Thanksgiving Sunday November 25, 2012
October 27, 2013
WORSHIP Traditional
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Dr. William S. Barnes
Prelude Gathering for Worship Choral Introit
“Majesty, Worship His Majesty” (8:00) Active Faith (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
*Call to Worship *Hymn
Contemporary
9:30 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Dr. William S. Barnes Gathering Song “Trading My Sorrows”
Welcome Call to Worship Scripture: John 8:1-11 Sermon: “The Grace Is His, Not Ours” Series: Jesus: Risk Taker, Rule Breaker, Grace Maker
Offering
“When Morning Gilds the Skies”.............................#185
*Opening Prayer *Passing the Peace and Welcome Witness in Music “Sinner's Plea” (8:00) Active Faith “Grace” (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Call to Prayer
“Wake Me Up”
*Praise Songs
“Open the Eyes of My Heart” “Like An Avalanche”
*Congregational Prayer Closing Song “Grace Like Rain”
*Benediction
“Lead Me, Lord” (8:00) Active Faith (9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir
Prayers of the People; The Lord's Prayer Offering and Offertory “Sweet, Sweet, Spirit” (8:00) Active Faith “Work Together” (9:30) The Children's Choir “Sinner's Plea” (11:00) Active Faith
*Doxology and Prayer of Dedication.......94 *Hymn
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
“Because He Lives” ................................................#364
Scripture: John 8:1-11 Sermon: “The Grace Is His, Not Ours”
Series: Jesus: Risk Taker, Rule Breaker, Grace Maker
*Hymn
“Grace Greater than Our Sin” .............................#365
The flowers in the Sanctuary are given in memory of Richard Masi by the Frank Masi family and the Richard Masi Family.
*Benediction & Benediction Response “Go in the Grace of the Lord”
*Postlude
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!
For sermon videos and worship schedules visit st.lukes.org/worship.
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Visit the Commit table in the Building C Welcome Hall. Facilities optimization plans are on display!
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. • Dinners begin TONIGHT and continue through Friday, November 1. St. Luke's leadership will share more details about the Commit Campaign plans for Community Transformation and Campus Optimization Initiatives. • Commit Campaign information packets will be distributed at the end of each dinner. Attendees will not be receiving a Commitment Card or be asked for a commitment at this time.
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November 17 The Big Event Church-wide Commitment Worship Service • Celebrate where God has led us. • We will make our campaign commitments at Hard Rock Live. • Event information will be available at the Commit Campaign table in the Welcome Hall of Building C beginning November 3. Those attending The Big Event at Hard Rock Live must pick up wristbands and an event parking pass. Commit Campaign information packets will also be available for anyone who did not attend a campaign dinner. • This worship event is open to everyone. No childcare is available, but all ages are welcome. *Updates are noted in blue.
For information about the Commit Campaign visit st.lukes.org/commit.
Connect United Methodist Women’s
ONE DAY ONLY! UNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Saturday, November 9 This year's event will be held Saturday, November 9 from 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.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 Susse Mabie at 407.923.8409 for more information.
Holiday Bazaar
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. 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 TODAY, November 10 or 17. Canine Crusader teams will be on campus to answer questions. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. CLUSTER GROUPS: Join us for Cluster Group Leadership Training Saturday, November 2 at 10:00 a.m. in Building C Room 201-203. R.S.V.P. to Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org. Visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups for a full list of active groups. MEN’S GROUP: The Men’s Cluster Group will meet Thursday, November 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Building C Office Conference Room. For information contact mens.cluster@st.lukes.org. CLASSIC CARS: The Classic Car Cluster Group will meet Wednesday, November 13 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204-206. For information contact classiccars.cluster@st.lukes.org. BOWLING: The Bowling Cluster Group will meet at the World Bowling Center at 6540 Canada Ave. on Monday November 4 and November 18 at 7:00 p.m. Email bowling.cluster@st.lukes.org for details. SENIOR LUNCH AND PROGRAM: Celebrate our pre-Thanksgiving meeting with special guest Carol Myrick, author of “Escape Under the Kenyan Moon” who will share the amazing story of her life in Africa! For reservations please call Debbi Gale at 407.295.4348 by Tuesday, November 12. SENIOR SUNDAY LUNCH: Meet at Bravo Restaurant, 7924 Via Dellagio Way, on Sunday, November 3 at 12:30 p.m. For reservations or cancellations call Becky Garner at 407.351.4875 or 407.353.8446. 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. 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. A listing of those we have lost contact with is located 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. COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER: Receive counseling in areas such as stress management, depression, anger, domestic violence, 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. Due to the Commit Campaign Dinners the next class will be November 5. 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 GOD-O-Sea Sunday Programming for students with Special Needs: This small one-on-one special needs class is offered 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. Email Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org for more information. 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. Email Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org for more information. 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 with questions. 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. Young Adults: Mere Christianity and Coffee begins on Thursday, November 7 at 6:45 p.m at the Starbucks on Rt. 192 across from the entrance to Celebration. A carpool will leave from St. Luke’s at 6:15 p.m. and return after class. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. New Horizons Singles: Journey with us from Nazareth to Bethlehem in this unique new look at the birth of Jesus Christ. Using historical information, scripture, archaeological data, video excursions in the Holy Land, and a personal look at some of the stories surrounding the birth, the most amazing moment in history becomes more real and heartfelt as readers walk along that same road. This study begins Sunday, November 3 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 205-207. 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. TODAY in the Fellowship Hall. No childcare is available. 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 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. CUBA MISSION INFO MEETING: Join us at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday November 3 in Building C Room 208-210 to learn more about the St. Luke's partnership with our sister church in Melones Cuba and the relationship developed between our two congregations over the past three years. Find out about our next visit to our sister congregation in early 2014. Contact Lynette Fields at lfields@st.lukes.org for more information. THE SHALOM ANGEL TREE CHRISTMAS EVENT: To learn more about this event and the Shalom Prison Ministry, attend the monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the Building C Office Conference Room. To sign up to help with Angel Tree in December, please contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. EAST WINTER GARDEN CONNECTIONS: The Community Transformation Team has identified ways for individuals and families to get connected and involved in East Winter Garden without any required training. MAXEY ELEMENTARY TEACH IN EVENT: On Wednesday, 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 would like to share your work and passion with children, contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext *239. COMMUNITY GARDEN: Located at the corner of 9th and Pennsylvania, the community garden in East Winter Garden has 100 occupied plots available for rent and to provide donated food for families in need. A group of 6-8 volunteers are needed on Monday, November 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. to do some extensive weeding by hand and machine. If you are available at that time or any other time, please contact Megan England at mengland@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *238 to volunteer or get more information. Within Our Church 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 CONCERT PRODUCTION STAFF/SET BUILDERS: Volunteers are needed to help with set construction for our 2013 Christmas Concerts! Volunteers are also needed to help with set pieces during the event and throughout the week prior to the concerts. Contact Ben Adams at badams@st.lukes.org to lend your time and talents! 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: Greeters reflect the love of Christ by being welcoming, hospitable, and gracious to each and every person who enters the St. Luke’s campus. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@ st.lukes.org if you would like to serve on Sunday mornings (one Sunday a month). 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 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. IF YOU WANT TO FOLLOW, LEAD: Contact Joline Krolicki at 407.876.4991 ext. *264 or jkrolicki@ st.lukes.org to learn more about how you can facilitate a small group. 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.