February 17,Sunday 2013 Thanksgiving
November 25, 2012
Traditional Worship
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. William S. Barnes Prelude
“Highland Cathedral”..Uri Roever and Michael Korb (8:00/9:30) The Sanctuary Handbell Choir (11:00) The Morning Handbell Choir
Gathering for Worship & Chiming of the Hour Choral Introit
“Seasons of the Soul” ...........................arr. Jamey Ray (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Contemporary Worship
9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams Gathering Song “40 Days”.................................Mark Schultz
Welcome Presentation of Third Grade Bibles (11:00 a.m.) Call to Worship *Praise Songs
“Let God Arise"........................................Chris Tomlin “Be Thou My Vision”.....................Praise Charts Band
*Call to Worship *Hymn
Scripture Reading Luke 4:1-13 Opening Prayer Praise Song
*Opening Prayer Special Music
Scripture Reading Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 Offering
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” ................................#140 “How Wonderful Is Jesus”....Mark Stitts & Kim Sipus (11:00) The WeeSingers
*Passing the Peace and Welcome The Sacrament of Baptism Those receiving baptism today: (9:30) Zaiden Gautam Thadhani (11:00) Tanner Aiden Gaus Andrea Jane Hawkanson Colton Skeel Hollis Drew Alexander Hollis
“I Will Follow”.............Anne Barbour & John Barbour
“Every Season”...............................Nichole Nordeman
Sermon “Seasons of the Soul” Series: Seasons of the Soul
Closing Song
“Our God”........................Jonas Myrin, Matt Redman, Jesse Reeves & Chris Tomlin
*Benediction
Witness in Music
“Where He Leads Me”.................................Twila Paris (8:00) Kendal Jolly, soloist “Order My Steps”.................................Glenn Burleigh (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer Offering and Offertory
“Jesus Is All the World to Me”.................Bill Wolaver (8:00) Kenion Thompson, piano “Jesus Savior, Pilot Me”.......................Thomas Grassi, Edward Hopper & Charles Wesley (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir *Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.....p94
Scripture Luke 4:1-13 & Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 Sermon “Seasons of the Soul”
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
Series: Seasons of the Soul
*Hymn
“Fairest Lord Jesus” .............................................#189
*Benediction & Benediction Response
“The Lord Bless and Keep You” ......................p2280
Postlude
“Come, We That Love the Lord”............Lauren Gadd Kenion Thompson, organ
* PLEASE STAND IN PRAISE TO GOD IF YOU ARE ABLE
The flowers in the Sanctuary are given in loving memory of Ray DeHart and in honor of Jo DeHart on their birthdays by Joline Krolicki. The flowers in the Narthex are given in loving memory of Floyd Ellson on his birthday.
FEELING INSPIRED TO GIVE TODAY? Do you want to help St. Luke’s make amazing things happen but have neither cash nor checks with you? No problem! Visit one of the the St. Luke’s Giving Kiosks conveniently located in the narthex of the sanctuary and outside the gym. Accepting debit and credit cards in a guaranteed secure and confidential manner, the kiosks also offer a printed receipt and an email confirmation of your contribution to St. Luke’s. You do not have to be a member of St. Luke’s to use this free service. You can also use the QR code to give directly from your mobile device!
WELCOME Our culture defines the church according to a building or the hour of 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning, but what if you could find a community of people who believed church was a catalyst for change? What if Church was more about working together to make a difference in our community rather than just meeting together for an hour a week? As a congregation we value Christ-centered love lived out in acceptance, hospitality, community, discipleship and service. We long for everyone to experience the Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors of God’s Church. If you’re a St. Luke’s member or attend regularly we hope you’ll “Simply Invite” your friends to join you for worship and experience who we are as a Church for themselves. If you don’t have a place to grow spiritually, ask questions about God or connect with others, we hope you’ll come back and join us as well. This Worship Guide will provide you with many opportunities to connect with our diverse ministries. We invite you to get involved! To assist parents and restless babies during worship, we have a glass-enclosed room in the back of the Sanctuary and the gym lobby area available. We also offer a free nursery in Building A for babies who are at least six weeks old. After worship, please stop by the Service Station in Building C to receive a Welcome Gift and let us answer your questions. SUNDAY WORSHIP: Join us each Sunday for Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary at 8:00, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m., Contemporary Worship in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium at 9:30 a.m., or re•define contemporary family worship at 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium. GOD-O-SEA/CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES: Please stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings if you need more information or assistance on your child’s placement. We look forward to being a part of your child’s spiritual formation. NEXGEN WEEKLY PROGRAMMING: High school students in grades 9-12 meet Wednesdays in the Attic located in Building C from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Middle school students in grades 6-8 can participate in FUEL Thursdays in the Attic from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come enjoy fellowship, games, a snack bar, and praise and worship. Stay up to date with all the NexGen (middle and high school) programs and events by visiting www.nexgenministries.com. Questions contact Jenna Hunnicutt at 407.876.4991 ext. *258 or jhunnicutt@st.lukes.org. 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. WELCOME GATHERING: Have you been visiting St. Luke’s and are now considering joining the church but have questions? Join us for lunch in the Fellowship Hall on February 24 at 12:00 p.m. For more information and to RSVP contact contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. Register for childcare at st.lukes.org/childcare.
BECOME A ST. LUKER...TAKE THE FIRST STEPS Many people ask how to get connected at St. Luke's, how to learn more about being a disciple and what it takes to be a member. We want to make sure people really know who we are as St. Luke's and as United Methodists as well as how and why we worship, connect, grow and serve in the ways we do! We have developed an entirely new FIRST STEPS PROCESS to learn about Christianity, the Bible, United Methodism and St. Luke's. Step 1: Attend a Welcome Gathering The next gathering will be held Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Register by contacting Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. Step 2: Attend Four Learn Classes Each class is one month long. If you are new or returning to church we invite you to take all four classes. If you are transferring from another church where you have been active, we invite you to take the two classes on United Methodism and St. Luke's 101. Step 3: Attend the Decide Class This one month class will be held four times a year and will be taught by St. Luke's Leadership. We will concentrate on the spiritual disciplines, how we read the Bible , commitment and missions. At the end of this class you will have the opportunity to consider joining the church and becoming a member on one of our Membership Celebration Sundays. Please contact Carol Crowley at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org for further details.
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CONNECT CLUSTER LEADERSHIP TRAINING: If you are considering facilitating a cluster group please register for the next Cluster Leadership Training session. The next session will take place on Tuesday, February 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Attic in Building C. For reservations, please contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. FACING A DIVORCE OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS?: If so, we have someone to come alongside you – or your friends, neighbors, coworkers, or relatives – and provide comfort and support for as long as needed. This is a Stephen Minister. They are there to care for you and provide a listening ear during this tough time. Contact the care office for more information, ccrowley@st.lukes.org YOGA: Mondays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Building C Room 200-202, facilitated by Leisa Knight. The cost is $5. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions. SCHOOL OF THE ARTS: Contact Cindy Brough at 407.876.5226 or view the schedule at st.lukes.org/soa. STAGE ACTING: Students (Grades 3-8) interested in acting will work on acting technique, monologues, scene work and audition skills on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. No experience required. TEEN JAZZ: Students (Grades 6-12) are invited to learn dance in a fun, non-judgmental environment with instructor Gin Jans Smith Tuesdays from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. No previous experience required. ADULT WRITING: Published author Elaine Person helps participants find their creativity and improve skills through different weekly exercises. This class meets Tuesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PRIVATE VIOLIN LESSON: Linda Van Buren, an active career violinist and teacher in Central Florida, offers lessons on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 30, 45 and 60 minute lessons are available. CLUSTERS: Clusters are 20 or more people sharing a common interest, life stage or neighborhood. Groups gather once a month, creating a community where everyone is connected. Join us in the Welcome Hall TODAY or contact Pastor Jad at jdenmark@st.lukes.org to help you get started. GOSPEL CHOIR: Meets Sundays at 6:30 p.m. Contact Bradley Roberts for more information and meeting times at stlukesgospelchoir@gmail.com. HOMESCHOOL: This cluster meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 12:30 p.m. in Building C Room 205-207 Bring your own lunch, meeting and kids activities from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Contact Jayne Andrews at jandrews@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *237 for more information and location. NEXGEN MINISTRIES CLUSTER: Ohana means family in Hawaiian, and is a new ministry on Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for middle and high school students and their families. Participate in board games, video games and sports while listening to worship music from the student band in the Attic. YOUNG ADULTS: This cluster meets on the first Tuesday of every month in the Attic in Building C. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. UMW JOINING HOLY FAMILY FOR LUNCH!: All St. Luke's women are invited to join the women of Holy Family for a fun luncheon at Holy Family Tuesday, March 5 at noon. The pizza party is $12 per person. After lunch we will be entertained by Tony Brent's "Out of Control" comedy show and act. Deadline for reservations is Friday, March 1. If interested, please call Inez at 407.876.1791 (Holy Family). RELAY FOR LIFE: Join the St. Luke’s team to fight cancer and celebrate recovery. This year’s Relay is Friday evening, April 12 and Saturday morning, April 13. The event will be held at Chain of Lakes Middle School, just east of St. Luke’s. Contact the Care office at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262 to volunteer. COUNSELING AVAILABLE: The Community Counseling Center at St. Luke’s offers counseling services for a very low cost or pro bono for those who have financial need. Clients can work with intern Jeff Stahl who is completing his Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Stetson University. Please call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 for an appointment.
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GROW THURSDAY THRIVE DINNER: Enjoy dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Building C. The menu includes roast beef with mashed potatoes, veggie, green salad, rolls, dessert and a drink. Adults $6.00, children 5-12 $4.00, and children 1-5 $3.00. Family max of $20.00. Please sign up at the Service Stations in Building C or call Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296 by noon the Monday before THRIVE. THURSDAY THRIVE FOR ELEMENTARY CHILDREN: Join us for a unique program called SPROUTS that encourages spiritual growth through loving God and neighbor. Children will participate in several rotations that teach the ACTS of Kindness, Justice, Worship and Devotion. Please register online at www.st.lukes.org/sg. YOUNG ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: Drop in for a traditional Sunday school class with non-traditional topics. TODAY through March 24 the group will be studying Adam Hamilton’s book, “When Christians Get It Wrong.” The class meets at 9:30 a.m. in Building B Room 203. NEXGEN MINISTRIES IS NOW OFFERING TUTORING: Join us Mondays and Wednesdays in the Attic from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Education is an important part of our culture and our students' upbringing. Sometimes our students are in need of extra help and we are here to help them with their schoolwork. BIBLE STUDY WITH PASTOR BILL: On Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209 join Pastor Bill for a deeper look into the scripture for next week’s sermon. SPECIAL LENTEN STUDY SMALL GROUP ON “TOXIC CHARITY”: Prepare for our focus in April and May by reading and discussing the Bob Lupton book, “Toxic Charity: How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help and How to Reverse It.” Bob will be a featured guest for our Community Transformation Launch on April 27 and has 30 years of experience in grassroots community transformation. Starting TODAY the study will meet Sundays at 9:30 a.m. for 6 weeks in Building B Room 212. Contact Lynette Fields at lfields@st.lukes.org to sign up. PASTORS’ BOOK CLUB 3: EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE: Throughout the Lenten season we will discuss growth through change with the series, “Seasons of the Soul.” Alongside this series, the pastors’ book club will offer a third book entitled, “Everything Must Change.” The author, Brian McLearen, says, “This book asks two essential questions: What are the world's top crises, and what do the life and message of Jesus say to those global crises?" Starting Thursday, February 21 please join Pastors Corey and Jad at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays for five weeks in Building C Room 205-207. Pick up a copy of the book from the front desk of the main office. Please come to the first session having read Part 1 (pages 1-40). THE MCKEEFERY SEMINARY SCHOLARSHIP FUND: If you are considering a church related profession, apply for the McKeefery Seminary Scholarship Fund. The minimum scholarship award of $1,000, to each person approved by the award committee, can be used to pay for tuition, fees and books and is paid directly to the Seminary. Applications are due as soon as the applicant has been accepted into the school. For more information and forms please contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *223. EVERYWHERE FUN FAIR (VBS 2013): Celebrate God's welcoming love for everyone at our Everywhere Fun Fair (VBS 2013), where God's world comes together. At this exciting child-friendly fair, your children will experience the love of Jesus, meet welcoming neighbors from the Bible and explore the everyday life of neighbors from Japan, Zimbabwe, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Mexico. Children will discover that God's love welcomes everyone as they learn to love and serve God and be a neighbor to the world. Children will attend exciting attractions such as interactive Bible storytelling, global games, rockin' music, super science, and more! Everywhere Fun Fair addresses and represents the whole spectrum of people in the human family--ages, races, abilities, and stages of development. Registration for VBS 2013 will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4 for Servant Ministers who are making a commitment to serve at VBS. Open registration will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. Looking forward to seeing you at the fair! COMING IN MARCH: DECIDE! This four session Sunday evening class held in Building C Room 208 at 6:30 p.m. begins on March 3. Facilitated by St. Luke’s Leadership, the class will concentrate on spiritual disciplines, Bible Study, commitment and missions. At the end of the class you will have an opportunity to consider joining the church on one of our Membership Celebration Sundays. FINAL WORDS FROM THE CROSS: Adam Hamilton explores Jesus’ final words as seen and heard through the eyes and ears of those who stood near the cross. Each chapter begins with the biblical account followed by a first-person story as might have been told from the viewpoint of one of the characters at the cross and the meaning of Jesus’ dying words for our lives today. This class is offered in two locations Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room as well as in Building C Room 200.
SERVE Within Our Community Q AND A FOR PROSPECTIVE FOSTER PARENTS TODAY: Open Hearts, the Orange County foster care ministry of the Florida United Methodist Children's Home, is hosting an informational session for those who may be considering foster parenting TODAY from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. It will be held at First UMC in Winter Garden located at 125 N. Lakeview Avenue. No need to RSVP. HABITAT CONSTRUCTION HAS BEGUN!: Our new house in Winter Garden for the Urguiga family is underway. The team is looking for volunteers to help out with the construction of the house. There are several ways you can help with construction. To sign up and if you would like to be on the email update regarding the construction schedule, please contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. The next Saturday work day will be March 9 and the house is located at 710 South Park Avenue. CONSTRUCT-A-LUNCH FOR THE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEERS: If you are handy in preparing meals, be sure to sign up to coordinate lunches for the volunteers at the construction site located on 710 South Park Avenue. If you are interested in providing a lunch, contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@ st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext *239. DONATED MEALS NEEDED FOR JOBS PARTNERSHIP: One of the best parts of the 12-week Jobs Partnership class is the shared meal between students and volunteers. That is when relationships are formed. Small groups or families are needed to prepare meals (main dish, side dishes, bread, and dessert) for 50 people. Paper goods and drinks are provided. Meal will need to be delivered by 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Callahan Center and Thursdays at HD Supply in downtown Orlando February through April. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext *239. SPRING INTO ACTION AS GOODWILL COORDINATOR: Our Goodwill Dignity Drive is looking for an enthusiastic person to help coordinate its clothing drive hosted by St. Luke’s. The coordinator will serve as liaison for volunteers, Goodwill Industries and St. Luke’s. The Coordinator will recruit and organize volunteers for Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To express interest contact Mariam Mengistie at mmengistie@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *313. WRITE LETTERS TO INMATES THROUGH SHALOM PEN PALS MINISTRY: Nostalgic about writing letters? Here is an opportunity with a cause. You will be anonymous and all mail goes through the Shalom Ministry. These inmates are looking for Christian pen pals to write with. Writing a short letter every 3 to 4 weeks is all that is required. Training is provided if needed and a lay leader is available to guide you and answer any concerns or question. Contact Sherry Ferrantelli at maf814@gmail.com or at 407.292.3685.
Within Our Church CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES PROJECT BAGS: Children’s Ministries is beginning to gear up for our June Vacation Bible School ~ Everywhere Fun Fair~ Where God’s World Comes Together. We have tons of simple projects (i.e., cutting, sorting) that can be done at home! Please email Jenna Hunnicutt, Administrator for Grow Ministries, at jhunnicutt@st.lukes.org to arrange pick-up. TUTORS NEEDED FOR NEXGEN MINISTRIES: Tutors are need to help facilitate sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you are interested in being a tutor please email Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org or Jenna Hunnicutt at jhunnicutt@st.lukes.org. REACH BEYOND OUR CAMPUS: Whether you’ve been filming for years or could use a little training, St. Luke’s video ministry needs your help to capture worship and share the good news with our online worshipers. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to volunteer as a video camera operator. WELCOMING FACES NEEDED: Help usher during our 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship service or during the 11:00 a.m. re•define worship time! Contact Carrie Fields at cfields@st.lukes.org to sign up. VOLUNTEER WITH MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS: We are gearing up for a busy year in our marketing department and need your help. Contact Dawn Fleming at dfleming@st.lukes.org to see how you can get involved! ACOLYTES AND CRUCIFERS: Third, fourth, and fifth graders who love to worship or want to learn more about leading worship are invited to serve as acolytes and crucifers in the Sanctuary. Please contact Jayne Andrews at 407.876.4991 ext. *237 or jandrews@st.lukes.org to get connected.