http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php Copyright 2008, Gregory H Strong Gregory H Strong en-US SPHPBLOG 0.4.8 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080810-090423 Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080810-090423 Gregory H Strong Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:04:23 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=08&m=08&entry=entry080810-090423 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080719-055823 Service http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080719-055823 Gregory H Strong Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:58:23 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=08&m=07&entry=entry080719-055823 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080705-052151 Service http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080705-052151 Gregory H Strong Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:21:51 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=08&m=07&entry=entry080705-052151 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080203-151958 Alter Guild
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Finally put up a couple small galleries. The Spirit of Beacon Day 2007 and todays MLK celebration with Pete Seeger and Lydia Adams Davis. Check them out!]]> Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry080113-171018 Gregory H Strong Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:10:18 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=08&m=01&entry=entry080113-171018 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry071229-055156 General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry071229-055156 Gregory H Strong Sat, 29 Dec 2007 10:51:56 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=12&entry=entry071229-055156 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry071027-075841 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry071027-075841 Gregory H Strong Sat, 27 Oct 2007 11:58:41 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=10&entry=entry071027-075841 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070902-070057
In 2008 St. Luke's will be 175 years old. After one year as Vicar, I learned the important place St. Luke's had in Beacon in the past and understand its important place in the future. We are blessed with a beautiful Church, fine facilities and lovely property. Our responsibility is to maintain them well so that ways of our Lord can be expressed by the people who use them. The more people involved, the more ministry we can accomplish.

On Sunday, September 9th, two themes are at the heart of our services. One is Homecoming. St. Luke's, as in many churches for one reason or another, members have fallen away. On this Homecoming Sunday we welcome your return. Seek a renewal of the church relationship, a renewal of your relationship to our Lord and God and make His work vital in the parish and community once again.

The second theme is Rally Day. We rally our forces to help make our ministries effective. We need ushers, lay readers, acolytes, altar guild, Sunday school teachers, and craftsmen. Let me know what you would like to do. I'll find a place for you.

There are four areas we need to organize in a hurry. First, we need a group to plan the activities to honor and celebrate our 175th anniversary. Second, we need volunteers for our Pastoral Care Team. This ministry includes visiting shut-ins, driving people to appointments, even to church, feeding the hungry. The list for helping those in need goes on and on. Third, we need choir members and musicians. A big asset for Sunday worship is music. We have fine organists in Janet Nickerson and Adam Yaun, and a few loyal and dedicated singers. We need more. Rehearsals are on Sunday at 9:15 a.m. Christian education through music is a great way to learn. Fourth, I want to create a worship committee. Here we intentionally discuss our Sunday services and special services we feel necessary to enhance our worshipping experience for the St. Luke's congregation.

Please think and pray seriously over the opportunities to participate in serving the church. Don't leave it for others. Try something for yourself, it will benefit everybody.

Finally, on Sunday, December 23, 2007, the Rt. Rev. Mark Sisk, the Bishop of the Diocese of New York will visit St. Luke's. I would like to present a confirmation class. Any young person who has not been confirmed and is at least in the sixth grade meet with me beginning Saturday, September 22 at 9:00 a.m. Adults who wish to be confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church speak to me personally, and we will arrange period of instructions.

Please call me if you have any questions or concerns (831- 2643 or 351-4639).

God's blessings be with you and our ministries at St. Luke's.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Cromey
Vicar

P.S. This year we celebrate St. Francis Day, on Sunday October 7, at 10:00 a.m. We pray in thanksgiving for creation, nature and we bless our pets and animals. It's a day to enjoy and appreciate.]]> General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070902-070057 Gregory H Strong Sun, 02 Sep 2007 11:00:57 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=09&entry=entry070902-070057 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070728-083203 Historical Society Newsletter piece here and let us know what you think. Do you have other information? facts? Theories? We're interested in knowing!]]> General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070728-083203 Gregory H Strong Sat, 28 Jul 2007 12:32:03 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=07&entry=entry070728-083203 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070714-103722 Sunday School http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070714-103722 Gregory H Strong Sat, 14 Jul 2007 14:37:22 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=07&entry=entry070714-103722 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070701-212925 Please check it out here. Thanks.:)]]> Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070701-212925 Gregory H Strong Mon, 02 Jul 2007 01:29:25 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=07&entry=entry070701-212925 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-095550 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-095550 Gregory H Strong Sat, 30 Jun 2007 13:55:50 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=06&entry=entry070630-095550 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-090500 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-090500 Gregory H Strong Sat, 30 Jun 2007 13:05:00 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=06&entry=entry070630-090500 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-090000 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070630-090000 Gregory H Strong Sat, 30 Jun 2007 13:00:00 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=06&entry=entry070630-090000 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070629-111600
Dear St. Luke’s Parishioners,

I hope you have endured the heat in good fashion.

On Sunday we observe two events. We will early celebrate July 4 Independence Day. Also, some long time friends are coming up from Tuxedo in order for me to baptize Sebastien Gordon George Jason Bullard. Please join us for our prayers of thanksgiving for the birth of a new child and the birth of our nation.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Cromey]]> Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070629-111600 Gregory H Strong Fri, 29 Jun 2007 15:16:00 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=06&entry=entry070629-111600 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070624-065123 Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070624-065123 Gregory H Strong Sun, 24 Jun 2007 10:51:23 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=06&entry=entry070624-065123 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070519-053334 :)]]> General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070519-053334 Gregory H Strong Sat, 19 May 2007 09:33:34 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=05&entry=entry070519-053334 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070428-063255
Tomorrow is Good Shepherd Sunday. The tone of the service will underline the pastoral and caring aspects of our faith. Your prayers and presence are always welcome.

The Parish Meeting will take place Sunday, May 6th, at 10:00 a.m. service. Reports and elections are on the agenda. Nominees are: Olu Akiwumi-Assani, Warden, and Class of 2009. Vestry Class of 2010: David Parker, Greg Strong, and Jerry Van Slyke.

We thank Cathy Secor for her six years of service on the Vestry.

Our Saturday Seminar continues on May 12th, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. We have a nice little group. Come and join us as we take a close look at the Sacraments.

Finally, I would like to have a few more people as choir members, ushers, lay readers and acolytes. If you would like to volunteer for one or all, please see me.

I hope to see you tomorrow. God’s blessings be with you.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Cromey

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Parish Meeting begins at the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday May 6, 2007. Nominated for another term as Warden is Olu Akiwumi-Assani. Nominees for the Vestry in the Class of 2010 are David Parker, Gregory Strong, and Jerry Van Slyke. Come and hear about the past, present and future life of St. Luke's.]]> Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070422-173446 Gregory H Strong Sun, 22 Apr 2007 21:34:46 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=04&entry=entry070422-173446 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070412-133848
They are now be affiliated with 1st Candle /SIDS Alliance, a not for profit organization who helps with everything from SIDS research to helping families cope with a loss. It is recognized as one of the top fifteen children’s charities in America. (firstcandle.org) They have worked with them to set up a memorial fund in Ava Marie’s name. All donations are tax exempt and will be used towards SIDS research. SIDS claims the lives of over 2,500 children every year! We are hoping to do all we can to help fight SIDS, while remembering sweet Ava along the way.

Any help that you would be willing to offer will be greatly appreciated! They had such great success with the raffles last year and are hoping to expand it. They will gladly accept whatever you are willing to offer, gift certificates, gift baskets, etc. Every little bit counts! For a donation of $100 or more, you can sponsor a golf hole, which will display a sign with your business name on it.

For more info, visit their website. ]]> Announcements http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070412-133848 Gregory H Strong Thu, 12 Apr 2007 17:38:48 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=04&entry=entry070412-133848 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070331-164905
Tomorrow (April 1st) is Palm Sunday. I look forward to seeing you on this Holy Day. At 8:00 a.m. we will read the dramatic Passion Story from St. Luke. Then, at 10:00 a.m. we will present the beautiful tableaux of the Stations of the Cross. This was written especially for me by Madeline Morrissey sixteen years ago. I am most pleased to bring it into your experience.

As Holy Week continues, on Wednesday our bible study at 10:00 a.m. we examine a crucifixion scene. At 7:00 p.m., Maundy Thursday, we will discuss the meaning of the bread and wine in Holy Communion and then prepare the church for Good Friday.

Eight Beacon clergy will be our guests on Good Friday from noon to three. Each sermon will reflect on our Lord’s last moments on the Cross before he died. Since we are the host parish for the community, it is important we are present for some or all of this moving service. It will make our Easter celebrations (8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.) that much glorious.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Cromey]]> General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070331-164905 Gregory H Strong Sat, 31 Mar 2007 21:49:05 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=03&entry=entry070331-164905 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070329-134000
Palm Sunday, April first, begins Holy Week. As Christians this week is extremely important for us. During these days we identify with Jesus' journey to the cross for the sake of our salvation. St. Luke's will offer several occasions for you to make this time meaningful.

On Palm Sunday, the Passion Story According to St. Luke, will be read at 8:00 a.m. At 10:00 a.m., The Stations of the Cross will be presented in tableaux form in place of the gospel reading. This is a stunning powerful dramatization. I know you will be moved by it. A literary friend wrote it for me fifteen years ago. She saw the first production and has since passed away. I am always proud to present her creation now especially at St. Luke's.

On Wednesday, April 4th, at 12:10 p.m., our Bible Study will look at a crucifixion scene and discuss it from different points of view.

On Maundy Thursday, April 5th, I invite you to a special service in the church. We will examine the meanings of the last supper. Then we will perform the stripping of the alter which prepares the church for the next day.

From noon to 3:00 p.m. on Good Friday, we continue a Beacon tradition at St. Luke's: The Preaching of the Seven Last Words. I will host the service. Eight beacon Clergy will preach an introduction and Jesus' seven utterances as he died:

Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.

Today, thou shalt be with me in paradise.

Woman, behold thy son... Son, behold thy mother.

My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

I Thirst.

It is finished.

Father, into thy hands I command my Spirit.

One is not bound to stay for the three hours. try to spend as much time as possible.

The Glory of Easter, April 8th, speaks for itself. let us share that glory together at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Cromey]]> General http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070329-134000 Gregory H Strong Thu, 29 Mar 2007 18:40:00 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=03&entry=entry070329-134000 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070324-055432 http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/index.php?entry=entry070324-055432 Gregory H Strong Sat, 24 Mar 2007 10:54:32 GMT http://www.stlukesbeacon.dioceseny.org/blog/comments.php?y=07&m=03&entry=entry070324-055432