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Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
8:30 a.m. Communion Service
9:45 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Encounter Contemporary Worship in the Fellowship Hall
8:45 a.m.
Sunday School for all ages
9:45 a.m.
Holy Communion
12 noon in the Chapel
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St. Luke's Center for Counseling & Life Enrichment
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Located at 2719 Joanel (across Edloe from St. Luke's main campus)
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Introducing the Nick Finnegan Ministry
benefiting the
St. Luke's Center For Counseling and Life Enrichment
 William Nicholas “Nick” Finnegan V was born on March 31, 1986 and died August 9, 2004. Nick was a truly outstanding individual, loved by all who knew him. He was a 2004 graduate of St. John's School where he was a high honors student, a National Merit Finalist, and an Advanced Placement Scholar, with distinction. He was captain of the cross-country and track teams, voted outstanding athlete in his class for both his junior and senior years, and continues to hold the 1,600 meter record at St. John's. With nine varsity letters in track, cross-country, and soccer and all-conference cross-country and track recognition for the last two years, he was an unusually skilled athlete, as well as a scholar. His sense of humor charmed all who knew him. He especially loved his little brother, Scotty, and his younger sister, Terrell, whose athletic events he attended unfailingly. Nick’s mother, Susan Finnegan remembers fondly that one time when he and friends were all gathered at their home, “Nick made each of the guys come and say thank you to me. Nick has changed a lot of people’s lives, he was a guy whose impact was on how people interacted.”
The Nick Finnegan Ministry was established in memory of Nick by his parents, Bill and Susan Finnegan who through their experience of supportive Christian counseling in their time of need were able to grieve the loss of their son and find the faith to move forward as a family. Their hope for Nick’s ministry is that it supports a lifelong commitment to encourage people to seek help when they need it and that it will raise awareness that it is okay to ask for help and that there are resources readily available for minimal cost. The Finnegan family embraces a commitment to healing brokenness and that every time a life is changed through the work of the St. Luke’s Center for Counseling and Life Enrichment, Nick’s compassion and love for others is remembered. All programs sponsored by the Nick Finnegan Ministry offer hope for people in challenging life situations through supportive relationships and resources in the church and community.
To Make A Donation to the Nick Finnegan Ministry
Call 713-402-5046
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Questions & Answers
What types of counseling are offered?
Comprehensive counseling for individuals, couples, families, children, teens, adults of all ages to address any concerns or problems. St. Luke’s UMC will partner with the Carole and Ronald Krist Samaritan Center for Counseling and Education and Interface-Samaritan Counseling Centers to provide counselors on site to help people find a counselor or program that meets their needs. Additionally, St. Luke’s Center will provide referral services to reputable counselors in the community.
What types of life enrichment are offered?
The Life Enrichment Program will offer groups such as: children and teens grief groups, parenting support programs, parent and family workshops, marriage support programs, topical groups for singles, social skills groups for children and teens. In addition, the Divorce Recovery Group, Grief Group, and Stephen Ministry programs will continue through the Counseling Center. See Speaker Series
How is confidentiality handled?
All services provided by the St. Luke’s Center for Counseling and Life Enrichment are handled with confidentiality and great care to ensure that individuals, couples and families that access the center feel safe and secure in receiving support. The fact that a person visits the center for any reason is kept confidential and parking is provided onsite and in the church parking lot. Multiple waiting areas allow for privacy while waiting for appointments.
How can volunteers help?
There will be opportunities for a small group of member volunteers as the center starts growing and opening programs. Volunteers will be required to interview with the Director, agree to a background check, attend an orientation including the legal and ethical guidelines for confidentiality, and sign a confidentiality agreement. Adds Amy Birchill, Director, “St. Luke’s wants to reach out and say, ‘Everybody needs some help sometimes. Come here for help. We will help show you the way.’”
If you or someone you know is suffering from a mental illness or overwhelming emotional stress and could use some support, please contact the St. Luke’s Center for Counseling and Life Enrichment, 713-402-5046. Amy welcomes suggestions and inquiries.
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