WELCOME
Welcome to St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. We are grateful you’re here to worship with us. St. Luke’s is an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love or what you look like, know that God loves you and YOU BELONG HERE.
PRAYER
We have an entire team dedicated to praying for you. If you have a prayer request, fill out a prayer request card and drop it in the offering basket. Or you can submit your anonymous prayer request online at stlukesumc.com/prayer.
COME BACK NEXT WEEK!
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
NORTH INDY
Traditional 9:30, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11AM MIDTOWN
Contemporary at 11AM
ONLINE, FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE
The North Indy Sunday morning services are live-streamed on our website, Facebook & YouTube.
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL
@stlukesindy
GIVING
Your financial gifts are transforming our church, our community, and the world! Here are the ways to give today at St. Luke’s:
• Drop checks/cash in the baskets during service
• Scan the QR code or go to: stlukesumc.com/give
• Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S
DONUTS & COFFEE
NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL
MIDTOWN - DOWNSTAIRS
Grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a delicious donut, and take the time to connect with those around you.
CONNECTION CENTERS
OUTSIDE THE WORSHIP SPACES
Visit the Connection Centers located outside each worship space to have your questions answered and discover ways to connect.
RESTLESS CHILD AREAS - NORTH INDY
AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE
NURSING PARENT AREA
NORTH INDY- E126
MIDTOWN - LEFT OF GATHERING AREA
Feel free to use our live services in these areas if you want to nurse privately or if your child needs a break during worship.
CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE
OPEN SUNDAYS FROM 8:45-12:30
Discover unique gifts and inspiring books. Visit us for a thoughtful selection of items perfect for any season. This is a volunteer-run store, and all profits benefit Hub for Hope.
CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION
9:00AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
On Sunday mornings, the Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.
NORTH INDY ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA EAST BALCONY -SUSAN COOK
A lifelong passion for art, ignited by childhood horse drawings, led Susan Cook to a successful career in education. Rediscovered during the pandemic, Susan now finds joy in plein air painting and a vibrant artistic community.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA - BRINTON FARRAND
Self-described as a “unique observer of the common man, creating uncommon artwork and commissions in Indy.” You can find more of Brinton’s work on Instagram @farrandfineart.
CONTACT OUR CARE MINISTRY
Life gets difficult for all of us, and whatever you’re going through today, you don’t have to do it alone. If you or someone you know could use support, call (317) 846-3404 to reach a member of our Care Team. You can also visit stlukesumc.com/needcare
KEEP IN TOUCH
Sign up to receive St. Luke’s newsletters at stlukesumc.com/subscribe. Need to update your contact or giving information? Visit stlukesumc. com/myaccount. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok @StLukesIndy
ATTENDANCE
Please scan the QR code on the back of the bulletin or stop by the Connection Center to let us know you’re here.
SPECIAL NOTE
SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER:
BISHOP TRACY S. MALONE
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
- NORTH INDY
Join us for a special morning to welcome Bishop Tracy S. Malone as our guest preacher. Bishop Malone was assigned to the Indiana Conference of The United Methodist Church effective September 1, 2024. She also is currently the president of the Council of Bishops, president of the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women and is a member of the Board of Trustees of Africa University. North Indy services on Jan. 26 will be at 9:30AM in the Sanctuary and 11AM in Robertson Chapel.
GET CONNECTED
WINTER GROUPS & CLASSES
STARTING JANUARY
Whether you’re looking for a one-time workshop or a longer class or group, the Adult Discipleship team has created options for everyone to grow. Visit stlukesumc.com/groups to check out what’s coming up and join!
MOSAIC COMMUNITY GROUP
JANUARY 15 - EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY
We are a diverse group of adults, both with and without disabilities, seeking to grow in connection with one another while deepening our faith. Join us for a monthly devotion, singing, prayer, and a fun activity! To learn more about our ministry and become part of the group, please visit us at stlukesumc.com/mosaic
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
STARTING: JANUARY 15TH AT 5:30PM
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinners! Enjoy a delicious and affordable meal in Great Hall every Wednesday from January 15 to March 5 at 5:30PM. It’s perfect for busy schedules and for connecting with friends before classes and groups.
20|30’S MINISTRY KICKOFF
JANUARY 17 @ 6:30 PM | HALF LITER BBQ
Join other 20-somethings and 30-somethings at a local restaurant for drinks and conversation. Get to know each other while enjoying delicious food! We’re excited to celebrate the official launch of this
new ministry. Bring a friend, and we’ll see you there! Register here: stlukesumc.com/20s30s
STARTING POINT
JANUARY 19 - FOLLOWING SERVICES - BOTH CAMPUSES
If you are new or newer to St. Luke’s and would like to learn more about who we are and how we live out our mission, join us for this 30-minute session after each service. You’ll meet others who are also new and leave with the right next step as you connect at St. Luke’s. No registration is needed; just stop by!
POVERTY 101
WEDNESDAYS AT 6:30PM | ROOM N103-104
JANUARY 22-FEBRUARY 26
Registration is now open! This unique training challenges stereotypes about poverty and ultimately provides a better understanding of the poverty mindset. The six-week, in-depth class will be led by guest educator Tim Streett, the Assistant Director of Shepherd Community Center. Tim draws on his thirty years of experience, along with formal education in sociology and theology, to teach about issues related to poverty, urban development, and urban ministry. Register at stlukesumc.com/classes
DIVORCECARE
BEGINS JANUARY 27 AT 6:15 PM – NORTH INDY
DivorceCare is a safe space to connect with caring people who will support you as you heal from the pain of separation or divorce. You’ll find assistance in managing emotional turmoil and practicing decision-making tools. Register at stlukesumc.com/divorcecare
KIDS [LOVE] BUG BALL
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2025 FROM 6 PM – 9 PM WITH QUIET HOUR FROM 6-7PM
Get ready for our [Love] Bug Ball - a fun-filled event for kids and their grown-ups! Come dressed in your fancy cloths, as your favorite bug (or just come as you are) and enjoy dancing, crafts, games, and all kinds of fun. Whether you’re fluttering like a butterfly, buzzing like a bee, or just here for the laughs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s a chance to celebrate love, bugs, and everything in between – we can’t wait to see you there! Register at stlukesumc. com/kids
THIS SUMMER IN STUDENT MINISTRY
St. Luke’s Student Ministry is already dreaming of summer, and we want students, and you’re invited! We have summer camps for both middle school and high school students, along with mission trips to Pontiac, MI, and Belize! To find out more about all the opportunities for spiritual growth this summer, visit stlukesumc.com/ summerstudents
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
FEBRUARY 16, 2025 - NORTH INDY
The Exploring Membership Class will help you learn more about the
United Methodist Church and the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Here, you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission to be an affirming community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ. Hear the story of our church and discuss what it means to be a member of this local congregation through serving, growing in your faith journey, and moving toward generosity, and more. Register online at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps
ADULT RETREAT
MARCH 7-9 – EPWORTH FOREST RETREAT CENTER
A weekend retreat designed to foster a mountain-top spiritual transformation through worship, small-group training sessions, quiet reflection time, physical activities, fun games, and fellowship with fellow St. Lukers. For more information and to register visit stlukesumc.com/adultretreat
MIDTOWN
COZY SOUP LUNCH
FEBRUARY 23 @12:15PM - MIDTOWN CAMPUS
Enjoy a cozy soup lunch on a chilly winter day! Join us immediately after church in the Midtown Lower Level for lunch. The whole family is welcome! Please register at stlukesumc.com/ events
NORTH INDY ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | Michael Conley, Piano; String Quartet
Bringing In the Light | , acolyte
Opening Hymn | Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee #89 (4vs)
Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:
All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love. We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength. We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need. We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice. We believe in the Church as the fellowship, for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord. We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting. Amen.
Glory to God
Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Anthem | Jubilate Deo - Chancel Choir
Prayer | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Dismissal of Children
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Offertory | Praise His Holy Name - Chancel Choir & Art Reiner, Percussion
Doxology
Scripture Reading |
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn | Be Still My Soul #534 (3vs)
Benediction
Postlude
