December 06 2015 Traditional

Joys & Concerns

Advent Events

Altar Flowers

In the rush of the holidays, we’re right around the corner – here to remind you of the peace, love & hope of this special season. Find your way to St. Luke’s UMC this year to restore your sense of wonder! *indicates free childcare

Given in memory of Susan Olson Miller from the Robert Olson family

Condolences Ed Schmidlin on the death of his wife Barbara Schmidlin

Live Nativity | Sat., Dec. 12 • Performances @ 2 & 4PM

Family and friends of Doug Pilkinton

This free, family-friendly event features a live reenactment of the birth of Jesus – complete with live animals. Before and between the performances, our hands-on Global Village workshop helps explore Christmas traditions in other lands.

To order poinsettias in honor or memory of loved ones, please find order forms at the Welcome Desk or main office after worship. Suggested donation is $10 per plant.

Jesus, Jazz & Joyswing | Dec. 13 • 3:30PM •

NEWS ANGEL TREE Giving | TODAY •

Sanctuary Narthex

St. Luke’s plans to brighten Christmas for hundreds through our Angel Tree giving program. Please give by Dec. 14.

ALL-Church Advent study | It’s not too late Our “Step Into My Shoes” Advent curriculum designed for adults and families is available TODAY, west end of Narthex.

Our Contemporary Worship artists jam with JoySwing Band in this free jazzy afternoon Christmas Concert.

Later in Candlelight | Dec. 13 • 6PM • Robertson Enjoy a family-friendly multicultural worship experience, the Later @ St. Luke’s annual Candlelight Christmas service.

Longest Night Service | Dec. 21 • 6PM* • Robertson

On this longest night of the year, come celebrate the hope Christ offers in the midst of darkness.

St. Luke’s at Worship Traditional

8 & 9:15AM • Sanctuary 11AM • Robertson Chapel Contemporary

11AM • Sanctuary THE GARDEN

8:45 & 10AM • Beef & Boards Theatre CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE

5PM • 3rd Sunday, Monthly • Sanctuary LATER @ ST. LUKE’S

6PM • Robertson Chapel

CandleLight ChristMas Eve | Dec. 23 • 7PM Dec. 24 • 3PM (child-friendly) or Dec. 24 • 5*, 7*, 9 & 11PM

We know it’s a busy season. All the more reason to find the time to attend a Christmas Eve service. In the soft glow of candlelight, remember the love that claims us, and the light that leads us.

Sunday | Dec. 6, 2015

Welcome!

We’re Glad You’re Here!

Welcome!

New Guests Please find our “New Here” brochure in the Attendance Folder to learn more about us. Find a welcome gift at the New Here Table as you exit.

We’re Glad You’re Here!

Thank you for registering your attendance. Please pass the Attendance Folder along your pew. Blue sheets: new guests; white sheets: all other worship participants.

Prayer Concerns Share prayer concerns on the prayer cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Need a Prayer” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer following each worship service.

Parents of Small Children We provide childcare and Sunday School for newborns through 4th Grade 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.

Youth Programming 5th - 7th Grade – 9:15 & 11AM @ the Modge 8th - 12th Grade – 9:15AM @ Luke’s Lodge; worship, hang out. Come early for games.

9- to 13-year-olds – Ask the ushers for a Middle School Worship Guide (or stop by Welcome Center to get one).

Find details at stlukesumc.com/youth

YOUNG ADULTS Join us in the Narthex near the stairs between services.

learn more Pick up a copy of Connect @ St. Luke’s magazine, visit stlukesumc.com, subscribe to our e-newsletters, or scan QR Code for more information.

Contact us 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN • 46260 website: stlukesumc.com • phone: 317-846-3404 email: info@stlukesumc.com

Worship Order Sunday | Dec. 6, 2015 Gathering of the Community Prelude

Hearing and Receiving God’s Word

Response and Going Forth

ANTHEM

PRayer TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER

Love Came Down at Christmas | Howard Helvey (8AM) MaryEllen St. Angelo, vocalist; Carol Dennis, flute

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.

Silent Night | Peter Anglea (9:15 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Rebecca Edie, piano

Carol Rhapsody | Richard Purvis Charles Goehring, Organ

SCRIPTURE

Change Ring Prelude on Divinum Mysterium | Fred Gramann Wesleyan Ringers; Mike Keller, Director

Gustanna Chaney (8AM) Cathy Bryant Eisenhower (9:15AM)

Offertory ANTHEM

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ellen Hostetler (11AM)

Rev. Kim King (8 & 9:15AM) Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson (11AM)

Luke 2:7

Calypso Lullaby | arr. Joel Raney Wesleyan Ringers; Chancel Choir (9:15 & 11AM) Carol Dennis, flute; Jordan Simmons, bass

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH Witte family (8AM) | Kosco-Newton Family (9:15AM) Pruiett Family (11AM) * HYMN

Angels We Have Heard on High | No. 238 * creed | No. 884

And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.

Isaiah 1:3 The ox knows its master, the donkey its owner’s manger, but Israel does not know, my people do not understand.

Dr. Marion Miller

Luke 22:8,11-12

Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:

Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and make preparations for us to eat the Passover....and say to the owner of the house, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?’ He will show you a large room upstairs, all furnished. Make preparations there.”

All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love.

We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength.

We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need.

We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice.

We believe in the Church as the fellowship for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord.

We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting. Amen. * GLORY TO GOD | No. 70 * GreetING One Another

* standing, as able

MESSAGE Christmas Props: A Stable God in an Unstable World Rev. Rob Fuquay

* Praise to God

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; Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel

* OFFERTORY PRAYER * HYMN Once In Royal David’s City | No. 250

* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Improvisation on VENI EMMANUEL | Charles Goehring

Welcome!

New Guests Please find our “New Here” brochure in the Attendance Folder to learn more about us. Find a welcome gift at the New Here Table as you exit.

We’re Glad You’re Here!

Thank you for registering your attendance. Please pass the Attendance Folder along your pew. Blue sheets: new guests; white sheets: all other worship participants.

Prayer Concerns Share prayer concerns on the prayer cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Need a Prayer” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer following each worship service.

Parents of Small Children We provide childcare and Sunday School for newborns through 4th Grade 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.

Youth Programming 5th - 7th Grade – 9:15 & 11AM @ the Modge 8th - 12th Grade – 9:15AM @ Luke’s Lodge; worship, hang out. Come early for games.

9- to 13-year-olds – Ask the ushers for a Middle School Worship Guide (or stop by Welcome Center to get one).

Find details at stlukesumc.com/youth

YOUNG ADULTS Join us in the Narthex near the stairs between services.

learn more Pick up a copy of Connect @ St. Luke’s magazine, visit stlukesumc.com, subscribe to our e-newsletters, or scan QR Code for more information.

Contact us 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN • 46260 website: stlukesumc.com • phone: 317-846-3404 email: info@stlukesumc.com

Worship Order Sunday | Dec. 6, 2015 Gathering of the Community Prelude

Hearing and Receiving God’s Word

Response and Going Forth

ANTHEM

PRayer TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER

Love Came Down at Christmas | Howard Helvey (8AM) MaryEllen St. Angelo, vocalist; Carol Dennis, flute

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.

Silent Night | Peter Anglea (9:15 & 11AM) Chancel Choir; Rebecca Edie, piano

Carol Rhapsody | Richard Purvis Charles Goehring, Organ

SCRIPTURE

Change Ring Prelude on Divinum Mysterium | Fred Gramann Wesleyan Ringers; Mike Keller, Director

Gustanna Chaney (8AM) Cathy Bryant Eisenhower (9:15AM)

Offertory ANTHEM

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ellen Hostetler (11AM)

Rev. Kim King (8 & 9:15AM) Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson (11AM)

Luke 2:7

Calypso Lullaby | arr. Joel Raney Wesleyan Ringers; Chancel Choir (9:15 & 11AM) Carol Dennis, flute; Jordan Simmons, bass

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH Witte family (8AM) | Kosco-Newton Family (9:15AM) Pruiett Family (11AM) * HYMN

Angels We Have Heard on High | No. 238 * creed | No. 884

And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.

Isaiah 1:3 The ox knows its master, the donkey its owner’s manger, but Israel does not know, my people do not understand.

Dr. Marion Miller

Luke 22:8,11-12

Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:

Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and make preparations for us to eat the Passover....and say to the owner of the house, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?’ He will show you a large room upstairs, all furnished. Make preparations there.”

All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love.

We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength.

We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need.

We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice.

We believe in the Church as the fellowship for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord.

We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting. Amen. * GLORY TO GOD | No. 70 * GreetING One Another

* standing, as able

MESSAGE Christmas Props: A Stable God in an Unstable World Rev. Rob Fuquay

* Praise to God

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; Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel

* OFFERTORY PRAYER * HYMN Once In Royal David’s City | No. 250

* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Improvisation on VENI EMMANUEL | Charles Goehring

Joys & Concerns

Advent Events

Altar Flowers

In the rush of the holidays, we’re right around the corner – here to remind you of the peace, love & hope of this special season. Find your way to St. Luke’s UMC this year to restore your sense of wonder! *indicates free childcare

Given in memory of Susan Olson Miller from the Robert Olson family

Condolences Ed Schmidlin on the death of his wife Barbara Schmidlin

Live Nativity | Sat., Dec. 12 • Performances @ 2 & 4PM

Family and friends of Doug Pilkinton

This free, family-friendly event features a live reenactment of the birth of Jesus – complete with live animals. Before and between the performances, our hands-on Global Village workshop helps explore Christmas traditions in other lands.

To order poinsettias in honor or memory of loved ones, please find order forms at the Welcome Desk or main office after worship. Suggested donation is $10 per plant.

Jesus, Jazz & Joyswing | Dec. 13 • 3:30PM •

NEWS ANGEL TREE Giving | TODAY •

Sanctuary Narthex

St. Luke’s plans to brighten Christmas for hundreds through our Angel Tree giving program. Please give by Dec. 14.

ALL-Church Advent study | It’s not too late Our “Step Into My Shoes” Advent curriculum designed for adults and families is available TODAY, west end of Narthex.

Our Contemporary Worship artists jam with JoySwing Band in this free jazzy afternoon Christmas Concert.

Later in Candlelight | Dec. 13 • 6PM • Robertson Enjoy a family-friendly multicultural worship experience, the Later @ St. Luke’s annual Candlelight Christmas service.

Longest Night Service | Dec. 21 • 6PM* • Robertson

On this longest night of the year, come celebrate the hope Christ offers in the midst of darkness.

St. Luke’s at Worship Traditional

8 & 9:15AM • Sanctuary 11AM • Robertson Chapel Contemporary

11AM • Sanctuary THE GARDEN

8:45 & 10AM • Beef & Boards Theatre CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE

5PM • 3rd Sunday, Monthly • Sanctuary LATER @ ST. LUKE’S

6PM • Robertson Chapel

CandleLight ChristMas Eve | Dec. 23 • 7PM Dec. 24 • 3PM (child-friendly) or Dec. 24 • 5*, 7*, 9 & 11PM

We know it’s a busy season. All the more reason to find the time to attend a Christmas Eve service. In the soft glow of candlelight, remember the love that claims us, and the light that leads us.

Sunday | Dec. 6, 2015

Welcome!

We’re Glad You’re Here!