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.
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
COMMUNION AT ST. LUKE’S
Today we celebrate Holy Communion in worship. In the United Methodist Church, we practice an “open table,” where all are welcome; you do not have to be a member of this or any church to participate. As the ushers release your row, please come forward to receive the elements and return to your seat. Once all have been served, we will partake together.
If you are unable to come forward, please raise your hand and a rover will come to you. When finished, place the empty cup in the holder on the back of the pew.
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
We’re looking for volunteers to join the team. Every volunteer hour, and every purchase, helps support our Benevolence Program and the Asante Shop, making a meaningful impact in our community and beyond. Come be part of a fun, welcoming team while helping further a mission that makes a difference. We’d love to have you! Contact connections@stlukesumc.com for more information.
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. Join us for an artist reception following the 9:30 AM services.
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
E XPLORING MEMBERSHIP
AUGUST 2 FROM 12:15 - 3 PM | NORTH INDY & ZOOM
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. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/ newhere
EDUCATORS BLESSING
AUGUST 9 DURING
SERVICES
Join us for a special Educators Blessing during worship. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, school staff member, or student, we’d love to pray over you as you begin a new year. We’ll also have a small gift to thank you educators for all you do. If you know someone in the education field, invite them to join you to the service you attend. It’s sure to be a wonderful morning.
CHANCEL CHOIR KICKOFF
AUGUST 13 AT 5:30 PM |
GREAT HALL
The Chancel Choir is kicking off a new season, and now is an excellent time for you to join us. Childcare is available during rehearsals, and flexibility is welcomed—come when you can! The choir sings most Sundays at the 9:30am service in the Sanctuary. Join us for our kickoff with a dinner at 5:30pm in the Great Hall and first rehearsal at 7:00pm in the choir room.
BASE CAMP
AUGUST 16 AT 12 | NORTH
INDY
Join us for Basecamp, our annual ministry launch! This foundational event aligns our team on the heart and rhythm of our upcoming programs. Get ready for an inspiring time of worship, ministry-specific training, and a special blessing and commissioning to equip you for the season. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/basecamp
TRUCK TOWN
AUGUST 22 FROM 9 - NOON
| NORTH INDY
Do you have a vehicle-loving kid? If the answer is yes: we have plans for you! Bring your whole family to Truck Town at St. Luke’s UMC North Campus parking lot, where kids will be invited to explore inside and out all kinds of trucks and vehicles. It’s free and quiet hour is from 9-10AM. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/trucktown
LOSS OF A SPOUSE: NAVIGATING GRIEF
AUGUST 23 FROM 1 - 3 PM |
GREAT HALL
Losing a spouse or partner changes everything—your daily rhythms, your relationships, and the future you once imagined. If you are walking this road, whether your loss was recent or long ago, we invite you to join us for this special GriefShare Event. This will be an afternoon of reflection, support, and connection. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/care
F.Y.I ORGAN/HYMN CONCERT
AUGUST 25 FROM 10 - 12 PM |
SANCTUARY
Join us for a beautiful morning of classic hymns and sacred music, performed live on our sanctuary organ and featuring Chuck Goehring and Michael Conley. Open to all, this special concert is especially curated for our senior community to gather, reflect, and enjoy the power of music together.
CHANGEOVER ZONE
AUGUST 29 FROM 9 - NOON |
NORTH INDY
Every church reaches a moment where it must cross a bridge, and how you cross it matters. Join us for a fast-paced, interactive workshop led by Dr. Jim Ozier, designed to help our whole congregation actively participate in this leadership transition and position St. Luke’s for growth. Childcare will be provided with registration. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/changeover
MAKE AN IMPACT
WEEKEND WARRIORS DELIVERIES STARTING AUGUST 13
St. Luke’s has been approached by a Washington Township preschool that has 10 families struggling to feed their families over the weekends. 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. Learn how you can help at stlukesumc.com/weekendwarriors
CHILD CARE VOLUNTEERS
JOIN OUR 11 AM ELEMENTARY KIDS MINISTRY
We’re looking for caring adults who will learn kids’ names, share God’s truth, and help them experience the love of Jesus. With curriculum, games, and support provided, this is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact. Join us at least 1–2 Sundays a month and help shape the faith of the next generation. Contact amy.boles@stlukesumc.com to get involved.
CONDOLENCES
K aren Hobson on the death of her mother, Ruth (McDonough) Downing, who passed away on July 17th. Memorial services took place on July 21st in Pennsylvania.
The Fitch family on the death of Ronald “Ron” A. Fitch, who passed away on July 25th. Memorial service took place on August 1st at Adkins Bailey-Love Mortuary.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | Somewhere
Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Opening Hymn | O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing #57
Affirmation of Faith | Susan Peters
Glory to God
Turn and Greet
Announcements
Prayer Time and The Lord’s Prayer
Kids Dismissal
Call for Offering
Offertory | You Do Not Walk Alone
Elaine Hagenburg
Doxology/Prayer Over Offering
S cripture Reading | John 6:28-35; 60-69
Read by: Taffanee Keys
Message | Rev. Russ Able
Communion
Communion Hymns | For the Bread Which You have Broken #614 (4 vs.)
