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December 24, 2013 Worship Guide 5, 7, 9 PM Christmas Eve Services
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Tuesday, December 24, 2013 • 5, 7, and 9 PM
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary
THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM, Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor
ENTRY.POINT at OAK HILL: 10:30AM, Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: No December service. Next Taizé service will be Sunday, January 19, 2014 at 5PM in the Sanctuary.
LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel, Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor
(For more details or to register to serve these or any events go to www.stlukesumc.com/outreach)
UPCOMINg MISSION TRIPS: Fondwa, Haiti • February 24-March 1$900 + plane ticket. Shake off the winter blahs with a heart-warming trip to Fondwa, Haiti, with Pastor Dave Williamson.
Alternative Spring Break Trip: Spencer, West VirginiaMarch 23-29 and April 6-12Cost: $150 + transportation. Enjoy a week in the Appalachian mountains serving at Spring Heights UMC Camp about 6 hours from Indianapolis. The trip would be ideal for families with elementary aged kids through high school.
Native American Family Work Project: Rosebud, SDJune 15-21COST: $350 + transportation. Join us as we work and live on the reservation with the Lakota Indians. This is a great family adventure; however, we do recommend the age of children be seven years and older. Registration deadline is February 15.
English as a Second Language (ESL) ClassesJanuary 22-March 19 • Fellowship Hall • 6-8PMSt. Luke’s will offer ESL classes for our neighbors once a week. We will begin with a meal for the entire family (adult students and their children) before transitioning to the class. While parents are learning English, children will receive homework tutoring and enjoy recreation. We are expecting 150 people each week and have many opportunities for volunteer servants. To be a part of this weekly ministry, sign up online or contact Julie Sommers Neuman at [email protected]. You may also make a financial donation toward the cost of weekly meals.
2013 End-of-Year giving guideIn the pew racks, you’ll find an End-of-Year Giving Guide outlining ways in which you can contribute to specific projects or initiatives underway at St. Luke’s and around the globe. Choose a project that you feel led to support and make a tax-deductible donation in 2013. Be sure to indicate the name of the project you’d like to support on your check.
St. Luke’s Servant Saturday at Vida NuevaSaturday, January 4 Take part in our new partnership with Vida Nueva UMC at 2801 Washington St. to serve by assisting with projects in and around the church. Vida Nueva serves the inner city and Latino community. Contact Jeff Blacker at [email protected].
Outreach Opportunities
WORSHIP 24/7:Watch live broadcasts on www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. Purchase worship videos on CD or DVD at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center to order. Listen to or download sermons on our web site. Find sermon video links by following us on Twitter@stlukesumcindy or liking us on our Facebook page.
COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:Communion is offered in the Sanctuary on the first Sunday of each month. The elements are consecrated every Sunday and made available in the Prayer Chapel from 9:15AM-12:30PM. Please enter in silence.
PARENTS:Childcare and Sunday School are provided for newborn through 5th grade children. Visit the Information Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Nursing mothers are always welcome! If you prefer, ask an usher for room E126 where we have rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service for your comfort.
Junior High and High School students gather in Luke’s Lodge (in the Northeast corner of the parking lot) every Sunday at 9:30 and 11AM and 6PM.
100 West 86th StreetIndianapolis IN 46260317-846-3404www.stlukesumc.com
For information on all classes and events, pick up a copy of Communion magazine, visit our web site or subscribe to our e-newsletters. Access an electronic version of Communion using your smartphone here:
SCRIPTURE: John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
MEDITATION “Not Afraid” Rev. Rob Fuquay
CANDLELIGHTING 5PM “O Little Town of Bethlehem” No. 230 (sts. 1, 3, 4)
7 & 9PM “Carols of the Night” Craig Courtney Chancel Choir
*“Silent Night, Holy Night” Words on Screen
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE 5PM “All Is Well” Michael W. Smith 7 & 9PM “All Is Well” Michael W. Smith, arr. Huff Chancel Choir
Thank you for celebrating your love of God with St. Luke’s today. If this is your first visit, please stop at our Welcome Center for a special gift.
WHO WE ARESt. Luke’s is an open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of god for all creation. We envision being transformed by god and transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
OUR CLERgYRev. Rob Fuquay, Senior PastorDr. Marion Miller,
Pastor of Later@St. Luke’sRev. David Williamson, Pastor of
Family & Children’s MinistriesRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson,
Pastor of Outreach MinistriesRev. Kim King, Pastor of
Congregational Care
OUR MUSICIANSMark Squire, Director of
Music MinistriesCharles Manning, Assistant
Director of Music Ministries/Organist
Dr. Charles Goehring, Organist
PRAYER CONCERNSSubmit prayer concerns in writing by placing a pew card in the offering plate or via the “Need a Prayer” link on our web site. Our Wednesday prayer group will pray on your behalf. Our Prayer Chapel, located beside the main entrance by the large cross, is available during church hours. Pastors will be available for prayer following each service this morning.
PRELUDE “Music for Christmas Eve”
SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 5PM Nyla Young 7PM George Erwin 9PM Lauren Bultinck
INTROIT 7 & 9PM “Fanfare for Christmas Day” Martin Shaw Chancel Choir
*HYMN “O Come, All Ye Faithful” No. 234, sts. 1, 2, 3, 6 *CHRISTMAS CREED
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth,Who did through his son come down on Christmas Day.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord,Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary,Announced by the angels, worshipped by the shepherds,And adored by the wisemen.He lived to suffer, die and raise again that we might be free from sin,From death, and the power of evil. I believe in the Holy Spirit, who has brought me to faith in the Christ of Christmas.Through this Spirit I am ever led to lay before the feet of ChristThe treasures of my love, and live under him as my King.I look to the manger as the place where God has fulfilled his Christmas love.I will follow his star and seek to serve him as my Lord,Both now and forever more. Amen.
*CHORUS OF RESPONSE “Emmanuel, Emmanuel” No. 204
LIgHTINg OF THE ADVENT WREATH CANDLES Luke 2:1-7 5PM Brian and Anne Adams 7PM Joe and Susan Loomis 9PM Chris and Rebecca Bultinck
ANTHEM 5PM “Breath of Heaven” arr. Lloyd Larsen New Song; Cheryl West, Director
7 & 9PM “The First Nowell” arr. Mack Wilberg Chancel Choir PRAYER TIME Silent Prayer Pastoral Prayer The Lord’s Prayer 5PM Dr. Marion Miller 7 & 9PM Rev. Kim King OFFERTORY ANTHEM 5PM “What Strangers Are These?” arr. Dan Forrest New Song
7 & 9PM “Joy to the World“ arr. Mack Wilberg Chancel Choir
*DOXOLOgY Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below;Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel has come to you, O Israel!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*CAROL “Angels We Have Heard on High” No. 238 (sts. 1, 3)
*Congregation standing.
Welcome! Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Dr. Kent Millard to Preach Sunday, December 29 9:30 and 11AM. We are pleased to welcome back to the pulpit St. Luke’s former senior pastor, Dr. Kent Millard. Please note only two service times will be held.
Sermon Series: Does the Bible Really Say...?Join us for seven weeks beginning Sunday, January 12 to understand tough teachings in the Bible. Does the bible really say that everything happens for a reason... that God condones violence... that God condemns homosexuals? You won’t want to miss this opportunity to shed some light on commonly held beliefs.
New Contemporary ServiceSt. Luke’s is expanding its family of worship styles to include a contemporary service in Spring 2014! This new service will be held on Sunday mornings in the sanctuary and will feature relevant messages by our senior pastor, Rev. Rob Fuquay, along with amazing musical talent and a more relaxed, interactive environment. If you’d like to be kept up-to-date as announcements become available, we invite you to join the Facebook group, “St. Luke’s New Service Participants.” For information about how you can support the new service launch, contact Amy Myhand at [email protected].
AnnouncementsTUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2013 Christmas Eve: White 5, 7 & 9PM
Upcoming Worship Services
SCRIPTURE: John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
MEDITATION “Not Afraid” Rev. Rob Fuquay
CANDLELIGHTING 5PM “O Little Town of Bethlehem” No. 230 (sts. 1, 3, 4)
7 & 9PM “Carols of the Night” Craig Courtney Chancel Choir
*“Silent Night, Holy Night” Words on Screen
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE 5PM “All Is Well” Michael W. Smith 7 & 9PM “All Is Well” Michael W. Smith, arr. Huff Chancel Choir
Thank you for celebrating your love of God with St. Luke’s today. If this is your first visit, please stop at our Welcome Center for a special gift.
WHO WE ARESt. Luke’s is an open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of god for all creation. We envision being transformed by god and transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
OUR CLERgYRev. Rob Fuquay, Senior PastorDr. Marion Miller,
Pastor of Later@St. Luke’sRev. David Williamson, Pastor of
Family & Children’s MinistriesRev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson,
Pastor of Outreach MinistriesRev. Kim King, Pastor of
Congregational Care
OUR MUSICIANSMark Squire, Director of
Music MinistriesCharles Manning, Assistant
Director of Music Ministries/Organist
Dr. Charles Goehring, Organist
PRAYER CONCERNSSubmit prayer concerns in writing by placing a pew card in the offering plate or via the “Need a Prayer” link on our web site. Our Wednesday prayer group will pray on your behalf. Our Prayer Chapel, located beside the main entrance by the large cross, is available during church hours. Pastors will be available for prayer following each service this morning.
PRELUDE “Music for Christmas Eve”
SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 5PM Nyla Young 7PM George Erwin 9PM Lauren Bultinck
INTROIT 7 & 9PM “Fanfare for Christmas Day” Martin Shaw Chancel Choir
*HYMN “O Come, All Ye Faithful” No. 234, sts. 1, 2, 3, 6 *CHRISTMAS CREED
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth,Who did through his son come down on Christmas Day.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord,Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary,Announced by the angels, worshipped by the shepherds,And adored by the wisemen.He lived to suffer, die and raise again that we might be free from sin,From death, and the power of evil. I believe in the Holy Spirit, who has brought me to faith in the Christ of Christmas.Through this Spirit I am ever led to lay before the feet of ChristThe treasures of my love, and live under him as my King.I look to the manger as the place where God has fulfilled his Christmas love.I will follow his star and seek to serve him as my Lord,Both now and forever more. Amen.
*CHORUS OF RESPONSE “Emmanuel, Emmanuel” No. 204
LIgHTINg OF THE ADVENT WREATH CANDLES Luke 2:1-7 5PM Brian and Anne Adams 7PM Joe and Susan Loomis 9PM Chris and Rebecca Bultinck
ANTHEM 5PM “Breath of Heaven” arr. Lloyd Larsen New Song; Cheryl West, Director
7 & 9PM “The First Nowell” arr. Mack Wilberg Chancel Choir PRAYER TIME Silent Prayer Pastoral Prayer The Lord’s Prayer 5PM Dr. Marion Miller 7 & 9PM Rev. Kim King OFFERTORY ANTHEM 5PM “What Strangers Are These?” arr. Dan Forrest New Song
7 & 9PM “Joy to the World“ arr. Mack Wilberg Chancel Choir
*DOXOLOgY Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below;Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel has come to you, O Israel!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*CAROL “Angels We Have Heard on High” No. 238 (sts. 1, 3)
*Congregation standing.
Welcome! Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Dr. Kent Millard to Preach Sunday, December 29 9:30 and 11AM. We are pleased to welcome back to the pulpit St. Luke’s former senior pastor, Dr. Kent Millard. Please note only two service times will be held.
Sermon Series: Does the Bible Really Say...?Join us for seven weeks beginning Sunday, January 12 to understand tough teachings in the Bible. Does the bible really say that everything happens for a reason... that God condones violence... that God condemns homosexuals? You won’t want to miss this opportunity to shed some light on commonly held beliefs.
New Contemporary ServiceSt. Luke’s is expanding its family of worship styles to include a contemporary service in Spring 2014! This new service will be held on Sunday mornings in the sanctuary and will feature relevant messages by our senior pastor, Rev. Rob Fuquay, along with amazing musical talent and a more relaxed, interactive environment. If you’d like to be kept up-to-date as announcements become available, we invite you to join the Facebook group, “St. Luke’s New Service Participants.” For information about how you can support the new service launch, contact Amy Myhand at [email protected].
AnnouncementsTUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2013 Christmas Eve: White 5, 7 & 9PM
Upcoming Worship Services
Tuesday, December 24, 2013 • 5, 7, and 9 PM
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary
THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM, Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor
ENTRY.POINT at OAK HILL: 10:30AM, Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: No December service. Next Taizé service will be Sunday, January 19, 2014 at 5PM in the Sanctuary.
LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel, Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor
(For more details or to register to serve these or any events go to www.stlukesumc.com/outreach)
UPCOMINg MISSION TRIPS: Fondwa, Haiti • February 24-March 1$900 + plane ticket. Shake off the winter blahs with a heart-warming trip to Fondwa, Haiti, with Pastor Dave Williamson.
Alternative Spring Break Trip: Spencer, West VirginiaMarch 23-29 and April 6-12Cost: $150 + transportation. Enjoy a week in the Appalachian mountains serving at Spring Heights UMC Camp about 6 hours from Indianapolis. The trip would be ideal for families with elementary aged kids through high school.
Native American Family Work Project: Rosebud, SDJune 15-21COST: $350 + transportation. Join us as we work and live on the reservation with the Lakota Indians. This is a great family adventure; however, we do recommend the age of children be seven years and older. Registration deadline is February 15.
English as a Second Language (ESL) ClassesJanuary 22-March 19 • Fellowship Hall • 6-8PMSt. Luke’s will offer ESL classes for our neighbors once a week. We will begin with a meal for the entire family (adult students and their children) before transitioning to the class. While parents are learning English, children will receive homework tutoring and enjoy recreation. We are expecting 150 people each week and have many opportunities for volunteer servants. To be a part of this weekly ministry, sign up online or contact Julie Sommers Neuman at [email protected]. You may also make a financial donation toward the cost of weekly meals.
2013 End-of-Year giving guideIn the pew racks, you’ll find an End-of-Year Giving Guide outlining ways in which you can contribute to specific projects or initiatives underway at St. Luke’s and around the globe. Choose a project that you feel led to support and make a tax-deductible donation in 2013. Be sure to indicate the name of the project you’d like to support on your check.
St. Luke’s Servant Saturday at Vida NuevaSaturday, January 4 Take part in our new partnership with Vida Nueva UMC at 2801 Washington St. to serve by assisting with projects in and around the church. Vida Nueva serves the inner city and Latino community. Contact Jeff Blacker at [email protected].
Outreach Opportunities
WORSHIP 24/7:Watch live broadcasts on www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. Purchase worship videos on CD or DVD at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center to order. Listen to or download sermons on our web site. Find sermon video links by following us on Twitter@stlukesumcindy or liking us on our Facebook page.
COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:Communion is offered in the Sanctuary on the first Sunday of each month. The elements are consecrated every Sunday and made available in the Prayer Chapel from 9:15AM-12:30PM. Please enter in silence.
PARENTS:Childcare and Sunday School are provided for newborn through 5th grade children. Visit the Information Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Nursing mothers are always welcome! If you prefer, ask an usher for room E126 where we have rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service for your comfort.
Junior High and High School students gather in Luke’s Lodge (in the Northeast corner of the parking lot) every Sunday at 9:30 and 11AM and 6PM.
100 West 86th StreetIndianapolis IN 46260317-846-3404www.stlukesumc.com
For information on all classes and events, pick up a copy of Communion magazine, visit our web site or subscribe to our e-newsletters. Access an electronic version of Communion using your smartphone here:
