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 SUNDAYS • 9AM – NOON
Calling all Swifties! Get ready to Shake It Off for the Indy concert with our new collection of friendship bracelets inspired by her iconic Style. Shop now and be Enchanted by our designs! Not a Swiftie? Shop our new wax reveal candles, these unique candles reveal a message once burned!
CONTEMPLATION
& COMMUNION
9:00AM – NOON – PRAYER CHAPEL
The Prayer Chapel is open to anyone seeking a moment of peace, reflection, and spiritual connection on Sunday mornings. Holy Communion is available on the altar. Enter through door #2.
NORTH INDY ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA - EAST BALCONY - SUE ECKL
Beginning in 2020, Sue embarked on a 15-piece fine art photography series entitled “Catharsis” where she explored the complexity of shared spiritual emotions as people are transformed through the impact and ramifications of unexpected tragedy. Sue will be in the East Gallery today, Sunday, October 13 for a meet and greet.
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA
October’s artist is Eric Ellis. His abstract style, acrylic paintings will be on display in the Gathering Area all month. You can follow him or commission work via his instagram at: @elellis90
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING A CARE NEED?
We want to care for you through prayers, support, and visits. If you or someone you know is hospitalized, currently living in a healthcare
center, assisted living or confined to their home, we are here for you. If you need a Care Team member either in response to a death or tragic event after office hours, call (317) 846-3404 and follow the prompts or visit stlukesumc.com/needcare.
ATTENDANCE
Your attendance matters. Scan the QR code on the back of the bulletin to let us know you’re here! It’s an excellent way to stay connected with St. Luke’s.
KEEP IN TOUCH
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.
TODAY STARTING POINT
OCTOBER 20 AFTER SERVICE |
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 today for Starting Point. At this 30-minute session you’ll meet others who are new and leave with a next step to help you find your place here. No registration is needed just show up! Stop by the Connection Center at your campus for today’s location.
TEENRESPONDERS
OCTOBER 20 | 2-4:30PM | NORTH INDY - THE LODGE
Teen Responders is hosting a Teen Mental Health Workshop today! This workshop is designed to help teens have the tools, skills, and resources to care well for their own mental health and respond to their peers in need. We also have an adult workshop happening simultaneously in a different room in the building, which helps adults be empowered to care well for the mental health of the teens in their lives. The workshop is interactive and informative, and each teen participant will leave with a Mental Health Response Kit. Walk-in registrations are welcome today!
GET CONNECTED
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 2O
Looking for a fun and delicious dinner? Join us Wednesday night at St. Luke’s (through November 20th)! Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal, great company, and the chance to connect with your community. Dinners start at 5:15PM (serving ends at 6:15PM) and are just $6 per person. No RSVPs needed.
PUMPKIN SALES
NOW UNTIL SOLD OUT!
The North Indy parking lot has transformed into a pumpkin patch! All funds go directly to Student Ministry use, Scout Troop 56, and
scholarship accounts of student ministry families. Sales run now until pumpkins are gone! M-F 4-7PM & Sat/Sun 9AM-7PM.
MOSAIC COMMUNITY GROUP
OCTOBER 23 | 6:30-8:30PM | NORTH INDY
We are a mixed group of adults with and without disabilities seeking to grow in connection with one another while deepening our faith. Join us in a devotion, song, prayer, and fun activity together each month! We meet the third Wednesday of each month, except October will be the fourth Wednesday due to fall break schedules. Meet us in the East Passage (inside door 16). Register online at stlukesumc.com/mosaic
FAMILY FRIDAY
OCTOBER 25 | STARTING AT 6:30PM | NORTH INDY
Feeling overwhelmed by technology’s impact on your kids’ mental health? We hear you! That’s why we’re hosting Family Friday on October 25th, offering something for everyone: Parents: Learn from local expert Lindsay Kusy (a parent herself!) about navigating tech & supporting your child’s mental health. Plus, get a personalized family tech plan! (50-minute workshop). Kids (up to 4th grade): will enjoy supervised fun with games & activities at Kid’s Night In! And Middle Schoolers will connect with friends at Middle School Invite Night at the Lodge! Parents pick up kids at 9PM. Register now at stlukesumc. com/familyfriday!
SPIRIT & PLACE: SERENE - NOW!
NOVEMBER 4TH | 12PM-3:30PM | NORTH INDY
You’re invited to take a break from the chaos and find calm amidst the noise. Join Spirit & Place for an afternoon of reflection, mindfulness, and gratitude where you will explore creative ways to center yourself and find peace in a hectic world. Come as you are and experience the transformative power of mindfulness. It’s a free event, walk-in guests are welcome, but registration is appreciated. Register online at stlukesumc.com/serenity
MAKE AN IMPACT
GLOBAL MISSION OPPORTUNITY
SUNDAY, OCT 27 | 10:45AM OR 12:30PM | NORTH INDY
Join us for lunch and learn about Angel House, a beacon of hope for over 70 orphans in rural Tanzania! Meet Emmanuel Pius, a med student raised by Angel House, as he shares his journey and their growing vision. Sample a delicious Tanzanian lunch, hear stories of transformation, and discover ways to get involved (including a possible 2025 trip!). There is also a dinner opportunity that evening. For more info and to register visit: stlukesumc.com/ outreachandjustice
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
NOVEMBER 9 | 9AM-3PM | NORTH INDY
Come shop from the 120 juried artisans, featuring a variety of handcrafted goods. Be sure to stop in for the famous UWF cinnamon rolls, delicious baked goods and lunch while shopping! Money raised
from this event benefits organizations globally and locally that support women, children and youth including school lunches in Haiti, Dove Recovery House, Lucille Raines Residence, Methodist Children’s Home, National UWF missions and more. To signup to volunteer visit stlukesumc.com/bazaarvolunteer.
THANKSGIVING OUTREACH
NOVEMBER 28 | 7AM-1PM | NORTH INDY
Feeling thankful this Thanksgiving? Show your gratitude by giving back to your community! Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Outreach and help provide meals to families in need. We need volunteers to donate food, bake, and help deliver meals on Thanksgiving Day. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of others. Let’s spread the warmth and joy of Thanksgiving to everyone in our community. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/serve
CONDOLENCES
To Tom Lange & Nancy Lange on the death of his mother, E. Joyce Lange, who passed away on October 8, 2024. Cathy Dewitt on the death of her husband, Paul “Pat” Dewitt, who passed away October 9th. Memorial services will take place on November 1st with visitation from 10-11AM and service at 11AM at St. Luke’s.
To the Vawter family on the death of Spencer Vawter, who passed away on October 9th. Memorial service will take place on October 26th at 2PM at St. Luke’s.
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER
OF WORSHIP
Prelude | His Eye is On the Sparrow - St. Luke’s Orchestra
A Joyful Doxology - St. Luke’s Orchestra
Welcome | Rev. Jen Gibbs
Opening Hymn | Praise to the Lord, the Almighty #139 (1,2,3,5)
Bringing In the Light | Joel McDonald, acolyte
Affirmation of Faith
Leader: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: All: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love. We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength. We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need. We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice. We believe in the Church as the fellowship, for worship and for service, of all who are united to the living Lord. We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting. Amen.
Glory to God
Anthem | By Our Love - Chancel Choir, Orchestra
Prayer | Rev. Jen Gibbs
Dismissal of Children
Announcements
Call for Offering | Rev. Jen Gibbs
Offertory | Great and Glorious - Chancel Choir, Orchestra
Doxology
Scripture Reading | Luke 19:1-10 (NRSV)
Message | Kylee Larson
Closing Hymn | Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus #462 (1,2,4)
Benediction | Kylee Larson
Postlude
