Sunday | April 23, 2017
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 find your way of connecting with classes or small groups at St. Luke’s, stop by our Connect Here booth this morning in the Gathering Area outside of the Sanctuary or in the West Passage outside of Robertson Chapel.
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.
CARING FOR ST. LUKE’S If you are hospitalized, we want to know and care for you. Please call Sylvia Forbes 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 For more information on classes and other activities, pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog and our Summer Supplement; visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters.
WORSHIP ORDER Sunday | April 23, 2017 OPENING SONG Big Yellow Taxi | Joni Mitchell
WELCOME Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
ANNOUNCEMENTS * WORSHIP For The Beauty Of The Earth | Edward Hopkins & Folliott Piermont Cover The Earth | Cindy Ratcliff & Israel Houghton
CALL FOR OFFERING Conviction Of The Heart | Kenny Loggins
SCRIPTURE READING Genesis 1:28-31 (Common English Bible) Nate Montgomery (9:30AM) Sylvia Nicoletti (11AM)
MESSAGE | And then...Harmony Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger * WORSHIP Beautiful Things | Gungor Christ Is Risen | Matt Maher
* BENEDICTION
Announcing:
2017 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT @ST. LUKE’S AUGUST 10-11 save the date!!!
* standing, as able
ANNOUNCEMENTS WORSHIP... CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZE SERVICE | Third Sunday of each month • 5PM Robertson Chapel COMMUNION ELEMENTS The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through door #2 on the south side of the building.
CONNECT… ADULT CLASSES BEGINNING SOON There are a variety of adult classes and small groups beginning now through July. Visit stlukesumc.com for a complete listing or pick up a brochure at the Connect Here booth today! COUNTERING RELIGIOUS EXTREMISM: THE HEALING POWER OF SPRITUAL FRIENDSHIPS | April 25 • 7–8PM • Robertson Chapel Interact with Dr. David Carlson of Franklin College as he reads passages and talks about his most recent book on how people of faith can respond in a time of terrorism. ATTUCKS: THE SCHOOL THAT OPENED THE CITY | April 27 • 7PM • Luke’s Lodge For 42 years, Crispus Attucks was black Indianapolis. Virtually every African American in Indianapolis came of age inside its walls. Join us for the twopart showing of this film where Oscar Robertson, Colin Powell and others help tell the story of a nationally groundbreaking high school. ST. LUKE’S TOUR | April 27, 6:30–7:30PM Do you know where all the secret nooks and crannies are in our building? Are you aware of some of the more interesting facts of our history? Whether you’re new to St. Luke’s or not, meet at the main office and we will explore our facilities and learn more! Mary Katherine Schnitz will be our guide and childcare is available upon request. Register at stlukesumc.com. UMW RUMMAGE SALE | April 28, 6–8PM & April 29, 8AM–2PM • Great Hall Clean out closets and contribute items in good condition April 26–28. Shop during the sale and give new life to a donated item! Volunteer opportunities are also available. Email stlukesrummagesale@gmail.com to volunteer. EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP CLASS | April 30 • 12:15–3:15PM • 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. Register at stlukesumc.com. 4TH GRADE RISES TO MODGE | May 7 • 9AM–12PM Current 4th graders are invited to their very first day in the Modge! Parents will have a meeting in their 4th grade space and then join us in the Modge as we take over the parking lot with games, inflatables and community!
CAMP LUKE | June 12 - 16 • 12:30–5PM • register at stlukesumc.com Summer Splash: 3 year olds–4th graders discover that they were created by God and built for a purpose through our “Maker Fun Factory” theme. The best week of the year! $25 (till 5/30); 9AM–12:15PM. Middle School Mayhem: 5th–7th graders will learn how life is sweeter with Jesus through “The Mayhem Factory”. Recreation, games, snacks, a service project, small groups and more are all included in this week. $85; 9AM–5PM. MAD Camp: 2nd–4th graders; This music, arts & drama camp will focus on “What’s Up Zak?”, a musical encounter with Jesus, with a week-ending performance on Friday afternoon. Contact Gay Talbert at talbertg@ stlukesumc.com with questions. $50; 12:30–5PM. LOST & FOUND All items in our Lost & Found will be donated to the UMW Rummage Sale Wednesday. Items are located on a table outside of the main office this morning if something of yours has gone missing!
SERVE… UMW FOOD DRIVE | April Grab a grocery list from a table in the West Passage today and return bags to the bins at either end of the West Passage by the end of April, filled with the suggested items for local food pantries. BLOOD DRIVE | April 30 • 9AM - 1PM • Great Hall Every 2 seconds, someone in Indiana needs blood and you can save the lives of three people by donating! Bring a picture ID, a list of medications and be sure to drink lots of water for 24 hours prior to your donation. SIERRA LEONE MISSION TRIP MEETING | Today • 10AM–12:30PM • C124 Do you have an education or medical background and would you like to put it to use making a difference in Jan/Feb 2018? Join us for this informational meeting or contact Don Griffith at drdongriffith@aol.com. LAY SERVANT SCHOOL | May 6 • 8AM – 3PM • West Newton UMC, Indianapolis For anyone who is looking to polish their 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 with questions and registration information. CAMERA TECHNICIANS Looking for an opportunity to serve on Sunday mornings? We are looking for several camera techs for the Sanctuary services. Training provided; no experience required. Contact Del Cottrell at cottrelld@stlukesumc.com with questions or to volunteer!
JOYS & CONCERNS BAPTISMS: 9:30 Traditional Boden Michael Davis, son of Bryan and Jennifer Davis Cameron James Zych, son of Stephen and Julianne Zych 11:00 Traditional Finley Emma Brittain, daughter of Lee and Alison Brittain Katie Marshall Robert Wyatt Marshall, son of Bobby and Katie Marshall
CONDOLENCES TO: Jim Conkle on the death of his sister, Suzette Waechter
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. Kim King Rev. David Williamson Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson