August 4, 2019_Contemporary Worship Guide

August 4, 2019

welcome!

we’re glad you’re here!

Thank you for signing the attendance pad with at least one piece of contact information when it is passed.

if you’re new...

learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the pew backs. Be sure to join us across from the sanctuary after worship for coffee and donuts and visit the Welcome Center outside the chapel to receive a gift and learn more about us.

St. Luke’s is an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ. We offer multiple worship opportunities designed to meet you where you are in your journey with Christ.

stlukesumc.com Have you checked out our new website? When you visit stlukesumc. com, you’ll find we have created a visually appealing and user-friendly site. We have scheduled two preview sessions if you would like help learning to navigate the site. Monday, August 5, 2 – 3PM in C115 or Tuesday, August 6, 10:30 – 11:30AM in C115. Learn everything from how to register for classes to how to give online. Questions? Contact Deleath at blombergd@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404.

announcements

CONNECT…

FALL MINISTRY CATALOGS As you exit worship today, be sure to pick up a new catalog and discover all the ways you can worship, grow in your faith through classes and groups and go serve in our church and community. Registration is open for all classes on the website today!

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | August 8 & 9 • 9:30AM – 5:30PM Join with others right here at St. Luke’s to learn how to maximize your leadership with world-class, affordable content that you can apply immediately! Register at willowcreek.com/events/leadership for just $119 when you use priority code: GLS19TEAM. Questions? Contact Deleath at blombergd@stlukesumc.com.

STARTING POINT | August 11 • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115 New to St. Luke’s? Learn more about us in 30 minutes, and leave with recommended steps to find your place within our church. Childcare available.

CONFIRMATION PARENT MEETING | August 11 • 10:45AM • Lodge Confirmation is a major milestone for your middle schooler and it’s a privilege to offer this opportunity in 7th grade! Come to our Parent’s Meeting and Open House to hear more about Confirmation and to sign up your student.

MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENT MEETING | August 11 • 10:45AM • Lodge If you have a middle schooler, plan to join this short meeting where you will receive paperwork for the coming year and meet the amazing adults who will invest in your teens over the next year. Email Heather at kenisonh@ stlukesumc.com with questions.

KID’S CHOIRS | Sundays Our children’s choirs are starting up again beginning August 11. Genesis Choir (3 year olds – Kindergarten) meets in C123 from 10:30 – 11:15; KidzSing Choir (1st – 4th graders) meets in the Clubhouse from 10:30 – 11:15AM and our Jubilation Choir (5th – 8th graders) begins August 18 and meets in Luke’s Lodge from 10:45 – 11:30AM. All will perform in worship services. Register at stlukesumc.com.

MESSY GAMES NIGHT | August 16 • 6:30 – 9:30PM • Luke’s Lodge Just for Middle Schoolers, this Invite Night includes snacks, worship, teaching and shenanigans all evening. St. Lukers are $5 but guests are free, so be sure to bring your friends! Contact Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com with questions.

CPR TRAINING | August 17 • 9AM – Noon • N103/104 Learn the new CPR, whether you need a refresher or have never been trained.

To register for $25, contact Mary Connors at stlukeshealthministy@gmail.com COLLEGE CARE PACKAGES We want to care for your students while they are at school so we’re getting ready to send our first round of care packages. Email Tara-Lynne Sinicki (tlsinicki@ yahoo.com) your student’s mailing address and we will get them included!

SMALL GROUPS ARE BACK! | August 18 New Small Groups kick-off with our upcoming sermon series: BINGEWORTHY. For a complete list of open groups, visit stlukesumc.com.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP FAIR | August 18 • 9AM – 12:45PM • Fellowship Hall Trying to figure out where you want to grow this fall? Visit us between services and find and meet leaders, check out groups and classes and find your place at St. Luke’s!

SERVE… SING WITH NEW SONG This women’s choir is made up of 20-30 women of all ages who are experienced singers. Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 7:30 – 9:30PM and they sing in worship once per month. Interested in joining? Contact Katie Kouns at kounsk@stlukesumc. com or 602-625-7552.

CHILDREN’S VOLUNTEERS We are currently seeking small group leaders, nursery caregivers and weekday volunteers for our Children’s Ministry. To learn more, contact Kimberly Boesing at boesingk@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, x342, or stop by the table in the West Passage or Gathering Area this morning for more info.

I LOVE MY CITY SERVICE DAY | September 14 • Indianapolis When you look at Indianapolis what do you see? St. Luke’s sees a city full of God’s people! Help us share the love by joining 1,000 St.Lukers as we Love Our City through service projects across Indy. Contact Pastor Nicole for more information: caldwellgrossn@stlukesumc.com SURPLUS GARDEN PRODUCE? Have more veggies than you know what to do with? Bring your overflow to the West Passage food pantry bins and they will be donated to our own Crooked Creek Food Pantry. Donations will be picked up Sundays after services and Tuesday mornings through 9/15.

JOB OPENINGS We are currently seeking a Director of Youth Worship. Applications at stlukesumc.com.

connect here Stop by the Connect Here booth outside of the Chapel for information on small groups, classes and ways to grow and serve.

RESTLESS CHILD AREA Enjoy our live services at the east end of the Gathering Area or in the Central Passage, if your child needs a break during worship.

PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide nursery and Sunday School for newborns through 4th-graders.

Register in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children in worship. Live-streaming of worship is available for nursing moms in E126.

YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th – 8th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, under the tent. After worship and games, classes break out: 5th & 6th in Modge, 7th/Confirmation in GH, 8th in C124.

9th – 12th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, Luke’s Lodge.

PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the Prayer Request cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Prayer Request” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer after each service.

HOSPITALIZED? HAVE A NEW BABY? Call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@ stlukesumc.com, so we can care for you. If you have a death or tragic event after hours and need a pastor, call the church office and follow instructions.

CONNECTIONS GIFT & BOOKSTORE HOURS Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM; Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1PM LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Fall Ministry Catalog or visit stlukesumc.com.

joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO: Ted and Judy Reasoner on the death of her father, Bob Spurgin Family and friends of Judy Moon CONGRATULATIONS TO: Amanda Waltz and Steven Peek on their marriage on August 3

worship TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM | Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM | Chapel CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | 5PM Third Sunday | Robertson Chapel COMMUNION | The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning.

Please enter through the exterior door west of the main entrance. If someone in a healthcare facility or homebound would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 317-846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.

contact us 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 • info@stlukesumc.com Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger, Executive Pastor Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross, Teaching & Guest Experience Pastor Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, Pastor of Mobilization & Outreach Rev. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care Ministries Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis • Mindie Moore

Lion Catcher eradicates poverty in Washington Township through tutoring, mentoring and leadership development for children and youth, focusing on Fox Hill, Greenbriar, and Willow Lake elementary schools where the needs are greatest.

Parents gain access to jobs, job readiness, health insurance and care, and social services.

St Luke’s has been a major source of volunteers, encouragement and funding for 10 years.

To donate, text STLUKESUMC to 77977