MINISTRY GUIDE JULY 3, 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 Combined Worship 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Care Visit st.lukes.org/schedule to view the worship schedule.
Do You Love to Sing? Join our Summer Choir! If you feel you can sight read quickly, please help us lead worship on Sunday, July 24. No reservations required! Questions? Email worship@st.lukes.org.
Infant Baptism Class Wednesday, July 6 at 5:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. Register online at st.lukes.org/baptism or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262 to RSVP.
Healing Prayer Service Sunday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in the Building C Chapel.
Worship Order Prelude Gathering Choral Introit “Battle Hymn of the Republic” (8:00) Bradley Roberts, soloist
“Battle Hymn of the Republic” (9:30/11:00) The Summer Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn “To God Be the Glory”....................................#98 *Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Scripture Luke 14:15-24 Sermon “Another Dinner Party” Offering and Offertory “Redeemed” The Summer Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication The Sacrament of Holy Communion Music During Communion “Clean” The Summer Choir
“Let Us Break Bread Together” (vs. 1, 2, and 3).................................................#618 The Summer Choir
“Come Share the Lord” (9:30/11:00) The Summer Choir
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.
*Hymn “God of the Ages” (vs. 1, 2, and 4)...............................................#698 *Benediction “The Lord Bless and Keep You” *Postlude *Please stand in praise to God if you are able.
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CONNECT Welcome Connection Lunch Want to learn more about St. Luke’s and take the next step in your spiritual journey? Join us on Sunday, August 21 at 12:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall (across from the sanctuary) for a complimentary meal to learn more about Project Connect weekly classes and our exciting fall fast track retreat. Visit st.lukes.org/projectconnect to RSVP for lunch and to register for fall classes. Email connect@st.lukes.org for more information or call 407.876.4991 ext. *262.
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 Now Open Visit st.lukes.org/sports to learn more about St. Luke's fall soccer league for boys and girls of all skill levels entering VPK - 7th grade.
"Big River" Tickets On Sale Now Tickets for the summer musical "Big River" are on sale outside of the Sanctuary and online at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Show dates are August 12-14 and 18-21. All seats are reserved. All tickets are $12. Get your tickets early!
2016/2017 Registration Is Now Open for Dinner for Eight Join this fun group, connect with new friends, and renew old friendships over a delicious meal. Call 407.876.5532 for information.
Prime Time Adults (60+ Senior Ministries) 60+ Senior Newsletters are available in campus info racks. • Prime Time Adults Senior Brunch: Meet TODAY at 12:30 p.m. at Bahama Breeze at 8849 International Drive. • Train Dominoes: Wednesday, July 6 at 1:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. For questions call 407.876.4991 ext. *290. • Prime Time Adults Senior Luncheon: While we love to see you, we will not meet in July due to campus activities. We’ll see you in August! West Windermere/Keene's Pointe, Bowling, and Young Adults 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. • Food for Thought: Meet monthly on the second Monday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Join us on July 11 for Conscious Eating by Chonteau at The Vineyard’s Healthy Bistro. Email foodforthought.cluster@st.lukes.org for details.
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) • Open Gym Basketball (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursdays, free) • Men's Basketball (6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Tues./Wed./Thurs.) • 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) For more information visit st.lukes.org/connect
GROW RSVP for iFound Four Ice Cream Socials 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! Visit st.lukes.org/summer to RSVP as an attendee or as a host.
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 Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9:30 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. Catch a wave of summer fun! Elementary-aged children worship with families TODAY. Visit st.lukes.org/children for details on children’s events.
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. • 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.12:30 p.m. Full Day Cost: $125. Half-Day Cost $60. AM Extended Day Cost: $50.
Youth Families 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.
Youth Ministries There will be no youth classes TODAY. We encourage you to attend worship with your family. Classes will resume Sunday, July 10. Join St. Luke’s Youth at America’s Great Escape Room (located: 8723 International Drive, Suite 115) on Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m. This is a free event but registration is required! Space is limited! Register at st.lukes.org/youth. Carpooling is encouraged. If you need assistance with transportation contact Caryn Royer, Director of High School and Young Adult Ministries, at croyer@st.lukes.org or Zac Burke, Director of Middle School Ministries, at zburke@st.lukes.org.
Time Is Running Out to Register for the Cruise to Cuba Kim and Bill Barnes will lead this trip on October 30. Because of the popularity of this itinerary and the fact that only a few ships are allowed to enter the port at Havana, cabins are becoming limited. Register at EO.travel/mytrip. Enter Tour: CU16, Date: 10/30/16, Code:D and ID: 04783. For more information visit st.lukes.org/grow
SERVE Family and Group Serving Opportunities Find ways to serve as a family or small group over the summer. Pick up the Serve Locally and Globally Catalog for July and August located in campus brochure racks or at st.lukes.org/serve. Opportunities include: • Winter Garden Community Garden • Coalition for the Homeless • Second Harvest Food Bank • Clean the World • UP/Community Food Outreach • Backpack Assembling
Traveling? Save Your Travel Size Hygiene Products Collection bins for soap, shampoo, conditioner and lotion are located in the Building C hallway, opposite the front office. St. Luke’s summer campers will create hygiene bags to give to our various partner ministries.
Jobs Partnership Consider volunteering as a Jobs Partnership Coach or Administrator. This faith-based organization transforms the lives of the chronically underemployed by developing their skills. St. Luke’s will offer an informational session on Sunday, July 10 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Building C Room 200. Sign up at st.lukes.org/local. There is a required one-day training on Saturday, August 6. Coaches serve on Thursday nights, for 12 weeks, starting September 1.
Circles® Youth Program Volunteers Work alongside our staff with activities for children (ages 4-14) in the Circles Youth Program while parents meet separately to achieve economic stability goals. Meet on Tuesdays from 6:40 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at West Orange Church of Christ, 1450 Daniels Road, Winter Garden. Choose the frequency of your commitment. Training/background check required. Learn more about the Circles program at st.lukes.org/circles.
United Methodist Women's Great Exchange Saturday, July 23, 12:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C Come join the United Methodist Women for a luncheon and share friendship and fun for an afternoon. Make your favorite covered dish to share and don't forget to bring the recipe for those who will ask! Bring 1 to 4 items, new or like-new, to "exchange" and watch as the fun begins when others try to be first to choose your item! Call 407.719.1199 or email umw@st.lukes.org for more information.
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.
Reception Desk Volunteers Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258.
Big River Volunteers View volunteer needs and sign up at st.lukes.org/bigriver. Email theater@st.lukes.org with questions.
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! For more information visit st.lukes.org/serve
COMMIT Campus Will Be Closed Monday, July 4 Campus will be closed Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
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 available in campus information racks.
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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