FEBRUARY 2, 2014
May 25, 2014
WORSHIP What's up with worship? The sermon series “St. Luke’s Celebrates” is all about celebrating and rejoicing in the gift of new life happening all around us. Help us lift up the diverse and unique individuals within our congregation and our community. Each week we will honor a different group of people (i.e. children, women, men, students), hear some of their stories, and find ways we can connect and grow together through St. Luke’s ministries. Join us as we celebrate the gift of resurrection and what it means to be a part of this unique body of Christ!
Traditional Worship Prelude Gathering for Worship Choral Introit “People, Arise!” The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn “This Is My Father's World” .................................#144
This week in worship... We are celebrating the faithful members of our congregation who have served our community with their prayers, presence, gifts and witness. We can draw wisdom from these faithful followers of Jesus Christ to guide us into the future of service at St. Luke's and beyond.
Join us!
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music “We Have One Faith” The Sanctuary Choir
Recognition of Stephen Ministers Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
Liturgical Worship
Sundays at 8:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Today's Message: The Rev. Jad Denmark
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.....94 *Hymn “My Faith Looks Up To Thee”..............................#452
Traditional Worship
Scripture: Psalm 71:17-18 2 Corinthians 4:16 Sermon: "St. Luke's Celebrates Faithfulness"
Contemporary Worship
*Hymn
Sundays at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Today's Message: The Rev. Jad Denmark Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: The Rev. Corey Jones re·define: Contemporary·Family·Worship Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: The Rev. Corey Jones
Series: St. Luke's Celebrates
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”..................................#140
*Benediction & Benediction Response “The Lord Bless and Keep You”
*Postlude
For sermon videos and worship schedules visit st.lukes.org/worship.
UNEWS Welcome to the new UNEWS section of your worship guide! Each week we will highlight events, inspiring stories from St. Lukers, and specific ways to worship, connect, grow and serve during this season or sermon series.
Save the Date Mark your calendars for our big “St. Luke’s Celebrates Church” event on Pentecost, Sunday, June 8, on the front field. The inflatable games (including a giant water slide), kid zone carnival, indoor board games and food trucks will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Admission to the event is free and you can purchase food from the food trucks or pack a picnic lunch. Bring your summer fun clothes and a towel so you can stay for the festivities after worship.
Offering to Benefit Summer Camps On Youth Sunday, June 1, we will be receiving a special offering for the Camping Ministry of the Florida United Methodist Conference. The offering will provide scholarships for kids to attend camp this summer and will also be used for the enhancement of the camp facility at Fruitland Park, north of Leesburg. The Warren Willis Camp was the first such youth camp in the denomination and was the model for other church-based camping ministries around the country.
Honor Pastor Jim Harnish St. Luke’s founding pastor Jim Harnish will retire from Hyde Park UMC in Tampa this summer. There will be a service celebrating his 40 years in ministry on Sunday, June 8 at 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of Hyde Park United Methodist Church (500 W. Platt St. Tampa, FL 33606). Reception to follow in the Activities Center. You can also help Jim’s legacy continue by contributing to the James A. Harnish Scholarship Fund, a permanent endowment at Duke Divinity School. The scholarship will give priority to United Methodist students in Florida, especially favoring those from Hyde Park, St. Luke’s, Howe Memorial, and Trinity UMC. For more information contact The Duke University Divinity School Office of External Relations at 919.660.3456.
St. Luke's Closed for Memorial Day St. Luke's campus will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.
Baptism Service
Executive Director of Worship, Bradley Roberts, and Associate Director of Contemporary Music, Steven Leonard, lead attendees in "Amazing Grace" at the Baptism by Immersion service.
Giving at a Glance Feeling Inspired to give today? Use the QR code to give directly from your mobile device or make your contribution through electronic funds transfer (EFT) online at st.lukes.org. Choose "Online Giving" at the top of the page or under the Commit tab. You can also place your gifts in the offering plate during worship.
Connect CLUSTER GROUPS: See what the St. Luke’s cluster groups are up to at st.lukes.org/clustergroups. Interested in starting a cluster group? Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262. WEST ORANGE CONNECTION: Come join us at the Sacred Olive, 125 West Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden, on Friday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $15.00 per person and includes sampling the world’s best olive oils and vinegars, as well as some other tasty appetizers and desserts. Please R.S.V.P. to westorange.cluster@st.lukes.org no later than Monday, May 26. SCHOOL OF THE ARTS: For more information about any of the camps listed below contact Cindy Brough at cbrough@st.lukes.org. Take the Stage Camp: June 23-27 for grades 1-8 (as of Fall 2014). Campers will enjoy acting, singing and dancing on stage while creating a musical theater production with a great message. Change the World Camp: July 7-11 for grades 1-8 (as of Fall 2014). Campers will participate in hands-on service projects and learn ways to be a world changer for God. Spark the Imagination Camp: July 14-18 for grades K-6 (as of Fall 2014). Campers can choose from a variety of half-day options in music, art, culinary and performance. ZUMBA DANCE CLASS: Join certified Zumba instructor, Becca Jo Cross, on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. starting May 27 in Building A Room 202 for this fun, high-energy dance class! This School of the Arts class is currently offered free (donations accepted). Wear your workout clothes and gym shoes. Contact Cindy Brough at cbrough@st.lukes.org or 407.876.5226. HEALTH AND FITNESS OPPORTUNITIES: Evening Exercise: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Cost is $5 per class or $30 per month. First class is free. 50+ Exercise Classes: Join us in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium for low impact aerobic classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or for strength for life classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Cost is $2 per class. SENIOR SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH: We will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 1 at the Red Lobster at Kirkman Rd. and International Drive. Call Becky Garner at 407.351.4875 for reservations or cancellations. ABUNDANT LIFE WORKSHOPS: To register for these free workshops call 407.876.4991 ext.*250. HANDWRITING ANALYSIS WORKSHOP: On Wednesday, June 18 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room have fun exploring and interpreting handwriting and its meaning. A series of interactive and fun exercises will be presented. Pre-registration is required. MEDITATION FOR RELAXATION & STRESS: Wednesday, June 25 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room. Pre-registration required. UNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S TEA: On Saturday, June 28 at 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, all women are invited to the 5th annual ladies’ tea sponsored by the UMW. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets today in the Welcome Hall between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Tickets are $15.00 (non-refundable) and must be purchased by June 15. All proceeds go to local missions. AN EAR TO LISTEN AND A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON: Did you know that anyone who attends St. Luke’s has a wonderful resource in times of need? The Stephen Ministry is a confidential group of trained Christians who want to help during any crisis you may be facing. No issue is too small. Contact the Connect and Care Office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or email Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. HOLY SMOKE BARBEQUE BROTHERS: Come join other St. Luke's men for great barbeque as well as casual conversation, fun, and fellowship. We will meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at various BBQ restaurants around Central Florida. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.
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Grow SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH: On Sunday, June 1 there will be no elementary, middle school, or high school Sunday programming. Children: Children preschool through grade 4 will journey with Peter as we all learn to grow into disciples of Jesus Christ. Stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings for room assignments. Youth: 5th and 6th Grade MERGE: Activities connect scripture with everyday living. Meet in the Attic of Building C from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Email Jayne Andrews at jandrews@st.lukes.org for more information. 7th and 8th Grade ECHO: Grow deeper in the Bible with your fellow students. Meet in Building C Room 205-207 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Email Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org for more information. 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. Contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org with questions. SUMMER SUNDAY PROGRAMMING: June 8 through August 17 at 9:30 a.m. only. Elementary: Turn the pages for some rhyming fun and Psalms of ton. Come and enjoy Psalms of thanks, trust, and peace through children’s favorite poets like Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein, and Jack Pselutsky who have written current poems with a life lesson. Meet in Building A Room 201. Youth: Learn about the “Armor of God.” 5th and 6th grade will meet in the Attic of Building C. 7th and 8th grade will meet in Building C Room 204-206. YOUTH MINISTRIES WEEKLY PROGRAMMING: Join in activities, Bible study, music and worship in the Attic of Building C. High School Youth Group (grades 9-12) meets Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fuel (for middle school students/grades 6-8) meets Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Stay up to date by visiting st.lukes.org/youth. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org with questions. CALLING ALL GRADUATES: St. Luke’s will recognize graduates (high school, college, grad school, etc.) on Sunday, June 1 at both 11:00 a.m. services. There will also be a slide show in the welcome hall. To participate in Grad Sunday R.S.V.P. to Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org with your name, picture, and future plans. 5TH GRADE RI5E NIGHT: This Milestone Celebration for rising 5th grade graduates and their parents will take place Thursday, June 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Celebrate the milestone of graduating to middle school with games, music, food, and more. R.S.V.P. to Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org. EXEGESIS: Exegesis (Pastor Bill’s Thursday night Bible Study) will be taking a break for the summer. Join us Thursday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209 for the last class of this season. Bring your Bible and dig deeper into the scripture. JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH PASTOR BILL IN 2015: The next Holy Land pilgrimage will begin on April 22, 2015. The 12-day tour in Israel will be followed by an optional 4-day tour to Jordan, including a visit to Petra and Mt. Nebo. Full brochures are available in the racks across campus. MAKING SENSE OF THE BIBLE: Join this summer Bible study and promote discussion on the Bible’s toughest questions. The cost of the book is $16.00. The class will meet Sundays starting June 1 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 204-206. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org to register. Beginnings: This is an exciting introduction to Christian beliefs, history and practice. We discuss subject matters including the Trinity, Theodicy and the Sacraments. Don’t know these terms? Perfect! Learn them with us. Classes start Sunday, June 1 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 203 and Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 206. Sign up online at st.lukes.org/grow. WESLEY WAY: This class dives into the history of John Wesley and the Methodist movement and Wesleyan Theology for us today. Learn about Wesley and how his values continue to impact the modern church. Classes start Sunday, June 1 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 208-210 and Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204. Sign up online at st.lukes.org/grow. DECIDE: Class begins Sunday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m. in Building C Room 208-210. The four weeks of the Decide Class include Spiritual Disciplines, the Bible in 12 Words, Meet Jesus on the Road, and Commit: Discovering Joy through Simplicity and Generosity. Sign up online at st.lukes.org/grow. ONCE UPON A TIME: Discover the wonderful magic inside every story by connecting faith with current literature. This new class for preschoolers will meet in the Sanctuary from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on June 26, July 1, July 10, July 28, and August 1. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org for more information. MEN’S GROUP: St. Luke’s offers a men’s study group on Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. Come before you head to work. Meet in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C for discussion and fellowship. Contact Joline Krolicki at jkrolicki@st.lukes.org for more information. For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/grow.
Serve Within our Community For more information or to sign up for any of the opportunities “Within Our Community,” contact Megan England at mengland@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *238. EAST WINTER GARDEN HABITAT GROUNDBREAKING: Attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Fikes family at 555 Bethune Avenue on Saturday, May 31 at 8:00 a.m. Workday starts after ceremony (come prepared). We are also looking for Core Team, Lunch and Special Volunteer Groups Coordinators. COST OF POVERTY EXPERIENCE (C.O.P.E.): Walk in the shoes of families living in poverty. C.O.P.E. is required to serve in East Winter Garden and recommended for anyone serving in the community. Sunday, June 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall (upper elementary age and up). EDUCATIONAL IMPACT SPECIAL EVENTS: The Mollie Ray and Pineloch Elementary School Educational IMPACT coordinating teams invite you to the following events and service opportunities. Pineloch (3101 Woods Ave. Orlando): • Assist with the Final Math Bee for 4th grade students from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 5th grade students from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, May 30. Schools involved: Cypress Park, Eccelston, Mollie Ray, Pineloch. Mollie Ray (2000 Beecher St. Orlando): •Celebrate 5th grade graduation on Monday, June 2 (time to be announced). • Attend the 5th grade graduation banquet on Tuesday, June 3. Volunteers are needed to help set up and tear down (time to be announced). • Join the 3rd Annual Math Bee on Thursday, May 29 at 9:00 a.m. Please join us in cheering on the 4th grade contestants as they compete in the cafeteria. • Have fun at the Math Madness Ice Cream Party on Friday, May 30 at 2:00 p.m. Come and join the 3rd graders as they celebrate mastering their times tables. SPONSOR A CHILD IN ETHIOPIA: For $38 a month, you can sponsor a child to provide education, food, access to health care and connection with a church in one of the most impoverished slums in the capital, Addis Ababa. Children’s ages range from 4 to 12 years. Forms must be submitted by Monday, June 9. JEWELRY RE-SALE: Pam Carter, wife of our Bishop, has organized a Jewelry Re-sale to benefit Young Adult Missions at this year’s Annual Conference in June. All jewelry donations are welcome (costume or otherwise, even broken pieces are needed). Please place each piece in its own Ziploc style bag (unless it’s a set). Label the bag with the brand and material if known and bring to the church office in Building C. BLOOD DRIVE: The Bloodmobile will be at St. Luke’s on Sunday, June 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions. Within our Church WORK ON "BIG FISH: A MUSICAL OF MYTHICAL PROPORTIONS": Share your talents through the St. Luke’s summer musical. Musicians and production personnel (lighting/sound/costume crew) email Director Steve MacKinnon at smackinnon@st.lukes.org for details. SUMMER CHOIR: We’ll be rehearsing at 8:45 a.m. in Building B Room 209 (the choir room) for the 9:30 a.m. traditional worship service July 13, July 27, August 10, and August 24. We don’t wear robes in the summer so come as you are. CONNECTION POINT VOLUNTEERS: Help St. Lukers and guests get connected with each other, with the ministries of St. Luke’s and with Christ. The time commitment is ONLY one-half hour a month! Training available. Please contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org if this is a way you would like to serve. COMMUNION SERVERS: Communion is served every Sunday at the Liturgical Worship service at 8:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. Communion servers are needed once a quarter. No experience or training necessary! For more information, contact Amy Winslow at awinslow@st.lukes.org. VBS 2014: Use your heart, talents, and imagination to serve at Vacation Bible School 2014. VBS runs from June 16 to 20 (9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.). Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org to volunteer. CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES PROJECT BAGS: We have lots of simple projects (i.e. cutting and sorting) that can be done at home! Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258. SUNDAY COFFEE TEAM: Volunteers are needed to make and replenish coffee on the second Sunday of the month. Please contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st.lukes.org if you are interested. MARKETING INTERNSHIP: Assist with website updates, social media, the summer musical and more! Contact Dawn Fleming at dfleming@st.lukes.org for more information or to submit a resume. For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/serve.