St. Luke's UMC, Indy, Good Friday Bulletin

3.27.2022

GOOD FRIDAY

CONNECTION CENTERS OUTSIDE THE SANCTUARY & ROBERTSON CHAPEL Stop by the Connection Centers to get your questions answered, sign up for groups, serving opportunities, and events, and learn about ways to connect here.

RESTLESS CHILD AREAS GATHERING AREA (LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY) & CENTRAL PASSAGE NURSING MOTHER’S AREA E126 (EAST PASSAGE) Enjoy our live services in these spaces if you’d like to nurse in private and/or if your child needs a break during worship.

EASTER AT ST. LUKE’S EASTER SUNDAY SUNRISE (CHAPEL) | 7AM TRADITIONAL (SANCTUARY & ONLINE) | 9:30AM, 11AM CONTEMPORARY (CHAPEL & ONLINE) | 9:30AM, 11AM Join us as we celebrate the good news of our victory through Jesus. This year, for every NEW person who registers and attends online or in-person, we’ll donate $5 to Freedom School in their name. Kids programming is also available at 9:30 & 11AM for ages infant-4th grade. While walk-ins are always welcome, we do ask that you register in advance so we can ensure we provide everyone who attends with an excellent Easter experience. There's still time to register at stlukesumc.com/easter.

SPONSOR AN EASTER LILY Sponsor an Easter lily in honor or memory of a loved one for Easter Sunday. Enter the name of your loved one and it will be included in our dedication list that will be published online. We recommend a $10 donation for each lily sponsored, to offset the cost of the lilies. Register at stlukesumc.com/easter.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS APRIL 4-18 • DURING CHURCH HOURS The Stations of the Cross offers the opportunity to take the journey Jesus took from when he went before Pilate until his resurrection. There are 15 Stations, each has a scripture reference, a meditation and a suggestion for an action. A booklet will be provided at the Welcome Station inside door #6. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/ easter.

YOU BELONG HERE We are an open, affirming, inclusive, antiracist United Methodist church located in Indianapolis, broadcasting to over 39 countries on a weekly basis! No matter who you are or what your story is, we welcome you with unconditional love - exactly how Jesus does. Whether you’re a longtime churchgoer, someone in the midst of deconstructing their faith, or an individual exploring this whole Jesus thing for the first time, we are excited to have you join us. Because of this, expect to see diversity at St. Luke's - in age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and life experience.

YOUR NEXT STEP STARTING POINT IN-PERSON: APRIL 24 AFTER SERVICES | ONLINE: MAY 5 AT 7PM Starting Point is the first step we want you to take at St. Luke's. This casual 30-minute class is designed for those who are new(er) to St. Luke’s. Gain an orientation to St. Luke’s and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within the church. It’s also a great way to meet others who are new and find community! Learn more and sign up at slukesumc.com/nextsteps.

GIVE TO THE MISSION

At St. Luke’s we recognize everything we have comes from God, and we are simply sharing these gifts to grow His kingdom. Through tithes and offerings, we are able to show in a tangible way our love for God and our community. When you choose to give to support the ministries of St. Luke's, you are giving to life transformation, inclusive ministry work, local outreach, and so much more! We give for many reasons, but ultimately annual giving makes possible: online and in-person worship, programs for children and students, Bible studies, small groups, pastoral care and support, mission trips, community service, and building and operational needs. We are grateful to be in ministry together with you, our community. You can give at stlukesumc.com/give.

YOU BELONG: TO IMPACT

DIAPER DRIVE SATURDAY, APRIL 30 Attend our first-ever Diaper Summit to learn how diapers can change the infant mortality in Indiana. Here you'll discover why a Diaper Pantry is the first step in St. Luke’s vision for City Impact. The Summit will include: • Expert speakers including Rachael Suskovich, CEO of the Indiana Diaper Bank • Awareness and next steps to solutions.

• A family-friendly, hands-on service project to bundle diapers for community. members who are struggling to provide their children with clean diapers!

Childcare is available for birth-4th grade, but you have the option to have your children join you for the service project portion of the morning. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/diapers.

UMW SPRING TEA SATURDAY, MAY 14 • 1PM • ST. LUKE’S Join us for an afternoon of fun, faith, and fellowship while enjoying tea sandwiches and sweets! You will be treated to a powerful and inspirational performance by the Freetown Village Players. Door prizes will be provided by Connections Gift Store and you will be able to shop before and after the tea! Our mission giving is a cash donation going to Lucille Raines Residence, a home for those recovering from addictions. To register to attend, volunteer, and sign up to bring finger sandwiches and/or tea cookies, visit stlukesumc.com/events. Childcare is available.

VBS JUNE 6-10 | ALL DAY: $35/WEEK | HALF-DAY: $15/WEEK This year VBS is all about changing the world! We think it’s possible for kids, volunteers, and families to create a ripple effect that can impact the world around them in ways they will never forget. God put you onto this planet to do the same thing—to make waves! Join us for a week-long adventure and discover the ways God created you to change the world. We'll have worship, games, small group time, crafts, snack, and more! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/vbs.

PRIDE PARTY & FESTIVAL JUNE 11 Come support our LGBTQ+ community by walking with the St. Luke's group in the parade. During and after the parade, we will have a booth set up for people to come learn more about St. Luke's and share that we are an open, affirming, and inclusive church! Plus, we'll have lots of fun swag and free giveaways. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/pride.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM JUNE 27-JULY 1 This week-long day camp gives middle schoolers a chance to form new friendships as they have discussions and competitions with their "crew" of other students and a few leaders, serve alongside their peers, learn more about faith in worship designed specifically for them, and (of course) play all kinds of insane games. This year's theme is Mt. Mayhem! We will explore Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and the "Be-Attitudes" Jesus taught us. Register at stlukesumc.com/students.

ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude

Welcome & Call To Worship | Rev. Rob Fuquay Leader: Surely he took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows, All: yet we considered him stricken by God, smitten by him, and afflicted.

Leader: But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; All: the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.

Leader: We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way.

All: and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.

Hymn | #292 - What Wondrous Love Is This?

Litany of Remembrance | Rev. Mindie Moore Leader: Let us remember Jesus: Who, though rich, became poor and dwelt among us. Who was mighty indeed, healing the sick and the troubled. Who, as a teacher to his disciples, was their companion and servant.

All: May we be ever grateful for Jesus the Christ and what he has done for us.

Leader: Let us remember Jesus: Who prayed for the forgiveness of those who rejected him. And for the perfecting of those who received him. Who loved all people, and prayed for them even when they denied and rejected him. Who hated sin because he knew the cost of pride and selfishness, of cruelty and hatred, both to people and to God. All: May we be ever grateful for Jesus the Christ and what he has done for us. Leader: Let us remember Jesus: Who humbled himself and was obedient unto the cross. God has exalted him and given us new freedom.

All: May we be ever grateful for Jesus the Christ and what he has done, and continues to do, for us.

Scripture Reading | Luke 22:39-54 | Rev. Kevin Davis/Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Anthem | When You Pray Beneath the Trees - New Song at 12PM | And Can It Be? - Chancel Choir at 7PM Scripture Reading | John 18:12-13,19-24,28 | Rev. Regina Proctor Anthem | Pie Jesu | Lindsay Molnar/Sherry Dubois Scripture Reading | John 18:15-18,25-27 | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Hymn | How Deep the Father's Love For Us - New Song at 12PM | #289 - Ah Holy Jesus at 7PM Scripture Reading | John 18:29-33,37-40 | Rev. Nicole Caldewell-Gross Song | Lamb of God | Lauren Walawender Scripture Reading | John 19:1-9,13-15 | Rev. Rob Fuquay Song | O Sacred Head Now Wounded | Emory Quince Scripture Reading | John 19:16-24 | Rev. Mindie Moore Reflection | A Few More Hours | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross Scripture Reading | John 19:25-30 | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Hymn | #288 - Were You There?

Benediction

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