk with other white people. Participants are invited to peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of the present day – all while grounded in our call to faith, hope, and love.
**Potluck — Sunday, November 3rd**
Gathering to share food and stories is a joy; we look forward to enjoying these moments together!
Coffee and sweets are served all other Sundays after service, all in the fellowship hall.
Is your life affected by someone’s drinking? Your child, a parent, your spouse, or a friend.
Al-Anon is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who meet weekly to share their experience, strength, and hope as they seek to learn how to take care of themselves.
Al-Anon is an anonymous, spiritual fellowship that does not have outside affiliations with other organizations.
Starting May 6th, Seeking Serenity AFG meetings are each Monday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm in
St Luke’s Episcopal Church parish hall, with an entrance on Spruce St., is located at 417 W. Spruce St, Deming.
For more information, please call 757-936-0285.
Small Group Bible Study
Beginning in November, Kenny Sallee will lead a small group Bible study, offering an opportunity for deep, meaningful exploration of scripture. Kenny serves as a teaching assistant for Biblical Interpretations under Professor Ray Vander Laan at Christian Leaders Institute—a platform that offers free and affordable ministry and theological education to aspiring Christian leaders. He will guide participants through Ray Vander Laan's powerful series, That The World May Know, which combines scholarly research with stunning footage from key biblical locations.
This study is designed to bring the Bible to life, connecting ancient history with modern faith. Vander Laan, a renowned biblical scholar and historian, leads participants through immersive lessons that highlight how the cultural and historical context of scripture can deepen understanding and strengthen daily Christian practice. For a preview of the series, visit the Bible Study section of the church's website.
The Bible study begins on Sunday, November 3rd, at 9:00 AM and will run for 5 sessions. Since seating is limited to 10 participants, early registration is recommended. Guidebooks will be provided by the church, and a sign-up sheet is available on the parish hall bulletin board.
Session 1, Promised Land, will take us on a journey through Israel, transforming our understanding of scripture by visiting the Jordan River, Jericho, and more. Participants will learn how these locations hold profound significance in both biblical history and today’s world. Come prepared to experience the Bible in its historical context and discover its lasting relevance for our lives.
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Click on the image above to explore an inspiring Daily Devotion. Each morning, Kenny Sallee shares an uplifting and soul-stirring message to start your day. A new Daily Devotion is posted daily on St Luke’s Facebook Page and can also be read on St Luke’s website.
Click on the image above to discover the inspiring Verse of the Day. Every morning, Kenny Sallee delves into the meaning and insights of a new biblical verse. This Verse of the Day is posted daily on St Luke’s Facebook Page and is also available for reading on St Luke’s website.
Click on the image above to explore Kenny Sallee's daily Morning and Evening Prayers. Each day, Kenny carefully selects a scripture passage and crafts prayers that inspire and enrich the soul, tailored to enhance your morning and evening meditations. These prayers are posted twice daily on St Luke’s Facebook Page and can also be read on St Luke’s website.
Happy Birthday greetings to:
November 18 — Kenny Sallee
God's Blessings to you all !
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Community Opportunities to Serve Others
LOCALLY --
Colores United: serves new immigrants, especially mothers with babies. They always need diaper sizes 5-6-7, baby bottles, diaper wipes, baby clothes, etc. Hygiene products and underwear sizes two and up. For $1, you can buy a baby bottle at Wal-Mart.
Silver Linings: help the unhoused with food, clothing, and other needs. They are next to the pink used book store at 212 S Copper St across from the post office.
SW New Mexico Learning Ctr (book store): help hungry college students away from home during the holidays while they are here in Deming during Thanksgiving week and from Dec 20th to right after New Year's Day. Take the following food items to the bookstore by Nov 9th -- boxed mac & cheese, hearty soups, cereals, canned chili/ canned meals, pasta and sauce, peanut butter & jelly, granola, or energy bars. OR invite a student to dinner.
AARP Tax Aides Needed: the Deming Sr Center is starting a FREE service to those 50 years and older, especially those who are low-income and need help submitting their state and federal taxes by April 15th, 2025. If you'd rather not be trained as a tax aide, you could be a greeter to direct people to the correct room or be a scheduler setting up appt times for those seeking this service. If interested, please call the Senior Center at 575-546-8823 and ask for Diane Rodriguez.
STATE & NATIONALLY --
Send money to Episcopal Relief and Development to help those affected by fires, floods, and hurricanes. 100% of your donation goes to those in need. The website is episcopalrelief.org, which will help those living in Riudoso and other NM towns affected by fires and floods. And those who have lost everything in NC due to floods caused by a hurricane.
NOVEMBER READINGS
(Revised Common Lectionary Year B)
All Saints Day
November 1, 2024
Psalm 24
Wisdom of Solomon 3:1-9 or Isaiah 25:6-9
Revelation 21:1-6a
Gospel: John 11:32-44
All Souls’ Day
November 2, 2024
Psalm 24
Isaiah 25:6-9
Revelation 21:1-6a
Gospel: John 11:32-44
Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
November 3, 2024
Psalm 146
Ruth 1:1-18
Hebrews 9:11-14
Gospel: Mark 12:28-34
Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
November 10, 2024
Psalm 127
Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17
Hebrews 9:24-28
Gospel: Mark 12:38-44
Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
November 17, 2024
1 Samuel 2:1-10
1 Samuel 1:4-20
Hebrews 10:11-14 [15-18] 19-25
Gospel: Mark 13:1-8
Last Sunday after Pentecost: Christ The King
November 17, 2024
Psalm 132:1-12 [13-18]
2 Samuel 23:1-7
Revelation 1:4b-8
Gospel: John 18:33-37
Thanksgiving Day
November 28, 2024
Psalm 126
Joel 2:21-27
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Gospel: Matthew 6:25-33
St. Andrew
November 30, 2024
Psalm 19 or 19:1-6
Deuteronomy 30:11-14
Romans 10:8b-18
Gospel: Matthew 18-22