Frequently Asked Questions
Worship Experiences & Life Transitions
Q – What are the worship times?
A – Sundays: 8am & 10am. Wednesdays: 7pm
Q – What are worship services like?
A – The worship services at The Luke include a variety of styles. Our 8:00am worship service is a more traditional worship experience while our 10:00am worship service is more upbeat and contemporary.
Q – How long are services?
A – Each service is 1 ½ hours long.
Q – Where can I purchase CDs of Dr. Sloan’s sermons?
A – You can purchase Pastor Sloan’s messages, devotionals, and much more at The Luke Bookstore.
Q – Can I pay my tithes, give a thank-you offering, or support Project Crossover with a debit card?
A – Yes, you may utilize your debt card to make contributions at the book store or on our website at anytime.
Q – What are bookstore hours?
A – The Luke bookstore is open Wednesday nights from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and Sundays from 8:00am to 1:00pm.
Q – Can I watch the worship experiences online?
A – The Luke TV is coming soon!
Q – Where do my kids go?
A – When your child arrives at the Worship campus, parents should escort them to the Children’s Church Room. Registration takes place immediately outside the room for the 8:00am and 10:00am worship services. Preschoolers and children learn while they play. We encourage hands on play so that children are learning through all their senses. Painting and other “messy” activities are also encouraged, so use your own judgment about how dressed up your child is while at church. Our Middle and High School students usually dress casually on Sunday and Wednesday evenings.
Q – What is the process of having my baby dedicated?
A- Please email the Church Administrative Assistant at mtate@theluke.org or call the church business office at 281-548-2001. Baby Dedications are held at 10:00 a.m. on 3rd Sundays.
Q – What age can a child be baptized?
A – The general guideline used by the church is that a child should be able to clearly articulate their personal belief and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Baptism is not a rite of passage, nor is it necessary for salvation. Most children are at least 6 years of age before they are prepared for baptism.
Q – If I am a new member of The Luke and I am sick, who do I contact?
A – If you are sick during service, please let an usher know. They will contact the medical personnel who are on duty at each service. If you are sick outside of service, please contact the Minister of Congregational Care at ariley@theluke.org or call the church business office at 281-548-2001 and your information will be given to our Care Ministry for prompt follow-up. In general, the Care Ministry (Clergy, Deacons, Deaconesses) will attempt to visit members who are in the hospital, pray with members and call to check on you.
Q – What do I do if I am a member and go into the hospital?
A – Call the church business office at 281-548-2001or email us at connect@theluke.org and give as many details as possible and a member of our Care Ministry will follow up.
Q – I am a member of The Luke (or my relative was). If there is a death in my family, what should I do?
A – Please call the church business office at 281-548-2001 and let the church know. Please include information about the deceased member or relative of a member, date of the funeral, location, time, and other pertinent information. The church will communicate to the Care Ministry (Clergy, Deacons, Deaconesses) plus any ministry in which the member participates.
Q – I am a member and I want to have my wedding at The Luke, what is the process and the cost?
A – If a member wants to have a wedding at The Luke, they should first download the wedding package form from our website. All the details of the processes and costs are included. If you are unable to download the file, feel free to email connect@theluke.org or call the church business office at 281-548-2001. We would be glad to send a package to you.
Q – When is Baptism celebrated?
A – The ordinance of baptism is observed on 4th Wednesdays (unless otherwise announced) at 7pm. (Excluding July/December).
Q – Whom should I contact if I have an idea or suggestion for a ministry that is not listed in the church’s ministry directory?-
A – If you have an idea or suggestion for a ministry, contact the Minister of Congregational Care at ariley@theluke.org.
Q – How do I contact the Senior Pastor?
A – Pastor Timothy W. Sloan can be contacted by one of the following methods:
1. From the Home Page, select “Contact Us”.
2. You may call The Luke at 281-549-2001 and speak with the Executive Assistant to the Pastor.
Q – What do I do if my address changes?
A – If your address changes, you can have it updated by one of the following methods:
You may call the church business office at 281-548-2001 and the receptionist will take the update over the phone or you may leave a message with the new data. You may email the Church Administrative Assistant at mtate@theluke.org and include the updated information. You may complete the online form at “Contact Us”.
Q – If I am in need of a financial giving statement, who should I contact?
A – You can get the information by one of the following methods: you may call the church business office at 281-548-2001 or email at the Church Administrative Assistant at mtate@theluke.org.
Q – What is a “family number” and how can I get one?
A – Family numbers allow The Luke to record your giving and provide you with a yearly contributions statement for tax purposes. To get one, call the church business office at 281-548-2001.
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Connect: How do I get involved?
Q – Do I have to be a member to be active in a ministry?
A – If you want to attend any ministry event, in general, you do not have to be a member to participate. If you want to be in the leadership of the ministry where you help plan and execute different events, then yes, you should be active member or watch-care member to participate.
Q – How do I become involved?
A – To become more involved, fill out an Interest Card in New Members class, at the information table, submit a request online on our website at “Get Involved In Ministry” or email our Minister of Congregational Care at ariley@theluke.org. Your respective ministry leader will follow up with you.
Q – How can I connect at The Luke?
A – First, during the Decision Time process, you will meet 1-3 members of the church; during this process, you will be asked to attend the New Members class. Second, a member of the New Members ministry will contact you. Third, in the New Members class, you will be introduced to other new members who have recently joined the church. Fourth, as you join a ministry, you will be introduced to other members in the church. Fifth, as you take discipleship classes, worship regularly on Wednesdays and Sundays, and become active, you will meet other members.
Q – How long is the New Membership Orientation?
A – There are 3 classes that must be completed.
Q – If I am only going to be in Houston for a few years (College, job relocation, etc.) can I still be a member?
A – Yes, we recommend that you join under Watch Care.
Q – At what point is membership considered inactive and how do I reactivate it?
A – An inactive member is one who does not attend services for an extended period of time, and/or does not financially support The Luke ministry for an extended period of time, and/or whose correspondence is returned for a member over an extended period of time. Your membership can be updated by providing an up-to-date mailing address and financial support.
Q – How do I schedule a wedding or building usage?
A – Please contact the church business office for more details at 281-548-2001. Click the appropriate link to download necessary forms.
Q – Are we allowed to rent space in the facilities?
A – The Luke will allow space to be rented for weddings, funerals (for non-members). Questions regarding any other use of the facilities should be directed to the church business office at 281-548-2001 or email the Church Administrative Assistant at mtate@theluke.org. Contact us for the facility request form or download it from our website.
The church business hours are Monday – Thursday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
