The Esther Project
"...for such a time as this."
ESTHER Project Mission Statement 2024-5
Mission Statement: To assist members of the Saint Luke's Anglican family and others who are in financial need "at such a time as this" (Esther 4:14), thus sharing our love of Christ by helping those within our church family and beyond carry their burdens. (Galatians 6:2)
The Esther Project was established in 2010 "for such a time as this," assuring that children in need from our community would receive Christmas gifts. Over the years, The Esther Project expanded to serve those within the Saint Luke’s community and beyond who are struggling to meet some of the basic needs of life due to financial stress caused by illnesses, job loss or other unexpected expenses. Throughout the year, we’re able to not only distribute gas or food cards to help meet urgent needs (including for a few homeless) but also to help with housing or medical bill payments. Through the Preschool Director, Janice Ring, families at the Preschool have also applied and received tuition assistance to help defray the cost of this invaluable education.
Generous donations from Saint Luke’s parishioners and grants from The Church Mouse, as well as a trust from a grateful parishioner, have supported The Esther Project and continue to do so. God has always provided for our needs to be fulfilled and even expanded.
Requests are submitted by Saint Luke’s Anglican Clergy, the Preschool Director, calls/contacts received by the Church Office, and others. Donations are welcome at any time. Checks can be written to Saint Luke’s Anglican, with “Esther Project” in the memo line and placed in the offering plate or delivered to the Church Office. Donations can also be made online. All requests are prayerfully considered by The Esther Project Board: Frances Worthy, Jennifer Thompson, and Judy Pugatch. Recipients are held in strict confidentiality.
In summary, The Esther Project is dedicated to sharing our love of Christ by helping those primarily within our church family and sometimes with those beyond in our community. “Compassionate love, shown in kind deeds of mercy, can speak a language of its own when no other communication is possible.” (from Walk Humbly with Your God)
In His Holy name, Frances Worthy, Jennifer Thompson, Judy Pugatch
For more information or to request help, please contact the Church Office, 843-785-4099 x 221. Thank you!