Welcome to the inspiring and uplifting events of Holy Week 2013. We have prepared this worship guide to aid you in structuring your week of worship with us. From Palm Sunday through Easter you will find St. Luke’s pastors, staff, musicians, and lay servant ministry volunteers ready to help you discover the life-changing love of God revealed in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Holy Week services of worship focus on the events that took place in and around Jerusalem in the spring of the year 30 AD, when an itinerant preacher/teacher/ healer named Jesus of Nazareth brought his message of love and life to Israel’s greatest city. He was hailed as the long-awaited Messiah on Palm Sunday, arrested as a troublemaker on Holy Thursday, executed as a threat to the peace on Good Friday, and resurrected as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords on Easter Sunday. Each year, both the faithful and the curious retrace his steps and contemplate the meaning his life has for them. We invite you to walk with us this year. Please use this program booklet for the entire week and bring it with you to each service you attend. Once Holy Week has passed, we hope that you will continue to explore and express your spirituality here on our campus. God is working a mighty miracle among us, and we welcome you here to experience the healing love and eternal life that are the Easter gifts of Christ which we celebrate all year long.
With faith, hope and love,
Dr. William S. Barnes Lead Pastor
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2013 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE March 24, Palm Sunday 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Coleman Memorial Gymnasium (Building C) ................................................................................................... page 5 11:00 a.m. re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship Coleman Memorial Gymnasium (Building C) 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary................................................................................................................................................................page 6-7
March 28, Holy Thursday 7:30 p.m. Holy Communion Coleman Memorial Gymnasium (Building C).................................................................................................page 8-9
March 29, Good Friday 7:30 p.m. A Service of Tenebrae - Contemporary Worship Coleman Memorial Gymnasium (Building C).............................................................................................page 10-11 7:30 p.m. A Service of Tenebrae - Traditional Worship Sanctuary............................................................................................................................................................page 12-13
March 31, Easter Sunday 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship ......................................................................................................................page 14 Coleman Memorial Gymnasium 11:15 a.m. re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship Coleman Memorial Gymnasium (Building C) 7:30, 8:45, 10:00, 11:15 a.m. Worship Sanctuary............................................................................................................................................................page 14-15 LENTEN OFFERING 2013 A long term tradition of St. Luke’s is to have our offering during Lent, from Ash Wednesday through Holy Week, go to ministries in our community and beyond. This year is the same as we strive toward our Meet Jesus on the Road strategies. This offering will extend our reach by supporting our local community partners, our advocacy efforts, and ministry with our global mission partners. We encourage you to give up an amount of money daily as part of your Lenten spiritual practice and give toward this goal.
FEELING INSPIRED TO GIVE TODAY? Visit one of the St. Luke’s Giving Kiosks conveniently located in the narthex of the sanctuary and outside the gym, or use the QR code to give directly from your mobile device!
FLOWERS AND ARTWORK The list of Easter Lily donors will be available in the wall rack in the Narthex and in the North Welcome Hall. The drawings of trees that represent the seasons displayed in our worship venues were created by Barbara Wright in dedication to her mother, Virginia H. Bennett.
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PRAYER LABYRINTH
Monday, March 25 – Friday, March 29 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. The prayer labyrinth will be available in the Fellowship Hall for persons to come and reflect, pray and walk throughout Holy Week. Prayer stations that surround the labyrinth will reflect the Seasons of the Soul Lenten sermon series that has been our focus during the season of Lent. Children are welcome to experience the labyrinth with their families. We ask that parents stay with their children throughout their time in this quiet and contemplative space in order to maintain the reflective atmosphere for everyone. Please take this worship guide with you to the labyrinth and use the space below to journal.
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PALM SUNDAY: CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP In The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Contemporary Worship (9:30 a.m.) re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship (11:00 a.m.) March 24, 2013
SCRIPTURE OPENING VIDEO GATHERING SONG
Luke 19:28-40 “Hosanna” “He Reigns/Awesome God” The Contemporary Praise Team
CALL TO WORSHIP
(from Luke 19)
The whole multitude of disciples began to praise God Shouting joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power they had seen. Blessed is the King who comes in the Name of the Lord. Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven! PRAISE MUSIC
“Everywhere That I Go”
OPENING PRAYER Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the human heart through the servanthood of Jesus Christ. By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful process of those who with their tongues confess Jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. PRAISE MUSIC OFFERING
“Blessed Be Your Name” “How He Loves Us”
MESSAGE
“From Palms to Passion”
CLOSING SONG
“Surely We Can Change” “Lead Me to the Cross”
“Cannot Keep You” The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
LITANY On this day of palms and celebration, Jesus continues his journey with God. We will go with him, for a while, until he turns towards Calvary. From the top of Olive Mountain, Jesus prepares to travel through the valley of heartache and loss. We will follow Jesus, for a while, cradling hope in our hearts. In the streets of Jerusalem, Jesus hears the cries of those who adore him. We will shout Jesus’ name, for a while, until we cry out, “Crucify him! BENEDICTION 5
PALM SUNDAY
Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary March 24, 2013 • 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. PRELUDE
“Crown Him with Many Crowns” The Adult Handbell Choirs
GATHERING & CHIMING OF THE HOUR *CALL TO WORSHIP The whole multitude of disciples began to praise God Shouting joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power they had seen. Blessed is the King who comes in the Name of the Lord. Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven! *THE GOSPEL READING OF JESUS ENTERING JERUSALEM THE PROCESSION OF THE PALMS “Let the Glad Praises Ring!”
Luke 19:28-40
Gin Smith, Tanya Lewis and Frank Ritti
“Crown Him Lord”
The combined Sanctuary and Children’s Choirs with the St. Luke’s Dance Ensemble, St. Luke’s Adult and Morning Handbell Choirs and Instrumentalists
1. All hail the pow’r of Jesus’ name! 3. Crown Him with many crowns, Let angels prostrate fall; The Lamb upon His throne. Bring forth the royal diadem, Hark! How the heav’nly anthem drowns And crown Him Lord of all; All music but its own! Bring forth the royal diadem, Awake, my soul, and sing And crown Him Lord of all! Of Him who died for thee, And hail Him as thy matchless King Thro’ all eternity. 2. Ye chosen seed of Israel’s race, 4. Crown Him the Lord of life! Ye ransomed from the fall, Who triumphed o’er the grave; Hail Him who saves you by His grace, Who rose victorious in the strife And crown Him Lord of all; For those He came to save. Hail Him who saves you by His grace, His glories now we sing, And crown Him Lord of all! Who died and rose on high, Who died eternal life to bring And lives that death may die.
OPENING PRAYER Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the human heart through the servanthood of Jesus Christ. By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful procession of those who with their tongues confess Jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. *THE PEACE (Please offer expressions of love to those around you.) WELCOME (During the introductions and announcements, please sign the Fellowship Pad, then pass it back across the row, noting the names of visitors and friends worshiping with you today.)
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THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Receiving baptism today:
(8:00) Ryan Davis Levreault
WITNESS IN MUSIC
“Hosanna - Hosanna”
The combined Sanctuary and Children’s Choirs with the St. Luke’s Dance Ensemble, St. Luke’s Adult and Morning Handbell Choirs and Instrumentalists
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER OFFERING OFFERTORY
“Praise to the Lord” The Sanctuary Choir
*DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
SERMON SCRIPTURE *HYMN
“From Palms to Passion”
Dr. William S. Barnes
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
“All Glory, Laud, and Honor”
Hymn No. 280
Refrain: All glory, laud, and honor, to thee, Redeemer, King, to whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ring. 1. Thou art the King of Israel, thou David’s royal Son, who in the Lord’s name comest, the King and Blessed One. Refrain. 2. The company of angels are praising thee on high, and we with all creation in chorus make reply. Refrain. 3. The people of the Hebrews with palms before thee went; our prayer and praise and anthems before thee we present. Refrain. 4. To thee, before thy passion, they sang their hymns of praise; to thee, now high exalted, our melody we raise. Refrain. 5. Thou didst accept their praises; accept the prayer we bring, who in all good delightest, thou good and gracious king.
*BENEDICTION *CHORAL BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE
“The Lord Bless You and Keep You” “Air” The Adult Handbell Choirs
*If you are able, please stand in praise to God
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HOLY THURSDAY: SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION In The Coleman Gymnasium March 28, 2013 • 7:30 p.m.
Holy Thursday is one of the oldest observances of Holy Week. We celebrate this night when Jesus gathered with his disciples for the Passover Feast. However, on this Last Supper evening, Jesus would enact moments throughout the meal which we now celebrate as God saving us from slavery to sin and death through the grace of Christ symbolized in bread and cup. This worship service will focus on the movement from what seemed to be the abundance of summer, the celebration of the entry into Jerusalem and the feast of the Passover, through the transition into a season of fall, where change would come quickly and the disciples would be forced to let go of expectations, notions and ultimately, let go of Jesus.
OPENING MUSIC
“Flood” “Washed By The Water”
As you are seated you will recieve a cleansing of your hands, symoblic of Jesus’ washing of the disciples. During this time reflect on the words written by Lucy Hanson (See page 9) and consider how Christ’s washing of your hands enables you to begin to be washed of all the expecations, sins, and desires Christ is calling for you to let go of in order to grow into the fullness of the Easter resurrection.
WELCOME AND OPENING WORDS FROM A DISCIPLE *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
When the abundance of the summer of our lives overwhelms us You are with us, O God. When the fierce daylight blinds us to reality You are our guide, O God. When the fruits of summer transition into the overripe and rottenness of fall You come to us to wash us clean, O God. When the fall of our lives claims us You help us begin to let go, O God. Wherever we are, whatever we are, You are our God, and we belong to you.
SONGS OF PRAISE
“I Will Follow” “Take My Life”
SCRIPTURE: JOHN 13:3-10
PETER: LEARNING TO LET GO RESPONSE Help us let go O Lord, and touch the places in our lives that need your cleansing, that need to be released. We humbly let go and surrender to your touch. SCRIPTURE: JOHN 13:21-30
JUDAS: GIVING UP CONTROL RESPONSE Help us give up control O Lord, of the places in our lives where our desires do not match yours. We humbly let go and surrender to your will. SCRIPTURE: LUKE 22:14-20 THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION Music During Communion
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“Remembrance (The Communion Song)”
SCRIPTURE: LUKE 22:24-27 THE DISICPLES: SEEKING HUMILITY RESPONSE Help us move to last place O Lord, following your way and reminding ourselves that you called us to serve as you served us. We humbly confess our pride and surrender to your service. SCRIPTURE: LUKE 22:31-34 PETER: RELEASE FROM PERCEPTION RESPONSE: Help us release perceptions O Lord, both the masks we wear and ways we want people to see us. We humbly let go and ask for you to prune away everything false from our lives. OFFERING
“Redeemed”
DISCIPLES: CONFESSING OUR WEARINESS RESPONSE: Help us admit our weariness O Lord, and give us strength for the work of growth in our walk with you. We humbly confess and rely on your strength. VIDEO: THE GARDEN HOLY THURSDAY JESUS: DYING TO SELF RESPONSE: Help us die to our own ways O Lord, having the courage to pray as Christ prayed “not my will but yours be done.” We humbly release that which must fall to the earth and die for you to grow in our lives. *CLOSING SONG *SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 26: 57-66
“Jesus Paid It All”
*Please stand in praise to God if you are able. Wash my hands on Maundy Thursday not my feet My hands peel potatoes, wipe messes from the floor change dirty nappies, clean the grease from pots and pans have pointed in anger and pushed away in tears in years past they’ve smacked a child and raised a fist fumbled with nervousness, shaken with fear I’ve wrung them when waiting for news to come crushed a letter I’d rather forget covered my mouth when I’ve been caught out touched forbidden things, childhood memories do not grow dim These hands have dug gardens, planted seeds picked fruit and berries, weeded out and pruned trees found bleeding from the rose’s thorns dirt and blood mix together when washed before a cup of tea Love expressed by the masks for your respect in the hand-shake of warm greeting, the gentle rubbing of a child’s bump the caressing of a lover, the softness of a baby’s cheek sounds of music played by them in tunes upon a flute they’ve held a frightened teenager, touched a father in his death where cold skin tells the end of life has come but not the end of love, comforted a mother losing agility and health. With my hands outstretched before you I stand humbled and in awe your gentle washing in water, the softness of the towel symbolizing a cleansing the servant-hood of Christ. Wash my hands on Maundy Thursday and not my feet.
- Lucy Hanson
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GOOD FRIDAY: A SERVICE OF TENEBRAE In the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium March 29, 2013 • 7:30 p.m. About Tonight’s Service The service of Tenebrae, or “shadows,” was formed from a combination of night and early morning prayer with a focus on the commemoration of the Passion of our Lord. It was originally read and sung by monastic choirs in the Middle Ages, though its origin predates even that time period. The most significant feature of the service is the gradual extinguishing of the lights and candles in the room and on the altar. The bare altar and unvested furnishings emphasize the starkness of the events recalled. The candles represent the disciples and all later believers who follow Jesus, and the larger candle represents Christ himself.
OPENING MOVEMENT *CALL TO WORSHIP
“By His Wounds”
from Isaiah 53:1-3
The Lord be with you. And also with you. See, my servant shall prosper; he shall be exalted and lifted up, and shall be very high. Just as there were many who were astonished at him – so marred was his appearance, beyond human semblance, and his form beyond that of mortals – so he shall startle many nations; kings shall shut their mouths because of him; For that which had not been told them they shall see, and that which they had not heard they shall contemplate. OPENING HYMN
*PRAYER
“What Wondrous Love Is This” (vs. 1 & 2)
Hymn No. 292
O merciful God, you did not spare your only son, but offered him up for us all, that he might bear our sins upon the cross. Grant that we might so examine ourselves that we realize our own sinfulness, so great as to spiritually crucify him anew. Help us to recognize those nails which we drive into his cross today, and transform us into repentant, reshaped, and renewed disciples in his name. Amen. First Lesson The Darkness Foretold Luke 18:31-34 Leader: Who has believed what we have heard? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? People: By His wounds I have been healed. SONG Second Lesson
“The Fall”
In the Garden of Gethsemane Luke 22:39-53
Leader: He had no form or majesty that we should look at him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him. People: By His wounds I have been healed. SONG
“Broken and Beautiful”
Third Lesson
Jesus Before the Council Luke 22:63-71
Leader: He was despised and rejected by others; a man of suffering and acquainted with infirmity. People: By His wounds I have been healed.
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HYMN
“Ah, Holy Jesus” (vs. 1,2 & 3)
Fourth Lesson
Jesus Before Pilate and Herod Luke 23:1-12
Hymn No. 289
Leader: He was as one from whom others hide their faces, he was despised and we held him of no account. People: By His wounds I have been healed. SONG Fifth Lesson
“Late Have I Loved You” Jesus is Sentenced to Death Luke 23:13-25
Leader: Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him with pain. When he makes his life an offering for sin, he shall see his offspring and shall prolong his days. People: By His wounds I have been healed. OFFERING/OFFERTORY
“Blessed Redeemer”
Sixth Lesson
The Way of the Cross Luke 23:26-31
Leader: The righteous one, my servant, shall make many righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities People: By His wounds I have been healed. SONG
“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”
Seventh Lesson
The Crucifixion Luke 23:32-43
Leader: He shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he poured out himself to death and was numbered with the transgressors. People: By His wounds I have been healed. SONG
“Savior”
Eighth Lesson
The Death of Jesus Luke 23:44-46
VIDEO
“How Love Wins”
Ninth Lesson
The Burial of Jesus Luke 23:47-56
Leader: Yet he bore the sin of many, and made intercession for those who have sinned. People: By His wounds I have been healed. HYMN Tenth Lesson *BENEDICTION
“Were You There” (vs. 1, 4 & 5)
Hymn No. 288
The Song of the Suffering Servant Isaiah 53:4-9
*If you are able, please stand in praise to God Please be aware that the service ends in darkness. Please watch your step as you exit the worship space in silence.
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GOOD FRIDAY: A SERVICE OF TENEBRAE In the Sanctuary March 29, 2013 • 7:30 p.m. About Tonight’s Service The service of Tenebrae, or “shadows,” was formed from a combination of night and early morning prayer with a focus on the commemoration of the Passion of our Lord. It was originally read and sung by monastic choirs in the Middle Ages, though its origin predates even that time period. The most significant feature of the service is the gradual extinguishing of the lights and candles in the room and on the altar. The bare altar and unvested furnishings emphasize the starkness of the events recalled. The candles represent the disciples and all later believers who follow Jesus, and the larger candle represents Christ himself.
PRELUDE
“What Wondrous Love Is This?” The Sanctuary Choir *CALL TO WORSHIP from Isaiah 53:1-3
The Lord be with you. And also with you. See, my servant shall prosper; he shall be exalted and lifted up, and shall be very high. Just as there were many who were astonished at him – so marred was his appearance, beyond human semblance, and his form beyond that of mortals – so he shall startle many nations; kings shall shut their mouths because of him; For that which had not been told them they shall see, and that which they had not heard they shall contemplate. OPENING HYMN
“Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross” (vs. 1 & 3)
Hymn No. 301
*PRAYER OF APPROACH
O merciful God, you did not spare your only son, but offered him up for us all, that he might bear our sins upon the cross. Grant that we might so examine ourselves that we realize our own sinfulness, so great as to spiritually crucify him anew. Help us to recognize those nails which we drive into his cross today, and transform us into repentant, reshaped, and renewed disciples in his name. Amen.
First Lesson
The Darkness Foretold Luke 18:31-34
ANTHEM “Gethsemane” The Sanctuary Choir Second Lesson
HYMN Third Lesson ANTHEM
In the Garden of Gethsemane Luke 22:39-53 “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” (vs. 1 & 2) Jesus Before the Council Luke 22:63-71 “Via Dolorosa”
The Sanctuary Choir with Frank Ritti, soloist and St. Luke’s Dance Ensemble
Fourth Lesson
Jesus Before Pilate and Herod Luke 23:1-12
*HYMN
“Ah, Holy Jesus” (vs. 1, 2 & 3)
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Hymn No. 298
Hymn No. 289
Fifth Lesson
Jesus is Sentenced to Death Luke 23:13-25
OFFERING/OFFERTORY
“Day of Darkness” The Sanctuary Choir
Sixth Lesson
The Way of the Cross Luke 23:26-31
ANTHEM
“Thy Will Be Done” The Sanctuary Choir with the St. Luke’s Dance Ensemble
Seventh Lesson *HYMN Eighth Lesson
The Crucifixion Luke 23:32-43 “Were You There” (vs. 1, 4 & 5)
Hymn No. 288
The Death of Jesus Luke 23:44-46
THE STREPITUS Ninth Lesson
The Burial of Jesus Luke 23:47-56
ANTHEM
“Jesus, Only Jesus” The Sanctuary Choir
Tenth Lesson *BENEDICTION
The Song of the Suffering Servant Isaiah 53:4-9
*If you are able, please stand in praise to God After the benediction please remain seated until the choir exits. We ask that you then depart in silence. Please be aware that this service will end in darkness. We ask that you watch your step.
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EASTER SUNDAY: CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP In The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium Contemporary Worship (9:30 a.m.) re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship (11:15 a.m.) March 31,2013 OPENING MOVEMENT
Easter Daybreak “Joyful, Joyful”
*CALL TO WORSHIP BASED ON PSALM 95 AND 98 We come before you with singing and shouts of joy! Christ is Risen! He is Risen indeed! Our souls rise up to meet you, living Lord, in a dance of joy! Hallelujah! The grave is empty! We have been led by your loving hand, and we proclaim with joy that you are our salvation! Death has no hold! Christ is Risen indeed! With all creation we sing your praise in song. Reign in our hearts this day! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! And again we sing, Hallelujah! *SONGS OF PRAISE
“ Just Wanna Say”
*OPENING PRAYER God of glory and new beginnings, we wake from the darkness of a winters night to your morning of springtime alleluias! Break forth into our hearts with the light of hope, burst forth from our hearts with your blossoms of grace, and transform our spirits with the sweet fragrance of joy. Easter has come, death has been conquered, resurrection is here, we have been reborn. Amen. *SONGS OF PRAISE “Sweeter” WELCOME (During the Welcome, please sign the Fellowship Pad, then pass it back across the row, noting the
names of visitors and friends worshiping with you today.)
OFFERING “Alive” MESSAGE
“A Gardener’s Glory”
CLOSING SONGS
“Great God” “I Know Who I Am”
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams
*BENEDICTION WELCOME to this celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord!
We hope you will return to worship with us and will consider making St. Luke’s your church home.
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EASTER SUNDAY: TRADITIONAL WORSHIP In the Sanctuary March 31, 2013 • 7:30, 8:45, 10:00 & 11:15 a.m.
PRELUDE
“Risen Lord” The Adult Handbell Choirs and Brass Ensemble
“Psalm 19” David Patrick, organ
*CALL TO WORSHIP BASED ON PSALM 95 AND 98
We come before you with singing and shouts of joy! Christ is Risen! He is Risen indeed! Our souls rise up to meet you, living Lord, in a dance of joy! Hallelujah! The grave is empty! We have been led by your loving hand, and we proclaim with joy that you are our salvation! Death has no hold! Christ is Risen indeed! With all creation we sing your praise in song. Reign in our hearts this day! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! And again we sing, Hallelujah!
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN
“Raise Your Joys and Triumphs High”
1. Christ the Lord is ris’n today, 3. Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia! Alleluia! Earth and heav’n in chorus say, Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia! Alleluia! Raise your joys and triumphs high, Dying once He all doth save save, Alleluia! Alleluia! Sing, ye heav’ns, and earth, reply, Where’s thy victory, boasting grave? Alleluia! Alleluia! 2. Love’s redeeming work is done, 4. Soar we now where Christ hath led, Alleluia! Alleluia! Fought the fight, the battle won, Foll’wing our exalted Head, Alleluia! Alleluia! Death in vain forbids Him rise, Made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia! Alleluia! Christ has opened Paradise. Ours the cross, the grave, the skies. Alleluia! Alleluia! *OPENING PRAYER
God of glory and new beginnings, we wake from the darkness of a winter’s night to your morning of springtime alleluias! Break forth into our hearts with the light of hope, burst forth from our hearts with your blossoms of grace, and transform our spirits with the sweet fragrance of joy. Easter has come, death has been conquered, resurrection is here, we have been reborn. Amen.
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*THE PEACE (Please offer expressions of love to those around you.) WELCOME
(During the Welcome, please sign the Fellowship Pad, then pass it back across the row, noting the names of visitors and friends worshiping with you today.)
WITNESS IN MUSIC
“The Majesty and Glory of Your Name” The Sanctuary Choir
*THE EASTER GOSPEL
John 20:1-18
Page 114 in the New Testament
PASTORAL PRAYER, SILENT PRAYER, THE LORD’S PRAYER OFFERING OFFERTORY ANTHEM *HYMN 1.
“Worthy The Lamb” Active Faith and The Sanctuary Choir “The Day of Resurrection”
The day of resurrection, Earth, tell it out abroad, the Passover of gladness, the Passover of God. From death to life eternal, from earth unto the sky, our Christ has brought us over with hymns of victory.
2. (Men) Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright (Women) the Lord in rays eternal of resurrection light. (All) And, list’ning to His accents, may hear, so calm and plain, His own “All hail” and, hearing, may raise the victor strain. 3.
Now let the heav’ns be joyful! Let earth her song begin! The world resound in triumph, and all that is therein. Let all things seen and unseen their notes of gladness blend. For Christ the Lord has risen, our joy that has no end.
“A Gardener’s Glory”
SERMON *CHORAL ACCLAMATION
Dr. William S. Barnes
“Hallelujah” (from “The Messiah”)
*BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE
“He Is Alive” The Sanctuary Choirrcha
*If you are able, please stand in praise to God.
WELCOME to this celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord!
We hope you will return to worship with us and will consider making St. Luke’s your church home.
Please note: All saved seats will need to be released 5 minutes before the service time to make room for all in attendance.
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ST. LUKE’S CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES DURING HOLY WEEK Children are always welcome in worship at St. Luke’s. You do not need to be a member of St. Luke’s to bring your children to our nursery or Sunday programs. Nursery care and program rooms open 15 minutes prior to the service you are attending. Children must be signed in and out by an adult for all Holy Week programs. Stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings or call 407.876.4991, ext. *295, *308 or *237 for more information. PALM SUNDAY 8:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE: Nursery and preschool age children may be dropped off in Building B Room 112/114, Building B. Elementary age children should worship with their families. 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES: Sunday programming is offered for infants through preschool age. If your child is already registered bring them to their assigned classroom. If you are new to St. Luke’s please stop by the Welcome Window in Building B for assistance. Elementary age children should worship with their families. EVENTS DURING HOLY WEEK: Prayer Labyrinth Come experience the prayer labyrinth and prayer stations in Fellowship Hall. We have family friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy. Parents must remain with their children. HOLY THURSDAY (7:30 p.m. Worship) and GOOD FRIDAY (7:30 p.m. Worship) Nursery and preschool age children may be dropped off in Building A Room A110 for special activities. Elementary age should worship with their families. EASTER SUNDAY 7:30 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary): Building B Room 106: Infants and Crawlers Building B Room 112/114 Toddlers through preschool Elementary age children should worship with their families. 8:45 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary): Building B Room 106: Infants and crawlers Building B Room 116/118: Toddlers Building B Room 115: Preschool Elementary age children should worship with their families. 10:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Worship Services (Sanctuary): Building B Room 106: Infants & Crawlers Building B Room 112/114: Toddlers Building B Room 116/118: Toddlers Building B Room 108/110: Preschool Building B Room 105/107: Preschool Elementary age children should worship with their families. 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Worship Services in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium: Building A Room A-109: Infants & Crawlers Building A Room 110: Toddlers Building B Room 101/103: Preschoolers Elementary age children should worship with their families.
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St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Staff Orlando, Florida • 407.876.4991
STAFF VISION LEADERSHIP TEAM
Dr. William S. Barnes, Lead Pastor Ext. *224 Dr. David Stephens, Minister of Care Ext. *233 The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams, Executive Pastor Ext. *297 Lynette Fields, Executive Director of Missions Ext. *230 Kelly Smith, Executive Director of Operations Ext. *223
WORSHIP STAFF
Dr. William S. Barnes, Lead Pastor Ext. *224 The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams, Executive Pastor Ext. *297 Bradley Roberts, Interim Associate Director of Traditional Music Ext. *245 Rose Frazee, Administrative Assistant for Music Ministries Ext. *244 Kendal Jolly, Interim Director of Traditional Music Ext. *245 Jeri Miles, Children’s Choir Ext. *244 Kenion Thompson, Accompanist Ext. *244 Steve MacKinnon, Director of Praise Teams Ext. *272 Carrie Fields, Administrator for Worship Ministries Ext. *234 Steven Leonard, Assistant Contemporary Worship Music Director Ext. *228
CONNECT STAFF
Dr. David Stephens, Minister of Care Ministries The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Connection Carol Crowley, Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries Pam Hultberg, Director, School of the Arts Peggy Caverly, Financial Assistant, School of the Arts Cindy Brough, Administrative Assistant, School of the Arts Joanne MacPherson, Director, Community Counseling Center Toni Deputy, Office Manager, Counseling Center
GROW STAFF
Joline Krolicki, Director of Adult Discipleship Jayne Andrews, Director of Children and Family Ministries Janet Schwenk-Chambers, Associate Director of Children and Family Ministries Andrew Miller, High School Director, NexGen Student Ministries David Jans, Middle School Director, NexGen Student Ministries
SERVE STAFF
Lynette Fields, Executive Director of Missions The Rev. Corey Jones, Minister of Community Mariam Mengistie, Director of Orlando Missions Sharon Briggs, Administrator for Missions Ministries Meghan Killingsworth, Associate Director of Family Stabilization
SUPPORT STAFF
Ext. *233 Ext. *229 Ext. *262 Ext. *260 Ext. *285 Ext. *242 Ext. *250 Ext. *250 Ext. *264 Ext. *237 Ext. *308 Ext. *253 Ext. *254 Ext. *230 Ext. *288 Ext. *313 Ext. *239 Ext. *301
Kelly Smith, Executive Director or Operations Ext. *223 Dede Duncan, Director of Events & Office Management Ext. *296 Donna Brisbin, Director of Finance Ext. *227 Dawn Fleming, Director of Marketing and Communications Ext. *302 Vince Lepore, Manager of Technical Services Ext. *232 Tyson Schmick, Manager of Information Systems Debbie Shellhorn, Director of the Child Development Center Ext. *269 Cindy Wunderlich, Assistant Directorof the Child Development Center Ext. *241 Tony Fazzone, Lead Facilities Associate Ext. *249 Linda Shankle, Membership Secretary Ext. *222 Jose Hernandez, Facilities Associate Ext. *249 Jeanne Gall, Administrative Assistant for Operations Ext. *221 Ben Adams, Director of Emerging Arts Ext. *235
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April 7 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary Hear about our Community Transformation process, give feedback regarding how and where we serve, AND be a part of determining the components of our updated master plan. This church-wide gathering will be a time for sharing information, obtaining feedback from all attending, and, of course, food and fellowship. Childcare is available for children 6 weeks through preschool by making a reservation at www.st.lukes.org/childcare. Whether you are a new attendee or have been coming for years, you will not want to miss this informative St. Luke’s event.
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CONNECT CLUSTERS: Clusters are 20 or more people sharing a common interest, life stage or neighborhood. Groups gather once a month, creating a community where everyone is connected. View all of the current Cluster Groups at st.lukes.org/clustergroups or contact Pastor Jad at jdenmark@st.lukes.org to get connected. GOLF: Is your interest in golf somewhere between “Caddy Shack” and Augusta National? If so, please consider joining the Golf Cluster Group. For more information contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@ st.lukes.org. We look “FORE” ward to teeing it up with you soon! GOSPEL CHOIR: Meets Sundays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Building B Room 209. Contact Bradley Roberts at stlukesgospelchoir@gmail.com for more information and meeting times. HOMESCHOOL: This cluster meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 12:30 p.m. in Building C Room 205-207. Bring your own lunch. Meeting and kids activities from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Contact Jayne Andrews at jandrews@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *237 for more information. NEXGEN MINISTRIES CLUSTER: Ohana means family in Hawaiian, and is a ministry for middle and high school students and their families on Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. . Participate in board games, video games and sports while listening to worship music from the student band in the Attic. Contact Andrew Miller at amiller@ st.lukes.org for more information. YOUNG ADULTS: This cluster meets on the first Tuesday of every month in the Attic of Building C. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. KEENE’S POINTE CLUSTER: Families and friends of all ages are welcome to come and meet other St. Lukers who live in the neighborhood. For more information please contact keenespointe.cluster@ st.lukes.org. “DEALING WITH ALCOHOL ADDICTION IN THE FAMILY” WORKSHOP: This three-week workshop will be facilitated by Susan Pate-Warren, LMHC, on Monday, April 8, 15, and 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Building B Room 202. Alcoholism is a family disease, isolating people, causing confusion, hopelessness and anger in everyone it touches. Help is available. Come to a group where you can listen, speak your mind, find comfort and learn you are not alone. All information is confidential. To pre-register contact the Counseling Center at 407.876.4991 ext. *250. RELAY FOR LIFE: Join the St. Luke’s team to fight cancer and celebrate recovery. This year’s Relay is Saturday evening, April 13 and Sunday morning, April 14. The event will be held at Chain of Lakes Middle School, just east of St. Luke’s. Contact the Care office at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262 to volunteer. SEE BUDDY BREAK IN ACTION: Volunteers age 14 and older are welcome to visit a Buddy Break session to learn more about this ministry and the amazing experiences (and community service hours) that come with volunteering. See the 2013 schedule at www.st.lukes.org/buddybreak. Contact Donna Barley at dbarley367@ gmail.com or 407.876.6728 to arrange a visit. COUNSELING AVAILABLE: The Community Counseling Center at St. Luke’s offers counseling services for a very low cost or pro bono for those in financial need. Clients can work with intern Jeff Stahl who is completing his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Stetson University. Please call 407.876.4991 ext. *250 for an appointment. COPING WITH TOUGH TIMES? St. Luke’s has a caring listener ready to provide comfort and support for as long as needed. Whether the person in need is you, a friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative, a trained Stephen Minister can help. Contact the care office at ccrowley@st.lukes.org for more information. SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH: Meet at Red Lobster on International Drive on Sunday, April 7 at 12:30 p.m. For reservations or cancellations call Becky Garner at 407.351.4875. NAME TAG PICK UP: If you have already submitted a new name tag request form, please visit the table in the Building C Welcome Hall to pick up your new badge TODAY. Blank forms are also available at this table .
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GROW THURSDAY THRIVE DINNER: Enjoy dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Building C. The menu for Thursday, April 4 includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and a drink. Adults $6.00, children 5-12 $4.00, and children 1-5 $3.00. Family max of $20.00. Please sign up at the Service Stations in Building C or call Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296 by noon the Monday before THRIVE. YOUNG ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: Drop in for a traditional Sunday school class with non-traditional topics. The class meets at 9:30 a.m. in Building B Room 203. There will be no class on Easter Sunday. EVERYWHERE FUN FAIR (VBS 2013) JUNE 17 – JUNE 21: Celebrate God’s welcoming love for everyone at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Everywhere Fun Fair (VBS 2013), where God’s world comes together. VBS 2013 runs from June 17- June 21, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At this exciting child-friendly fair, your children will experience the love of Jesus, meet welcoming neighbors from the Bible and explore the everyday life of neighbors from Japan, Zimbabwe, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Mexico. Children will discover that God’s love welcomes everyone, as they learn to love and serve God and be a neighbor to the world. Children will attend exciting attractions such as interactive Bible storytelling, global games, rockin’ music, Cultural Connection and more! Everywhere Fun Fair takes children to a global celebration with the look and feel of a world’s fair. Children will make friends with neighbors around the world and discover that God’s love can be found everywhere, including their own neighborhoods. Everywhere Fun Fair addresses and represents the whole spectrum of people in the human family--ages, races, abilities, and stages of development. Registration for VBS 2013 is now open for Servant Ministers who are making a commitment to serve at VBS. Open registration will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. For more details or to register, please visit www.St.Lukes.org/SummerCamps. Looking forward to seeing you at the fair! CREATED BY GOD RETREAT FOR 5TH GRADERS- APRIL 26-28: Created by God is a comprehensive, faith-based study of human sexuality for 5th graders and their parents or guardians. The curriculum will be taught by United Methodist Church leadership in a way that is relevant and fun. Children and their parents will be encouraged in their faith and in their relationships. This is an amazing family ministry opportunity. The retreat will be held at the Warren W. Willis United Methodist Camp facilities in Fruitland Park. Cost $100.00 per person. Register at www.warrenwilliscamp.org. For more information or questions please email Jayne Andrews, Director of Children and Family Ministries, at jandrews@st.lukes.org.
BECOME A ST. LUKER...TAKE THE FIRST STEPS Many people ask how to get connected at St. Luke's, how to learn more about being a disciple and what it takes to be a member. We want to make sure people really know who we are as St. Luke's and as United Methodists as well as how and why we worship, connect, grow and serve in the ways we do! We have developed an entirely new FIRST STEPS PROCESS to learn about Christianity, the Bible, United Methodism and St. Luke's. Step 1: Attend a Welcome Gathering The next gathering will be held on April 28 at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Step 2: Attend Four Learn Classes Each class is one month long. 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 the two classes on United Methodism and St. Luke's 101. Step 3: Attend the Decide Class This one month class will be held four times a year and will be taught by St. Luke's Leadership. We will concentrate on the spiritual disciplines, how we read the Bible, commitment and missions. At the end of this class you will have the opportunity to consider joining the church and becoming a member on one of our Membership Celebration Sundays. Please contact Carol Crowley at 407.876.4991 ext. *262 or ccrowley@st.lukes.org for further details. Page 17
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SERVE Within Our Community WELCOME FAMILY PROMISE FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 31: Families will spend this week on St. Luke’s campus from Sunday, March 31 through Sunday, April 7. We appreciate volunteers and all who have contributed to making this a pleasant visit for the families. Stop by the Fellowship Hall to greet or offer well wishes to the families. BOUNCE BACK INTO ACTION WITH HABITAT!: Habitat construction will resume its workday on roof trusses Saturday, April 6 at the new home in Winter Garden. Volunteers are needed to bring lunches to approximately 14 to 20 construction volunteers. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239 to sign-up. Workdays remaining for construction are: 4/6 - Roof trusses, 4/13-Continue roof decking; set hip trusses. SUPPORT THE GOODWILL DIGNITY DRIVE: Donate items (clothing, books, toys etc.) to the Goodwill Dignity Drive, April 11 to April 13. Donated items help Goodwill provide programs and resources that promote customized job training, employment placement and other services. In 2011 Goodwill helped over 4.1 million people who had disabilities, lacked education or job experience, or faced employment challenges. If you would like to get involved, visit carecalendar.org, enter Calendar ID 142260 and the security code 5839 to sign up or contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. MISSION POSSIBLE ART RECEPTION AND FILM FESTIVAL ON APRIL 13: This special event will kickoff the Mission Possible sermon series and Community Transformation launch. After appearing at the UCF Art Gallery and the Mayor’s Gallery in Orlando’s City Hall, ArtWorks art is coming to St. Luke’s. The art is created by children and youth from challenging backgrounds, and shares their stories of hope, fear, and courage. Two films on poverty and hunger The Line and Hunger Hits Home will be shown followed by discussion about what can be done to make a difference. Films show at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Art reception is at 5:30 p.m. and will have hors d’oeuvres and music by School of the Arts. There will be an alternative movie option and activities for elementary school children, and childcare is available for preschool and younger. MEALS NEEDED FOR JOBS PARTNERSHIP: Small groups or families are needed to prepare meals (main dish, side dishes, bread, and dessert) for 50 people. Paper goods and drinks are provided. Meals need to be delivered by 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Callahan Center and Thursdays at HD Supply in downtown Orlando February through April. Contact Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. TAKING STRIDES FOR FAMILY PROMISE WALK: The Annual 2013 “Taking Strides Toward a New Beginning Walk for Central Florida’s Homeless Families” will take place on April 13, 2013 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 North Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789. Visit the information rack adjacent to the office doors in Building C to obtain registration forms and to view flyers or http://familypromiseorlando.org. Within Our Church GREETERS NEEDED: St. Luke’s has two opportunities to welcome and greet guests from the community who will be attending events at St. Luke’s. 1) Art Reception and Film Festival on April 13 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 2) Community dinner on April 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. If you are interested please contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *296. MEDIA OPERATORS NEEDED: This position plays a role in creating a seamless worship experience for the congregation by displaying videos, lyrics, and sermon slides during worship. Volunteers are needed for Traditional Worship at 9:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship at 9:30 a.m. and re•define at 11:00 a.m. Training will be provided. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to sign up! REACH BEYOND OUR CAMPUS: We need your help to capture worship and share the good news with our online worshipers. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to volunteer as a camera operator. SUNDAY COFFEE TEAM: Volunteers are needed to make coffee on the second Sunday of the month at 7:15 a.m., and one person is needed to put the donuts out on the third Sunday at 7:30 a.m. If interested please contact Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org. ACOLYTES AND CRUCIFERS: Third, fourth, and fifth graders who love to worship or want to learn more about leading worship are invited to serve as acolytes and crucifers in the Sanctuary. Please contact Jayne Andrews at 407.876.4991 ext. *237 or jandrews@st.lukes.org to get connected.
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Our mission if we choose to accept it: Working together to end poverty for one family... one neighborhood at a time.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 4:00 p.m. Screening of The Line, Poverty in America--it’s not what you think. Runtime: 40 minutes followed by discussion, located in Building C, The Attic. 5:30 p.m. Art Reception featuring the art of ArtWorks. Building C-Welcome Hall. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, meet the child artists and listen to music from the School of the Arts. 6:30 p.m. Screening of Hunger Hits Home, A first-hand look at the crisis of childhood hunger in America. Runtime: 40 minutes followed by discussion, located in Building C, The Attic. 4:00 p.m. Movie and activities for elementary school children in Building A Room & 6:30 p.m. 201, parents must pick up elementary age children for reception. There is no cost for this event, but please RSVP to Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org. Please indicate number of children and time attending.
Childcare reservation (ages 0-5) should be made by April 5 at st.lukes.org/childcare
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Join us for our upcoming sermon series: Our Mission, if we choose to accept it, is to serve God in transformative ways. This sermon series is centered on our call to care for children and families who live in poverty. We will seek to understand that in order to transform a community, our paradigm of missions as well as our individual commitment to serve must be transformed. Each week we will reflect on one of our guiding principles for community transformation and will focus on stories out of the Gospel of Luke. We invite you to worship with us again on Sundays at any of our worship venues: Traditional Worship 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Contemporary Worship 9:30 a.m. in The Coleman Memorial Gymnasium 11:00 a.m. re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship in the Coleman Gymnasium
JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION CONFERENCE! Register online at www.st.lukes.org.
Intensive Track Friday, April 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $10 Who Should Attend: St. Lukers and community partners who want to help launch the family and neighborhood stabilization initiatives. This builds on the preparation we did as a congregation in 2012. It is recommended that those who attend this segment have completed Dignity Serves, Meet Jesus on the Road, participated in the poverty simulation, attended the April 13 Film Festival, or have read a Bob Lupton book.
Community Track Saturday, April 27 5:30 Dinner with Community Guests 7:00 p.m. Worship Cost: $25 Who Should Attend: Pastors, lay volunteers, community leaders, elected officials, and staff of non-profit organizations who are interested in new approaches that combine the best practices of asset-based community development and an innovative national model for families to transition over the poverty line. Participants from Intensive Track will not want to miss this either.
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