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Published weekly except Christmas by St. Luke UMC1104 Second Ave.; Columbus, GA 31901
Postmaster: Send address changes to St. Luke UMC P.O. Box 867; Columbus, GA 31902
Telephone (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
Robert [email protected]
As a part of this exciting weekend, we plan to have a Church-Wide Adult Sunday School Class in the Ministry Center beginning at 9:50 a.m. Dr. Arnold and Dr. Witherington will teach this united Sunday School Class. I know every member of your class will be blessed by the experience. Please mark the date (Sunday, April 12) and encourage your class mem-bers to attend.
ORDER OF WORSHIPThe 10:55 a.m. service is streamed at www.stlukeum.com and broadcast at WLTC 103.7 Lite FM
Broadcast live on WXTX Channel 54 at 11:00 a.m.
March 22, 2015 5th Sunday in Lent
8:25 a.m. & 10:55 a.m. Color: Purple
Invitation to Worship
Chiming of the Hour
The Prelude ................................... “Ah, Holy Jesus” ..................................Cruger/Callahan(Adleyn Scott, organ ~ Michael Korwek, Flute)
Call to Worship (10:55 a.m., Chancel Choir)...“Surely the Lord Is in This Place” .....D.E. Wagner
*Hymn ............................................... “Jesus Shall Reign” .................................Number 157
*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)Glory 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.
Solo (8:25 a.m., Shara Bryan-Torsiello) ............“O, Divine Redeemer” .......................C. Gounod
**Anthem ..................... “How Deep the Father’s Love for Us” ..........S. Townend/arr. B. Harlan(10:55 a.m., Chancel Choir--Michael Korwek, Flute)
The Pastoral Prayer.......(8:30 a.m.) Rev. Cindy Cox Garrard (10:55 a.m.) Rev. Brett Maddocks
The Lord’s PrayerOur 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 GarrardAfter the Children’s Sermon, children who are in Kindergarten-5th grade are invited to go to Corner Kids for a
time of extended worship. Parents pick them up in Stockwell Hall when this service is completed.
*Hymn ....................................... “Hallelujah! What a Savior”...............................Number 165
Offertory Prayer ...............................................................................The Rev. Robert BeckumPlease add your name to the attendance pad and pass it down your pew so that
you may get to know those worshipping near you!
Offertory (8:25 a.m.Adleyn Scott, organ) ....“Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed”.....Watson/Callahan (10:55 a.m., Shara Bryan-Torsiello) ........ “O, Divine Redeemer” .............................C. Gounod
*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.
*The Written Word.....................................................John 12:20-33 (p. 100, NT in pew Bible)
The Spoken Word ...........................“THE JESUS WE SEE”............................Rev. Beckum
*Hymn ............................................. “Take Up Thy Cross”...................................Number 415
*The Benediction
Benediction Response .......... “Let Us Now Depart in Thy Peace” ........................L.H. Bristol
Postlude (Adleyn Scott, organ)....... “How Firm a Foundation ” ...............................D. Cherwien * Standing as able ** See Music Box *** quick means “living”; catholic means “universal,” or the global Church
Acolyte (10:55 a.m.): Hudson Carney and Davis Hardin.
PermitST. LUKE (552680) is published weekly except Christmas by St. Luke United Methodist Church, 1104 Second Avenue, Columbus, Georgia 31901. Periodical Postage entered and paid at Columbus, GA POSTMASTER: Send address changes to St. Luke, P.O. Box 867, Columbus, GA 31902.
OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEKSunday, March 22 8:25 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary, Main) 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Service (MIN) 9:45 a.m. Youth Sunday School Assembly (The Corner, MIN) 9:50 a.m. Revelation study (Chapel) 10:00 a.m. Youth Sunday School (The Corner, MIN) Children’s Sunday School10:55 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary, Main)/Broadcast over WLTC 103.7 Lite FM and at www.stlukeum.com beginning at 11:00 a.m. 12:20 p.m. Worship in Spanish (Chapel) 2:00 p.m. Hispanic Fellowship (Stockwell Hall) 5-7:00 p.m. Student Youth Ministry in The Corner (MIN) Monday, March 23 - Spring Break 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting (Room 110, Main) 1:00 p.m. Grief Support Group (1021 Third Ave.) Tuesday, March 24 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study (SD, MIN) 7:30 a.m. Red Cross Hometown Hero’s Breakfast (LD, MIN) 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 11:30 a.m. Lions Club (SD, MIN) 12:45 p.m. Caregiver Support Group (1021 Third Ave.)Wednesday, March 25 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 10:30 a.m. Stay-at-Home Moms Bible Study (home of Nicole Mayne) 11:30 a.m. Kiwanis (SD, MIN) 5:00 p.m. FCA Endurance Meeting (Meeting Room, MIN) 5:15 p.m. BHW Handbell Rehearsal (Handbell Room, Main) 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Supper (LD, MIN) 6:00 p.m. Children’s Choir (Aerobics Room, MIN)/Children’s Activities (Gym) 6:10 p.m. Jesus Creed Bible Study (SD, MIN) 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Night Program: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus 7:00 p.m. Bible Study in Spanish (Room 110, Main) 7:15 p.m. Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 8:10 p.m. Hispanic Praise Group Rehearsal (Chapel)Thursday, March 26 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 11:30 p.m. Exchange (SD, MIN) 12 Noon Women’s Bible Study (Conf. Rm., Main) 6:00 p.m. EMS Banquet (LD, MIN)Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28 2:00 p.m. Birthday Party (Playground, MIN)Main (main building, where Sanctuary is)/MIN (Ministry Center). Contact the Ministry Center for information about renting or reserving rooms.
WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP SUPPER March 25 - Ministry CenterProgram: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus, Bible study with Rev. Garrard
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The serving line is open until 6:30 p.m. Please make or cancel reservations by using the form below, by e-mailing [email protected], or by calling 706-256-1017 before Monday noon.Menu: Beef Stir Fry, Rice, Egg Rolls, Salad Bar and Fortune Cookies.
Name: ________________________________Adults ($7.00) _______ Children ($3.00) _______
Daytime Phone: _____________________ Email: _______________________________________
WOMEN’S DAY AT THE RANGEJoin us on Saturday, April 25, for a day of fun and fellowship as women have an opportunity to hone their skills or simply be exposed to using firearms. Several different types of firearms and ammunition will be provided and we’ll end the day with lunch, a discussion on general personal defense, and a devotional time. You may bring your own firearm but please let us know so we can be sure the proper ammunition is available. Sign up by calling the church or e-mailing [email protected]. Open to women and girls aged middle-school and older; minor children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Nehemiah 4:9
WORSHIP IN SPANISH: 12:20 p.m. worship in Turner Chapel. The Rev. Dr. Ivelisse Quiñones preaching, Jeremias 31:31-34 “Conoce a Dios.”
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (THE NINE): 9:00 a.m., Ministry Center, the Rev. Robert Beckum, preaching.
ALTAR FLOWERS: The beautiful flowers in the chancel area are given to the glory of God and in honor of Lela Clark Hendricks on her first birthday by her grandparents, Steve and Kent Butler.
Open Altar Flower Dates for 2015: April 19 and 26. For other information or other open dates, contact Maggie at 706-327-4343 or [email protected].
OUR kNOWN SICk: St. Francis: Eleanor Strickland, CV 10. Emory University Hospital: Patrick Graham, R-332. Hughston: Terry Hurley 332. Midtown Medical Center: Yartha Walker, 528.
CHRISTIAN LOVE AND SYMPATHY: To Mr. and Mrs. John (Jamie) Tongret in the death of her mother, Mrs. Patricia Lerette, March 14, 2015, in Columbus, Georgia.To Mr. and Mrs. John (Amandah) Turner in the death of her father, Mr. Lawrence Orion Strange, March 16, 2015, in Columbus, Georgia.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: We welcome the 34 members of the Confirmation Class who joined St. Luke by profession of faith on March 15, 2015.
Music BoxDoyle Register, Director of Music Ministries, [email protected]
Meals on Wheels Volunteers neededWe have openings for volunteers on the following days:
2nd Tuesday of the month • 3rd Friday of the month5th Wednesday of the month • Substitutes-as needed
Please let us know if you are interested in volunteering for this important Ministry by e-mailing [email protected], or by calling 706-256-1017.
"How Deep The Father's Love For Us" S. Townend How deep the Father's love for us, how vast beyond all measure, that He should give His only Son to make a wretch His treasure. How great the pain of searing loss the Father turns His face away, as wounds which mar the Chosen One bring many sons to glory. Behold the Man upon a cross, my sin upon His shoulders; ashamed, I hear my mocking voice call out among the scoffers. It was my sin that held Him there until it was accomplished; His dying breath has brought me life -- I know that it is finished. I will not boast in anything, no gifts, no pow'r, no wisdom; but I will boast in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection. Why should I gain from His reward? I cannot give an answer; but this I know with all my heart His wounds have paid my ransom.
Mr. and Mrs. Allen (Lisa) Butcher come by profession of their faith along with their children Andrew (18), Olivia (15), and Dylan (11), who was a member of this year’s confirmation class.
Children’s MinistryNickie Tillery, Director of Children’s Ministries, [email protected]
www.cornerkidz.comCorner kids@The Nine in Stockwell Hall, K-5th grade.Corner kids@11 in Stockwell Hall, K-5th grade.SLSC ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CAMPERS IN MARCH. The cost is $295 before April 1 and $320 April 2. Non-members $350 before April 1 and $375 April 2. Visit www.cornerkidz.com for an application and more information or email [email protected]. LUkE SUMMER CAMP- JOURNEY OFF THE MAP- JUNE 14-19. We will have wonderful Bible stories, horseback riding, canoeing, fishing, archery, line dancing and much, much more. Come enjoy a time away with your church family at Pine Eden. I promise you will not want to miss it!! Completed 2-5th Grade students. Email [email protected] for more information.EASTER CELEBRATION PALM SUNDAY: Last year’s celebration was wonderful and I hope that you will not miss it this year!! Children and adults of all ages are invited to participate in the egg hunt, BBQ dinner, concert and Easter crafts. Please RSVP at www.cornerkidz.com. Sunday School classes, please consider making a centerpiece for the Easter Celebration. Last year we had a wonderful display, and they were all sold to raise money for Children’s Ministry. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Save the DateS! april 11-12, 2015
the tennent tour of asbury theological seminary Coming to st. luke
saturday, april 11 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - St. Luke Ministry Center“The Uniqueness of Christ in a Diverse World”
Featuring: Dr. Bill Arnold, Paul Amos Chair of Old Testament Studies
Dr. Ben Witherington, Jean Amos Chair of New Testament StudiesDr. Timothy Tennent, President of Asbury Theological Seminary
sunday, april 12Combined Adult Sunday School at 9:50 a.m. - St. Luke Ministry Center
“The Importance of a Biblical Framework for Ministry in the Local Church”Dr. Arnold and Dr. Witherington
Dr. Tennent preaching in all Worship services “The Risen Lord and the World Wide Mission of the Church"
I Corinthians 15:12-20
saVe the dates for suMMer CaMps!
Preschool (Ooey Gooey)June 8-12
Sports CampJune 8-12
SLSC (Pine Eden)June 14-19
Preschool (Community Helpers) July 13-17
St. Luke Art Camp July 13-17
Vacation Bible SchoolJuly 20-24
Sign up @ www.cornerkidz.com
e a s t e rCelebrationan event for the whole family
Palm Sunday, March 29, 5 - 7 p.m.5 p.m. - Easter Egg Hunt (MIN)
BBQ Dinner (following egg hunt)6:00 p.m. - Easter Concert
www.cornerkidz.com
-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] Adult Ministry: In memory of Mrs. Celia Farley Hudnall by Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thom-as, Mr. and Mrs. James W. Quinn, and Rev. and Mrs. Gaston Pollock.Respite Scholarship Fund: In memory of Mrs. Fannie Clements by Miss Meredith King.Food Pantry: In memory of Mrs. Fannie Clements by Ms. Patty Branch.Memorial Maintenance Fund: In memory of Mrs. Mildred Rivers by Mr. David Dotlich. In memory of Mr. George Dudley, Mrs. Regena Bennett, Mrs. Fannie Clements, and Mrs. Mildred Rivers and in honor of Rev. and Mrs. Emory Gilbert by Mrs. Louise Martin.Open Door: In honor of Mrs. Carol Boers by Mr. and Mrs. Don Williams.Virginia Jackson Room at Open Door: In memory of Mrs. Mildred Rivers and Mrs. Celia Hudnall by Circle 2 UMW.Samaritan Fund: In memory of Mrs. Delane Chappell by Mr. and Mrs. Don Williams.Music Scholarship Fund: In honor of Dr. and Mrs. David Lewis by Ms. Nancy Pedersen. In memory of Mrs. Celia Farley Hudnall by Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Register.
-Respite Care-“Caring for loved ones and caregivers.”.
Diane Hett, Director of Respite Ministry, 706-256-3117 or [email protected]
Jonathan and Lisa Moore, Directors of Student Ministries, [email protected] Corner
St. Luke Free SpiritS
IRELAND TOUR Sept. 9 -18th, 2015
Once-in-a-Lifetime excursion to Ire-land! Join us on a ten day adventure. Early registration required by March 30. For information, please contact Kym Harden, 706-327-4343 or [email protected].
GrIef support Group Mondays at 1:00 p.m. thru April 6 in the Respite Care building. Contact [email protected] to register for these sessions, which are free and open to the public.
Sponsored by the Bereavement Ministry
st. luke family Camp 2015saVe the date!
October 9 – 11, 2015More information coming soon.
Don’t miss this Fantastic Family Adventure
marChis cereal
MONTH!Please bringdonations of Boxed Cereal to the St. Luke Food Pantry donation tubs in Stockwell Hall and the Ministry Center.
“Spreading Fire” Acts of the Apostles series has been amazing! Make sure you plan on coming every Sunday Night! God is teaching us so much!!!Be sure to sign up for SOULED OUT SUMMER TODAY! We have 100 spots reserved...and they will start filling up fast...We have Adrian Despres speaking as well as Lee McBride! God always moves in BIG ways at camp! Passion-ate Worship/Challenging Messages/Age and Gender Specific Small Groups/3 on 3 Basketball/Volleyball Tournament/Flag Football Tournament/Strong Man and Strong Woman Competition/ 5K/T H E B E A C H....and 4 AWESOME DAYS AND NIGHTS with your church family from The Corner!!!!YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS WHAT GOD HAS IN STORE FOR US AT SOULED OUT SUMMER!$50 DEPOSITS ARE DUE BY MARCH 28TH!!!
Six out of 10 people with Alzheimer’s will wander at some point. Wandering can be dangerous and life threatening, not to mention the stress for the family. Thanks to our local Alzheimer’s Association, Respite Care has applications for “SAFE RETURN” jewelry and membership. Please contact us if you would like to take advantage of this valuable service.
