News & Events
JULY
July 28: Animate Bible Study 8:00 AM
July 28: In-Person Worship Services 9:30 & 11:00 AM
July 30: In-Person Women's Group 9:00 AM
July 31: In-Person Men's Group 8:00 AM
August
August 4: Soulfire Back to School Party at Shark Wake Park
August 4: Animate Bible Study 8:00 AM
August 4: In-Person Worship Services 9:30 & 11:00 AM
August 6: In-Person and Zoom Women's Group 9:00 AM
August 7: In-Person and Zoom Men's Group 8:00 AM
Ministry Opportunities Click Here
Pastor Jim will also offer a summer Bible study at 8:00am in the Learning Center. The class begins July 14 and concludes August 25. Each week the series, titled Animate, offers a ten-minute video instruction from well-known theologians like Bp. Will Willamon, Phyllis Tickle, and Rachel Held-Evans; Pastor Jim will then guide the discussion following. The main topic of the class is The Bible, with conversation around topics like the making of the canon, Biblical interpretation, the partnership of the Old and New Testaments, and how to read the various genres in scripture.
SOULFIRE is invited to the ultimate Back to School Party at Shark Wake Park on Sunday, August 4th! Get ready for an action-packed day of wakeboarding, water fun, and making unforgettable memories with friends. Don't miss out on this exciting event to kick off the school year with a splash! Please sign up each participant below. We will meet at Shark Wake Park. Parents are responsible for transportation, and for safety reasons we are asking parents to stay and enjoy each other's company. Cost is $25 per student. The deadline to register is Saturday, July 27 at Noon.
The next New Member Orientation will be Saturday, August 17, 8:30am – Noon. If you would like to know more about membership at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, this orientation will answer any questions you may have, review HSLC’s understanding of our ministry, and offer key insights about how Lutherans answer the big questions about God. An optional tour will be available at the conclusion of the morning. A light breakfast is provided, so we ask you to register below. Childcare is available upon request.
Join us on Sunday, August 25 at 4:00 PM for a rejuvenating breathing exercise session that will relax your mind and work your muscles while meditating and listening to Jesus within yourself. Class is led by one of our very own congregation members. This peaceful practice will help you connect deeply with your faith and find inner tranquility. Come experience the calming presence of Jesus and unwind with exercise with your fellow sisters in Christ. No experience is necessary. We look forward to seeing you at this free class! Please RSVP to reserve your spot, as spots are limited.
This year's Family Retreat will be in Luthersprings located in Hawthorne, FL. The retreat cost is $380 per family and includes lodging in motel style rooms, activities and all meals from lunch on Saturday to breakfast on Monday. Activities include kayaking, swimming, archery, gaga ball, foosball, environmental prayer hikes, campfires with smores, crafts, family games and some down time for parents.
Pastor Jim will be leading an autumn motorcycle retreat at Lutheridge Camp and Conference Center October 4-7, 2024! Lodging, dinners and breakfast included. Group rides to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, including a stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
The church app has some updates!!! New features include more tiles with more information, including on SOULFIRE, HIS KIDS, Holiday Schedules and more. Also new: members can control what information is visible in the church directory, you can see giving history and upcoming recurring gifts, and more to come. If you are not already using the app, click the appropriate device type below and get started. You can call the church office at 561-624-9663 if you need assistance!
Everyone has family & friends who have
been diagnosed with cancer. Cancer creates a crisis for
those affected by cancer, the entire family, and their loved ones. The diagnosis
is frightening. The treatment is difficult. The aftershocks are long lasting. Families facing cancer often look
for a place where they can find the support and understanding they need to cope with the long term
effects of cancer. It was for this reason that the Cancer Support Ministry was founded at HSLC in
2018. Join us the 3rd Wednesday each month at 6:00 PM in the Learning Center room 207. Our next meeting will be on JULY 14.
Are you looking to socialize and enjoy time with other couples? Do you want to expand your Christian friendships? Join us the 2nd Sunday of the month at 6:00 PM in the Learning Center room 203 for fellowship with other couples, hosted by Lois and Marty Light. For information, please contact the church office. Childcare is available upon request! Contact the church office. Our next meeting is JULY 17.
A new church app is available! This app does everything the old one did and more! In addition to giving, the church calendar and church directory, the new app will also have all event sign ups in one place. You can also watch each Sunday's service with the app. We encourage you to watch the video and download the new app. As always, if you have any questions or need to troubleshoot, please contact the church office at 561-624-9663.
How You Can Volunteer at HSLC or Help Those in Need
We’re all connected
“Anxious hearts are very heavy, but a word of
encouragement does wonders.”
Proverbs 12:25
SANDWICH MAKING
HSLC Volunteers will be making sandwiches for those in need in our community. Meet us at 8:30 AM on Wednesdays,
AUGUST 21 (only) in the HSLC sanctuary. Please contact the church office at office@hslcjuno.org if you would like to participate.
FLOWER MINISTRY
Our Flower Ministry consists of flower arrangers and those to deliver them. Those of you interested will make arrangements using the flowers provided. Flower deliverers will have 3-4 shut-ins to take flowers to. Let’s cheer someone up with flowers blessed from our worship and prayer! Please contact the church office if you would like to participate.
DONATIONS TO HSLC TO HELP THE COMMUNITY
We collect the following items throughout the week (8:30 - 4:30) and each Sunday. Please place in the storage room on the north end of the church.
At this time we are not collecting vases, books, household goods or furniture. Please contact the church office with questions at 561-624-9663.
Thank you for caring for God’s people who are in a season of need.
Ministry News
UPDATE FROM HAITI, VILLAGE OF HOPE: Click here to read!
Care Ministry Needs
HYGIENE KITS: Hygiene Kits are needed for clients of St. George Center. We are collecting TRAVEL-SIZED ITEMS: toothpaste, toothbrush, mouthwash, dental floss, comb, shaving cream, razor, body wash/shampoo, lotion/sunscreen, deodorant. Additional items we like to include: wash cloth (neutral colors), socks, band-aids, wipes, gallon size Ziploc bags. You can also bring in already prepared Hygiene Kits with the above items inside a gallon bag. If you have any questions, please contact, the church office at office@hslcjuno.org. Thank you so much!
GAS CARD DONATIONS: The Food Pantry has a cargo van that picks up donations from generous donors almost daily. Gas cards are needed to keep the van running. You may drop off your cards to the Church Office..
FOOD AND CLOTHING PANTRY: Each week the Food Pantry distributes food to families in need in Lake Park. Due to the pandemic, we are reaching new highs in the number of families needing items. Click the link to see what the food items needed are: Community_Food_Pantry_Needs.pdf. While we have community partners, including Whole Foods, Publix, Seacoast Bank, and Palm Beach Harvest, we still need your help with donations. If you do not feel safe shopping, you can make a donation to the Care Ministry at HSLC and designate it for the Food & Clothing Pantry, or donate gift cards for food. We are in need of volunteers on Tuesdays from 8 to 11 am to safely distribute food. Contact the church office to volunteer.
HOMELESS MINISTRY: Items needed for the Homeless at St. Anne's and St. George's: rolling suitcases, shoes, belts, hats, cloth shopping bags, men’s jeans/pants (sizes 28-38) and ladies pants. Small size toiletries, band aids, sunscreen, bug spray and vitamins are needed. Inexpensive watches are needed. Please place in the patio storage room. We need laptops or iPads for families in transition from homelessness. If you have one to donate, please contact the church office.
SANDWICHES FOR THE NEEDY: Hard boiled eggs and sandwiches are needed each week for the hungry. Please bring individually wrapped sandwiches with no condiments and boiled eggs in a container and leave in the church kitchen refrigerator by 9:00 AM on Wednesday mornings.
There are many volunteer opportunities within the Care Ministry. If you have time and a passion for giving back your time, please join the Care Ministry team of volunteers by contacting the church office at 561-624-9663.
Church Council 2024
If you would like a copy of the most recent Church Council Meeting minutes or copies of any past meetings, please contact the church office at 561-624-9663 or office@hslcjuno.org. Your 2023 Church Council is Gavin McNally (President), Vicki Pugh (Vice President), Christopher Monte (Secretary), John Vaccaro (Treasurer), John Banitt, Joanne Cerreta, Carol Entrekin, and Pastor James Graeser.
