2017-03-26_C_Somethin’ in the Water: See What God Can Do…When You're Desperate for Change

Sunday | March 26, 2017

WELCOME! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE! Thank you for registering your attendance. Please pass the attendance folder along your pew. New guests will learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the attendance folder and find a gift just for you at the Welcome Center.

CONNECT HERE To find your way of connecting with classes or small groups at St. Luke’s, stop by our Connect Here booths this morning in the Gathering Area outside of the Sanctuary or in the West Passage outside of Robertson Chapel.

PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the prayer cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Prayer Request” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer following each worship service.

CARING FOR ST. LUKE’S If you are hospitalized, we want to know and care for you. Please call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@ stlukesumc.com.

PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide childcare and Sunday School for newborns through 4th-grade children. Register all children in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children who remain in worship.

Room 126 is equipped for nursing moms, including live streaming of worship.

YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee and cookies outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM services.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 6th Grade – 9:30 & 11AM @ The Modge 7th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ Luke’s Lodge; Worship and hang out. Come early for games.

Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth

LEARN MORE Pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog, visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters for more information.

WORSHIP ORDER Sunday | March 26, 2017 OPENING SONG Wade In The Water | Traditional The River | Jordan Feliz

WELCOME * WORSHIP Amazing Grace Medley | Traditional From The Inside Out | Hillsong

ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL FOR OFFERING Something In The Water | Anthem Lights

SCRIPTURE READING | John 5:1-9 Mike Elkin (9:30AM) Aly Jo Arena (11AM)

MESSAGE | Somethin’ in the Water See What God Can Do...When You’re Desperate for Change

Rev. David Williamson (9:30AM) Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM)

* WORSHIP Healer | Hillsong

* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE

* standing, as able

Announcements DONATE EASTER LILIES Easter lilies will be decorating the Sanctuary and Robertson Chapel on Easter morning. If you would like to donate lilies in memory of or in honor of a loved one, please find a donation card in the main office or at the New Here booth. Submit your donation ($10 suggested) in an envelope that says: ATTN: Worship & the Arts.

POVERTY SIMULATION WORKSHOP | Today • 12:30– 3:30PM • Great Hall Join us at this eye-opening event where you will take on different personas to understand and experience how poverty is not just a lack of money, but also a lack of resources.

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP | Mondays, April 3–May 8 • 6:30–8PM • E207 Meet with the same small group for 6 weeks and get information about helpful depression resources. Give and receive encouragement and hope. Led by someone who has experienced depression, Jacquie Reed. Contact her at jreed46038@hotmail.com.

PRAYING IN WATER COLOR | April 4 • 6:30–7:30PM • SLC or April 5 • Noon–1PM • N103/104 Come experience a new way of connecting with God through watercolor. You are not creating art for an art show, you are praying.

See what happens in your heart and soul. Led by Jacquie Reed. All supplies provided and no registration or artistic ability needed. All are welcome!

HOMELESSNESS DISCUSSION | April 7 • 7–9PM • Fellowship Hall Join us to hear local homelessness advocate Maurice Young present his Ted Talk and discuss his homeless ministry in Indianapolis.

Maurice has chosen to be homeless to be a better advocate for those he desires to help. Join us for this wonderful opportunity!

CHRISTIAN LIFE SCHOLARSHIP | April 9 Deadline All high school seniors who are members of St. Luke’s and will be full-time college students in the fall of 2017 are encouraged to apply for this award that ranges from $1,000–$1,500. The application is posted online at stlukesumc.com in the youth ministry area of the website. Questions? Contact Josh Sweeney at sweeneyj@ stlukesumc.com.

STARTING POINT | April 9 • 10:45–11:15AM & 12:15–12:45PM • N101 For those new to St Luke’s, gain an orientation to St. Luke’s, meet key leaders and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within the congregation. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Light refreshments available, as is childcare upon request.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA | April 15 • 9–11AM • Great Hall Celebrate Christ’s resurrection with us as we learn the Easter story together through interactive stations! We’ll search for eggs and visit with the fuzzy guy, too. This is a “you-don’t-want-to-miss-it” event for the whole family! No registration needed.

LAY SERVANT SCHOOL | May 6 • 8AM–3PM • West Newton UMC, Indianapolis For anyone who is looking to polish their leadership skills and learn more about ministry by laity. Discover how you can develop a deeper understanding of and apply your spiritual gifts. Deadline to register: April 27. Email Julie at ce.receptionist@inumc.org with questions and for registration information.

JOYFUL SOUND If you love to sing and are willing to share your talents in worship at the 8:15AM service twice a month, Joyful Sound would love to have you join their ensemble. Please contact Charles Manning for more details at manningc@stlukesumc.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES We are in search of people who love to smile! If that’s you, you could be the perfect addition to our usher and greeter teams at the 8:15 or 11AM traditional services, or the 9:30 or 11AM contemporary services. Please contact Holly Whitacre at whitacreh@stlukesumc. com this week with questions or to volunteer.

EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S | stlukesumc.com Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to the St. Luke’s staff? We currently have openings for a Software Systems Specialist, Family Ministries Administrative Assistant, Worship & the Arts Ministry Assistant and Worship Producer.

JOYS & CONCERNS BAPTISMS: 9:30AM - Traditional Brooks William Sharon, son of Phil & Erica Sharon Oliver Wayne Swender, son of Kurt & Abby Swender Abby Elizabeth Swender 11AM - Traditional Eleanor Avonlea Wilkening, daughter of Chris & Jessi Wilkening Natalie Lauren McCullough, daughter of Jonathan & Cynthia McCullough

CONDOLENCES TO: Nancy Bugher on the death of her sister, Lucille Paape George and Pam Moffit on the death of his sister, Lois Thomas Vic Wallisa and family on the death of his wife, Kathy

COMMUNION ELEMENTS are available in the Prayer Chapel this morning. Please enter through Door #2 on the south side of the building.

CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE 5PM • Third Sunday • Robertson Chapel

CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com