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Dr. Millard will preaching on the topic of giving during the five Sundays of this campaign: OCTOBER 24

I Give with Love OCTOBER 31

I Give with Joy NOVEMBER 7

29 Days of Giving Beginning October 24, St. Luke’s will embark on an exciting journey together as we encourage everyone to participate in the 29 Days of Giving program. Inspired by the book 29 Gifts: How One Month of Giving Can Change Your Life by Cami Walker, we will discover how it feels to open ourselves to authentic giving, culminating on Consecration Sunday, November 21, when we give our gift to God’s work through St. Luke’s by returning our 2011 Gratitude Cards.

I Give with Remembrance NOVEMBER 14

I Give with Abundance NOVEMBER 21

I Give with Gratitude

Cami Walker will be at St. Luke’s on Sunday, October 24 to share her remarkable story.

She will be interviewed by Dr. Millard at all three morning services and will sign books after each. In addition, Cami will offer a meditation workshop on Sunday, October 24, 2-3:30PM in Fellowship Hall. See page 11 for details on the workshop.

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COMMUNION Family Fuel Launch on 10.10.10 If you are seeking an opportunity to be able to worship with your children, come to Family Fuel on October 10 at 10:45AM in Great Hall. This worship service is geared for kids, with an emphasis on parents learning with them. Join the clubhouse gang who will help you learn why following God is always better than doing what you think is right. There is great music, lots of laughter and yes, donuts!

If your family normally attends 11AM worship we ask that you bring your child to

the Great Hall at 10:45AM. You are welcome to stay with them until worship begins at 11AM or stay until 11:30AM when your child will go to Small Group after Family Fuel ends and you can go to worship to hear the sermon. If you are not able to come at 10:45AM you can still bring your child to the Great Hall at 11AM and there will be someone who can take him or her in and get them settled. The service is very laid back and we want to be flexible to your family’s needs.

OCTOBER special events: 2ND ANNUAL

UMM Fish Fry October 7, page 12

St. Luke’s Family Olympics October 10, 11:30AM

Can your family eat a pie in less than two minutes? Do you think you can run bases faster than any other team after spinning your head on a bat? These are just a few of the events we will be challenging families to see who will make it to the top of the podium. Start off right at 11:30AM with a lunch for champions—pizza! This is for families with children of all ages… not just preschool or elementary. Which family can out run the other in a three-legged race or apple bobbing?

You never know what you will find out. Invite your friends and neighbors—it will be a great way to include new folks! If you have questions about Family Olympics 2010 or how to be involved, please email us at familyfuel@stlukesumc.com.

UMW Rummage Sale October 13-16, page 13

Vaudeville Concert October 22-23, page 9

YOUTH MINISTRIES

Pumpkin Patch October 8-31, page 15

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 September 2010 through mid-October.

The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2010 COMMUNION MONTHLY: October 11 for November issue (publishes 10/31) November 8 for December issue (publishes 11/28)

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 are not required for participation. WELCOME TO ST. LUKE’S!

ALL-CHURCH

Pet Blessing service October 17 at 4PM. Outside the main doors in front of the Sanctuary.

ADULT EDUCATION To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404 x367 or at morand@stlukesumc.com. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s.

Faith in the City

The End of the World?

Tuesdays, October 5-26, 7–8:30PM in E105. Registration recommended. Childcare available upon request. At St. Luke’s, we envision being transformed by God and transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community. Through this series of conversations and community visits, we’ll expand our awareness of the many issues challenging our backyard neighbors. We will explore theological foundations of faith in action for social justice that will shape our thoughts and actions so we can respond in helpful ways. Experience the positive impact we can have as we work together for the good of all. Led by Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries, and Jayne Thorne, Director of Outreach Ministries.

Six Mondays, October 11-November 15, 7-8:30PM in E107/ 109. Pre-registration is required. Childcare available upon request. Will it happen? Will it happen when Christ returns? If so, when will that be? Will it be during our lifetime? Or will it not happen at all? How can we find reliable and believable answers to questions such as these? Is there a book of the Bible that can help us sort out what the evidence really is? Join Dr. Adolf Hansen, our Theologian in Residence, as he leads an exploration of these and many related questions that are dealt with in the book of Revelation, a document that was written near the end of the first century to churches located in seven cities in western Turkey—places that can still be visited today. Come prepared to experience hope, not judgment!

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Café Conversations

Women’s Bible Study

Wednesdays beginning October 13, 9:30-11AM in E105. The Bible: A Biography (Books that Change the World) by Karen Armstrong. As the single work at the heart of Christianity, the world’s largest organized religion, the Bible is the spiritual guide for one out of every three people in the world. It is also the world’s most widely distributed book and is best-selling, with an estimated six billion copies sold in the last two hundred years. Acclaimed historian Karen Armstrong analyzes the social and political situation in which oral history turned into written scripture, how this all-pervasive scripture was collected into one work, how it became accepted as Christianity’s sacred text, and how its interpretation changed over time. Armstrong’s history of the Bible is a brilliant, captivating book, crucial in an age of declining faith and rising fundamentalism. All are welcome to join Dr. Marion Miller, St. Luke’s Associate Pastor, as she leads class discussion.

9 Wednesdays, October 27-December 15, 1-2:30PM in E105 Poetic, troubling, strange, unorthodox, courageous—all these words (and more!) describe the Old Testament book Ecclesiastes. We’ll explore the topics of vanity and meaning, wisdom and folly, wealth and poverty, toil and pleasure, as well as life and death. What did life mean all those centuries ago? What does it mean today? Facilitated by Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries.

4 Tuesdays, November 2-23, 7-8:30PM in E107-109. Pre-registration helpful. Childcare available upon request. The book of Romans is known for laying the foundation. It is the most complete discussion of Christian doctrine contained in one book of the Bible. You can read all four gospels and the book of Acts and still not have a good understanding of many important concepts, like salvation.

We will explore together an understanding of what salvation is, the difference between Christianity and religion, what it really means to be sanctified, how Christians are supposed to behave, whether Christians continue to sin, and what to do about it if you do, and much more. You will learn how and when to use, strengthen and develop powerful gifts from God. You will discover huge differences about what Christianity is and what people today think it is. Class leader is Dr. Marion Miller, St. Luke’s Associate Pastor.

Retreat

Dinner + Movie –“To Kill A Mockingbird”

The Greater Indianapolis Area Emmaus Community (GIAEC) is holding its fall Walks to Emmaus. The men’s walk #160 will be held on October 14-17, and the women’s walk #161 will be the following weekend, October 21-24. The events are held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds starting Thursday at 6PM and ending Sunday at 6PM. For details on the Walk to Emmaus please go to www.upperroom.org/ emmaus/ whatis. If you are interested in attending, contact Brian & Mollie Earnhart (317-873-2406).

Wednesday, November 10, 6:30PM (Dinner)—7PM (Movie), Fellowship Hall. Pre-registration required for dinner. Contact Maria Blake, 293-3156 or mariawblake@yahoo.com with name, number attending, dish you’ll bring for dinner. It’s the 50th anniversary of this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that offers readers the opportunity to reflect on how people feel about and respond to differences in others! Adult Ministries and the Inclusiveness Team invite you for a spirited evening in celebration of this tireless classic. We’ll begin the evening with a delicious dinner of southern cuisine (please a bring a dish to share with others) followed by the movie and then discussion led by St. Luke’s Maria Blake.

Jews & Christians in Candid Conversations, PART II

November 2 at St. Luke’s (100 W. 86th St.) The Longest Hatred: Anti-Semitism and Jewish-Christian Relations Today

Tuesdays, November 2, 16 & 30, 7-9PM. Following last year’s successful discussions, Rabbis Dennis and Sandy Sasso of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, Rev. Kent Millard, Senior Pastor of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, and Rev. Lewis Galloway, Senior Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, will lead stimulating conversations and answer questions about what Jews and Christians should know about each other. The events are free and open to the public. Please RSVP to DeAnna Moran at morand@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x367.

Laying the Foundation: Introduction to Romans

November 16 at Second Presbyterian (7700 N. Meridian St.) Jews, Christians and Zionism: Piety, Politics and Peace in the Land of Israel November 30 at Beth-El Zedeck (600 W. 70th St.) Where Christians Get Judaism Wrong. Where Jews Get Christianity Wrong, with Professor Amy-Jill Levine, author of Jesus the Misunderstood Jew.

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SUNDAY MORNING SHORT-TERM CLASSES

When Life Collides with Faith Sundays, October 10 & November 14, 11AM–Noon, Parlor.

There are times in everyone’s life when unexpected things happen, or as Rabbi Harold Kushner says, when “bad things happen to good people.” In those times, there’s a need to “make sense” out of what’s happening, especially if our faith is challenged. Sometimes all that’s needed is an opportunity to talk with someone, to vent frustration, to question God, to reexamine the connection between our faith and our expectations about the way “things are supposed to be.” All are welcome to join the conversation with Rev. Sandy Harlan.

To Kill A Mockingbird Book Discussion Sunday, November 7, 11AM-Noon, Parlor. It’s the 50th anniversary of this thought-provoking Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. On Wednesday, November 10, Adult Ministries and the Inclusiveness Team will host a “Dinner and Movie” evening where we will watch the movie and share our thoughts and feelings regarding various life lessons we can conclude from this tireless classic.

This Sunday session led by St. Luke’s Director of Adult Ministries, Terri Coe, is a quick review highlighting the story line, key characters, and issues raised within the story.

Jesus: The Misunderstood Jew Sunday, November 21, 11AM-Noon, Parlor. Author Amy-Jill Levine, a Jewish scholar who teaches New Testament studies at Vanderbilt University Divinity School in Nashville, Tennessee, offers this resource as a unique and deeper understanding of who Jesus was and what he taught. She helps us better appreciate the culture in which Jesus grew up – the diet and dress of first-century Palestine, Jewish holidays and customs, the numerous public roles of Jewish women, and the rituals of the Temple. Levine further discusses the relationship between Jews and Gentiles as the Christian movement took root during the mid to late decades of the first century. Join Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries, as we are introduced to this popular lecturer prior to her visit to Indianapolis on Tuesday, November 30 where she will be the featured speaker for the closing session of our popular Jews and Christians in Candid Conversations series with Beth-el Zedeck and 2nd Presbyterian.

The Seven Cities of the Book of Revelation Sundays, October 17, 24 & 31, 11AM-Noon in the Parlor.

There are seven historical locations in western Turkey that had communities of Christians living there near the end of the first century. These sites were photographed by Dr. Adolf Hansen, our Theologian in Residence, who will share these images, together with interpretive commentary from the first three chapters of Revelation.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES THE TRACK TRANSLATOR: • • • • •

East Wing becomes The Track Sunday School becomes Small Group Sunday School Teacher becomes Small Group Leader Children's Church becomes The Winner's Circle Family Experience becomes Family Fuel

The Track Registration Please make sure you turn in your bright yellow registration form for your children up to 5th grade as soon as possible.

Forms can be found at the information table at The Track (formally known as the East Wing) or outside the Narthex.

Also, you can register your children on-line at www.stlukesumc.com/forms/r7x4a3. If you have questions please email us at thetrack@stlukesumc.com.

Small Group Leaders Needed for Early Childhood: If you are interested in helping lead preschool, pre-kindergarten or kindergarten (at 9:30 and/or 11AM) please contact thetrack@stlukesumc.com or fill out a Small Group Leader form under Children’s Ministry at www.stlukesumc.com.

We are looking for people to help offer a loving environment on Sunday mornings to our smallest members.

Winner’s Circle: Sunday mornings will be filled with high energy fun starting at 9:30AM in Robertson Chapel for elementary aged children (1st-5th). This year our Sunday morning curriculum will be virtue based. This means that each month students will learn about a virtue and what the Bible has to say about it. October’s virtue is Initiative—

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seeing what needs to be done and doing it. The memory verse for October is “Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

PHILIPPIANS 2:4, NIV. Parents, be on the lookout for a “Refrigerator Door” handout that will highlight what your children are learning each week so you can be learning together.

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Casting Call!

Family Fuel is looking for one male to play the roll of Gordo.

Gordo is your classic geek—never leaves home without his pocket protector. If you would like to be a part of the Family Fuel cast please contact familyfuel@stlukesumc.com. The commitment is for two performances each month including rehearsals. It is a great way to meet new people and get plugged into a ministry!

4th and 5th grade Fellowship Begins Friday, October 1 is the first fellowship for all 4th and 5th graders. If you are in the 4th or 5th grade, invite a friend and join us at the Lodge from 6:30-8:30PM. We will have dinner and get to know each other through some crazy activities. Please register at www.stlukesumc.com under Children’s Ministry. If you have questions or would like to volunteer to join our team please email us at thetrack@ stlukesumc.com. Next date: November 5.

October is the Month for Trunk or Treat!

The first annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Friday, October 29, in the north parking lot of St. Luke’s, from 5–7PM. All sorts of wonderful goodies will be distributed by owners of colorfully decorated trunks of cars! Trunk or Treat is a safe, friendly, non-threatening (non-scary) Halloween event for young children sponsored by the St. Luke’s Commission on Children’s Ministries. ••• St. Luke’s Preschool and Parents Day Out is teaming with the Trunk or Treat gang to offer a Spaghetti Dinner from 4–6PM. Advance dinner tickets will be on sale October 10, 17, and 24 from 10:30–1AM ($8/adults, $5/children and seniors). When purchased at the door the price will be $10/adults, $7/children and seniors. A children’s art show contributed by the St. Luke’s Preschool kids will also be exhibited at the Spaghetti Dinner. Support the Children’s Ministries and Preschool by joining us on an autumn Friday night. All this fun and you can still be home by 7:30!!

St. Luke’s Community

Preschool & Parents’ Day Out Preschool and PDO are still enrolling for the 2010-11 school year. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum provides experiences through which children may grow socially, creatively, emotionally, cognitively and physically in a safe Christian environment. Children must be 10 months by September 1 to enroll in Parents’ Day Out, or three years by September 1 to enroll in preschool. Hours are 9AM-1PM. All teachers are experienced, highly qualified, welltrained and strive to maintain strong relationships with the children and their families. Music and Movement classes and Minds in Motion classes are included in the preschool curriculum. For more information please contact Bobbi at main-jacksonb@stlukesumc.com or Alison at straw-myera@stlukesumc.com or call us at 844-3399. We welcome new families!

COMMUNITY MINISTRIES Construction Ministry Thanks You For Your Support Construction Ministries/SAWS builds wheelchair ramps at the homes of individuals who are in need. We were very successful during the July 25th weekend when we had Dr. Kent Millard build with us and got to speak from the pulpit during all three services about the work that we do. We had 26 new people express an interest in volunteering to assist us! In addition, we have received more than $12,000 in contributions from members of the St. Luke’s congregation. A special thanks to the entire congregation for your support of our work through your service, your gifts, and your prayers. We welcome additional support; if you are interested in making a financial contribution or volunteering, contact Dave Boyer (tbucket2@sbcglobal.net or 251-1094) or Tara Lineweaver (tgline@sbcglobal.net or 329-9189).

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Fletcher Place Community Center

Fox Hill Elementary School Partnership

Breakfast dates are October 12, 14 & 15 and November 9, 11, 19 & 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 October 18 (Empty Nesters will do 10/27) and November 15 & 24. Need volunteers to donate food items, cook and especially to transport and serve. See the bulletin board in 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 at 636-3466 x4 or Karen@fletcherplacecc.org for more information.

Dr. James Mervilde, Superintendent of MSDWT, presented an award of outstanding service to St. Luke’s for our work with Fox Hill Elementary School at the opening day session of 1,000+ faculty and staff assembled at North Central High School. Dr. Mervilde shared several of the ways St. Luke’s has offered our service. While our first year was outstanding, we hope to have more volunteers and be more supportive in our second year. Take a look at the opportunities to help out, select one that fits your schedule and skills and join this terrific team of volunteers. A big thank you to everyone who participated in the August 7 Servant Day and gave Fox Hill a giant step forward in preparation for 2010-11.

Habitat for Humanity Time to build! All those beautiful 2 x 4's donated and decorated by St. Luke's members will become a three-bedroom home for the Wurota-Ghebremedhin family of four. St. Luke's has volunteer openings at the family's new address of 849 River Avenue on the near-west side on Friday, October 15. 7:30-11:30AM OR Noon-4PM; Thursday, October 21, 7:30-11:30AM; and Thursday, November 4, 7:30-11:30AM. Contact Kristin or Sara Rogers at kristinrogers@mac.com or 844-0304 if you can help. Volunteer shifts will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations of gift cards for household goods (Target, Walmart, Meijer, etc.) for the family (mom, dad, two school-age boys) can be dropped off in a box at the church office this month.

Outreach, Inc. We have served over 300 homeless and at-risk youth since January 2010. Need donations of women and men’s underwear, in all sizes, especially 10-16 women and L-XXL for men, white and black socks, hooded sweatshirts. We also are in need of household items such as dishes, pots/pans, utensils, and silverware for our youth who have obtained housing. Please contact Jackie Reed at jsrmolar@sbcglobal.net or 317-3326550. On October 11 we will once again have our Vision Dinner at Oak Hill Mansion. To attend and learn more about Outreach, Inc., contact Kim at info@outreachindiana.org.

Lunch Bunch — Come and join us for lunch on a regular or “stop-by” basis. To participate, email Tom Lange, tom.c.lange@gmail.com or call the school (259-5371).

Biztown — Our fifth grade students visit this city/economic simulation every year. There are activities they must do at school in preparation, and we also need volunteers to go with the students the day of the trip (October 21). Being part of the simulation does require a day of training, which we will arrange for you. If this is of interest to you, contact Anat Pinsky (apinsky@msdwt.k12.in.us).

Field Trip Chaperones — We are always in need of extra volunteers to supervise students on field trips. Again contact Tom Lange, tom.c.lange@gmail.com or call the school (259-5371).

Title I — Volunteers needed any time between 8:10AM2:15PM to work one-on-one with children who are working below grade level. Greatest need is on Mondays, but volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday. Contact Barb King at bking@msdwt.k12.in.us or 259-5371.

Peer Club —Tuesday mornings from 8-8:45 Fox Hill second graders are paired with a middle school student or adult volunteer for 45 minutes of one-on-one reading at Peer Club. Contact Kim Morrow at kmorrow@msdwt.k12.in.us or 259-5371.

FELLOWSHIP Ballroom Dance Lessons Couples and singles—join us every Monday night in October from 7-8 p.m. in the East Passage for our Ballroom Dance lessons. This class will be led by International Champion Michael Fatyanov. Register and pay today online on the church website (www.stlukesumc.com). Space is limited; childcare available upon request. Cost for this class is $60 (Normally $120, but discounted for St. Luke’s). Sponsored by Adult Ministries and Singles Ministries. Questions?

Contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x332

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Elderberries

Be a Part of 2010 Live Nativity

On October 7, the Elderberries will be attending the Men’s Fish Fry in the Great Hall earlier in the evening. Then at 6:15PM we invite all Fish Fry attendees to come to Robertson Chapel for a delightful Barber Shop Quartet performance provided by the Circle City Sounds. They perform at numerous community and church events around the state of Indiana. Everyone is welcome.

Live Nativity has been a Christmas tradition at St. Luke's for many years—did you know the doors leading into the Sanctuary were actually designed to ensure the unencumbered passage of camels? It may be October, but the Family Fellowship and Music Ministries are already busy planning for this year's show and we need your help!

Elderberries Euchre Game October 16. Euchre games are held in the Parlor at 7PM the third Saturday of the month. We ask that you bring a snack to share. A donation of $1/person is suggested for prize fund. As always, you are encouraged to bring a guest. You may contact Adra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404 if further information is needed.

We are seeking volunteers of all ages to help us with this year's show. For singers and instrumentalists who want to share their talent but can't commit to a full year of rehearsals, this is the show for you. We also have opportunities to participate as cast members, stage, and technical crew. There will be a few rehearsals in October and November with final rehearsals the first part of December. The performances are the second Sunday in December. That’s it! If you are interested in joining us, please contact Lisa Stebbins (stlukesLN@gmail.com).

GLOBAL HEALTH MINISTRIES Fox Hill Community Garden Needs Some Harvest Volunteers The harvest is coming in at the Fox Hill community garden and we need your help! St. Luke’s and Congregation Beth-El Zedeck have partnered through the Interfaith Hunger Initiative to create a garden at Fox Hill Elementary. The crop will be distributed to needy Fox Hill families during the school year and through a food pantry when school is not in session. Volunteers are needed to tend the garden, harvest and distribute the food. Volunteer as much or as little time as you can on your own schedule. No prior experience is required. If interested, contact Kathy Mayberry at kdsmayberry@yahoo.com or (317) 816-0167.

GREEN MINISTRIES

Tour of Platinum Leed Certified Building Want to know what a “green” building looks like? Join the Green Ministry’s Steering Committee for a tour of the Nature Conservancy’s building, 620 E. Ohio St. Thursday, November 4, 3:45-5PM, followed by dinner together. Registration required, no fee. Contact Betty Brandt at brandtb@stlukesumc.com.

Participate in 350.org

Green Ministry Award

Scientists say that 350 parts per million CO2 in the atmosphere is the safe limit for humanity. We are currently at 390 parts per million and need to lower our carbon footprint. On 10/10/10 there will be a worldwide awareness day to focus attention on this problem. Go to www.350.org to see inspiring pictures from last year’s event. The St. Luke’s Green Ministry will be participating in the Family Olympics on 10/10/10 and planting trees on the east side of the Daylily Labyrinth as our part in 350.org. Anything you can do to lower your carbon footprint on 10/10/10 and every other day will make a difference.

The Green Ministry wishes to thank Scott Semester and Connie Szabo Schmucker for their work in acquiring and installing new bike racks on the north side of the building.

Now you can ride your bike to church and have a safe, visible place to secure it.

Green Ministry Leadership Team Our ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 5:30-7PM in E213 and welcomes new people to the discussion. Contact Betty Brandt (brandb@stlukesumc.com, 846-3404) or just show up.

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GRIEF MINISTRIES All Saints Day Service Photos Needed All Saint's Day is November 1. St. Luke's holds a service every year to honor those loved ones who have gone before us this past year or many years ago. The service will be in Robertson Chapel at 7PM and includes beautiful music, prayer, scripture, lighting of candles, a memorial video, and a message from Rev. Marsha Hutchinson.

All who would like their loved one’s photograph to be included in the All Saint's Day Memorial Video should email a photograph to barnesj@stlukesumc.com. If you are unable to email, you can mail the photo to St. Luke's, or bring the photo to the main office by October 15. Please put names on all photographs and emails. Photographs can be picked up in the main office anytime the week after the service. Last year's memorial video was a wonderful tribute, and all pictures used last year will be included in this year's video. For questions, email Rev. Marsha Hutchinson at hutchinsonm@stlukesumc.com.

NEW: Cancer Support Group For those who are living with cancer and for those who love them.

Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson at 846-3404 x315 for information.

HEALTH MINISTRY Blood Pressure Screening Take advantage of a free blood pressure screening on Sunday, October 10, 9-11AM in E105. Please refrain from smoking or having caffeine thirty minutes beforehand. Offered the second Sunday of every month by St. Luke’s Health Ministries.

Walking Through the Medicare Maze Thursday, October 28, 7-8:30PM in E107/109. See page 11 for information.

LATER@ST. LUKE’S Mission Possible Kids

11th Anniversary for Later@St. Luke’s

Sunday evenings around Later@St. Luke’s are buzzing with “special agents” in lime green T-shirts representing a program called Mission Possible Kids. Between the hours of 5-7PM kids in grades 1st thru 5th are on a mission from God. The program empowers kids to change the world through helping others. It is a hands-on program that gets kids excited about missions at an early age—such as supporting United States Troops, making gifts for kids in need, and much more.

Join us every Sunday evening in E107/109. For more information, please contact Cathy Robinson at mpk@ stlukesumc.com.

October 24, 6PM, Robertson Chapel. All are invited to attend the 11th Anniversary Celebration for Later@St. Luke’s.

This special time of celebration is for everyone to gather and celebrate Later’s history and significance. This spirit-filled worship experience will include contemporary Christian, gospel and jazz music, movement, and various other expressions and presentations.

Refreshments and a time to be in community will take place immediately following this worship service in Fellowship Hall.

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October Sermon Series Later@St. Luke’s kicks off its October Sermon Series entitled “29 Days of Giving.” This sermon series is based on Cami Walker’s book, 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life.

Each sermon will embrace the natural process of giving and receiving as an attempt to shift our energy for life. Those in attendance will be asked to participate in some form of giving during the entire month. It could be as simple as giving a friend a phone call, spare change or even a Kleenex. Please join us on Sunday evenings at 6PM in Robertson Chapel.

MEMBERSHIP Become a Member The next Membership Class is Wednesday, October 28, 6:30-9PM in the Parlor. Registration is encouraged and childcare is available upon request. Please contact Sylvia at 846-3404 x343 or forbess@ stlukesumc.com. Go from “attender” to “member,” no matter how long you’ve been coming to St. Luke’s.

MUSIC MINISTRIES Once a Horn Player...

Pull that trumpet/clarinet/violin case from the back of the closet/attic/basement and join the St. Luke’s Orchestra for this year’s special “rusty musician” event. All musicians are welcome to attend rehearsal (10/14/10) and perform with the Orchestra during the Sanctuary services on Sunday, October 17. Contact Margaret Spilker at msspilker@aol.com, or Bob Zehr, orchestra director, at rdzehr@oakhillmansion.com, for more details and rehearsal date.

Be Part of the St. Luke’s Annual Christmas Gift of Music The Chancel Choir extends an invitation to singers who wish to participate in one of St. Luke’s most highly anticipated events of the year. Join us now as we prepare our music repertoire for the Christmas Concerts on Friday, Dec. 3 and Saturday, Dec. 4. Rehearsals for this concert begin on Thursday, Oct. 21. Rehearsals continue each Thursday night through Dec. 2, (Thanksgiving excepted) with two Saturday morning dress rehearsals on Nov. 20 and Nov. 27. For more information, contact Carol Tully at 566-0762 or tully95@ earthlink.net, or Mark Squire, Director of Music Ministries, at 846-3404 x334 or squirem@stlukesumc.com.

Orchestra CD Available The St. Luke’s Orchestra’s second CD is available now in Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop. Cost is $15 with all proceeds benefiting the music ministries of St. Luke’s. The album was recorded live at the May 2010 Orchestra concert and includes the popular arrangement of “Amazing Grace” featuring bagpipes, along with eleven other favorites.

That’s Entertainment!

Once again, the Chancel Choir will host a fun-filled, surprisefilled musical revue. The event will include songs from early Broadway and Vaudeville such as “There’s No Business Like Show Business,” “Danny Boy,” and “Oh! You Beautiful Doll.” The evening also includes a silent auction and delicious desserts. Performances are Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23 at 7:30PM in Great Hall. Last year’s event was a sell-out, so be sure to reserve your tickets early!

Admission is $15/person. To reserve your tickets, call 8463404 x338. Funds raised go toward the Chancel Choir’s outreach projects.

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SINGLES MINISTRIES Singles Café Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month in the Spiritual Life Center. Join us starting at 7PM for complimentary coffees and tea (concessions sold also). Stick around starting at 7:30PM for our special guest speakers. $3 admission.

OCTOBER 6: Historical Hauntings of Indianapolis. Guest

speaker will be Nicole Kobrowski from Indiana’s #1 Historical Haunting Agency, Unseen Press.

OCTOBER 20: Auschwitz: If You Cried, You Died. Watch

this remarkable documentary of those who survived the horrors of Auschwitz. Discussion will follow.

Singles Lite Meets the second Wednesday of each month at a local restaurant, museum, concert, or event. Starts at 6:30PM at various venues.

OCTOBER 13: Appetizer’s at Rick’s Boatyard. Join host Jodi Stone as we celebrate the evening with appetizers and fellowship. Please RSVP to jodistone@aol.com by October 12.

The Main Event Join us the last Wednesday of the month for our BIG MAIN EVENTS! Cost is $5 or more for each event.

OCTOBER 27: Annual Halloween Costume Party. Dress up as your favorite character in order to win some wonderful prizes. Get ready to dance! $5 admission (includes snacks and appetizers).

New Life Circle Come to New Life Circle on Tuesday, October 19 at 7PM in the Spiritual Life Center for “The Voice Within” with Minnietta Millard. In The Little Book of Promises, Peggy Rometo states that every person is capable of using intuition which will lead us in that direction. She feels that intuition is the "cord" that connects us to the voice of God, the Universal Spirit. Her exercises and meditations lead us through childhood into adulthood enabling us to find the characteristics in our own lives that lead us to be who we were meant to be and open us to where God is calling and directing us.

Minnietta will share experiences from her own life and encourage others to share theirs as we experience God’s calling. Bring a friend and join us for this special evening of inspiration and connection. Please come early at 6:30PM to help assemble Halloween party boxes for the Lebanon United Methodist Children’s Home. For additional information, call Nancy at 255-1226 or Cathy at 3347821. New Life Circle welcomes single, divorced, and widowed women of all ages.

Ballroom Dance Lessons See page 6 for details.

SOCIAL JUSTICE Pedal for Peace 2010

Social Justice Commission

Pedal for Peace is right around the corner! It is not too late to register for the second annual bike relay on Saturday, October 2, 2010 4-10PM. Let's celebrate the end of "Peace Week" as we pedal around The Major Taylor Velodrome. Spend the afternoon and evening tent gating with other teams such as The Grateful Treads, Team God B, Funatics, IPS Magnet School CFI-2& 84, The Orchard School, Pax4U just to name a few... Remember this year's recipients are CAI (Greg Mortenson) and AWAKEN (Muncie, IN). Register at www.pedalforpeace.org.

As envisioned by St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, the mission of the Social Justice Commission is to “raise awareness and understanding of current social issues and to ground them in community programs to transform the world.” The commission will be meeting in early October to review the results of a recent survey that was sent to a representative sample of St. Luke’s leaders and to begin to discern where God will lead this group as it plans 2011 programming. If you are interested in becoming a part of this commission, email Norris Lineweaver at norris. lineweaver@gmail.com or Jayne Thorne at thornej@stlukesumc.com to learn more.

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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.

PRAYER & MEDITATION

Indoor Friday Labyrinth Walk Returns Make space in your busy fall schedule for a time of meditation and prayer on our indoor canvas labyrinth. Every Friday, beginning October 1, 5-7PM, Fellowship Hall or N103/104. Candles, meditative music, a host/hostess available to answer questions. Walking Prayer is the perfect way to end your work week and begin your weekend.

Meditation for Health & Healing The author of 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life, Cami Walker, will be at St. Luke’s on Sunday, October 24 to share her remarkable story. Giving a gift a day for 29 days turned her life around and meditation was an integral part of that journey. “For me, daily prayer and meditation have restored a sense of purpose, something I was missing during the dark freefalling months of illness that preceded my first days of giving.” Cami will offer a meditation workshop on Sunday, October 24, 2-3:30PM in Fellowship Hall. Registration is required; fee $10.

HEALING MINISTRY

4th Annual Soup and Speaker Series –

Walking Through the Medicare Maze Medicare A, Medicare B, Medicare D, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement. What are they and how are they different from one another? How do I choose? When do I choose?

If you’ve ever asked yourself any of these questions, you aren’t alone. It’s complicated! If you’d like to learn more about these plans and feel a little more comfortable as you try to decide what to do, please come to hear an unbiased overview.

No specific insurance plans or carriers will be highlighted and no one will try to sell you anything. This is an informational gathering. Your presenter is Jim Chesterfield, who became an employee benefits professional after 25 years of buying, implementing and managing benefit programs for companies in Central Indiana. Meets Thursday, October 28, 7-8:30PM in E107/109. No registration or fee. A joint project of the Spiritual Life Center’s Healing Ministry and the Health Ministry.

Food and Movement: Finding the Balance Women, as a group, have historically been and continue to be nurturers – many times helping everyone but their own selves.

This Spirit and Place workshop offered by The Good Earth Natural Food Store and Mindful Movement Studio will help educate and inspire women to make smart choices about the food they eat and how those choices impact their ability to exercise well and feel their best. Bring an exercise mat and wear comfortable clothes. Tuesday, November 9, 6-7:30PM in Great Hall. No registration, donation of $5 for food suggested.

Alternative Healing Modalities The Spiritual Life Center’s Healing Ministry and the Health Ministry will once again serve up delicious soup and healthy new ideas. Five Wednesdays in Fellowship Hall (lunch Noon12:30PM, presentations 12:30-1:15PM). No fee or reservations, but donations for lunch are cheerfully accepted. Please invite your friends.

SEPTEMBER 29 – Music Therapy with Dr. Debra Burns OCTOBER 6 – Some Like It Raw-The Benefits of Raw and

Living Foods with Bobbi Main-Jackson OCTOBER 13 – Pilgrimage Healing Process with Sandy Clark

Conquering Stress Series Just in time for the holidays, this series will assist participants in learning how to prevent/alleviate stress. Learn to balance demands and resources. Learn the “thought” management strategies to prevent unjustified guilt, dysfunctional anxiety, frustration, and chronic anger/irritation. Acquire skills in maintaining a grateful attitude and positive focusing even in the most difficult circumstances. Presented by Brenda Lyon, PhD and Jane Backer, PhD. Mondays, October 25-November 22, 6:30-8PM in E105. Registration required (max. 16); fee $100.

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES & RETREATS 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.

NEW PERSPECTIVES TO DISCUSS

The Great Emergence See information on this class and discussion in the Extra Section, page 18.

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Putting a Face on African Women: Personal Stories from Kenya, Ethiopia & Sierra Leone Ask yourself: • What is it like to live as a child or woman in Kenya, Ethiopia and Sierra Leone?

• What education, health, sexual, safety and cultural issues do they face?

• With very limited resources how do they creatively deal with their challenges?

• How are we and can we in Indiana be a supportive community for our African sisters?

Get some insights from women who have worked in these countries.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 4 - Ellen Daniels-Howell on the Umoja

project, Kenya, East Africa. The lives of rural women are challenged by extreme poverty, the impact of HIV/AIDS, and restrictive social traditions. In spite of the difficulties, women persevere to rear the next generation of children and support their communities.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 11 - Valerie Chang on Ethiopia, East

Africa. One of the challenges rural Ethiopian young women face is obstetric fistula, a very damaging condition that results from being in unattended labor for days. You will hear about the people and organizations who are helping these young women overcome great odds on their road to recovery.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 18 - Barbara Hale on Sierra Leone, West Africa: Operation Classroom, UMCOR, the Women’s Center.

West African women face problems of discrimination and poor health care. Barb will share an interview with an educator and talk about training, education and skills needs.

Each evening begins at 6:30PM in Fellowship Hall with a hospitality hour. Come experience the flavor of the three African countries—food, music, books, crafts, colors, pictures and opportunities to support projects that will enrich the lives of our African sisters. Presentation and discussion, 7-9PM. No registration or fee. “Putting a Face on African Women” is a joint project of the Spiritual Life Center and the Wednesday Sunrise Book Study, motivated by reading Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. Books available for purchase in Oasis and at presentations. No registration or fee.

SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS

Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists and Dabblers OCTOBER - Pastel Workshop. Natalie Mitchell, who has many years of experience using all types of pastels, will provide an introduction to working with this medium and then share her tips and encouragement as you create your own pastel artwork. Bring any pastels or pencils you may already have to this class for both beginners and do it againers. Thursday, October 14,10AM-4PM, C122. Fee: $10 (includes lunch and materials). For questions or to register, e-mail Linda Etherton, j.etherton1@juno.com.

UNITED METHODIST MEN Monthly Men’s Breakfast

2nd Annual St. Luke's Fish Fry

All men are invited to the United Methodist Men’s monthly breakfast on Saturday, October 2 at 8AM in Fellowship Hall.

We offer a hearty breakfast, fellowship, sharing and an interesting program. The October program will feature speakers from the St. Luke's Men's group members who will share photos and their firsthand experiences from a recent Haiti mission trip to build classrooms in the village of Fondwa. Please call Jim Thorne at 255-8562 to RSVP. This will assist in planning to allow for the correct amount of food. ••• Next breakfast will be held on November 7.

Last year’s inaugural event was a huge success! The 2nd Annual UMM Fish Fry will be held on Thursday, October 7 from 4:30-8PM. Tickets are $5/kids (5-12), $10 for adults.

Kids under 5 eat free. Includes all the fish and chicken you can eat, sides, and drinks. Tickets may be purchased in the East and West Passages on Sundays, September 26 and October 3. Proceeds from this event will help rebuild the community of Fondwa, Haiti.

Volunteers are needed. If you already know that you would like to help, just e-mail Matt Roop at mroop@capcityfence.com, or give him a call at 538-5931.

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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN UMW Reading Group

UMW Cookbook

Join us on Monday, October 25 from 7-8:30PM in the Parlor to discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebeccs Skloot. Skloot is a science journalist whose debut work is a multilayered story about faith, science, journalism, and grace. It is also a tale of medical wonders and medical arrogance, racism, poverty and the bond that grows, sometimes painfully, between two very different women—Skloot and Deborah Lacks—sharing an obsession to learn about Deborah's mother, Henrietta, and her magical, immortal cells. We are sure to have an interesting discussion about modern science and the nature of immortality. Newcomers are always welcome. For information, contact Jennifer Todd at jtoddosu@aol.com.

Keep an eye out for the UMW cookbook, "Leaving a Legacy, St. Luke's United Methodist Women Supporting Missions" which will be available for purchase by the congregation toward the end of October. The cookbook contains over 500 recipes generously donated by members of our congregation, their family and friends. The cookbook will cost $15.

Proceeds will be donated to UMW missions.

UMW Rummage Sale October 13-16. Start your fall out GREEN! Contribute to the St. Luke’s UMW Rummage Sale next month.

• REDUCE clutter in that closet.

• Send items that are clean, in good condition, and can be REUSED by others.

• Come shop and RECYCLE those fabulous finds.

Drop off ALL donations (large and small) at the Great Hall Wednesday & Thursday, October 13-14 from 8AM-6PM, Friday, October 15, 8AM-Noon.

Come shop the Members’ Sale Friday, October 15 from 6-8PM, or the public sale Saturday, October 16 from 8AM-4PM. Want first pick at all the great stuff? Volunteers are needed W-F from 8AM-6PM for sorting and set up. Cashiers and workers are needed on Sale days from 5:45AM-8:15PM on Friday night, and 7:45AM-4:15PM on Saturday. Be part of the clean-up crew Saturday 4-6PM. Youth volunteers are welcome after school and can count the time as community service hours. Volunteer for two hours or stay the whole day. Contact Regan Summers at regansummers@hotmail.com to sign up.

Rummage sale proceeds benefit local and national missions, St. Luke’s Children’s Ministries, and our UMW programming. Unsold items are distributed to charities.

2010 Holiday Bazaar Mark your calendars! This year's UMW Holiday Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 13, 9AM-4PM. Grab a friend and spend some time shopping. There are always hundreds of beautiful items for sale at this wildly popular event— items like jewelry, clothing, holiday decorations, wooden toys, furniture, ceramics and artwork, as well as food and baked goods. And best of all—admission is free! ••• Volunteers needed. If you would like to help, contact Sue Nearpass at 846-6302. SET-UP: Friday, November 12, 9AM-6PM or EVENT: Saturday, November 13, 7AM-5PM.

Healthy Cooking for the Holidays Yes, it can be done! Join the ladies of UMW at its first cooking class on Saturday, November 6, from 10AM-Noon in the Parlor. To register or for more information, contact Lori Chambers at 696-5965.

UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS

Eve Circle Eve Circle invites all mothers with young children to unite with other mothers through support, faith, missions, fun and socializing. On Tuesday, October 5, 9:30-11:30AM, we will be talking about marriage and family. Join us again on October 19 to make blankets for Project Linus. ••• Eve Circle is a UMW group of mothers with young children that meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:3011:30AM in the Parlor. Free childcare available by contacting evecirclechildcare@yahoo.com. For more information, contact Jessica Mason at evecircle@yahoo.com.

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: October 11) to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch). They also meet the 4th Tuesday of each month (next meeting: October 25) 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).

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WORLD MISSIONS Upcoming Work Projects

American Indian Programs

The following is partial listing of work projects you can participate in this year. For a complete listing, visit the World Missions page at www.stlukesumc.com, or pick up a brochure in the West Passage in the World Missions area. Questions? Contact Jan Nichols at 846-3404 x364 or nicholsj@stlukesumc.com.

For several years St. Luke’s World Missions has sent teams to South Dakota to work with American Indians—now is your opportunity to learn from local tribes as our emphasis on American Indians continues. Come learn and engage as they share their culture and spirituality with us.

Jeremie, Haiti

Circles of Life 6125 Iona Road, Indianapolis Saturday, October 16 (rain date 10/23), 1–5PM This is an educational opportunity to participate and learn about the traditional Cherokee Culture. On these five acres you will experience Rachel’s Garden; the Community Garden; a sweat lodge; native drum and flute music; ribbon prayers in the wooded area, and an outdoor communion service around a bonfire at 4PM. Parking at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church (2015 S. Arlington Ave., Indianapolis). A path will lead you onto the Circles of Life property; a shuttle service will be offered. No reservation necessary, come when you can.

November 20-27—Animal Husbandry: Goats and Chickens.

This area of Haiti did not sustain earthquake damage.

There has been an increase in population as people move to safe areas. The production of food is of great importance.

The ongoing animal projects in Jeremie are enjoying success as the mission team helps with sustainability. For more information contact David Duba, 339-2481, energized1@aol.com. Approximate cost: $1,300.

Haiti Mission Medical and construction work project teams to Haiti are forming for the week of January 9-15, 2111. The cost is $350 for food, lodging, local transportation and insurance, plus the cost of airfare. If interested, please call Kay Walla at 201-5900 as soon as possible.

Naples, Florida - Habitat for Humanity January 16-21, 2011. Fun in the sun in the month of January! Work days will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday will be a day off to rest and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Cost is $250, plus transportation and housing. For more information contact Bob & Rita Burroughs, 299-5801, bburroughs@iquest.net.

Mission Trips to Sierra Leone, West Africa January-February, 2011. Two teams are planned for mission work in Sierra Leone. The first team (January 9-22) will concentrate on providing medical service, staff continuing education, administrative support, maintenance and project development at Kissy Hospital, Freetown. The second team (January 23-February 8) will work both at Kissy and upcountry in the village of Taiama. Participants will work on medical, educational, and electrical projects. They will explore the development of a Heifer project for the community. (Dates subject to airline schedule.)

Plans for team activities and itineraries are underway. Space remains for five or six persons. Especially needed are a medical technologist, doctors, a dentist, nurses, ultrasound tech and a pharmacist. If you feel a call to go, contact us with how you might share your God-given skills. Contact Don/ Marilyn Griffith at 317-502-7444 or griffithmarilyn@ aol.com until August 7; contact Barbara Hale after August 7 at 696-6747. Inclusive cost $3400. Applications and brochures available in the West Passage Mission Board. All applications must be received by September 1.

“Black Indians – An American Story” Friday, October 29, 7PM, Fellowship Hall This movie brings to light a forgotten part of America’s past—the cultural and racial fusion of Native and African Americans. Narrated by James Earl Jones, this presentation explores what brought the two groups together, what drove them apart, and the challenges that they face today.

From the Atlantic Seaboard to the Western Plains, family memories and historical highlights reveal the indelible mark of this unique ancestry and its continuing influence throughout the generations. Join representatives of the Black Indian Community for discussion session.

“Code Talkers” Friday, November 5, 7PM, Fellowship Hall This is a movie about the “Code Talkers”—some 400 in all —who fought in every major engagement in the Pacific during World War II. The language of their ancestors was an effective code that was quick to transmit and decipher but one that enemy Japanese forces could not break. Join American Indians, veterans and American Indian academic historians for a discussion after the movie. Popcorn and drinks will be provided.

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YOUTH MINISTRIES OUR MISSION: To welcome all youth and families into

Jr. High Bonfire

loving, Christ-centered relationships where they can get in tune with God's amazing love and be empowered to transform the world!

October 9, White River Campground in Cicero, Indiana.

Students will meet at the Lodge at 5:15PM and travel together to the campground for s'mores, hotdogs, and games and will return to the Lodge around 8:30PM. Cost $10/student. Sign up at www.stlukesumc.com/youth/jrhigh.

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

Halloween Party October 31, 6-7:30PM. Come dressed in your favorite costume! This will be a combined Jr/Sr High night where we will have dinner, games, competitions, prizes, combined worship music and a message by Stephanie Eft.

Register online for any of our events at www.stlukesumc.com/youth!

Annual Youth Ministries Pumpkin Sale The front parking lot goes orange beginning Friday, October 8! Purchase your fall pumpkins (as well as gourds, corn and fall decorations) from this very sincere patch through October 31. Monies raised help our Junior High and Senior High youth pay for retreats, outings and mission trips (including a SH trip to Haiti). October 8-31, 4-6:30PM weekdays, 9AM-6:30PM weekends. Honor system available for after hours.

We need some strong backs to help us unload the truck on Thursday, October 7 from 4-7PM. Contact Kevin Davis at davisk@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x326. Got a couple hours to spend working in the patch? There are shift volunteer opportunities for both adults and youth as well.

Sign-up sheets are at The Lodge. Thank you!

MARK YOUR WINTER CALENDAR NOVEMBER 13: Jr. High Serving Opportunity, location TBA NOVEMBER 13: Sr. High Service Opportunity, location TBA, cost $5 DECEMBER 10: Sr. High Progressive Dinner DECEMBER 19-20:

Combined Christmas Party & Jr. High Lock-In

Sr. High Fall Retreat to Camp Tecumseh October 2-3. Come join us in the great outdoors to enjoy fellowship, have some fun, and talk about faith in the midst of God's creation. We will be staying in cabins, hiking, climbing, canoeing, playing games, etc. If you love retreats or have never been on one but thought about checking them out, this is the perfect opportunity! Cost is $90 and should be turned in ASAP. Please make sure you have a medical consent form on file and sign-up online at www.stlukesumc.com, go to Youth Ministries.

SUMMER 2011 MISSION TRIPS JUNE 19-24: Jr. High to Newport, TN. Cost is $440. First deposit due by December 5, 2010. A parent meeting will be June 8, 2011.

JUNE 26-JULY 1: Sr. High to Lincoln County, WV. Cost is $450. First deposit due by December 5, 2010. A parent meeting will be June 8, 2011.

JULY 9-16: Haiti

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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

Jan Emmons

Oasis Bookstore

Sharon Holyoak

Sunday Worship Services 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM, Sanctuary with Dr. Kent Millard • 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.

Taizé, Third Sundays of the month, 5-5:45PM by the baptismal font in the Sanctuary with selected members of St. Luke’s Chancel Choir and Rev. Marsha Hutchinson. A service of peace and candlelight with silence, scriptures, prayer, and beautiful music.

Later@St. Luke’s, a casual, dynamic and innovative experience open to everyone. 6PM every Sunday in Robertson Chapel with Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor. Communion is served weekly. Classes and care for children also provided.

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. Begins August 22.

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:

10AM - 4PM SUNDAY 9AM - 1PM

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

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ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER New participants welcome!

A Listening Heart: Bible Study for Women with Young Children

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

2nd and 4th Mondays, 7-9PM in, E212. Childcare is available upon request. We encourage making time for scripture reading, digging deeper into our faith and reflecting on what we have learned. This study is both challenging, but “beginner” friendly. New members always welcome. For info, contact Ann Smith, 569-1359 or carmelsmith@yahoo.com, or Kari Miller, 873-8606 or kkmiller01@sbcglobal.net.

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

Every Sunday (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM, 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.

Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this afternoon group to read and discuss a diverse selection of reading materials. The group also enjoys lunches, watching movies, taking field trips and celebrating birthdays together. Our next book is Stones into Schools by Greg Mortenson. Class facilitator is Phyllis Bybee. For more information, contact Sylvia Forbes at 8463404 or forbess@stlukesumc.com.

New Beginnings

Mothers of Young Children Book Club

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.

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30AM, E105. 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 Dawn Pasquale at dawn_pasquale@yahoo.com.

Flo Hardy Bible Study

New Earth Community

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.

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.

Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book Study

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.speakingoffaith.org.

Empty Nesters

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.

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.

George Vickery Men’s Discussion 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.

Kent Millard’s Book Study Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Join this group for a time of prayer and fellowship as well as the sharing of insights. We will begin the fall with Philip Gulley's If the Church Were Christian: Rediscovering the Values of Jesus. Copies are available in the Oasis Bookstore. Following that, we will read The Misunderstood Jew by Amy-Jill Levine, and Palestinian Memories: The Story of a Palestinian Mother and Her People by Rev. Alex Awad.

Ongoing “Being” Discussion

Ongoing Meditation Group 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. No meeting 9/27.

Prayer Shawl Ministry 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).

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SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES

Spiritual Intuitive Awareness Group

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.

If you are exploring your imaginative skills and wish to deepen your ability to use intuition for discernment and to live in a God-centered state, find a safe place for discovery in this forum for learning and sharing.

Led by Maria Celeste, first Tuesdays, October 5 and November 2, and fourth Tuesday, October 26, 6:15-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. No registration; $10/session.

New Perspectives on Sunday Morning

Oneness Blessing

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. Current study is The Great Emergence by Phyllis Tickle followed by the DVD series "Countering Pharaoh's Production—Consumption Society Today" featuring Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann.

The Oneness Blessing is not a faith or a religion, but rather a practice that may help people reach a deeper level of connectedness with their own faith. It is a practice that is spreading all over the world; Irene Maher will be bringing it to St. Luke’s on the 1st Tuesdays of the month, October 5 and November 2, 7:15-8PM in the Spiritual Life Center. $10 donation.

New Beginnings

Mondays, September 13-November 1, 7:30 & 9:30AM; and Thursdays, September 16-November 4, 8:30AM in N101/102. $96 or Walk-ins/$15 for either session. Registration suggested, taught by Marsha Pappas. Classes continue on November 15 & 18.

Empty-Nesters

Sundays, 9:30AM in E213. A self-led couples’ class that meets Sunday mornings. In October we will begin a parenting study using the book The Parent You Want to Be. When it comes to parenting, who you are is more important than what you do. Learn how to select your top four or five “intentional traits” and pass them along to your children. Contact Nathan or Paula Montgomery for more information: n8withan8@gmail.com or 340-7115.

BODY / MIND / SPIRIT

Ongoing Integral Hatha Daytime Yoga

“Pay What You Can” Happy Yoga

PRAYER & MEDITATION

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.

Guided Meditations

Kundalini Yoga

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.

Kundalini Yoga combines mantra, motion and posture to create an individual experience of the Infinite.

Taught by Karla Becker. Bring a blanket or mat. Beginners welcome. 6 Wednesdays, September 29-November 4 and November 10-December 15. Fee: $60 for all six sessions, or walk-ins/$15.

“Drum On” Circle Live with Vibrancy, Rhythm and Passion. All are invited to experience an hour of drumming every 4th Wednesday (October 27). Led by Dane McCullough, Modular Building, 6:30-7:30PM. Drums are provided or bring your own. No experience necessary.

Ongoing Qigong Classes 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.

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Aikido Training

Care Committee

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.indianapolis-aikikai.org. Adult classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7-9PM, Saturdays, 8-10AM. Classes for children ages 6-15, Saturdays, 9:45-10:30AM. All classes in N103/104.

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.

CHILDREN’S MUSIC 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 non-judgmental 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 Monday, October 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 Meets the first Tuesday of the month from 7-8PM, E213. Next meetings: October 5 and November 2. This is a laidback, easygoing group open to learning and sharing through exercise, diet and prayer. Contact Debbie Allen at 796-2189.

Family Support Group Wednesdays, October 13 and November 10 in the Conference Room, both meetings at 6:30PM. The group offers emotional and spiritual support for families who have a member abusing drugs or alcohol.

Adult ADD Support Group Tuesdays, October 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.

Jesse’s Street Meets the 3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8PM in the Parlor.

Next meeting: Monday, October 18. 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.

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.

All rehearsals are held in E208.

GENESIS (ages 4 - kindergarten) Rehearsal: Sundays 8:50 - 9:20AM ELEMENTARY (grades 1 - 5) Rehearsal: Sundays 10:25 - 11:15AM ELEMENTARY BELL CHOIR (grades 3 - 5) Rehearsal: Sundays 11:15AM - Noon CRESCENDO! (grades 6 - 9) Rehearsal: Tuesdays 7-8PM CHORISTERS (grades 3 - 9 by audition) Rehearsal: Tuesdays 6:30-7:15PM VOICE FOR LIFE (grades 3 - 9) Class: Tuesdays 6-6:30PM

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GRIEF MINISTRIES

SINGLES

(H.U.G.S.)—Healing Under Grief Support. Find yourself needing fellowship and support on your journey following the loss of a loved one?

The Gathering Small Group

Dad’s Grief Group for Loss of a Child Meets Tuesday mornings for breakfast at 7AM at the Hilton Indianapolis North Hotel, 8181 N. Shadeland Ave. For info call Dr. Adolf Hansen, 846-3404 x450. SECOND LOCATION/DAY: Thursdays, 7AM at Bob Evans (135 and Main St., Greenwood).

HOPE For pregnancy loss or loss of a baby. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM, Spiritual Life Center. Call Rev. Marsha Hutch-inson, 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

Every Sunday, 11AM–Noon, E107/109. Join us for a time of spiritual formation, coffee and a donut, conversations about life, prayer, and scripture reading. Led by Chris Thornsberry, Associate Director of Adult Ministries.

OCTOBER 3: First Brunch Pitch-in and Prayer

(bring your favorite breakfast snack to share with others.)

OCTOBER 10: Witness—An Alternate City OCTOBER 17: Work—Cultivating the Garden OCTOBER 24: Justice—A People for Others OCTOBER 31: Eternity—The World That Is to Come

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!

Meets October 28, 6:30PM in the Conference Room. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for more information at 8463404 x315.

OCTOBER 3: First Brunch Pitch-in (SEE ABOVE) OCTOBER 10: Paradise Café (N. Meridian) OCTOBER 17: Chiles (Keystone) OCTOBER 24: Granite City (N. Meridian) OCTOBER 31: Mark Pi’s (Nora)

HUGS Group (for fellowship and support following the

Sunday Night Singles

loss of a husband, wife or significant other) Meets Sundays, 2-4PM in the Parlor. The group goes out for light supper following the meeting (optional). Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for details at 846-3404 x315.

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.

following the Loss of a Young Adult Child

Footprints An opportunity for lay people who would like to become a caring resource to someone who is recently bereaved. For information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x 315.

AFTER Later@St. Luke’s Fun Filled Activities (2nd and 4th Sundays).

OCTOBER 10: Chipotle (Nora) OCTOBER 24: McAlister’s Deli (N. Meridian)

Questors

Singles Euchre Social

A newly formed group of men and women who share the experience of losing a spouse to death or divorce.

This group will meet monthly for day trips and other activities and “adventures.” October 29 Pitch-In: 5:30PM in the Parlor. For more information, call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson at 846-3404 x315.

Euchre games every 1st and 3rd Thursday from 6:309:30PM in the Parlor. Come join us, no matter your skill level, for a time of fun and fellowship. $3 admission required to play. Appetizers will be served, and the winner will receive a prize.

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 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.

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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.

UNITED METHODIST MEN Monthly Men’s Fellowship Come out for a relaxing evening of food, drinks, and fellowship with the men of St. Luke's. No script or agenda. Meet new friends, or catch up with old ones. Every third Wednesday of the month (October 20) at 8:30PM, Smee’s Place, located on the NW corner of 86th and Ditch. Please RSVP to Matt Roop at mroop@capcity-fence.com, or 538-5931.

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge WIRED is our Sunday morning time for 6th-8th graders designed to connect them to each other and to God. Beginning this Fall 2010, Sunday mornings will look and feel a lot different. 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.

OCTOBER 3: "Reflection" What part of yourself are you

trying to hide? We all feel pressure to show the real us.

OCTOBER 10: "New Friend Request" Friendship requires

something from us and there's a smart way to do friendship that will draw us closer to God's heart.

OCTOBER 17: Week 2 of "New Friend Request."

OCTOBER 24: Week 3 of "New Friend Request."

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, they get "amped," picking up where Sunday morning left off. It is a time designed to dive into more depth with the topic so that students can "amp" up and let their lives do the talking. Students experience a time of games, small groups, a brief time of teaching, and intimate and reflective worship.

OCTOBER 24: NO JR. HIGH AMPED evening meeting due

to Fall Break

YOUTH MINISTRIES

WEEKLY OCTOBER SR.HIGH OFFERINGS (9-12th grade)

It's fall, but we're just getting started with our year. 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.

Wake Up at Starbucks

WEEKLY OCTOBER JR.HIGH OFFERINGS (6-8th grade)

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM This Sunday morning group meets for coffee, discussion, and fellowship at Starbucks. There's nothing like a little caffeine and conversation to liven your character! All senior high students are welcome. Meet us at Starbucks, or come to the Lodge around 9:15 to catch a ride. Starbucks at Willow Lake (2800 W. 86th Street, across from Brebeuf High School).

Confirmation

Wake Up at the Lodge

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge OCTOBER 3: The Book - Ryan McGee OCTOBER 10: Creation - Kevin Davis OCTOBER 17: The Story - Kevin Davis OCTOBER 24: NO CONFIRMATION - FALL BREAK OCTOBER 31: The Story Cont’d - Kevin Davis

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge This group will meet on Sunday mornings at the Lodge for those who want fellowship and discussion on the church campus. Topics are to be determined, but may include current events, Bible passages and characters, sports, music and movies, etc. Again, all senior high students are welcome!

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Wake Up at the Big House Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM in N103/104 (main building) This Sunday morning offering will provide servant and leadership development for those who are planning on attending our summer mission trips.

LIVE! at the Lodge Sundays, 6-7:30PM Each Sunday evening we will meet for games, fellowship, faith discussion and worship. Not sure about your faith and want to check out what it's all about a little more or hang out with friends? This is for you! On fire for God and wanting to dig deeper in your faith? This is for you! Experiencing doubts and wanting to discuss them more with friends you can trust? This is for you!

Join us Sunday evenings this fall, and let's LIVE life together and in tune!

OCTOBER 3: LIVE! at the Lodge canceled because of Sr. High Retreat (get your homework done! :)

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Use this calendar to participate in St. Luke’s “29 Days of Giving” program beginning October 24. See www.stlukesumc.com for more details.

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