October 18, 2020
joys & concerns ALTAR FLOWERS: Given in loving memory Ben Hershik, from his mother-in-law, Teresa Caddell CONDOLENCES TO: Ron and Tara-Lynn Sinicki and family on the death of Ron’s father, Marion Naomi Anderson on the death of her husband, Jim Terry and Michelle Collins on the loss of his brother, Mike Collins
announcements WORSHIP…
REOPENING FOR IN-PERSON WORSHIP | 9 & 11AM We are excited to resume in-person worship. Our top priority is providing you the safest environment possible so protocols have been shaped by the guidance of our state and local leaders. To do that, we’ve adjusted our services to a 9AM traditional service in the Sanctuary and an 11AM contemporary service in the Chapel. Masks will be required while you are in the building. If you plan to join us in person, please register your attendance at stlukesumc.com/ event/1017. You may also sign up for a Reopening Serve Team at stlukesumc.com/registration/reopenvolunteer.
GROW in your faith… ANCHORPOINT Our Sunday morning Bible Study is streamed each week at 8:45AM, 12:15, 3:15 and 6:15PM and is led by various pastors. Join us on the Watch Live page of our website.
THE NEXT QUESTION DISCUSSION GROUP 2nd and 4th Thursdays, through Nov. 12 • 6:30 – 8PM Engage in conversations on racial justice in this video web series that engages leaders, activists and thinkers to imagine an expansive racial justice. Hosts Austin Channing Brown, Chi Chi Okwu and Jenny Booth Potter are joined by others like Brené Brown, Nikole Hannah-Jones and Andre Henry. Register at stlukesumc.com/lukesonline for the Zoom link and the video to watch before class. NEW PERSPECTIVES CLASS – BRYAN STEVENSON DISCUSSION | Oct. 25 • 11AM - 12PM • Zoom Join us to discuss Pastor Rob’s conversation with Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative and author of Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption. The conversation will be available at 8:45 on the 25th on AnchorPoint and can be watched online at stlukesumc.com/worship/watch-live. Register at stlukesumc. com/registration/bryanstevenson. ONLINE STARTING POINT | Oct. 22 • 7 – 7:30PM • Zoom Join this casual conversation with lay members of the church for an opportunity to learn more about our ministries, ask questions and discover your next steps. A Zoom link will be sent after you register at stlukesumc.com/nextsteps. HIGH SCHOOL HALLOWEEN HEIST Oct. 25 • 3:45 – 6PM • Great Hall Join us for a Top Teen Idol mystery party! Dress as a celebrity or in a red carpet outfit for this fun who-done-it and arrive at 3:45 to get a great role. Students are required to wear masks the entire time on campus, except while eating snacks. This event is limited to 50 people, so register now at stlukesumc. com/event/441.
GO in service to others… VIRTUAL TUTORING As Washington Township schools begin to reopen, 10 students are in need of a Virtual Tutor to work with them 2 times a week via Zoom. Training will be provided and background checks are required. Proficiency in any specific subject is not necessary! To sign up for virtual tutoring this year, go to signupgenius. com/go/4090e4ca9ae2eaa8-virtual PRAYER TEAM An amazing transformation takes place when our families, community and church are lifted up in prayer. If you would like to join others in our community who intercede, weekly, on behalf of the St. Luke’s community who need God’s presence and healing, contact Brandon Hale at haleb@stlukesumc.com to receive a weekly list of prayer requests.
Outreach Hotline: Our Benevolence Hotline can be reached Monday – Friday at 317-749-2129 or at outreach@stlukesumc.com. Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline: If you would like to speak with someone from our Care Team, please call 317-643-2293 between 8:30AM and 5PM, Monday – Friday.