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It is recited in each liturgy and is as follows: I believe in one God, Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all ages. Light of Light, true God of true God, begotten, not created, of one essence with the Father; through whom all things were made. Who for us men and our salvation, came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary, and became man. He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate; he suffered and was buried. He rose on the third day, according to the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom shall have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father, who together with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who spoke through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the age to come. 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These include services that touch various stages and important moments in a person’s life. They affirm God’s Presence and Movement in our lives. The Holy Sacraments are: Eucharist, Baptism, Chrismation, Unction, Confession, Marriage and Holy Orders. https://www.stlukegoc.org/overview daily 0.75 2025-08-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/11467dae-b24f-4c57-b16c-3c382d81d65f/1000023216.jpg Ministries Overview - Acolytes The St. Luke Acolyte Ministry recruits and organizes the boys of St. Luke to be available to assist Father during the celebration of The Divine Liturgy and other services, rituals and traditions of the Orthodox Church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/1599009167246-SLP2E7KV3NJ0DMT52M0L/image-asset.jpeg Ministries Overview - Greeters Greeters welcome people as they arrive, assist visitors, maintain the Narthex candle area, and usher during church services. Ministry Team Leader: James Zogzas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/02a41121-0e44-48e5-84ab-12432f9bf8c2/1000023901.jpg Ministries Overview - Choir The St. Luke Choir Ministry has the wonderful opportunity to lead our parish family in worship. We come together to pray and lift our voices to the Lord in thanksgiving for all he has done for us. The word 'liturgy' is literally defined as, the work of the people. We would love to have the entire congregation join us in our responses. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/56d8dd58-778f-476b-bd6d-5ce241c0b96a/1000028786.jpg Ministries Overview - Youth The purpose of the St. Luke Youth Ministry is to engage our youth through fellowship, service, and social activities to encourage, support, and provides guidance to them in their growth as young adults and as faithful Orthodox Christians. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/b0324722-d53a-446a-839e-866f0a850280/1000025293.jpg Ministries Overview - Parish Council The Parish Council is the administrative body of a Church community elected by its stewards for the purpose of working together with the Parish Priest in fulfilling the mission and goals of that particular community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/121a86c1-b9d3-47d7-99a0-f4c20a164e96/Sunday+of+Orthodoxy+2022.jpg Ministries Overview - Sunday School The St. Luke Sunday School Ministry follows the Greek Orthodox Ecclesiastical Calendar with classes beginning after the start of the Ecclesiastical New Year on September 1st, and concluding in May. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/288b36ee-9717-4f24-9891-0e0a5e2e7a8e/1000023026.jpg Ministries Overview - Hospitality After the Sunday morning church services, St. Luke hosts a fellowship coffee hour in our Social Hall. The Hospitality team secures volunteers to host Hospitality, and helps with setting out refreshments and light snacks. Ministry Team Leaders: Darlene Barnes, Hattie Marandici, and Jen Stamos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/1599010269090-Y6Q97U19OP02RQSNNMI3/reader_image_1.jpg Ministries Overview - Readers Those serving on the Readers Team read the Bible readings during church services on Sundays. Ministry Team Leader: Darlene Barnes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/a336a21d-77ed-4146-a359-43f7c5041d11/holy+friday+yiayia+blankets+2021.jpg Ministries Overview - Yiayia’s Blankets Yiayia's Blankets is a blanket ministry where volunteers make handmade blankets, quilts, and afghans which are given to local charities in the Mooresville area. Ministry Team Leader: Mary Jo Richiusa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f34878a77c433356afce02a/1599437735145-76L3ETN9AVLZU1GXER94/philoptochos_image.JPG Ministries Overview - Philoptochos Philoptochos is a national organization for women age 18 and older. 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GOYA typically ministers to teenagers ages 13-18. Our program ministers to youth in Grades 6 - 12. GOYA BOARD Thalia Moshopoulos - President Zac Lawrence - Vice President Hunter Gribble - Secretary Barrett Loughnane - Treasurer Alex Luther - Spokesperson Grayson Shawb - Spokesperson HOPE/JOY - Toddlers to 5th grade. Adviser - Heather Workman Contact Information The Youth ministry would love to have volunteers to help plan and execute youth activities throughout the year. 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It is true that in some Orthodox Christian countries, such as Greece, more importance is placed on a person’s name day than their actual birthday. It is considered to be a great honor to be named after one of the saints. Luke was one of the original people to spread the Gospel of Christ and the Book of Luke in the New Testament talks his evangelism. Early Life of Saint Luke Saint Luke is one of those apostles that was actually born in Greece. He was from Antioch, which at the time was part of Ancient Syria. However, Antioch is considered to be “Hellenistic” and had a decidedly Greek influence. He is known for being well-educated, which means that he studied topics such as art, Ancient Greek philosophy, and even medicine. Later on, he pursued medicine even further and practiced as a physician. It is thought that Luke was considered to be a Hellenistic Jew, but this is under debate. Luke Follows Christ At some point in his life, Luke ended up traveling to Jerusalem. It is here that Luke encountered Christ and his teachings and eventually came to believe in him. This changed the course of his life and he began to preach about Christ to others. The Book of Luke is associated with him, and it tells the story of Christ’s life, works, and ministry, including his birth, death, and resurrection. The Acts of the Apostles is also associated with Luke and chronicles the works of those who traveled to spread news that Jesus Christ was the Messiah written about in the Old Testament. Later Years of Saint Luke Luke truly did leave his legacy on Christianity today. First of all, he is credited as being the first Orthodox icon painter. It is thought that he painted the earliest images of Mary with her child, Jesus. He also is credited with other images from Christianity and the life of Jesus Christ. He is also known as being an historian, and his writings reflect how dedicated he was to making sure that when he told the story of Christ that it was historically accurate. As a result of this diligence, historians and religious scholars alike have a greater picture of how the stories of the New Testament relate to history. Ultimately, Saint Luke was martyred after Emperor Nero ordered his beheading. 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