Dig In Grow Deep: Discipleship August 11, 2013 St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road Orlando, FL 32819 407.876.4991 • st.lukes.org
WORSHIP Traditional
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. David Stephens Prelude Gathering for Worship *Call to Worship *Hymn “God of Grace and God of Glory”..........................#577
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music
“Holy Ground” (8:00/9:30/11:00) Eddie Brandt and Susan Brandt, duet Randy Lord, piano
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory
“Knowing You” (8:00/9:30/11:00) Eddie Brandt and Susan Brandt, duet Randy Lord, piano *Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.......94
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18 Sermon: “Dig in Grow Deep: Discipleship”
Contemporary
9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams Gathering Song “Holy Is the Lord”
Welcome Call to Worship *Praise Song “Great God”
*Opening Prayer *Praise Song “Build Your Kingdom Here”
Offering
“Reflection”
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18 Sermon: “Dig in Grow Deep: Discipleship”
Series: Reflect: Values That Change the World
Closing Song
“I Will Follow”
*Benediction
Series: Reflect: Values That Change the World
*Hymn
“The Summons” ....................................................#2130
*Benediction & Benediction Response
“The Lord Bless and Keep You”...........................2280
Postlude
* PLEASE STAND IN PRAISE TO GOD IF YOU ARE ABLE
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams The flowers on the Contemporary Worship altar are given in memory of Dan Heep by his wife Yvonne and family.
PRAYER CHAPEL: If you are in a crisis due to your health, your job, or in other areas in your life, come to the Chapel for prayer Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and put those burdens on the altar. Feeling Inspired to give today? Visit one of the Giving Kiosks located in the narthex of the sanctuary and outside the gym. Kiosks accept debit and credit cards and offer a printed receipt and an email confirmation of your contribution to St. Luke’s. You do not have to be a member of St. Luke’s to use this free service. You can also use the QR code to give directly from your mobile device!
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LEGACY. LEADERSHIP. LOVE.
Are you ready to COMMIT? Check here for the latest news! Updates are also available online at st.lukes.org/commit. On Sunday, June 9, the church conference voted to move forward with releasing the remaining Bodybuilding funds, forming a building committee and forming a campaign committee. The items listed below are some of the next steps and events that you can expect in the upcoming months. •
AUGUST Update Supplying backpacks and trained volunteers for "Meet the Teacher Night" at Maxey Elementary School • Introductory meetings about Circles Campaign in East Winter Garden • The phase 1 building committee continues to discuss facilities optimization with architects Commit Campaign Committee has been created to work on informational material, prospectus and to build lay volunteer teams • All St. Lukers have received Save the Dates cards in the mail. If you did not receive a card, update your address by emailing Linda Shankle at lshankle@st.lukes.org. •
• September 8, 2013 Community Gathering Event • 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Training for all St. Luke’s servant ministers • 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Worship celebration for sharing of details of community transformation and building plans and final Church Conference approval of campaign costs •
September/October Create a Joint Neighborhood Task Force with St. Lukers and residents of East Winter Garden • Begin Circles weekly meetings • Begin one-on-one meetings with potential donors for first commitments and legacy gifts to campus and community plans •
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October 27 - November 1 Campaign Dinners • Share more details and first phase funding results • Formal invitations will be distributed
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November 17 The Big Event Church-wide Commitment Worship Service • Celebrate where God has led us • Make our campaign commitments. • Hard Rock Live has been confirmed as The Big Event location
*Updates are noted in blue.
For information about the Commit Campaign visit st.lukes.org/commit.
Connect RAGTIME intertwines the stories of three extraordinary families as they confront history's timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and what it means to live in America. Performances August 16-17 at 7:30 p.m. and August 18 at 4:00 p.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium. Tickets are $10 each and are available in the Building C Welcome Hall between worship services, online at st.lukes.org/ragtime, and in the church office during normal business hours. (If purchasing tickets online, your printed receipt will serve as your ticket into the event.) *Caution: This show contains difficult subject matter regarding race, gender and violence. Please be aware when bringing children under the age of 13. KICK IT WITH ST. LUKE'S SOCCER: St. Luke's soccer is open to boys and girls of all skill levels entering VPK - 7th grade. St. Luke's Sports promotes fun and fellowship. The eight-week season runs September 9 through November 2. Evaluations are Saturday, August 24. Register today at www.st.lukes.org/sports. MEN, HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?: We offer confidential, non-judgmental, one-on-one Christian care to help you make it through a crisis, no matter how big or small. Contact the Care Office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org to be confidentially matched with a Stephen Minister. CLUSTER GROUPS: Pick up a list of cluster groups from campus info racks or visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups. MEN'S/DAD'S CLUSTER GROUP: A cluster group for men and dads is starting just in time for football season! Join us on Monday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C for an interest meeting. OPEN ARMS LGBTQA: Get connected with this group for LGBTQ persons and allies. Meet Tuesday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the World Bowling Center. Email openarms.cluster@st.lukes.org for details. WEST ORANGE CONNECTION: Our next get together will be in conjunction with Ragtime. For those attending on Friday, August 16, join us in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C at 6:00 p.m. for refreshments and light snacks. On August 23, the private balcony at the Garden Theatre is reserved for us from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. prior to the movie “Ghostbusters.” Tickets are $5.00 each and can be obtained by calling the box office at 407.877.4736. Please RSVP to westorange.cluster@st.lukes.org. GOSPEL CHOIR: St. Luke’s Gospel Choir will rehearse August 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building B Room 209. Join this dynamic ensemble and Get Your Praise On! This group meets on the first and third Sunday of each month. Please email gospelchoir.cluster@st.lukes.org for more information. ENERGITIC EMPTY NESTERS: Meet for an afternoon of bowling on Saturday, August 24 at 3:00 p.m. at Downtown Disney’s Splitsville ($20 per person). RSVPs are requested to ensure we have enough lanes reserved. Email emptynesters.cluster@st.lukes.org for more information or to send your RSVP. SENIOR LUNCHEON AND PROGRAM: A special invitation is extended to all seniors to attend a luncheon on August 16. Refreshments will be served at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch and a fun program presented by Bob and Carol Crowley! For reservations, please call Debbi Gale at 407.295.4348 by Wednesday, August 14. LET’S PLAY CARDS OR BOARD GAMES: Every Tuesday St. Luke’s offers a delicious lunch for $5. Purchase lunch or bring your own, bring a friend, and play cards or board games in the Rotunda area. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. LET'S PLAY BALL: The St. Luke's Men's Softball Team is preparing for their next season and is seeking additional players. Please contact Dave Smith at 407.354.1525 for more information. ST. LUKE'S SOCIAL MEDIA Follow St. Luke’s on Facebook at facebook.com/stlukesorlando or on Twitter at twitter.com/stlukesorlando for regular updates on all of our ministries! WELCOME GATHERING: Those that are not yet members of St. Luke’s are invited to bring your family and join us Sunday, August 25 at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for lunch. Childcare is available and food will be provided for them as well. This lunch is a Welcome Gathering and a time for St. Luke’s Leadership and Pastors to recognize your presence and to share more of who we are as a faith community and how we can connect further, through membership, through worship, study groups or through Cluster Groups. To RSVP contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262.
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We are so glad that you decided to check out St. Luke's! We long for everyone to experience the Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors of God's church. If we can answer questions or help you get connected please contact the Connect and Care office at 407.876.4991 ext.*262 or email Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.
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Grow LIVING THE SERIES-GOING DEEPER IN OUR VALUES: “Living the Series” is an open discussion about the morning worship experience. Share your thoughts as we gather to gain perspective and be empowered to respond to the word proclaimed. Join us TODAY from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Attic in Building C. NEXGEN WEEKLY PROGRAMMING: High School students, grades 9-12, meet Wednesdays in the Attic (Building C) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Middle school students, grades 6-8, participate in FUEL Thursdays in the Attic from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Stay up to date with middle and high school programs and events by visiting www.nexgenministries.com. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org with questions. SUNDAY PROGRAMMING FOR ALL AGES: Sundays through August 18. •Infants through pre-school age children continue to meet as usual downstairs in Building B. •Summer programming for incoming Kindergarten through 4th grade students is at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Janet Chambers at jchambers@st.lukes.org to sign up to serve. •Merge, for incoming 5-8 graders, continues Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Attic of Building C. High school students assist with the Elementary program in the Fellowship Hall. •Young adults drop in for Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. in the workroom of Building C (1st floor). This group is studying Adam Hamilton’s “Christianity’s Family Tree.” We will delve into many Christian denominations. BECOME A ST. LUKER...TAKE THE FIRST STEPS If you are interested in membership at St. Luke's take the first steps listed below! Visit st.lukes.org/grow for course descriptions or contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. Step 1: Attend a Welcome Gathering The next gathering will be held Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Step 2: Attend Four Learn Classes (Beginnings, Bible Basics, Wesley Way, St. Luke's 101) If you are new or returning to church we invite you to take all four classes. If you are transferring from another church where you have been active, we invite you to take Wesley Way and St. Luke's 101. Choose to attend either on Sundays or Tuesdays. New classes start Sunday, September 8 and Tuesday, September 10. All courses are four sessions. Beginnings: Join us Sunday in Building C Room 201-203 or Tuesday in Building C Room 204-206 Wesley Way: Join us Sunday in Building C Room 208-210 or Tuesday in Building C Room 208-210. Step 3: Attend the Decide Class At the end of this four-session class consider joining the church. Decide: The third session of this class meets tonight in Building C Room 208 at 7:00 p.m. FALL CLASS SIGN UPS: Complete Disciple I and then take any other class in the series. No prerequisite for Financial Peace University. Sign up at st.lukes.org/grow or register in the Building C Rotunda. HEAVEN IS FOR REAL: The Connections Class will spend five weeks discussing Todd Burpo's book, “Heaven is for Real,” a little boy's astounding story of his trip to heaven and back. The class meets at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C (right next to the donuts) and is open to all. No need to purchase a book. TRACE THE JOURNEYS OF PAUL IN GREECE: Join Pastor Bill in Greece for 8 days starting April 26, 2014 with an optional three-day Greek island cruise including Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos and Santorini. Informational brochures have been placed in the information racks around campus. WESLEY HERITAGE TOUR: Join Pastor Jad and Shelly Denmark on a 9-day trip to England starting July 7, 2014 with an optional four-day London tour. The 9-day trip will visit Epworth, the childhood home of John and Charles Wesley, the birthplace of the Methodist movement, as well as London, Bristol, Bath, Stratford and Oxford. Informational brochures have been placed in the information racks around campus. LIFE COACHING SEMINAR: This interactive class will help participants engage in personal discovery to bridge the gap between desire and realization of your goals. The workshop is facilitated by Lisa Quinn, LMHC, on Thursday, September 19, 26 & October 3 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building B Room 201. To pre-register, call St. Luke’s Community Counseling Center at 407.876.4991 ext. *250. SERVE TRAINING: Prepare your heart and mind for service with these upcoming opportunities. COST OF POVERTY EXPERIENCE (C.O.P.E.) TODAY: This two-hour simulation helps you experience what it means to live a month in the shoes of families between 100%-200% of the poverty level. Appropriate for middle school age or older. Join us from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. TOXIC CHARITY: This six-week class based on the book "How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help and How to Reverse It" discusses learning how to serve without hurting others, checking the intentions of our charitable acts and understanding the intricacies of poverty. Sunday, September 8 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 205. Register at st.lukes.org/grow or contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@ st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239.
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Serve Within Our Community SPONSOR A CHILD IN ETHIOPIA: St. Luke's partners with Compassion International and Lideta Mekane Yesus church in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to ensure that children in extreme poverty have their basic needs met. For just $38 per month you will help a child get education, health care, supplemental nutrition, access to after school programs and a case manager. Next Sunday, August 18 we will have packages with information of children from the community where our partner church, Mekane Yesus, is located. For more information, contact Mariam Mengistie at mmengistie@st.lukes.org. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: We are finishing construction on our latest Habitat house in Winter Garden! Volunteers are needed to help with construction and to provide and serve lunch. Construction takes place Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 720 Park Avenue, Winter Garden. To sign up and for details, contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. DONATIONS NEEDED: The United Methodist Women are in need of canning jars and/or covers for preparing preserves for this year's bazaar. Place donations the Fellowship Hall behind the lattice with the white curtain (to the left of the stage). Thank you very much for your support! COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS: Volunteer opportunities remain for August 17. Bring your family or friends and cook, bake or serve! Cooks assemble at the Coalition from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., bakers unite in Building C kitchen from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and servers gather at the Coalition from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239 to sign up. SERVE SUNDAY INFORMATION TABLE: Stop by the Missions information table on August 18 to learn about volunteer opportunities with Family Promise, Coalition for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity and many other upcoming events. Let us assist you in finding the right opportunity!
Within Our Church HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITY: Volunteer to sell concessions Friday, August 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, August 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and/or Sunday, August 18 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st.lukes.org to sign up. IS GOD CALLING YOU TO SERVE?: We all have spiritual gifts that God wants us to use to serve others. On August 18 visit the Welcome Hall in Building C to learn how you can use your gifts for His glory. IN-HOME-CARE MINISTRY: The In-Home-Care Ministry provides food for people who are in a crisis situation and don't have a family member available to assist. Meals are prepared and delivered to the home of the church member. Contact the Care office at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org. TECH VOLUNTEERS: Volunteer to operate video cameras and ProPresenter, our worship presentation software. No experience required. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to sign up! SERVE FROM HOME: Write greeting cards for our military men and women, veterans at the V.A. Community Living Facility in Orlando, our shut-ins and to welcome St. Luke’s new members. Cards and postage are provided. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. SERVE AT RE•DEFINE: Sign up to serve communion, help with prayer stations, ushering, or a mix of all. Contact Bradley Roberts at broberts@st.lukes.org to get started! IF YOU WANT TO FOLLOW, LEAD!: Are you interested in facilitating a small group this fall? A variety of opportunities and level of commitment exist. Contact God for inspiration and Joline for information. Joline can be reached at 407.876.4991 ext. *264 or jkrolicki@st.lukes.org. BE A BUDDY TO A CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Buddy Break provides free respite care one Saturday morning or Friday evening a month for children/young teens with special needs and their siblings. Training is provided. Volunteers age 14+ may receive community service hours. Registered nurses are also needed. Contact Donna Barley at dbarley367@gmail.com or 407.341.5068 or visit www.st.lukes.org/buddybreak. CHILDREN’S MINISTRY: Servant Ministers needed to help smooth the path for children during our Sunday morning programming and Thursday Evening THRIVE. Each Servant Minister is paired with a child that has a need for additional guidance, so that the child is equipped to succeed and know God’s love. Please respond to Jayne Andrews, Director of Children and Family Ministries at jandrews@st.lukes.org to get connected and discuss availability.
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