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
NORTH INDY- E126
AREA
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
ST. LUKE’S ANNUAL CHARGE CONFERENCE
DECEMBER 7 AT NOON | NORTH INDY
St. Luke’s Annual Charge Conference is the yearly meeting of the church in which we approve key parts of our budget, our members of administrative committees, a few other items of business, and hear our ministry report presented by our pastors.
JOYSWING JAZZ CONCERT
DECEMBER 9 AT 7 PM | NORTH INDY
JoySwing’s renowned musicians will take the stage with a captivating blend of classic Christmas carols and toe-tapping jazz arrangements. Rediscover the season’s joy with familiar melodies reimagined in JoySwing’s signature style! The concert starts at 7 pm and is free to attend.
SENIOR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
DECEMBER 12 AT 11 AM | GREAT HALL
This festive gathering offers a meaningful chance to pause during a busy season, share a delicious holiday meal prepared by Chef Joseph, and enjoy the warmth of community. All seniors are invited to come, connect, and celebrate together! Register at stlukesumc.com/seniorlunch
LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE
DECEMBER 16 AT 7 PM | NORTH INDY
Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, struggling with strained relationships, facing loneliness, or simply feeling the weight of the world, you are not alone. This gathering offers space for reflection, prayer, and community as we seek comfort, healing, and hope together.
OVERNIGHT CHRISTMAS PARTY
DECEMBER 19 AT 7 PM – DECEMBER 20 AT 7:30 AM
Students in grades 7-12 are invited to bring a friend and join us for an epic Christmas Party! We will be visiting the Adrenaline Family Adventure Park in Fishers, playing Christmas themed games, making Christmas crafts and treats, and playing all of our favorite Overnighter Games! Register by Dec. 15 at stlukesumc.com/ overnighter25
MAKE AN IMPACT
ANGEL TREE
DECEMBER
13 | NORTH INDY
Each year our church family comes together to support hundreds of local children and their families with Christmas gifts and household items. And this year our Angel wings are expanding to Tanzania as we support Angel House Children’s Home, which cares for orphaned children in the region. You are invited to check out our gift list and more at stlukesumc.com/angeltree
MIDTOWN
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
DECEMBER 20 AT 9 AM | MIDTOWN
Join us for this community-wide event to celebrate the season with children. Enjoy craft stations, eat, write a letter to Santa and get your picture taken with the jolly old elf. You can register at stlukesumc.com/breakfastwithsanta
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. Make your financial committment or view this year’s annual report at stlukesumc.com/intentions
CONDOLENCES
Kari Mbiti on the death of her husband, Victor Mbiti, who passed away on November 26th. Memorial services are pending.
The Dellen family on the death of John Dellen who passed away on November 26th. A private memorial service has taken place.
Beth Quarles on the death of her mother, Mara-Le Quarles who passed away on November 29th. Memorial services are pending at St. Luke’s on December 20th.
Diana Rouse on the death of her husband, Mark Rouse, who passed away on November 30th. Memorial services took place on December 5th at the Aletheia Fellowship & Ministry Center. Mark showed his artwork in the St. Luke’s North Indy art gallery in November and at our Stations of the Cross in 2025.
Carol Tharp-Perrin, David Tharp, and Andrew Warren Tharp on the death of their mother, Joanne Tharp, who passed away on December 1st. Memorial services will take place on December 13th with visitation from 10-12pm and service at 12pm at St. Luke’s UMC Midtown campus.
The Graham family on the death of Fletcher Graham who passed away on December 4th. Memorial services are pending.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | O Come, O Come Emmanuel (Matthew Compton, Wesleyan Ringers, Rebecca Holt)
Acolyte | Anna Weatherly
Advent Wreath Candle Lighting | Miller-Spaulding Family (Willie, Joe, Willow)
Opening Hymn | Angels We Have Heard on High #238 (vs. 1, 3, 4)
Advent Creed | Rev. Duane Thompson
Glory to God
Welcome/Turn and Greet | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
New Members
Kids Dismissal | Rev. Duane Thompson
Announcements
Scripture Reading | Debra Peek
Anthem | The Dream Isaiah Saw (Chancel Choir, Brass, Percussion, Organ)
Prayer Time and the Lord’s Prayer | Rev. Duane Thompson
Call for Offering | Rev. Duane Thompson
Offertory | Sing We Now of Christmas (Kevin McChesney, Wesleyan Ringers, Rebecca Holt)
Doxology and Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Duane Thompson
Bumper Video
Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Song During Sermon | Do You Hear What I Hear? (Jessi Way)
Closing Hymn | Lo, How a Rose E’er Bloom #216 (3 vs.)
Benediction
Postlude
