Altar Care and
  Communion Preparation
Helping Hand Ministries
Meal Ministry
Multi-Media
Music
Nursery
Nursing

Descriptions of Ministries

The volunteers in this area are vital to our weekly worship services.

In the area of altar care, volunteers help to prepare our altar for designated services. This is a great way to be involved in the presentation of our service and to help us to observe our church holidays during worship.

Communion volunteers prepare communion for designated services. This is a ministry that happens behind the scenes, yet is a vital part of worship. Communion was directed by Christ, these volunteers help to make it happen!

Our lay readers share the word by reading assigned scripture during services. It is a wonderful personal touch hear the word shared by fellow members.This ministry reminders us that the word and worship belong to us all.

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Thank you for all that you do to support Lutheran Social Ministry.  We see many families and individuals who say, “This is the first time I have had to ask for help and I am thankful you are here.”  If it were not for your financial support, your food support and your prayer support, we would have a difficult time meeting the needs of so many people.

We distribute food boxes Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 to noon at the Victory Lutheran location and Tuesday/Thursdays, 9 to noon at the First Lutheran location.

Any members who are unemployed or looking to change jobs, Job Net is available to them.  I schedule appointments Monday-Friday afternoons at the Victory location.  We offer a Networking group on the first and third Thursdays of the month, which meets at Love of Christ Lutheran Church from 1:30 to 3 pm.  It is a good time for job seekers to network with others who are looking for work and perhaps find a listening ear.

We now have a Fitness/Wellness Ministry in the East Valley, which serves low-income children and the elderly.  Doug Cote is the director of the program.   He is looking for volunteers to work with kids, teaching them to play tennis.

Again, thank you for all you do to support Lutheran Social Ministry.  Without your prayer support, financial support and your emotional support we would not be able to serve the families of the East Valley.  For more information contact Lee Stadler through the church office.

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The Meal Ministry program is designed to allow members of St Luke to serve its fellow brothers and sisters in Christ during their time of need. Volunteers are called upon to provide a meal when the need arises. Meals are provided for approximately one week. If you would like to be on the call list, please contact the church office, Leslie Morton (480-899-5981) or Lisa Lentz (480-354-9572). There is a short form to complete in order to assist the coordinators in scheduling meals (available in the church office).

Additionally, if you recently went through surgery, are recovering from an illness, just had a child, or just need a helping hand for a short time, then please contact the church office so the meal ministry coordinators can arrange for you to receive meals.

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Computer, Sound System

The purpose of this ministry is to help enhance and facilitate weekly worship services and other special events. Volunteers may use their skills to run either the sound or projection system.

Volunteers that work with our projection system can be involved in different aspects of its use. Some may be responsible for the entering and organization of information, while others may choose to run the system during worship and other events.

Those interested in assisting with our Sound system will learn how to run the sound board and be responsible for it’s use during worship and other events.

Both of these systems are utilized on a regular basis, and volunteers are committed to using technology to enhance worship. Training workshops occur as needed, contact the church office to volunteer or for more information.

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At St. Luke Lutheran we have many music opportunities.  If you are interested in any of our music ministries, please contact the Director of Music, Kim Cramer. 

Parish Nurse Ministry is defined as the holistic approach to the total health needs of a congregation for the purpose of achieving optimal wellness.  Holistic means harmony between the person and God. Optimal wellness is a stat in which the person has achieved the highest level of physical, mental, and spiritual functioning possible for them at anytime.  It is a lifetime of harmony, and growth which requires self knowledge, stewardship, support, and acceptance of God's love.  The church emerges as the ideal setting for the practice of holistic healthcare.

Our mission of Parish Nursing here at St. Luke is to provide and promote holistic wellness through prayer, education, support, and care and to be the extension of Christ's love as He intended.

We provide blood pressure checks, educational information on health issues, visits to hospitals, homes, and care centers.  We will also make contact with people by phone and mail.

Office Hours:
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Blood Pressure Checks:
Third Saturday: 4:14 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Third Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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Volunteers in this area enjoy using their artistic talents and computer skills to create sources of advertisement. Some may create posters, while others may create flyer and newsletter announcements. Publicity may also include photography, website update and email announcements.

Other volunteers would prefer to interface directly with church members and the community. They will spend their time running information tables and speaking with and in front of the congregation.

Publicity volunteers are crucial in making sure the maximum number of people are aware of the opportunities offered at St. Luke.

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The purpose of this ministry is to prepare and serve refreshments during the time between church and Sunday School. This is a wonderful time for our church family to come together for interaction on a personal level. Providing coffee and doughnuts offers an extra special treat that will draw people to our fellowship time. As people come together friendships are made, families get to know one another, and ministry opportunities are shared. During this half hour, people that don’t come in contact with each other on a daily basis can catch up, and new members and visitors are able to meet with long time members. It’s an enjoyable time to bond as a church family!

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Our Vacation Bible School ministry is planned around the ‘family group’ concept. VBS teachers will have several groups of families come to their class each evening. Teachers will plan lessons appropriate for all ages, based on the current VBS theme. Volunteers in this area support families as they learn together.

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We at St. Luke want to make sure that each individual who wants to attend worship is able to be here. Therefore we are always looking for volunteers who enjoy helping others.  Currently volunteers drive once approximately every 4 to 5 weeks. For more information about this ministry contact the church office or Lisa Lentz (480-354-9572).

The purpose of this ministry is to serve our members and other individuals that are hospitalized or homebound.

Our volunteers provide service in many different ways. A primary goal is to establish relationships through regular contact.

Volunteers serving in our hospital ministry would regularly visit patients, offering support, friendship and prayer. Volunteers would continue to follow up with the patient until health is restored and the patients needs are met.

Volunteers serving in our homebound ministry have a goal of developing a long-term relationship. Volunteers regularly visit, call, and send cards to their partner.

Building relationships is a key part of this area of ministry. If you enjoy being with people, than this ministry may be for you!

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The purpose of this ministry is to create a welcoming environment for members and visitors coming to worship a St. Luke. Guest book volunteers can direct visitors into the sanctuary as well as answer questions they may have about our church and worship services. Guest book volunteers also collect information about our visitors so that we may offer friendly follow-up to their visit.

Volunteers taking part in our greeting ministry create a warm environment by being available to give a personal greeting to each of our worshippers. Greeters can also help to direct people when necessary, and assist ushers with handing out bulletins when needed.

A warm greeting is a wonderful way to begin a worship service!

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