Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost: Morning Prayer
2025-10-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday morning October 26, 2025 at 9 am for a service of Morning Prayer, Rite II, as we celebrate the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost.
Parishioner Nancy Kiser will lead the worship service.
Scripture:
Sirach 35: 12-17
Psalm 84: 1-6
2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 16
Luke 18: 9-14
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel
Coffee hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome!

Taize Worship Service: All Souls Day
2025-11-01 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for a solemn remembrance of All Souls during our Taize worship service on Saturday November 1, 2025 at 5 pm. Light a candle in remembrance of a loved one, and connect with the divine in our candlelit sanctuary.
Our cantors will be Nicolette and Philip Norris. Nicolette is a lifelong choral singer and church musician. A native of Virginia and a UVA grad, she was a founding member of Zephyrus, Central Virginia’s early music vocal ensemble. For many years, she has sun in the choir at Saint James episcopal Church in Lancaster and co-founded their compline choir in 2013. She is a member of the Susquehanna Chorale.
Philip Norris has been singing in choirs for most of his life, beginning at St. Thomas Choir School in New York, NY. A native of Lancaster, he as performed extensively in church, college and symphonic settings. Philip currently serves as a section leader in the choir at Saint James Episcopal Church in Lancaster. Philip is also a member of the Susquehanna Chorale.
Nicolette and Philip will be accompanied by J.R. Ankney on the keyboard. A reception will follow the service in the Undercroft. All are welcome.

All Saints' Sunday: Holy Eucharist Rite II
2025-11-02 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday November 2, 2025 for a service of remembrance for All Saints. Pastor Martha Harris will serve as the Preacher and Presider.
Scripture Lessons:
Daniel 7: 1-3, 15-18
Psalm 149
Ephesians 1: 11-23
Luke 6: 20-31
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel
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Wednesday Morning Prayer
2025-11-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-07 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-01 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-03 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-01 10:00 - 10:30 and 11 more dates
Our weekly morning prayer service begins at 10 am to the Saint Francis Room in the Education Building at Saint Luke. Not able to join us in person, join us online via ZOOM.
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21st Sunday after Pentecost: Holy Eucharist Rite II
2025-11-09 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday November 9, 2025 for a service of Holy Eucharist as we celebrate the Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost. Our preacher and presider will be the Reverend Martha Harris, Pastor. John Landis will play the organ.
Scripture Lessons
Job: 19:23-27a
Psalm 17:1-9 Keep me as the apple of your eye, hide me under the shadow of your wings.
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Luke 20:27-38
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.
Coffee hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome.

Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost: Holy Eucharist
2025-11-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday November 16, 2025 at 11 am for a service of Holy Eucharist as we celebrate the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost.
The Reverend Martha Harris will preach and preside. John Landis is the organist.
Scripture:
Malachi 4: 1-2a
Psalm 98
2 Thessalonians 3: 6-13
Luke: 21: 5-19
Sunday School is offered in the Education Building during the service, led by parishioner Judy Funk. All are welcome.
Coffee hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.

Christ the King Sunday: Morning Prayer
2025-11-23 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday November 23, 2025 for a service of Morning Prayer, Rite II led by parishioner Nancy Kiser. The last Sunday after Pentecost, Christ the King Sunday signifies that Jesus Christ stands above all earthly power and authority.
Scripture:
Jeremiah 23: 1-6
Psalm 46
Colossians 1: 11-20
Luke 23: 33-43
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome.

Break the Silence Sunday - First Sunday of Advent
2025-11-30 11:00 - 13:30
On Sunday November 30, 2025, Saint Luke and Saint Paul, Columbia will participate in a joint worship service based on the
Break the Silence campaign created by the Episcopal Church Women and the Episcopal Church.
n 2022, the 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church adopted a resolution designating the Sunday closest to November 25, which is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, as “Break the Silence Sunday” across The Episcopal Church. This year, Break the Silence Sunday is November 30. This day provides us an opportunity to lift our voices in solidarity with survivors, to confront the sin of gender-based violence, and to renew our commitment to creating communities of safety, justice, and peace.
The Reverend Martha Harris, Rector of Saint Luke and Saint Paul parishes, will preach and preside during the service of Holy Eucharist. John Landis will play the organ.
Scripture:
Isaiah 2: 1-5
Psalm 122
Romans 13: 11-14
Matthew 24: 36-44
A potluck luncheon will follow the service. A fun Advent craft is planned after lunch. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.

Taize Worship - Advent and Special Presentation
2025-12-06 17:00 - 18:30
Join John Landis, musician and the Rev. Martha Harris as worship leader during our monthly service of Taize worship and prayer. Enter our candlelit sanctuary and find your inner peace – a welcome respite from the busyness of December. Light a candle for a loved one and offer prayers for those in need of assistance.
Following the service, join us in the Undercroft for a light reception and special presentation by Joana Fitz, an 18 year old from Marietta who recently returned from six weeks serving as a volunteer in Taize, France. She will be joined by her parents, Tabea and Chris Fitz, who met in Taize and have been married for 22 years. Joana will share some stories and pictures from her recent experience in Taize. If you have always wondered what life is like in the religious community of Taize, France, you won’t want to miss this special presentation. All are welcome!

Second Sunday of Advent: Holy Eucharist
2025-12-07 11:00 - 12:00
Join us in marking the second Sunday of Advent with a service of Holy Eucharist, led by the Rev. Martha Harris, Pastor of Saint Luke. John Landis will play the organ.
Scripture
Isaiah 11:1-10
Psalm 72
Romans 15: 4-13
Matthew 3: 1-12
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am. All are welcome.

Advent 3: Morning Prayer Rite 1
2025-12-14 11:00 - 12:00
Our season of waiting and preparation for Jesus’ return continues this Sunday. Parishioners Nancy Kiser will lead the service using the Book of Common Prayer’s Rite 1 liturgy for Morning Prayer.
Scripture Readings:
Isaiah 35:1-10
Psalm 146
Canticle 3 – The Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55)
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome!

The Nativity of our Lord: Christmas Eve Service of Holy Eucharist
2025-12-24 16:00 - 17:30
Celebrate this most holy night at Saint Luke. Our Christmas Eve service will feature special music led by John Landis, organist, scripture readings and Holy Eucharist. The Reverend Martha Harris, Pastor of Saint Luke, will preach and preside. Glory to God in the highest heaven!
Scripture Readings
Isaiah 9:2-7
Psalm 96
Titus 2: 11-14
Luke 2: 1-20
Today is born our Savior, Christ the Lord! All are welcome.
Not able to participate in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.
