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 11:00 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
HOLIDAY HOURS! Purchase with a Purpose! Connections Books & Gifts is ready for Christmas, and will be open on Wednesdays from 10AM-1PM for your Christmas shopping enjoyment! Connections is run entirely by volunteers, and every purchase supports our community through Hub for Hope. We now also host the Asante Shop, which features merchandise from East Africa and supports Alvin, a 3-year-old orphan at Angel House in Tanzania. Be sure to stop by Connections today, and Purchase with a Purpose!
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
GATHERING AREA EAST BALCONY- KYLE RAGSDALE The exhibit Angel Choruses depicts Ragsdales’ familiar quirky characters. But, hovering protectively overhead, and oblivious to their charges below, are heavenly, winged creatures. The effect is a hopeful one that brings awareness of God’s love and provision for us, even when we are too engrossed in our daily lives to be conscious of it.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | TISH REED@TISHREEDCREATES2BREATHE
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 GRAB YOUR MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK! TODAY | OUTSIDE YOUR WORSHIP SPACE
Inside, you’ll find everything happening over the next six months: opportunities to get connected, serve, and join outreach efforts. Take one home, explore what’s going on, and jump in wherever you feel called! You can also view this six-month guide online at stlukesumc.com/catalog
NEW YEAR’S EVE LABYRINTH WALK DECEMBER 31 FROM 5-7 PM | GREAT HALL
As we prepare to welcome a new year, you’re invited to an evening of peaceful contemplation. Walk the canvas labyrinth in the Great Hall as a spiritual practice of release and renewal — a meaningful way to reflect on the year past and prayerfully set intentions for the one ahead. This is a come-and-go experience.
WINTER SUMMIT JANUARY 10 | NORTH INDY
Save the date for our annual Winter Summit, where fellow leaders and volunteers come together for worship and a keynote message. Following that, ministries will break out for ministryspecific vision and planning sessions. Mark your calendars and plan on being part of this inspiring morning! Register at stlukesumc.com/wintersummit
20|30S RESTAURANT TAKEOVER JANUARY 15 @ BABY’S INDY
Join other 20-somethings and 30-somethings at a local restaurant for drinks and conversation. Get to know each other while enjoying some great food! Learn more at stlukesumc.com/ youngadults
JOIN A PURSUIT TABLE GROUPS STARTING JANUARY 18 | SIGN-UPS OPEN NOW!
Pursuit table group experiences are designed to help you connect more deeply—with God and with one another. Sign-ups are open, and we’d love for you to be part of one. You can view the full list of groups and sign up at stlukesumc.com/tablegroups.
STARTING POINT JANUARY 18 AT 12:15 PM | NORTH INDY
If you are new or newer to St. Luke’s and would like to learn more about who we are and how we live out our mission, join us for this 30-minute session after each service. No registration is needed; just stop by!
MLK SERVICE DAY JANUARY 19 FROM 9 AM TO 1 PM
Our tradition of serving our community in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr’s legacy is back! Kids, Students, and their adults are invited to serve together at various service partners. Childcare for children three years old and younger will also be available. Please make a note on the registration letting us know if you will need childcare. Register at stlukesumc.com/mlkday2026
DREAMKEEPERS JANUARY 19 | ONLINE
Join us on MLK, JR. Day as we take a unique view of the CDF Freedom School. From the foundational roots dating back to the Civil Rights Movement to the positive impact Freedom School is shaping future leaders today. We will hear various voices as they share the inspiration and influences that have shaped their own personal journey and the ways they are paying it forward. You will be able to watch DreamKeepers on our Youtube, Facebook, and at stlukesumc.com/dreamkeepers.
MOSAIC COMMUNITY GROUP JANUARY 21 – EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY
Mosaic is a ministry that supports special needs through community. We are a mixed group of adults with and without disabilities seeking to grow in connection with one another while deepening our faith. Join us at our next community group for devotions, songs, prayer, and fun activities. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/mosaic
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP JANUARY 25 | NORTH INDY
The class will help you learn more about the United Methodist Church and the process for formally joining St. Luke’s. Here you’ll learn more about who we are, our beliefs, and our mission to be an affirming community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ. You may attend in person or online at stlukesumc.com/membership
PURDUE MEN’S GLEE CLUB SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 | NORTH INDY
Next in our concert series, the Purdue Men’s Glee Club will be joining us in worship. Then they’re also giving a free concert at 2 pm that afternoon. No tickets needed!
DIVORCECARE MONDAY EVENINGS STARTING JANUARY 26
While divorce is always hard, many are facing additional obstacles that make this season of life even more difficult. St. Luke’s wants you to know that you are not alone. We welcome you to our DivorceCare clas, running for a total of 13 weeks at our North Indy Campus.. There is no registration fee, but you need a workbook for the class. There is no cost to attend. Workbooks are available at the meetings for a one-time cost of $20 (scholarships available). Register at stlukesumc.com/care
GRIEFSHARE WEDNESDAYS STARTING JANUARY 28
Have you experienced the loss of a loved one that has turned your world upside down? You don’t have to face grief alone. GriefShare is a 13-week support group that offers comfort, understanding, and hope as you navigate life after loss. Join a caring community of people who truly understand what you’re going through. This group will begin on January 28th with 2 class times, 3:30 & 6:30PM in the community room at our North Indy campus. There is no cost to attend. Workbooks are available at the meetings for a one-time cost of $20 (scholarships available). Register at stlukesumc.com/care
SCOUT SUNDAY FEBRUARY 1 | NORTH INDY
Our scout troop will be participating in Scout Sunday, an annual Sunday where the troop is highlighted in services and the Troop helps serve around the campus. Then, they invite everyone to the Great Hall where they’ll host a pancake breakfast fundraiser. The breakfast is available for a free will donation.
KIDS LOVE BUG BALL FEBRUARY 7 FROM 6 PM - 9 PM
Families, you’re invited to a different kind of Valentine’s celebration-the Love Bug Ball! This event will allow all parents to celebrate love with their kids in a fun, new way. There will be dancing, crafting, and a time for laughter and games. Come dressed in your fancy clothes, as your favorite bug, or just as you are. We can’t wait to make memories with you! Find out more at stlueksumc.com/kids
STEWARDSHIP UPDATE MAKE YOUR 2026 FINANCIAL INTENTION
Recently we had our annual Commitment Sunday, where we have a chance to support God’s work through the ministries of St. Luke’s in the year ahead. There’s still time to turn in a card to the offering basket the next few weeks, or you can fill out our online Commitment Card at the link below. Thank you for supporting our growing congregation and all the lives we touch through outreach. You can make your financial commitment online view this year’s Annual Report at stlukesumc.com/give.