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Join us for worship Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary at 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium at 9:30 a.m. re•define: Contemporary•Family•Worship in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium at 11:00 a.m. 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. If you are a first time visitor, please stop by the Service Station in Building C to receive a Welcome Gift and let us answer your questions after worship.
GOD-O-SEA/CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES: Please stop by the Welcome Window in Building B on Sunday mornings if you need more information or assistance on your child’s placement. We look forward to being a part of your child’s spiritual formation. To assist parents and restless babies during worship, we have a glass-enclosed room in the back of the Sanctuary and the gym lobby area available. We also offer a free nursery in Building A for babies who are at least six weeks old. NEXGEN WEEKLY PROGRAMMING: High School students in grades 9-12 meet Wednesdays in the Attic (Building C) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Middle school students in grades 6-8 can participate in FUEL Thursdays in the Attic from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come enjoy fellowship, games, and praise and worship. We also have Ohana, a family game night, on Sundays in the Attic from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Stay up to date with all the NexGen (middle and high school) programs and events by visiting www.nexgenministries.com. Questions: contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org or Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org or call 407-876-4991 ext. *254.
Our culture defines the church according to a building or the hour of 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning, but what if you could find a community of people who believed church was a catalyst for change? What if Church was more about working together to make a difference in our community rather than just meeting together for an hour a week? As a congregation we value Christ-centered love lived out in acceptance, hospitality, community, discipleship and service. We long for everyone to experience the Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors of God’s Church. If you’re a St. Luke’s member or attend regularly we hope you’ll “Simply Invite” your friends to join you for worship and experience who we are as a Church for themselves. If you don’t have a place to grow spiritually, ask questions about God or connect with others, we hope you’ll come back and join us as well. This Worship Guide will provide you with many opportunities to connect with our diverse ministries. We invite you to get involved! Our Purpose: Building the Kingdom By Building Disciples Our Vision: That the believers of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church will reach as many people as possible in Central Florida introducing them to eternal life in Jesus Christ. Together we will nurture and guide our growth as Disciples, to be deployed in servant ministry to build the Kingdom of God. Our Core Values: At our center is the love of Jesus Christ. We value Christ-Centered: Acceptance: Hospitality: Community: Discipleship: Service:
We recognize that Christ’s love has no boundaries. We welcome all to share Christ’s love through help, hope, and healing. We claim a sacred place where Christ’s love unites all to support and care for others while nurturing a personal relationship with God. We believe we are called to be living representatives of Jesus Christ and bring others to know God’s mercy, justice, grace, and love. We respond to Christ’s love and God’s call, by sharing our time, talents, tithes, spiritual gifts, and resources.
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Dr. William S. Barnes Lead Pastor bbarnes@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *224
Pastor Bill has been the Lead Pastor of St. Luke’s since June 1992. Since that time St. Luke’s has grown to be one of the largest and most influential congregations in the United Methodist denomination. A graduate of Emory University with degrees in both business administration and theology, Bill has been an ordained minister in the Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church since 1974. He has served in rural, urban, and suburban churches, as well as Chaplain of Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida. He is a recipient of the Jefferson Award for American Public Service and the Manhattan Institute’s Award for Social Entrepreneurship, among others. He is well known in Orlando for founding Shepherd’s Hope a faith-based volunteer health care organization for the uninsured.
The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams Executive Pastor jstileswilliams@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *297
Pastor Jenn is the Executive Pastor at St. Luke’s and was appointed in January of 2007. She oversees all Connect, Grow, and Worship ministries which include children, youth, young adult, and adult ministries as well as the School of the Arts. She is a Florida native and was raised in the United Methodist Church. Jenn received a major in sociology and minor in psychology at Wesleyan College, a United Methodist women’s college in Macon, Georgia and attended Candler School of Theology at Emory University for her Masters of Divinity. She began working in the United Methodist church as a youth director in her senior year of high school and has worked in youth, children and program ministry. She has served as “pastor in charge” and “associate pastor” of churches in both Georgia and Florida. Her spiritual gifts include leadership, teaching and evangelism and her passion is helping make sure the church works! She is also the primary pastor for Contemporary Worship.
Dr. David Stephens Minister of Care dstephens@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *233 Pastor David came to St. Luke’s in 1988 and serves as the Minister of Care. Care Ministries involve congregational care, the building of Christian friendship and support, and a sense of genuine Christian concern.
The Rev. Corey Jones Minister of Community cjones@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *288 Pastor Corey is the Minister of Community at St. Luke’s and was appointed as of July 1, 2012. He has a background in children’s, outreach, camping, and pastoral ministries. He worked as a children’s pastor for two and a half years at First UMC, Lakeland. Additionally, he joined the church’s after-school outreach ministry team eventually becoming the Neighborhood Ministries Director. After starting at Asbury Theological Seminary in Orlando, he was appointed to St. Mark UMC, Lakeland as the parttime lay supply pastor.
The Rev. Jad Denmark Minister of Connection jdenmark@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *229 Pastor Jad, the Minister of Connection, was appointed to St. Luke’s as of July 1, 2012 after graduating from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. Jad’s undergraduate degree is in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Philosophy and Religion from Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL. He was born into a family of United Methodists - his father and elder sister are Ministers in the Florida Conference of the UMC – where justice, mercy and inclusion of all, were understood as the work of Christians, and the expression of the grace and love of Jesus Christ.
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CLUSTER GROUPS A Cluster Group is made up of 20 or more people who have a common interest, life stage or neighborhood. These people gather together once a month and create an accepting Christ-like community where everyone is cared for and everyone gets connected. Pastor Jad Denmark can help you find a cluster group that fits your needs or help you register as a cluster group facilitator. Email Pastor Jad at jdenmark@st.lukes.org to get started.
CURRENT CLUSTER GROUPS: BOWLING CLUSTER GROUP: The Bowling Cluster Group meets at the World Bowling Center at 6540 Canada Ave. For questions email Pastor David Stephens at dstephens@ st.lukes.org. ENERGIZED EMPTY NESTERS CLUSTER GROUP: Join this dynamic group for a fun filled game night in June. For more information contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org. GOSPEL CHOIR: Meets in Building B Room 209 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sundays. Contact Bradley Roberts at broberts@st.lukes.org for more information. HOMESCHOOL CLUSTER GROUP: This group 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, Director of Family Ministries, at jandrews@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *237 for more information. KEENE’S POINTE CLUSTER GROUP: Friends, family, neighbors and residents of Keene’s Pointe are invited to meet other St. Lukers who live in the area. For meeting dates and times email keenespointe.cluster@st.lukes.org. SACRED WORTH CLUSTER GROUP: Get connected with the affirming group for LGBTQ and allies by contacting Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.
MOMS UNITED CLUSTER GROUP: Attend events, meetings, and mom’s night out for birth to Preschool moms, School Age moms, or both. All moms are welcome and can expect an open and caring connection as this collaborative cluster group launches. For more information on birth to Preschool moms activities email momsunitedbp.cluster@st.lukes.org. For more information about School Age moms activities email Dena O’Mally at momsunited.cluster@ st.lukes.org. Please include the age(s) of your child/children in your email to ensure you receive the corresponding information. STUDENT MINISTRIES CLUSTER: Ohana means family in Hawaiian. This group for middle and high school students and their families meets on Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Participate in board games, video games and sport games while listening to worship music from the student band. Email Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org for more information. WEST ORANGE CONNECTION: Do you live in the West Orange Area? There is a cluster group forming for those who live in or near the 34787 zip code. For questions email westorange. cluster@st.lukes.org. YOUNG ADULTS: This group meets every other Tuesday in the Attic in Building C at 7:00 p.m. Email youngadults@st.lukes.org for more information. CLUSTER GROUPS COMING SOON: CLASSIC CARS CLUSTER GROUP: Are you interested in cars? Do you like fixing them up, souping them up or just admiring their artistic flare? How would you like to meet other classic car enthusiasts? Email Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262 for more information. 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!
How can I help facilitate a Cluster Group? Fill out the Cluster Group Facilitator form located online at www.st.lukes.org/ClusterGroups. Return completed forms to Carol Crowley, Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries, in the church office (Building C) or via email to ccrowley@st.lukes.org.
CARE MINISTRIES Dr. David Stephens Minister of Care dstephens@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *233 Pastor David came to St. Luke’s in 1988 and serves as the Minister of Care. Care Ministries involve congregational care, the building of Christian friendship and support, and a sense of genuine Christian concern.
“I like to define Christian love as the will to extend ourselves for the sake of our spiritual growth, or for someone else’s. When we show that we care, we enlarge our souls. The time and effort that caring requires may seem restrictive, but once we get involved, caring fulfills us in amazing ways.”
Carol Crowley Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries ccrowley@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *262 Carol Crowley joined the staff at St. Luke’s in December 2003, and is now the Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries. Carol coordinates the ministries to the right as well as cluster groups and works with the Pastors of Connection and Care to help you find the right place to get connected.
The Community Counseling Center at St. Luke’s is a nonprofit group providing help to persons of all ages by Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Our supportive center is open to all. It is for anyone looking for comfort, wholeness and non-judgmental support. The focus is to bring relief and empower each person to find the path which is right for them. The universal values of healing, wholeness, caring and confidentiality are the foundation of the Community Counseling Center, with every person being welcomed where they are. Counseling enables each person to gain clarity in their life while counselors offer support on the journey. Everyone in the community is welcome. Counselors offer help in many areas, including couple and single parenting, self-esteem, couples counseling, relationships, stress management, clinical hypnosis, addictions, depression, anger, domestic violence, eating disorders, grief bereavement, illness adaptation, terminal illness, crisis intervention, children and adolescent concerns, skill assessment, conflict resolution, career, and pre-marital counseling. Counselors are approved Providers for many insurance companies. To learn more about the services offered by the Community Counseling Center, or to arrange for an appointment, call the Center at 407.876.4991, ext. *250 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Buddy Break • Provides a free program for all special needs kids • Allows care givers a break from their caregiving responsibilities • Offers a monthly program for 3 hours on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings Canine Crusaders Ministry • Visits nursing homes and medical facilities as a dog/owner team • Conducts yearly a 12-week training program for therapy dogs with certificates upon successful completion • Recruits participants from the community • Requires a one year commitment Care and Nurture Ministries • Sends cards to those hospitalized and to bereaved families • Arranges communion for shut-ins • Places flowers in the sanctuary on Sundays in honor or in memory of loved ones • Places Care Notes and Upper Room devotional guides in information racks on campus • Creates and distributes a weekly prayer list for information racks on campus Grief Recovery Ministry • Allows the person to rediscover hope in life, process the emotions of loss, accept the changes that loss brings, release the adverse effects of grief and loss, and learn to trust in the goodness of life anew. Hearts to Hands • Knits and crochets prayer shawls to give to chronically ill • Knits newborn and preemie hats and blankets and sews bereavement gowns and envelopes to give to hospitals In Home Care Ministry • Provides care and support for families and individuals in crisis • Provides meals and transportation as requested through a team of volunteers
Military Service Support • Provides emotional and spiritual support for those from our congregation or their family members who choose to serve in the United States military • Offers prayers, emails and notes of encouragement, and care packages to those stationed throughout the world • Provides icecream/bingo parties at the VA home twice each year Opening Doors Ministry • Insures full participation in worship service through additional accommodations • Continually evaluates the church campus for full accessibility and safety • Partners with the local community to provide outreach programs for persons of all ages with special needs and their families • Promotes inclusion in all ministries through leadership awareness Prayer Ministry • Prays in the chapel on Sundays between and during worship services and on Monday mornings for those on the prayer list and submitted prayer requests. • Receives prayer requests submitted on the church website under Care Ministries St. Luke’s Seniors • Provides fellowship with other seniors • Provides a lunch and program on the 3rd Friday of the month Stephen Ministers •A re caring Christians who really listen and provide confidential one on one support • Help meet the needs of those who are facing illness, loneliness, bereavement, job or spiritual crisis, etc. • Receive extensive training in how to provide distinctively Christian care
Pathway to Membership
Is St. Luke’s your spiritual home? Would you like to become a member of St. Luke’s? Are you interested in learning more about Christianity, The Methodist Church, St. Luke’s and God’s call and desire for your life? If so, we have intentionally designed a pathway to membership for you. - There are FIVE classes that guide you along the way. - Each class is FOUR weeks long. - Child care is provided for Learn classes by registering at st.lukes.org/childcare. - Register online at st.lukes.org/sg.
The first four classes are called Learn Classes, and while these classes are designed to be taken in succession, you are not required to take them in the designated order. The fifth class is the Decide Class. This is the final class in your series.
These classes are offered Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Tuesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Beginnings: Taught by St. Luke’s Minister of Connection Jad Denmark, this is an exciting introduction to Christian beliefs, history and practice. We will discuss subject matters including the Trinity, Theodicy and the Sacraments (Don’t know these terms? Perfect! Learn them with us). Who is God and how do we understand the concept of God? Who is Jesus and what is his purpose in our lives? Through presentation and discussion, Pastor Jad will introduce the persons of the Trinity and basic Christian beliefs. Beginnings is offered August 25 September 22.
Wesley Way: Taught by St. Luker Shelly Denmark and the Minister of Care, Dr. David Stephens, this course spends two weeks on the story of John Wesley and the Methodist movement and two weeks on Wesleyan Theology. Who is this John Wesley who founded the Methodist Church and what did he believe? What is so unique about him and the denomination we call our own? Learn about Wesley and how his values continue to impact the modern church. Wesley Way is offered August 25 – September 22.
Bible Basics: Taught by St. Lukers Sharon Adelhelm and Ginger Jackson, this accomplished team has taught various bible classes at St. Luke’s including the in depth Disciple course. They bring passion and knowledge to this course making for a fun and enjoyable learning experience. Discover how to use this all-time best seller and grow in understanding of its history, structure, and message. Learn helpful hints to broaden understanding and ease the way to enjoyment and application of the scriptures. Bible Basics is offered in June, and September 29 - October 22.
St. Luke’s 101: Taught by Executive Director of Missions, Lynette Fields and Director of Adult Discipleship, Joline Krolicki, this class is designed to acquaint participants with the St. Luke’s DNA. This class covers who we are, what our core values are, what our mission is, and how we operate. Topics include how we build the Kingdom by Building Disciples, the position of the Methodist church on Social Principles and St. Luke’s perspective and participation in Missions. This class will reveal the uniqueness and passion of this, the largest Methodist Church in Florida. St. Luke’s 101 is offered in June, and September 29 – October 22.
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The fifth class is the Decide Class. This class is held on Sunday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The four weeks of the Decide Class will cover . . . - Spiritual Disciplines: Taught by Joline Krolicki - Bible in 12 Words: Taught by Lead Pastor, Dr. William S. Barnes. - Commit: Discovering Joy through Simplicity and Generosity – Taught by Executive Director of Operations, Kelly Smith. - Meet Jesus on the Road: Taught by Executive Director of Missions, Lynette Fields. The Decide Course is offered in July and October.
Transferring from another United Methodist Church? If you would like to transfer your membership from another United Methodist Church simply attend the three courses below: - Wesley Way: Offered August 27 – September 22 - St. Luke’s 101: Offered September 29 – October 22 - Decide Course: Offered in July and October
Follow your progress through the pathway Which classes have you attended or plan to attend? Register for classes online at www.st.lukes.org/sg. Class Beginnings Bible Basics Wesley Way St. Luke’s 101 Decide
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YOUTH AND ADULT GROWTH GROUPS Beginnings: Starting August 25 Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 203 or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204 The first of the “Learn” classes, this study covers basic theology, what we as Christians believe. Led by Pastor Jad Denmark. It’s the first step in the membership process and is open to current members. Bible Basics: Starting September 29 Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 203 or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204-206 This “Learn” class will help participants develop an understanding of the Bible. Topics include brief history, content, structure, and study helps. Learn how to select an appropriate translation, discover Bible resources, and practice techniques of study. Led by Sharon Adelhelm and Ginger Jackson. Centering Prayer (Spanish): Ongoing Mondays at 6:00 p.m. in Building B Room 218 Spanish speakers are invited to learn to use centering prayer as contemplative practice to deepen your faith. Led by Paulina Nickolls. Connections: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room, Building C or 11:00 a.m. in the Office Conference Room, Building C Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, this class is a wonderful way to “get connected” more closely with God and others. Contact: Jim and Carol Johnson, cej1949@gmail.com (9:30am) and Frank & Marilyn Masi, f.masi@themasigroup.com (11:00am) (all ages, couples & singles). Cost of Poverty Experience: One-day Class Take the opportunity to experience what life can be like living between 100% and 200% of the poverty level. Email Sharon Briggs at sbriggs@st.lukes.org for dates and times. Decide: Starting July 28 Sundays at 6:30 p.m. in Building C Room 208 This is the final class in the “Pathways to Membership” series. Topics covered include Spiritual Disciplines, Bible in 12 Words, Committing (Time, talent and resources), and Meeting Jesus on the Road (serving well). Discovery: Ongoing Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 210 A welcoming and supportive women’s group gathers weekly for prayer, study and fellowship.
Essential 100 (E100): Now meeting Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Building B Room 205 Take a look at the most essential 100 passages in the Bible as selected by The American Bible Society. Led by Joline Krolicki and Judy Arndt. Emmaus Reunion: Ongoing Fridays at 8:30 a.m. in Chapel, Building C Anyone who has been on the Walk to Emmaus or who is interested is invited for devotions and communion. Greater Good Men’s Group: Ongoing Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at Bravo’s Restaurant on Sand Lake Road Dedicated to growing spiritually, this group of men meets to discuss timely and spiritual topics, offer opportunities for service, and encouragement for Christian living. Great food, great fellowship. Koinonia: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Building B Room 202 This class of dynamic senior adults studies a variety of different topics and supports one another with prayer and care. Contact Jeanne Gall at 407.876.4991 ext. *221. (65+ couples & singles) United Methodist Men Fellowship Café: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Office Conference Room, Building C Contact: Gary Dirlam at 407.876.3720 for more information. (55+ men) Morning Edition: Ongoing Wednesdays at 8:00 a.m. in the Office Conference Room, Building C Early rising, ordinary women are currently studying “Remarkable Women of the Bible.” NexGen Weekly Programming: Ongoing High School students in grades 9-12 meet Wednesdays in the Attic (Building C) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Middle school students in grades 6-8 can participate in FUEL Thursdays in the Attic from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come enjoy fellowship, games, and praise and worship. We also have Ohana, a family game night, on Sundays in the Attic from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Stay up to date with all the NexGen (middle and high school) programs and events by visiting www.nexgenministries.com. Questions: contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org or Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org or call 407-876-4991 ext. *254. New Directions: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Building C Room 205-207A Great group of primarily “empty nesters” committed to both study and service. Contact Bob Cox at bob. cox@your1stcall.com for more information. (50+ couples & singles)
Pathways: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Building C Room 200-202 This class welcomes all visitors as each week they enjoy DVD studies on a variety of topics that connect faith with daily life. Contact Scott Ziegler at sziegler1@cfl.rr.com for more information. (all ages, singles & couples) Plan B Sunday Morning Singles: Ongoing Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 205-207 Discuss current topics and challenges of life with great conversations. This class is designed for singles between the ages of 45-60’s,. Meeting time is 11:00am, C205-207. Contact Rick Fite at rickfite@ gmail.com for more information. St. Luke’s 101: Starting September 29 Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. (location TBA) This “Learn” class will review core values, mission, and organization of St. Luke’s and what it means to be a St. Luker. The class will cover spiritual growth, the purpose and utilization of spiritual gifts, St. Luke’s unique approach to local and global missions, and the Social Principles of the Methodist Church. Led by Lynette Fields and Joline Krolicki. (Open to current members and prospective new members). The Me I Want to Be: Now meeting Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 204 Join this engaging study of “The Me I Want to Be” by john Ortberg. A great DVD and message on growing into who God created you to be. Led by Iris Rosa. Tuesday Night Women: Ongoing Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building B Room 213 A group study to help women focus on Christ in the midst of life. Great atmosphere with humor, support and learning. Led by Virginia Huss. Wesley Way: Starting August 25 Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 201 or Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 208 This “Learn” class will introduce John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. Participants will examine his life, his beliefs and his impact on our denomination. Led by Shelly Denmark and David Stephens. (Open to current members and prospective new members). Young Adults Sunday School: Ongoing Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Workroom, Building C Room This group meets for a traditional Sunday school class with non-traditional topics. Relevant issues like forgiveness, identity, money and spiritual direction leaves lots of room for open-ended conversation. Led by Katherine Stang, email youngadults@st.lukes. org for more information.
To sign up for growth groups please visit st. lukes.org/sg.
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Jayne Andrews Director of Children and Family Ministries jandrews@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *237
Janet Schwenk-Chambers Associate Director of Children and Family Ministries jchambers@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *308
Joline Krolicki Director of Adult Discipleship jkrolicki@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *264
Andrew Miller Director of High School Ministries amiller@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *254
Dave Jans Director of Middle School Ministries djans@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *254
Laura Turner Administrator for Grow Ministries lturner@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *258
April Outing Coordinator for Grow Ministries aouting@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *295
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t. Luke’s goal is to lead our members toward having a habit of service and we will do that in a strategic geographic location for community transformation. This booklet has information on our many different mission ministries in Orlando and around the world. The first two pages give specific examples of service tasks from entry level to leading others in service. We encourage you not to stay in one place but to move forward toward a habit of serving. There is something for everyone and for all ages. Serving others can be a challenge so it is important for you to take advantage of the training, classes, and opportunities for reflection with others who are serving. By being Christ’s hands and feet, we offer help and hope to those near and far.
Entry Level Service I recognize the accomplishments of Christian disciples and wonder how I might contribute. How you can serve: Donations for… •Backpacks, Wish Tree and Bags of Grace •Family Promise food and meals •Clothing to Goodwill drives •Angel Tree gifts •Food donations for Coalition for the Homeless •Provide lunch for Habitat workers on a Saturday Assist with parties for children of the incarcerated through Shalom Cooking at Coalition for the Homeless Set-up or tear down for Family Promise
Building Relationships in Service I am experimenting in different types of service as I am learning about my spiritual gifts and talents. How you can serve: Evening or overnight hosts for Family Promise Provide and serve meals for Jobs Partnership Be an eligibility specialist or general volunteer at Shepherd’s Hope Assist or teach art through ArtWorks Assist inmates learning to read at Orange County jail with Shalom Reading Club Participate in a 2-3 day overnight mission experience
Collecting fruit for Citrus Harvest Volunteer in a classroom for Educational IMPACT Volunteer for the Goodwill Drives Become a Saturday volunteer with Habitat Volunteer for a special event with Educational IMPACT Food Pick Up
Be a pen pal for someone in jail or prison Mentor a foster child or become a certified foster child babysitter
One day service opportunities Serve a meal at Coalition for the Homeless How you can prepare and reflect with others: St. Luke’s 101 - A “Learn” Core Class Meet Jesus on the Road - A “Decide” Core Class
How you can prepare and reflect with others: Toxic Charity Small Group Cost of Poverty Experience - a two hour simulation
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Serves Developing a Habit of Service I have developed a habit of service and am looking for ways to lead and encourage others to serve. How you can serve:
How to sign up: Go to www.st.lukes.org/serve or Contact Sharon Briggs, Administrator for Missions sbriggs@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext.*239
Leading Others In Service I am leading others in service and resisting injustice and oppression in whatever ways they present themselves. How you can serve:
Jobs Partnership Counselors and Small Group leaders (12-week commitment)
Circles Allies (6-month commitment) for family stabilization
Advocacy Team
FREE Faith Friends (12-month commitment)
Serve on a Ministry Team and coordinate one aspect of a ministry •Family Promise laundry, meal or set-up coordinator •Habitat lunch, in-kind donations, supply/ materials or permit/inspections coordinator •Shalom or FREE coordinator
Family Nurturer for Habitat (12-month commitment) Lay Coordinator for Orlando Missions (head one of the teams that lead Family Promise, Habitat, Shalom, etc.)—2-year commitment Volunteer as a Nurse or Doctor at Shepherd’s Hope once or twice a month
Participate in a week-long mission experience (6 months of preparation)
Team Leader for one of our Global Mission Partners
Serve on a coordinating committee for Educational IMPACT
Become a trainer, teacher, or facilitator for mission training and small groups
Coordinate an ArtWorks site
Become a foster or adoptive family (lifetime commitment)
Be a part of the Community Listening Team, Neighborhood Stablization Team or Family Stabilization Team Serve on Mission Council or one of the Global Core/ Leadership Teams •Devotion writing •Research culture and history •Congregational education Invite a new person to an entry-level/building relationship activity and shepherd them How you can prepare and reflect with others: Dignity Serves - a 9-hour training Toxic Charity Small Group Bridges Out of Poverty - training
How you can prepare and reflect with others: Just Faith - a 30-week Covenant Group Specific training is required for each of these positions.
Orlando Missions Advocacy Team St. Luke’s is involved in advocacy work with the aim of alleviating some of the causes of suffering in our own community and in other places in the world. Volunteers have written letters to elected officials, attended rallies, and participated in classes on specific issues related to poverty and injustice. We work with Bread for the World and Florida Impact. ArtWorks ArtWorks creates new possibilities for disadvantaged children through the arts. ArtWorks encourages children to recognize their creative talents and see themselves as special gifts from God. Projects include positive themes and uplifting messages to build selfesteem. Volunteers (adults) are needed to teach or assist with classes, work behind the scenes, or provide field trip opportunities. Hours vary. Beyond Biological This ministry supports families who have opened their hearts and homes to embrace children outside of their biological family. The purpose of the group is to raise awareness, fill gaps, connect, and share specific resources while providing a faith bridge for all. There are periodic gatherings for education, support, and fellowship. Citrus Harvest Society of St. Andrew (SoSA) is a national gleaning nonprofit organization that harvests up to ten million pounds of fresh produce, which would otherwise go to waste in groves, fields, or backyards. The harvested produce is donated to hunger organizations like food banks and pantries. Small groups or families can sign up directly with SoSA on any date and the annual Citrus Harvest in January is a congregation-wide event organized by our Mission Ministries. All ages may participate. Coalition for the Homeless On the third Saturday of every month, St. Luke’s volunteers cook and serve a wonderful meal for the families who are staying at the Coalition for the Homeless Family Center in downtown Orlando. This is an opportunity for families and friends to be in mission together and serve others. Bakers meet at St. Luke’s in the morning, cooks serve between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., and the servers are needed from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Coalition. For upper elementary age and older.
Educational IMPACT Innovative Ministries with Parents, Administrators, Children and Teachers (IMPACT) at St. Luke’s is a Partner in Education with two Title One (with more than 64% of children qualifying for free/reduced lunch) elementary schools. A trained corps of volunteers serve as teachers’ assistants in classrooms, math and science coaches, and as support for special events at Mollie Ray and Pineloch Elementary Schools during the school day. Other volunteer opportunities include donors to the annual school supply and Christmas gift drives and workers for periodic campus beautification projects (all ages). Faith Re-entry and Enterprise (FREE) FREE provides critical coordination of community lifelines, both physical and spiritual, to ex-offenders re-entering society, which will ensure their success in reuniting with their families, and finding housing, medical treatment, counseling services and employment during the year following their release. Volunteers are needed for case management, lifeline coordination, and faith friends who mentor the clients for up to a year. Need to be 18 years and older. Family and Neighborhood Stabilization The goal is to end poverty one family and one neighborhood at a time through a combined family and neighborhood stabilization initiative. We will combine the best practices of asset-based community development with the Circles® Campaign, a national model, that assists families in crossing over the poverty line. Volunteers are needed to be Allies, strategic neighbors, and serve on organizing teams. All ages will be able to participate. Family Promise St. Luke’s is one of 15 host churches that work with Family Promise of Greater Orlando to keep families together in the face of homelessness. Because of the lack of options, families are often split up in homeless shelters. Through Family Promise, churches convert classrooms into bedrooms and create a common living space for a week at a time. We host five times a year. Volunteers are needed to donate food, provide dinners, serve as evening and overnight hosts (volunteer parents are encouraged to bring their children to the host opportunities), do laundry, and set-up and tear down.
Orlando Missions Food Pick up A group of committed volunteers pick up food which would otherwise go to waste from grocery stores and restaurants so that it can be used by Coalition for the Homeless, West Orange Daily Bread and a nearby children’s group home. Volunteer requirement: need to be able to drive. Goodwill Donations for Vouchers Exchange In collaboration with Goodwill Industries, St. Luke’s hosts regular donation drives. In exchange for the clothing donations, Goodwill gives St. Luke’s shopping vouchers. Those vouchers are distributed through our Orlando Mission Ministries such as Family Promise, FREE, social workers of Orange County Public Schools and Shalom Prison Ministry. Volunteers are needed to coordinate logistics and recruit people for donation drives which occur on weekends. All ages can help host the donation truck. Habitat for Humanity St. Luke’s is committed to building one house per year for low-income families in partnership with West Orange Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity operates on the principle of “a hand up, not a hand out.” Future homeowners get a no-interest mortgage in exchange for contributing sweat equity hours into the construction of their home. Volunteers are needed to help coordinate the building process do construction work on Saturdays starting at 8:00 a.m. and provide lunch on Saturdays. Volunteers need to be 16 years or older. Resource Advocacy The Resource Advocacy Ministry aims to assist financially struggling families and individuals in Central Florida by connecting them with community organizations which can assist them in a comprehensive way. A trained adult volunteer helps individuals find social services, which can help them find lasting solutions to their financial challenges. SERVANT EVANGELISM Led by the Servant Evangelism Team, this ministry serves the community by witnessing (through action and example) to others, especially people who feel unwanted, disengaged from God, or disconnected from the church, in order to grow together as a church reflective of acceptance, hospitality, and love. Thus, servant evangelism: promotes St. Luke’s within the community through events, marketing, and acts of kindness, listens to what groups are looking for in a church; reaches out to target populations, and fosters reconciliation and advocacy.
Shalom Prison Ministry Shalom Prison Ministry feels called to show compassion and support to those in prison or the families impacted by those in prison. This ministry works with a variety of organizations to provide Christmas gifts to children who have a parent incarcerated, set up pen pals for those currently in prison, and teaches reading to inmates at the 33rd Street Jail in Orange County. Volunteers are needed for all of these tasks and to help keep the group organized. Volunteers need to be 18 years or older. Shepherd’s Hope Shepherd’s Hope is a faith-based health care assistance ministry for the uninsured in Central Florida. Patients who are eligible for services have income at or below 200% of the poverty level, are uninsured and not eligible for government assisted health care programs. Doctors and nurses are needed to serve monthly as well as other volunteers who serve as eligibility specialists and hosts during the evening hours. Need to be 18 years or older. The Jobs Partnership This 12-week training program includes life and job search related skills, and is designed to help people gain the “soft skills” needed for employment. The Jobs Partnership is a faith-based not-for-profit organization. Volunteers (adults) are needed on Tuesday and Thursday evenings to serve as small group leaders and job counselors. Additionally, donated meals are needed each of those nights for each 12-week session. Families or small groups may donate meals.
Global Missions BRanches United Methodist Mission and Community Center, Florida City Branches supports children and youth from low-income and migrant families by providing an after school program, youth ministry, and community outreach. This ministry with a big heart is a beacon of hope in Florida City. Middle School and intergenerational mission teams go to Florida City several times a year. Methodist Church, Belfast, Northern Ireland Coming alongside the 1998 Good Friday Peace Accord, Forthspring Intercommunity Group was born, bridging relationships between Catholics and Protestants living on all sides of Springfield Road Methodist Church. We have been in relationship with that organization since its inception. We also have connections with East Belfast Mission, Skainos, Dundonald Methodist Church, and Educational Shakespeare Company. Our friendships are deep and wide and we are grateful for all we have learned from those struggling to create peace and share hope every day. We send mission teams to learn about interfaith reconciliation and community development and the teams return to apply their new insights at home. Methodist Church Melones, Cuba Through the Methodists United in Prayer, a Florida United Methodist Conference initiative with the Cuba Methodist Church, St. Luke’s has a mission partner in Melones, Cuba. In spite of years of oppression and scarce resources, the Methodist Church in Cuba is thriving and growing. Our relationship has centered around assisting them in building a house for their pastor and planning for a new sanctuary. They are currently worshipping (many times a week) under a thatched roof. They in turn share their tremendous faith and help us to grow in our relationship with God. It is a great and growing friendship. Small caravan teams travel to Cuba every 15 months to participate in events and stay in contact with our partner church. Dominican Evangelical Church Dominican Republic For a twelve years, St. Luke’s sent an annual mission team to The Dominican Evangelical Church in Duverge, Domincan Republic. Teams helped complete a new sanctuary with housing for the pastor’s family on the second floor, offered health education, Bible School programs for children, and assisted in planning worship with youth from both our congregations. Currently, we are in dialogue with the Executive Council of the Dominican Evangelical Church and the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church to consider economic and community development strategies for the future.
United Church in St. Ann’s Parish Jamaica After sending three week-long medical/dental mission teams to Ocho Rios to offer care to the community through our Jamaican brothers and sisters and our mission partners at Lauriston and St. Andrews United Churches, all three congregations joined together to create a year round health clinic. These mission teams continue to go annually, and now there is a locally-run and volunteer-run clinic available year round for follow up care. It is an amazing mutual mission. A youth and a choir team have also visited our mission partners, and our friends from Jamaica have visited St. Luke’s. Mekane Yesus Church Addis Ababa, Ethiopia St. Luke’s is part of a pilot project with Compassion International and is a mission partner with Lideta Mekane Yesus Church in Addis Ababa. This pilot project focuses on helping children get out of extreme poverty through four main programs including child sponsorship. Volunteers are needed to be child sponsors and to serve on the Core Team to help expand this ministry. MIssionaries
St. Luke’s currently supports four full-time missionaries and one individual volunteer in mission. • The Rev. Marilyn Beecher, Justice for Our Neighbors, Florida Conference • Kim King Torres, Branches, Florida City, Florida • The Rev. Britt Gilmore, East Belfast Mission, Belfast, Northern Ireland • Alison Gilmore, Skainos, Belfast, Northern Ireland • Carol Ann Licht, Salud y Paz, Guatelmala • Amanda Howe, East Central District, Florida Conference
Global Missions Entry Level Pastors’ Book Club: This on-going book club is a prayerful discussion with a variety of books and topics. Primarily led by Pastors Corey and Jad, it looks at issues such as: acceptance, global crisis, racial reconciliation, advocacy, and social holiness. New books are offered throughout the year. St. Luke’s 101: St. Luke’s 101 is one of the five St. Luke’s Core classes offered throughout the year to those wanting to join St. Luke’s and highly recommended for those who are already members. The course covers our Vision and Values, member expectations, our 4D goals, what makes us unique as United Methodist through our Social Principles, discovering your spiritual gifts and then guidance on how you might serve both within the congregation and out in the community and world. It is a 4-week session offered on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. and Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Meet Jesus on the Road: Whether you are serving an hour a year, 10 hours a week, or traveling with a global mission team, this training is for you! The training helps volunteers better understand our community transformation vision, shares how St. Luke’s understands mission from a United Methodist perspective, explores what the Bible says about poverty, teaches about asset-based development, and creates a safe environment for you to explore how you understand diversity and serving with people from very different backgrounds. Building a Relationship in Service Cost of Poverty Experience (C.O.P.E.): The Cost of Poverty Experience is designed to help participants begin to understand what it might be like to live in a typical low-income family in the U.S. trying to survive month to month. This is a two hour simulation and debriefing to experience what it means to live a month in the shoes of families who live between 100%-200% of the poverty level. This is a great activity for those who want to do more than talk about the problem of poverty, but want to be a part of the solution. This is appropriate for middle school age on up. Dignity Serves: This nine hour training is a crucial step to take for all those wanting to serve by building relationships with others. This is an interactive study that teaches you how to engage the talents of those we serve in a dignified way and create an interdependent relationship with them. You will learn how to properly engage the talents of others and inspire servanthood rather than merely meeting apparent needs. Session titles include: The Importance of People, The Realization of Assets, The Relevance of Place, The Power of Structures, The Impact of Commitment and The Promise of Change. Offered 3-4 times a year. Developing a Habit of Service Toxic Charity: How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help and How to Reverse It. A six week study help us learn how to serving others without doing harm, checking the intentions of our charitable acts, and understanding the intricacies of poverty. Bob Lupton, the author, has a 30+ years of community transformation experience in Atlanta and wrote the book with the hope that it will point the way toward more careful and effective directives for our compassion. Leading Others in Service Bridges out of Poverty: This is an innovative approach that helps employers, community organizations, social-service agencies, and individuals address and reduce poverty in a comprehensive way. People from all economic classes come together to improve job retention rates, build resources, improve outcomes, and support those who are moving out of poverty
Missions Staff Lynette Fields Executive Director of Missions lfields@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *230 Lynette has experience in social work, missions, and ministry development and has been at St. Luke’s since 1997. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from the University of Evansville and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan focused on community work. She also has a Certificate in Non-Profit Management from Rollins College through the Philanthropy Center. Lynette served eight years as a missionary through the United Methodist Church. She has worked in the immigrant community in Miami, helped direct the disaster response and home rebuilding efforts for the UMC in South Florida after Hurricane Andrew, has experience in foster care and supervised independent living, and led numerous mission teams in the US and abroad. Her primary responsibilities include leading the Missions Staff, designing the Community Transformation Initiative, teaching, and serving on the Executive Staff Team.
The Rev. Corey Jones Minister of Community cjones@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *288 Pastor Corey joined the staff last summer, has a background in outreach and pastoral ministries and worked four summers on the UM Warren Willis Camp Team. While obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology, he worked in First UMC’s Neighborhood Ministries in Lakeland, eventually becoming the director. This outreach ministry served at-risk children, youth, and families, primarily with after-school and full-time summer ministries. After starting at Asbury Theological Seminary in Orlando, he was appointed to St. Mark UMC, Lakeland as the part-time lay supply pastor. There, he served a community challenged by dire poverty and drug abuse and addiction. He was appointed to St. Luke’s after he graduated with his Master of Divinity degree. His primary responsibilities include: listening, reaching, and developing relationships within the community. He gives pastoral presence, voice, and support to the church’s community transformation project and missional ministries.
Mariam Mengistie Director of Orlando Missions mmengistie@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext. *313 Mariam has diverse work experience in the field of international development aid. She worked as Program and Communication Manager for international and regional nonprofit organizations in Ethiopia mainly building networks of local, regional, international non-profit organizations, UN and government agencies working in relief, rehabilitation and development programs. After obtaining a Master of Arts degree in Politics of Development from the Institute of Social Studies in The Netherlands, she worked as an Advocate and Development Aid Policy Advisor to members of the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium. She joined St. Luke’s Mission staff in 2008, and now serves as the Director of Orlando Missions. Her primary responsibilities include: connecting with our Orlando community partners, supporting and training lay coordinators, and helping to develop our holistic neighborhood strategy.
Meghan Killingsworth Associate Director of Family Stabilization mkillingsworth@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 Meghan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Sciences and Master’s level training as an Infant and Toddler Developmental Specialist. Meghan has been with the Covenant House Florida for five years, a shelter program that serves at-risk youth experiencing homelessness. Her responsibilities have included: case management with young mothers and their children, life skills specialist, parent educator, events management, grant supervision, crisis prevention and pastoral ministries. Meghan started her position at St. Luke’s in February 2013 as part of our 4D vision for family stabilization to assist families out of poverty. Her primary responsibilities include: developing the pilot year for the Circles Campaign, training volunteers and Circle Leaders, and designing the support structure.
Sharon Briggs Administrator for Missions sbriggs@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991 ext *239 Sharon’s work experience as a bank operations specialist required attention to details, good verbal and written communication skills, research, and the ability to adapt to daily changes. She has experience maintaining and updating databases as well as learning new software. Sharon began her position in October 2012. Her primary responsibilities include: volunteer management, travel and logistics coordination for mission teams, and communication.
Serve Within Our Church Spiritual Gifts Assessment
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his section contains information about opportunities to serve within St. Luke’s. Opportunities are organized by Worship, Connect, Grow, Serve and Support Ministries. To help you find the ministry opportunity in which you will find joyous service, we have listed suggested spiritual gifts after each ministry opportunity in parentheses with the abbreviation of the gift. You may want to highlight your top three gifts on the list on the right and become familiar with their symbols. If you have not taken the Spiritual Gifts Assessment and would like help discovering your Godgiven gifts, you can find it online at http://www.st.lukes. org/KingdomBuilding/SpiritualGifts. Ad Administration Ap Apostleship C Craftsmanship CC Creative Communication D Discernment En Encouragement Ev Evangelism F Faith G Giving H Healing Hp Helps Hs Hospitality I Intercession K Knowledge L Leadership M Mercy P Prophecy S Shepherding T Teaching W Wisdom
Time Commitment Guide Use this guide to get a general idea of the minimum time expectation for each ministry position. Match the numeral listed after the spiritual gifts listing with the explanation. 1 One time, good to explore ministry 2 Once a month, no preparation 3 Bi-monthly, no preparation 4 Once a week, no preparation 5 Once a month, preparation 6 Once a week, preparation 7 Leadership Position that requires a high level of commitment Outside the Box As you read descriptions of the various ministries and the opportunities for service, you may see something that excites you, that you want to explore. Our response is, “Go for It!” God may be opening up a new opportunity for you. Childcare Childcare is available with one week advance reservations for St. Luke’s sponsored events taking place on campus during regular childcare hours. You can make reservations on our web site www.st.lukes.org or by calling 407.876.4991 ext. *295.
Worship
Get into worship with any of these opportunities contact Bradley Roberts, Director of Worship Experiences at broberts@st.lukes.org. General Worship • Assist with set-up for special services (Blessing of the Animals, Baptismal Renewal, Service from Darkness to Light, Children’s Sabbath, etc) (Hp) 1 • Assist with the organization of worship supplies and storage rooms. (Hp) 2 • Prepare communion, first Sunday of each month (Hp) 2 • Serve communion, first Sunday of each month (Hp, I, M) 2 • Design and create banners or altar cloths for worship (CC,F,K,T,W) 1 • Decorate worship spaces for special occasions (C,CC) 1 • Design sets for special services or events (C,CC,Hp) 1 • Assist with art exhibitions (CC,Hp) 1 • Set up and take down seasonal decorations (Christmas, Easter) (C,Hp) 1 • Planning and decoration in the sanctuary, gym, and Building C Rotunda (CC, Hp, T, W) 1 • Set up of worship space, staging, chairs and tables (most Friday afternoons) (Hp, C, CC)4 • Set up of art displays and candles (most Friday afternoons) (Hp, C, CC)4 Ushers and Greeters This group serves by welcoming people to worship, handing out our worship guides, seating people, and taking up the offering. Head ushers coordinate the usher teams, training provided. • 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Traditional in the Sanctuary (Hs,Hp) 1 • 9:30 a.m. Contemporary in the Gym (Hs, Hp) 1 • Head usher, one for each service (Ad, L, Hs, Hp) 6 Re•Define Worship Service This intergenerational contemporary service offers an opportunity geared to engage people in worship. Taking place in the gym from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Sunday mornings, it is an upbeat, interactive service based on the sermon topic of the day. • Communion Prep (Ad, Hp, Hs ) 2 • Communion Serving Team (Hs, Hp, I, M) 2 • Welcome Team (Hs, Hp, S, Ev, En) 2 • Behind The Scenes - Prepare materials at home needed for prayer stations (cutting, folding, sorting, etc) (CC, Hp) 1, 5 Music Ministries for Children WeeSingers: Children assist in worship by singing at 11:00 a.m. the second Sunday of each month. Preschoolers ages 3 and 4 through Kindergarten, Rehearsal Sunday 10:35 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. • Serve as song leader or choir Moms and Dads (Hp) 4 Children’s Choirs Children assist in worship by singing bimonthly in Sunday morning services. The children’s choir rehearses Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Grades 1-5. • Serve as choir Moms and Dads (Hp) 4
Serve Within Our Church Music Ministries for Adults Sanctuary Choir Assist with leading the Traditional Sunday morning services at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. with occasional 8:00 a.m. service and special services such as Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Participate in Christmas and Spring concerts. Wide range of choral literature included. Rehearsal Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. • Sing with Sanctuary Choir (any gift) 6 Gospel Choir Assist in leading worship on an occasional basis. Adults and advanced youth are welcome. Rehearsals on Sunday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in the choir room • Sing with Gospel Choir (any gift) Handbell Choirs Assist with leading the Traditional Sunday morning services at 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. as well as special services such as Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday. Participate in Christmas/ Spring concerts. • Audition for Sanctuary Handbell Choir (Size limited, experience required) Thursdays 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (any gift) 4 • Audition for Morning Handbell Choir (Size limited, experience required) Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (any gift) 4 Contemporary Praise Team This praise band and singers assist in leading Contemporary Worship Services at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Rehearsal Thursdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. • Play an instrument (audition required) 4 • Sing with praise choir (any) 4 Drama Ministry Incorporates drama into worship as well as presenting original productions • Participate as actor (CC,F) 5 • Write scripts (CC,F,K,T) 3 • Find out more about directing • Work backstage (Hp) • Make or gather costumes (CC,Hp) Labyrinth Development Team This group meets prior to the Lenten season to design the Prayer Labyrinth displayed during Holy Week • Collaborate to create prayer stations (CC, D, F, Hp) 1 • Gather/organize materials for Labyrinth (CC, D, F, Hp) 1 • Set up and prepare Labyrinth on Palm Sunday Afternoon (Hp, CC, D, F) 1 • Clean up and store Labyrinth items on Saturday prior to Easter Sunday (Hp) 1 Sacred Dancers Assist in leading worship by providing interpretive sacred dance. Rehearsal Tuesday 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. • Join dancers (audition required) (CC) 4 Video Ministry Using video to record special events and personal testimonies as well as create new video projects for worship. • Videography (K, CC) 1 • Video Editing (K, CC) 1
Connect & Care
To get connected with any of these opportunities contact Carol Crowley, Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries at ccrowley@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *262. Canine Crusaders Ministry Make weekly visits to nursing homes by individuals and their trained dogs, who attend a course to learn how to handle their dogs and how to meet persons in a nursing home. • Visit nursing homes (EN,Hp,Hs,M) 3 General Ministries Send cards to persons in the hospital and to families in bereavement. Flowers are placed in the Sanctuary on Sunday for persons requesting flowers to honor or remember loved ones. Grief Recovery Ministry Allows the person to rediscover hope I life, process the emotions of loss, accept the changes that loss bring, release the adverse effect of grief and loss, and learn to trust in the goodness of life anew. Healing Prayer Ministry The Prayer Chapel is open for healing prayer every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. • Serve one Sunday per month (I, H, S, E) 5 Hearts to Hands Knit prayer shawls, baby blankets, caps for newborns at Winnie Palmer Hospital and caps for those in the military. Sews bereavement gowns and envelopes for the families that have stillborn births. • Complete projects (Cr, I) 5 In-Home Care Ministry Short-term support and care to individuals and families at times of crisis by providing transportation and meals. • Provide food (Hp) 3 • Provide transportation (en,Hp,Hs) 3 Military Service Support Ministry Provides emotional and spiritual support for those from our congregation that are in the military service or their family members. Offers prayers, emails and notes of encouragement, and care packages to those stationed throughout the world. • Serve as team member (Ad, En, F, H, Hp, HsL,M, S) 2 Open Doors Ministry Advocates full participation in church worship and programs to persons with special needs, and is dedicated to making the church campus programs open and easily accessible to all. • Serve as team member (Ad,En,F,H,Hp,Hs,L,M,S) 5 • Assist with sports and small groups for special needs children. Prayer Ministry This ministry provides opportunities for persons to experience various forms of prayer, including prayer labyrinth, Monday morning prayer group, Sunday Prayer Chapel Intercessors • Host for the prayer labyrinth (F,Hs,I)2 • Intercessor in the Prayer Chapel for one hour one Sunday a month (F, H, I) 2 • Monday morning prayer group (F,H,I) 3
Serve Within Our Church School of the Arts As part of the Music Ministries Department, the School of the Arts offers enrichment in art, dance, music and photography to children, youth and adults in the community. Classes and private instruction are held Monday-Friday on the St. Luke’s campus with dance and music recitals held during the year. • Help with clerical duties (Ad, Hp) 2 • Help backstage once a year with the dance recital (Hp,CC) 2 • Assist with student recital receptions (Hs,Hp) 2 • Grant writing (Ad,L,W) 4 Service Station • Greet at the Service Stations in the Welcome Hall, Welcome guests, provide information, and distribute welcome packets to first time visitors. (H, S, En, Hp) 2 • Assist with service opportunity sign up (H, S, En, Hp) 2 • Provide escorts to campus locations such as Sanctuary, gym, or Sunday School classes (H, S, En, Hp) 2 Stephen Ministry One-on-one listening relationship for persons with special problems or on-going needs. Stephen Ministers assist with Sunday morning communion in the sanctuary and take communion to shut-ins. Stephen Ministers are also trained to make hospital calls. • Find out more about training (D,F,H,Hs,M,S,W) 7 St. Luke’s Sports Ministry Team Ongoing planning and implementation team for various sports: Includes basketball, soccer and cheerleading. May choose one or more of the following: • Serve on Ministry Team (Ad,En,L,W) 5 • Coach (Ad,D,En,Ev,L,W) 6 • Referee (Ad,D,En,Ev,L,W) 6 • Assist on Game Day (Set up and clean up, time keeper) (Ad,Hp) 3 • Share devotions/personal testimony at half time of games (En,Ev,F,K,T,W) 1 • Serve as “team parent” (Ad, En, Ev,S) 3 • Assist with Awards’ Day event planning (Ad, Hs) 3 • Participate as part of the Prayer Team (I) 2 St. Luke’s Seniors This group offers a welcoming environment for married, widowed, divorced and single persons who are 60 years plus. Fosters Christian leadership through meaningful, fun activities, programs of interest and mutual support. • Help plan and coordinate trips • Help with luncheons The Community Counseling Center The center offers individual counseling for adults, children, couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, and marriage enrichment seminars & events. The center also has several support groups and specialized groups such as parenting and anger management. • Lead a specialized group (En,D,H,K) 2 • Facilitate a support group (En,F,H,Hs,S) 5 • Help with Administrative tasks (Ad,Hp) 3
Grow
Join the Grow Team with these opportunities! Contact Laura Turner, Administrator for Grow Ministries at lturner@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258 Grow Ministries for Children Children’s Ministries This ministry provides spiritual development for children birth through 5th grade. We support families’ efforts to provide a strong spiritual foundation for their children. Programs that support this are weekday small groups, Sunday programming, Vacation Bible School, family events and summer camps. We also provide childcare in a safe environment for parents who are attending a church-sponsored event on St. Luke’s Campus. • Serve on a Leadership Team (Ad,D,L,P,W) 7 • Sunday Morning Class (8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m.) • Lend an extra hand reading stories, playing, holding and rocking little ones in the nursery. (Hp) 1 • Serve as a leader of children 2 years to grade 5 (En,F,Hs,K,S,T) • Pick-up project bags to take home and return for Sunday classes (cutting, sorting and gluing) (CC,Hp)1, 3 • Greet children and parents at the Welcome Window (available 1 hour prior to services) (Hs) 1, 2 • Help set-up our large Sunday school rooms prior to the 9:30 a.m. service. (1/2 hour commitment) (Hp)3 • Assist with organizing, sorting, and distributing Sunday School curriculum. (4 times a year for 3 hours) (Hp) 1 Sunday Evening Classes • Serve as a leader of children 2 years to grade 5 (En, Hs, S,T) 4, 5 • Lend and extra hand reading stories, playing, holding and rocking little ones in the nursery. (Hp) 1 Summer Servant Ministers • Give our dedicated School Year Servant Ministers a break to refresh and energize for the Fall by serving as a classroom Servant Minister for just one or two Sunday’s over the summer months. (Ap, Hp, T) 2 Small Groups for Children SPROUTS, The Way of the Child, Getting to Know My Bible, Discovering God’s Secrets of Handling Money, Rainbows Divorce Recovery, KidZone are a few examples of small groups offered in the afternoon or early evening. (Sessions one night 6 to 8 weeks) •Lead children in small group sessions (En,K,S,T) 6 •Assist children in small group sessions (Hp) 6 Merge Merge meets every Sunday at 9:30 am in the Attic to help provide the tools for 5th and 6th grade students to grow faithfully in fellowship with one another, to become spiritually grounded in order to face the turbulent years ahead, and to move from hearing the Word of God to living the Word of God. • Lead a small group (C, CC, En L, T) 6 • Serve as an adult assistant (Ev, Hp, Hs) 3 Summertime Story Hour During the summer months in cooperation with St. Luke’s Library we offer one-hour story hours for children of all ages. • Read to children (En, Hp, T)
Serve Within Our Church Vacation Bible School This week-long program (3rd week of June) expects to reach several hundred children. Our goal is that no child will be left out of this exciting experience. Vacation Bible School is set up using “stations” where children rotate with their group for specified periods of time. Station areas are missions, music, drama, food, and gym games. • Serve as a station leader-missions, music, drama, food, ,gym games, (CC, En, Hp, Hs ,L, T) • Serve as a crew leader to guide a small group of children to all the stations (Hp, Hs) • Serve as the preschool leader to oversee a classroom of preschool children (EN,L,T) • Welcome and greet children arriving for VBS (Hs) • Help with name tags and registration information (Hp,Hs) • Help with decorations (C, CC, Hp) • Help with younger children in the nursery (Hp) Mission Camp This camp is for elementary age children in July. • Serve as a part-time or full-time camp counselor (En, Hp, S, T) • Share an hour to teach children a hobby or craft (CC) • Help with recreation (En, H, Hp) • Help with crafts (CC,Hp) Children’s Ministry Mentors (Special Needs Children) • Work one on one with a child. (En, H, Hs, M) Special Skills for Special Events • Sew costumes or make props (CC) • Help with light carpentry (C) • Assist with decorating bulletin board, materials supplied (CC,Hp) Mission Opportunities with Children • Coordinate with IMPACT ministry to assist with inner city Elementary schools (Ad. L) 4 • Serve as mentor with inner city elementary schools (reading, dance classes, etc.) (CC, En, Hp, Hs, L, T) 2 • Assist with coordinating one time events at inner city Elementary Schools (carnivals, teacher appreciation, etc.) (CC, En, Hp, Hs, L, T) 2 Family Ministry Events We have many one-time events and once weekly events that last for four or five weeks • Lead children in a small group meeting (T, L) 5 • Assist children in a small group setting (T) 1 • Help teach a song or dance (CC) 2 • Help with recreation (En, Hs, Hp) 2 • Help with crafts (CC, Hp) 2 • Help decorate, set-up, or clean-up (Hs, Hp) 2 • Greet and welcome children and parents (Hp) 1 • Coordinate supply round-up (Hs, Ad) 2 Weekday Childcare Support for MOPPETS (children from Mom’s of Preschoolers-MOPS) • Lend an extra hand reading stories, playing, holding and rocking little ones in the nursery the 2nd or 4th Wednesday of the month from 9:30 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. (Hp) 2
Grow Ministries for Students NexGen Ministries Sunday Morning Classes for Middle School and High School Students This venue uses exciting curriculum based topics relevant to middle school and high school students growing in their faith. Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (C Classrooms) Intermediate Level • Lead a small group of Middle School students (En,D,F,Hs,S,T) 6, Must be 20 years or older to serve • Lead a small group of High School students (En, D,F,Hs, S,T) Must be 23 years or older to serve • Provide Hospitality at sign-in area and collect attendance (9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.) Must be 20 years or older to serve Merge (See Children’s Ministry for Opportunities) Merge is our Sunday morning small group for 5-6 graders. This serves as a crossover program from Children’s Ministries to Students Ministries. Merge is designed with fun, purposeful teaching that any 5-6 grader can get and enjoy. Merge takes place Sunday Mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Attic. Must be 20 years or older to serve, Intermediate Level. • Lead a small group (C, CC, En L, T) 6 • Serve as an adult assistant (Ev, Hp, Hs) 3 Middle School Fuel & High School Weekly Programming Weekly program for middle and high school students including recreation, snacks, fellowship, worship, and discussion into topics relevant to students today. Middle school meets Thursdays 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Must be 20 years or older to serve with Fuel, Entry Level. High school meets Wednesday 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Must be 23 years or older to serve, Entry Level • Greeter –Welcome students, serve as host (S, Hs) 2 • Sign-In Attendant – Welcome students, help them sign in, serve as host (Ad. S, H) 2 • Video Game Attendant –Set up Rock Band and/or Wii, assist with technical issues/sign ups (Ad, H) 2 • Snack Bar Attendant –sell snacks, collect money and make change during the beginning of FUEL, serve as host. (Ad, H, Hos) 2 • Shepherds –move around the room, interact with students, maintain flow and program continuity (Ad, Hos, S, T) 2 Special Events (Time commitment and age requirements for serving differ by event) Entry to Intermediate level • Trip Chaperones – Mission Trips (length varies) • Retreat Leaders – Retreat small group leaders (3 days) training provided by NexGen Staff (1 HS retreat and/or 1 MS retreat) Grow Ministries for Adults Adult Spiritual Formation Team (Construction Crew) Responsible for developing programs, selecting materials, planning courses of study and events designed to help people develop as Christ’s disciples. • Serve on the ministry team to vision and plan (L, D, Ad, I, T, En, S) 6 • Assist members to determine a path of spiritual growth (training provided) (En, S, D, I) 4
Serve Within Our Church Growth Group Ministry Provides opportunities for growth in Christ through Bible study, prayer, and other spiritual disciplines while developing meaningful relationships. This ministry needs persons who are willing to disciple to others on their journey of discipleship. • Train as a small group facilitator (En,F,Hs,K,S,T,W) 3 • Facilitate a short-term (6-8 week) small group (T,D,En,F,Hs,K,S) 6 • Facilitate a small group (12 weeks) (T,D,En,F,Hs,K,S)6 • Facilitate a long-term small group (30-35 weeks) (T,D,En,F,Hs,K,S) 7 • Assist with marketing growth groups (CC,En,Hs) 4 Serve on the Growth Group Ministry Team to help vision and plan for groups (Ad,Ap,D,Ev,L,P,W) 7 Sunday Morning Adult Classes Groups of adults meet for Bible study or topical studies for one hour on Sunday mornings. • Help organize new Sunday morning classes (T,Ap,Ev,Hs,L,S) 6 • Facilitate a new Sunday morning class (T,En,F,K,S,T) 6 Writing Ministry This ministry provides individuals with an opportunity to explore, develop and use their talents and gifts to produce written study, educational, devotional and worship materials to advance the spiritual formation of persons and the community. • Write weekly devotionals (CC, T, W) 5 • Find out more about writing needs (CC,D,T,W) 1 • Read manuscript for content (CC,D,K,T,W) 4 • Read manuscript for copy edits (Ad,Hp) 2 Kingdom Builders This ministry helps people connect to an area of service (ministry) that best suits who they are and use their God given gifts, talents, and passion. • Explain the concept and process (script provided) to groups (En, S, D, T) 5 • Conduct Assessments (En, S, H, D, W, T) 2 • Meet with individuals or small groups on a personal basis to help connect their gifts and passion with a ministry of St. Luke’s (D,En,Hs,S, W) 3 • Input new information into data base (Ad, Hp) 3 Disciple Builders This ministry helps people identify potential areas of spiritual growth and assists them in finding small group, activities and resources to deepen their spiritual life. • Meet with new members (En, S, H, D, W, T) 2 • Follow up to discuss progress (En, S, H, D, W, T) 2 Shepherd’s Team: Calling Maintain contact with St. Luke’s members, constituents, and visitors • Make 10 – 15 friendly phone calls to St. Luke’s people (En, F, Hp, Hs, I, S) 2 • Extend greetings, note concerns, suggestions or compliments. (En, F, Hp, Hs, I, S) 2 Shepherd’s Team: Letter Writing Address and sign prepared, manageable number of letters or postcards to be sent to St. Luke’s members, constituents and visitors • Hand address and sign mailings to St. Luke’s folks (Hp, En, S) 2
For Children, Students and Adults Library/Media Center This ministry selects and purchases materials for our church library to keep our selections current with studies in which adults are engaged, books of interest to children, especially Christian holidays. • Assist by processing new books (AD,Hp) 3 • Follow up on overdue books (Ad, Hp) 3 • Check in and shelve returned books (Ad,Hp) 3 • Provide data entry of new books (Ad,Hp) 3 • Read stories to children when helpful for Children’s Ministry (ad,En,T) 1 • Decorate the children’s library area for holidays (CC) 2
Serve
Get serving with any of these opportunities! Contact Sharon Briggs, Administrator for Missions at sbriggs@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *239. Global Fair Trade Market Craft items and other goods made in developing countries and purchased through organizations that direct the proceeds of the sale to the craft person or producer. • Help select items for the St. Luke’s market (CC,Hp) 1 • Help unpack and inventory items (Ad, Hp) 1 • Help with the market one Sunday in November (Ad,Hp,Hs) 1 Blood Drives Central Florida Blood Services comes to St. Luke’s several times during the year. You may make an appointment the week before the scheduled date or give blood without an appointment. Donors under 18 must be at least 17 years old and have a parental permission slip. • Donate blood (any gift) 2 • Help with registration on the day of the Blood Drive. (Ad,Hp,M) 2 Family Promise (formerly IHN) Volunteers from the faith community help homeless families achieve and sustain self-sufficiency. Families are hosted for one week on campus several times per year. We provide meals and fellowship,hospitality and security. • Help coordinate the ministry (Ad, Hp, Hs, I, F) 2 • Donate snack, breakfast, and lunch food (Hp, Hs, G) 1 • Help set up and tear down the guest rooms on arrival and departure days (Hp, Hs, S) 1 • Prepare a hot meal for evening dinner (hp, Hs, G) 1 • Host one evening or on weekend: great family opportunity (Hs, S, En) 1 • Help with laundry of sheets and towels after guests leave (Hp) 1 • Donate items for wish lists (G) 1 Shalom Prison Ministries Called to show compassion and support to those in prison or impacted by those in prison, engage in visitation, worship, Bible study, education, after-care, victim and family restoration, and advocacy. • Support families of persons in prisons (Ap,En,Hs,M) 3 • Lead Bible Studies for persons in prisons (AP,En,Hs,M,T) 5 • Assist with After-Care Ministry for persons transitioning out of prison (Ap,En,F,M,S,T,W) 6 • Serve on Ministry Team for leadership of this ministry (AD,AP,D,F,L,K,M,W) 7 • Facilitate a workshop (D,F,K,M,S,T) 6
Serve Within Our Church FREE A ministry designed to partner with the incarcerated soon to be released to enable them to prepare to re-enter society and succeed. Involves initial meetings, mentorship, and follow-up. Training, resources and support provided. Opportunities on all levels available. Clerical to interaction, fund raising, marketing, networking. United Methodist Women This is a community of women who seek to know God and experience life as whole persons through Jesus Christ to develop creative, supportive fellowship and to expand concepts of missions through participation in the global ministries of the church. • Serve on UMW board (Ad,D,F,G,K,L,S) 5 • Serve on Retreat Committee (Ad,Ev,F,L,T) 5 • Organize a women’s circle (Ap,Ev,F,Hs,L) 5 • Make crafts for the annual bazaar (CC) 4 • Assist with Bazaar Silent Auction (Ad,CC.G,Hp) 4 • Help with annual Bazaar (Ad,Hp) 1 • Serve as Bazaar co-chairman (Ad,En,L,P) 7 Crafts and Mosaics Women gather to make items for the annual Bazaar. • Make crafts and mosaics January through November Monday 7:00pm (CC,Hp) 4 • Make crafts, needlework, quilting projects January through November Tuesday 9:30am (CC,Hp) 4 • Gather to do canning and preserving January through November Wednesday 7:00pm (CC,Hp) 4
Support
Support St. Luke’s with any of these opportunities contact Jeanne Gall, Administrative Assistant for Support Ministries at jgall@st.lukes.org 407.876.4991. Marketing and Communications Ministry This ministry provides the printed media for St. Luke’s church family including, but not limited to the Sunday Worship Guide, posters, and brochures. • Run copies and/or use folding machine (Ad, Hp, CC) 4 • Label and sort materials for mailing (Ad, Hp) 4 • Deliver mailings to the post office (Hp) 4 • Place posters around campus (Hp, CC) 3 • Deliver bulletins to worship spaces (Hp, CC) 4 • Update campus bulletin board information (CC, Hp) 3 • Provide illustrations for printed pieces (CC) 2 • Photograph events for publications (CC) 2 Information Technology Ministry This ministry is responsible for all of the technology needs at St. Luke’s, including email, the website, and church-wide data bases. • Offer information technology knowledge (Ad, CC, K) 2 • Assist with website (Ad, CC, Hp) 3 • Assist with marketing (CC, En, Ev, Hs) 2 • Assist with record keeping (Ad, Hp) 2 Technical Services Ministry This ministry supports the St. Luke’s community with Sound, Lighting, Multimedia, A/V equipment, and services. • Serve as a sound, lighting and/or multimedia tech (Ad, CC, Hp) 4 • Serve as a Stage Hand (C, Hp) 3 • Help with setup/strike of staging and worship equipment (Set up Fridays 4:00 p.m. and strike Sundays at 12:00 p.m. End times vary.) (Hp, C, CC)4
Financial Ministry This ministry is responsible for all financial operations including depositing all funds received, paying the bills, preparing monthly financial statements, quarterly contribution statements and maintaining detailed records of monetary gifts from all donors. • Count Sunday offering Monday morning (Ad, G, Hp) 3 • Count miscellaneous funds received throughout the week (Thursday morning) (F, G, Hp) 3 Membership Office The Membership Office provides support to all mission essential ministries of St. Luke’s. The main duty of this ministry area is to maintain the church database (and more specifically) the Church Membership Rolls by keeping the contact information and members’ status up to date. Additionally, the Membership Office is responsible for entering the worship attendance onto the database and coordinating volunteers to assist in entering this data. • Enter data in system (Ad, Hp) 2 • Filing (Ad, Hp) 2 Office and Events Ministry This Ministry provides support for various events as well as working with volunteers to work at the Reception desk. • Maintain the workroom (Ad, Hp, CC) 4 • Events Ministry Team (Hp, Hs, any) • Host Thursday night dinners (Hs, Hp, any) 2, 3, 4 • Data Entry (Ad, Hp) 3, 4 • Special Events (all) 2,3 and 4 Hospitality: Conferences, Meetings, Events Extend St. Luke’s hospitality to visitors. • Campus guides - offer directions, help the lost (Hosp, Hp, S, En) 1 • Refreshment prep and serve (Hosp, Hp) 1 • Hosts - (Service Station, workshop hosts) Ad, Hosp, Hp, En) 1 • Parking Lot - operate golf cart, offer directions (Hosp, Hp) 1 • Helping Hands Ministry - DEDE • Responds to the needs of the families of the deceased by hosting a reception following a funeral/memorial service at St. Luke’s. • Provide food for the reception (Hp,M) 3 • Assist with the reception (En,Hp,Hs,M) 3 • Usher – help with any worship services at conferences (Hosp, Hp)1 • Set up, clean up - arrange tables and chairs in rooms, prepare campus, re-set campus, (Hosp, Hp) 1 Hospitality: Welcome Hall This ministry creates an atmosphere for fellowship and invitation on Sunday mornings between worship services • Make coffee one Sunday per month, one of three shifts (Hosp, Hp, S) 2 • Replenish doughnuts one Sunday per month, one of three shifts (Hosp, He, S) 2
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 Susan Brandt, Director of Traditional Music Ext. *245 Bradley Roberts, Director of Worship Experiences Rose Frazee, Music Assistant Ext. *244 Kendal Jolly, Interim Director of Choirs and Ensembles Ext. *245 Jeri Miles, Children’s Choir Ext. *244 Steve MacKinnon, Director of Praise Teams Ext. *272 Steven Leonard, Assistant Contemporary Worship Music Director Ext. *228 CONNECT STAFF Dr. David Stephens, Minister of Care Ministries Ext. *233 The Rev. Jad Denmark, Minister of Connection Ext. *229 Carol Crowley, Administrator for Connect and Care Ministries Ext. *262 Pam Hultberg, Director, School of the Arts Ext. *260 Peggy Caverly, Financial Assistant, School of the Arts Ext. *285 Cindy Brough, Administrative Assistant, School of the Arts Ext. *242 Joanne MacPherson, Director, Community Counseling Center Ext. *250 Toni Deputy, Office Manager, Counseling Center Ext. *250 GROW STAFF Joline Krolicki, Director of Adult Discipleship Ext. *264 Jayne Andrews, Director of Children and Family Ministries Ext. *237 Janet Schwenk-Chambers, Associate Director of Children and Family Ministries Ext. *308 Andrew Miller, High School Director, NexGen Student Ministries Ext. *253 David Jans, Middle School Director, NexGen Student Ministries Ext. *254 Laura Turner, Administrator for Grow Ministries Ext. *258 SERVE STAFF Lynette Fields, Executive Director of Missions Ext. *230 The Rev. Corey Jones, Minister of Community Ext. *288 Mariam Mengistie, Director of Orlando Missions Ext. *313 Sharon Briggs, Administrator for Missions Ministries Ext. *239 Meghan Killingsworth, Associate Director of Family Stabilization Ext. *301 SUPPORT STAFF 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 Carrie Lepore, Graphic Designer Ext. *234 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, Worship Producer Ext. *235
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