Missions
Mission Teams
St. Luke’s regularly sends medical, dental, Christian education, and construction teams to Siguatepeque, Honduras. Teams are organized from time to time to serve in other areas of the United States, as we are made aware of particular needs.
Community Outreach
Boy Scouts
Troop 577 was chartered by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on March 1, 1952, and has been active for 58 years! They currently have over 100 scouts, most of whom are active. They have a diverse group of scouts with more than 20 public and private schools represented. Troop meetings are every Monday evening from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., except for some holidays and summer camp. Learn more about Troop 577 or contact Duane Roth for more information.
Spanish Speaking Ministry
A Hispanic faith community is thriving at St. Luke’s! The Holy Eucharist is celebrated in Spanish on Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Worship is preceded by classes for children and youth, including First Communion and Confirmation classes. Worship incorporates lively Latin-American folk music and traditions, and it is often followed by food and fellowship. Evening Prayer and devotions in Spanish take place on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Youth from the Hispanic community often join youth from the non-Hispanic congregation for fellowship and community service activities. Baptisms, Quinceañeras, and weddings are also celebrated in Spanish. For more information, please contact Deacon Aquilino Lara or Fr. Robert Odom.
Comunidad Hispana
La comunidad de fe hispana está prosperando en San Lucas! La Santa Eucaristía se celebra en español los domingos a las 12: 30 PM. La Celebración es precedida por las clases para niños, jóvenes y adultos, incluidas las clases de primera Comunión, Confirmación y Estudio Bíblico. Nuestro culto incorpora cantos, alabanzas y música folklórica de América Latina además de nuestras tradiciones, muy a menudo nos reunimos en el salón parroquial para compartir nuestras diferentes comidas típicas. Tenemos Oración vespertina y devociones en español los miércoles por la noche a las 7:30. Jóvenes de la comunidad hispana se reúnen y realizan diferentes actividades frecuentemente se unen a los jóvenes de la Congregación no hispana para las diferentes actividades y compartir como comunidad. Celebramos Bodas, Bautizos y Quinceañeras en español.
Meals on Wheels
St. Luke’s volunteers deliver balanced meals prepared by the Visiting Nurses Association to the elderly and other home-bound clients. Contact Deacon Rosemary Trei for more information.
No Hassle Group
Alcoholics Anonymous. This group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the Scout Hut. Please visit www.aadallas.org or call Don at 214.943.7608 for more information.
North Dallas Shared Ministries
North Dallas Shared Ministries is a cooperative effort of more than forty north Dallas congregations. It provides appropriate emergency help for the working poor. Contact Susie Pepitone for more information.
Rise School
The Rise School of Dallas, located at St. Luke’s, provides the highest quality of early childhood education services to children with Down Syndrome or other developmental disabilities and to children without disabilities. For more information visit the website at www.riseschool.org/dallas. Contact Duane Roth for more information.
Austin Street Centre Sandwich Ministry
For many years, St. Luke’s parishioners have prepared and delivered sandwiches to residents of the Austin Street emergency shelter for homeless persons. Contact Susie Pepitone for more information.
Plaid Door
The Plaid Door Consignment and Resale Shop and the Magi Gift Shop have been important ministries of St. Luke’s for more than 50 years. The 35 ladies who currently serve as volunteers are blessed by the close camaraderie of friendship, the people who shop at the Plaid Door are blessed with good stewardship of their money, and the many grateful beneficiaries are blessed by the proceeds from sales. For more information, contact Susie Pepitone.
Exodus
A ministry that seeks to break the chain of generational crime by reuniting female ex-offenders with their children in a caring, structured residential environment, and supporting them with time and resources so that they can become productive, well-balanced citizens. St. Luke’s parishioners have donated some furniture, and also given monetary support to this program. Contact Deacon Rosemary Trei for more information.
One Church/One School
As a participant in the Diocese of Dallas’ One Church/One School initiative, St. Luke’s has begun a partnership with a local school, Pershing Elementary. Working with the school principal, the church aims to provide support and enhance the quality of education through tutoring, mentoring, teacher appreciation, or other identified needs. For information on how you may become a part of this ministry, contact Deacon Rosemary Trei.
