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THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
NOVEMBER 2015 NOVIEMBRE 2015
The Messenger ~ El Mensajero
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH ~ SAN LUCAS IGLESIA EPISCOPAL
Volume 46
Issue 9
Rector’s Corner THANKSGIVING The Eucharist, our regular Sunday form of wor-
ship, is known as the Great Thanksgiving. We
formally gather to praise, thank, and pray to God
for ourselves and for the world. Our Eucharistic pray-
ers use the phrase, ‘a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiv-
ing’ in contrast to the theology of repeating or adding
to the sacrifice of Christ, to describe what we are doing
as the gathered body of Christ.
November is the month of our secular holiday,
Thanksgiving. We celebrate the day the First Nations
people taught the new arrivals from Europe how to
survive winter and learn to live in the New World. The
irony of the welcome given to invaders who would
displace the First Nations can no longer be avoided by
ignoring the attending genocide. Yet it remains a story
of hope that different peoples will find common
ground in helping each other, sharing with compas-
sion.
We have other nations among us these days: Coming
from all over the world, speaking the languages that
were taught them by other empires, they come here
seeking life and hope. Our celebration on Wednesday
evening, November 25, is another coming together to
serve each other food. Come, celebrate the Thanksgiv-
ing in the way we have learned, with the foods we
found in the New World, and pray for peace among
the nations. Fr. Jaime Case
(English articles continue, page 5)
Rincón del Rector
ACCIÓN DE GRACIAS La Eucaristía, nuestra forma de alabar a Dios cada
domingo, se conoce también como El Gran Acción
de Gracias. Nos reunimos formalmente para ala-
bar, dar gracias, y pedir a Dios por nosotros mismos y
por el mundo. Nuestra oración eucarística usa la frase
“un sacrificio de alabanza y acción de gracias” se con-
trasta de la teología de repetición del sacrificio de Cris-
to, para describir lo que estamos haciendo como el
cuerpo de Cristo reunido.
Noviembre es el mes de nuestra fiesta secular, Día de
Acción de Gracias. Celebramos el día que las Primeras
Naciones indígenas enseñaron a los recién llegados de
Europa como sobrevivir el invierno y aprender vivir en
el Mundo Nuevo. La ironía de la bienvenida dada a
invasores que desplazarán los Pueblos Originales no se
puede evitar por ignorar la genocida. A pesar de eso
sigue siendo una historia de esperanza que pueblos
ajenos encontrarían compartir los bienes, ayudando a
otros con compasión.
Hay otras naciones entre nosotros estos días: Vienen de
todas partes del mundo, con idiomas de otros impe-
rios, buscando vida y esperanza. Nuestra celebración
en la tarde de miércoles, el 25 de noviembre, es otra
manera de reunirnos para servir uno al otro con comi-
da. Vengan, celebren el Día de Acción de Gracias en la
manera que aprendimos, con comidas de la Tierra
Nueva, y oren por la paz en las naciones.
Padre Jaime Case
CAMBIO DE HORAS ESTE DOMINGO
AJUSTEN SUS RELOJES ATRÁS UNA HORA
CUANDO SE ACUESTA
SABADO, 31 DE OCTUBRE
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 .
BE SURE TO ADJUST YOUR CLOCK
BACK 1 HOUR WHEN YOU GO TO BED
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31!
2 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
Meta 1: Relaciones más estrechas entre Hispanos y Anglos
LIBRO DE RECORDACIÓN El Libro de Recordación estará disponible en el Atrio
de la iglesia para que usted pueda añadir los
nombres de sus seres queridos que han partido. Los
nombres serán leídos en todos las misas el domingo,
1 de Noviembre Día de los Santos.
TODOS LOS SANTOS Y SANTAS Hemos colocado El libro de Recordación en la entra-
da de la iglesia para que todos puedan escribir los
nombres de los seres queridos que han fallecido. El
domingo, 1 de noviembre vamos a incluir todos los
nuestras oraciones en las tres misas.
FIESTA DE ACCIÓN DE GRACIAS Miércoles, el 25 de noviembre a las 6:00 celebramos
nuestra Fiesta de Acción de Gracias. Ha sido un favo-
rito para reunir el pueblo de San Lucas ~ St. Luke’s
por muchos años, con más que 100 miembros de to-
das las misas asistiendo juntos a celebrar nuestras for
-tunas. Por favor, venga a juntarse, traiga su comida
favorita para compartir, especialmente las comidas
típicas de Día de Acción de Gracias como pavo, pa-
pas machucadas, camote. Si no trae algo se acepta
una donación para comprar pavos.
La lista para indicar su participación y asis-tencia se
coloca el 1 de noviembre en el atrio. Por favor, in-
dique en esta hoja si van a asistir y cuantos están en
su grupo. Pregun-tas? Llame a Melanie Kenoyer.
Meta 2: Expandir Programas Sociales
HOPE (Esperanza)
Servicio para Niños Escolares Sin Casa 4ª Colaboración con Burgerville
Gracias, a todos que apoyaron el esfuerzo para estu-
diantes sin casa el mes pasado. En propinas ganamos
$424, y ventas un poco mas de $300, que es mejor que
la vez pasada. Fue estupendo cuantos vinieron en
medio de las horas. Las jovencitas Maddie y Cora
fueron las mejores camareras.
Den Mark Wichar
INFORME DEL MINISTERIO A LA
COMUNIDAD • El Ministerio a la Comunidad está pidiendo sus
donaciones de calcetines y ropa interior nueva o
usada pero en buenas condiciones para niños
hasta el domingo 15 de noviembre. Estas
donaciones serán enviadas a la Escuela Primaria
Washington.
• Calcetines para adultos son de alta necesidad.
• Se necesitan voluntarios para el armario de ropa /
para turnos repartiendo bolsas de comida /
clasificación armario de ropa.
• Se necesitan los pantalones de los hombres del
tamaño 32-36.
• Se necesitan ropa de invierno y zapatos para
hombres y mujeres.
• Se necesitan donaciones de alimentos para la
despensa alimentaria
• El programa Giving Tree en Navidad comenzará a
mediados de noviembre.
• Se estarán recolectando alimentos no perecederos
para las cestas de comida de Navidad a principios
de diciembre.
La Próxima reunión del Ministerio a la
Comunidad será el miércoles 11 de noviembre a
las 6:30 pm en la Biblioteca. Todo el que quiera
venir es bienvenido.
ARTES MANUALES Este año la venta de Manualidades y Regalos de
Navidad será el 21 & 22 de noviembre, la semana an-
tes del Día de Acción de Gracias. No es demasiado
temprano para planificar su manualidad. Aun de va-
caciones o descansando, puede amarrar algo para
vender. Si tienen ideas o sugerencias hazle saber a
Joseph Ziemba, [email protected].
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Meta 3: Crecer En Fe
REPORTE DEL GUARDIÁN MAYOR “Que canta, ora dos veces.” –
Atribuido a San Agustín
El ministerio de la música en San Lucas – St. Luke´s
es vivo y creciendo. Tim Nickel y Willy Silva arre-
glan música cada domingo para a las 10 y a la 1, res-
pectivamente. Tim también provee música para la
Víspera de Jazz 6 veces el año. Ambos crean misas
especiales durante Navidad, Semana Santa y Pascua.
Este año para el domingo de Ramos, se ofreció un
evento especial de La Pasión de San Juan por J.S.
Bach, con orquestra.
El coro, que consta de 20 voluntarios, canta casi to-
dos los domingos a las 10. La banda de Willy ha cre-
cido a 5 miembros y acompaña la misa de 1 pm. Te-
nemos un coro de campanas que toca varias veces el
año, añadiendo dimensiones a nuestra música. Nue-
vos músicos serán bienvenidos para el coro de las 10
y la banda de la 1.
Los himnos son seleccionados de varios himnarios.
Generalmente corresponded a las estaciones del año
eclesiástico y lecciones de la Biblia. “Los himnos son
poesía,” dice Tim. “Tienen más sentido si escuchas
tanto las palabras como la melodía.”
En el futuro, Willy intenta buscar nuevas canciones
para mejorar la música de la 1. Reconoce a Cheryl
Lee Holt por su asistencia fiel, y disfrutó de la misa
bilingüe. Tim va a usar el coro para enseñar nuevas
canciones a la misa de 10. Está trabajando con el co-
mité le música para enfocar sobre nuestro nuevo
piano Steinway, generosamente dado por Janet y Da-
rrell Williams, para compartir música con la comuni-
dad. El reconoce a Beth Lawson por dirigir hábil-
mente el coro este otoño y también nuestra soprano
profesional, Catherine van der Salm.
Contactos: Willy Silva 503-956-9337
Tim Nickel [email protected]
ESCUELA DOMINICAL Ya ha llegado el tiempo de pensar en los días festivos
y fantásticas tradiciones que se acercan. Una
tradición importante para los niños es el programa
de Navidad. Si usted piensa que a su hijo o hija le
gustaría participar en el programa de Navidad, por
favor tráigalos el sábado, 19 de diciembre, a practicar
y a participar en la fiesta para ese día. Los niños de la
misa de los 10:00AM practicaran a las 10:00AM el 19
de Diciembre y luego todos pueden venir y disfrutar
una fiesta para festejar la programa de Navidad a las
12:00PM. Los niños de la misa de la 1:00PM van a
practicar de la 1:00PM de la tarde hasta las 2:00PM.
El programa se va a realizar el domingo 20 de Dic-
iembre. Esperamos tener tiempo muy divertido con
todos los niños y siguiendo nuestras bonitas tradi-
ciones.
Herlinda Marquez
GRUPO DE JÓVENES Tenemos una noche para Jóvenes en noviembre.
7 de noviembre 6:00-8:00 – Noche de Juegos con Piz-
za. Llevar disfrazo opcional.
JYC DE OTOÑO Fechas: Viernes 20 de noviembre, 7:00 de la tarde al
domingo 22 de noviembre, 12:30.
Costo: $35. Becas se regalan.
Local: Trinity (La Trinidad) Iglesia en Everett, WA
Acompáñenos para el JYC del otoño. Con juegos que
establecen compañerismo, este es el lugar para en-
contrar amigos que te ayuden superar todo. 50 jóve-
nes se junta de todas partes de Washington del
oriente, para compartir la música, adoración y diver-
sión.
Más Información: Denis Brumbaugh:
[email protected], Office of Faith Formation
Registrar: https://www.ecww.org/civicrm/event/
info?id=222&reset=1
Inscripción termina domingo, 15 de noviembre.
FIESTA DE PRIMERA COMUNIÓN La Fiesta de Primera Comuniones se celebra el
10 de enero de 2016. La próxima serie de clases
comienza en marzo. Clases se reúnen a las
12:00PM del mediodía en el Sótano del Salón
Parroquial. Los padres deben inscribirse y asistir
a clases durante la misma hora que los niños, y
4 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
toda la familia debe de asistir a la Misa de la
1:00PM. Antes de inscribirse, la familia debe
asistir A la Misa y consultar con el P. Jaime.
Administración y Finanzas NOTICIAS SOBRE LA CAMPAÑA
DE PROMESAS Gracias por completar sus tarjetas de promesas fi-
nancieras. El día para entregarlas es el domingo 15
de noviembre. Les agradecemos por su generosidad
y compromiso con los objetivos de nuestra iglesia.
Las promesas son la base económica para el presu-
puesto del próximo año. Esperamos lograr grandes
cosas juntos.
Si usted todavía está no está seguro o segura de
cuánto va a dar, vea la lista en este boletín de nues-
tros logros hasta la fecha en 2015. Hemos logrado
mucho gracias a la generosidad de nuestros feligre-
ses. Sin embargo, hay mucho más por hacer. Es
bueno recordar que es un privilegio participar en
tantos ministerios de ayuda a nuestra comunidad.
No pierda la oportunidad de contribuir generosa-
mente a la obra de Dios. Sharon Mayhew, Vestry Member
DOMINGO DE RECOLECCIÓN El domingo 15 de noviembre será la celebración de
recolección de las Promesas para 2016. Por favor,
recuerde enviar su hoja de promesa financiera por
correo electrónico o correo regular en o antes del 15
de Noviembre. Las hojas de promesas serán
bendecidas en todas la misas.
LOGROS PARA 2015 Meta 1: Forjar una relación más estrecha entre lati-
nos y anglos
Cura bilingüe enviado por la Diócesis
Coordinadora de Escuela Dominical bilingüe
(también Meta 3)
Sillas en el Atrio para madres y bebés cuando lloran
Clases de Primera Comunión bilingües (también Me-
ta 3)
Domingo de Bienvenida, Comida Mexicana, y Misas
Bilingües
Meta 2: Servicio Social
Comenzamos las Clases de Inglés, la cual está cre-
ciendo
Expandir el almacén de ropa
Más voluntarios activos
Más esfuerzo para Paz y Justicia en la comunidad
Ayuda económica a las familias de los Apartamentos
Ghim
Proyecto ambiental con Diócesis del Sur de las
Filipinas
Una red de distribución para materiales y comida
que nos sobran
Boletos del Autobús
HOPE Proyecto para apoyar a niños escolares sin
casas en Burgerville
Distribución de artículos de aseo personal
Materiales escolares
Donación de Sangre a la Cruz Roja 3 veces
“Shower” el Día de las Madres para madres y bebés
con necesidad
Meta 3: Crecimiento Espiritual:
Materiales para Jugar Junto a Dios
Foro para adultos
Clases de Confirmación
Más maestros
Coordinadora de Escuela Dominical bilingüe
(también Meta 1)
Clase de Primera Comunión Bilingüe
(también Meta 1)
Meta 4: Cuidado Pastoral:
Visitación mensual de los que no pueden de asistir a
la misa (entre 13-20 individuos)
Atención a las personas en sus últimos días de vida
Comida congelada para familias en emergencia
Comenzar el ministerio de compañeros de oración
Nuestros Edificios:
Reparación el Salón Parroquial
Cortaron los árboles grandes
Inspección de los vitrales
Creación de una oficina con computadora para
Archivero
Un Nuevo Piano Steinway
Instalación de luces con bombillas de alta eficiencia
Instalación de piedra angular del 2nd edificio de la
THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO 5
Iglesia en el Atrio
Instalación de un estante para las almohadas en la
parte de atrás de la Nave
Compraron nuevas vestimentas litúrgicas
REPORTE DEL GUARDIÁN MENOR Hemos completado el primer paso en arreglos des-
pués de construcción. Los árboles, inclusivo lo del
vecino, se cortaron ramos muertos o demasiado cer-
canos al edificio o líneas de electricidad. Próximo es
quitar los cepas de arbustos por el norte de los edifi-
cios. Un camión de tierra se ordena para estirar sobre
los jardines y poner plantas y semillas de pasto.
La primera fase de instalar luces de LED se ha com-
pletado especialmente en el santuario y la capilla. An-
tes de cambiarlas se usaba 13,680 vatios de luces in-
candescentes, costando más que $900 por año. Ahora
utilizan 1,680 vatios, de costo de $112., un ahorro de
88%. Un gran agradecimiento a John Mathieu por ha-
cer el trabajo. Con esta porción completada ahora
puede él pedir una auditoría por PUD para aplicar
por el rebajo que pagará mucho del costo de las nue-
vas luces.
Lew Hampton, Guardían Menor
ENVÍEN SUS FOTOS A LA OFICINA ¿Has tomado fotos durante eventos o servicios en St.
Luke’s ~ San Lucas este año? Si los has hecho, nos
gustaría poder contar con sus fotos. Las fotos
representan parte de nuestra historia y también
pueden ser usadas para ayudar a promocionar
nuestra iglesia. Por favor, grabé las fotos en un CD, si
es en formato digital, o préstenos las fotos para poder
a escanear y llevarlos a la oficina. Es muy útil si desea
etiquetar el evento y que está en cada foto, si es
posible. ¡¡¡Gracias!!!
SALVAGUARDANDO LOS NIÑOS DE
DIOS entrenamiento lunes, 9 de noviembre de
12:30 a 3:30 en Good Shepherd, 805 SE Ellsworth Rd,
Vancouver, en el Youth Building. Debe uno llamar a
la oficina en 360-892-7770 o mandar email a offi-
CONVENCIÓN DIOCESANA La Convención de la Diócesis de Olympia se ha pro-
gramado para el 13 y 14 de noviembre. Nuestra Igle-
sia manda 4 representantes laicos, y nuestros dos sa-
cerdotes. Si usted quiere ser un suplente o represen-
tante, hable con P. Jaime para saber cómo.
DIRECTORY UPDATES Are you a new member and would like a parish di-
rectory or somehow didn’t receive one? Changes to
your directory information? Please contact Kris in the
church office at 360-696-0181 or by email,
ADDS
NASH, Shasta
Harlowe
360-977-7764
12806 NE 43rd Cir Vancouver, WA 98682
MOSER, Mary Lou
360-695-8286
5600 NE 45th St Vancouver, WA 98661-2907
CHANGES/CORRECTIONS
GELLATLY, Elizabeth (Beth) - Name Change to
IVEY, Elizabeth Anne (Beth)
MARQUEZ, Amando & Herlinda
Arianna
14607 NE 70th St. Vancouver, WA 98682
SILVA, Willy
1277 NE Birkshire Ct Hillsboro, OR 97124
503-956-9337
DELETES
ANDREWS, Kenneth (Deceased)
GREENE, Max Todd (Deceased)
HUDSON, Brandon & JOHNSON, Ty
716 Henryetta St Springdale, AR 72762
(Moved Away) (Phones & emails remain the same)
6 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
INSTALLATION OF THE MOST
REV. MICHAEL BRUCE CURRY
AS XXVII PRESIDING BISHOP OF
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sunday November 1, this service will be webcast
live from the Washington National Cathedral’s web-
site beginning at 9AM P.S.T. Please join us in the
Chapel of the Holy Spirit at St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas to
watch this special service together.
OR
On demand video of the Eucharist will also be avail-
able on the cathedral’s YouTube to view at your lei-
sure from your home computer. https://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5YZtmFkNyU
Note of Interest: One of our own members will be
attending this service, Den Mark Wichar. He was a
lucky lottery winner of a ticket for this service.
Goal 1: Develop relationships between the Anglo & Hispanic
ALL SAINTS / ALL SOULS DAY We have placed a The Book of Remembrance in the
church entry for all to write in the names of depart-
ed loved ones. On Sunday, November 1, we will in-
clude all names in our prayers that have been
written in The Book of Remembrance.
Fr. Jaime Case
ANNUAL THANKSGIVING EVE
CELEBRATION On November 25th at 6 p.m., we will have our An-
nual Thanksgiving Eve celebration! This has been a
favorite get-together for St Luke's ~ San Lucas for
many years, with over 100 members of both services
joining together to celebrate our good fortune.
Please join us and bring your favorite dish to share
or bring one of those all-important parts of the
Thanksgiving meal, turkey, mashed potatoes, and
sweet potatoes. If you cannot bring something, a do-
nation towards turkey will be gladly accepted.
The sign-up sheet will be available starting Sunday,
November 1. Please sign up if you are coming, let us
know how many in your group will be there, and
come and enjoy the fellowship of St. Luke's ~ San
Lucas. Any questions? Ask Melanie Kenoyer.
Goal 2: Expand outreach
HOPE:
Homeless Outreach Pursuing Education
4th BURGERVILLE PARTNERSHIP
FOR HOMELESS STUDENTS Thank you, all who supported homeless students
last month. Tip jar total was $424, higher than in
previous partnerships, and the sales percentage
yielded just over $300, approximating previous
yields. Middle ninety minutes of the three hours
were crazy busy, but beginning & ending were
slower. Props to our several servers/bussers, espe-
cially Maddie and Cora.
Den Mark Wichar
OUTREACH REPORT Outreach is asking for your donations of chil-
dren's new or gently used socks and underwear
through Sunday, November 15th. These will be
sent to Washington Elementary School. Ruth
Werts is our liason with the school.
Adult socks are always needed.
Volunteers are needed for the clothes closet/
giving out food bags shifts/restocking/sorting
clothes closet.
Men's pants are needed size 32-36.
Winter clothing and shoes for men and women.
The Food pantry is low on food donations for
Road Bags and the Single and Family Home-
Cook bags.
The Christmas Giving Tree program will begin
in mid-November.
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Christmas Food Baskets will be collecting non-
perishable items in early December. A grocery
list to follow.
Next Outreach Meeting will be Wednesday, No-
vember 11th at 6:30 pm in the Library. Open to
anyone interested!
Thank you to everyone who has or will donate to
this vital ministry in time, funds, or supplies.
Kreta Saathoff
HOLIDAY-
CRAFT & GIFT
SALE
FOR SALE:
HANDCRAFTED
ITEMS MADE BY
PARISHIONERS And
GIFTS
DONATED BY
PARISHIONERS
“Regifted” items, cos-
tume jewelry, decora-
tive accessories, antiques, vintage Christmas orna-
ments and decorations, anything that would make a
nice Christmas gift.
HOW CAN I BE A PART OF THIS SALE?
1. Use your talents to make something for the
Craft Sale.
2. Start searching your attic or storage area for your
‘treasures” and get a tax deduction for the dona-
tion.
3. Sign up to help on either day. Sign up sheets will
be posted in the narthex beginning November 1st.
Bring your donated items to the stage area in the
parish hall beginning on Sunday, November 8th.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas has, for more than a century
and half, been giving to and supporting the Vancou-
ver and Southwest Washington community.
Our former rector, Rev. Edward Rankin and Dr.
Samuel Beall , a parishioner, initiated the Free Clinic
of Southwest Washington in 1990. Our archives and
vestry minutes are full of stories of our
involvement and generosity. The concern for the
community continues. Each week food, clothing and
daily bus passes are distributed to those in need.
Joseph Ziemba [email protected]
WALK AND KNOCK The annual Walk and Knock food drive is scheduled
for the First Saturday in December 5.
Get your food bags filled, labeled with WALK and
KNOCK and out on the front porch to be picked up.
Should you want to volunteer to help with the drive,
sign up on their website www.walkandknock.org.
This would also be a good time to make a food dona-
tion or financial donation to the St. Luke's ~ San Lu-
cas food pantry.
Goal 3: Spiritual Growth
SENIOR WARDEN’S REPORT “One who sings well prays twice” – attributed to St.
Augustine
The music ministry at St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas is vi-
brant and growing. Tim Nickel and Willy Silva or-
chestrate music every Sunday for the 10 AM and 1
PM services, respectively. Tim also provides music
for Jazz Vespers six times yearly. Both provide music
for special services during Christmas, Holy Week
and Easter. This year on Palm Sunday, St. Luke’s ~
San Lucas held a special evening service performing
portions of J. S. Bach’s “St. John’s Passion”, a major
choral work with full orchestra accompaniment.
The choir, currently about 20 volunteers, sings at 10
AM almost every Sunday. Willy’s band has grown to
5 members and accompanies the congregation at the
1 PM service. We also have a handbell choir that
plays several times a year, adding another dimen-
sion to our music. New musicians are welcome to
join the 10 AM choirs or 1 PM band.
Hymns for Sunday services are selected from a vari-
ety of sources generally corresponding with the
church season and the Sunday’s lessons. “Hymns are
8 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
poetry,” says Tim. “They are more meaningful if you
listen to the text as well as the melody.”
In the future, Willy plans to find new songs and im-
prove arrangements for the 1 PM band. He recogniz-
es Cheryl Lee Holt for her faithful assistance and en-
joyed our joint, bilingual services. Tim plans to use
the choir to help the 10 AM congregation learn new
songs. He is working with the music committee to
highlight our wonderful Steinway piano, generously
donated by Janet and Darrell Williams, to share mu-
sic with the community on an ongoing basis. He rec-
ognizes Beth Lawson for ably directing the choir this
fall and our professional soprano, Catherine van der
Salm.
Contacts: Willy Silva 503-956-9337
Tim Nickel [email protected]
SUNDAY SCHOOL It is that time of year that we are starting to think
about the holidays and the wonderful traditions that
come with them. An important tradition for our
Sunday school children is the Christmas pageant. If
you think your child would love to join us in this
wonderful occasion, please have them join us on
December 19th for our party and practice. The 10AM
service practice will begin at 10 AM. At 12 PM we
will have a party until about 1 PM and then the 1PM
service will get to practice until 2PM. Our pageant
will debut on Sunday, December 20th at both
services. We look forward to having a great time and
letting the children be a part of such a wonderful
and beautiful tradition.
Herlinda Marquez, Sunday School Coordinator
CELEBRATION OF
FIRST COMMUNION The celebration of communion class graduation will
be January 10, 2016. The next series of classes will
start in March. Classes will start at noon in the base-
ment. Parents should register the families and attend
class, and all family members should attend a Sun-
day Eucharist. Please see Fr. Jaime for more details.
YOUTH GROUP We will have one Youth Night in November.
November 7 – Game Night with Pizza.
Costumes are optional from 6-8PM
Becky and Gary Swisher and Don Lawry
FALL JYC (JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH CONFERENCE) Dates: Friday, November 20, 2015 - 7:00pm - Sun-
day, November 22, 2015 - 12:30pm
Cost: $35 - Scholarships available.
Location: Trinity Episcopal Church in Everett, WA
Join us for Fall JYC! With lots of community-
building games and activities, this is the place to
find friends who will be with you through it all!
Around 50 youth come together from all over West-
ern Washington to share in music, worship and fun!
For more information: Denise Brumbaugh:
[email protected] Office of Faith Formation
Register: https://www.ecww.org/civicrm/event/
info?id=222&reset=1
Registration will be closed on Sunday, November 15,
2015 at Midnight
ADULT FORUM Thanksgiving and Advent are in the air. Think of the
preparation at hand for these festive seasons. As we
prepare our feasts and festivities for friends and
families, let us not forget to prepare our hearts and
souls to welcome Christ. The Adult Forum will be
focusing on wonderful topics to help warm your
soul to the new liturgical year, including the final
week of Pentecost, November 22nd lesson "The Three
Sisters Garden" with a Native glance at Thanksgiv-
ing. There will be no class on the 29th but December
6th will find us gathering for the first of 3 Advent
specific lessons that will fill us with hope and antici-
pation for the arrival of Jesus. Let's share our hope
and expectation. Come to the Adult Forum at 9AM
each Sunday, in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit.
If anyone is interested in leading lessons please let
me know. We would love to have your help in this
wonderful spiritual endeavor. Thanks to those who
have attended and those who helped facilitate.
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11/1 No session. Come to the webcast of the Installa-
tion of our new Presiding Bishop, instead, same location.
11/8 Rising Sun
11/15 Sacraments in the Sand
11/22 The Three Sisters Garden
11/29 No session
12/6 The Old Woman and the Fish
Lynne Hulse
WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP Our next monthly session is Saturday, November 14
from 10AM - 12PM. We start with refreshments and
friendly conversation then begin our study and dis-
cussion based on the book, The Desert Mothers:
Spiritual Practices from the Women of the Wilderness by
Mary C. Earle (Episcopal priest). We will focus on
Chapter 3, “The Little World of Ourselves”. Please
read this chapter prior to our session together.
Questions? Contact Mary Boettcher,
Janet Butler or Kris Lawless.
Mary Boettcher, (360-936-2425) [email protected]
Janet Butler (360-947-0404) [email protected]
Kris Lawless (360-574-3755) [email protected]
LIFE GOES ON Life Goes On meets monthly to support those as
they go through the grieving process. Fr. Dennis
Cole facilitates this group. All are welcome. The
group meets off-site at the Glenwood Place Senior
Living (5500 NE 82nd Ave). The November meeting
will be on Thursday, November 19 at 2PM.
TAIZÉ In 2002, Bob and Hanni Bureker, along with Fr. Den-
nis Cole, began the first Taize services at St. Luke's.
Hanni and Bob put the services together for many
years. As time went by, they were joined by Melanie
Kenoyer and Den Mark Wichar. Bob continued his
involvement in Taize until his passing.
Over the years, the congregation grew and shrank,
but all of them spoke of their enjoyment of the ser-
vice. Many people who enjoyed the service came
from other Christian traditions, along with Episco-
palians. Now, after 13 years, we've come to the diffi-
cult decision to suspend Taizé services. The Septem-
ber service was our last. In the future, we hope to
offer Taizé for special occasions.
We want to thank the musicians who have support-
ed us over the years and all who've attended our
unique Taizé. We hope
that you've found peace
and happiness in the
services, as we have.
Peace to all of you.
Hanni, Den Mark and
Melanie
NOTES FROM THE MUSIC ROOM Bi-lingual worship services can indeed succeed! We
had a wonderful “blended worship” celebration on
October 18th at our special noon confirmation service
with the Bishop’s representative. We welcomed
many souls into our fellowship, including our sopra-
no soloist Beth Lawson, her husband Bob, and Willy
Silva who leads music for the Hispanic congrega-
tion. Our 3-octave set of Dutch-style Handbells,
beautifully restored by a firm in Colorado, was
heard for the first time after the renovation. The
bells have a clean, even tone and are much easier to
ring accurately.
To finish out the Pentecost season, we are learning a
new musical setting of the eucharist by Susan Fletch-
er, who earned composition degrees in Texas and
served St. Thomas Episcopal church in Huntsville,
Alabama for many years. It is nice to have a fresh
arrangement by a woman composer that is easy to
sing and still modern in outlook.
It is good to be back with you after a five-week leave
during my wife Nancy’s sabbatical from St. James.
We hiked our way through the red rocks of Sedona,
Arizona, and visited six National Parks, while toting
around our 88-key electric piano to pursue various
musical projects. We are rested and ready for the
new liturgical year, which begins with the first Sun-
day of Advent at the end of the month. The carols of
Christmas are coming soon!
Tim Nickel, Director of Music
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NEEDLERS ON DISPLAY In November you will find a transformation of the
Display Case in the Office Hallway, into the world of
“St. Luke’s Needlers”. Back in May, 1984, a group
was created to enhance the St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas
sanctuary. The project was accomplished in three
phases (1 – Altar Rail Kneelers, 2 – Historic Kneelers
for the Altar, 3 – St. Luke’s Banner) and completed
in June, 1989.
The Display Case has pictures of the kneelers, along
with each kneeler’s designer and ‘needler’. We also
have one of the patterns used, along with the actual
yarn and needle. We are honored to have these
beautiful works of hand-crafted art, and greatly ap-
preciate this contribution by these people.
The Display Case is designed by Dena Cassidy, with
curator assistance by Pat Lawless.
BREAD GUILD We are looking for more bakers for the Bread Guild.
We provide the recipe and support. If you are inter-
ested please can contact me at 369-241-3604.
Kathleen Brown
WORSHIPERS REQUEST As a courtesy to fellow worshippers with breathing
issues, please refrain from wearing scented colognes,
perfumes and lotions.
Thank you!
Community Life COFFEE HOUR Thanks in advance, to our November Hosts who will
be providing treats during Coffee Hour.
Judy Morrison, Coffee Hour Coordinator
Coffee Hour Hosts for November November 1 Mountford
November 8 Snoey/Lund
November 15 Edwards
November 22 Harris
November 29 Ziemba
December 6 Coles
THE LUNCH BUNCH Our next luncheon will be on Tuesday, November 10
at 12 noon. Our sponsor this month is Joan Wilson.
She has arranged for a very informative presenta-
tion: Energy Conservation - How Clark Public Utili-
ties can share with assistance for "Low Cost-No
Cost" energy savings. The presenter will be Joan’s
son-in-law, DuWayne Duham, an Energy Services
Supervisor.
Please sign-up if you’re coming and/or if you can
help with a dish for the luncheon. Sign-up sheets are
in the Narthex. As always your friends and neigh-
bors are welcome!
“R @ R” GROUP Rev. Chuck Barnes invites all the retirees or others
available to come to the Retirees @ Restaurants (R@R
for short) breakfast for good food and lively conver-
sation on Wednesday, November 18, 8:30AM at
Dulin’s Café located at 1929 Main St, Vancouver,
WA 98660.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE No Friday Night Live in November due to Thanks-
giving. In December our hosts will be Jim and Cindy
Schlatter on Friday, December 11 starting 6:00 PM.
We will have a white elephant gift exchange to add
to the festivities and fun!
If you are interested in hosting we are now working
on the 2016 calendar. Just add your name and num-
ber to the list near the kitchen or contact Ginger and
Brad Harris (971-373-8894) of
CHAPLAINS FROM THE PAST Two men met in a seminary. As the years passed,
these two men shared many experiences. They both
also served our country at the Front, during World
War I.
In 1909, Rev. Otis Gray was called to St. Luke’s. You
will remember him from the previous stories about
the Parish Hall, and the founding of the Vancouver
YMCA chapter. In 1912, Rev. Gray left for two
months to be with his ill mother in New York. When
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he returned to Vancouver he informed the Vestry
that he had been called to Trinity Church in St. Lou-
is, Missouri.
Rev. Gray recommended that St. Luke’s call Rev.
Ellsworth Collier, who he knew from his seminary
days. Rev. Collier came to St. Luke’s in 1912.
In April, 1917, the United States entered WW I. In
May, Rev. Gray resigned his position at Trinity and
joined the U.S. Army as a chaplain. Also in May,
1917, Rev. Collier told the St. Luke’s Vestry he had
been called to Trinity Church in St. Louis. In Septem-
ber, 1917, Rev. Collier left for France as a part of the
YMCA service to the troops and populace. Rev. Gray
had already gone to the Front in France.
Rev. Collier accounted to a friend in Vancouver that
there had been bombing at his hospital camp. Rev.
Gray was gassed by mustard gas at Ardennes. One
soldier remembered Rev. Gray as always having a
pot of coffee to share, even in the trenches.
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas has had a number of chaplains
serve as members and leaders of the parish. Serving
as a chaplain, whether at war, at a hospital, or at a
school or institution, takes a special type of person.
Along with our country’s veterans, we also honor all
of our chaplains.
Pat Lawless, Parish Archivist
Administrative & Financial
MUTUAL MINISTRY FOCUS GROUPS Here’s your opportunity to find out more about our
goals and to give us your input. We will be having
focus group sessions for 4 consecutive Sundays so
that we can “focus” on one goal a week. Three ses-
sions remain. Please join us at 11:30AM in the Chapel
of the Holy Spirit.
11/01 Goal 2: Expand Outreach Programs
11/08 Goal 3: Provide opportunities to grow in
faith
11/15 Goal 4: Support Pastoral Care
IN-GATHERING SUNDAY Sunday, November 15 will be our in-gathering cele-
bration of our 2016 pledges. Please remember to
email your pledge commitment or mail your pledge
card in prior to this Sunday. You may also bring
your pledge cards in by this Sunday. All will be
blessed during services as we celebrate our future
journey together.
PLEDGE CAMPAIGN UPDATE Thank you all for completing your pledge cards and
turning them in by In-Gathering Sunday, November
15. We thank you for your commitment to the goals
our church and for your generosity. Our pledges are
the basis for next year’s budget. We look forward to
accomplishing great things together.
If you are still on the fence as to how much you plan
to give, and haven’t quite decided yet, take a look at
the list of our accomplishments so far in 2015 (in this
newsletter). We accomplished much by working to-
gether and through the generosity of our members.
Yet there is so much more to do. We should consider
it a privilege to participate in so many ministries and
to give so much to our community. Don’t miss out
on this opportunity to share our bounty for the fur-
therance of God’s work.
Sharon Mayhew
2015 ACCOMPLISHMENTS AT SL2 Goal 1: Foster closer relations between Anglos and
Latinos:
Bilingual Curate sent by Diocese
Sunday School Coordinator (bilingual)(also Goal
3)
Narthex Seating for Mothers & Crying Babies
Combined “First” Communion Class, English and
Spanish (also under Goal 3)
Welcome Back Sunday, Fund Raisers, Vacation
Bible School
Goal 2: Outreach:
English Classes started and growing
Expanded clothing closet
More active volunteers
More interaction with Peace and Justice in the
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community
Ghim Apartments Emergency Appeal
Diocese Southern Philippines reforestation (a
Green project)
Network with other providers of services to dis-
tribute excess food, clothing
Bus Passes
HOPE project support at Burgerville (homeless
school children)
Toiletries distribution
Back to School supplies
Red Cross Blood Drives (three)
Babies in Need Mother’s Day Baby Shower
Goal 3: Spiritual Growth:
Godly Play Materials
Adult Forum
Expanded Confirmation Class
More teachers
Sunday School Coordinator (bilingual)
(also Goal 1)
Combined “First” Communion Class, English
and Spanish (also Goal 1)
Goal 4: Pastoral Care:
Continued visitation to shut-ins (between 13-20
individuals)
Attending to the Dying
Frozen Entrees for families in crisis
Our Buildings:
Repair parish hall ceiling and floor
Trim large trees
Inspect Stained Glass windows
Set up Archives Workshop and Computer
New (to us) Grand Piano
Replace lighting with higher efficiency products
(Green Related)
Install 2nd Church Cornerstone in Narthex
Wooden rack crafted to hold pew cushions in
Nave
Replace worn vestments
TREASURER’S REPORT BUDGET SUMMARY
Percentages should to be at 75% of budgeted
revenue and expense.
Summary as of September 30, 2015
Total Budget Year to Date Percent
for the Year Actual of Total
Amounts Budget
Revenues $504,819 $361,801 72%
Expenses $504,819 $349,410 69%
Net Income 0 $12,391
Revenues: Actual revenues as of September are
below projections.
Expenses: Overall expenses are under YTD budget
projections by $29,205.
Additional Comments: Although revenues are
down, so are expenses, leaving a healthy balance for
this time of year. A plan has been implemented to
use as much of our operating budget as possible to
handle such unexpected items as our green energy
LED light bulb replacement project and the ceiling
repair project. Thus, there is potential for a deficit
budget yet this year, but available cash will cover it
in the event this occurs.
Please be sure to review your third quarter state-
ments to remind yourselves of where you are with
contributions thus far compared to your original
pledge. Let the treasurer’s office know if you have
any questions.
Doug Goodlett, Treasurer
SAFEGUARDING GOD’S CHILDREN Training will be on Monday, November 9th from
12:30 – 3:30 PM in the Youth Building at Good
Shepherd, 805 SE Ellsworth Rd, Vancouver. People
who would like to attend this training should sign up
by calling the church office at 360-892-7770 or email:
VESTRY SUMMARY, October 2015 VESTRY NOMINATIONS: Four new Vestry mem-
bers will be elected at the Annual Parish Meeting on
January 31. Please tell Fr. Jaime, Fr. Eliacin, or any
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Vestry member if you want to join the parish’s lay
leadership.
GREEN INITIATIVE: Our lighting fixture all now
use highly-efficient LEDs. This change will cut our
electric bill considerably – and pay for itself in about
two years.
GROWING PARISH: We are averaging about 240
persons at Sunday services, with about half of them
attending at 1:00 (the Hispanic service). New fami-
lies are continuing to join us. Please welcome them
into the parish and get to know them.
MUTUAL MINISTRY REVIEW: Please turn in
your parish survey. If you need one, call the church
office at 696-0181.
THURSDAY CREW: In September, the Crew
worked 147 hours, for a total of 1,578 hours year-to-
date. Thank them for their generous donations of
time and talent.
PLEDGE CAMPAIGN: Ingathering Sunday is No-
vember 15th. Please return your pledge card by then
so we can build next year’s budget.
HOLIDAY FAIR: November 21 and 22 are the dates
for this year’s Holiday Craft and Gift Fair. Support
this parish fundraiser and shop here early for Christ-
mas.
Tom Amies, Vestry Clerk
JUNIOR WARDEN REPORT We have completed the first step of getting our cam-
pus into shape after all the construction disruption.
The trees, including the Maple belonging to our
neighbor, were trimmed back away from the build-
ing and the power lines. Dangerous limbs have been
removed from the Cedar Trees. Next the stumps on
the south side of the building will be removed. A
load of dirt will be spread and we will be ready to
plant shrubs and reseed the lawn.
The first phase of the LED lighting conversion has
been completed with all the lighting in the Sanctu-
ary and Chapel changed to LED bulbs. Prior to the
change the Sanctuary and Chapel had 13,680 Watts
of incandescent lighting costing us over $900.00 per
year. They now have 1,680 watts of LED lighting
costing us around $112.00 per year, a savings of 88%.
A big thank you to John Mathieu for spearheading
this upgrade to our facility. With this portion com-
pleted we can now put in for an audit by PUD and
apply for our rebate which will defray a significant
portion of our cost.
Lew Hampton, Junior Warden
COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM
FOR FRED MEYER SHOPPERS WITH
A REWARDS CARD You may sign up your rewards card to earn cash for
St. Luke's over the telephone now.
Call 1-866-221-4141.
Tell the operator you want to enroll in the Fred
Meyer Community Rewards Program
Make sure you have your card so that you may
give them your #. It's found on the back of the
card near the barcode.
Make sure you request the operator to link it to
the church using the #88487. Number ID for
St. Luke's Parish
Hope this helps.
Thanks for participating in the program.
Every penny counts!
Sandy Geer
PLEASE SEND YOUR PHOTOS
TO THE PARISH OFFICE Have you taken pictures during any events or ser-
vices here at St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas this year? We
would like to have your pictures please. Not only
are these part of our history but can also be used to
help advertise our church and include in the Annual
Report. Please copy them off onto a CD, if in digital
format, or let us borrow them to scan and bring
them to the office. It is most helpful if you would
label the event and who is in each picture, if possi-
ble. Thank You!!!
WANT TO SERVE YOUR CHURCH
AS A VESTRY MEMBER? Serving on the Vestry
The vestry is conducting the annual search for new
vestry members. Once elected, the term of each ves-
try member is three (3) years.
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Eligibility to serve as a member of
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas Vestry
An adult (age 16 or older) member of St. Luke’s ~
San Lucas parish and a Communicant in Good
Standing (“faithful in corporate worship, unless for
good cause prevented, and have been faithful in
working, praying, and giving for the spread of the
Kingdom of God”), who is a contributor of rec-ord
for the calendar year preceding their nomina-tion.
Vestry members are expected to maintain the status
as a Communicant in Good Standing, and continue
to contribute financially to the parish during their
term of service, and able and willing to attend
monthly and special vestry meetings, an annual re-
treat, and to work on vestry sub-committees and
special projects.
Steps in becoming a candidate for vestry:
1. Decide that you want to run for and be on the ves
-try for 3 years.
2. Review the eligibility requirements (below).
3. Obtain a nomination form from the office or
church entry, complete the form and return it to the
parish office; give it to a vestry member, war-den,
submit by snail mail or email to
4. Attend the 2014 Annual meeting in order to re-
main on the ballot.
5. Nominees will be required to submit a photo-
graph, in either digital form or photo paper to the
parish office.
There is no guarantee that you will be elected to the
vestry, but if you are, you will be doing a great ser-
vice to the church.
Around the Town & Diocese
CRAFTS UNLIMITED
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Friday, November 6, 9AM-7PM & Saturday,
November 7, 9AM-4PM at St. Luke’s Episcopal
Church in Vancouver. Special 40th Birthday Party
Friday, 5-7PM with refreshments and gift basket
drawing.
ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE
DIOCESE OF OLYMPIA 2015 The annual convention of the Diocese of Olympia
will be held at the Lynnwood Convention Center,
3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036, Friday-
Saturday, November 13-14. Hosting with the theme
The Jesus Movement, will be our diocesan young
adult and campus ministries.
Five Resolutions will be voted on this convention:
#1 2017 Diocesan Assessment Rate
#2 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) to Clergy
Salary Scale for 2016
#3 Continuing Support for the Millennium
Development Goals
#4 Concerning Response to Central American
Refugees
#5 Calling for Respect for Human Dignity in
Campaign Season
Convention information is located on the Diocese of
Olympia webpage http://www.ecww.org/sites/
default/files/D22015DraftResolutions.pdf
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas Delegates to convention are:
Mike Grigsby-Lane, Lynne Hulse, Mary Ellen Sand-
berg and Roy Sandberg. Please contact one of your
delegates if you have questions or opinions regard-
ing the upcoming convention.
GIFTS FOR LIFE http://
www.episcopalrelief.org/
what-you-can-do/gifts-for-
life/all-gifts
Visit this website for great
Holiday Gift ideas that will
benefit those in need.
Program of Episcopal Re-
lief and Development.
Reminder - If your Ministry group would like to
submit an article for the December-January issue of
The Messenger, please submit your written article on
or before November 15 to the church office or email
it to [email protected] Thank you!
THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO 15 Update on Goal 1 Develop a Closer Relationship Between
Anglo and Hispanic Congregations St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas strives to create occasions for those who attend the 1pm Eucharist in Spanish and the
8am and 10am Eucharist services in English to forge ties of community and mutual care and support.
2015 is the 16th year that SL2 has celebrated the Eucharist in Spanish. The service represents our core value of
hospitality. The service also represents the younger generations very well, with about 40% of every Sunday’s
attendance at 1:00 pm under 12 years of age. Below are areas of ministry by which SL2 has tried to address
Goal 1. These are based on the goals set for the Vestry in February 2015, and published for the Parish in
March.
The average Sunday attendance of all services has grown to 238 through September 2015, compared to 228
through the same period last year. English services average 140, and Spanish 96 per service. Bilingual services
still show lower attendance than monolingual services.
THE CALLING OF A CURATE: SL2 is the great beneficiary of the financial support of the Diocese of
Olympia that asked SL2 to take a fully bilingual and bicultural curate on us. Our ministry is greatly expanded
by this generosity, in all areas, including the cross-cultural ministries of the Parish.
GOVERNANCE:
Challenges: Vestry is heavily and predominantly from the Anglo community. Reserving the one mem-
bership for a Hispanic is inadequate.
Update: 2016.1) The Vestry has to revise the bylaws. 2) SL2 has to find more bilingual leadership.
EDUCATION:
Challenges: Currently the Rector teaches “First” Communion class (new class started September 20 at
noon with 14 students!). Sunday school is up to 20+ children at 1 pm. The youth in the Spanish service
outnumber the English service, but are not represented in our Youth Group.
Update: 1) We now have a Sunday School Coordinator who is bilingual. The Curate and the SSC are helping
provide classes. I have involved more people in teaching in the Parish. 2) A Youth Group Facilitator is envi-
sioned for the 2016 budget.
ADMINISTRATION:
Challenge: Scheduling Spanish services, such as weddings, 15s and funerals, fall in total to the Rector
for scheduling, service preparation, booklet preparation and printing, pre-service instruction, musical
coordination, opening the building, closing the building, and liturgical leadership. The Rector has to
field phone calls in Spanish. Website maintenance, sermon and sermon recordings (currently de-
funct!), and more social media presence.
Update: A bilingual administrator is needed. A Sexton may be needed further on. A part time administrative
assistant to the Parish Administrator is envisioned for late 2016. Funding is the challenge.
MUSIC:
Challenge: SL2 has one musician who dedicates about 2.5 hours to selecting, playing and leading mu-
sic at 1 PM service, at a cost to SL2 of $50 a week. The 10 AM choir has been learning bilingual songs
and leading bilingual music in our combined services under the Director of Music.
Update: None at this time. Funding is the challenge, since the Director of Music is part time, and cannot be
asked to direct and lead another choir.
16 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO LITURGY:
Challenges: SL2’s Spanish services depended solely on the Rector’s preparation, preaching, teaching,
and liturgical leadership.
Update: We were approached by the Diocese in 2014 to take a fully bilingual curate, and we are now reaping
the benefits. When the curacy ends in 2017, funding will be an issue.
OTHER AREAS OF PROGRESS:
Fundraising:
SL2 had one fundraiser a year which the Spanish speaking community hosted.
Festivals:
Welcome Back Sunday is hosted for the whole parish by a dedicated few, to the enjoyment of the
many.
Thanksgiving Dinner (Wednesday before Thanksgiving) draws many who are in town for the holi-
day.
Confirmation is celebrated on St Luke’s Feast Day, with a combined, bilingual Eucharist.
Shrove Tuesday is well attended by all members.
Bilingual Worship:
Maundy Thursday is celebrated with one service in a bilingual format.
The Great Vigil of Easter is celebrated with one service in a bilingual format.
Volunteering in Ministry:
In 2015 we added English as a Second Language to Outreach.
More volunteers from the Spanish service in our clothing distribution by Outreach.
Policy:
An Alcohol Policy which adequately describes the Parish’ direction on alcohol use and applies to all
who use the Parish name or buildings has been adopted.
Financial:
Contributions from the Spanish and Anglo members are often intermixed, and the budget is a uni-
fied budget. Nevertheless, the Treasurer reports the Parish is receiving more financial support from
both the Spanish and English speaking members.
THE CALLING OF THE RECTOR:
The greatest step towards this goal was made in 2011 when a bilingual Rector was called to serve at SL2.
The Rector was able to take steps to provide the following:
Communion and Confirmation classes for Spanish speakers (since 2012)
Quince celebrations, weddings and funerals (since 2011)
Holy Day services (Maundy Thursday, Ash Wednesday, The Great Vigil of Easter, and Christmas
Eve, since 2011)
Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe services since 2014.
Bilingual Messenger articles (from 2012)
Announcement Sheet in Spanish (2015)
Pledge Campaign for both languages (since 2011)
More appropriate musical leadership for the Spanish services (starting in 2012)
A Unified cost schedule of special services and rentals (since 2012)
Mutual Ministry Review in both languages (2015)
Bilingual First Communion Class (2015)
Cristo de Chalma folkloric dancers at the Feast of Guadalupe (since 2014)
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NOVEMBER PRAYER REQUESTS
Episcopal Diocese of Olympia Congregations,
Ministries & Institutions
Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem & Middle East
Congregations, Ministries & Institutions
Nov. 1 Komo Kulshan Cluster: St. James, Sedro,
Woolley; St. Paul and La Iglesia Episcopal
de la Resureccíon, Mt. Vernon;
Christ Church and Celebration Lutheran,
Anacortes
Nov. 8 St. Paul, Bellingham; Christ Church, Blaine;
Nov. 15 Emmanuel, Eastsound;
St. David, Friday Harbor
Nov. 22 St. Stephen Oak Harbor;
Grace Church, Lopez Island.
Nov. 29 Transfiguration, Darrington;
St. Martin-St. Francis, Rockport
Nov. 1 St. Matthew’s Church,
Zababdeh, West Bank
Nov. 8 Penman Clinic, Zababdeh, West Bank
Nov. 15 The Church of the Good Shepherd,
Salt, Jordan
Nov. 22 Holy Land Institute for the Deaf,
Salt, Jordan
Nov. 29 Emmanuel Church, Ramleh, Israel
For those celebrating their birthday in November.
2 - Tania Bautista
2 - Maddy Surface
3 - Barbara Tilford
3 - Kate McCarthy
5 - Polly Tomer-White
5 – Mike Grigsby-Lane
6 - Carmen Reyes
8 – Michelle
Markle/Tisnado
8 - Maria Morales
9 - Clair Ross
9 - Jonathan Prado
9 - Melissa Prado
10 - Jane Melhuish
10 – Alexis Torres
10 – Faith Conger
11 – Stefani Cabello
12 – Osiris Reyes-Cruz
13 - Catie Rosario-Kilmer
14 – Heriberto Benitez
14 - Ange Bunnell
15 - Lizbeth Martinez
16 - Layli Cruz
17 - Ginger Harris
17 - Daniel Munoz
18 - Matt Brothers
18 - Emmanuel Guardian
20 - Lorrie Barber
20 - Chuck Barnes
20 - John Mathieu
20 - Galilea Triana
21 - Maria Bunnell
22 - Cheryl Becker
22 - Cecilia Gomez
24 - Alejandro Rios
24 - Linnea Yoggerst
25 – Jose Gutierrez
25 - Joseph Reyes
26 - Vanessa Aguilar
26 - Justine Hanrahan
27 - Cindy Schlatter
27 - Linda Hurtado
28 - Harmony Griffith
29 - Nancy Denny
29 - Shelly Briggs
29 - Ketzia Arquijo
29 - Joanna Villasenor
29 - Cristian Palafox
29 - Audrey Sigurdson
30 – Mateo Arteaga
LOOKING AHEAD TO ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SERVICES Mark your calendars!
· 11/29 Advent Lessons & Carols,10 AM service
· 12/12 Our Lady of Guadalupe (TBA)
· 12/20 Christmas Pageant during 10 AM service.
Christmas Pageant during 1 PM service.
· 12/24 Christmas Eve Services
· 4:00 PM Family Service
· 7:00 PM Spanish Christmas Eucharist
· 10:30 PM Carols and Christmas music
· 11:00 PM Choral Christmas Eucharist
· 12/25 Christmas Day 10 AM service
18 THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO NOVEMBER 2015
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
REGULER SUNDAY SCHEDULE
8:00 Holy Eucharist 9:00 Adult Forum 9:45 Sunday School & Nursery Care 10:00 Choral Eucharist 12:00 Communion Class
Primera Comuníon 12:45 Guardería de niños 1:00 Santa Misa 1:30 Escuela Dominical
October 31
FALL BACK 1 HOUR AT BEDTIME
1 Daylight Savings Ends
ALL SAINTS’ DAY
9AM Webcast of Instal-lation of new Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
11:30 Mutual Ministry Review =Goal 2
REGULAR SUNDAY SCHEDULE
2 Office Closed
3 Outreach
10:15 ESL Class
4 Outreach
12:15 Holy Communion
4:00 Staff Meeting
6:00 Handbells
7:00 Choir
5 Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
10:15 ESL Class
6 Outreach
Crafts Unlimited Holiday Boutique 9AM – 7PM
7 Crafts Unlimited Holiday Boutique 9AM – 4PM
6-8 Youth Group
8 24th Sunday after
Pentecost
REGULAR SUNDAY
SCHEDULE
11:30 Mutual Ministry Review =Goal 3
9 Office Closed
10 Outreach
10:15 ESL Class 12:00 The Lunch Bunch 6:30 Vestry
11 Outreach
12:15 Holy Communion
4:00 Staff Meeting 6:00 Handbells
6:30 Outreach
7:00 Choir
12 Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
10:15 ESL Class
13 Outreach
Diocesan Convention
14
Diocesan Convention
10 Women’s Spirituality
15 25th Sunday after
Pentecost
INGATHERING
SUNDAY
11:30 Mutual Ministry Review =Goal 4
REGULAR SUNDAY SCHEDULE
MESSENGER DEADLINE
16 Office Closed
17 Outreach
10:15 ESL Class
18 Outreach
8:30 R@R at Dulins 12:15 Holy Communion
4:00 Staff Meeting
6:00 Handbells 7:00 Choir
19 Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands 10:15 ESL Class
2:00 Life Goes On (off site)
20 Outreach
JYC @ Trinity Everett No Friday Night Live this month.
21
JYC @ Trinity
9-4 CRAFTS & GIFTS SALE
22 LAST Sunday
after Pentecost
CHRIST THE KING
REGULAR SUNDAY SCHEDULE
12-3 CRAFT & GIFTS
SALE
23 Office OPEN
24 Outreach
10:15 ESL Class 6:30 Pastoral Care Comm
25 Outreach
12:15 Holy Communion
6:00 Thanksgiv-ing Eve Dinner
26
BUILDINGS CLOSED
THANKSGIVING
DAY
27
OFFICE CLOSED
28
29 First Sunday in
Advent
10 Lessons & Carols
REGULAR SUNDAY SCHEDULE
30 Office Closed
Dec 1 Outreach
10:15 ESL Class
Dec 2 Outreach
12:15 Holy Communion
4:00 Staff Meeting
6:00 Handbells 7:00 Choir
Dec 3 Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands 10:15 ESL Class
Dec 4 Outreach
Dec 5
9 WALK & KNOCK
6 JAZZ VESPERS Mary Sue Tobin, woodwinds
Church Office Hours:
9 AM-12 PM and 1 PM-5 PM Tuesday - Friday If you have any questions about the calendar,
please call the church office, 360-696-0181.
THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO 19
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Vancouver, WA 98663
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church San Lucas Iglesia Episcopal
The Rev. Jaime Case, Rector
The Rev. Eliacín Rosario-Cruz, Curate
The Rev. Dennis Cole, Associate Clergy
The Rev. Jerry Lonergan, Associate Clergy
Doug Goodlett, Treasurer
Janet Butler, Assistant Treasurer
Tim Nickel, Music Director
Kris Lawless, Parish Administrator
St. Luke’s – San Lucas is a bilingual Episcopal Church serving Vancouver and Southwest Washington since 1853.
Our vision is to answer God’s call to be an Anglo-Hispanic faith community that works together to share the love of
Christ. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, our mission is to extend hospitality to all, to respond to human need
through service, and to grow in faith together.
Senior Warden: Stefanie Aschmann Junior Warden: Lew Hampton
VESTRY MEMBERS: Hipolito Casarez, Kathryn Gallaher, Brandon Hudson, Sharon Mayhew,
Michael Morrison, Ricardo Romagosa, Kreta Saathoff, Joseph Ziemba
Clerk of the Vestry: Tom Amies Chancellor: F. James Mayhew
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