(USPS # 552680) Published weekly except Christmas by St. Luke UMC 1104 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) 327-4078 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stlukeum.com www.facebook.com/stlukeum Robert Beckum [email protected] Volume 50 May 25, 2014 No. 21 OUR METHODIST HERITAGE This Saturday, May 24th, will be the 276th anniversary of John Wes- ley’s “heart-warming” experience at a Bible study on Aldersgate Street in London, England. This experience was both a spiritual turning point in Wesley’s life and a birthing point for a people called “Methodists.” What follows is a brief excerpt from Wesley’s journal recording this Aldersgate event: “In the evening, I went very unwillingly to a society in Aldersgate Street, where one was reading Luther’s preface to the Epistle to the Romans. About a quarter before nine, while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ and Christ alone for salvation; and an assurance was given me that he had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death. I began to pray with all my might for those who had in a more especial manner despitefully used me and persecuted me. I then testified openly to all there what I now first felt in my heart. But it was not long before the enemy suggested, ‘This cannot be faith, for where is thy joy?’ Then I was taught that peace and victory over sin are essential to faith in the Captain of our salvation but that, as to the transports of joy---that usually attend the beginning of it especially among those who have mourned deeply---God sometimes giveth, sometimes withholdest them, according to the counsels of his own will. After my return home, I was much buffeted with temptations, but cried out and they fled away. They returned again and again. I as often lifted up my eyes and he ‘sent me help from his holy place.’ (Psalm 20:2) And herein I found in what the difference between this and my former state chiefly consisted. I was striving, yea fighting with all my might under the law, as well as under grace. But then I was sometimes, if not often, conquered; now, I was always conqueror.” Sunday, we will celebrate our great Methodist heritage in the 8:25 a.m. and 10:55 a.m. services. As we do, I will be thinking of the words of historian and former editor of The Christian Century, Martin Marty, “Methodism was the hottest lava flowing in America in the nineteenth century. Beware if it heats up again in the twenty-first century.”
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Our MethOdist heritageThis Saturday, May 24th, will be the 276th anniversary of John Wes-ley’s “heart-warming” experience at a Bible study on Aldersgate Street in London, England. This experience was both a spiritual turning point in Wesley’s life and a birthing point for a people called “Methodists.” What follows is a brief excerpt from Wesley’s journal recording this Aldersgate event:
“In the evening, I went very unwillingly to a society in Aldersgate Street, where one was reading Luther’s preface to the Epistle to the Romans. About a quarter before nine, while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ and Christ alone for salvation; and an assurance was given me that he had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death.
I began to pray with all my might for those who had in a more especial mannerdespitefullyusedmeandpersecutedme.Ithentestified openlytoalltherewhatInowfirstfeltinmyheart.Butitwasnotlong before the enemy suggested, ‘This cannot be faith, for where is thy joy?’ Then I was taught that peace and victory over sin are essential to faith in the Captain of our salvation but that, as to the transports of joy---that usually attend the beginning of it especially among those who have mourned deeply---God sometimes giveth, sometimes withholdest them, according to the counsels of his own will.
After my return home, I was much buffeted with temptations, but cried outandtheyfledaway.Theyreturnedagainandagain.Iasoften lifted up my eyes and he ‘sent me help from his holy place.’ (Psalm 20:2) And herein I found in what the difference between thisandmyformerstatechieflyconsisted.Iwasstriving,yeafighting withallmymightunderthelaw,aswellasundergrace.ButthenI was sometimes, if not often, conquered; now, I was always conqueror.” Sunday, we will celebrate our great Methodist heritage in the 8:25 a.m. and 10:55 a.m. services. As we do, I will be thinking of the words of historian and former editor of The Christian Century, Martin Marty, “Methodism was the hottest lava flowing in America in the nineteenth century. Beware if it heats up again in the twenty-first century.”
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ORDER OF WORSHIPThe 10:55 a.m. service is streamed at www.stlukeum.com and broadcast at WLTC 103.7 Lite FM
Tape-delayed on WTVM Channel 9 at 10:00 a.m.
May 25, 2014 Memorial Sunday
8:25 a.m. and 10:55 a.m. Color: White
Invitation to Worship
The Prelude......................... “Adagio Sostenuto from Horn Concerto” .....................Eric Ewazen(Johan Warburton, french horn -- Aesook Lim, piano)
*Hymn ............................... “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” ...................... Number 57
*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 VirginMary,sufferedunderPontiusPilate,wascrucified,dead,andburied,thethird 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.
Solo (8:25 a.m., Sean Meara)....................“In Christ Alone”...................................arr. L. Larson
**Anthem (10:55 a.m., Chancel Choir)........ “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” ......arr. J. Schrader
The Pastoral Prayer ......................................................................The Rev. Brett Maddocks
The Lord’s Prayer ...............................................................................................Number 895Our 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. Brett MaddocksAfter 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 the Stockwell Hall when this service is completed.
*Hymn....................................“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” ........................Number 384
Offertory Prayer
Offertory (8:25 a.m., Adleyn Scott, organ)........... “Pleading Savior” .............................M. Hayes (10:55 a.m., Sean Meara)....................“In Christ Alone”...................................arr. L. Larson
*The Dedication of Offerings ................ “The Doxology”.......................................Number 95PraiseGod,fromwhomallblessingsflow;praisehim,allcreaturesherebelow;praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
*The Written Word..............................................Romans 8:1-4, 31-39 (p. 147, NT) in pew
Bible
The Spoken Word .....................“A CHANGE OF HEART”............The Rev. Robert Beckum
*Hymn.......................................... “A Charge to Keep I Have”.................................Number 413
*The Benediction
*Benediction Response ............ “Let Us Now Depart in Thy Peace”....................L.H. Bristol
Postlude (Aesook Lim, organ)........ “Immortal, Invisible, God only Wise”..............M. Burkhardt*Standing as able. *** quick means “living”; catholic means “universal” **See Music Box
OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEKSunday, May 25 8:25 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary, Main) 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Service (MIN) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School/Youth Sunday School Assembly (The Corner, MIN)10:00 a.m. Youth Sunday School (The Corner, MIN)10:55 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 (Youth Room)2-3:00 p.m. Hispanic Fellowship (Youth Room) 5:00 p.m. Souled Out Parent Meeting (LD, MIN) 5:30 p.m. Student Youth Ministry Worship (The Corner)Monday,May26-ChurchOfficeandELCClosedforMemorialDayHoliday Tuesday, May 27 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study (SD, MIN) 9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting (SD, MIN)10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.)11:00 a.m. Free Spirits Linwood Lunch & Learn (Chapel at Linwood)11:30 a.m. Lions (SD, MIN)12:45 p.m. Caregiver Support Group (Conf. Room) 6:00 p.m. Cola Volleyball (Gym)Wednesday, May 2810:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.)11:30 a.m. Kiwanis (LD, MIN) 7:00 p.m. Bible Study in Spanish (Room 110, Main) Chancel Choir (Choir Room) 8:10 p.m. Hispanic Praise Team (Youth Room, MIN)Thursday, May 29 10:00 a.m. On-Site Respite (1021 Third Ave.) 6:00 p.m. Cola Volleyball (Gym)Friday, May 30 9:30 a.m. Muscogee Retired Educators Association Board Meeting (SD, MIN) 6:00 p.m. Adams/Wolter Wedding Rehearsal (Sanctuary) Jay Hawks Basketball (Gym)Saturday, May 31 4:00 p.m. Adams/Wolter Wedding (Santuary)
Main (main building, where Sanctuary is)/MIN (Ministry Center). Contact the Ministry Center for information about renting or reserving rooms.
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CEMETERY LOTS St. Luke has been contacted regarding 4 gravesites at Parkhill Cemetery for sale. St. John area of the cemetery, Lot 199, Spaces 1-4. $2000/each. If you are interested, please contact Maggie Roberson at the church office for contact information for the seller. [email protected] or 706-327-4343.
Music Box
WORSHIP IN SPANISH: 12:20 p.m., Youth Center, Ministry Center, The Rev. Dr. Ivelisse Quiñones, preaching, “The Fruit of the Spirit,” Galatians 5:22-26.
ALTAR FLOWERS: The beautiful flowers in the chancel area are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mrs. Weezie Butler by Mr. and Mrs. Steve (Kent) Butler and Mr. and Mrs. Al (Betsy) Ramsay.
OPEN FLOWERDATES: July 13, 27 and Aug. 3. Please contact Maggie at [email protected] or call 706-327-4343.
OUR KNOWN SICK: Midtown Medical Center: David Smart, 714D, Lillian Forsyth Turner, NICU. Northside Medical Center (Hughston): Cary James, 317. St. Francis: Roy Spurlin, CN 15. Columbus Hospice: Pat Watkins, 5.
CRADLEROLL: Mr. and Mrs. Kevin (Jennifer Sawyer) Mallory announce the birth of their son, Braden Mitchell Mallory, May 15, 2014. Grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Beth) Parsons. A rosebud has been placed in the chancel area in his honor.
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“Just A Closer Walk With Thee” arr. Jack Schrader Daily walkin’ close to Thee, let it be, dear Lord, let it be. I am weak, but Thou art strong. Jesus keep me from all wrong; I’ll be satisfied as long as I walk, let me walk close to Thee. Just a closer walk with Thee. Grant it Jesus, is my plea; daily walkin’ close to Thee, let it be, O dear Lord, let it be. Thru this world of toil and snares, if I falter, Lord, who cares? Who with me my burden shares? None but Thee, O dear Lord, none but Thee. Just a closer walk with Thee. Grant it Jesus, is my plea; daily walkin’ close to Thee, let it be, O dear Lord, let it be.
PLEASE LET US KNOW: Due to HIPAA privacy regulations, hospitals cannot notify us if you are a patient. If you or a loved one have to go to the hospital, please do not assume that the church office knows. We would rather hear about something ten times than not at all! You may call the church at 706-327-4343 at any time or call the pastors at home! Thanks so much.
Children’s MinistryNickieTillery,DirectorofChildren’sMinistries,[email protected]
www.cornerkidz.comCornerKids@TheNine in Stockwell Hall, K-5th grade.CornerKids@11 in Stockwell Hall, K-5th grade.Summer Camps Information: go to www.cornerkidz.com.VACATIONBIBLESCHOOL We need volunteers to lead classes, decorate, storytime and much more. This is an amazing week, and we cannot do it without YOU!!
- - Summer Camps! - -June 16-20 SUMMER FUN CAMPS
Infant – Completed Pre-K Emergency Services and Community Helpers: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Completed K-5th Grade Reading Camp (K-3rd)
Servant Leadership Camp (4th -5th ) June 23-27 SUMMER FUN CAMPS
Infant – Completed Pre-K Symphony of the 5 Senses: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Completed K - 5th Grade Cooking Camp: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
JuLy 7-11 SUMMER FUN CAMPSInfant – Completed Pre-K Ooey Gooey: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Completed K - 5th Grade Sports Camp: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
JuLy 21-25 VACATIONBIBLESCHOOL 9 a.m. -12 noon JuLy 28-august 1 SUMMER FUN CAMPS
Infant - Completed Pre-K Barnyard Palooza: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Completed K - 5th Grade Art Camp (3rd-5th):1 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
MAYIS Soda
cracker month
Please bring donations to the St. Luke Food Pantry donation tubs in Stockwell Hall and the Ministry Center.
Older Adult Council requests your help.Our goal is to have a diverse display ofarts and crafts by St. Luke members.
Free spirits St. Luke Arts & Crafts
Show & LunchJune 24, 2014 (Min)
Painting • Basketweaving, Photography • Woodworking,
Ceramics • Flowering arranging, etc.rsVP by June 1.
Contact Norris Randall, 334-298-4163, or Mitch Watts, 706-327-4343.
DOyOuHAVEquESTIONS about the Christian faith? Do you have questions about God, salvation, parenting, end times, faithful living, etc.? Rev. Brett Maddocks continues the series “You Asked For It” at The Nine. You can submit your questions to Brett via: Twitter: @the9stlukeum or @bmaddocks. Email: [email protected].
HEAVEN IS FOR REAL AUTHOR IS COMING TO ST. LUKE!!! This will be a wonderful event for the WHOLE FAMILY!! August 15!!! Tickets are $15. Email [email protected] for more information.
PASTOR ON CALL706-327-4343
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October 10th-12thSt. Luke Family Camp
Abiding giftsIf 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] Pantry: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Mrs. Carolyn Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Brantley, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Hansford, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kinner, Mr. and Mrs. George Adams, Ms. Jeanne Dickey, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ussery, Ms. Norma Little, Mr. Dan Snavely, Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Bickerstaff, III, Mr. and Mrs. Len Sexton, Mr. and Mrs. J. Barrington Vaught, the NOW Class, Mr. and Mrs. Jack M. Passailaigue, Jr., Dr. A. J. Kravtin, Ms. Peggy Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. Lowry Reid, Jr., Mr. Lamar Fletcher, Mrs. Mary B. Bradley, Mrs. Peggy Gindville, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Harvey, Mr. and Mrs. J. Hamilton Hilsman, Mr. and Mrs. Paul S. Amos, Teen Challenge of Florida, Mr. and Mrs. John Young, and Mr. and Mrs. Walker Harris.Memorial Maintenance Fund: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Dr. and Mrs. Hollis Daniel Sigman, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Park, Jr., Ms. Lynda Alford, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Howard, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Wagner, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson W. Blackmon, and Mr. and Mrs. William Middleton.Telephone Sunday School Class: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Mrs. Frances R. Brooks.Rebuilding Fund: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Mr. and Mrs. Leon Belk.BillTurnerScholarshipFund: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Rev. and Mrs. Gaston Pollock.Music Scholarship Fund: In memory of Mrs. Sue Marie Turner by Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Register. In memory of Mrs. Agnes Pedersen by Ms. Nancy Pedersen.Samaritan Fund: In memory of Mrs. Robbie Thomas by Mrs. Susan Lockwood. In honor of Rev. Cindy Garrard by the Women’s Bible Study.
Jonathan and Lisa Moore, Directors of Student Ministries, [email protected] Corner
-Respite Care-“Caring for loved ones and caregivers.”.
Diane Hett, Director of Respite Ministry, 706-256-3117 or [email protected] are over 5 million people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States. More than 15.5 million caregivers in the U. S. provide 17.7 billion hours of unpaid care. It is said that there is no more exhausting or rewarding job than caring for a loved one. Over the coming weeks, we will recommend some Additional Tips for Caregivers (continued from last week): • Recognize your feelings of sadness, stress, anxiety, anger, guilt, grief, and frustration; these are normal. • Talk to others about your feelings.• Join a support group to gain insight from others who are experiencing the same things. The St Luke Caregiver Support Group meets this Tuesday, May 27, 12:45 – 2:00 p.m., Conference Room.
***WEAREBRINGING90PEOPLEFROMTHECORNERTOCAMP!!!!****Souled Out is June 2-6!!! Please pray for the student ministry as we travel to Panama City Beach and worship and grow in our relationship with Christ!ROADTRIP! June 8th show up at 5 PM and we are taking the Corner on the road! We will take the buses up to Pine Eden in Hamilton, GA. and have supper and youth service at St. Luke Summer Camp!Be sure and be here at 5 P.M. And let's join the children's ministry for an awesome night of worship and fun!MIDDLESCHOOLMAyHEM June 18 We are leaving at 9 A.M. And going to the 12:10 Braves game and then having supper at THE VARSITY!!! Middle School ONLY….sorry High Schoolers….we will go the first week of July!!!!Every Sunday Night this summer (except Fathers Day… COME TO WORSHIP FROM 5:30-7:30! Every time we get together God does something HUGE…come be a part….#MOVEOFGODThe Corner Worship is the worship band at St. Luke student ministry. God is using these students in a big way. We travelled to Perry, GA last Wednesday and are traveling to Jonesboro, GA this Wednesday. God is using these students in such a big way! BuyyOuRCOPy OF THE CORNER WORSHIP TODAY FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE OR AT THE CORNER…$10…AND IT'S SOOOO GOOD!
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