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, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11:00 AM MIDTOWN Contemporary 11:00 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 STORE
OPEN SUNDAYS FROM 8:45-12:30 Interested in volunteering? Connections Books and Gifts is recruiting volunteers for Sunday mornings, store resets, and special events. Stop by the bookstore to learn more about volunteering. Run entirely by volunteers, every purchase supports Hub for Hope, making your shopping meaningful all season long.
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
GATHERING AREA EAST BALCONY- JULIE DAVIS Julie Davis is a Zionsville-based artist who uses bold color and layered textures to create immersive, healing experiences. Her art, described as alchemical, invites viewers into symbolic journeys of emotion and imagination.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | ROCHELLE VEGA - @BIJOUXDESIGN
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 STARTING POINT
OCTOBER 19 | FOLLOWING SERVICES If you are new or newer to St. Luke’s and would like to learn more about who we are and how we live out our mission, join us for this 30-minute session after each service. You’ll meet others who are also new and leave with the right next step as you connect at St. Luke’s. No registration is needed; just stop by!
YOUTH PUMPKIN SALES
HAPPENING NOW AT NORTH INDY! Stop by the pumpkin patch now through Halloween to purchase pumpkins and help support students and scouts. Money raised helps students attend great events like retreats, camps, and mission trips.
NATURE WALK
OCTOBER 19 AT 2 PM | HOLLIDAY PARK Walks together in nature foster a sense of connection: slowingdown, listening, seeing, and enjoying our surroundings and each other. Consider joining us for a “walk in the woods” and discovering something beautiful. Register at stlukesumc.com/ featured-events
INTRODUCTION TO CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES STARTING OCTOBER 20 AT 6:30 PM | NORTH INDY For those who are weary and carrying heavy burdens, for those grieving the loss of a loved one or the brokenness of our world, for parents and young adults longing for a breath of peace—this 4-week series is an open invitation to rest in God’s compassionate love. Each week, we will gently enter into practices that slow us down and make space for God’s healing presence. Register at stlukesumc.com/care
ST. LUKE’S TOWN HALL
OCTOBER 28 AT 7 PM Join us for a St. Luke’s Town Hall on October 28 at 7:00 PM, online and in-person at the North Indy Community Room! Join us as Pastor Rob shares some “State of the Church” updates about attendance, new members, staffing changes, baptisms, confirmations, classes, etc. We will also share the latest news on our stewardship campaign and the Making Room building program. Please submit your questions by Oct. 24th at stlukesumc.com/townhall
GRIEFSHARE
THURSDAYS STARTING OCTOBER 30 AT 6:30 PM Are you walking through grief and the many emotions and struggles that come with it—feeling like your mind is in a fog or unsure how to move forward? You don’t have to face grief alone. GriefShare is a 13-week support group at Midtown that offers comfort, understanding, and hope as you navigate life after loss. Join GriefShare at stlukesumc.com/care
MUSIC @ ST. LUKE’S CONCERT SERIES
NOVEMBER 1 AT 4 PM Join us in our second concert in our new concert series featuring the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Winds & Brass! Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. Head to stulukesumc.com/ concertseries to see who else will be joining us!
MAKE AN IMPACT
ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR
OCTOBER 20 AT 2 PM | FELLOWSHIP HALL David Heetland, pastor of planned giving, will provide you with up-to-date information, helpful handouts, and the tools you need to prepare an estate plan that you can feel good about. Learn more and register at stlukesumc.com/estateplanning
ANGEL HOUSE SPECIAL DINNER AND CELEBRATION
OCTOBER 29 AT 5:15 PM Our team has just returned from Tanzania and is excited to share stories of the people, culture, and opportunity they experienced. To learn more about our new partner in ministry, Angel House, you are invited to a special dinner and conversation on Wednesday, October 29. You can join our regularly scheduled Wednesday night dinner, which will feature some traditional African dishes. To register to attend, head to stlukesumc.com/angelhouse
MIDTOWN
MIDTOWN FAMILY MEET UP
OCTOBER 19 FROM 5-7:00 PM Join us at Half Liter for an opportunity to meet other Midtown families and learn about small groups to connect with. Appetizers will be provided, and kids are very welcome! To learn more and register, head to the stlukesumc.com/midtownmeetup
PIZZA WITH THE PASTOR
NOVEMBER 13 AT 6 PM | BAZBEAUX PIZZA Whether you’re new to St. Luke’s or have been attending for a while but haven’t connected with our community yet, join us for Pizza with the Pastor. Meet the Midtown team, ask questions, and discover ways to get involved. Kids are welcome; we’ll keep it short—just under 90 minutes! Register to attend at stlukesumc.com/pizzawiththepastor
CONDOLENCES
Cathy Thomas on the death of her husband, Floyd Thomas, who passed away on October 12th. Memorial Services will take place on October 20th at 1pm at Indiana Funeral Care. The Osterhous family on the death of Martha “Marty” Osterhous who passed away on October 12th. Memorial service will take place on October 25th with visitation from 10 to 12pm and service at 12pm at Flanner Buchanan, Zionsville. Loretta Bobzien and Lisa Rockacy on the death of Terry Bobzien, who passed away on October 15th. Memorial services are pending.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude 1 | Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing (Priscilla Murphey, St. Luke’s Orchestra, Bob Zehr) Prelude 2 | Since Jesus Came into My Heart (Richard Kingsmore, St. Luke’s Orchestra, Bob Zehr) Acolyte | Willow Bakary Call to Worship | Carlie Kennedy Opening Hymn | For the Beauty of the Earth #92 (4 vs.) Affirmation of Faith| Lily Branic Glory to God Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Turn and Greet | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Baptisms Kids Dismissal | Rev. Jen Gibbs Announcements Anthem | Just Like a Tree (New Song, Kathrine Kouns) Prayer | Rev. Jen Gibbs Call for Offering | Rev. Jen Gibbs Offertory | The Awakening (Joseph Martin, Chancel Choir) Doxology Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Jen Gibbs Scripture Reading | John 12:24 (James Kolanko) Bumper Video Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Ashes | Soloist: Lauren Walawender Closing Hymn | Hymn of Promise #707 Benediction | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Postlude |