February 3, 2019
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.
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? Have a new baby? Call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@stlukesumc.com, so we can care for you. If you have a medical emergency after hours and need a pastor, call the church office and follow instructions.
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE HOURS Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1PM; 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 nursery and Sunday School for newborns through 4thgrade children. 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.
YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th – 8th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, 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, Luke’s Lodge.
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 CaldwellGross Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross • Rev. Regina Proctor 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 pew backs and find a gift for you at the Welcome Center.
order of worship S U N D AY, F E B R U A RY 3 , 2 0 19 PRELUDE
Daystar (When Morning Gilds the Skies) | by Joseph Barnby, arr. Karen L. Buckwalter (9:30 & 11AM) Danza Festivo | Arnold Sherman Wesleyan Ringers; Rebecca Holt, Director
WELCOME and INVOCATION
Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM) * HYMN O Word of God Incarnate | No. 598 * AFFIRMATION of FAITH Mindie Moore 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
ANTHEM
Arise My Soul, Arise | Dan Forrest Chancel Choir; Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director; Pam Close, Violin * standing, as able
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
Daystar (When Morning Gilds the Skies) | by Joseph Barnby, arr. Karen L. Buckwalter (8:15AM) Wesleyan Ringers; Rebecca Holt, Director For the Bread Which You Have Broken | Lloyd Larson (9:30 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director; Pam Close, Violin * 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 | 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Deanna Nibarger (8:15AM) Nora Nace (9:30AM) Doug Tirmenstein (11AM)
MESSAGE | Is the Bible Reliable?
Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM)
SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION Communion Prayer We do not presume to come to this your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own goodness, but in your unfailing mercy. We thank you for your presence in this meal and for offering us your unconditional acceptance and love. We surrender ourselves and our concerns into your loving hands. In Christ’s name, Amen.
If you know of someone in a healthcare facility or homebound who would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 317-846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
COMMUNION HYMNS Thy Word | No. 601 O Thou Who This Mysterious Bread | No. 613 Just As I Am, Without One Plea | No. 357 Spirit of the Living God | No. 393
* BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
Fanfare and Statement on “Llanfair” | Edward Broughton (8:15AM) Judy Williams, organ Alleluia | W.A. Mozart (9:30 & 11AM) Michael Conley, organ
joys & concerns CONGRATULATIONS TO:
Stanford and Amber Jackson on the birth of their daughter, Sadie Olivia Jackson on January 29
CONDOLENCES TO:
Barbara Kunhs, Steve and Janet Schoo family, and Dan and Diane Motto on the death of Dale Kuhns Jane Tuerk and Jim Tuerk and family on the death of Robert Tuerk
announcements WORSHIP...
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | Third Sunday • 5PM • Chapel COMMUNION
The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. 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 317-846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
CONNECT… ARTIST’S EXHIBIT | Today • 10AM – 12:30PM • Balcony
Celebrate Black History Month with artist Kenneth Hordge, a local artist who creates powerful pieces with his fingers.
NEW CLASSES STARTING
Forgiveness through Letting Go, by Adam Hamilton. This class will help you move from hurt and anger to reconciliation and grace. Led by Laura Marine. Weds, Feb. 6-27 in E212, 6:15 – 7:30PM. Register online or just show up. Book in Connections bookstore. Encore class starts Bad Girls of the Bible today, led by Patti Davis at 11AM in the Parlor. Stop by a Connect Here booth for more info.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE | Feb. 5 • 7 – 8:30PM
Spiritual Life Center Dori Chandler from Hoosier Interfaith Power and Light offers a faith-based approach to environmental bills moving through the 2019 IN General Assembly. Discover actions you can take.
WNL BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAMMING | 6:15 –
7:30PM • Fellowship Hall Celebrate Black History Month with special programming. 2/6: Artists Respond to Social Justice; 2/13: Lynching Quilt Project; 2/20: Black History: Learn it! Love it! Live it!; 2/27: Rejoice in the Arts. Check out stlukesumc.com for more details!
EARLY YEARS DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT | Feb. 9 • 5 – 7:30PM
Great Hall 3-5 year olds will enjoy pizza, games and a drive-in movie for $5! Before arriving, construct and decorate a “car” to sit in during our movie. Parents can head out for date night or are welcome to stay for the best volunteer job ever! Contact Lauren at hackerl@stlukesumc.com to help. Register at stlukesumc.com.
STARTING POINT | Feb. 10 • 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.
MAYOR BALLARD PRESENTS LESS OIL OR MORE CASKETS
Feb. 12 • 7 – 8PM • Fellowship Hall The subtitle of the mayor’s new book is The National Security Argument for Moving Away From Oil. It’s a call to action for us to change our ideas about transportation in America. Book signing following presentation.
VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY FOR OUR SWEET SENIORS
Feb. 14 • 10:30AM – Noon • N101 Dr. Carver McGriff will share a devotion on “LOVE”. Light refreshments will be served, as well as special entertainment from our own St. Luke’s musicians, including Ken Knowles. Expect many special treats and surprises! RSVP to Dawn Fitch at fitchd@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, ext. 338 by February 10.
HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP | Feb. 15 – 17 • Bittersweet Ski Resort, MI
Skiing, snowboarding, group games and relaxation are scheduled, so invite friends and join the fun! Cost includes ski/snowboard rental and lift ticket. Check out more specifics and register at stlukesumc.com.
MIDDLE SCHOOL DAY OF SERVICE | Feb. 18 • 9AM – 5PM • Lodge
Our annual President’s Day service day is right around the corner so sign up now! We will serve some of our St. Luke’s partners and especially need adult leaders. Sign up at stlukesumc.com or contact Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com.
5TH – 6TH GRADE MODGE RETREAT | Mar. 1 – 2 • 7PM – 3PM • Modge
We take over Luke’s Lodge for 24 hours of activities, worship and small groups! $50 cost includes meals and pass to Zip City with unlimited Zip Line, Laser Tag, Rock Wall & Ropes Course. Our theme: STAND OUT – Daniel’s story. Sign up at stlukesumc. com and contact Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com with questions.
FAMILY PROMISE | Mar. 3 – 10
As St. Luke’s supports homeless families, 100 volunteers will be needed to serve meals, sleep overnight as hosts at Luke’s Lodge and provide transportation. Sign up at stlukesumc.com or in the West Passage today. Contact Bob Dillingham at robertdillingham@yahoo.com for information.
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM REGISTRATION | Jan. 28 – Mar. 1
Fall 2019 registration packets can be picked up, for children 10 months – 5 years (by 8/1/19), outside the preschool office (E127) on Sundays, or Mon. – Fri., 9AM – 2:30PM. Want a tour or more info? Call Carol Whitsitt at 317-846-3399.
SERVE… SHOW YOUR LOVE | Feb. 6 • 6 – 7:30PM • East Passage
Keep a servant’s heart in your child beyond the holidays. We invite elementary families to an evening of service, education & fellowship as they color Valentines for youth grieving the loss of a parent. Parents will learn about Brooke’s Place. Contact Anne Miller at akmiller22@gmail.com with questions. Sign up at stlukesumc.com.
LENTEN SMALL GROUP HOSTS
Are you interested in hosting a small group during Lent? If so, send an email to Dorothy Eads at eadsd@stlukesumc.com.
WNL CAREGIVERS NEEDED | Wednesdays • 6 – 7:45PM
If you would love to help families enrolled in classes or learning English in our ENL program, and you love children, we need your help! Volunteer caregivers are needed on Wednesday evenings in our baby or toddler rooms. Contact Lauren Hacker at hackerl@stlukesumc.com for more information.
MISSION of the MONTH | February
Project Transformation engages young adults in purposeful leadership and ministry, support children in holistic development, and connect churches with communities. Volunteer readers are needed for summer 2019. To Learn more please contact outreach@stlukesumc.com.