9.14.2025
WELCOME
Welcome to St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. We are grateful you’re here to worship with us. St. Luke’s is an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, or what you look like, know that God loves you and YOU BELONG HERE.
PRAYER
We have an entire team dedicated to praying for you. If you have a prayer request, fill out a prayer request card and drop it in the offering basket. Or you can submit your anonymous prayer request online at stlukesumc.com/prayer.
SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES
NORTH INDY
Traditional 9:30, Contemporary 9:30AM & 11:00 AM MIDTOWN
Contemporary 11:00 AM
ONLINE, FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE
The North Indy Sunday morning services are live-streamed on our website, Facebook, & YouTube.
F OLLOW US ON SOCIAL
@stlukesindy
GIVING
Your financial gifts are transforming our church, our community, and the world! Here are the ways to give today at St. Luke’s:
• Drop checks/cash in the baskets during service
• Scan the QR code or go to: stlukesumc.com/give
• Send checks to: 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
TODAY AT ST. LUKE’S
DONUTS
& COFFEE
NORTH INDY - FELLOWSHIP HALL
MIDTOWN - DOWNSTAIRS
Grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a delicious donut, and take the time to connect with those around you.
CONNECTION CENTERS
OUTSIDE THE WORSHIP SPACES
Visit the Connection Centers located outside each worship space to have your questions answered and discover ways to connect.
RESTLESS CHILD AREAS - NORTH INDY
AREA LEFT OF THE SANCTUARY & CENTRAL PASSAGE
NURSING PARENT AREA
NORTH INDY- E126
MIDTOWN - LEFT OF GATHERING AREA
Feel free to watch our live services in these areas if you want to nurse privately or if your child needs a break during worship.
CONNECTIONS GIFT STORE
OPEN SUNDAYS FROM 8:45-12:30
Interested in volunteering? Connections Books and Gifts is recruiting volunteers for Sunday mornings, store resets, and special events. Stop by the bookstore to learn more about volunteering. Run entirely by volunteers, every purchase supports Hub for Hope, making your shopping meaningful all season long.
CONTEMPLATION & COMMUNION
9:00AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
On Sunday mornings, the Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through Door #2.
NORTH INDY ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA EAST BALCONY- JULIE DAVIS
Julie Davis is a Zionsville-based artist who uses bold color and layered textures to create immersive, healing experiences. Her art, described as alchemical, invites viewers into symbolic journeys of emotion and imagination.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | ROCHELLE VEGA - @BIJOUXDESIGN
CONTACT OUR CARE MINISTRY
Life gets difficult for all of us, and whatever you’re going through today, you don’t have to do it alone. If you or someone you know could use support, call (317) 846-3404 to reach a member of our Care Team. You can also visit stlukesumc.com/needcare
ATTENDANCE
Please scan the QR code on the back of the bulletin or stop by the Connection Center to let us know you’re here.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Sign up to receive St. Luke’s newsletters at stlukesumc.com/ subscribe. Need to update your contact or giving information? Visit stlukesumc.com/myaccount. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok @StLukesIndy
GET CONNECTED
CHECK OUT THE AUGUST - DECEMBER CATALOG
Fall is just around the corner, and we are making it easier than ever to find your place to connect at St. Luke’s. Scan the QR code to see upcoming groups and classes, serving opportunities, support groups offered this fall, and more! Physical copies are available at the Connect Desk at your campus. stlukesumc.com/ catalog
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
NEXT DINNER SEPTEMBER 17 AT 5:30 PM
Coming to a group or class meeting on Wednesday night? Looking for a way to connect with others in St. Luke’s over dinner? Join us for dinner through November 19th at 5:30. Whether you are coming for food and fellowship or attending a class afterwards, all are welcome. Chef Joseph is BACK and ready for Wednesday Night!
ORGAN/HYMN CONCERT
SEPTEMBER 18 AT 10 AM | NORTH INDY SANCTUARY Join us for a beautiful morning of classic hymns and sacred music, performed live on our sanctuary organ and featuring Chuck Goehring and Michael Conley. Open to all, this special concert is especially curated for our senior community to gather, reflect, and enjoy the power of music together. Register to attend at stlukesumc.com/organconcert
E XPLORING MEMBERSHIP
SEPTEMBER 21 AT 12:15 | NORTH INDY & ZOOM
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, gender identity, 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. To register, head to stlukesumc.com/nextsteps
JOIN A GROUP OR CLASS TODAY
SIGN UP TODAY!
Looking to grow in your faith or your relationship with other people at St. Luke’s? Sign-ups for fall groups and classes are open and ready for YOU. They launched this past week, but there is still time to get connected! Learn more about what groups and classes are happening now and where you can plug in at stlukesumc.com/group-finder
MAKE AN IMPACT
RUMMAGE FOR A REASON
SEPTEMBER 24-SEPTEMBER 27
Proceeds from this popular event raise money for community partners such as Lucille Raines Residence, Dove Recovery House, Indiana UMC Children’s Home, and Hearts and Hope for Haiti. From sorting to selling, your service will make an impact in our world. To learn more about the schedule for the weekend and to volunteer, head to stlukesumc.com/rummage
INDY ACTION COALITION
JOIN THE MOVEMENT!
Join faith groups from around the north side of Indianapolis for the kick off of our fall community organizing season. Indy Action Coalition is committed to making Indianapolis a place where neighbors are safe, housed, and treated with dignity. To learn more and to get involved, head to stlukesumc.com/indyaction
LUKE’S LEADERS NEEDS YOUR HELP!
WE’RE SEEKING DRIVERS
Luke’s Leaders is looking for drivers to transport students from school to church on Wednesday evenings between 4-5PM. We provide the vehicle, you provide the safe driving, and this 8-week commitment will make a huge impact! Interested? Contact tom.c.lange@gmail.com for more information and to volunteer!
WEEKEND WARRIORS HELP FIGHT HUNGER!
Weekend Warriors is expanding into the week! Not only are we continuing to provide food for 15 families over the weekend, we are also now looking for volunteers willing to work a lunch shift on Wednesdays at the Early Learning Center. This is yet another way to support the teachers and students of Washington Township and a great way to make an impact! To learn more and sign up to help head to stlukesumc.com/foodforfamilies
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude | Sherry Dubois on Piano
Acolyte | Willow Bakary
Welcome | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Call to Worship | Led by Lilly Branic
Opening Hymn | Be Thou My Vision #451 (vs. 1-3)
Affirmation of Faith | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
Glory to God
Turn and Greet | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
New Members
Announcements
Anthem | Hymn of Creation (Chancel Choir)
Prayer | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
Kids Dismissal | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
Call for Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
Offertory | I’ll Make the Difference (Chancel Choir)
Doxology
Prayer Over Offering | Rev. Dr. Aleze M. Fulbright
Scripture Reading | Paraphrase of the Book of Esther (Kynzi Zoba)
Message | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Closing Hymn | God of Grace and God of Glory #577 (vs. 1-3)
Benediction | Rev. Dr. Rob Fuquay
Postlude
