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AUGUST 23, 2020
order of worship S U N D AY, A U G U S T 2 3 , 2 0 2 0 PRELUDE
Michael Conley, Piano
WELCOME
Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
LIGHTING of ALTAR CANDLE HYMN
Behold a Broken World | No. 426 (vs. 1, 4–6)
RESPONSIVE ACT
OPEN STATEMENT, AUGUST 2020 At St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, we are an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ – regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or socioeconomic background. We work to ensure that our congregation and its leadership represent the community in which we are located. We are dedicated to including women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ persons as staff and in positions of leadership and decision making. We renounce the way religion has been used throughout history to support racism, war, discrimination, genocide, violence and poverty, and we pledge to rid ourselves of the conscious and unconscious biases when sacred stories are used to uphold injustice. We are particularly sensitive to the issues facing our brothers and sisters of color and LGBTQ+ individuals, both within the United Methodist Church and in the general society. We pledge to be leaders in eradicating racism and discrimination. You are invited to join us. As John Wesley said, “Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may. Herein all the children of God may unite, notwithstanding these smaller differences.”
PRAYER TIME & THE LORD’S PRAYER
Dr. Regina Proctor 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
Roll Down, Justice | Mark Miller Chancel Choir Ensemble
SCRIPTURE READING
John 2:13-17 and Mark 11:15-18 Michael Saahir, Imam, Nur-Allah Islamic Center
MESSAGE
Justice or Just Us? Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
CLOSING SONG
His Eye Is on the Sparrow | arr. Mark Hayes Heather Lake, Vocalist
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 GROW in your faith… ANCHORPOINT Our Sunday morning Bible Study is streamed each week at 8:45AM, 12:15, 3:15 and 6:15PM and is led by various members of our clergy team. Join us on the Watch Live page of our website. FALL LAUNCH – ADULT DISCIPLESHIP Fall classes launch August 23, so consider a Disciple Bible Study – a class that digs deep into the Bible, a class that focuses on a specific book, like White Fragility, or connecting with a class that rotates topics throughout the year. Most classes will meet on Zoom to stay safe AND connected. Facebook Live launches are scheduled for classes as well. Now is the perfect time to connect and grow with your St. Luke’s family, so email questions to Kaylee Vida at vidak@ stlukesumc.com for more information or find the right fit for you at stlukesumc.com/connect/adults/groups.
THE NEXT QUESTION DISCUSSION GROUP
2nd and 4th Thursdays, through Nov. 12 • 6:30 – 8PM Engage in conversations on racial justice by joining us for a video web series that engages leaders, activists and thinkers to imagine an expansive racial justice. Hosts Austin Channing Brown, Chi Chi Okwu and Jenny Booth Potter are joined by incredible contributors like Brené Brown, Nikole Hannah-Jones and Andre Henry. Register at stlukesumc.com/lukesonline for the Zoom link and the video to watch before class. BROADWAY AND THE CHURCH – CONCERT
August 24 • 7 – 7:45PM • Online Tune in for a joy-filled trip down Broadway! This concert features the musical talents of Michael Conley, Matt Bays, Carolyn Scanlan, Brent Wright, Katy McCord, Leigh Ann Stadt, Sheri Dubois and Lauren Walawender with music from Godspell, Phantom of the Opera and so much more! Enjoy all of this from the comfort of your home! Head to the Watch Live page of our website at stlukesumc.com/worship/ watch-live and click on “Special Events” or watch on Facebook Live.
GRIEFSHARE | August 26 • 3:30 – 5PM • Zoom A loving support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. This 13-week class includes videos, discussion and a workbook. Cost is $15, with scholarships available by contacting Laura Marine at marinel@stlukesumc.com. Register at griefshare.org/ groups/124600 to receive the Zoom link. STARTING POINT | August 27 • 7:30 – 8PM • Zoom Starting Point is a casual conversation with members of the church and an opportunity to learn more about St. Luke’s; ask questions and discover next steps. Register at stlukesumc.com/event/390. You’ll be sent a link to join our Zoom meeting. MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CARNIVAL
August 28 • 7 – 8:30PM • Parking Lot Calling all 5-8 graders! Join us for unlimited snow cones, fun carnival games, light water activities (bring a towel for water balloons) and a dunk tank. Masks are a must as well as hand washing and sanitizing between games. This event is limited to 50 participants, so sign up now at stlukesumc.com to reserve your spot! AT-HOME CRAFT KIT Our Children’s Ministry is creating craft kits for our monthly Bible stories. These free kits include needed supplies and directions for two crafts for preschool and elementary age groups. Reserve a kit at bit.ly/stlukeskids. Pick up your kits near the playground on 9/12 from 10-11AM. DIVORCE CARE | Sept. 14 - Dec. 14 • 6:30 – 8PM • Zoom While divorce is always hard, the pandemic may make it even more difficult. We want to be there for you during this difficult time. Consider joining our online DivorceCare on Mondays this fall. There is no registration fee; only a $15 fee (plus S&H) for the purchase of the workbook when you register directly with DivorceCare. Register at divorcecare.org/groups/124195. Questions? Email Kevin Davis at davisk@stlukesumc.com.
COLLEGE+ CARE PACKAGES We send care packages and mailings to our college-age students or graduates (18-22 years) to let them know we care for them. Let us know if your son or daughter would like to be included by registering them at stlukesumc.com/registration/CCP2020. PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION Enrollment is open for this fall’s Early Childhood Program for children who will be 10 months through age 5 prior to August 1, 2020. Call the ECP office at 317-844-3399 to request a registration packet or find paperwork at stlukesumc.com, at the bottom of our landing page. Email Carol Whitsitt with questions at whitsittc@stlukesecp.com.
GO in service to others… POVERTY SIMULATION | August 26, 6 – 8PM • Great Hall Participate in this learning experience on how to survive in poverty – an excellent way to gain a better understanding of underserved members of our community. If you have experienced a simulation in the past, we invite you to assist as a volunteer. Please contact Andrea Leadford at leadforda@stlukesumc.com for more information. 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.