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
Hello Fall! Connection books and gifts is starting to look like Autumn!Reminder: The Al Unser books are in! Please pick up pre-ordered books in the store on Sunday. 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
Diane combines photos, manipulates, merges, adds to, and eliminates areas until the final image emerges. Once satisfied, she uses the completed digital image as a visual reference for paintings, most frequently focusing on urban scenes.
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.
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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
STORYTIME AT MIDTOWN
EVERY THURSDAY MORNING AT 10AM
Parents and preschoolers, every Thursday from 10-11 at St. Luke’s midtown, you can join us for a FREE community story hour with themed stories, sensory activities, art activities, and more! Signup online at stlukesumc.com/ kids
STUDENT MINISTRY PUMPKIN SALE
SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 31
It’s that time of year again! PUMPKINS! The annual student ministry pumpkin sale starts tomorrow. All sales of pumpkins help support student ministries, Scout Troop 56 and student scholarship accounts. If you’d like to help sell the pumpkins your time can be awarded in a monetary value
toward scholarships for student activities through the ministry. You can sign-up at stlukesumc.com/pumpkinpatch
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
CARMEL ELECTRIC VEHICLE RIDE AND DRIVE
SEPTEMBER 30 FROM 4-7PM
Join St. Luke’s Creation Care ministry as they co-sponsor the Carmel EV Ride and Drive event on Saturday September 30 from 4-7PM at the Indiana Design Center. Test drive various electric vehicles, e-bikes and e-motorcycles. Ask questions, gather information, and look for our Creation Care booth! More information can be found at stlukesumc.com/electric
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
OCTOBER 3 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
STARTING POINT
OCTOBER 15 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!
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
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:
CONVERSATION WITH MAINSTREAM UMC
OCTOBER 26 AT 7PM - ROBERTSON CHAPEL
A conversation with Mark Holland (Mainstream UMC) accompanied by Pastor Rob about what’s happening within the denomination going into General Conference 2024. No registration is necessary.
CHANGE THE WORLD
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
MIDDLE SCHOOL MENTORS NEEDED
FALL SEMESTER - LUKE’S LEADERS
Luke’s Leaders is looking for mentors for their after school leadership development programs which take place either at Washington Twp middle schools or here at St. Luke’s. No special skills needed! To get connected visit stlukesumc.com/icanhelp
FAST
AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING
The FAST program is looking for tutors through a partnership with BrightLane learning. No experience needed, you will be trained and equipped with everything you need to know! To get connected visit stlukesumc.com/icanhelp
HUB FOR HOPE
VARIOUS DATES AND TIMES
The Housing and Eviction-Prevention Team is looking for Hope Ambassador volunteers to assist in supporting community members who are at risk for eviction. Shadow an experienced Hope Ambassador to learn more about this program. To get connected visit stlukesumc.com/icanhelp
HUB FOR HOPE
FIRST TUESDAY AND THIRD SATURDAY EACH MONTH
Currently seeking volunteers to assist with monthly diaper distributions. Distributions take place at the North Indy campus on the first Tuesday evening and third Saturday morning each month. To get connected visit stlukesumc.com/icanhelp
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude
Introit | My Tribute - Chancel Choir
Call to Worship | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Leader: I will sing of the tender mercies of the Lord forever!
All: Young and old will hear of your faithfulness.
Leader: Your unfailing love will last forever.
All: Your faithfulness is as enduring as the heavens.
Leader: Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship, All: for they will walk in the light of your presence.
Opening Hymn | Great Is They Faithfulness #140 (3vs)
Psalter | Psalm 42 #854 - Rev. Patricia Magyar
Glory to God
Welcome | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Anthem | I Sing Because I’m Happy - New Song
Dismissal of Children
Prayer | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Offertory | His Eye is on the Sparrow - Chancel Choir
Doxology
Scripture Reading | John 9:1-5
Message | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Closing Hymn | It Is Well with My Soul #377 (4vs)
Benediction | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Postlude