WHO WE ARE
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 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, we want you to know that Jesus loves you and YOU BELONG HERE.
PRAYER
Submit your anonymous prayer request at stlukesumc.com/prayer or on the online prayer wall at stlukesumc.com/prayerwall.
GIVE
Your gifts are transforming our church, our community, and the world! There are four ways to give today at St. Luke’s.
• Scan the QR code or go to: stlukesumc.com/give
• Text: STLUKESUMC to 77977
• Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
• Drop checks/cash in the baskets during service
04.16.23
TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S
DONUTS & COFFEE FELLOWSHIP HALL
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
GATHERING AREA (LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY) & CENTRAL PASSAGE
NURSING PARENT ARE A - E126
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
NORTH INDY • OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON
Join us on Thursday, April 20th for friends and family shopping 10:00am7:00pm.
Our volunteer-run store at the North Indy campus is filled with Mother’s Day gifts and more. 100% of the profits from sales support housing security in our community through Hub for Hope. We are seeking special volunteers needed to help secure a new point-of-sale system. If you have experience in this, please contact Susan Fuquay at fuquay@yahoo.com.
JUSTICE MINISTRIES
NORTH INDY - WEST PASSAGE • AFTER SERVICES
Education will be an important subject in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly. Subscribe to Chalkbeat to get daily updates via email at chalkbeat.org/newsletters . Stop by the Justice Table to learn more.
SILENCE ON SUNDAY
NORTH INDY – PRAYER CHAPEL
Pause for silence and communion in this sacred space.
STARTING POINT
TODAY AT 10:45AM & 12:15PM • NORTH INDY
Starting Point is a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. You’ll meet others who are new and leave with a next step to help you find your place within the church. This is a great way to become familiar with who we are and how we live out our faith. No registration is needed for the North Indy classes. stlukesumc.com/nextsteps
PARENTS OF SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS/STUDENTS GROUP TODAY FROM 12:30-2PM | NORTH INDY
We are never meant to walk life’s journey alone. Joys and challenges often come to us in unanticipated ways, and we want to walk alongside you through all of the ups, downs, and in-betweens. This group is for parents and caretakers of kids, youth, and adults with special needs. Please register at stlukesumc.com/specialneeds.
Sign up to receive Pastor Rob’s weekly emails and/or the St. Luke’s monthly newsletter, update your subscriptions and preferences at stlukesumc.com/ subscribe.
To make sure we have all of your current contact information, go to stlukesumc.com/myaccount where you can:
• Update communication preferences
• View the online church directory
• Submit a prayer request
• View giving information
• And more!
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@stlukesindy TAIZE SERVICE
APRIL 17, 5:30-6:30PM (3RD MONDAYS)
NORTH INDY – N103/104
Taize worship is based on the tradition developed in Taize, France after WWII when a group of men came together to pray for peace. A Taize service invites you into a time of contemplation using simple chanting, prayers, scripture, and 10 minutes of silence. Please join the chant choir, Rev Janet Tiebert and Betty Brandt in re-establishing this contemplative tradition at St. Luke’s.
DEMENTIA CARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
TUESDAY, MAY 2 AT 6PM • NORTH INDY - SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER
This support group serves caregivers of those affected by memory loss, including Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Members of the church and community are welcome will find loving support, share resources, and encouragement along their journey. The facilitators of this support group are church members and have been trained by the Alzheimer’s Association. This group will meet the first Tuesday of each month through December. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.
MAY ARTIST MEET & GREET
SUNDAY MAY 7 AT 10:30AM - EAST GALLERY
Critt Hunter spent 43 years teaching art to middle/secondary students and inmates in Kentucky prisons. Once he retired, he began to focus on his own art and was instantly accepted into juried exhibits and art fairs like the Hoosier Salon. He captures the beauty of nature with vibrancy and power.
HIGH SCHOOL HALF DAY RETREAT
MAY 13 | EAGLE CREEK PARK | STUDENTS GRADES 8-12
The High School Ministry is taking a Saturday to hike, kayak, play games and spend intentional time welcoming current 8th graders into the HS Ministry at Eagle Creek! This is a great way for 8th graders to do their first HS activity and get to know some older students. Current high school students will enjoy this fun day with their peers. Cost is $10, signup at stlukesumc.com/students.
CONNECT STAY IN TOUCH
UWF SPRING TEA
SATURDAY, MAY 13 • 1PM • ST. LUKE’S
Come and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea crafted for all, and completely free of charge. This event has been made possible by the United Women of Faith and will feature keynote presenter, Vena Holden of Selective Seconds with entertainment by The Sweet Adelines. A free will offering will be collected for Upstream Prevention. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to bond with others, gain valuable insights from our speaker, and enjoy some tea & sandwiches. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/springtea
SOWERS: PLANT SALE
MAY 14 • NORTH INDY – WEST PASSAGE
The Sowers have manicured their gardens, separated the perennials, organized extra plants and are ready to sell them. Come pick from our bounty before and after services on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Sower’s members will be there to answer basic questions on plant care. Proceeds go to upkeep and upgrades of the Sower’s Garden.
MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT
MAY 19 AT 6PM • NORTH INDY – THE LODGE
Calling all 5th-8th grade students! Join us for our May 2023 Invite Night - Messtival! We’ll play some messy water-based games, eat some messy food, and play color wars! stlukesumc.com/students
KIDS VBS
JUNE 12-16 • NORTH INDY
Whether they’re preschool or elementary aged, kids will move to follow Jesus Here, There, and Everywhere with this engaging, hands-on Vacation Bible School program. Kids will enjoy lessons, games, crafts, snacks, serving opportunities, and more! Scholarships are available. $50 full day/$150 max, $25 for half day/$75 max and scholarships are available. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/kids.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM
JUNE 26-JUNE 30 • HALF-DAY ($50): 9AM-NOON
FULL-DAY ($100): 9AM-5PM • NORTH INDY CAMPUS
This week-long day camp gives middle schoolers (5th-8th grade) a chance to form new friendships, serve alongside their peers, learn more about faith in worship times designed specifically for them, and play all kinds of insane games. This year’s theme is Medieval Mayhem! We will talk about what it means to us that Jesus is “king,” debunking the bad narratives we’ve heard of kings and learning about the selflessness of the kingdom Jesus talks about. Register at stlukesumc.com/students.
CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
SOWERS EDUCATIONAL SERIES
THURSDAY, APRIL 20 AT 6:30PM • FELLOWSHIP HALL
Come learn about growing herbs and creating beautiful containers for your home at the Sowers of St. Luke’s next installment of their educational series. Whether you are a veteran or novice gardener, you will learn something new to enhance your planting.
DEMENTIA FRIENDS INDIANA
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 AT 10AM • ZOOM
The Dementia Friends Workshop seeks to build awareness of and break down stigmas for those with dementia and their loved ones. People with dementia need to be understood and supported in their communities. You can help by becoming a Dementia Friend. This event is limited to 12 participants. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/events.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP CLASS
APRIL 23 AT 12:15 • NORTH INDY
Come and learn more about the UMC and the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Here you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission. You’ll also get to hear the story of our church and discuss what it means to be a member here through serving, growing in your faith journey, moving toward generosity, and more. Lunch is provided and childcare is available. stlukesumc.com/nextsteps
CHANGE THE WORLD
HUNGER SYMPOSIUM
APRIL 30 FROM 1:30-4PM • NORTH INDY
Were you aware that a quarter of Marion County’s population requires food assistance, and that two-thirds of households facing food insecurity have at least one employed member? We want to raise awareness and understanding about this issue in our community and will be hosting our inaugural Hunger Symposium at 1:30 PM on 4/30. It will feature three prominent speakers who will share their insights on the topic. For more information and to register to attend visit stlukesumc.com/hunger.
PRIDE PARADE & PRIDE FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, JUNE 10 • PARADE BEGINS AT 11AM & FESTIVAL RUNS
11AM-6PM • DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS
Join us in showing support for the LGBTQIA+ community by walking with St. Luke’s in the Indy Pride parade. After the parade, we invite you to visit our booth where you can learn more about St. Luke’s and our commitment to being an open, affirming, and inclusive church. Learn more at stlukesumc. com/pride.
FREEDOM SCHOOL
JUNE 20 – JULY 28 • NORTH INDY CAMPUS
Freedom Schools are summer programs designed to increase literacy, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills, and a love of learning for children in elementary school. We disrupt the summer learning slide by keeping scholars engaged and stimulated. St. Luke’s is hosting its second Freedom School help children of Washington Twp. discover their potential and greatness, utilizing books and curricula that celebrate the cultures and contributions of people of color. We are need of 200 volunteers, for more information and to volunteer, visit: stlukesumc.com/freedomschool
LENDING CLOSET
DROP OFF HOURS M-F 9AM-5PM • NORTH INDY – MAIN OFFICE
Doing some spring cleaning? If you come across some gently used, but still in good condition, mobility aids, e.g., clean, gently used standard walkers,
rolling walkers, rollators, single tip walking canes, quad canes, crutches, shower chairs/benches, please donate them to the new St. Luke’s “Lending Closet.” Mobility items can be borrowed to use while healing from a medical condition, and then returned after one’s healing is complete. For more information, contact Rebecca at rebecca.arnott@stlukesumc.com
TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Choral Call to Worship | God is Good
Welcome | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Opening Hymn | How Great Thou Art #77
Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Glory to God
Prayer | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Choral Response to Prayer | God Is Good
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Offertory | Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Doxology and Prayer | Rev. Patricia Magyar
Scripture Reading | Susan Loomis
Message | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Congragational Choral Response | God Is Good
Communion
Benediction | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross
Postlude
CONDOLENCES & FUNERALS
Condolences to Anne & Greg Clark (members) on the death of their nephew, John Howard Cofield, who died on March 10, 2023.
Dallas Todd Celebration of Life: April 21 | Flanner & Buchanan, Hamilton Memorial Park, in Westfield, IN. Visitation at 1:00PM and Funeral at 2:00PM
