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(USPS # 552680)Published weekly except Christmas by St. Luke UMC
1104 Second Ave.; Columbus, GA 31901Postmaster: Send address changes to St. Luke UMC
P.O. Box 867; Columbus, GA 31902Telephone (706) 327-4343 • Fax (706) 327-4345
Ministry Center (706) 256-1017 Prayer Room (706) 327-4078E-mail: [email protected]: www.stlukeum.comwww.facebook.com/stlukeum
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The St. Luke UMC Chancel, Youth, and Children’s ChoirsPresent with Chamber Orchestra
Christmas festival ConCert
Sunday, December 8, 4:00 P.M.
Experience the wonder and joy of Christmas as the Choirs and Orchestra of St. Luke present this musical
celebration of Christ’s birth. Enjoy the wonderful sights and sounds of the season in the warmth of the
beautifully decorated St. Luke Sanctuary.
Robert [email protected]
ORDER OF WORSHIP 11:00 a.m. service streamed at www.stlukeum.com and broadcast at FM 103.7
Tape-delayed on WTVM Channel 9 at 10:00 a.m.
December 1, 2013 First Sunday of Advent
8:25 a.m. & 10:55 a.m. Color: Purple
Invitation to Worship
The Prelude (Adleyn Scott, organ) ............ “My Soul Gives Glory” .......................M. Burkhardt
The Lighting of the Advent Candle ..................................(8:25 a.m.) Patty and Mote Andrews (10:55 a.m.) Tyler & Eleanore Townsend
*Processional Hymn .................“O Come, O Come Emmanuel”.........................Number 211
*The Affirmation of Faith ............. “The Apostles’ Creed”....................................Number 881I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. The third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick*** and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic*** church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*The Gloria Patri (Glory Be to the Father).............................................................Number 70Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end, Amen, Amen.
Duet (8:25 a.m.) .................................. “Carol for Advent”...........................................D. Besig(Lydia Jackson, Victoria Leggett)
**Anthem (10:55 a.m., Chancel Choir) ...... “With Open Hearts We are Waiting”.........P. Choplin
The Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer......................................................The Rev. Dick ReeseOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Children’s Sermon (10:55 a.m.).............................................The Rev. Cindy Cox GarrardChildren (5 yr Kindergarten through third grade) are invited to go to the chapel for Children’s Worship.
*Hymn ................................ “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”........................Number 196
The Offertory Prayer....................................................................................The Rev. Beckum
Offertory (8:25 a.m., Adleyn Scott)............“Once He Came in Blessing”..................M. Burkhardt (10:55 a.m., Duet) ......................... “Carol for Advent”.............................................D. Besig
(Lydia Jackson, Victoria Leggett)
*The Dedication of Offerings ................ “The Doxology”.......................................Number 95Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Written Word........................Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 3:1-12 (p. 152; p. 2 NT in pew Bible)
The Spoken Word....................... “GeT ReAdy FoR God”.........The Rev. Robert Beckum
*Hymn ....................................... “Hail to The Lord’s Anointed”........................... Number 203
*The Benediction
Benediction Response .............. “With Open Hearts...” (Reprise) .........................P. Choplin
Postlude (Adleyn Scott, organ).............. “From Heaven Above” ............................M. Burkhardt* Standing as able ** See Music Box *** quick means “living”; catholic means “universal,” or the global Church
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OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEKSunday, december 1 8:25 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary, Main) 9:00 a.m. The Nine, Contemporary Service (MIN) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Youth Sunday School Assembly (“The Corner” Student Center, MIN) 10:00 a.m. Youth Sunday School (The Corner, MIN)/Alpha (Meeting Room, MIN) 10:55 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary, Main)/Broadcast over FM 103.7 and at www.stlukeum.com beginning at 11:00 a.m. 12:20 p.m. Worship in Spanish (Chapel, Main) 2:00 p.m. Hispanic Fellowship (Stockwell, Main) 4:30 p.m. Middle School Guys/Girls Bible Study (“The Corner” Student Center, MIN) 5:30 p.m. Student Youth “Life” (Gym, MIN) Orchestra Rehearsal (Room 110, Main) 6:30 p.m. College Ministry (College House)Monday, december 2 5:30 p.m. SLS Board Meeting (SD, MIN)Tuesday, december 3 9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting (SD, MIN)/Women’s Bible Study (Meeting Room, MIN) 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 11:30 p.m. Free Spirits Music Extravangaza (LD, MIN) 1:00 p.m. Staff Parish (Conf. Rm., Main) 5:00 p.m. SLS Basketball Game (Gym) Wednesday, december 4 8:45 a.m. SLS 4th-8th Chapel (Sanctuary, Main) 9:10 a.m. SLS K-3rd Chapel (Sanctuary, Main) 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 10:30 a.m. Preschool/ELC Chapel (Sanctuary) 11:30 a.m. Kiwanis (SD, MIN) 12 Noon First Saturday Training (Shaw, Main) 5:15 p.m. BHW Handbells 5:30 p.m. NO Wednesday Night Supper - resumes Dec. 11 (MIN) 6:00 p.m. Children’s Choir K-2nd grade (Rm. 102, Shaw)/3rd-5th grade (Rm. 223, Crossroads) High School Discipleship Groups (“The Corner” Student Center, MIN) First Saturday Training (Stockwell Hall, Main) 6:30 p.m. Scout Pack #35 (Chapel, Main)/Boy Scouts (College House) 7:00 p.m. Bible Study in Spanish (Room 110, Main) 7:15 p.m. Chancel Choir (Choir Room) 8:10 p.m. Hispanic Praise Team Rehearsal (Chapel)Thursday, december 5 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 11:00 a.m. Diplomats Club Christmas Luncheon (SD, MIN) 11:30 a.m. Altar Guild Luncheon (Room 110, Main) 3:30 p.m. SLS Faculty Meeting (SD, MIN) 5:30 p.m. COLA Volleyball (Gym)Friday, december 6 10:15 a.m. SLS PTO Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 12 Noon Christian Citizen of Month Lunch (SD, MIN) Saturday, december 7 7:30 a.m. First Saturday (Church Sanctuary and MIN)
Main (main building, where Sanctuary is)/MIN (Ministry Center) Contact the Ministry Center for information about booking rooms or scheduling events.
WedNeSdAy FeLLoWSHIP SUPPeR resumes on December 11 - Ministry Center
TYPHOON HAIYAN RELIEFIn the wake of Typhoon Haiyan, UMCOR, the United Methodist Committee on Relief, is sending resources to respond. Though an accurate casualty toll is TBD, it is clear the destruction is massive. UMCOR's and UMCOR Philippines’ initial response will involve distribution of food and water purification tablets. Please support UMCOR’s relief and recovery work in the Philippines by giving to Interna-tional Disaster Response, Advance #982450. 100% will be used to respond to this and other international disasters. That means every single penny you give goes to the folks who need it most. The infrastructure of UMCOR is supported by our apportionments, which is another reason to be thankful for those who have made and are fulfilling their pledges of commitment to St. Luke!
HoW do I JoIN THe CHURCH?You may become a part of the St. Luke family of God in one of the following ways:1. If you have never joined a church before, you may become a member
by profession of faith in Jesus Christ and by being baptized. If you have already been baptized (as a child or as an adult) in a Christian Church, your baptism is recognized by St. Luke United Methodist Church. You will be asked to uphold St. Luke church with your prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness.
2. If you are a member of another United Methodist Church or another Christian denomination, indicate to one of the pastors that this is your desire. St. Luke will handle the transfer of your membership.
3. If you have any questions about faith in Christ, about United Methodism in general or St. Luke in particular, please ask one of the pastors!
WoRSHIP IN SPANISH: 12:20 p.m., Turner Chapel, The Rev. Dr. Ivelisse Quiñones, preaching. ALTAR FLoWeRS:The beautiful flowers in the chancel area are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Flowers, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Flowers, Jr., Dr. Robert M. Flowers and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Flowers by the family.
oUR KNoWN SICK: St. Francis: Gilbert Ramsey, M-ICU.
NeW MeMBeRS: Mr. and Mrs. Glenn (Michele) Pemberton come by transfer of membership from another denomination.
Music BoxDoyle Register, Director of Music Ministries, [email protected]
AdVeNT deVoTIoNAL BooKLeTThis year’s Advent Devotional Booklet, Glory to the Newborn King, is written by the Rev. Brett Maddocks and is based on Charles Wesley’s wonderful Christmas carol, “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing.” You will find copies available around the church beginning the first Sunday in Advent, December 1. If you wish to have a copy mailed to your home, please contact Maggie at 706-327-4343 or [email protected]. The December Prayer Calendar has been composed to coordinate with the devotional booklet and is also available around the Church as well as an insert in the devotional booklet. Brett’s thoughtful and thought-provoking work will help deepen you and your family’s appreciation for the time of preparation before Christmas!
oUR PHoNe NUMBeRS Church office, 706-327-4343 • Preschool, 706-327-4343
St. Luke School, 706-256-1301 • Early Learning Center, 706-322-2703 Ministry Center, 706-256-1017 • Respite Care Ministry, 706-256-3117
“With Open Hearts, We Are Waiting” Pepper Choplin With open hearts, we are waiting. With open hearts, now we pray. In our quietness, we are calling, “Lord, come to us.” With open hearts, we are waiting. Emmanuel, O come, Emmanuel, and quench our thirsty souls. Emmanuel, O come, Em-manuel, and make our spirits whole. Our pray’r is the same as the meaning of Your name, “God be with us.” Lord, come and touch our open hearts ‘til our open hearts are full. To the wounded hearts, come and heal them. Let the grieving hearts be consoled. With open hearts, we are calling, “Lord, come to us today.” With open hearts, we wait for you.
Children’s Worship … Children age Kindergarten – 3rd grade are invited to Turner Chapel for an extended time of worship. Rev. Cindy Garrard will be leading worship “Solomon Tells of Jesus’ Coming” Psalm 72:1-19. Parent helpers: Tim & Jennifer Joiner and Jeannie Hall. Children ushers: Robert Holloway and Rachel Tillery.
ToyS, ToyS, ToyS: We are collecting toys for DECEMBER 1st Saturday: We need all type of toys for boys and girls -- games, books, balls, toddler toys. Please bring your donation to the education office. Financial contributions may also be made to help cover the expenses of some toys that are bought wholesale.W.O.W. (Warriors of the Word) 4th & 5th grade Christmas Carol-ing. Join us Friday, Dec. 13th, 5-7 p.m. for some area Christmas caroling followed by hot chocolate and cookies. We will meet at the church at 5:00 p.m. Adult chaperones needed. Please RSVP to Summer Baker [email protected] by Wednesday, Dec.11.
Children’s MinistryLoretta dunbar, Minister of Children and education, [email protected]
ST. LUKE SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP FOR 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
St. Luke School opens its kindergarten round up for next school year at 9:00 a.m., Monday, January 6, 2014. Children who will turn five by September 1, 2014, are eligible. All parents interested in their child attending kindergarten at St. Luke School should come in and fill out a waiting list card and pay the non-refundable fee of $25. Round up continues until Jan. 10th at 3:30 p.m. After that time, priorities will no longer apply, but we still encourage you to put your child on the list. There will be 64 slots for 2014-2015. Please see the school website for complete information or call us at 706-256-1301. http://school.stlukeum.com/admissions.htm.
DECEMBER FIRST SATURDAY NEEDS
TOYS, BALLS and BOOKS
Christmas Eve ServicesPrepare the Way of the Lord!
Christmas Eve ServicesDecember 24, 2013
3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Service of Holy Communion,
with Music & WordST. LUKE SANCTUARY
5:00 p.m. - A Family Christmas Eve Service, a relaxed service of Holy Communion, with Music & Words. ST. LUKE MINISTRY CENTER.
11:00 p.m. - “Glory to God in the Highest ”, Service of Word and Music, broadcast live on WTVM,
FM 103.7 and on the St. Luke website, www.stlukeum.comST. LUKE SANCTUARY
The artwork was painted by St. Luke School students of our art teacher Sietske Johnson.
-Abiding Gifts-If you wish to honor or remember someone, please attach to your check the name of that person and the address to which you wish the acknowledgement sent and mail or bring to the Church Office. Contact [email protected] Maintenance Fund: In memory of Mr. Lovick Corn, Mr. D. Abbott Turner, II, and Mrs. Mamie Moore by Mr. and Mrs. Rick Covington. In memory of Mrs. Mamie Moore by Ms. Joan Swift Redmond, Page, Scrantom, Sprouse, Tucker and Ford, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Howard, Ms. Norma Mingledorff, Mrs. Elizabeth Greer, The Diplomats Club, and Mrs. Peggy Ledford. In memory of Mr. D. Abbott Turner, II by Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Fountain and Mrs. Kathy Riley. In memory of Mrs. Libba Neal by Ms. Sara Hayes Brewer. In memory of Mr. Lovick Corn by Dr. William Blake Lane.Naomi’s Village/Cornerstone Academy: In memory of Mrs. Mamie Moore by the Fellowship/Jesus is Lord Class. In honor of Rev. and Mrs. Charles Cox, Mr. Leroy Paul, Mrs. Sylvia Powell, Mr. Bob Hydrick, and Mr. Jerry Elmore from the Fellowship/Jesus is Lord Class. In memory of Mrs. Patsy Kimbrough by Mr. and Mrs. Rand Albrecht.Choir Fund: In memory of Mrs. Mamie Moore by Mr. and Mrs. Len Sexton.Samaritan Fund: In memory of Mrs. Mamie Moore by Mr. and Mrs. Don Williams. In memory of Mrs. Imogene Thomas by Mrs. Mary Anne Willis.UMCoR: In honor of the Seekers Sunday School Class by Mr. and Mrs. Rand Albrecht.Sunday School Fund: In memory of Mrs. Mamie Moore and in honor of adults and teachers who were part of the youth department in the early 1970’s by Mrs. Mary Barfield Thompson.
PRAYER LIST: DEPLOYED MILITARY PERSONNEL
Please call the church office to add the name of your currently deployed friend or relative.
Currently deployed:David CripeLee Pearce
William ShannonAndrew Santee
Spence DeAurora
FInd ST. Luke On FAcebOOk!www.faceboook.com/stlukeum
Jonathan and Lisa Moore, Directors of Student Ministries, [email protected]
ST. LUKE SCHOOL ON FACEbOOK
“Like” us and see what wonderful things are going on at SLS! www.facebook.com/stlukelions or use a QR code reader app on your smartphone to scan this code.
Grades 6 – 12 See you tonight for student worship @ The Corner!***Souled Out Winter! Black Mountain, NC December 29-January 1! Worship, small groups, SKI, and a Gigantic New Year’s Eve Bash! Cost is $199 ($250 if you ski)!
ST. LukE FREE SPIRITSTuesday, December 3
11:30 a.m. (Ministry Center)
PRoGRAM: Christmas Extravaganza and Lunch
Cost: $10 for lunch Reservations: 706-327-4343 or
-Respite Care-“Caring for loved ones and caregivers.”.
Carol Boers, Director of Respite Ministry, 706-256-3117 or [email protected]
We have Christmas cards for sale! Packs of 12 for $10. Contact Carol Boers at 706-256-3117. Christmas Brunch, Thursday, Dec. 19th. Mark your calendar.Thanks to Sharon Woodall and the Rock Steppers for the wonderful clogging show last week.
DECEMBER IS CannED Soup MonTH!Please bring donations of canned soups to the donation tubs in Stockwell Hall and the Ministry Center.
