The Nurture Ministries are very excited about the move of God in our Church and the awe-inspiring privilege God has given us to make disciples for Jesus Christ. We believe God wants all people to come to saving faith and experience the joy and peace that is ours through the redeeming love of Jesus.

We are committed to lifelong Christian formation through the Discipleship Ministry, and intentionally meeting the felt needs of our church family through the Congregational Care Ministry.

Nuture Ministries

Bible Studies-
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Advent Bible Study
Advent Bible Study is a monthly, home-based, bible study that prepares participants for the season of Advent. ABS is held each December. The focus is on the coming of the Christ child.


Children’s Bible Study
Children’s Bible Study is designed to educate, train, and move children in kindergarten through sixth grade toward spiritual maturity through building relationships and using a four part curriculum entitled “Breakout”. The curriculum is designed to help children Know Christ, Grow in Christ, Serve Christ, and Share Christ with those around them. Each year children advance to a different level in the program.

Invitation To John: A Short-Term Disciple Bible Study

 In its wisdom, the early church chose to keep four Gospel accounts of the life,  ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Three of these Gospels are very similar  to each other in both what they tell about the story of Jesus and how they tell it.   However, the Gospel of John stands apart. In it we find Jesus speaking not in  parables but in lengthy discourses. We overhear Jesus speaking with Nicodemus,   a Samaritan woman, and Mary Magdalene. We marvel at Jesus turning water into  wine, calling Lazarus from the tomb, and washing his disciples’ feet. You are  hereby issued an invitation to come and see this Jesus—to hear him speak, to see  his sign—and to consider anew what it means to be one of his followers.

 

Disciple Bible Study (Levels I)
A high commitment, long-term bible study program. (34 weeks) DBS offers congregations a challenge and a promise. The challenge is to see the regular in-depth study of scripture as a foundation for making disciples and performing ministry. The promise is that all who submit themselves to examination by scripture will, with the aid of the Holy Spirit, be changed. This course is for congregations desiring a way of life -- as individual Christians and as a faithful members of the community -- to be transformed by the way of Christ, commitment to the study of the bible is the first and foundational step to take. We invite you to join us in our journey toward faithful discipleship!

Lenten Bible Study
Lenten Bible Study coincides with the season of Lent, which spans 40 weekdays beginning on Ash Wednesday and concludes during Holy Week. This study is marked by a time of prayer and preparation to celebrate Easter, the resurrection of the our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Youth Bible Studies
The educational ministry provides bible studies targeted toward our youth. These bible studies create a setting in which the youth can come to know God and be transformed through the love of God. 

Family Ministry

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Library Ministries
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Church Heritage & Archives-
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The Church Heritage and Archives Ministry exists to collect, catalog, and display the "tangible" history of St. Luke.

Established in 1987, the African Heritage Ministry exists to provide a vehicle for members, along with the community, to learn, celebrate, and affirm (who we are and whose we are) through study (African Heritage Holy Bible Study), worship, and fellowship experiences. Annual activities include the Zan W. Holmes, Jr. African Heritage Lecture Series, a citywide Kwanzaa Observance and Kwanzaa Reaffirmation service. The Zan W. Holmes, Jr. African Heritage Lecture series has featured prominent theologians and preachers, including Dr. Henry Mitchell, Dr. Charles Copher, Dr. Renita J. Weems, and Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright.

Church School-
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Church School provides Christian education, in Sunday school and other settings that allow growth in the understanding of the Bible and the Christian faith --fostering Christian disciples and good neighbors.

Vacation Church School
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Lay Speakers
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Candidates of Ministry
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Trinity Adult Singles

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Trinity Singles ministry purpose is to promote wholeness in each individual’s life by providing an atmosphere of acceptance and genuine care: thereby, individuals may grow and become what God wants them to be. As individuals, we will encourage, equip, and empower God’s people to mirror and reproduce the image of Jesus Christ throughout our families, the church, the community and the world.

Young Adult Ministry (YAMS)

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The Young Adult Ministry is a vehicle to provide personal and collective spiritual growth to people ages 18-30 through church involvement, fellowship, and discipleship. The ministry conducts a monthly Bible study. It also hosts a weekly Sunday School class, “Witness”, and an annual “Spiritual Love Jones”-- an alternative worship service that allows us to artistically express our views of the world around us from a Christian perspective. Additionally, the ministry provides various opportunities to interact with young adult brothers and sisters in Christ through fellowships.

Keenagers

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The Keenager ministry focuses on adults age 50 and over, both married and single. Through Keenager Bible study, sacred dance, and fellowship, the ministry addresses the concerns and conditions of mature adults in the church and surrounding community so that they may grow in the understanding of themselves and the Christian faith, and that their quality of life may be improved.


Lay Visitation

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Shares the word of God with all hospitalized members and immediate families. The ministry also visits the sick and the shut in, supporting them through prayer and presence.


Married Couples Ministry

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Married Couples Ministry (“MCM”) is appropriate for married couples of all ages and stages, and provides an environment saturated with encouragement, education, and interaction to help couples successfully navigate their marital journey!

The Married Couples Ministry provides opportunities and environments through bible studies, retreats, home fellowships, and seminars where husbands and wives can build upon their existing foundation and be empowered to love one another as Christ loves us all ... Unconditionally, Intimately, and with Forgiveness.

Ministry Purpose & Objectives:

• Promote God's Plan for Marriage
• Share Tools, Tips & Resources for Relationships
• Foster Fellowship
• Promote Healthy Families
• Enhance Communication
• Encourage
• Promote a Daily Renewal of Vows