St. Luke s United Methodist Church. 300 Ella Taylor Road Yorktown, Virginia Maundy Thursday. April 13, o clock in the Evening

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1 St. Luke s United Methodist Church 300 Ella Taylor Road Yorktown, Virginia Maundy Thursday April 13, o clock in the Evening Telephone (757)

2 The Order of Service X X X X X X X (As you enter this Holy Space, please do so quietly. You are invited to remain seated while singing.) INVITATION AND GATHERING ENTRANCE: Welcoming Penitents We join a solemn journey of three days that has changed the world and our own lives. Followers of Jesus have been taking this journey since his first followers took it, long ago. This is the night of love. On the night Jesus took a towel and basin, and washed his disciples' feet. On this night he told them to do the same for others to show their love for him and for one another. This is the night of love. On this night, followers of Jesus have invited those preparing for baptism to begin with them a solemn vigil of prayer and fasting until the day of Christ's resurrection is fulfilled. This is the night of love. On this night, Jesus broke bread and shared wine with his followers for the last time, and invited them to remember him to encounter him anew, whenever they did the same. This is the night of love. On this night, followers of Jesus have welcomed those who have returned to the way of Jesus after a time of wandering and a journey of returning. This is the night of love. This is the night of love. And so, on this night, we welcome the penitent -- all here have wandered- - and invite all preparing -- all here are still learning -- to join us in hearing and obeying the commandment of our Master and to feast at his table, that we may love one another as he has loved us. Come, ye sinners. Come, ye thirsty. Come, ye weary. Come to the night of love. LENTEN HYMN, Lamb of God THE WORD: INVITING ALL TO LISTEN AND OBEY THE SPIRIT SCRIPTURE READING: John 13:1-7, 12-16, (The scripture will be read three times with a pause in between each reading for reflection. Please use the materials on the table to journal or draw your response to the scripture.) RESPONDING TO THE SPIRIT: WASHING FEET This is the night of love. Jesus washed his disciples' feet, reversing roles of master and student servant and host, and told them to do the same to show the world God's love and theirs. On this night, we wash each other's feet, obeying Christ's command to love one another as he has loved us. Come. Let Christ love you here, and share that love with another.

3 FOOTWASHING (Members of the congregation are invited to participate in the washing. There are stations near each table. Participants will first wash the feet of another and then sit to have their feet washed. If you need assistance a Confirmand will help you.) HYMNS TO SING DURING FOOTWASHING (words will be on the screens) Come As You Are Father I Adore You I Love You Lord They'll Know We Are Christians by Our Love THANKSGIVING AND COMMUNION Pastor: This is the night of love. And this is the table of love. At this table, Christ, who loves us, is with us. He is with us, and we are his. We belong to God. And so we pray: We are yours, all yours, blessed Triune God, all our lives, all our thanks, all our praise, all our fears, all our grumbling, all our hesitations, all our loves, all our joys, all our passions, we give them all to you, with bodies, and minds and voices. Yours, all yours! Yours the blessing, yours the praise, from the unimaginable silence before the big bang, beyond the farthest reaches of time and space we may ever find, from infinity to infinity, everlasting to everlasting, you are God, boundless in love and power. What are we that you should notice us? What are we that you should love us? What are we what you should call us into covenant with you, a covenant we continually broke and you continuously sustained. Mercy! How full of mercy! How can we but praise you, joining our voices with the song of angels and saints, seraphim and martyrs, strangers and family in every generation: Jesus Christ who comes in our God's name, you are worthy, worthy! Lamb of God for all creation slain, you are worthy, worthy! Hosanna to our King! Hosanna to our King! You are holy, O God! You are worthy, O Christ Worthy in your birth! Worthy in your living! Worthy in your loving! Worthy in your serving! Worthy! Worthy! Worthy! You preached good news that God's kingdom has drawn near and gathered disciples, then and now, to learn and show the world what life in God's reign means: healing for the sick, new life for the dead, cleansing for the lepers, sight for the blinded, food for the hungry, freedom for the possessed, love poured out for all.

4 Worthy the night you took a towel and basin, washed your disciples' feet, and taught them to do likewise. Worthy too, the same night we betrayed you, when you took the bread, blessed it and broke it, and gave it to your disciples. Worthy when you told them, "This is my body broken for you. Remember me." We remember. Worthy when you took the cup, praised God and shared it, and worthy when you said, "This is my blood of the new covenant for you. Remember me." We remember. We remember, and we praise you with our lives and these gifts of bread and wine, proclaiming with one voice the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Come upon us, Holy Spirit. Come upon us, Holy Spirit. Come upon these gifts. Come upon these gifts. Make them be for us Christ's body, Christ's blood. Make us one body in Christ enlivened in love by his blood. One in heart, one in mind, one in you, Holy Spirit, as you move us to pray for the church and the world: That we may proclaim the gospel boldly: That healing may come for people who are sick, and peoples who are torn and weary: That many dead and left for dead may be raised, and death itself vanquished: That all who are unclean may receive your cleansing grace: That all who are possessed, oppressed, distressed, depressed and downcast may be set free at last. That we may love one another, and all your creation, as you have loved us. Even so, come and fill this feast, Holy Spirit, on this night, and every night until we eat it new at the marriage supper of the Lamb! All blessing, honor, glory and power be yours, Holy Triune God, now and forever. Amen! (Each table will share the bread and cup by breaking and giving the bread to one s neighbor by saying the body of Christ broken for you. Then share the cup by saying, the blood of Christ shed for you. ) THANKSGIVING AFTER COMMUNION Thank you, God, for uniting us with Jesus in this holy mystery. We are no longer our own, but yours.

5 So send us, and put us to leading and serving, loving as you have loved us wherever we go. Amen. This is the night of love. Go forth in the strength of this feast, in the care of this community, and with the love and blessing of our Triune God. Amen. (Please exit in silence.) v v v v v v Our Confirmands thank you for joining us for Maundy Thursday. We appreciate the leadership of our confirmation class in this service. We invite you to join us for our Good Friday Service tomorrow evening in the sanctuary at 7:00 PM. Prayer Garden: You are invited to the Prayer Garden in the parlor for a time of prayer apart from the noise of the world. The Prayer Garden will remain open until 9:00 pm tomorrow following the service on Good Friday. Monetary Giving: Though a time of offering isn t incorporated into the worship service this evening, there is opportunity to give for those who would like to respond to God s word with a monetary donation to St. Luke s. The kiosk is available for those who wish to give electronically. An offering plate is also available (next to the kiosk) for the collection of cash or checks. Please join us for Easter services on Sunday, April 16 th : Youth Led Easter Sunrise Service April 16th, 6:15 am - Join our youth for our annual Sunrise service on the front lawn. Communion is served at this service. (Will be moved inside if we have inclement weather.) Easter Breakfast Come join the UMM as they serve breakfast in the Grove Easter morning at 7:00 am. All are invited! Easter Sunday 8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 am and 5:05 pm - Join us as we celebrate Christ s rising from the grave! Communion is served at all services. Join us each Sunday morning for worship at 8:30, 9:45, 11:00 am and 5:05 pm. Sunday school begins at 9:45 A.M. More information about other ministries is out at the table in the lobby and on our website at We invite you to join us for our other Opportunities at St. Luke s Sunday School for all Ages 9:45 am each Sunday Ladies of St. Luke s - Please join us for First Corinthians-Living Love When We Disagree by Melissa Spoelstra, a 6 week bible study DVD starting Wednesday, April 19 at 6:30pm in room 206. Register online. Questions? Contact Paige Holter at paigeholter@cox.net. Community Carnival is coming May 6 th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm!! There is plenty of opportunity to volunteer! Please invite your family, friends and neighbors to come play! Register to volunteer online or the bulletin board at the T intersection in the 300 hallway.

6 Pub Theology is May 8th from 6:30-8:30 pm at County Grill. Nancy Yarborough is our guest speaker as we have conversations about the importance of understanding religion in other parts of the world. The event portion is free, however participants are responsible for their own bills. Please register online. St. Luke s Preschool Silent Auction/Dinner Fundraiser - Fri., May 19 from 5:30 7:30pm hosted by St. Luke s Preschool! Please join us for a night of fun as we raise funds to offset the cost of room remodels that will not only enhance our preschool but our children s Sunday school! Silent Auction runs from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Dinner service runs from 6:00pm to 7:15pm. Presold tickets for adults are $10 and for children 12 and under are $5. Please prayerfully consider helping sell tickets to your family and friends for this event. Donated items for the Silent Auction are welcomed. Please contact Josie Turner to pick up or purchase tickets and to discuss ideas for auction items. SAVE THE DATE! St. Luke s Preschool Garage Sale June 10 th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Details to follow! Cookies for Kairos: We need your help in baking 70 dozen cookies to deliver to inmates of Sussex II State Prison during the Kairos Outreach program April Kairos of Virginia is a non-profit Christian branch of Kairos Prison Ministry. Please place 1 dozen homemade, 2 1/2 inch cookies in a quart bag (non-zipper type bag). Recipes are available online or use your own but please NO nuts, raisins, icing, and sugar on top allowed. Please make and drop off no later than noon Wed., April 19th to room 202. Cookies delivered after the deadline will be used for other church ministries. Spring into Summer fitness class offered for 4 weeks starting Mon., May 1st. Class meets on Mon. and Thurs. from 10:15-11 am and focuses on Strength and Cardio. Exercises will be modified for individual needs. Cost $60. Yoga Classes Thurs. evenings at 6:30 pm. All ability levels are welcome and modifications can be given. $5 per class or purchase a 10-class punch card for $35. Please bring your own yoga mat. Register online. Zumba class at 7pm on Tuesdays. Classes $5 or $3 for students. All are welcome! Camp Overlook- It s time to register again (at campoverlook.org) for summer camp. Pastor Clara is going July 2-7. Children/youth beginning at 2 nd grade (completed) may attend. If you have children as young as kindergarten ask Pastor Clara how they can attend day camp! Scholarships are available. Vacation Bible School Mark your calendars!!! We are going to Rome July 17 July 21! This amazing experience will allow God s word to come to life like never before touching lives, changing hearts, and drawing us all closer to Christ! Please consider volunteering for this wonderful week and get registered online! Also, make sure to mark your calendars for the Opening Celebration/Watermelon Social on Sunday, July 16 th at 6:30pm, as well as the Closing Celebration/Ice Cream Social Friday night July 21 st at 6:30pm! These are events that you won t want to miss! We can t wait for another unforgettable time through our Holy Land Adventure! Register and/or sign up to volunteer online. For more information or to register go to