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. We are “wrapping up winter” and all winter wear (including wraps, hats and gloves) is 25% off. 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 - CRITT HUNTER
From teacher to principal to prison program supervisor, this artist’s career in education spanned 43 years. Retirement and the pandemic finally allowed a focus on long-deferred artistic passions. Now, Critt Hunter captures nature’s fleeting beauty, especially the vibrant hues of summer blossoms, in their paintings.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA - NALEEMA
DEVANA
Naleema Devana is an award-winning mixed media artist. Her art is influenced by nature and landscapes. You can find more of Naleema’s work on Instagram @devanagallery.
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
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.
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
GET CONNECTED
LENT SMALL GROUPS
SIGN-UPS OPEN TODAY!
As we journey through Lent, we invite you to join a small group. These groups meet at various locations but have the same goal: following the sermon series through Lent while developing relationships with people. Studies show that small groups build community, provide support, and create a sense of belonging. Sign up today at stlukesumc. com/lentgroups
MOSAIC
COMMUNITY GROUP
FEBRUARY 19 - 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 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
20S | 30S RESTAURANT TAKEOVER: BABY’S
FEBRUARY 20 AT 6:30PM – BABY’S, INDIANAPOLIS
Join other young adults at a local restaurant for some drinks and conversations. Meet and get to know each other while you enjoy some great food. No need to register in advance – see you there!
FAMILY FRIDAY WORKSHOP
FEBRUARY 21 - NORTH INDY FROM 6-9PM
Feeling the parenting pressure? You’re not alone! Join us for our Family Friday Parenting Workshop. Connect with other parents, learn valuable strategies for raising resilient kids, and get your questions answered by Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Lindsay Kusy. While you’re at it, sign your kids up for the Middle School Invite Night (forts & fun!) or Kid’s Night In. It’s a win-win! Register at stlukesumc.com/ familyfriday
CARING FOR OUR IMMIGRANT NEIGHBOR
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 AT 12:30PM
Join us for an informational meeting hosted by the Immigrant Welcome Center. The focus of this gathering will aim to help us understand the vibrancy, value, and complexity of immigrant communities in Indianapolis and the unique challenges that even legal immigrants face today. Childcare and lunch will be provided and registration is required: stlukesumc.com/neighbor
MEN’S MINISTRY - 5 IRON SOCIAL
FEBRUARY 23, 1-4PM – 5 IRON, DOWNTOWN INDY
Join us a Sunday afternoon social at 5Iron and enjoy four virtual golf bays for those who want to knock the rust off their game, or watch the IU vs Purdue Basketball game on the TVs for those who just want to hang out. There will be fun contests with prizes and shuffleboard, pool, food, drink, and fellowship. We have secured the venue with some generous donations so there will be no cost to you. Register at stlukesumc.com/fiveironsocial
EARLY RESPONSE TEAM TRAINING
MARCH 1 FROM 8:30AM - 5PM
Help others rebuild after disasters. Join the Early Response Team and attend our training session to learn how to offer aid, clear debris, & provide comfort. This is a free training at St. Luke’s with breakfast, lunch and snacks included! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/ earlyresponseteam
MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR KICK-OFF
SUNDAY, MARCH 2 AT 11AM - NORTH INDY
We are excited to announce the launch of a brand-new Middle School Choir program! This choir is open to all students in grades 5 through 8 and will perform in worship quarterly at North Indy, and possibly be the foundation for a middle school praise band at the Lodge on select Sunday mornings. For more info and to register: stlukesumc.com/middleschoolchoir
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
VBS: LIVE IT OUT!
JUNE 9 – 13
Join our Kids Ministry for a week filled with fun and faith during the best week ever where kids will learn to love like Jesus and “Live It Out!” VBS offers half-day options for kids who are in their early years and it’s a full day of fun for the elementary aged kids. Registrations for participants and volunteers are NOW OPEN: stlukesumc.com/vbs
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 | Appalachian Carol - Orchestra, Bob Zehr, conductor
O Store Gud (O Great God) - Orchestra, Bob Zehr, conductor
Bringing In the Light | Kennedy Whisner, acolyte
Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Opening Hymn | Blessed Assurance #369 (3vs)
Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Jen Gibbs
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
Anthem | Down to the River to Pray - Chancel Choir & Orchestra
Prayer | Rev. Jen Gibbs
Dismissal of Children
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Jen Gibbs
Black History Moment | Judge John Baker
Offertory | Great is Thy Faithfulness - Chancel Choir & Orchestra
Doxology
Scripture Reading | Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 25:37-40; Galatians 5:22
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn | My Faith Looks Up to Thee #452 (4vs)
Benediction
Postlude
