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AUGUST 16, 2020
joys & concerns ALTAR FLOWERS Given to celebrate Chef Joseph’s (Huse) 50th Anniversary of Ordination to Christian Ministry. CONDOLENCES TO: Charles & Laura Johnson on the death of his mother, Mary Lou Johnson
announcements GROW in your faith… ANCHORPOINT Our Sunday morning Bible Study is streamed each week at 8:45AM, 12:15, 3:15 and 6:15PM and is led by various members of our clergy team. Join us on the Watch Live page of our website. FALL LAUNCH – ADULT DISCIPLESHIP Fall classes launch August 23, so consider a Disciple Bible Study – a class that digs deep into the Bible, a class that focuses on a specific book, like White Fragility, or connecting with a class that rotates topics throughout the year. Most classes will meet on Zoom to stay safe AND connected. Facebook Live launches are scheduled for classes as well. Now is the perfect time to connect and grow with your St. Luke’s family, so email questions to Kaylee Vida at vidak@ stlukesumc.com for more information or find the right fit for you at stlukesumc.com/connect/adults/groups.
THE NEXT QUESTION DISCUSSION GROUP
2nd and 4th Thursdays, through Nov. 12 • 6:30 – 8PM Engage in conversations on racial justice by joining us for a video web series that engages leaders, activists and thinkers to imagine an expansive racial justice. Hosts Austin Channing Brown, Chi Chi Okwu and Jenny Booth Potter are joined by incredible contributors like Brené Brown, Nikole Hannah-Jones and Andre Henry. Register at stlukesumc.com/lukesonline for the Zoom link and the video to watch before class.
STORYTIME: UNDER THE SAME BIG SKY
August 22 • 10 – 11:15AM • Under the tent near the Modge Bring your children, lawn chair or blanket to a socially distanced storytime with Dr. Portia Jackson, an award winning local storyteller. Along with the storytelling, we will have a prayer pot activity and the playground will be open! Register at stlukesumc.com/event/406. BROADWAY AND THE CHURCH – CONCERT
August 24 • 7 – 7:45PM • Online Tune in for a joy-filled trip down Broadway! This concert features the musical talents of Michael Conley, Matt Bays, Carolyn Scanlan, Brent Wright, Katy McCord, Leigh Ann Stadt, Sheri Dubois and Lauren Walawender with music from Godspell, Phantom of the Opera and so much more! Enjoy all of this from the comfort of your home! Head to the Watch Live page of our website at stlukesumc.com/worship/ watch-live and click on “Special Events” or watch on Facebook Live. GRIEFSHARE | August 26 • 3:30 – 5PM • Zoom A loving support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. This 13-week class includes videos, discussion and a workbook. Cost is $15, with scholarships available by contacting Laura Marine at marinel@stlukesumc.com. Register at griefshare.org/ groups/124600 to receive the Zoom link. STARTING POINT | August 27 • 7:30 – 8PM • Zoom Starting Point is a casual conversation with members of the church and an opportunity to learn more about St. Luke’s; ask questions and discover next steps. Register at stlukesumc.com/event/390. You’ll be sent a link to join our Zoom meeting. MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CARNIVAL
August 28 • 7 – 8:30PM • Parking Lot Calling all 5-8 graders! Join us for unlimited snow cones, fun carnival games, light water activities (bring a towel for water balloons) and a dunk tank. Masks are a must as well as hand washing and sanitizing between games. This event is limited to 50 participants, so sign up now at stlukesumc.com to reserve your spot!
BECOMING AN ANTI-RACIST ONE DAY AT A TIME Transform yourself and the world by taking an anti-racist step every day. Find very doable steps, some take as little as 5 minutes, on the St. Luke’s Facebook page and the St. Luke’s website under Luke’s Online/Adult Discipleship/Becoming an Anti-Racist Resources. PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION Enrollment is open for this fall’s Early childhood Program for children who will be 10 months through age 5 prior to August 1, 2020. Call the ECP office at 317-844-3399 to request a registration packet or find paperwork at stlukesumc.com, at the bottom of our landing page. Email Carol Whitsitt with questions at whitsittc@stlukesecp.com.
GO in service to others… POVERTY SIMULATION | August 19, 6 – 8PM, August 23, 3 –
5PM, or August 26, 6 – 8PM • Great Hall Participate in this learning experience on how to survive in poverty – an excellent way to gain a better understanding of underserved members of our community. If you have experienced a simulation in the past, we invite you to assist as a volunteer. Please contact Andrea Leadford at leadforda@stlukesumc.com for more information. FAMILY FUN NIGHTS | Fridays through August • 5PM Deliver a Chef Joseph-prepared hot meal and family activity to foodinsecure neighbors in Washington Township. Provide an opportunity for family togetherness, hope and the love of Jesus to our neighbors. Join our delivery fleet on our Luke’s Online website page.