St. Luke's Bulletin - 12.08.24

12.8.2024 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.

COME BACK NEXT WEEK! SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES

NORTH INDY Traditional 9:30, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11AM MIDTOWN Contemporary at 11AM 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 Stop by the Connection Centers to get your questions answered, sign up for groups, serving opportunities, events, and learn about ways to connect here.

RESTLESS CHILD AREAS - NORTH INDY

AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE

NURSING PARENT AREA

NORTH INDY- E126 MIDTOWN - LEFT OF GATHERING AREA Enjoy our live services in these spaces if you’d like to nurse in private and/or if your child needs a break during worship.

CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE

OPEN SUN. 8:45 AM - 12:30 PM & WED. 11 AM - 2 PM Christmas season is here and we have decked the shelves with gifts for the holidays. This is a volunteer run store and all profits benefit Hub for Hope Help us make our goal of $25,000 and shop today! Holiday hours: Wednesdays 11 -2 and Sundays 8:45-12:30 and special evening shopping on Wed. December 11th from 4-8pm.

CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION

9:00AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL During the month of December you’re invited to experience the presence of Christ through Holy Communion in the prayer chapel. While it is there each Sunday, in December, a Pastor will be in the prayer chapel to serve you Communion and blessing from 9-9:30 and 10:30-11AM. Please take a moment to receive the love and grace of Christ through Communion!

NORTH INDY ART GALLERY

GATHERING AREA EAST BALCONY - JIM CURRY Jim Curry began taking art lessons 20 years ago. Much of his work is inspired by his rural upbringing in Switzerland County, Indiana and his European travels. He also paints weekly with the St. Luke’s Studio 3 art group.

MIDTOWN ART GALLERY

GATHERING AREA - HALEY VERGON Sharing the love of Jesus through art. Haley Vergon’s artwork can be found on her instagram at @lostandfound.collection

Sign-up to receive weekly emails and/or the St. Luke’s monthly newsletters at stlukesumc.com/subscribe. Make sure we have your current contact information, go to stlukesumc.com/myaccount and update your contact info, view giving information, and more.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING A CARE NEED?

Facing a hospital stay, healthcare facility residence, or even staying home due to illness can be isolating. But you don’t have to go through it alone. If you or someone you know needs a Care Team member, even after office hours in response to a death or tragic event, simply call (317) 846-3404 and follow the prompts.

You can also visit stlukesumc.com/needcare for more information.

ATTENDANCE

Your attendance matters. Scan the QR code on the back of the bulletin or stop by the connection center to let us know you’re here! It’s an excellent way to stay connected with St. Luke’s.

SPECIAL NOTE

COMBINED 9:30 SERVICE - DECEMBER 15

NORTH INDY SANCTUARY Next Sunday, December 15, the 9:30 Traditional and Contemporary services will combine to present a special worship experience. Pastor Rob will be presenting his Christmas monologue. You won’t want to miss the chance to experience this LIVE! There will still be the regular 11 AM Contemporary & 11 AM Midtown service.

ADVENT HAPPENINGS AT ST. LUKE’S PASTOR’S BOOK STUDY

DECEMBER 11 & 18 AT 10AM - NORTH INDY The Pastor’s Book Study for the first three Wednesdays in December will be led by Rev. Rob Fuquay and will focus on his new book, On The Way to Bethlehem. You can pre-register for this class at stlukesumc.com/groups

JOYSWING JAZZ CONCERT

DECEMBER 10 AT 7PM - ROBERTSON CHAPEL Join us for an evening of uplifting and inspiring Christmas music performed by the extraordinary jazz orchestra, JoySwing. This unique presentation of Christmas tunes will leave you tapping your toes and clapping your hands. This event is free to attend.

LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE

DECEMBER 17 AT 7PM - ROBERTSON CHAPEL The holidays can bring feelings of sadness and grief for a lot of people. Come together for a time of reflection, prayer, and community as we remember loved ones we’ve lost or who are far away during the holidays.

ANGEL TREE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 - NORTH INDY We are in full swing with our Angel Tree program this holiday season, and there is still room for you to help! 105 families, 300+ kids, gifts and wrapping paper galore! If you like to shop for gifts, you can select one or more children to shop for, OR we are especially in need of Home Essentials Baskets and teen gifts like water bottles, headphones, and portable chargers. There are also new opportunities for gift wrapping on Friday (12/20), and gift delivery on Saturday (12/21). Join us as we bring Christmas cheer to families throughout our community! Visit stlukesumc.com/ angeltree for all the details.

GET CONNECTED

ELDERBERRIES LUNCHEON

DECEMBER 12 AT 11:45AM - FELLOWSHIP HALL Elderberries is a social gathering/luncheon for those aged 55 and above. This month we are excited to welcome Ken Knowles and Michael Conley who will be providing Christmas-themed entertainment. The cost of this lunch is $6. RSVP online or email the Care & Contemplation team at Jessica.gormong@stlukesumc. com. Register: stlukesumc.com/elderberries

STARTING POINT

DECEMBER 15 - FOLLOWING SERVICES - BOTH CAMPUSES If you are new or newer to St. Luke’s and would like to learn more about who we are and how we live out our mission, join us on Sunday, December 15 for a 30-minute session where you’ll meet others who are new and leave with a next step to help you find your place at the church. No registration is needed just show up!

ALL YOUTH OVERNIGHTER - CHRISTMAS PARTY

DECEMBER 20 - 21 AT LUKE’S LODGE Middle School and High School Students 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, competing in a “Nailed It” competition, making all the Christmas crafts and treats you can think of and playing all the Reindeer Games! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to stay up all night with your friends during the most wonderful time of the year! Register online at stlukesumc.com/students

GROUPS AND CLASSES - WINTER SESSION

STARTING JANUARY Studies show that continuing your spiritual journey beyond Sunday mornings can significantly enrich your faith. That’s why our Adult Discipleship team has curated a variety of engaging classes and groups, starting in January. Whether you’re looking for a one-time workshop or a longer commitment, there’s something for everyone. Let’s grow together! Visit stlukesumc.

com/groups for more information.

WINTER SUMMIT

JANUARY 11 STARTS AT 8AM - NORTH INDY CAMPUS Join other leaders and volunteers at St. Luke’s for our annual Winter Summit. We will start gathering at 8AM and enjoy a quick breakfast before worship and the summit message. Our keynote message will highlight vision and impact for 2025. Following the summit message, ministries will meet with their leaders in breakout groups for ministry specific vision sessions. For more information contact the ministry leader you serve with.

MAKE AN IMPACT

COLD WEATHER COLLECTIONS

NOW THROUGH CHRISTMAS - NORTH INDY Cold weather is here and we need your help to support our neighbors! From now until Christmas, we are collecting cold weather gear for our friends at Fletcher Place and the Homeless Veterans of Indiana. We are collecting warm blankets (new), adult-sized winter coats (new or like-new), adult-sized warm socks, hats, and gloves, adult-sized underwear and socks (new), and adult sleeping bags (new or gently used). Drop off your donations in the bin in West Passage anytime between now and Christmas!

NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP Preludes | Michael Conley, piano and Wesleyan Ringers Bringing In the Light | Acolyte - Alethia Johnson Welcome | Rev. Rob Fuquay Opening Hymn | The First Noel #245 (1,2,3,4) Advent Candle Lighting | Jeff Weber & Carl Wodrich Baptisms Anthem | See Amid the Winter’s Snow - Anne Nooning, Zionsville High School Senior & String Quartet Prayer | Minister Bryan Smith Dismissal of Children Announcements Call for Offering | Minister Bryan Smith Offertory | Long Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) - Chancel Choir & String Quartet In Loving Memory of Dr. E. Carver McGriff Doxology Scripture Reading | Pia Meyers Message | Rev. Rob Fuquay Closing Hymn | O Little Town of Bethlehem #230 (1,3,4) Benediction | Rev. Rob Fuquay Postlude