MINISTRY GUIDE JULY 31, 2016 OUR PURPOSE
“Building the Kingdom by Building Disciples”
OUR CORE VALUES
At our center is the love of Jesus Christ. We value Christ Centered: Acceptance • Hospitality • Community • Discipleship • Service
WORSHIP Combined Worship
Worship Order
8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Care
Prelude “Muddy Water”
Visit st.lukes.org/schedule to view the worship schedule.
Healing Prayer Service Sunday, August 7 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in the Building C Chapel.
Infant/Children's Baptism Baptism Classes are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. Prior registration is required. Email care@st.lukes.org or call the Care office at 407.876.4991 ext* 262 to register for the August 3 class. No childcare is available for the Infant/Children Baptism classes. Infants/children are welcome to attend with parents.
Quilts Special thanks to Bernie Lamoreaux and Linda Williams for the beautiful quilts displayed on the altars and hanging in both worship venues during this sermon series. If you enjoy quilting, consider joining Hearts to Hands ministry. For more information call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or email care@st.lukes.org.
Michael Morman and Dustin Russell, soloists
Gathering Choral Introit *Call to Worship *Hymn “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” (vs. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 7)..........................................#57 *Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music “Leavin's Not the Only Way to Go” Andrea Hochkeppel, Michael Morman, Dustin Russell and Lily Mackenzie (11:00), soloists
Prayers of the People The Lord's Prayer Scripture Luke 18:9-14 Sermon Offering and Offertory “Humble” Andrea Hochkeppel and Lily Mackenzie (11:00), soloists
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication “Doxology”.........................................................#95 *Closing Song “O, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing” *Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You” *Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
Flowers on the altar given in honor of our 50th Anniversary on July 30 by Larry and Linda Brenneman.
Children’s Choir & WeeSingers! Register now for the 2016-2017 season. With school beginning soon, it’s time to think about which extra-curricular activities your child may wish to attend. This season, start the new school year with music and fun! Register now at st.lukes.org/music.
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CONNECT Over 1,000 "Big River" Tickets Sold Tickets for the summer musical "Big River" are going fast! Reserve your seats outside of the Sanctuary today or at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Show dates are August 12-14 and 18-21. All seats are reserved. All tickets are $12.
New to St. Luke's? Visit the Connection Point in the rotunda of Building C to pick up a First Time Guest Welcome Packet. Contact 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or connect@st.lukes.org to get connected.
Welcome Connection Lunch Join us on Sunday, August 21 at 12:15 p.m. in the Attic of Building C for a complimentary meal to learn more about new member/Project Connect classes starting on August 28. Visit st.lukes.org/projectconnect to RSVP for lunch and to register for fall classes. Email connect@st.lukes.org for more information or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262.
Child Development Center There are openings in Preschool and Parent's Day Out programs for ages 8 months through 3 years for 2016-2017. Information/registration forms available at st.lukes.org/cdc. Call 407.876.1155 with questions.
Children's and Youth Soccer Registration Visit st.lukes.org/sports to learn more about St. Luke's fall soccer league for boys and girls of all skill levels entering VPK - 7th grade.
Prime Time Adults (60+ Senior Ministries) 60+ Senior Newsletters are available in campus info racks. • Train Dominoes: Wednesday, August 3 at 12:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. For questions call 407.876.4991 ext. *290. • Senior Brunch: Meet at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 7 at BJ’s Restaurant at 4151 Conroy Rd. RSVP to 407.239.7985 by August 4. • Prime Time Adults Luncheon and Program: Friday, August 19 at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. RSVP to 407.295.4348 by August 16. Painting, Bowling, and West Orange Connection Visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups, email connect@st.lukes.org, pick up the "Connect and Care" catalog from campus information racks, or call 407.876.4991 ext.*262 for details about social groups based on interests, life stage, or neighborhood. Monday, August 1 Bowling: Email bowling.cluster@st.lukes.org. Monday, August 8 • Travel: Hotel options discussion. Email travel.cluster@st.lukes.org. • Food for Thought: For details on this event focused on digestive health, email foodforthought.cluster@st.lukes.org. Thursday, August 11 Paper Arts: Email paperarts.cluster@st.lukes.org.
Stephen Ministers A Stephen Minister can help you through difficult times. Mark your Connection Card, call 407.876.4991 ext. *262, or email care@st.lukes.org.
Weekly Exercise and Sports for Adults Visit st.lukes.org/sports or call 407.876.4991 ext. *290 for information.
• Evening Exercise (6:00 p.m. Tues./Thurs., $5/class or $30/month) • 50+ Exercise (10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Mon./Wed., $2/class) • 50+ Stretch/Strength (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tues./Thurs., $2/class) • 50+ Yoga (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Fridays, $2/class) For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect
GROW Confirmation Confirmation at St. Luke's is a spiritual formation journey for students in grades 8-12. St. Luke's encourages all eighth grade students to register. Learn about different religions and what makes Christianity, and in particular Methodism, unique through group presentations, small group discussion, guest speakers, a retreat, and visiting places of worship. After classes are completed, students may choose to be confirmed as full members of The United Methodist Church. Classes will meet Sundays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting August 28. View details and register at st.lukes.org/youth. Please plan to attend the parent information meeting on August 14 at 12:15 p.m. in the Attic.
Project Connect Classes Learn about Christian theology, United Methodist heritage, and what it means to be a St. Luker. Meet weekly from Sunday, August 28 through November 13 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. No class September 4. The last two classes will be Wednesday, November 30 and December 7 at 6:30 p.m. Childcare available. Register at st.lukes.org/projectconnect. Questions? Email connect@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991.
Prayer Walk Join our prayer team Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 7:00 a.m. in front of the Building C Coleman Memorial Gymnasium.
Children’s Ministries Stop by the Welcome Window on the first floor of Building B on Sunday mornings to check-in children. Infants, toddlers, and preschool children are in the “Surf Shack” learning about God’s love. Elementary aged children worship with families TODAY. There are combined Elementary Sunday School classes on August 7 and 14. Sunday School kick-off is September 11. Pick up the latest Children’s Ministries Chalkboard in campus information racks to plan dates for family events and fall activities. For details on children’s events visit st.lukes.org/children.
Youth Families Pick up a Youth 2016 Calendar from campus information racks to learn about all the exciting happenings for middle and high school youth. Get involved as the school year gets under way! Questions? Contact Caryn Royer at croyer@st.lukes.org or Zac Burke zburke@st.lukes.org.
Save the Date: Fall Youth Programming starts August 24 • Afterschool Program 3:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. • Middle School Youth Group 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. • High School Small Groups 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Middle School and High School Youth Group Meet tonight at Kings Bowling! Please sign up at st.lukes.org/youth. Cost is $15 for a night of bowling and dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
College-age Youth Do you have a high school graduate, or college-age person in your family? If so, our college-age ministry team would love to stay connected through care packages and encouraging messages. To complete the St. Luke’s College-age Connection Form visit st.lukes.org/youth.
Time Is Running Out to Register for the Cruise to Cuba Kim and Bill Barnes will lead this trip on October 30. Because of the popularity of this itinerary cabins are limited. Visit EO.travel/mytrip to register. Enter Tour: CU16, Date: 10/30/16, Code: D and ID: 04783. For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow
SERVE The Magical Land of Oz The East Winter Garden Neighborhood Alliance presents "The Magical Land of Oz" based on the hit musical "The Wiz” on Saturday, August 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at the Maxey Community Center (830 Klondike Ave, Winter Garden, FL 34787). Enjoy a musical production featuring the talented children of East Winter Garden. The timeless “Wizard of Oz” tale has been adapted into a musical following lovable characters on a journey to meet the great Oz. RSVP to Adam Hartnett, Director of Neighborhood Ministries, at ahartnett@st.lukes.org.
Backpack Tags Available TODAY St. Luke’s works with Orange County Social Workers to provide backpacks to families in need. We are partnering with S.T.A.R.S of West Orange County (Supplies To Assist ouR Students) to provide supplies for almost 800 students. Pick up a Backpack tag outside the Sanctuary TODAY. Please return donations by August 7.
Donations for November 12 Holiday Bazaar Donations of items for floral arrangements, true antique crystal, silver or china, shabby chic items, Christmas decor, fall greenery, jewelry for the boutique, girls party dresses, and gift cards for the "giving tree" are needed. Place donations in the storage box across from the church office in Building C. Ever thought of crafting? It's easy! Grab a friend and join us. Email umw@st.lukes.org or call 407.923.8409.
Back to School Prayer Gathering Come and pray for the success and safety of all of our OCPS schools at a special prayer gathering on August 12 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in the St. Luke’s Sanctuary. We have invited our three partner Title One schools and the schools in area surrounding St. Luke’s to join us.
Serve Within Our Church Visit st.lukes.org/serve and click on “Serve on Campus” for a list of oncampus service opportunities, pick up a "Serve on Campus" catalog from campus information racks, or call 407.876.4991 ext. *223.
Congregational Care Ministers (CCM) Needed Volunteers partner with clergy to provide follow up visits and care to hospitalized St. Lukers. Time commitment is three to four hours per week. Training provided. Visit st.lukes.org/care for information and to apply. Email care@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for details.
Buddy Break Volunteers Needed This Care ministry serving families with children/teens with special needs is seeking volunteer “buddies.” Visit st.lukes.org/buddybreak for schedule. Volunteers 14 years and older are welcome. Community service hours and training provided. Contact buddybreak@st.lukes.org to arrange the initial required visit.
Big River Volunteers Ushers, greeters, concession attendants, and ticket sales volunteers needed! View volunteer needs and sign up at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Email theater@st.lukes.org with questions.
Children's Classroom Assistant Assisting in a child’s classroom is a great way to get connected to St. Luke’s! Contact Janet Chambers at jchambers@st.lukes.org. For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve
COMMIT Financial Summit St. Luke’s will host our first Annual Financial Summit on Saturday, September 10. Choose from classes about financial and long-term planning decisions. The Keynote Speaker will be Howard Dayton, Founder and CEO of Compass Financial Ministries. Register or view details at st.lukes.org/commit.
Security Update
With safety in mind, all those visiting the St. Luke’s campus during regular business hours (M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) will need to check in at the reception office in Building C. For your safety, please remember to remove all valuables from your car, ensuring nothing is left in plain sight.
COMMIT Campaign Update Read the latest developments on building progress for Founder's Hall at st.lukes.org/commit. Please take time to sign the commemorative groundbreaking Bible located in the Welcome Hall of Building C. If you have not had a chance to pledge your support for the COMMIT Campaign, use the pledge card available in campus information racks or visit st.lukes.org/give.
Giving to St. Luke’s Use this QR code to give from your mobile device or make your contribution at st.lukes.org/give. Create your “My St. Luke’s” account to make your one-time or recurring gift. Gifts can also be placed in the offering plate during worship.
June Finance Update
Visit st.lukes.org/stewardship to view the quarter 1 stewardship update video, newsletter, and financials. As you can see from budget numbers below, we are in the midst of summer, which traditionally means a dip in our giving. Please consider how you can help eliminate the summer slump in giving by continuing with your gifts even when you are away through online or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) giving. Want more information? Contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *223. Actual YTD Budget YTD Contributions & Support Receipts: $1,728,075 $1,815,000 Expenses (Net of Ministry Receipts): $1, 6 8 1 ,1 3 8 $1,873,999 Total over (under): $46,937 ($58,999) For stewardship and COMMIT Campaign updates visit st.lukes.org/commit
Notes
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