Bulletin 1.28.24

1.28.2024 WHO WE ARE St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background.

No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love or what you look like, we want you to know that God loves you and YOU BELONG HERE.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES NORTH INDY Traditional 9:30, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11AM MIDTOWN Contemporary at 11AM ONLINE, FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE The North Indy Sunday morning services are live-streamed on our website, Facebook & YouTube: Traditional Services: Sundays at 9:30AM & 11AM Contemporary Services: Sundays at 9:30AM & 11AM

PRAYER Submit your anonymous prayer request at stlukesumc.com/prayer or on the online prayer wall at stlukesumc.com/prayerwall.

GIVE

Your gifts are transforming our church, our community, and the world! There are four ways to give today at St. Luke’s.

• Scan the QR code or go to: stlukesumc.com/give • Text: STLUKESUMC to 77977 • Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 • Drop checks/cash in the baskets during service

DONUTS & COFFEE NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL Grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a delicious donut, and take the time to connect with those around you.

CONNECTION CENTERS OUTSIDE THE WORSHIP SPACES Stop by the Connection Centers to get your questions answered, sign up for groups, serving opportunities, and events, and learn about ways to connect here.

RESTLESS CHILD AREAS AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE NURSING PARENT AREA • E126 Enjoy our live services in these spaces if you’d like to nurse in private and/or if your child needs a break during worship.

CAREERS AT ST. LUKE’S St. Luke’s values the committed people who are part of our staff. Open positions and associated job descriptions and applications are available at stlukesumc.com/careers.

CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE NORTH INDY • OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON Connections is OPEN! Come see all of the new items for the new year - plus an amazing 50% off sale of some spectacular holiday items and beautifully scented candles. We are also seeking volunteers to help run the store on Sundays, ask an associate for details.

TAIZE WORSHIP SERVICES NORTH INDY, 3RD MONDAYS OF MONTH AT 5:30PM, N103 A Taize service invites you into a time of contemplation using simple chanting, prayers, scripture, and 10 minutes of silence.

Register online at stlukesumc.com/events

TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION NORTH INDY • 9:30AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL The Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection on Sunday mornings. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.

EAST ART GALLERY JANUARY : SEAN SHEPPARD * SILVER CROW STUDIOS Sean Van Sheppard, an accomplished artist recognized for his decorative, fine art works that are collected by notable celebrities.

Sheppard creates a variety of artwork including vintage-style impressionist paintings, murals, and heavily textured abstracts.

STAY IN TOUCH Sign up to receive weekly emails and/or the St. Luke’s monthly newsletter, subscriptions and preferences at stlukesumc.com/subscribe. Scan this QR Code and let us know you’re here! To make sure we have all of your current contact information, go to stlukesumc.com/myaccount to: • Update communication preferences • View the online church directory • Submit a prayer request • View giving information

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CONNECT ELDERBERRY LUNCH FEBRUARY 8 AT 11:30AM - NORTH INDY Come for lunch and fellowship with other (55+ yrs.) friends! There will be a short program and delicious lunch for $6. You can register online or call the front office. stlukesumc.com/events STARTING POINT FEBRUARY 18 - FOLLOWING SERVICE If you’re new or newer to St. Luke’s join us immediately after service for Starting Point, a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. You’ll meet others who are new and leave with next steps to help you find your place here. This is a great way to become familiar with who we are and how we live out our faith.

No registration is needed!

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION DINNER WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 5PM Come celebrate the richness of Black history with us at our special Black History Month Celebration Dinner on Wednesday, February 21, 2024! Join us for an evening filled with cultural appreciation, delicious food, and engaging conversations. This special menu has been curated by people of color within the St. Luke’s staff and congregation. Reservations requested online at: stlukesumc.com/celebrationdinner JEN HATMAKER & TYLER MERRITT “DREAM AGAIN” FEBRUARY 24 AT 7PM - NORTH INDY Look who is coming to town! We are excited to announce that Jen Hatmaker and Tyler Merritt are coming to St. Luke’s for their Dream Again tour! Come hear Jen and Tyler share with you how when you’re committed to dreaming again — to seeking light in the shards; to finding beauty in the ugliest of days; and to keeping your mind open to the possibilities around the corner, magic can still happen. Tickets are available through the Jen Hatmaker website and for a $10 discount per ticket use the code: Indianapolis

CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE LENTEN SMALL GROUPS SIGN UP TODAY - START WEEK OF FEBRUARY 18 Each year we encourage EVERYONE at St. Luke’s to join a Lenten small group. Not only is this a great way to connect to your community – but each week we will dive deep into the sermon throughout the series. The theme this year for Lent is “The Lord’s Prayer” - we will be challenged to look at the prayer line by line and how it relates to our everyday life. Signup for a group today online at stlukesumc.com/lentgroups EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP FEBRUARY 4, 2024 - 12:15 PM | N101/102 Exploring Membership Class is for adults exploring the idea of church membership. Here you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission. After the class, participants will be offered the option to join the church on a specific given Sunday. Lunch is provided and childcare is available. Register online: stlukesumc.com/nextsteps GRIEFSHARE STARTING FEBRUARY 7 AT 3:15 OR 6:15PM - NORTH INDY Do you dread the lonely days and nights? Wonder what to do with your loved one’s belongings? Feel like your brain is in a fog? Unsure of how you’ll go on? Join us for GriefShare a 13-week study that lets you find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. There is no cost for the class. Workbooks are available at the meetings for a one time cost of $20. Scholarships are available. To sign up visit: stlukesumc.com/ griefshare DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 6PM - NORTH INDY A support group for caregivers of those affected by memory loss. All are welcome to gather to find loving support, share resources, and encouragement along their journey. Individuals attending the Caregivers Support Group may care for loved ones in any capacity (whether at home, in care facility, or from a distance). Register at stlukesumc.com/ events DEMENTIA FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH - 10AM, ZOOM The Dementia Friends Workshop seeks to build awareness of and break down stigmas surrounding various forms of dementia and implement practical changes that make life easier to navigate for those with dementia and their loved ones. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events YOUTH WINTER RETREAT FEBRUARY 2-3 - EPWORTH RETREAT CENTER One of the most important and impactful ways we can grow our faith is through retreat. We are taking students in grades 5-12 off campus

for a one-night winter retreat at Epworth Forest Conference Center. MS & HS students will have their own separate sleeping spaces and many of the activities will be separate, but we’ll do some big celebrations all together! This is a time of rest, renewal, and rejuvenation of our faith. Register at stlukesumc. com/students KIDS MUSIC BEGINS FEBRUARY 4TH If your family is NEW to Kids Music this year, please register your child for the age appropriate choir. We have 2 choirs available for kids attending St. Luke’s UMC North Indy. Genesis Choir is for kids, 4 years old-Kindergarten. KidzSing Choir is for kids in 1st-4th grade or 5th-8th grade. stlukesumc.com/registration/ kidsmusic CHURCH TOUR FEBRUARY 6 AT 6:30PM Join us for a fun church tour that not only shares the general floor plan of the church, but also some interesting, fun facts and secret spaces (did you know we have a “Narnia Closet” - ok, it’s not magical, but its really cool!). Sign up at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps YOUNG ADULTS HANGOUT FEBRUARY 20TH AT BOOKS & BREWS Join us at Books and Brews for boardgames and great food with other 20 and 30 somethings in Indianapolis! We meet every month at the Books & Brews Mothership location. No registration.

CHANGE THE WORLD MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE FEBRUARY 25 AT 6PM - NORTH INDY In 2023, 171 lives were lost to gun homicide in Indianapolis, and scores of other lives were impacted by unintended shootings, non-fatal shootings, and completed suicides. We mourn with those who have experienced this kind of loss. We are dedicating time and space to remember by name those 171 who were lost, and to grieve together with family, friends, and community.

TEEN RESPONDERS MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP MARCH 10 FROM 2-4:30 | THE LODGE Teen Responders is hosting our Teen Mental Health Workshop! This workshop is designed to help teens have the tools, skills, and resources to care well for their own mental health and respond to their peers in need with an adult workshop happening simultaneously to help empower adults to care well for the mental health of the teens in their lives. This event is led by professionals for teens and adults from all backgrounds and is LGBTQ+ friendly. Registration is open at stlukesumc.com/teenresponders

ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude | Michael Conley Bringing in the Light | Orson Crowl Welcome | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Opening Hymn | Come, Thou Almighty King #61 (4vs) Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Jen Gibbs Glory to God Anthem | How Can I Keep From Singing? - NewSong Prayer | Rev. Jen Gibbs Dismissal of Children Announcements Call for Offering | Rev. Jen Gibbs Offertory | We Are Called - Chancel Choir / violin Doxology Scripture Reading | Nehemiah 2:1-5, 11-12, 17-19 Message | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Closing Hymn | And Are We Yet Alive (3vs) Benediction | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Postlude