This Week
Jim, Merle & Marcy

Last Week
Al, Jenn, Brandy, Rachel, Diane, Alice, Larry, Cullen

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Holy Week Services
Holy Week begins Palm Sunday, March 29th! Join us for Maundy Thursday & Good Friday services, April 2nd & 3rd, at 10am & 6:30pm. Maundy Thursday focuses on the Last Supper, the night of Jesus’ betrayal, and the holy sacrament of communion. Good Friday worship reflects on Jesus’ crucifixion, the darkest moment before the world was changed forever. Both are somber services with the nursery available at 6:30pm services.

Easter is April 5th!
Invite a friend to Easter with a postcard from the info counter! We offer a simple, 6:00 sunrise service held outdoors in the courtyard, and both 8:00 & 10:30 services will have a combined worship style with communion, nursery, and Children’s Church. Children 4th grade and younger are invited to the Easter egg hunt at 9:30am starting in the Sunday school lobby and taking place indoors throughout the education wing. Finally, the St. Luke youth invite you to a hot breakfast starting at 9:30 in the Commons – any donations will go towards Jr. High camp! (Please note there will be no services Saturday, April 4th!)

Next SHP Bed Delivery: Mar. 21st
The next Sleep in Heavenly Peace bunk bed delivery is Saturday, March 21st, at 7:00am! Come help us assemble pre-made beds and watch children’s faces lighting up when they get their very own bed, sometimes for the very first time. We also need volunteers who can make beds and chat with the families. Sign up at the info counter if you’d like to join in!

Endowment Fund Awards
The St. Luke Endowment Committee is preparing for its 2026 Endowment Fund Awards. We will be accepting both scholarship and grant applications until April 30th. Awards may be used for scholarships, outreach, or church improvements. Scholarship award applications must be for students who will be attending a synodically affiliated college, university, or seminary in the fall of 2026, have an established relationship with St. Luke Lutheran Church, and plan to be in full-time professional services for the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod upon completion of their studies. Community Outreach Grant or Church Improvement Grant must be applicable to St. Luke’s community and church. If interested in applying for a scholarship, outreach grant, or church improvement grant, forms may be obtained from the Info Center in the lobby or online. Applications should be returned as soon as possible.

Women’s Retreat
Please join us in praying for the St. Luke Women’s Retreat, happening this Thursday-Sunday! They’ll be at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale. Please pray for their leaders, safe travels, and a wonderful weekend resting in God’s goodness! If you missed this year’s retreat, the next is planned for 2028! Reach out to the office if you’re like to be on the info list.

Heading Back Home?
If you visit us for the winter and have plans to head back soon, don't forget to let the office know to switch your address! Shooting a quick "leaving soon" email to the office can help us save on postage that might otherwise get returned.


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Easter Flowers
Easter flowers are now available for purchase to decorate the altar! Mark your $10 donation for “lilies” and pick up your lilies or spring flowers after Easter.

March Community Corner: Helen’s Hope Chest
Helen’s Hope Chest serves foster families and their children by providing a “shopping” experience for the kids at no cost to the parents. Children can select new clothes, necessities, books, and school supplies every three months from Helen’s Boutique. These are the most needed items right now:
•New boys’ knit boxer briefs (Sizes 4T – 18)
•New or gently used faith-based storybooks and Bibles (Toddler -Teen)
•Full-size deodorant for teen girls and boys
•Full-size toothpaste for all ages
•Full-size kids’ 3-in-1 (shampoo, conditioner, body wash)
You can also find this list of items at the info counter. Donations can be placed in the cubbies in the lobby.

Wednesday Lenten Worship
Join us for Wednesday Lenten worship services at 10am from Feb. 25th – Mar. 25th.

Women’s Ministry Walking Group
The Women’s Ministry Lenten walking group is back! Join them on Saturday mornings, 9AM, in Lent (2/28-3/28) for a short devotional at Gilbert Water Ranch Riperian Park before enjoying the best of Arizona’s weather! If you’re interested, please sign up at the info counter.

Dollar-for-Dollar State Tax Credits
If you pay income taxes in Arizona, you can donate to qualifying nonprofits through tax credits! Many St. Luke partner organizations qualify, including newly qualified Sleep in Heavenly Peace! Take a look at St. Luke’s website or pick up a handout at the info counter for more info!

Thrivent Choice Dollars Expire March 31st
Jeff Kolzow is joining us for worship this weekend. Find him in the courtyard after services to discuss all things Choice Dollars! Thrivent members have until March 31st to direct any remaining 2025 Choice Dollars. After that date, Choice Dollars will expire. Choice Dollars can be directed among thousands of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, including St. Luke's. For more details on how to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars, visit their website, call 800-847-4836, or find Jeff in the courtyard!

ALPHA Group at St. Luke’s
Alpha is a national group that believes in asking questions. Their network helps churches offer spaces to unpack the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment. No pressure. No judgement. It’s for anyone who’s curious, no matter their  beliefs or background. St. Luke is hosting an Alpha group, led by Vicar Ethan, on Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Visit Alpha’s website or sign up at the info counter for more info.

GriefShare
GriefShare is a nationally recognized network of support groups for those dealing with grief. Grief can feel all-consuming, so please don't bear it alone! St. Luke's GriefShare groups meet on Tuesdays at 12:30pm in the Fellowship Room, beginning Jan. 13th. All are welcome. For further information contact Paul Hoffmann. Register online.


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Welcome Cards
If you are new to St. Luke, fill out a green WELCOME card to let us know you’re here & ask us any questions! These cards are available in the pews, at the offering boxes, and in the lobby. They also have some general information about our church. Fill one out and drop it off in one of the wooden offering boxes located on the back wall behind the pews.

Don’t Forget to Check In!
Checking in on an iPad in the lobby or through the St. Luke’s app or website helps us in all kinds of ways! We use it to record attendance numbers, to keep you up to date with communications, and to know when you’ve been here and when you haven’t – just in case we don’t get to say hi in person one weekend. It’s also easy! The app requires a one-time registration, and as long as we have a phone number on file for you, you can check in on any iPad at church.

Offering Boxes at St. Luke
If you’ve been looking for the offering plate, don’t worry! You can still give on Sunday mornings by using the wooden boxes attached to the walls at the back of the sanctuary (behind the pews) next to each entry door. There are envelopes at each one, too. We also have online giving, which you can set up to give monthly, weekly, or yearly!

St. Luke App
Did you know? St. Luke has an app! It’s a great way to find upcoming events, volunteer, send in a prayer request, and check into worship or a Bible study! Search “St. Luke Mesa” in your app store to download.

Google Reviews for St. Luke
St. Luke wants to help those seeking a church home, questioning their faith, or looking for a next spiritual step to find a place they can worship and belong. If you’ve enjoyed your time at St. Luke, please consider leaving a Google Review. These reviews help our church pop up on internet searches, and your story helps us tell His!

Weekly Prayers
Every Friday, the office sends out an email with all the prayer requests that have been submitted during the week. Reach out to the office to receive this email and help pray for St. Luke members in need!

Lost and Found
Have you misplaced something? Maybe it’s here with us! Call the office at 480-969-4414 or email us to let us know what you’re missing!

Hearing-Assistance System
We have a new hearing-assistance system that works with an app or a belt pack to aid people in hearing our services. Ask about it in the sound booth.