Joys & Concerns CONDOLENCES Mary Sumners on the death of her son, Talbott Sumners
CONGRATULATIONS Luke & Courtney Livesay on the birth of their son, Everett Porter Livesay
Announcements TAIZÉ WORSHIP SERVICE | Today • 5PM Robertson Chapel Join us for this contemplative worship with prayer, scripture readings and song in the style of the Taizé Community. Gather for the beauty of candles and reflection.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS DVD - SHARE THE JOY! A DVD recording of this year’s candlelight Christmas concert is now available in the Connections Bookstore. For all of you last minute shoppers, this provides a great Christmas gift to share a bit of St. Luke’s with your family and friends at $15!
DECK THE HALLS – DONATE A POINSETTIA! stlukesumc.com Help fill our worship spaces and hallways with vibrant color! For only $10 you can extend visual hospitality to all who join us through the holiday season. Donations may be made in honor or memory of a loved one, and order cards can be found at the Welcome Center or the main office. Today is the final day to order and be listed in the donor list published on Christmas Eve; donors may take a poinsettia home with them following the final Christmas Eve service.
LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE | December 21 • 7PM Robertson Chapel For many people, short winter days and the approaching holidays are not a joyous time. This service, offered on the longest night of the year, is meant to give people who struggle at this time of year a place to have that mood and feeling acknowledged while claiming the hope and help of the Savior born in Bethlehem. Perhaps you know of people who might appreciate an invitation to this service.
SUNDAY NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Rockers, crawlers and walkers – Oh my! Our nursery area is growing and we need extra hands to rock and play with these sweet little ones. If you’re interested in supporting parents through this all-important ministry with a minimum commitment of one worship service per month, contact Natalie Kennedy at kennedyn@stlukesumc.com. She’d love to hear from YOU!
NEW YEAR’S EVE LABYRINTH WALK | December 31 6 - 8PM • Fellowship Hall Welcome the New Year with a time of reflection and gratitude. All are invited to this open labyrinth walk. A hostess will greet you, introduce the labyrinth and answer questions. Please come in through Door #1.
Sunday | December 18, 2016
MAKING CHANGES STICK | January 8 - February 5 Our next sermon series will inspire you to respond to God’s leadings for a new start in 2017. Be sure to join us on the January 8 kick-off and receive a Making Changes Stick Kit that includes a daily journal. Many classes will also be available to start your year off on the right foot! Stop by a Connect Here booth this morning for more information.
NEW YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR | January 8 4–5:15PM • 211 4th–8th graders are invited to visit and join this new musical group. No experience necessary. Contact Gay Talbert at talbertg@stlukesumc.com with questions!
Welcome! We’re Glad You’re Here!
NAPLES, FL – HABITAT FOR HUMANITY January 17 - 20 Come swing a hammer at the Collier County building project, where we will be building a house for a low income family. The only cost for participation will be a freewill donation; participants need to provide their own transportation. Contact Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson at williamsonj@ stlukesumc.com for information.
ST. OLAF CHOIR CONCERT | January 23 • 7:30PM Sanctuary This renowned choir has set the standard for a cappella choral excellence since its founding in 1912. Incorporating a diversity of voices and cultural traditions, this ensemble is bringing its artistry to St. Luke’s on its 2017 tour. Tickets are available online at stolaf.edu/tickets or by calling 800363-5487.
FONDWA, HAITI MISSION TRIP | January 28 – February 4 Join Pastor David Williamson as he works at the St. Antoine School and possibly builds a home with Haitian carpenters for a local family. As always, we will take time to play with and love the children at the Fatima Orphanage and have coffee with neighbors. The cost of $900 includes accommodations, in-country travel, meals & insurance. Registration deadline in January 7. Contact Dave Williamson at williamsond@ stlukesumc.com for more information. EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S | stlukesumc.com Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to the St. Luke’s staff? We currently have an opening for a part-time Facilities Staff Member and a Church Management Systems Administrator.
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Welcome! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
Worship Order Sunday, December 18, 2016 Fourth Sunday of Advent: Purple
DID YOU KNOW?
SCRIPTURE | Matthew 18:1-5
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.
PRELUDE
Celebrate the Joy | David Clydesdale (9:30 & 11AM) O Come | Jeff Cranfill St. Luke’s Orchestra; Robert Zehr, Director
Marti Hunsucker (8:15AM) Ellen Hostetler (11AM) SCRIPTURE | Matthew 1:18-25 (NRSV) Gustanna Moss Chaney (9:30AM)
CONNECT HERE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MESSAGE | Hung With Care Rev. David Williamson (8:15 & 11AM) MESSAGE | God Is with Us Bishop Julius C. Trimble (9:30AM)
To find your way of connecting with classes or small groups at St. Luke’s, stop by our Connect Here booths 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 4th-grade 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.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 6th Grade – 9:30 & 11AM @ The Modge 7th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ Luke’s Lodge; Worship and hang out. Come early for games. Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth
YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee and cookies outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM Contemporary Services. We will not be meeting Christmas or New Year’s mornings.
LEARN MORE Pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog, visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters for more information.
Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
ENTRANCE
Sing We Now of Christmas | Traditional French Carol * LITANY
Leader: Our souls magnify the Lord! People: Our spirits rejoice in God our Savior! Leader: The mighty One has done great things for us! People: Holy is God’s name! Leader: Let us worship God. People: For God is our Maker and our Redeemer; All: From generation to generation God gives mercy.
* GATHERING HYMN The First Noel | No. 245
* LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH
Sara Cobb Leader: Jesus said, “I am the light of the world; the one who follows me will not walk in darkness but have the light of life.” We light these candles as a sign of the coming light of Christ. Leader: Come, Lord Jesus, our light and our salvation. People: Let us walk in the light of the Lord. * SONG OF ADVENT
People, Look East | No. 202, st. 4 * GREETING ONE ANOTHER
ANTHEM
Angels from the Realms of Glory | Dan Forrest New Song; Rebecca Edie, Director
PRAYER TIME AND 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.
OFFERTORY
Celebrate the Joy | David Clydesdale St. Luke’s Orchestra (8:15AM) See Amid the Winter’s Snow | Dan Forrest Chancel Choir (9:30 & 11AM)
* PRAISE TO GOD | Sung to VENI EMMANUEL
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. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel.
* PRAYER OF DEDICATION * CLOSING HYMN
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing | No. 240
* BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
O Come | Jeff Cranfill; St. Luke’s Orchestra
… that Angel Tree …
• Provided gifts to 80 homeless young people at Outreach, Inc. • Provided the food for the Outreach, Inc. Christmas Party • Provided gifts to 23 families at the Dove House. • Provided gifts to 69 Washington Township Families. • Provided vouchers through United Christmas Service for 137 families. • Provided gifts for 147 individuals through Fletcher Place.
… that offering envelopes are available in bundles
of 12 or 52, or any other quantity that you would like? If you’re interested, just stop by the Welcome Centers this morning, and our Welcome Hosts will be happy to help!
… that we have a new edition of our Ministry Catalog? It’s vital to be connected to your church community outside of worship on Sunday morning, and this catalog showcases all the opportunities you’ll find at St. Luke’s this winter and spring. You can pick up a catalog in the Gathering Area behind the Sanctuary or in the West Passage outside of Robertson Chapel this morning.
St. Luke’s at Worship TRADITIONAL 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM • Sanctuary
CONTEMPORARY 9:30 & 11AM • Robertson Chapel
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE 5PM • Today • Robertson Chapel
COMMUNION ELEMENTS are available in the Prayer Chapel between services.
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com
* standing, as able
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Welcome! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
Worship Order Sunday, December 18, 2016 Fourth Sunday of Advent: Purple
DID YOU KNOW?
SCRIPTURE | Matthew 18:1-5
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.
PRELUDE
Celebrate the Joy | David Clydesdale (9:30 & 11AM) O Come | Jeff Cranfill St. Luke’s Orchestra; Robert Zehr, Director
Marti Hunsucker (8:15AM) Ellen Hostetler (11AM) SCRIPTURE | Matthew 1:18-25 (NRSV) Gustanna Moss Chaney (9:30AM)
CONNECT HERE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MESSAGE | Hung With Care Rev. David Williamson (8:15 & 11AM) MESSAGE | God Is with Us Bishop Julius C. Trimble (9:30AM)
To find your way of connecting with classes or small groups at St. Luke’s, stop by our Connect Here booths 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 4th-grade 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.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th - 6th Grade – 9:30 & 11AM @ The Modge 7th - 12th Grade – 9:30AM @ Luke’s Lodge; Worship and hang out. Come early for games. Find more at stlukesumc.com/connect/youth
YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee and cookies outside Robertson Chapel following the 9:30 & 11AM Contemporary Services. We will not be meeting Christmas or New Year’s mornings.
LEARN MORE Pick up a copy of our winter/spring Ministry Catalog, visit stlukesumc.com or subscribe to our e-newsletters for more information.
Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
ENTRANCE
Sing We Now of Christmas | Traditional French Carol * LITANY
Leader: Our souls magnify the Lord! People: Our spirits rejoice in God our Savior! Leader: The mighty One has done great things for us! People: Holy is God’s name! Leader: Let us worship God. People: For God is our Maker and our Redeemer; All: From generation to generation God gives mercy.
* GATHERING HYMN The First Noel | No. 245
* LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH
Sara Cobb Leader: Jesus said, “I am the light of the world; the one who follows me will not walk in darkness but have the light of life.” We light these candles as a sign of the coming light of Christ. Leader: Come, Lord Jesus, our light and our salvation. People: Let us walk in the light of the Lord. * SONG OF ADVENT
People, Look East | No. 202, st. 4 * GREETING ONE ANOTHER
ANTHEM
Angels from the Realms of Glory | Dan Forrest New Song; Rebecca Edie, Director
PRAYER TIME AND 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.
OFFERTORY
Celebrate the Joy | David Clydesdale St. Luke’s Orchestra (8:15AM) See Amid the Winter’s Snow | Dan Forrest Chancel Choir (9:30 & 11AM)
* PRAISE TO GOD | Sung to VENI EMMANUEL
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. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel.
* PRAYER OF DEDICATION * CLOSING HYMN
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing | No. 240
* BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
O Come | Jeff Cranfill; St. Luke’s Orchestra
… that Angel Tree …
• Provided gifts to 80 homeless young people at Outreach, Inc. • Provided the food for the Outreach, Inc. Christmas Party • Provided gifts to 23 families at the Dove House. • Provided gifts to 69 Washington Township Families. • Provided vouchers through United Christmas Service for 137 families. • Provided gifts for 147 individuals through Fletcher Place.
… that offering envelopes are available in bundles
of 12 or 52, or any other quantity that you would like? If you’re interested, just stop by the Welcome Centers this morning, and our Welcome Hosts will be happy to help!
… that we have a new edition of our Ministry Catalog? It’s vital to be connected to your church community outside of worship on Sunday morning, and this catalog showcases all the opportunities you’ll find at St. Luke’s this winter and spring. You can pick up a catalog in the Gathering Area behind the Sanctuary or in the West Passage outside of Robertson Chapel this morning.
St. Luke’s at Worship TRADITIONAL 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM • Sanctuary
CONTEMPORARY 9:30 & 11AM • Robertson Chapel
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE 5PM • Today • Robertson Chapel
COMMUNION ELEMENTS are available in the Prayer Chapel between services.
CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com
* standing, as able
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Joys & Concerns CONDOLENCES Mary Sumners on the death of her son, Talbott Sumners
CONGRATULATIONS Luke & Courtney Livesay on the birth of their son, Everett Porter Livesay
Announcements TAIZÉ WORSHIP SERVICE | Today • 5PM Robertson Chapel Join us for this contemplative worship with prayer, scripture readings and song in the style of the Taizé Community. Gather for the beauty of candles and reflection.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS DVD - SHARE THE JOY! A DVD recording of this year’s candlelight Christmas concert is now available in the Connections Bookstore. For all of you last minute shoppers, this provides a great Christmas gift to share a bit of St. Luke’s with your family and friends at $15!
DECK THE HALLS – DONATE A POINSETTIA! stlukesumc.com Help fill our worship spaces and hallways with vibrant color! For only $10 you can extend visual hospitality to all who join us through the holiday season. Donations may be made in honor or memory of a loved one, and order cards can be found at the Welcome Center or the main office. Today is the final day to order and be listed in the donor list published on Christmas Eve; donors may take a poinsettia home with them following the final Christmas Eve service.
LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE | December 21 • 7PM Robertson Chapel For many people, short winter days and the approaching holidays are not a joyous time. This service, offered on the longest night of the year, is meant to give people who struggle at this time of year a place to have that mood and feeling acknowledged while claiming the hope and help of the Savior born in Bethlehem. Perhaps you know of people who might appreciate an invitation to this service.
SUNDAY NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Rockers, crawlers and walkers – Oh my! Our nursery area is growing and we need extra hands to rock and play with these sweet little ones. If you’re interested in supporting parents through this all-important ministry with a minimum commitment of one worship service per month, contact Natalie Kennedy at kennedyn@stlukesumc.com. She’d love to hear from YOU!
NEW YEAR’S EVE LABYRINTH WALK | December 31 6 - 8PM • Fellowship Hall Welcome the New Year with a time of reflection and gratitude. All are invited to this open labyrinth walk. A hostess will greet you, introduce the labyrinth and answer questions. Please come in through Door #1.
Sunday | December 18, 2016
MAKING CHANGES STICK | January 8 - February 5 Our next sermon series will inspire you to respond to God’s leadings for a new start in 2017. Be sure to join us on the January 8 kick-off and receive a Making Changes Stick Kit that includes a daily journal. Many classes will also be available to start your year off on the right foot! Stop by a Connect Here booth this morning for more information.
NEW YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR | January 8 4–5:15PM • 211 4th–8th graders are invited to visit and join this new musical group. No experience necessary. Contact Gay Talbert at talbertg@stlukesumc.com with questions!
Welcome! We’re Glad You’re Here!
NAPLES, FL – HABITAT FOR HUMANITY January 17 - 20 Come swing a hammer at the Collier County building project, where we will be building a house for a low income family. The only cost for participation will be a freewill donation; participants need to provide their own transportation. Contact Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson at williamsonj@ stlukesumc.com for information.
ST. OLAF CHOIR CONCERT | January 23 • 7:30PM Sanctuary This renowned choir has set the standard for a cappella choral excellence since its founding in 1912. Incorporating a diversity of voices and cultural traditions, this ensemble is bringing its artistry to St. Luke’s on its 2017 tour. Tickets are available online at stolaf.edu/tickets or by calling 800363-5487.
FONDWA, HAITI MISSION TRIP | January 28 – February 4 Join Pastor David Williamson as he works at the St. Antoine School and possibly builds a home with Haitian carpenters for a local family. As always, we will take time to play with and love the children at the Fatima Orphanage and have coffee with neighbors. The cost of $900 includes accommodations, in-country travel, meals & insurance. Registration deadline in January 7. Contact Dave Williamson at williamsond@ stlukesumc.com for more information. EMPLOYMENT AT ST. LUKE’S | stlukesumc.com Looking for a great place to work or know of someone who would be a great addition to the St. Luke’s staff? We currently have an opening for a part-time Facilities Staff Member and a Church Management Systems Administrator.
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