MINISTRY GUIDE JANUARY 17, 2016 OUR PURPOSE
“Building the Kingdom by Building Disciples”
OUR CORE VALUES
At our center is the love of Jesus Christ. We value Christ Centered: Acceptance • Hospitality • Community • Discipleship • Service
WORSHIP Traditional Worship
Traditional Worship Order
8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams, Lead Pastor
Prelude “Simple Gifts”
Contemporary Worship
Gathering for Worship Choral Introit “He is Exalted”
9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Corey Jones, Minister of Stewardship View worship schedule at st.lukes. org/schedule.
Music Ministries View all music ministry opportunities for children, youth, and adults at st.lukes.org/music or call 407.876.4991 ext. *244 for details.
Prayer Chapel If you are in a crisis due to your health, your job, or in other areas in your life, come to the Chapel for prayer Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and put those burdens on the altar.
The Handbell Choir
(8:00) Jerry Pinder and Susan Brown
“With a Voice of Singing” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn ”Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”..#400
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome The Sacrament of Baptism Those receiving Baptism today: (9:30)
Charles Walker Ball Elias Walter Swearingen Luke Thomas Schuemann Kinley Jean Francis
Witness in Music “How Beautiful” Jerry Pinder and Susan Brown
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” (8:00) Jerry Pinder and Susan Brown
“Order My Steps” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication..........................................................#94 Scripture John 2:1-11 Sermon “Simplify: Streamline Your Schedule” *Hymn ”How Great Thou Art”.....................................#77
*Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You”
*Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
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CONNECT
CONNECT J OI N TH E M OV EM EN T
Project Connect Want to learn more about St. Luke’s? Ready to take the next step in your spiritual journey? Project Connect is a series of weekly classes on Christianity, The Methodist Church, St. Luke’s, and God’s call for your life. Learn more over lunch on Sunday, January 24. Visit st.lukes. org/projectconnect to R.S.V.P. for lunch and sign up for classes that begin January 27. The Fast Track Retreat will take place April 22-24. Register by February 17 to receive an early bird discount! Contact connect@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for more information on Project Connect classes.
New to St. Luke's? Visit the Connection Point in the Rotunda of Building C to pick up a First Time Guest Welcome Packet. Contact 407.876.4991 ext.*262 or connect@st.lukes.org with questions.
Cluster Groups Make new friends who share your interests, life stage, or neighborhood. Visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups, email connect@st.lukes.org, or call 407.876.4991 ext.*262 for details about these intentional social groups. Pick up a Connect and Care Catalog from campus information racks for a full list of groups and upcoming meetings.
Senior Groups Trailblazers, a welcoming senior women’s group, will meet for lunch TODAY at 12:30 p.m. at Bonefish on Sand Lake Rd. Call 407.363.5635 for reservations.
Care Ministries Need comfort and support for a life event, upcoming surgery, or sudden hospitalization? Contact the Care office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or visit st.lukes.org/care for more information.
Sports and Recreation Visit st.lukes.org/sports to view a list of available exercise and sports opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Call 407.876.4991 ext. *290 or email sports@st.lukes.org for details.
Child Development Center Registration Registration for Parent's Day Out, Preschool, and VPK will be on Thursday, February 4 for alumni and church families and on Thursday, February 11 for the public. Visit st.lukes.org/cdc to view details and download registration forms. Call 407.876.1155 with questions.
For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect.
GROW
Wednesday THRIVE Programming View Wednesday programs for children, youth, and adults at st.lukes. org/thrive. Programs include after school enrichment for elementary, middle and high school students as well as evening opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Classes including Financial Peace University, Disciple I, Project Connect, and “Simplify” classes that follow the sermon series. Join us Wednesdays for dinner from 5:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. in the Welcome Hall of Building C. Make reservations at st.lukes.org/thrive or call 407.876.4991 ext. *258 by Mondays. Cost is $7.00/adults and $5.00/children.
Grow Group and Class Catalog Pick up a copy of the new catalog which lists all spiritual formation opportunities for children, youth, and adults in campus brochure racks in the narthex or gym lobby, or at the Connection Point in Building C.
Children’s Ministries Stop by the Welcome Window on the first floor of Building B on Sunday mornings for more information and to find your child’s classroom. This month we are learning about Jesus' early ministry. Visit st.lukes. org/children for program details and to read the Winter Chalkboard Newsletter.
VBS 2016 Block Party Mark your calendars now for a kick-off to a whole summer of fun and neighborhood fellowship. VBS Block Party is June 20-24. If you are serving, registration opens for VBS and summer camps on February 15.
Youth Ministries Visit st.lukes.org/youth or email youth@st.lukes.org for information about Youth Sunday School, youth groups, praise band, youth ensemble, dance ensemble, Wednesday Afterschool and THRIVE programming.
Ministries for Adults Stop by the Connection Point in Building C or visit st.lukes.org/adults to view all classes including those that follow the “Simplify” sermon series. For assistance email grow@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *297.
Prayer Ministry Join the Contemplative Way prayer group Tuesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room, the Prayer Walk Tuesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. by the Gym, our Wednesday morning prayer group in the chapel at 9:30 a.m., or our Wednesday evening prayer time in the chapel at 7:30 p.m. Email adults@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *297.
For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow.
SERVE
Family Promise January 31 to February 7 Help working, homeless families move toward independence. Up to four families will enjoy meals and a safe place to stay on our campus for one week before they move to the next host church. This is an opportunity for family and friends to serve together and for students to receive volunteer hours. Training Provided. Sign up to donate food or meals; volunteer to help set up, take down or be an evening, overnight or Saturday host at st.lukes.org/serve under the “Serve on St. Luke’s Campus” or contact kbrinker@st.lukes.org.
Upcoming January and February Serve Opportunities Visit st.lukes.org/serve, email serve@st.lukes.org, or call 407.876.4991 ext. *239 for more information.
Jobs Partnership Jobs Partnership transforms the lives of people who are chronically underemployed. The spring class is forming and there are many ways to become involved. There is a one day training session on Saturday, February 6 at Second Harvest Food Bank (411 Mercy Drive, Orlando, FL 32805). Regular classes meet on Thursday evenings, for 12 weeks, beginning Thursday, February 25.
Gleaning February 6 Once a year, St. Luke's gleans unharvested fruit off of local trees and donates it to the Society of St. Andrews to help feed hungry families. Meet at St. Luke's at 8:00 a.m. for supplies and directions. This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Sign up at st.lukes.org/serve under “Serve Locally in Orlando”.
National Blood Donor Month Blood Drive Donate lifesaving blood on Sunday, January 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Big Red Buses will be on campus in the front and back parking lots. Make an appointment at oneblooddonor.org using sponsor code #7191 or just show up. Photo ID required. Receive a free movie ticket and wellness checkup including cholesterol screening for donating.
Within Our Church Visit st.lukes.org/serve and click on “Serve on Campus” to serve within the church. For a list of on-campus service opportunities call 407.876.4991 ext. *223.
Care Ministry Volunteers For information on how you can serve as an Administrative, Transportation, or Food Volunteer email care@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 *262. For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve.
COMMIT Youth Fundraiser Enjoy a pasta dinner on Sunday, January 31 and raise funds for the new furnishings in the St. Luke’s youth space! Tickets are on sale TODAY at st.lukes.org/pasta and in the Welcome Hall of Building C.
Giving to St. Luke’s Use this QR code to give from your mobile device or make your contribution at st.lukes.org/give. Create your “My St. Luke’s” account to make your one-time or recurring gift. Gifts can also be placed in the offering plate during worship.
Support St. Luke’s Help share God’s love in 2016. Let us know we can count on your support in the new year by turning in a Commitment Card. Cards are available in the Connection Card Baskets, information racks in the Narthex of the Sanctuary and Welcome Hall of Building C, or at st.lukes.org/stewardship. Return your 2016 commitment card to the church office in Building C Attn: Kelly Smith.
COMMIT Campaign Building Update An exciting new progress report on the campus optimization plan is available at st.lukes.org/commit. For stewardship and COMMIT Campaign updates visit st.lukes.org/commit.
Notes
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