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 AM, Contemporary 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM MIDTOWN Contemporary Summer Services 10 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
VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Connections Books & Gifts is looking for new volunteers to join our team! We have a variety of opportunities available, and no retail experience is necessary. Stop by the store to pick up a volunteer interest form and learn about the different roles available. If you’re unable to stop by, email us at connections@ stlukesumc.com for more information.
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
GRACE MURPHY I paint memories. For this gallery, I have painted a series of warm recollections from Barbados, all shot personally by me or my family, that provide a small nostalgic window into my extended heritage beyond the borders of my hometown, Indiana. My collection both allows you to place yourself alongside the memories of a foreign, far-away land and challenges you to find beauty in all aspects of your own everyday life.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA |ERIN DONOVAN (@EDENSLOST)
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 BASE CAMP TODAY, AUGUST 16 AT 12 | NORTH INDY
Join us for Basecamp, our annual ministry launch! This foundational event aligns our team on the heart and rhythm of our upcoming programs. Get ready for an inspiring time of worship, ministry-specific training, and a special blessing and commissioning to equip you for the season. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/basecamp
KIDS MUSIC REGISTRATION NOW OPEN SEASON KICKS OFF SEPTEMBER 13
Registration is now open for the fall season of Kids Music, beginning September 13! Children ages 4 through 12th grade are invited to grow in their faith through singing, movement, instruments, and worship while building friendships and sharing their gifts throughout the year. Learn more and register at stlukesumc.com/kidsmusic
TRUCK TOWN AUGUST 22 FROM 9 - NOON | NORTH INDY
Do you have a vehicle-loving kid? If the answer is yes: we have plans for you! Bring your whole family to Truck Town at St. Luke’s UMC North Campus parking lot, where kids will be invited to explore inside and out all kinds of trucks and vehicles. It’s free and quiet hour is from 9-10AM. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/ trucktown
LOSS OF A SPOUSE: NAVIGATING GRIEF AUGUST 23 FROM 1 - 3 PM | GREAT HALL
Losing a spouse or partner 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 an afternoon of reflection, support, and connection. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/care
F.Y.I ORGAN/HYMN CONCERT AUGUST 25, CONCERT 10 - 11 AM | SANCTUARY Join our Forever Young and Involved community for a beautiful morning of classic hymns and sacred music, performed live on our sanctuary organ and featuring Chuck Goehring and Michael Conley. Open to all, this special concert is especially curated for our senior community to gather, reflect, and enjoy the power of music together. Reception to follow in Fellowship Hall.
CHANGEOVER ZONE AUGUST 29 FROM 9 - NOON | NORTH INDY
Every church reaches a moment where it must cross a bridge, and how you cross it matters. Join us for a fastpaced, interactive workshop led by Dr. Jim Ozier, designed to help our whole congregation actively participate in this leadership transition and position St. Luke’s for growth. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/changeover
OUT OF DARKNESS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK SEPTEMBER 12 | MILITARY PARK
This walk is for those who have lost someone to suicide, for those who have personally struggled or are currently struggling, and for all who stand alongside them in love and support. Together, we walk to bring awareness, break the silence, and remind our community that no one is alone. Be a part of this by walking with us on September 12th, and/or give towards our St. Luke’s fundraising goal. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/outofdarkness
MAKE AN IMPACT BECOME AN ELECTION OBSERVER TUESDAYS 7PM FROM AUG. 18-SEPT. 22 | ZOOM Join the UMC Election Observers Program, where over six weeks, participants will explore the history of voting in the United States, the sacred nature of the vote, the role and responsibilities of election observers, and how to become an observer in their state and local community. Register at stlukesumc.com/serve
LUKE’S LEADERS CALL OUT MEETINGS AUG. 23 & 30 AT 10:30 AM & 12:15 PM | NORTH INDY Mentoring Matters! Luke’s Leaders is a Middle School leadership development ministry that supports students in the Washington Township public schools. We are seeking caring adults who want to have an impact on the next generation of leaders. We need mentors and drivers, and have multiple day, time, and location options. Sign up to attend at stlukesumc.com/serve
ALL THE EMPTY ROOMS FILM SHOWING AUGUST 27 AT 7PM | GREAT HALL
“All The Empty Rooms” is an Academy Award winning documentary focusing on the families and the empty rooms left behind after children were killed in school shootings. This event is co-sponsored by Indy Moms and St. Luke’s Force For Good groups. Following the film showing, there will be a panel discussion, letter writing, and contemplation space.
CONDOLENCES
The Macy family on the death of Rod Macy, who passed away on August 7th. Memorial Service took place on August 14th at St. Luke’s UMC.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | Be Still My Soul #534 (3 vs.) Call to Worship | Psalm 19 Read by: Taffanee Keys Glory to God Turn and Greet Announcements Anthem | Come Sing to Me Chancel Choir Prayer Time and The Lord’s Prayer Seven - Fold Amen | Chancel Choir Kids Dismissal Call for Offering Offertory | Revelation Song Jessi Way Doxology/Prayer Over Offering Scripture Reading | Acts 10:24-34 Read by: Chris Foltz Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn | Benediction Postlude