God HEARS you
December 9, 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 Winter/Spring 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, D E C E M B E R 9, 2 0 18
PRELUDE O Come O Come Emmanuel Michael Conley, Organ; Ron Nobles, Cello On Christmas Night All Christians Sing and Bring a Torch Jeanette, Isabella | arr. Martha Lynn Thompson Youth Bell Choir; Gay Talbert, Director Joy, Joy, Joy to the World | arr. Kathie Hill (9:30 & 11AM) Genesis Choir, Gay Talbert, Director; Chancel Choir, Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director
INTROIT O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Molly Reffett, Acolyte; Lauren Walawender, Vocalist * OPENING HYMN Angels from the Realms of Glory | No. 220 * ACT of PRAISE Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (11AM) Canticle of Zechariah | No. 208
LIGHTING of the ADVENT WREATH Come Lord Jesus | Joel Raney Refrain: Come, thou long expected Jesus, born to set thy people free; from our sins and fears release us; let us find our rest in thee. Becky Sondgeroth & Kim Reeves (and Pierson) (8:15AM) The Morgan Family – Kristen, Eric, Sophie, Olivia and Rachel (9:30AM) New Life Circle “Sisters”– Nancy Hopper, Cathy Baker & Linda Butler (11AM)
ANTHEM Away in a Manger | arr. Ola Gjeilo (9:30 & 11AM) Children’s Choir, Chancel Choir
BAPTISM (9:30 & 11AM) PRAYER TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER Rev. Regina Proctor 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
* standing, as able
OFFERTORY Be Born in Me | Bernie Herms/Nicole Nordeman (8:15AM) Lauren Walawender, soloist; Michael Conley, piano We Wait | Ruth Elaine Schram (9:30 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Ron Nobles, Cello * PRAISE to GOD | No. 95 (sung to O Come, O Come Emmanuel) 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. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. * OFFERTORY PRAYER
SCRIPTURE READING | Luke 1:5-13a Ben Lamb (8:15AM) Anna Witte (9:30AM) Kory Bickel (11AM)
MESSAGE | Fearless: God Hears You Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (11AM) * CLOSING HYMN It Came Upon the Midnight Clear | No. 218, vs. 1, 3, 4 * BENEDICTION May the Lord now bless you keep you and protect you May the Lord work through you, In all you think and say and do.
POSTLUDE A Christmas Pastorale | arr. Van Denman Thompson (8:15AM) Judy Williams, organ “Menuet” from Wuite Gothique | L. Boëllman (9:30 & 11AM) Michael Conley, organist
GIVING UPDATE To date, our stewardship campaign has raised $3,462,482 with 945 pledges submitted. That puts us at 78% to our goal. We are happy with this progress but would love to reach our goal by the end of the year. Please consider making your commitment this week by submitting your pledge card.
joys & concerns TODAY’S BAPTISMS: Reagan O’Neill Reising, daughter of Nicholas and Leslie Reising (9:30AM) Laine Elizabeth McNutt, daughter of Hilary & Cory McNutt (11AM)
ALTAR FLOWERS: Given in loving memory of Cora Raie Wineland on the 1 year anniversary of her passing, from her son Rob Wineland and his family - Cathi, Abbie, and Allie.
CONDOLENCES TO: Arlene Whitfield on the death of her brother-in-law, Dr. Harry Siderys
announcements WORSHIP...
HOPE SERVICE | Dec. 11 • 7 – 8PM • Parlor This service is offered to those who have experienced loss through miscarriage, still birth or early infant-hood. We remember the children we have loved. Consider inviting friends to whom this might be a meaningful service.
LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE | Dec. 21 • 7 – 8PM • Chapel A quiet, reflective service of light for those who are searching for hope during the holidays.
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… STARTING POINT | Today • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115 New to St. Luke’s? Learn more about us in 30 minutes, and leave with recommended steps to help you find your place within our church. Childcare available.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING | Today • Main Office Conference Room Stop by for a FREE blood pressure screening, sponsored by the St. Luke’s Health Ministries. Enter through the west hallway.
WINTER/SPRING CATALOG Filled with classes and events for the next several months, the catalog is available today! Grab one before you leave the building. For information on classes, stop by a Connect Here booth.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN CHRISTMAS DINNER | Dec. 10 • 6:30
– 8:30PM • Fellowship Hall Join us to celebrate the season and install new officers! Reservations can be made at the UMW table in the West Passage or at kkclemenz@sbcglobal.net. This year’s program includes the Wings of the Wind flute choir.
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.
ALL YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY | Dec. 16 • 9:30 – 11AM • Lodge Join us for our annual hot cocoa bar, card-writing station, Christmas carols and crazy Christmas games! All 5th – 12th graders invited!
JOYSWING CHRISTMAS CONCERT | Dec. 20 • 7:30PM • Chapel Celebrate the season with this musical tribute to Jesus and jazz. The Joy Swing Orchestra will provide a lively setting for praising the coming savior. Free-will offering benefits Crooked Creek Food Pantry.
LIVE NATIVITY | Dec. 22 • 2 and 4PM • Sanctuary All new for 2018! This 45 minute spectacular features live camels, donkeys and sheep; full orchestra with dancers, singers and large chorus. Designed to warm all hearts from toddlers to seniors as we relive the birth of Jesus. Invite your friends and help us pack the house.
MIDDLE SCHOOL OVERNIGHTER | Dec. 21 - 22 • 7:30PM – 7:30AM •
Luke’s Lodge Bring friends and celebrate finals being over with a midnight jump session at SkyZone, baking cookies at 3AM, teaching, worship & connecting with friends. $25 – all-inclusive. Dress as a superhero while leaders dress as villains. Register at stlukesumc.com.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT IN | Dec. 22 – 23 • 6PM – 10:30AM • Luke’s Lodge 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 our worship together at the 9:30AM service.
2017 CHRISTMAS CONCERT ON TV Tune in to portions of our 2017 concert being aired for one hour on WNDY (12/23 at 1PM) and WISH ((12/25 at 8AM).
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.
WESLEY TOUR OF ENGLAND | June 18 – 27, 2019 Join Rob and Susan Fuquay on a tour of John Wesley’s England. Rob will give lectures and lead worship in many of the sites. We will also visit highlights in England. For more information, email Bob Zehr at rdzehr@traveltoremember.net.
SERVE… ANGEL TREE Calling ALL ANGELS: WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Angel Tree donations & volunteers are in SHORT SUPPLY – please give, adopt a family or sign up to serve TODAY at the tables outside each worship service. Families we serve would be abundantly grateful for your generosity. For more information contact Andrea at leadforda@stlukesumc.com.
HELP WITH THE LIVE NATIVITY | Saturday, Dec. 22 • 1:30 – 5PM Are you available and excited to help with the new Live Nativity? Help with animals and petting zoo, greeting guests, the photo booth, or be a shepherd! Email Susan at fuquays@stlukesumc.com to have a blast serving on this special afternoon!
DECK THE HALLS – DONATE A POINSETTIA! For $10, extend hospitality to everyone through the holiday season. Donate in honor/ memory of a loved one by 12/14; order cards can be found at the Welcome Centers or main office. Donors may take a poinsettia following the final Christmas Eve service.
EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S Know of someone who would be a great addition to our staff? We currently have openings for a Director of Contemporary Worship, a Pre-school Teacher and a fulltime Facilities Team Member. Job descriptions at stlukesumc.com.