THIS WEEKEND
DONUTS & COFFEE
NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL • MIDTOWN - GATHERING 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 PARENT 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
Education will be an important subject in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly. Subscribe to Chalkbeat to get daily updates via email at chalkbeat.org/newsletters . Stop by the Justice Table to learn more.
SILENCE ON SUNDAY
NORTH INDY – PRAYER CHAPEL
Pause for silence and communion in this sacred space.
YOUTH STOCK SALES
NORTH INDY, GATHERING AREA & WEST PASSAGE
Invest in Student Ministries by donating directly to those going on mission trips! By supporting these students, you’ll be helping them on their journey to becoming disciples of Jesus. This year’s goal is to raise $18,500 and here’s how you can participate: Tier 1: $10+ - Thank you card from a student; Tier 2: $50+ - Postcard from a student while on the mission trip; Tier 3: $100+ - Youth ministry swag bag; Tier 4: $500+ - Phone call from a student after the mission trip, telling about the trip. Donations can be made at stlukesumc.com/give and selecting YOUTH STOCK SALES from the drop down or by texting STLUKESUMC to 77977.
CONNECT
We are excited to see you during the Lenten season, all culminating with Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Sunday! We do ask that you save your seat for the Easter service you plan to attend so that we do not exceed capacity and can avoid turning anyone away. Please visit stlukesumc.com/easter now to save your seat!
PALM SUNDAY | April 2 at 9:30 & 11AM • North Indy & Online
Midtown at 11AM
MAUNDY THURSDAY | April 6 at 7PM • North Indy, Midtown, and Online
GOOD FRIDAY | April 7 at Noon & 7PM • North Indy and Online
EASTER AT NORTH INDY | April 9 at 7AM, 9:30AM and 11:15AM
Sunrise Service in Robertson Chapel at 7AM
Traditional in the Sanctuary & online at 9:30AM and 11:15AM
Contemporary in Robertson Chapel & online at 9:30AM and 11:15AM\
Breakfast will be available at the North Indy campus in Great Hall after all services.
EASTER at MIDTOWN | April 9 at 9:30AM and 11:15AM
AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING
SUNDAY, MARCH 5 • NORTH INDY - OUTSIDE OF CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE
Meet Sandy Sasso, author of I Am Not Afraid , after each service outside of the bookstore to get your copy of her popular children’s book signed! The book is available for purchase in Connections Bookstore.
MARCH ARTIST RECEPTION
SUNDAY, MARCH 5 AT 10:30AM
NORTH INDY - EAST GALLERY
Sunday, March 5 at 10:30AM • North Indy - East Gallery
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
MARCH 27 – APRIL 7 • NORTH INDY – GATHERING AREA
Christian Pilgrims for centuries have journeyed to the Old City in Jerusalem to walk in the final footsteps of Jesus along the Via Delorosa, the Way of the Cross. This year we are offering a Protestant version of the Stations beginning in the Garden of Gethsemane. Scripture passages and the readings will be accompanied by instructions for an action that will deepen your experience. The journey will be open during regular church house and is appropriate for individuals, families and adult/youth classes, small groups, and we even have experiences for small children. Printed booklets and a QR code for use of your phone will be available.
EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA
SATURDAY, APRIL 1 • 9AM-12PM • NORTH INDY & MIDTOWN
Are you ready for this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza? We are! And we are so excited you and your family will be joining us at either our North Indy or Midtown Campus! So many activities will be offered, and you can expect things like bounce houses, a train to the Easter Bunny photo booth, storytelling, crafts, games, an egg hunt for the little ones (0-4 years), a raffle, and lots of fun, prizes, and treats! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/kids.
STARTING POINT
MARCH 19 AT 10:45AM & 12:15PM • NORTH INDY
12:15PM • MIDTOWN
Starting Point is a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. You’ll meet others who are new and leave with a next step to help you find your place within the church. This is a great way to become familiar with who we are and how we live out our faith. No registration is needed for the North Indy classes. If you’re attending at Midtown, registration will open one month prior to the class. For more info: stlukesumc.com/nextsteps.
MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT - 80S ARCADE
MARCH 24 FROM 6:30-9:30PM • NORTH INDY - LODGE
Calling all 5th-8th Grade Students! Join us for our March 2023 Invite Night - 80s Arcade! Come dressed in your best 80s gear, rock out to some sweet Arcade games, and prepare for Fodgeball (Fog+Dodgeball). Signup at stlukesumc.com/students.
HIGH SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT - 80S ARCADE
MARCH 26 FROM 1-3PM • NORTH INDY - LODGE
Calling all 9th-12th Grade Students! Join us for our March 2023 Invite Night - 80s Arcade! Come dressed in your best 80s gear, rock out to some sweet Arcade games, and prepare for Fodgeball (Fog+Dodgeball). Signup at stlukesumc.com/students.
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
LENTEN GROUPS
BEGIN FEBRUARY 26
We want over 700 of you to say yes to being a part of a Lenten group! We know that being in community allows you to grow as a disciple of Jesus, engage deeper in the life of the church, and grow in relationships in a whole new way! Find a group based on life stage, specific day or time, and more at stlukesumc.com/groups.
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!
LIVING A BETTER LIFE, 6 STEPS TO BEAT DEPRESSION WITHOUT MEDICATION
THURSDAYS MARCH 9 – APRIL 27 FROM 6-7:30PM • MIDTOWN
Living a Better Life is a 7-week class that guides you through the easyto-follow, highly effective, and clinically proven Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC) program and will be taught by Dave Bolander and Rev. Regina Proctor. This program emphasizes natural ways to treat depression without medication. We will rediscover how our bodies were originally made to function and learn strategies to refocus our attention and actions to manage stress. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/events.
PARENTS OF SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS/STUDENTS GROUP
SUNDAY, MARCH 12 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.
DEMENTIA FRIENDS INDIANA
SATURDAY, MARCH 18 AT 10AM • ZOOM
The Dementia Friends Workshop seeks to build awareness of and break down stigmas surrounding various forms of dementia (Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body, Frontotemporal, Pick’s disease, vascular, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, mixed dementia, and more) and implement practical changes that make life easier to navigate for those with dementia and their loved ones. This event is limited to 12 participants. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
SUNDAY, APRIL 23 FROM 12:15 - 2:45PM • NORTH INDY
The Exploring Membership Class will help you learn more about the United Methodist Church and the process for formally joining St. Luke’s and what it means to be a member of this local congregation through connecting, cultivating and continuing your faith journey, moving toward generosity, and more. 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. If you attend in person, we will provide lunch. Please note childcare needs on the registration form. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps.
CHANGE THE WORLD
FAMILY PROMISE | KEY TO FAIR HOUSING
NORTH INDY - GATHERING AREA
Family Promise connects unhoused families with children by securing stable housing in apartment units that serve as temporary shelter. If the guest family wants to stay in the apartment and take over the lease, that’s ideal. If they choose to find a new place, the now vacant apartment and its furnishings become a shelter for the next family that calls. St. Luke’s goal is to raise $22,000, the cost of one year of Apartment Shelter support, provide household items for one complete Apartment Shelter, and provide meals to two families throughout March. Grab a key from the display and purchase the item(s) listed to help fill an apartment or sign-up to help stlukesumc.com/serve-locally.
FREEDOM SCHOOL VOLUNTEER CALL-OUT MEETING
TODAY AT 12:15PM | NORTH INDY - N101/102
Freedom Schools is a national program that disrupts the summer “learning slide” in vulnerable populations by keeping scholars engaged and stimulated. We are planning our 2nd Freedom School this summer and invite you to attend a call-out meeting to learn about this summer’s program and find the best fit for your gifts and interests. Come today!.
CONDOLENCES & FUNERALS
Condolences to Chanda Becker on the death of her father, Ken Biberstein who died on 2/20/2023. His funeral was Saturday, February 25, 2023.
Condolences to Anne Burley on the death of her husband Patrick Burley who died on February 20, 2023. His funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, March 4, 2023, with visitation from 1-3PM in Fellowship Hall and the service at 3PM in the Sanctuary.
The funeral service for Barbara Palmer is scheduled for Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 11AM in Robertson Chapel.
For a complete list of updated funeral services please visit stlukesumc.com/care.
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | Michael Conley, piano
Lenten Meditation
Opening Hymn | Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah #127
Litany of Confession/Assurance | Pastor Patricia Magyar
LEADER: Loving God, for the times where we have ignored the ways you call us to live
ALL: Forgive us and teach us a new way.
LEADER: Gracious Creator, for the ways our lives do not match our words
ALL: Forgive us and teach us a new way.
LEADER: Gracious Author, for the ways we do not love others as you love us.
ALL: Forgive us and teach us a new way.
LEADER: Teach us to put our faith into practice.
ALL: Teach us to love as you love.
LEADER: Let us now continue in a moment of silent confession as we bring our personal prayers of confession before God. (silence)
LEADER: And now, hear the Good news: No matter how far we wander, no matter how lost we feel, we cannot escape the reach of God’s love and forgiveness. IN the name of Jesus, we are forgiven. Amen.
Sung Response | Kyrie Eleison | Chancel Choir; Dr. Jeff Rogers, Director
Welcome and Passing of the Peace | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Anthem | I Want Jesus to Walk with Me, arr. Joel Raney
Chancel Choir; Melody Niquette, flute; Jason Sloan, oboe
Prayer Time & The Lord’s Prayer | Pastor Patricia Magyar
Youth Highlight Video
Call for Offering | Pastor Patricia Magyar
Announcements
Offertory | Bridge Over Troubled Water
New Song; Kathrine Kouns, Director; Art Reiner, drums; Jeff Rogers, bass guitar; Michael Conley, piano
Doxology and Prayer
Scripture Reading | Luke 6:46-49 | Marissa McGarrell
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn | My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less #368
Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Postlude
