Saint Luke Episcopal Church | Mount Joy, PA

Taize Worship
2025-05-03 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Saturday May 3 at 5 pm for our monthly service based on the prayers and chants from the religious community of Taize, France. Musician Bill Wright will lead the chants on piano and vocals. Enjoy moments of silence in between readings of scripture and chants. Connect with the divine in our candelit sanctuary. A wine and cheese reception will follow in the St. Francis Room. All are welcome

Easter Sunday: Festal Eucharist and Wearing of Bonnets and Bow Ties
2025-04-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Easter Sunday to celebrate Christ’s Resurrection. Instead of an Easter Egg hunt, Saint Luke invites you to wear your best Easter Bonnet and Bow Tie! Filled Easter eggs will be available to take home. Skip the hunt and celebrate Easter in style at Saint Luke! The Reverend Martha Harris will preach and preside. All are welcome!
Scripture readings for Easter are:

Isaiah 65:17-25
1 Corinthians 15:19-26
Luke 24:1-12
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24

Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel

Good Friday: The Way of the Cross
2025-04-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us in the Sanctuary at Saint Luke on Good Friday, April 18 between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm for a time of private devotion and prayer.
Retired Reverend Eleanor Garner will arrive at 5 pm to guide participants through the Stations of the Cross pictures on the walls of the Sanctuary. Meditate and pray on the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ who died on the Cross this day.
Let us pray, Assist us mercifully with your help, O Lord God of our salvation that we may enter with joy upon the contemplation of the mighty acts, whereby you have given us life and immortality, through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN

Maundy Thursday: Bible Foods Luncheon and Liturgy
2025-04-17 12:00 - 14:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
On Maundy Thursday April 17, join us at noon in the Undercroft for a potluck Bible Foods luncheon followed by a service of Holy Eucharist and foot washing at 1 pm. At the conclusion of the service, the altar will be stripped in preparation for Good Friday.
This service remembers the Last Supper that Jesus had with his disciples. All are welcome.
Sample Bible Foods include:
Hummus and pita bread
Grapes
Olives
Cheese and Bread
Lentil Stew.
Not sure what to bring? Call the church office, 717-653-4977
All are welcome!

Morning Prayer: Holy Wednesday Rite 1
2025-04-16 10:00 - 10:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Wednesday April 16 at 10 am during Holy Week for our weekly gathering of Morning Prayer. Today’s service will use the Rite 1 liturgy for Morning Prayer, which can be found on pages 37-60 of the Book of Common Prayer. The service will be led by Br. David Rutledge, CFC.
The readings are:

Isaiah 50:4-9a
Hebrews 12:1-3
John 13:21-32
Psalm 70

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Palm Sunday
2025-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on the Sunday of Christ’s Passion: Palm Sunday for a service of Holy Eucharist. The service will begin outdoors with a procession of palms into the sanctuary for worship. The Reverend Martha Harris, Rector, will preach and preside at the service.
Scripture lessons:
Isaiah 50: 4-9a
Psalm 31
Philippians 2: 5-11
Luke 23: 1-49
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on Saint Luke’s YouTube Channel.
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome.

Palm Cross Making Workshop
2025-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Ever wondered how to make a cross from dried palm fronds? Just in time for Palm Sunday, Judy Funk, Parish Life Coordinator, Saint Luke, will show you how to expertly turn those long fronds into a cross that will remind you of Christ’s passion. Join her in the Undercroft on Saturday April 12 at 10 am and have fun making palm crosses for your family and friends,

Morning Prayer: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
2025-04-09 10:00 - 10:30
Join us on Wednesday April 9 at 10 am for Morning Prayer. We will remember the life and witness of the late German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer. who was killed by the Germany army for his unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ. Br. David Rutledge, CFC, will lead the service.
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5th Sunday in Lent: Holy Eucharist
2025-04-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Sunday April 6, 2025 as we celebrate the fifth Sunday of Lent. Our service includes Holy Eucharist, with the Reverend Martha Harris preaching and presiding.
Scripture lessons:
Isaiah 43: 16-21
Psalm 126
Philippians 3:4b-14
Luke 12: 1-8
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on Saint Luke’s YouTube channel.
Join us for Coffee Hour at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome

Taize Worship Service: Lent
2025-04-05 17:00 - 18:00
Join us on Saturday April 5, 2025 at 5 pm for our monthly service of Taize worship, featuring sung chants and music from the religious community of Taize, France. Fr. Rick Bauer, Rector of St. Edward’s Episcopal Church, will play the guitar and lead the chants. Br. David Rutledge will serve as Worship Leader.
Nourish your soul in our candlelit sanctuary as you draw closer to the divine. All are welcome.

Wednesday Morning Prayer
2025-04-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-05 10:00 - 10:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
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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Lent 4: Holy Eucharist at Saint Paul, Columbia
2025-03-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Saint Paul Episcopal Church, 340 Locust Street, Columbia, PA, 17512, United States
Join us on Sunday March 30, 2025 at 10 am for our joint worship service with our sister parish, Saint Paul Episcopal Church in Columbia. The Fourth Sunday of Lent is known as Laetere Sunday – when priests wear pink and rejoicing that the season of Lent is nearing its end.
The Reverend Martha Harris, who serves as Rector of both Saint Luke and Saint Paul, will preach and preside. If you haven’t experienced worship in Saint Paul’s beautiful sanctuary, you’re in for a treat. Celebrate Laetere Sunday with friends and family at Saint Paul. Stay for coffee hour after the service.
Note, this service will not be on YouTube. Join us in person at 10 am at Saint Paul, Columbia.
Lessons:
Joshua 5:9-12
Psalm 32
2 Corinthians 5: 16-21
Gospel of Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32
All are welcome!

Healthy People, Healthy Movements Workshop
2025-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Healthy People, Healthy Movements: Safety, Wellness and Prevention in Activism

A skillshare by Ryan Donnelly, RN from We Keep Us Safe-Lancaster, PA

Cost: Free (donation accepted)
Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/HPHM1 (you might have to copy and paste link into browser) or through email (wkuslancaster@gmail.com)
WKUS-L is a project to facilitate skill shares/training and networking between individuals, groups and organizations. The goal is to increase the skill level of organizers/activists and the general public to be more effective in our efforts to create change.

Ryan is a BSN trained RN working currently in Pediatrics, with experience in inpatient acute care rehab,outpatient and public health at a FQHC. Prior to becoming a nurse, he worked as a LMT and certified personal trainer. He was trained as a street medic 20+ years ago with Chicago Action Medic and has volunteered as one many times over the years, most recently during BLM.

Lenten Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke: Session # 3
2025-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us at 7 pm on Wednesday March 26 for our third session on the Gospel of Luke. We will examine the unique roles of women in Luke’s Gospel. Our Rector, Pastor Martha Harris and Saint Paul parishioner Karen Freitag will lead the sacred process for reading scripture known as Lectio Divina. Have your Bible handy and log in to participate in the conversation. If you don’t have the zoom link, please call or text Pastor Martha, 717-575-7465.
A recording of the zoom meeting will be shared on Monday March 31, 2025 at the home of a parishioner in Mount Joy at 1:30 pm.
Send a message to the website or through our Facebook page if you need directions to the Monday afternoon gathering or the link for the Wednesday night zoom session.

Lent 3: Morning Prayer
2025-03-22 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday March 22 at 11 am for Morning Prayer as we mark the Third Sunday of Lent. Parishioner Nancy Kiser will be the worship leader. The lessons are:
Exodus 3: 1-15
Psalm 63: 1-8
1 Corinthians 10: 1-13
Gospel of Luke 13: 1-9
All are welcome. Please join us at 9:30 am in the Undercroft for Coffee Hour.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube Channel.

Lenten Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke: Second Session
2025-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Wednesday night March 19 at 7 pm via ZOOM as we continue our deep dive into the Gospel of Luke. Our Rector, Pastor Martha Harris will co-host a discussion on the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son parables which appear only in Luke’s Gospel. Saint Paul Parishioner Karen Freitag will lead the sacred way to read scripture known as Lectio Divina Text or Call 717-575-7465 for the ZOOM link.
A recording of the evening session will be shared during our in person gathering at 1:30 pm on Monday March 24 the home of a parishioner in Mount Joy. We hope you can join us.

Bible Study on the Gospel of Lent - In Person on Monday afternoons
2025-03-17 13:30 - 15:00
Join us as we pray and reflect on the Gospel of Luke in preparation for Holy Week. Our in-person gatherings begin on Monday March 17 at 1:30 pm in the home of Shirley Wagner. The course continues for three additional Mondays, concluding April. Registration is free. Sign up using the form below:
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Bring your Bible and join in the holy conversation. We look forward to seeing you! Our meeting location in Mount Joy will be sent to you after you register.

Second Sunday in Lent: Holy Eucharist
2025-03-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for the second Sunday in Lent when we continue our solemn journey to the Cross. The Preacher and Presider will be the Rev. Martha Harris, Rector.
Scripture Lessons
Genesis 15: 1-12, 17-18
Psalm 27
Philippians 3:17-4:1
Luke 13:31-35
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.

Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke
2025-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Saint Paul Episcopal Church, 340 Locust Street, Columbia, PA, 17512, United States
Saint Luke and Saint Paul, Columbia invite you to participate in our Lenten Bible Study focused on the Gospel of Luke. Dr. Greg Carey, New Testament Scholar from Lancaster Theological Seminary, will begin our four week course. Join us on Wednesday evening March 12 at 7 pm via Zoom. If you prefer to participate on Monday afternoon beginning on March 17 at 1:30 pm, that option is available. The evening and afternoon sessions will cover the same material so there is no need to participate in both
Registration is free. Just indicate which day(s) and location you plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you.
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First Sunday in Lent: Holy Eucharist REMEMBER: Spring Forward 1 hour
2025-03-09 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for the first Sunday in Lent when we begin our solemn journey to the Cross. The Preacher and Presider will be the Rev. Martha Harris, Rector.
Scripture Lessons
Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Psalm 91: 1-2, 9-16
Romans 10: 8b-13
Luke: 4:1-13
Coffee Hour begins at 9:30 am. All are welcome.
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service on our YouTube channel.

Ash Wednesday Service with Imposition of Ashes
2025-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on March 5, 2025 at 10 am in the Sanctuary for a solemn Ash Wednesday Service featuring the the Imposition of Ashes. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Holy season of Lent. The preacher and presider will be the Reverend Martha Harris, Rector of Saint Luke Episcopal Church.
Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return. BCP, page 265.
All are welcome.

Mardi Gras Comes to Mount Joy!
2025-03-04 16:00 - 19:00
The community is invited to our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 4 – 7 pm on Tuesday March 4, 2025. The Undercroft at Saint Luke will be transformed into a celebration worthy of Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Mardi Gras marks the final day of Ordinary Time before the Lenten season begins the next day on Ash Wednesday. This scrumptious tradition brings the community together for a hearty meal in celebration of Mardi Gras and the beginning of the Lenten season.
Take-out is available as well as seated dining. The dinner features all-you-can-eat pancakes, served with savory link sausages, a fresh fruit cup, and beverages—all at an affordable price. Back by popular demand, Shrimp & Grits will be served as an à la carte option, adding a Southern flair to the jazzy menu. Tickets are: $10 for Adults, Under 10 years old $5, children under 5: FREE. Shrimp & Grits for $5. All funds raised support the ministries and operations of Saint Luke Episcopal Church.
Complete the RSVP form below to ensure your seat at this popular community event!

The Last Sunday after the Epiphany: The Transfiguration of Christ
2025-03-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for a service of Morning Prayer in the Sanctuary as we celebrate the Last Sunday after the Epiphany and the Transfiguration of Christ. Worship leader will be parishioner Jim Johnson.
Scripture Readings:
Exodus 34: 29-35
Psalm 99
2 Corinthians 3: 12-4:2
Luke 9:28-343a
Coffee hour begins at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. Come and enjoy fellowship with your Saint Luke family and friends.
All are welcome.

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Taize Worship Service
2025-03-01 17:00 - 18:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us on Saturday March 1 for our monthly service of scripture, chants and prayer, modeled after the worship services offered by the religious community in Taize, France. Draw close to the divine as you meditate and reflect on the Transfiguration of Christ in our serene, candlelit sanctuary. Musician Gretchen Thomas will play the piano and lead the chants. All are welcome.

The Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany: Holy Eucharist
2025-02-23 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a service of Holy Eucharist as we mark The Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany. Today’s Gospel lesson continues with Jesus’ Sermon on the Plain Luke: 6: 27-38. The Reverend Martha Harris, Rector, will preach and preside.
Coffee hour is available at 9:30 am in the Undercroft. All are welcome!
Not able to join us in person? Watch the service live on our YouTube Channel.

Morning Prayer: Cathechists and Martyrs
2025-02-19 10:00 - 10:30 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join Br. David Rutledge and the Rev. Martha Harris, Rector as we explore the three Cathechists and Martyrs honored on February 19, 2025. The service follows Rite II of the Book of Common Prayer. The service will be held in the St. Francis Room in the Education Building, located behind the Sanctuary.
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Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany: Holy Eucharist
2025-02-16 11:00 - 12:00
Our Epiphany Journey continues on the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany. Jesus begins his sermon on the Plain, in the Gospel of Luke 6: 17-26. Similar but different than the Beatitudes found in Matthew: 5, Luke’s version begins with “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” Jesus’ brings us a different view of who is blessed. Join with old and new friends as we worship together the God of peace and Savior of us all.
The full lectionary text can be found here.
https://www.lectionarypage.net/YearC_RCL/Epiphany/CEpi6_RCL.html
The Reverend Martha Harris will preach and preside at the service.
Join us for coffee hour in the Undercroft at 9:30 am. See you then!
Not able to join us in person, watch the service on our YouTube channel.

2025 Parish Annual Meeting
2025-02-09 12:00 - 14:00
2024 annual report February 9, 2025.docx
All members are invited to participate in Saint Luke’s Annual Parish Meeting TODAY at noon. Soup, salad and dessert will be provided. You can download the 2024 Annual Report here 2024 annual report feb 9, 2025.docx. Not able to join us in person due to the weather? Log into the meeting on ZOOM.
Topic: 2025 Annual Parish Meeting
Time: Feb 9, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany: Holy Eucharist
2025-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Saint Luke Episcopal Church, Mount Joy PA
Join us for worship in person and online as we celebrate the fifth Sunday after the Epiphany. The Reverend Martha Harris will serve as Preacher and Presider. Scripture lessons are:
Isaiah 6: 1-13
Psalm 138
1 Corinthians 15: 1-11
Gospel of Luke 5: 1 – 11
The service will be streamed live on https://youtube.com/@saintlukesepiscopalchurchm1591?si=ZL72Jh71-mRZfH86
Stay safe. Join us as you can. All are welcome.
