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UMW RUMMAGE SALE APRIL 21-24

Drop off donations (only items that are clean, in good condition and can be reused by others, please) at the Great Hall Wednesday, April 21-Thursday, April 22, 8AM-6PM, and Friday, April 23, 8AM-Noon.

Youth volunteers are welcome after school, and can count the time as community service hours. Volunteer for two hours, or stay the whole day. Contact Regan Summers at regansummers@hotmail.com to sign up.

Come shop the Members’ Sale Friday, April 23, 6-8PM, or the Public Sale Saturday, April 24, 8AM-4PM.

Can’t get your large items to church? Pick up available Thursday, April 22 from 6-9PM. Large items ONLY please! All other donations should be brought to the Great Hall. Able Bodied Men w/trucks, vans or trailers are needed to pick up these items. Contact Betsy Amirhamzeh at ncbetsy@comcast.net before Monday, April 19.

Want first pick at all the great stuff? Volunteers are needed Wed.-Fri. from 8AM-5PM for sorting and set up. Cashiers and workers are needed on Sale days from 5:45-8:15PM on Friday, and 7:45AM-4:15PM on Saturday. Be part of the clean-up crew Saturday 4-6PM.

APRIL 2010

MONTHLY

COMMUNION Endowment Sunday On Sunday, April 25, St. Luke’s will welcome Reverend William G. Enright, Ph.D. to the pulpit during all three morning services to deliver an inspiring message to our congregation. Dr. Enright is the Executive Director of the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, and former Senior Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis.

St. Luke’s Endowment was founded over 20 years ago by members who had the vision and passion for securing our church’s future for generations to come. Over the years, the Endowment has helped build and sustain programs such as: The Garden, Staff Parish Fund, Sowers Fund, Deaf Camp Fund, Carillon Fund, Christmas Fund, and the Jean Bepko Children’s Resource Fund.

In addition, the Christian Life Scholarship Fund has awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarship support to youth members who have demonstrated a passion for their faith and their willingness to help make a difference in the lives of others.

If you would like to learn more about the St. Luke’s Endowment and how you can use your faith to create a legacy, stop by the Endowment tables in the East and West Passages on April 25 to pick up some materials and speak with a committee member.

Turn the World Upside Down TIME—Together in Ministry Everyday

April 18 - May 30 We are surrounded by many modern examples of PROPHETS. Women and men, children and youth, who by words, actions, silent prayers and service, challenge systems of injustice and inequity. They have become, in a myriad of ways, the very VOICE, HANDS, and HEART of God in our world.

During the TIME Series “Turn the World Upside Down” we’ll have the opportunity to learn more stories of these change-agents, from the famous to the unknown, and consider ways that we, too, can personally step out in faith to make a real difference.

We all have opportunities to change our world. We’ve been in Spring Training; now’s the TIME to launch out and love our community with every possibility of grace, peace, and justice. Look through the April 2010 Communion for the globe logo to find opportunities in many program areas that may inspire you to “Turn the World Upside Down.”

Carrie Newcomer in Concert–“Before and After” Carrie is near and dear to the St. Luke’s community and she returns to us on April 23 at 7PM in the Sanctuary to share her new CD, “Before and After.” Tickets are $16 in advance (available now at www.stlukesumc.com) and $18 at the door. Festival seating—doors open at 7PM. CDs available for purchase and signing the evening of the concert.

St. Luke’s is an open

community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation. We envision being transformed by God and

transforming the world

into a

compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.

This issue lists upcoming events April 2010 through mid-May. The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2010 COMMUNION MONTHLY: April 5 for May issue (publishes 4/25) May 3 for June issue (publishes 5/23)

COMMUNION MONTHLY:

a publication of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com A PDF version of this publication is available online.

Send your announcements to Lori Crantford at crantfordl@stlukesumc.com or leave them in her mailbox in the main office. Notices of births, deaths and weddings should be given to Sylvia Forbes (forbess@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x343) and can be left with her weekly to be published in the Worship Guide.

All classes, events and groups are open to all; church membership or affiliation are not required for participation. WELCOME TO ST. LUKE’S!

HOLY WEEK

SPECIAL EVENTS

Holy Thursday Service, April 1

Service Day

7PM, St. Luke’s Sanctuary, with communion 7PM, The Garden at Oak Hill

Hosted by St. Luke’s Singles & the Inclusiveness Team Saturday, April 10, 8AM-Noon, starting in the Great Hall Put your Lenten Spiritual Spring Training to practical use. Starting at 9AM in the Great Hall, teams will be formed to take action. After a light breakfast at 8 and devotions at 8:45AM, one team will go to Fox Hill Elementary. One team will work on needed projects here at St. Luke’s.

A third team will write letters on behalf of Bread for the World and to our military family members. Registration for breakfast is required. Contact Chris Thornsberry at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.

Good Friday Services, April 2 Noon and 7PM, Sanctuary Noon, The Garden at Beef and Boards Holy Week Prayer Vigil Sign up to "pray without ceasing" for 1/2 hour or hour from Holy Thursday, April 1 at 8PM until Good Friday, April 2 at Noon.

See page 10 for details.

SPIRITUAL SPRING TRAINING—CLOSING EVENT

“Take Me Out to the Ball Game” Night!

EASTER, Sunday, April 4 (NOTE: NO Youth-Led Sunrise Service this year)

Sanctuary Services: 8:00, 9:30 and 11:15AM (note time changes) The Garden Services 8:15, 9:15 & 10:15AM at Beef and Boards 10:15AM at The Mansion at Oak Hill Later@St. Luke’s 6PM, Robertson Chapel

Join us Friday, April 16 at 7PM for St. Luke’s Night at Victory Field. We’ll be watching the Indianapolis Indians take on the Toledo Mud Hens for Opening Night. Cost of each ticket is $7 for reserved seats. A park and ride ticket is also available for $6. Park and ride includes shuttle service from St. Luke’s UMC to Victory Field (limited availability).

The big game starts at 7:15PM with the first pitch... then plan on staying afterwards for FIREWORKS! Purchase your ticket online at www.stlukesumc.com, in the West Passage on Sunday mornings, or in the front office.

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ADULT EDUCATION To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404 x367 or at morand@stlukesumc.com. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s.

Café Conversations

The Prophets:

Wednesdays, April 7–May 19 , 9:30-11AM IN E105 The book The Jesus I Never Knew is an attempt to present an unbiased, facts-only look at the person of Jesus Christ.

Yancey, the book's author, studies various aspects of Jesus' life including his birth, the message he came to bring, and the reasons behind his death, resurrection and ascension.

Several times during the course of the book, Yancey asks himself if he had been alive during the time Jesus lived, would he have believed the message Jesus brought? The book is available for purchase in the Oasis bookstore. Led

by Dr. Marion Miller.

Voices of Hope, Peace, and Social Justice Tuesdays, April 13–May 18, 7-8:30PM in E105 Pre-registration recommended; childcare available upon request. The prophets of Israel have inspired readers of the Bible throughout the centuries with their call for social justice and compassion. They uplifted the religious vision that what God demands first and foremost is for us to reach out to our fellow human beings. The prophets shone a piercing light on what they considered to be hypocritical, insincere religion. Finally, they gave us the messianic vision of a future of hope and peace when God would redeem the world.

Led by Rabbi Arnold Bienstock, Adjunct Professor, Butler University, Department of Philosophy & Religion.

Voices of Change Sundays, April 11–May 16 (no 5/9), 11AM-Noon in the Parlor As our faith community focuses on this spring’s T.I.M.E. theme–Turn the World Upside Down–we will examine the work of change-agents and out-of-the-box thinkers within the United States and the world, of another era as well as today. Join us as we review the life and work of Nelson Mandela, Marian Wright Edelman, Charles Darwin, and Bono.

Be sure to hear the stories of children and youth changing the world today through the contributions of Later@ St.Luke’s Mission Possible Kids and A Girl’s Gift. Coordinated by Terri Coe.

Hope in the Midst of Loss Thursdays, April 8–May 13, 7-9PM in N101-102 Pre-registration required; class limited to 20 participants.

Childcare available upon request. Everyone experiences loss, whether it’s the breakup of a relationship, the loss of a job, a divorce, the loss of a home, a death, or some other loss . . . but not everyone experiences hope when they are dealing with a loss. This class is designed to help you experience hope in the midst of loss! It will provide insights that will enable you to understand a) your own attachments, b) the breaks that have taken place in your attachments (that is, your losses), and 3) the resources you have to get you through them. It is led by Dr. Adolf Hansen, our Theologian in Residence, who is the author of Responding to Loss: A Resource for Caregivers, a book that is the text for this class (available through our bookstore).

Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays, April 7–May 12, 1-2:30PM inE105 PILLARS OF FAITH—This series explores the factors which shaped the face of Christianity. It provides a powerful record of those who changed our world by their faith. In the several-hundred year period after the crucifixion of Christ, his followers were an often-persecuted band of believers.

We’ll discuss the contributions of the desert fathers, St. Patrick and St. Brigid, Joan of Arc, Archbishop Romero and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, to name a few. Their stories are testaments to the depth of their convictions. Led by Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries.

CARE MINISTRIES Care Committee If you know of someone in a health care center, or confined to their home, please call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365. The Care Committee makes these monthly visits.

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CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES 1st Graders Viewing Baptisms

Race Day Activities

Children in first grade attending 9:30AM Sunday School will view baptisms with their class on April 25. Also, all 11AM Elementary Sunday School participants will view baptisms that day. Children will meet their teachers at the right side of the Sanctuary and will be escorted to a reserved pew.

Children will participate in the service, view baptisms, and then be escorted back to class for their lesson.

Our Sunny Summer programs will begin Sunday, May 30.

Preschool and Pre-K classes will need volunteers to supervise children in the movie and play room (E110).

Elementary (K-5th grade) will need volunteers to supervise activities in the Great Hall. Contact Dawn Bick or Mary Hach if you are able to help us on May 30.

Communion in Children's Church

Sunny Summer Sundays is our summer Sunday School programming. We are in need of teachers for Preschool and Pre-K classes, and Elementary (K-5th grade) activities in the Great Hall. Please brighten a child's day with your love this summer. This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to help who are unable to commit during the school year.

Contact Dawn Bick or Mary Hach if you are able to teach or assist this summer.

Elementary Children will be remembering the Last Supper and Jesus' love for us by having Holy Communion in Children's Church at 9:30 and 11AM on May 2. We hope this will be a meaningful experience during the Lenten Season.

Childcare on Easter Childcare is available each Sunday at 8:15AM for children up to age 5. Childcare will be available at 9:30 & 11AM for children up to age 3. Sunday School will be offered for children age 3 (by 9/1/09) through prekindergarten. Students in kindergarten-grade 5 will join their parents for worship.

Easter Volunteers Needed We are seeking volunteers to assist in childcare, preschool and pre-Kindergarten rooms on Easter Sunday, April 4 for the 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 services. We expect a large number of children on Easter Sunday. If you are able to help our youngest members, please contact Janet Miller at 845-2745 x327 to volunteer.

Sunday School on Easter Sunday Childcare is available for all three services for infants through age 5. Children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 are invited to worship with their parents. Regular Sunday School will be meeting for Preschool and PreKindergarten classes at 9:30 & 11AM.

Sunny Summer Sunday School Teachers Needed

Summer Splash - Heroes Headquarters Formerly known as VCS, Summer Splash will be an awesome adventure as we learn how we can be God's Unknown Heroes on Earth. Summer Splash will be June 21-25, 9AMNoon. We will be registering children and volunteers in the East Passage beginning April 4. Children age 4 (by 9/1/10) through Grade 5 are welcome to participate. CDs of the music for the week are available to purchase for $2. Volunteers in all areas are needed, and youth grade 6 and up are welcome to volunteer. Childcare is available for volunteers. Stop by our registration table for more information. We plan to have many new and exciting events that you won't want to miss, including a water slide and picnic on Friday!

Fall Sunday School Teachers Needed If you are interested in teaching this fall in preschool-Grade 5, please contact Dawn Bick or Mary Hach.

CHILDREN’S PRESCHOOL & PDO Parent’s Night Out Need a date night, but childcare is an issue? Parent’s Night Out (PNO) is for you! PNO is run by parents for parents. It is an organized group childcare co-op that runs one scheduled Saturday evening a month from 5:30-9PM where PNO members bring their children to the church preschool area for organized, fun childcare provided by other members of the PNO group. Each parent works two Saturday evenings a year in exchange for the rest of the PNO Saturdays free to go out without their children. The only cost is

an annual $25 supply/snack fee. The PNO year runs August-July, and registration is required.

New member registration is Sunday, April 25 after the 9:30 and 11:00 services at the PNO table in the East Passage. If you have any questions prior to registration, please email Jackie Vaughn and Lisa Sims at stlukespno@gmail.com or check the St. Luke’s website www.stlukesumc.com.

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Children’s Weekday Preschool & Parents’ Day Out

Preschool

Open registration for 2010-11 school year. For information call 844-3399 or contact Bobbi at main-jacksonb@stlukesumc.com or Alison at strawmyera@stlukesumc.com.

Classes (9AM-1PM) for three- to five-year olds are offered in a safe and nurturing Christian environment. All teachers are experienced, qualified, well-trained, and strive to maintain strong relationships with the children and their families. Preschool offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum where children may grow socially, creatively, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Children must be 3 years old by 9/1/10 to enroll for the 2010-11 school year.

Parents’ Day Out Classes (9AM-1PM) are offered for children ages 10 months to 3 years. PDO was established to provide parents of young children time for themselves on a regular basis.

Children participate in structured play in a safe and nurturing Christian environment one, two, or three days per week. Opportunities are provided for children to learn beginning social skills while having fun. Children must be 10 months by 9/1/10 to enroll for the 2010-11 school year.

CHILDREN’S MUSIC Children’s Choir Flower Sale Returns Students in the Children’s Choirs are again taking orders for spring flowers and bedding plants through April 20. Plants include the most popular varieties offered in flats, pots and hanging baskets. Choir families will be taking orders in the East and West Passages on Sunday, April 11 and Sunday, April 18, or you may access an order form at www.stlukesumc.com/ generated/files/flowersale.pdf. Orders must be prepaid and turned in to a choir member or the church office by April 20. Flower pick up is scheduled for Sunday, May 2, 8:30AM-Noon at Door 16, just in time for Mother’s Day and prime planting season here in Central Indiana. In case of inclement weather, pick up will take place at the east entrance to the Great Hall. Proceeds from the flower sale will benefit Children's Choirs’ tours and summer camps. If you have any questions, please contact Cathi Wineland at 4660286 or cathiwineland@comcast.net.

COMMUNITY MINISTRIES Fletcher Place Community Center Breakfast dates are April 8, 13 & 16 and May 11, 13, & 16. Need donations of food, paper goods or cash to pay for these items. Contact Joe Kenny at 705-0489 or jgkenny@att.net for more information or to volunteer.

Dinners for April will be handled by Empty Nesters. May dinner dates are May 17 and 26. Need volunteers to donate food items, cook and especially to transport and serve. See bulletin board in the hall between Robertson Chapel and Oasis Bookstore to sign up, or call Kay Horton at 253-9833 for more information. Volunteers are also needed in the thrift store, food pantry and for literacy classes and GED preparation. Contact Karen Mann at Fletcher Place at 6363466 ext. 4 or Karen@fletcherplacecc.org for information.

Habitat for Humanity St. Luke’s is collaborating with other United Methodist churches to build a two-story, fourbedroom home at 3233 N. Capitol in the fall of 2010 for a deserving family. In addition to providing construction volunteers, St. Luke’s has committed to contribute at least $5,000 toward the build. On May 23, volunteers will be selling 2x4 wooden boards for $52 each which can be signed and will become a part of the home construction with the proceeds going toward sponsorship. If you would like to volunteer to help with the sale, please contact Kristin or Sara Rogers at 844-0304 or kristinrogers@mac.com.

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Fox Hill Elementary School Partnership Do you know you can Turn the World Upside Down by helping one child? Getting to know a child and becoming a positive influence in his or her life can turn his or her life towards a better direction. Ways to get involved:

PEER CLUB Tuesday mornings from 8-8:45, Fox Hill second graders are paired with a middle school student or adult volunteer for 45 minutes of one-on-one reading at Peer Club. If you are interested in reading with a student each Tuesday morning, contact Katy McMurray at katybmcmurray@gmail.com or 253-6480.

LUNCH BUNCH If you are interested in being a mentor, role model or just making a new friend with a 4th or 5th grader —it’s as easy as lunch! Fourth grade eats from 12:15-12:45, and fifth eats from 12:45-1:15 in the Fox Hill Cafeteria. If you would like to be a part, contact Katy McMurray at katybmcmurray@gmail.com or 253-6480 to fill out a background check. Lunch is available to purchase or you can bring your own.

OTHER FOX HILL OPPORTUNITIES:

AFTER-SCHOOL ACHIEVERS

SPRING OPEN HOUSE AND FAMILY SUPPER April 15, 6-7:30PM. This will be one "fun-packed" evening at Fox Hill. The third graders will present a Jazz Cafe during the Family Supper at 6:45PM. The halls will be lined with fantastic artwork from our first, second and third grade students, and the Book Fair will be open for spring shopping. All St. Luke's volunteers are invited. If you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Tamara Lorinczi at Fox Hill (259-5371 x100 or tlorinczi@msdwt.k12.in.us).

SPRING IS FIELD TRIP TIME If anyone would like to accompany a class on a field trip, please contact Tamara Lorinczi and she will put you in touch with a grade-level team leader. Email her at tlorinczi@msdwt.k12.in.us or call 259-5371 x100.

MUSICAL THEATER Please join us for Musical Theater's final production of Once Upon A Mattress on April 29, 7PM. Admission is free.

Each weekday afternoon at Fox Hill, more than 80 children stay from 2:30-6PM for After-School Achievers.

This program works with students identified as needing some extra help with work. If you would like to work one-on-one with a student on a regular basis, contact Katy McMurray at katybmcmurray@gmail.com or 253-6480.

TITLE I Volunteers needed any time between 8:10AM and 2:15PM to work one-on-one with children who are working below grade level. Greatest need is on Mondays, but volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday. Contact Barb King at bking@msdwt.k12.in.us or 259-5371.

FOX HILL BOOK FAIR NEEDS VOLUNTEERS The Fox Hill Book Fair will be April 12-16. We will need volunteers on Friday, April 9 from 2:30-4PM for set up; Monday-Friday, April 12-16 from 8AM-2:15PM for sales assistance. The Monday-Friday shifts are 8-10AM, 10AMnoon, and Noon-2PM, and on Friday, April 16 from 23:30PM for tear down. To sign up contact, Janet Pfadt at jpfadt@msdwt.k12.in.us or 259-5371 x13314.

Construction Ministry Turn the World Upside Down starting in your own backyard. St. Luke’s Construction Ministry focuses on building wheelchair ramps for special-needs situations in the Indianapolis area. We partner with Second Presbyterian Church and work as a team each Saturday to design, build and assemble ramps. Referrals come from the Indiana Council on Aging as well as other social service agencies. Priorities are given to handicapped clients who have no means of getting in and out of their homes.

We completed 47 construction projects to help families during our 2009 building season.

For more information, contact Dave Boyer tbucket2@sbcglobal.net, or 251-1094 or Tara Lineweaver at tgline@sbcglobal.net or 329-9189.

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FELLOWSHIP Easter Egg Hunt The Annual St. Luke's Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 3, beginning promptly at 10AM. Tickets are $3 and can be purchased at the door on the day of the hunt. Gathering is in the Great Hall, and the egg hunt is outside. In the event of heavy rain or snow, the hunt for eggs will be moved indoors.

Men's Softball We will soon start our third year of Men's Softball and we need you to join our team! All you need is a glove and a few open Sunday afternoons! Let me know if you are interested! Contact Nate Montgomery at 340.7115 or email n8withan8@yahoo.com.

Passionate People Peddling The St Lukes Bicycling Group (Passionate People Peddling) will have their first ride Saturday morning May 15 starting at 8:30AM and ending around 12–12:30PM. The rides will continue each Saturday through August 29. The rides will focus on breakfast, fellowship, physical exercise, and fun. Because we will be riding on streets you must be at least 18. ••• You will need the following: a bicycle in safe working condition, a little money for breakfast and a helmet (no helmet, no ride for you). Watch upcoming publications for more details, or you may email rcmmcd@comcast.net to be on the PPP email list.

GLOBAL HEALTH MINISTRIES Spotlight 2010 on May 10 Come to Clowes Memorial Hall on Monday, May 10 to enjoy artists such as Dance Kaleidoscope, ISO, IRT, Phoenix Theatre, Indianapolis Children’s Choir and more perform to benefit HIV/AIDS prevention in Indiana. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Ticketmaster, or in the West Passage starting in mid-April. Sponsored by Global Health Commission.

GRIEF MINISTRIES New Grief Support Group

GREEN MINISTRIES

If you have experienced the loss of a spouse, significant other or parent, meet others who have experienced loss, and find hope in God’s love for those who mourn. Meets 2-3:30PM on Sundays, April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 16 and 23 (no 5/9). Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315 to register.

Green Ministry Award The Green Ministry thanks all of you who live in Indianapolis and pay for curbside recycling. Your willingness to pay for services sends the city of Indianapolis a message about what is important to you. We especially thank the woman who gave her grandchild curbside recycling for Christmas. We all need to be encouraging the next generation to care for the planet.

Green Ministry Leadership Team Our ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 5:30-7PM in E213 and welcomes new people to the discussion. Contact Betty Brandt (brandb@stlukesumc.com, 846-3404) or just show up.

HEALTH MINISTRIES Blood Drive Lend an arm to save a life. Donate blood at St. Luke’s on Sunday, April 11, 8AM-NOON in the Great Hall.

Blood Pressure Screening Free blood pressure screening in E105 on April 11, from 911AM. Refrain from smoking or caffeine thirty minutes before. Offered the 2nd Sunday of every month.

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INCLUSIVENESS MINISTRY Inclusiveness Ministry Community Brunch On Saturday, May 15, 10-11:30AM, you are invited to fellowship with the Inclusiveness Team and learn about its initiatives. This racially and culturally diverse group’s mission is to support St. Luke’s congregation in living intentionally in true community with people of various cultures, faiths and ethnic backgrounds, and to celebrate similarities and honor differences. Please RSVP to Maria Blake at mariawblake@yahoo.com or 293-3156.

LATER@ST. LUKE’S Little Angel Dancers Back by popular demand, The Little Angel Dancers liturgical dance team will appear during the Easter season in the Sanctuary and at the 6PM Later service. These precious little angels range between 2nd and 6th grades and are taught by Leslie Gaudreau with the support of Gustanna Moss Chaney. Both Leslie and Gustanna plan to explore other dance opportunities among teenagers and adults here at the church. The Little Angel Dancers meet Sunday mornings for one hour. If you are interested in joining any of these dance ensembles, contact Leslie Gaudreau at Leslie.Gaudresu@gmail.com or Gustanna Moss Chaney at gchaney1@indy.rr.com.

A Girl’s Gift, Inc. Later@St. Luke’s and Mission Possible Kids are in partnership with a program called A Girl’s Gift. This 10-week workshop series kicked off with 30 5th-8th grade girls, equipping them with with three things: Exposure to professional women who will mentor them through out the workshop series; Engagement in activities centered around community service and entrepreneurship; and Immersion in exercises meant to boost their self-esteem. They will also work with MPKids on a community service project tied to collecting shoes for Haitian residents devastated by the January earthquake. You can learn much more about A Girl's Gift Inc. by visiting the website: www.agirlsgift.org.

Race Relations Study Circles The Later@St. Luke’s Race Relations Study Circles are designed to increase the understanding, appreciation and celebration of different races and cultures within its gatherings. Its purpose is to help embrace community within this multicultural diverse and innovative worship experience. This interracial group is peer-led and takes place on Sunday evenings between 4-6PM. If you are interested in attending one of these dynamic sessions, contact one of the facilitators, Kevin Helmuth at 664-5336 or Gustanna Moss Chaney at gchaney1@indy.rr.com.

Mission Possible Kids Sunday evenings between 6-8PM on Sundays kids in grades 1-5 are on a mission from God. The program empowers kids to change the world through helping others; and our kids are turning the world upside down! ••• DURING APRIL, mission projects include “Sowing Seeds of Love” (in collaboration with the Sowers Ministry), and helping military wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan. Come join us for our next “top secret mission” and earn mission stars for your MP Kids T-shirts. All missions are held on Sunday evenings here at the church, along with monthly field trips.

A $20 agent registration fee (paid by parent) is required, which includes a T-shirt and lifetime membership to MP Kids. Contact Cathy Robinson cronbinson411@yahoo.com.

God has a mission for you, be there!

Hospitality and Special Events Light suppers will be served every 3rd Sunday in April and May. Please join us at 4:45PM prior to attending Later@St. Luke’s worship service in Fellowship Hall for delicious food and fun. To assist us in proper planning, please register at least one week in advance. Donations are welcome— $3 per person minimum. Please give generously so that these meals so that we can continue in the fall. Registrations are being taken at Later’s Information Table, with Singles on Wednesday nights, and at Mission Possible Kids Headquarters on Sunday evenings.

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MEMBERSHIP Preach It Brother!

Chris Thornsberry will be the guest preacher at the Later@St. Luke’s multicultural worship service on Sunday, April 11 at 6PM in Robinson Chapel. Come join us for this exciting worship experience following Easter.

Become a Member The next Membership Class is Thursday, April 15, 6:30-9PM. Registration is encouraged and childcare is available upon request. Please contact Sylvia at 846-3404 x343 or forbess@stlukesumc.com. Go from “attender” to “member,”no matter you long you’ve been coming to St. Luke’s.

MUSIC MINISTRIES Special Concert The St. Luke's Music Department hosts Indianapolis Symphonic Choir & Butler University Choirs, with Angelique Zuluaga (soprano), Christopher Bolduc (bass-baritone) and orchestra, who will be performing Brahms' exquisite choral masterwork, “A German Requiem,” on Saturday, April 10 at 8PM. For tickets, go to www.indychoir.org.

SINGLES MINISTRIES Help Wanted

New Life Circle

Singles Ministries is looking for a social media volunteer.

This person would be responsible for updating our Facebook, Twitter, and Meetup.com information each week.

This is a work-at-home opportunity and you must own your own computer. For more information, please contact Chris at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.

Attention Single Women . . . During the season of Lent and Easter, we set out on a faith journey together. Where has this “journey” taken you? Where do you go from here?

Sunday Night Singles Join Singles before, during and after the Later@St. Luke’s worship services (Sundays, 6PM in Robertson Chapel) at these events:

BEFORE Later@St. Luke’s “Life Group Discussions” (1st and 3rd Sundays, 4:45PM). Sit around the table with friends and a light snack to share in a Life Group experience over common but energetic discussions.

AFTER Later@St. Luke’s Fun Filled Activities (2nd and 4th Sundays). Following worship service, we will meet up at places like Steak ‘n Shake, bowling, baseball game, etc.

If you are interested in joining the life group discussions before worship or outside fun events and activities after worship, please contact Chris Thornsberry, Associate Director of Singles at thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com, or Dr. Marion Miller at millerm@stlukesumc.com.

Join New Life Circle on Tuesday, April 20, at 7PM in the Spiritual Life Center for “Have a Little Faith” with Terri Coe, Director of Adult Ministries. Have a Little Faith is Mitch Albom’s first non-fiction book since Tuesdays with Morrie.

It begins with an unusual request: an 82-year-old rabbi from Albom’s old hometown asks him to deliver his eulogy. Feeling unworthy, Albom insists on understanding the man better, which throws him back into a world of faith he’d left years ago. Have a Little Faith is a book about a life’s purpose; about losing belief and finding it again; about the divine spark inside us all. It is one man’s journey, but it is everyone’s story!

Come for a lively conversation about how faith can transform your life.

An evening of fun, fellowship and discovery awaits you. For additional information, call Nancy at 255-1226 or Cathy at 334-7821. New Life Circle is a gathering of single, divorced, and widowed women of all ages.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Indianapolis Don’t miss this rare opportunity. His Holiness the Dalai Lama will speak on “Facing Challenges with Wisdom and Compassion” at Conseco Fieldhouse on Friday, May 14, at 9:30AM. Tickets are $25/person, $15/student.

The program will be hosted by the Interfaith Hunger Initiative, the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center, and the Indiana Buddhist Center. Proceeds will benefit the Interfaith Hunger Initiative and the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Center. Tickets are $25/person, $15/student and may be purchased at the Conseco Fieldhouse box office, or through Ticketmaster (additional charges will apply to all Ticketmaster purchases).

SOWERS The Language of Flowers Wednesday, April 21 at 7:30PM in W125, the Sowers will meet to learn about “The Language of Flowers.” Miranda Marsico from the Blooming Dragon Emporium will teach about the Victorian custom of using flowers to communicate messages. She will also direct a workshop on making “nosegays with a message.” She asks that each participant bring a pair of small sharp scissors or a pruner. Cost is $5/person. RSVPs are necessary to ensure enough materials for everyone. Contact Gail Corn at gkcorn@spcglobal.net or 843-1244 by April 7 if you would like to be included.

SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404 x367 or morand@stlukesumc.com. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s.

PRAYER & MEDITATION

Indoor Friday Labyrinth Walk Make space in your busy schedule for a time of meditation and prayer on our indoor canvas labyrinth. Every Friday, 57PM in Fellowship Hall. Candles, meditative music, as well as a host/hostess available to answer questions. Here is the perfect way to end your work week and begin your weekend—walking prayer.

Daylily Labyrinth Maintenance Spring is here and our outdoor labyrinth needs some attention. If you would like to adopt a section for weeding, clipping and mulching this spring and summer, please contact Betty Brandt (brandtb@stlukesumc.com, 317-846-3404x339).

Spiritual Intuitive Awareness Group If you are exploring your imaginative skills and wish to deepen your ability to use intuition for discernment and to live in a God-centered state, find a safe place for discovery in this forum for learning and sharing. Led by Maria Celeste, first Tuesdays, April 6 and May 4, and fourth Tuesday, April 27, 6:15-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. No registration; $10/session.

Celtic Contemplation Carol Dennis provides flute music and Marsha Hutch-inson offers communion during this time for prayer, scripture, optional labyrinth walking and silence. First Wednesdays (April 7, no May service), 6-6:30PM, N103/104 (enter door #8).

Oneness Blessing The Oneness Blessing is not a faith or a religion, but rather a practice that may help people reach a deeper level of connectedness with their own faith. It is a practice that is spreading all over the world; Irene Maher will be bringing it to St. Luke’s on the 1st Tuesdays of the month, April 7 and May 4, 7:15-8PM in the Spiritual Life Center. $10 donation.

“Drum On” Circle Live with Vibrancy, Rhythm and Passion. All are invited to experience an hour of drumming every 4th Wednesday (April 28). Led by Dane McCullough, Modular Building, 6:30-7:30PM. Drums are provided or bring your own. No experience necessary.

Holy Week Prayer Vigil Sign up to "pray without ceasing" for 1/2 hour or hour from Holy Thursday, April 1 at 8PM until Good Friday, April 2 at Noon. Come to the Prayer Chapel/Spiritual Life Center.

Walk the labyrinth in the Great Hall. A custodian will be present throughout the night. Please register in advance by contacting DeAnna at 846-3404 x367.

HEALING MINISTRY

Appointments for Healing Sessions The St. Luke’s Healing Ministry has expanded appointment times to include 11AM on the first Sunday of each month and Wednesday afternoons. Anyone seeking emotional, spiritual and/or physical healing is welcome. No charge (donations appreciated). Call 846-3404 x442 and leave your name and number for an appointment on Sunday, May 2 (no Easter sessions), or Tuesday afternoon/evening, Wednesday afternoon, or Friday morning/afternoon. Your call will be promptly returned.

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If you feel called to bring the healing power of God’s love to others, you may be interested in being trained in the Pilgrimage Healing Process, a hands-on-healing modality. The training includes background of the Process, learning the steps, being both receiver and giver and a discussion of your roles as healer. Experiencing a healing session in preparation for the training is required. Call 846-3404x442 to schedule a healing session appointment. Contact Betty Brandt, brandtb@stlukesumc.com, 846-3404x339, to express interest or ask questions. Saturday, April 10, 8:30AM4PM in the Spiritual Life Center. Training team led by Sandy Clark. Registration required with a $50 deposit by April 5.

Total fee of $150 includes training manual, DVD and lunch.

Animal Communication Readings Mary Marshall returns to St. Luke’s to “talk” with the animals. As a medical intuitive she can “scan” your pet’s body and intuitively find trouble spots. She can help you understand your pet’s persistent behavioral problems and recommend solutions. Her book is Medicine Horse Woman: Lessons on Spirituality and Healing from an Animal Communicator. Wednesday, April 28, 6:30-8:30PM in W125 (enter door #4). Appointments required (contact DeAnna Moran at 846-3404 x367). Fee: $30/15 minute reading.

Come with your pet or pets.

Walking Through the Medicare Maze—2010 Update Medicare A, Medicare B, Medicare D, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement. What are they and how are they different from one another? How do I choose? When do I choose? If you’ve ever asked yourself any of these questions, you aren’t alone. It’s complicated! If you’d like to learn more about these plans and feel a little more comfortable as you try to decide what to do, please come to hear an unbiased overview. No specific insurance plans or carriers will be highlighted and no one will try to sell you anything. This is an informational gathering. Your presenter is Jim Chesterfield, who became an employee benefits professional after 25 years of buying, implementing and managing benefit programs for companies in Central Indiana. Meets Tuesday, May 11, 7-8:30PM in E107/109. No registration or fee. Joint project of the Spiritual Life Center’s Healing Ministry and the Health Ministry.

Conversation About Religion, Meaning, Ethics & Ideas Where can you find discussion about religion in America, the wisdom of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, the effect of torture on democracies, or how TV shows are modern-day parables? These topics and many more are discussed every Sunday morning in the Spiritual Life Center, 9:30-10:30AM. The time together is based on the American Public Media show “Speaking of Faith” (www.speakingoffaith.org). Meet new people, learn about current trends and ideas and energize yourself for the week to come. Led by Betty Brandt.

Celebrating the Power and Practice of Love It's been said that love is the most powerful and still the most unknown energy in the world. When we learn how to harness this energy, we experience a holy fire that transforms our journey from fear to love. Wednesday, April 14, 7-9PM in the Spiritual Life Center. Led by Richard Brendan, host of The Richard Brendan Show, Saturdays, 9-10AM on 88.7FM, WICR (www.wicr.uindy.edu). Registration required; fee $10 (includes a free CD about love from Richard's radio show).

Richard is a certified Life Purpose Coach and ordained minister. He is also founder of JourneysFire International and Executive Producer of the Sacred Romance CD. SPIRITUAL FORMATION

GodSign II Open to all those who have experienced GodSign I. Here is an opportunity to continue your exploration and learn more about finding God in your everyday world. Taught by Annie Truesdell, Thursdays, April 8 & 15, 7-9PM in N103/104. Registration required. Fee:$50.

SPECIAL EVENT

Phil Gulley Returns To St. Luke’s—Save The Date!

Phil Gulley has written a new book, If the Church Were Christian. He comes to us on Friday, June 25, 7:30PM in the Sanctuary to talk about his provocative ideas. Evening includes Q & A and book signing. If you have read his other “grace” books, you know you don’t want to miss this evening. Tickets ($10) at www.stlukesumc.com and at the door.

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body ~ mind ~ spirit Ongoing Integral Hatha Daytime Yoga Mondays, March 8-April 26, 7:30 & 9:30AM; and Thursdays, March 11-April 29, 8:30AM in N101/102. Walk-ins/$15 for either session. Registration suggested, taught by Marsha Pappas. Classes continue on May 10 & 13.

“Pay What You Can” Happy Yoga Open to all, regardless of your finances or yoga experience.

Find your strength and happiness through poses, breath and meditation. Taught by Robin Howard. Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30PM in N103/104. No registration or fee; donations appreciated. Bring a mat AND blanket.

Kundalini Yoga This rigorous yoga class returns to St. Luke’s in January 2010. Kundalini Yoga combines mantra, motion and posture to create an individual experience of the Infinite.

Taught by Karla Becker. Six Wednesdays, March 10-April 21 (omit April 7), 5:30-6:30 PM in N103/104. Bring a blanket or mat. Registration suggested; fee $60. Walkins/$15. Class continues on May 12.

Ongoing Qigong Classes Qigong (Chee-Gung) is an amazing set of gentle exercises similar to Tai Chi which help to enhance and maintain one’s overall health. It is a self-healing practice used to recover from illness, relieve stress, lower blood pressure, increase blood circulation and reduce chronic pain.

Thursdays, 10:30-11:30AM in Luke’s Lodge, upstairs. No registration; $10/session. Taught by Amy Barr.

Aikido Training This discipline uses martial training as a means of character development rather than fighting prowess. Open to men and women. Come observe a class, or email through website, www.indianapolisaikikai.org. Adult classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7-9PM, Saturdays, 810AM. Classes for children ages 6-15, Saturdays, 9:4510:30AM. All classes in N103/104.

All body, mind, spirit classes are part of the Now is the Time series.

SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS

St. Luke’s Writers’ Group

What Is a Prayer Shawl Ministry?

Anyone interested in doing more writing and having support for his/her endeavors is welcome. 2nd Wednesday (April 14 and May 12), 7-8:30PM in E212. Contact Jacquie Reed (jreed46038@hotmail.com) or Laura Duvall (ldwactor@aol.com).

Prayer shawls are given to those needing to be wrapped in God’s healing love. They are knitted or crocheted in rectangular or triangular shapes with donated yarn by prayerful volunteers who like to knit or crochet and love the fellowship of working together. If you are not a knitter, you could be a part of this ministry by donating yarn or money to purchase yarn. You could also join in the fellowship and help with non-knitting tasks like fringing and tagging. Led by Donna Cripe (280-7806) meets every Tuesday, 1-3PM in W120.

Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists and Dabblers Come meet others who are interested in sharing spiritual and artistic interests while building an art community at St. Luke’s. Bring your favorite medium and spend the morning working, sharing and laughing. Thursday, 9AM-4PM in C122.

For questions or information, e-mail Linda Etherton at j.etherton1@ juno.com.

UNITED METHODIST MEN Monthly Men’s Breakfast All men are invited to the United Methodist Men’s monthly breakfast on Saturday, April 3 at 8AM. We offer a hearty breakfast, fellowship, sharing and an interesting program.

The April 3 program will be in Fellowship Hall. Our featured speaker will be Lyle Eaton, photographer. Lyle recently had his photographs on display in St. Luke's and during our discussion Lyle will give a guided tour of his work which has been on display in various exhibits around the world.

The May 1 breakfast speaker will be St. Luke’s new Associate Pastor Rev. David Williamson.

Come join us for fellowship and entertainment. Please call Peter Johnson at 848-7149 to RSVP for either or both events. This will assist in planning and allow for the correct amount of food.

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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Race for Cure 2010 Join St. Luke’s United Methodist members on Saturday, April 17 and Race for the Cure. You can register to walk or race the 5k (3.1 mile) course, or opt to stay in bed and Sleep for the Cure. 75% of the race proceeds stay in Central Indiana to fund education, screenings and followup care for underserved women, while the remaining 25% funds research seeking a cure for breast cancer. Log on to www.komenindy.org and search for “teams.” Under “teams” you will find St. Luke’s United Methodist Women with Beth Edwards-Goff as the Team Captain. Race packets will be sent directly to you by Komen Indy. Stay tuned for more race day information. If you have any questions, email Beth at beth.edwardsgoff@yahoo.com.

Women in the Bible The disciples weren't the only ones turning the world upside down during biblical times! Women in the bible still have relevance and wisdom for today. Join us two Sundays, May 9 and 16, as we explore the stories of Jochebed, Moses' mother, with Rev. Jamalyn Williamson and the story of Jesus' close companions, Mary and Martha, with Rev. Marsha Hutchinson. We will meet in N101/102 from 11AM-12:30PM to enjoy some fellowship and bible study. To register, please contact Heather Hilbert at heather.hilbert@comcast.net or 776-3058.

UMW Reading Group It's just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery... narrated

by Death.

Join us on Monday, April 26 from 78:30PM in the Parlor for a discussion of The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

The book is set during World War II in Germany and is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich. She scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can't resist— books. This is an unforgettable story about the ability of books to feed the soul. Newcomers are always welcome!

For more information, contact Jennifer Todd at jtoddosu@aol.com.

UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS

Eve Circle Eve Circle invites all mothers with young children to unite with other mothers through support, faith, missions, fun and socializing. Due to Spring Break, on Tuesday, April 6 we will have an informal play date with our kids in the Great Hall. Snacks and a craft will be provided. Join us again on Tuesday, April 20 for Green Ministries to celebrate Earth Day. If the weather permits, we will work on the outdoor Labyrinth. ••• Eve Circle is a UMW group of mothers with young children that meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:30-11:30 AM in the Parlor. Free childcare is available by contacting evecirclechildcare@yahoo.com.

For more information regarding Eve Circle, contact Heather Hilbert or Betsy Amirhamzeh at evecircle@yahoo.com.

Mary Magdalene Circle The April Mary Magdalene meeting will be held on April 14 at 7PM at the home of Elizabeth Keller. Please join us for faith, food and fellowship—new members are always welcome. For further information, call Elizabeth at 594-9544 or e-mail at jimandlizkeller@sbcglobal.net.

Sarah Circle Welcome all ladies of faith, fun and wisdom. We invite you to join Sarah Circle on Monday, April 19, at 1PM in the Parlor. Please come and bring a friend. Enjoy a time of fellowship, devotion, special program, and delicious refreshments. The ladies of Sarah Circle provide meals and refreshments for funerals held at St. Luke’s.

Karen Porter will be demonstrating how to make beautiful greeting cards for all occasions and then give us the opportunity to demonstrate our creativity by having us make our own card. We hope to see you in April. Contact Sandra Pirkle 733-4183 for further information.

White Cross Guild White Cross Guild provides volunteers to participate in activities supporting Methodist Hospital. Meets at Methodist Medical Plaza, 151 Pennsylvania Parkway (103rd/Meridian) in the first floor community room.

They meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 9AM2PM (next meeting: April 12) to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch). They also meet the 4th Tuesday of each month (next meeting: April 27) from 13PM to stuff and sew heart pillows for patients who have had heart or lung surgery. Contact Marguerite Moehn (8731956) or Barb Querry (879-0543).

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WORLD MISSIONS Upcoming 2010 Work Projects

Newport, Tennessee

The following is partial listing of work projects you can participate in this year. For a complete listing, visit the World Missions page at www.stlukesumc.com, or pick up a brochure in the West Passage in the World Missions area. Questions?

Contact Jan Nichols at 846-3404 x364 or nicholsj@stlukesumc.com.

July 10-16, 2010 Junior High Youth Project; Humanitarian/Construction/ Kid's Club CONTACT: Matt Peyton, 317-846-3404 x369, peytonm@stlukesumc.com.

COST: $540

New Life International—Underwood, Indiana

Zimbabwe, Africa

April 24-25 Assembly of water purification systems for Haiti and practice well drilling APPROXIMATE COST: $50 LEADER: Rich Potterf, 846-3404 x316, potterfr@stlukesumc.com

August Safe water project

Coastal Carolina

August, in Modular Building

June 12-19, 2010 Youth Mission Project—community Humanitarian efforts CONTACT: Kathleen Headington, 317-846-3404 x346, headingtonk@stlukesumc.com.

COST: $600

Native American Family Work Project June 27-July 2, 2010 Tree of Life, Rosebud, South Dakota/Building and VBS LEADER: Kathie Clemenz 317-845-5655, kkclemenz@sbcglobal.net COST: $300 plus transportation

APPROXIMATE COST: $2200 LEADER: Rich Potterf, 846-3404 x316,

potterfr@stlukesumc.com

Health kit packing Midwest Mission Distribution Center September 12-17 Chatham, Illinois COSTS: $180 (+ transportation) LEADER: Marge Butler, 257-6130

“Fun Raiser” for World Mission Projects September 18.

Stay tuned for details.

YOUTH MINISTRIES Welcoming all youth and families into loving, Christcentered relationships where they can get in tune with God's amazing love and be empowered to transform the world!

For information or event registration stop by Luke’s Lodge (the youth building on the NE corner of the church parking lot), visit blog.stlukesumcyouth.com, or contact: Kevin Davis, Director of Youth Ministry: davisk@stlukesumc.com Kathleen Headington, Senior High, 9th -12th: headingtonk@stlukesumc.com Matt Peyton, Junior High, 6th – 8th: peytonm@stlukesumc.com

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All Youth Game Night All Junior and Senior high youth are invited to bring a friend to Luke's Lodge on Sunday, April 11 from 6-8PM for an unforgettable evening! Sign up for the guitar hero tournament, play some euchre, take on leaders and volunteers in a game of foosball—and much more!

Junior High Spring Retreat Join us for this awesome opportunity to get away for a weekend of fun, fellowship and worship as the Junior High youth do some "Spring Training" at Spring Hill in Seymore, IN on April 24-25. The retreat, which will take place from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon, will look at many of the spiritual disciplines that St. Luke's has explored through Lent. Over the weekend we will explore what these disciplines look like in the lives of Junior High youth, and how we can make them our own. More information, along with registration for the retreat, can be found online on the St. Luke's Youth page.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR MAY MAY 16: Senior Night @ Youth Group MAY 23: Year End Celebration!

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The following is a listing of essential info and on-going classes/events.

WORSHIP

HOURS: St. Luke’s office is open 8:30AM-5PM Monday-Friday.

Our Prayer Chapel (located inside Robertson Chapel next to the Spiritual Life Center) is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open. A pastor is always on call in case of emergencies; call 846-3404 to leave a message after hours.

E-MAIL: Need to email someone on our staff? Easy. Our email is our last name followed immediately by first initial, followed by @stlukesumc.com.

IN GENERAL: When you need something, our outstanding front desk staff can direct your call to the appropriate person.

But here are some tips for some of the most frequently requested information: I NEED

CONTACT

Adult Class Registration

DeAnna Moran

Childcare Needs for Meetings/Events (charges may apply)

Kristi Chamberlain

Member Care/Death/ Mary Katherine Schnitz Stephen Ministry Request/Hospitalization Membership/Births/Address/ Phone Change

Sylvia Forbes

Reserve a Room/Request A/V

Beth Lammers or Carol Helmus

Weddings/Special Event Coordination

Carol Helmus

Baptisms

Bobbi Main-Jackson

Pledge Balance/Information

Jan Emmons

Oasis Bookstore

Sharon Holyoak

Sunday Worship Services 8:15, 9:30 & 11AM, Sanctuary with Dr. Kent Millard • Communion is served the first Sunday of the month at all three services and is available to all persons.

• St. Luke’s Orchestra plays the third Sunday of the month.

• Baptisms take place the fourth Sunday of every month.

Taizé, Third Sundays of the month, 5-5:45PM by the baptismal font in the Sanctuary with Mark Squire, selected members of St. Luke’s Chancel Choir, and Rev. Marsha Hutchinson. A service of peace and candlelight with silence, scriptures, prayer, and beautiful music.

Celtic Contemplation, every 1st Wednesday of the month, 6-6:30PM in N103/104 with Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Betty Brandt, Connie Dillman, Carol Dennis (flautist). A service for Communion, silence, prayer and readings to calm and comfort busy lives.

Later@St. Luke’s, a casual, dynamic and innovative experience open to everyone. 6PM every Sunday in Robertson Chapel with Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor. Communion is served weekly. Classes and care for children also provided.

The Garden is an off-site satellite ministry of St. Luke’s providing non-traditional worship in a comfortable, casual setting. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor.

The Garden at Beef & Boards: 8:15, 9:15 & 10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by The Good Earth Band.

The Garden at Oak Hill: 10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by The Oak Hill Band. Rev. Stan Abell, Campus Pastor.

S U P P O R T I N G T H E M I N I S T R I E S O F S T. L U K E ’ S U M C

Inspirational Gifts, Jewelry & Books Conveniently located inside St. Luke’s UMC Sharon Holyoak, Manager Gift Registry Available

OASIS HOURS: TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

10AM - 4PM 9AM - 1PM

SUNDAY

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ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER New participants welcome!

A Listening Heart: Bible Study for Women with Young Children

Thursday Afternoon Book Study

2nd and 4th Mondays, 7-9PM in, E212. Childcare is available upon request. We encourage making time for scripture reading, digging deeper into our faith and reflecting on what we have learned. This study is both challenging, but “beginner” friendly. New members always welcome. For info, contact Ann Smith, 569-1359 or carmelsmith@yahoo.com, or Kari Miller, 873-8606 or kkmiller01@sbcglobal.net.

Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this afternoon group to read and discuss a diverse selection of reading materials. The group also enjoys lunches, watching movies, taking field trips and celebrating birthdays together. Our April study is Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah.

Empty Nesters Every Sunday (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM, E107/109. Read, watch, and discuss a contemporary and traditional books and videos. We also gather once a month for social activities. For more information, contact Ann Townsend at 842-0464.

New Beginnings Sundays, Sept.-May (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM in E213.

A self-led couples class that meets weekly and discusses a variety of topics. We have regular social gatherings as well!

For more information, contact Nathan or Paula Montgomery at n8withan8@yahoo.com, or 340-7115.

Flo Hardy Bible Study 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Join others in coffee, prayer, reading and discussion of selected Biblical texts...just like we did in the "good ole days!" (with occasional “non good ole days” videos). Led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson.

Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book Study This group focuses on non-fiction books with spiritual themes every Tuesday afternoon, 1-2:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center.

Contact JoAnne Waeltz, 872-0895, jwaeltz@comcast.net.

Sunrise Book Study

Mothers of Young Children Book Club 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30AM, E105. Participants in this group read approximately one piece of current fiction or non-fiction per month. Childcare is available upon request for $5 per family. For book list, to request childcare, or for info contact Dawn Pasquale at dawn_pasquale@yahoo.com.

New Earth Community Thursdays, 7-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. This study discusses innovative and challenging spiritual books. Contact JoAnne Waeltz, 872-0895, jwaeltz@comcast.net, for current title.

Ongoing “Speaking of Faith” Discussion Every Sunday morning at 7AM on FM90/1, Krista Tippett interviews fascinating spiritual leaders. A community of “Speaking of Faith” fans meets at 9:30AM in the Spiritual Life Center to discuss that morning’s program. The show is available on the prior Thursday at www.speakingoffaith.org.

Ongoing Meditation Group Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to join in 1/2 hour discussion followed by 1/2 hour of Christian meditation. You will find support for your practice, new ideas and a community of others who welcome silence. Led by Merri Leffel, Mondays, 6:30-7:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center. No fee or registration.

Wednesdays, 7-8:30AM, Parlor. Start your day with friends, prayer, a good book, stimulating discussion and personal enrichment. Contact Betty Brandt at (317) 846-3404 or brandtb@stlukesumc.com.

George Vickery Men’s Discussion Group

CARE MINISTRIES

Wednesdays, 8AM at Shapiro’s. Discuss current events or the latest book of interest you have read. For more information, call Bob Waeltz at 872-0895.

Chronic Pain Support Group

Kent Millard’s Book Study Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Join this group for a time of prayer and fellowship as well as the sharing of insights from the reading of books on various topics.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30AM, The Forum at The Crossing. An off-site senior adult Bible Study. Led by Terri Coe, Mary Katherine Schnitz and Chris Thornsberry.

Monday, April 26, 6, 6-7:30PM in N101/102. This is a support group for patients with all types of neuropathic and fibromyalgia pain and for their families and friends. No registration is required. Questions? Contact Dr. Meg Frazer at 844-2903 or margaret.L.frazer@pfizer.com.

Diabetes Support Group April 6 and May 4. Meets the first Tuesday of the month from 78PM, E213. This is a laidback, easy-going group open to learning and sharing through exercise, diet and prayer. Contact Debbie Allen at 796-2189.

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Family Support Group

CHILDREN’S MUSIC

Wednesdays, April 14 and May 12, 6:30PM, Main Office Conference Room. The group offers emotional and spiritual support for families who have a member abusing drugs or alcohol.

All rehearsals are in E208. To register go to www.stlukesumc.com, click “Music” then “Children’s Choirs.” For information, contact Debra Nethercott, Director of Children’s Music at 846-3404 x329 or nethercottd@stlukesumc.com.

Adult ADD Support Group Tuesdays, April 13 & 27, 7-8:30PM in E213. St. Luke’s offers support for adults with ADD. For information call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365.

Jesse’s Street Monday, April 19, 6:30-8PM in the Parlor. Meets the 3rd Monday of every month. For parents who have a child with a physical, mental or emotional disability. Register for childcare by contacting Sylvia Forbes. Leaders: Kevin & Hillary McCarley, 850-1637.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES Sunday School Children are always welcome to join Sunday School throughout the year. Pick up and return registration forms outside the Education Office. Greeters are available near door 16 and in Robertson Chapel (at 9:30AM) to place your child in a class on Sunday morning.

Early Childhood Music September-May. Preschool, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students can attend this bi-monthly worship experience with their classes during the 9:30 and 11AM services. Children learn, sing, pray and celebrate special holidays.

Children’s Commission Become a member of Commission on Children’s Ministry (“COCM”). We brainstorm and staff events such as Palm Sunday Reenactment, Mother’s Day Flowers and more. Contact Janet Miller at 846-3404 x327 or millerj@stlukesumc.com to express an interest. We meet on the fourth Tuesdays at 6:30PM.

Elementary Children's Church At 9:30AM and 11AM all children grades 1-5 attend Children's Church for large-group worship time. Children attending 9:30AM Sunday School will meet their teachers in Robertson Chapel for a short worship service and then will be escorted back to their classrooms for their lesson. Children attending 11AM Sunday School will meet and pick up in C123, then be escorted to their rotation activity.

Genesis Rehearses Sunday 8:50–9:20AM. Ages 4, 5, & kindergarten (age 4 by 9/1/09). Movement and music activities including ringing bells, playing rhythm instruments and singing sacred songs.

Elementary Music Program—Grades 1-5 Rehearses Sunday 10:25–11:15AM. Any child who attends the 11AM Sunday School/Worship Service will be dismissed at 11AM. All other participants will be dismissed at 11:15AM. Activities of this group include singing, movement and an instrumental program: Orff instruments and choir chimes.

Crescendo!—Grades 6-8 Rehearses Tuesday 7:15–8PM. An outstanding group of youth singers who participate regularly in worship services in the Sanctuary.

The Choristers—Grades 3-8 Rehearses Tuesday 6:30–7:15PM. A select group of treble voices; by audition only.

Voice for Life Meets Tuesday, 6–6:30PM. A program for music theory, ear training and overall musician training. Participants can earn RSCM ribbons and medals. Open to any singer participating in Crescendo! or The Choristers.

ADDITIONAL MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES These groups are directed by volunteers and are in addition to the instrumental opportunities offered at 10:25AM on Sunday morning. Participants must also be members of one of the above listed groups.

Handbell Choir— Grades 3+ Rehearses Sunday 11:15AM-Noon Ms. Donita Murphy-Sims, Director Orff Ensemble— Grades 3+ Rehearses Sunday 11:15AM-Noon Mrs. Gay Talbert, Director

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FELLOWSHIP

SINGLES

Basketball

Singles Sunday School Class

St. Luke's Men's Basketball Open Gym. For adult basketball enthusiasts (16+) who are looking to play competitive pick-up games on Thursday nights from 7:30-9:30PM in the Great Hall.

Weekly emails are sent out to confirm players for the week.

No weekly commitments required, but looking for regular attendees. Please contact Steve Coyner at 590-0235 or email stevecoyner@hotmail.com for more information.

Every Sunday, 11AM–Noon, E107/109. Join us every Sunday for a wonderful walk through the Bible and many other biblical resources. Singles of all ages and stages of life come together for a wonderful time of spiritual growth.

GRIEF MINISTRIES (H.U.G.S.)—Healing Under Grief Support. Find yourself needing fellowship and support on your journey following the loss of a loved one?

Dad’s Grief Group for Loss of a Child Meets Tuesday mornings for breakfast at 7AM at the Hilton Indianapolis North Hotel, 8181 N. Shadeland Ave. For info call Dr. Adolf Hansen, 846-3404 x450. SECOND LOCATION/DAY: Thursdays, 7AM at Bob Evans (I-65/Southport Rd. exit).

HOPE For pregnancy loss or loss of a baby. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM, Spiritual Life Center. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315 or Jim & Marci Harenberg, 705-0771.

••• We are now taking orders for family name plaques to be placed in the HOPE Memorial Garden.

Mom's Group following the Loss of a Young Adult Child Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for more information at 8463404 x315.

HUGS Group (for fellowship and support following the loss of a husband, wife or significant other) Meets Sundays, 24PM in the Parlor. All are welcome, for recent loss or those of the past. The group goes out for light supper following the meeting (optional). Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for details at 846-3404 x315.

HUGS Fellowship Dinner Meets fourth Sunday of every month, 4:30-6PM. To reconnect with those from a former grief group and meet new friends of friends! Come have dinner and enjoy the laughter. Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315.

Footprints An opportunity for lay people who would like to become a caring resource to someone who is recently bereaved. For information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x 315.

We’ll be starting a new series in April discussing the Disciples.

APRIL 4: Peter—The Apostle with the Foot-Shaped Mouth APRIL 11: Andrew—The Apostle of Small Things APRIL 18: James—The Apostle of Passion APRIL 25: John—The Apostle of Love MAY 2: Philip—The Bean Counter

Sunday Lunch Bunch Every Sunday, 12:30PM, join us! Every Sunday we pick a different local restaurant to eat at after church service and Sunday school. Feel free to join us at these locations on the below dates for some fun, food, and fantastic times!

APRIL 4: Donato’s in Nora APRIL 11: Paradise Café on Meridian APRIL 18: Pucinni’s in Keystone APRIL 25: Mark Pi’s in Nora MAY 2: Don Pablo’s in Keystone

Singles Wednesday Nights Every Wednesday evening, singles gather for a time of fun and fellowship. We’ll be meeting in the Fellowship Hall and the Parlor starting at 7:15PM for a time of Coffee and Conversation. Our programs generally start at 8PM. Then from 9-9:30PM we have a time of enjoying some great snacks and chatting again. Afterwards, we eat at a local restaurant. A $3 donation to help offset the cost of this evening is appreciated! Feel free to call our Singles Info Line at 317-846-4826 for all program information or contact Linda at mcglothlinl@stlukesumc.com.

Fuel – 20s/30s: Faith Discussion Class Wednesdays, 6:30-8PM, Spiritual Life Center. Come see how your faith connects with your life. Grow in community, discuss together what it means to be Christian today, Bible study, books, and movies. Contact Chris Thornsberry at 8463404 x332 or thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.

30's/40's and Young at Heart (50’s) Welcome all singles—never married, separated, divorced or widowed. This group gets out, has fun, and meets new people.

For information: http://singles.meetup.com/2220/ or contact Chris Thornsberry at 846-3404 x332 or thornsberryc@stlukesumc.com.

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Volleyball

Confirmation

Volleyball meets every Wednesday at 7PM, and Friday at 6:30PM in the Great Hall. The cost to play is $2. For info, email Tim Adams at timmytown@msn.com.

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM, Luke's Ludge

Toastmasters Tuesdays, 7-8:30PM in N101/102. For more than 84 years Toastmasters International has offered effective ways to improve communication and leadership skills.

Guests attend for free. For info, call Cathy Baker at 334-7821, or visit www.stlukessinglestoastmasters.org.

APRIL 4: No Confirmation—Easter Sunday APRIL 11: Lesson # 10—Is God Really Listening?

Hebrews 4:16 APRIL 18: Lesson # 11—How do I deal with

Temptation? I Corinthians 10:13 APRIL 25: No Confirmation—Confirmation Retreat

at Bradford Woods

WEEKLY SR.HIGH OFFERINGS (9-12th grade)

Wake Up at Starbucks

UNITED METHODIST MEN Monthly Men’s Fellowship Come out for a relaxing evening of food, drinks, and fellowship with the men of St. Luke's. No script or agenda. Meet new friends, or catch up with old ones.

Every third Wednesday of the month (April 21) at 8:30PM, Smee’s Place, located on the NW corner of 86th and Ditch. Contact Matt Roop at mroop@capcityfence.com, or 538-5931 if you intend to make it.

YOUTH MINISTRIES For more information, contact Kevin Davis at davisk@stlukesumc.com or stop by Luke’s Lodge (the youth building on the NE corner of the church parking lot) or visit blog.stlukesumcyouth.com.

NOTE: There will be no Jr. or Sr. High Sunday morning or evening offerings on Sunday, April 4. Normal ministry opportunities will resume Sunday, April 11.

Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM, Starbucks at Willow Lake.

(2800 W 86th St.) Experience Sunday mornings in a fresh, new way. Grab a cup of hot chocolate, a comfy chair, and join friends and leaders for discussions about the relevance of our faith in today’s society. Meet leaders at Starbucks, or if you want a ride, be at Luke’s Lodge by 9:15AM and we’ll have you back to the church at 10:30AM.

Wake Up at the Lodge Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM A new on-site option is now available for our Senior High youth at Luke’s Lodge every Sunday morning.

Join friends and leaders in the Sr. High Café as we go throught the Bible and talk about how our faith is relevant in our every day lives.

LIVE! At the Lodge Sundays, 6-8PM, Luke’s Lodge Senior High youth meet at 6PM on Sunday evenings for dinner, sports, games, and fellowship. Join us for worship led by our live youth band, Lightswitch, followed by awesome weekly small group discussions with friends and leaders.

APRIL 11-25: Facebook Faith

WEEKLY JR.HIGH OFFERINGS (6-8th grade)

Unplugged Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM, Luke’s Lodge.

Our exciting Junior High Sunday morning ministry gives youth the opportunity to worship together and then break out into smaller groups to discuss faith topics and grow as a community. Our groups will break out by grade and gender to help be more tailored to each youth. Come check out opportunities to connect!

Remix Sundays, 6-8PM, Luke’s Lodge.

Join other Junior High youth on Sunday evenings to share in food and fellowship through sports, games, spiritual growth activities, and vibrant, energetic worship.

In the world of Facebook, we're constantly making new friends, catching up on the happenings of each others' lives and getting people to join our farms, cafés or pet shops. In the world outside of Facebook, how are we keeping up with each others' lives, making new friends, and sharing our faith with those around us? Join us throughout the month of April as we learn how to share our faith with our family, friends and world in positive, lifechanging ways!