St. Luke’s United Methodist Church September 20, 2020
STL God’s Truth in the Lies We Tell Ourselves
order of worship S U N D AY, S E P T E M B E R 2 0 , 2 0 2 0 PRELUDE This Little Light of Mine Carol Dennis, Flute; Michael Conley, Piano
WELCOME Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
ANNOUNCEMENTS LIGHTING of ALTAR CANDLE HYMN Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart | No. 160 (vs. 1, 3, 5)
AFFIRMATION of FAITH A Statement of Faith of the Korean Methodist Church, adpt. 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.
GLORY to GOD 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.
CALL for OFFERING OFFERTORY Jesus Paid It All | Mark Hayes Chancel Choir; Carol Dennis, Flute
SCRIPTURE READING | Luke 5:1-11 Maria Blake
MESSAGE Fake News: I’m Unworthy Rev. Rob Fuquay
CLOSING SONG Beautiful Things Lauren Walawender, vocalist; Matt Branic, soloist; Matthew Trefethen, Cello, Jeff Rogers, Guitar
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.
joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO: Jerry Hyland and family on the death of his wife Sue Hyland
announcements WORSHIP…
LUKE’S on the LOT | Thursdays – October • 6:30 – 7:15PM Join us for another outdoor worship service in the back of the parking lot, near door #16. Bring a lawn chair and mask for this socially distanced service. Enter through our main entrance or Holliday Drive and be sure to register at stlukesumc.com/event/426 so that we can prepare for your arrival! DRIVE-IN COMMUNION | October 4 • 2-3PM Receive communion and prayer with a pastor in the St. Luke’s parking lot on World Communion Sunday. Come anytime during this hour to receive sealed elements, or bring your own bread and juice. We look forward to seeing you!
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 pastors. Join us on the Watch Live page of our website. FAITH in the BALLOT BOX Mondays through Sept. 28 • 6:30-8PM • Zoom How do faith and civic engagement intersect? Does it really matter if we vote? How can we be anchored in our faith and active in our communities? Join Pastors Nicole and Mindie for a special 3-week class to explore these questions through Scripture and more! Register at stlukesumc.com/event/425.
DIVORCE CARE | Through 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. ONLINE EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Sept. 23 • 7 – 8:30PM • Zoom Learn more about St. Luke’s and the greater United Methodist Church while exploring the development of your faith and discovering service opportunities. The process for formally joining St. Luke’s will be discussed so that you can decide what your next steps look like. Register at stlukesumc.com/event/421. ONLINE STARTING POINT | Sept. 24 • 7 – 7:30PM • Zoom For anyone new to St. Luke’s - you will get a quick orientation, have your questions answered and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within this church. Register at stlukesumc. com/event/420 to receive your Zoom link.
THE NEXT QUESTION DISCUSSION GROUP
2nd and 4th Thursdays, through Nov. 12 • 6:30 – 8PM Engage in conversations on racial justice in this 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 others 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. MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION IMPOSSIBLE NIGHT
Sept. 25 • 7 – 8:30PM • Luke’s Lodge Parking Lot Crazy team-building games will take over St. Luke’s, so dress in all black for this covert operation! Pre-packaged snacks and water will be available. We are limited to 50 participants, so register soon at stlukesumc.com/event/434. Students will wear masks at all times with frequent handwashing encouraged at our outdoor sink. This is a low-contact event that will take place completely outside, with restrooms available inside.
3RD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION & FIELD DAY
Sept. 26 • 10AM – 2:30PM Our presentation will be socially distanced, with masks required outside Door #1 from 10 - 10:45AM. After the Presentation, Bible Field Day will begin under the tent. Children will learn how to use their new Bibles! Be sure to register your 3rd grader at stlukesumc. com/event/436. If you can’t make the event, but would like a Bible, email Kimberly at boesingk@stlukesumc.com. PET BLESSING | Sept. 27 • 4 – 5PM • Tent – near The Modge Any and all pets and human friends welcome - with social distancing and masks required! Treats and blessing cards will be available and your pet will receive a blessing in the form of hands-on love from a pastor. There will also be a special time to remember those beloved pets who have passed away this past year. PUMPKIN FEST | Oct. 3 • 4 – 6PM • Tent Fall fun for the whole family! Visit our pumpkin patch, enjoy socially distanced crafts and games and grab dinner from a food truck. Bring your own chair and don’t forget your mask. We will also have handwashing stations available for the safest fun possible! Space is limited so be sure to register at stlukesumc.com/event/417.
GO in service to others… BRIDGES out of POVERTY CLASS Sundays, Sept. 27 - Oct. 25 • 3-5PM Outreach Ministry invites you to this 5 week online class to help you understand life in poverty. Join us if you serve in the community and want a deeper understanding of the challenges and strengths of poverty. Questions? Contact Andrea Leadford at leadforda@ stlukesumc.com. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/event/438. PRAYER TEAM An amazing transformation takes place when our families, community, and church are lifted up in prayer. If you would like to join others in our community who intercede, weekly, on behalf of the St. Luke’s community who need God’s presence and healing, contact Brandon Hale at haleb@stlukesumc.com to receive a weekly list of prayer requests.