Sunday | April 30, 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 There will be NO YOUTH MINISTRY today because all of 5th-12th grade will be in the Sanctuary for Confirmation at 9:30 & 11AM.
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 30, 2017 OPENING SONG WELCOME | Rev. Kim King * WORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL FOR OFFERING SCRIPTURE READING | Matthew 13:1-9 Cathy Bryant | (9:30AM) Katya Stebbins | (11AM) MESSAGE | Rev. David Williamson * WORSHIP * BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
Announcing:
2017 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT @ST. LUKE’S AUGUST 10-11 save the date!!!
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CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ 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.
MINISTRY SUNDAY | May 7 Join us in worship next Sunday as we celebrate Pastor Rob Fuquay’s 30 years in ministry!
CONNECT… EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP CLASS | Today • 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. Register at stlukesumc.com.
ADULT CLASSES BEGINNING NOW There are a variety of adult classes and small groups beginning now through July. Consider joining a group for discussions on The Shack, Inhabiting Eden or Christianity’s Family Tree, as well as groups on forgiveness, prayer, authentic manhood and many more! Visit stlukesumc.com for a complete listing or pick up a brochure at the Connect Here booth today!
4TH GRADE RISES TO MODGE | May 7 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!
SOWERS PLANT SALE | May 7 Come to the west passage next Sunday to select plants that you know will grow, as they come from our personal gardens. Priced well below retail; all proceeds go toward maintaining the church gardens.
CHURCH TOUR | May 9 • 6:30–7:30PM • Main Office Did you know that St Luke’s has a small prayer chapel? Do you know the meaning of the various stained glass windows in the building? Join others to explore our facility and learn a bit of our history as well. Childcare available upon request. Register at stlukesumc.com.
OILS OF THE BIBLE SPIRITUAL SPA | May 13 • 9AM–12PM • Luke’s Lodge St. Luke’s ladies and guests are invited to learn the importance of ancient oils, anointing with oils and guided meditations. Please sign up in the West Passage today!
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | August 10 & 11 • 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 to apply immediately. Registration details coming soon. Mark your calendars now!
CAMP LUKE | June 12–16 • register at stlukesumc.com Today is Sign Up Sunday for volunteering with children of all ages during Camp Luke. Crew leaders, administrative help the week before, decorating, clean up and snacks are all areas where you can put your serving skills to use. Find us in the Gathering Area or outside of Robertson Chapel after each service!
SING WITH SANDI PATTY | Thursdays beginning June 8 • 7:30– 9PM • Choir room The Chancel Choir welcomes guest singers to join in a concert with recording artist Sandi Patty. Previous choral experience helpful. 5 mandatory rehearsals, beginning June 8, leading to the June 24 performance at St. Luke’s. Contact Mark Squire by 5/25, at squirem@ stlukesumc.com for more information or to participate.
SERVE… BLOOD DRIVE | Today • 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 and a list of medications to the Great Hall.
SIERRA LEONE MISSION TRIP Do you have an education or medical background and would you like to put it to use making a difference in Jan/Feb 2018? Contact Don Griffith at drdongriffith@aol.com for more 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 CONGRATULATIONS TO: Jennifer Shuck and Jordan Mills on their marriage, April 29.
ST. LUKE’S AT WORSHIP TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM Robertson Chapel 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 Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. Kim King Rev. David Williamson Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson