Thanksgiving Sunday November 25, 2012
October 20, 2013
WORSHIP Contemporary
Traditional
9:30 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Dr. William S. Barnes Gathering Song
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. William S. Barnes
Prelude Gathering for Worship Choral Introit
“Find You On My Knees”
Welcome Call to Worship Scripture: John 4:1-42 Sermon: “The Water Is His, Not Ours”
“Spirit Song” (8:00) Soloist (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn
Series: Jesus: Risk Taker, Rule Breaker, Grace Maker
The Sacrament of Baptism
“Rejoice, Ye Pure In Heart”......................................#160 Special Music (11:00) “We Are the Church” The Wee Singers
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome The Sacrament of Baptism Those receiving baptism today: (9:30) Aiden Mahoney Facey (11:00) Oakes Andrew Cardaci Isabel Joan Katta Marcus Johan Smalberger Joseph Taylor Tule Justin Porter Tule
Those receiving baptism today: (11:00) Peyton Jackson Scruton-Ayo
Offering
“Jesus In Disguise”
*Praise Song
“Indescribable” “My Savior My God”
*Congregational Prayer Closing Song “We Fall Down”
*Benediction
Witness in Music
“Give Me Jesus” (8:00/9:30/11:00) Kendal Jolly, soloist “How Great Thou Art (and Majesty)” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Call to Prayer
“Spirit of the Living God” (8:00) Kendal Jolly (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Adagio”
Handbell Choir
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.......94 Scripture: John 4:1-42 Sermon: “The Water Is His, Not Ours” Series: Jesus: Risk Taker, Rule Breaker, Grace Maker
*Hymn
“He Touched Me” ...................................................#367
*Benediction & Benediction Response “God Be With You Till We Meet Again”
*Postlude
The Rev. Jad Denmark The flowers in the Sanctuary are given in memory of Dorothy Jefts by her family. The rosebuds on the Baptismal Font are in celebration of the baptisms of Isabel Joan Katta and Marcus Johan Smalberger, grandchildren of Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Katta. 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.
SIGN UP TODAY FOR AUTOMATIC CONTRIBUTIONS: 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. 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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Check here for the latest news on the Commit Campaign! Updates are also available online at st.lukes.org/commit. •
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October The items listed below are some of the next steps and events that you can expect in October. • Begin one-on-one meetings with potential donors for first commitments and legacy gifts to campus and community plans • Train volunteers serving with multiple community organizations and ministries • Recruit and train Circle Leaders and Circle Allies • Map the East Winter Garden community
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October 27 - November 1 Campaign Dinners • Share more details and first phase funding results • All St. Lukers should have received a formal dinner invitation. Make sure to R.S.V.P. online at st.lukes. org/commit, at the Commit Campaign table in the Welcome Hall of Building C, or by calling 407.876.4991ext. *221 TODAY.
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November 17 The Big Event Church-wide Commitment Worship Service • Celebrate where God has led us • Make our campaign commitments at Hard Rock Live *Updates are noted in blue.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Visit the Commit table in the Building C Welcome Hall. Facilities optimization plans are on display! DINNER IS READY! Volunteer Table Hosts are needed for each night of the Commit Campaign dinners. Enjoy a meal with fellow St. Lukers while welcoming them to the table as a host for the event. Thirty five table hosts are needed for each night. There is a 2.5 hour (30 minute prior to dinner and 15 minutes after dinner) time commitment. Dates and times: • October 27 – 3:00 p.m. • October 27 – 6:30 p.m. • October 28 – 6:30 p.m. • October 29 -6:30 p.m. • October 30 – 6:30 p.m. • November 1 – 6:30 p.m. Be a part these exciting evenings as we get inspired and informed about the Commit Campaign. To volunteer contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *223.
For information about the Commit Campaign visit st.lukes.org/commit.
Connect PUMPKIN PATCH: The St. Luke’s Youth Ministries Pumpkin Patch is open 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 those serving and visiting, the throughway portion of the road behind Building C is closed through October 31. Please allow for extra time to maneuver around campus this month. UNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR: This year's event will be held Saturday, November 9 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Start your holiday shopping and support St. Luke’s ministries and missions efforts. The crafters, canners, and stitchers have been preparing all year to create our unique bazaar. Call Linda Pennington at 407.492.3966 for more information. CANINE CRUSADERS: Sign up for the January Canine Crusaders class. Let your four-legged friend help spread a little joy! Stop by the table in the Welcome Hall on October 20 and 27 and November 10 and 17. Canine Crusader teams will be on campus to answer questions. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL OF THE ARTS: Visit www.st.lukes.org/soa for a class schedule, descriptions and pricing. Contact Cindy Brough at 407.876.5226 or cbrough@st.lukes.org for more information or to sign up. ATTENTION STRINGS PLAYERS IN GRADES 3-6: Violin, viola, cello and string bass players with at least two years of previous experience are invited to join St. Luke’s School of the Arts’ Group Strings ensemble. Meet on Thursday afternoons from 4:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. in Building B Room 205. SPECIAL NEEDS MUSIC THERAPY: We are pleased to offer both private and group sessions for special needs students utilizing singing, moving, listening and instrumental exploration. CLUSTER GROUPS: Pick up a list of cluster groups from campus info racks or visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups. The next cluster group leadership training will be Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 200-202. R.S.V.P. to Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. WEST ORANGE CONNECTION: Meet on Friday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Peggy and John Leftakis. Don’t forget to bring/wear your St. Luke’s nametag if you have one. You could wear a costume, but this is strictly optional. R.S.V.P. to westorange.cluster@st.lukes.org. GOSPEL CHOIR: Meets in Building B Room 209 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the first and third Sunday of each month. Contact Bradley Roberts at gospelchoir.cluster@st.lukes.org for more information. YOUNG ADULTS: This group meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month in the Attic in Building C at 7:00 p.m. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. OPEN ARMS LGBTQA: This inspiring, lively and affirming group is open to all LGBTQ persons and allies. Contact openarms.cluster@st.lukes.org for additional meeting dates, times, locations and info. COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER: Receive counseling in areas such as stress management, depression, anger, domestic violence, eating disorders, and grief. Call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 for an appointment. STEPHEN MINISTRY: Are you dealing with marital issues, a serious illness or a loss? Call Carol Crowley at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 to learn more about being confidentially matched with a Stephen Minister. GET IN SHAPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Join Chris Smith, certified personal trainer/group instructor, Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Coleman Gymnasium. $5.00/person. Contact Kelly Smith at 407.876.4991 ext.*223 or ksmith@st.lukes.org. ST. LUKE’S 60+ SINGLES: The singles group will have an arts and science program at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 24 in Building C Room 200-202. Questions, contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. FIND OUR “MISSING” ST. LUKERS: Did you know that the names of all of our St. Luke’s members are kept on a master list? This helps us keep in contact with you through regular church mailings and electronic communications. Copies of the list are in the brochure racks on campus. If you can provide a current address and/or phone number for any of these folks please call Linda Shankle, Membership Secretary, in the church office at 407.876.4991 ext. *222. HELP US GET TO 1,000 LIKES! For the latest St. Luke's news like us on Facebook at facebook.com/ stlukesorlando or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/stlukesorlando.
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We are so glad that you decided to check out St. Luke's! Let us help you NEW TO get connected. Contact the Connect and Care office at 407.876.4991 ST. LUKE'S? ext.*262 or email Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/connect.
Grow THURSDAY NIGHT DINNER: Join us October 24 for herb encrusted tilapia, rice, green beans, coleslaw, rolls, dessert and a drink. $6.00 adults and children over 12, $4.00 children 6-12, $3.00 children 2-6. Family max of $20.00. R.S.V.P. to Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296, dduncan@st.lukes.org or sign the THRIVE booklet in the information rack outside the Reception office. All reservations should be made by the Monday before the dinner. Discovery Class: More than a Bible study, we are a caring prayer group of 14 women. Come and join with us at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in Building C Room 205-207 or call Bea Pederson at 407.721.0610. GOD-O-Sea Sunday Programming for students with Special Needs: We will offer a small one-on-one Special Needs Sunday Programming class from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sundays of each month with a reservation. Ages range from middle elementary to youth. If you feel your child is in need of a specialized situation, please contact Jayne Andrews at jandrews@st.lukes.org. CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES: Children grow together in their understanding of what it means to be a disciple. Please stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings for room assignments for children preschool through grade 5. MERGE (GRADES 5-6): Join us in the Attic of Building C at 9:30 a.m. for games, videos, Bible study and activities that make scripture come alive. For more information, email Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org. ECHO (GRADES 7-8): Join us in Building C Room 205-207 from 9:30 a.m to 10:30 a.m. to go deeper into the Bible with your fellow students. For more information, email Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org. HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12): Join us on Sundays as we grow deeper into our spiritual journey in Building C Room 204-206 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org. YOUTH MINISTRIES: 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 by visiting www.nexgenministries.com. Contact Laura Turner at lturner@st.lukes.org with questions. New Horizons Singles: Find peace before the holidays through "Examine Prayer" on October 21 and 28. Reconnect with God’s presence through the modern practice of an ancient prayer with stillness, forgiveness, gratitude, reflection and hopefulness. Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 205. ABUNDANT LIFE WORKSHOPS "PRINCIPLES OF HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS": Abundant Life Workshops are designed to enhance your life by addressing issues that occasionally present challenges to everyone. We should consider our expectations, expectations of others, mutual trust and culitvating opportunities for growth in relationships. Joel Christie facilitates this workshop Thursday, November 7, 14 and 21 in Building C Room 208-210 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 to register. No charge. EXEGESIS WITH PASTOR BILL: If you enjoy Pastor Bill’s sermons, come spend an extra hour learning at his Exegesis Bible Study every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209. 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. Visit Epworth as well as London, Bristol, Bath, Stratford and Oxford. Informational brochures have been placed in the information racks around campus. BECOME A ST. LUKER...TAKE THE FIRST STEPS All current members and prospective new members are encouraged to take the "Learn" classes. Visit st.lukes.org/grow for course descriptions or contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. 1. Attend a Welcome Luncheon: Join us at 12:00 p.m. next Sunday, October 27 in the Fellowship Hall. No childcare is available, but children are welcome. R.S.V.P. to ccrowley@st.lukes.org by Thursday, October 24. 2. Attend 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. Attend either on Sundays or Tuesdays. All courses are four sessions. Childcare available by reservation. 3. Attend the Decide Class: This final class builds on the experiences from the first four courses and empowers participants to continue their Christian journey. Subjects include the spiritual disciplines, The Bible in 12 Words, Commit and Meet Jesus on the Road.
For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/grow.
Serve Within Our Community DONATE BLOOD TODAY: Today's blood drive will run from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Every donor will receive a Halloween T-shirt plus a free Old Town Amusement Wristband. Save a life by donating blood! Questions, contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. CIRCLES® CAMPAIGN INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS: If you want to be a part of the Circles® Campaign join us in Building C Room 201 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 22. Contact Meghan Killingsworth at mkillingsworth@st.lukes.org for more information on Circles. SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION: Educational IMPACT will assist Pineloch and Mollie Ray Elementary Schools with beautifying and cleaning up their campuses on Saturday, October 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Serve with parents, students of all ages, singles, and friends. Bring your labeled tools such as rakes, hedge trimmers, spades, clippers, 3" paint rollers, and large heavy black bags. Sign up with Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239 to ensure we can provide enough cold water and snacks. UNCF 5K-WALK FOR EDUCATION: This 5K run/walk provides us with an excellent opportunity to change the lives of deserving college students. Serve as an ambassador for St. Luke’s and promote the church at our booth or run/walk in the race. This annual event takes place Saturday, November 2 at 8:00 a.m. at The Mall at Millenia (4200 Conroy Road). If you would like to help or need more information, please contact Pastor Corey at cjones@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *288. EAST WINTER GARDEN CONNECTIONS: The Community Transformation Team has identified two great ways for individuals and families to get involved in East Winter Garden without any required training: COMMUNITY GARDEN: Located at the corner of 9th and Pennsylvania, the community garden in East Winter Garden currently has plots that are either rented annually or are used for donations to families in need. A group of 6-8 volunteers is needed to work over the next couple of weeks to do extensive weeding by hand and machine. Please contact Megan England at mengland@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *238 to volunteer or get more information. MAXEY ELEMENTARY TEACH IN EVENT: On November 20, Maxey Elementary School in Winter Garden is holding a Teach-In event. The purpose of the event is to expose children K-8th grades to a wide range of professions, hobbies and careers. If you are interested in sharing with children about your work and passion, contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext *239. Within Our Church MILITARY BOXES: Christmas boxes for the deployed military will be packed on November 20. Come by our table in the Building C Welcome Hall TODAY through November 10 to pick up a list of items that can be included in the packages. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions. STEPHEN MINISTRY CLASS: The next Stephen Ministry Class begins Tuesday, January 7, 2014. Spiritual gifts are gifts to give away! God gives them to us, and we use them to serve others. If your spiritual gifts include faith, mercy, teaching the faith, or encouragement, consider being a part of this one-to-one caregiving ministry. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. CHRISTMAS CONCERTS ARE COMING! Share your musical talents as part of our orchestra. Contact David Patrick at dpatrick@st.lukes.org for more information. We need you to help make the beautiful sounds of Christmas! SUNDAY MORNING GREETERS: The Greeters reflect the love of Christ by being welcoming, hospitable, and gracious to each and every person who enters the St. Luke’s campus. If you would like to serve on Sunday mornings (one Sunday a month) please contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. VOLUNTEER AT CONNECTION POINTS: Connection Points (in the Welcome Hall) are the hub of information and support. This position informs and answers questions on ministries and events within the church and gets people connected. To serve one Sunday a month contact Carol Crowley at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org. JOIN THE THURSDAY NIGHT DINNER TEAM: Serve dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Can you spare one Thursday a month? Contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *296. 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 buddybreak@st.lukes.org or 407.341.5068. 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!
For more information about items or events listed above visit st.lukes.org/serve.