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
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers in the North Indy Sanctuary are dedicated in loving memory of Adam Miller.
GET CONNECTED
VIEW THE MINISTRY GUIDEBOOK AVAILABLE ONLINE TODAY
Our January through July catalog is officially online, with physical copies arriving this week. This catalog is here to help you discover meaningful ways to connect, grow, and serve. The opportunities listed here aren’t just calendar events—they’re invitations. Invitations to build community, explore your faith, and find and give the hope we all need. You can view this 6 month guide at stlukesumc.com/catalog
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
NEW YEAR’S EVE LABRYNTH 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. Registration coming soon. Mark your calendars and plan on being part of this inspiring morning!
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
Rebecca Britton on the death of her husband, Rayford Britton, who passed away on December 5th. Memorial service will take place on December 21st at 1pm at Hoosier Village Chapel.
Doug Avery on the death of his wife, Martha (Marty) Avery, who passed away on December 10th. Memorial services are pending at St. Luke’s UMC.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude
Genesis Performance | Go Tell It On The Mountain
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel | (1 vs.)
Acolyte | Sarah Stella
Advent Wreath Candle Lighting | Confirmands (Carly Kennedy, Willow Bakary)
Opening Hymn | Hark! The Herald Angels Sing #240 (3 vs.)
Advent Creed | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Glory to God
Welcome/Turn and Greet | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Baptisms
Kids Dismissal | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Announcements
Anthem | Away In A Manger (Molly Ijames, Chancel Choir)
Prayer Time and the Lord’s Prayer | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Offertory | Thank You (Claire Kauffman)
Doxology and Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze Fulbright
Scripture Reading | Matthew 1:18-25
Bumper Video
Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Song After Sermon | Where Are You Christmas (Claire Kauffman)
Benediction
Postlude
