JULY 2011 MONTHLY COMMUNION TOP: Dr. Carver McGriff & Bishop Michael Coyner MIDDLE: Dr. Linda McCoy & Rev. David Williamson BOTTOM: Rev. Marsha Hutchinson & Rev. Phil Gulley Celebration T.I.M.E.! Pathways Together: In conjunction with the July 31-August 28 worship focus, we will be celebrating St. Luke’s identity of being an “open community of Christians gathering to seek, celebrate, live, and share the love of God for all creation” where we are Together In Ministry Every- day! The fifth anniversary of this all-church initiative has something for everyone. During July and August, there will be Community Gatherings hosted by members of the congregation, as well as a Video Booth set up to tell your T.I.M.E. story—share your “everyday ministry” experiences. See the T.I.M.E. Fifth Anniversary section inside this issue for all the scoop... beginning with Ice Cream Sunday on Sunday, July 31 where you can “get the scoop” on our Mission Statement and T.I.M.E. program. “journeys” July/August Worship Theme You’ll notice some changes in the worship as well this summer. There will be more use of video, fewer announcements, some familiar elements moved around a bit. Don’t worry—it will still look and feel like St. Luke’s. Excellent music, inspiring preaching, and donuts. We look forward to being in wor- ship with you this summer as we journey together toward the bright future of always being transformed by God and trans- forming the world into a compas- sionate, just, inclusive, Christ- like community. This spring, a Worship Planning Team met to implement a meaningful program of worship for July and August. Led by Interim Senior Pastor Linda McCoy, the team decided that the theme of “Journeys” was appropriate for this time of transition at St. Luke’s. First we will focus on “Spiritual Roads”—the journeys that have led each of us to where we are now. The preaching schedule is: JULY 3: Dr. Carver McGriff, Senior Pastor of St. Luke’s from 1967-1993 JULY 10: Bishop Michael Coyner JULY 17: Dr. Linda McCoy JULY 24: Rev. David Williamson Next we will explore the “Pathways Together” that we have taken as a faith community. The sermons will revolve around our identity of being an “Open community of Christians gath- ering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love of God for all creation.” JULY 31: Dr. Linda McCoy “open community” AUGUST 7: Rev. Marsha Hutchinson “seek” AUGUST 14: Dr. Linda McCoy “celebrate” AUGUST 21: Rev. Phil Gulley “live” (Quaker pastor and author) AUGUST 28: Rev. David Williamson “share”
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J U LY 2 0 1 1MONTHLYCOMMUNION
TOP: Dr. Carver McGriff & Bishop Michael Coyner
MIDDLE: Dr. Linda McCoy & Rev. David Williamson
BOTTOM: Rev. MarshaHutchinson & Rev. Phil Gulley
Celebration T.I.M.E.!Pathways Together: In conjunction with the July 31-August 28 worship focus, we will becelebrating St. Luke’s identity of being an “open community of Christians gathering to seek,celebrate, live, and share the love of God for all creation” where we are Together In Ministry Every-day!
The fifth anniversary of this all-church initiative has something for everyone.During July and August, there will be Community Gatherings hosted by members of the congregation, as well as a Video Booth set up to tell yourT.I.M.E. story—share your “everyday ministry” experiences. See the T.I.M.E.Fifth Anniversary section inside this issue for all the scoop... beginning with Ice Cream Sunday on Sunday, July 31 where you can “get the scoop” on ourMission Statement and T.I.M.E. program.
“journeys”July/August Worship ThemeYou’ll notice some changes inthe worship as well this summer.There will be more use of video,fewer announcements, some familiar elements moved arounda bit. Don’t worry—it will stilllook and feel like St. Luke’s. Excellent music, inspiringpreaching, and donuts.
We look forward to being in wor-ship with you this summer as we journey together toward thebright future of always beingtransformed by God and trans-forming the world into a compas-sionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.
This spring, a Worship Planning Team met toimplement a meaningful program of worship forJuly and August. Led by Interim Senior PastorLinda McCoy, the team decided that the themeof “Journeys” was appropriate for this time oftransition at St. Luke’s.
First we will focus on “Spiritual Roads”—thejourneys that have led each of us to where weare now. The preaching schedule is:
JULY 3: Dr. Carver McGriff, Senior Pastor of St. Luke’s from 1967-1993
JULY 10: Bishop Michael CoynerJULY 17: Dr. Linda McCoyJULY 24: Rev. David Williamson
Next we will explore the “Pathways Together”that we have taken as a faith community. Thesermons will revolve around our identity ofbeing an “Open community of Christians gath-ering to seek, celebrate, live and share the loveof God for all creation.”
JULY 31: Dr. Linda McCoy “open community”AUGUST 7: Rev. Marsha Hutchinson “seek”AUGUST 14: Dr. Linda McCoy “celebrate”AUGUST 21: Rev. Phil Gulley “live”
(Quaker pastor and author)AUGUST 28: Rev. David Williamson “share”
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All classes, events and groups are open to all; church membership or affiliation is not required for participation. WELCOME TO ST. LUKE’S!
This issue lists upcoming events July 2011 through mid-August.
The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2011 COMMUNION MONTHLY:
July 11 for August issue (publishes 7/31)August 8 for September issue (publishes 8/28)
COMMUNION MONTHLY: a publication of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260317.846.3404 • www.stlukesumc.comA PDF version of this publication is available online.
Send your announcements to Lori Crantford at [email protected] orleave them in her mailbox in the main office. Notices of births, deaths and weddings should be given to Sylvia Forbes ([email protected] or 846-3404x343) and can be left with her weekly to be published in the Worship Guide.
St. Luke’s is an open community of Christiansgathering to seek, celebrate, live and share the love
of God for all creation. We envision being transformed by God
All Church Photos & Info UpdatingLet's get ready to help incoming Senior Pastor Rob Fuquayget to know all of us better by updating photos and infor-mation at St. Luke's.
Lifetouch Photographers will be here in August and Sep-tember to take photos for our database. There will not be aprinted all-church directory, but we will use this informationto update our records in order to better communicate andinform. Now is the TIME to get your church info updatedand sign up for the new All-Church E-mail Listing.
The dates for photo sessions are:
August 16-20August 23-27August 30-September 3September 13-17
TUESDAYS-FRIDAYS 2:30-9PMSATURDAYS 10AM-4:30PM
Everyone photographed will receive a free 8x10 or a sheetof nine wallets. Bringing a canned good donation will getyou a $5 coupon if you are planning to purchase photos foryour family (purchasing photos is completely optional, andthere is no charge to have your photos taken). You mayschedule your photo session at the Sunday tables beginningJuly 10, but even better is the opportunity to sign up online
from home now by going to St. Luke'swebsite www.stlukesumc.com.
Pets, props, and multi-generationalphotos encouraged. Casual, dressy,funny—all welcome! Everyone age12 and older will sit for an indi-vidual portrait in addition to anygroup shot. Please plan now toparticipate.
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Community GatheringsSt. Luke’s Community Gathering events are a great way tomeet new friends or stay connected with old ones. Theseevents are hosted by St. Luke’s members—either at theirhomes or venues around the community—for the purposeof helping members of the St. Luke’s congregation to getto know one another better.
Sign up for these events on Sunday, July 10. More events maybe added to the list. A handout with details for each eventwill be available July 10. The events planned include:
• Eve Circle Mom’s Night Out at Bazbeaux Pizza inCarmel on August 3.
• A BBQ Pitch-In, Pool and Tennis party at Tom & JennyGodby’s on August 7.
• A trip to the Indiana State Fair the evening of August10, hosted by Scott Semester (purchase fair ticketsseparately).
• “Celebrating Summer with the Endless Summer Band”at the Carmel Gazebo on August 10, hosted by Tom &Marsha Reynolds and Tim & Bev Gallagher.
• An “Outreach Party in the Park – alfresco dining withthe Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra” at Holiday Park,hosted by the Outreach Commission on August 11.
• A Pitch-In at Symphony on the Prairie for the “ClassicalMystery Tour: Music of the Beatles” concert on August11 hosted by the Gary & Lori Chambers.
• A “Summer in the City Supper” at Gordon & BetsyClark’s on August 13.
• A Ladies “High” Tea in the Parlor hosted by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson and Mary Katherine Schnitzon August 17.
• An Evening Boat Cruise and Dinner at Jim & JayneThorne’s on August 18.
• A Family Cookout at Andrew and Regan Summers’ onAugust 20.
• A Dinner in the Garden at Tom & Nancy Lange’s (date TBD).
• A guided tour of the Indianapolis Museum of Art leadby Jennifer Todd (date TBD).
• A Pitch-In at Symphony on the Prairie for the Billy Joelconcert hosted by Bill & Julia Johnson (date TBD).
OTHER T.I.M.E. FIFTH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6: Servant Day sponsored by Inclusiveness Team. See details on page 7. Register beginning July 17.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7: SEEKMORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“seek the love of God”EVENING: Later on the Lawn Event & Blessing of the Backpacks
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: Membership Pictures & Info Update Project
Get those Christmas card photos taken early! See theinside cover for details. Sign up at church beginningJuly 10 or online at www.stlukesumc.com now.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14: CELEBRATEMORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“celebrate the love of God”
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21: LIVEMORNING: Expo of opportunities to be in ministry as we
“live the love of God”
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28: SHAREAll Church Pitch-In Picnic
Northern Beach (5801 E. 116th Street, Carmel, next to Mansion at Oak Hill), 12:45-3:30PM, rain orshine. Gates open at Noon. Tickets will be sold August 7–28 in the West Passage and in the main office M-F, 9AM-5PM. COST: $5/adult or $15/familyticket (consists of two adults and children).
Looking for a fun and inexpensive end of summer eventfor the whole family to enjoy? Save the date for an OldFashioned Pitch-in Picnic. Bring your favorite 10-12serving side dish to share (A-I vegetables, J-Q salads,R-Z desserts). Please also bring a serving utensil foryour dish. Fried chicken, ice tea, lemonade, table serv-ice, games, face painting, music, giant bubbles,Bounce Carousel, fellowship and fun all provided! Youmay also want to bring lawn chairs, or a blanket.
Be a Stephen MinisterHave you considered becoming a Stephen Minister? Applications are now available on the
information board in the West Passage or online at www.stlukesumc.com (type “StephenMinister” in the search box). Applications will be accepted until August 1. The class beginsSeptember 6. For more information call Mary Katherine Schnitz at 846-3404 x365.
CARE MINISTRIES
T.I.M.E. FIFTH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS
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Family FuelJoin us for Family Fuel where kids bring their parents tochurch. Family Fuel offers families the opportunity to havea shared worship experience together. In Family Fuel wetalk about virtues.We believe a virtue is something that Godis doing in us to help change the world around us.
This month's virtue is Perseverance—refusing to give up whenlife gets hard. We meet at 10:45AM in Robertson Chapel. Fam-ily Fuel will meet on July 24 and August 21 this summer. Joinus as we live out God’s virtues for our lives.
Sunny Summer DaysChildren who have finished preschool-Pre-K will be havingSunday school in the East Wing at 9:30 and 11AM. Ele-mentary children (completed K-Grade 4) will worship withtheir parents in the Sanctuary until the Children's Moment.After the Children's Moment and Doxology, children will goto E107/109 at 9:30 and 11AM and parents can pick themup there. All students who finish the 5th grade attend theLodge on Sunday mornings.
Parents’ Night OutNeed a night out? Join PNO—Parents’ Night Out, thebabysitting co-op. We are now signing up for the 2011-2012year. Program takes place in the children's wing on the sec-ond Saturday of the month starting in August from 5:30-9PM. It runs August to June with the exception of July andDecember. Parents volunteer two Saturdays to sit with kids,get eight nights out. Cost per family is $25 to cover snacksand miscellaneous expenses. For information please emailLisa Jankowski or Lisa Sims at [email protected] orcall Lisa at 513-4146.
Got an iPad?Now you can watch St. Luke's Sunday services live on youriPad. We'd still love to see you in church but when thatisn't possible, join us online to view any one of our threeSunday morning sanctuary services live. We've always beenable to support the Windows operating system by usingWindows Media Player, but now you can experience theservice via your iPad for a mere one-time expenditure of$.99. Download the Azul Media Player app from the itunesstore and use your Safari browser to click on the Watch LiveService link on our website at www.stlukesumc.com.
Become a FanAre you on Facebook? If so, are you a fan ofSt. Luke’s? Become a fan today—simply logonto our website (www.stlukesumc.com) and
click the link on our home page to get to our Facebookpage. Then click the “Like” button—just one more way tostay connected to everything St. Luke’s. We love to hearfrom you there too, but ask that you limit your postings tochurch-related events and topics, please.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC
COMMUNICATIONS
St. Luke’s Night with the Indiana FeverMembers of the St. Luke’s Children’s Choir will perform the national anthem on the maincourt of Conseco Fieldhouse for the Sunday, August 21 Indiana Fever game! St. Luke’s membersare invited to the game for a discounted price. To place your order, contact Nathan Burgerat [email protected] or 317-917-2805. Regular price tickets are $16.96; dis-counted price is $10.60. Doors open at 5PM; tip-off is 6PM. Questions? Contact DebraNethercott at [email protected] or 317-846-3404 x329.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIESThe Track’s vision is to help children discover God’s love, celebrate families, live out the teachingsof Jesus every day and share God’s love with others.
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Fox Hill Elementary School PartnershipAs part of Senator Richard Lugar’s Summer Food ServiceProgram, M.S.D. Washington Township will distribute mealsto our students during the summer months. Meals will beassembled in a central location and transported to the localcomplexes where our students reside. Fox Hill is organizingan informal reading program to partner with the distributionof meals. If you would be interested in joining Fox Hill teach-ers and administration in helping fill the summer learninggap, contact Kathy Levine at 259-5371 x13306 or [email protected].
Construction MinistrySt. Luke’s Construction Ministry focuses on building wheel-chair ramps for special needs situations in the Indianapolisarea. We partner with Second Presbyterian Church andwork as a team each Saturday to design, build and assem-ble ramps. Referrals come from the Indiana Council onAging as well as other social service agencies. Prioritiesare given to handicapped clients who have no means ofgetting in and out of their homes. We completed 73 con-struction projects to help families in 2010 and hope to in-crease that number to 100 in 2011. Come help us helpothers in our own backyard. For more information, contactDave Boyer [email protected] or 251-1094 or TaraLineweaver at [email protected] or 329-9189.
Fletcher Place Community CenterBreakfast dates are July 12, 14 & 15 and August 9, 11, 19,23 & 30. Need donations of food, paper goods or cash topay for these items. Contact Joe Kenny at 705-0489 [email protected] for more information or to volunteer. Dinner dates are July 18 & 27 and August 15 & 24. Need vol-unteers to donate food items, cook and especially to trans-port and serve. See the bulletin board in the hall between Robertson Chapel and Oasis Bookstore to sign up,or call Kay Horton at 253-9833 for more information. Vol-unteers are also needed in the thrift store, food pantry andGED preparation. Contact Karen Mann at Fletcher Place,636-3466 ext. 4 or [email protected] or LarryPaxton at 873-2415 or [email protected] to volunteer.
Refugee Assistance MinistryThe Nora area is home to a large community of refugees,the vast majority of whom are from Burma. Volunteers areneeded to help with the summer tutoring program at FirstBaptist (86th & College) to help kids and adults with theirEnglish language skills. Another focus is to provide mentorsto encourage refugee teens/young adults in completing theirhigh school diploma or equivalent at North Central HighSchool. The time commitments are flexible. To volunteeror to learn more, contact Cathy Kennedy, 317-418-5869or [email protected].
Violins are needed! The Washington Township Middle Schools’ Orchestra Program has an urgent need for violins and violas to accommodate a largegroup of needy refugee children wishing toparticipate in orchestra classes this fall. Repair funds are available while instrumentpurchase funding is not. If you have a violinor viola that could be donated to the schools,please contact Carol Dennis at 317-259-1978 or [email protected].
Outreach, Inc. – For Homeless and At-Risk Youth“Concert with a Cause” at Conner Prairie with
Jon McLaughlin and the ISO: Outreach, Inc. is excited toannounce a “concert with a cause” in conjunction with theIndianapolis Symphony Orchestra and featuring JonMcLaughlin at Conner Prairie on September 10. We are form-ing our event committee and invite you to participate. Ourtasks include obtaining sponsorships, community aware-ness, appearances and ticket sales.
Jon and his wife, Amy, are local residents and dedicatedvolunteers and supporters of Outreach, Inc. Jon is bringingattention to the issue of homeless youth on his national tourand here in his own backyard. The Indianapolis SymphonyOrchestra is joining the effort while bringing a young artistinto a collaborative project that combines his musical talentsto provide an amazing and entertaining concert. Please con-tact Keelin Smith at 317-951-8886 or [email protected] to volunteer, or check out the website atwww.outreachindiana.org.
COMMUNITY MINISTRIES
FELLOWSHIP
ElderberriesThe Elderberries will hold their monthly dinner and program on Thursday, July 7 at 5:30PM in Fellowship Hall.We ask that you bring a dish to share. A minimum $3/person donation is suggested. First-time visitors arefree and it is not necessary to bring a dish. Please make reservations with Adra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404. Our entertainment will be the Elderberries own Phil and Maytha Walker. They will be performing theirown special kind of piano and song duets.
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GREEN MINISTRIES
Green Ministry Leadership TeamOur ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednesday ofeach month. Next meeting is July 13, 5:30-7PM in E213 andwelcomes new people to the discussion. Contact SharonChambers at [email protected] or 317-578-7502, or just show up.
Green Gratitude AwardThe Green Ministry wishes to thank the UMW, the SinglesMinistry, the Dads’ Group, the Children’s Ministry and theThursday Afternoon Book Study for making their special events“green events.” Their efforts helped keep countless paperand plastic plates, cups and cutlery out of landfills and incinerators. AND it is so nice to eat off of china plateswith real silverware.
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HEALTH MINISTRY
Blood Pressure ScreeningStop by C110 on Sunday, July 10,9-11AM for a free blood pressurescreening. Please refrain fromsmoking or caffeine thirty minutesprior to your screening. Sponsoredthe second Sunday of every monthby St. Luke’s Health Ministries.
Blood DriveThe Indiana Blood Center is proud of the donors at St.Luke's for helping it provide a safe, stable supply of bloodproducts for the critically ill people of Indiana. Our nextdrive will be Sunday, July 17, in N101-102. Please considerdonating in honor of someone you might know who is ill.Never donated before? The staff will make it easy for you.Not only does the Center provide blood products, but it isinvolved in the community of Indianapolis through UnitedWay, Komen Foundation, The 500 Festival Foundation andother community groups. This year the Center has been rec-ognized as a Green Business by the Greater IndianapolisChamber of Commerce.
ReachOutReachOut is a diverse and inclusive group within the St.Luke’s United Methodist Church community offering spir-itual support and encouragement to GLBT persons. Westrive to lead a life of service to others, achieve Christianmaturity, and educate ourselves in matters of faith. Socialand recreational activities are provided to promote an atmosphere where friendships can develop and a sense ofacceptance and wholeness may be experienced. All are welcome. If you have questions about ReachOut, contactMatt Fleck at [email protected].
UPCOMING REACHOUT ACTIVITIES:
Planning Meeting and Dinner. Tuesday, July 12, 6:30PM,George’s Neighborhood Grille, 6935 Lake Plaza Drive (near71st and Binford). It’s always great to get together for a casual dinner and great conversation with RO friends.Hope you will join us.
ReachOut Pool Party and Pitch-In. Saturday, July 23. Hold thisdate for our first annual pool party and pitch-in to beat thesummer heat! More details coming soon.
Servant Day is Coming!The third annual Servant Day, coordinated by the Inclusiveness Team, will be Saturday, August 6!Join over 300 St. Luke’s members who enthusiastically disperse throughout the community to engagein service projects and bring visibility to St. Luke’s. This is an excellent way to meet new friendswhile engaging in an activity that benefits others. There is something for everyone—from letter-writing campaigns to cheer and encourage those in the military, to helping teachers at two WashingtonTownship schools prepare for the opening of school, to more vigorous outdoor activities. The day willstart at 8AM with breakfast generously provided by the Stephen Ministers. After a prayerful send-off, teams will go to the various locations to work until 12:30PM or later, if time allows.
The first sign-up Sunday will be July 17. Look for the colorful tables in the Narthex. On July 24 and31, sign-up tables will be in the West Passage. Descriptions of each project will be available at theregistration tables. Questions? Contact Maria Blake at 293-3156, or [email protected].
SINGLES MINISTRIES (40+)
SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTERTo pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404 x367 [email protected]. Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s. Ongoing classes listed in the Extra Section.The Spiritual Life Center programs are open to all interested people without regard to their faith or religion.
Singles Summer Concert SeriesCome enjoy live music with other singles every Wednesdayat 6:30PM at the Carmel Gazebo. Meet between the gazeboand the fountain as our host Greg Hazel greets us for anight of fun—we’ll also mix and mingle with Carmel UMCSingles. For more information or directions, contact GregHazel at [email protected].
CONCERT SCHEDULE:JULY 6: Indianapolis Jazz OrchestraJULY 13: Cool City Swing BandJULY 20: Blaire & Co.JULY 27: The Tides
Singles Mid-Week Bible StudyWednesdays, 6-7:15PM, Spiritual Life Center. Ever need aspiritual pick-me-up halfway through the week? Or maybeyou'd just like to know more about the Bible and how it applies to your everyday life. Wednesday nights this sum-mer, we'll be walking through the Bible together via inter-active study, conversation, worship and fellowship. Makesure to bring your Bible; if you don't have a Bible we'll pro-vide one for you. Class led by Chris Thornsberry, AssociateDirector of Adult Ministries. Childcare available. For moreinformation, email Chris at [email protected].
INCLUSIVENESS MINISTRY
SPECIAL EVENT
Pakistan/American Cultural EventSaturday, July 16, doors open at 4PM. All are invited to experience Pakistani culture—a traditionalwedding ceremony, traditional Pakistani dances and music, a fashion show and authentic Pakistanicuisine. Begin your experience with cooking demos and exhibition stalls, 4-5PM in Fellowship Hall.Audiovisual show (replayed every 30 minutes) beginning at 4PM in N101/102. Cultural Program,Sanctuary, 5-6:30PM. Pakistani Buffet, Great Hall, 6:30-8PM. Tickets for buffet required ($5/person– www.stlukesumc.com or front desk after June 12). Childcare provided, 4-6:30PM (childcare reser-vations required by July 8 with DeAnna Moran at 317-846-3404x367 or [email protected]).
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VolleyballCoed teams of six to eight players are forming now formatches that will begin on Monday, September 12.Matches will be played on Monday evenings in the GreatHall through next April. For a bargain price of just $23 perplayer, you get three seasons of fun, fellowship and a littleexercise too. Players of all ages and abilities are welcometo join the fun. Play is competitive but friendly—no spikingor over-hand serves. Get a group of friends together andjoin the fun this fall. For more information or to register asa team or individual, contact Brent Scott at 875-9382 [email protected].
Men’s Breakfast There will be no breakfast in July. We will be pairing upwith Servant Day on Saturday, August 6.
Theology UnpluggedCurrent—it's that flow or force that pulls you in a certain direction. We've all felt it while swimming. But we're oftenunaware that the culture around us pulls us in directions.What are the forces that are shaping the family today? Andhow can we help to keep our kids anchored in what reallymatters? Join us at the Rusty Bucket at 8:30PM on Wednes-day, July 20 as we discuss these and other questions. RSVPto Matt Roop at [email protected] or 538-5931.
PRAYER & MEDITATION
Daylily LabyrinthOur Indoor Open Labyrinth Walks on Fridays from 5-7PMwill go on summer vacation. Please continue your labyrinthdiscipline by walking our permanent indoor labyrinth whichis painted on the floor of N103/104 (check schedule bydoor for availability), or take advantage of our beautiful out-door labyrinth which is currently in bloom. Our daylily andmulch labyrinth is available during daylight hours and can bereached by walking around Luke’s Lodge, going down thestairs, across the bridge and into the neighborhood to thenorth of the church property. There is a journal for you torecord your experiences, a picnic table and chairs.
WORKSHOPS, CLASSES & RETREATS
Experiential Spirituality CourseEach week ‘try on’ a different spiritual practice. Wide-rang-ing practices from a variety of spiritual traditions may include: Sapta, Mandala Drawing, Vipassana Meditation,Foot Washing, Drum Circle, Ho'oponopono, Four-Bowl ZenMeal, Breathing Practices, Partner Yoga, and Dying Simu-lation. Wednesdays, July 13-September 14, 7-9PM in the Par-lor. Taught by Jill Altman, [email protected],317.585.0695. Registration suggested; fee $180.
CONVERSATION ABOUT Religion, Meaning, Ethics & IdeasWhere can you find discussion about religion in America,the wisdom of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, the effect oftorture on democracies, or how TV shows are modern-dayparables? These topics and many more are discussed everySunday morning in the Spiritual Life Center, 9:30-10:30AM.The time together is based on the American Public Mediashow “Being” (formerly “Speaking of Faith”). Meet newpeople, learn about current trends and ideas and energizeyourself for the week to come. Led by Betty Brandt.
Discernment and DiscoveryLife is full of questions—which job to take, how to retire,which college to attend, how to get along with a co-worker,or even where to go on vacation! Discernment and Discov-ery is a workshop that offers techniques for finding clarity,skills for mining for answers, ways to open to guidancethrough nature, collage, playful chatter, imagination andjournaling. These techniques will be taught and practicedwith the idea that you can return to them again and againfor answers and insights. Bring a sack lunch and a journal.Led by Shelley Newby, M.Div, M.Ed., spiritual director. Saturday, July 30 in the Spiritual Life Center, 9AM-3:30PM.Registration required; fee $50. Register online at www.stlukes-umc.com, or call DeAnna at 317-846-3404 x367.
SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS
Evening Art CommunityDo you hate to paint or draw by yourself?Come enjoy fellowship and meet otherartists while you paint, draw or createwith another medium. The idea is to fel-lowship, meet new people, and enjoyyourself. This is not a teaching class andno supplies will be provided. SecondWednesday of each month (July 12, August10), 6:30-8:30PM in E107/019; no regis-tration or fee. Contact Pat Taylor at 317-205-4156 for more information.
Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists and DabblersCome meet others who are interested in sharing spiritualand artistic interests while building an art community atSt. Luke’s. Bring your favorite medium and spend the dayworking, sharing and laughing. Thursdays, 9AM-4PM inC122. For more information, contact Karen Porter [email protected].
UNITED METHODIST MEN
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UMW Reading GroupThis month we'll explore the adventurous life of a woman who leaves city life for the open landof Wyoming in our discussion of Letters of a Woman Homesteader by Elinore Pruitt Stewart. Thisgem of a book consists of letters written by the author back east to her former employer. ElinorePruitt Stewart was a young widowed mother who leaves city life and her position as a laundressand heads west to Wyoming to take up a lifestyle living on the land as a homesteader in the1900s—and we think we have tough lives! Elinor writes with enthusiasm and entertaining description about the challenges of survival and the support among homesteaders for one another.Our discussion is scheduled for Monday, July 25 from 7-8:30PM in the Parlor. Newcomers arealways welcome! For more information, contact Jennifer Todd at [email protected].
CookbookThe UMW cookbook is still available for purchase in the main office during regular business hours.The cookbook contains over 500 recipes generously donated by members of the congregation, theirfamily and friends. Cost $15; and the proceeds benefit various UMW sponsored organizations.
UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS
New Life CircleAttention single women... You are invited to our summer“Single Gals” Movie Nite. Come enjoy a chick flick on Friday, July 22. Wear your favorite slippers and meet us inthe Parlor at 6:30PM. Showtime is at 7PM. (PLEASE NOTE:This special date and time change—from our usual Tuesdayevening to Friday.) Bring your favorite picnic food to share.We’ll provide the paper goods & beverage and, of course...the popcorn. Bring a friend! For information, call Nancy at255-1226 or Cathy at 334-7821. New Life Circle is a gath-ering of single, divorced, and widowed women of all ages.
Eve CircleEve Circle, a group of mothers with young children, willhave no official meetings during the summer months. We willreconvene in September. If you would like to be added toour email list to receive info about summer social events(play dates, mom's night out), email [email protected] members are always welcome!
White Cross GuildWhite Cross Guild provides volunteers to participate in ac-tivities supporting Methodist Hospital. Meets at MethodistMedical Plaza, 151 Pennsylvania Parkway (103rd/Meridian)in the first floor community room. They meet the 2nd Mon-day of each month from 9AM-2PM (next meeting: July 11)to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch).They also meet the 4th Tuesday of each month (next meet-ing: July 26) from 1-3PM to stuff and sew heart pillows for patients who have had heart or lung surgery. ContactMarguerite Moehn (873-1956) or Barb Querry (879-0543).
August 2011Fondwa, HaitiUMM sponsored - ConstructionLEADER: David Williamson, 846-3404 x385COST: $800 + ticket price (approximately $600)
August 21–26Kentucky Children’s HomeHumanitarian/MaintenanceLEADER: Carter Jerman, 575-8575, 812-350-1253,[email protected]: $150 (+ transportation)
September 11–16Midwest Mission Distribution Center, Chatham, ILPacking, sewing, building school desksLEADERS: Nancy Keller, 842-5909, [email protected] Marge Butler, 257-6130, [email protected]: $180 (+ transportation). Deposit due 7/11/11.
September 25–30Lotts Creek, Kentucky Construction/School/Distribution CtrLEADERS: Terry & Michelle Collins, 388-8139, [email protected]: $100 (+ transportation)
WORLD MISSIONSUpcoming Work Projects Questions? Contact Jan Nichols at 846-3404 x364 or [email protected] a complete listing of trips, see the World Missions Projects page at www.stlukesumc.com.
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Young Adult Knitting GroupAnyone interested in learning how to knit or experiencedknitters who want to contribute their time and efforts to agreat cause come join this new group. Projects (yarn sup-plied) will include knitting baby clothing for in-need expectant mothers to knitting scarves and hats for thehomeless. Every Monday, 7-8:30PM in E104. Hosted by KimStreet. For more information, email Kim at [email protected]. No registration or fee.
Coming Soon to Young Adult Ministries• AUGUST: Mission Project in Fountain Square• SEPTEMBER: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Concert
at Connor Prairie
Find us on Facebook at “St. Luke’s UMC-YoungAdult Community” for updates, information andconnecting with other young adults. Or, to signup for our monthly email, contact Chris Thorns-berry at [email protected].
College-Age MinistryCollege-Age Facebook Group. If you are collegeage and would like to connect with others inthis age group, or keep up to date with what is happening, check out our Facebook group, “St. Lukes UMC - College Students.”
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES
YOUTH MINISTRIESRegister for any event at www.stlukesumc.com/youth. OUR MISSION: To welcome all youth and families into loving, Christ-centered relationships where they can get in tune with God's amazing love and be empowered to transform the world!
Youth Ministry Summer Overview During the summer months when many of our students are out of school, students are at camps,families are on vacations, and we are on mission trips, our youth ministry relaxes a little from ournormal ministry schedule. Even though our ministry schedule changes, we find that it’s a great timefor students to have the option of connecting to youth ministry in a more personal way. Summer timenumbers are typically smaller, and students have the opportunity to check out the groups. Incomingsixth grade students are welcome in our Jr. High ministry. Incoming freshmen have the option of continuingthroughout the summer in Jr. High or checking out the high school options. August 14 is the first Sundaywhere Freshmen will need to transition fully to Sr. High. Please take note of schedule changes thatare listed; for more information always check out www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/youth.
Confirmation MinistryIf you were not able to make the May par-ent meeting, please contact Kevin Davisso that you can catch up on informationthat is necessary for preparing for Confir-mation in the fall. Confirmation ministryis now a one-year ministry, so we like toprovide plenty of information on what weoffer in the area of teaching, connectingstudents and the overall confirmation ex-perience. Our next parent meeting will beheld on Sunday, August 21 from 10:30-11:30AM at the Lodge.
PEER GUIDES—We are looking for thosewho have been confirmed (8-12 grade stu-dents) to help with Confirmation in thefall. More information coming.
THIS MONTH
JULY 17: Deadline to register for Jr. High Fall Retreat (August 26-28). Cost is $135. $50 non-refundable deposit due by July 17. ContactRyan McGee at 846-3404 x346 or [email protected].
JULY 22: Sr. High Activity (check website and Facebook for times/details)JULY 24: Jr. High Night at the Lodge, Part 2, 6-7:30PM. All rising 6th, 7th
and 8th grade students are invited for a night of games and activities.Registration recommended by contacting Ryan McGee at 846-3404x346 or [email protected].
JULY 9-16: High School & College groups to Fondwa, Haiti. This trip is full.
UPCOMING EVENTS
AUGUST 14: Jr. High Night at the Lodge Part 3, 6-7:30PMAUGUST 20-21: Youth Band Retreat. Contact Ryan McGee at 846-3404 x346.AUGUST 21: Parent MeetingAUGUST 26-28: Jr. High Fall RetreatSEPTEMBER 7: Volunteer TrainingSEPTEMBER 11: Kick-Off, 6-8pmOCTOBER 15-16: Sr. High Fall Retreat (pending SAT dates)
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HOURS: St. Luke’s office is open 8:30AM-5PM Monday-Friday.Our Prayer Chapel (located inside Robertson Chapelnext to the Spiritual Life Center) is available for silentprayer and meditation when the church is open. A pastor is always on call in case of emergencies; call846-3404 to leave a message after hours.
E-MAIL: Need to email someone on our staff? Easy. Our emailis our last name followed immediately by first initial,followed by @stlukesumc.com.
IN GENERAL: When you need something, our outstanding front deskstaff can direct your call to the appropriate person. But here are some tips for some of the most frequentlyrequested information:
I NEED CONTACT
Adult Class Registration DeAnna Moran
Childcare Needs for Meetings/Events Kristi Chamberlain(charges may apply)
Member Care/Death/ Mary Katherine SchnitzStephen Ministry Request/Hospitalization
Reserve a Room/Request A/V Beth Lammersor Carol Helmus
Weddings/Special Event Coordination Carol Helmus
Baptisms Bobbi Main-Jackson
Pledge Balance/Information Finance Office
Oasis Bookstore Sharon Holyoak
WORSHIPSunday Worship Services8:15, 9:30 & 11AM, Sanctuary • Communion is served the first Sunday of the month
at all three services and is available to all persons.• St. Luke’s Orchestra plays the third Sunday of
the month.• Baptisms take place the fourth Sunday of
every month.
Family Fuel, Every Sunday morning at 10:45AM inRobertson Chapel. SUMMER SCHEDULE: Meets 7/24,8/21. A fun, interactive worship service for elemen-tary-aged children and their families to experience together. Led by Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson.
Taizé, Third Sundays of the month, 5-5:45PM by thebaptismal font in the Sanctuary with musical commu-nity and Rev. Marsha Hutchinson. A service of peaceand candlelight with silence, scriptures, prayer, andbeautiful music.
Later@St. Luke’s, Sundays, 6PM in Robertson Chapelwith Dr. Marion Miller. Come hear contemporary Chris-tian, gospel and jazz music featuring the Later Bandand Vocals, along with a challenging, thought-provokingmessage. Holy Communion served every Sunday.
The Garden is an off-site satellite ministry of St. Luke’s providing non-traditional worship in a comfortable, casual setting. Dr. Linda McCoy, Pastor.
The Garden at Beef & Boards: 8:15, 9:15 &10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by TheGood Earth Band.
The Garden at Oak Hill: 10:15AM every Sunday; music provided by The Oak Hill Band. Rev. StanAbell, Campus Pastor.
The Garden Unplugged: 9AM every Sunday at OakHill with Rev. Stan Abell.
The following is a listing of essential info and on-going classes/events.
SUMMER OASIS HOURS:WEDNESDAYS ONLY 10AM - 2PM
SUNDAY 9AM - 1PM
S U P P O R T I N G T H E M I N I S T R I E S O F S T . L U K E ’ S U M C
Inspirational Gifts, Jewelry & BooksConveniently located inside St. Luke’s UMC
A Listening Heart: Bible Study for Women with Young Children2nd and 4th Mondays, 7-9PM in, E212. Childcare is availableupon request. New members always welcome. For informa-tion, contact Ann Smith, 569-1359 or [email protected], or Kari Miller, 873-8606 or [email protected]. On summer hiatus.
Flo Hardy Bible Study 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Join othersin coffee, prayer, reading and discussion of selected Biblicaltexts...just like we did in the "good ole days!" (with occasional“non good ole days” videos). Led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson.
Tuesday Afternoon Women's Spiritual Book StudyThis group focuses on non-fiction books with spiritual themesevery Tuesday afternoon, 1-2:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center.Contact JoAnne Waeltz, 872-0895, [email protected] all summer.
Sunrise Book Study Wednesdays, 7-8:30AM, Parlor. Start your day with friends,prayer, a good book, stimulating discussion and personal enrichment. Contact Betty Brandt at (317) 846-3404 [email protected]. Meets all summer!
George Vickery Men’s Discussion GroupWednesdays, 8AM at Shapiro’s. Discuss current events or thelatest book of interest you have read. For more information,call Bob Waeltz at 872-0895.
Kent Millard’s Book Study Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Parlor. Join this group for atime of prayer and fellowship as well as the sharing of insights.ON SUMMER BREAK.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30AM, The Forum at The Crossing. Anoff-site senior adult Bible Study. Led by Terri Coe, MaryKatherine Schnitz, Chris Thornsberry and several other St.Luke’s lay members.
Thursday Afternoon Book Study Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this afternoon group to read and discuss a diverse selection of reading materials.JULY: The Art of Driving in the Rain, by Garth Stein. The groupalso enjoys lunches, watching movies, taking field trips andcelebrating birthdays together. Class facilitator is PhyllisBybee. For more information, please contact Sylvia Forbes at846-3404 or [email protected].
Mothers of Young Children Book Club2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30AM, meets off-site during thesummer. Participants in this group read approximately onepiece of current fiction or non-fiction per month. Childcare isavailable upon request for $5 per family. For book list, to request childcare, or for info contact Regan Summers at [email protected].
New Earth CommunityThursdays, 7-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. This study discussesinnovative and challenging spiritual books. Contact JoAnneWaeltz, 872-0895, [email protected], for current title.Meets all summer.
Ongoing “Being” DiscussionEvery Sunday morning at 7AM on FM90/1, Krista Tippett interviews spiritual leaders. A community of “Being (formerlySpeaking of Faith)” fans meets at 9:30AM in the Spiritual LifeCenter to discuss that morning’s program. The show is avail-able on the prior Thursday at www.onbeing.org. Meets allsummer.
Ongoing Meditation GroupBeginners and experienced meditators are welcome to join in1/2 hour discussion followed by 1/2 hour of Christian med-itation. You will find support for your practice, new ideas anda community of others who welcome silence. Led by MerriLeffel, Mondays, 6:30-7:30PM in the Spiritual Life Center. Nofee or registration. Meets all summer.
Prayer Shawl MinistryTuesdays, 1-3PM in W120. Prayerful volunteers who like toknit or crochet and love the fellowship of working togethermake prayer shawls for those needing to be wrapped in God’shealing love. Tasks for non-knitters too. Contact Donna Cripe(317-280-7806). Meets all summer.
Crochet GuildIf you are interested in learning to crochet or enriching yourcrocheting experience, please come meet with other enthu-siasts. Expect special charity projects and fellowship. Every 1st Saturday, 10AM-Noon in E107/109. No registration.For more information contact Edie Huffman, at [email protected], or 228-0496. Meets all summer.
SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES
Empty-NestersSundays (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM in the Parlor. Read,watch, and discuss contemporary and traditional books andvideos. We also gather once a month for social activities. Formore information, contact Ann Townsend at 842-0464.
ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTERNew participants welcome!
New BeginningsSundays, Sept.-May (except holidays), 9:30-10:30AM inE213. A self-led couples class that meets weekly anddiscusses a variety of topics. We have regular socialgatherings as well! For more information, contactNathan or Paula Montgomery at [email protected], or 340-7115.
New Perspectives on Sunday MorningSundays, 11AM-Noon in E105. This class explores thework of religious scholars who are giving voice toreimagining the essence of Christianity. Bring yourquestions about the church, religion and faith to thisnon-judgmental conversation in search of alternativeanswers and paths to experiences of the Holy. ScottSeverns and Bruce Roberts, Leaders. NO CLASS INJULY AND AUGUST.
PRAYER & MEDITATION
Guided MeditationsKent Millard, Scott Semester, Barbara Burke and CarolErnst have recorded guided meditations to help youdevelop your meditation skills. Just go to www.stluke-sumc.com and google “Guided Meditations,” thenclick on “Prayer and Meditation.” You will be able tohear and participate as often as you want to, or down-load onto your iPod or CD. If you would like to pur-chase a CD, they are available in Oasis for $10.
“Drum On” CircleLive with Vibrancy, Rhythm and Passion. All are invited to experience an hour of drumming every 4thWednesday. Next meeting Wednesday, July 27. Led byDane McCullough, Modular Building, 6:30-7:30PM.Drums are provided or bring your own. No experiencenecessary.
BODY / MIND / SPIRIT
Ongoing Integral Hatha Daytime YogaMondays, July 11-August 29, 7:30 & 9:30AM; and Thurs-days, July 14-September 1, 8:30AM in N101/102. $96or Walk-ins/$15 for either session. Registration sug-gested, taught by Marsha Pappas. Classes continue onSeptember 12 & 15.
“Pay What You Can” Happy YogaOpen to all, regardless of your finances or yoga expe-rience. Find your strength and happiness through poses,breath and meditation. Taught by Robin Howard. Mon-days and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30PM in N103/104. No reg-istration or fee; donations appreciated. Bring a matAND blanket. Meets all summer.
Ongoing Qigong ClassesQigong (Chee-Gung) is an amazing set of gentle exer-cises similar to Tai Chi which help to enhance and main-tain one’s overall health. It is a self-healing practiceused to recover from illness, relieve stress, lower bloodpressure, increase blood circulation and reduce chronicpain. Thursdays, 10:30-11:30AM in Luke’s Lodge, upstairs.No registration; $10/session. Taught by Amy Barr.Meets all summer.
Aikido TrainingThis discipline uses martial training as a means ofcharacter development rather than fighting prowess.Open to men and women. Come observe a class, oremail through the Web site at www.indianapolis-aikikai.org. Adult classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7-9PM, Saturdays, 8-10AM. All classes inN103/104. Meets all summer.
CARE MINISTRIESStephen MinistryStephen Ministry is a lay ministry designed to supportsomeone in time of crisis or difficulty. Stephen Minis-ters are trained to be good listeners. They are non-judgmental friends. If you would like to speak to aStephen Minister or would like more information aboutthe program, please contact Mary Katherine Schnitzat 846-3404 x 365 or [email protected], orsee the St. Luke’s website under Member Care.
Chronic Pain Support GroupMonday, July 18, 6-7:30PM in Parlor. This is a supportgroup for patients with all types of neuropathic and fi-bromyalgia pain and for their families and friends. Noregistration is required. Questions? Contact Dr. MegFrazer at 844-2903 or [email protected].
Diabetes Support GroupMeets the first Tuesday of the month from 7-8PM, E213.No meetings in July or August. This is a laidback, easy-going group open to learning and sharing through exer-cise, diet and prayer. Contact Debbie Allen Wagner at796-2189.
Family Support GroupWednesdays at 6:30PM, July 13 and August 10 in the Con-ference Room. The group offers emotional and spiritualsupport for families who have a member abusing drugsor alcohol.
Adult ADD Support GroupTuesdays, July 12 & 26, 7-8:30PM in E213. St. Luke’s offerssupport for adults with ADD. For information call Mary Kather-ine at 846-3404 x365.
Jesse’s StreetMeets the 3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8PM in the Parlor.No meeting in July or August. For parents who have a child with a physical, mental or emotional disability. Register for child-care by contacting Sylvia Forbes. Leaders: Kevin & HillaryMcCarley, 850-1637.
NEW! Caring and SharingCaring and Sharing meets every Tuesday 7-8PM in C122. Thisis a casual get together for people of any 12-step programwho wish to grow spiritually. Contact Chuck and Kathy Millerat 871-4501.
Care CommitteeIf you know of someone, confined to their home or healthcare center, call Mary Katherine at 846-3404 x365. TheCare Committee makes monthly visits.
CHILDREN’S MUSICVocal and handbell groups are available for children of various ages. At least one Children’s Music group sings thesecond Sunday of each month in the Sanctuary at the 9:30and 11AM services. All groups sing at various services andprograms throughout the year, including the St. Luke’s Christ-mas Concert, the 3PM Christmas Eve Service, Palm Sundayand outreach programs. For information, contact DebraNethercott, Children’s Music Director, at [email protected] or 846-3404 x329, or visit www.stlukesumc.com.Rehearsals will begin in late August—watch for days/times inthe August Communion Monthly.
FELLOWSHIPElderberries EuchreThe Elderberries Euchre party will be Saturday, July 16 at 7PMin the Parlor. Please bring a snack to share. Contact AdraWheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404 with questions.
GRIEF MINISTRIES(H.U.G.S.)—Healing Under Grief Support. When we lose aloved one, our highly competitive society often values the“quick fix” to keep up the frenzied pace and urges us to “getover it and move on.” However, in order to journey throughthe grief process with grace and healthy functioning, humanbeings need to take time to learn about grief and the factorsthat complicate our natural responses. It is important to findmeaning in loss and to find connection with others who arewalking the same journey.
Dad’s Grief Group for Loss of a ChildMeets Tuesday mornings for breakfast at 7AM at the Hilton Indianapolis North Hotel, 8181 N. Shadeland Ave. SECONDLOCATION/DAY: Thursdays, 7AM at Denny’s (I-65/GreenwoodExit). For more information call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson,846-3404 x315.
HOPEFor pregnancy loss or loss of a baby. Meets the 2nd Tuesdayof each month at 7PM, Spiritual Life Center. Call Rev. MarshaHutchinson, 846-3404 x315 or Jim & Marci Harenberg,705-0771. ••• We are now taking orders for family nameplaques to be placed in the HOPE Memorial Garden.
Mom's Group following the Loss of a Young Adult ChildCall Rev. Marsha Hutchinson for more information at 846-3404 x315.
HUGS Group (for fellowship and support following the lossof a husband, wife or significant other) Meets Sundays, 2-4PM in the Parlor. The group goes out for light supper fol-lowing the meeting (optional). Call Rev. Marsha Hutchinsonfor details at 846-3404 x315.
FootprintsAn opportunity for lay people who would like to become amentor to someone who is recently bereaved. For informationcall Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x 315.
MUSIC MINISTRIES CHANCEL CHOIR, rehearses Thursdays 7:30-9PM in E200.New members welcomed periodically throughout the season.Contact Member Chair Carol Tully ([email protected]) orDirector Mark Squire at [email protected].
JOYFUL SOUND, rehearses Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM in E208,singing 8:15AM service twice a month. Contact DirectorCharles Manning at [email protected].
TAIZE MUSICAL COMMUNITY. Small vocal and in-strumental ensemble serving at monthly Taize service(5-5:45PM), rehearses one hour before each service.Contact Music Director Mark Squire at [email protected].
ST. LUKE'S ORCHESTRA. Under the direction of BobZehr, the Orchestra plays the third Sunday of everymonth at all three morning Sanctuary services, September through June. Rehearsals are Thursdays,7:15-9PM. Contact Margaret Spilker at [email protected] for more information.
WESLEYAN RINGERS. Advanced ringers rehearseweekly on Wednesday, 6:30–8PM. Contact DirectorMike Keller at [email protected], for information.
JOYFUL RHYTHMS. An intergenerational handbell ensemble with flair! Rehearses Mondays, 6-7:15PM.For more information, contact Director Marsha Coynerat [email protected].
SINGLES Singles Sunday Morning GatheringJoin us each Sunday morning at 11AM in E107/109 forour Singles small group, The Gathering. Singles 40and up meet together to learn more about the scrip-ture, study spiritual books, share stories, and journeythrough life together. This class is led by Sandy Har-lan, Associate Director of Clergy Services for the Indi-ana Conference of the United Methodist Church.
Sunday Lunch BunchEvery Sunday, 12:30PM. Feel free to join us at these lo-cations on the below dates for some fun, food, andfantastic times!
JULY 3: Binkley’s (College Ave.)JULY 10: Chili’s (82nd St.)JULY 17: McAlister’s Deli (N. Meridian)JULY 24: O’Charley’s (Glendale Shopping Center)JULY 31: Hotcakes Emporium (86th and Ditch)
Sunday Night SinglesJoin Singles before, during and after the [email protected]’s worship services (Sundays, 6PM in RobertsonChapel). Contact Chris Thornsberry, Associate Directorof Adult Education at thornsberryc@ stlukesumc.com,or Dr. Marion Miller at [email protected].
AFTER Later@St. Luke’sFun Filled Activities (2nd and 4th Sundays). JULY 10: Rusty Bucket (86th St.)JULY 24: Granite City (96th and Meridian)
Singles Café Join other singles every Wednesday evening for dinners,guest speakers, movies and pitch-ins. We usually meeteach Wednesday in the Parlor from 7-9PM. Doors openfor coffee at 7, the presentation begins at 7:30, andafterwards we have dinner or appetizers at Applebee’son 86th and Ditch Road. During July we’ll be offering“Destinations” Workshops on Wednesday nights.Check out the calendar on the Singles Ministry web-page, or pick up a calendar outside the Singles office.
Hiking GroupEvery Saturday morning at Eagle Creek (weather per-mitting), singles meet to hike at 10AM in the parking lotat 56th and Reed Road across from the Colts TrainingCenter. No experience necessary, just a love of the out-doors. Hosted by David Kincaid. For more information,email David at [email protected].
Movie and Dinner NightJoin Gary Pratt every third Friday at the movies. We’llmeet at a local theater at 6:30PM, take in a movie,then head to a restaurant for dinner and discussion.For more information, email Chris at [email protected]. This month we’ll be meeting atCastleton AMC.
Singles Euchre SocialJoin us the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month forour Singles Euchre Social. We meet in N101/102 at6:30PM for light snacks, euchre, and lots of fun!Prizes are given away to the top hands. $3 admissionfor this evening. For more information, please contactChris Thornsberry at [email protected].
VolleyballVolleyball meets every Wednesday at 6:30PM, and Fri-day at 6:30PM in the Great Hall. The cost to play is $2.For info, email Tim Adams at [email protected].
ToastmastersTuesdays, 7-8:30PM in N101/102. For more than 84years Toastmasters International has offered effectiveways to improve communication and leadership skills.Guests attend for free. For info, call Cathy Baker at334-7821, or visit www.stlukessinglestoastmasters.org.
New Life CircleThis group of single, divorced and widowed women ofall ages meets one evening a month for a time of fellowship and informative, fun programs! See infor-mation about New Life Circle in the United MethodistWomen section.
SPORTSSt. Luke's Men's Basketball Open GymFor adult basketball enthusiasts (16+) who are looking toplay friendly pick-up games on Thursday nights from 7:30-9:30PM in the Great Hall. Weekly emails are sent out to con-firm players for the week. Please contact Chris Lemming at595-8545 or email chris.lemming @anthem.com for moreinformation.
VolleyballThis coed sport plays on Monday evenings in the Great Hall September-April. Players of all ages and abilities arewelcome. Play is competitive but friendly—no spiking orover-hand serves. For more information contact Brent Scottat 875-9382 or [email protected]. Cost is $20/player.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES reFresh—ON SUMMER HIATUSMeets every Sunday at 11AM in the Spiritual Life Center. Jour-ney together in a time of studying our faith, spirituality, theBible and how these things apply to our everyday lives.Whether single, dating or married, join us!
reNew—ON SUMMER HIATUSMeets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7PM in Luke’s Lodge. Eat somesnacks, talk about life, faith, spirituality, other topics andhow they affect our everyday lives as young adults. Whetheryou’re single, dating or married, we’d love to have you.
YOUTH MINISTRIESWe invite students 6th-12th grade to join us on Sundaymornings and Sunday nights. We offer a wide range of en-vironments to connect with students.
For information or event registration, stop by Luke's Lodge (the youth building in the NE corner of church parking lot), visitwww.stlukesumc.com/ministries/youth, or contact:
Kevin Davis, Director of Youth Ministry [email protected]; 846-3404 x326
Stephanie Eft, Associate Director of Youth [email protected]; 846-3404 x369
Ryan McGee, Associate Director of Youth [email protected]; 846-3404 x346
WEEKLY JR.HIGH OFFERINGS (6-8th grade)
Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM at the Lodge. WIRED is our time forstudents in 6th-8th grade to connect to each other and toGod. We want all students to feel welcome and encouragethem to bring their friends! The mornings will introduce theday's topic focus around large group time, big music, bigteaching and big fun.
WIRED does continue throughout the summerexcept for special occasions. Please check our weekly sched-ule to confirm youth meetings in the summer. For more information, please check www.stlukesumc.com/youth.
JULY 3: No WIRED, due to July 4th WeekendJULY 10 & 17: “Poverty” part 1 & 2JULY 24 & 31: “Bullying” part 1 & 2
Sundays, 6-7:30PM at the Lodge. AMPED is atime for 6th-8th grade students to focus in small groups.AMPED does not meet May 29-August 7. AMPED is the Sundayevening time for students 6th-8th grade; the focus is aroundsmall groups. In the morning, students get introduced to thetopic and connected at WIRED. Then in the evening, students dig into the topic even more within their smallgroups. Students experience a time of games in our activi-ties, music, a short teaching, and small groups based on gender and grade.
WEEKLY SR.HIGH OFFERINGS (9-12th grade)
Wake Up with Starbucks at the Lodge Sundays, 9:30-10:30AM. Our usual Sunday morning optionschange for the summer and our evening options take a breakthroughout the summer. Evening options will begin again onSunday, August 14. Summer mornings are more laidbackand discussion-based.
This summer, our Sr. High will have a Sunday morning dis-cussion group at the Lodge from 9:30-10:30AM (during the9:30 church service) called Sunday at the Cinema. Thisgroup will be led by an array of Sr. High youth ministry lead-ers with Stephanie Eft as the point person. It will begin eachweek with a look at clips and passages from popular moviesand books and end with a discussion about what we canlearn and apply to life and faith from what we’ve seen. Allrising and graduated 9-12th grade students are invited tojoin us!
