Celebration T.I.M.E.! Pathways Together:
In conjunction with the July 31-August 28 worship focus, we will be celebrating St. Luke’s identity of being an “open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live, and share the love of God for all creation” where we are Together In Ministry Everyday! The fifth anniversary of this all-church initiative has something for everyone. During July and August, there will be Community Gatherings hosted by members of the congregation, as well as a Video Booth set up to tell your T.I.M.E. story—share your “everyday ministry” experiences. See the T.I.M.E. Fifth Anniversary section inside this issue for all the scoop... beginning with Ice Cream Sunday on Sunday, July 31 where you can “get the scoop” on our Mission Statement and T.I.M.E. program.
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COMMUNION “journeys” July/August Worship Theme This spring, a Worship Planning Team met to implement a meaningful program of worship for July and August. Led by Interim Senior Pastor Linda McCoy, the team decided that the theme of “Journeys” was appropriate for this time of transition at St. Luke’s. First we will focus on “Spiritual Roads”—the journeys that have led each of us to where we are now. The preaching schedule is: JULY 3: Dr. Carver McGriff, Senior Pastor
of St. Luke’s from 1967-1993 JULY 10: Bishop Michael Coyner JULY 17: Dr. Linda McCoy JULY 24: Rev. David Williamson Next we will explore the “Pathways Together” that we have taken as a faith community. The sermons will revolve around our identity of being an “Open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation.” JULY 31: Dr. Linda McCoy “open community” AUGUST 7: Rev. Marsha Hutchinson “seek” AUGUST 14: Dr. Linda McCoy “celebrate” AUGUST 21: Rev. Phil Gulley “live”
(Quaker pastor and author) AUGUST 28: Rev. David Williamson “share”
You’ll notice some changes in the worship as well this summer. There will be more use of video, fewer announcements, some familiar elements moved around a bit. Don’t worry—it will still look and feel like St. Luke’s. Excellent music, inspiring preaching, and donuts. We look forward to being in worship with you this summer as we journey together toward the bright future of always being transformed by God and transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christlike community. TOP:
Dr. Carver McGriff & Bishop Michael Coyner
MIDDLE:
Dr. Linda McCoy & Rev. David Williamson
BOTTOM:
Rev. Marsha Hutchinson & Rev. Phil Gulley
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 July 2011 through mid-August. The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2011 COMMUNION MONTHLY: July 11 for August issue (publishes 7/31) August 8 for September issue (publishes 8/28)
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!
ALL-CHURCH All Church Photos & Info Updating Let's get ready to help incoming Senior Pastor Rob Fuquay get to know all of us better by updating photos and information at St. Luke's. Lifetouch Photographers will be here in August and September to take photos for our database. There will not be a printed all-church directory, but we will use this information to update our records in order to better communicate and inform. Now is the TIME to get your church info updated and sign up for the new All-Church E-mail Listing. The dates for photo sessions are: August 16-20 August 23-27 August 30-September 3 September 13-17 TUESDAYS-FRIDAYS 2:30-9PM SATURDAYS 10AM-4:30PM
Everyone photographed will receive a free 8x10 or a sheet of nine wallets. Bringing a canned good donation will get you a $5 coupon if you are planning to purchase photos for your family (purchasing photos is completely optional, and there is no charge to have your photos taken). You may schedule your photo session at the Sunday tables beginning July 10, but even better is the opportunity to sign up online from home now by going to St. Luke's website www.stlukesumc.com. Pets, props, and multi-generational photos encouraged. Casual, dressy, funny—all welcome! Everyone age 12 and older will sit for an individual portrait in addition to any group shot. Please plan now to participate.
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T.I.M.E. FIFTH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS Community Gatherings St. Luke’s Community Gathering events are a great way to meet new friends or stay connected with old ones. These events are hosted by St. Luke’s members—either at their homes or venues around the community—for the purpose of helping members of the St. Luke’s congregation to get to know one another better. Sign up for these events on Sunday, July 10. More events may be added to the list. A handout with details for each event will be available July 10. The events planned include: •
Eve Circle Mom’s Night Out at Bazbeaux Pizza in Carmel on August 3.
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A BBQ Pitch-In, Pool and Tennis party at Tom & Jenny Godby’s on August 7.
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A trip to the Indiana State Fair the evening of August 10, hosted by Scott Semester (purchase fair tickets separately).
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“Celebrating Summer with the Endless Summer Band” at the Carmel Gazebo on August 10, hosted by Tom & Marsha Reynolds and Tim & Bev Gallagher.
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An “Outreach Party in the Park – alfresco dining with the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra” at Holiday Park, hosted by the Outreach Commission on August 11.
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A Pitch-In at Symphony on the Prairie for the “Classical Mystery Tour: Music of the Beatles” concert on August 11 hosted by the Gary & Lori Chambers.
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A “Summer in the City Supper” at Gordon & Betsy Clark’s on August 13.
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A Ladies “High” Tea in the Parlor hosted by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson and Mary Katherine Schnitz on August 17.
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An Evening Boat Cruise and Dinner at Jim & Jayne Thorne’s on August 18.
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A Family Cookout at Andrew and Regan Summers’ on August 20.
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A Dinner in the Garden at Tom & Nancy Lange’s (date TBD).
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A guided tour of the Indianapolis Museum of Art lead by Jennifer Todd (date TBD).
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A Pitch-In at Symphony on the Prairie for the Billy Joel concert hosted by Bill & Julia Johnson (date TBD).
OTHER T.I.M.E. FIFTH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS: SATURDAY, AUGUST 6: Servant Day sponsored by
Inclusiveness Team. See details on page 7. Register beginning July 17.
SEEK
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7: MORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“seek the love of God” EVENING: Later on the Lawn Event & Blessing of the Backpacks TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: Membership Pictures & Info Update Project Get those Christmas card photos taken early! See the inside cover for details. Sign up at church beginning July 10 or online at www.stlukesumc.com now.
CELEBRATE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14: MORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“celebrate the love of God”
LIVE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21: MORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“live the love of God” SUNDAY, AUGUST 28:
SHARE
All Church Pitch-In Picnic Northern Beach (5801 E. 116th Street, Carmel, next to Mansion at Oak Hill), 12:45-3:30PM, rain or shine. Gates open at Noon. Tickets will be sold August 7–28 in the West Passage and in the main office M-F, 9AM-5PM. COST: $5/adult or $15/family ticket (consists of two adults and children). Looking for a fun and inexpensive end of summer event for the whole family to enjoy? Save the date for an Old Fashioned Pitch-in Picnic. Bring your favorite 10-12 serving side dish to share (A-I vegetables, J-Q salads, R-Z desserts). Please also bring a serving utensil for your dish. Fried chicken, ice tea, lemonade, table service, games, face painting, music, giant bubbles, Bounce Carousel, fellowship and fun all provided! You may also want to bring lawn chairs, or a blanket.
CARE MINISTRIES Be a Stephen Minister Have you considered becoming a Stephen Minister? Applications are now available on the information board in the West Passage or online at www.stlukesumc.com (type “Stephen Minister” in the search box). Applications will be accepted until August 1. The class begins September 6. For more information call Mary Katherine Schnitz at 846-3404 x365.
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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.
Sunny Summer Days Children who have finished preschool-Pre-K will be having Sunday school in the East Wing at 9:30 and 11AM. Elementary children (completed K-Grade 4) will worship with their parents in the Sanctuary until the Children's Moment. After the Children's Moment and Doxology, children will go to E107/109 at 9:30 and 11AM and parents can pick them up there. All students who finish the 5th grade attend the Lodge on Sunday mornings.
Family Fuel
Parents’ Night Out
Join us for Family Fuel where kids bring their parents to church. Family Fuel offers families the opportunity to have a shared worship experience together. In Family Fuel we talk about virtues.We believe a virtue is something that God is doing in us to help change the world around us.
Need a night out? Join PNO—Parents’ Night Out, the babysitting co-op. We are now signing up for the 2011-2012 year. Program takes place in the children's wing on the second Saturday of the month starting in August from 5:309PM. It runs August to June with the exception of July and December. Parents volunteer two Saturdays to sit with kids, get eight nights out. Cost per family is $25 to cover snacks and miscellaneous expenses. For information please email Lisa Jankowski or Lisa Sims at stlukespno@gmail.com or call Lisa at 513-4146.
This month's virtue is Perseverance—refusing to give up when life gets hard. We meet at 10:45AM in Robertson Chapel. Family Fuel will meet on July 24 and August 21 this summer. Join us as we live out God’s virtues for our lives.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC St. Luke’s Night with the Indiana Fever Members of the St. Luke’s Children’s Choir will perform the national anthem on the main court of Conseco Fieldhouse for the Sunday, August 21 Indiana Fever game! St. Luke’s members are invited to the game for a discounted price. To place your order, contact Nathan Burger at nburger@feverbasketball.com or 317-917-2805. Regular price tickets are $16.96; discounted price is $10.60. Doors open at 5PM; tip-off is 6PM. Questions? Contact Debra Nethercott at nethercottd@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404 x329.
COMMUNICATIONS Got an iPad? Now you can watch St. Luke's Sunday services live on your iPad. We'd still love to see you in church but when that isn't possible, join us online to view any one of our three Sunday morning sanctuary services live. We've always been able to support the Windows operating system by using Windows Media Player, but now you can experience the service via your iPad for a mere one-time expenditure of $.99. Download the Azul Media Player app from the itunes store and use your Safari browser to click on the Watch Live Service link on our website at www.stlukesumc.com.
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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COMMUNITY MINISTRIES Fox Hill Elementary School Partnership
Refugee Assistance Ministry
As part of Senator Richard Lugar’s Summer Food Service Program, M.S.D. Washington Township will distribute meals to our students during the summer months. Meals will be assembled in a central location and transported to the local complexes where our students reside. Fox Hill is organizing an informal reading program to partner with the distribution of meals. If you would be interested in joining Fox Hill teachers and administration in helping fill the summer learning gap, contact Kathy Levine at 259-5371 x13306 or klevine@ msdwt.k12.in.us.
The Nora area is home to a large community of refugees, the vast majority of whom are from Burma. Volunteers are needed to help with the summer tutoring program at First Baptist (86th & College) to help kids and adults with their English language skills. Another focus is to provide mentors to encourage refugee teens/young adults in completing their high school diploma or equivalent at North Central High School. The time commitments are flexible. To volunteer or to learn more, contact Cathy Kennedy, 317-418-5869 or jaycathy@aol.com.
Construction Ministry
Violins are needed!
St. Luke’s Construction Ministry focuses on building wheelchair ramps for special needs situations in the Indianapolis area. We partner with Second Presbyterian Church and work as a team each Saturday to design, build and assemble ramps. Referrals come from the Indiana Council on Aging as well as other social service agencies. Priorities are given to handicapped clients who have no means of getting in and out of their homes. We completed 73 construction projects to help families in 2010 and hope to increase that number to 100 in 2011. Come help us help others in our own backyard. For more information, contact Dave Boyer tbucket2@sbcglobal.net or 251-1094 or Tara Lineweaver at tgline@sbcglobal.net or 329-9189.
The Washington Township Middle Schools’ Orchestra Program has an urgent need for violins and violas to accommodate a large group of needy refugee children wishing to participate in orchestra classes this fall. Repair funds are available while instrument purchase funding is not. If you have a violin or viola that could be donated to the schools, please contact Carol Dennis at 317-2591978 or clrfdennis@aol.com.
Fletcher Place Community Center Breakfast dates are July 12, 14 & 15 and August 9, 11, 19, 23 & 30. Need donations of food, paper goods or cash to pay for these items. Contact Joe Kenny at 705-0489 or jgkenny@att.net for more information or to volunteer. Dinner dates are July 18 & 27 and August 15 & 24. Need volunteers to donate food items, cook and especially to transport and serve. See the bulletin board in the hall between Robertson Chapel and Oasis Bookstore to sign up, or call Kay Horton at 253-9833 for more information. Volunteers are also needed in the thrift store, food pantry and GED preparation. Contact Karen Mann at Fletcher Place, 636-3466 ext. 4 or Karen@fletcherplacecc.org or Larry Paxton at 873-2415 or ldrpaxton@indy.rr.com to volunteer.
Outreach, Inc. – For Homeless and At-Risk Youth “Concert with a Cause” at Conner Prairie with Jon McLaughlin and the ISO: Outreach, Inc. is excited to announce a “concert with a cause” in conjunction with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and featuring Jon McLaughlin at Conner Prairie on September 10. We are forming our event committee and invite you to participate. Our tasks include obtaining sponsorships, community awareness, appearances and ticket sales. Jon and his wife, Amy, are local residents and dedicated volunteers and supporters of Outreach, Inc. Jon is bringing attention to the issue of homeless youth on his national tour and here in his own backyard. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is joining the effort while bringing a young artist into a collaborative project that combines his musical talents to provide an amazing and entertaining concert. Please contact Keelin Smith at 317-951-8886 or KParks@outreachindiana.org to volunteer, or check out the website at www.outreachindiana.org.
FELLOWSHIP Elderberries The Elderberries will hold their monthly dinner and program on Thursday, July 7 at 5:30PM in Fellowship Hall. We ask that you bring a dish to share. A minimum $3/person donation is suggested. First-time visitors are free and it is not necessary to bring a dish. Please make reservations with Adra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 8463404. Our entertainment will be the Elderberries own Phil and Maytha Walker. They will be performing their own special kind of piano and song duets.
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ReachOut
UPCOMING REACHOUT ACTIVITIES:
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 Matt Fleck at mattjfleck@gmail.com.
Planning Meeting and Dinner. Tuesday, July 12, 6:30PM, George’s Neighborhood Grille, 6935 Lake Plaza Drive (near 71st and Binford). It’s always great to get together for a casual dinner and great conversation with RO friends. Hope you will join us. ReachOut Pool Party and Pitch-In. Saturday, July 23. Hold this date for our first annual pool party and pitch-in to beat the summer heat! More details coming soon. If you have any questions, find us on Facebook or e-mail us at ReachOut_Indy@yahoo.com or mattjfleck@gmail.com And share RO with your friends.
GREEN MINISTRIES Green Ministry Leadership Team
Green Gratitude Award
Our ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Next meeting is July 13, 5:30-7PM in E213 and welcomes new people to the discussion. Contact Sharon Chambers at sharon.chambers39@comcast.net or 317578-7502, or just show up.
The Green Ministry wishes to thank the UMW, the Singles Ministry, the Dads’ Group, the Children’s Ministry and the Thursday Afternoon Book Study for making their special events “green events.” Their efforts helped keep countless paper and plastic plates, cups and cutlery out of landfills and incinerators. AND it is so nice to eat off of china plates with real silverware.
HEALTH MINISTRY Blood Pressure Screening
Blood Drive
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.
The Indiana Blood Center is proud of the donors at St. Luke's for helping it provide a safe, stable supply of blood products for the critically ill people of Indiana. Our next drive will be Sunday, July 17, in N101-102. Please consider donating in honor of someone you might know who is ill. Never donated before? The staff will make it easy for you. Not only does the Center provide blood products, but it is involved in the community of Indianapolis through United Way, Komen Foundation, The 500 Festival Foundation and other community groups. This year the Center has been recognized as a Green Business by the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce.
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INCLUSIVENESS MINISTRY Servant Day is Coming! The third annual Servant Day, coordinated by the Inclusiveness Team, will be Saturday, August 6! Join over 300 St. Luke’s members who enthusiastically disperse throughout the community to engage in service projects and bring visibility to St. Luke’s. This is an excellent way to meet new friends while engaging in an activity that benefits others. There is something for everyone—from letterwriting campaigns to cheer and encourage those in the military, to helping teachers at two Washington Township schools prepare for the opening of school, to more vigorous outdoor activities. The day will start at 8AM with breakfast generously provided by the Stephen Ministers. After a prayerful sendoff, teams will go to the various locations to work until 12:30PM or later, if time allows. The first sign-up Sunday will be July 17. Look for the colorful tables in the Narthex. On July 24 and 31, sign-up tables will be in the West Passage. Descriptions of each project will be available at the registration tables. Questions? Contact Maria Blake at 293-3156, or mariawblake@yahoo.com.
SINGLES MINISTRIES
(40+)
Singles Summer Concert Series
Singles Mid-Week Bible Study
Come enjoy live music with other singles every Wednesday at 6:30PM at the Carmel Gazebo. Meet between the gazebo and the fountain as our host Greg Hazel greets us for a night of fun—we’ll also mix and mingle with Carmel UMC Singles. For more information or directions, contact Greg Hazel at indygroovyclub@gmail.com.
Wednesdays, 6-7:15PM, Spiritual Life Center. Ever need a spiritual pick-me-up halfway through the week? Or maybe you'd just like to know more about the Bible and how it applies to your everyday life. Wednesday nights this summer, we'll be walking through the Bible together via interactive study, conversation, worship and fellowship. Make sure to bring your Bible; if you don't have a Bible we'll provide one for you. Class led by Chris Thornsberry, Associate Director of Adult Ministries. Childcare available. For more information, email Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
CONCERT SCHEDULE: JULY 6: Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra JULY 13: Cool City Swing Band JULY 20: Blaire & Co. JULY 27: The Tides
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.
SPECIAL EVENT
Pakistan/American Cultural Event Saturday, July 16, doors open at 4PM. All are invited to experience Pakistani culture—a traditional wedding ceremony, traditional Pakistani dances and music, a fashion show and authentic Pakistani cuisine. Begin your experience with cooking demos and exhibition stalls, 4-5PM in Fellowship Hall. Audiovisual show (replayed every 30 minutes) beginning at 4PM in N101/102. Cultural Program, Sanctuary, 5-6:30PM. Pakistani Buffet, Great Hall, 6:30-8PM. Tickets for buffet required ($5/person – www.stlukesumc.com or front desk after June 12). Childcare provided, 4-6:30PM (childcare reservations required by July 8 with DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404x367 or morand@stlukesumc.com).
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PRAYER & MEDITATION
Discernment and Discovery
Our Indoor Open Labyrinth Walks on Fridays from 5-7PM will go 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 is currently in bloom. 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.
Life is full of questions—which job to take, how to retire, which college to attend, how to get along with a co-worker, or even where to go on vacation! Discernment and Discovery is a workshop that offers techniques for finding clarity, skills for mining for answers, ways to open to guidance through nature, collage, playful chatter, imagination and journaling. These techniques will be taught and practiced with the idea that you can return to them again and again for answers and insights. Bring a sack lunch and a journal. Led by Shelley Newby, M.Div, M.Ed., spiritual director. Saturday, July 30 in the Spiritual Life Center, 9AM-3:30PM. Registration required; fee $50. Register online at www.stlukesumc.com, or call DeAnna at 317-846-3404 x367.
WORKSHOPS, CLASSES & RETREATS
SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS
Experiential Spirituality Course
Evening Art Community
Each week ‘try on’ a different spiritual practice. Wide-ranging practices from a variety of spiritual traditions may include: Sapta, Mandala Drawing, Vipassana Meditation, Foot Washing, Drum Circle, Ho'oponopono, Four-Bowl Zen Meal, Breathing Practices, Partner Yoga, and Dying Simulation. Wednesdays, July 13-September 14, 7-9PM in the Parlor. Taught by Jill Altman, Jill@AltmanLifeCoaching.com, 317.585.0695. Registration suggested; fee $180.
Do you hate to paint or draw by yourself? Come enjoy fellowship and meet other artists while you paint, draw or create with another medium. The idea is to fellowship, meet new people, and enjoy yourself. This is not a teaching class and no supplies will be provided. Second Wednesday of each month (July 12, August 10), 6:30-8:30PM in E107/019; no registration or fee. Contact Pat Taylor at 317205-4156 for more information.
Daylily Labyrinth
CONVERSATION ABOUT
Religion, Meaning, Ethics & Ideas Where can you find discussion about religion in America, the wisdom of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, the effect of torture on democracies, or how TV shows are modern-day parables? These topics and many more are discussed every Sunday morning in the Spiritual Life Center, 9:30-10:30AM. The time together is based on the American Public Media show “Being” (formerly “Speaking of Faith”). Meet new people, learn about current trends and ideas and energize yourself for the week to come. Led by Betty Brandt.
Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists and Dabblers Come meet others who are interested in sharing spiritual and artistic interests while building an art community at St. Luke’s. Bring your favorite medium and spend the day working, sharing and laughing. Thursdays, 9AM-4PM in C122. For more information, contact Karen Porter at porter.joe@sbcglobal.net.
SPORTS
UNITED METHODIST MEN
Volleyball
Men’s Breakfast
Coed teams of six to eight players are forming now for matches that will begin on Monday, September 12. Matches will be played on Monday evenings in the Great Hall through next April. For a bargain price of just $23 per player, you get three seasons of fun, fellowship and a little exercise too. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the fun. Play is competitive but friendly—no spiking or over-hand serves. Get a group of friends together and join the fun this fall. For more information or to register as a team or individual, contact Brent Scott at 875-9382 or brentsco10@att.net.
There will be no breakfast in July. We will be pairing up with Servant Day on Saturday, August 6.
Theology Unplugged Current—it's that flow or force that pulls you in a certain direction. We've all felt it while swimming. But we're often unaware that the culture around us pulls us in directions. What are the forces that are shaping the family today? And how can we help to keep our kids anchored in what really matters? Join us at the Rusty Bucket at 8:30PM on Wednesday, July 20 as we discuss these and other questions. RSVP to Matt Roop at mroop@capcityfence.com or 538-5931.
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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN UMW Reading Group This month we'll explore the adventurous life of a woman who leaves city life for the open land of Wyoming in our discussion of Letters of a Woman Homesteader by Elinore Pruitt Stewart. This gem of a book consists of letters written by the author back east to her former employer. Elinore Pruitt Stewart was a young widowed mother who leaves city life and her position as a laundress and heads west to Wyoming to take up a lifestyle living on the land as a homesteader in the 1900s—and we think we have tough lives! Elinor writes with enthusiasm and entertaining description about the challenges of survival and the support among homesteaders for one another. Our discussion is scheduled for Monday, July 25 from 7-8:30PM in the Parlor. Newcomers are always welcome! For more information, contact Jennifer Todd at jtoddosu@aol.com.
Cookbook The UMW cookbook is still available for purchase in the main office during regular business hours. The cookbook contains over 500 recipes generously donated by members of the congregation, their family and friends. Cost $15; and the proceeds benefit various UMW sponsored organizations.
UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS
New Life Circle Attention single women... You are invited to our summer “Single Gals” Movie Nite. Come enjoy a chick flick on Friday, July 22. Wear your favorite slippers and meet us in the Parlor at 6:30PM. Showtime is at 7PM. (PLEASE NOTE: This special date and time change—from our usual Tuesday evening to Friday.) Bring your favorite picnic food to share. We’ll provide the paper goods & beverage and, of course... the popcorn. Bring a friend! For information, call Nancy at 255-1226 or Cathy at 334-7821. New Life Circle is a gathering of single, divorced, and widowed women of all ages.
Eve Circle Eve Circle, a group of mothers with young children, will have no official meetings during the summer months. 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), email evecircle@yahoo.com. New members are always welcome!
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: July 11) to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch). They also meet the 4th Tuesday of each month (next meeting: July 26) from 1-3PM to stuff and sew heart pillows for patients who have had heart or lung surgery. Contact Marguerite Moehn (873-1956) or Barb Querry (879-0543).
WORLD MISSIONS
Upcoming Work Projects Questions? Contact Jan Nichols at 846-3404 x364 or nicholsj@stlukesumc.com. For a complete listing of trips, see the World Missions Projects page at www.stlukesumc.com.
August 2011
September 11–16
Fondwa, Haiti UMM sponsored - Construction LEADER: David Williamson, 846-3404 x385 COST: $800 + ticket price (approximately $600)
Midwest Mission Distribution Center, Chatham, IL Packing, sewing, building school desks LEADERS: Nancy Keller, 842-5909, nckeller@comcast.net and Marge Butler, 257-6130, Bobbutler2@comcast.net COST: $180 (+ transportation). Deposit due 7/11/11.
August 21–26 Kentucky Children’s Home Humanitarian/Maintenance LEADER: Carter Jerman, 575-8575, 812-350-1253, cjerman@fisco.biz COST: $150 (+ transportation)
September 25–30 Lotts Creek, Kentucky Construction/School/Distribution Ctr LEADERS: Terry & Michelle Collins, 388-8139, 2004fenway@sbcglobal.net COST: $100 (+ transportation)
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YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES Young Adult Knitting Group Anyone interested in learning how to knit or experienced knitters who want to contribute their time and efforts to a great cause come join this new group. Projects (yarn supplied) will include knitting baby clothing for in-need expectant mothers to knitting scarves and hats for the homeless. Every Monday, 7-8:30PM in E104. Hosted by Kim Street. For more information, email Kim at kimberlymstreet@gmail.com. No registration or fee.
Coming Soon to Young Adult Ministries • AUGUST: Mission Project in Fountain Square • SEPTEMBER: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Concert
Find us on Facebook at “St. Luke’s UMC-Young Adult Community” for updates, information and connecting with other young adults. Or, to sign up for our monthly email, contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
College-Age Ministry College-Age Facebook Group. If you are college age and would like to connect with others in this age group, or keep up to date with what is happening, check out our Facebook group, “St. Lukes UMC - College Students.”
at Connor Prairie
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!
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 ministry 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 way. Summer time numbers are typically smaller, and students have the opportunity to check out the 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 14 is the first Sunday where Freshmen will need to transition fully to Sr. High. Please take note of schedule changes that are listed; for more information always check out www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/youth.
Confirmation Ministry If you were not able to make the May parent meeting, please contact Kevin Davis so that you can catch up on information that is necessary for preparing for Confirmation in the fall. Confirmation ministry is now a one-year ministry, so we like to provide plenty of information on what we offer in the area of teaching, connecting students and the overall confirmation experience. Our next parent meeting will be held on Sunday, August 21 from 10:3011:30AM at the Lodge. PEER GUIDES—We are looking for those
who have been confirmed (8-12 grade students) to help with Confirmation in the fall. More information coming.
THIS MONTH JULY 17: Deadline to register for Jr. High Fall Retreat (August 26-28).
Cost is $135. $50 non-refundable deposit due by July 17. Contact Ryan McGee at 846-3404 x346 or mcgeer@stlukesumc.com. JULY 22: Sr. High Activity (check website and Facebook for times/details) JULY 24: Jr. High Night at the Lodge, Part 2, 6-7:30PM. All rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are invited for a night of games and activities. Registration recommended by contacting Ryan McGee at 846-3404 x346 or mcgeer@stlukesumc.com. JULY 9-16: High School & College groups to Fondwa, Haiti. This trip is full.
UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST 14: Jr. High Night at the Lodge Part 3, 6-7:30PM AUGUST 20-21: Youth Band Retreat. Contact Ryan McGee at 846-3404 x346. AUGUST 21: Parent Meeting AUGUST 26-28: Jr. High Fall Retreat SEPTEMBER 7: Volunteer Training SEPTEMBER 11: Kick-Off, 6-8pm OCTOBER 15-16: Sr. High Fall Retreat (pending SAT dates)
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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.
IN GENERAL: 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: 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
Bobbi Main-Jackson
Pledge Balance/Information
Finance Office
Oasis Bookstore
Sharon Holyoak
Sunday Worship Services 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 fourth Sunday of every month.
Family Fuel, Every Sunday morning at 10:45AM in Robertson Chapel. SUMMER SCHEDULE: Meets 7/24, 8/21. A fun, interactive worship service for elementary-aged children and their families to experience together. Led by Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson. 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: 10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by The Oak Hill Band. Rev. Stan Abell, Campus Pastor. The Garden Unplugged: 9AM every Sunday at Oak Hill with Rev. Stan Abell.
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
SUMMER OASIS HOURS: 10AM - 2PM SUNDAY 9AM - 1PM
WEDNESDAYS ONLY
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ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER New participants welcome!
A Listening Heart: Bible Study for Women with Young Children
Mothers of Young Children Book Club
2nd and 4th Mondays, 7-9PM in, E212. Childcare is available upon request. New members always welcome. For information, contact Ann Smith, 569-1359 or carmelsmith@ yahoo.com, or Kari Miller, 873-8606 or kkmiller01@sbcglobal.net. On summer hiatus.
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30AM, meets off-site during the summer. Participants in this group read approximately one piece of current fiction or non-fiction per month. Childcare is available upon request for $5 per family. For book list, to request childcare, or for info contact Regan Summers at regansummers@hotmail.com.
Flo Hardy Bible Study 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9AM in the Spiritual Life 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.
Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book Study 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. Meets all summer.
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. Meets all summer!
New Earth Community 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. Meets all summer.
Ongoing “Being” Discussion 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. Meets all summer.
Ongoing Meditation Group
Wednesdays, 8AM at Shapiro’s. Discuss current events or the latest book of interest you have read. For more information, call Bob Waeltz at 872-0895.
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. Meets all summer.
Kent Millard’s Book Study
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Parlor. Join this group for a time of prayer and fellowship as well as the sharing of insights.
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. Tasks for non-knitters too. Contact Donna Cripe (317-280-7806). Meets all summer.
George Vickery Men’s Discussion Group
ON SUMMER BREAK.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study 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.
Thursday Afternoon Book Study Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this afternoon group to read and discuss a diverse selection of reading materials. JULY: The Art of Driving in the Rain, by Garth Stein. The group also enjoys lunches, watching movies, taking field trips and celebrating birthdays together. Class facilitator is Phyllis Bybee. For more information, please contact Sylvia Forbes at 846-3404 or forbess@stlukesumc.com.
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. Meets all summer.
SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES
Empty-Nesters Sundays (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM in the Parlor. Read, watch, and discuss contemporary and traditional books and videos. We also gather once a month for social activities. For more information, contact Ann Townsend at 842-0464.
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New Beginnings
Ongoing Qigong Classes
Sundays, Sept.-May (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM in E213. A self-led couples class that meets weekly and discusses a variety of topics. We have regular social gatherings as well! For more information, contact Nathan or Paula Montgomery at n8withan8@gmail. com, or 340-7115.
Qigong (Chee-Gung) is an amazing set of gentle exercises similar to Tai Chi which help to enhance and maintain one’s overall health. It is a self-healing practice used to recover from illness, relieve stress, lower blood pressure, increase blood circulation and reduce chronic pain. Thursdays, 10:30-11:30AM in Luke’s Lodge, upstairs. No registration; $10/session. Taught by Amy Barr. Meets all summer.
New Perspectives on Sunday Morning 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. NO CLASS IN JULY AND AUGUST.
Aikido Training 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. Meets all summer.
PRAYER & MEDITATION
Guided Meditations Kent Millard, Scott Semester, Barbara Burke and Carol Ernst have recorded guided meditations to help you develop your meditation skills. Just go to www.stlukesumc.com and google “Guided Meditations,” then click on “Prayer and Meditation.” You will be able to hear and participate as often as you want to, or download onto your iPod or CD. If you would like to purchase a CD, they are available in Oasis for $10.
“Drum On” Circle Live with Vibrancy, Rhythm and Passion. All are invited to experience an hour of drumming every 4th Wednesday. Next meeting Wednesday, July 27. Led by Dane McCullough, Modular Building, 6:30-7:30PM. Drums are provided or bring your own. No experience necessary.
CARE MINISTRIES Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry is a lay ministry designed to support someone in time of crisis or difficulty. Stephen Ministers are trained to be good listeners. They are nonjudgmental friends. If you would like to speak to a Stephen Minister or would like more information about the program, please contact Mary Katherine Schnitz at 846-3404 x 365 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com, or see the St. Luke’s website under Member Care.
Chronic Pain Support Group
BODY / MIND / SPIRIT
Monday, July 18, 6-7:30PM in Parlor. 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.
Ongoing Integral Hatha Daytime Yoga
Diabetes Support Group
Mondays, July 11-August 29, 7:30 & 9:30AM; and Thursdays, July 14-September 1, 8:30AM in N101/102. $96 or Walk-ins/$15 for either session. Registration suggested, taught by Marsha Pappas. Classes continue on September 12 & 15.
Meets the first Tuesday of the month from 7-8PM, E213. No meetings in July or August. This is a laidback, easygoing group open to learning and sharing through exercise, diet and prayer. Contact Debbie Allen Wagner at 796-2189.
“Pay What You Can” Happy Yoga
Family Support Group
Open to all, regardless of your finances or yoga experience. Find your strength and happiness through poses, breath and meditation. Taught by Robin Howard. Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30PM in N103/104. No registration or fee; donations appreciated. Bring a mat AND blanket. Meets all summer.
Wednesdays at 6:30PM, July 13 and August 10 in the Conference Room. The group offers emotional and spiritual support for families who have a member abusing drugs or alcohol.
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Adult ADD Support Group
GRIEF MINISTRIES
Tuesdays, July 12 & 26, 7-8:30PM in E213. St. Luke’s offers support for adults with ADD. For information call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365.
(H.U.G.S.)—Healing Under Grief Support. When we lose a loved one, our highly competitive society often values the “quick fix” to keep up the frenzied pace and urges us to “get over it and move on.” However, in order to journey through the grief process with grace and healthy functioning, human beings need to take time to learn about grief and the factors that complicate our natural responses. It is important to find meaning in loss and to find connection with others who are walking the same journey.
Jesse’s Street Meets the 3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8PM in the Parlor. No meeting in July or August. 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.
NEW! Caring and Sharing
Dad’s Grief Group for Loss of a Child
Caring and Sharing meets every Tuesday 7-8PM in C122. This is a casual get together for people of any 12-step program who wish to grow spiritually. Contact Chuck and Kathy Miller at 871-4501.
Meets Tuesday mornings for breakfast at 7AM at the Hilton Indianapolis North Hotel, 8181 N. Shadeland Ave. SECOND LOCATION/DAY: Thursdays, 7AM at Denny’s (I-65/Greenwood Exit). For more information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315.
Care Committee
HOPE
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.
For pregnancy loss or loss of a baby. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM, Spiritual Life Center. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315 or Jim & Marci Harenberg, 705-0771. ••• We are now taking orders for family name plaques to be placed in the HOPE Memorial Garden.
Mom's Group
CHILDREN’S MUSIC Vocal and handbell groups are available for children of various ages. At least one Children’s Music group sings the second Sunday of each month in the Sanctuary at the 9:30 and 11AM services. All groups sing at various services and programs throughout the year, including the St. Luke’s Christmas Concert, the 3PM Christmas Eve Service, Palm Sunday and outreach programs. For information, contact Debra Nethercott, Children’s Music Director, at nethercottd@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x329, or visit www.stlukesumc.com. Rehearsals will begin in late August—watch for days/times in the August Communion Monthly.
FELLOWSHIP Elderberries Euchre The Elderberries Euchre party will be Saturday, July 16 at 7PM in the Parlor. Please bring a snack to share. Contact Adra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404 with questions.
following the Loss of a Young Adult Child Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for more information at 8463404 x315.
HUGS Group (for fellowship and support following the loss of a husband, wife or significant other) Meets Sundays, 24PM in the Parlor. The group goes out for light supper following the meeting (optional). Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for details at 846-3404 x315.
Footprints An opportunity for lay people who would like to become a mentor to someone who is recently bereaved. For information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x 315.
MUSIC MINISTRIES CHANCEL CHOIR, rehearses Thursdays 7:30-9PM in E200. New members welcomed periodically throughout the season. Contact Member Chair Carol Tully (tully95@earthlink.net) or Director Mark Squire at squirem@stlukesumc.com. JOYFUL SOUND, rehearses Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM in E208, singing 8:15AM service twice a month. Contact Director Charles Manning at manningc@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, 7:15-9PM. Contact Margaret Spilker at msspilker@ aol.com for more information. WESLEYAN RINGERS. Advanced ringers rehearse weekly on Wednesday, 6:30–8PM. Contact Director Mike Keller at mkeller147@aol.com, for information. JOYFUL RHYTHMS. An intergenerational handbell ensemble with flair! Rehearses Mondays, 6-7:15PM. For more information, contact Director Marsha Coyner at coynerm@stlukesumc.com.
SINGLES Singles Sunday Morning Gathering Join us each Sunday morning at 11AM in E107/109 for our Singles small group, The Gathering. Singles 40 and up meet together to learn more about the scripture, study spiritual books, share stories, and journey through life together. This class is led by Sandy Harlan, Associate Director of Clergy Services for the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church.
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!
Singles Café Join other singles every Wednesday evening for dinners, guest speakers, movies and pitch-ins. We usually meet each Wednesday in the Parlor from 7-9PM. Doors open for coffee at 7, the presentation begins at 7:30, and afterwards we have dinner or appetizers at Applebee’s on 86th and Ditch Road. During July we’ll be offering “Destinations” Workshops on Wednesday nights. Check out the calendar on the Singles Ministry webpage, or pick up a calendar outside the Singles office.
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, email David at david-m-kincaid@excite.com.
Movie and Dinner Night Join Gary Pratt every third Friday at the movies. We’ll meet at a local theater at 6:30PM, take in a movie, then head to a restaurant for dinner and discussion. For more information, email Chris at thornsberryc@ stlukesumc.com. This month we’ll be meeting at Castleton AMC.
Singles Euchre Social Join us the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month for our Singles Euchre Social. We meet in N101/102 at 6:30PM for light snacks, euchre, and lots of fun! Prizes are given away to the top hands. $3 admission for this evening. For more information, please contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.
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.
Toastmasters
JULY 3: Binkley’s (College Ave.) JULY 10: Chili’s (82nd St.) JULY 17: McAlister’s Deli (N. Meridian) JULY 24: O’Charley’s (Glendale Shopping Center) JULY 31: Hotcakes Emporium (86th and Ditch)
Tuesdays, 7-8:30PM in N101/102. For more than 84 years Toastmasters International has offered effective ways to improve communication and leadership skills. Guests attend for free. For info, call Cathy Baker at 334-7821, or visit www.stlukessinglestoastmasters.org.
Sunday Night Singles
New Life Circle
Join Singles before, during and after the Later@St. Luke’s worship services (Sundays, 6PM in Robertson Chapel). Contact Chris Thornsberry, Associate Director of Adult Education at thornsberryc@ stlukesumc.com, or Dr. Marion Miller at millerm@stlukesumc.com.
AFTER Later@St. Luke’s Fun Filled Activities (2nd and 4th Sundays). JULY 10: Rusty Bucket (86th St.) JULY 24: Granite City (96th and Meridian)
This group of single, divorced and widowed women of all ages meets one evening a month for a time of fellowship and informative, fun programs! See information about New Life Circle in the United Methodist Women section.
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SPORTS St. Luke's Men's Basketball Open Gym For adult basketball enthusiasts (16+) who are looking to play friendly pick-up games on Thursday nights from 7:309:30PM in the Great Hall. Weekly emails are sent out to confirm players for the week. Please contact Chris Lemming at 595-8545 or email chris.lemming @anthem.com for more information.
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 $20/player.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES reFresh—ON SUMMER HIATUS Meets every Sunday at 11AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Journey together in a time of studying our faith, spirituality, the Bible and how these things apply to our everyday lives. Whether single, dating or married, join us!
reNew—ON SUMMER HIATUS Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7PM in Luke’s Lodge. Eat some snacks, talk about life, faith, spirituality, other topics and how they affect our everyday lives as young adults. Whether you’re single, dating or married, we’d love to have you.
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 Ryan McGee, Associate Director of Youth Ministry mcgeer@stlukesumc.com; 846-3404 x346
WEEKLY JR.HIGH OFFERINGS (6-8th grade) Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge. WIRED is our time for students in 6th-8th grade to connect to each other and to God. We want all students to feel welcome and encourage them to bring their 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, please check www.stlukesumc.com/youth. JULY 3: No WIRED, due to July 4th Weekend JULY 10 & 17: “Poverty” part 1 & 2 JULY 24 & 31: “Bullying” part 1 & 2
Sundays, 6-7:30PM at the Lodge. AMPED is a time for 6th-8th grade students to focus in small groups. AMPED does not meet May 29-August 7. AMPED is the Sunday evening time for students 6th-8th grade; 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.
WEEKLY SR.HIGH OFFERINGS (9-12th grade)
Wake Up with Starbucks at the Lodge Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM. Our usual Sunday morning options change for the summer and our evening options take a break throughout the summer. Evening options will begin again on Sunday, August 14. Summer mornings are more laidback and discussion-based. This summer, our Sr. High will have a Sunday morning discussion group at the Lodge from 9:30-10:30AM (during the 9:30 church service) called Sunday at the Cinema. This group will be led by an array of Sr. High youth ministry leaders with Stephanie Eft as the point person. It will begin each week with a look at clips and passages from popular movies and books and end with a discussion about what we can learn and apply to life and faith from what we’ve seen. All rising and graduated 9-12th grade students are invited to join us!