THIS WEEKEND
DONUTS & COFFEE
NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL • MIDTOWNGATHERING AREA • BEFORE/AFTER SERVICES
Come meet new people while grabbing a coffee and donut.
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
NORTH INDY - GATHERING AREA (LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY) & CENTRAL PASSAGE • MIDTOWN –COMING SOON
NURSING PERSON’S AREA
NORTH INDY - E126 • MIDTOWN - LEFT OF THE GATHERING AREA
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.
CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE
NORTH INDY • OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON
Our volunteer-run Connections Gift Store is stocked with great gifts for you and your loved ones. 50% of all purchases go to support local missions!
JUSTICE MINISTRIES
NORTH INDY - WEST PASSAGE • AFTER
SERVICES
Faith in Indiana works toward a criminal justice system that promotes healing and redemption and shifts resources away from the mass criminalization of Black people, immigrants, and poor families. Sign up for their newsletter at faithinindiana.org/news/newsletters. More information at the Justice Table.
SILENCE ON SUNDAY
NORTH INDY – PRAYER CHAPEL
Pause for silence and communion in this sacred space.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER & CLASSES
WEDNESDAYS FROM 5:15-6:15PM
Join us Wednesday night for dinner, provided by Chef Joseph, and fellowship. It’s only $6 per person! No registration is needed; just show up!
CREATION CARE VEGAN LUNCH
SUNDAY,
JANUARY 29 • 12:15PM • NORTH INDY – GREAT HALL
All are invited to enjoy a vegan lunch prepared by Chef Joesph and learn about Thrive Indianapolis, an actionable plan that brings together city agencies, community partners (St. Luke’s is one), and residents to chart an equitable and healthy future for our city. The cost is $8, and we ask that you register at stlukesumc.com/events.
CONFIRMATION CLASS
JANUARY
29 - MARCH 12
All students grade 7th and above who are active participants of St. Luke’s are invited to this 6-week Confirmation Class. The goal of Confirmation is to confirm faith in God and desire to follow Jesus Christ with their whole heart and confirm membership at St. Luke’s. We will cover how to use the Bible, the history of the Methodist church, elements of church, and how to discover and share our gifts with the church. Students will be Confirmed on Sunday, March 19. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/students.
LABYRINTH WALK
MONDAY,
NORTH
JANUARY 30 AT 6PM
INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL
You are invited to slow down and contemplate a series of prompts as you walk the St. Luke’s canvas labyrinth. The walk will be accompanied by Roger Frick playing a native flute. A host will be present if you have not walked a labyrinth before.
FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION MEET-UP
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 AT 9AM
NORTH
INDY - COMMUNITY ROOM
This event is designed for foster and adoptive parents, Safe Family parents, kinship providers, grandparents, pastors, psychologists, social workers, licensed counselors, marriage and family counselors, nurses, and all those who care for orphaned and vulnerable children. It is a time for you to be physically, emotionally, spiritually refreshed, and inspired. Discussions have included or may include transracial adoption, attachment issues, navigating relationships with birth parents and families, and the effects of trauma, among others. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 5 AT 12:15PM • NORTH INDY - N101/102
The Exploring Membership Class will help you learn more about the United Methodist Church and the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Here you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission to be an affirming community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ. You’ll also get to hear the story of our church and discuss what it means to be a member of this local congregation through serving, growing in your faith journey, moving toward generosity, and more. We will provide lunch and childcare is available. Please note childcare needs on the registration form. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps.
GET CONNECTED!
HOUSING SYMPOSIUM: EXPLORING ISSUES OF EQUITY & STABILITY
FEBRUARY 8 FROM 6-8PM • NORTH INDY & ONLINE
The Housing Symposium kicks off our observance of Black History Month by addressing your most common questions and more. Against the physical backdrop of the exhibit entitled “Unwelcomed: A Fair Housing History of Sales & Lending Discrimination,” expert local speakers from the Fair Housing Center, Family Promise, and Fairbanks School of Public Health will address the state of housing in Indianapolis and its impact on the overall health of our community. We will bring together people who share a commitment to protect and further the rights of those facing housing instability in our community. And we will share ideas on how to affect change on a local level. You will not only learn more about this crisis, but you will also walk away with actionable steps to become part of the solution. Among other things, this includes a fundraising project designed to support a family from homelessness to housing stability through a one-year relationship with Family Promise. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/antiracist.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PJS & PANCAKES
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 AT 6:30PM • NORTH INDY - LODGE
Calling all 5th-8th grade students! Join us for our February 2023 Invite Night - PJs & Pancakes! Movies, fort contests, fresh popcorn, nail-painting, pillow fights, and a pancake bar. Dress in your favorite PJs and bring some fort-building supplies! Register at stlukesumc.com/students.
“WE. THE CULTURE: WORKS BY THE EIGHTEEN ART COLLECTIVE” TOUR
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 AT 11AM • NEWFIELDS
Join other St. Lukers for this special tour! The Black artists in this exhibit painted the “Black Lives Matter” mural on Indiana Avenue in 2020. Israel Solomon, one of the artists, will be our guide for this tour. Please meet inside the front doors of the museum. A museum membership or entry fee is needed. Please register with St. Luke’s in advance to let us know if you have a membership or if you will need to purchase a ticket so we can let the museum know. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/antiracist.
GRIEFSHARE
WEDNESDAYS, FEBRUARY 15-MAY 10 FROM 6:15-8:15PM • NORTH INDY - COMMUNITY ROOM
It may be difficult for you to feel optimistic about the future after the loss of a loved one. You may have found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt that you feel. It can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before. Our GriefShare group meets weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Join us for the next series of GriefShare classes here at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. Register in advance at griefshare.org.
MEMORIAL FOR 2022 HOMICIDE VICTIMS
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 AT 7PM
NORTH INDY - SANCTUARY
Gun homicide victims are more than just numbers. They are individuals with families and friends who are grieving. Join the Force for Good team to honor their lives and pray for their survivors. Come and experience music, scripture, prayers, and a video tribute to those who have passed. No registration is needed, just show up. You can also join for a $6 dinner at 5:15PM before the program starts.
FREEDOM SCHOOL VOLUNTEER CALL-OUT MEETINGS FEBRUARY 26 AT 12:15PM OR MARCH 1 AT 6:30PM • INDY
NORTH - N101/102
Statistics show a strong correlation between low literacy, school dropout, and incarceration rates, and Freedom Schools around the country are tackling literacy in vulnerable populations in order to reduce this risk factor. This program directly supports St. Luke’s commitment to becoming a justice-seeking, anti-racist church. Attend one of our call-out meetings to learn about important changes to this summer’s program and find the best fit for your gifts and interests. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/freedomschool.
CLASSES, GROUPS, & BOOK STUDIES
See individual descriptions at stlukesumc.com/groups.
Pastor’s Book Study | Wednesdays with Pastor Rob leading a study on “Faith After Doubt” at 10AM | North Indy & Online
Start With Hello-Mindie Moore | Tuesdays, January 24 –February 7 at 6:30PM | Midtown
The Chosen-Diane Banks | Wednesdays, January 25 – March 8 at 6PM | Norh Indy
GriefShare | Wednesdays, February 2 – May 24 from 3:30-6:15PM | North Indy
Lenten Small Groups | Begin February 26 | North Indy, Midtown, Online
TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Welcome & Call to Worship | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Leader: We gather as people on a journey. We believe & we have doubts.
ALL: We are imperfect humans, yet still beloved by God.
Leader: We yearn for a new way, a new perspective, and a clear path.
ALL: Though we are full of trust and full of doubt, we are here.
Leader: Speak to us, God! Continue creating us!
ALL: Inspire our hearts. Enlighten our minds. Guide our actions. Amen.
Offertory | Cry No More | Chancel Choir
Scripture Reading | John 20:24-29 | Doug Tirmenstein
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Song of Reflection | I Believe | Mark A. Miller
Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Leader: Where is Jesus, the one you call Lord and Savior?
ALL: Christ is Risen! Christ is here among us!
Leader: I do not see him. I don’t believe you.
ALL (louder): Christ is Risen! Christ is here among us!
Leader: Let me see his body, his hands and his feet.
ALL: We are Christ’s body; We are His hands and feet.
Leader: You see the suffering in the world? Where is Jesus now?
ALL: We are going into the world to be the body of Christ. Leader: Then let us go and let us see.
ALL: We go now with doubt that keeps us searching and enough faith to keep us serving.
ALL: Amen! Postlude
Prelude
Opening Hymn | #103 Immortal Invisible Affirmation of Faith Glory to God Anthem | How Great Thou Art | New Song Prayer Time & The Lord’s Prayer Announcements Call for Offering
