September 22, 2019 Traditional Worship Guide

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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 the Prayer Request 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.

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 GIFT & BOOKSTORE HOURS Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM; Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1PM 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 4th-graders.

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 at the Lodge. At 11AM, Middle School Music Ministry in the Lodge. For more information or to register, contact Heather; kenisonh@stlukesumc.com 9th-12th Grade: Sundays, 9AM the Hub located in C124 inside Door 15. Students will attend 9:30 services together. To sign up for Small Groups, contact Travis; bannont@stlukesumc.com.

LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Fall Ministry 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, Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger, Executive Pastor Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross, Teaching & Guest Experience Pastor Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, Pastor of Mobilization & Outreach Rev. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care Ministries 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 worship attendance folders and stop at the Welcome Center for a gift. Be sure to join us across from the sanctuary after worship for coffee and donuts.

order of worship S U N D AY, S E P T E M B E R 2 2 , 2 0 19

PRELUDE Canon on the Love of God | arr. Phillip Allen Holy, Holy, Holy | arr. Paul Thompson St. Luke’s Orchestra; Bob Zehr, Director * WELCOME & CALL to WORSHIP Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (11AM) Leader: Listen to the words of the Psalmist as we too try to find hope in hard places: Vindicate me, my God, and plead my cause against an unfaithful nation. Rescue me from those who are deceitful and wicked.

People: But you, Lord, do not be far from me.

You are my strength. Come quickly to help me.

Leader: You are God, my stronghold. Why have you rejected me?

Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy?

People: Do not withhold your mercy from me, Lord; May your love and faithfulness always protect me.

Leader: Send me your light and your faithful care, let them lead me; Let them bring me to your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell.

People: Then I will go to the altar of God, To God, my joy and my delight. I will praise you with the lyre, O God, my God. * HYMN My Hope Is Built | No. 368 * UNISON PRAYER Written by Rev. Mike Reed Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger People: O Lord our God, at times we can become rebellious people, choosing to live our way rather than your way.

Doing so, we can enter a period of exile, often straying far away from you. Yet, you always stand ready to welcome us to return and experience anew your love for us. Help us to do so even now. In Jesus’ name, we ask it. Amen. * standing, as able

* GREETING ONE ANOTHER ANTHEM Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing | arr. Mack WIlberg St. Luke’s Orchestra and Chancel Choir 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.

3rd GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATIONS (9:30AM) ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY Sanctuary Overture | arr. Bruce Greer Michael Davidson, narrator; St. Luke’s Orchestra * PRAISE to GOD | No. 95 * PRAYER of DEDICATION MESSAGE | Bingeworthy: Exile Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (11AM) THIS WEEK’S SCRIPTURE LESSON Lori Thomas (8:15AM) Tom Elam (9:30AM) Ben Lamb (11AM) CLOSING HYMN * BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Holy, Holy, Holy | arr. Paul Thompson St. Luke’s Orchestra Fletcher Place Community Center (FPCC) mission is “Compassionately providing programs to ease the burden of low to moderate income individuals who struggle with life’s basic needs”. FPCC programming focus is hunger, immediate need and education with the goal of breaking the cycle of poverty. Thousands of volunteers and donors support FPCC each year by sharing their time, talent and treasure.

Currently, they need volunteers for their breakfast team. Contact rachelp@stlukesumc. com to volunteer!

To donate, text STLUKESUMC to 77977

joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO:

Family and friends of Jerry Murrell Troy and Ellen Rector and family on the death of Troy’s mother, Donna Rector Myrtle Bryant, and Cathy Bryant and family on the death of Myrtle’s husband, Thomas Bryant Emily Nickel, Jim and Amy Lippard, and Ann Schuck on the death of Nick Nickel

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CONTEMPLATIVE WORSHIP | Oct. 2 • 6:15 – 7:15PM • Chapel

An opportunity to still your internal busyness and be moved into prayer and communion with God. Expect music, silence and devotional reading before heading out to engage in the world.

CHRISTMAS CONCERTS: SAVE THE DATE! | Dec. 6 and 7

Mark your calendar and don’t miss an amazing evening of worship with Christmas favorites presented by over 300 musicians! Each year several dozen people join us as guest singers and we would LOVE for you to be one of them!

Rehearsals begin in October. For more info, contact Dr. Jeff Rogers at rogersj@ stlukesumc.com.

COMMUNION

The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Enter through the exterior door west of door #1. If someone in a healthcare facility or homebound would like communion, notify Kevin Davis at 317-846-3404 or davisk@ stlukesumc.com.

GROW… FESTIVAL OF FAITHS | Today • 1 – 5PM • Veteran’s Memorial Plaza

Visit this showcase of congregations and organizations that are making Indianapolis a diverse and fascinating city. Entertainment, drumming circle, informational booths, food, spiritual practices and more. Walk St. Luke’s sponsored labyrinth.

FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | Great Hall

Want a fun way to get in your work-out? Join us for volleyball on Mondays from 6:30 – 8PM or for pickleball (a paddle sport) on Tuesdays and Thursday from 7 – 8:30PM. All ages and stages welcome!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE CLASSES & MEAL

Join us for dinner in the Great Hall (Chicken Parmesan, tossed salad, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, breads (GF) and cakes (GF)) from 5:15 – 6:15PM, no reservations needed; $5/person, $20 max/family. Adult classes and children’s programming from 6:15 – 7:30PM. Childcare available. Head to a Connect Here booth outside of worship for more info.

INVITE NIGHT: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE | Sept. 27 • 6:30 – 9:30PM

Luke’s Lodge An on-campus event with crazy themes open to 5th – 8th graders and their friends. Snacks, worship, teaching and shenanigans all evening long! $5 and guests are free. Dress in all black for this covert operation that takes over the campus, and build your own pizza!

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN - NEW CIRCLE | Sept. 29 • C125

We’re forming a new women’s circle! Join us after the 9:30 and 11AM services to learn more about growing and serving together or contact Kathie Clemenz at kkclemenz@sbcglobal.net!

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN LUNCH | Sept. 29 • 12:15 – 1:30PM • Great Hall

Avoiding meat is a gift to God’s creation. Bring a labeled vegetarian or vegan dish to share, experience an interesting video and speaker and meet new people.

Can’t bring a dish? Bring $5!

MEN’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST | Oct. 2 • 8 – 9:30AM • Parlor

Join this monthly gathering for food and conversation – a great space to learn ways to serve and connect with leaders who are guiding St. Luke’s. No registration needed.

UMW FALL RETREAT | Oct. 12 • 9AM – noon • Luke’s Lodge

Rev. Sarah Renfro will speak on empowering women and embracing the divine in yourself. Continental breakfast; register for childcare at kennedyn@stlukesumc. com by 10/1.

MILITARY TRIBUTE

We are planning a tribute to our St. Luke’s veterans and service members for Veteran’s Day. Please share your information at stlukesumc.com/militarytribute so that we can include you!

GO… CONTEMPORARY COMMUNION SERVERS | Sept. 25 • 5:30 –

6:10PM • Parlor Join us with your dinner for a short introduction to communion serving. Contact Maria Blake at mariawblake@yahoo.com for more information or to sign up.

UMW RUMMAGE SALE | This week

Clean out those closets and drawers and know that you are supporting missions!

Items can be brought to the Great Hall Wed. and Thurs., 8AM – 8PM and Fri., 8AM – noon. Do your shopping on Fri., 6-8PM (St. Lukers) or Sat., 8AM – 2PM (Public). Volunteers needed; to sign up, go to tinyurl.com/fallrummage2019.

HURRICANE RESPONSE

Join other St. Lukers in assembling a Hurricane Dorian flood bucket! Pick up a bucket today in the Gathering Area, or at door 6 or 7, fill it with items listed and return it by 10/22. Checks may be placed in the offering basket with “Hurricane Relief” on the memo line. To help assemble kits email outreach@stlukesumc. com.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE CONFERENCE | Oct. 18, 19 • Great Hall

Join us to learn how to respond to time-sensitive life events and immediate crises, led by Rev. Karen Lampe from Church of the Resurrection. Register for $99 with promo code “CARE” at stlukesumc.com/careconference. Contact Pastor Regina for more information at proctorr@stlukesumc.com.

LAY LEADERSHIP NOMINATIONS

The Committee on Lay Leadership has begun their work to make nominations for administrative committees beginning in 2020. If you are interested in exploring the various committees or would like to nominate someone you feel would serve well in leadership, access the Leadership Interest Forms at stlukesumc.com/ layleadership.

JOB OPENINGS

We are excited to add three new positions to our staff: a Director of Children’s Ministries, a Director of Youth Worship and an Early Years Program Coordinator.

Applications can be found at stlukesumc.com.