2017-5-14_C_A Mother in Two Worlds

Sunday | May 14, 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 booth 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 Sylvia Forbes 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 3rd-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 4th - 7th Grade – 9:30 under the tent near The Modge 8th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ Luke’s Lodge; Worship and hang out.

Come early for games. Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth

LEARN MORE For more information on classes and other activities, pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog and our Summer Supplement; visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters.

WORSHIP ORDER Sunday | May 14, 2017 OPENING SONG Loves Me Like A Rock | Paul Simon

WELCOME | Deleath Blomberg ANNOUNCEMENTS SPECIAL SONG It’s a Miracle KidzSing Choir

* WORSHIP Praise To The Lord The Almighty | Joachim Neander and Catherine Winkworth

PRAYER Rev. David Williamson

PRESENTING OF NEW MEMBERS (11AM) CALL FOR OFFERING Song For Mama | Boyz II Men

SCRIPTURE READING | Exodus 2:1-10 (NRSV) Maria Blake | (9:30AM) Cathy Bryant | (11AM)

MESSAGE | Pulled From the Water Rev. Kim King (9:30AM) MESSAGE | A Mother in Two Worlds Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM) * SONG OF RESPONSE Mighty To Save | Ben Fielding and Reuben Morgan

* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE

* standing, as able

REGISTER TODAY and SAVE $10!

2017 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT @ST. LUKE’S AUGUST 10-11 willowcreek.com/summit Promo code: PHS17TEAM

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WORSHIP...

CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | Third Sunday of each month • 5PM • Robertson Chapel If you’ve never experienced this worship experience, this is the perfect opportunity to try it on. Rev. Kim King officiates to sounds of simple, sung choruses as well as silence; prayers are offered, scripture read and candles glow in the warmth of beauty and fellowship.

COMMUNION ELEMENTS The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through door #2 on the south side of the building.

CONNECT… GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | August 10 & 11 • 9:30AM– 5:30PM You have influence! Join 400,000 others to learn how to maximize it, right here at St. Luke’s. Get a unique blend of vision, inspiration and practical skills to apply immediately. Register TODAY and save $10! For only $79 you will hear from world-class authorities, right in your own backyard. We can help get you registered at various places around the building today, or you can register on your own at home. But the discount is only good TODAY! Promo code: PHS17TEAM.

ADULT CLASSES BEGINNING NOW There are a variety of adult classes and small groups beginning now through July. Consider joining a group for discussions on Jeremiah Bible Study, Between the World and Me or Love Lives Here, and many more! Visit stlukesumc.com for a complete listing or pick up a brochure at the Connect Here booth today!

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING | Today • 9AM–12PM • Main Office Conference Room Free screenings are available every second Sunday of the month. Contact Mary Connors at stlukeshealthministry@gmail.com for more information.

STARTING POINT | May 21 • 10:45–11:15AM & 12:15–12:45PM • N101 For those new to our church, 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. Register at stlukesumc.com.

GRADUATION SUNDAY | May 21 Our High School graduates will be recognized in the 9:30AM traditional worship service and congratulated by the congregation afterwards. They will then celebrate in the Great Hall with their families and other high school students with food and games. Help us celebrate and honor them all morning!

CELEBRATE FAITH, FAMILY & FREEDOM CONCERT |

June 24 • 7–8:30PM Sandi Patty will be joining us at St. Luke’s, with our Chancel Choir and orchestra for an inspiring concert in the Sanctuary. Tickets will go quickly, so don’t miss this opportunity! General admission - $25; early entry - $35. Tickets bought in May will be discounted with promo code: FAITH at iTickets.com or call 844-447-7664 (tell them you are with St. Luke’s to get the discount).

Tickets are also available in our main office.

HOOSIER HUNDRED | May 25 • 7–8:30PM

This modified race at the Fair Grounds is part of the Indy 500 festivities.Pastor Rob will give the invocation and ride in the pace car. Some of our kids will begin the race with the traditional “Start your engines!” Half price advance tickets – $15 – are available at the main office as are vouchers to purchase at the gate for $20.

SERVE… CAMP LUKE | June 12–16 • register at stlukesumc.com

If your children aren’t registered for Camp Luke yet, it’s not too late! We are also looking for crew leaders, administrative help the week before and decorators to help us get everything ready for the biggest week of the year!

Register at stlukesumc.com this week!

SING WITH SANDI PATTY | Thursdays beginning June 8 • 7:30–

9PM • Choir room The Chancel Choir welcomes guest singers to join in a concert with recording artist Sandi Patty. Previous choral experience helpful. 5 mandatory rehearsals, beginning June 8, leading to the June 24 performance at St. Luke’s. Contact Mark Squire by 5/25, at squirem@stlukesumc.com for more information or to participate.

CROOKED CREEK BOOK DRIVE | May

Help us collect new or gently used children’s books that will be delivered to our food pantry at the end of the month. Hundreds are served at the pantry each month and books fly off the shelves! Our goal is to donate 1,000 books to keep the kids reading during the summer!

BOOKSTORE TEAM

Connections Bookstore is hoping to grow their team of friendly, volunteer cashiers who can work in flexible 2 or 4 hour shifts on weekdays or Sunday mornings. No experience needed; training provided! Contact Dorothy Eads at eadsd@stllukesumc.com for more information.

ROSEBUD SD MISSION TRIP | June 25–July 1

SEE through the eyes of the Lakota people. SERVE families and individuals on the Rosebud Reservation. SURRENDER a week of your summer to travel and be immersed in a new culture. Interested? Contact Carol Wendt at cwendt@ameritech.net.

SIERRA LEONE MISSION TRIP

Do you have an education or medical background and would you like to put it to use making a difference in Jan/Feb 2018? Contact Don Griffith at drdongriffith@aol.com for more information.

JOYS & CONCERNS ALTAR FLOWERS: Altar flowers given by the St. Luke’s UMC Men’s Grief Group, men helping men who have lost their wives. Honoring our mothers, our wives, and the mothers of our children, with love and appreciation.

CONDOLENCES TO: Friends and family of Marilyn Burger Pam Smith on the death of her father, John Hollingsworth Roger Olson on the death of his wife, Beverly Olson

ST. LUKE’S AT WORSHIP TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM Robertson Chapel 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 Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. Kim King Rev. David Williamson Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson