Saint Lucas Lutheran

Both men grew up in the city and know little about farm life. Both marry into farming families. After their weddings, each of them spends a week on their respective
in-law’s farms. 

For Roger, everyone in the family is gracious. But when everyone goes out to do the farm work, Roger isn’t sure what to do. He wants to help, but he’s
afraid he’ll get in the way.

For Larry, when it’s time for everyone to go out and work, his father-in-law says, “Hey, Larry, how about you tag along and give me a hand?” Larry knows he’s not as efficient as his fatherin-law, and he makes mistakes. But his father-in-law laughs them off, and encourages him through the day.

By week’s end, which man feels a greater sense of belonging in his new family?

That’s what the word, “assimilation,” is all about: taking time to make sure that someone has a true sense of belonging in a new group of people.

From our brainstorming session this winter, a desire for greater assimilation became clear. On September 19, St Lucas begins a 6-week emphasis entitled, “Love Takes Time.” The format will be similar to the “Step-By-Step” emphasis we enjoyed last year. It will focus on the time our Savior has  chosen to spend for us. It will focus on the time you and I can spend on our  relationships with others. Stay tuned for more details. 

The Kingdom Builders are a group of St. Lucas men who meet to build each other up in faith, and then reach out in God’s love to help others.

In the past, Kingdom Builders remodeled both upstairs bathrooms of the parsonage and also did some remodeling work in the kitchen of the parsonage. They have also helped with projects around school and for individual members. Kingdom Builders hope to begin remodeling the bathrooms in the church basement in the near future.

Many hands will make the work enjoyable and help it to proceed quickly. Anyone who would like to help should contact Kurt Gorski. Expert skill is not necessary. “As long as someone is willing to learn and able to swing a hammer if given some direction, they are welcome,” says Kurt.

The group has just begun a new Bible study of the Psalms. Read real stories from other men sharing how they deal with the realities of daily life and the challenges and opportunities they face. This study helps prepare men for the greatest adventure every man is given: a life rooted in God’s Word and anchored in blessings of Christ.

If you are interested in joining in the Bible study or wanting to volunteer; contact Kurt at 414-520-9059 for more information. Kingdom Builders meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at school.

Bible study and a chance to work with other men on a great project. What a great way to put your Christian faith in action!