2017-03-26_T_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!

Worship Order

Welcome!

Sunday, March 26, 2017

WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!

PRELUDE

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.

Hornpipe (from Water Music) | G. F. Handel When Thou Art Near | J. S. Bach Brooke Nelson, Euphonium; Charles Manning, Organ

CALL TO CONFESSION Rev. Kim King

CONNECT HERE

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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.

Gracious God, whose willingness to show mercy does not lessen your call to holy living; Forgive us our failure to love as you love.

Forgive us for being quick to judge others for their misfortune, malady or lack of success.

Forgive us when we allow our judgments, even when right, to excuse us from showing compassion and extending care. Give us grace that not only pardons an empty heart but can put a new heart within…

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.

Singing together: There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul; There is a balm in Gilead To heal the sin-sick soul.

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.

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven.

People: In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven. Amen.

* HYMN

Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above | No. 126

* LITANY OF JEREMIAH | Jeremiah 7 & 8

(selected verses) esponse: God’s mercy is forever.

R Leader:

People:

Leader:

People:

My joy is gone, grief is upon me, my heart is sick.

Hark, the cry of my poor people from far and wide in the land: “Is the LORD not in Zion?

Is her King not in her?”

For the hurt of my poor people I am hurt, I mourn, and dismay has taken hold of me.

Refrain: God’s mercy is forever.

Leader:

People:

Leader:

Is there no balm in Gilead?

Is there no physician there?

Why then has the health of my poor people not been restored?

O that my head were a spring of water, and my eyes a fountain of tears,

* standing, as able

People: so that I might weep day and night for the slain of my poor people!

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

Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. David Williamson (11AM)

Refrain: God’s mercy is forever.

Leader: Thus says the LORD: Do not let the wise boast in their wisdom, do not let the mighty boast in their might, do not let the wealthy boast in their wealth; People: but let those who boast boast in this, that they understand and know me, that I am the LORD; Leader: I act with steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth, People: for in these things I delight, says the LORD. Refrain: God’s mercy is forever. * GREETING ONE ANOTHER

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (9:30 & 11AM)

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BENEDICTION POSTLUDE

He Never Said a Mumblin’ Word | arr. John Carter Jim Butz, Flugel Horn

Joys & Concerns BAPTISMS:

ANNOUNCEMENTS PRAYER TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER

CONDOLENCES TO:

I Want Jesus to Walk With Me | arr. Donald Moore Joyful Sound; Rob Manges, vocalist; Brooke Nelson, Euphonium; Charles Manning, Director (8:15AM) On Jordan’s Stormy Banks | arr. Ken Berg Chancel Choir (9:30 & 11AM)

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

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

OFFERTORY

Prayer Chapel this morning. Please enter through Door #2 on the south side of the building.

PRAISE TO GOD | No. 95

5PM • Third Sunday • Robertson Chapel

How Can I Keep From Singing | James Mulholland New Song; Rebecca Edie, Director Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God all creatures here below, Praise God above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

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CLOSING HYMN

There Is a Balm in Gilead | No. 375, sts. 1, 2 Have Thine Own Way, Lord | No. 382, st. 3 There Is a Balm in Gilead | No. 375, Refrain

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

ANTHEM

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PRAYER OF DEDICATION SCRIPTURE LESSON | John 5:1-9 Becky Sondgeroth (8:15AM) Santana Jackson (9:30AM) Nora Flickinger (11AM)

CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. Kim King Rev. David Williamson Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson

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.

STARTING POINT | April 9 • 10:45–11:15AM and 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.

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.

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.

PRAYING IN WATER COLOR | April 4 • 6:30–

JOYFUL SOUND

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP | Mondays,

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.

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.