9.21.2025
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
PURCHASE WITH A PURPOSE Visit the Connection Books and Gifts store to shop our May arrivals—fresh finds for the season ahead. Visit the Asante shop and shop with a purpose. Connections Books and Gifts is 100% volunteer-operated with 100% proceeds going to St. Luke’s Hub for Hope and Angel House children’s home in Tanzania.
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
DIANA FERNANDEZ CAUMOL Diana Fernandez Caumol is a mixed-media artist born and raised in Cochabamba, Bolivia. A graduate from Butler University and proud member of St. Luke’s, Diana is passionate about using art to tell stories and bring communities together. Caumol’s art is not for sale at this time, but there will be an artist reception to celebrate on June 14, so join us then!
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | ANNE CLEARY (@ANNECLEARYART)
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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NEW STAFF ANNOUNCEMENT
We are thrilled to share that Rachel Haines Cowart has been appointed as St. Luke’s new Minister of Care and Contemplation! Rachel is a lifelong United Methodist from Fort Wayne. Rachel’s first Sunday will be June 28, with an official start date of July 1!
FOURTH OF JULY SCHEDULE
As we celebrate Independence Day weekend, please note that St. Luke’s will be closed on Friday, July 3. On Sunday, we’ll gather for one worship service at each campus: 9:30 a.m. at North Indy and 10:00 a.m. at Midtown. We hope you’ll join us!
GET CONNECTED NORTH INDY CHECK IN CONTINUED SAFETY MEASURES
We are rolling out updated building security and check-in procedures. All guests, volunteers, and groups will enter through Door 6 and check in with Security upon arrival. Smaller groups and classes will use a simple kiosk check-in and receive a printed name badge to wear while in the building. Larger groups and events will have check-in tables at Door 6 with additional support to help us care well for everyone on campus.
MELODIES ON THE DANUBE TODAY, JUNE 21 AT 4 PM
Join us for a special concert presented by the St. Luke’s Choir. This performance serves as both the grand finale of our 2025– 2026 concert season and a farewell celebration before the choir departs on its European tour!
LABYRINTH WALK JUNE 29 AT 6 PM | NORTH INDY
When life feels full or uncertain, the Labyrinth is waiting. On the fifth Monday of each month, we gather for a contemplative walk — an ancient practice of slowing down, turning inward, and finding your way back to yourself. Come as you are from 6-7 pm. We’ll be outside if the weather allows, inside if not.
MAKE AN IMPACT
BACK TO SCHOOL SOCK AND UNDERWEAR DRIVE NOW - JULY 12
Before the annual Back to School Bash, we’re holding a sock and underwear drive, to ensure every school age child walks away with new underwear and socks. We’re specifically collecting for these sizes: Teen (Ages 14-15) clothing Large/14-18, Adult SmallXL underwear, and socks Adult 5-13+.
BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY SORTING JULY 21 | WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SERVICE CENTER
Join along with other faith based groups as we prepare supplies and backpacks for the Back to School Bash. Volunteers are needed to sort, organize, and pack supplies at various times that day! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/allin
CROOKED CREEK FOOD PANTRY SERVE DAY JUNE 27 FROM 8:15-10:30 AM & 10 AM-12 PM
Have you wanted to volunteer at Crooked Creek Food Pantry but needed a weekend serving time to do so? June 27th is your date! CCFP fights food insecurity in NW Indianapolis. There will be two shifts for serving that day: 8:15 am to 10:30 am, and 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/saturdayserve
MIDTOWN MOVIE NIGHT @ MIDTOWN JULY 3 FROM 6-8 PM
Join us for a fun evening together as we watch a movie, enjoy snacks, and hang out! Bring a snack to share and invite your friends — everyone is welcome! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/movienight
CONDOLENCES
Jay and David Caron on the death of their mother, Susan Young Caron, who passed away on June 9th. Memorial services took place on June 19th at Flanner Buchanan – Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
This summer, St. Luke’s is going ALL IN—and we need YOU to be a part of it! Because of you, VBS & Middle School Mayhem were amazing weeks! And we hope to continue that momentum with Freedom School NOW, and with our Back to School Bash soon, but we can’t put these important programs on without YOU! You can make a difference—whether you serve for a week, a day, or just a few hours. Sign up to volunteer and help every child know they belong at the link below!
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude | The Redwood Indianapolis Women’s Chorus Meagan Johnson, director Ross Dryer, pianist; Jay Fassl, solo Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Call to Worship Opening Hymn | This is My Father’s World #144 (3 vs.) Affirmation of Fath | Rev. Duane Thompson Glory to God Turn and Greet | Rev. Rob Fuquay Baptisms Kids Dismissal Announcements Prayer Time and the Lord’s Prayer Anthem | Everyone is Welcome Here Indianapolis Women’s Chorus Scripture Reading | Luke 15:25-32 (Melinda Bundy) Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Call for Offering Offertory | Songs for the People Indianapolis Women’s Chorus Doxology/Prayer Over Offering Closing Hymn | Where Charity and Love Prevail #549 Benediction