JULY 28 2019
welcome!
we’re glad you’re here!
Thank you for signing the attendance pad with at least one piece of contact information when it is passed.
if you’re new...
learn more about us in our “New Here” brochure in the pew backs. Be sure to join us across from the sanctuary after worship for coffee and donuts and visit the Welcome Center outside the chapel to receive a gift and learn more about us. St. Luke’s is an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ. We offer multiple worship opportunities designed to meet you where you are in your journey with Christ.
stlukesumc.com Beginning tomorrow you will see a new website when you visit stlukesumc.com! We have created a visually appealing and userfriendly site and have scheduled two preview sessions if you would like help learning to navigate the site. Monday, August 5, 2 – 3PM in C115 or Tuesday, August 6, 10:30 – 11:30AM in C115. Learn everything from how to register for classes to how to give online. Questions? Contact Deleath at blombergd@stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404.
announcements
CONNECT…
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY Grow in your faith and in your understanding of the Bible through Disciple Bible Study this fall! Stop by a Connect Here booth outside of worship today or email Susan Fuquay at fuquays@stlukesumc.com to learn more and sign up.
SINGLE MOM SUPPORT GROUP | July 31 • 6 – 7PM • C115 Are you a single mom? Come to an informational meeting to see how you can be supported and encouraged and meet other single moms. Contact Laura Marine at marinel@stlukesumc.com or at 317-846-3404.
MEN’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST | August 3 • 8 - 9:30AM • Parlor Join this monthly gathering for food and conversation – a great space to learn ways to serve and connect with leaders who are guiding St. Luke’s. No registration needed.
USING YOUR GIFTS FOR RACIAL JUSTICE & ACTION This important workshop has been postponed due to the illness of the facilitator. New date will be announced when he recovers.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | August 8 & 9 • 9:30AM – 5:30PM Everyone’s leadership matters so join with others right here at St. Luke’s to learn how to maximize yours. Get world-class, affordable content that you can apply immediately! Register at willowcreek.com/events/leadership for just $119 when you use priority code: GLS19TEAM. Questions? Contact Deleath at blombergd@stlukesumc.com. To volunteer for four hours, email Rachel at ferryr@stlukesumc.com.
STARTING POINT | August 11 • 10:45AM or 12:15PM • C115 New to St. Luke’s? Learn more about us in 30 minutes, and leave with recommended steps to find your place within our church. Childcare available.
CONFIRMATION PARENT MEETING | August 11 • 10:45AM • Lodge Confirmation is a major milestone in the life of your middle schooler and it’s a privilege to offer this opportunity in 7th grade! Come to our Parent’s Meeting and Open House to hear more about Confirmation and to sign up your student.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENT MEETING | August 11 • 10:45AM • Lodge If you have a middle schooler, plan to join this short meeting where you will receive paperwork for the coming year and of course, meet the amazing adults who will invest in your teens over the coming year. Email Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com with questions.
KID’S CHOIRS | Sundays Our children’s choirs are starting up again beginning August 11. Genesis Choir (3 year olds – Kindergarten) meets in C123 from 10:30 – 11:15; KidzSing Choir (1st – 4th graders) meets in the Clubhouse from 10:30 – 11:15AM and our Jubilation Choir (5th – 8th graders) begins August 18 and meets in Luke’s Lodge from 10:45 – 11:30AM. All will perform in worship services. Please register at stlukesumc.com.
BACK TO SCHOOL LUAU | August 16 • 6:30 – 9:30PM • Luke’s Lodge Just for Middle Schoolers, this Invite Night includes snacks, worship, teaching and shenanigans all evening. St. Lukers are $5 but guests are free, so be sure to bring your friends! Contact Heather at kenisonh@stlukesumc.com with questions.
SERVE… SING WITH NEW SONG This women’s choir is made up of 20-30 women of all ages who are experienced singers. Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 7:30 – 9:30PM and they sing in worship once per month. Interested in joining? Contact Katie Kouns at kounsk@stlukesumc. com or 602-625-7552.
CHILDREN’S VOLUNTEERS We are currently seeking small group leaders and weekday volunteers for our Children’s Ministry. To learn more, contact Kimberly Boesing at boesingk@ stlukesumc.com or 317-846-3404, x342, or stop by the table in the West Passage this morning for more info.
SAVE THE DATE | September 14 • Indianapolis Are you still energized by your day at Back to School Extravaganza yesterday? Then you won’t want to miss our I Love My City efforts! Plan to head out into our community for another huge day of giving back to Indy and be sure to invite a friend! It’s going to be a huge day with a goal of sending 1,000 servants into our city!
SURPLUS GARDEN PRODUCE? Have more veggies than you know what to do with? Bring your overflow to the West Passage food pantry bins and they will be donated to our own Crooked Creek Food Pantry. Donations will be picked up Sundays after services and Tuesday mornings through 9/15.
FEED EVERYONE Could you be part of a food rescue team, picking up food at Trader Joe’s twice a month and then delivering to organizations feeding those in need? Contact Elizabeth Moreland at 317-501-0671 for more info.
JOB OPENINGS We are currently seeking a Director of Youth Worship. Applications at stlukesumc.com.
connect here Stop by the Connect Here booth outside of the Chapel for information on small groups, classes and ways to grow and serve. RESTLESS CHILD AREA Enjoy our live services at the east end of the Gathering Area or in the Central Passage, if your child needs a break during worship. PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN We provide nursery and Sunday School for newborns through 4th-graders. Register in the East Passage. Activity kits are at the Welcome Center for children in worship. Live-streaming of worship is available for nursing moms in E126. YOUNG ADULTS Join us for coffee & cookies outside the Chapel at 10:30AM or noon. YOUTH PROGRAMMING 5th – 8th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, under the tent. After worship and games, classes break out: 5th & 6th in Modge, 7th/Confirmation in GH, 8th in C124. 9th – 12th Grade – Sundays, 9:30AM, Luke’s Lodge. PRAYER CONCERNS Share prayer concerns on the Prayer Request cards in your pew pockets and place them in the offering plate – or find the “Prayer Request” link at stlukesumc.com. Pastors are available for prayer after each service. HOSPITALIZED? HAVE A NEW BABY? Call Laura Marine at 317-846-3404 or send an email to stlukescares@ stlukesumc.com, so we can care for you. If you have a death or tragic event after hours and need a pastor, call the church office and follow instructions.
CONNECTIONS GIFT & BOOKSTORE HOURS Sunday 8:30AM – 12:30PM; Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:30AM – 1PM LEARN MORE For more information about activities, pick up a copy of our Summer Supplement or visit stlukesumc.com.
joys & concerns CONDOLENCES TO: Tanya Byram and family on the death of her husband, Bill Byram CONGRATULATIONS TO: Brandon and Lexy Burke and sisters Lila, Ava and Brynlie on the birth of Corbin Jon Burke, July 12th Daria and Joe Weingartner and grandparents Paul and Linda Tanella on the birth of Edward Joseph Weingartner, June 25
worship TRADITIONAL | 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM | Sanctuary CONTEMPORARY | 9:30 & 11AM | Chapel CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE | 5PM Third Sunday | Robertson Chapel COMMUNION | The Prayer Chapel is available for communion this morning. Please enter through the exterior door west of the main entrance. If someone in a healthcare facility or homebound would like to receive communion, please notify Mary Katherine at 317-846-3404 or schnitzm@stlukesumc.com.
contact us 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 stlukesumc.com • 317-846-3404 • info@stlukesumc.com Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Burton-Krieger, Executive Pastor Rev. Jevon Caldwell-Gross, Teaching & Guest Experience Pastor Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, Pastor of Mobilization & Outreach Rev. Regina Proctor, Pastor of Care Ministries Pastors in Formation: Kevin Davis • Mindie Moore