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Interfaith Hunger Initiative Progressive Dinner Thursday, June 21, 6-9PM Travel from Beth-El Zedeck (600 W. 70th St., just off Springmill Road) to St. Luke’s and then down to Second Presbyterian (7700 N. Meridian St.) to enjoy an evening of good food and fellowship with IHI congregation members and clergy. Entertainment provided by Sister Stella’s African music ensemble, the one and only Charles Manning, and the Ginny Womack Klezmer Duo. Participate in a Clergy Dessert Cook-Off Contest fund-raiser. Purchase tickets at www.secondchurch.org/ihi by Monday, June 18. $25/person; proceeds benefit the Interfaith Hunger Initiative. Sponsored at St. Luke’s by the United Methodist Women.
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COMMUNION Mission Trip Car Wash Sunday, June 17. Support our teens as they prepare for their summer mission trips. We have over 70 students involved in summer mission trips to New Orleans, Newport Tennessee, and our new local mission trip. Give Dad a break (June 17 is Father’s Day!) and have your car washed for a freewill donation. Your donation will help students reduce their final mission trip payments.
Summer Splash, JULY 23-27 Imagine kids trusting God forever… the sky’s the limit! Each part of SKY Summer Splash is designed to connect our kids in fun, unforgettable ways to God, create change in their hearts, and provide them with actionable ways to share God's love with others. REGISTRATION FEE: $15/child ($45 max/family) for preschool children age 4 by 9/1/2012 through Pre-K and elementary children who are currently in Kindergarten-4th grade. Register by July 1.
Build Rita Parker's Habitat for Humanity home (2402 N. Gale, Indianapolis in the MartindaleBrightwood neighborhood) with the 2 x 4's you donated! We are still waiting to learn our specific volunteer shift dates. The framing starts June 13 and the dedication is scheduled for August 4 with no work scheduled the week of July 4. Shifts are 7:3011:30AM and Noon-4PM. Please e-mail kristinrogers@mac.com to add your name to the volunteers for the build or if you would like to help provide lunch for 24 hungry workers. No experience necessary, but all volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Celebrate 25 years of Habitat for Humanity in Indianapolis as St. Luke's joins with other Central Indiana UMC congregations for our third annual UMC Build!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We need helpful and encouraging adults to spend the week leading a small crew of children. Are you enthusiastic about God and helping children know God better? You qualify! Crew leaders are not responsible for preparing or teaching activities, just building relationships and having FUN! Visit the Summer Programs page on the website by searching “Summer Splash” from the St. Luke’s homepage to see more information, register online, or download registration forms. Questions? Contact the Summer Splash directors at summersplash@stlukesumc.com
PENTECOST SERMON SERIES
Power Aide: Life in the Spirit Sundays, May 27-July 1 Our Pentecost series will focus on aspects of the Holy Spirit and how it works to bring power and energy to our lives. Join us on Sundays at 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 to renewed and refreshed!
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St. Luke’s is an open
community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation. We envision being transformed by God and
transforming the world
into a
compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community. This issue lists upcoming events June through mid-July 2012. The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2012 COMMUNION MONTHLY: June 4 for July issue (publishes 6/24) July 9 for August issue (publishes 7/29)
COMMUNION MONTHLY:
a publication of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com A PDF version of this publication is available online. Send your announcements to Lori Crantford at crantfordl@stlukesumc.com or leave them in her mailbox in the main office. Notices of births, deaths and weddings should be given to Sylvia Forbes (forbess@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x343) and can be left with her weekly to be published in the Worship Guide.
All classes, events and groups are open to all; church membership or affiliation is not required for participation. WELCOME TO ST. LUKE’S!
SPECIAL EVENT
ADULT EDUCATION
Global Leadership Summit
To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 846-3404 x367 or at morand@stlukesumc.com. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s.
You are invited to attend The Global Leadership Summit on Thursday, August 9 and Friday, August 10, 9AM-5PM at Grace Community Church in Noblesville. Several church staff and lay leaders will be attending this two-day conference, which “exists to transform Christian leaders around the world with an injection of vision, skill development, and inspiration for the sake of the local church.” The Summit was founded by Bill Hybels, leader of Willow Creek Community Church, and is simulcast across the world. It features prominent religious, business and political leaders and is intended for both church and Christian leaders in the secular workplace. If you are interested in attending, call 1-800-570-9812 to register. Take advantage of the St. Luke’s WCA member rate of $159 (use St. Luke’s WCA code 1214 to receive the discount). Registration closes at the end of July. Visit www.willowcreek.com for more information. Questions? Contact Lori Crantford at 317-846-3404.
The Hunger Games What Can We Learn about Ourselves and Our World? Sundays, June 3 & 10, 10:45AM-Noon, Luke’s Lodge. Across the nation, people are discussing The Hunger Games—the characters, the plot, the comparisons to historical events and science fiction movies/novels as well as the ethics of it all. What is it about this story that captures the interest of students and adults alike? What themes express the experiences of youth and young adults in today’s society that leaders need to pay attention to? What biblical parallels can be found within The Hunger Game trilogy that may surprise readers? Is our future as bleak as that of those in the book? What does hope look like for a different world we can help shape? Join with others of all generations as we explore the questions of life raised by author Suzanne Collins yet pondered by us all at one time or another. COFACILITATORS: Kevin Davis, Director of Youth Ministries, Stephanie Eft, Associate Director of Youth Ministries, and Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries.
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CARE MINISTRIES Knitters Needed
Be a Stephen Minister
The prayer shawl ministry would love to have some more knitters. You are welcome to join them on Tuesdays at 1PM in the church conference room. Or knit from home. For more information or details about the shawl dimensions, please call Helen Vreisman at 439-6347.
Have you ever thought of becoming a Stephen Minister? Applications are available now in the West Passage and online. Training classes begin on Tuesday, September 4. Stephen Ministry is a wonderful way to grow in your faith by serving your fellow man. Stephen Ministers meet one-on-one with people in many difficult situations. Perhaps a person would just like someone to talk to while they recover from an illness, or parent young children, or make a new life after a divorce. You could be that supportive person. We invite you to pray about it. Maybe God is calling you to this service. If you have questions, contact Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
June at The Track Our virtue for June is TRUST. This month we are going to take a look at what it means to trust God—both for the very first time and each day in the face of new circumstances. When we’re not sure what’s going to happen next, we can look back at all the ways that God has provided for us in the past—that makes it easier for us to respond to God like our monthly memory verse says to: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.” (MATTHEW 22:37-38)
June at the Mini-Track The kids will be learning “God made everything.” Their memory verse is “You made the world and everything in it.” (PSALMS 89:11) If Pre-K kids are able to recite the memory verse to the Small Group Leader, they get a special sticker for their Pit Pass.
Discounted Holiday World Tickets As you plan your summer vacation, remember to schedule a trip to Holiday World in Santa Claus, IN. They are again offering discounted tickets June 30-July 18. They are $32/ticket—a $13 savings. Holiday World donates $5 of every ticket sold to the Santa Claus Campground, which supports summer church camps for kids. This is the best discount offered at Holiday World. If you would like tickets or more information, contact Jennifer Hampton at 317399-6996 or jshampton515@gmail.com.
Sunny Summer Sundays
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES The Track’s vision is to help children discover God’s love, celebrate families, live out the teachings of Jesus every day and share God’s love with others.
The Track’s summer programming begins Sunday, June 3 and continues through Sunday, August 12. Children who have completed Kindergarten through 4th grade will attend the first part of worship with their families at both 9:30 and 11:00. Following the Children’s Moment with Pastor Jamalyn, they will go to a classroom for fun small group activities, where they will be picked up by their parents following the worship service.
Camp Pine Creek
It is time for Camp!! Pastors Jamalyn and Dave are excited for another awesome week of overnight camp at Camp Pine Creek, June 24-29. Camp Pine Creek, one of our United Methodist Conference Outdoor Ministries camps, is located just outside West Lafayette. If you are a rising 3rd grader through rising 6th grader, you can join us for a fun-filled week including climbing walls, horseback riding, archery, gigantic swings and more. Come and grow closer to God while having a good time with friends. Check out the video of some of the campers from 2011 (including some St. Luke's kids) at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/children/ summerprograms. To register, visit www.beacamper.com and choose Camp Pine Creek P3022. PLEASE NOTE: If you are a rising 6th grader, you need to register as a 5th grader. Any questions? Contact Pastor Jamalyn at williamsonj@ stlukesumc.com. See you at camp!
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The Track: Now on Facebook and Twitter You can now "like" The Track on Facebook at St. Luke's UMC —The Track to get up-to-date information about everything happening in Children's Ministries. You can also follow The Track on Twitter@StLukesTrack, or text to 40404 and type “follow @stlukestrack” to receive tweets as text messages.
COMMUNITY MINISTRIES Fox Hill Elementary What a great year it's been serving in our community at Fox Hill Elementary. This mission is so valuable as we serve this school where more than 30% of the students are English as Second Language, and more than 50% of the students receive free or reduced lunch. The extra attention the students get via our tutoring and mentoring provide them with experiences and support that they would never get without this service. We pray that God will continue to work through all of the volunteers and enrich these wonderful students so that the gifts and talents that God blessed each of them with will be maximized. If this mission is aligned with your interests, please contact Tom Lange at tom.c.lange@gmail.com so that we can get you involved.
Outreach, Inc. – Homeless and At-Risk Youth May is a busy month for Outreach, Inc. and we have already begun planning for the annual BBQ Graduation party to recognize the achievements of our 21 high school graduates and GED students. This is an amazing accomplishment for our homeless and at-risk students. For many, it is the only recognition they will receive. We are asking for WalMart gift cards in the amount of $20 each to help make this a celebration our youth will always treasure. You may purchase the gift cards, or write a check payable to St. Luke’s UMC, noting “Outreach, Inc.” on the memo line. The BBQ Graduation Party will be held on Saturday, June 16 at Post Road Christian Church at 1112 N. Post Road, from 11AM– 1PM. Contact Outreach, Inc. at 317.951.8886 or www. outreachindiana.org, or contact Jackie Reed for further info regarding donations for our BBQ Grad Party at 317-3326550 or jsrmolar@sbcglobal.net.
SAWs (Servants at Work) Wheelchair Ramp Building Ministry Great news! We received an anonymous donation of $5,000 plus a second one for $1,000! These are wonderful as these funds will enable us to build many ramps for persons trapped in their houses. Last summer we built a ramp for a woman who had been trapped inside for three years, except when the EMTs arrived to get her to medical appointments. Requests for ramps have been coming in at two per day. We always look forward to new volunteers. Most Saturdays we are constructing ramps around the city. Please contact Paul Snyder, Lay leader Construction Ministry, Psnyder1@indy.rr.com or 317-695-0585.
FAMILY MINISTRIES Take the “Can’t Wait Date” Challenge! Attention couples! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to have more fun more often as a couple. To help you do this, St. Luke’s Couples, Inc. is issuing a challenge for you to go on ONE date each of the next four months. Each month you will be emailed a .pdf file with a “challenge” date. Each suggested date will include off-beat dining ideas, fun “dares” for each other, and great questions to prompt conversations about your relationship. You can also access the dates at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/ family/couples and invite other couples to take the challenge with you!
Our promise to you: These dates will work on any budget. You can even order pizza and a Redbox movie! They will require little preparation; the hardest part about planning the date is marking the time on your calendar. They’re not just about “solving issues” in your relationship. Yes, there are discussion starters, but they’re fun and positive. By filling out the form on the Couples, Inc. page, which will provide us with your email, you are committing with your spouse to prioritize one date night each of the next four months. Then be on the look-out for the date suggestions, and have FUN!
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Now – Get Childcare for Date Nights! St. Luke’s Parents’ Night Out 2012/2013 is registering new families. PNO is a co-op childcare program that runs from August to June on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 5:30–9PM. Parents work (watch children at the church) for two of the months and are free to have date nights during the other months. Children aged 4 months through 3rd grade are eligible to participate. Annual fee is only $25 per family. For more information, please contact Lisa Jankowski, Lisa Sims and Bethany Garrity at stlukespno@gmail.com.
FELLOWSHIP Elderberries The June dinner program will be Thursday, June 7 at 5:30PM in Fellowship Hall. Our entertainment will be The Continettes—a 12-member chorus line dance group of talented grandmothers. A “Singing in the Rain” routine and ballroom dance will be performed. We ask you bring a dish to share. Suggested minimum donation of $3/person. First-time visitors do not need to pay or bring a dish. Please make reservations with Adra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404.
GLOBAL HEALTH COMMISSION Global Health
GREEN MINISTRIES
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The Indiana Conference Mission and Advocacy Team, the West District, and Gobin UMC in Greencastle are sponsoring an Imagine NO Malaria "Change the World" 5K Run/Walk/Stroll on the Downtown Canal in Indianapolis, Thursday, June 7 from 7-11AM. All are welcome to join the event immediately before the Indiana Annual Conference to benefit Imagine NO Malaria, which fights malaria around the world with bed nets, spray, education, testing and treatment. Because of the efforts in the last few years, the rate of children dying from malaria has dropped from 1 every 30 seconds to 1 every 60 seconds. Good, but not good enough. To support Imagine NO Malaria and join the fun, learn more and register at www.inumc.org/pages/detail/1143 then Events Related to Annual Conference. Questions may be directed to Ann Newton at annknewton@cinergymetro.net. More information about the campaign is found at www.imaginenomalaria.org.
Radon Information Opportunity
Keep Paper/Magazines/Catalogs Coming!
For non-smokers, radon is the leading cause of lung cancer. Looking at a US map showing where high levels of radon gas exist on a state-by-state basis, Indiana ranks high. One house can have it; next door might not. Folks who live in houses or condos built on slabs should be radon tested, as well as those with crawl spaces and basements. Testing is free for all homeowners. Donna Kueber, Senior Indoor Air Specialist for Marion County Health Department, will share information at a table in the West Passage and at a presentation in the Parlor, 11AM-Noon, Sunday, June 24.
The green and yellow Abitibi bins at the east driveway accept white and colored paper, junk mail, magazines, newspaper and catalogs. No cardboard or corrugated board. You deposited over four tons in January and St. Luke’s earned $72.60, but since then because we didn’t reach four tons each month, we have only earned about $15 per month. Please help St. Luke’s Green Ministry by bringing your paper from home and office.
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E-Waste Recycling
Energy Audit Project Goal Is 400 Homes
Anything with a plug can be dropped off anytime at the Recycling Center in Central Passage. Our next RecycleForce e-waste event will be on Servant Day, August 4.
Perhaps you received an invitation from your energy company to have an energy audit of your home. As part of a year-long special incentive program, if you register for the audit through St. Luke’s Green Ministry, St. Luke’s will receive $25 to be used in special “green” St. Luke’s projects. You will get an audit and lots of freebies. There is no pressure to buy anything. There are forms in the Main Office. Please place completed forms in Betty Brandt’s mailbox or contact Sharon Chambers at sharon.chambers39 @comcast.net. Help the Green Ministry take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
Green Gratitude The Green Ministry wishes to thank Fletcher Place volunteer Steve King. He cooks and serves meals at Fletcher Place, and in the process washes and recycles the huge cans from the green beans here at church and then sets up a recycle bag down at Fletcher Place for the juice jugs and applesauce containers.
HEALTH MINISTRY What Did You Say? If you find yourself saying that more frequently than you used to, then stop by the Free Hearing Screening on Sunday, June 3 from 9-11AM in C110. Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic health care problems facing older adults. More than 55 million Americans are estimated to suffer from hearing loss, and 80% of that group is undiagnosed or untreated. As our population continues to age, the problem of hearing loss continues to grow. Recent studies show that up to 50% of Baby Boomers are experiencing significant hearing loss as much as 20 years earlier in life than prior generations. What about you? Have your hearing checked for free, courtesy of St. Luke’s Health Ministry.
LATER@ST. LUKE’S Later@St. Luke’s is a dynamic and innovative multicultural worship service that is open to everyone. Imagine a place where God is seen and heard through expressions of movement, media and music—come worship at Later@St. Luke’s on Sunday evenings at 6PM in Robertson Chapel. Hear contemporary Christian, gospel and jazz music featuring the Later Band and Vocals, along with a challenging and thoughtprovoking message. Holy Communion is served every Sunday, along with light refreshments before and after the worship service.
JUNE SERMON SERIES: “A Church on Fire” Join us as we celebrate Pentecost. It is the great festival that marks the birth of the Christian church by the power of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost means "fiftieth day" and is celebrated 50 days after Easter. After Jesus ascended into heaven following his resurrection, there was a gathering in Jerusalem for the Jewish harvest festival that was celebrated on the fiftieth day after Passover. While they were there praying, a sound like that of a rushing wind filled the house and tongues of fire descended and rested over each of their heads. This was the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Come and enjoy our June Sermon Series entitled “A Church On Fire!”
JUNE 3: Too Hot to Handle JUNE 10: A Church... Hot and Holy JUNE 17: Fire Inside JUNE 24: God Is Now Here
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MEMBERSHIP St. Luke’s 101
St. Luke's encourages you to make a commitment to become part of our church family. Whether you've only started attending recently, or if you've been coming for years but never made your relationship with St. Luke's "official," we invite you to attend one of our Membership Coffees (tea, water and juice fans also welcome!). They are held the second Sunday of each month at 11AM in N101. Register online or by contacting Sylvia Forbes. Next date is June 3.
The St. Luke’s 101 class is back. We are now offering it as a four-week series on Wednesdays, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6:30-8:30PM in N101. We begin the series with a "Progressive Dinner Tour.” Salads are served in Luke's Lodge, main course in Fellowship Hall and dessert in the Missions’ building. We will visit places around the church between each course. Learn about the programs of the church and meet clergy, staff and volunteers. Cost: $15—scholarships are available. Register at www.stlukesumc.com (search St. Luke's 101) or contact Deanna at 846-3404 x367 or morand@stlukesumc.com. If you have questions about the 101 class, call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365.
MUSIC MINISTRIES
envision
Become a Member
Choral Concert
Travel to Italy with the St. Luke’s Chancel Choir
All are invited to a special performance by the Indianapolis Youth Chorale, Saturday, June 2 at 7PM in the Sanctuary. The free concert is the concluding event for the 2011-2012 season of this talented and dynamic choir of high schoolaged singers. Under the direction of Cheryl West (director of St. Luke’s New Song), the program will appeal to listeners of all ages and is being presented in appreciation for the support extended to Cheryl and these singers by St. Luke’s UMC and the St. Luke’s Music Ministries.
Join our talented St. Luke’s Chancel Choir on their 2013 Concert Tour of Italy, April 27–May 6, 2013. As the choir concertizes in basilicas, cathedrals and theaters, a group of non-singing travelers will trace the same itinerary with additional opportunities for exploration and discovery. Explore the cultural riches of Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan; experience the spiritual inspiration of Assisi and the Vatican; and taste the culinary splendor of Cortona and the Tuscan region. Cost is anticipated to be approx. $3000/person, double occupancy. For more information, contact Bob Zehr at zehrb@ stlukesumc.com.
JUBILANT: Mary Lucht & Friends in Music, Song & Dance Sunday, June 3, 3 pm, Robertson Chapel. Soprano Mary Lucht has assembled an eclectic program of instrumental, vocal and choreographed pieces celebrating the joy of music-making among collaborative friends. Highlights include flamenco dancer Fatin Munger and guitarist Guido Sanchez; David Murray, string bass; Jim Butz, trumpet; and Shaun Cooper & Jim Wells, horns. Mary is joined by an additional 12 instrumentalists and vocalist. The community is invited to this free performance; a free-will offering will be received.
SINGLES MINISTRIES
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Fork, Knife, & Glass Fork, Knife, & Glass is a community group here at St. Luke’s for anyone who is single who would like to have dinner the third Tuesday of each month (except holidays) at 7:30PM at a local restaurant and enjoy conversations and laughs with other singles. Hosted by Armen Avakian. Our next event will be Wednesday, June 19 at the Olive Garden in Castleton. To RSVP, email Armen at aa737us@yahoo.com or RSVP on Meetup.com.
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Small Group Opportunities
Summer under the Sun Concert Series
We currently have two small group opportunities for singles during the week. Each group gathers for fellowship, discussion and spiritual growth/faith formation. If you’re interested in joining one of our small groups or would like more information, feel free to contact the group leader.
Join us every Wednesday night this summer for fellowship and outdoor concerts at the Carmel Gazebo or Eagle Creek. Each night is hosted by Greg Hazel, Singles Co-Lay Leader. You can find Greg camped out on stage right of the gazebo, or you can email him at indygroovyclub@gmail.com to get more information.
The Gathering—Sundays, 11am in E107/109. GROUP LEADER: Rev. Sandy Harlan (sandy.harlan@inumc.org) Life Together—Wednesdays, 6PM in E107/109 or E108. GROUP LEADER: Chris Thornsberry, Associate Director of Adult Ministries (thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com)
June Fellowship Night Our next monthly fellowship night will be Saturday, June 23 at 6:30PM. We’ll meet up at Castleton Square AMC for a movie and then have dinner afterwards. Hosted by Krystyna Karr, Monthly Fellowship Coordinator. RSVP to Krystyna at punkinkarr@yahoo.com by 6/22 or on Meetup.com.
JUNE CONCERT SCHEDULE: All concerts in June are at the
Carmel Gazebo at 7:30PM. Get there early to get a good seat! JUNE 6: Circle City Sound JUNE 13: Rick K. and the All-Nighters JUNE 20: The Flying Toasters JUNE 27: The Air National Guard Band JULY 4: No concert
Town Hall Gatherings As our Singles Ministry begins the summer, we’ll be hosting a couple of town hall gatherings for you to hear from our Lead Team about new things that are coming your way from St. Luke’s and for Singles Ministry. We’ll host two St. Luke’s on-site meetings and two online meetings for those of you who might want to connect from the comforts of your home. Dates, times, locations and web locations will be posted on our webpage at www.stlukesumc.com and in our weekly emails. Stay tuned for more details.
SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404 x367 or morand@stlukesumc.com. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s. Ongoing classes listed in the Extra Section. The Spiritual Life Center programs are open to all interested people without regard to their faith or religion.
PRAYER AND MEDITATION
Daylily Labyrinth Our Indoor Open Labyrinth Walks on Fridays from 5-7PM are on summer vacation. Please continue your labyrinth discipline by walking our permanent indoor labyrinth which is painted on the floor of N103/104 (check schedule by door for availability) or take advantage of our beautiful outdoor labyrinth which will bloom in June. Our daylily and mulch labyrinth is available during daylight hours and can be reached by walking around Luke’s Lodge, going down the stairs, across the bridge and into the neighborhood to the north of the church property. There is a journal for you to record your experiences, a picnic table and chairs.
Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk Bring your drum, flute or other music maker and celebrate the beginning of summer at our Annual Solstice Labyrinth Walk. Or just bring your lawn chair (and bug spray) and enjoy the beauty of the daylilies on a summer evening! Wednesday, June 20, 7-8:30PM, Daylily Labyrinth.
HEALING MINISTRY
Reflexology Workshop Reflexology is the ancient practice of stimulating the natural healing process in the body by using massage and pressure point therapy on the feet and hands. Certified Reflexologist Amy Barr will teach you the basics of giving and receiving a Reflexology treatment. This class is great for couples, friends, mothers and daughters, and all caregivers. Reflexology can be used on anyone, including infants and children! Learn helpful tips for easing allergies, headaches, anxiety, digestive upsets, and much more. Monday, June 4, 6:30-8PM in N101/102. Registration required; fee $30 or $50 for two.
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Seta or Sun Painting on Fabric Karen Campbell will demonstrate how to use the sun and natural elements to create art. Karen will provide cotton fabric and paints for registered participants. Please bring a large (10x16 or larger). Styrofoam or wooden board upon which to dry your fabric art. If the sun doesn't cooperate, Karen will demonstrate techniques for creating flowers from cloth. Please bring needle and thread and a hot glue gun if possible. You do not need to know how to sew to use this novel technique. Thursday, May 31, 10AM-3PM in C122. Bring a friend and enjoy learning and lunch (pizza and salad will be provided). To register, contact Linda Etherton at j.etherton1@juno.com.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Calling All Artists Lorie Lee Andrews and her wonderful committee bring the congregation a new art exhibit every month. Now we have two galleries, the Identity Gallery above the east end of the Narthex, and the Vision Gallery above the west end. Lorie Lee (a.lorielle@yahoo.com) is booking exhibits for 2013 in both galleries. If you are interested, please send her a brief description of your work and the month you would prefer.
WORKSHOPS, CLASSES & RETREATS
Spiritual Living Practice:
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SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS
A Practical Approach to Living a Spiritual Life
Life Coach and Ordained Minister Lisa “Dane” McCullough will facilitate this ongoing series using exercises such as journaling, meditation, prayer, music, conscious movement and mindfulness to integrate mind, body and spirit into daily thoughts, words and actions. 4th Wednesday monthly (June 27 and July 25), 6:30-7:30PM in Luke’s Lodge Prayer Chapel. No registration; $5/session.
St. Luke’s United Methodist Women have planned many outstanding events to provide opportunities for more women to become involved in various meaningful mission and ministry activities. Please know that there are a variety of ways that you can be a part of helping women and children locally and globally. If you do not receive the UMW Newsletter via e-mail to receive updates on what is happening and what is being planned, please e-mail skpirkle@indy.rr.com or call Sandra Pirkle 317-733-4183 and you will be added to this monthly communication. Many of the circles will not be meeting in June, July and August, but opportunities do come up during these months for women to become involved. St. Luke’s is fortunate to have many women who are dedicated to helping others, and UMW welcomes you to become part of a diverse and fun group of ladies.
UMW Reading Group
Our next meeting will be Monday, June 24 from 7-8:30PM in the Parlor. We will be discussing Hope in the Unseen, An American Odyssey from the Inner City to the Ivy League by Ron Suskind. Suskind provides a compelling story on the struggles of inner-city life in modern America as he follows the life of a talented African American teenager struggling to succeed in one of the worst public schools in Washington, D.C and his hopes of attending college. Newcomers are always welcome and childcare is available upon request at least one week in advance. For information, contact Jennifer Todd at jtoddosu@aol.com. UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS
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Eve Circle will have no official meetings during the summer. We will reconvene in September. If you would like to be added to our email list to receive info about summer social events (play dates, mom's night out) please email evecircle@yahoo.com. ••• Eve Circle is a UMW group of mothers with young children that meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month (with a few exceptions) from 9:30-11:30AM in the Parlor throughout the school year. Free childcare is available by contacting evecirclechildcare@yahoo.com. For more information regarding Eve Circle, contact co-chairs Beth Edwards-Goff and Allison Flickinger at evecircle@yahoo.com.
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Mary Magdalene Circle
New Life Circle
Mary Magdalene Circle does not meet in June, July or August. Our program will be on Hummingbirds at our September 12 meeting. Have a great summer see you in September! Mary Magdalene Circle membership is open to all women of St. Luke’s. If you have any questions, please contact co-chairs Jolynne Wilhoit at 403-2462, wilhoitj@businessfurnitureindy.com or Lori Chambers 696-5965 or lochambers@sbcglobal.net.
It’s summer… time to get out and relax! Are you “game” for an evening of fun and fellowship? Join us on Saturday, June 23 at 6PM in the Parlor for a night of fun, games and… pizza! (Please note this special date and time change— from our usual Tuesday evening to Saturday.) Bring your favorite snack to share. Feel free to bring your favorite board game, card game, challenging trivia, charade topics, etc. Invite a friend and come prepared to laugh with other single ladies. For additional information, call Nancy at 341-5032 or Cathy at 334-7821. New Life Circle is a gathering of single, divorced, and widowed women of all ages.
Sarah Circle Sarah Circle also does not meet in June, July or August. Contact Pat Amrhien at 841-3873 with questions or for more information.
White Cross Guild White Cross Guild provides volunteers to participate in activities supporting Methodist Hospital. Meets at Methodist Medical Plaza, 151 Pennsylvania Parkway (103rd/Meridian) in the first floor community room. They meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 9AM-2PM (next meeting: June 11) to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch). Contact Marguerite Moehn (873-1956) or Barb Querry (879-0543).
WORLD MISSIONS "Tree of Life" - Rosebud, SD Native American Family Work Project
March2Recovery
Kids Club and Construction June 24 - 30 LEADER: Kathie Clemenz, 317-845-5655, kkclemenz@sbcglobal.net COST: $300 (+transportation)
August 2012 LEADER: Pete Burks, moburks@aol.com
Work with the Lakota Tribe and live on the reservation where the Lakota Indians will teach us about their native cooking, traditional regalia (clothing) for pow-wows and Lakota ceremonial events, games, spirituality, including a sweat lodge education and experience. Kids Club includes fun educational activities which teach life skills and team building. There will be a construction project that might be to improve a community building, or help a family in need. Recommended age of children is seven years old and up. Limited to 30 team members.
Midwest Mission Distribution Center, Chatham, IL Packing/sewing/organizing for disasters & 3rd-world countries September 9-12 LEADER: Marge Butler, 257-6130, Bobbutler2@comcast.net COST: $145 (+ transportation) MMDC is a distribution center for all of the U.S. and closely associated with Indiana, Illinois and Ohio with disaster relief. We invite you to join a team that will organize and pack disaster relief items for continued support of this disaster and future disaster needs.
Rebuilding Efforts for Southern Indiana
St. Luke's World Missions Commission seeks to support the ongoing efforts of the Indiana Conference by recruiting volunteers to help reconstruct homes destroyed or damaged by the tornados of March 2. Coordinated recovery and reconstruction activity will begin following a completed comprehensive needs-evaluation assessment. If you wish to be notified when specific reconstruction projects are identified and work teams are forming, please contact Pete.
Jeremie, Haiti Gebeau Vocational School Compound November 16 - 24 Well drilling, water purification, agriculture, Heifer modeled project LEADER: David Duba, 339-2481, energized1@aol.com COST: Approximately $1,200 Join this team for truly inspirational Thanks"GIVING" projects in western Haiti on the Caribbean Sea.
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YOUNG ADULT COMMUNITY Missio Dei Outreach Projects
Who doesn’t like sitting on the back porch, chatting it up with friends, and relaxing in the sun with good food? Every month from May till August we’ll be gathering together for some backyard cookouts at various locations and dates. They’ll be a different Sunday each month at 1PM and will be listed on our Facebook page as well as on the YAC web page. Make sure to take some time and check out when the next one we’ll be and we’ll see you there! If you have any questions, email Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
Missio Dei is Latin for “The Mission of God,” and that’s what our missions outreach group of our Young Adult Community is all about. Jesus knew that in order to connect with people and share the message of God’s love that he had to be willing to serve them. Missio Dei projects give you the opportunity to share that same message by serving others in the greater Indianapolis community. We have three ongoing projects that we could use help with: 1. Refugee Assistance in the Nora community; 2. Delivering food for Second Helpings; 3. Habitat for Humanity assistance. If you’re interested in any of these projects, contact Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
Summer List of Fun This summer we’ll be heading to local and regional events for lots of fun, food and fellowship. We’ll be posting the different events on Facebook and the YAC web page for you to take a look at and sign up to participate in starting in June. There will also be a place for you to share some of the events you’d like to be a part of by filling out a survey on our webpage. For more information, email Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
Stay Connected We send out our email the first week of each month that includes information about everything we’re doing for that particular month. From small groups to fellowships to mission projects, it’s all in one place. If you’d like to receive our monthly email, contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc. com. Also, find us on Facebook at St. Luke’s UMC-Young Adult Community.
Small Group Opportunity
inclusive
Backyard Cookouts
If you’re interested in going deeper into your faith, growing in your walk with Christ, meeting other young adults, and having good fellowship, then we’d encourage you to join one or both of our small group opportunities. If you’d like more information or directions to one of our groups, contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com. Walkup Small Group. 2nd and 4th Mondays, 7PM at Michael and Lauren Walkup’s. Food, fellowship, and great discussion about the sermon from Sunday (not always in that order). reFresh Small Group. Every Sunday, 9:30AM, Conference Room in the main office. Grab a coffee, doughnut, or a bagel and join us for a time of walking through the scripture together.
YOUTH MINISTRIES Register for any event at www.stlukesumc.com/youth.
OUR MISSION: To welcome all youth and families into loving, Christ-centered
relationships where they can get in tune with God's amazing love and be empowered to transform the world!
Appalachian Trail Hiking
King’s Island Trip for Jr & Sr High Students!
College Ministries Summer Event
June 5. The cost for this trip is only $40 and includes admission into the park and transportation. Meet at the church at 7:30AM to check in, we plan to leave by 8AM and return by midnight. Sign up online.
ATTENTION COLLEGE STUDENTS! We will be hiking June 10-13. This involves backpacking for three days and two nights from Wallace Gap to Deep Gap, crossing over Standing Indian Mountain (approximately 23 miles). Nature will be the inspiration for lessons along the way. Contact Kevin if you have questions or to express interest in this trip; you can also register online.
The Hunger Games
What Can We Learn about Ourselves and Our World?
A discussion group for teens and adults of all ages. See page 2 for details.
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Youth Ministry Summer Overview During the summer months when many of our students are out of school, students are at camps, families are on vacations, and we are on mission trips, our youth ministry relaxes a little from our normal schedule. Even though our ministry schedule changes, we find that it’s a great time for students to have the option of connecting to youth ministry in a more personal, intentional way and can check out our groups. Incoming sixth grade students are welcome in our Jr. High ministry. Incoming freshmen have the option of continuing throughout the summer in Jr. High or checking out the high school options. August 12 is the first Sunday where Freshmen will need to transition fully to Sr. High. To keep up to date with further hangout opportunities and fun activities, check the website at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/ youth/srhigh or check our facebook groups: St. Luke’s UMC—Sr. High Youth and St. Luke’s UMC—Jr. High Youth. Youth group returns: AUGUST 12 - Fun activity AUGUST 19 - Fun activity AUGUST 26 - Service project SEPTEMBER 9 - Fall Kickoff Party!
Confirmation Ministry This summer is a good time to sign your teen up for Confirmation! Our Confirmation ministry is one-year long starting September 2012 and ending May of 2013. August 19 we have a parent meeting for Confirmation from 10:4511:45AM at the Lodge. This will be the final parent meeting before Confirmation starts on September 9. Find out more about Confirmation at www.stlukesumc.com/youth.
NOTES:
YOUTH MISSION TRIPS June 23-29, 2012: SENIOR HIGH Mission Trip to New Orleans Cost is $550. We will be stopping at the National Civil Rights Museum and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Students will learn about the American Civil Rights movement. This trip is currently full; however, if you would like to be placed on a waiting list, register online or email efts@stlukesumc.com. Also, consider attending our local mission trip option from July 30-August 1. July 15-21, 2012: JR. HIGH Mission Trip to Eastern Tennessee Cost is $500/student. We will travel to the YouthWorks site in Newport, TN. Our students will be serving alongside local residents as we minister through Kids Club and home projects. This trip is currently full; however if you would like to be placed on a waiting list, register online or email davisk@ stlukesumc.com. Also, consider attending our local mission trip option from July 30-August 1. JULY 30-AUGUST 1: Local Mission Trip Open to both Jr. High and Sr. High students. Cost per student will be approximately $100. Students will stay overnight at the Lodge and serve locally. Email Kevin or Stephanie with interest, or you can sign up online.
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The following is a listing of essential info and on-going classes/events.
WORSHIP
HOURS: St. Luke’s office is open 8:30AM-5PM Monday-Friday. Our Prayer Chapel (located inside Robertson Chapel next to the Spiritual Life Center) is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open. A pastor is always on call in case of emergencies; call 846-3404 to leave a message after hours.
E-MAIL: Need to email someone on our staff? Easy. Our email is our last name followed immediately by first initial, followed by @stlukesumc.com.
Sunday Worship Services with Rev. Rob Fuquay 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM, Sanctuary • Communion is served the first Sunday of the month at all three services and is available to all persons. • St. Luke’s Orchestra plays the third Sunday of the month. • Baptisms take place the third, fourth and fifth Sundays of every month. Parents must attend an orientation class in order to sign their child up for baptism. See www.stlukesumc.com/resoucecenter for details.
IN GENERAL:
Family Fuel, First Sunday of every month at 10:45AM in
When you need something, our outstanding front desk staff can direct your call to the appropriate person. But here are some tips for some of the most frequently requested information:
Robertson Chapel A fun, interactive worship service for elementary-aged children and their families to experience together. Led by Revs. David & Jamalyn Peigh Williamson.
I NEED
CONTACT
Adult Class Registration
DeAnna Moran
Childcare Needs for Meetings/Events (charges may apply)
Kristi Chamberlain
Member Care/Death/ Mary Katherine Schnitz Stephen Ministry Request/Hospitalization Membership/Births/Address/ Phone Change
Sylvia Forbes
Reserve a Room/Request A/V
Beth Lammers or Carol Helmus
Weddings/Special Event Coordination
Carol Helmus
Baptisms
Kristi Chamberlain
Pledge Balance/Information
Finance Office
Oasis Bookstore
Sharon Holyoak
Taizé, Third Sundays of the month, 5-5:45PM by the baptismal font in the Sanctuary with musical community and Rev. Marsha Hutchinson. A service of peace and candlelight with silence, scriptures, prayer, and beautiful music. Later@St. Luke’s, Sundays, 6PM in Robertson Chapel with Dr. Marion Miller. Come hear contemporary Christian, gospel and jazz music featuring the Later Band and Vocals, along with a challenging, thought-provoking message. Holy Communion served every Sunday. The Garden is an off-site satellite ministry of St. Luke’s providing non-traditional worship in a comfortable, casual setting. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor. The Garden at Beef & Boards: 8:15, 9:15 & 10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by The Good Earth Band. The Garden at Oak Hill: 9:30 & 10:30AM every Sunday; music provided by The Oak Hill Band. Rev. Stan Abell, Campus Pastor.
S U P P O R T I N G T H E M I N I S T R I E S O F S T. L U K E ’ S U M C
Inspirational Gifts, Jewelry & Books Conveniently located inside St. Luke’s UMC Sharon Holyoak, Manager Gift Registry Available
OASIS HOURS: TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
10AM - 2PM 9AM - 1PM
SUNDAYS
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ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER New participants welcome!
A Listening Heart: Bible Study for Women with Young Children
New Earth Community
ON SUMMER BREAK—2nd and 4th Mondays, 7-9PM in, E212.
Thursdays, 7-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. This study discusses innovative and challenging spiritual books. Contact JoAnne Waeltz, 872-0895, jwaeltz@comcast.net, for current title.
Childcare is available upon request. New members always welcome. For information, contact Alison Staley at staleya@comcast.net.
Flo Hardy Bible Study
Ongoing Meditation Group
Center. Join others in coffee, prayer, reading and discussion of selected Biblical texts...just like we did in the "good ole days!" (with occasional “non good ole days” videos). Led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson.
Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to join in 1/2 hour discussion followed by 1/2 hour of Christian meditation. You will find support for your practice, new ideas and a community of others who welcome silence. Led by Merri Leffel, Mondays, 6:30-7:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center. No fee or registration.
Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book Study
Prayer Shawl Ministry
This group focuses on non-fiction books with spiritual themes every Tuesday afternoon, 1-2:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center. Contact JoAnne Waeltz, 872-0895, jwaeltz@comcast.net.
Tuesdays, 1-3PM in W120. Prayerful volunteers who like to knit or crochet and love the fellowship of working together make prayer shawls for those needing to be wrapped in God’s healing love. New knitters welcome. Contact Helen Vriesman at 317-849-9417 or hrvaintree@yahoo.com.
ON SUMMER BREAK—1st & 3rd Mondays, 9AM in the Spiritual Life
Sunrise Book Study Wednesdays, 7-8:30AM, Parlor. Start your day with friends, prayer, a good book, stimulating discussion and personal enrichment. Contact Betty Brandt at (317) 846-3404 or brandtb@stlukesumc.com. Current book is Disintegration: The Splintering of Black America by Eugene Robinson.
George Vickery Men’s Discussion Group Wednesdays, 10:30AM at Shapiro’s (in Carmel). Discuss current events or the latest book of interest you have read. For more information, call Bob Waeltz at 872-0895.
Pastors’ Book Study ON SUMMER BREAK—Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Parlor.
Book discussions are led by a rotating group of pastors and leaders within the church. Each book selected is with the goal of interactive and insightful discussion about how faith is lived out and experienced in our lives on a regular basis. We welcome you to our fellowship to enjoy this relaxed format, stimulating conversation and thought-provoking topics.
Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists & Dabblers Anyone interested in building an art community at St. Luke’s is welcome to come spend the day (or a portion of the day) with other artists. Bring your favorite medium and plan to go out for lunch. Occasional field trips and pitch-ins too. Every Thursday, 9AM-4PM in C122. For information, contact Karen Porter at porter.joe@sbcglobal.net.
Crochet Guild If you are interested in learning to crochet or enriching your crocheting experience, please come meet with other enthusiasts. Expect special charity projects and fellowship. Every 1st Saturday, 10AM-Noon in E107/109. No registration. For more information contact Edie Huffman, at johnediehuffman@hotmail.com, or 228-0496.
SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Conversations Around the Scripture
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30AM, The Forum at The Crossing. An off-site senior adult Bible Study. Led by Terri Coe, Mary Katherine Schnitz, Chris Thornsberry and several other St. Luke’s lay members.
Sundays, 9:30–10:30AM in E105. All are welcome to join the discussion as we learn lessons of faith that can be applied to everyday living. For more information, contact Mollie and Brian Earnhart at 317-873-2406. Workbooks may be purchased in Oasis Bookstore.
Thursday Afternoon Book Study Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this group to read and discuss a diverse selection of materials. JUNE BOOK: The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton. The group also enjoys lunches, watching movies, field trips and celebrating birthdays. Class facilitator is Phyllis Bybee. For information, please contact Sylvia Forbes at 846-3404 or forbess@stlukesumc.com.
Empty-Nesters Sundays (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM in the Parlor. Read, watch, and discuss contemporary and traditional books and videos, as well as some Bible study. We gather regularly for social activities. For information, contact Ann Townsend at 842-0464.
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New Beginnings
Meditation in Motion
ON SUMMER BREAK—Sundays, 9:30 in E213. A weekly
Sunday morning couples class that discusses a wide range of topics, including books of the Bible, parenting, and current books. We do not meet holidays or in the summer, but we would love to have you join us! Contact Nathan or Paula Montgomery for more information at n8withan8 @gmail.com or 340-7115.
Some people find sitting meditation difficult. Here is an opportunity to meditate and be in motion too. Enhance your overall health, relieve stress, recover from illness, lower blood pressure, increase blood circulation and reduce chronic pain. Taught by Amy Barr. Thursdays, 10:30-11:30AM in Luke’s Lodge, upstairs. No registration; cost is $10/session.
Ongoing “Being” Discussion
Aikido Training
Religion, Meaning, Ethics & Ideas Every Sunday morning at 7AM on FM90/1, Krista Tippett interviews spiritual leaders. A community of “Being” (formerly “Speaking of Faith”) fans meets at 9:30AM in the Spiritual Life Center to discuss that morning’s program. The show is available on the prior Thursday at www.onbeing.org. Led by Betty Brandt.
This discipline uses martial training as a means of character development rather than fighting prowess. Open to men and women. Come observe a class, or email through the Web site at www.indianapolisaikikai.org. Adult classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7-9PM, Saturdays, 8-10AM. All classes in N103/104.
New Perspectives on Sunday Morning
Find SLC On Facebook
Sundays, 11AM-Noon in E105. This class explores the work of religious scholars who are giving voice to reimagining the essence of Christianity. Bring your questions about the church, religion and faith to this non-judgmental conversation in search of alternative answers and paths to experiences of the Holy. Scott Severns and Bruce Roberts, Leaders.
For updated information about our programming, go to “St. Luke’s UMC – Spiritual Life Center.”
BODY / MIND / SPIRIT
Chronic Pain Support Group
“Pay What You Can” Happy Yoga Open to all, regardless of your finances or yoga experience. Find your strength and happiness through poses, breath and meditation. Taught by Carol Holden. Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30PM in N103/104. No registration or fee; donations appreciated. Bring a mat AND blanket.
Yoga for Stress Ending with a 15-minute guided deep relaxation, this class will help you gain balance, strength and flexibility in your body and peace and calm in your mind. All levels are welcome to join. A great way to start your day. Mondays, 7:30-8:45AM and 9:30-10:45AM, and Thursdays, 8:30-9:45AM, all classes in N101/102. Mondays, May 7–June 25 (omit May 28), fee $84, and Thursdays, May 10-June 28, fee $96. Join anytime. Walk-ins/$15. Register and pay online, www.stlukesumc.com. Next session begins July 9 & 12.
Kundalini Yoga Kundalini Yoga combines mantra, motion and posture to create an individual experience of the Infinite. Bring a blanket or mat. Beginners welcome. Taught by Karla Becker, Wednesdays, June 6-July 18 (omit 7/4), 5:306:30PM in N103/104. 6 sessions/$60 or walk-ins/$15. Register and pay at www.stlukesumc.com or call DeAnna 846-3404x367.
CARE MINISTRIES Monday, June 18, 6-7:30PM in N101/102. This is a support group for patients with all types of neuropathic and fibromyalgia pain and for their families and friends. No registration is required. Questions? Contact Dr. Meg Frazer at 844-2903 or margaret.L.frazer@pfizer.com.
Diabetes Support Group ON SUMMER BREAK—Meets the first Tuesday of the month
from 7-8PM in E212. (The group will not meet again until September.) This is a laidback, easy-going group open to learning and sharing through exercise, diet and prayer. Contact Debbie Allen Wagner at 796-2189 for information on regular meeting times.
Family Support Group Wednesdays at 6:30PM, June 13 and July 11 in the Conference Room. The group offers emotional and spiritual support for families who have a member abusing drugs or alcohol.
Adult ADD Support Group Third Thursday, June 21, 7-8:30PM in W125. St. Luke’s offers support for adults with ADD. For more information call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365.
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PRESCHOOL & PDO
ON SUMMER BREAK—3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8PM in
the Conference Room. (Does not meet again until September) For parents who have a child with a physical, mental or emotional disability. Register for childcare by contacting Sylvia Forbes. Leaders: Kevin & Hillary McCarley, 850-1637.
Care Committee If you know of someone, confined to their home or health care center, call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365. The Care Committee makes monthly visits.
Preschool Classes (9 AM-1PM) for three- to five-year-olds are offered in a safe and nurturing Christian environment. All teachers are experienced, qualified, well-trained and strive to maintain strong relationships with the children and their families. Preschool offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum where children may grow socially, creatively, emotionally, cognitively and physically. Children must be three years old by September 1, 2012 to enroll for the 2012-13 school year.
Parents’ Day Out
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES The Track Registration Have you registered your children for Sunday morning small groups? You can register them online at www.stlukesumc. com/children/sundaymorning. If you have questions, email us at thetrack@stlukesumc.com.
Classes (9AM-1PM) are offered for children ages 10 months to three years. PDO was established to provide parents of young children time for themselves on a regular basis. Children participate in structured play in a safe and nurturing Christian environment one, two or three days per week. Opportunities are provided for children to learn beginning social skills while having fun. Children must be 10 months old by September 1, 2012 to enroll for the 2012-13 school year.
Family Fellowship Night The third Sunday of every month is hereby decreed Family Fellowship Night at St. Luke’s! Join other families of our church at 5PM for a pizza dinner, followed by “Mission Possible Kids” for elementary-aged children, and parenting study groups for adults (childcare will be provided for children aged kindergarten and under). Come connect with other families and take time with other parents to reflect on the challenges and joys of parenthood.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC All ensembles are on break until rehearsals begin in August. Contact Debra Nethercott, Children’s Music Director, at nethercottd@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x329 for information children’s ensembles.
Family Fuel If you are seeking an opportunity to be able to worship with your children, come to Family Fuel on the first Sunday morning of each month at 10:45AM in Robertson Chapel. This worship service is geared for kids, with a shared faith experience with their parents. If you would like to get involved with the behind the scenes of Family Fuel, we are looking for stage managers, hospitality team members and set–up/tear-down helpers. Please email familyfuel@stlukesumc.com to join the team.
Elementary Kids Check-In Procedure We have a new check-in process for your elementary children this year. When you bring your child(ren) to Robertson Chapel for Winner’s Circle, you will need to check them in and share who will pick them up from their Small Group classroom. Please look for your child's class sign for quick check-in. After worship, you will need to show some kind of ID to pick up your child. If you have a pager for younger children you can give us the pager number and use that instead. We are not trying to make life difficult but ensure that all children are safe and have a great experience on Sunday morning. Any questions can be directed to Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson at williamsonj@stlukesumc.com. Thank you!
COMMUNICATIONS Become a Fan Are you on Facebook? If so, are you a fan of St. Luke’s? Become a fan today—simply log onto our website (www.stlukesumc.com) and click the link on our home page to get to our Facebook page. Then click the “Like” button—just one more way to stay connected to everything St. Luke’s. We love to hear from you there too, but ask that you limit your postings to church-related events and topics, please.
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FELLOWSHIP
Fletcher Place Community Center
Elderberries Euchre
Breakfast dates are June 12, 14, 15 & 26 and July 10, 12, 20, 24 & 31. Need donations of food, paper goods or cash to pay for these items. Contact Joe Kenny at 7050489 or jgkenny@att.net for information or to volunteer. The following items are especially needed for the clothing store: infant, children and teen clothing, coats and suits–men’s and women’s, undergarments for all ages, men and women, all men’s clothing and bedding and towels. Dinner dates are June 18 & 27. Need volunteers to donate food items, cook and especially to transport and serve. See bulletin board in the hall between Robertson Chapel and Oasis Bookstore to sign up, or call Kay Horton at 253-9833 for information.
The next Elderberries Euchre parties will be held Saturday, June 16 and July 21 at 6:45PM in the Parlor. Please bring a snack to share. Contact Adra Wheeler at 2534914 or 846-3404 with questions.
Requests for food at Fletcher Place have increased significantly. The Food Pantry needs donations of oats, pasta and canned vegetables and fruits (low in sodium and sugar). Bulk quantities are acceptable and appreciated. These can be placed in the drop boxes in the West Passage and be sure to write Fletcher Place on the bags or boxes of items being donated. Volunteers are also needed in the thrift store, food pantry and GED preparation. Contact Larry Paxton at 873-2415 or ldpaxton@indy.rr.com, or Karen Mann at Fletcher Place, 636-3466 x4 or Karen@fletcherplacecc.org to volunteer.
Outreach, Inc. Our mission statement is short and simple: "Equipping and empowering homeless teens and young adults to exit street life.” For information, contact Jackie Reed at 332-6550 or jsrmolar@sbcglobal.net, or check out our website at www.outreachindiana.org.
Refugee Assistance Ministry (RAM) The Refugee Assistance Ministry provides assistance in many ways to the refugees who are relocated in the Nora area. There are currently 1500-2000 Burmese refugees in Nora who spent 10+ years in refugee camps in Thailand. We have many ongoing programs and special projects. If you have mattresses you are deposing of, extra tvs, or an old computer, please consider the refugees. For more information, contact Cathy Kennedy 317 418-5869, jaycathy@aol.com.
ReachOut ReachOut is a diverse and inclusive group within the St. Luke’s United Methodist Church community offering spiritual support and encouragement to GLBT persons. We strive to lead a life of service to others, achieve Christian maturity, and educate ourselves in matters of faith. Social and recreational activities are provided to promote an atmosphere where friendships can develop and a sense of acceptance and wholeness may be experienced. All are welcome. If you have questions about ReachOut, contact Mary Katherine Schnitz at schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
THE GARDEN Planning on making a purchase through Amazon.com? Visit www.thegardenonline.org and click on the Amazon logo. By using that Amazon search tool, The Garden gets a percentage back from your purchases without costing you an extra penny. It's that simple!
GREEN MINISTRY Green Ministry Leadership Team Our ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Next meeting is June 13, 5:30-7PM in E213 and welcomes new people to the discussion. Contact Sharon Chambers at sharon.chambers39@ comcast.net or 317-578-7502, or just show up.
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GRIEF MINISTRIES Grief is a journey that needs attention; it cannot go away without some hard work. Some people find being with a group of people who “get it” to be life-changing and life-saving in a positive way. Spending time with others in a group can even bring laughter and new friendships. You are invited to come once, or many times, to any group and see if the support of others can bring you comfort.
NEW GROUP—Loss
of a Family Member
Sundays, 12:30-1:30 in the Parlor. This meeting will present an overview of grief and loss. Following the meeting, smaller groups for future grief support will be determined. All are welcome. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for a reservation, 846-3404 x315.
Individual Grief Counseling Before beginning a support group, a private session to process the grief journey can be helpful. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315 (by appt. only).
H.U.G.S (Healing Under Group Support) This on-going group led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson is for anyone who has lost a spouse or significant life partner. The group meets every Sunday in the Parlor at 2PM for fellowship, sharing and learning about the grief journey.
HEALTH MINISTRIES Blood Pressure Screening Stop by C110 on Sunday, July 10, 9-11AM for a free blood pressure screening. Please refrain from smoking or caffeine thirty minutes prior to your screening. Sponsored the second Sunday of every month by St. Luke’s Health Ministries.
H.U.G.S. Dinner Out
Sunday afternoons can feel lonely for those who have lost a spouse. Come anytime for Sunday dinner out at McAllister’s, (N. Meridian) 4PM with others in the group.
Grief Ministry Mentors If you have had a loss in your life and are not ready for group support, having a Grief Ministry mentor, a supportive friend, could help. A mentor might be just a phone friend or someone to enjoy a lunch. For information about becoming a mentor or being matched with a mentor, email Rev. Marsha Hutchinson at hutchinsonm@stlukesumc.com, Susan Whittleton at jwhittleto@ aol.com, or Becky Moody at jbmoody@prodigy.net.
HOPE For any couple or single parent who has lost a baby to miscarriage, fetal demise, stillbirth, or early infant death due to genetic issues, S.I.D.S, or any other. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM in the Spiritual Life Center. For more information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315.
H.O.P.E. Memorial Garden A memorial garden located on the west side of St. Luke's for any perinatal or infant loss. Plaques may be ordered by families to be engraved in memorial and mounted on brick garden wall. For information contact Rev. Marsha Hutchinson (846-3404 x315) or Marci & Jim Harenberg (705-0771).
LATER@ST. LUKE’S MPKids Mission Possible Kids is officially on a well-deserved summer break for the next three months. Special Agents will convene in September to continue doing God’s work. Over the summer months, we will be revamping the program to better serve our participants. This growing programs is in need of more adults and youth volunteers. If you are interested in being a part of this mission program for Grades 1 thru 5, contact us during the summer at mpk@stlukesumc.com.
Hispanic Ministry Team If you have an interest in serving, empowering, educating and working with the Latino community of Central Indiana, please contact us. The Hispanic Ministry Team is making progress and we would love to have you join us. For more information, contact Dr. Marion Miller at millerm@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x340.
Dad's Group
MUSIC MINISTRIES
For any father who has lost a young adult child to illness, accident, suicide, or other. The Dad's group meets every Tuesday at 7AM for light breakfast at the Hilton Indianapolis North Hotel, 8181 N. Shadeland, and Thursdays at 7AM at Denny's at I-65 / Greenwood Exit.
Ensembles on summer break: Joyful Rhythms, Joyful Sound, New Song and Wesleyan Ringers. Look for ensemble registration in August. CHANCEL CHOIR, rehearses Thursdays 7:30-9PM in E200. New members welcomed periodically throughout the season. Contact Member Chair Carol Tully at tully95@earthlink.net or Director Mark Squire at squirem@stlukesumc.com.
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TAIZE MUSICAL COMMUNITY. Small vocal and instrumental ensemble serving at monthly Taize service (5-5:45PM), rehearses one hour before each service. Contact Music Director Mark Squire at squirem@ stlukesumc.com. ST. LUKE'S ORCHESTRA. Under the direction of Bob Zehr, the Orchestra plays the third Sunday of every month at all three morning Sanctuary services, September through June. Rehearsals are Thursdays, 7:159PM. Contact Margaret Spilker at msspilker@aol.com for more information.
Hiking Group Every Saturday morning at Eagle Creek (weather permitting), singles meet to hike at 10AM in the parking lot at 56th and Reed Road across from the Colts Training Center. No experience necessary, just a love of the outdoors. Hosted by David Kincaid. For more information, please email David at david-m-kincaid@excite.com.
SPORTS St. Luke's Men's Basketball Open Gym
SINGLES Sunday Lunch Bunch Every Sunday, 12:30PM. Feel free to join us at these locations on the below dates for some fun, food, and fantastic times! JUNE 3: Chili’s (East 82nd) JUNE 10: Max & Erma’s (Carmel) JUNE 17: Famous Dave’s (Michigan Rd.) JUNE 24: Binkley’s
For adult basketball enthusiasts (16+) who are looking to play friendly pick-up games on Thursday nights from 7:30-9:30PM in the Great Hall. Weekly emails are sent to confirm players for the week. Contact Chris Lemming at 595-8545 or email chris.lemming@anthem.com.
Volleyball This coed sport plays on Monday evenings in the Great Hall September-April. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome. Play is competitive but friendly—no spiking or over-hand serves. For more information contact Brent Scott at 875-9382 or brentsco@comcast.net. Cost is $23/player.
Connect4Lunch Connect4Lunch is a new community group starting at St. Luke’s for any single who would like to have lunch the first Monday of each month at 11:30AM (except holidays) at a local restaurant and enjoy conversation and laughs. Whether you’re retired, have the day off, or just want to take your lunch break with friends, come and dine with our Associate Director of Adult Ministries, Chris Thornsberry, and other St. Luke’s staff. Please RSVP, email Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com. This month’s lunch: June 4 at Rick’s Boatyard (4050 Dandy Trail, Eagle Creek-Indianapolis).
United Methodist Men invite all men to attend the regular monthly breakfast, held the first Saturday of each month at 8AM in Fellowship Hall. Enjoy a hearty breakfast and interesting program. This month’s date: June 2. RSVP to Chris Bailey at 317-306-8491.
Toastmasters
Theology Unplugged
Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7-8:30PM in E108. For more than 84 years Toastmasters International has offered effective ways to improve communication and leadership skills. Guests attend for free. For more information, please call Cathy Baker at 334-7821, or visit www.stlukes-singlestoastmasters.org.
A place for men to gather and share about life and faith in a relaxed atmosphere. Next meeting is Wednesday, June 20 at 8:30PM at the Rusty Bucket (86th / Old Town Ln.). Contact Matt Roop at mkroop66@gmail.com or 317692-1865.
Volleyball Volleyball meets every Wednesday at 6:30PM, and Friday at 6:30PM in the Great Hall. The cost to play is $2. For info, email Tim Adams at timmytown@msn.com.
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YOUNG ADULT COMMUNITY College-Age Ministry & Facebook Group If you are college age and would like to connect with others in this group, or keep up to date, check out our Facebook group, “St. Lukes UMC - College Students.”
WEEKLY SR.HIGH OFFERINGS (9-12th grade) We continue to meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30AM, but take a slightly different focus. Rather than working our way through a book of the Bible or lesson series, we jump into fun discussion topics like miracles, movies, current events and pop culture. With each of these, we look into what our faith has to say about them and how we can live in a way that engages the world but honors God.
Wake Up with Starbucks at the Lodge
YOUTH MINISTRIES We invite students 6th-12th grade to join us on Sunday mornings and Sunday nights. We offer a wide range of environments to connect with students. For information or event registration, stop by Luke's Lodge (the youth building in the NE corner of church parking lot), visit www.stlukesumc.com/ ministries/youth, or contact: Kevin Davis, Director of Youth Ministry davisk@stlukesumc.com; 846-3404 x326 Stephanie Eft, Associate Director of Youth Ministry efts@stlukesumc.com; 846-3404 x369 WEEKLY JR.HIGH OFFERINGS (6-8th grade) Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge. WIRED is our Sunday morning time for students in 6th-8th grade. WIRED is designed to connect students to each other and to God. We want all students to feel welcomed and we encourage them to bring friends! The mornings will introduce the day's topic focus around large group time, big music, big teaching, and big fun. WIRED does continue throughout the summer except for special occasions. Please check our weekly schedule to confirm youth meetings in the summer. For more information, www.stlukesumc.com/youth. JUNE JUNE JUNE JUNE
3: Questions that we have for God 10: More Questions that we have for God 17: No WIRED - Father’s Day 24: Questions that God has for us.....
DOES NOT MEET IN THE SUMMER. Sundays, 6-7:30PM at the Lodge. AMPED is the Sunday evening time for students 6th-8th grade and the focus is around small groups. In the morning, students get introduced to the topic and connected at WIRED. Then in the evening, students dig into the topic even more within their small groups. Students experience a time of games in our activities, music, a short teaching, and small groups based on gender and grade.
9:30-10:30AM in the Lodge Cafe (upstairs). This Sunday morning group always has fresh-brewed coffee, donuts and great discussion about hot topics and how our faith applies to them. All high school students, regardless of where they are on their faith journeys, are welcome to come to this honest and open discussion group. JUNE JUNE JUNE JUNE
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