June 2026

Senior Warden, Sharon Gay

Junior Warden, Pat Brumbaugh

Dear St. Luke’s,

As late spring turns to early summer, our St. Luke’s family has much to celebrate.  With grateful thanks to Rev. Michael and the rest of the clergy and staff, our Easter season was fantastic, filled with inspiration and beauty.  Easter led to graduations, and on Youth Sunday, our preaching seniors (two sets of twins – how cool!) reminded us of the wisdom of the young.  And last Sunday, Rev. Brian set a fire under us on Holy Trinity Sunday!

And we have much to look forward to:  As you read this, our youth are heading to England on their pilgrimage.  We pray that God will stir within them a spirit of curiosity and wonder; that they will be open to God’s presence in new places, new people, and new experiences; and that God will keep them safe in mind, body, and spirit.  And on June 8, we will welcome the Association of Anglican Musicians for its 2026 Annual Conference’s Opening Eucharist, featuring the great Matthew Brown and our Adult Choir, with Rev. Dr. Gabby Thomas celebrating. 

Here are some other items to keep you updated:

Rector Search.  Applications are closed, and the Bishop’s office forwarded 19 applications from eligible candidates.  The committee is hard at work reviewing those applications and deciding whom to interview.  Thank you again to the members of the search committee:  Drew Putt (Chair), Jodi Black, Lindley Cole, John Earles, Caroline Fooshee, David Gillon, Lala Halsema, Scott Inman, Mary Kyle, Louis McLeod, Jason O’Rouke, Deneta Sells, Adelaide Steedley, and Carrie Teegardin.

New Staff.  If you noticed that our photos and videos are looking a little more spiffy, that is thanks to Matthew Courchaine, our new photographer, filmmaker, digital communications expert, and live-streaming coordinator.  You can see Matthew and team’s great work by following St. Luke's Atlanta on Facebook and Instagram, and by watching our At the Broad Step weekly messages

CYF.  Although the school year just finished, the Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) Committee is already hard at work planning for the fall.  Rev. Helen White has been consulting with the CYF Committee regarding programming and curriculum.  Thank you to all the members of the CYF Committee for their leadership in this time of transition. 

The Backyard.  It’s coming along!   Every week sees progress, and we’re on target for completion and dedication near the end of the summer. 

That’s all for now.  For the latest information anytime, visit stlukesatlanta.org/news.

Thank you for your continued prayers.

Sharon Gay

Pat Brumbaugh