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.
F OLLOW 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
SOWER’S GARDEN MUM SALE
TODAY
| OCTOBER 5TH AT NORTH INDY
Join us in celebrating the 40th year of the Sower’s Garden by purchasing a mum at this year’s fall plant sale! They will be in the West Passage before and during services on October 5th. To learn more and purchase a mum, head to stlukesumc.com/ events
CHECK OUT THE AUGUST - DECEMBER CATALOG
Fall is just around the corner, and we are making it easier than ever to find your place to connect at St. Luke’s. Scan the QR code to see upcoming groups and classes, serving opportunities, support groups offered this fall, and more! Physical copies are available at the Connect Desk at your campus. stlukesumc.com/ catalog
JOIN A GROUP OR CLASS SIGN UP TODAY!
Looking to grow in your faith or your relationship with other people at St. Luke’s? Fall 1 groups and classes have already started, which means you can now sign up for our Fall 2 groups and classes! To learn more about what groups and classes are being offered, scan the QR code above, head to the table outside of your worship space, or go to stlukesumc.com/group-finder
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
NEXT DINNER OCTOBER 8 AT 5:30 PM
Coming to a group or class meeting on Wednesday night? Looking for a way to connect with others in St. Luke’s over dinner? Join us for dinner September 10 to November 19th at 5:30. Whether you are coming for food and fellowship or attending a class afterwards, all are welcome!
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.
GROUNDBREAKING | PHASE 2 OF MAKING ROOM
OCTOBER 12 FROM 10:45 – 10:55 AM | OUTSIDE OF THE GREAT HALL
Join us in between services next Sunday as we break ground for our new building addition at our North Indy campus. We will “break ground” with a digging ceremony and have ice cream to celebrate. Also, hear some updates from Pastor Rob! No registration is required; just show up!
INTRODUCTION TO CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES
MONDAYS, STARTING OCTOBER 20TH AT 6:30 PM
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 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. To learn more and sign up, head to stlukesumc.com/groups
MAKE AN IMPACT
INDY ACTION COALITION LISTENING SESSION
OCTOBER 9 | 6 PM | N101-102
If you are interested in the impact we can have in our community when we join others who value inclusion, justice, and loving our neighbor, then we would love to have you join us at this listening session. You’ll have a chance to add your concerns to those of others in our congregation, and also learn more about the community organizing work of Indy Action Coalition. To learn more and get involved, head to stlukesumc.com/indyaction
ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR
OCTOBER 20 AT 2 PM
Plan to attend this engaging and enlightening workshop which will show you the many ways you can leave a legacy that reflects your values. 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. There will also be time for questions and even an opportunity for you to sign up for a one-on-one conversation with him. The workshop will be held on Monday, October 20th at 2 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Register at stlukesumc.com/estateplanning
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
CONDOLENCES
Reagan Green & Bernard Reed on the death of Kamya Reed, who passed away September 22th. Services took place on September 28th at Flanner Buchannan- Oaklawn Memorial Gardens and September 29th at St. Luke’s UMC.
Virginia (Ginny) Combs and family on the death of Charles (Chuck) Combs, who passed away on September 25th. Memorial services are pending at St. Luke’s UMC.
The Mernitz family on the death of Roland (R.B.) Mernitz, who passed away on September 5th. No memorial service will be held.
Chris Bean on the death of his mother, Penney Joan Huntsman who passed away on September 27th. Services took place on October 2nd at Norman Funeral Home.
Jean Faulconer and Phyllis Montgomery on the death of Joni Lynn Whittridge who passed away on September 27th.
The Blom family on the death of Michael Donald Blom who passed away on September 28th. Memorial services will take place on October 12th at 3pm with visitation following service.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | True Colors (Annabelle Kim)
Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Litany for World Communion Sunday |
Opening Hymn | O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing #57 (vs. 1, 3, 4, 7)
Acolyte | Lilly Davis
Turn and Greet | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Announcements
Anthem | God Gives the Song (Craig Courtney, Matthew Trefethen (cello), Chancel Choir)
Prayer | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Kids Dismissal | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Offertory | Times They Are A-Changing (Adam Podd, Chancel Choir)
Doxology
Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Scripture Reading | Genesis 50:15-21
Bumper Video
Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Communion | For the Bread Which You Have Broken #614 (vs. 1-4)
One Bread, One Body #620 (vs. 1-3)
Bread of the World #624 (vs. 1, 2, 1)
Christ for the World We Sing #568 (vs. 1-4) Come Sinners to the Gospel Feast #616 (vs. 1-3, 5)
Benediction | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Postlude
