9.21.2025
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.
SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES
NORTH INDY Traditional 9:30 AM, Contemporary 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM MIDTOWN Contemporary Summer Services 10 AM 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 watch our live services in these areas if you want to nurse privately or if your child needs a break during worship.
CONNECTIONS GIFT SHOP: ONE GIFT SHOP - TWO MISSIONS
Connections Gift Shop is the same shop you know, we will continue to carry a selections of books, but you will find even more unique gifts, accessories and thoughtful finds. Your purchases support two important missions — Hub for Hope and Angel House. Stop by and see what’s new for fall — and shop with a purpose!
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
STEPHANIE MCDAIRMANT I create abstract paintings using water-thinned acrylics shaped by my breath rather than traditional brushes, a method I call the Ruach Technique after the Hebrew word for breath, wind, and divine spirit. I began painting nine years ago, at 45, with no training, as a way to work through grief at the lowest point in my life. Above all, I hope my work reminds you that creativity can heal, that Hope is Real, and that God may have something in store for you more amazing than you can imagine,
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | BIJOY SHAH (@MRBIJOYMAKES)
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 YOUTH PUMPKIN SALES NOW - END OF OCTOBER | NORTH INDY PARKING LOT
Support our pumpkin fundraiser! All funds go directly to Student Ministry use, Scout Troop 56, and the scholarship accounts of student ministry families. These scholarship accounts allow students to attend summer events, mission trips, and leadership opportunities.
INDIANA WIND SYMPHONY CHAMBER CONCERT OCTOBER 25 AT 2 PM | NORTH INDY SANCTUARY The IWS iis composed of 80 dedicated volunteer musicians, including professional performers, music educators, and accomplished amateurs, who share a passion for creating exceptional music. Join us for a performance that bridges the timeless charm of the classical community band with the creativity and innovation of the contemporary wind ensemble.
F.Y.I LUNCHEON OCTOBER 28 AT 12:00 PM | D132, NORTH INDY
Join the us for a delightful F.Y.I. (Forever Young and Involved) Senior ministry Luncheon and hear firsthand stories from the St. Luke’s Choir’s recent trip to Eastern Europe! Come enjoy great food, good company, and a wonderful afternoon of travel tales. Let us know you’re coming at stlukesumc.com/seniorluncheon
STARTING POINT NOVEMBER 1 | FOLLOWING SERVICES
This 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. We’ll meet in C115 at North Indy and in the conference room at Midtown.
A CHRISTIAN RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE NOVEMBER 1 & 8 AT 10:45 AM | NORTH INDY
What are the impacts of climate change? What does the Methodist Church teach about creation care? What is St. Luke’s doing to reduce its contributions to climate change? These questions and more will be answered in this class presented by members of St. Luke’s Creation Care Ministry. Find more at stlukesumc.com/groups
CLASS ON THE ISRAEL/PALESTINE CONFLICT NOVEMBER 8 AT 1:45 AM | NORTH INDY
The storm to the current conflict has been brewing for a couple of millennia. We will go through an overview of the history that built the tensions influencing our geopolitics and work on asking better questions about what we see going on today. This one-time class will be led by Jon Jones. Find more at stlukesumc.com/groups
SPIRIT AND PLACE AT ST. LUKE’S NOVEMBER 10 & 11 AT 6:30 PM | NORTH INDY
Join us for two evenings exploring what connects us. On Tuesday, walk the labyrinth and join in community singing in the Great Hall. On Wednesday, gather in Robertson Chapel for Better Together, an evening of conversation, music, and poetry with community leaders on bridging division and building connection. Come to one or both!
HOLIDAY BAZAAR NOVEMBER 14 FROM 9 AM - 3 PM | NORTH INDY
United Women in Faith is hosting their annual Holiday Bazaar. Shop the halls of St. Luke’s with 120 juried artisans offering handcrafted goods, and don’t miss the famous UWF cinnamon rolls, baked goods, and lunch. It’s free to attend, and you might just cross a few names off your gift list!
MAKE AN IMPACT LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION SUPPORT MULTI-LINGUAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We interact with community members who speak different languages nearly every single day. We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in lending their services as interpreters for events such as Hub for Hope Diaper Distributions, Angel Tree, Back to School Bash, Rental/Utility Assistance meetings, and more. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/languagesupport
O&J CONNECTION NOVEMBER 5 AT 7:30 PM | ZOOM
This 30-minute Zoom call will introduce you to our ministry philosophy, orient you to the website, share some ways to get involved, and answer your questions. You’ll meet some of our Outreach & Justice staff and volunteers, and receive follow-up information to be sure we provided helpful information. Register at stlukesumc.com/outreach
THANKSGIVING OUTREACH NOVEMBER 23-26
We’re preparing for our annual Thanksgiving meal ministry, providing meals to individuals and families throughout our community this holiday season. We are seeking volunteers to support food preparation, cooking, packaging, and distribution. Find a shift that fits your schedule, or learn how to make a donation, at stlukesumc.com/thanksgiving
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude 1 | Ring Praise, O My Soul Joyful Rhythms Prelude 2 | The Gift of Love Joyful Rhythms Acolyte | Eve Hermann Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | Love Divine All Loves Excelling #384 (4 vs.) Affirmation of Faith | Pastor Bryan Smith Glory to God Turn and Greet Announcements Anthem | Hate Has No Home Here New Song Prayer Time and The Lord’s Prayer Kids Dismissal Call for Offering Offertory Anthem | By Our Love Chancel Choir Doxology/Prayer Over Offering Scripture Reading | Galations 5:6 Read by: Bill Meyers Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn | They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love Benediction Postlude