Going the extra mile January 19, 2020
welcome CONNECT HERE Stop by the Connect Here booth outside of the Sanctuary or Chapel for information on small groups, classes and ways to serve. ELECTRONIC GIVING Donate electronically to St. Luke’s (including Mission of the Month) by texting STLUKESUMC to 77977 or going to stlukesumc.com and clicking the dollar sign in the upper right hand corner. PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the Prayer Request 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 after each service. HOSPITALIZED? HAVE A NEW BABY? Call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@ stlukesumc.com. If you have a medical emergency after hours and need a pastor, call the church office and follow instructions.
CONNECTIONS GIFT & BOOKSTORE HOURS Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM; Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 12:30PM PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide nursery and Sunday School for newborns through 4th-graders. Register in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children in worship. Live-streaming of worship is available for nursing moms in E126. You can also enjoy our live services at the east end of the Gathering Area or in the Central Passage, if your child needs a break during worship. YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon beginning again on January 5. YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 8th Grade: Sundays, 9:30AM at the Lodge. At 11AM, Middle School Music Ministry in the Lodge. For more information or to register, contact Heather; kenisonh@stlukesumc.com. Schedule resumes Jan. 5. 9th-12th Grade: Sundays, 9AM the Hub located in C124 inside Door 15. To sign up for Small Groups, contact Travis; bannont@stlukesumc. com. Schedule resumes Jan. 5. LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Winter/Spring Ministry Catalog or visit stlukesumc.com. CONTACT US @stlukesindy | stlukesumc.com | info@stlukesumc.com 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 | 317-846-3404 PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger, Executive Pastor Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross, Teaching & Guest Experience Pastor Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, Pastor of Mobilization & Outreach Rev. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care Ministries Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis • Mindie Moore
We’re Glad You’re Here!
Thank you for signing the attendance pad with at least one piece of contact information when it is passed. New guests: learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the worship attendance folders and stop at the Welcome Center for a gift. Be sure to join us across from the sanctuary after worship for coffee and donuts.
order of worship S U N D AY, J A N U A RY 1 9, 2 0 2 0
PRELUDE How Firm a Foundation | arr. Camp Kirkland For the Beauty of the Earth | arr. Robert Sterling St. Luke’s Orchestra; Bob Zehr, Director
* CALL to WORSHIP Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross (11AM) Sung response: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our hymn of grateful praise. Leader: When God called Abraham to leave his country and go to a place God would show him, People: God told him, “All peoples of the earth will be blessed through you.” Leader: And when God brought the people through the sea and delivered them safely on dry ground, People: God did this so that all nations of the earth would know the Lord is mighty to save. Sung response: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our hymn of grateful praise. Leader: When God sent his son into the world He called followers to be His church and declare: People: God accepts people from every nation who fear God and do what is right. Leader: And when one day God’s purposes are accomplished and we see the new heaven and new earth, we will see: People: All God’s children from every tribe and language and people and nation! Sung response: Lord of all, to thee we raise this our hymn of grateful praise. * standing, as able
giving update To date, our stewardship campaign has raised $4,278,610 through 1,192 pledges. We are 87% to our goal but still need $665,390 to meet 2020’s budget. Your pledge is still needed as is your 2019 giving as we close last year’s books. 2019 income is $270,000 below projection, while expenses have been kept under projection. Consider finishing your 2019 giving or making a commitment by submitting your pledge card, found in your pew back, or give at stlukesumc.com.
* GREETING ONE ANOTHER * HYMN O Church of God, United | No. 547
* CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger A prayer for Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday Leader: On this Sunday, when we celebrate the unity we find in Christ, we also acknowledge the work that God and leaders like the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continue to call us to: All: O God, we acknowledge today that there is still much work to do. We pray for courage for those who are oppressed. We commit ourselves to work for peace in the face of injustice. We recognize that in faith, our humanity is bound up with one another’s. We pray for the way that you will use us and this church to be signs of your hope, instruments of love and light in our city and world. Amen.
* GLORY to GOD | No. 70 BAPTISMS (9:30 & 11AM) ANTHEM And the Father Will Dance | Mark Hayes Chancel Choir and Orchestra; Dr. Jeff Rogers, director
PRAYER TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY Ode to Joy | arr. Matt Riley Chancel Choir and Orchestra; Michael Conley, Piano
* PRAISE to GOD | No. 95 * PRAYER of DEDICATION SCRIPTURE READING | Luke 10:25-37 MESSAGE | Going the Extra Mile: To Love Beyond Boundaries Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross (11AM)
CLOSING HYMN * BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Lord of Our Life | R.C. Wilson Judy Williams, organ (8:15AM) Ode to Joy | arr. Matt Riley St. Luke’s Orchestra (9:30 & 11AM)
joys & concerns ALTAR FLOWERS:
Given in loving memory of Alan Raney, from his daughter Leanne Jackson.
BAPTISMS:
Margaret Elinor Hart, daughter of Bethany and Brady Hart (9:30AM) Gwendolyn Eileen Holbrook, daughter of Valerie and Eric Holbrook (11AM)
CONDOLENCES TO:
Jim and Elizabeth Keller on the death of their son, Craig Keller Debra Marlett and family on the death of her husband, Chuck Marlett Byron Miller and Katie Miller Manard and families on the death of their son, Reese Miller
announcements WORSHIP...
COMMUNION
The Prayer Chapel is available for communion every Sunday morning. You may enter through the exterior door west of door #1 at any time. If someone is in a healthcare facility or is homebound and would like communion, notify Kevin Davis at 317-846-3404, ext. 326 or davisk@stlukesumc.com.
ALTAR FLOWERS 2020
Looking for a way to memorialize or honor a loved one in our traditional services in 2020? Consider sponsoring Sunday altar flowers for a $100 donation. Learn more and select your Sunday by contacting Dawn Fitch at fitchd@stlukesumc. com or at 317-846-3404, ext. 338.
GROW… WINTER/SPRING CATALOG
Be sure to pick up your copy of the latest ministry catalog before leaving this morning. They can be found outside of your worship area or at most exits. Take a look at all of the offerings for our small groups and classes.
NEW CLASSES STARTING IN JANUARY
Grow in your faith by joining a class! Study topics like God’s will and inclusion in the church, or discuss the new sermon series, Going the Extra Mile. Stop by a Connect Here booth outside of the sanctuary and in a new location in the West Passage for class specifics or visit the Group Finder at stlukesumc.com to sign up!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE
WNL is back with something for the whole family! Join us for dinner in the Great Hall from 5:15 – 6:15PM ($5 per person/$20 max per family). Next week’s menu: Beef brisket, tossed salad, mashed potatoes, green beans, breads, fudgy layered Irish mocha brownies and GF fudgy brownies. After dinner, check out classes for adults: YOWO, The Path Between Us, Sharing Your Faith, The Walk, or Faithful and Inclusive: The Bible, Sexuality and the United Methodist Church, as well as fun children’s programming. See a full list of classes at stlukesumc.com.
SINGLE PARENTING SUPPORT | Weds. – April 1 • 6:15 – 7:30PM • C115
Weekly support for anyone single-/co-parenting. Register at stlukesumc.com. Childcare available with registration.
DEATH AND RESURRECTION CLASS | Jan. 23 • 11AM – 12PM
Fellowship Hall This funeral planning class helps you understand and plan your Christian service of death and resurrection. For more information, contact Pastor Regina at proctorr@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, ext. 378.
MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT | January 24 • 6:30 - 9:30PM
Luke’s Lodge January’s theme is GIANT VIDEO GAMES! We will recreate some classic games like Nerf Fortnite, Mario Kart and more, including some giant snacks! We hope you will invite your 5th – 8th grade friends! St. Lukers are $5; guests are free. Get more info at stlukesumc.com and get registration taken care of ahead of time.
HINDU FESTIVAL OF BROTHERHOOD | Jan. 25 • 10 – 11:30AM Fellowship Hall The Interfaith Relations Committee invites you to love our neighbors by learning more about them and make the protective bracelet (rakhi) which a sister traditionally ties on her brother’s wrist or on someone with whom she feels a brotherhood. We will also expand our brotherhood to the environment & make balls of food for animals. Great intergenerational event. Register at stlukesumc.com.
CHILI AND MAC ’N CHEESE COOK-OFF | Jan. 26 • 10:30AM – 1PM
Great Hall Support this annual fundraiser for Children’s Worship & the Arts by entering a chili or Mac ‘n Cheese dish into the cook-off for bragging rights as the best at St. Luke’s! Sign-up at stlukesumc.com. Entertainment provided by children’s singing groups as well as individual choir members. $5 per person or $20 per family at the door.
HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS | Jan. 30 • 6 – 8PM • Fellowship Hall
Local human trafficking agency, Ascent 121, brings the film “Ring of Silence” – stories of victims who have been coerced, manipulated and sold into sex trafficking. Ascent 121 provides long-term care for teen survivors. $5 recommended donation. Register at stlukesumc.com.
EARLY YEARS OBSTACLE COURSE | Feb. 8 • 10AM - 12PM • Great Hall
Children ages 1 – 5ish will enjoy romping through an indoor course made just for them. Parents will help navigate a course guaranteed to get out those winter wiggles. New this year: a special room for our youngest crawlers and toddlers. Bring a friend and join the hoopla. $10 suggested donation per family. Register at stlukesumc.com.
HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP | Feb. 14 – 16 • Bittersweet Ski Resort, Ostego, MI
Head north with us to ski or snowboard with old friends and new! We will also have breaks for food and group games in the gym, with time just for relaxing if you want. Check out all the specifics at stlukesumc.com!
HIGH SCHOOL CAMP - 2020 | June 14 – 19 • Epworth Forest Conference
Center, North Webster, IN We’re headed back to camp and all 8th – 12th graders (2019/20 school year) are invited! This missional camp focuses on equipping students to be change agents through amazing worship and life-changing labs. Lots of swimming, kayaking, soccer, and more! There’s something for everyone at this camp and it’s a great way to connect with peers. Early registration: $415 (by 3/1). Register at stlukesumc. com and contact Travis Bannon for more info at bannont@stlukesumc.com.
GO… BLOOD DRIVE | Today • 9AM – 1PM • Great Hall
Give the lifesaving gift of blood. Drink plenty of water. Come well rested.
ELEMENTARY CHILDREN’S VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The elementary-age children at the 9:30 and 11AM services would love to have you join them as a leader or helper! Please prayerfully consider sharing your love with our awesome kids. Contact Anne Adams at adamsa@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, ext. 386 for more information or to volunteer.