Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Sanctuary | 4, 6 & 8PM
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WELCOME! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE Thank you for registering your attendance today. Please fill out the insert in your bulletin and place it in the offering basket. New guests, you will find a gift just for you at the Welcome Center.
PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the prayer cards in your pew pockets and place in the offering basket or find the “Prayer Request” link at stlukesumc.com.
PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN The following childcare is provided today: 2 & 8PM Nursery (Birth and up E124/125); 4 & 6PM all ages (Birth-1 year E125, 2-5 years E124, K-4th grade - Clubhouse); no childcare at 11PM. Activity bags are available for K-4th grade children at the Welcome Centers and room 126 is equipped for nursing moms, including live streaming of the worship service. A cry area is located to the left of the Sanctuary, and straight ahead as you exit the Chapel, with toys and a live stream of our services.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING (SUNDAYS) 5th - 6th Grade – 9:30 & 11AM @ The Modge 7th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ The Hub in room C124 No youth groups will meet on December 29 and students are encouraged to worship with the families. Regular programming resumes Jan. 6. Find more at stlukesumc.com.
YOUNG ADULTS (SUNDAYS) Join us for coffee outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM services. We will not be meeting Dec. 29. See you Jan. 5.
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.
POINSETTIAS Thank you to everyone who donated poinsettias in honor of or in memory of a loved one. A listing of the donors can be found today at the Welcome Centers. Donors are encouraged to take one home after the 8PM Sanctuary service or 11PM service in the Chapel.
WORSHIP ORDER Christmas Eve | 4, 6 & 8PM | December 24, 2019
PRELUDE
Angels From on High! | arr. Phillip E. Allen Tidings of Joy | arr. Phillip Winkler St. Luke’s Orchestra, Bob Zehr, Director
INTROIT
Candlelight Carol | John Rutter (4PM) New Song, Katherine Kouns, Director
ARRIVAL OF LIGHT ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING
Light One Candle | Natalie Sleeth Congregational Response | words on screen The Miller-Spaulding Family (4PM) The Rector Family (6PM) Karen, Scott, Oliver and Liam Hobson (8PM)
* OPENING HYMN
O Come, All Ye Faithful | No. 234; vs. 1, 2, 3 & 6
* CHRISTMAS CREED
Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross (4 & 6PM) Rev. Regina Procor (8PM) I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, Who did through his son come down on Christmas Day. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, announced by the angels, worshipped by the shepherds, and adored by the wise men. He lived to suffer, die and rise again that we might be free from sin, from death, and the power of evil. I believe in the Holy Spirit, who has brought me to faith in the Christ of Christmas. Through this Spirit I am ever led to lay before the feet of Christ the treasures of my love, and live under him as my King. I look to the manger as the place where God has fulfilled his Christmas love. I will follow his star and seek to serve him as my Lord, both now and forever more. Amen.
* CHORUS of RESPONSE
O Come, All Ye Faithful | Refrain
WELCOME
Rev. Rob Fuquay * standing, as able
READING of the CHRISTMAS STORY | Luke 2:1-15
Leanne Jackson (4PM) Ellen Hostetler (6PM) Susan Loomis (8PM)
ANTHEM
What Child Is This? | arr. Mark Hayes Chancel Choir, Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director; St. Luke’s Orchestra
PRAYER TIME and 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
Blessed Is the Lord (Benedictus) | Dan Forrest Chancel Choir, Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director; St. Luke’s Orchestra
* PRAISE TO GOD | Sung to THE FIRST NOEL 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. Noel, Noel, Noel Noel! Born is the King of Israel!
* OFFERTORY PRAYER * HYMN
Joy to the World | No. 245, vs. 1, 4
SCRIPTURE | Isaiah 64:1-4 MESSAGE | When He Comes Down Rev. Rob Fuquay
* CLOSING HYMN/CANDLE LIGHTING O Little Town of Bethlehem | No. 230, vs. 1 Silent Night | No. 239
When lighting your candle, tip the unlit candle to the lighted candle of your neighbor – this minimizes the chance of hot wax dripping.
* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
All Is Well | Bruce Greer Chancel Choir; St. Luke’s Orchestra
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ST. LUKE’S HOLIDAY CLOSURE Dec. 25 – 28, Dec. 30 - Jan. 1 The church building will be closed beginning Christmas Day through January 1. We will be open on Sunday, Dec. 29, for our regular worship schedule and would love to have you join us. ADULT CLASSES AND SMALL GROUPS Kick off the New Year by joining a new class or small group! Many are off to a fresh start in January. For full information, stop by the Welcome Center or grab a new winter/spring catalog before you leave the building tonight. NEW YEAR’S EVE LABYRINTH WALK Dec. 31 • 6 – 8PM • Fellowship Hall Take 30 minutes to review 2019 and prepare for 2020. Walking the labyrinth is the perfect way to slow down and reflect and if you are new to labyrinth walking, a brief introduction will be provided. Please enter through Door #1.
SAVE THE DATE
HOUSE OF HOPE | March Join St. Luke’s and Arbor Homes this Lent as we build a Habitat for Humanity home! All skill levels and families are welcome to serve during weekend shifts. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 3 years – 4th grade: June 8 – 12 • 9AM – 12:15PM Register your 3 year old (and potty-trained) through 4th grader. Sign up your child for a fun week of making friends and learning the love of Jesus Christ. Early registration starts in February! Middle School Mayhem: June 22-26
SERMON SERIES JAN. 12 – FEB. 16
SUNDAY WORSHIP TRADITIONAL 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM • Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY 9:30 & 11AM • Chapel