Parenting Group | Brain-Based Parening - From Chaos to Connection
Join a Parenting Support Group this fall designed for parents of children ages 2–12.
Parenting Group Details:
Title: Brain-Based Parenting: From Chaos to Connection
Facilitator: Kaylee Strickland, P-LPC, Ed.S., M.Ed., NCC of Fair Park Counseling
Dates: Beginning Monday, September 8 | Meeting for 6 - 8 Weeks
Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church
1400 Clayton Ave | Tupelo, MS
This 6–8 week group will help parents move beyond survival mode by teaching brain-based strategies that build connection, calm, and resilience at home.
There is no cost to participate, but registration is encouraged to ensure space and materials are prepared. There will only be 8 seats available.
Online Registration has ended, but we have a few seats left.
Call the office at 662-84206522 to register by 4pm on Monday, September 15th.
Grief Support Group
Do you need a safe, supportive place to process grief, loss, and letting go?
We are offering a Grief Support Group this fall.
Grief Support Group Details:
Facilitator: Myra Simmons, MBA, CHWCC, NCC, P-LPC, THTC of Fair Park Counseling
Dates: Beginning Saturday, September 13 | Meeting for 6 - 8 weeks
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church
1400 Clayton Ave | Tupelo, MS
This group will provide a compassionate space for those navigating loss to share their stories, find encouragement, and begin to discover hope and healing.
There is no cost to participate, but registration is encouraged so we may prepare well for those attending.
Register here: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MmNlYzMwMDMtNmU2OS00OTkxLTk0ZjMtYjM0NDAxMTI0YWM2
Women's Bible Study | The Grace of Les Miserables
Join Us For A Deep Dive Into the themes of Grace, Justice, Poverty, Revolution, Love, and Hope found in Hugo’s characters.
Led by Charlotte McGraw
Begins Monday, September 15th | 10am
Let us know you plan to attend by registering HERE.
To order your book you may call the church office 662-842-6522 OR recieve it sooner by clicking HERE to order from Amazon.
Bunco Night
Never played Bunco before? No problem! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, you’re invited to join us for a night of laughter, dice, and friendly competition.
Our very own Jack Curtis will teach you everything you need to know—so all skill levels are welcome! Come solo or bring a friend, and get ready for a fun evening of rolling, chatting, and maybe even winning a prize or two.
When: Monday, September 16 at 6:00 PM
Where: St. Luke United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall
Click the link to register: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=ZTRiMGRlNWEtNTE0NC00MTFmLWEzOTYtYjM1MjAxMmY3NjEy
Bible Study: From the Inside Out
This fall, we’re beginning a new study called, From the Inside Out. Together, we’ll explore what it means to follow Jesus in a way that transforms our whole lives—our thoughts, habits, relationships, and actions. Each week, we’ll watch a short video, reflect on Scripture, and practice simple, life-giving ways to grow in Christ.
This isn’t about adding more to your to-do list. It’s about discovering how God’s grace reshapes us from the inside out, so that we can live with greater freedom, peace, and joy.
Come with your questions, your curiosity, and your desire to go deeper. Everyone is welcome—whether you’re new to Bible study or have been in church for years.
Join us September 17 - October 29 at 5:30 PM in the New Dimensions Room.
Huddle Up | Men's Group
Huddle Up | Men’s Small Group
Kickoff: Saturday, September 20th, 9:00 AM
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church, 1400 Clayton Ave, Tupelo
Life can be tough, and sometimes men need a space to get real. Huddle Up is a new small group for men to meet, share openly, and encourage one another through struggles, habits, hangups, and anything that hinders our walk with Christ.
This is a place to be honest, find support, and develop a game plan for living faithfully. You don’t have to face life alone—join other men who understand what you’re going through.
📅 Meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 St. Luke UMC | Library
Are you ready to Huddle Up? Come join us and take the next step in strengthening your faith and your life.
Register Here: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=ODU1ZTkwMjAtNDRjMy00Y2U4LThlNGUtYjM0NzAxMGY3OWUy
Rooted | Swim Party
Rooted Pool Party
📅 Sunday, September 21
⏰ 3:00 – 6:00 PM (Dinner at 5:00 PM)
Make a splash with us at the Rooted Pool Party! Join your Rooted friends for an afternoon of swimming, food, and fun. Bring a towel, a lawn chair, and get ready for a great time of fellowship.
Each Rooted member may invite one friend—just be sure to have a signed Liability/Release form on file or complete this form.
Don’t miss out on this chance to connect, relax, and celebrate together before fall gets too busy.
📌 Sign-up deadline: Monday, September 15
Women of Worship (WOW) Monthly Gathering
The St. Luke Women of Worship—affectionately known as WOW—is a place for women of all ages to gather, connect, and grow together in faith.
We meet once a month to share a meal, enjoy meaningful fellowship, and be encouraged through a devotional. Each gathering also features a special guest—sometimes for fun, sometimes for mission, sometimes to inform and inspire us about the needs in our community and beyond.
Whether you’re looking for friendship, spiritual encouragement, or a way to get more connected at St. Luke, WOW is a welcoming circle where your story matters. Come as you are, bring a friend, and discover the joy of sharing life and faith together.
Come as you are—bring a friend, share a meal, and be inspired!
Menopause Masterclass
Have you recently Googled questions like:
What age do you start menopause?
How does perimenopause affect the body, brain, weight, and sleep?
Why does menopause cause weight gain?
How do I know if I’m perimenopausal?
Functional Nutrition Coach Julie Gibens, CFNC of Live for Balance will answer your burning in this Menopause Masterclass!
Event Details:
Title: Menopause Masterclass: From Hormone Havoc to Harmony
Facilitator: Julie Gibens, CFNC
Date/Time: Sunday, September 28 | 3:00 – 4:30 pm
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church
1400 Clayton Avenue | Tupelo, MS 38804
This workshop will offer practical strategies for navigating menopause with greater understanding, balance, and health. Our hope is that it will provide women in our community with tools and encouragement to thrive during this important stage of life.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is encouraged.
Register here: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=NTZjNWI4NjUtZDU0Zi00ZmVhLWIxMTQtYjM0NDAxMTcxOTc1
Planted in Promise
A four-week journey into trust, abundance, and shared purpose. Because God is still providing, still multiplying, still calling us to plant with hope.
This October, we’ll explore what it means to be generous people—not because we have it all together, but because we trust that God is at work in us and through us. Whether we feel full or empty, weary or hopeful, we each have something to offer. And when we offer what we have, God grows something beautiful in community.
Each week, we’ll reflect on scripture, share stories of how God is at work at St. Luke, and lean into the promise that when we give with open hands and trusting hearts, we become part of God’s growing, life-giving future.
Nutrition Shift
We are offering a four-week nutrition class this fall designed to make healthy living both practical and sustainable. Looking for a fresh approach to food and wellness? We invite you to join us!
Event Details:
Title: Nutrition Shift: Bite-Sized Habits & The Unprocessed Truth
Facilitator: Julie Gibens, CFNC | Functional Nutrition Coach of Live for Balance
Format: Four-week class series
Date/Time: Mondays, October 6th - October 27th | 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church
1400 Clayton Avenue | Tupelo, MS 38804
This class will focus on small, realistic changes that add up to better health, energy, and overall well-being. You will walk away with practical tools and a clearer understanding of how nutrition impacts everyday life.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is encouraged.
Register here: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=NDg0YTg0ZjktY2Q2MS00Yzc5LWFhOTUtYjM0NDAxNjBkZTM0
Mindfulness Monthly | Letting Go with Watercolors
Find your calm with Mindfulness Monthly: Letting Go with Watercolor workshop. This workshop is designed to give you space for creativity, reflection, and renewal.
Event Details:
Mindfulness Monthly: Letting Go with Watercolor
Facilitator: Tracye Mason
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 7th | 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: St. Luke United Methodist Church
1400 Clayton Avenue | Tupelo, MS 38804
This one-time class blends simple watercolor techniques with mindfulness practices, creating an accessible and restorative experience for people of all backgrounds—no prior art experience required.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is encouraged.
Register here: https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MGRlOWMzZWYtYTkxYi00MDAxLWI4ZWItYjM0NDAxMTkxOWIy
More about Tracye Mason:
For more than 25 years, Tracye has devoted herself to the healing arts as a licensed massage therapist and Reiki master. Her work weaves together bodywork, energy practices, breath work, and the gift of deep listening, offering comfort and encouragement to those she serves.
With a heart for connecting the spiritual and the everyday, Tracye delights in creating spaces of peace and beauty. She finds joy in her garden among flowers and herbs, in her kitchen preparing nourishing meals for family and neighbors, and on the trail hiking with her husband. Her love for God, nature, and people also finds expression in her interests in herbalism and painting.
Above all, Tracye is guided by a calling to nurture, to serve, and to invite others into experiences of healing, renewal, and grace—whether in her home, her church, or her wider community.
Midweek Manna
Join us for our monthly meal at 5:30pm and enjoy fellowship, games, and fun for all ages!
Click the link below to register by Monday, October 6th or call the church office 662-842-6522.
Midweek Manna
Join us for our monthly meal at 5:30pm and enjoy fellowship, games, and fun for all ages!
Click the link below to register by Monday, October 6th or call the church office 662-842-6522.
Food & Craft Bazaar 2025
The Women of Worship are hosting their annual Food & Craft Bizarre. They will be set up on Saturday, November 22rd, from 9 AM - 2 PM with a variety of homemade desserts, casseroles, and crafts. All money will go to support local missions and ministry! If you’re willing to bring something to sell at the WOW (women of worship) booth this year, then please let the church office know.
VENDOR BOOTHS AVAILABLE! There are a limited number of booth spots available.
Fill out the application below and Grey Whitley will reach out if you are selected.
Location: 1400 Clayton Ave, Tupelo, MS 38804
Time: 9 - 2 PM, set up on Saturday Morning starting at 7:30AM
Booths: 10x10 inside the Gym, bring your own tables, electricity for booths is not available
Cost: $25
*Vendors are responsible for collecting their own sales tax.
Midweek Manna
Join us for our monthly meal at 5:30pm and enjoy fellowship, games, and fun for all ages!
Click the link below to register by Monday, December 10th or call the church office 662-842-6522.
Midweek Manna
You’re invited to Midweek Manna!
Take a midweek break and join us on Wednesday at 5:30pm for a delicious meal, meaningful fellowship, and fun for all ages. It’s food for both body and soul, and a great way to recharge with your church family.
Please register by Monday, September 8th. Click Here to Register.
Or call the church office at 662-842-6522.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Rooted Kick-off
Grades 6th - 12th students are invited to join us for our weekly Rooted events! Here we study the bible in a fun and safe space.
Join us for the kick-off on September 7th at 3:00pm!
Library Ribbon Cutting
Following Worship | Sunday, September 7th
We invite you to join our library volunteers for a ribbon cutting of our newly renovated church library. We hope you will help us celebrate a greatly resourced space for study and renewal. The library will be open to the St Luke members and to the public during regular office hours: Monday - Thursday | 9am - 5pm
Let us know you plan to attend the Library Ribbon Cutting by clicking the link below.
https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MDQ4ZTY0YTUtZWM4MS00ZjNmLThjOGMtYjMzMDAxMTRhNjUw
Blessing of the Backpacks
Students & Teachers -- You're invited to bring your backpack and/or planner to worship on Sunday for a blessing as you start the new year!
Realm Directory Photo | Make-up Day
Realm Directory Photo | Make-up Day
September 7th
For anyone who missed having their directory photo taken in the Spring, there will be a make-up day on Sunday, September 7th!
Meet Grey in the courtyard at either 10:00am or 11:30, immediately following worship.
Images will be added to your Realm Profile.
*A realm training is coming soon. Date and time TBD.
Safe Sanctuaries Training
All youth volunteers and those interested in working with youth, please register to attend. This training is required for all 2025-2026 volunteers and will be packed with essential information on keeping our St Luke Kid’s safe.
Please, register by clicking the link below.
Worship Series: A Parable Three Ways
Worship Series: A Parable Three Ways | Luke 10:25 - 37 | The Good Samaritan
We invite you to join us as we take one of Jesus’ most familiar stories - The Good Samaritan - and serve it up three ways. Like a good recipe, this parable has layers of meaning that deserve to be savored. Each week, we’ll explore it from a different angle:
August 17th | Compassion Begins with Seeing : Slowing down to really see.
August 24th | Neighbor is a verb: Learning how to neighbor.
August 31st | Go and Do Likewise
This isn’t just a rerun of a story you’ve heard before - it’s a remix. Expect to be challenged. Expect to be moved. Expect the Spirit to stir something unexpected. Because when we sit with Scripture long enough, we discover that even the stories we think we know still have something new to teach us.
We’ll save you a seat!
10:30am | 1400 Clayton Ave. Tupelo
Summer Joy
Join us for some SUMMER JOY!
We’ll have dinner starting at 5 PM followed by games, crafts, fellowship and open gym time.
Menu: Pizza, Salad & Sides
*A donation basket will be available to cover the cost of dinner.
Town Hall Meeting
All St Luke UMC members are invited to gather in the fellowship at 6pm on August 10th for our quarterly town hall meeting.
ROOTED - Back to School Game Night
Back To School 🔶 Game Night
Rooted (youth 3rd - 12th grade)
Friday, August 1st | 6pm - 8pm
▪️ Ping Pong | Foosball | Board games
▪️ Courtyard Cookout | Hamburgers & Hotdogs
▪️ Bring a Friend!
Click the link to register! (Registration closes noon on Thursday.)
https://onrealm.org/stluketupelo/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MmE3ODkyY2UtMThjYi00YTQwLTk1OTUtYjMyODAwZmJhY2M3
Summer Joy
Join us for some SUMMER JOY!
We’ll have dinner starting at 5 PM followed by games, crafts, fellowship and open gym time.
Menu: BBQ, Sides, and Ice Cream
*A donation basket will be available to cover the cost of dinner.
Farmer's Market - Worship Series
Farmer’s Market: A Summer Worship Series, where we’ll explore the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22–23—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Each week, we’ll unpack one fruit of the spirit through scripture, stories, and spiritual practices, considering how we can embody these virtues in our everyday lives. Like a farmer tending crops or a neighbor offering produce at the market, the Holy Spirit cultivates these qualities in us for the good of the world. From the sweetness of love to the strength of self-control, let us discover how the Spirit helps us grow into people who reflect God’s goodness in all seasons.
Free Farmstand
Free farmstand open to the community!
1400 Clayton Ave
Tupelo, MS 38804
Hey, neighbors! Let’s swap our abundance with each other. Leave what you can. Take all you need.
Produce
Baked Goods
Recipes
We are excited to see the community share the love with each other.
Summer Joy
Register for Summer Joy HERE
Enjoy dinner (fried chicken, sides, and dessert) at 5pm and stay for fun games, crafts, and open gym time!
*A donation basket will be available to cover the cost of dinner.
Directory Photos
Realm Directory Photo | Make-up Day
June 1st
For anyone who missed having their directory photo taken in May, there will be a make-up day on June 1st!
Meet Grey in the courtyard at either 10:00am or 11:30, immediately following worship.
Images will be added to your Realm Profile.
*A realm training is coming soon. Date and time TBD.
Pup Parade
99 N Veterans Memorial Blvd, Tupelo
*Pups need to be vaccinated & on a leash to and from the Bark Park.
You’re invited to bring your dog to the Tupelo Bark Park for a time of fellowship and friendly competition. Judges from Tupelo Humane Society will judge the following categories: Best Dressed, Cutest, Best Handshake & Best Trick!
Free treat bags for all pup participants!
*Donations to support the Tupelo Humane Society will be collected: wet or dry dog/cat food, bleach, newspapers, cat/dog toys, dog treats, laundry detergent, dish detergent, or monetary donations!
Scholarship Sunday
Join us for Scholarship Sunday where we’ll celebrate our graduates and announce our scholarship winners as part of our Sunday morning worship.
A Place To Belong - A Worship Series
A Place to Belong is a worship series about the deep human longing to be seen, known, and loved. It explores what it means to find home in community—a place where we don’t have to hide our wounds, where love makes space for honesty, growth, and grace. Week by week, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to gather around tables of welcome, to be rooted in relationships that endure, and to live as people shaped by blessing and belonging. In a world that often draws lines and builds walls, this series invites us to practice radical hospitality, share in the Spirit’s power, and remember that in God’s family, there’s always room for one more.
Craft Night
Join us for an evening of crafting, laughter, and dessert!
Bring your own craft or participate in a craft coordinated by our brilliant craft curators.
Doors open at 6pm!
Easter Sunday
You’re invited to join us on Easter!
9:00 AM - Fellowship Brunch in the Fellowship Hall
9:30 AM - Easter Egg Hunt in the Courtyard
10:30 AM - Easter Worship
Let’s celebrate Easter together at St. Luke United Methodist Church, a place to belong!
Bring fresh flowers to help decorate the Resurrection Cross out front — everyone’s welcome to add a touch of beauty.
Then stick around for our potluck brunch—bring your favorite dish to share as we celebrate together!
Good Friday Worship
Join us for a creative Good Friday Worship on April 18th at 6 PM. You are invited to participate in our self-guided prayer stations before or after the service.
Encounter - Community Prayer
Experience a meaningful time of reflection this Good Friday at St. Luke United Methodist Church in Tupelo. "Encounter" is a self-guided journey through interactive prayer stations designed to help individuals of all ages connect with the story of Christ’s sacrifice in a personal and powerful way. Come anytime between Noon and 6 PM for quiet contemplation and spiritual renewal.
Rummage Sale
Join us for our Church Rummage Sale, where you’ll find a variety of household items, furniture, books, toys, and more—all at great prices! Please note that clothing items will not be collected or sold, but there will be plenty of other treasures to discover.
Paula Morrow's Retirement Luncheon
Join us for lunch after the service to celebrate Paula Morrow’s 35 Years of service to St. Luke Church. (More details to come.)
Arts & Crafts Night w/Dessert
March 20 | 6 PM | Church Fellowship Hall
All ages are invited to join us in the fellowship hall for a time of communal crafting!
This month we will teach how to crochet woobles. We’ll also have adult coloring sheets and friendship bracelet supplies, or you can bring your own current craft project to work on!
Community Lenten Lunches
Let us gather around the table of God’s grace this Lenten season on Thursdays at noon for a light lunch and devotion.
*Suggested donation to help cover lunch and support Saints' Brew Ministry at All Saints' Episcopal.
Wednesday Night Study
Savior: What the Bible says about the Cross | Wednesdays Starting March 12 | 5:45 PM
Join Rev. Amber Lea Gray for a 6 week Lenten study on Margrey DeVega’s book, Savior: What the Bible says about the cross.
The cross is the central symbol of the Christian faith. But what exactly did Jesus do to save us from our sins? Why was the cross necessary, and what does it mean for us today?
In Savior: What the Bible Says About the Cross, Magrey deVega faithfully describes the need for reconciliation between humankind and a holy God through Jesus’ death on the cross. The Bible uses many images to understand the meaning of Jesus' death and resurrection, and deVega guides us through these images to achieve a richer understanding of the Christian faith. By exploring the mystery of salvation through the cross, we can deepen our love for God and others and strengthen our commitment to follow Jesus
Books can be purchased on Amazon, or let the church office know if you want us to order you one. The cost is $14.
Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday Night Supper
5 PM Dinner | 5:45 PM Bible Study
Join us on Wednesdays starting March 12 th for Wednesday Night Suppers! The church will provide the meat, and members will be invited to sign up to bring sides/dessert or provide a monetary donation!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rev. Amber Lea Gray.
Upcoming Menu
March 12 - BBQ
March 19 - Chicken Tenders
March 26 - Pizza & Salad
April 2 - BBQ
April 9 - Chicken Tenders
April 16 - Pizza & Salad
Encounter | A Lenten Worship Series
Join us on Sundays at 10:30 AM in the Sanctuary!
This Lenten season, join us for a six-week journey to Encounter Jesus. Lent is a time of self-examination and reflection. In this worship series, we will walk alongside the disciples in their post-resurrection encounters with Jesus, reflecting on how His victory over death assures us of God’s presence in both our brightest moments and darkest hours. While Lent often focuses on the rejection, suffering and death of Jesus, we are reminded by Martin Luther that every Sunday is a ‘little Easter.” Join us as we are reminded this Lenten season that the resurrection is more than just an event in history, but is the power of God at work, offering new beginnings no matter our circumstances. A cross without an empty tomb is bad news that changes nothing. But the good news of Jesus’ resurrection changes everything.
Ash Wednesday Service
You’re invited to join us at 6 PM on March 5 for our Ash Wednesday service. Ash Wednesday is the start of the Lenten season, the 40 days before Easter.
We will kick off our Wednesday Night Suppers the following week on March 12 at 5:00 in the fellowship hall. Each week we will have a simple meal where donations are welcome followed by a Bible Study at 5:45 PM.