January 27, 2019
WELCOME! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE! Thank you for signing the attendance pad with at least one piece of contact information when it is passed. New guests: learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the pew backs and find a gift for you at the Welcome Center. CONNECT HERE Stop by the Connect Here booth outside of the Sanctuary or Chapel for information on Small Groups, classes and ways to serve. PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on Connect cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Prayer Request” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer after each service. CARING FOR ST. LUKE’S Hospitalized? Have a new baby? Call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@stlukesumc.com, so we can care for you. If you have a medical emergency after hours and need a pastor, call the church office and follow instructions.
CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE HOURS Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1PM; Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM RESTLESS CHILD AREA Enjoy our live services at the east end of the Gathering Area or in the Central Passage, if your child needs a break during worship. PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide nursery and Sunday School for newborns through 4thgrade children. Register in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children in worship. Live streaming of worship is available for nursing moms in E126. YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon. YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th – 8th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, Great Hall. After worship and games, classes break out: 5th & 6th in Modge, 7th/ Confirmation in GH, 8th in C124. 9th – 12th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, Luke’s Lodge. LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Winter/ Spring catalog or visit stlukesumc.com.
WORSHIP ORDER Sunday | January 27, 2019 OPENING SONG CALL to WORSHIP Matt Bays
* WORSHIP PRAYER Mindie Moore
ANNOUNCEMENTS/MISSION of the MONTH OFFERING SCRIPTURE READING | Luke 13:1–5 Lisa Stebbins (9:30AM) Robert Kapaku (11AM)
MESSAGE | Why Do Bad Things Happen? Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross (9:30AM) Rev. Rob Fuquay (11AM)
* WORSHIP * SENDING OUT * standing, as able
GIVING UPDATE To date, our stewardship campaign is 97% to our goal. We still need $136,655 to reach our goal. Please consider making your commitment this week by submitting your pledge card, which can be found in the back of your pew and placed in the offering basket or taken to the main office.
CONNECT... YOUTH STOCK SALES
Last day to buy stock that never depreciates! Buy one share for $10 and receive a thank you card from a youth going on a summer mission trip. Purchase five shares to receive a postcard from a student on their trip and an invitation to the Stock Holders dinner in September. Visit us at the table in the West Passage today or email Heather at Kenisonh@ stlukesumc.com.
CHILI AND MAC & CHEESE COOK-OFF | Today • 10:30AM –
1:30PM Great Hall Come taste and vote for a variety of recipes from our congregation. $5 per person/$20 per family. The St. Luke’s children’s choirs will entertain you throughout your eating experience! Tickets available at the door.
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP | Today • 12:15 – 3:15PM • Luke’s
Lodge Join us to hear the story of St. Luke’s and discuss what it means to be a member of this local congregation. Learn the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Lunch provided; childcare available upon request.
LENTEN SCRIPTURE JOURNALING RETREAT | Feb. 2 •
8:30AM – Noon • Great Hall Join us for a retreat that focuses on Bible journaling as a way to connect with scripture and God, using art supplies to explore Lenten scripture. Bring your Bible, a journal and an open spirit. Led by Robin Chaddock. $30 fee includes materials and breakfast at 8:30. Contact Sara at sbcobb@indy.rr.com with questions. Sponsored by the Growing in Prayer Team.
MEN’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST | Feb. 2 • 8 – 9:30AM • Parlor
Join this monthly gathering of men for a devotional and conversation on living with purpose. No registration needed.
NEW WED NIGHT ADULT CLASSES STARTING
Forgiveness through Letting Go, by Adam Hamilton. This class will help you move from hurt and anger to reconciliation and grace. Led by Laura Marine. Weds, Feb. 6 – 27 in E212, 6:15 – 7:30PM. Register online or just show up. Book in Connections bookstore.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE | Feb. 5 • 7 –
8:30PM Spiritual Life Center Dori Chandler from Hoosier Interfaith Power and Light offers a faithbased approach to the environmental bills moving through the 2019 IN General Assembly. Find out actions you can take.
WNL BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAMMING
6:15 – 7:30PM Fellowship Hall Celebrate Black History Month with special programming. 2/6: Artist’s Respond to Social Justice; 2/13: Lynching Quilt Project; 2/20: Black History: Learn it! Love it! Live it!; 2/27: Rejoice in the Arts. Check out stlukesumc.com for more details!
EARLY YEARS DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT | Feb. 9 • 5 – 7:30PM
Great Hall 3-5 year olds will enjoy pizza, games and a drive-in movie for $5! Before arriving, construct and decorate a “car” to sit in during our movie. Parents can head out for a date night or are welcome to stay for the best volunteer job ever! Contact Lauren at hackerl@stlukesumc.com to help. Register at stlukesumc.com.
STARTING POINT | Feb. 10 • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115
If you’re new, learn more about us in 30 minutes and leave with steps to help you find your place within our church. Childcare available.
VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY FOR OUR SWEET SENIORS
Feb. 14 • 10:30AM – Noon • N101 Dr. Carver McGriff will share a devotion on “LOVE”. Light refreshments will be served, as well as special entertainment from our own St. Luke’s musicians, including Ken Knowles. Expect many special treats and surprises! RSVP to Dawn at fitchd@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, ext. 338 by Feb. 10.
HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP | Feb. 15 – 17 • Bittersweet Ski Resort, MI
Skiing, snowboarding, group games and relaxation are scheduled, so invite your friends and join the fun! Cost includes ski/snowboard rental and lift ticket. Check out more specifics and register at stlukesumc.com.
5TH – 6TH GRADE MODGE RETREAT | Mar. 1 – 2 • 7PM – 3PM
Modge We take over Luke’s Lodge for 24 hours of activities, worship and small groups! $50 includes meals and pass to Zip City with unlimited Zip Line, Laser Tag, Rock Wall and Ropes Course. Our theme: STAND OUT – we break down Daniel’s story. Sign up at stlukesumc.com and contact Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com with questions.
EARLY CHILDHOOD REGISTRATION | Jan. 28 – Mar. 1
Fall 2019 registration packets can be picked up, for children 10 months – 5 years (by 8/1), outside the preschool office (E127) on Sundays, or Mon. – Fri., 9AM – 2:30PM. Want a tour or more info? Call Carol Whitsitt at 317-846-3399.
WESLEY TOUR OF ENGLAND | June 18 – 27, 2019
Join Rob and Susan Fuquay on a tour of John Wesley’s England next summer. Rob will give lectures and lead worship at many of the sites. We will also visit other highlights in England. Last week to register. For more information, email Bob Zehr at rdzehr@traveltoremember.net.
SERVE… SHOW YOUR LOVE | Feb. 6 • 6 – 7:30PM • East Passage
Keep a servant’s heart in your child beyond the holidays. We invite elementary families to an evening of service, education and fellowship as they color Valentine’s for youth grieving the loss of a parent. Parents will learn more about Brooke’s Place. Contact Anne Miller at akmiller22@gmail.com with questions. Sign up at stlukesumc.com.
JOYS & CONCERNS CONDOLENCES TO: Eileen Eadie and family on the death of her husband, Jim
ST. LUKE’S AT WORSHIP TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM | Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM | Chapel CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | 5PM Third Sunday | Robertson Chapel COMMUNION The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through the exterior door west of the main entrance. If someone in a healthcare facility or homebound would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 317-846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com. CONTACT US 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 info@stlukesumc.com Rev. Rob Fuquay Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross Rev. Regina Proctor Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis and Mindie Moore