CELEBRATIONS
SUNDAY MAY 20, 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, 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. We will not be meeting on May 27.
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 Look Book 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. David Williamson • Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis and Mindie Moore
order of worship S U N D AY, M AY 2 0 , 2018
PRELUDE I’m Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says Sing | arr. Jason Krug Breathe on Me, Breath of God | arr. Jason Krug Joyful Rhythms; Marsha Coyner, Director; Charles Manning, Organist
INTROIT Song of Celebration | Tucker (9:30 & 11AM) Children’s Choirs; Youth Bells; Peter Summers, violin; Emma Fravel, flute; Henry Summers, drum; Gay Talbert & Donita Murphy Sims, Directors
WELCOME and INVOCATION Mindie Moore
* HYMN God the Spirit, Guide and Guardian | No. 648, sts. 1,3,4 (Sung to Come Thou Fount)
* LITANY for PENTECOST
Leader: The Spirit is here among us All: within us, around us, between us. Leader: The Spirit is here to strengthen us All: bringing courage, bringing conviction. Leader: The Spirit is here to move us, All: making us sing and praise. Leader: The Spirit is here.
All: May we feel the Spirit as we gather. May we be fed by her fiery strength. May we be emboldened by her powerful wind. Leader: We gather in the Spirit’s arms to be nurtured as we worship. All: And may our worship fill us with the Spirit as we go back out into our daily lives.
* GLORY to GOD | No. 70
Glory be the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is no, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen. Amen.
* GREETING ONE ANOTHER UNISON PRAYER of CONFESSION Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson (11AM) Leader: Loving God, we confess that we have stifled your Spirit within us. You have sent us the Spirit of love and kindness, People: but we have preferred to hate those who oppose us. Leader: You have sent us the Spirit of joy & goodness, People: but we have taken your gifts for granted and been ungrateful. Leader: You have sent us the Spirit of peace & patience, People: but we have chosen to live in division, worry, and anxiety. Leader: You have sent us the Spirit of faithfulness & gentleness, People: but we have been insensitive to the feelings of others. Leader: You have sent us the Spirit of self-control, People: but we have lived recklessly and thoughtless of the needs of others. All: Forgive us, merciful God. Teach us how much we need the power of your Spirit in our lives; and breathe new life into us; for Jesus Christ’s sake. Amen.
* standing, as able
PRAYERS of THANKSGIVING
PRAYERS of INTERCESSION
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 RECOGNITION of TEACHERS OFFERTORY Love Grows Here | Don Besig (8:15AM) Joyful Sound; Carol Dennis, flute; Marie Butz, Director Hymn to the Holy Spirit | Craig Courtney (9:30 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Stephen Brandt, Interim 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 | Acts 2: 1-6 Susan Loomis (8:15AM) Leanne Jackson (9:30AM) Lori Thomas (11AM)
MESSAGE | Reversing the Babble Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson (11AM)
* CLOSING HYMN The Church’s One Foundation | No. 545, verses 1,2,3,5
* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE The Heavens Declare the Glory of God | Benedetto Marcello Charles Manning, organ
joys & concerns ALTAR FLOWERS:
Given by Dave and Leanne Jackson in celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary today.
CONDOLENCES TO:
Steve and Kathy Krusie on the death of his father, Larry Krusie Molly Hull and Liz Pilnik and families on the death of their mother, Susie Hudnut
announcements WORSHIP... CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ | Today • 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.
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Next Sunday the schedule of worship services will be the following: 8:15 and 9:30AM Traditional in the Sanctuary and 11AM Contemporary in the Chapel. The building will be closed on Monday, May 28.
CONNECT… ARTIST’S RECEPTION | Today • 10AM – 12:30PM • East Balcony
Tony Melendez died 5 years ago and left a body of art that is now exhibited in our gallery. Self-taught and deeply religious, his paintings have a huge impact on the viewer. Meet his partner, Gary Dyer, and learn more about this artist and his work.
STARTING POINT | Today • 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.
SOWERS PLANT SALE | Today • West Passage
Purchase starts from the Sowers and church members’ gardens all morning. Great selection of perennials, trees, shrubs and garden hardware. Profits support the St. Luke’s Sower’s Garden.
SUMMER MEET-UPS | June – August
St. Luke’s feels smaller when you expand who you know. Meet-ups are dinners in people’s homes, outings in parks and gatherings for all ages. For a full list and to sign-up, visit stlukesumc.com/meetups. Questions? Stop by the tables next to the Connect Here Booths.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP | June 3 • 12:15 – 3:15PM • Luke’s Lodge
Hear the story of St. Luke’s and discuss what it means to be a member of this local congregation. Learn the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Childcare available upon request. Lunch provided. Register at stlukesumc.com.
CAMP LUKE – VBS | June 11 – 15 • 9 – Noon
Join us for a fun-filled week for 3 year olds – 4th graders. Early pricing through May 22nd ($25 per child; $75 per family). Register today at the east end of the Gathering Area at stlukesumc.com, or volunteer as a crew leader, special needs buddy, station leader or more. Scholarships available. Contact Patrice at smithp@stlukesumc.com or Jennifer at ebnerj@stlukesumc.com, for more info. Early drop off option available. Please see stlukesumc.com for details.
CAMP LUKE DONATIONS
Stop by the bookstore or the stained glass at the end of the Gathering Area and pick up a donation card for $10, $25, $50 or $100 to provide Camp Luke supplies or scholarships. Your generosity impacts kid’s lives through a week filled with faith and fun!
MAD CAMP | June 11 – 15 • Noon – 5PM
If your upcoming 2nd – 5th grader likes to sing and act, then this is for them! We will learn and perform an entire musical in one week, with a performance Friday at 5PM. Register at stlukesumc.com for $50.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM | June 25 - 29 • 9AM – 5PM
Rising 5th – 8th graders, join us for SURVIVOR MAYHEM to discuss living our best life with Jesus! $25 for the week (9AM – noon), afternoon sessions added for $65. Price increases 6/4. Afternoons include swimming, volunteering and more! Contact Heather at campbellh@stlukesumc.com for more info; register at stlukesumc.com.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | August 9 & 10 • 9:30AM – 5:30PM
You have influence! Join with 400,000 others to learn how to maximize it, right here at St. Luke’s. Get a unique blend of vision, inspiration and practical skills. Register at willowcreek.com/summit and use promo code: 18HSFAMILY for the best price of $89. Questions? Contact Deleath at blombergd@stlukesumc.com.
SERVE… CPR TRAINING | June 2 • 9AM – noon • N103/104
Everyone is welcome to learn the new CPR, whether you need a refresher or have never been trained. To register for $20, contact Mary Connors at stlukeshealthministy@gmail.com.
INDY PRIDE FEST | June 9 – 10AM – 6PM
Join us as we march in one of the largest Indiana parades, in support of the Indianapolis LGBTQ community, or work at our booth for a two hour shift. For more info and to volunteer, contact Les at lepiii@prodigy.net.
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE
Connections bookstore is looking for friendly summer cashiers to volunteer in flexible shifts, weekdays or Sundays. Join us as we support St. Luke’s Outreach ministries with our profits. Training provided, no experience needed. Contact Susan Fuquay at fuquays@stlukesumc.com.
SIMPLY GIVE CAMPAIGN | Now through June 17
Shop at Meijer on Pike Plaza and purchase a $10 donation card at checkout; it will be matched by Meijer and converted to a Meijer-only gift card and donated to Crooked Creek Food Pantry, so your gift is doubled. You may also leave a $10 donation at the Outreach table in the West Passage on in the offering basket. Please write “Simply Give” on the memo line of your check. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year!