Thanksgiving Sunday November 25, 2012
December 30, 2012
WORSHIP Traditional
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. William S. Barnes
Contemporary
9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
Prelude
Gathering Song
Gathering for Worship & Chiming of the Hour Choral Introit
Welcome Call to Worship *Praise Song
“Seasons of Life” ................................arr. Mark Hayes
“Seasons of the Soul” ...........................arr. Jamey Ray (8:00) Sanctus (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn
“Abide with Me” ................................................#700
“Live Like We're Dying”.................................Kris Allen
"Jesus Messiah".........................................Shara McKee
Opening Prayer Praise Song
“I Will Rise”.........................Louie Giglio, Matt Maher, Jesse Reeves and Chris Tomlin
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Special Music
Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11 Praise Song
The Sacrament of Baptism
Scripture: John 12:1-8 Offering
“Kids with a King” (11:00) The WeeSingers
Those receiving baptism today: (9:30) Logan Brian Frisch Carter Thomas Houck (11:00) Charlotte Claire Conover Aiden Michael Palmer Bryce Thomas Volz
Witness in Music
“Things That Never Die”...words by Charles Dickens music by Lee Dengler (8:00) Sanctus with Kenion Thompson, piano “Still, My Soul, Be Still”..............arr. Mary McDonald (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
“Take My Life”...........................................Louie Giglio, Frances Ridley Havergal, Henri Abraham, Cesar Malan and Chris Tomlin “Like An Avalanche”................................Joel Houston and Dylan Thomas
Sermon “Winter”
Series: Seasons of the Soul
Closing Song
“White Flag”......................Jason Ingram, Matt Maher, Matt Redman and Chris Tomlin
*Benediction
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer Offering and Offertory
“Pacem”......................................................Lee Dengler Sanctus with Lynne Rudzik, violin and Randy Lord, organ *Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.....p94
Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14 John 12:1-8 Sermon “Winter” Series: Seasons of the Soul
*Hymn
“Hymn of Promise” .............................................#707
*Benediction & Benediction Response
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
“The Lord Bless and Keep You” ......................p2280
Postlude
“How Firm a Foundation”.....................Lester Groom
* PLEASE STAND IN PRAISE TO GOD IF YOU ARE ABLE
The flowers in the Sanctuary are given in memory of Cliff Lamoreaux by Bernie, Wendy and Mark Lamoreaux. 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 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!
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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 Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *254. 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.
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 on April 28 at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. 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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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. View all of the current Cluster Groups at st.lukes.org/clustergroups or contact Pastor Jad at jdenmark@st.lukes.org to get connected. WILL YOU BE AN EMPTY NESTER THIS FALL?: St. Luke’s has a caring listener ready to provide comfort and support as you prepare for this transition. Whether the person in need is you, a friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative, a trained Stephen Minister can help. Also, be on the lookout for details about the Empty Nesters Cluster Group coming soon. Contact the care office at ccrowley@ st.lukes.org for more information. GOLF: Is your interest in golf somewhere between “Caddy Shack” and Augusta National? If so, please consider joining the Golf Cluster Group. For more information contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. We look “FORE” ward to teeing it up with you soon! GOSPEL CHOIR: Meets Sundays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209. Contact Bradley Roberts at stlukesgospelchoir@gmail.com for more information and meeting times. 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. NEXGEN MINISTRIES CLUSTER: Ohana means family in Hawaiian, and is a ministry for middle and high school students and their families on Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. . Participate in board games, video games and sports while listening to worship music from the student band in the Attic. Contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org for more information. YOUNG ADULTS: This cluster meets on the first Tuesday of every month in the Attic of Building C. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. KEENE’S POINTE CLUSTER: Please join us for the first Keene's Pointe cluster social gathering. Families and friends of all ages are welcome to come and meet other St. Lukers who live in the neighborhood TODAY from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the home of Greg & Darlene Bitel. For directions and more information please contact keenespointe.cluster@st.lukes.org. CLUSTER LEADERSHIP TRAINING: Tuesday, April 9 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building C Room 200-202. If you would like to start a Cluster Group, please attend this meeting. Contact ccrowley@st.lukes.org for reservation. “DEALING WITH ALCOHOL ADDICTION IN THE FAMILY” WORKSHOP: This three-week workshop will be facilitated by Susan Pate-Warren, LMHC, on Monday, April 8, 15, and 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building B Room 202. Alcoholism is a family disease, isolating people, causing confusion, hopelessness and anger in everyone it touches. Help is available.Come to a group where you can listen, speak your mind, find comfort and learn you are not alone. All information is confidential. To pre-register contact the Counseling Center at 407.876.4991 ext. *250. RELAY FOR LIFE: Join the St. Luke’s team to fight cancer and celebrate recovery. This year’s Relay is Saturday evening, April 13 and Sunday morning, April 14. 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. SEE BUDDY BREAK IN ACTION: Volunteers age 14 and older are welcome to visit a Buddy Break session to learn more about this ministry and the amazing experiences (and community service hours) that come with volunteering. See the 2013 schedule at www.st.lukes.org/buddybreak. Contact Donna Barley at dbarley367@gmail.com or 407.876.6728 to arrange a visit. EASTER LILIES: Order your Easter lilies in honor or in memory of a loved one for Easter Sunday. Orders must be submitted TODAY. Cost is $15. Order forms can be found in the information racks around campus. COUNSELING AVAILABLE: The Community Counseling Center at St. Luke’s offers counseling services for a very low cost or pro bono for those in 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 Follow St. Luke’s on Facebook at facebook.com/stlukesorlando or on Twitter at twitter.com/ stlukesorlando for regular updates on all of our ministries!
GROW THURSDAY THRIVE DINNER: Enjoy dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Building C. The menu for Thursday, March 21 includes meatloaf, mashed potatoes, veggie, 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. NEW THURSDAY THRIVE FOR ELEMENTARY CHILDREN: Join us for a unique program called Way of the Child that encourages spiritual growth through peaceful, reflective rotations. Children will follow the sermon series Seasons of the Soul up to Easter. Please register online www.st.lukes.org/sg. CONFIRMATION WORSHIP SERVICE: The congregation is invited to attend this meaningful service Thursday, March 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary and support over 40 students as they confess their belief in Jesus Christ and become members of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS: Do you know a United Methodist student who needs help paying for college? The Florida United Methodist Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the Sinclair Scholarship for students who will be incoming freshmen in the fall and for the Lockmiller Scholarship which is open to students who are already enrolled in an educational or occupational training program beyond high school. Both pay $1,500 per semester and are renewable as long as the recipient remains a student in good standing. For more information, visit www.fumf.org or contact the Foundation toll free at 1.866.363.9673 ext. 7103 Deadline for applications is March 29. YOUNG ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: Drop in for a traditional Sunday school class with non-traditional topics. Today and Sunday, March 24, the group will be using Adam Hamilton’s DVD series, “When Christians Get It Wrong” to prompt discussion. 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: Pastor Bill's Thursday Bible Study will not be held on March 21. Please join him for the annual Service of Confirmation for our youth on March 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. EVERYWHERE FUN FAIR (VBS 2013) JUNE 17 – JUNE 21: Celebrate God's welcoming love for everyone at St. Luke's United Methodist Church Everywhere Fun Fair (VBS 2013), where God's world comes together. VBS 2013 runs from June 17- June 21, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 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, Cultural Connection and more! Everywhere Fun Fair takes children to a global celebration with the look and feel of a world's fair. Children will make friends with neighbors around the world and discover that God's love can be found everywhere, including their own neighborhoods. 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 is now open for Servant Ministers who are making a commitment to serve at VBS. Open registration will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. For more details or to register, please visit www.St.Lukes.org/SummerCamps. Looking forward to seeing you at the fair! CREATED BY GOD RETREAT FOR 5TH GRADERS; APRIL 26-28: Created by God is a comprehensive, faith-based study of human sexuality for 5th graders and their parents or guardians. The curriculum will be taught by United Methodist Church leadership in a way that is relevant and fun. Children and their parents will be encouraged in their faith and in their relationships. This is an amazing family ministry opportunity. The retreat will be held at the Warren W. Willis United Methodist Camp facilities in Fruitland Park. Cost $100.00 per person. Register at www.warrenwilliscamp.org. For more information or questions please email Jayne Andrews, Director of Children and Family Ministries, at jandrews@st.lukes.org
CONGREGATIONAL GATHERING APRIL 7 Come be a part of this exciting gathering! Hear about our Community Transformation process, give feedback regarding how and where we serve, AND be a part of determining the phased components of our updated master plan. This church-wide gathering will take place in the Sanctuary from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a time of sharing information, obtaining feedback from all attending, and, of course, food and fellowship. Childcare is available for children 6 weeks through preschool by making a reservation at www.st.lukes.org/childcare. Whether you are a new attendee or have been coming for years, you will not want to miss this informative St. Luke’s event.
SERVE Within Our Community KEEP HAMMERING AWAY!: Saturday, March 23 will be the Habitat workday to sheath the walls and prep the beams of the Urguiga family’s new home in Winter Garden located at 710 South Park Avenue. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239 to participate in this event. Construction dates: 3/23 - Wall sheathing and beam prep 3/30 - Off for Easter weekend 4/6 - Roof trusses CONSTRUCT-A-LUNCH FOR THE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEERS: Volunteer to provide lunches for approximately 14 to 20 volunteers at the construction site located on 710 South Park Avenue. If you have a fun dish you wish to create for the volunteers contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext *239 to sign-up. PRAYERS FOR BELFAST: Pray for peace and our mission partners TODAY in the prayer chapel. Take this opportunity to write a message to Britt and Allison Gilmore at East Belfast Mission, The Forthspring Interfaith Community and The Educational Shakespeare Company that works with ex-prisoners and youth at risk. MEALS STILL NEEDED FOR JOBS PARTNERSHIP: 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. Meals 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. BE A GOODWILL DONATION VOLUNTEER: Goodwill Dignity Drive seeks at least 16 people to help manage donations in two hour shifts from Friday, April 12 to Sunday, April 14. Everything is in place for you to accept donations, give out receipts and contact Goodwill when the trailer is full. It’s as simple as that. This is a great opportunity for families, friends and small groups to serve together. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239 to sign up. DO YOU HAVE GOOD PENMANSHIP? Write letters to inmates through Shalom Pen Pals ministry! Inmates are looking for Christian pen pals. All mail goes through the Shalom Ministry allowing you to remain anonymous. Just write a short letter every 3 to 4 weeks. Training is provided if needed and a lay leader is available to guide you and answer any questions. Contact Sherry Ferrantelli at maf814@gmail. com or at 407.292.3685. SHOW YOUR HOSPITALITY FOR FAMILY PROMISE GUESTS: Help welcome families when they spend a week on St. Luke’s campus from Sunday, March 31 through Sunday, April 7. Volunteer opportunities include setting up and tearing down rooms, fellowship, evening and overnight hosts, and providing meals. Please visit CareCalendar.org, enter Calendar ID 5382 and the security code 1111 to sign up. For more information, email Melinda Lis at melindalis@earthlink.net. TAKING STRIDES FOR FAMILY PROMISE WALK: The annual 2013 “Taking Strides Toward a New Beginning Walk for Central Florida’s Homeless Families” will take place on April 13 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 North Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789. Youth will be able to receive a percentage of what they raise for the walk. Funds raised for the annual walk will help maintain and strengthen FPGO’s intensive case management services as well as support the operation of its day center. Visit the information rack adjacent to the office doors in Building C to obtain registration forms and to view flyers!
Within Our Church MEDIA OPERATORS NEEDED: This position plays a role in creating a seamless worship experience for the congregation by displaying videos, lyrics, and sermon slides during worship. Volunteers are needed for Traditional Worship at 9:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship at 9:30 a.m. and re•define at 11:00 a.m. Training will be provided. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to sign up! REACH BEYOND OUR CAMPUS: We need 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 camera operator. SUNDAY COFFEE TEAM: Volunteers are needed to make coffee on the second Sunday of the month at 7:15 a.m., and one person is needed to put the donuts out on the third Sunday at 7:30 a.m. If interested please contact Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org. 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. TUTORS NEEDED FOR NEXGEN MINISTRIES: Tutors are needed to help with sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If interested please email Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org. HOLY WEEK HELP: Sign up to usher at one of our Good Friday or Easter worship services! Contact Carrie Fields at cfields@st.lukes.org with questions and to sign up.