Coming Events

 ON THE THIRD TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 8:30 AM TO 5:00 PM
AT CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH
​ Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Mobile Health Clinic
The VNA Mobile Health Clinic provides affordable health care to anyone in our community who may lack access to affordable health care options, including many young families.  Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) can examine, diagnose and prescribe treatments and medications for illnesses such as respiratory infections, flu and strep, eye and ear infections, minor cuts, skin infections and rashes, can also perform school and sport physicals for the youth throughout Indian River County, offer COVID testing and health screenings.

Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Identity Theft and Fraud Protection Forum at Christ the King Lutheran Church.
​ Speakers: Roberta Barker, Former Indian River County Deputy Sheriff and Sergeant Cliff Labbe of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office

Learn how you can avoid being the target of identity theft. Find out when retired Deputy Sheriff Roberta Barker and Sergeant Cliff Labbe of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office explain how you can reduce your chances of becoming a victim. Ms. Barker has more than 35 years of experience in law enforcement, education and communication, has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration, and several specialized certifications. She started several community programs in Indian River County including the Vial of Life and Operation Medicine Cabinet which yielded pounds of expired/unused medications. Sergeant Labbe is well known at Christ the King based on previous informative presentations he made at the church related to active shooter training and other security issues.
Friday, December 15, 2023, 1:00 pm, Cancer Support Group Meeting at Christ the King Lutheran Church
Friday, January 19, 2024, 1:00pm
Senior Resource Services Presentation
​Speaker: Emily Snow, Senior Resource Center
Saturday, January 27, 2024, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Christ Unlimited Concert at Christ the King
​ (NOTE RESCHEDULED DATE)
Friday, March 15, 2024, 1:00 pm
Cancer Support Group Meeting at Christ the King Lutheran Church
Presentation by Jacquelyn Ruiz and Jessica Nettles of Visiting Nurses Association (VNA).
Topic: VNA Services and Hospice: The Five Wishes  

Past Events

Tuesday, November 21, 2023, 7:00 pm Thanksgiving Interfaith Service at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 13075 US Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32958
This special service included officials from a variety of faiths from the Sebastian area. Pastor Richard Barbour of Christ the King Lutheran Church gave the sermon at this year's Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service. 
Friday, November 17, 2023: Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. ​
Monday, November 13, 2023, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Active Shooter Safety Training Program: Sergeant Cliff Labbe of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office made his second presentation at Christ the King Lutheran Church to 34 very interested observers which included very interactive discussion. His presentation contained many video clips that illustrated key aspects related to active shooting events and was scheduled for those who could not make the previous evening presentation by Sergeant Labbe.
Saturday, November 4, 2023, 10:00am - Noon, ​Sex Trafficking Panel Discussion at Christ the King Lutheran Church: Panelists Sarah Marie Henry of Catch a Wave of Hope, Libby Snider of The Center for Independent Living, and Captain Ross Partee of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office presented a comprehensive program that addressed all aspects of the sex trafficking problem facing our country, with particular emphasis on the younger generation.  33 attendees heard the informative presentation that included a combination of real-life experiences of the panelists, case studies, and related videos.
Thursday, November 2, 2023, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Active Shooter Safety Training Program: Sergeant Cliff Labbe of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office made a presentation to 28 very interested observers a during an interactive presentation at Christ the King Lutheran Church. His presentation contained many video clips that illustrated key aspects related to active shooting events.​ 
​Thursday, October 26, 2023, Presentation by John Daly, Certified Eldercare Consultant from the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County. Topic: Driving Beyond with Dignity - Bringing peaceful resolution to the complex, sensitive, and emotional senior driving issues.
Friday, October 20, 2023: Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. ​
Thursday, October 19, 2023: Presentation by Courtney Sanchez, Program Director and two others from the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County at Christ the King Lutheran Church. Pastor Rich and 11 other participants listened to an informative discussion-filled presentation that addressed dementia-related topics including the effective communication strategies and experiencing dementia, handling conversations, responding to behaviors, and experiencing dementia. 
September 21, 2023:  Presentation by Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County. Courtney Sanchez, Program Director, provided an informative presentation that addressed the various aspects of dementia and its relationship to Alzheimer's disease. She also identified the warning signs associated with dementia and her associate provided information related to available support resources in the Sebastian and Indian River County area. ​(Click on photos below to expand.)
September 15, 2023: Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. 28 attendees heard an extremely informative presentation related to Medicare Insurance by Gary W. Owen, LUTCF, President of the Owen Insurance Group located in Stuart, FL. Gary expertly addressed numerous questions from the audience related to the variety of Medicare-related plans and current changes and implications of such changes.
September 10, 2023, After Worship Service: "God's Work. Our Hands" Day of Service. Following worship, 50 bags with specific supplies were filled for the residents of the Certus Premier Memory Care Assisted Living Facility in Vero Beach. The supplies, purchased with a $250 Thrivent grant, were dry erase boards with pens, word search books, puzzles, and card games. The items were chosen to help stimulate the minds and dexterity of the residents. As part of our project, our volunteers pasted a special message inside a faith-based card and signed it. Also, placed in the bags were bookmarks with a Bible verse, square pouches containing a  wooden cross, and pictures depicting The Good Shepherd. (Click on photos below to expand.) More pictures can be seen in the "SERVING OUR COMMUNITY" section under the "MINISTRY" tab by clicking the button below.
August 18, 2023: Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. This group allows people with cancer, as well as those touched by it, to share feelings, experiences, tips and advice in a safe environment.
​July 25, 2023, Florida Guardian ad Litem Foundation Information Session. Vickie Stromak, a volunteer recruiter with the Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office in Circuit 19 on the Treasure Coast, explained what the Guardian ad Litem agency does, how volunteers are trained and how it helps children that are abused, abandoned or neglected. She answered many questions raised by an interested group of CTK participants who viewed her presentation.
July 21, 2023, Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. Jackie Ruiz and Jesssica Nettles of the Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) explained the services of the VNA, including home health, hospice, private care, and community health services. Their presentation included a detailed explanation end-of-life issues and the Five Wishes form that documents ones wishes during an end-of-life period. The presentation included many questions that were expertly answered. More information can be obtained by contacting VNA at www.vnatc.com or calling 772-567-5551. (Click on photos below to expand.)
June 27 through October 31, 2023, on Most Tuesdays, Adult Bible Study at Christ the King Lutheran Church. Thirteen sessions of an Adult Bible Study Series led by Betty Taylor. TOPIC: The Book of Ecclesiastes. 
June 16, 2023, Regular Monthly Meeting of Indian River County Cancer Support Group. This group allows people with cancer, as well as those touched by it, to share feelings, experiences, tips and advice in a safe environment.

May 20, 2023,  Memories That Live Again Concert by Michael James Facciani. Nearly 70 attendees thoroughly enjoyed great hymns and songs of yesteryear presented by this great performer. Songs featured those by Frank Sinatra, Robert Goulet, Englebert Humperdink, Johney Cash, Elvis Pressley, and MORE!  



​On May 19, 2023, the Indian River Cancer Support Group met at Christ the King Lutheran Church. The special guest speaker was Dr. Kathryn Anderson, Dermatologist affiliated with the Cleveland Clinic, who spoke on skin cancer types and concerns.


​May 9, 2023 ​ Free Community Forum - New, One-stop Shopping for Feminine Medical Help explained at 6pm at Christ the King Lutheran Church.  Doctors Kristie Crawford and Lindsey Bruce of Vero Women’s Care made a presentation and participated in an informative discussion related to a variety of female-centered medical help beyond the typical gynecological services , including minimally invasive surgery (with robotics), primary care medicine, psychology, pelvic floor therapy, nutrition, and aesthetics.​
January 21, 2023 Glory Way Quartet
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Dollywood performers and former Southern Gospel Artists of the Year, GloryWay quartet,
performed a free concert Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Christ the King Lutheran Church.
The concert was open to the public. GloryWay was founded in Mansfield, Ohio by lead singer, Justin Crank.
Raised on good old-fashion gospel music, Justin developed a love for four-part harmony.
​What began as four friends singing around town was blessed by God and has blossomed into a powerful full-time ministry.​
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