WORSHIP GUIDE • APRIL 12, 2015 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 Worship
Current sermon series
Prelude Gathering for Worship Choral Introit “Let There Be Praise” Mixed Ensemble
*Call to Worship *Hymn
”Easter People, Raise Your Voices”.......................#304
COMMIT Campaign Completion Series April 12-26 We can...because He did! We will...because we are chosen! We are...love in action! Join us during these three weeks as we explore honoring a legacy, stepping forward in leadership, and putting our love into action. Today we'll hear about the exciting growth that will be happening on our campus and that is already happening in the community.
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” Mixed Ensemble
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Alleluia, Praise God!” Mixed Ensemble
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication...#94 Scripture: Acts 4:32-35 Sermon: "We Can...Because He Did" Series: Green Means Go!
*Hymn
”Be Thou My Vision”..............................................#451
*Benediction
“The Lord Bless and Keep You”
Join us!
*Postlude
Traditional Worship
Sundays at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Today's Message: Dr. William S. Barnes
*Please stand in praise to God if you are able
Contemporary Worship
The flowers on the altar are in memory of Trent Taylor given by his loving family.
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams re·define: Contemporary Worship Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
BAPTISM CLASS: There will be a preparation for baptism class TODAY at 4:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. HEALING PRAYER SERVICE: Join us TODAY at 10:30 a.m. and also at 12:15 p.m. in the Chapel of Building C for a healing prayer service.
For sermon videos and worship schedules visit st.lukes.org/worship.
UNEWS COMMIT Campaign Completion On Sunday, April 19 and Sunday, April 26 we will complete the COMMIT Campaign. Pick up a copy of the new brochure outlining revised projects and our campaign goal. Please complete a 2015 COMMIT Campaign Completion Pledge Card and return it in worship or to the church office by Sunday, April 26. Brochures and pledge cards are available in the church office, outside each worship venue in the information racks, and online at st.lukes.org/commit.
Pastoral Appointment Announcement At all worship services on Sunday, April 19, St. Luke's Staff/Parish Relations Committee will announce the pastors who have been appointed to St. Luke's for the coming year. The Bishop and Cabinet of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church appoint pastors annually and choose the announcement date for these pastoral appointments.
Baptism Immersion Service St. Luke’s will celebrate baptism with our 2nd Annual Baptism by Immersion service on Sunday, May 17 at 3:00 p.m. This service is open to all children, youth and adults who would like to be baptized for the first time or who would like to participate in this special experience to reaffirm their baptism. Those being baptized for the first time should attend a class on Sunday, May 3 or Sunday, May 10 at 4:00 p.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room. A pastor will also be available in the chapel on May 3 and 10 at 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to answer questions about the service and baptism.
Youth Confirmation Service Confirmation at St. Luke’s is a spiritual formation journey for students in seventh through twelfth grade. During confirmation classes students learn about different religions and what makes Christianity and in particular Methodism unique. Join us in the Sanctuary on Sunday, April 26 at 6:00 p.m. as class members are confirmed as full professing members of The United Methodist Church.
School of the Arts Summer Camps The St. Luke’s School of the Arts is offering four weeks of summer camps this year. All camps are full day camps (9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) with an extended day option (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) All grade requirements are as of fall 2015. For more information, or to register, visit st.lukes.org/camps or call 407.876.5226. Camps include Take the Stage (Grades 1 to 8) from June 22-29 and from July 6-10, Change the World (Grades 1 to 8) from July 13-17, and Spark the Imagination (Grades K-8) from July 27-31.
Church Conference All are invited to attend this Church Conference on Tuesday, April 21 to affirm the calling of Andrea Levreault as a candidate for ordained ministry. Please join us at 6:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C.
Giving to St. Luke's Use this QR code to give directly from your mobile device or make your contribution at st.lukes.org. Choose "Give" at the top of the page to create your "My St. Luke's" account. Once you have logged in click the green "Next" button to make your one-time or recurring gift. You can also place your gifts in the offering plate during worship.
CONNECT PARENT’S DAY OUT AND PRESCHOOL: Registration at St. Luke’s Child Development Center is now open for 2015-2016. Registration forms available at st.lukes.org/cdc. For information and tours call 407.876.1155. SENIOR SUNDAY BRUNCH: Join us at 12:30 p.m. TODAY at O’Charley’s Restaurant behind Whole Foods at 8081 Turkey Lake Road. For reservations, please call Becky Garner at 407.351.4875. SENIORS LUNCHEON: Join this group on Friday, April 17 (not April 24 as announced earlier) at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Following lunch, Anita Vironides will show her amazing photos of Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Call Debbi Gale at 407.295.4348 by Tuesday, April 14 for reservations. UMW TEA APRIL 18: Please join the women of St. Luke's for the 7th Annual UMW Ladies Tea at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 18 in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets are on sale TODAY in the Welcome Hall of Building C before and after worship. For more information contact Annmarie Alamia at landogal@hotmail.com. 2nd LIEUTENANT MIKE McGAHAN ANNUAL MEMORIAL CAR WASH: Join the Military Support Ministry on Saturday, April 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in front of Building C. Cost is $5.00. Donations welcome. The Classic Car Cluster Group will have cars on display. Proceeds assist deployed military and veterans. TRAILBLAZERS LUNCH: Meet Sunday, April 19 at 12:30 p.m. at Bravos at 7924 Via Dellagio Way. This group for 65+ women meets monthly and welcomes newcomers. Call Barbara at 407.363.5635 for reservations. FAST TRACK TO MEMBERSHIP RETREAT: This two-night/three-day retreat is Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3. Sessions cover the first three classes in the membership process. Attendees can then start the final class at St. Luke’s on Sunday evening. Cost is $75.00. Contact connect@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262. CLUSTER GROUPS: Visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups for details about groups that connect based on location, affinity, or life stage. Email connect@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for help getting connected. Travel: Join this new group TODAY in Building B Room 201 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. as they share travel experiences, travel books and movies and plan future adventures together. This group is open to all ages. Contact connect@st.lukes.org for more information. Military and Friends: This group brings together active/retired military from any branch of service, spouses, family, friends, and community members. Email military.cluster@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.5532. West Orange Connection: Meet on the last Friday of every month at 7:00 p.m. to enjoy appetizers, beverages, and mingle. The next meeting is Friday, April 17. R.S.V.P. to westorange.cluster@st.lukes.org. Classic Cars: Email classiccars.cluster@st.lukes.org for information. See our cars on display at the 2nd Lieutenant Mike McGahan Annual Memorial Car Wash. See details above. Keene’s Pointe: If you live in or near Keene’s Pointe, come meet other St. Lukers living in the area. Family blueberry picking at Beck Brother’s Farm is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, April 19. For more details email keenespointe.cluster@st.lukes.org. Open Arms LGBTQA: This affirming group is open to all LGBTQ persons and straight allies. Meet on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. Contact openarms.cluster@ st.lukes.org for information. Paper Arts: Gather on the second Thursday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Building A Room 114 to explore art projects like scrapbooking and card making. The next meeting is May 14. For more information email paperarts.cluster@st.lukes.org. WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS OF TEENS: Is it difficult communicating with your teen? Attend The Five Love Languages of Teenagers workshop on Wednesday, April 15 and 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Building B Room 201. Parents of teens age 12-19 are welcome. This event is sponsored by the St. Luke's Community Counseling Center and is led by Deborah Ainsworth, M.A. Call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 to pre-register. HEARTS TO HANDS KNITTING: Take FREE classes on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. in Building B Room 204. STEPHEN MINISTERS: In need of a caring Christian who can provide a listening ear during difficult times? Call our Care office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or email care@st.lukes.org to be confidentially matched. COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER: Receive counseling in areas such as stress management, depression, domestic violence, and grief. Any budget accommodated. Call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 for appointments. CONNECT WITH ST. LUKE'S: Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook at stlukesorlando. To subscribe to the pastor’s Weekly Update and to St. Luke’s devotions email social@st.lukes.org. NEW TO ST. LUKE'S? Visit the Connection Point in the Rotunda of Building C to pick up a First Time Guest Welcome Packet. Let us help you get connected. Contact the Connect office at 407.876.4991 ext.*262 or connect@st.lukes.org.
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GROW SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH: Children: Children will learn about Jesus as He spreads God’s message beyond Easter. On April 12 stop by the welcome window on the first floor of Building B for room assignments. Youth: For more information and to subscribe to the monthly youth newsletter email youth@st.lukes. org. Visit st.lukes.org/youth for the latest news and events. 5th and 6th Grade (MERGE): A collaborative ministry between Children’s and Youth Ministries designed specifically for 5th and 6th graders where activities connect scripture with everyday life. Meet in the Attic of Building C from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 7th and 8th Grade: Grow deeper in the Bible with your fellow students. Meet in Building C Room 205207 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 9th through 12th Grade: Build a stronger faith connection. Meet in Building C Room 204-206 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. YOUTH GROUP: Students in grades 6-12 meet Sundays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C for dinner, activities, Bible study, music and worship. Join the Youth Praise Team which meets in the Attic of Building C at 4:00 p.m. There will be a special COMMIT Campaign update this week. Join us! WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER: The menu for Wednesday, April 15 will include BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, tater tots, a veggie, salad, rolls, dessert and a drink. Cost is $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for children over 5, and $3.00 for children under 5. There is a $20.00 family max. Dinner is from 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Welcome Hall of Building C. Sign up at st.lukes.org/thrive or at the Thrive table in the Welcome Hall by 12:00 p.m. each Monday. Reserve childcare at www.st.lukes.org/childcare. WEDNESDAY THRIVE: Elementary children can participate in fun programs. Sign in begins at 3:00 p.m. in Building A Room 201 and is followed by children’s choir. Pick up children at 5:00 p.m. At 6:15 p.m. sign in begins in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium for children participating in spiritual formation rotations. Pick up children at 8:00 p.m. Register at www.st.lukes.org/children. YOUTH INTEREST GROUPS: Students in grades 6-12 can participate in different groups including group games, cooking, and painting on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information and room numbers email youth@st.lukes.org. ADULT GROWTH GROUPS: Visit st.lukes.org/grow for current class offerings. We have classes on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., weekdays and weeknights. Topics include Bible studies, prayer, and Christian life. EXEGESIS: Pastor Bill’s Exegesis class will resume on Thursday, May 14, after his return from the Holy Land. CONTEMPLATIVE WAY: This centering/silent prayer and Lectio Divina study group of men and women join together to practice prayer and study scripture. The group gathers at 9:30 a.m. and begins centering/ silent prayer time at 10:00 a.m. followed by Lectio Divina. For more information email grow@st.lukes.org. KOINONIA: This class of dynamic senior adults studies a variety of different topics and supports one another with prayer and care throughout the week. Meeting time is 9:30 a.m. in Building A Room 113115. (65+ couples & singles) NEW DIRECTIONS: A great group of primarily “empty nesters” committed to both study and service. Meeting time is 9:30 a.m. in Building C Room 208-210. (50+ couples & singles) NEW SOUL MATES STUDY: Learn more about the 12 apostles through this interactive study. This class is focused on couples who want to discuss the keys to a loving and sacred relationship. The class will examine the relationship between Jesus and his disciples. This class meets at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 208-210. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Registration is now open for VBS (June 15- 19, 2015). Register at st.lukes.org/ children. Kids will explore how to put their faith into action with skateboards, running shoes, roller blades, and more! In this mission-focused VBS, kids experience God’s unstoppable love and discover how to fuel up and move in and through life with God. VBS is from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. daily (limited space for extended day). Cost is $35.00 and ages 4-rising 6th graders can attend. Limited space available for 3-yearolds for adults who are serving. 7th graders-high school students may serve for community service hours. Email children@st.lukes.org with questions.
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SERVE Within the Community TODAY IS SERVE SUNDAY: Visit the serve table in the Rotunda of Building C TODAY. Learn more about Circles® Orange County, the Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE), and other training and serving opportunities. CIRCLES INFORMATION SESSIONS: We have formed two Circles classes and are currently recruiting to form our 3rd class in Fall 2015. Each class consists of individuals working to get out of poverty (Circle Leaders) who are matched with two or three middle or upper middle-income individuals (Allies). Allies and Leaders grow friendships and walk together to support and empower each other to reach selfdetermined goals. Come to the Rotunda today to learn about becoming a Circle Ally or Leader and pick up our 2014 Annual Report! Sessions will be held on Sunday, April 19 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the Pastor’s Conference Room and on Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room. C.O.P.E. (COST OF POVERTY EXPERIENCE): Sign up for C.O.P.E. on either Wednesday, April 15 (at the Citrus Bowl in the Varsity Club from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.), or Sunday, April 26 (at St. Luke’s in the Fellowship Hall from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.). This two hour simulation provides a brief glimpse into what it feels like to walk in the shoes of a family just trying to survive on an income between 100% and 200% of the federal poverty level. Training is appropriate for middle school age and older individuals. Contact Dorothea Lee at 407.876.4991 ext. *347 or dlee@st.lukes.org for information and to register. For more information on the mission opportunities shown below, please contact Kellie Brinker at kbrinker@ st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. Coalition Meal Ministry: Need community service hours or just want to serve with family and friends? St. Luke’s is preparing dinner for the Coalition for the Homeless on Saturday, April 18. We need bakers from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the St. Luke’s main kitchen in Building C; cooks from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the shelter and servers from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the shelter. Elementary age children may be involved in baking and serving. Cooks must be high school age or older. Family Promise: Help provide hospitality, meals, or serve as an evening or overnight host. Family Promise helps homeless working families become self-sufficient. This is a great way for students to earn community service hours. To sign-up or donate needed items visit www.carecalendar.org. Use calendar ID: 5382 and security code 1111 to logon. Florida City Intergenerational Mission Trip: We are still in need of volunteers to help build a safe playground on the Branches UMC campus from May 22 to 25. Thirty building volunteers are needed. This trip is open to all ages and there will be age appropriate tasks and activities. Find further information about the experience and the application at www.st.lukes.org/serve, under “Upcoming Mission Events.” Winter Garden Habitat Construction: Lend a hand to help provide housing for two families in East Winter Garden. Join the Habitat team at 493 and 555 Bethune Avenue. Workdays are Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Saturday’s from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (lunch included). No experience necessary. Please call the Habitat Hotline weekly (407.876.4991 ext. *344) for updates and changes due to weather or inspections. Closed toe shoes required, minimum age is 16 years old. UMW BAZAAR DONATIONS: Crafters are in need of floral and craft supplies, jewelry, lace doilies, doll house miniatures, buttons, Christmas decorations, garden pots/decor, mason jars, upscale new/used clothing, Christmas/regular sweaters, antiques and $10 Publix gift certificates. Place items by the lattice in the corner of Fellowship Hall. Crafters meet Tuesday mornings 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All are welcome! Within Our Church To sign up for the opportunities below email worship@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext.*253. Reception Help: Reception desk volunteers are needed to answer the phone and greet guests. Welcome Worshippers At 11:00: Be an usher at the 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship service! Serve one Sunday each month. Welcome the congregation, collect the offering, and facilitate worship. Help With Worship: Volunteer once a month for weekly setup/tear down of the flooring and chairs. Team captains and coordinators are also needed to assist with scheduling teams. Set Design: Work with the Worship Design Team to bring each sermon series to life in our worship. Bass and Guitar Players: Has God blessed you with the gifts to play your instrument in worship? Video Teams: Help with taping and editing the 9:30 a.m. services for both worship venues. Assist With Worship Slides: Advance the slides during re•define, Contemporary Worship service at 11:00 a.m. Training is provided. Sanctuary Choir: If you love to sing, join us in the choir room (Building B Room 209) Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The choir sings every Sunday at the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services.
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