Sunday | April 2, 2017
Welcome! We’re Glad You’re Here!
Worship Order
Welcome!
Sunday, April 2, 2017
WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
PRELUDE
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.
Allegro Moderato (from Water Music) | G. F. Handel Charles Manning, Organ The Prayer | Carole Sager & David Foster/arr. Sandra Eithun Wesleyan Ringers; Barbara Hobbs, Director
CONNECT HERE
CALL TO CONFESSION
To find your way of connecting with classes or small groups at St. Luke’s, stop by our Connect Here booths this morning in the Gathering Area outside of the Sanctuary or in the West Passage outside of Robertson Chapel.
Rev. Kim King
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
O God, forgive us for being satisfied with just the answers to our own prayers. Forgive us for seeking a faith that is more about our comfort than your concerns. We confess the times we have made life about us and made others objects or obstacles of our own happiness. Forgive us, we pray, and free us for joyful obedience that puts you first, and seeks to allow your thoughts to be our thoughts, and your way to be our way.
PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the prayer 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 following each worship service.
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CARING FOR ST. LUKE’S
Singing together: Be still and know that I am God; Be still and know that I am God. Be still and know that I am God.
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.
PARENTS OF YOUNG 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, including live streaming of worship.
YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee and cookies outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM services.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 6th Grade – 9:30 & 11AM @ The Modge 7th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ Luke’s Lodge; Worship and hang out. Come early for games. Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth
LEARN MORE Pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog, visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters for more information.
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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven. People: In the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven. Amen.
* HYMN
Give to the Winds Thy Fears | No. 129
* RESPONSIVE PSALTER | Psalm 46
Response: God is our help and stay.
Leader: God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. People: Therefore we will not fear though the earth should change, Though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; Leader: Though its waters roar and foam, Though the mountains tremble with its tumult. People: There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, The holy habitation of the Most High. Leader: God is in the midst of the city which shall not be moved; God will help it at the dawn of the day. * standing, as able
People: Leader: People:
The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; God’s voice resounds, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge.
MESSAGE | Somethin’ in the Water See What God Can Do...In a Time of Fear Rev. David Williamson (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM)
Response: God is our help and stay.
SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION
Leader: Come, behold the works of the Lord, Who has wrought desolations in the earth; People: Who makes wars cease to the end of the earth, Breaks the bow shatters the spear, And burns the shields with fire! Leader: “Be still, and know that I am God. I am exalted among the nations, I am exalted in the earth!” People: The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge,
Communion Prayer
We do not presume to come to this your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own goodness, but in your unfailing mercy. We thank you for your presence in this meal and for offering us your unconditional acceptance and love. We surrender ourselves and our concerns into your loving hands. In Christ’s name, Amen.
HYMNS DURING COMMUNION
The River | Anna Laura Page Wesleyan Ringers (9:30 & 11AM) Peace Like a River | Words on Screen It Is Well With My Soul | No. 377 Eat This Bread, Drink This Cup | No. 628
Response: God is our help and stay. * GREETING ONE ANOTHER
ANTHEM
The River | Jon Mohr and Randall Dennis Steve Harris, Vocalist; Sammi Bowyer and Leanna Miller of Crossroads Dance Indy, Emily Miser of Village Dance Studio
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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY
The River | Anna Laura Page Wesleyan Ringers; Barbara Hobbs, Director (8:15AM) Be Still, My Soul | arr. Diane Bish Chancel Choir (9:30 & 11AM) *
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.
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PRAYER OF DEDICATION SCRIPTURE LESSON | Mark 4:35-41 Chad Bocock (8:15AM) Ben Lamb (9:30AM) Janet Anderson (11AM)
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BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
By the Waters of Babylon | Everett Titcomb Charles Manning, Organist
Joys & Concerns ALTAR FLOWERS: Given by the Gilmor family in memory of John Gilmor
CONDOLENCES TO: Howard and Carolyn Pugh and family on the loss of Carolyn’s brother, Eddie Bell Mike & Missy Copher and family on the loss of his mother, Martha Copher
CONGRATULATIONS TO: Angela & Travis Garrett on the birth of their daughter, Devaro Maria Garrett on March 15 Karen Graham & Scott Zmikly on their marriage on April 1
COMMUNION ELEMENTS are available in the Prayer Chapel this morning. Please enter through Door #2 on the south side of the building.
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE 5PM • Third Sunday • Robertson Chapel
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com
Announcements CONNECT MAGAZINE The spring edition of Connect is available today; be sure to pick one up as you leave the worship service this morning!
DONATE EASTER LILIES Easter lilies will be decorating the Sanctuary and Robertson Chapel on Easter morning. If you would like to donate lilies in memory of or in honor of a loved one, please find a donation card in the main office or at the New Here booth. Submit your donation ($10 suggested) in an envelope that says: ATTN: Worship & the Arts.
UMW FOOD DRIVE | Now through April 30 The United Methodist Women’s annual food drive for local food pantries will run throughout April. Please bring bags of groceries to the collection bins at door 7 and the West Passage by the Outreach Post. Five pantries will receive food; bags can be picked up in the West Passage.
ARTIST’S RECEPTION | Today • East Balcony Artist Jeff Hagen shares his love of art with children in Lotts Creek, KY. Meet him and two of his aspiring artists, along with their teacher, and see the amazing self-portraits done by these students. A book will be available this morning for you to sign, to share your words of encouragement and your appreciation for their art. DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP | Mondays, April 3 through May 8 • 6:30–8PM • E207 Meet with the same small group for 6 weeks and get information about helpful depression resources. Give and receive encouragement and hope. Led by someone who has experienced depression, Jacquie Reed. Contact her at jreed46038@hotmail.com. PRAYING IN WATERCOLOR | April 4 • 6:30–7:30PM • SLC or April 5 • Noon–1PM • N103/104 Come experience a new way of connecting with God through watercolor. You are not creating art for an art show, you are praying. See what happens in your heart and soul. Led by Jacquie Reed. All supplies provided and no registration or artistic ability needed. All are welcome! HOMELESSNESS DISCUSSION | April 7 • 7–9PM • Fellowship Hall Join us to hear local homelessness advocate Maurice Young present his Ted Talk and discuss his homeless ministry in Indianapolis. Maurice has chosen to be homeless to be a better advocate for those he desires to help. Join us for this wonderful opportunity! MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT | April 7 • 6:30–
9:30PM • Luke’s Lodge April’s theme is BOYS VS. GIRLS! We will have lots of crazy games all night long, with an awesome prize for the team that wins the night. We hope you’ll invite your 5th–8th grade friends and the community!
CHRISTIAN LIFE SCHOLARSHIP | April 9 Deadline All high school seniors who are members of St. Luke’s and will be full-time college students in the fall of 2017 are encouraged to apply for this award that ranges from $1,000– $1,500. The application is posted online at stlukesumc. com in the youth ministry area of the website. Questions? Contact Josh Sweeney at sweeneyj@stlukesumc.com. STARTING POINT | April 9 • 10:45–11:15AM and 12:15– 12:45PM • N101 For those new to St Luke’s, gain an orientation to St. Luke’s, meet key leaders and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within the congregation. Light refreshments available, as is childcare upon request. Register at stlukesumc.com. FINANCIAL WISDOM | April 10 • 7PM • N101 Why do well-meaning Christians have such a wide diversity of opinions about how to handle money? Join Mike Elkin, of St. Luke’s UMM, to learn and apply Financial Wisdom. Valuable financial principles for all ages and financial situations will be offered! MAUNDY THURSDAY/GOOD FRIDAY PRAYER VIGIL | April 13, 8PM–April 14, 8PM • Prayer Chapel & SLC Make a time of prayer part of your Holy Week by participating in the 24-hour Prayer Vigil.Our canvas labyrinth will be available in Fellowship Hall. You will be provided with prayer requests and devotional materials. Sign up in the West Passage today for your time slot.
EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA | April 15 • 9–11AM • Great Hall Celebrate Christ’s resurrection with us as we learn the Easter story together through interactive stations! We’ll search for eggs and visit with the fuzzy guy, too. This is a “you-don’t-want-to-miss-it” event for the whole family! No registration needed.
LAY SERVANT SCHOOL | May 6 • 8AM–3PM • West Newton UMC, Indianapolis Are you looking to polish your leadership skills and learn more about ministry by laity. Discover how you can develop a deeper understanding of and apply your spiritual gifts. Deadline to register: April 27. Email Julie at ce.receptionist@ inumc.org for registration information. EASTER PARKING One way to provide top-notch hospitality to our visitors on Easter is to ensure that there is plenty of parking for them! Buses will run from Spring Mill Elementary to St. Luke’s from 6:30AM–1PM on Easter. If you would like front-door service, we encourage you to take advantage and allow room for our guests that morning.
EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S | stlukesumc.com Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to the St. Luke’s staff? We currently have openings for a Software Systems Specialist, Family Ministries Administrative Assistant, Worship & the Arts Ministry Assistant and Worship Producer.