Thanksgiving Sunday

November 25, 2012

Thanksgiving Sunday

November 25, 2012

May 26, 2013

WORSHIPTraditional

8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary

The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams

Contemporary 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

in the Coleman Memorial GymnasiumThe Rev. Jad Denmark

FEELING INSPIRED TO GIVE TODAY? Visit one of the Giving Kiosks located in the narthex of the sanctuary and outside the gym. Kiosks accept debit and credit cards and offer a printed receipt and an email confirmation of your contribution to St. Luke’s. You do not have to be a member of St. Luke’s to use this free service. You can also use the QR code to give directly from your mobile device!

The Rev. Jad Denmark

Prelude “Jesus We Crown You With Praise”

Kenion Thompson, pianoGatherinG for WorshiP & ChiminG of the hour

Choral introit

“As He Has Loved Us”(9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir

*Call to WorshiP

*hymn

“Forward Through the Ages”............................#555*affirmation of faith: the niCene Creed

*PassinG the PeaCe and WelCome

memorial day tribute

“Battle Hymn of the Republic”(8:00) Charlie Harris, soloist“Battle Hymn of the Republic”(9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir

Prayers of the PeoPle; the lord’s Prayer

offerinG and offertory “Peace in the Midst of the Storm”(8:00) Kenion Thompson, piano“One Church, One Faith, One Lord”(9:30/11:00) The Sanctuary Choir

*doxoloGy and Prayer of dediCation.....p94sCriPture: mattheW 22:34-40, 28:16-20sermon: “d=GC2” Series: Commit*hymn

“Blest Be the Tie That Binds”..............................#557*benediCtion & benediCtion resPonse

“The Lord Bless and Keep You” ......................p2280Postlude “Come We That Love the Lord” Kenion Thompson, organ

* PLEASE STAND IN PRAISE TO GOD IF YOU ARE ABLE

The flowers in the Sanctuary are given by Pattie J. Kinney in memory of her beloved husband, George.

GatherinG sonG “Love the Lord”WelComeCall to WorshiP*Praise sonG

“Be Thou My Vision”“Lifesong“

*affirmation of faith: the niCene Creed*Praise sonG

“I Will Follow”offerinG

“Steady My Heart”sCriPture: mattheW 22:34-40, 28:16-20sermon: “d=GC2” Series: CommitClosinG sonG

“10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)”*benediCtion

? NEW TO ST. LUKE'S?

We often define 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? 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. This Worship Guide will provide you with many opportunities to connect with our diverse ministries. We invite you to get involved!

SUNDAY WORSHIP: Join us each Sunday for Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary at 8:00, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m., Contemporary Worship in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium at 9:30 a.m., or re•define contemporary family worship at 11:00 a.m. in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium.

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. 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. 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. Contact Andrew Miller at amiller@st.lukes.org or Dave Jans at djans@st.lukes.org or call 407.876.4991 ext. *254.

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.

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd. Orlando, FL 32819

Phone: 407.876.4991 Website: st.lukes.org

Campus Facilities Optimization

To accomplish our goals for St. Luke's and Community Transformation, we need to optimize our campus for growth and new opportunities. Please vote TODAY in the Welcome Hall of Building C or online at www.st.lukes.org/commit regarding the prioritization of the campus optimization projects below. We will use your feedback and share this important information at the church conference on June 9. Please prioritize the projects 1 to 5 (1 being most important and 5 being least important).

Project Red (Welcome/gathering space, connection point, front door, reconfigured vehicular drop-off)

Project Purple (New Contemporary Worship Venue (600 seats), new youth center & relocated playground)

Project Gold (Existing building renovations and repurposing of buildings A & B, The Attic, and the Fellowship Hall)

Project Blue (Sanctuary Updates)

Project Green (Optimization of Coleman Memorial Gymnasium via expansion to include stage addition)

Farley Street

South

Apopka V

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Legend

EXISTING BUILDING

EXISTING PAVING

NEW PAVING

Renovated Space

New Addition

Property Line

Existing Parking - 310 spaces

Project Red: Welcome/GatheringSpace & Reconfigured Vehicular Drop-off

Project Purple: New ContemporaryWorship (600 seats), New Youth Center & RelocatedChildren's Playground

Project Gold: Existing Building Renovations

Project Blue: Sanctuary Renovation

Project Green: Gym Expansion (Stage Addition)

Second Floor

St. Luke'sUnited Methodist Church

Master Plan - Final

Farley Street

South

Apopka V

inela

nd R

oad

Legend

EXISTING BUILDING

EXISTING PAVING

NEW PAVING

Renovated Space

New Addition

Property Line

Existing Parking - 310 spaces

Project Red: Welcome/GatheringSpace & Reconfigured Vehicular Drop-off

Project Purple: New ContemporaryWorship (600 seats), New Youth Center & RelocatedChildren's Playground

Project Gold: Existing Building Renovations

Project Blue: Sanctuary Renovation

Project Green: Gym Expansion (Stage Addition)

Second Floor

St. Luke'sUnited Methodist Church

Master Plan - Final

Follow St. Luke’s on Facebook at facebook.com/stlukesorlando or on Twitter at twitter.com/ stlukesorlando for regular updates on all of our ministries!

CONNECTST. LUKE’S 60+ SINGLES: Enjoy the T.N.T. Arts & Science Program on Thursday, May 30 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 200-202. Year in review: we will select a year from 1937 through 1945 and view newsreels and other audio from that year. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions.

SUNDAY LUNCH BUNCH: Meet at BJ’s Restaurant (4151 Conroy Road next to Olive Garden, at the Mall at Millenia) on Sunday, June 2 at 12:30 p.m. Please call Becky Garner at 407.352.4875 or 407.353.8446 for reservations or cancellations.

CELEBRATE THE MUSIC AND MINISTRY OF BRYAN FITZGERALD: On Sunday, June 2 we will celebrate the wonderful ministry that Bryan Fitzgerald has led as our Director of Music Ministries. Bryan will be recognized during the traditional worship services and in the Sanctuary from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you would like to make a donation to the Fitzgerald Music Education Scholarship please make checks payable to St. Luke's with Fitzgerald Scholarship noted in the memo line. Checks can be placed in the offering plate or mailed to the church office no later than May 31. You can also give online at st.lukes.org/give.

CHURCH CONFERENCE: On June 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary take part in an exciting gathering where our church family will be making some very important decisions about how we will move forward with the vision God has given us to transform our campus and our community. Childcare is available for children 6 weeks through preschool by making a reservation at www.st.lukes.org/childcare.

ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: Our annual senior recognition service is Sunday, June 2. Choose the 11:00 service – traditional or contemporary re•define – where you would like to be recognized. Students will be asked to wear their graduation robes and stand so they can be recognized. We will take a group photo at the end of each service. To register your senior email Andrew Miller, Director of NexGen High School Ministries, at amiller@st.lukes.org and include student's name, telephone number, and which 11:00 service - contemporary or traditional - you will attend.

CLUSTER GROUPS: Pick up a listing of all cluster groups from the information racks on campus or visit st.lukes.org/clustergroups.

YOUNG ADULTS: This fun cluster group will meet on May 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Attic of Building C. For more information email youngadults@st.lukes.org.

WEST ORANGE CONNECTION: There is a cluster group forming for those who live in or near the 34787 zip code. A kick-off meeting for interested adults will be held on Friday, May 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Terry and Kathleen McCorvie in Winter Garden. To RSVP email westorange.cluster@st.lukes.org.

BOWLING CLUSTER GROUP: The Bowling cluster Group will meet at the World Bowling Center at 6540 Canada Ave. on Monday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for fun time!

CLASSIC CARS CLUSTER MEETING: Are you interested in cars? Do you like fixing them up, souping them up or just admiring their artistic flair? How would you like to meet other classic car enthusiasts? The next meeting will be Wednesday, June 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room.

ENERGETIC EMPTY NESTERS CLUSTER GROUP: This cluster group will gather Friday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. to enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship through food and games. Bring a finger food to share (microwave is only heating option) and your beverage of choice along with your favorite game to share. We will meet at the Sand Lake Point Subdivision Club House located at 7549 Sandstone Drive, Orlando, 32836. Please RSVP to Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *223.

LGBT & ALLIES CLUSTER GROUP: The next LGBT & Allies Cluster Group will meet on Tuesday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

LET’S PLAY CARDS OR BOARD GAMES: Every Tuesday St. Luke’s has a delicious lunch available for $5. Purchase lunch or bring your own, bring a friend, and play cards or board games in the Rotunda area. This group is looking for two more facilitators. If you are interested please contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.

CLUSTER LEADERSHIP TRAINING: The next Cluster Leadership Training will be on Tuesday, June 4 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 201-203. RSVP to Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.

MARKETING INTERNSHIP: There are many upcoming opportunities to gain experience in event marketing over the summer! Assist with our newly announced musical Ragtime, help market The Global Leadership Summit and monthly community outreach events. This internship will be great exerperience for those pursuing careers with nonprofit organizations. College students interested in a summer internship in marketing can email a resume to Dawn Fleming at dfleming@st.lukes.org.

GROW

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS PASTOR BILL?: Follow Pastor Bill on his journey through the Holy Land at st.lukes.org/FindBill.

GOD-O-SEA, SUNDAY PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN: Our official school year of Sunday programming for children ends TODAY. Elementary Sunday programming will resume on June 9 in the Fellowship Hall at 9:30 a.m. for children entering 1st grade through 5th grade for Back 2 Basics - Be Prepared. Infants through children entering Kindergarten in the fall will continue as usual downstairs in Building B.

PLAN B – SINGLES: "Getting A Grip” is a five-week study on getting a handle on our schedules, bodies, finances, devotions and relationships. Study guides available at the reception desk, but not required. Class meets on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 205. Open to ages 45-60.

CONNECTIONS: Today we begin a ten-week study, "Experiencing Forgiveness" by Charles F. Stanley. This study identifies the components of forgiveness and teaches you to forgive others, to accept God's forgiveness of your sins, and to find the freedom and blessings of a full, abundant life. Join us at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C.

E100: The American Bible Society has selected the 100 most essential passages in the Bible. Join Joline Krolicki and Judy Arndt beginning June 9 as we zip through all 66 books Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in Building B Room 205.

THE ME I WANT TO BE: Beginning June 13, join us on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. for an engaging study of John Ortberg’s book, “The Me I Want To Be: Becoming God’s Best Version of You.” Classes meet in Building C Room 204.

BAPTISM CLASS: June 2 at 4:30 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room. No childcare is available at this time.

ST. LUKE’S CORE CLASSES: The following are "Learn" classes that all potential new members and St. Lukers should take. To register for these classes visit www.st.lukes.org/sg. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org with questions.

Bible Basics: This inviting class will answer questions like: What does Bible mean? Who wrote the Bible and when? How do you use the Bible? How do you pick a translation of the Bible? Classes start Sunday, June 2 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 203 and Tuesday, June 4 at 7:00 p.m. in Building C Room 201-203.

St. Luke’s 101: Learn who we are, our core values, our mission and how we operate. This class reveals the uniqueness and passion of St. Luke’s. Classes start Sunday, June 2 at 11:00 a.m. in Building C Room 201 and Tuesday, June 4 at 7:00 p.m. Building C Room 208-210.

For more details visit www.st.lukes.org/summercamps.

Change the World Camp July 15 to 19 for Grades 1-8 (as of fall 2013). Campers will participate in hands-on service projects so that they will understand how to be a world changer for God.

Spark the Imagination Camp July 22 to 26 Grades K-6 (as of fall 2013). Campers can choose from a variety of half-day options in music, art, cooking and performance.

Take the Stage Camp July 29 to Aug 2 Grades 1-8 (as of fall 2013). Campers will enjoy acting, singing and dancing on stage while creating a musical theater production with a great message.

REGISTER AT ST.LUKES.ORG/SUMMIT

Come watch and listen to Colin Powell at The 2013 Global Leadership Summit! He has served as senior level advisor to four U.S. presidents in the roles of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, National Security Advisor and unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate to become the 65th U.S. Secretary of State. He served in the U.S. Army for 35 years, rising to the rank of four-star general and is the founder of the not-for-profit organization America's Promise Alliance, as well as the Colin L. Powell Center for Leadership and Service. Powell recently released his book "It Worked For Me: In Life and Leadership."

Register before July 23 to receive the Early Bird Rate of $79. This Early Bird Rate applies to church members and regular attendees only. St. Lukers should use the password 13GLOBAL to receive the discount. For questions contact Kelly Smith at ksmith@st.lukes.org.

SERVEWithin Our Community

MAKE SERVING PART OF YOUR SUMMER PLAN: Sign up to serve at www.st.lukes.org/serve.

• STOP HUNGER MEAL PACKING: “A Million Reasons" will be launched at Annual Conference with a Stop Hunger Now meal-packaging event at Lakeland Center, 701 West Lime St., Lakeland, FL 33815. There will be 10 one-hour opportunities to participate in meal-packaging Wednesday, June 12 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, June 13 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

• COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS MEAL VOLUNTEERS: 10 cooks, 5 servers and 6 bakers are needed on June 15. Cook at the Coalition from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bake in St. Luke’s main kitchen in Building C from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or serve meals at the Coalition from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: The new Habitat House is being built at 710 South Park Avenue in Winter Garden. There are several ways to serve in this ministry ranging from helping in building to providing lunch for approximately 14 to 20 construction volunteers at the construction site.

• GOODWILL DONATION DRIVE: Volunteer to manage donations or donate items for the drive. For a complete list of volunteer dates and times visit www.carecalendar.org. Use calendar id: 142260 and security code: 5839.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH SERVICE: These are good places to serve this summer to prepare yourself for serving in community transformation in the months ahead.

• SUMMER SCHOOL: IMPACT is supporting summer students K-3rd grade at Mollie Ray and Pineloch Elementary Schools. Classes are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. New volunteers must attend training May 20, 26 or 30 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Building C Room 207.

• FAMILY PROMISE VOLUNTEERS: Volunteer as a host, help set up or tear down or provide meals to families staying at St. Luke’s June 23-30. To sign-up and view items to donate visit www.carecalendar.org. Use calendar id: 5382 and security code: 1111. Contact Melinda Lis at melindalis@earthlink.com.

• SUMMER LUNCH AT MOLLIE RAY: Serve pre-packed food to students Monday through Thursday from June 12 to July 17. Please consider serving at least 3 days in one week to give continuity to the program and the children. Middle school students and older can serve when accompanied by an adult.

LEADING OTHERS IN SERVICE: Volunteers needed to coach, mentor, sponsor or assist a grade school robotics team. The robotics team is a fun, positive, competitive sport of the mind that celebrates learning and builds the foundation for life skills in science, technology, engineering and math. Qualifications required: Basic Math, Science and Computer knowledge and leading kids to achieve their full potential.

Within Our Church

RAGTIME INFO MEETING: This year St. Luke's will be producing the musical, RAGTIME based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow. Those interested in tech, set construction, costumes and stage management join us Monday, June 3 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Building C Special Events Dining Room.

RAGTIME AUDITIONS: Auditions will be held June 6-7 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Rehearsals will begin June 16. Performances are scheduled for August 16-18. All roles are available. No experience necessary. A large multicultural cast of performers ages 14-80 is needed. For details visit st.lukes.org/ragtime.

HOSPITALITY TEAM: Make coffee on the second Sunday of the month at 7:15 a.m. or serve doughnuts on the third Sunday at 7:30 a.m. Contact Dede Duncan at 407.876.4991 ext. *296 or dduncan@st.lukes.org.

VBS MEGA DECORATING DAY: Wednesday, May 29 from 9:30 a.m. until noon. Are you willing to paint, cut, trace and have fun? Childcare is available. Email April Outing at aouting@st.lukes.org before May 28.

BACK 2 BASICS: Our new summer programming for Grow Ministries (children, youth, and adults) will run June 9 to August 18 on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Can you spare one hour and lend a hand as a Small Group Leader? Please contact Meredith Bright at mbright@st.lukes.org or 407.876.4991 ext. *258.

STUDENTS: The St. Luke’s School of the Arts needs high school students to volunteer with summer camps. For more information visit www.st.lukes.org/summercamps or call Cindy Brough at 407.876.5226.

CAN YOU SEW?: We have lots of fabric bears that need to be sewn for our VBS mission project! Email Meredith Bright at mbright@st.lukes.org to arrange pick-up.

TECH VOLUNTEERS: Volunteer to operate video cameras and ProPresenter, our worship presentation software. No experience required. Contact Vince Lepore at vlepore@st.lukes.org to sign up!

RECEPTION HELPERS: Celebrate Bryan Fitzgerald’s music ministry on Sunday, June 2 by filling punch bowls and serving cake from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Contact Dede Duncan at dduncan@st. lukes.org.

INSPIRATIONAL WRITERS: Volunteers are needed to write greeting cards for our military men and women, veterans at the V.A. Community Living Facility in Orlando, to our shut-ins and to welcome St. Luke’s new members. Cards and postage are provided. Contact Carol Crowley at ccrowley@st.lukes.org.