Christian Formation Ministries

Youth Formation

The Church School is headed by the Director of Youth Christian Formation who plans for, recruits and supports the following volunteers. Contact Susan MacDonald for any information regarding the opportunities below, or email the Christian Formation Department.

Teachers teach each Sunday morning. Classes for students in grade 3 through senior high meet from 9:00am-9:45am. Children in pre-school, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade meet for class at 10:00am, and enter the worship service for the Eucharist at 10:45am. There are no church school classes on Youth Ministry Sunday, the second Sunday of the month.
Contact: Susan MacDonald

Substitute Teachers are occasionally needed and will be called in the event of a teacher's absence or when extra hands are called for in the classroom.
Contact: Susan MacDonald

Pre-Communion Preparation Class that prepares 3rd graders for receiving the Sacrament, culminating in a corporate communion on a designated Sunday.
Contact: Susan MacDonald

Journey to Adulthood (J2A)

J2A The next segment (Grades 9 & 10) helps teens create and understand the importance of Christian community as they develop critical thinking and other skills they will need in adulthood. The end of J2A is marked with a mission trip to the Dominican Republic that is often a life-changing experience for the group.

Contact: Ken MacDonald
Email: Journey to Adulthood (J2A)

Nursery Care is available during both the 8:00 am and 10:00 am Sunday services throughout the year. The head person is hired but volunteer assistants are needed on an occasional or regular basis.
Contact: Karen Simas

Adult Formation

Young Adult Christians (YAC)

YAC This mentor-based program helps older teens (Grades 11 & 12) discern and carry out a ministry within their church or in the larger community. Vocation and development of a personal credo are also emphasized.

Contact: Susan MacDonald
Email: Young Adult Christians (YAC)

The Adult Education Committee is responsible for planning and implementing adult educational opportunities at St. Luke's. These programs meet at various times during the day, evening or on Sunday. The leaders may be parishioners, outside guest leaders, the clergy, or any combination of these, under the supervision of a volunteer coordinator.
Contact: Paul Brookes

The Librarian is in charge of maintaining the small but growing parish library in the atrium.
Contact: Pat Hallenbeck

The Inquirers' Class is a seminar for adults who would like to learn more about the Episcopal Church, want to be Received from the Roman Catholic Church, want to be confirmed, or would just like a refresher course.
Contact: The Rev. R. Craig Burlington

Theology on Tap (TOT) is a men's group that meet Wednesday evenings to discuss theology while sharing in fellowship and drink with other men.
Contact: Ken MacDonald

Tuesday Book Group meets on Tuesday mornings at 10:30am to review and share their thoughts on an assigned book. This group is guided by The Rev. Dennis Bucco and is fabulous.
Contact: Patricia Hallenbeck

Small Group Leaders Individuals, couples and others are invited to propose and/or lead adult groups. There are many opportunities to lead Bible Study, book discussions, forums, Lenten programs and prayer groups.
Contact: The Clergy

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