TODAY’S SPECIAL EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 1, 2013
The following is a list of events occuring today at St. Luke’s. For other events and upcoming information, pick up a COMMUNION MONTHLY, available at the end of the pews and at the Information Desk in the Narthex.
Celebrating the Small Things
Final Midwest Mission Trip Meeting
Accept Pastor Rob's challenge to reach out and do something small for a neighbor, a friend, in your church community or in your neighborhood, for someone close or someone far away in God’s glory and share the greatness! Take a few minutes to write your personal “Mustard Seed Story” at by going to www.stlukesumc.com and click on “Celebrating the Small Things”
An informational meeting for the Midwest Mission Distribution Center work trip will be Sunday, September 8 at 10:40AM in Room N101/102. The trip dates are September 29-October 4. They will pack disaster relief items and organize donations received to MMDC. Direct questions to Marge Butler at 257-6130, Bobbutler2@comcast.net.
Children's Music Registration and information for Children’s Music/Choir Programs is available at the St. Luke’s website www.stlukesumc.com. Check the Communion Monthly for rehearsal times and schedule. On Sunday, September 8 at 10:30AM, there is a Parent Orientation (Place: TBA). On Sunday, September 15, there is an Open House for interested parents and prospective members, at 8:50AM for children ages 3 1/2-5 and 10:30AM for children in grades K–5, the Children’s Music Room E208. Email Debra Nethercott (Miss Deb) for information, nethercott@stlukesumc.com
NEWS YOU CAN USE New Adult Ed Classes Starting Soon BE STILL AND KNOW—A 4-week class perfect for learning how to pray with the scriptures. Class is from Noon to 1PM on Wednesdays, September 4, 11, 18, and 25 in Spiritual Life Center. Book is available in the bookstore. Sharon Harvey and Ted Bradshaw, facilitators. Register online. ••• INVITATION TO THE OLD TESTAMENT—8-week intro to OT starting September 19. Class will meet on Thursdays, 10-11:30AM or 7-8:30PM. 25 minutes daily homework is recommended. Workbook available in church bookstore. Maria Blake is facilitator. For info or to signup for either class, visit the adult ministries table in the west passage or go to www.stlukesumc.com.
Habitat Build Please join us on Sunday, September 8 at 1PM for the Davis Home Dedication at 11002 N. College Ave, Carmel, IN. The Davis family will receive the keys to their home built by St. Luke's UMC and Arbor Homes with Habitat for Humanity. Thank you to everyone who left their fingerprints on this project either through donations or sweat. We look forward to the celebration!
Youth Kick Off Party: September 8, 6-8PM Join us September 8 from 6-8PM for our Fall Kick Off Party. It will be a great evening for fun and fellowship for all in grades 6-12. There will be pizza, inflatable games, and live music by the band Alanna Story. After celebrating the start of another exciting fall there will be programming for high school and junior high students. Doors open at 5:30PM. Remember to invite your friends!
Family Camping Weekend Come join us at beautiful Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, IN, for St. Luke’s annual Family Camping Weekend. You can register at the Family Camping table in the East passage or online at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/family. Please contact Jason Bick at Jason.bick@ att.net for details.
Father’s Grace Group Did you know that, within two years of their divorce, studies show that only 13% of men sustain regular contact with their children? "A Father's Grace" is a circle of dads dealing with isues of divorce. Our hope is end the cycle of isolation for men and assist them in redefining themselves and the dads they hope to be in their children's lives. There will be two six-week groups offered this fall: Tuesday mornings, 7:30-8:45AM, starting September 17; the second will be on Thursday evenings, 4:45-6PM, starting on September 19. Contact David Williamson at williamsond@stlukesumc.com to reserve a space or to learn more. Spots are limited to no more than 10 men/group.
Join Our Team – Job Opportunities St. Luke’s is seeking to fill the full-time position of Director of Information Technology (IT). Experienced individuals should send their resume to Carol Helmus at helmusc@ stlukesumc.com. We are also seeking a part-time (20 – 24 hrs/week) evening and weekend custodian. Please complete a job application and submit to the Church Office or on-line to Carol Helmus at helmusc@stlukesumc.com. All job descriptions and employment applications are also available on-line at www.stlukesumc.com.
Youth Volunteers Needed! We are trying to build a stronger connection between the adults in our church and our youth. We are seeking adults who would be willing to greet the youth at Luke's Lodge on Sunday Mornings from 9:15 to 9:35AM. Please consider greeting one Sunday or multiple Sundays! To volunteer please visit our Sign Up Genius form at http://bit.ly/ 13W7PvD or contact Lisa Meredith at 501-5336. Thank you for supporting our youth!
St. Luke’s is an
open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation. We envision being
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor THE GARDEN at Oak Hill: 9:30 & 10:30AM. Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: 5:00PM, Sanctuary. Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor. Third Sunday of the month LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel. Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor Rev. Dr. L. Wayne Smith, Guest Preacher
WORSHIP 24/7: Our morning worship services are Web broadcast live in real time at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. The entire service is available for purchase on CD and DVD; you may order specific services at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center this morning for an order envelope. You may also listen to or download sermons at www.stlukesumc.com. A link to the sermon video is also available by following us on @stlukesumcindy on Twitter.
transformed by God and
transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
Garden Gifts Thank you all for your contributions of fresh garden tomatoes. Over 75 lbs have been donated so far to Fletcher Place.
100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com
GENERAL WORSHIP INFORMATION: WELCOME VISITORS! We’re glad you’re
here and hope you feel the presence of God in this worship service. Stop by our Welcome Center for information and a gift, and join us in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship following each service. We look forward to having you worship with us again. ••• For the hearing impaired, personal earphones may be purchased for $7, or hearing aids may be borrowed for the service at the Welcome Center. If you are in need of a large print bulletin with hymns, please let our ushers know. ••• PARENTS: Childcare and Sunday School available for children who are newborn to 5th grade; stop at the Info Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Children are welcome in our services. If they become restless, you may continue to worship with them in the Narthex. For mothers who are nursing, we have a room available for your use equipped with rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service. It is located in the East Passage, E126. If you need help, an usher can assist you in locating the room. ••• ARRIVING LATE?: PLEASE Wait until prayers and musical selections are concluded before being seated. COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:
The elements are consecrated and placed in the Prayer Chapel for all to include in their worship experience. Gluten-free crackers are included with the bread elements. Please enter in silence. 9:15AM12:30PM. PRAYER CONCERNS & INFORMATION:
If you have a prayer concern, change of address or other information you would like the church to know, fill out a pew card and place it in the offering plate. *** Prayer concerns may also be submitted on our website (click the “Need Prayer” link at the top of every page), or with a pastor after worship service. Concerns submitted on the pew card or online are prayed for by our Wednesday Prayer Group weekly. Also, our Prayer Chapel, which can be accessed from Robertson Chapel or outside the main entrance by the large cross, is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open.
September 1, 2013 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM Kingdomtide: Green
ORDER OF WORSHIP PRELUDE
“Processional”
WELCOME and INVOCATION *HYMN
Martin Shaw Rev. Marsha Hutchinson No 77
“How Great Thou Art” (stanzas 1, 2, 4)
*CREED LEADER:
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare.
LEADER & PEOPLE:
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
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
ANTHEM
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” Matt Branic, Vocalist
PRAYER TIME
CONDOLENCES TO:
PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
Charles Manning
*PRAISE TO GOD Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; No 95 praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *OFFERTORY PRAYER VIDEO SCRIPTURE
Rev. Marsha Hutchinson “The Fair Employer”
Matthew 20:1-16
SCRIPTURE RESPONSE READER: The word of God for the people of God. CONGREGATION: Thanks be to God. MESSAGE
“Releasing Resentment”
Rev. Rob Fuquay
SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION We do not presume to come to this your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own goodness, but in your unfailing mercy. We thank you for your presence in this meal and for offering us your unconditional acceptance and love. We surrender ourselves and our concerns into your loving hands. In Christ’s name, Amen. (Elements, including gluten-free wafers, will be distributed in the pews.) o
Fernando Ortega
HYMNS
“Breathe on Me, Breath of God” “I Come with Joy”
No 420 No 617
*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
“Adagio”
Rev. Marsha Hutchinson
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
* Congregation standing
CLERGY Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor; Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor of Grief Ministries; Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor of Later@St. Luke’s; Rev. David Williamson, Pastor of Family & Children’s Ministries; Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson, Pastor of Outreach Ministries DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Mark Squire ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES / ORGANIST Charles Manning
Arda Warnock on the death of her husband Merv Warnock Terri Jump on the death of her mother Betty Jump Elaine Reidy on the death of her husband Tom Reidy Mary Everett and Tom & Nancy Lange on the death of sister and aunt, Nancy McCaslin Charlotte Gangwer and Christina Gangwer on the death of mother and grandmother Inez Monahan CONGRATULATIONS TO:
BACK TO SCHOOL: THE PARABLES OF JESUS
N 70
CONGREGATIONAL CONCERNS
Roger Nyquist
Kent Eastwood & Brandi RussellEastwood on the birth of son Tobin Ezra Eastwood Hollie Shipley & Brian Ainley on their wedding of August 31
SERMON NOTES
GENERAL WORSHIP INFORMATION: WELCOME VISITORS! We’re glad you’re
here and hope you feel the presence of God in this worship service. Stop by our Welcome Center for information and a gift, and join us in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship following each service. We look forward to having you worship with us again. ••• For the hearing impaired, personal earphones may be purchased for $7, or hearing aids may be borrowed for the service at the Welcome Center. If you are in need of a large print bulletin with hymns, please let our ushers know. ••• PARENTS: Childcare and Sunday School available for children who are newborn to 5th grade; stop at the Info Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Children are welcome in our services. If they become restless, you may continue to worship with them in the Narthex. For mothers who are nursing, we have a room available for your use equipped with rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service. It is located in the East Passage, E126. If you need help, an usher can assist you in locating the room. ••• ARRIVING LATE?: PLEASE Wait until prayers and musical selections are concluded before being seated. COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:
The elements are consecrated and placed in the Prayer Chapel for all to include in their worship experience. Gluten-free crackers are included with the bread elements. Please enter in silence. 9:15AM12:30PM. PRAYER CONCERNS & INFORMATION:
If you have a prayer concern, change of address or other information you would like the church to know, fill out a pew card and place it in the offering plate. *** Prayer concerns may also be submitted on our website (click the “Need Prayer” link at the top of every page), or with a pastor after worship service. Concerns submitted on the pew card or online are prayed for by our Wednesday Prayer Group weekly. Also, our Prayer Chapel, which can be accessed from Robertson Chapel or outside the main entrance by the large cross, is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open.
September 1, 2013 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM Kingdomtide: Green
ORDER OF WORSHIP PRELUDE
“Processional”
WELCOME and INVOCATION *HYMN
Martin Shaw Rev. Marsha Hutchinson No 77
“How Great Thou Art” (stanzas 1, 2, 4)
*CREED LEADER:
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare.
LEADER & PEOPLE:
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
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
ANTHEM
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” Matt Branic, Vocalist
PRAYER TIME
CONDOLENCES TO:
PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
Charles Manning
*PRAISE TO GOD Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; No 95 praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *OFFERTORY PRAYER VIDEO SCRIPTURE
Rev. Marsha Hutchinson “The Fair Employer”
Matthew 20:1-16
SCRIPTURE RESPONSE READER: The word of God for the people of God. CONGREGATION: Thanks be to God. MESSAGE
“Releasing Resentment”
Rev. Rob Fuquay
SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION We do not presume to come to this your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own goodness, but in your unfailing mercy. We thank you for your presence in this meal and for offering us your unconditional acceptance and love. We surrender ourselves and our concerns into your loving hands. In Christ’s name, Amen. (Elements, including gluten-free wafers, will be distributed in the pews.) o
Fernando Ortega
HYMNS
“Breathe on Me, Breath of God” “I Come with Joy”
No 420 No 617
*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
“Adagio”
Rev. Marsha Hutchinson
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
* Congregation standing
CLERGY Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor; Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor of Grief Ministries; Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor of Later@St. Luke’s; Rev. David Williamson, Pastor of Family & Children’s Ministries; Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson, Pastor of Outreach Ministries DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Mark Squire ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES / ORGANIST Charles Manning
Arda Warnock on the death of her husband Merv Warnock Terri Jump on the death of her mother Betty Jump Elaine Reidy on the death of her husband Tom Reidy Mary Everett and Tom & Nancy Lange on the death of sister and aunt, Nancy McCaslin Charlotte Gangwer and Christina Gangwer on the death of mother and grandmother Inez Monahan CONGRATULATIONS TO:
BACK TO SCHOOL: THE PARABLES OF JESUS
N 70
CONGREGATIONAL CONCERNS
Roger Nyquist
Kent Eastwood & Brandi RussellEastwood on the birth of son Tobin Ezra Eastwood Hollie Shipley & Brian Ainley on their wedding of August 31
SERMON NOTES
TODAY’S SPECIAL EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 1, 2013
The following is a list of events occuring today at St. Luke’s. For other events and upcoming information, pick up a COMMUNION MONTHLY, available at the end of the pews and at the Information Desk in the Narthex.
Celebrating the Small Things
Final Midwest Mission Trip Meeting
Accept Pastor Rob's challenge to reach out and do something small for a neighbor, a friend, in your church community or in your neighborhood, for someone close or someone far away in God’s glory and share the greatness! Take a few minutes to write your personal “Mustard Seed Story” at by going to www.stlukesumc.com and click on “Celebrating the Small Things”
An informational meeting for the Midwest Mission Distribution Center work trip will be Sunday, September 8 at 10:40AM in Room N101/102. The trip dates are September 29-October 4. They will pack disaster relief items and organize donations received to MMDC. Direct questions to Marge Butler at 257-6130, Bobbutler2@comcast.net.
Children's Music Registration and information for Children’s Music/Choir Programs is available at the St. Luke’s website www.stlukesumc.com. Check the Communion Monthly for rehearsal times and schedule. On Sunday, September 8 at 10:30AM, there is a Parent Orientation (Place: TBA). On Sunday, September 15, there is an Open House for interested parents and prospective members, at 8:50AM for children ages 3 1/2-5 and 10:30AM for children in grades K–5, the Children’s Music Room E208. Email Debra Nethercott (Miss Deb) for information, nethercott@stlukesumc.com
NEWS YOU CAN USE New Adult Ed Classes Starting Soon BE STILL AND KNOW—A 4-week class perfect for learning how to pray with the scriptures. Class is from Noon to 1PM on Wednesdays, September 4, 11, 18, and 25 in Spiritual Life Center. Book is available in the bookstore. Sharon Harvey and Ted Bradshaw, facilitators. Register online. ••• INVITATION TO THE OLD TESTAMENT—8-week intro to OT starting September 19. Class will meet on Thursdays, 10-11:30AM or 7-8:30PM. 25 minutes daily homework is recommended. Workbook available in church bookstore. Maria Blake is facilitator. For info or to signup for either class, visit the adult ministries table in the west passage or go to www.stlukesumc.com.
Habitat Build Please join us on Sunday, September 8 at 1PM for the Davis Home Dedication at 11002 N. College Ave, Carmel, IN. The Davis family will receive the keys to their home built by St. Luke's UMC and Arbor Homes with Habitat for Humanity. Thank you to everyone who left their fingerprints on this project either through donations or sweat. We look forward to the celebration!
Youth Kick Off Party: September 8, 6-8PM Join us September 8 from 6-8PM for our Fall Kick Off Party. It will be a great evening for fun and fellowship for all in grades 6-12. There will be pizza, inflatable games, and live music by the band Alanna Story. After celebrating the start of another exciting fall there will be programming for high school and junior high students. Doors open at 5:30PM. Remember to invite your friends!
Family Camping Weekend Come join us at beautiful Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, IN, for St. Luke’s annual Family Camping Weekend. You can register at the Family Camping table in the East passage or online at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/family. Please contact Jason Bick at Jason.bick@ att.net for details.
Father’s Grace Group Did you know that, within two years of their divorce, studies show that only 13% of men sustain regular contact with their children? "A Father's Grace" is a circle of dads dealing with isues of divorce. Our hope is end the cycle of isolation for men and assist them in redefining themselves and the dads they hope to be in their children's lives. There will be two six-week groups offered this fall: Tuesday mornings, 7:30-8:45AM, starting September 17; the second will be on Thursday evenings, 4:45-6PM, starting on September 19. Contact David Williamson at williamsond@stlukesumc.com to reserve a space or to learn more. Spots are limited to no more than 10 men/group.
Join Our Team – Job Opportunities St. Luke’s is seeking to fill the full-time position of Director of Information Technology (IT). Experienced individuals should send their resume to Carol Helmus at helmusc@ stlukesumc.com. We are also seeking a part-time (20 – 24 hrs/week) evening and weekend custodian. Please complete a job application and submit to the Church Office or on-line to Carol Helmus at helmusc@stlukesumc.com. All job descriptions and employment applications are also available on-line at www.stlukesumc.com.
Youth Volunteers Needed! We are trying to build a stronger connection between the adults in our church and our youth. We are seeking adults who would be willing to greet the youth at Luke's Lodge on Sunday Mornings from 9:15 to 9:35AM. Please consider greeting one Sunday or multiple Sundays! To volunteer please visit our Sign Up Genius form at http://bit.ly/ 13W7PvD or contact Lisa Meredith at 501-5336. Thank you for supporting our youth!
St. Luke’s is an
open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation. We envision being
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor THE GARDEN at Oak Hill: 9:30 & 10:30AM. Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: 5:00PM, Sanctuary. Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor. Third Sunday of the month LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel. Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor Rev. Dr. L. Wayne Smith, Guest Preacher
WORSHIP 24/7: Our morning worship services are Web broadcast live in real time at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. The entire service is available for purchase on CD and DVD; you may order specific services at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center this morning for an order envelope. You may also listen to or download sermons at www.stlukesumc.com. A link to the sermon video is also available by following us on @stlukesumcindy on Twitter.
transformed by God and
transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
Garden Gifts Thank you all for your contributions of fresh garden tomatoes. Over 75 lbs have been donated so far to Fletcher Place.
100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com