WHO WE ARE
2.4.2024
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.
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 • Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 • Drop checks/cash in the baskets during service
COMMUNION AT ST. LUKE’S
Today we will celebrate Holy Communion in worship. In the United Methodist Church, we practice an “open table,” where all are welcome. You do not have to be a member of this or any church to participate. All who desire to be forgiven and receive God’s grace are invited. You will be guided to come to the front by an usher where you will receive a piece of bread and cup, and then you can return to your pew by the opposite aisle. (For contemporary: Feel free to kneel for prayer at the edge of the platform before returning to your seat) Once you consume the elements you can leave your cup in the holder in the back of the pew in front of you. All bread is gluten free, and we use grape juice in place of wine. If you need the elements brought to you, please lift a hand and an usher will bring them to you. Parents of 3rd/4th graders: please sit in the back of your worship space. You will meet your child at the back of the Sanctuary/Chapel once your row has been dismissed to receive communion together.
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 Browse with us! We are receiving new merchandise every week in preparation for the Easter season. Please consider volunteering with us in the bookstore.We are seeking volunteers during the week as well as Sundays. - We are a small but mighty, fun group.... If interested, contact Julie Black at julievblack@gmail.com. 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 - FEBRUARY: KENNETH HORDGE An Indianapolis native, FINGERCREATIONS creates unique artwork that captures the essence of his subjects using his fingers as brushes before finishing his canvases with broken glass. Known for his celebrity portraits, Hordge, a self-taught artist, cites his God-given talent as the
impetus of his inspiration. Hordge’s work has been featured in numerous exhibitions around the city and in the local news. As a member of the Eighteen, Hordge helped create the 2020 Black Lives Matter mural on historic Indiana Ave. 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.
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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 SCOUT SUNDAY BREAKFAST SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11, 9AM-12:30PM - NORTH INDY You’re invited to a complimenary breakfast provided by Scout Troop 56 in Great Hall after both service times. The scouts will be collecting a free will offering and all funds will go to support scout activites at St. Luke’s. 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 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 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. Childcare is available through pre-registration at stlukesumc.com/memorial TEEN RESPONDERS MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP MARCH 10 FROM 2-4:30 | THE LODGE Teen Responders is hosting a mental health workshop for teens in grades 7-12 and the adults who care for them. We’ll discuss boundaries, healthy coping strategies, and recognizing/responding to crisis. Each teen will leave with a mental health response kit along with some practical tools for caring for themselves and others as it relates to mental health. Adults will leave with some key tools and resources for caring for teens. This event is open to the public! Register at stlukesumc.com/teenresponders BLACK HISTORY MONTH MOMENT: Proudly rooted in the Civil Rights Movement and the 1964 Mississippi Freedom Summer Project, the Children’s Defense Fund Freedom Schools program supports children and families around five essential components: High-quality academic enrichment, Parent and family involvement, Civic engagement and social action, leadership development, and Nutrition, health, and mental health supports. Investing in today’s children shapes the history of tomorrow. As St. Luke’s enters into a third year in partnership with Freedom Schools, we know that we will be preparing Washington Township scholars in impactful, and life changing ways and we invite you to be a part of that history. Visit stlukesumc. com/freedomschool for more information.
ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude | Wesleyan Ringers Bringing in the Light | Kanata Johnson Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | How Firm a Foundation #529 Affirmation of Faith | Rev. MaryAnn Moman Glory to God Announcements Prayer | Rev. MaryAnn Moman Dismissal of Children Call for Offering | Rev. MaryAnn Moman Offertory | Be Still - Chancel Choir / violin Doxology Scripture Reading | Psalm 139:7-12 Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay Communion Communion Songs | #534 - Be Still My Soul #377 - It is Well with My Soul #526 - What a Friend We Have in Jesus #381 - Savior Like A Shepherd Lead Us Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay Postlude