Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost August 27, 2017 at Ten Fifty A.M.

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1 Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost August 27, 2017 at Ten Fifty A.M.

2 WelCome to st. luke s united methodist ChurCh We re so glad you ve joined us for worship this morning. Our mission is to share God s love and bring hope to the world. We hope you leave here today inspired by a message of hope and ready to embrace life in the week ahead. Prelude ringing of the Bells hymn 103 Andrew Lloyd Webber The Phantom of the Opera Organ and Orchestra ST. DENIO Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Immortal, invisible, God only wise, in light inaccessible hid from our eyes, most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise. Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might; Thy justice like mountains high soaring above Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love. Thou reignest in glory; Thou dwellest in light; Thine angels adore Thee, all veiling their sight; all laud we would render: O help us to see tis only the splendor of light hideth Thee. Call to WorshiP Sometimes it is hard to face the world; we feel unworthy and maybe even unloved. We know the pain of mistakes we and others have made. It is easy to withdraw and hide. But God beckons to us. God calls to us in the midst of our pain. We gather this morning and hear once again the message of God s mercy, healing, and love. We come today to be strengthened to face the world and see its beauty through the love of God. Rev. Wendy Lambert gloria Patri MEINEKE 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. Andrew Lloyd Webber arr. Ed Lojeski Masquerade Chancel Choir and Orchestra Robert Fasol, piano/organ Eric Bradford, conductor Masquerade, paper faces on parade. Masquerade, hide your face so the world will never find you. Masquerade, every face a different shade, masquerade, look around, there s another mask behind you. Swish and swirl, fish and fowl, flash of green, splash of brown, ace of hearts, face of clown. Faces, take your turn, take a ride on the merry-go-round. Kurd and king, beast and bird, ghoul and goose, fool and priest, curl of lip, twirl of cape, trace of rouge, face of ape. Faces, drink it in, drink it up, til you ve drowned in the light in the sound, but who can name the face. anthem Hymnals, Bibles, large print bulletins and hearing assistance devices are available in the Narthex. Children s Ministry is available during the worship service for infants - 5th grade. Parents with active or tearful children can watch a live feed of the service in the Watchorn Chapel. A children s activity bag is also available in the Narthex. A Hospitality Team member is at the Welcome Center to help. SERVICE OF WORSHIP ( Those who are able, please stand in honor of God.)

3 Masquerade, grinning yellows, spinning reds. Masquerade, take your fill, let the spectacle astound you. Masquerade, burning glances, turning heads. Masquerade, stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you. Masquerade, seething shadows, breathing lies. Masquerade, you can fool any friends who never knew you. Masquerade, leering satyrs, peering eyes, masquerade, run and hide, but a face will still pursue you. What a night, what a crowd, makes you glad, makes you proud, all the crème de la crème watching us, watching them, and all our fears are in the past. Six months of relief, of delight, of elysian peace and we can breathe at last. No more notes, here s a health, here s a toast to a prosperous year, to a new chandelier, and may its splendor never fade. Six months, what a joy, what a change, what a blessed release and what a Masquerade! Masquerade, paper faces on parade. Masquerade, hide your face so the world will never find you. Masquerade, every face with a different shade. Masquerade, look around, there s another mask behind you. Masquerade, burning glances, turning heads, masquerade, stop and stare at the sea of smiles around you. Masquerade, grinning yellows, spinning reds, masquerade, take your fill and let the spectacle astound you. Ah! Call to Prayer The peace of the Lord be with you. And also with you. Rev. Phil Greenwald Choral Call to Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, Your light shines within us. Let not my doubts nor my darkness speak to me. Lord Jesus Christ, Your light shines within us. Let my heart always welcome Your love. Pastoral Prayer the lord s Prayer Our 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. Choral response sacrament of BaPtism Gentry Marie Wallace, daughter of Trent and Courtney Wallace, born on October 26, BaPtism song Gentry, Gentry God claims you. God helps you, protects you and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you ll always be. Gentry, Gentry God claims you. God helps you, protects you and loves you too. Congregational response With God s help, we will so order our lives after the example of Christ, that Gentry surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the faith and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal. anthem A.L. Webber/C. Hart/R. Stilgoe Think of Me Rachel Barnard and Mat Govich, vocalists St. Luke's Orchestra Robert Fasol, piano Eric Bradford, conductor Think of me, think of me fondly when we ve said goodbye. Remember me every so often, promise me you ll try. On that day, that not so distant day, when you are far away and free, if you ever find a moment, spare a thought for me. And though it s clear, though it was always clear that this was never meant to be, if you happen to remember, stop and think of me. Think of August when the trees were green; don t think about the way things might have been. Think of me, think of me waking silent and resigned. Imagine me, trying too hard to put you from my mind. Think of me, please say you ll think of me whatever else you choose to do. There will never be a day when I won t think of you.

4 Can it be, can it be Christine? Long ago, it seems so long ago, how young and innocent we were. She may not remember me but I remember her. Flowers fade, the fruits of summer fade, they have their season so do we but please promise me that sometimes you will think of me! Life at St. Luke S Rev. Phil Greenwald DeDication of tithes and offerings offertory A.L. Webber/C. Hart/R. Stilgoe The Music of the Night Mat Govich, soloist St. Luke's Orchestra Robert Fasol, piano Eric Bradford, conductor Night time sharpens, heightens each sensation; darkness stirs and wakes imagination. Silently the senses abandon their defenses. Slowly, gently, night unfurls its splendor; grasp it, sense it, tremulous and tender. Turn your face away from the garish light of day, turn your thoughts away from cold, unfeeling light and listen to the music of the night. Close your eyes and surrender to your darkest dreams! Purge your thoughts of the life you knew before! Close your eyes, let your spirit start to soar and you ll live as you ve never lived before. Softly, deftly, music shall caress you. Hear it, feel it, secretly possess you. Open up your mind, let your fantasies unwind in this darkness which you know you cannot fight, the darkness of the music of the night. Let your mind start a journey through a strange, new world, leave all thoughts of the world you knew before. Let your soul take you where you long to be! Only then can you belong to me. Floating, falling, sweet intoxication. Touch me, trust me, savor each sensation. Let the dream begin, let your darker side give in to the power of the music that I write, the power of the music of the night. You alone can make my song take flight, help me make the music of the night. DoxoLogy OLD 100th Praise 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. Rev. David Poteet the gospel There came a woman of Samaria to draw water. Jesus said to her, "Give me a drink." For his disciples had gone away into the city to buy food. The Samaritan woman said to him, "How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of me, a woman of Samaria?" For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans. Jesus said to her, "Go, call your husband, and come here." The woman answered him, "I have no husband." Jesus said to her, "You are right in saying, 'I have no husband'; for you have had five husbands, and he whom you now have is not your husband; this you said truly." The woman said to him, "Sir, I perceive that you are a prophet." Just then his disciples came. They marveled that he was talking with a woman, but none said, "What do you wish?" or, "Why are you talking with her?" So the woman left her water jar, and went away into the city, and said to the people, "Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?" (John 4:7-9, 16-19, 27-29) This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Sermon St. Luke's on Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera arr. Bob Chilcott All I Ask of You Rachel Barnard and Mat Govich, vocalists Chancel Choir and Orchestra Robert Fasol, piano Eric Bradford, conductor musical reflection

5 No more talk of darkness, forget these wide-eyed fears; I m here, nothing can harm you, my words will warm and calm you. Let me be your freedom, let daylight dry your tears; I m here, with you, beside you, to guard you and to guide you. Say you love me every waking moment, turn my head with talk of summertime. Say you need me with you now and always; promise me that all you say is true, that s all I ask of you. Let me be your shelter, let me be your light; you re safe, no one will find you, your fears are far behind you. All I want is freedom, a world with no more night; and you, always beside me, to hold me and to hide me. Say you ll share with me one love, one lifetime; say the word and I will follow you. Share each day with me, each night, each morning; anywhere you go, let me go, too. Love me; that s all I ask of you. invitation to Christian discipleship If you desire to become a member of St. Luke s United Methodist Church, please refer to the announcement insert for additional information. hymn 451 slane Be Thou My Vision Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart; naught be all else to me, save that Thou art. Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light. Be Thou my wisdom, and Thou my true word; I ever with Thee and Thou with me, Lord; Thou and Thou only, first in my heart, great God of heaven, my treasure Thou art. Great God of heaven, my victory won, may I reach heaven s joys, O bright heaven s Sun! Heart of my own heart, whatever befall, still be my vision, O Ruler of all. sending forth A light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. No matter the night we face, God s love will guide us; reminding us that we are God s children and created to live in the beauty of God s light. Postlude Rev. Wendy Lambert Senior Executive Pastor Toccata and Fugue (D Minor) Robert Fasol, organist Leading In Worship Senior Pastor Rev. David Poteet Pastor of Congregational Care Musicians Robert Fasol, Organist/Choirmaster Eric Bradford, Conductor Chancel Choir and Orchestra Rachel Barnard, Vocalist Mat Govich, Vocalist J.S. Bach Rev. Phil Greenwald Executive Pastor of Administration The flowers in the Chancel this morning are given to the glory of God: In loving memory of my wife, Carol Stringer, given by Dean Stringer. Based on the book by Gaston Leroux, The Phantom of the Opera is set in a 19th century Paris opera house. Born with a facial disfigurement, the Phantom takes a liking to opera singer Christine. When Christine falls for another man, the Phantom schemes to win her heart. Little does he know, what he really needs is someone to love him without condition.

6 St. Luke s On Broadway Welcomes Rachel Barnard and Mat Govich Rachel Barnard has performed in opera and musical theatre throughout the Northeast and Oklahoma. She has sung in recitals and concerts in New York at Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall; as well as in Atlanta, Boston, and throughout Oklahoma. Rachel received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Opera Performance at Purchase College in New York, and her Masters of Music in Vocal Performance at Oklahoma City University. Rachel has been teaching voice at OCU s Wanda L. Bass School of Music for 15 years. In 2016 she received the Excellence in Teaching Award for adjunct faculty from OCU s Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. She lives in Edmond with her husband Tim, 2 teenage children Cooper and Erin, and their sweet mini-labradoodle, Bo. Mateja (Mat) Govich was born and raised in Norman Oklahoma. After spending eight years in New York, Mat and his wife returned to Oklahoma to raise their two daughters. While in NY, Mat performed in the Tony Award winning production of Cabaret. Mat most recently appeared as the Beast in Lyric Theatre s original production of When You Wish; and as John Wilkes Booth in Lyric Theatre s restaging of Sondheim s Assassins. He originated the role of Glenn in Lyric s world premiere production of Mann... and Wife, and starred as Curly McClain in Lyric s Oklahoma!, which was recognized by both the governor s office and the Rodgers and Hammerstein Foundation as the official state production. Mat holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. Mat is currently teaching Voice at both UCO and OCU. Rev. Wendy Lambert Senior Executive Pastor wlambert@stlukesokc.org Rev. Dave Poteet Pastor of Congregational Care dpoteet@stlukesokc.org Rev. Keith King Online Campus Pastor kking@stlukesokc.org Senior Pastor blong@stlukesokc.org Rev. Phil Greenwald Executive Pastor of Administration pgreenwald@stlukesokc.org Rev. Josh Attaway Edmond Campus Pastor jattaway@stlukesokc.org Rev. Connie Barnett Asbury Campus Pastor cbarnett@stlukesokc.org Congregational Care Ministry The St. Luke s family of faith desires to extend care to you in the times of concern and joy and all that is in-between. Please write your prayer concerns on an attendance card during Sunday services or to ccm@stlukesokc.org. You may also call with your prayers concerns. Faith Partners Faith Partners seeks to educate, refer and walk with people along their journey towards recovery from addiction. If you or someone you love struggles with addiction and would like help, please go online to faithpartners.stlukesokc.org or to ccm@stlukesokc.org. Radio Programming Listen to Something to Think About with Dr. Bob Long between 7:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. on following radio stations: 98.1 The Sports Animal and Magic The sermon can be heard on KREF AM 1400 at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday morning. TV Programming St. Luke s Traditional service can be seen as a half-hour television program on KOCO channel 5 at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday morning. CDs are available in Threefold or contact Bev Barnes at We will be glad to mail a copy of the service to you. Cost is $5 for a CD or $10 for a DVD. Online Worship Service If you are unable to attend worship on any Sunday, you can join us online for the 10:50 a.m. Traditional Worship Service broadcast live from the Downtown Campus. You can watch on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Simply look for the "Online Worship" link on the stlukesokc.org website. A link is also available on the St. Luke's App.

7 Date Worship Service: 8:30 9:40 10:50 Mr. / Mrs. / Ms. Name Address City State ZIP Home Phone Cell Phone 1st Time Guest 2nd Time Guest Regular Guest St. Luke s Member Names and Birth Dates of Children With You Announcements Call (405) for more info or visit stlukesokc.org Honduras Mission Trips Be a part of a St. Luke s mission trip that is truly sharing God s love and transforming an impoverished community. In 2018, there will be three opportunities to travel to Roatan, Honduras. Mission teams spend one week providing a variety of assistance through construction projects, Bible school, medical services, food delivery, and much more. The three trips are: March 3-10, May 19-26, and May 26 - June 2. Sign up soon as the spots fi ll quickly! The cost is $1,650 per person, which includes airfare, lodging, and meals. Contact Natalie Roller (nroller@stlukesokc.org) for the March trip or Julie Robinson (jrobinson@ stlukesokc.org) for the May trips. Have You Registered for Your Wednesday Night Alive Class? WNA starts this Wednesday! Class registration is still open with a variety of amazing classes for everyone - children, youth, and adults. There will a clergy member in the Gallery today to help you sign up or answer your questions. The fi rst WNA dinner is smoked sausage, roasted red potatoes, sweet creamed corn with cobbler for dessert. Dinner will be served at 5:15 p.m. ($5 for adults - children 12 and under eat free). Classes start at 6:30 p.m. More information about classes and sign up is available at the Welcome Center. You can also fi nd information and sign up online at stlukesokc.org/wna. Faith Journey 101: An Online Experience Are you a guest, new member, or a longtime member looking for a new way to get involved at St. Luke s? Do you have access to the internet? Then Faith Journey 101 is just the class for you! Starting August 30, Faith Journey 101 (FJ101) is a class designed to help you gain a bird s eye view of what it means to be an active and engaged member of St. Luke s. Facilitated by Beth Armstrong, classmates enrolled in FJ101 this fall will join a group chat where video curriculum, supporting materials, and discussion questions are shared. Class material will be released throughout the week in a digital format so you can take the class at any time that works for you! For details and to enroll go to stlukesokc.org/fj101. Disciple Bible Study Classes Begin This Week - Sign Up in the Gallery Today What would it mean to really live your life as a disciple of Christ? You don t have to be a church member, nor do you have to be a Biblical expert to expand your knowledge and grow deeper in your faith. Adults of all ages are encouraged to sign up for Disciple Bible Study classes that begin this week. There will a clergy member in the Gallery today to help you sign up or answer your questions. There are informational booklets and registration forms at the Welcome Centers, or you can sign up online at stlukesokc.org/disciple. Women of Faith Bible Study Women of all ages and stages - The Women of Faith Bible Study is back with a fall study entitled A Time for Everything. This study will look at themes from Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 and the idea that there really is a season for everything. Join as they learn that the Bible challenges us to pay attention to the season we re in and recognize the beautiful rhythms of life. It all starts Thursday, September 7, from noon - 1 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Every Thursday, a $5 lunch and childcare will be provided. Books are $10 and will be available at the fi rst class. For more information, contact Amy Givens: agivens@stlukesokc.org, or

8 Prayer Requests or Questions: How did you first hear about St. Luke s? TV Radio Web Other I m a guest of. Age Group 6th-12th Grade College I would like more info about: Children s Programs Youth (6th to 12th grade) Programs Classes for Adults Volunteer Opportunities Other Joining I wish to join St. Luke s If you wish to join St. Luke s this morning, please bring this card to the front during the last song instead of placing it in the offering basket. I would like to know more about membership. I m interested in joining but don t want to come to the front. Contact me about other ways to join. Announcements Call (405) for more info or visit stlukesokc.org. St. Luke s on Broadway St. Luke s on Broadway is a wonderful way to share the message of Christ. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and opinions on what shows to look at next year. Surveys can be at the Welcome Center or it can be fi lled out online. Completed surveys can be returned to the Welcome Center. Be a Part of a Trip of a Lifetime! St. Luke s is hosting two trips to the Holy Land in Rev. Wendy Lambert will lead a group to the Holy Land and Jordan May 30 June 9, 2018 with an optional extension to cruise the Nile and tour sites in Egypt. Rev. and Mrs. Phil and Stephanie Greenwald and Susan Easttom will lead a group to the Holy Land on a trip especially designed for families with children (though you do not have to have children traveling with you to be a part) June 7-14, Both trips will deepen your relationship with God and your understanding of the Bible. There are brochures available at the Welcome Centers or online at stlukesokc.org. Discovery Sunday School Class Open House The Discovery Sunday School class is having an Open House on Sunday, September 10 at 9:40 a.m. in Room 200. This will be a great opportunity to get acquainted with current members of the class and ask any questions you may have. Light refreshments will be served. This class is made up of couples and singles in their late 20s and 30s, but all ages are welcome! Tiffany s Legacy Bible Study Looking for a small group Bible study where women can fi nd caring and fellowship while growing in faith? Come to Tiffany s Legacy on September 13 - a women s Bible study that meets weekly on Wednesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. in Room 204. This fall, the group will be studying John Ortberg s book, If You Want to Walk on Water, You ve Got to Get Out of the Boat. For more information on Tiffany s Legacy, please contact Georgann Osby at Men s Bible Study Under Construction: Building Men of God will start a new study focused on the book, Play the Man: Becoming the Man God Created You to Be. Led by Rev. Keith King the new study begins Thursday, September 7 at noon in Vaught Chapel, Room 106. This lunchtime class is a great opportunity for men to come together and learn to balance faith, family and work. Lunch is provided for $5.00 Knitters and Crocheters Needed If you like to knit or crochet, you are invited to knit or crochet baby hats for the Click for Babies Campaign. Click for Babies is a grassroots public education campaign partnership between the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome and Oklahoma Dept. of Health. The hats will be donated to the OSDH and delivered to hospitals by November. For patterns and information, go to the website, clickforbabies.org/stitchers-club. St. Luke s Asbury is collecting the baby hats and getting them to the OSDH. If you need more information, contact Lee Ann Simpson - lsimpson@stlukesokc.org, or Youth Lunch Bunch Today It s time for another exciting trip for the Youth Lunch Bunch! Today, right after church (Noon - 2 p.m.), 6th - 12th grade youth are heading out for lunch together at Hideaway Pizza! We do this every month at a different place. It s a great time to get connected or to bring a friend. Don t forget to bring money for food. And if there is anyone new to the Youth Lunch Bunch, meet at the fountain in the Narthex - and we ll buy your lunch!