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
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
We are excited to have a new check-out system that will help make your shopping experience even better! Connections needs volunteers to join our fun team for the Fall/Winter! Contact Julie at JulievBlack@gmail.com. Store is closed during services.
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
SEPTEMBER FEATURED ARTIST: DIANE STAVER
Join our featured September artist, Diane Staver on September 10 for a meet and greet in the East Art Gallery.
PARENTS OF SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS/STUDENTS GROUP
SUNDAY, SEPT. 10 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.
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CONNECT
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
WEDNESDAY AT 5:15PM - GREAT HALL
Have a small group or class on Wednesday nights this fall? Looking for an inexpensive date night with your friends? Join us for dinner and community in Great Hall anytime from 5:15-6:15PM on Wednesdays. Delicious meals will be prepared by Chef Joseph at the cost of $6/person. No reservations needed
MIDDLE SCHOOL SEPTEMBER INVITE NIGHT
SEPTEMBER 15 FROM 6:30PM - 9PM - LUKE’S LODGE
Calling all 5th-8th grade students! Join us for MS Invite Night! This month’s theme is Mission Impossible. We’ll get to live out our dreams of being a secret agent, running all around the St. Luke’s Campus completing missions and working to achieve the impossible. If you are interested, come dressed like a secret agent! Register online at stlukesumc.com/students
STARTING POINT
SEPTEMBER 17 AT 10:45 OR 12:15PM - NORTH INDY C115
Starting Point is a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. Come and meet others who are new or newer and leave with a next step to help you connect and 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 and we can’t wait to meet you!
HIGH SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 1-3PM
For this month’s Invite Night we are going off-site to Pinheads! There will be no charge for this event. We will provide transportation for those who need it, or you are welcome to meet us there. Please indicate on your registration whether or not you need a ride. Come and enjoy some bowling and arcade games on us! Register online: stlukesumc.com/students
YOUNG ADULTS 2023 HANGOUT
SEPTEMBER 19 FROM 7-9PM
Join us at Books and Brews to connect with other 20’s and 30’s in Indianapolis! This is a great way to meet new people, play board games and grab some food! Books and Brews: 9402 Uptown Dr. Suite 1400 Indianapolis. No registration
SOWERS GARDEN EDUCATIONAL SERIES
SEPTEMBER 21 AT 6PM - NORTH INDY - N101
You are invited to the Sowers of St. Luke’s final session in our educational series: Preserving Your Bounty: Making the Most of your Garden presented by the Hamilton County Master Gardeners. We will learn about several preservation techniques. Bring your ideas and questions. No registration
WALKING & FELLOWSHIP
SEPTEMBER 24 AT 2PM - RITCHEY WOODS
Creation Care Ministry and New Perspectives Sunday AM Class invite you to spend more time walking in local parks. The focus of this walk is enjoying nature while building relationships through conversation. Ritchey Woods
Nature Preserve parking area, 10410 Hague Rd, Fishers. Meet at trailhead. No registration.
UWF FALL RUMMAGE SALE
SEPTEMBER 27-29 SETUP & SEPT 30 SALE
The United Women in Faith sponsors this annual event to raise money for community partners such as Dove Recovery House, Lucille Raines Residence, Indiana UMC Children’s Home, and Hearts and Hope for Haiti. There are lots of ways you can get involved! We need help sorting and selling! Sorting dates are 9/27, 9/28, 9/29. Selling dates 9/29 at 6PM (St. Luke’s members presale) & 9/30 from 9AM-2PM. For more info and sign up to help visit: stlukesumc.com/ rummagesale
ELDERBERRY LUNCHEON
SEPTEMBER 28 AT NOON - NORTH INDY
Join other St. Lukers 55+ for a casual lunch and fellowship. Entertainment will be provided by Cheryl Wyatt. You can register online at stlukesumc.com/ events
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
KIDS MUSIC - NORTH INDY
SUNDAY MORNINGS STARTING SEPT. 17 - 10:30-11AM
Registration is open for Kids Music for the 2023-2024 school year. KidzSing
(1st-4th grade) and Genesis (kids age 4 (by end of October)-Kindergarten) practices will begin on Sept. 17th from 10:25-11:00 most Sundays. Kids will perform on the 2nd Sunday of each month in one of two services at North Indy. Register online: stlukesumc.com/kids
UWF FALL KICK-OFF
SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 9AM-2PM - NORTH INDY
United Women in Faith invites all women to attend their Fall Kick-Off. Invite your friends to attend with you for a girls day out! You’ll enjoy a continental breakfast, sack lunch ($6), door prizes, and fun activities. The keynote speaker is from the Dove Recovery House. We will collect diapers (sizes 5, 6, and 7) for Hub for Hope, bring a package to donate. Register at stlukesumc.com/ UWFkickoff
BUTLER TARKINGTON - WALK AND TALK
OCTOBER 5 AT 6PM
This walk led by Sampson Levingston tells the story of this prominent, near northside neighborhood, including its history, the formation of the neighborhood association & discussion of some of its well-known residents. The walk covers about 1 1/2 miles and lasts an hour. Register and pay online: stlukesumc.com/events
CHANGE THE WORLD
I LOVE MY CITY
SEPTEMBER 23 - 8:30AM
CELEBRATION SERVICE W/PROJECTS
STARTING AROUND 9AM ACROSS THE CITY!
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! Registration is OPEN! stlukesumc.com/ilovemycity
RACIAL JUSTICE LEARNING TRIP-LOUISVILLE DAY TRIP
OCTOBER 13 FROM 7AM-7PM
Each of us has a role in becoming an antiracist church, which involves learning more about the life experiences of those around us, and educating ourselves about the trials and triumphs of those who have walked a different path. What better way to start (or continue!) your journey than with a visit to two award winning museums in Louisville, KY. For a detailed itinerary and to register visit stlukesumc.com/events
NEW MEMBERS
TRADITIONAL
Johnny and Kelly LeBlanc
Ted Maple
Melinda and Jeremy Sharp
Jeff Weber and Carl
Wodrich
CONTEMPORARY
Cecelia Whitfield
MIDTOWN
Doug and Pam Howell
Libby and *Matt Sylvester
*baptism
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude
Introit | Soon and Very Soon - Chancel Choir
Call to Worship | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Leader: Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations. From everlasting to everlasting, You are God.
All: But in comparison, our days on this earth are but a moment.
Leader: So teach us, Lord, to use our time here wisely, seeking your will
All: Meet us here this morning, remind us of Your steadfast love, that we share it with others
Leader: Lord, fill us with your spirit as we worship you now, amen.
Opening Hymn | How Great Thou Art #77 (3vs)
Psalter | Psalm 30 #762 - Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
Glory to God
Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Anthem | My God is an Awesome God - Chancel Choir, Band
Prayer | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
Dismissal of Children
New Members
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
Offertory | O God Beyond All Praising - Chancel Choir
Doxology
Scripture Reading | Luke 16:19-31
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn
Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Postlude