WHO WE ARE
          St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 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, we want you to know that God loves you and YOU BELONG HERE.
          SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
          NORTH INDY
          Traditional 9:30, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11AM
           
    MIDTOWN
          Contemporary at 11AM
          ONLINE, FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE
          The North Indy Sunday morning services are live-streamed on our website, Facebook & YouTube:
          Traditional Services: Sundays at 9:30AM & 11AM
          Contemporary Services: Sundays at 9:30AM & 11AM
          PRAYER
          Submit your anonymous prayer request at stlukesumc.com/prayer or on the online prayer wall at stlukesumc.com/prayerwall.
          GIVE
          Your gifts are transforming our church, our community, and the world! There are four ways to give today at St. Luke’s.
          • Scan the QR code or go to: stlukesumc.com/give
           
    • Text: STLUKESUMC to 77977
          • Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
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            TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S
          DONUTS & COFFEE
          NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL
          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
          Stop by the Connection Centers to get your questions answered, sign up for groups, serving opportunities, and events, and learn about ways to connect here.
          RESTLESS CHILD AREAS
          AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE
          NURSING PARENT AREA • E126
          Enjoy our live services in these spaces if you’d like to nurse in private and/or if your child needs a break during worship.
          CAREERS AT ST. LUKE’S
          St. Luke’s values the committed people who are part of our staff. Their dedication to the ministry of this faith community is key to the life of the church. Open positions and associated job descriptions and applications are available at stlukesumc.com/careers.
          CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE
          NORTH INDY • OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON
          Shop for summer accessories, fun and colorful totes, beach bags, kimonos and handbags. June is Pride Month and we have an entire section filled with color and rainbows and our exclusive St. Lukes “INclusive” t-shirt. 100% of proceeds supports our local missions and ministries. Store is closed during church services.
          CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION
          NORTH INDY • SUNDAYS 9AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
          The Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection on Sunday mornings. Spend some time in prayer or meditation in the presence of God. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.
          JUSTICE MINISTRIES
          NORTH INDY - WEST PASSAGE TABLE • AFTER SERVICES
          Pick up a “Justice for All” license plate holder at the Justice table in West passage.
          EAST ART GALLERY
          JUNE FEATURED ARTIST: MY POUR HEART
          My Pour Heart, owned and operated by Alan and Leslie Hazelwood (St. Luke’s UMC Facilities Coordinator), are on exhibit showing their one of a kind acrylic pour painting creations on canvas, pottery, picture frames, salt & pepper shakers, and more. Purchases made in June can be picked up TODAY!
          EAST ART GALLERY
          JULY FEATURED ARTIST: RACHEL ROGERS
          Rachel is inspired by surrealism, impressionism, the Italian Renaissance and her love of nature. View her wide variety of oil paintings and talk with her at the reception about her murals on buildings in Indianapolis & Muncie on Sunday, July 9, 10:30am-12:30pm in the East Art Gallery.
          DISCIPLE 1 LEADER INFO SESSION
          TODAY AFTER CHURCH SERVICE IN N101
          We are looking for people who are interested in leading a Fast Track Disciple 1 class starting this summer. Come to N101 after either service this morning for a short session to get more information about this exciting opportunity.
          STARTING POINT
          JUNE 25 • NORTH INDY - C115
          Starting Point 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. No registration is needed.
          WALKING & FELLOWSHIP
          JUNE 25 @ 2 PM - MAROTT PARK NATURE PRESERVE 7350 N. COLLEGE. MEET AT TRAIL HEAD. Creation Care Ministry and New Perspectives Sunday AM Class invite you to spend more time walking in local parks. The focus is enjoying nature and building relationships through conversation.
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          MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM
          JUNE 26-JUNE 30 • NORTH INDY CAMPUS
          This week-long day camp gives middle schoolers (5th-8th grade) a chance to form new friendships, serve alongside their peers, learn more about faith in worship times designed specifically for them, and play all kinds of insane games. This year’s theme is Medieval Mayhem! We will talk about what it means to us that Jesus is “king,” debunking the bad narratives we’ve heard of kings and learning about the selflessness of the kingdom Jesus talks about. Register at stlukesumc.com/students.
          CULTIVATE & CONTRIBUTE
          FREEDOM SCHOOL
          NOW THROUGH JULY 28
          Freedom School is in full swing at St. Luke’s and we are still in need of volunteers. Please consider spending time with these amazing scholars. A volunteer shift can be designed to work around your schedule. Email Samantha at samantha.isaacs@stlukesumc.com
          CHANGE THE WORLD
          MARTINDALE WALK AND TALK
          JUNE 26 AT 6PM
          Tour begins and ends at Provider Coffee & Long Drinks at 1101 East 16th Street Indianapolis, IN 46202. Come walk with us! A one hour walking tour to hear stories about the history of Martindale-Brightwood. Martindale was originally a blue collar community populated by a significant portion of the city’s African American population, who inhabited the area as a result of forced segregation in the 1800s. Register online: stlukesumc.com/events
          BACK TO SCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA
          SUPPLY SORTING JULY 10-17
          Each year we partner with Washington Township schools as they kick off a new academic year. We work closely with their teachers and administrators to find the BEST way we can support the school district. This year’s strategy includes: Sorting and packing school supplies for EVERY student in EVERY school in the district. Volunteers will do the sorting at the MSDWT warehouse (not at the church) and supplies will be delivered by school personnel. More information and to donate visit stlukesumc.com/backtoschool.
          INDIANA AVENUE WALK AND TALK
          JULY 10 AT 6PM
          Our Indiana Avenue Walk & Talk starts and ends at the Indianapolis Urban League (777 Indiana Ave.). We cover 2 miles in about 2 hours. Free parking at the Indianapolis Urban League. Learn stories you have probably never heard about the thriving Black community just east of downtown. Wear comfortable shoes and bring some water. Appropriate for ages 10 through 90. Fee is $20. Register online: stlukesumc.com/events
          LENDING CLOSET
          DROP OFF HOURS M-F 9AM-5PM
          NORTH INDY – MAIN OFFICE
          Doing some spring cleaning? If you come across some gently used, but still in good condition, mobility aids, e.g., clean, gently used standard walkers, rolling walkers, rollators, single tip walking canes, quad canes, crutches, shower chairs/benches, please donate them to the new St. Luke’s “Lending Closet.” Mobility items can be borrowed to use while healing from a medical condition, and then returned after one’s healing is complete. For more information, contact Tina Voelker at dtsnag@sbcglobal.net.
          UPCOMING SERIES
          PARCHED
          SPIRITUAL PRACTICES TO FILL YOUR CUP
          Summer is upon us - are you parched? Thirsty for something but you just can’t put your finger on it? Join us in July to learn about some spiritual practices that can fill your cup.
          FAITH IN THE REAL WORLD
          AUGUST 6TH - AL UNSER JR.
          You’re going to want to race in to get a seat for the August 6th kick-off of Faith in the Real World as Pastor Rob sits down with Al Unser Jr., 4 time Indy 500 Champion to talk about his recent book, “A Checkered Past.”
          AUGUST 13TH - RICHARD “MAC” MCKINNEY
          On August 13th Pastor Rob and Richard “Mac” McKinney sit down to talk about the Oscar nominated short film he’s featured in, “Stranger at the Gate.”
          STUMPED: QUESTIONS ABOUT GOD I NEED HELP ANSWERING
          What questions would you like us to deal with in this series? What questions of faith, or questions about God you would like answered? Let us know here: stlukesumc.com/questions
          
              
              
            
            ORDER OF WORSHIP
          Prelude
          Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay
          Opening Hymn | Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah #127 (3vs)
          Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
          Glory to God
          Anthem | Undivided - Indpls Women’s Chorus
          Dismissal of Children
          New Member Recognition
          Prayer | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
          Call for Offering | Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger
          Offertory | After the Rain - Indpls Women’s Chorus
          Doxology
          Scripture Reading | Revelation 3:8
          Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay
          Closing Song | Be the Change - Indpls Women’s Chorus
          Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay
          Postlude