Melissa Spas has been the the VP for religion at Chautauqua Institution since last June, providing leadership for the work of the department of religion, including partnerships, programming, worship and interfaith imagination. On May 21st, Melissa Spas will present an overview of this summer’s religion programming for at Chautauqua Institution during Adult Forum (9 am […]

St. Luke’s will be hosting a regional confirmation service on Sunday, May 21st at 3pm when Bishop Sean comes to offer sacramental affirmation to those looking to recommit themselves to the faith or to publicly associate with the Episcopal Church. If you would like to be a confirmed member in the Episcopal Church, please contact […]

This overnight retreat will be led by he Rev. Canon Cathy Dempsey-Sims, Canon for Pastoral Care and Congregational Support for the Diocese. The weekend’s theme is “The Hem of a Garment: Jesus and Women’s Self-Care.” Bring bedding: sleeping bag, pillow (whatever makes you comfortable); comfy clothes and shoes appropriate for outside. Weather depending, we will […]

We’ll celebrate Holy Communion, recognize our church school kids and teachers, and enjoy a feast at a potluck lunch that you provide. Lake activities will also be available following lunch time.To help you decide what to bring to the picnic try this: Last names: A – I – a “main dish” or salad; J – […]

ST. LUKE'S, THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESES OF WESTERN NY & NORTHWESTERN PA, THE MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY, AND JAMESTOWN PRIDE FEST (JPF) present B. Proud at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, North Main and Fourth Street, Jamestown, New York. The program begins on Friday, June 9, at 6:30 at St. Luke's Undercroft. Proud is a […]

You are invited to join organizers of the New Neighbors Coalition and St. Luke’s Church and Zion Church co-sponsorship teams for some summertime fun with Jamestown’s newest neighbors. We are organizing a special outing to Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park to take in a FREE Tarp Skunks game (thanks to Jamestown Community College for sponsoring […]

On Tuesday, June 20th at 7 pm, join the New Neighbors Coalition in marking World Refugee Day. We will share authentic Colombian cuisine and screen "Camel on a Stick" - a true story about a Somalian refugee who brings creativity and entrepreneurship to vend at the Minnesota county fair. World Refugee Day is an international […]

The Kayak Mass is back! Each summer, we celebrate the beauty of Chautauqua Lake by taking through our special Kayak Mass/Cano-eucharist services. Participants are invited to join the group of paddlers from 4 to 6 pm for a group excursion which will conclude with a service of Communion on the lake. The event is open […]

Join us as in a culinary discovery of community solidarity as we launch a new monthly free dinner at St. Luke's: called Monday Night Cafe. Free food and fellowship available to all. With a "Feeding New York Families" grant, we are partnering with the Amish community to provide fresh, local and nourish food to the […]

In partnership with the Mental Health Association of Chautauqua, St. Luke's offers this special Sunday featuring the work of recovery through art, music, community action, and sacrament. Recovery Sunday also commemorates National Overdose Awareness Day, remembering those who died from overdoses in the last year.

Join us for our second Monday Night Cafe, as we celebrate community and the local harvest! Free for all community members. Meal: Shepherds Pie with Hometown Mushroom mushrooms, Good Grass Farms ground turkey, and local carrots, peppers, potatoes and onions (gluten free) Corn and Tomato Salad, a refreshing late summer salad with local corn, cherry […]

Join us at St. Luke's in the Undercroft (enter at 4th St. Door) on Friday, September 15 as we celebrate the community created through the production and consumption of food. We welcome nationally-known food system organizer, speaker and writer, Mark Winne. (https://www.markwinne.com) On Friday, September 15 from 6:15-8:30pm in a presentation entitled “Jamestown, Food Town […]

On Saturday, September 16 from 10am-noon in the Undercroft (enter at the 4th Street door,) Mark Winne (markwinne.com) will facilitate a panel with local food experts, community and faith leaders—including: Linnea Haskin of St. Luke’s Jamestown Public and Mobile Market The Rev. Chantal McKinney of Root Thrive Soar Consulting Gerry Fisher of Gakwi:yo:h Farms of […]

St. Luke’s is hosting a hymn sing on October 3 at 6pm in the church. Our Music Minister, Loren, and Dr. Christopher Petit, Director of Music at the Cathedral of St. Paul's in Erie, PA will lead the evening of community music. All are welcome!

Join us for our annual fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting the Jamestown Public Market! Tickets are $65 per person, with all proceeds benefiting the Jamestown Public Market. Enjoy a delicious four course meal, composed of locally grown, raised and crafted produce, meats, dairy products and more! Our chef this year will be Francy Murillo and her […]

Join us for our annual celebration of Veterans Day with American Legion Ira Lou Springs Post 149. After a 11am ceremony on 3rd and Main Streets, we begin the service at 11:11 to commemorate the session of the Great War. We remember those who have served by lifting our voice in prayer and song. Our […]

Founded in 1774, the Shakers are one of America's oldest religious communities. When you think of the Shakers, you might think of Shaker furniture, Shaker boxes, or the much loved hymn Simple Gifts. In fact, there are over 10,000 Shaker songs, encompassing a variety of styles and topics. Who are the Shakers? Why is music […]

Eucharist means Thanksgiving! What better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than by giving thanks to God? Join us for meditative and joyful music and holiday themed homily. Sorry...communion will NOT be holiday-themed...no turkey flavored wafers.

St. Luke's Church and the Jamestown Public and Mobile Market are teaming up with the Chautauqua Area Potters to host the Empty Bowl Project in Jamestown on Saturday, December 9th. “Empty Bowls” is an annual fund raising event held all over the world. Potters everywhere gather to create hundreds of one of a kind ceramic […]

Ever wondered what the first Christmas might have been like, with all the animals lo-ing around Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and all the rest? On December 23, St. Luke’s is offering a “Christmas in a Barn” service – an opportunity to experience the sounds, sights, and smells of the Christmas story in a whole new way […]