S U N D AY | O C TO B E R 1, 2017
Welcome! WE’RE GLAD
YOU ARE HERE!
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 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 3rdgrade 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 & cookies outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM services.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 8th Grade – Great Hall at 9:30. Students break out to the Modge (5th&6th), Great Hall (7th) and C124 (8th). 9th - 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 Fall Ministry catalog, visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters.
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com | 317-846-3404 | info@stlukesumc.com
PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. David Williamson Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson
order of worship S U N D A Y, O C T O B E R 1 , 2 0 1 7
PRELUDE Voluntary in B-Flat Major | G.F. Handel Charles Manning, Organ O God, Our Help in Ages Past | Lee Afdahl Wesleyan Ringers; Barbara Hobbs, Director
* HYMN I Come With Joy (Communion theme) | No. 617 (sts. 1, 2, 3, 4)
* OPENING PRAYER Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson All: Gracious and loving God, we gather this morning to celebrate you, and the fellowship you have established around the world – your family gathered at table, remembering your grace and welcome to all. Thank you for the greatness of your love, and for the opportunity and potential of your church poured out in service with Jesus! Even this morning, unite us, empower us, be glorified through us, in Jesus’ name!
* OUR SONG CONTINUES* GREETING ONE ANOTHER
Come to the table of grace. Come to the table of grace. This is God’s table; it’s not yours or mine. Come to the table of grace.
PASTORAL PRAYER & 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.
ANTHEM Rise Up, O Saints of God! | arr. Ovid Young Ken Knowles & Gary Dyer, vocalists (8:15AM) O Praise the Gracious Power | Lloyd Larson Chancel Choir & Congregation (9:30 & 11AM)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
* standing, as able
OFFERTORY Offertory | John Ness Beck, arr. John Muschick Wesleyan Ringers; Barbara Hobbs, Director
* 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.
* PRAYER of DEDICATION CALL for ILLUMINATION
Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
We come broken. This is a story of hope. We come fearful. This is a story of peace. We come cynical. This is a story of liberation. We come empty. Listen for the story of life.
SCRIPTURE READING | Mark 14:17-25 NIV Karen Hobson (8:15AM) Susan Loomis (9:30AM) Janet Anderson (11AM)
SERMON | [re] FORM: Taking a Stand Rev. Rob Fuquay (8:15 & 9:30AM) Rev. David Williamson (11AM)
SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION 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 Let Us Break Bread Together | No. 618 (sts. 1, 2) The Church of Christ, In Every Age | No. 589 (sung to CANONBURY) Let Us Break Bread Together | No. 618 (st. 3) Yes, Lord, Yes | Words on screen I Then Shall Live | Words on screen Once to Every Man and Nation | Words on screen
* BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Organ Chorale | William J. McGrath Charles Manning, Organ
joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO: Lynn and Julie Black on the death of his father, Marion (Bud) Black Arlene Coleman and family on the death of her mother, Orma Ree Coleman Bill and David Murphy on the death of their mother, Frances Murphy Larry Tomey and family on the death of his daughter, Laura Rychlik
CONGRATULATIONS TO: Don and Marguerite Moehn celebrating their 68th wedding anniversary today Krysten Campbell and Chris Sanchez on their marriage September 24 Hazel O’Dell on her 100th birthday today
announcements WORSHIP...
TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM • Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM • Robertson Chapel CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | Third Sunday • 5PM • Robertson Chapel COMMUNION ELEMENTS The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through the exterior door just west of the main entrance, on the south side of the building. If you know of someone in a healthcare facility or homebound who would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
CONNECT… NEW ADULT CLASSES Café Conversations book study on “God’s Echo” by Sandy Sasso begins 10/4; Sundays Book Study on “Take the Flag” by Rev. Rob Fuquay; Wednesday Night Class Which Way, Lord? by Rev. Rob Fuquay begins 10/11. See the fall catalog for full listings.
SCREENAGERS | Tomorrow • 6:30 – 8:15PM • Robertson Chapel This award-winning documentary explores struggles over social media, video games and internet addiction. Gain surprising insights and learn solutions on how to empower kids to best navigate the digital world. Be sure to register at stlukesumc.com.
CARRIE NEWCOMER AND PARKER PALMER | October 6 • 8PM •
Sanctuary This concert, What We Need is Here: Hope, Hard Times and the Human Possibility, is designed to encourage a new kind of conversation – one that bridges our divides and helps restore civic community. Tickets - $30; available in the main office or at stlukesumc. com. Gary Walters will accompany Carrie.
MEN’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST | October 7 • 8 – 9:30AM • Parlor Join a monthly gathering of leaders for food and conversation. Each month includes breakfast, a devotional and conversation on living on purpose today! No registration needed.
STARTING POINT | October 8 • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115 For those new to St. Luke’s, gain an orientation to our church in 30 minutes and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within St. Luke’s. Childcare available upon request.
EMOTIONAL COACHING – THE HEART OF PARENTING | October
12 or 19 • 6 – 8:30PM • Clubhouse Understand the importance of emotional intelligence for your child. Learn the five steps of emotion coaching with children of any age. This evidence-based parenting workshop focuses on what is at the heart of successful parenting.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP | October 15, 12:15 – 3:15PM or Oct. 18 & 25, 6:15 –
7:30PM • 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. Lunch provided.
MOXIE MATTERS TOUR | October 27 • 2 and 7PM New York Times best-selling author Jen Hatmaker and Dove Award winner Nichole Nordeman will make you laugh and cry and remind us that every part of our journey leads to a bigger, beautiful story. Discount tickets available at itickets.com with discount password MMHOST, for $24. Limited number available.
SERVE… UMW FOOD DRIVE | October This semi-annual food drive supports several local food pantries! Pick up a grocery bag in the West Passage and fill it with items listed. Bags can be returned to the church any time before October 31 and placed in the wooden bins in the West Passage. Contact Rachel Blacker at Rachel_a_blacker@yahoo.com if you can volunteer to deliver items to the pantries during the month.
PUMPKIN SALES FUNDRAISER | October • Front parking lot It’s time to buy your great pumpkin! A variety of pumpkins and gourds are available as a fundraiser for youth mission trips. Consider buying your fall decorations where your money is going to a great cause!
LIVE NATIVITY SIGN UPS | October 4 This Wednesday at noon, all Live Nativity sign ups go live on stlukesumc.com. Spots fill quickly, so don’t delay. Email Patrice Smith at smithp@stlukesumc.com with questions.
BLOOD DRIVE | October 8 • Great Hall The Indiana Blood Center needs to see 550 people every day in order to meet patients’ needs at hospitals across the state. By giving less than an hour of your time, and rolling up your sleeve, you can help make that happen. Ensure a stable blood supply by raising your sleeve.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY | October 12 – November 18 Join the effort to build a new home for Kinyatta and her three children in the Crooked Creek area. Shifts available Fridays – Sundays, with the dedication on November 18. Sign up today in the West Passage and be sure to leave your hand print.
FONDWA TRIP | November 11 – 18 Join Pastor Jamalyn on this relational trip; you will work with Haitian workers to build a home and a cottage at the orphanage, and take school photos. Contact her at williamsonj@stlukesumc.com with questions.
EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to our staff? We currently have openings for a half-time Administrative Assistant in Children’s Ministry, a Children’s and Family Director of Ministries and a half-time Preteen Ministry Associate Director. Job descriptions can be found at stlukesumc.com.