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
07.23.23
TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S
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. 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
Shop for summer accessories, beach bags and fun and colorful totes, hats, handbags and candles. 100% of proceeds go to local missions and ministries. Our store is closed during services and will also be closed on Sunday, July 30 for inventory and training.
CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION
NORTH INDY • SUNDAYS 9AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
The Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection on Sunday mornings. Spend some time in prayer or meditation in the presence of God. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.
JUSTICE MINISTRIES
NORTH INDY - WEST PASSAGE TABLE • AFTER SERVICES
St. Luke’s Racial Justice Ministry suggests you google “Encyclopedia of Indianapolis” to learn all about our city. Search for “Murals for Racial Justice” to find the murals painted after George Floyd was murdered.
EAST ART GALLERY
JULY FEATURED ARTIST: RACHEL ROGERS
Rachel is inspired by surrealism, impressionism, the Italian Renaissance and her love of nature. Her variety of paintings will be on display through the month of July.
STARTING POINT
JULY 23 - NORTH INDY - C115 AFTER SERVICES
If you’re new or newer to St. Luke’s we invite you to join us at Starting Point on July 23. This 30-minute session will provide you an opportunity to ask questions about who we really are and how you can connect at St. Luke’s. No registration is required, just show up! We can’t wait to meet you!
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
• And more!
CONNECT
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY GROUPS START IN AUGUST
Looking for an opportunity where you can serve and meet new people at the same time? Maybe you want to strengthen faith filled relationships you’ve already established at St. Luke’s. We are partnering with the Disciple 1 Study App and launching 20 groups in August and are looking for leaders and participants for this hybrid style course. For more information go to stlukesumc.com/disciple
MINDFUL WALKING
JULY 29 AT 10AM - HOLLIDAY PARK
Join the Creation Care and New Perspectives class to develop a sense of connectedness to the sights, sounds, feelings, scents, colors, and people around you. Holliday Park nature center parking lot, 6363 Spring Mill Rd. Meet at trail 9 marker across road from parking. No registration necessary. stlukesumc.com/events
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
AUGUST 1 FROM 6-7:30PM - NORTH INDY
This support group serves caregivers of those affected by memory loss. Members of the church and community are welcome to gather to find loving support, share resources, and encouragement along their journey caring
for loved ones in any capacity (whether at home, in care facility, or from a distance). Both facilitators of this support group are church members and have been trained by the Alzheimer’s Association. stlukesumc.com/care
GRIEF SHARE
AUGUST 2 - OCTOBER 25
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 12-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. Register online for one of two times offered this fall: stlukesumc.com/care
PARENTS OF SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT GROUP
AUGUST 13 FROM 12:30-2PM - 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. Please register at stlukesumc.com/specialneeds.
TRUCK TOWN
AUGUST 26 9AM-1PM (RAIN OR SHINE)
Kids of all ages are invited to this community building event at North Indy! We are hoping for trucks, tractors, firetrucks, and all kinds of fun vehicles for kids to explore at this touch a truck style event. Invite your friends and neighbors. stlukesumc.com/events
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READERS
VARYING SUNDAY MORNINGS
We are currently recruiting for Sunday morning scripture readers. This volunteer role would be put into a rotating schedule to read scripture in the worship service that you also attend. If interested please email cheryl.wyatt@ stlukesumc.com.
CHANGE THE WORLD
MEET THE PEACEMAKERS TOUR
AUGUST 10 AT 6PM - NORTH INDY
Learn about the Peacemakers program, which is a key component in Mayor Joe Hogsett’s violence reduction strategy. You’ll hear firsthand the stories of Peacemakers working on the front lines to reduce violence in Indianapolis’ most at-risk neighborhoods. Commit to coming together as a community and working towards a common goal of peace to make a real difference in reducing gun violence and creating a safer, more vibrant city. #IChoosePeace stlukesumc.com/events
I LOVE MY CITY
SEPTEMBER 23 - ALL DAY
Join thousands of others and serve around Indianapolis or a city near you. Whether you call St. Luke’s home or you’re just looking for a way to serve your community, we would love to have you join us for I Love My City! stlukesumc. com/ilovemycity
UPCOMING SERIES
FAITH IN THE REAL WORLD
AUGUST 6TH - AL UNSER JR.
You’re going to want to race in to get a seat for the August 6th kick-off of Faith in the Real World as Pastor Rob sits down with Al Unser Jr., 2 time Indy 500 Champion to talk about his recent book, “A Checkered Past.”
AUGUST 13TH - RICHARD “MAC” MCKINNEY
On August 13th Pastor Rob and Richard “Mac” McKinney sit down to talk about the Oscar nominated short film he’s featured in, “Stranger at the Gate.”
STUMPED
AUGUST 20 - SEPTEMBER 24
Don’t have the words to answer a question about God because it’s one of those really touchy, difficult subjects? This fall series will focus on those hard questions that you might be asking yourself or that maybe your friends or family have asked but you just don’t know how to answer and really just have you stumped.
CONDOLENCES TO:
Jack Morehead and family on the death of his wife Janet (member) on July 7.
Matt, Laura, Martha and Charlotte Hunter on the death of their beloved son and brother, Thomas Baker Hunter on July 16.
Jay Rigsby, St. Luke’s Facilities Director, and family on the death of his sister, Jayne Ann Lester on her death on July 14.
Lisa, Sarah and Josh Smith on the death of husband and father, Steve Smith (member) on July 13.
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude
Welcome | Rev. Mindie Moore
Opening Hymn | Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above (3vs)
Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor
Glory to God
Anthem | Still, My Soul, Be Still - St. Luke’s Women’s Chorus
Prayer | Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor
Dismissal of Children
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Regina Proctor
Offertory | O Love - St. Luke’s Women’s Chorus
Doxology
Scripture Reading | Matthew 11:28-30 (MSG)
Message | Rev. Mindie Moore
Closing Hymn | What a Friend We Have in Jesus #526
Benediction | Rev. Mindie Moore
Postlude
