NEWS YOU CAN USE Blood Drive
Today • W125 (West passage inside door 4) Anyone age 18 and over is encouraged to help save a life by donating blood.
Taizé Service
Today • 5PM • Sanctuary Led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, this reflective service of simple choruses, scripture, prayer and meditation is a refreshing and inspiring time of worship!
Side-By-Side Orchestra Welcomes Youth Players
Today. The St. Luke's Orchestra is joined this morning by a talented group of high school and middle school students for some Side-by-Side ministry! We are grateful for their time and talent which they are so generously offering in worship.
Conversation on Homosexuality: “This I Know”
Today • 11AM • Spiritual Life Center. Join evangelical leader Brian McLaren, renowned Jesus scholar Marcus Borg, and others in a video-driven, 4-week study designed to meet you where you are in your understanding of this divisive issue. This study provides a safe space for meaningful conversation, and offers guidance through the example of Christ’s inclusive love. It is a companion study to the documentary, “For the Bible Tells Me So.” Susan Fuquay and members from the St. Luke’s LGBT ReachOut group will facilitate. Register online or contact Susan at fuquays@stlukesumc.com for more information.
UMW Food Drive
Month of October • Wooden Bins in West Passage. Collections benefit local food pantries. Monetary donations are also appreciated and can be placed in the offering basket. Please indicate “Food Pantry” on the memo line or envelope. Contact Beth Edwards-Goff at beth.edwardsgoff@yahoo.com or 625-2395 for more information or to volunteer.
Progressive Dinner Tour
Wednesday, October 23 • 6:30PM • Luke’s Lodge Do you know where to find the vestry, Spiritual Life Center or the original sanctuary of St. Luke’s? Join Mary Katherine Schnitz on a tour of St. Luke’s, eating along the way. We begin in Luke’s Lodge for salads, then wander around the building, stopping for a main course and then dessert. Register today in the West passage.
Outreach of the Month—Kissy UMC Hospital, Freetown, Sierra Leone
At the Kissy UMC hospital in Sierra Leone, the municipal water system is rationed. No water at least four days a week is a reality at the 100 bed general hospital. St. Luke’s October Outreach project is addressing this need. With other partners, we hope to raise $50,000 to provide a drilled well for the compound, new piping between buildings, increased storage for outage time and repair and replacement of plumbing throughout the hospital. You can donate to this cause by noting “Kissy Hospital” in the memo line of your check and dropping it in the offering basket. Thank you for your support.
OCTOBER 20, 2013
Youth Hay Rides
Jr. High, October 25 • Sr. High, October 26 • Eagle Creek Join your friends for a fun night at the Eagle Creek! There will be hay ride and bonfire with s'mores. Be sure to dress warm and bring a flashlight! Friends are welcome! Sign up online at http://www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/youth/ Cost: $20
Second Annual Fall Festival
Sunday, October 27 • 5-7PM • In and around St. Luke’s. Since we can’t cheer for the Colts next Sunday, come cheer for St. Luke’s and the community at the Fall Festival! There will be inflatables, trunk or treating in the parking lot and carnival games and prize booths lining the halls. Want to make a difference and help reach out to our community? Volunteer to play a carnival game with the children for 90 minutes during second shift, participate in Trunk-or-Treat, greet and welcome our visitors, and/or donate candy. Go to www.stlukesumc.com to sign up to be a part of celebrating fall with the community. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner while you are here and browse the Silent Auction. Advance dinner tickets are $8/adults $5/children.
Exploring Membership Class
Two Tuesdays: October 29 and November 5 • 6:30-8PM OR Sunday, November 17 • Noon-3PM • Luke’s Lodge. Join Pastor Rob Fuquay and others for a fun time learning the vision, ministry and values of St. Luke’s, a brief overview of the history of St. Luke’s and United Methodism. Discuss what it means to be a member of St. Luke’s as we look closely at what it means to Seek, Celebrate, Live, and Share the love of God for all creation. You will have an opportunity to sign up for future classes, serving opportunities within the church and outreach events. You may choose to join St. Luke’s after this class if you desire. Childcare is available upon request. Contact Sylvia Forbes at forbess@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x343 or register online.
Angela Brown Concert
Saturday, November 2 • 7:30PM • Sanctuary The St. Luke's Worship and Outreach ministries along with the Inter-Faith Hunger Initiative are hosting renown soprano Angela Brown in concert. Ticket proceeds will benefit the work being done to end hunger in Indianapolis and feed 3000 children in a region of southwest Kenya. Tickets are $20/adults, $12/students and are available at stlukesumc.com or by calling the church office. Patron tickets are $60/person and include priority seating and admission to a patron-only reception after 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
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor OAK HILL: 10:30AM, Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: 5:00PM, Sanctuary. Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor. Third Sunday of the month LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel. Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor.
WORSHIP 24/7: Our morning worship services are Web broadcast live in real time at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. The entire service is available for purchase on CD and DVD; you may order specific services at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center this morning for an order envelope. You may also listen to or download sermons at www.stlukesumc.com. A link to the sermon video is also available by following us on @stlukesumcindy on Twitter.
STEWARDSHIP SERIES Find and Give Hope October 20:
transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
October 27: November 3: November 10:
And... Who Will You Invite?
And... Where Will You Serve?
And... How Will You Share Hope? And... What Will You Give?
CLERGY APPRECIATION:
“The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.” 1 Timothy 5:17, NIV Worldwide, the month of October has been set aside as Clergy Appreciation Month. You are invited to take some time during the next two weeks to reflect on how blessed we are to have the pastors who serve St. Luke’s, and to share your gratitude with our pastors in person or in writing.
Half the Sky: Risky Business
Wednesday, November 6 • 6:30PM • Fellowship Hall and Robertson Chapel. This last event in the impactful Half the Sky series focuses on the work of the Indianapolis Branch of the Grameen Bank, a micro-loan organization. Bring an accessory to donate to Dress for Success. Register for catered dinner at stlukesumc.com/outreach/ half-the-sky or today in the West Passage.
100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com
GENERAL WORSHIP INFORMATION: WELCOME VISITORS! We’re glad you’re
here and hope you feel the presence of God in this worship service. Stop by our Welcome Center for information and a gift, and join us in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship following each service. We look forward to having you worship with us again. ••• For the hearing impaired, personal earphones may be purchased for $7, or hearing aids may be borrowed for the service at the Welcome Center. If you are in need of a large print bulletin with hymns, please let our ushers know. ••• PARENTS: Childcare and Sunday School available for children who are newborn to 5th grade; stop at the Info Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Children are welcome in our services. If they become restless, you may continue to worship with them in the Narthex. For mothers who are nursing, we have a room available for your use equipped with rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service. It is located in the East Passage, E126. If you need help, an usher can assist you in locating the room. ••• ARRIVING LATE?: PLEASE Wait until prayers and musical selections are concluded before being seated.
PRELUDE
“Prayer for Taylor” David Hamilton (ALL) “I Sing the Mighty Power of God” Steve Dunn St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra; Bob Zehr, Director (9:30 & 11:00)
WELCOME and INVOCATION *HYMN
PRAYER CONCERNS & INFORMATION:
If you have a prayer concern, change of address or other information you would like the church to know, fill out a pew card and place it in the offering plate. *** Prayer concerns may also be submitted on our website (click the “Need Prayer” link at the top of every page), or with a pastor after worship service. Concerns submitted on the pew card or online are prayed for by our Wednesday Prayer Group weekly. Also, our Prayer Chapel, which can be accessed from Robertson Chapel or outside the main entrance by the large cross, is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open.
Rev. David Williamson
“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”
No 89
*CREED LEADER:
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare.
LEADER & PEOPLE:
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
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:
The elements are consecrated and placed in the Prayer Chapel for all to include in their worship experience. Please enter in silence. 9:15AM-12:30PM.
October 20, 2013 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM Kingdomtide: Green
CONGREGATIONAL CONCERNS
PRAYER TIME Rev. David Williamson The Lord’s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Michelle Atterson on the death of her mother Loretta Icard. Robert Uptmor on the death of his wife Julie Uptmor. Friends & family of Dick McDowell. Jim & Barbara and Scott Semester on the death of brother-in-law and uncle Edward Shuber.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
ORDER OF WORSHIP
No 70
*GREETING ONE ANOTHER SACRAMENT of BAPTISM (9:30 & 11:00) PASTOR: Members of the household of God, we rejoice to recognize these children as part of God’s family. Will you do all in your power to nurture and protect their faith? CONGREGATION:
We promise to uphold and care for these children and their families by our love, support and prayers. We will do all we can, by personal example and the ministries we provide, to help them grow with us in the way of Christ. Amen.
PREPARATION FOR PRAYER ANTHEM
(8:15)
“Seek Ye First”
No 405
“Love Divine, Mack Wilberg All Loves Excelling” Chancel Choir and St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
(9:30 & 11:00)
PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY ANTHEM (8:15) “Prayer for Taylor” St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
CONDOLENCES TO:
Tamara Sarbinoff & Jeffrey Derda on their wedding of October 19. David Hamilton
TODAY’S BAPTISMS:
Kylie Marie & Fletcher Alan Olson, daughter and son of Jeff & Karlon Olson. (11:00) Jordan Xavier, son of Jesse & Amber Jett (11:00) Landon Scott, son of Scott & Amie Pratt (9:30)
“Pilgrim Song” Ryan Murphy Chancel Choir and St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
(9:30 & 11:00)
*PRAISE TO GOD Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; No 95 praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *OFFERTORY PRAYER SCRIPTURE READERS (8:15) Chad Babcock
Rev. David Williamson
(9:30)
Cathy B. Eisenhower
(11:00)
Anna Ferguson
SERMON NOTES
SCRIPTURE John 1:43-49 The next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.” Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter. Philip found Nathanael and said to him, “We have found him about whom Moses in the law and also the prophets wrote, Jesus son of Joseph from Nazareth.” Nathanael said to him, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Philip said to him, “Come and see.” When Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him, he said of him, “Here is truly an Israelite in whom there is no deceit!” Nathanael asked him, “Where did you get to know me?” Jesus answered, “I saw you under the fig tree before Philip called you.” Nathanael replied, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” SCRIPTURE RESPONSE READER: The word of God for the people of God. CONGREGATION: Thanks be to God. MESSAGE HYMN
“And... Who Will You Invite?”
Rev. Rob Fuquay
“Song for the Nations”
Words on Screen
*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
“I Sing the Mighty Power of God” St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
Steve Dunn
* Congregation standing
CLERGY Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor; Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor of Later@St. Luke’s; Rev. David Williamson, Pastor of Family & Children’s Ministries; Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson, Pastor of Outreach Ministries DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Mark Squire ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES / ORGANIST Charles Manning
If you desire prayer, a pastor will be at the front of the Sanctuary following the service.
GENERAL WORSHIP INFORMATION: WELCOME VISITORS! We’re glad you’re
here and hope you feel the presence of God in this worship service. Stop by our Welcome Center for information and a gift, and join us in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship following each service. We look forward to having you worship with us again. ••• For the hearing impaired, personal earphones may be purchased for $7, or hearing aids may be borrowed for the service at the Welcome Center. If you are in need of a large print bulletin with hymns, please let our ushers know. ••• PARENTS: Childcare and Sunday School available for children who are newborn to 5th grade; stop at the Info Center in the East Wing to find a classroom. Children are welcome in our services. If they become restless, you may continue to worship with them in the Narthex. For mothers who are nursing, we have a room available for your use equipped with rocking chairs and live streaming of the worship service. It is located in the East Passage, E126. If you need help, an usher can assist you in locating the room. ••• ARRIVING LATE?: PLEASE Wait until prayers and musical selections are concluded before being seated.
PRELUDE
“Prayer for Taylor” David Hamilton (ALL) “I Sing the Mighty Power of God” Steve Dunn St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra; Bob Zehr, Director (9:30 & 11:00)
WELCOME and INVOCATION *HYMN
PRAYER CONCERNS & INFORMATION:
If you have a prayer concern, change of address or other information you would like the church to know, fill out a pew card and place it in the offering plate. *** Prayer concerns may also be submitted on our website (click the “Need Prayer” link at the top of every page), or with a pastor after worship service. Concerns submitted on the pew card or online are prayed for by our Wednesday Prayer Group weekly. Also, our Prayer Chapel, which can be accessed from Robertson Chapel or outside the main entrance by the large cross, is available for silent prayer and meditation when the church is open.
Rev. David Williamson
“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”
No 89
*CREED LEADER:
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare.
LEADER & PEOPLE:
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
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
COMMUNION AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY:
The elements are consecrated and placed in the Prayer Chapel for all to include in their worship experience. Please enter in silence. 9:15AM-12:30PM.
October 20, 2013 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM Kingdomtide: Green
CONGREGATIONAL CONCERNS
PRAYER TIME Rev. David Williamson The Lord’s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Michelle Atterson on the death of her mother Loretta Icard. Robert Uptmor on the death of his wife Julie Uptmor. Friends & family of Dick McDowell. Jim & Barbara and Scott Semester on the death of brother-in-law and uncle Edward Shuber.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
ORDER OF WORSHIP
No 70
*GREETING ONE ANOTHER SACRAMENT of BAPTISM (9:30 & 11:00) PASTOR: Members of the household of God, we rejoice to recognize these children as part of God’s family. Will you do all in your power to nurture and protect their faith? CONGREGATION:
We promise to uphold and care for these children and their families by our love, support and prayers. We will do all we can, by personal example and the ministries we provide, to help them grow with us in the way of Christ. Amen.
PREPARATION FOR PRAYER ANTHEM
(8:15)
“Seek Ye First”
No 405
“Love Divine, Mack Wilberg All Loves Excelling” Chancel Choir and St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
(9:30 & 11:00)
PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY ANTHEM (8:15) “Prayer for Taylor” St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
CONDOLENCES TO:
Tamara Sarbinoff & Jeffrey Derda on their wedding of October 19. David Hamilton
TODAY’S BAPTISMS:
Kylie Marie & Fletcher Alan Olson, daughter and son of Jeff & Karlon Olson. (11:00) Jordan Xavier, son of Jesse & Amber Jett (11:00) Landon Scott, son of Scott & Amie Pratt (9:30)
“Pilgrim Song” Ryan Murphy Chancel Choir and St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
(9:30 & 11:00)
*PRAISE TO GOD Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; No 95 praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *OFFERTORY PRAYER SCRIPTURE READERS (8:15) Chad Babcock
Rev. David Williamson
(9:30)
Cathy B. Eisenhower
(11:00)
Anna Ferguson
SERMON NOTES
SCRIPTURE John 1:43-49 The next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.” Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter. Philip found Nathanael and said to him, “We have found him about whom Moses in the law and also the prophets wrote, Jesus son of Joseph from Nazareth.” Nathanael said to him, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Philip said to him, “Come and see.” When Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him, he said of him, “Here is truly an Israelite in whom there is no deceit!” Nathanael asked him, “Where did you get to know me?” Jesus answered, “I saw you under the fig tree before Philip called you.” Nathanael replied, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” SCRIPTURE RESPONSE READER: The word of God for the people of God. CONGREGATION: Thanks be to God. MESSAGE HYMN
“And... Who Will You Invite?”
Rev. Rob Fuquay
“Song for the Nations”
Words on Screen
*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
“I Sing the Mighty Power of God” St. Luke’s Side-by-Side Orchestra
Steve Dunn
* Congregation standing
CLERGY Rev. Rob Fuquay, Senior Pastor; Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor of Later@St. Luke’s; Rev. David Williamson, Pastor of Family & Children’s Ministries; Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson, Pastor of Outreach Ministries DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Mark Squire ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES / ORGANIST Charles Manning
If you desire prayer, a pastor will be at the front of the Sanctuary following the service.
NEWS YOU CAN USE Blood Drive
Today • W125 (West passage inside door 4) Anyone age 18 and over is encouraged to help save a life by donating blood.
Taizé Service
Today • 5PM • Sanctuary Led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, this reflective service of simple choruses, scripture, prayer and meditation is a refreshing and inspiring time of worship!
Side-By-Side Orchestra Welcomes Youth Players
Today. The St. Luke's Orchestra is joined this morning by a talented group of high school and middle school students for some Side-by-Side ministry! We are grateful for their time and talent which they are so generously offering in worship.
Conversation on Homosexuality: “This I Know”
Today • 11AM • Spiritual Life Center. Join evangelical leader Brian McLaren, renowned Jesus scholar Marcus Borg, and others in a video-driven, 4-week study designed to meet you where you are in your understanding of this divisive issue. This study provides a safe space for meaningful conversation, and offers guidance through the example of Christ’s inclusive love. It is a companion study to the documentary, “For the Bible Tells Me So.” Susan Fuquay and members from the St. Luke’s LGBT ReachOut group will facilitate. Register online or contact Susan at fuquays@stlukesumc.com for more information.
UMW Food Drive
Month of October • Wooden Bins in West Passage. Collections benefit local food pantries. Monetary donations are also appreciated and can be placed in the offering basket. Please indicate “Food Pantry” on the memo line or envelope. Contact Beth Edwards-Goff at beth.edwardsgoff@yahoo.com or 625-2395 for more information or to volunteer.
Progressive Dinner Tour
Wednesday, October 23 • 6:30PM • Luke’s Lodge Do you know where to find the vestry, Spiritual Life Center or the original sanctuary of St. Luke’s? Join Mary Katherine Schnitz on a tour of St. Luke’s, eating along the way. We begin in Luke’s Lodge for salads, then wander around the building, stopping for a main course and then dessert. Register today in the West passage.
Outreach of the Month—Kissy UMC Hospital, Freetown, Sierra Leone
At the Kissy UMC hospital in Sierra Leone, the municipal water system is rationed. No water at least four days a week is a reality at the 100 bed general hospital. St. Luke’s October Outreach project is addressing this need. With other partners, we hope to raise $50,000 to provide a drilled well for the compound, new piping between buildings, increased storage for outage time and repair and replacement of plumbing throughout the hospital. You can donate to this cause by noting “Kissy Hospital” in the memo line of your check and dropping it in the offering basket. Thank you for your support.
OCTOBER 20, 2013
Youth Hay Rides
Jr. High, October 25 • Sr. High, October 26 • Eagle Creek Join your friends for a fun night at the Eagle Creek! There will be hay ride and bonfire with s'mores. Be sure to dress warm and bring a flashlight! Friends are welcome! Sign up online at http://www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/youth/ Cost: $20
Second Annual Fall Festival
Sunday, October 27 • 5-7PM • In and around St. Luke’s. Since we can’t cheer for the Colts next Sunday, come cheer for St. Luke’s and the community at the Fall Festival! There will be inflatables, trunk or treating in the parking lot and carnival games and prize booths lining the halls. Want to make a difference and help reach out to our community? Volunteer to play a carnival game with the children for 90 minutes during second shift, participate in Trunk-or-Treat, greet and welcome our visitors, and/or donate candy. Go to www.stlukesumc.com to sign up to be a part of celebrating fall with the community. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner while you are here and browse the Silent Auction. Advance dinner tickets are $8/adults $5/children.
Exploring Membership Class
Two Tuesdays: October 29 and November 5 • 6:30-8PM OR Sunday, November 17 • Noon-3PM • Luke’s Lodge. Join Pastor Rob Fuquay and others for a fun time learning the vision, ministry and values of St. Luke’s, a brief overview of the history of St. Luke’s and United Methodism. Discuss what it means to be a member of St. Luke’s as we look closely at what it means to Seek, Celebrate, Live, and Share the love of God for all creation. You will have an opportunity to sign up for future classes, serving opportunities within the church and outreach events. You may choose to join St. Luke’s after this class if you desire. Childcare is available upon request. Contact Sylvia Forbes at forbess@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x343 or register online.
Angela Brown Concert
Saturday, November 2 • 7:30PM • Sanctuary The St. Luke's Worship and Outreach ministries along with the Inter-Faith Hunger Initiative are hosting renown soprano Angela Brown in concert. Ticket proceeds will benefit the work being done to end hunger in Indianapolis and feed 3000 children in a region of southwest Kenya. Tickets are $20/adults, $12/students and are available at stlukesumc.com or by calling the church office. Patron tickets are $60/person and include priority seating and admission to a patron-only reception after 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
ST. LUKE’S SERVICES: 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00AM, Sanctuary THE GARDEN at Beef & Boards Theatre: 8:15, 9:15 and 10:15AM. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor OAK HILL: 10:30AM, Rev. Stan Abell, Pastor
CONTEMPLATIVE TAIZÉ SERVICE: 5:00PM, Sanctuary. Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, Pastor. Third Sunday of the month LATER@ST. LUKE’S: 6:00PM, Robertson Chapel. Dr. Marion Miller, Pastor.
WORSHIP 24/7: Our morning worship services are Web broadcast live in real time at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/watch. The entire service is available for purchase on CD and DVD; you may order specific services at www.stlukesumc.com/worship/sermonarchives, or stop by the Welcome Center this morning for an order envelope. You may also listen to or download sermons at www.stlukesumc.com. A link to the sermon video is also available by following us on @stlukesumcindy on Twitter.
STEWARDSHIP SERIES Find and Give Hope October 20:
transforming the world into a compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
October 27: November 3: November 10:
And... Who Will You Invite?
And... Where Will You Serve?
And... How Will You Share Hope? And... What Will You Give?
CLERGY APPRECIATION:
“The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.” 1 Timothy 5:17, NIV Worldwide, the month of October has been set aside as Clergy Appreciation Month. You are invited to take some time during the next two weeks to reflect on how blessed we are to have the pastors who serve St. Luke’s, and to share your gratitude with our pastors in person or in writing.
Half the Sky: Risky Business
Wednesday, November 6 • 6:30PM • Fellowship Hall and Robertson Chapel. This last event in the impactful Half the Sky series focuses on the work of the Indianapolis Branch of the Grameen Bank, a micro-loan organization. Bring an accessory to donate to Dress for Success. Register for catered dinner at stlukesumc.com/outreach/ half-the-sky or today in the West Passage.
100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.com