The color red signals a celebration! On the church calendar, red marks occasions when we celebrate the work of the Holy Spirit in the world. Today we observe the Anniversary of the founding of Saint Luke 141 long and eventful years ago. In our liturgy, we give thanks for the courage and faith of the founders, for dedicated pastors, teachers, and staff,f and for parishioners and friends who have supported the work of the Lord with their gifts and prayers.

Today we commemorate the founding of Saint Luke Church in 1884 and celebrate 141 years of blessing. This morning we celebrate, with a festival service, the faith, courage, and determination of our Founders and give thanks for all the blessings bestowed on their mission. Saint Luke has been privileged to preach the Gospel in this location for 141 years and it is our fervent prayer that God would continue to bless and direct our work on behalf of God’s people both here in Lakeview and throughout the world.