june 21, 2020
order of worship S U N D AY, J U N E 2 1 , 2 0 2 0 PRELUDE
This is My Father’s World | No. 144 Chancel Choir (from September 2019)
WELCOME
Rev. Rob Fuquay
CALL to WORSHIP LIGHTING of ALTAR CANDLE HYMN
This is My Father’s World | No. 144, vs. 1–3
AFFIRMATION of FAITH
A Statement of Faith of the Korean Methodist Church, adpt. Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love. We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example and Redeemer, the Savior of the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort and for strength. We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer and in grace equal to every need. We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice. We believe in the Church as the fellowship, for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord. We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness and in the life everlasting. Amen.
GLORIA PATRI 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 CALL for OFFERING OFFERTORY
Father’s Day Video: Tell Them Now
SCRIPTURE READING | 2 Kings 6:8-23 John, Charlotte & Lydia Kouns
MESSAGE
Faith, Don’t Fail Me Now: Seeing Beyond Our Fear Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
CLOSING SONG BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
Michael Conley, Organ
Outreach Hotline: Our Benevolence Hotline can be reached Monday – Friday at 317-749-2129 or at outreach@stlukesumc.com. Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline: If you would like to speak with someone from our Care Team, please call 317-643-2293 between 8:30AM and 5PM, Monday – Friday.
announcements WORSHIP ONLINE WORSHIP Online worship services can be seen at 9:30 & 11AM and 4 & 7PM. Choose your style of worship, either traditional or contemporary, as well. And be sure to invite others to join you! ONLINE WORSHIP CHAT FEATURE As part of our next normal, we have launched a new online platform that allows for a chat feature in our contemporary services. This technology allows us to create community with others in our church, our city and around the world. DRIVE-IN COMMUNION | July 5 • 2 - 3PM Come and enjoy communion in the parking lot. Pastors in masks and gloves will provide a blessing along with pre-filled communion cups or feel free to bring your own communion elements to be blessed by one of our clergy.
GROW in your faith… ANCHORPOINT | Today Our Sunday morning Bible Study is streamed each week at 8:45AM and 12:15, 3:15 and 6:15PM. Join us on our Watch Live page of the website . STARTING POINT Starting Point is a casual conversation with members of the church as an opportunity to learn more about St. Luke’s, ask questions and discover next steps. Choose one of the following dates and times: • Thursday, June 25, 7:30 – 8PM • Sunday, July 12, 1 – 1:30PM • Thursday, July 30, 7 – 7:30PM Register for the session of your choice at stlukesumc.com/ registration/. You’ll be sent a link to join our Zoom meeting. BECOMING AN ANTI-RACIST ONE DAY AT A TIME Transform yourself and the world by taking an anti-racist step every day. Find very doable steps, some take as little as 5 minutes, on the St. Luke’s Facebook page and the St. Luke’s website under Luke’s Online/Adult Discipleship/Becoming an Anti-Racist Resources.
PASTOR’S BOOK STUDY Join us on Wednesdays at 10AM through July 1 as we discuss different topics and are led by a rotation of pastors. Pastor’s Book Study is always open to all, and now is a great time to join! Head to our Luke’s Online page where you’ll find a link to join us. WEDNESDAY NIGHT THEOLOGY TALK Through June 24 • 6:15 – 7:30PM Whether you’re brand new to St. Luke’s or have been here for years, this conversation is open for all to discuss different elements of life and faith with St. Luke’s pastors and occasional special guests. Join once or weekly - each session stands on its own. Details and registration can be found on our Luke’s Online website page. RICHARD ROHR ON VIDEO Wednesdays through June 24 • 6:30 – 8PM Learn about this 21st century Catholic theologian’s views on progressive Christianity. Expect a video presentation and an opportunity to discuss a variety of topics. Register at stlukesumc. com to receive the Zoom link. THE WELL | Thursdays • 9PM • Facebook Live Next week we kick off our new series Footprints: Finding God’s presence in conversations on race. We will respond toPastor Mindie’s book study on I’m still Here. We will share in unfiltered and unscripted conversations on faith, race and sisterhood – trusting that God‘s footprints will be seen in the midst. THE NEXT QUESTION WORKSHOP: A Starting Guide to Becoming an Anti-Racist Family | June 28 • 1PM • Facebook Live We all want to do our best to love our children and teach them to show God’s love, so let’s start the conversation about race and racism. Register yourself for the online workshop and register your children for an age-specific book with activities for your family. In the workshop we will dive into scripture, ask questions, watch a video and discuss what God calls us to do. Save the date for Workshop 2 on July 12. Register at stlukesumc.com.
WALKING THE MEDICARE MAZE | June 29 • 6:30 – 8PM Medicare A, B, or D, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement. Hear an unbiased overview with no specific plans or carriers highlighted and no sales. Presenter: Jim Chesterfield, who became an employee benefit professional after 25 years of buying, implementing and managing benefit programs. Register at stlukesumc.com to receive your Zoom link. EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM St. Luke’s ECP has openings for students 10 months (by 9/1/20) through 5 years of age. Paperwork available at stlukesumc.com/ early-childhood-program. Contact Carol Whitsitt, whitsittc@ stlukesecp.com or Julie Tomaszewski, juliet@stlukesecp.com for more information. Teaching positions available in our 3 and 4 year old classes. Contact Carol Whitsitt for more information. REV-ELATIONS If you don’t receive Pastor Rob’s Friday email, email Marsha Thompson at thompsonm@stlukesumc.com to be added to the distribution list and be kept up to date on all things St. Luke’s!
GO in service to others… FAMILY FUN NIGHTS | Fridays through August • 5PM Deliver a Chef Joseph-prepared hot meal and family activity to foodinsecure neighbors in Washington Township. Provide an opportunity for family togetherness, hope and the love of Jesus to our neighbors. Join our delivery fleet on our Luke’s Online website page. P.E.W. MINISTRY You may be missing our Sunday connection, feeling anxious and lonely. This ministry recognizes 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@ stlukesumc.com. HOMEBOUND HELPERS If you need help shopping for groceries, prescriptions or other items, please let us know! We have a team of volunteers ready and willing to run errands for you. Email outreach@stlukesumc.com or call 317749-2129 and let us know how we can help!