AUGUST 17,14, 2014 SEPTEMBER 2014
WORSHIP Traditional Worship
What's up with worship? The series continues!
Prelude “Aria”
Gathering for Worship Introit “Holy, Holy” (8:00) Antony Larry, soloist (9:30/11:00) Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn
”To God Be the Glory”............................................#98
*Opening Prayer Passing the Peace & Welcome Witness in Music Relationslips: Every Family Has a Story A Study of Genesis From the very beginning God’s people have had complex relationships. Regardless of how relationships are defined, being in relation to another human being is work that requires grace, reconciliation, and respect. Using the complex family dynamics found throughout the book of Genesis, we are uncovering the joys and struggles of living life in community.
Join us!
Traditional Worship
Sundays at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Today's Message: 8:00 and 9:30 a.m.: The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams 11:00 a.m.: Dr. William S. Barnes
Contemporary Worship
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: Dr. William S. Barnes re·define: Contemporary·Family·Worship Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Today's Message: The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
“Blessed Assurance” (8:00) Antony Larry, soloist “My God is a Rock” (9:30/11:00) Sanctuary Choir with Antony Larry, soloist, and the St. Luke's Dance Ensemble
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” (9:30/11:00) Sanctuary Choir
Offering and Offertory
“Be Thou My Vision” (8:00) Antony Larry, soloist “People Need the Lord” (9:30/11:00) Sanctuary Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.....94 *Hymn ”Holy Spirit, Truth Divine”....................................#465
Scripture: Genesis 21 Sermon: "How to Save a Life" Series: Relationslips
*Hymn
”God Will Take Care of You”................................#130
*Benediction
“The Lord Bless and Keep You”
*Postlude
“The God of Abraham Praise” *Please stand in praise to God if you are able
For sermon videos and worship schedules visit st.lukes.org/worship.
UNEWS Upcoming Events Event UMW Missions Rummage Sale Cost of Poverty Experience Growing Up With Your Children Workshop Leaders Engaging and Discipling (LEAD) Pumpkin Patch Opens Fall Family Campout UMW Bazaar Christmas Concerts Global Fair Trade Market Christmas Open House and Movie Night
Date September 13 September 14 September 17 September 27 October 9 October 17 November 8 December 6 & 7 December 7 December 12
Time 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
THRIVE Has Moved to Wednesdays St. Luke’s offers expanded programming for children, youth, and adults on Wednesdays. Childcare will be available by reservation at www. st.lukes.org/childcare. To sign up for groups and activities visit www. st.lukes.org/thrive. Time 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 5:45 p.m. to 6:25 p.m. 6:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 6:45 p.m. to 7:40 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Age Group K through 5 3s and 4s 2nd-5th Grade Grades K & 1 3s and 4s Grades K & 1 Grades 3-5 4 year olds All Grades 6-12 Infants-PreK Elementary Youth Youth Adult
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Grade 10 - Adult
Program Afterschool Activities for Children Creative Movement/Ballet; Fee-based Children's Choir Activities for Children Wee Singers Preschool Age K1 Chorale Theater Dance; Fee-based Art Class; Fee-based Dinner Youth Choir Childcare Evening Activities for Children Book Club, Mosaic Tile, Frisbee, etc.! Hand Bell Choir Financial Peace University Covenant (Starts October 1) Relationslips Sanctuary Choir
Circles Program Changes Lives Circles is a cornerstone ministry for the community transformation initiative in East Winter Garden. WHAT IS A CIRCLE ALLY? Allies are middle to upper income community members who want to be in a supportive, intentional, befriending relationship with an individual or family (Circle Leader) working to get out of poverty. Circle Allies support the Circle Leader to accomplish his or her plan. Current Circle Leader desires include starting a new business, creating a more efficient household budget, and going to college. Do you have skills to help make these dreams become a reality and make a longterm difference in another person’s life? Can you spare a couple of hours a week for the next 6 months? We are currently seeking 24 Allies for the new class of Circle Leaders. Contact Dorothea Lee, Associate Director of Circles, at 727.543.0166 or dlee@st.lukes.org.
Financial Update as of August 2014 JULY JUNE $2,524,448 $2,239,836 Year To Date Income: $2,727,734 $2,364,729 Year To Date Expenses: ($124,894) Over/(Under): ($203,286)
AUGUST $2,152,281 $3,063,943 ($215,935)
New Online Giving Portal: "My St. Luke's" Use this QR code to give directly from your mobile device or make your contribution online at st.lukes.org. Choose "Give" at the top of the page to create your new "My St. Luke's" account. Once you have logged in click the green "Next" button to make your one-time or recurring gift. You can also place your gifts in the offering plate during worship.
CONNECT NAMI MENTAL ILLNESS SUPPORT GROUPS: On Tuesday, September 23 the support group for those with mental illness will meet at 6:30 p.m. in Building B Room 201. Contact Tracy Lutz at 407.253.1900. A support group for families of those with mental illness meets concurrently in Building B Room 215. Please contact Bernie at 407.765.8644. Both groups meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. FAMILY CAMPOUT: The second annual St. Luke's Fall Family Campout starts Friday, October 17 at 5:30 p.m. There will be food trucks available (at a cost), campfire songs, stories in the pumpkin patch, s’mores and a hot breakfast. The cost of $25.00 per family includes breakfast and snacks. Bring your own tent, RV, or camper (no hook-ups available, showers and bathrooms will be open in Building C). Space is limited. Reservations will begin September 15 at st.lukes.org/children. GROWING UP WITH YOUR CHILDREN: Dr. Joanne MacPherson discusses the challenges of raising children and the demands it places on parents. Wednesday, September 17 for infants to age 5; Wednesday, September 24 for ages 6-12 years; Wednesday, October 1 for ages 13-18 years. All sessions will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Building B Room 203. No charge! Call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 to register. SENIOR LUNCHEON: We'll see you Friday, September 19 at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for lunch and a musical program. Call Debbi Gale at 407.295.4348 by Tuesday, September 16 for reservations. DINNER FOR 8: Join us on Saturday, September 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for our annual kickoff event. Our group meets four times a year in members' homes in groups of 8 for food and fellowship. Everyone takes turns hosting and each month you get to meet a new group of people. Find out more by joining us at our kickoff and bring a "tailgate" appetizer. R.S.V.P. to Tania Mark at flamboyanst@aol.com. 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 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org. Gospel Choir: Open to middle school students through adults. Meet in Building B Room 209 TODAY at 3:30 p.m. Rehearsal goes until 5:00 p.m. Contact Bradley Roberts at broberts@st.lukes.org. TRAILBLAZERS LUNCHEON: The Trailblazers Luncheon will be Sunday, September 21 at 12:30 p.m. at O'Charley's on Sand Lake Rd. For information and reservations call Barbara at 407.363.5635. ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL OF THE ARTS: Classes in art, dance, etiquette, music, photography and more are offered! Visit www.st.lukes.org/soa or call 407.876.5226 for more information or to register. "Manners Matter", Etiquette for Today's Kids: This nine-week interactive class for grades 3 to 5 reinforces proper etiquette and good manners along with the ability to interact with others. This class will meet on Thursday afternoons from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting September 18. Holiday Soundz of Glee: Students in grades 4 to 6 enjoy singing their favorite holiday vocal music in the styles of pop, musical theater, rock and roll, jazz and others. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting September 30. So We Know You Can Dance!: This 15-week course for beginning or experienced dancers teaches contemporary, lyrical and modern dance styles similar to those featured on the popular television series. Grades 6-12 meet on Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and grades 9-12 on Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EVENING EXERCISE: Join Chris Smith, certified personal training and group exercise instructor for circuit type training and cardio exercise. Modified techniques available for all exercise levels. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Coleman Gymnasium. Cost is $5/class or $30/month. First class is free! GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP: A grief support group meets Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room. Dr. David Stephens facilitates. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. PUMPKIN PATCH: The St. Luke’s Youth Ministries Pumpkin Patch will open October 9 near the picnic tables behind Building C. The patch is open Monday-Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. For the safety of all those serving and visiting the Patch, the road behind Building C will be closed October 8-31. Please allow for extra time to maneuver around campus. Pumpkin unload dates are October 8 and 22 at 4:00 p.m. All ages are welcome and needed. Register for pumpkin shifts and unloads at www.st.lukes.org/youth. WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ST. LUKE'S?: Get the latest info on Facebook at facebook.com/stlukesorlando and follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/stlukesorlando. View the weekly newsletter at www.st.lukes.org/ news and sign up to receive it via email. NEW TO ST. LUKE'S? Visit a Connection Point station at either end of Building C to pick up a First Time Guest Welcome Packet. Let us help you get connected. 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 NEW COUPLES CLASS “SOUL MATES”: This new class for couples in their 20s, 30s, and 40s will discuss the keys to a loving and sacred relationship. Marriage and children are not a requirement, but certainly an asset. The class starts Sunday, September 21 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 201-203. WEDNESDAY AFTER SCHOOL/WEDNESDAY THRIVE PROGRAMMING: Wednesday afternoons children (grades K-5) learn about themselves and their family through spiritual formation rotations, creative expression, and games. Wednesday evening children make connections through spiritual formation rotations, mission activities, and expressive arts. On Wednesday afternoon sign-in begins in Building A Room 201 at 3:00 p.m. On Wednesday evening sign-in begins in the Coleman Gymnasium at 6:15 p.m. Register at www. st.lukes.org/children. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org for more information. WEDNESDAY DINNERS ARE A HIT!: The 7th season of THRIVE dinners kicked off with the highest first night attendance ever! Join us from 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a home cooked meal. The menu for September 17 includes oven roasted rosemary chicken, au gratin potatoes, green beans, summer slaw, rolls, cookies, lemonade and iced tea. Cost is $6.00 for adults/children 12+, $4.00 for children 6-12, $3.00 for children under 6 or a $20.00 family max. R.S.V.P. weekly by Monday to Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296. SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH: Children: Children preschool through grade 4 will follow the Bible characters as they journey through Genesis. Stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings for room assignments. Youth will be studying the church-wide curriculum “Relationslips” • 5th and 6th Grade MERGE: Games and activities connect scripture with everyday living. Meet in the Attic of Building C from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Email Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org for information. • 7th and 8th Grade: 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. YOUTH GROUP ON SUNDAYS: Students in grades 6-12 meet from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Attic of Building C for dinner, activities, Bible study, music and worship. Anyone interested in joining the Youth Praise Team meet in the Attic of Building C at 4:00 p.m. Parents can purchase dinner for $5.00 and then attend the Relationslips growth group in the Building C Office Conference Room while students attend youth group. WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH INTEREST BASED BIBLE STUDIES: Students in grades 6-12 can choose from mosaic tile, ultimate frisbee, cooking, book study, or hand bells. Join us in the Building C Attic at 6:30 p.m. EXEGESIS: Dig deeper into the sermon series and scriptures for the week with Pastor Bill. Bring your Bible and meet on Thursdays in Building B Room 209 (the choir room) from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. MEN’S GROUP: This study group meets on Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. Contact Joline Krolicki at 407.876.4991 ext.*264 or jkrolicki@st.lukes.org for more information. FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY: When you have financial peace, you can accomplish amazing things! Register for classes at www.st.lukes.org/grow or contact Joline Krolicki at jkrolicki@st.lukes.org. FALL GROUPS: Back to school isn’t just for kids. Visit st.lukes.org/grow to register for Disciple 1-4, Financial Peace University, Christian Believer, the new Covenant series, and the "Relationslips" church wide study. NEW RELATIONSLIPS STUDY GROUPS: Using the church-wide Relationslips study guide, groups will dig deeper into the scripture stories in Genesis and reflect on relationships in our own lives. Groups meet Sundays in the Building C Special Events Dining Room at 11:00 a.m., Wednesdays in the Building C Office Conference Room at 8:00 a.m., Wednesdays in Building C Room 201-203 at 6:30 p.m., or Sundays (for parents of 6-12 grade students) in the Building C Office Conference Room at 5:00 p.m. WALK TO EMMAUS: Men’s Walk is October 9-12 and Women’s is October 16-19. Fee is $190 (partial scholarships available). Visit www.st.lukes.org/emmaus or email Joline Krolicki at jkrolicki@st.lukes.org. PATHWAY TO MEMBERSHIP: All St. Lukers are encouraged to take these core classes that equip attendees to make a decision about membership. All classes are four weeks long. Visit st.lukes.org/membership for course descriptions. Contact Carol Crowley at 407.876.4991 ext.*262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions. Beginnings: Classes meet Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 201- 203 or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 206. Wesley Way: Classes meet Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 208-210 or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204. Decide Class: Classes meet Sundays at 6:30 p.m. in Building B Room 205.
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SERVE Within our Community CIRCLES INFORMATION MEETINGS: Find out how to serve through Circles in various positions and time commtiments TODAY at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and Wednesday, September 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Pastor’s Conference Room in Building C. For more details visit the Circles tables in the Welcome Hall or contact Dorothea Lee, Associate Director of Circles, at dlee@st.lukes.org or 727.543.0166. COST OF POVERTY EXPERIENCE: From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Learn about the barriers that keep people in poverty. NEW HABITAT WORKDAYS ON WEDNESDAY!: If working on Saturdays has not worked for you or your family’s schedule, now you can volunteer on Wednesdays at 555 Bethune Ave in Winter Garden from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Work days are also Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Contact Meg England at mengland@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 *238. COALITION MEAL MINISTRY: On Saturday, September 20, St. Luke’s volunteers are preparing dinner for the families staying at the shelter. We are looking for nine cooks at the shelter from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and eight servers at the shelter from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Carpooling is possible. Contact Meg England at mengland@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 *238. "EVERY THREE SECONDS" SHOWING AT LOCAL FILM FESTIVAL: On Sunday, September 21 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bush Auditorium at Rollins College. Award-winning filmmaker Daniel Karslake (For the Bible Tells Me So) tells the unforgettable stories of five regular folks - a boy, a college student, a thirty-something and two seniors. Each chose action over apathy by addressing hunger and extreme poverty and changing their own lives in the process. Get tickets at the door or at www.peacefilmfest.org. HELP END THE CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS: Five times a year St. Luke’s partners with Family Promise of Greater Orlando seeking to keep families together in the face of homelessness. During the week of October 12-19, classrooms will be transformed into bedrooms and the Fellowship Hall into a common living space. Volunteer to donate food, provide dinners, and serve as evening and overnight hosts. Sign up using our Care Calendar at www.carecalendar.org calendar ID: 5382 password: 1111. MISSION DINNER: Join the youth and our global mission teams as we host our Annual Global Mission Dinner on Sunday, September 28 in the Attic of Building C. Dinner will represent the flavors of other cultures and include presentations about our mission partners. A presentation from Pastor Fredi Martinez from Cuba will begin at 5:00 p.m. Cost is $5. R.S.V.P. to Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. Within Our Church WOMEN'S CHORALE: Beginning Monday, September 15 join the Women’s Chorale. This group will meet on select Mondays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Building B Room 209. Selections will be both sacred and secular in nature. Enjoy sisterhood and music together. Contact Susan Brandt at sbrandt@st.lukes.org. HELP WITH WORSHIP: Volunteer to usher, set up and tear down the worship venue, play bass or guitar, or operate worship slides for contemporary worship. Contact Amy Winslow at awinslow@st.lukes.org. SANCTUARY CHOIR RETREAT AND REHEARSALS: You're invited to our choir retreat on Saturday, September 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209. We will prepare musical selections for the fall, Advent, and Christmas concerts. Regular rehearsals are held Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. For more information contact Susan Brandt at 407.876.4991 ext. *245 or sbrandt@st.lukes.org. WELCOME GUESTS: Give the gift of a welcoming smile to guests and St. Lukers at the Connection Points in Building C. Training provided. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org to serve. BAPTISM HOSTS: Volunteers are needed to meet families at the Baptism class and help them the morning of their special day. Contact Amy Winslow at awinslow@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *253. COMMUNION SERVERS: Communion servers are needed once a quarter at the 8:00 a.m. worship service. Training provided! Contact Amy Winslow at awinslow@st.lukes.org. CONSIDER FACILITATING A SMALL GROUP: There are short and long term studies and Sunday morning groups. Contact Joline Krolicki at jkrolicki@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *264. CHILDREN'S MINISTRY: Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. help is needed with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Contact Jayne Andrews at jandrews@st.lukes.org. YOUTH GROUP: Help run check-in and lead small groups and Bible studies. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org. For more information visit www.st.lukes.org/youth. ATTEND FUN EVENTS FOR FREE: If you are passionate about our ministries visit the table in the Welcome Hall of Building C or contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 *258 to learn about becoming an ambassador. For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/serve.