CONNECT AT ST. LUKE’S

Teen Responders

APRIL 16 FROM 2-4:30PM • NORTH INDY

Teen Responders is hosting the third Teen Mental Health Crisis Response Workshop, designed to help teens have the tools, skills, and resources to care for their own mental health and respond to their peers in crisis. An adult workshop will happen simultaneously to help adults be empowered to care well for the mental health of the teens in their lives. The workshop is interactive and informative, and each teen participant will leave with a Mental Health Response Kit filled with small items to help them care for their own mental health as well. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.

Exploring Membership

SUNDAY, APRIL 23 • 12:15PM • 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 to be an affirming community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ - regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background. 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. Lunch will be served and childcare is available. Please note childcare needs on the registration form. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.

Hunger Symposium

APRIL 30 FROM 1:30-4PM • NORTH INDY

Were you aware that a quarter of Marion County’s population requires food assistance, and that two-thirds of households facing food insecurity have at least one employed member? In an effort to raise awareness and understanding about this issue in our community, St. Luke’s will be hosting our inaugural Hunger Symposium. The symposium will take place at 1:30 PM and will feature three prominent speakers who will share their insights on the topic. For more information and to register to attend visit stlukesumc.com/hunger.

High School Invite Night

APRIL 30 FROM 12-3PM • NORTH INDY - THE LODGE

Calling all high school students in grades 9 through 12! You’re invited to join us for our last invite night of the school year, Senior’s Night! Come dressed as a “senior citizen,” play a few rounds of BINGO for the chance to win some awesome prizes, and bid farewell to our graduating seniors with love and well-wishes. Don’t forget to bring your friends along for the fun!

UWF SPRING TEA

SATURDAY, MAY 14 • 1PM • NORTH INDY - GREAT HALL

Come and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea crafted for all, and completely free of charge. This event has been made possible by the United Women of Faith and will feature keynote presenter, Vena Holden of Selective Seconds and Upstream Prevention and entertainment by The Sweet Adelines. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to bond with other women, gain valuable insights from our esteemed speaker, and enjoy some tea and sandwiches. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/springtea

Starting Point

MAY 21 AT 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. There will be no Midtown Starting Point in April due to the Spring Social. For more at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps.

PRIDE PARADE & PRIDE FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, JUNE 10 • PARADE BEGINS AT 11AM & FESTIVAL RUNS 11AM-6PM • DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS

Join us in showing support for the LGBTQIA+ community by walking with St. Luke’s in the Indy Pride parade. After the parade, we invite you to visit our booth where you can learn more about St. Luke’s and our commitment to being an open, affirming, and inclusive church. Let’s come together and celebrate diversity and inclusion! Learn more at stlukesumc.com/pride.

VBS

JUNE 12-16 • ALL-DAY (9AM-4:30PM) & HALF-DAY (9AM-12PM) OPTIONS AVAILABLE

Ready, Set, Move! This year’s VBS will be an immersive and unforgettable experience for children from 4 years old to rising 4th graders, providing them with opportunities to nurture their faith and learn how to follow Jesus in all aspects of life. Two sessions will be available: the morning session will feature worship, games, small group activities, crafts, and snacks, while the afternoon session will include time for lunch, games, art, music, service projects, and many other exciting activities. Signup at stlukesumc.com/vbs.

Freedom School

JUNE 20-JULY 28 • NORTH INDY

Freedom Schools are summer programs designed to increase literacy, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills, and a love of learning for children in elementary school. We disrupt the summer learning slide by keeping scholars engaged and stimulated. St. Luke’s is hosting its second Freedom School help children of Washington Twp. discover their potential and greatness, utilizing books and curricula that celebrate the cultures and contributions of people of color. We are need of 200 volunteers, for more information and to volunteer, visit: stlukesumc.com/freedomschool

Middle School Mayhem

JUNE 26-JUNE 28 • NORTH INDY

Harken, good folk (middle schoolers grades 5-8) it’s time to sign-up for Mayhem, a Medieval themed, week-long day camp where thou mayest relish in merriment, make new friends, partake in discussions and contests with thy fellow scholars and leaders, perform deeds of service for thy community, take part in worship tailored to thy needs, and indulge in an assortment of exhilarating games. Together, we shall embark on a quest to uncover the grandeur of Jesus as the “king,” boldly challenging any negative assumptions we may harbor about governance, and discovering the virtuous nature of the kingdom that Jesus teaches us. stlukesumc.com/students