NOVEMBER 25, 2018
welcome WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
Thank you for registering your attendance and passing the attendance pad along your pew. New guests will learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the pew backs and find a gift for you at the Welcome Center.
CONNECT HERE Please stop by the Connect Here booth outside of the Sanctuary or outside of Robertson Chapel for information on Small Groups, classes and ways to serve.
PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on Connect 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.
CARING FOR ST. LUKE’S Hospitalized? Please call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@stlukesumc.com, so we can care for you.
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE HOURS Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1:30PM; Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM
RESTLESS CHILD AREA 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.
PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide childcare and Sunday School for newborns through 4th-grade children. Register in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children in worship. Room 126 is equipped for nursing moms, with live streaming of worship.
YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING Incoming 5th – 8th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM in the Great Hall. After worship and games, classes break out: 5th & 6th in Modge, 7th/ Confirmation in GH, 8th in C124. 9th – 12th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM in Luke’s Lodge. B-Stud – Wednesdays, 6:15–7:45PM in the Lodge. 5th-8th downstairs, 9th-12th upstairs.
LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Fall catalog or visit stlukesumc.com.
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com | 317-846-3404 | info@stlukesumc.com
PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Rob Fuquay • Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger • Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross • Rev. Regina Proctor Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis and Mindie Moore
order of worship S U N D AY, N O V E M B E R 2 5 , 2 0 18
PRELUDE Trumpet Voluntary | John Stanley Dr. Charles Goehring, organ
WELCOME and INVOCATION Rev. Regina Proctor
CALL to WORSHIP L eader: People: Leader: People:
Around the world this day the church celebrates the reign of Christ Christ Jesus, friend of the poor, the meek and the merciful, who has been enthroned above all authority and power in this world and in the world that is to come. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth, serve the Lord with gladness, come into his presence with singing. God has placed everything under Christ’s wounded feet, appointed the one who wore a crown of thorns as the supreme head of the church, his body. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, come into his courts with praise. Give thanks and praise his loving name!
* HYMN Rejoice the Lord is King | No. 715
* AFFIRMATION of FAITH Kevin Davis A Statement of Faith of the Korean Methodist Church, adpt. Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love. We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example and Redeemer, the Savior of the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort and for strength. We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer and in grace equal to every need. We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice. We believe in the Church as the fellowship, for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord. We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness and in the life everlasting. Amen.
* GLORY to GOD The Gloria Patri | No. 70
* GREETING ONE ANOTHER BAPTISM (9:30AM) HYMN Come and FInd the Quiet Center | TFWS 2128
* standing, as able
GROWING in PRAYER WITNESS Paulie Bradshaw (8:15AM) Sara Cobb (9:30AM) Jacquie Reed (11AM)
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 Two Hymn Tunes | arr. Charles Goehring (8:15AM) Dr. Chuck Goehring, Organ He’s Been Faithful | Carol Cymbala (9:30 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Dr. Jeff Rogers, DIrector
* PRAISE to GOD | No. 95 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.
* PRAYER of DEDICATION SCRIPTURE READING | Isaiah 61:1-4 Susan Loomis (8:15AM) Robert Kapaku (9:30AM) Brent Nibarger (11AM)
MESSAGE | Beauty from Ashes Rev. Regina Proctor
CLOSING HYMN All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name | No. 155
* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE A Festival Fanfare | J.S. Bach (8:15AM) Judith Williams, organ Festival Toccata | Percy Fletcher (9:30 & 11AM) Dr. Charles Goehring, organ
Lord, please make our hearts strong in faith and assurance as you enable St. Luke’s to help and serve those within our church and community. Amen. Today is Day 86 of this 86 days of prayer.
To receive a daily text reminding you to pray for St. Luke’s, text “Pray” to 317-659-7990
joys & concerns TODAY’S BAPTISMS: Bennett Rourke Frye, son of Robbie and Elizabeth Frye Shepard Edgar Lawson Smith, son of Lawson and Michelle Smith
CONDOLENCES TO: John Robinson and family on the death of his father, Jay Douglas Robinson
announcements WORSHIP...
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | Third Sunday • 5PM • Chapel COMMUNION The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through the exterior door west of the main entrance. If someone in a healthcare facility or homebound would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 317846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
CONNECT… COLLEGE CARE PACKAGE ASSEMBLY & PARENT GATHERING
Nov. 27 • 5:30 – 7PM • Luke’s Lodge Parents, help us assemble care packages, then head over to District Tap for our quarterly social. Contact Mindie with questions at moorem@stlukesumc.com.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS – WONDROUS GIFT | Nov. 30, 7:30PM or Dec. 1 • 4PM • Sanctuary Join the Chancel Choir, Orchestra, New Song, Wesleyan Ringers voices from our contemporary services, Carmel Ambassadors, Select Sounds, New World Youth Orchestra and Joyful Ringers as we celebrate the beginning of Advent. Doors open one hour before the performances begin and a free-will offering will benefit Crooked Creek Food Pantry and Lion Catcher’s Program. MEN’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST | Dec. 1 • 8 – 9:30AM • Parlor Join this monthly gathering of men for a devotional and conversation on living with purpose. No registration needed. SAFE SITTER TRAINING | Dec. 1 • 9AM – 2:30PM • Sanctuary Designed for 6th – 8th graders to be safe when home alone or babysitting. The class is filled with games and role-playing. Fee is $50; bring a sack lunch. Register at dianar@healthedpros.org. Register early; classes fill quickly! ANNUAL CHARGE CONFERENCE | Dec. 2 • 12:15 – 2PM • Great Hall Annually, we are invited to gather to share the business and ministry highlights of our congregation. Please join us. Lunch provided. ADVENT SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES | Dec. 2, 7, 16, & 23 • 9:30 OR 11AM Consider taking an Advent class: Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam (9:30, N101) or Learning from Ebenezer Scrooge, (10:45, Parlor, Susan Fuquay, leader). No registration needed. Books in Connections bookstore. Stop by Connect Here booth with questions. SPIRITUAL WORD MINI-RETREAT | Dec. 8 • 9 – 11AM • Spiritual Life Center Choose one word for the new year to focus on, pray about and live by. Prepare to embrace 2019 in a new way. Register at my.stlukesumc.com/adventretreat. Childcare available with pre-registration. Led by Bev Gallagher.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT-IN | Dec. 8 - 9 • 6PM – 9AM • Fellowship Hall Come hang with your friends! We’ll eat, play games and watch movies. It’s a great way to develop deeper relationships with other students in the high school ministry. Parents can pick up students following normal Sunday morning youth programming. UNITED METHODIST WOMEN CHRISTMAS DINNER | Dec. 10 6:30 – 8:30PM • Fellowship Hall Join us as we celebrate the season and install new officers at this holiday dinner! PHIL GULLEY – UNLEARNING GOD LECTURE | Dec. 12 • 7 - 8:30PM Chapel Listen to Phil discuss his latest book, “Unlearning God: How Unbelieving Helped Me Believe.” His book is available in Connections and on the night of the lecture. Tickets are $15. Register at stlukesumc.com or contact Betty Brandt with questions at brandtb@stlukesumc.com. HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP | Feb. 15 – 17 • Bittersweet Ski Resort, MI Skiing, snowboarding, group games and relaxation will be on the schedule, so invite your friends and join the fun! $185 (before 1/1/19) includes ski/snowboard rental and lift ticket. Check out more specifics and register at stlukesumc.com
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE Visit today for fun and beautiful Christmas decor and gifts, and lots of new items for children! All profits support St. Luke’s Outreach Ministries. 100% volunteer staff.
SERVE… CHRISTMAS DECORATING | Today, 12:30 – 5PM Join us for lunch at 12:30 in Fellowship Hall and then join of one of the many teams decorating the Sanctuary, Chapel, Gathering Area, and Children’s Hallway for Christmas. All you need is a willing spirit! Stop by the Connect Here booth with any questions. COAT DRIVE | November Our children are collecting new and gently used coats, mittens and hats. They will be praying over all donations before they are sent to Fletcher Place. Bring your items to the box outside of the main office any time this month. ANGEL TREE Angel Tree helps families experiencing financial hardship during the holidays. If you would like to help a family find joy this Christmas, find us in the Gathering Area or outside the chapel today to volunteer! Great opportunities for small groups or families. Contact Andrea with questions at leadforda@stlukesumc.com.
DECK THE HALLS – DONATE A POINSETTIA! | stlukesumc.com Fill our worship and hallways with vibrant color! For $10, extend hospitality to everyone through the holiday season. Make a donation in honor or memory of a loved one by 12/14; order cards can be found at the Welcome Centers or the main office. Donors may take a poinsettia following the final Christmas Eve service. HIGH SCHOOL HAITI MISSION TRIP | June 4 - 10 Experience the Haitian culture, develop relationships with those in Fondwa, Haiti and serve alongside Haitians on local work projects. It will be life changing and eyeopening. Open to 9th – 12th graders (18 – 19 school year) and spaces are limited. Cost of trip is approx. $1,600. Registration deadline: 12/1/18. SERVING OPPORTUNITIES BROCHURES It’s not too late to pick up, fill out and turn in your 2019 Serving Opportunities Brochure. Get a copy and turn them in at the Connect Here booth outside the sanctuary or chapel.
EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to our staff? We currently have openings for a Director of Contemporary Worship, a fulltime Facilities Team Member and a Videographer. Job descriptions at stlukesumc.com.