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.
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
COMMUNION AT ST. LUKE’S
Today we celebrate Holy Communion in worship. In the United Methodist Church, we practice an “open table,” where all are welcome; you do not have to be a member of this or any church to participate. As the ushers release your row, please come forward to receive the elements and return to your seat. Once all have been served, we will partake together.
If you are unable to come forward, please raise your hand and a rover will come to you. When finished, place the empty cup in the holder on the back of the pew.
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
PURCHASE WITH A PURPOSE
We’re looking for volunteers to join the team. Every volunteer hour, and every purchase, helps support our Benevolence Program and the Asante Shop, making a meaningful impact in our community and beyond. Come be part of a fun, welcoming team while helping further a mission that makes a difference. We’d love to have you!
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
ANNE CLEARY
Inspired by a deep spiritual connection to nature, these oil paintings invite viewers into imagined landscapes that feel both familiar and mysterious. Drawing on childhood memories of exploring the Midwestern countryside, Cleary creates dreamlike scenes that reflect the beauty, wonder, and sacred mystery of the natural world. It encourages us to pause, reflect, experience a sense of connection beyond what we can see. Join us for a reception on July 12!
MIDTOWN ART GALLERY
GATHERING AREA | SKYE SMITH (@LOVELY HOMES BY SKYE)
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
SERVICE TIME CHANGES
Please note due to the holiday weekend, we’ll celebrate Communion next Sunday, July 12. Then on July 19, North Indy will have one combined 9:30 service in the Sancutary, and one contemporary service at 11:00 in Roberston Chapel. We hope to see you then!
GET CONNECTED
SUMMER GUEST PREACHERS
NOW - AUGUST 2 |
NORTH INDY
We’re welcoming inspiring voices from across our community and beyond. Join us next Sunday for Rev. Duane Thompson, a retired United Methodist elder and former attorney who has faithfully served congregations in Indiana and Pennsylvania and now worships at St. Luke’s UMC with his wife, Brenda. You can see the full lineup at stlukesumc.com/summerpreachers
ANGELA BROWN IN SANCTUARY
JULY 13 AT 1:15 PM
| NORTH INDY
We’re honored to welcome internationally acclaimed soprano and Indianapolis native Angela Brown to the North Indy sanctuary. As part of our Freedom School programming, Angela will share her extraordinary gifts and story in a way that celebrates learning, culture, and community. We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an inspiring experience.
STARTING POINT
JULY 19 | FOLLOWING
SERVICES
Starting Point is a 30-minute orientation to St. Luke’s. You’ll meet others who are new and leave with a next step to help you find your place within the church. This is a great way to become familiar with who we are and how we live out our faith. No registration is needed!
NATURE WALK
JULY 19 2 PM |
PRESERVE
RITCHEY WOODS NATURE
Walks together in nature foster a sense of connection: slowingdown, listening, seeing, enjoying our surroundings and each other. Consider joining us for a “walk in the woods” and discovering something beautiful. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/ care
20S/30S INDIANS GAME
JULY 21 AT 7:05 PM
Calling all 20s and 30s (and your families)! Join us for a fun night at the Indianapolis Indians game. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m., and it’s $1 concession night, making it an affordable evening for everyone. We have a limited number of tickets available, so reserve yours soon. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more at stlukesumc.com/baseballgame
SELF-ADVOCATES OF INDIANA SPEAKER PANEL
JULY 26 AT 12:15 PM | GREAT HALL
Join us for a special Disability Pride Month presentation and panel featuring members of Self-Advocates of Indiana (SAI). In recognition of National Disability Independence Day—the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)— panelists will share their experiences and discuss inclusion, belonging, and accessibility in our communities and churches. A Q&A will follow the presentation. All are welcome.
PLANNED GIVING WORKSHOP
AUGUST 1 FROM 1 - 2 PM |
NORTH INDY
August is National Make-A-Will Month. You are invited to attend a free one-hour seminar on Saturday, August 1st from 1-2 p.m. at St. Luke’s. David Heetland, pastor of planned giving, will discuss the many ways you can include St. Luke’s in your estate plans, including how you can write your will for free. Sign up at stlukesumc.com/legacyworkshop
MAKE AN IMPACT
FREEDOM SCHOOL NATIONAL DAY OF SOCIAL ACTION
JULY 15 FROM 4:00-5:30 PM | GREAT HALL
This year, Freedom Schools across the country are asking the question “Are the Children Well?” On the Children’s Defense Fund’s National Day of Social Action, we are hosting a mental health resource fair. We invite you to visit and hear from local organizations that focus on youth mental health. Freedom School scholars have been learning about their emotions, ways to cope with different emotions, and how to check in on one another. We invite you to learn with us!
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
AUGUST 1 FROM 8 - 12:30 PM
For parents, it can be an emotional and financial strain to provide basic needs for their kids. Join us as St. Luke’s continues our legacy of supporting and celebrating our community area families as they prepare to go back to school. There is an opportunity to serve at sorting day, volunteer at the bash, and/or to help offset the cost of going back to school for families. You can learn more and register for the sorting day or the Back to School Bash at stlukesumc.com/allin
NORTH INDY TRADITIONAL ORDER OF WORSHIP
Prelude 1 | I’m Feeling Fine C ircle City Sound
Acolyte | Joel McDonald
Welcome | Rev. Duane Thompson
Opening Hymn | For the Beauty of the Earth #92 (4 vs.)
Affirmation of Fath | Pastor Bryan Smith
Glory to God
Turn and Greet | Rev. Duane Thompson
Announcements
Anthem | When I Lift My Head C ircle City Sound
Prayer Time
T he Lord’s Prayer | C ircle City Sound
Kids Dismissal
Call for Offering
Offertory | When I Go Home
Doxology/Prayer Over Offering
S cripture Reading | Luke 10:25-37
Read by: Laura Duvall-Whitson
Message | Rev. Duane Thompson
Communion
Communion Hymns | For the Bread Which You Have Broken # 614
C ome Sinners to the Gospel Feast #616
Bread of the World #621
I Come with Joy #617
Benediction
Postlude | Irish Blessing Circle City Sound
