May 16, 2021 Bulletin

5.16.2021

JOYS & CONCERNS

CONDOLENCES TO:

Condolences to the friends and family of Mary Jo Bridgford.

Condolences to the family and friends of Ed Simpson.

Condolences to Jerry Burkman on the loss of her husband, Jerry Awbrey.

CONGRATULATIONS TO: Meredith Merk and Austin Wooten’s on their marriage on May 22, 2021.

THIS WEEKEND

NEW SERIES EVERYDAY HOPE Every day, we face complex challenges that have no easy answers. Suffering, grief, sexual temptation, criticism, conflict, relationship issues, and more. How will we respond when life gets hard? In our new series, Everyday Hope, learn the values we’re called to live by from 1 Thessalonians. This book of the Bible gives us the answers we need. Get resources and more at stlukesumc.com/ everydayhope.

SOWERS GARDEN BEFORE & AFTER SERVICES • IN-PERSON Help support the Sowers Garden by purchasing from our plant sale Sunday, May 16 outside the front offices. The plants and tree starters are all from our gardens and we expect them to do well in your garden. Feel free to visit the Sowers Garden anytime you’re at St. Luke’s.

CONNECTIONS BOOKSTORE OPEN SUNDAYS • 9AM - NOON Located outside the main sanctuary, Connections is a place to find inspirational gifts, books authored by our pastors, Bibles, and devotionals. Support our local community by

shopping at Connections. The store is run by volunteers, and the profits fund local community members in need.

Stop in on Sundays from 9AM to Noon for your graduation gifts!

ART EXHIBIT THROUGHOUT MAY • THE GALLERY (2ND FLOOR NEAR THE SANCTUARY) You are invited to an exhibit of the photography of Emery Becker, featured in our gallery for the month of May. Emery’s life was cut short at the age of 26 when in March 2018 he was hit and killed by a drunk driver. Come celebrate Emery’s gift to the world - visual beauty.

STARTING POINT TODAY • 10:45AM OR 12:15PM • COMMUNITY ROOM Starting Point is a casual conversation for those new to St. Luke’s. Gain an orientation to St. Luke’s and leave with recommended next steps to help you find your place within the church. It’s also a great way to meet others who are new and find community! This is a 30-minute class. For the in-person experience, join us (no registration needed) in the Community Room, across from the church office, at 10:45AM OR 12:15PM. For the online class, please visit stlukesumc.com/events to register, and we will send you a Zoom link. We can’t wait to meet you!

EVENTS & GROUPS ANCHORPOINT Join us on Sunday at 8:45AM, 12:15, 3:15, and 6:15PM. Join us on the Watch Live page of our website at stlukesumc.com/live.

Outreach Hotline: Our Benevolence Hotline can be reached Monday – Friday at 317-749-2129 or at outreach@stlukesumc.com.

EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 • 7PM • ONLINE The Exploring Membership 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 - regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background. You’ll also get to hear the story of our church and discuss what it means to be a member of this local congregation through serving, growing in your faith journey, moving toward generosity, and more.

Participants will have the opportunity to join the church at the end of the class if they choose. This class meets online via Zoom. A link and passcode will be sent to you upon registration. Signup here.

SPRING GROUPS & CLASSES ONLINE This week we’ll be kicking off new classes and groups online where you can grow deeper in your understanding of racial justice, women in the Bible, prayer, and more. See what’s coming up: • Anxiety As Opportunity • Black, White, & Invisible • How to Fight Racism • Exploring Religion & Mysticism • Revolutionary Love • Fierce: Women of the Bible Who Changed the World • More Together Than Alone • Christian Classics • Only Love Is Real • Accessing the Sacred • Leading Public Prayer • Living Out Our United Methodist Beliefs • Psalms • Caste: The Origins Of Our Discontent If you’re looking to connect with others while growing in your faith, visit stlukesumc.com/events to sign up.

THE WELL Women do so much: leading, working, serving, cooking, cleaning, parenting, adulting, managing, planning, praying, teaching, building - just to name a few! And doing so much often leaves us empty, exhausted, and alone. We need a place where we can connect with other women and reconnect with God. We need THE WELL, a gathering place for women of all ages to laugh, learn, and grow together.

Hosted by Pastors Nicole Caldwell-Gross and Mindie Moore, this podcast is all about pouring yourself out in so many different ways, to so many different people. So fill your soul up and meet us at The Well – COMING IN JUNE! Learn more at stlukesumc.com/thewell.

FAMILY VBS MONDAY-WEDNESDAY • JUNE 7-9 • 6:30-8:00PM Press play, get in the mix, and discover more about God’s love for us! It’s a party for the entire family - packed with Bible stories, fun games, exciting crafts, AND worship!

Dinner is provided Monday and Tuesday from 5:45-6:30PM and food trucks will be onsite (available for purchase) on Wednesday from 5:15-6:30PM. Check-in starts at 6:15PM. The festivities begin every evening during VBS at 6:30PM in the Sanctuary. If you are not able to join us in person, you can sign up for our VBS Digital Pass! The Digital Pass will give you access to the VBS Videos and a take home craft kit.

Register at stlukesumc.com/vbs2021.

PRIDE PARTY SATURDAY • JUNE 12 • 5PM Indy Pride is virtual this year, so we’re hosting an outdoor party at St. Luke’s to celebrate our LGBTQ+ Community!

We’ll have BIPOC owned Food Trucks, fun activities, and a chance to hear from one of our ministry partners, Trinity Haven House. The playground will be open for the kids to play. Please pre-register as space is limited at stlukesumc. com/pride2021.

Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline: If you would like to speak with someone from our Care Team, please call 317-643-2293 between 8:30AM and 5PM, Monday – Friday.

ELDERBERRIES (55+) PICNIC & A SHOW THURSDAY • JUNE 17 • 6-7PM Are you 55 or older and looking to connect with others in your same life stage? Join us for a picnic and a show on Thursday, June 17 from 6 to 7PM under the tent! We know it’s been long overdue, and we can’t wait to be able to gather again safely for a meal from Chef Joesph and musical guest (TBD). The menu will be pulled pork, baked beans, chips, veggies, and dessert! It’s only $5.00, and you can register online at stlukesumc.com/registration/ ElderberrySummer or call into the office. Feel free to invite guests, and we look forward to seeing you!

MIDDLE SCHOOL MAYHEM MONDAY-FRIDAY • JUNE 21-25 Students entering 5th-8th graders this fall are invited to our FAVORITE event of the year: Middle School Mayhem! The theme is “Olympics: Mayhem.” This fun and exciting Day Camp consists of worship, group competitions, snacks, service projects, and time for a message and reflection in “crews” of 10 students and leaders. There are morning and full-day options for $30 or $100 for the entire week. It’s $30 for morning or $100 for full day. Scholarships are available.

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Kenison, Student Ministries Director. Register at stlukesumc.com/ mayhem2021.

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT AUGUST 5-6 • ONLINE & IN-PERSON Whether you’re a business leader, CEO, pastor, teacher, nurse, student, artist, soldier, parent, doctor, volunteer, entrepreneur, or simply finding your place, you have influence. When you invest in developing your leadership skills, you also give back to everyone around you. You strengthen your relationships, build trust on your team, innovate toward a better future, and face challenges head-on with fresh perspective—not only do you thrive, but your family thrives, your business thrives, your church thrives, and your community thrives. Join us for this 2-day event where you’ll hear from influential speakers, grow your leadership, and engage in sessions that will help you understand how you’re wired and where God is calling

you. Learn more and sign up at stlukesumc.com/summit.

Use priority code 21HSFAMILY to receive the discounted rate.

ST. LUKE’S EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM MONDAY-FRIDAY • 9AM-1PM • SEPTEMBER - MAY St. Luke’s Early Childhood Education staff provides age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences. We offer high-quality opportunities for growth in cognitive, social/emotional, and physical development in a loving, Christian environment. Knowledgeable and experienced staff members are committed to children and families in their journey towards greater growth and development.

Registration is now open for 2021/2022. Complete this form and send it to juliet@stlukesecp.com.

FIND SUPPORT

SUPPORT GROUPS Are you looking for support groups on topics like grief, cancer, depression, infancy loss, single parenting, and more? See a quick list of what we have to offer: • Stephen Ministry • Cancer Support • Grief Support • Chronic Pain Support • DivorceCare • Caregiver Support • Single Parenting • Military Ministry Support Visit stlukesumc.com/group-finder to sign up for and get details about a group that will walk alongside you and care for you in your greatest time of need.

NEED PRAYER? Are you in need of prayer? Visit stlukesumc.com/prayer to submit yours.

SERVE OTHERS HELP KIDS GROW Are you looking for a fun place to serve at St. Luke’s? Sign up to volunteer as a small group leader or special needs buddy! We bring kid-inspired fun to every service and classroom through energetic worship music, interactive games, and bright, friendly environments. Our team is made up of people who feel called to share the love of Jesus with kids, and every weekend they help bring excitement and enjoyment to your child’s church experience. No experience is needed. Contact elyse.haley@stlukesumc.com with questions. Learn more and sign up at stlukesumc. com/serve.

WORK AT ST. LUKE’S!

Come be a part of the St. Luke’s team! One of the reasons why we’re a great place to work is because we have the best mission in the world: we are an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ - regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or socioeconomic background. We seek to live and work with a fierce spiritual and professional resolve in order to become more like Christ and steward the gifts and opportunities He has given us. We currently have several job openings: • Childcare Caregiver • Administrative Assistant for Student Ministries and Main Office • Videographer for Worship To learn more and apply, visit stlukesumc.com/jobs.

2021 GRADUATES Julia Bick Quinn Bright Lauren Mackenzie Bultinck Rachel Duffley Elizabeth Frazer Jessica Frazer Natalie Frazer Nick Frische Hannah Grindstaff Sydney Hoge Avery Jarosinski Graham Jarosinski Cate Jensen Cara Karmolinski Grant Lipps Kylie McPherson Tommy Minkler Erik Nelson Nick Oldfather Sarah Simcox Peter Jay Summers Mariano Velazco Erika Danielle Weed Paige Zvokel

ORDER OF WORSHIP TRADITIONAL SERVICE

Welcome & Call to Worship Opening Hymn #139 – Praise to the Lord, The Almighty Affirmation of Faith Glory to God Anthem – For the Beauty of the Earth - arr. John Rutter Graduation Celebration Prayer Announcements Call for Offering Offertory – Give Me a Grateful Heart - Joseph Martin Scripture Reading Message Closing Song – New Doxology – Gateway Worship Benediction