MINISTRY GUIDE JUNE 12, 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 The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Care
Contemporary Worship 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams, Lead Pastor Visit st.lukes.org/schedule to view the worship schedule.
Do You Love to Sing? Join our Summer Choir! Sing in our Summer Choir! Be a part of leading 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 to get familiar with the songs. If you’d like to be a part of the Summer Singing Ministry, we will see you on one or both of the above rehearsal dates. If you feel you can sight read quickly, then show up on July 3 and/or July 24. No reservations required! Email worship@st.lukes.org with questions.
Quilts Special thanks to Bernie Lamoreaux and Linda Williams for the beautiful quilts displayed on the altars and hanging in both worship venues during this sermon series. If you enjoy quilting, consider joining Hearts to Hands ministry. For more information call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or email care@st.lukes.org.
Worship Order Prelude Gathering Choral Introit “Majesty” (8:00) The Mixed Ensemble
“Our God is God” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” (vs. 1, 2, and 5)................................................#139 *Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music “I Saw the Light” (8:00) The Mixed Ensemble
“I Saw the Light” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Prayers of the People The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Who'll Be a Witness” (8:00) The Mixed Ensemble
“Reap What You Sow” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.........................................................#94 Scripture Luke 8:5-15 Sermon “Sowing Seeds” *Hymn “For the Fruits of This Creation” (played to tune #688)....................................#97 *Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You” *Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
The flowers on the altar are given in memory of Millard Jones & Joseph Gall by Ron & Jeanne Gall & family. The flowers in the narthex are given in loving memory of Jessica Lee Hazelrigg by her family.
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CONNECT Line Dancing, Root Beer Floats, and a Mechanical Bull Join us today from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a free church-wide country hoedown and BBQ complete with a live bluegrass band, line dancing, country costume contest, and more. RSVP at the tables in the Welcome Hall of Building C TODAY or visit st.lukes.org/hoedown!
Ministry Fair TODAY Visit the tables in the South Welcome Hall of Building C TODAY between worship services to learn more about St. Luke’s ministries and opportunities for you to worship, connect, grow, serve, and commit throughout the summer.
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.
Soccer Registration Opens July 1 Visit st.lukes.org/sports to learn more about St. Luke's fall soccer league for boys and girls of all skill level entering VPK - 7th grade.
Save the Date - Big River the Musical Tickets for the summer musical "Big River" go on sale July 3 on campus and online at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Show dates include August 12-14 and 18-21. All tickets are $12 each for reserved seats. Get your tickets early!
Prime Time Adults (60+ Senior Ministries) June 60+ Senior Newsletters are available in campus info racks. • Prime Time Adults Senior Luncheon: No June meeting due to Vacation Bible School activities. Please join us in July.
Painting, Adult Singles (40+), and Travel 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 "Connect and Care" catalog from campus information racks for details. • New Running Cluster Group: Meet monthly on the third Saturday! Walkers welcome. Email running.cluster@st.lukes.org for details. • Food for Thought: This healthy eating cluster group meets on the second Monday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. First meeting on June 13 at Pammie’s Sammies at 5907 Turkey Lake Rd, for a pressure-cooking demonstration. Cost is $5.00 per person for tasting. Email foodforthought.cluster@st.lukes.org for information.
Weekly Exercise and Sports 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) • Open Gym Basketball (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursdays, free)
For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect
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GROW iFound Four On Sunday, July 17 at 3:00 p.m., St. Lukers will host an “iFound Four” ice cream social in neighborhoods across Orlando. These parties are a chance to create a network of St. Luke’s friends close to home for socializing and caring for one another during times of celebration or need. Attend an event and challenge yourself to meet four new people. Parties are planned in YOUR neighborhood! RSVP at st.lukes.org/summer.
Adult Spiritual Formation: The Parables of Jesus Jesus’ Parables are engaging stories that share spiritual truths in a relatable way. Join in a study that accompanies the "Pull Up a Chair: Front Porch Parables" sermon series starting Wednesday, June 8 at 10:00 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 5 at 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. Register at st.lukes.org/grow.
Children’s Ministries Stop by the Welcome Window on the first floor of Building B on Sunday mornings to check in children. Infants, toddlers, and preschool will be in the "Surf Shack" learning lessons that show God's amazing love. Elementary-aged children will have combined classes in Building A Room 201 today and on June 19. Ride a wave for summer fun! Rising 5th graders will join Merge in the Attic of Building C on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. For details on children's events visit st.lukes.org/children.
Vacation Bible School and Summer Camps Registration is now open at st.lukes.org/camps. Students (grades 7-12) can 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 CALENDAR from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Full Day Cost: $125. Half-Day Kindergarten) SUMMER 2016 Cost: $60. AM Extended Day Cost: $50
YOUTH
Youth Families SAVE THE DATES
Please pick up a Youth Summer 2016 Calendar from campus information racks to learn about all the exciting happenings for middle and high school youth throughout the summer.
College-Age Bible Study Join us beginning June 19 for lunch and discussions at BurgerFi on S. Apopka-Vineland Road at 12:00 p.m. Email Caryn Royer, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, at croyer@st.lukes.org to RSVP.
For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow
SERVE Hunger Doesn’t Take a Vacation In Orange County, roughly 64% of school-age children are eligible for free and reduced lunch, meaning that over half of the Orange County students rely on the free breakfast and lunch program during the school year. Students are at a huge loss during the summer time when these meals are not available. Take these opportunities to help our students and community at Second Harvest Food Bank, United Against Poverty/Community Food Outreach, and Coalition for the Homeless. Sign up by visiting st.lukes.org/local or contact Kellie Brinker at kbrinker@st.lukes.org for more information.
Circles® Ministry Transportation is a significant challenge for many individuals who are living on poverty-level income. We are looking for auto mechanics with a heart for service, willing to give advice, direction, and/or discounted repair service to members of our Circles community. Also, if you have an older, reliable vehicle that you are willing to sell at a discounted rate, please contact Beth Witten at bwitten@st.lukes.org.
Coalition for the Homeless Sign up now for June 18, July 16, or August 20 to help bake (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.), cook (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or serve (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) the evening meal. To sign up visit st.lukes.org/local.
Donate Blood and Save Lives Donate TODAY from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at a Big Red Bus in the front or back parking lot. Donors age 16 may donate with parental consent. No consent needed for those 17+. Photo ID required. Receive a free T-shirt, wellness checkup and a special offer from Crayola Experience.
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.
Worship and Welcome Volunteer Opportunities Summer is often a time when families move and are looking to connect to a church home in their new community. Help welcome new families once a month as an Usher, Greeter, Connection Point Volunteer, First Time Guest Host, or Communion Server. Learn more by emailing worship@st.lukes.org or by calling 407.876.4991 ext. *262.
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!
Reception Desk Volunteers Join this team of warm, welcoming volunteers by filling a morning or afternoon shift. Share a smile and help connect people with St. Luke's! Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258.
Big River Volunteers Share your talent for welcoming and greeting! View volunteer needs and sign up at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Email theater@st.lukes.org with questions.
For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve
COMMIT Serve at the Florida United Methodist Church Annual Conference Volunteers are needed June 16-18 for greeting, registration, guest services, and ushering at Buena Vista Palace Hotel in Orlando. To register as an usher, contact Dawn Eckbreth at dawneckbreth@cfl.rr.com or 407.492.5130. To view all service opportunities visit umc.org/annualconference2016 and click "Volunteer Opportunities."
COMMIT Campaign Update Please take time to sign the commemorative groundbreaking Bible located in the Welcome Hall of Building C. See photos and video from the groundbreaking at st.lukes.org/commit. If you have not had a chance to pledge your support for the COMMIT Campaign, use the pledge card in your ministry guide or visit 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.
May Finance Update Visit st.lukes.org/stewardship to view the quarter 1 stewardship update video, newsletter, and financials. Actual YTD Budget YTD Contributions & Support Receipts: $1,471,328 $1,568,555 Expenses (Net of Ministry Receipts): $1,383,028 $1,572,969 Total over (under): $88,300 ($4,414) For stewardship and COMMIT Campaign updates visit st.lukes.org/commit
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