MINISTRY GUIDE MAY 1, 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 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. David Stephens, Minister of Care Pastor David will preach all three traditional worship service on Sunday, May 22. Each service will be followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall.
Contemporary Worship 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.
Infant Baptism Class TODAY at 4:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. No reservations required.
Healing Prayer Service TODAY at 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in the Building C Chapel.
Baptism Immersion Service On Sunday, May 22 at 3:00 p.m. all children, youth, and adults who would like to be baptized for the first time or who would like to reaffirm their baptism can do so at St. Luke's annual lake baptism event. Those seeking to be baptized for the first time should attend one of the baptism classes being offered on Sunday, May 8 or May 15 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Building C. R.S.V.P. at st.lukes.org/baptism. Email connect@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for more information.
Worship Order Prelude Gathering Choral Introit “He is Exalted” (8:00) Kendall Jolly, soloist
“People Arise!” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn ”To God Be the Glory”....................................#98 *Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Offering and Offertory “Shout to the North” (8:00) Kendal Jolly and Amy Martin Cole, duet
“Just a Closer Walk With Thee” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir with Kendal Jolly, soloist
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.........................................................#94 Scripture Luke 5:27-39 Sermon “What's in a Name? Radical” Ministry Video The Sacrament of Holy Communion Music During Communion “Be Still and Know” Kendal Jolly and Amy Martin Cole, duet
“Take and Eat” The Handbell Choir with Kendal Jolly, soloist
“Speak, Lord, in the Stillness” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Hymn ”God of Grace and God of Glory” (vs. 1, 2, and 4)................................................#577 *Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You” *Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
Flowers on the altar are given in memory of Tom Stead by his wife, Mary Ann, and his family.
Children's Musical - "Back to the Cross" On Saturday, May 7 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary, all are invited to attend this “Kids Musical Adventure Through Time” featuring St. Luke’s kindergarteners through eighth graders. No R.S.V.P or tickets required.
Do You Love to Sing? Join our Summer Choir! Help lead worship on July 3 and 24. On July 3 we will sing “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Join us during the first hour of choir rehearsals on June 15 and 22 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building B Room 209 Share sermon videos by visiting st.lukes.org/worship
CONNECT Pastor David Stephens Inaugural 5K Walk/Run Celebrate Pastor David Stephens' 28 years of ministry on Saturday, May 21 at 8:00 a.m. in Windermere (arrive by 7:30 a.m.). Register to run, walk, or volunteer at st.lukes.org/5k or at the table in the Welcome Hall of Building C. $25/ person (immediate family max of $60). Proceeds support David’s passions of Family Assistance and Recreation at St. Luke’s. Volunteers needed. Contact Chris Smith, Director of Family & Recreational Ministries, at csmith@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *290 for questions. Over the next month, a love offering will be collected for Pastor David. Write "Pastor David Love Offering" in the memo line and drop in the offering plate/basket, bring to the race registration table, mail to the church office, or give online at st.lukes.org/give (designated to Pastor Dave).
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 to get connected.
Bicyclists, West Orange Area, and Young Adults (20s and 30s) 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 the May Connect and Care Catalog from campus information racks for details. • New Running Cluster Group: Meet on the third Saturday of every month to run/walk and enjoy fellowship! Meet on Saturday, May 21 at the check-in desk at 7:30 a.m. at the David Stephens Inaugural 5K Walk/Run in Windermere. Contact running.cluster@st.lukes.org.
Prime Time Adults (60+ Senior Ministries) Pick up a May newsletter from campus information racks for a full list of senior groups and activities. • Senior Sunday Brunch: Join us TODAY at 12:30 p.m. at NaraDeva Thai Restaurant on Millenia Plaza Way. See you there! • Train Dominos: Wednesday, May 4 at 1:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. Bring a bag lunch. For questions call 407.876.4991 ext. *290. • Luncheon and Program: Join us on Friday, May 20 at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for a delicious lunch and a special guest of honor. R.S.V.P. to 407.295.4348 by Tuesday, May 17. Weekly Exercise for Adults (in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium) Visit st.lukes.org/sports or call 407.876.4991 ext. *290 for information. • Evening Exercise (6:00 p.m. Tues./Thurs., $5/class or $30/month) • 50+ Exercise (10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Mon./Wed., $2/class) • 50+ Stretch/Strength (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tues./Thurs., $2/class) • 50+ Yoga (9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Fridays, $2/class) Basketball Thursdays Join us on Thursdays in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium for basketball from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fellowship, play and meet other St. Lukers.
Grief & Celebration of Life Group Join Pastor David Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Building B Room 203.
Military Support Ministry Event On Saturday, May 7 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. help the Military Ministry host a bingo game/ice cream social for VA Hospital residents. R.S.V.P. to care@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for additional details. For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect
GROW Calling all Middle and High School Students
• Join us for one of the most fun weeks of
the summer! Sign up for Week 5 at Warren Willis Camp to join other St. Lukers. Only a few spots left! • All middle and high school students are invited to a Lock In on Friday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. Sign up at st.lukes.org/youth! Cost is $25.00.
Grandparent and Me Camp: Dive In This Summer! Grandparents and their grandchildren ages 5-12 can enjoy a weekend of faith formation and family bonding through the Life Enrichment Center in Fruitland Park. Campfires and s’mores, games, swimming, and canoeing are just a few of the activities. Register at lecfamily.org for either June 27-30 or July 18-21.
Grow Ministries Class Catalog St. Luke’s offers a variety of classes for spiritual growth for children, youth, and adults. Pick up a copy of the May Grow Ministries Class Catalog from campus information racks.
Wednesday THRIVE Dinner and Programming Join us for dinner from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Welcome Hall of Building C. View menus through May and 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 oor of Building B on Sunday mornings for information and room assignments. Our adventures will study how the Disciples went out to start the early church. Visit st.lukes. org/children for details on children’s events or pick up the Children’s Ministries Chalkboard Calendar from campus information racks.
Vacation Bible School and Summer Camps Registration is now open at st.lukes.org/camps. Students (grades 7-12) register to receive community service hours at st.lukes.org/youth. • VBS Block Party: June 20-24: (Preschool-Rising 6th grade) 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $35 • God’s Big Backyard: July 11-15: (Preschool, having completed a preschool 3 year old class through graduating VPK) 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost $50 • Neighborhood Camps: July 25-29 and August 1-5: (Rising Kindergarten-Rising 6th grade) 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Half-day option (for rising Kindergarten) from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Full Day Cost - $125 Half-Day Cost - $60. AM Extended Day Cost-$50
Youth Summer Activities View details, sign up to volunteer, and sign up for the Youth Newsletter at st.lukes.org/youth. • June 8: Rise (for students rising from 5th to 6th grade) from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C • June 8: Youth End of School/Beginning of Summer Party from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C • June 20 to June 24: Vacation Bible School and Momentum (Volunteer)
For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow
SERVE Shalom Jail and Prison Ministry In worship today, you heard about one program of the Shalom Ministry – the Shalom Reading Club. There is much more to this ministry! Come to the North Welcome Hall in Building C and learn more about the Shalom Reading and Pen Pal programs. Meet the volunteers who run the reading and the Pen Pal ministries and see the artwork of some of the inmates on display.
Singin' in the Rain Tickets Available Now - Only 25 Tickets Left St. Lukers, East Winter Garden Arts After 5 families, and the Circles Community will join together to enjoy the afternoon show of Singin’ in the Rain at the Garden Theatre in downtown Winter Garden. Arts After 5 students have created art for the lobby and are in the pre-show film. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, ages 60+, and $15 for children 12 and under). Purchase tickets at st.lukes.org/rain.
Family and Group Service Opportunities For details refer to the May Serve in Community Catalog in campus brochure racks and the Serve display tables in the North Welcome Hall of Building C, go to st.lukes.org/serve, email serve@st.lukes.org, or call 407.876.4991 ext. *285.Serve with St. Luke's at the following organizations: • SecondHarvest Food Bank: May 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Second Harvest Food Bank collects, stores and distributes donated food to more than 550 feeding partners in six Central Florida counties. Help sort donations. • Community Food Outreach: This organization transforms lives by providing food, crisis care, opportunities for education and employment and a hand up to those fighting to break the cycle of poverty. Volunteers help stock the shelves, sort clothing and donated goods, and much more. Help out on Family Night on May 13 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m or sign up for three hour shifts on May 14 or 15. • Clean the World: May 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Clean the World saves millions of lives by recycling soap and hygiene products from hotels. Since 2009, they have distributed more than 22 million bars of soap in 96 countries reducing the death rate due to pneumonia and cholera–two of the top killers of children under 5. Sign up to help sort donated hygiene products to be hygienically recycled.
Save the Date The Spring Jobs Partnership class will graduate on Monday, May 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Orlando in downtown.
Serve Within Our Church Visit st.lukes.org/serve and click on “Serve on Campus” for a list of oncampus service opportunities, pick up a Serve on Campus Catalog from campus information racks, or call 407.876.4991 ext. *223.
Camera Operators Record worship at 9:30 a.m. in either venue. Training provided. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to get started!
Grammar and Spelling Whiz Needed Help edit church publications from home. Email social@st.lukes.org to learn more about this need. For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve
COMMIT St. Luke's Summer Musical Auditions: Big River Auditions will be held TODAY and Monday, May 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Auditions by appointment only; all roles are non-paid. To schedule an audition email theatre@st.lukes.org with the subject line: "Audition." Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Seeking diverse ensemble of actors for multiple character roles, singers, dancers, and musicians. Specifically looking for guitar, banjo, and harmonica players. Visit st.lukes.org/audition for full details.
COMMIT Campaign Groundbreaking: Sunday, May 15 Save the date for a groundbreaking celebration within each worship service as we begin construction on Founder's Hall and the Barnes Learning Center. Be sure to dress appropriately as all worshipers will walk to the new building site as part of the worship experience. Enjoy cake after each service thanks to our general contractors Aagaar-Juergensen, LLC. View an exciting video update on Commit Campaign progress at st.lukes.org/commit.
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.
March Finance Update The 2016 Quarter 1 Stewardship Update video is now available for viewing at st.lukes.org/stewardship. Financial information through the end of March can be viewed at st.lukes.org/stewardship. Actual YTD Budget YTD Contributions & Support Receipts: $955,039 $915,000 Expenses (Net of Ministry Receipts): $861,455 $956,401 Total over (under): $93,584 ($41,401) For stewardship and COMMIT Campaign updates visit st.lukes.org/commit
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