CELEBRATIONS
SUNDAY MAY 27, 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 today!
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 7, 2018
PRELUDE Fanfare | Nicholas Jacques Lemmens Holy God, We Praise Thy Name | Flor Peeters Clarice Stegall, Organ
WELCOME and INVOCATION Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
* HYMN O God Our Help in Ages Past | No. 117
* LITANY of THANKSGIVING and REMEMBRANCE Mindie Moore Leader: Let us give thanks to God for the freedom we enjoy and the wonder of our country’s story: People: We give you thanks, O God. Leader: For those who have led us, both past and present, working to secure justice and freedom for all: People: We give you thanks, O God. Leader: For those who served their country in its hour of need, and especially for those who gave even their lives in that service: People: We give you thanks, O God. Leader: For those who have known the loss of a loved one because of service to their country, and whose grief is present today: People: Hear the cries of those who mourn. Comfort your people, O God. Leader: For your church, as we work to bring your peace and justice to our world: People: Remind us of things that truly bring peace and empower us to work for that peace. In the name of Christ, Amen.
* 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 PREPARATION for PRAYER Come and Fill Our Hearts | Jacques Berthier (8:15AM)
ANTHEM In Christ Alone | Keith Getty & Stuart Townend (9:30AM) Stephen Brandt, soloist
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. * standing, as able
ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY In Christ Alone | Keith Getty & Stuart Townend (8:15AM) Stephen Brandt, soloist O God Beyond All Praising | Dan Forrest (9:30AM) Chancel Choir
* 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 | John 15:12-17 Karen Hobson (8:15AM) Chad Bocock (9:30AM)
MESSAGE | What Love Looks Like Rev.Eric Burton-Krieger
* CLOSING HYMN God of Grace and God of Glory | No.577
* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Prelude on an American Folk Melody (Balm in Gilead) | Robert Hebble Clarice Stegall, Organ
joys & concerns ALTAR FLOWERS:
Given in loving memory of Lenette-Powell Flowers.
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
Drew and Sarah Black, parents, and Lynn and Julie Black, grandparents, on the birth of Benjamin Black
announcements WORSHIP... CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ | Third Sunday • 5PM • Chapel COMMUNION ELEMENTS
The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Enter through the exterior door 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.
CONNECT... MEMORIAL DAY
The building will be closed tomorrow in observance of Memorial Day.
LOOK BOOK
Be “in the know” about things happening this summer. Pick up one of our new Look Books behind the Sanctuary, outside of the Chapel or as you leave today.
SUMMER MEET-UPS | June 1 – 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.
CHURCH TOUR | June 5 • 6:30 – 7:30PM
Join others to explore our facility and learn a bit of our history as well. Childcare available upon request. Register at stlukesumc.com.
CANCER SUPPORT MEETING | June 6 • 6 – 7PM• Parlor
Join the Care Team for a meeting about this new support group. Patients and guests welcome. Contact Mary Katherine with questions at schnitzm@ stlukesumc.com.
GUN LAWS AND LEGISLATION | June 8 • 7 – 8:30PM • Fellowship Hall Stephen Dunlop, MD and past President of Hoosiers Concerned about Gun Violence will share his 25 years of experience in dealing with Indiana laws and legislation on guns. Find out where Indiana law stands.
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 or go to our table in the West Passage.
STARTING POINT | June 10 • 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.
CAMP LUKE – VBS | June 11 - 15 • 9 - Noon
Join us for a fun-filled week for 3 year olds – 4th graders. Register today at the east end of the Gathering Area or at stlukesumc.com. Volunteer as a crew leader, special needs buddy, station leader or more. Contact Patrice Smith or Jennifer Ebner for more info.
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 or donate at stlukesumc.com. 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.
YOUTH CAR WASH | June 17 – 8AM – 1PM
Drop off your car to be washed during worship by our youth as they raise money for summer mission trips. Car washes will also be pre-sold on 6/10 in the West Passage. Suggested donation: $10.
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 until June 5. 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 certified. To register for $20, contact Mary Connors at stlukeshealthministy@gmail.com.
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE
Connections bookstore is looking for summer cashiers to volunteer in flexible shifts, weekdays or Sundays. Help us support St. Luke’s Outreach ministries with our profits. No experience needed. Contact Susan Fuquay at fuquays@ stlukesumc.com.
SIMPLY GIVE CAMPAIGN | Through June 17
Shop Meijer on Pike Plaza and buy 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!