Saint Luke Episcopal Church | Mount Joy, PA

Morning Prayer: Rite II
2025-01-15 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for Morning Prayer, Rite II led by the parishioner Nancy Kiser. Learn about Richard Meus Benson, Priest (1915) and Charles Gore, Bishop (1932)
Scripture Readings:
1 Kings 19: 9-18
Psalm 27: 5-11
1 John 4: 7-12
John 17:6-11
Note: This service will not be available online.

The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of our Lord Jesus Christ - Morning Prayer
2025-01-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday January 12, 2025 at 11 am for a service of Morning Prayer in celebration of the Baptism of our Lord on the First Sunday after the Epiphany. Nancy Kiser will lead the Worship Service.
Scripture Lessons:
Isaiah 43; 1-7
Psalm 29
Acts 8:14-17
Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
You’re invited to come early and enjoy Coffee Hour in the Undercroft beginning at 9:30 am. Not able to join us in person? You can watch the service on our YouTube Channel.
All are welcome.

Morning Prayer: Honoring Harriet Bedell, Deaconess and Missionary, 1969
2025-01-08 10:00 - 10:30
Join us for Morning Prayer, Rite II led by the Reverend Martha Harris, Rector. Learn about Harriet Bedell, Deaconess and Missionary who died in 1969.
Bedell was one of the most popular writers in the national Episcopal mission periodical, The Spirit of Missions. Bedell won the respect of indigenous people through her compassion and respect for their way of life and beliefs.
Scripture Readings:
Romans 16: 1-2
Psalm 96: 1-7
Matthew 5: 1-12
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Second Sunday After Christmas: Eve of the Epiphany of our Lord
2025-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
Begin your new year with a service of Holy Eucharist as we celebrate the Second Sunday after Christmas and the Epiphany of our Lord. follow the Wise Men to the baby Jesus and may the Light from Light, lead you also in your pilgrimage to find the Lord. Our Rector, the Reverend Martha Lester Harris will Preach and Preside.
Scripture Lessons:
Isaiah 60: 1-6
Psalm 72
Ephesians 3: 1-12
Matthew 2: 1-12
Join us for coffee hour in the Undercroft before the service. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.

Taize Service of Scripture and Prayer
2025-01-04 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for our monthly service of Scripture, Prayer Chants and Silent Meditation based on the worship services offered by the religious community of Taize France. William Wright will play the piano and lead the chanted prayers. Enter our candlelit sanctuary in silence, light a candle for a loved one and allow yourself to encounter the divine. All are welcome.

The First Sunday after Christmas: Festive Service of Lessons and Carols
2024-12-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Saint Luke will offer a special Anglican service of 9 Lessons and Carols that trace the history of our faith. Organist Beth Warren will provide the musical accompaniment to the nine carols. Individual readings of scripture will be done by lay members of Saint Luke and Saint Paul parishes. The Reverend Martha Harris, Rector, will serve as the Officiant.
A reception of festive treats will follow the service. All are welcome!

Christmas Eve Service: Holy Eucharist
2024-12-24 16:00 - 17:30
Join us on Christmas Eve at 4 pm. for a joyful service of scripture and song as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as the Preacher and Presider.
Scripture readings during the service include:
Isaiah 90: 2-7
Psalm 96
Titus 2: 11-14
Gospel of Luke: 2: 1-20
Celebrate the Nativity of our Lord with your friends at Saint Luke.
Note: there will not be a worship service on Christmas Day.
Merry Christmas!

Fourth Sunday of Advent: Holy Eucharist
2024-12-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday December 22, 2024 for a service of Holy Eucharist as we mark the last Sunday of Advent. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as the Preacher and Presider. Scripture readings are:
Micah 5: 2-5a
Canticle 15: The Song of Mary. (Luke 1: 46-55)
Psalm 80: 1-7
Gospel of Luke 1: 39 – 55
Join us for Coffee Hour in the Undercroft at 9:30 am and enjoy the fellowship of Saint Luke friends. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.

Third Sunday of Advent: Holy Eucharist
2024-12-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
The third Sunday of Advent is sometimes referred to as Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete is a Latin word that means “rejoice.” This is the midpoint of Advent. The pink candle, representing joy, is lit in the Advent wreath today. The Reverend Martha Harris, Rector of Saint Luke, will preach and preside.
Scripture Lessons:
Zephaniah 3: 14-20
Canticle 9: The First Song of Isaiah
Philippians 4: 4-7
Gospel of Luke 3:7-18
Join us for Coffee Hour at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.

Second Sunday of Advent - Morning Prayer
2024-12-08 11:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday December 8, 2024 for a contemplative service of Morning Prayer, featuring the following scripture passages:
Malachi 3: 1-4
Canticle 16
Philippians 1: 3-11
Gospel of Luke 3: 1 – 6
Prepare your hearts and mind for the birth of our Savior. Refresh your soul in our beautiful sanctuary.
Join us for Coffee Hour at 9:30 am and enjoy the fellowship of your Saint Luke friends.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel

Taize Worship Service
2024-12-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Advent is a time to prepare, listen, rejoice and encounter Christ anew in our hearts and in our lives.
Worship leader is the Rev. Martha Harris, Rector of Saint Luke Episcopal Church. Music and vocals provided by Beth Warren, organist at Saint Luke.
If you have never experienced Taize before you are in for a treat. If you participate often, you know that the service provides a unique opportunity to connect with the Divine through srcipture, prayers, chants and silence.
Light a candle for a loved one and enjoy the serenity of our sacred sanctuary.
All are welcome.

First Sunday of Advent: Holy Eucharist
2024-12-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us as we begin the season of Advent, a time of prayer and preparation for the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. The service of Holy Eucharist will be led by the Reverend Martha Harris.
Scripture Readings:
Jeremiah 33: 14-16
Psalm 25 1- 9
1 Thessalonians 3: 9-15
Luke 21: 25-36
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our You Tube Channel
Join us for Coffee Hour at 9:30 am in the Undercroft.
All are welcome!

The Last Sunday after Pentecost: Christ the King Holy Eucharist
2024-11-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for a celebration of Christ the King on the last Sunday after the Pentecost, November 24, 2024 at 11 am. The Reverend Martha Harris will Preach and Preside at the service.
Scripture Readings:
Dniel 7: 9-10, 13-14
Psalm 93
Revelation 1: 4b-9
John 18:33-37
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel
Join us for Coffee Hour in the Undercroft beginning at 9:30 am

Morning Prayer Rite II: King Edmund,870
2024-11-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Wednesday November 20 at 10 am for our weekly service of Morning Prayer led by Br David Rutledge in the St Francis Room. Our commemoration will focus on King Edmund who died in the year 870 A.D.
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Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost: Morning Prayer Rite II
2024-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday at 11 am for a service of Morning Prayer as we celebrate the Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost. The service will be led by Lynn McCleary, Senior Warden.
The scripture readings are:
Daniel 12: 1 – 3
Psalm 16
Hebrews 10: 11-14
Mark 13: 1-8
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 to worship at Saint Luke!

Concert of Compassion: Broadway Graces the Church!
2024-11-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Make a Joyful Noise to the Lord!
Join Jim Johnson and Sharon Boyer in a Concert of Compassion – a benefit concert to support Saint Luke’s outreach ministries. Singers from Susquehanna Stage including Michael Kohler, Tara Beitzel Jon Knauss, Beth and Kent Grable will perform songs of worship, praise, inspiration and reflection from Broadway, The Great White Way.

Taize Worship
2024-11-01 17:00 - 18:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for our monthly service of contemplative prayer and chants based on the religious community of Taize, France. Nourish your soul in our beautiful candlelit sanctuary as the Taize music washes over you. Light a candle for a loved one and pray for the friends and loved ones you see no longer. Our meditation focus is All Souls when we honor all the faithful departed.
The Rev. Dr. Catherine Williams will lead the chants while playing the piano. If you haven’t experienced Taize worship, you are in for a treat. If you came before and want to experience another opportunity to connect with the Divine through Taize music and prayer, please join us. All are welcome!

Music for Everyone Community Chorus
2024-10-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
You are invited to a concert by the Music For Everyone Community Chorus on Friday October 25 at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary of Saint Luke Episcopal Church. Darla Bair will conduct the chorus as they sing popular songs such as:
John Lennon’s “Imagine”
“One Voice”
“Cantar”
“Aleleloila” from Finland
“Hold Me, Rock Me”
“This Train Don’t Carry Sinners” and others that will have you singing in the pews!
Free will donations will be accepted at the door. The second floor sanctuary is accessible through a lift from the ground floor.
ALL ARE WELCOME!

Feast of Saint Luke: Holy Eucharist
2024-10-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday October 20 for a service of Holy Eucharist as we celebrate Saint Luke, our Patronal Saint. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as the Preacher and Presider. Beth Warren will play the organ.
Scripture Readings:
Ecclesiasticus 38
Psalm 147
2 Timothy 4:5-13
Luke 4:14-21
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am. All are welcome!
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.

21st Sunday after Pentecost: Holy Eucharist
2024-10-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for a service of Holy Eucharist as we celebrate the 21st Sunday after Pentecost. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as Preacher and Presider. Scripture readings are:
Amos 5:6-7, 10-15
Psalm 90: 12-17
Hebrews 4: 12-16
Mark 10:17-31
Coffee hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome!
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service live on YouTube

Taste and See: The Fruit of the Spirit. Workshop led by Br. Clayton Johnson, BSG
2024-10-12 09:30 - 14:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us in celebrating Saint Luke Day (transposed from October 18) with a special workshop led by Brother Clayton Johnson, a Friar in the Brotherhood of St. Gregory, a religious community recognized under the canons of The Episcopal Church and in communion with the Holy See of Canterbury.
His workshop Taste and See: The Fruit of the Spirit is based on Paul’s Letter to the Galatians 5: 22-23. Join us for this interactive, fun and inspiring workshop exploring spiritual gifts of Love, Joy, Peace, Patience/Forbearance, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control. The workshop is co-sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women of Saint Luke. Reserve your place by Wednesday October 10 by calling the church office, 717-653-4977 or by emailing stlukesmountjoy@gmail.com. A $25 donation is requested to cover the cost of lunch and workshop materials.

Taize Worship led by Musician William Wright and Br. A J Robbins
2024-10-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Saturday October 5, 2024 at 5 pm for our monthly service of Taize worship. Refresh your soul in our candlelit sanctuary, while chanting sung prayers led by Lancaster musician, William Wright. Br. AJ Robbins of the Community of Francis and Clare will serve as Prayer Leader. During the service, you are encouraged to meditate and give thanks for the season of harvest.
All are welcome!

Blessing of the Animals: Saint Francis of Assisi
2024-10-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Bring your four legged furry friends to be blessed by the Reverend Martha Harris, Priest in Charge, and the Reverend Eleanor Garner, Retired. We will gather outdoors on the lawn at Saint Luke at 4 pm for a sacred service based on the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi. We will remember the pets who live with us now and those who are no longer with us.
All are welcome!

Wednesday Morning Prayer
2024-10-02 10:00 - 10:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 9 am at the Mount Joy Friary, 211 Market Street in Mount Joy. Enjoy snacks and casual conversation with friends of Morning Prayer.
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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19th Sunday after Pentecost: Join us at Columbia Crossing Visitor Center
2024-09-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Columbia Crossing, 41 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, 17512, United States
Join us on Sunday September 29 at 10 am for a joint worship service with our friends from @SaintPaulColumbia for a celebratory service of Creation Care and Holy Eucharist – followed by our Parish Picnic.
Note: No services will be held at Saint Luke or at Saint Paul on this day.
Preacher and Presider will be the Reverend Martha Harris, Priest in Charge of both churches.
Scripture Readings:

Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29
Psalm 8
Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10: 2 – 16

Bring a lawn chair and a salad to share during our PotLuck Picnic in the pavillion next to the Visitor Center.
All we are welcome. Note, this service will not be recorded on YouTube.

Spaghetti Dinner!
2024-09-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on September 26, 2024 from 5 – 7 pm for a delicious Spaghetti Dinner and community event. All proceeds will benefit the refurbishment and repair of the beautiful historic stained glass windows that grace our Sanctuary.
Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling/texting Gail Fridy: 717-538-0810
Adults: $15, children $10.
Thank you for your support of Saint Luke Episcopal Church

18th Sunday after Pentecost: Holy Eucharist
2024-09-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on the 18th Sunday after Pentecost for a service of Holy Eucharist. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as Preacher and Presider. Beth Warren will play the organ.
Scripture Readings:
Jeremiah 11: 18 – 20
Psalm 54
James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a
Mark 9:30-37
All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion. Join us for fellowship during Coffee Hour at 9L30 am
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@saintlukesepiscopalchurchm1591

Taize Worship
2024-09-07 17:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for our monthly service of Taize worship, featuring music and chants from the religious community in Taize, France Heather Trenary will play the chants on the flute. Father Bradley Mattson, Rector, Hope Episcopal Church will lead the vocal chants.
Meditation Theme: Creation Care.
Enjoy this devotional time of candlelight, music enhanced prayer and reflection. All are welcome.

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Holy Eucharist
2024-09-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us in celebrating the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with a service of Holy Eucharist. All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion in the Episcopal Church. The Reverend Martha Harris, Priest in Charge, will preach and preside.
Scripture readings:
Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9
Psalm 15
James 1: 17-27
Gospel of Mark 7:1-8, 14-15. 21-23
Join us for Coffee Hour beginning at 9:30 am.
Not able to join us in person, catch the service on YouTube:
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Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Morning Prayer
2024-08-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for a service of Morning Prayer on the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost. All are welcome to join us in this contemplative service of scripture and prayer.
Readings:
Joshua 24: 1 – 2a, 14-18
Psalm 34: 15-22
Ephesians 6:10-20
John 6:56-59
Come early and enjoy Coffee Hour beginning at 9:30 am in the Undercroft
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel
