MINISTRY GUIDE FEBRUARY 21, 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 “Andante in F Minor”
Contemporary Worship
Gathering for Worship Choral Introit “The Old Rugged Cross”
9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Connection Visit st.lukes.org/schedule to view worship schedule.
Bethune Cookman St. Luke’s is excited for the return of the Bethune-Cookman University Concert Chorale for a free two-hour evening concert on Thursday, March 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Tickets are required and all seats are general admission. Reserve your free tickets at st.lukes.org/bethunecookman or by calling the church office at 407.876.4991 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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.
Baptism Class Sunday, March 6 at 4:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. No reservations required.
Healing Prayer Service Sunday, March 6 at 10:30 a.m. and at 12:15 p.m. in the Chapel of Building C.
Prayer Labyrinth Experience the labyrinth Sunday, March 20 - Thursday, March 24 form 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Good Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on Saturday, March 26 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C.
The Handbell Choir
(8:00) Active Faith
“The Old Rugged Cross” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn ”For the Healing of the Nations” (vs. 1, 2, and 4).......................................#428 *Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome The Sacrament of Baptism Those receiving Baptism today: (9:30) Selena Grace Hinojosa (11:00) Prescott Joseph Skaggs
Witness in Music “Love Lifted Me” Active Faith
Prayers of the People The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “His Robes for Mine” (8:00) Active Faith
“Was I Faithful?” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication..........................................................#94 Scripture Luke 23:32, 39-43 Sermon “Today You Will Be with Me: Hospitality” *Hymn ”Here I Am, Lord”.............................#593 *Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You” *Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
Flowers on the altar are given by Joline Krolicki in memory of her parents, Ray and Jo DeHart, on their shared birthday.
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CONNECT St. Luke’s Spring Fast Track Retreat Jump start your spiritual journey with the Fast Track Retreat! Explore Christianity, The Methodist Church, St. Luke’s, and God’s call for your life. Stop by the table in the South Welcome Hall TODAY and speak to former Fast Track attendees between worship services. Sign up at st.lukes.org/projectconnect or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for details. • Dates: 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 22 to 12:00 p.m. Sunday, April 24 • Where: Warren Willis Camp in Fruitland Park, FL • Cost: Register by March 1 and pay early bird price of $60/person. Price will increase to $80/person after March 1.
St. Luke's Sports & Recreation Visit st.lukes.org/sports or call 407.876.4991 ext. *290 for information. • Children's Sports (soccer, basketball, and cheerleading) • Sports and Family Fitness Programs (men's basketball and softball, adult intermediate and advanced volleyball) • Weekly Exercise for Adults (Coleman Memorial Gymnasium) • Evening Exercise (6:00 p.m. on Tuesday/Thursday, $5/class or $30/month) • 50+ Exercise (10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Monday/Wednesday, $2/class) • 50+ Stretch and Strength (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday, $2/class) • 50+ Yoga (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Fridays, $2/class)
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.
Make New Friends Visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups, email connect@st.lukes.org, or call 407.876.4991 ext.*262 for details about social groups based on interests, life stage, or neighborhood. Pick up a Connect and Care Catalog from campus information racks for a full list of groups and meetings.
Senior Groups
• Senior Luncheon and Program: Join us following worship at 12:30
p.m. on Sunday, March 6 at Bravo Restaurant on Via Dellagio Way. To R.S.V.P. please call 941.730.1364 by Thursday, March 3. • Trailblazers: Join this welcoming senior women’s group for lunch TODAY at 12:30 p.m. at Agave Azul in the Kirkman Shoppes on the corner of Conroy and Kirkman Road.
Care Ministries Let us know about life events, illness, upcoming surgery, or sudden hospitalizations by contacting the Care office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262. Visit st.lukes.org/care for more information about Care ministries.
Grief & Celebration of Life Group Join Pastor David Wednesday, February 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Building B Room 203. Call 407.876.4991 ext.*262 for details.
Dr. Phillips Relay for Life April 8 Help support the fight against cancer by staffing the St. Luke's Relay for Life booth. Learn how at st.lukes.org/relayforlife. For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect
GROW Lenten Church-Wide Study It is not too late to join a Grow group and go deeper with our Lenten sermon series "CrossWords." Final Words From the Cross by Adam Hamilton prepares our hearts for Good Friday through the biblical story as well as what happened through the eyes of six people who witnessed the crucifixion. Hamilton explores the meaning of Jesus’ last words and how they impact our lives today. Information on joining a study can be found online at st.lukes.org/grow, in the Grow Ministry Class Catalog, or by calling 407.876.4991 ext. *297.
Vacation Bible School 2016 Block Party Where the party starts with God’s love! Spend time listening to the greatest storyteller of all time. Jesus will help us understand God’s plans through the parables, and we will come to know God as a friend. Join us June 20-24 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Cost $35. Extended Day 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for $15 per day) Those serving at VBS can register now at st.lukes.org/camps. Students (grades 7-12) register at st.lukes.org/ youth to receive community service hours.
Looking for a class for Lent? St. Luke’s offers a variety of classes including our church-wide study Final Words from the Cross by Adam Hamilton. Pick up a copy of the Grow Ministry Class Catalog which lists all spiritual formation opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Catalogs are available in the narthex, gym, lobby, or at the Connection Point in Building C.
Wednesday THRIVE Programming View programs for children, youth, and adults at st.lukes.org/thrive. Join us for dinner from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Welcome Hall of Building C each Wednesday. Make reservations at st.lukes.org/thrive or call 407.876.4991 ext. *258 by Monday. Cost is $7.00/adults and $5.00/ children.
Children’s Ministries Stop by the Welcome Window on the first floor of Building B on Sunday mornings for information and classroom assignments. This month we are learning about the disciples that Jesus called to help Him. For details and to read the Winter Chalkboard Newsletter visit st.lukes.org/children.
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.
Prayer Ministry Team Needs You! The Prayer Ministry team will begin plans for the Holy Week Prayer Labyrinth. If you would like to be a part of this team, email adults@ st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991, ext. *297.
For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow
SERVE Lenten Offering This offering supports local efforts like the Orange County Public School Social Work Emergency Fund, and allows social workers to assist families of students with small but critical needs like glasses, a refrigerator, or a bicycle. Other organizations supported include: Society of St. Andrew which collects excess fruits and vegetables in fields and groves to alleviate domestic hunger, Bread for the World, a faith-based non-partisan advocacy group focused on reducing global and domestic hunger, and Florida Impact, lead organization for ending childhood hunger in Florida. We encourage you to give up $1.00 or $2.00 a day or set a household or small group challenge as part of your Lenten spiritual practice and give toward this goal.
February and March Service Opportunities Visit st.lukes.org/serve, email serve@st.lukes.org, or call 407.876.4991 ext. *239 for more information.
Invitation to the Compassion Experience February 26-29 These FREE, family-friendly Compassion International events offer an interactive experience about the life of sponsored children and their families. St. Luke's partners with Compassion International to sponsor 60 children in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Visit st.lukes.org/serve for details. For sponsorship email Mariam Mengistie at mmengistie@st.lukes.org.
Understanding CQ (Cultural Intelligence) February 28 CQ is the ability to function effectively in national, organizational, ethnic, generational and other cultural contexts. Attend training on Sunday, February 28 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. Sign up at st.lukes.org/serve under "Training Information." Questions? Email Mariam Mengistie at mmengistie@st.lukes.org.
Career Bounce March 5 If you have worked in one of the following occupations and would like to share your experience on Career Day with East Winter Garden students contact Adam Hartnett at ahartnett@st.lukes.org. • Food Prep/Server • Financial Specialist/Accountant • Theme Park • Computer Specialist • Sales Rep • Business Operations Specialist • Cashier • Management • Office/Administrative Support • Lawyer/Paralegal • Primary/Secondary Teacher • Family Physician • Registered Nurse
Within Our Church Visit st.lukes.org/serve and click on “Serve on Campus” for a list of oncampus service opportunities or call 407.876.4991 ext. *223.
Care Ministry Volunteers Email care@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 *262 to help in these areas: • Call sick/hospitalized St. Lukers and assist with administrative duties. • Transport individuals to appointments, grocery/pharmacy, library, etc. on an as needed basis. Liability insurance required. • Help purchase and prepare meals. (Paid for by the church)
Reception Desk Volunteers Welcome guests and answer phones as your schedule allows. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258. For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve
COMMIT Job Openings Current opening: Facilities Associate (full time) For a full description and list of employment opportunities at St. Luke’s please visit st.lukes.org/jobs.
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.
COMMIT Campaign Building Update Updates on the campus optimization plan are available at st.lukes.org/ commit.
January Finance Update Financial information through the end of January can be viewed at st.lukes. org/stewardship. Contributions & Support Receipts: $275,141 Expenses: $227,161 Total over(under): $47,980 For stewardship and COMMIT Campaign updates visit st.lukes.org/commit
Notes
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