8.25.2024
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.
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 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.
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
Stop by the Connection Centers to get your questions answered, sign up for groups, serving opportunities, and events, and learn about ways to connect here.
RESTLESS CHILD AREAS - NORTH INDY AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE
NURSING PARENT AREA
NORTH INDY- E126
MIDTOWN - LEFT OF GATHERING AREA
Enjoy our live services in these spaces if you’d like to nurse in private and/or if your child needs a break during worship.
CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE
OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON
Discover unique gifts and inspiring books at Connections Gift store at the North Indy Campus. Visit us for a thoughtful selection of items perfect for any season.
CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION
9:00AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
The Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection on Sunday mornings. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.
NORTH INDY ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA - EAST BALCONY
Sabrena Scott is a seasoned crafter specializing in mixed media, collage, and monoprinting with a gel plate. Starting with crochet at age 9 and progressing through sewing, knitting, and rubber stamping, she has honed her skills over many years. For purchasing inquiries, contact Sabrena at 317-292-4833 or sabrena@iquest.net.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA
Ginger “Relly” Pearson is an innovative disruptor and multidisciplinary artist based in Indianapolis, IN. Specializing in acrylic paintings, murals, body painting, live art, epoxy resin, and woodworking, and has completed over 100 commissions for public and private collectors. For more information, visit www.rellyart.com or follow @relly.inc on Instagram.
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING A CARE NEED?
WE
ARE HERE FOR YOU
We want to care for you through prayers, support, and visits. If you or someone you know is hospitalized, currently living in a healthcare center, assisted living or confined to their home, we are here for you. If you need of a Care Team member either in response to a death or a tragic event after office hours, please call (317) 846-3404 and follow the prompts or visit stlukesumc.com/needcare.
ATTENDANCE
Your attendance matters. Scan the QR code on the back of the bulletin to let us know you’re here! It’s an excellent way to stay connected with St. Luke’s.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Sign-up to receive weekly emails and/or the St. Luke’s monthly newsletters at stlukesumc.com/subscribe. Make sure we have your current contact information, go to stlukesumc.com/myaccount and update your contact info, view giving information, and more.
TODAY
SCOUT POPCORN SALES
TODAY OUTSIDE YOUR WORSHIP SPACE - NORTH INDY
Support our Scout Troop and enjoy a delicious treat! Purchase from a variety of flavors of popcorn from Scout Troop 56 this morning before or after church service. Your purchase helps fund incredible adventures and leadership development for our young people.
GET CONNECTED
UNCOVER THE HEART OF ST. LUKE’S!
AUGUST 27 AT 6:30PM
Join us for a church tour and discover the hidden gems of our North Indy campus. Find peace in our tranquil prayer chapel and marvel at the captivating stories behind our stained glass windows. Ever wondered about Luke’s Lodge? Let’s explore its purpose together! Whether you’re a longtime member or new to our community, join us to learn more about our rich history. Register at stlukesumc.com/ newhere
WALK AND TALK
RITCHEY WOODS NATURE PRESERVE - SEPTEMBER 8
Join us for a leisurely walk through a local park sharing appreciation of God’s beautiful creation and gratitude to those who keep our parks available to everyone. Time for quiet contemplation or conversation with others from St Luke’s. This group will walk at different parks on the second Sundays of the month through October. September 8 at 2PM, Eagle Creek Park, 71st St. entrance parking area, meet at trailhead.
DIVORCE CARE
SESSION BEGINS SEPTEMBER 9
While divorce is always hard, many are facing additional obstacles that make this season of life even more difficult. St. Luke’s wants you to know that you are not alone. We welcome you to our DivorceCare class meeting on Monday evenings starting September 9, 2024. The class runs for a total of 13 weeks. The cost for the workbook is $20 with scholarships available. Register online at stlukesumc.com/ divorcecare
STARTING POINT
SEPTEMBER 15 - AFTER ALL SERVICES - BOTH CAMPUSES
If you’re new or newer to St. Luke’s join us immediately after service for Starting Point, a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. You’ll meet others who are new and leave with next steps to help you find your place here. This is a great way to become familiar with who we are and how we live out our faith.
DECONSTRUCTION DONE HEALTHY
STARTS SEPTEMBER 19 AT 7PM - MIDTOWN
Is your faith feeling fragile? You’re not alone. Many of us carry baggage from our church experiences. This class will guide you through faith deconstruction in a healthy way. Learn to discern what to keep and what to let go. Our leaders have been there and come out stronger. Join Pastor Mindie Moore and Jon Jones for this engaging class. Discover how to rebuild a stronger, more authentic faith. Don’t miss out! Register at stlukesumc.com/classes
MAKE AN IMPACT
SPEAK UP, MAKE A DIFFERENCE! OUTREACH INTERPRETERS
NEEDED
Are you fluent in more than one language? Your skills can transform lives. We’re seeking compassionate individuals to volunteer as interpreters for our community outreach programs. Help bridge language barriers at events like Hub for Hope Diaper Distributions, Angel Tree, Back to School Bash, Rental/Utility Assistance meetings, and more. Your ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds is invaluable. Join our interpreter team and make a lasting impact. We need Arabic, ASL, Dari/Farsi, Haitian Creole, and Spanish speakers, but all languages are welcome to interpret or even translate virtual/physical communications! Sign up at stlukesumc. com/language
BECOME A LUKE’S LEADER MENTOR! THIS FALL, STARTS WEEK
OF SEPTEMBER 9
Are you passionate about empowering young minds? Join us this fall as we launch another year of Luke’s Leaders! This after-school program develops confident, community-minded leaders aged 10-14. By sharing your skills and experience, you can help shape the future. Together, we’ll inspire young people to create positive change in their world. Sign up today to mentor the next generation of leaders! To volunteer or for more information please visit stlukesumc.com/ lukesleaders.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | Michael Conley, piano
Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Call to Worship | Charlotte Kouns
Opening Hymn | All Creatures of Our God and King #62 (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
Announcements
Anthem | Psalm 23 - Chancel Choir
Prayer | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Dismissal of Children
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Offertory | Praise the Lord - Chancel Choir
Doxology
Scripture Reading | Hebrews 13:1-3
Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn | Where Charity and Love Prevail #549 (3vs)
Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay
Postlude
