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.
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.
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
COMMUNION AT ST. LUKE’S
Today we celebrate Holy Communion in worship. In the United Methodist Church, we practice an “open table,” where all are welcome; you do not have to be a member of this or any church to participate. All who desire to be forgiven and receive God’s grace are invited. Please follow the directions provided by your ushers.You will be guided to come to the front by an usher to receive a piece of bread and cup, and then return to your pew by the opposite aisle. Once consumed you can place the cup in the holder in the back of the pew in front of you. All bread is gluten free, and we use grape juice in place of wine. If you need the elements brought to you, please lift a hand and an usher will bring them to you.
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
Summer is in full swing—it’s the perfect time to find unique gifts and seasonal treasures at Connections Gift Store. 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.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | BIJOY SHAH - @MRBIJOYMAKES
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
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GET CONNECTED
ST. LUKE’S CINEMA NIGHT
AUGUST 6 • 6 PM
The Adult Discipleship team is hosting our second Cinema Night on August 6! We hope you will join us for a showing of the movie Tree of Life, starring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn. This is a thought provoking story of a 1950s Texas family as they contemplate the nuance of nature vs grace. Bring your favorite drink and snack, and we’ll provide popcorn and water. Learn more and sign up to join us at stlukesumc.com/cinemanight
BASE CAMP
AUGUST 17 FROM 12 - 3 PM
The calendar year gets its own New Years celebration every January and now so does the kickoff to the ministry year! Base Camp is our one day launch event to get all our leaders ready for the fall. Come, ready to be inspired and receive all the information you need to thrive in leadership. Connect with others over lunch and then worship together. Breakouts will follow after with your ministry areas. Learn more and register to attend at stlukesumc.com/basecamp
TAIZÉ CONTEMPLATIVE SERVICE
THIRD MONDAYS • AUGUST 18 FROM 5:30 – 6:00 PM
In times of relentless busyness and anxiety, when the clamor and turmoil of life can be overwhelming, you are invited to come away for 30 minutes to let yourself dwell in the presence of Christ with stillness, prayer, and song. This service is on the third Monday of each month. To learn more and register head to stlukesumc.com/care
TRUCK TOWN
AUGUST 23 FROM 9 AM - 12 PM
QUIET HOUR FROM 9 AM - 10 AM
Do you have a vehicle-loving kid, neighbor, or grandkid? If the answer is yes, bring your whole family to Truck Town at St. Luke’s, where kids will be invited to explore inside and out all kinds of trucks and vehicles. Learn more and register at stlukesumc.com/trucktown
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP
INTERESTED? LET US KNOW. If you have lost a loved one to suicide, you are not alone. We are exploring the launch of a Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group this September. This group would offer a safe, compassionate space to connect with others, share without judgment, and move toward healing. We are currently gauging interest and hope to hear from at least 10 individuals who may want to participate or know someone who might benefit. Interested in learning more? Head to stlukesumc.com/ suicidelosssupport
LOSS OF A SPOUSE: NAVIGATING THE PAIN OF
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24 | 1 – 3 PM |
FELLOWSHIP HALL
Losing a spouse changes everything—your daily rhythms, your relationships, and the future you once imagined. If you are walking this road, whether your loss was recent or long ago, we invite you to join us for a special afternoon of reflection, support, and connection. Together, we’ll explore the shape of grief in this season of life—navigating emotions like loneliness and anxiety, adjusting to new responsibilities, honoring meaningful memories, and finding strength for the days ahead. Register to attend at stlukesumc.com/lossofaspouse
CHANCEL CHOIR CALLOUT
WE NEED YOUR VOICE!
The St. Luke’s Chancel Choir is looking for new members! Join us this fall as we launch into another season of singing, laughing and growing together. This year we will also be adding childcare during our rehersals! To learn more about the choir or to join email Michael Conley at michael.conley@stlukesumc.com
MAKE AN IMPACT
STREETS TO HOME INDY
INDIANAPOLIS’ PLAN TO END
HOMELESSNESS
St Luke’s is joining with the city of Indianapolis and other faith, corporate, and philanthropic partners to end homelessness. The end goal will be to provide permanent housing and support services for 350 of our most vulnerable neighbors by June 2026. You can learn more about Streets to Home Indy and the ways you can be a part of this impact, in services on the 10th (Midtown) and 17th (North Indy), or by attending the screening of Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness on Thursday, August 14th at 6 PM. If we all work together, we can end chronic homelessness in our city. Register to attend at stlukesumc.com/streetstohome
LUKE’S LEADERS CALL-OUT MEETINGS
AUGUST 6 & AUGUST 10
Join a dedicated team of St. Luke’s volunteers and local community partners who bring leadership development programming to over 100 local students. Learn more about how you can make this kind of impact by coming to one of our Luke’s Leaders call-out meetings! Register to attend at stlukesumc. com/leadercallout
CONDOLENCES
David & Jim Luce on the death of their father, Robert “Bob” Luce, who passed away on July 21st. A private Celebration of Life was held.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude
Opening Hymn | How Can We Name a Love #111 (4 vs.)
Affirmation of Faith | Pastor Duane Thompson
Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:
All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love. We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength. We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need. We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice. We believe in the Church as the fellowship, for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord. We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting. Amen.
