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
MAKE ROOM FOR FALL! Check out our End-of-Summer Sale table and save 50% on selected items through September 13. We’re making room for new fall finds, arriving September 20!
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 MEET THE MINISTER - PIZZA LUNCH SEPTEMBER 6 AT 12:30 PM | NORTH INDY
We invite you to meet our new Minister of Care & Contemplation Rachel Haines Cowart over a pizza lunch! Meet the Care & Contemplation team, ask questions, and discover ways to get supported and involved. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/ meettheminister
BROTHERHOOD: A CINEMATIC MUSICAL SEPTEMBER 9 AT 7 PM | NORTH INDY
St. Luke’s is hosting The “Love Your Neighbor” Tour to promote Brotherhood: A Cinematic Musical. Presented in partnership with &Campaign, this inspiring evening event will highlight a mix of storytelling, live music, segments from the film, and guided conversations that explore themes of identity, empathy, and seeing our neighbors with new eyes. Enjoy it with us before the film premiers in theaters!
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. Together, we walk to bring awareness, break the silence, and remind our community that no one is alone. You can walk with us and/or give towards our St. Luke’s fundraising goal. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/ outofdarkness
PARENTING, UNFILTERED WED AT 6 PM | BEGINS SEPT 16 | IN PERSON, ONLINE
We’re so excited to be bringing Brittany Turner (LCSW) for a 6-week parenting class to give you new tools and confidence and help your kids thrive. This is a class for everyone, no matter where you are in your parenting journey, how old your kids are, or what your struggles and wins look like. Brittany is a therapist and Certified Positive Discipline Facilitator who specializes in providing mental health services for children and their families. Reserve your spot at stlukesumc. com/groups
LABYRINTH WALK AUGUST 31 AT 6 PM | NORTH INDY
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. We’ll be outside if the weather allows, inside if not.
MAKE AN IMPACT LUKE’S LEADERS CALL OUT MEETINGS AUG. 30 AT 10:30 AM & 12:15 PM | N101/102
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 or just show up!
PUBLIC WITNESS AUGUST 30 FROM 10:15 - 12:15 PM | NORTH INDY
St. Luke’s is standing with Hoosiers across Indiana to rise in a powerful, unified public witness to end the crisis of ICE detention at Miami Correctional Facility. Indiana is currently holding approximately 800 immigrant men inside a state-run, maximumsecurity prison. Please join us in solidarity in front of our North Indy campus wearing a St. Luke’s t-shirt.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAMS TRAINING SEPTEMBER 12 8:30 - 5:00 PM | NORTH INDY
ERTs provide a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster. By tarping roofs, removing debris, and cleaning out flooded areas, ERTs help prevent further damage while offering practical support and hope to those facing difficult circumstances. Learn about the one-day training at stlukesumc.com/serve
INDY BLK+PRIDE SUMMER FEST SEPTEMBER 12 FROM NOON - 8 | GARFIELD PARK
St. Luke’s is a first-time sponsor of this festival, where community members connect with affirming organizations, celebrate authentically, and access valuable resources. We hope you take this opportunity to wear your St. Luke’s Pride shirt and enjoy a day that is centered on Black and brown LGBTQ+ joy, culture, resilience, and celebration. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/serve
CONDOLENCES
The Stuart family on the death of Norman “Norm” Stuart who passed away on August 19th. Memorial Service will take place on September 26th at 2pm at St. Luke’s UMC. The Hedstrom family on the death of Alice Hedstrom who passed away on August 25th. Memorial service will take place on September 4th with visitation from 11-12pm and service at 12pm at St. Luke’s UMC.
BACK-TO-CHURCH KICKOFF
Join us at our Back to Church Kickoff after services on September 13th! Enjoy inflatables for kids, games for all ages, live music, and food trucks. There will be plenty of time to hang out with old friends and make new ones. Come celebrate the launch of Kids, Students, Mosaic, 20|30's, Outreach, and Groups & Classes!
CHECK OUT THE AUGUST-DEC. CATALOG
Fall is just around the corner, and we are making it easier than ever to find your place at St. Luke's. Scan the QR code to see upcoming groups and classes, serving opportunities, support groups offered this all, and more! Physical copies are availableat the Connect Desk at your campus. Or view the online version at stlukesumc.com/catalog
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude | Amazing Grace Kara Day, Violin
Abby Heck, cello
Acolyte | Cece Shelton Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | Rejoice, Ye Pure In Heart #160 (vs. 1, 2, 3, 5) Act of Praise | Psalm 130 Lead by: Minister Rachel Haines Cowart Glory to God Turn and Greet Announcements Anthem | Goodnight, Dear Heart Chancel Choir Prayer Time and The Lord’s Prayer Kids Dismissal Call for Offering Offertory Anthem | You Are Not Alone Chancel Choir Doxology/Prayer Over Offering Scripture Reading | Acts 6:6-10 Read by: Benjamin Lamb Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn | I Know Not What the Future Hath Benediction Seven - Fold Amen | Chancel Choir Postlude