2018_March_25_Traditional Worship Guide by St. Luke's UMC

PALM SUNDAY

March 25, 2018

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 get connected through Lent and after, 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.

ALTAR FLOWERS If you would like to honor someone with altar flowers ($100 donation), please contact Dawn at fitchd@stlukesumc.com.

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 If you are hospitalized, we want to know and care for you. Please call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@ stlukesumc.com.

RESTLESS CHILD AREA Does your child need a break during worship? Enjoy our streamed services at the east end of the Gathering Area or in the Central Passage.

PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide childcare and Sunday School for newborns through 4thgrade 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 & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 8th Grade – Great Hall at 9:30AM. Students break out to the Modge (5th & 6th), Great Hall (7th) and C124 (8th). 9th - 12th Grade – Luke’s Lodge at 9:30AM. Worship and hang out. Come early for games. Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth

LEARN MORE For more information on classes and activities, pick up a copy of our Winter/Spring Ministry catalog or visit stlukesumc.com.

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Rob Fuquay • Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. David Williamson • Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson

order of worship S U N D AY, M A R C H 25, 2018

PRELUDE Wondrous Love | arr. John Carter The Mighty Power of God | arr. James Curnow Jim Butz, Trumpet & Flugel Horn; Charles Manning, Organ & Piano

CALL to WORSHIP Rev. David Williamson (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger (11AM)

ANTHEM (9:30 & 11AM) Sing Glad Hosannas | Mark Patterson Children’s Choirs & Chancel Choir

* HYMN Hosanna, Loud Hosanna | No. 278

* RESPONSIVE PSALTER | Psalm 24 (selected verses) Mindie Moore Response: The Savior of the world is here. Leader: Lift up your heads, O you gates; Be lifted up, you ancient doors, People: That the King of glory may come in. Leader: Who is this King of glory? People: The Lord strong and mighty, The Lord mighty in battle. Response: The Savior of the world is here. Leader: Lift up your heads, O you gates, Lift them up, you ancient doors, People: That the King of glory may come in. Leader: Who is he, this King of glory? People: The Lord Almighty – He is the King of glory. Response: The Savior of the world is here.

* GREETING ONE ANOTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS ANTHEM Silence the Stones | Craig Courtney New Song; Carol Dennis, Flute; David Robbins & Art Reiner, Percussion

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.

* standing, as able

OFFERTORY Blessed Is He Who Comes | Eugene Butler (8:15AM) Joyful Sound; Jim Butz, Trumpet; Charles Manning, Director When I Survey the Wondrous Cross | Gilbert Martin (9:30 & 11AM) Chancel Choir

* PRAISE to GOD | Sung to When I Survey the Wondrous Cross 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 MONOLOGUE | The Antioch Annual Church Meeting Rev. Rob Fuquay and Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson

SONG At the Foot of the Cross | Greg Ferguson & Randy Pearce Matt Bays, vocalist

PRAYER * CLOSING REFRAIN At the Foot of the Cross | Greg Ferguson & Randy Pearce The ground is level at the foot of the cross We all are equal in the light of the cross For the love of God is given freely to all The ground is level, at the foot of the cross

* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Christ’s Entry into Jerusalem | Stanley Saxton Charles Manning, Organ

joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO: Gloria Barron and family on the death of her husband, Harold Barron

announcements WORSHIP... CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ | Third Sunday • 5PM • Chapel COMMUNION ELEMENTS

The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through the exterior door just west of the main entrance. 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.

KENT MILLARD PREACHING | April 8

Please join us as former St. Luke’s Senior Pastor Kent Millard preaches in all services on April 8. He will be preaching on, “Responding to our Enemies—The Legacy of Dr. King.” Kent marched with Dr. King, so you won’t want to miss this great morning.

MID-DAY SPIRITUAL PAUSE | Through March 29 • 11:45AM • Prayer Chapel Join us for a 15 minute pause in your weekday during Lent. Expect a scripture reading, a meditation and a time of silence.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS | March 26 – 30 • 8:30AM – 8PM • Fellowship Hall Meditatively journey through the “stations” of Christ’s last days. 14 interactive stations will be set up, along with a labyrinth. A printed booklet will be available to guide you through your experience.

HOLY THURSDAY/GOOD FRIDAY PRAYER VIGIL | Thursday, 3/29, 8PM – Friday, 3/30, 8PM • Prayer Chapel & SLC You are invited to make a time of prayer part of your Holy Week experience by participating in the 24-hour Holy Week Prayer Vigil. Our canvas labyrinth will be available in Fellowship Hall. You will be provided with prayer requests and devotional materials. You may come any time or sign up for a designated ½ hour or hour time slot (brandtb@stlukeumc.com, or 317-846-3404x339). If you chose a late night/early morning time, someone will be in the building all night to welcome you and respond to your needs. EASTER LILIES

Donate an Easter lily in honor/memory of a loved one for a suggested donation of $10. Listing of dedications available in the office on Easter and donated lilies can be taken home after the 11:15AM service. Donation forms are in the main office or at the Welcome Centers.

CONNECT… STARTING POINT | April 8 • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115

Are you new to St. Luke’s? Learn more about us in 30 minutes, and leave with recommended steps to help you get connected. Childcare available. No registration necessary!

YOUNG FAMILIES AT URBAN CHALKBOARD | April 13 • 5:30 -

7PM This event is for you if you have a small child and are hoping to connect with a small group! Let the kids play and have fun hanging out with other parents. Space is limited, so reserve your spot at stlukesumc.com or contact Mindie Moore at moorem@stlukesumc.com.

GODSPELL | April 20, 21

Enjoy this energetic and passionate production that brings the action into our present day, touching on challenges faced in our very own community, with a wonderful sense of hope! Tickets are $20 and are available beginning April 2 at stlukesumc.com or from the main office. Performances on 4/20 at 7:30PM and 4/21 at 2PM and 7:30PM in the Sanctuary.

MAD CAMP | June 11 – 15 • 12:30 – 5PM

Available to all upcoming 2nd – 5th graders, MAD Camp is for your child if they love to sing and act! They will learn and perform an entire musical in just one week! Final performance at 5PM on June 15. Cost: $75. Register at stlukesumc. com or contact Gay Talbert at talbertg@stlukesumc.com with questions.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM | June 25 – 29 • 9AM – 5PM

Rising 5th – 8th graders join us for SURVIVOR MAYHEM as we discuss living our best life with Jesus! $25 for the week (9AM – noon), afternoon sessions can be added for $65. Price increases 6/4. Afternoons include swimming at the Monon Center, volunteering with ministry partners and more! Contact Heather Campbell at campbellh@stlukesumc.com for more info; register at stlukesumc. com.

SOFTBALL THROUGH ST. LUKE’S

Looking to channel your competitive spirit and connect with others? We’re hoping to field 2 slow-pitch softball teams. Sunday nights beginning April 8th and a weeknight beginning this week. Co-ed and men’s team. Contact Nate Montgomery if interested at n8withan8@gmail.com.

PRE-SCHOOL REGISTRATION

Registration is open for next school year for children 10 months – age 5 by 9/1/18. A play-based program, promoting development of language, imagination, selfexpression, problem solving and emotional growth. Paperwork is at stlukesumc. com or in the preschool office. Email Laurie Highsmith at highsmithl@ stlukesumc.com with questions or to schedule a tour.

SERVE… ROSEBUD MISSION TRIP | June 23 – July 1

Construction, serving meals, working at a thrift shop, holding a VBS and visiting a nursing home are all on the agenda. $350+transportation. For information, contact Kathie Clemenz at kkclemenz@sbcglobal.net.

CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE

Fill your Easter baskets with gifts and goodies that help others by visiting the Connections Bookstore today. Lots of brand new merchandise for all ages. Staffed 100% by volunteers.