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Gospel Reflection
Why do we pray for this place? Myanmar
As part of our Prayers of the People, we pray for those in need and name countries - but why do we name those particular countries? Let’s look at Myanmar:
Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is immediately north and west of Thailand and south and southwest of China. The military took over in 2021, and continues to clash with armed groups. Over 100,000 people have died in this internal conflict, and citizens remain exposed to violence, airstrikes, human trafficking, and displacement. A 7.7-magnitude earthquake in 2025 has added to the devastation from this internal war.
Churches are asked to pray for an end to violence and the safety of humanitarian workers and those impacted by the airstrikes, displacement, and resulting food insecurity. Some of us may remember meeting seafarers from Myanmar at Port Newark.
Happening at St. Luke’s
Friday, November 13
8:00am Anglican Prayer beads (online)
Saturday, November 14
5:30pm Holy Eucharist Rite II
Sunday, November 15
8:00am Holy Eucharist Rite I
9:00am Bible Study (Library)
10:00am Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II
11:15am Coffee Hour + Art Station
11:30am Adult Forum
Tuesday, November 17
7:00pm Candlelight Vespers
7:30pm Vestry Meeting
Wednesday, November 18
11:45am Rosary
12:15pm Eucharist with the Saints
7:00pm Bible Study (Zoom)
Friday, November 20
8:00am Anglican Prayer beads (online)
11:30am Ladies’ Luncheon Panera Rt. 1
Announcements
St. Luke’s
Support Women at Town Clock Development and Mission First Housing of Amandla.
As Christmas approaches, St. Luke’s would like to continue our support of the women at Town Clock Development (housing for abused women and their children) and Mission First Housing at Amandla. We hope to present a Christmas gift bag to the women containing a $25 gift card,(Target, Shop Rite, Aldi, Walmart) as well as toiletries, fancy soaps, makeup, lotions, etc. Donations of gift cards (or money to buy them) would be gratefully appreciated as well as donations of toiletries etc. If you are seeing your dentist soon maybe ask for an extra toothbrush or paste. Donations can be dropped off at the church or contact Linda Z. or Diane L.
No BAH HUMBUGS allowed this year!! We are planning on having an enhanced reading of Charles Dickens classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL, with full cast rehearsal on Sunday 12/6 during Coffee Hour, and our performance on Sunday 12/13 during Coffee Hour in the church hall. If anyone was scheduled to assume a role in this production last year and wishes to continue with that, please see me this Sunday. I am sure that I will still be recruiting for parts so will likely be approaching you within the next week or so regarding casting. As we had planned last year, our own Mo. Crafton will be directing this production. I know this will be great fun and that Mother Nature will cooperate regarding the weather….God bless us, Everyone! Deacon Carol
Children’s Formation will be the topic of a discussion organized by Vestry member Erica N. and Fr. Todd during Coffee Hour on Sunday, 15 November. We will discuss the current programming and what we would like to see at St. Luke's. All parents, grandparents, guardians and supporters (e.g. children's chapel volunteers) are warmly welcome to join us.
2026 Christmas Pageant
The Christmas pageant serves as the Liturgy of the Word at the 4pm Family Service on Christmas Eve. Through readings from the Gospels, we hear the Christmas story. In carols, we proclaim Jesus’ birth. And in the pageant, children, teens, and families make this story come alive.
There are parts in the pageant for everyone: We have Baby Jesus, of course, played by an infant. Then we have animals, angels, shepherds, three kings, angel Gabriel, and finally, Mary and Joseph.
We will have four rehearsals, all on Sundays at 11:45am: 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, and 12/20 which will be dress rehearsal. Please contact Julia J. (848) 482-9631 or Kasi L. (732) 662-0509 to register.
Tea & Scones Book Club meets at 12:30 (after Coffee Hour Forum) in the Fryer Room. All are welcome to our discussion of Traveling Mercies by Anne Lamott, whether or not you have read the book. Contact Deacon Anne if you need a door code.
Adult Forum
Mary Magdalene
Daily Office
Morning Prayer 9am, Evening Prayer 5pm
Compline only on the weekends, at 8pm, followed by Storytime.
We remember a saint at the Eucharist every Wednesday at 12:25. For a quick look at the saints for the week to come, please take a look at St. Luke’s Facebook page.
Do you know someone who is looking for office space on a regular basis? We ask you this after having a conversation with Michael DeBlasio, Director of Real Estate Development for the Diocese. Fryer Hall has rooms available during the week and Mike suggested we rent these spaces for more regular income. Someone might only need space one or two days a week for a few hours. Perhaps a therapist needs a room, Board of Ed might be looking for an office off campus or Municipal Government needs extra space. There might be a teacher out there who would like to provide extra help in a non-home setting. Please put your ear to the ground or ask around your neighborhood. We are working on pricing. Right now we want to know if this is a viable option for us. Steady income makes it easier for us to continue and grow our ministries at St. Luke’s. You and your prospect may reach out to the wardens and office. Thank you.
Florence Tracy & Brenda Yuro
All About Christmas Fair
WANTED!
Christmas Fair Santa to interact with fair goers, and pose for photos.
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Two shifts; 11:00am – 12:30pm and 1:00pm – 2:30pm. Suit Available
If this sounds like you, email Kathy at: christmasfair@stlukesmetuchen.org
Saint Luke's Annual Christmas Fair is looking for volunteers!
Our team leaders invite you to join us in creating another wonderful event on December 5th.
2026 Team Leaders
Bake Table - Laura S.
Basket Raffle - John S.
Snack Bar - Linda P.
Trinkets & Treasures Table - Anne L.
Poinsettia Sales Table - Lori W.
Children's Craft Table - Maddie G.
Publicity - Mother Crafton
Volunteers are needed to assist with preparation and set up on Friday, December 4th, as well as to assist with sales on Saturday, December 5th. Everyone who wishes to volunteer some time is welcome to reach out to Kathy at christmasfair@stlukesmetuchen.org
Saint Luke's 2026 Christmas Fair's Trinkets & Treasures Table is accepting donations. Donations may be placed on the stage in the Auditorium. Additionally, we ask that our bakers begin to plan their donations for Saint Luke's Baked Goodies Table. Items should arrive in the Auditorium on Friday, December 4th. Our team leaders will be reaching out to ask for your assistance in creating another outstanding event!
Serving in Worship this Weekend
5:30pm (Sat) Christopher W.
8:00AM (Sun) Marilyn H.
10:00AM (Sun) Ampy P., John S., Kathy M.
Children’s Chapel: Leah F.
Altar Bread: Kathy M.
Coffee Hour Hosts Lisee Family and Tommy B.
Check weeks further ahead on the rota.
Click here to find the readings for this weekend.
In Our Prayers This Week
Please continue in your daily prayers for:
Louise, Eletia, Suzan, Lenny, Kristi, Frank, Janice, Dale, Joseph, Pat, Michele, Sophie, Jacob, Jeff, Michelle, Gary, Kyle, Jane, David, Carmelina, Holly, Eddie, Ellie, Vilma, Ryan, Peter, Lauren, Jeffrey, George, Kazem, Gwen, Jack, Evangeline, Ruth, Kenneth, Jim, Steve, Bernadette, Dawn, Jim, Jennifer, Tim
For Those Who Have Died:
Gail, Don, Jean, Ting Bo, Marge
Links for: the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
For Those Who Celebrate Birthdays - November
Mark S., Penelope G., Susan M., Timothy M., Jacob A., Thomas B., Kimberly R., Sofia C., Jaimmie R., John S., Diane C., Paul P.
Diocese
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