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 9 AM & 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
PURCHASE WITH A PURPOSE - WINTER SALE Connections Books & Gifts now has holiday and Christmas items 50% off, cold weather apparel and select fashion items 25% off! Connections is run entirely by volunteers, and every purchase supports our community through Hub for Hope. 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
AMY B. CARROLL | OUT OF THE BLUE ART STUDIOS Carroll is a painter inspired by the beauty of nature and the quiet moments of everyday life. From vibrant florals to peaceful landscapes, her work reflects a love of color, light, and connection. She is especially drawn to flowers, symbols of growth, grace, and fleeting beauty, and paints them with expressive movement and layered, luminous tones. Her studio, Out of the Blue Art Studios, is located on Main Street in Zionsville, Indiana.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | VICTORIA JEFFRIES (@SKIRT22CREATIONS)
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 UNITED NIGHT OF WORSHIP MARCH 10 AT 7 PM | ROBERTSON CHAPEL
This special contemporary worship night will unite our teams for one shared purpose — a beautiful reminder that we are one church in Christ. Whether you attend Midtown, North Indy, or are new to St. Luke’s, this night is for everyone. Come expecting meaningful worship and space to simply be in God’s presence. We hope to see you there.
ELDERBERRY LUNCHEON MARCH 12 AT NOON
Join us for a delightful Elderberries luncheon! This social gathering is for those aged 55 and above, offering great food and fellowship for just $7. You can register at stlukesumc.com/ elderberry or by calling the front office at 317-846-3404. We’d love to see you there!
UWF SOUL CARE RETREAT MARCH 14 | BREAKFAST STARTING AT 8 AM
Step into a sacred pause and find a safe harbor for your soul. This is a gentle invitation to lay down the weight you carry, rest in God’s steady presence, be renewed in heart and mind, and reconnect with God and with one another. There will be guest speakers and presenters. You’ll learn practices of journaling, meditation and movement, relaxation, and life skills. Child care provided. Register at stlukesumc.com/soulcare
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP MARCH 15 | 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/newhere
LENTEN TAIZE CONTEMPLATIVE WORSHIP MARCH 16 AT 5:30 PM
Join with us in song chants, listening to scripture read, and time for silent reflection. This alternative, slow-paced, spiritual worship will help you step back into your Lenten journey re-centered and restored.
END OF LIFE PLANNING WORKSHOP MARCH 19 AT 1 PM | C123
The workshop’s focus is three-fold and designed for persons 50 and above. Topics covered include information on wills and estate planning, funeral planning, medical power of attorney, and living wills. Learn more & register at stlukesumc.com/planning
MIDDLE SCHOOL INVITE NIGHT: FORT NIGHT! MARCH 20 FROM 6:30 - 9:00 PM | LUKE’S LODGE
This is the event that everyone looks forward to each year! Invite your friends and pack all of your fort making supplies to this fort building contest! We’ll serve pancakes, watch a movie, and more! Sign up at stlukesumc.com/students
HIGH SCHOOL HANG OUT MARCH 22 FROM NOON - 2 PM | LUKE’S LODGE
Lunch is on us! This will be a laid back event with music, boardgames, door prizes and most importantly fun! Let us know you’re coming at stlukesumc.com/students
STATIONS OF THE CROSS: CREATING CHERISHED BELONGING MARCH 22 - APRIL 3 | NORTH INDY
Walk the Stations of the Cross on a journey with Jesus through his ministry from baptism to crucifixion as he lives into his own beloved cherished belonging. You will also walk alongside the stories of people who have found their own cherished belonging through life’s challenges, doubts and sorrows. Find where your story intersects with their story and God’s story.
FREEDOM SCHOOL VOLUNTEER MEETINGS MARCH 22 AT 12:30 PM & MARCH 24 AT 5:30 PM
Freedom School 2026 is right around the corner and we are actively seeking volunteers of all backgrounds, interests, and availability to help bring this program to life. Whether you have a passion for working with children or prefer to help behind the scenes, there’s a place for everyone. For new and returning volunteers, learn more by attending any one of the available call out meetings.
EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA MARCH 28 AT 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
You and your family are invited to join us at our North Indy Campus! So many activities will be offered, and you can expect things like inflatables, an Easter Bunny photo booth, crafts, and an egg hunt for ALL AGES and abilities! We hope to see you there. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/easteregg
MAKE AN IMPACT WEEKEND WARRIORS DONATIONS PICKED UP THURSDAY MORNINGS
St. Luke’s has been approached by a Washington Township preschool that has 10 families struggling to feed their families over the weekend. We have committed to bringing them 10 plastic grocery bags each week that are filled with kid-friendly food to help them get through the weekend. Bags will be dropped off in the bins between doors 6 & 7 before noon on Thursday mornings. Find a full list of items to donate, and learn about more volunteer opportunities at stlukesumc.com/ weekendwarriors
SERVE DURING LENT MOVE-IN KITS FOR OUR NEIGHBORS
We’re partnering with Streets to Home Indy to support individuals transitioning out of homelessness and into stable housing. We are collecting move-in kits filled with essential household items to help our neighbors begin this new chapter with dignity and care. Donations can be dropped off at the designated bins in the church. Our goal is to collect 50 kits by Easter Sunday. Find a full list of needed items and learn how to get involved at stlukesumc.com/lentserve.
CULTIVATING HOPE: FAITH COMMUNITIES LEADING CREATION CARE MARCH 17 FROM 6:30 – 8:30 PM | NORTH INDY
Join St. Luke’s and Faith in Place to hear how three different houses of worship in Indianapolis are working to achieve a more stable and sustainable climate, build climate resilience, and improve environmental justice and community health. This is an opportunity to connect with like-minded people of faith who care about our shared home! Refreshments will be provided.
CONDOLENCES Lorie Lee Andrews and family on the death of Dolores “Lorie” Stapler, who passed away on February 24th. Memorial services are pending. The Herke & Knuttel Family on the death of Janet Herke, who passed away on March 2nd. Memorial services are pending.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude 1 | Appassionata Prelude 2 | Jesus Paid it All Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Prayer of Confession | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Words of Grace and Greeting | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | O Worship the King #73 (vs. 1-3, 5) Affirmation of Faith Glory to God Anthem | Little Things Prayer Time and the Lord’s Prayer | Rev. Jen S. Gibbs Kids Dismissal Call for Offering | Rev. Jen S. Gibbs Short History Behind ‘When I Survey’ Offertory | When I Survey Doxology and Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Jen S. Gibbs Scripture Reading | John 18:33-38a Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn Benediction Postlude