October 2012

THE SAINT LUKE LETTER

A Publication of the Richmond Chapter

of the International Order of St. Luke the Physician

8787 River Road, Richmond, Virginia 23229

www.oslrichmond.blogspot.com

An ecumenical Service of Healing is offered every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the

All Saints’ Chapel, 8787 River Road, Richmond, Virginia 23229

A couple of reminders: 

The Rev. Teresa McRoberts will teach a four-week class in October on healing from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 4825 Pouncey Tract Rd. 23059 in the Education Building, Room 204.

October 7                    Healing in the Church

October 14                  Healing in the Bible

October 21                  Forgiveness and Healing

October 28                  Becoming a Healing Ambassador

If you are interested in attending, please email her at tmcroberts@shadygroveumc.net to register. All materials will be provided and there is no charge for this class.

Thursday, October 11, 7:00 p.m. Richard and Kathy Verlander, parents of Detroit Tigers pitcher, Cy Young and American League MVP winner Justin Verlander – A Service of Healing with Eucharist at 6:00 followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 8, noon, Brown-bag luncheon to share blessings we have received in 2012.

Thursday, December 13, noon, Covered dish Christmas luncheon.

You do not have to be a member of the Order of St. Luke to attend the 10:30 a.m. Thursday Healing Service or one of the monthly meetings. Visitors are always welcome. If you think you might attend one of the talks, please call Mary at 784-4386. We would like to have enough chairs set up and enough food.

The Order of St. Luke on October 11, 7:00 p.m. in the All Saints Parish Hall welcomes, Kathy and Richard Verlander. They will share their story of how they raised MLB Star and 2011 American League MVP Detroit Tigers superstar pitcher Justin Verlander. The Verlanders message resonates with any group that embraces values emphasizing teamwork, sacrifice and reaching for the best within all of us.

The Verlanders recently published book entitled “Rocks Across the Pond” chronicles this family’s incredible journey from it’s rural Virginia Roots to Detroit, MLB and superstardom. They enjoy speaking with parents, coaches, teachers and youth groups about the vital role they play in helping young people to follow their dreams. Sharing the belief that each child is born with a gift to be nurtured is their passion.

Raising children represents a labor of love and commitment to being the best parent one can be. Regardless of how much talent a child may possess, young people will not thrive and reach their full potential without the guidance and mentoring of key individuals and loved ones in their lives. Please make plans to attend this inspirational talk.