Community

Community is a gift from God that we co-create!

St. Luke’s is a vibrant community made up of many interwoven and interdependent groups. Whether gathered for worship, service, or fellowship, each community within St. Luke’s has its own unique spirit and purpose. Beyond our congregation, we are deeply connected to the wider community—the Diocese of Ohio, local nonprofits, neighborhood businesses, and foundations—all of whom join us in a shared commitment of caring support and purpose.

Voices Of Our Church

People remember your story here and care about you.

Cathy

What makes St. Luke’s so special is that it is a warm and welcoming group that is dedicated to showing Christ’s love in service to the community. It’s so beautiful to see people serve God in each their own way through volunteering, music, art, teaching, and caring for one another. Every new visitor is treated like family.

Jordan

It's about the giving people that are here. I've experienced St. Luke's for 30 years and that's the constant—the giving, welcoming, smiling people.

Nancy

I love the people here, the characters. I tell my friends, "Come! You'll love it. You'll have fun." It's different in the best sense of the word. If I wasn't here, I would be at a real loss.

Jane

Worship Community

Each week, we gather for worship, reflection, and fellowship, then share a delicious meal prepared by Chef Vi. This time together strengthens our bonds and forms the heart of our church, extending out to the many communities that make up our church family and inspiring all that we do.

Service Communities

At St. Luke’s, service is both an act of worship and a way to build community. Our core programs—the Mobile Pantry, Community Meal and Your Neighbor’s Cloak—have become more than just services; they have nurtured lasting friendships and strong connections among both volunteers and those we serve.

Neighborhood Communities

St. Luke’s is deeply rooted in the Detroit Shoreway and Cudell neighborhoods of Cleveland. We collaborate closely with local businesses and nonprofits to identify and address community needs. And as anyone who has attended Not Ya Mama’s Bingo knows, building vibrant relationships with your neighbors can be fun! And if you haven’t ridden the Euclid Beach Rocket Car at the annual Juneteenth celebration, you don’t know what you are missing.

Juneteenth

Experience free food, face-painting, fun games and of course, the Euclid Beach Rocket Car at St. Luke’s annual Juneteenth celebration.

Not Ya Mama’s Bingo

Your Mama never told you that playing Bingo could be so much fun! Bingo should be for everyone, so to remove any barriers to participation, all games are always free. We also have snacks and give away gift-card prizes to the most-requested stores and local businesses.

St. Francis Pet Blessing

At the annual St. Francis Pet Blessing we celebrate the love and companionship of our animal friends. Pets bring joy, comfort, and connection and help to strengthen neighborhood bonds. Whether furry, feathered, or scaled, all pets are welcome to receive a blessing from Mother Leah as we give thanks for their presence in our lives.

Community of Churches

Simply put, St. Luke’s wouldn’t be able to do its work without the support of the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio and the many churches that partner with us. In particular, our Gift of Giving Christmas Initiative and Back to School Bash are actively supported by our friends in other churches. Through these initiatives and our service activities, members from churches across the Cleveland area come together—not just to serve, but to connect, build relationships, and strengthen our shared community.

The Gift of Giving Christmas Initiative

No family should miss out on the joy of Christmas giving due to financial hardship. During the Gift of Giving Christman Initiative families come to St. Luke’s to select presents donated by our church partners—and we even provide gift wrapping!

Back to School Bash

At the Back School Bash, students and their parents select the school supplies they need to make a great start to the school year. Our goal is for every child to leave with every supply they need to be successful at school.