11.12.2023 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.
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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 - GREAT HALL (FOR TODAY ONLY) 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. Their dedication to the ministry of this faith community is key to the life of the church. 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 dressed for holidays with additional hours for shopping. The store will be open on Wednesdays 10:30am-1:00pm during November and December. There will be evening hours on November 16th 4PM -8PM and December 14th 4PM-8PM. 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. stlukesumc.com/events
TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION NORTH INDY • 9AM – 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 NOVEMBER: MILITARY MINISTRY During the month of November, we honor the Veterans of St. Luke’s. Throughout the month, the art gallery will be a space where veterans will have a variety of items on display and can meet with others to tell their story.
GRATITUDE BRUNCH NOVEMBER 19 FROM 8:30AM-1:00PM - NORTH INDY We want to thank you for your considerable generosity. Join us for a delicious brunch prepared by Chef Joseph and Chef Jessica and many volunteers in Great Hall. Menu: sausage & egg casserole, veggie & egg casserole, warm fruit compote, hot ham with cherry sauce, cheesy potatoes, coffee cake, and waffle bar (always popular with the kids....especially the sprinkles!).
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CONNECT CHRISTMAS CHOIR CONCERTS DECEMBER 1 @ 7:30PM, DECEMBER 2 @ 4PM, 7:30PM Join us for a magical evening of enchanting holiday music at the annual Christmas Concert, “Sing We Now of Christmas.” Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Crooked Creek Food Pantry. Tickets are $10/each and on sale now at stlukesumc.com/christmas CHARGE CONFERENCE DECEMBER 3 FROM 12:15-2PM - NORTH INDY Chaired by our District Superintendent, Dr. Aleze Fulbright. This all church meeting is where we approve administrative committee members for service beginning in 2024 and have time to celebrate ministries in 2023. This is open to all who would like to attend but we ask that you pre-register for lunch. stlukesumc.com/chargeconference ELDERBERRY LUNCHEON NOVEMBER 30 AT 11:30AM - NORTH INDY If you’re 55 or older join us for the next Elderberries lunch on November 30 at 11:30AM. Lunch will be prepared by Chef Joseph. The cost is $6.00. Register online at stlukesumc.com/events
STORY HOUR AND CRAFTS DECEMBER 7 (MORNING 10AM OR EVENING 6:30PM) - MIDTOWN CAMPUS Join our Kids Ministry for a community story hour with themed stories, sensory activities, art activities, and more! This is a great event to invite your friends and neighbors to! Register online at stlukesumc.com/kids STARTING POINT DECEMBER 10 - FOLLOWING ALL SERVICES 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! We can’t wait to meet you! SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT GROUP DECEMBER 10 AT 12:30 - NORTH INDY
We are never meant to walk life’s journey alone. Joys and challenges often come to us in unanticipated ways and we want to walk alongside you through all of the ups, downs, and in-betweens. This group is for parents and caretakers of kids, youth, and adults with special needs. Register online: stlukesumc.com/specialneeds
YOUNG ADULT CHRISTMAS PARTY DECEMBER 12 FROM 7-9PM Join the YA Ministry at Books & Brews at their 9402 Uptown Dr Suite 1400, Indianapolis location on December 12 for a cookie decorating, gift exchange, game night! All 20’s and 30’s are invited for this connection event. To participate in the gift exchange, please bring a $10 gift. ALL YOUTH OVERNIGHTER DECEMBER 22 AT 7PM - DECEMBER 23 AT 8AM
Our yearly overnighter is back! This is for all students in grades 5-12. The theme of this year’s overnighter is “All of the Days.” So every hour we will be celebrating a different holiday—both big and small! One hour may be Christmas then Thanksgiving, and then maybe National Pancake Day. Some activities combine ages but most of the night High School and Middle School students will be in their own spaces. Students will connect with their peers, while also experiencing “The Whole Youth Ministry” together. Register online: stlukesumc.com/students
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP DECEMBER 5 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
CHANGE THE WORLD THANKSGIVING OUTREACH NOV. 23 (AND THE WEEK PRECEDING) This year we plan to feed 1000 people through our Thanksgiving Outreach, and we need YOU to reach our goal! Volunteers are needed during the week leading up to Thanksgiving to donate food items, help with baking, and carve turkeys. On Thanksgiving Day, we also need volunteers at North Indy to package and to deliver meals, and volunteers to serve in-person meals downtown at Cathedral Kitchen. Sign-up at stlukesumc.com/thanksgiving ANGEL TREE DECEMBER 16 Every year, we come together to be angels for others by sponsoring and supporting hundreds of children and their families with Christmas gifts and household items. Donated gifts are collected by St. Luke’s volunteers. Participating families in need come to St. Luke’s to shop for their family at our special holiday store on December 16. There are three ways you can be an angel: You can sponsor a child by purchasing gifts (Return gifts to the church by 12/10). You can volunteer to help sort and setup gifts (12/10 & 12/15) for the store or shop with families at the Angel Tree store (12/16). You can give a donation to support our Angel Tree mission. For more information and to sign up visit: stlukesumc.com/christmas
ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude | Orchestra Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Call to Worship | Rev. Rob Fuquay Leader: This is a time for worship and giving thanks; a time to be mindful of the good that encircles us. All: Thank you, God, for all you have given us! Leader: For those who love and care for us and a faith community that shows us God’s loving ways. All: Thank you, God, for all you have given us! Leader: For the home we find in God’s creation and the earth that gives us what we need to live. All: Thank you, God, for all you have given us! Leader: Though the seasons change, God’s loving care for us is eternal. All: Thank you, God, for all you have given us! Leader: Let us worship in praise and thanksgiving. Opening Hymn | Come Ye Thankful People Come #694 (4vs) Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Mindie Moore Glory to God Anthem | Gratitude - New Song & Orchestra Dismissal of Children New Members Prayer | Rev. Mindie Moore Announcements Call for Offering | Rev. Mindie Moore Offertory | Thanksgiving Canticle - Chancel Choir & Orchestra Doxology Scripture Reading | Philippians 1:3-8 Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn | Let All Things Now Living TFWS #794 (2vs) Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay Postlude NEW MEMBERS AT ST. LUKE’S TRADITIONAL 9:30 Cathy, Chuck Schaefer Theresa Arness CONTEMPORARY Maryjane Sweet Pete Bring Katherine, David Frix Jack, Kendra Willke Cindy Keller Dave, Jen Pritchard MIDTOWN Olivia Lindley Todd, Kim Waggoner Christie Fuller Bob Murray 11:00 Noel, Jon Jansen Jennie, John Ruggles CONTEMPORARY Lauren Johnson Andrew, Laurie Wood Linda Priso Kara Morrison Carol Wood Candyce Offett