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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! This month’s theme is 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! This month’s theme is 80ss 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.

KIDS VBS

JUNE 12-16 • NORTH INDY

Whether they’re preschool or elementary aged, kids will move to follow Jesus Here, There, and Everywhere with this engaging, hands-on Vacation Bible School program. Kids will enjoy lessons, games, crafts, snacks, serving opportunities, and more! Scholarships are available. $50 full day/$150 max, $25 for half day/$75 max and scholarships are available. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/kids.

Middle School Mayhem

JUNE 26-JUNE 30 • HALF-DAY ($50): 9AM-NOON

FULL-DAY ($100): 9AM-5PM • NORTH INDY CAMPUS

This week-long day camp gives middle schoolers (5th-8th grade) a chance to form new friendships as they have discussions and competitions with their “crew” of other students and a few leaders, serve alongside their peers, learn more about faith in worship times designed specifically for them, and play all kinds of insane games. This year’s theme is Medieval Mayhem! We will talk about what it means to us that Jesus is “king,” debunking the bad narratives we’ve heard of kings and learning about the selflessness of the kingdom Jesus talks about. Register at stlukesumc.com/students.

CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE

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 CAMPUS

Living a Better Life is a 7-week class that guides you through the easy-to-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. Register today 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. 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. The goal is to help everyone in a community understand dementia, reduce the stigma, and make life easier for those with dementia and their caregivers. People with dementia need to be understood and supported in their communities. You can help by becoming a Dementia Friend. 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. Here you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission. 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.

CONDOLENCES & FUNERALS

Condolences to the friends and family of Donald Nichols who died on February 18, 2023.

Condolences to Arnold Miller on the death of his wife, Alice Miller, who died on February 23, 2023.

Condolences to Ann Bredensteiner whose father, Gerald L. (Jerry) Harris, died on February 20, 2023. His service was Saturday, Feb 25. Jerry was also the uncle to Steve Harris.

For a complete list of updated funeral services please visit stlukesumc.com/care.