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order of worship S U N D AY, A P R I L 1 9, 2 0 2 0 CANDLE LIGHTING WELCOME Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
WORSHIP Great Is Thy Faithfulness | No. 140 Dr. Jeff Rogers, vocalist
RESPONSIVE PRAISE Matt Bays Leader: Lord, many of us feel overwhelmed with grief as we navigate these dark waters that are upon us. But we take comfort in knowing that your compassion will not fail us. People: Great is thy faithfulness, O God. Thank You for helping us experience your new mercies and love, as we greet each day. Leader: Lord, many of us are full of fear for our world, community, neighborhood, friends, family and ourselves. But we believe that you will walk beside us. People: Great is thy faithfulness, O God. Thank You for giving us strength to rise to the challenge of each new day. Leader: Lord, many of us are anxious because we cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel. Would you calm our minds, so that we find peace in your presence? People: Great is thy faithfulness, O God. Thank You for guiding us to truly feel bright hope for tomorrow. Together we can do this, because You are always with us.
WORSHIP It Is Well | Kristene DiMarco Katy Gentry, vocalist
PRAYER TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER Mindie Moore 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 CALL for OFFERING Because He Lives | Matt Maher Matt Bays, vocalist If you would like to give your offering electronically, text STLUKESUMC to 77977 or click the “$” in the top right corner of the website: stlukesumc.com
SCRIPTURE READING | John 21:1-6 Kory Bickel
MESSAGE | A New Normal Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
CLOSING HYMN Because He Lives | No. 364 Dr. Jeff Rogers, vocalist
BENEDICTION
joys & concerns CONGRATULATIONS TO: Tony and Krysten Schmidt and family on the April 10 birth of their daughter, Madelynn Beth Schmidt CONDOLENCES TO: Lynn Daniel and family on the death of his wife, Helen Daniel Family and friends on the death of Ann Patten Denny Armington on the death of his wife, Sandy Armington Virginia Metsger on the death of her son, Patrick Switzer Jolie Hackworth on the death of her son, John Hackworth Frank Neese on the death of his wife, Sharon Neese Jim and Jill Morrow and family on the loss of his brother-inlaw, Roger Chain
If you need help we are just a click or phone call away! Outreach Hotline: Our Outreach Team has opened a new Benevolence Hotline that can be reached Monday - Friday at 317-749-2129. They can also be reached at outreach@stlukesumc.com. Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline: If you would like to speak with someone from our Care Team during this stressful time, please call 317-643-2293 between 8:30AM and 5PM, Monday - Friday.
announcements WORSHIP ONLINE WORSHIP Our online worship services can be seen at 9:30 & 11AM and 4 & 7PM to give a variety of options and ensure no internet interruptions for viewers. Beginning next week, you will not only be able to choose your favorite time, but your favorite worship style, as we begin streaming both traditional and contemporary services at all four times.
GROW in your faith… More information on all of these opportunities can be found at Luke’s Online ANCHORPOINT | Today Pastor Rob spoke with Governor Eric Holcomb in a zoom interview this past week which will be shown in today’s AnchorPoint. You can see it live-streamed today at 8:45AM, 12:15, 3:15 and 6:15PM. ONLINE SERMON DISCUSSION GROUPS If you haven’t connected to a group at St. Luke’s yet, this is a great time to try it out! This is also a great time to stay connected with each other. If you are not in a group, join Pastor Jevon Caldwell-Gross on Wednesdays at 6:15PM to discuss the previous Sunday’s sermon. Interested or have questions? Email Mindie Moore at moorem@stlukesumc. com and receive the Zoom Link. THE WELL Pastor Nicole leads The Well, an online faith community for women that meets via Facebook Live Thursday nights at 9PM. PASTOR’S BOOK STUDY Led by Mindie Moore April 13 – May 20 on the book, Miracles and Other Reasonable Things by Sarah Bessey. Watch on our Watch Live page at stlukesumc.com.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL | June 8 – 12 • 9 – 12:15PM Join us on the Rocky Railway to be reminded of how Jesus’ power always pulls us through! $25 per child/$75 max per family. Price increases 4/13. Ages 3 (by 9/1/19 and potty trained) through current 4th graders. Early drop-off available. Details and registration at stlukesumc.com. M.A.D. CAMP | June 8 – 12 • 12:30 – 5PM If your current 1st – 8th graders love music, the arts or drama, save the date for this camp immediately following VBS. We will work on a musical to perform for you on Friday afternoon. More details and registration info at stlukesumc.com. LANDS OF THE BIBLE PILGRIMAGE | May 10 – 23, 2021 Travel with Pastor Rob and Susan to follow in the footsteps of Jesus in Israel and the Apostle Paul in Greece. For full information, contact Bob Zehr at rdzehr@traveltoremember.net.
GO in service to others… SEW IN LOVE With a critical shortage of surgical masks for healthcare workers, use your gift of sewing by constructing surgical masks for these heroes. St. Luke’s Caring Cars Ministry will pick up homemade masks and deliver to hospitals and nursing homes in the Indianapolis area. Contact us at caringcars@stlukesumc. com to have your masks picked up. To watch a video of how to make the masks, go to our Luke’s Online website page. P.E.W. MINISTRY We gather in pews and you may be missing that connection and feeling anxious and lonely. This new ministry recognizes the central role the church plays in our lives and creates a virtual place of connection to promote emotional wellness. Offered in groups on Zoom or individually, these online gatherings help us connect, share and be cared for in a virtual pew. To learn more, email outreach@stukesumc.com.
VIRTUAL TUTORING All Indiana K-5 schools have moved to E-learning for this school year. Families are struggling to keep up with their work and new homeschool responsibilities. If you are passionate about education, join us to assist students with e-learning via Zoom meetings. To learn more, contact outreach@stlukesumc.com. HOMEBOUND HELPERS If you love to shop, this opportunity is for you! We are putting together a team to shop for groceries and medications for St. Lukers who can’t leave their homes. To serve you must be under 55. Please email outreach@stlukesumc.com for more information and to volunteer. Be sure to reach out to us as well if you need groceries, prescriptions or other items delivered to you. We have volunteers ready to help! SIGNED, SEALED AND DELIVERED Do you have a gift for writing notes? We’re beginning an effort to reach out and keep in touch with seniors and others in our community who are homebound. If this sounds like you and you’d like more information, email outreach@stlukesumc. com. HOW TO HELP For the most up-to-date list of opportunities click on Luke’s Online on our website.