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St. Luke’s will welcome the Africa University Choir to worship on June 9. Wehave had a long history of supporting AU through the years. Ten yearsago, St. Luke’s funded a dormitory on the AU campus. Since then, St. Luke's continues to be the greatest giving congregation in Indiana tothe University. We are excited to have the choir join us for worship, fea-turing students from various African countries.

As part of their U.S. tour, the choir is serving as ambassadors for the University as they lay the foundation for a successful campaign to raisefunds for AU to endow a faculty chair in Agriculture and to endow severalstudent scholarships. On June 9, we will take a special offering to helpachieve this goal. We look forward to a blessed morning of worship withthe Africa University Choir.

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St. Luke's partnership with Fox Hill Elementary Schoolhas made us aware of the great need for school suppliesand support services by students in the surrounding Wash-ington Township schools, not just Fox Hill. Seventy-fivepercent of the students in the four Washington Townshipelementary schools closest to St. Luke’s qualify for freeor reduced lunch. That is over 2,000 students in the areasurrounding the church.

In an effort to address this need, St. Luke’s will be hostinga “Back to School Extravaganza” on August 4. This eventwill provide schools supplies, clothing, food and otherservices to children in need. The goal is to provide a one-stop shop where these families can find many of the itemsthey need to get the school year off to a great start. Chil-dren get a huge boost to their self esteem when arriving at school the firstday with a backpack full of supplies as opposed to being handed suppliesby a counselor once they arrive. The kids in Washington Township are notsupported by any of the other fundraising/school supply drives in the city.

This is a large undertaking to collect schools supplies for over 2,000 students. So for our Summer Outreach project, we will "Stuff a Bus" in July! A Washington Township bus will be here to collect all the school suppliesneeded for the students. You can get involved by picking up a tag on Sundaymorning starting June 16 (or in the church office) for one of the 2000 stu-dents who will not have a backpack to start school. If you work for a businessthat would like to participate, please let us know and we will bring the busto you! Questions? Contact Buffy Perkins at [email protected] orJamalyn Peigh Williamson at [email protected].

Stuff a Bus Summer Outreach Effort

CAR WASHOn the morning of Sunday, June 16teens from our Youth Ministry will run aCar Wash at St. Luke’s to benefit the PeruMission Trip. Teens and adult leaderswill be washing cars for ANY donation.

You can drive your car through a washingstation OR park it in the “wash while Iworship” section to have it washed whileyou go to the church service! We hope tosee you and your wheels on June 16.

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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 June through mid-July 2013.

The deadlines for submitting announcements for the 2013 COMMUNION MONTHLY:

June 10 for July issue (publishes 6/30)July 8 for August issue (publishes 7/28)

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

and transforming the world into a

compassionate, just, inclusive, Christ-like community.

ALL CHURCH

Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide

Outreach Ministries, UMW, the Spiritual Life Center andseveral book study groups have come together to presentthis Half the Sky series. Events based on the book and doc-umentary by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, willbe offered. The format for each evening will include a show-ing of a portion of the Half the Sky documentary, a dynamicspeaker, an ethnic dinner catered by a local small business,ethnic music, a Global Market Place, fellowship with a mul-ticultural audience and a helpful list of action steps.

Registration, music and Global Market Place at 6PM, optionaldinner at 6:30PM. Dinner registration required ($10) atwww.stlukesumc.com. Program takes place from 7:15-8:30PMin Robertson Chapel.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5: “Education” featuring Ellen Daniels-Howell, Kenya UMOJA Project and Marsha Reynolds,Washington Township Schools

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11: “Sex Trafficking” featuring Sarah Hurley, Kristy's House and Linda Rendleman, Women Like Us Foundation

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2: “Maternal Mortality” featuring Dr. Mercy Obeime, Franciscan St. Francis Health

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6: “ Economic Empowerment” featuring Tom Haitt and Jennifer Pope Baker, Grameen Bank, Indiana. Spirit & Place 2013 Festival offering.

Free childcare is available by registering one week in advance with Sandra Pirkle, [email protected].


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A Disciple’s PathSundays, June 2–July 7, 9:30-10:30AM in E105. Haveyou ever wondered what your next step could bewith regard to your faith journey? Deciding to takethe next step along the discipleship path can raiseseveral questions. What does it mean to followJesus? To be Christ-like? What does this meanwithin the United Methodist tradition? What arespecific practices that I can use to help me grow?How can I become comfortable sharing my faithwith others? What are spiritual gifts? Which ones doI possess? How can I use them to make a differencewithin St. Luke’s or Indianapolis or places aroundthe world where St. Luke’s is at work?

With members of the Conversations Around the ScriptureSunday morning class, gain insights and share thoughtsthat can help all participants grow deeper with regard tothe essentials of Christian living in today’s society. Utilizea daily workbook and companion reader entitled A Disci-ple’s Path. Materials can be purchased in Oasis. Facilitatedby Craig Overmyer, St. Luke’s member.

Beginning Prayer ClassWednesdays, July 10-31, Noon-1PM inN101/102. This class will help youlearn how to take a few minutes a dayto be quiet and find rest in God. Wewill watch a short DVD which featureshighly respected authors to learn howsilent, reflective prayer can be a wayto receiving God’s guidance. We willdiscuss our thoughts and practicesilent prayer together. You do not needto know anything about prayer tocome. You will not be put on the spot.Each participant will need the bookBe Still and Know, available in OasisBookstore or at the first class. Facili-tated by Susan Fuquay. Register atwww.stlukesumc.com under adultministries.

ADULT EDUCATION To pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact the church office 846-3404.Oasis = Oasis Bookstore and Gift Shop located inside St. Luke’s.

St. Luke's is Global Leadership Summit PartnerSt. Luke's will be a partnering church with the Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit heldin multiple sites across the country this August 8 & 9. The local site will be at Grace Com-munity Church in Noblesville. Our partnership allows us a reduced registration fee of $99for the two-day leadership packed experience until June 25. Please contact Kathy Alexanderat [email protected] or 846-3404 x345 for the registration link and partner codefor the reduced fee. This year’s speakers include Colin Powell, Mark Burnett, Brené Brown,Patrick Lencioni, Andy Stanley, Henry Cloud and others.

Disciple Bible Study - FALL 2013 CLASS INFORMATION AND REGISTRATIONDisciple Bible study is a life-transforming over-view of the Bible. The Fast Track version runs12 weeks for the Old Testament, and an additional 12 weeks for the New Testament. No Bibleknowledge is needed. A strong commitment to reading the Bible daily or listening to the Bibleon audio CDs is needed. At the end of this class you will understand the whole story of theBible and how it fits together, grow in your faith, and have new friends.

St. Luke’s will be offering Disciple I, Disciple I Fast Track (both Old and New Testaments), Dis-ciple I Online, Disciple II, III and IV classes—all beginning in late August. There will be a largeselection of times and classes available including small groups in homes, groups at St. Luke’s, options with childcare, and breaks for holidays. Watch for information in the West Passage onSundays, and online at www.stlukesumc.com/adultministries. Plan ahead to help us reach ourgoal of 500 in Disciple next fall. This may be just what you are looking for!


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May at The TrackThis summer we’re heading back to Base Camp where we’lllearn from the life of Jesus, his teachings, and his example.These are the basics: Wisdom—I need to make the wisechoice; Faith—I can trust God no matter what; Friendship—Ishould treat others the way I want to be treated. When we return to these ideas, we can begin to discover what God isdoing in us to change the world around us.

The monthly memory verse is: “And Jesus grew in wisdomand stature and in favor with God and men.” (LUKE 2:52,NIrV) When we respond to God, we will see ourselves develop in wisdom, faith and friendship.

May at the Mini-TrackThe theme for June at the Mini-Track is “Made by God.”God made everything. Everything! Pretty exciting, isn’t it?It’s that excitement, wonder and awe that we want to sharewith our preschoolers this month. Each week they will hearabout another part of creation. The memory verse is, “Godcreated the heavens and the earth.” (GENESIS 1:1)

“Take Five”A great deal of reflection and discussion among St. Luke'sChildren's Ministry team is spent on ways to better connectto the parents in our church. We want to take every oppor-tunity to not only inform you of what your children are learn-ing, but also to encourage you in your role of spiritualleaders in your homes. At the same time, we know whatbusy lives you lead and we want to be very respectful ofyour time. Therefore, we've created "Take Five," a midweekblog which will only take around five minutes to read. Theblog, delivered via email around lunchtime on Tuesdays,will be a concise reflection of how you can help your childconnect Sunday morning's virtues to what happens in theirlife the rest of the week and beyond. If you're a parent inour email database, you'll automatically begin receiving theTake Five blog. If you're not currently receiving emails from Children's Ministry and would like to subscribe to ei-ther Take Five or the Track Parent Newsletter, please email [email protected]

St. Luke’s Family Night at Victory FieldOn Saturday night, June 22, join with other St. Luke's fam-ilies in cheering on the Indians at Victory Field! We'll besitting out in the lawn; reserve your spot by contacting Daveat [email protected]. Game time is 7:05PM,but come early to take advantage of Signature Saturday—an autograph session and entertainment featuring MadChad will be available at the game. Autographs will takeplace from 6-8PM, limit one autograph per person.

Discount Holiday World TicketsPlanning a trip to Holiday World this summer? Considergoing between June 28 and July 16 and get discountedtickets and support the District Church Camp in SantaClaus, Indiana. Tickets are $34 each, which is a savings of$11 a ticket. Holiday World then donates $5 a ticket to thecampground. If interested, contact Jennifer Hampton at317-758-5199 or [email protected].

Register Now for SpringHill Day Camp at St. Luke'sJuly 8-12, 9AM-4PM. If your child has completed Kinder-garten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th grade this summer, then theyare in for an amazing adventure! St. Luke's is partneringwith SpringHill (www.springhillcamps.com) for five full daysof fun! From the Climbing Wall to the Flying Squirrel or SixSquare to wild water games or stretching their creativitythrough cool crafts—they’ll have more fun than they canimagine, while making great friends and learning a fewthings about God and themselves.

Cost to attend is $159/camper. Registration is availablethrough http://springhillcamps.com/IN/daycamp/. Pleasecontact Amy Myhand at [email protected] withany questions.

Summer Splash 2013—Kingdom RockJuly 22-26, 9AM-Noon. This July, SummerSplash will transform St. Luke's into amighty majestic castle where kids will learnto stand strong for God! At Summer Splash

2013, we'll learn that God’s victorious power isn’t a fairytale—and it will change kids' lives forever. Each day atSummer Splash, kids move through activity stations withtheir Kingdom Crews (small groups). Every station is inten-tionally designed to reinforce the daily Bible Point in ahands-on, interactive way that keeps kids engaged.

Three year olds through those now completing 3rd grademay register as a student. Upper elementary students whoare now completing 4th and 5th grades may register to par-ticipate in Rock Solid Day Camp—a newly designed option just for older students.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW—both online and in person Sun-day mornings. Questions? Contact the Summer Splash directors at [email protected] or 317-846-3404 x328.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIESThe Track’s vision is to help children discover God’s love, celebrate families,live out the teachings of Jesus every day and share God’s love with others.


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SUMMER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Sunday Mornings: June 2-August 11The Track keeps on running right through the summermonths for both preschool and elementary children, but welike to give our school-year volunteers a break. We’re look-ing for enthusiastic, energetic adults or older youth to helpthe summer run smoothly. Volunteering in the summer isan easy way to “test drive” serving in Children’s Ministries.Please consider a short-term commitment that could betailored to your availability. There are classroom and hospi-tality opportunities available at both the 9:30 and 11AM services. To learn more, please contact thetrack@ stluke-sumc.com. You can see the available slots and sign up atwww.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/volunteer.

SpringHill Day Camp: July 8-12There are several opportunities to volunteer and supportour first ever SpringHill day camp experience here at St.Luke’s. Although SpringHill is staffing the week, there arestill opportunities to join in the fun by helping with regis-tration for a few hours on Monday morning, providing mealsfor camp staff and possibly even housing out-of-town coun-selors. There are also opportunities to serve as a “Counselorin Training” for youth 15 years and older. Please contactAmy Myhand at [email protected] for more infor-mation or to volunteer in any of these roles.

Summer Splash: July 22-26Our goal is to grow Summer Splash to record numbers thisyear! But we can only do that with your help. We needaround 200 adult and youth volunteers to make SummerSplash an unforgettable experience for kids. Jr. High and Sr.High youth may volunteer as youth assistants. And anyadult may volunteer in a number of different ways. Lovehelping kids discover God’s love for them? Want to workbehind the scenes to create an unforgettable environment?No matter your area of expertise or availability, there is aplace for you at Summer Splash! To read descriptions ofjob opportunities and to register as a volunteer, visit theSummer Programming page at www.stlukesumc.com

Not available the week of Summer Splash, but still wantto help? It takes a large amount of supplies to create anunforgettable week. Check out our Supply Donation List athttp://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D44AEAC2EA46-summer to see where you can help.

ElderberriesThe Elderberries monthly dinner will be held Thursday, June6, 5:30PM in Fellowship Hall. We ask that you bring a dishto share. A minimum donation of $3 is suggested to helpwith program costs. First-time attendees do not need tobring a dish. Please make reservations with Adra Wheelerat 253-4914 or 846-3404.

Our entertainment for the evening will be Carol & CompanyFlute/Piano Duo with Carol Dennis and Kelleen Strutz. We areprivileged to present such a talented duo. These two musicians are highly accomplished and have performed allover Indianapolis. Their program will include a mix of lightclassical, pop and show tunes sure to please. Please besure to attend this wonderful evening.

ReachOutReachOut is a welcoming and affirming GLBT outreach ministryof St. Luke’s UMC. For more information, contact ShannonJohnson at [email protected] or 317-677-4564. You canalso like us at www.facebook.com/ReachOut-Indy

Volunteers Needed for Circle City Pride Parade Unit and Exhibitor Table. Please contact ReachOut to discuss takinga brief shift to staff the ReachOut table at Circle City Prideexhibitor area and to joining the ReachOut motor unit inthe June 8 Circle City Pride Parade. We'll need all the walk-ers we can get and three or four vehicle riders to representReachOut during the parade. Find more information on theParade at http://www.circlecityinpride.org/festival/

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GREEN MINISTRIES

Imagine a place where God is seen and heard through expressions of move-ment, media, and music—come worship at Later@St. Luke’s on Sundayevenings at 6PM in Robertson Chapel. Hear contemporary Christian, gospeland jazz music featuring the Later Band and Vocals, along with a challengingand thought-provoking message. Holy Communion is served every Sunday,along with light refreshments before and after the worship service.

While Dr. Marion Miller is on her Clergy Renewal Sabbatical during this summer, Later@St. Luke’s is pleased to welcome guest pastors to lead each Sunday eveningservice. The schedule for June is:

JUNE 2: “Dailiness” with Pastor Dan Motto, retired pastor and member of St. Luke’sJUNE 9: “Ready, Stretch, Go” with Rev. Helen Hampfling, Pastor of First Christian

Church, BloomingtonJUNE 16: “A Fresh Thought About Multiculturalism” with Rev. Dr. L. Wayne Smith,

Senior Pastor, Abundant Harvest United Methodist Church, IndianapolisJUNE 23: “Restless Journey” with Rev. Brian Williams, North United Methodist

Church, IndianapolisJUNE 30: “These Things Are Spiritual” with Rev. Dr. Mary Alice Mulligan,

interim pastor, Westview Christian Church, Indianapolis

Eco-Habit of the Month All of us know more than we put into practice. Changing habits is hard. Supporting each other helps.So the Green Ministry has decided to feature an Eco-Habit of the Month. If we all practice it for amonth, we can change our behaviors and make a difference.

The Eco-Habit for June is “Visit a Farmers’ Market.” Eating Local is a popular summer adventure. Farm-ers’ Markets are available all over town. Meet the people who grow your food, buy something newand different, splurge on homemade pasta, taste honey made by local bees. Take the whole familyfor an outing, then come home and cook together. Who knew collard greens could taste so good!www.farmersmarketonline.com/fm/Indiana.htm. Stop by Mini Farmers' Market outside of St. Luke'sMain Doors on Sunday morning, June 9.

HEALTH MINISTRIES

Showing “Forks Over Knives” DocumentaryThis 2011 documentary examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of thedegenerative diseases that affect us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejectingour present menu of animal-based and processed foods. Features powerful researchdone by T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D from Cornell University and Caldwell Esselstyn,Jr., MD. Thursday, May 30, 6:30-8:30PM in the Parlor. Sponsored by the Health Ministry, Healing Partners and the Green Ministry. No fee or registration.


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MEMBER CARE

Stephen Ministry and Summer Time!Wow, here we are at June 2013, halfway through the year. Compassionate, loving and trainedStephen Ministers are here to help you. Do you feel as though your life is half full or halfempty? If you feel as though your life is half empty, please ask for a Stephen Minister. StephenMinisters serve in every season of the calendar and every season of your life! Come on andfill up with hope, joy and love by contacting Mary Katherine Schnitz at [email protected] or 846-3404 x365.

Have you thought of becoming a Stephen Minister? Applications are being accepted now forthe September class. Find an application at www.stlukesumc.com/ministries/membercare/stephen or pick one up on the information board in the West Passage. For more information,please contact Mary Katherine.

Dinner and a MovieEnjoy an evening of food, fun, fellowship and a movie hosted by the Committee onInclusion and Social Justice on Saturday, June 29 at 5:30PM in Fellowship Hall. Wewill watch the award-winning movie “The Help” and enjoy a pitch-in dinner of South-ern favorites. Fried chicken and beverages will be provided. We will also have an opportunity to discuss the issues raised in the movie.

To sign-up for the evening and to get suggestions of what to bring for the pitch-in,go to www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090D44AEAC2EA46-dinner or stop by the tablesin the West Passage on June 16 and 23.

LOCAL SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

COMING IN AUGUST: St. Luke’s & Habitat for Humanity BuildWe would like to thank everyone for their contributions toward the Westfieldhouse we will build for the Davis family of five. We have received $36,000 to-ward our $85,000 goal. Global Outreach has decided to honor the 100 worktrips that St. Luke’s member Ken Hollis took during his life by naming this theHollis House. Ken (pictured, right, at a Habitat build) was instrumental in gettingSt. Luke's involved in the first Habitat project many years ago. If you would liketo make a contribution in his memory, please send it to the office marked HollisHabitat. We plan to have our first panel build on August 3 during Servant Dayin the church parking lot. Sign ups will begin soon! Contact Todd Hockemeyerat [email protected] or 417-2860 or Jamalyn Peigh Williamson [email protected] or 846-3404 with questions.

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SAWsWe have made over 30 wheelchair ramps so far this year!This Outreach touches many different aspects of the metroarea, and we see results at the end of each Saturday'sbuilds. There are several aspects of this Outreach that youcan volunteer for:

• Telephone screeners call prospective clients and collect information so we can prioritize each referral.

• Surveyors go to prospective sites and design ramps for each individual residence.

• Prefabrication and loading trailers is done on Thursday mornings for the ramps planned for the upcoming Saturday.

• Installing/building is done mostly on Saturday mornings.

To volunteer or donate funds for materials, go to:www.SawsRamps.org. Visit our Facebook site to see rampswe have built, www.facebook.com/SAWsRamps and clickon the “Like” button to support our work. Contact Paul Snyder at 317-695-0585 or [email protected] if youhave questions.

SAVE THE DATE:AUGUST 3: Servant DayAUGUST 4: Back-to-School Extravaganza

NATIONAL WORK TRIPS

Midwest Mission Distribution Center, Chatham, ILDisaster relief workSeptember 29-October 4LEADER: Marge Butler, 257-6130, [email protected]: $200 (+transportation)

Midwest Mission Distribution Center is a mission relatedto the North Central Jurisdiction of the United MethodistChurch. Their mission is to compassionately help God’speople in need locally, nationally and around the world, andto offer a center to fulfill the call for service to our neigh-bors in Christ’s name. This work team will assist MDC intheir mission by working to pack disaster relief items andorganize the donations received to MMDC. Chatham, IL is3 1/2 hours west near Springfield. The team will stay indorm-like housing furnished by MMDC. For more informa-

tion, please go to www.midwestmissiondc.org.

To sign up for this work trip, please go towww.stlukesumc.com/outreach/national/where you can make trip payment and fillout the application. Direct questions toMarge Butler, contact information above.

Lotts Creek Community School, Hazard, KentuckyHome rehab, educational support and social services workAugust 18-August 23LEADER: Terry CollinsCOST: $100 (+transportation)

Lotts Creek Community School is the last of nearly 100“settlement schools” built in the Appalachian Mountainsin the early part of the 20th century. These schools werecreated to provide much-needed education where it wasunavailable. Not only did the settlement schools provideeducation, but also many social services for the region.Today, Lotts Creek is the only school still operating in thismanner. The services available include housing repairs,clothing, a food bank, and a medical assistance and wellness program at no cost to eligible members of thecommunity.

Our volunteers will assist in the many services the commu-nity offers. This trip is a good fit for a variety of passions.The team will reside in historic dormitories that oncehoused students. For more information about the ministry,check out http://www.lottscreek.org/service.html.

If you would like to sign up for this opportunity to serveplease go to www.stlukesumc.com/outreach/national. If youhave questions about the trip, please contact Terry Collinsat [email protected] 399-6098.

GLOBAL WORK TRIPSOnline registration at www.stlukesumc.com.

Caberet, Haiti—January 5-12, 2014Medical Mission TripLEADERS: Gary and Kay WallaCOST: $1200

Gary and Kay Walla have been working in Haiti for 12 years.During this time they helped St. Luke’s develop a relation-ship with Dr. Vladimir Roseau while he was in medicalschool. After graduation, Dr. Vlad has worked to serve thepeople of his country, Haiti. This trip is to assist Dr. Vladin his work with mobile clinic health care. Mobile clinicsare when a physician changes locations each day. All doc-tors and nurses are welcome to help bring health care tothe poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere. Not a doc-tor? Neither are the Wallas! But there are many supportroles available to help make a difference. Oh, and did wemention, there are hot showers?!

Please register with a $200 deposit at www.stlukesumc.com/outreach/global/to secure your spot. If you have anyquestions you may contact Gary or Kay at (317) 201-5900or [email protected].


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SOWERSThe Sowers of St Luke's volunteer their time and talent to tend the Sowers Garden outsidebetween the Parlor and the Great Hall. They are both novice and experienced gardeners.Anyone with an interest is welcome to join up! For more information please contact GailCorn at 843-1244.

Gardening with the SowersBring your work gloves and join the ladies, and occasionally men, who keep the Sower's gar-den ready for all to enjoy. Expect hands-on activity for any level of gardening skill or ability.June dates are Friday June 7 at 1PM or Monday, June 17 at 6PM. Contact Carolyn at [email protected] or 313-7990.


SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTERTo pre-register for a class, go to www.stlukesumc.com/getinvolved/classes, or contact the church office at 317-846-3404. 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.

Spiritual Life Center’s New BlogThe Spiritual Life Center now has a blog at slcblog.stluke-sumc.com. Watch for posts about trends in spiritual devel-opment, interesting spiritual journeys, new ideas, poetryand comments from Spiritual life Center classes andevents. If you would like to be a contributing writer, pleasecontact Betty Brandt at [email protected] or 846-3404 x339.

PRAYER AND MEDITATION

Meditation in Motion on the Daylily LabyrinthCombine this gentle, easy-to-do standing meditation prac-tice and the beauty of the labyrinth. Enhance your overallspiritual, mental and physical health, relieve stress, recoverfrom illness, lower blood pressure, increase circulation andreduce chronic pain. Taught by Amy Barr. Thursdays, June13 and July 11, 10:30-11:30AM. No registration, fee: $10/session. Luke’s Lodge Upstairs in case of rain or extremeheat. Daylily Labyrinth found in neighborhood north ofchurch property, access behind Luke’s Lodge.

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES AND RETREATS

Summer Book Group“flunking sainthood” is Jana Reiss’ vulnerablememoir about her year-long quest to become moresaintly by tackling 12 spiritual practices. It is astory of the quest for perfection and the reality of failure. Could the acceptance of failure be a spiritualpractice too? Join Betty Brandt for discussion and sharingon Mondays, June 17-July 15, Noon-1PM, Spiritual Life Center.If you wish, bring your lunch. Registration suggested, nofee. Book available in Oasis.

Writing Letters to the Editor or Articles for Faith+ValuesSpeak up about what is important to you. Submit an essayto the Faith + Values page of the Saturday Star. Contributean essay for the Spiritual Life Center blog. Learn how tocraft a letter/essay and build your confidence. Get hintsfrom a successful letter writer. Wednesdays, June 26, 7-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. No registration or fee.

LABYRINTH MINISTRY

Outdoor LabyrinthSummer means that the daylilies that edge the pathways ofthe outdoor labyrinth are in full bloom. Enjoy some contem-plative moments by walking around to the rear of Luke’sLodge, down the stairs and across the bridge to the neighbor-hood behind St. Luke’s campus. Record your blessings in a

journal inside box by labyrinth entrance. A picnic tablein the shade and nearby fountain offer peaceful

lunch time escape. Hints for labyrinth walk-ing available at www.stlukesumc.com.

Celebrate God’s Gift of SummerThe Central Indiana Labyrinth Coalitioninvites you to celebrate summer bymaking music and walking our “in-full-bloom” Daylily Labyrinth. Bring a lawn

chair and a music maker (drum, flute,tambourine, singing bowl) and bug spray.

Join us on the grassy area beside the laby-rinth. Friday, June 21, 7-8:30PM, no reservations

or fee. Daylily Labyrinth can be found be walking tothe rear of Luke’s Lodge (NE corner of back parking lot),down the steps, across the bridge into the neighborhood tothe north of St. Luke’s campus.


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Java Joe'sIt has been a great year at Java Joe's, and we thank you foryour coffee business which has helped fund many of ourministries. With Summer vacations, we are unable to staffevery Sunday, so we are opting to again close for the summer.Check back here in August for our first open date!

SLUMM GolfHow about you knock off work and join us for our golf outingon Friday, June 28? Nothing formal. Just a bunch of St.Luke’s United Methodist Men (SLUMMs) having fun hack-ing around the Eagle Creek Sycamore Golf Course. The round(including cart) costs $39, with tee times starting at noonthrough 12:30. We'll get drinks and dinner afterwards, andgolf is not required to come to that. RSVP to Sloan McCordat [email protected] if you can make it for eitherbecause space is limited. FORE!

WILDMAN ADVENTURES—Canoe AdventureOur next Wildman Adventure takes place on June 15. Allmen are invited to join the SLUMM and the Indiana Com-munity of New Warriors as we test our skill at navigating acanoe on the White River. Get out with your fellow man toaccess nature, experience reflective moments, and get awayfrom the distractions of life. We have reserved up to 30 canoes with the White River Canoe Company in Noblesville.We have arranged a two-three hour float with guides andinstruction for our group, so it is sure to be safe and funno matter your experience level. Cost is $21/person and wecan accommodate up to 60. It includes everything youneed to have a fun day on the river. Wear or bring anythingyou don't mind getting wet, and dress for the weather con-ditions for the day. White River Canoe Company will supplyeveryone with lifejackets, paddles, seat cushions, a shuttleup-river, and the canoe. Please sign up at www.wildmanad-ventures.eventbrite.com. Plan on arriving at the White RiverCanoe Company, 17180 River Road, Noblesville, by 9:30AM.

SPIRITUALITY AND THE ARTS

Studio 3 Tours Ai Wei Wei ExhibitStudio 3’S June field trip will be the IMA exhibit of con-temporary Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei. The docent-led tourwill provide much additional information about the artistand his situation that should increase appreciation of theexhibit. Meet at the IMA ticket booth on Thursday, June 13,11AM or carpool from St. Luke’s C122 at 10:30AM. Exhibitfee for non-IMA members. For information contact LindaEtherton at j.etherton1@ juno.com.

HEALING MINISTRY

Healing Partners Pilgrimage Healing Process TrainingIf you feel called to bring the healing power of God’s loveto others, you may be interested in joining our St. Luke’sHealing Ministry. You can be trained in this hands-on-healing modality on Saturday, June 15, 8:30AM-4PM, Spiri-tual Life Center. The training includes background of thePilgrimage Healing Process, learning the steps, being bothreceiver and giver and a discussion of your role as healer.Registration required. Fee of $150 includes training manual, DVD and lunch, deposit of $50 by June 10. Experiencing a healing session in preparation for the train-ing is required. Call 846-3404x442 to schedule a healingsession appointment. Contact Betty Brandt, [email protected], 846-3404x339, to express interest, askquestions or register.

UNITED METHODIST MENThe United Methodist Men is a brotherhood of men, sharpening one another, growing in faith, learning to serve."As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." (PROVERBS 27:17)

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

You Are Invited to Half the Sky SeriesUMW is working collaboratively with Outreach Ministries, the Spiritual Life Center and several St. Luke’s women’sbook study groups. Read more about this event on page 2. Please save the date of Wednesday, June 5 for thenext Half the Sky event. Free childcare is available by registering one week in advance with Sandra Pirkle([email protected]). The focus of United Methodist Women nationwide is addressing social issues facingwomen, children and youth locally and globally. Please become more aware and educated about these variousissues by taking time and attend this series. It will be a life-changing experience.


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Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home Special EventSt. Luke’s UMW and The Indiana United Methodist Chil-dren’s Home youth would like to invite you and your familyto an All Church Picnic and Open House on Sunday, June2, 4-6PM. IUMCH is located at 515 W. Camp Street inLebanon, Indiana. For more information on the home, contact them at 765-481-2145. Come enjoy hot dogs,brats, watermelon, chips, lemonade and ice cream. You areinvited to bring your favorite side dish for all to share. Toursof the beautiful new homes will be ongoing along with visitsto the school and chapel. The activity center will be openfor you and your family to enjoy ping pong, pool, air hockey,skeet ball, and other activities. Please bring chairs or ablanket for your family. Entertainment will also be provided.RSVP to Adra Wheeler at [email protected]

IUMCH has long been supported by St. Luke’s UnitedMethodist Women. Kick off summer with an old-fashionedpicnic and see the good work being done by this ministry.

UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS: Open to all women. Eve, Hannah, Mary Magdalene and SarahCircles do not meet in June, July and August. See you againin September!

New Life CircleAttention single women. . . It’s summer… time to get outand relax! Are you “game” for an evening of fun and fel-lowship? Join us on Saturday, June 22 at 6PM in the Parlorfor a night of fun and games and… pizza! (Please note thisspecial date and time change—from our usual Tuesdayevening to Saturday.) Come join the fun and bring awrapped White Elephant gift. Feel free to bring your favoriteboard game, card game, challenging trivia, charade topics,etc. Invite a friend and come prepared to laugh with othersingle ladies. For additional information, call Nancy at 341-5032 or email at [email protected] or Cathy at 334-7821. New Life Circle welcomes single, divorced, andwidowed women of all ages.

White Cross GuildWhite Cross Guild provides volunteers to participate in activities 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: June 10)to prepare gauze squares used in surgery (bring your lunch).Contact Marguerite Moehn (873-1956) or Barb Querry(879-0543).

JUNE YOUTH EVENTS

JUNE 4: King’s Island Trip

JUNE 16: Car Wash

JUNE 16-21: Benton Harbor high school mission trip

King’s IslandTuesday, June 4. Our annual King's Island trip for all studentsentering grades 6-12 and graduating seniors is almost here!The cost for this trip is only $45 and includes admissioninto the park and transportation. We will meet at the Lodgeat 7:30AM to check in, and we will return to the Lodge bymidnight. This is a great trip to invite friends to and meetother teens in a fun way!

High School Weekday Small GroupsWe currently have two weekday small group opportunitiesfor high school students. All high school girls are invitedto come to a small group on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30PM at Starbucks (Meridian and 96th). All high schoolguys are invited to come to a small group on Wednesdaysfrom 6-7PM at Buffalo Wild Wings at 2510 East 146th St.,Carmel. These groups are a great way to get to know eachother, have a place of respite during busy weeks, and dis-cuss your faith with peers. We hope your student will con-sider coming to check out a small group soon!

LOOKING AHEAD:JULY 19-31: High school mission trip to Peru

AUGUST 1-3: Local mission trip in Indianapolis

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!


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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 Terri Coe

Childcare Needs for Meetings/Events Kristi Chamberlain(charges may apply)

Member Care/Death/ Mary Katherine SchnitzStephen Ministry Request/Hospitalization

Membership/Births/Address/ Sylvia ForbesPhone Change

Reserve a Room/Request A/V Beth Lammersor Carol Helmus

Weddings/Special Event Coordination Carol Helmus

Baptisms Kristi Chamberlain

Pledge Balance/Information Finance Office

Oasis Bookstore Sharon Holyoak

WORSHIPSunday Worship Services with Rev. Rob Fuquay8:15, 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 third, fourth and fifth

Sundays of every month. Parents must attend anorientation class in order to sign their child up for baptism. See www.stlukesumc.com/resouce-center for details.

Family Fuel, First Sunday of each month. A fun, inter-active worship service for elementary-aged childrenand their families to experience together. Led by Rev.David Williamson.

Taizé, Third Sundays of each 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 comfort-able, 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: 10:30AM every Sunday;music provided by The Oak Hill Band. Rev. StanAbell, Campus Pastor. (Summer schedule begins 6/2.)

The following is a listing of essential info and on-going classes/events.

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Flo Hardy Bible Study (ON SUMMER HIATUS)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.

Sunrise Book Study Wednesdays, 7-8:30AM, Parlor. Start your day with friends,prayer, a good book, stimulating discussion and personal en-richment. Contact Betty Brandt at (317) 846-3404 or [email protected]. Current book is Pakistan on the Brink.

George Vickery Men’s Discussion GroupWednesdays, 9:30AM at Shapiro’s (in Carmel). Discuss cur-rent events or the latest book of interest you have read. Formore information, call Bob Waeltz at 872-0895.

Pastors’ Book Study (ON SUMMER HIATUS)Wednesdays, 10-11:30AM in the Parlor. Book discussions areled by a rotating group of pastors and leaders within thechurch. We welcome you to our fellowship to enjoy this re-laxed format, stimulating conversation and thought-provok-ing topics.

Tuesday Afternoon Women’s Spiritual Book StudyGroup meets weekly to discuss meaningful and sometimescontroversial books. Current book is God Is Not One byStephen Prothero. Every Tuesday, 1-2:30PM in the SpiritualLife Center. Contact is JoAnne Waeltz (317-872-0895).

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 and several other St. Luke’s lay members.

Thursday Afternoon Book Study Thursdays, 1-2:30PM, Parlor. Join this group to read and discuss a diverse selection of materials. June book is OliveKitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. July book is CondoleezzaRice: A Memoir of Extraordinary, Ordinary Family and Me.The group also enjoys lunches, watching movies, field tripsand celebrating birthdays. Class facilitator is Phyllis Bybee.For more information, please contact Sylvia Forbes at 846-3404 or [email protected].

New Earth CommunityThursdays, 7-8:30PM, Spiritual Life Center. This study discussesinnovative and challenging spiritual books. Contact JoAnneWaeltz, 872-0895, for more information.

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.

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. New knitters welcome. Contact Helen Vriesmanat 317-849-9417 or [email protected].

Studio 3 Art Ministry for Artists & DabblersAnyone interested in building an art community at St. Luke’sis welcome to come spend the day (or a portion of the day)with other artists. Bring your favorite medium and plan to goout for lunch. Occasional field trips and pitch-ins too. EveryThursday, 9AM-4PM in C122. For information, contact KarenPorter at [email protected].

St. Luke’s Writers’ Group Members of the group will be encouraged to discuss theirspecific interests and what’s important in their writing endeav-ors. Group members may bring a piece they are working on.Contact Donna Singleton at [email protected] information. 2nd Mondays, June 10, 6:30-8PM in E107/109.

SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES

Conversations Around the ScriptureSundays, 9:30–10:30AM in E105. Attending A Disciple’s Pathclass—see page 3 for info. Led by Gary Chambers, BrianEarnhart, and Craig Overmyer, St. Luke’s Members.

Empty-NestersSundays, 9:30-10:30AM, Parlor. Come join us for discussionson the books of Jonah and Ruth, led by class members.

Krista Tippett’s “Being” ShowIf you are a fan of Krista Tippett’s radio show that airs at7AM every Sunday morning on FM90.1, you will want to jointhe discussion of the show on Sunday mornings at 9:30AM inthe Spiritual Life Center. Krista interviews authors, spiritualleaders, storytellers, scientists, professors, political activistsand musicians. The discussions are as lively and interestingas the show. All are welcome and encouraged to listen to theshow prior to attending class. The show is available begin-ning the prior Thursday at www.onbeing.org.

ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTERNew participants welcome!



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New Perspectives on Sunday MorningSundays, 11AM-Noon, Parlor. 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.

BODY / MIND / SPIRIT

Healing Partners - Appointments AvailableStress, illness, grief or difficult life situations cancause imbalance in the body, mind and spirit. ThisHealing Process combines healing touch, relaxationand prayer to form a synergistic effect that can helpbring you back to balance and wholeness throughGod’s restorative healing power. These sessions re-energize and relax persons to enable their own naturalresources to deal with illness or injury. Process honorsall faith traditions. Call 317-846-3404x442 for a daytime or evening appointment. No fee, donationsappreciated.

Indoor Open Labyrinth Walk This prayer form is an alternative to seated meditationand offers an opportunity for quiet prayer and con-templation. You may want to bring prayer requests/celebrations to accompany you on your walk. Checkschedule by door for availability of N103/104 labyrinth.

Yoga for StressEnding with a 15-minute guided deep relaxation, thisclass will help you gain balance, strength and flexibil-ity in your body and peace and calm in your mind. Alllevels are welcome to join. A great way to start yourday. Mondays, 7:30-8:45AM and 9:30-10:45AM, andThursdays, 8:30-9:45AM, all classes in N101/102.8 Mondays, May 13-July 1, fee $96, and 7 Thursdays,May 16-June 27, fee $84. Join anytime. Walk-ins/$15. You can register and pay online, www.stlukes-umc.com. Next sessions begin on July 15 & 18.

“Pay What You Can” Happy YogaOpen to all, regardless of finances or yoga experience.Find your strength and happiness through poses,breath and meditation. Taught by Carol Holden. Mon-days and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30PM in N103/104. No reg-istration or fee; donations appreciated. Bring a matAND blanket.

Meditation in Motion Some people find sitting meditation difficult. Here isan opportunity to meditate and be in motion too. Enhance your overall spiritual, mental and physicalhealth, relieve stress, recover from illness, lower bloodpressure, increase blood circulation and reducechronic pain. Taught by Amy Barr. Thursdays, 10:30-11:30AM, Luke’s Lodge, upstairs. No registration; cost is$10/session. Childcare available upon request a weekin advance.

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.

Movement, Play and SpiritualityMovement: a spiritual practice, a path to clarity, a way to relax, a connection to others, a creativity enhancer,a window to the inner soul, a playful interlude. All thatis required from you is the willingness to move and listen to the wisdom of your body, your heart and theothers moving around and with you. This experientialclass will explore movement, play and spirituality froma variety of traditions including Gabrielle Roth’s 5Rhythms. Come ready to move and play with leaderAmy Barnes, Life Coach and Therapist. Adults 18 to108 are welcome. Every 2nd Sunday, June 9 and July14, 4-5:15PM in N103/104. Registration suggested, donations appreciated.

Find SLC On FacebookFor updated information about our pro-gramming, go to “St. Luke’s UMC – SpiritualLife Center.”

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIESFor Children’s Music information, please see the list-ing under Music Ministries on page 19.

Nursing Mothers Room Now AvailableFor the convenience of new mothers in our congrega-tion, we have a nursing room, located off the East Pas-sage, in room E126. It can be accessed directly fromthe East Passage or through the childcare nursery roomit adjoins. The room is equipped with rocking chairsand a television live-streaming the worship service inthe Sanctuary. It is open to all who need it on Sundaymornings. Please ask an usher if you need assistancelocating it.

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Find Your Place at The TrackWe’ve committed ourselves to rallying around and supportingour volunteers in new and exciting ways. One of our objec-tives is to create a multi-tiered system of volunteer opportu-nities to appeal to a variety of individuals. We’re designingour opportunities to meet not only the time and availabilityof our volunteers, but their spiritual gifts and talents as well.Is teaching or shepherding not your calling? Think beyondSunday morning! If you’re interested in joining our team tosupport our growth we will find a project that is right for you!Contact [email protected]

Check-In SystemWe are now utilizing a computerized check-in system (Check-Point) in Children's Ministries. Parents should register theirchildren in this system in The Track area (East Passage).There are computer kiosks located across from the pagerdesk in The Track, and staff available to assist you. Onceregistered, the printer will produce a name badge for eachchild as well as a corresponding badge for the parent to usewhen picking up their child(ren). Parents who are missingtheir name badges will only be allowed to pick up their chil-dren by obtaining permission of the children's ministry staff.Volunteers will not release a child without a badge. TheCheckPoint system will provide a greater level of organizationduring the check-in procedure, improvement in attendancedata, and an increase in the efficiency of our overall admin-istration. But most importantly, the automated system willheighten the overall security of children's ministry and in-crease parental confidence that each child is as safe as pos-sible while within the walls of St. Luke's UMC.

Commission on Children’s Ministries COCM is a group of individuals, diverse in age and talents,who support the Children’s Department by coordinating andorganizing four-six major events throughout the year thatserve and celebrate the children of St. Luke’s and their fam-ilies. The commission meets monthly to plan and prepare forupcoming events and also fellowship with each other andmembers of the Children’s Ministries team. If you’re lookingfor a way to support Children’s Ministries outside of Sundaymorning, we invite you to consider joining this commissionin 2013! For more information, please contact Amy Myhandat [email protected]

The Track RegistrationHave you registered your children for Sunday morning smallgroups? You can register them online at www.stlukesumc.com/children/sundaymorning. Questions? email us [email protected].

The Track: Facebook & TwitterYou can now "like" The Track on Facebook at St.Luke's UMC—The Track to get up-to-date informa-tion about everything happening in Children's Min-istries. You can also follow The Track on Twitter@StLukesTrack, or text to 40404 and type “follow@stlukestrack” to receive tweets as text messages.

PRESCHOOL & PDO

PreschoolClasses (9AM-1PM) for three- to five-year olds are offered in asafe and nurturing Christian environment. All teachers areexperienced, qualified, well-trained and strive to maintainstrong relationships with the children and their families. Pre-school offers a developmentally appropriate curriculumwhere children may grow socially, creatively, emotionally,cognitively and physically. Children must be 3 years old by9/1/2013 to enroll for the 2013-2014 school year.

Parents’ Day OutClasses (9AM-1PM) are offered for children ages 10 months tothree years. PDO was established to provide parents of youngchildren time for themselves on a regular basis. Children participate in structured play in a safe and nurturing Chris-tian environment. Opportunities are provided for children tolearn beginning social skills while having fun. Children mustbe 10 months by 9/1/2013 to enroll for the 2013-2014school year.

COMMUNICATIONSBecome a FanAre you on Facebook? If so, are you a fan of St. Luke’s? Be-come a fan today—simply log onto our website (www.stluke-sumc.com) and click the link on our home page to get to ourFacebook page. Then click the “Like” button—just one moreway to stay connected to everything St. Luke’s. We love tohear from you there too, but ask that you limit your postingsto church-related events and topics, please.

FELLOWSHIPElderberries A free movie at the Movie Buff Theatre will be Friday, June 21 at10AM. RSVP to Adra Wheeler, 253-4914. You must call Adrato get tickets. We are sorry the movie to be shown is not an-nounced in advance.

Our monthly Elderberries Euchre Party will be Saturday, June 15at 6:45PM in the Parlor. Please bring a snack to share. ContactAdra Wheeler at 253-4914 or 846-3404 with any questions.



ReachOutReachOut is a diverse and inclusive group within theSt. Luke’s United Methodist Church community offer-ing spiritual support and encouragement to GLBT per-sons. We strive to lead a life of service to others,achieve Christian maturity, and educate ourselves inmatters of faith. Social and recreational activities areprovided to promote an atmosphere where friendshipscan develop and a sense of acceptance and wholenessmay be experienced. All are welcome. If you havequestions about ReachOut, contact Mary KatherineSchnitz at [email protected].

THE GARDENPlanning on making a purchase through Amazon.com?Visit www.thegardenonline.org and click on the Ama-zon logo. By using that Amazon search tool, The Gar-den gets a percentage back from your purchaseswithout costing you an extra penny. It's that simple!

GREEN MINISTRYGreen Ministry Leadership TeamOur ministry leadership team meets the 2nd Wednes-day of each month. NEXT MEETING: June 12, 5:30-7PMin E212 and welcomes new people to the discussion.Contact Sharon Chambers at [email protected] or 317-578-7502, or just show up.

HEALTH MINISTRIESBlood Pressure ScreeningStop by C110 on Sunday, June 9, 9-11AM for a freeblood pressure screening. Please refrain from smok-ing or caffeine thirty minutes prior to your screening.Sponsored the second Sunday of every month by St.Luke’s Health Ministries.

LATER@ST. LUKE’SHispanic Ministry TeamIf you have an interest in serving, empowering, educating and working with the Latino community ofCentral Indiana, please contact us. The Hispanic Ministry Team is making progress and we would love to have you join us. For more information, contact Dr. Marion Miller at [email protected] or 846-3404 x340.

MEMBER CARE

Knitters NeededThe prayer shawl ministry would love to have somemore knitters. You are welcome to join them on Tues-days at 1PM in the church conference room. Or knit fromhome. For more information or details about the shawldimensions, please call Helen Vreisman at 439-6347.

Care CommitteeIf you know of someone, confined to their home orhealth care center, call Mary Katherine at 846-3404x365. The Care Committee makes monthly visits.

Membership CoffeeSt. Luke's encourages you to make a commitment tobecome part of our church family. Whether you've onlystarted attending recently, or if you've been coming foryears but never made your relationship with St. Luke's"official," we invite you to attend one of our Member-ship Coffees (tea, water and juice fans also welcome!).They are held the first Sunday of each month at 11AM inN101. Register online at www.stlukesumc.com or con-tact Sylvia Forbes at 846-3404 x343 or [email protected]. Childcare is available through plac-ing your child in our Sunday morning childcare orother worship/small group options. UPCOMING DATES:June 2 and August 4.

Stephen MinistryDuring this time of the year, life in general is peppier,flowers are perkier and days are sunnier. If nothing inyour life can relate to the previous sentence, letStephen Ministry offer you a healthy remedy! You willexperience pep, perkiness and sunshine in your lifeand affairs when you share quality time with yourtrained Stephen Minister. Use your mustard seed faithtoday and contact Mary Katherine Schnitz [email protected] or 846-3404x365 to startyour healing process!

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GRIEF & WHOLENESS MINISTRIES

H.U.G.S (Healing Under Group Support)This on-going group led by Rev. Marsha Hutchinson is for any-one who has lost a spouse or significant life partner. The groupmeets every Sunday in the Parlor at 2PM for fellowship, sharingand learning about the grief journey.

H.U.G.S. Parent GroupThis on-going group is for parents of young children living athome who have lost a spouse. Meets every Sunday, from 2-4PM in the parlor.

H.U.G.S. Dinner OutSunday afternoons can feel lonely for those who have lost aspouse. Come anytime for Sunday dinner out with others inthe group at 4PM, restaurant TBA.

HOPEFor any couple or single parent who has lost a baby to mis-carriage, fetal demise, stillbirth, or early infant death due togenetic issues, S.I.D.S, or any other. Meets the 2nd Tuesday ofeach month at 7PM in the Spiritual Life Center. For more infor-mation call Rev. Marsha Hutchinson, 846-3404 x315.

H.O.P.E. Memorial Garden A memorial garden located on the west side of St. Luke's forany perinatal or infant loss. Plaques may be ordered by fam-ilies to be engraved in memorial and mounted on brick gardenwall. For information contact Rev. Marsha Hutchinson (846-3404 x315) or Marci & Jim Harenberg (705-0771).

Dad's GroupFor any father who has lost a young adult child to illness, ac-cident, suicide, or other. The Dad's group meets every Tues-day at 7AM for light breakfast at the Hilton Indianapolis NorthHotel, 8181 N. Shadeland, and Thursdays at 7AM at Denny's atI-65 / Greenwood Exit.

Grief CounselingSometimes the pain of a significant loss needs the benefit oftime before the idea of group support feels right. If you, orsomeone you know in your family, workplace or neighborhoodwould benefit from a one-on-one session of grief counseling,contact Rev. Marsha Hutchinson at [email protected]. Wholeness and health is the goal of workingthrough loss; we hope no one considers doing it alone.

Grief Ministry MentorsIf you have experienced a loss and are not ready for groupsupport or individual counseling, but would like a supportivefriend to talk about your grief journey, Grief Ministry Mentorsmight be for you. Sometimes just a phone call makes all thedifference. There is no commitment or time table. Also, ifyou are someone who has gifts of compassion and empathyfor those going through loss, consider becoming a Grief Ministry Mentor. For more information, call Rev. MarshaHutchinson at 846-3404 x315.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Chronic Pain Support GroupMonday, June 17 at 6-7:30PM in N101/102. A support groupfor patients with all types of neuropathic and fibro-myalgiapain and for their families and friends. No registration is required. Questions? Contact Dr. Meg Frazer at 844-2903or margaret.L. [email protected].

Family Support GroupWednesday, June 12 at 6:30PM, in the Conference Room. Thisgroup offers emotional and spiritual support for families whohave a member abusing drugs or alcohol.

Adult ADD Support GroupThird Thursday, June 20, 7-8:30PM in W125. St. Luke’s offerssupport for adults with ADD. For more information call MaryKatherine at 846-3404 x365.

Jesse’s Street3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8PM in the Conference Room.Not meeting May-July. For parents who have a child with a phys-ical, mental or emotional disability. Register for childcare bycontacting Sylvia Forbes. Leaders: Kevin & Hillary McCarley,850-1637.

MUSIC MINISTRIES Chancel ChoirRehearses Thursdays 7:30-9PM in E200. New members wel-comed periodically throughout the season. Contact MemberChair Carol Tully at [email protected] or Director MarkSquire at [email protected].

New SongRehearses Tuesdays at 7:30PM. This women’s choral groupsings one Sunday morning a month. Membership by audi-tion. Contact Director, Cheryl West, at westc@ stluke-sumc.com or [email protected].

Taizé Musical Community Small vocal and instru-mental ensemble serving at monthlyTaize service (5-5:45PM), rehearses one hour before eachservice. Contact Music Director Mark Squire at [email protected].

St. Luke's OrchestraUnder the direction of Bob Zehr, the Orchestra plays the thirdSunday of every month at all three morning Sanctuary serv-ices, September through June. Rehear-sals are Thursdays,7:15-9PM. Contact Margaret Spilker at [email protected] more information.



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Joyful SoundRehearses Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM in E208, singing at the8:15AM service twice a month. Contact Director CharlesManning at [email protected].

Wesleyan RingersAdvanced ringers rehearse weekly on Wednesday, 6:30-8PM. Contact Director Mike Keller at [email protected] for more information.

Joyful RhythmsAn intergenerational handbell ensemble with flair! Rehearses Mondays, 6-7:15PM. For information, contactDirector Marsha Coyner at [email protected].

CHILDREN’S MUSICChildren’s Music is on hiatus in June and July. Rehearsalswill resume in August. CONTACT: Debra Nethercott, Chil-dren’s Music Director, at [email protected] 846-3404 x329. All groups rehearse in E208 and/orE207, 2nd floor, East Wing.

OUTREACH MINISTRIESFletcher Place Community CenterFletcher Place is located on the southeast side of down-town Indy. Each month St. Luke’s volunteers help servebreakfast and dinner to the community. Breakfast datesare June 11, 13, 21 & 25 and July 9, 11, 19 & 30. Volun-teers, as well as, donations of food, paper goods or cashare needed. Contact Joe Kenny at 317-876-0645 [email protected] or Don Cochran at 317-441-5658 formore information. Dinner volunteers are needed to cook,transport and serve meals June 17 & 26 and July 15 & 24.Sign up on the bulletin board next to the UMM’s Sun-day morning coffee station, or call Kay Horton at 317-253-9833 for more information.

Requests for food at Fletcher Place have increased sig-nificantly and current supplies are very low. The FoodPantry needs donations of oats, pasta, canned vegetablesand fruits (low in sodium and sugar). Bulk quantities areacceptable and appreciated. Food donations can beplaced in the drop boxes in the West Passage. Pleasewrite Fletcher Place on the bags or boxes of items beingdonated.

Did you know that Fletcher Place also has a thrift storethat accepts donations? Anything you might take to Good-will can also be donated to FP. All donations may bebrought to the St. Luke’s main office and we will trans-port them downtown. The following items are needed

at this time: Infant, children and teen clothing, men’sand women’s suits, undergarments for all ages, men’sclothing, bedding, towels and men’s and women’s win-ter coats. Volunteers are also needed in the thrift storeand to help teach GED preparation classes. If you areinterested, contact Don Cochran at 317-441-5658.

Outreach, Inc. Outreach, Inc. serves homeless and at-risk youth in the Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Over 400 home-less and at-risk youth have been served since January2012. Employ-ment, housing and transportation are thethree biggest obstacles for the youth served. Outreach,Inc. is in need of donations to purchase Indy Go Bus passesfor the youth to go to job interviews, work, doctor ap-pointments, school and the grocery store. Make yourdonations to St. Luke’s UMC and on the memo linewrite OUTREACH, INC. Please contact Jackie Reed@[email protected] or 317-332-6550 for more information.

Refugee Assistance MinistryRefugees have come to our city at the invitation of theUS government and Indianapolis. They are eligible towork and live here permanently. The Refugee AssistanceMinistry (RAM) needs donations of kitchen items, furni-ture, mattresses and coats. Please contact CathyKennedy at 418-5869 or [email protected].

SINGLES Sunday Lunch BunchEvery Sunday, 12:30PM. Feel free to join us at these lo-cations on the below dates for some fun, food, and fan-tastic times! For more information, please contactArmen at aa737us@ yahoo.com or 298-8913.

JUNE 2: McAlister's Deli—96th/MeridianJUNE 9: Bravo Italian Kitchen—86th/Township Line Rd.JUNE 16: Paradise Café—96th/MeridianJUNE 23: MCL Cafeteria—86th near Ditch Rd.JUNE 30: PF Chang's—Keystone at the Crossing

Bible Study OpportunitySingles Sunday Class—Sundays, 11AM in E105.GROUP LEADER: Rev. Sandy Harlan at revsandy@sbc-global. net. Currently studying Dr. Amy Jill Levine’s videoseries on the Old Testament. New members welcome.

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Singles Ballroom Dance Lessons (ON SUMMER HIATUS)Dance instructor Olga Cansino will lead both a beginner andan intermediate level class. No pro-rated classes. Pay onlinein advance or with check/cash the night of class. No child-care provided.

Fork, Knife, & GlassFork, Knife, & Glass is a community group here at St. Luke’sfor anyone who is single who would like to have dinner thethird Wednesday of each month (except holidays) at 6:30PMat a local restaurant and enjoy conversations and laughs withother singles. Hosted by Armen Avakian. Our next event willbe Wednesday, June 19, 6:30PM at Binkley’s at College &Kessler. To RSVP, email Armen at [email protected] orRSVP on Meetup.com.

ToastmastersMeets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7-8:30PM in N101/102. Formore than 84 years Toastmasters International has offered ef-fective ways to improve communication and leadership skills.Guests attend for free. For information, call Cathy Baker at334-7821, or visit www.stlukessinglestoastmasters.org.

VolleyballVolleyball meets every Wednesday at 6:30PM, and Friday at6:30PM in the Great Hall. See the monthly schedule atwww.stlukesumc.com/singles. The cost to play is $2. For info,email Tim Adams at [email protected].

Hiking GroupEvery Saturday morning at Eagle Creek (weather permitting),singles meet to hike at 10AM in the parking lot at 56th andReed Road across from the Colts Training Center. No expe-rience necessary, just a love of the outdoors. Hosted by DavidKincaid. For information, please email David at [email protected].

SPORTSSt. Luke's Men's Basketball Open GymFor adult basketball enthusiasts (16+) who are looking toplay friendly pick-up games on Tuesday nights from 7:30-9:30PM in the Great Hall. Weekly emails are sent to confirmplayers for the week. Contact Chris Lemming at 595-8545 oremail [email protected].

UNITED METHODIST MENMonthly BreakfastAll men are invited to the UMM breakfast on June 1. Join usat 8AM in Fellowship Hall for a hearty breakfast and to learnmore on this month's topic of fly fishing. Whether you are aweekend warrior or a die-hard trout bum, you will enjoy ourspeaker Jeff Conrad. Jeff is a veteran flyfisher with a diversebackground in coldwater, warmwater and saltwater flyfish-ing. Jeff will give instruction to the basics of flycasting, dis-cuss different types of flies, equipment, and provide a historyof the sport. You will also have an opportunity to go out onthe lawn to practice casting and get personal instruction. •••Due to the July 4 holiday, our July breakfast will take placeon Saturday, June 29, 8AM in Fellowship Hall. Our speaker forthis breakfast is Ken Beckley, who will talk about the inspi-ration and process of writing a novel. RSVP to Mike Elkin [email protected] or 317-213-1112 for both events.

Grace ContinuesThis program is to provide ongoing support for divorced dadswho have completed the six-week “A Father’s Grace” course.Meets on Tuesday evenings from 5-6PM in the Spiritual LifeCenter. Questions? Contact Rev. David Williamson [email protected].

Theology Unplugged Monthly FellowshipMeet new friends and catch up with old ones during ourmonthly fellowship on Wednesday, June 19 at 8:30PM. Thisevening is a place for men to gather and share about life andfaith in a relaxed atmosphere. We meet at the Rusty Bucketjust east of Ditch Rd. (1130 West 86th St.) in the Brickyardroom. Please contact David Gard ([email protected] or501-8828) if you can make it. Or just show up five minuteslate. It's cool. French onion soup highly recommended, butnot required.

UNITED METHODIST WOMENUMW Reading GroupThe names Elizabeth Eckford and Hazel Bryan Massery maynot be well known, but the image of them from September1957 surely is: a black high school girl, dressed in white,walking stoically in front of Little Rock Central High School,and a white girl standing directly behind her, face twisted inhate, screaming racial epithets. This famous photograph cap-tures the full anguish of desegregation—in Little Rock andthroughout the South—and an epic moment in the CivilRights movement. In his gripping book, Elizabeth and Hazel:Two Women of Little Rock, David Margolick tells the re-markable story of two separate lives unexpectedly braidedtogether. He explores how the haunting picture came to betaken, its significance in the wider world, and why, for thenext half century, neither woman has ever escaped its long



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shadow. The book follows the painful journey of thetwo as they progress from apology to forgiveness toreconciliation and, amazingly, to friendship, whichcollapses under the weight of continuing misunder-standings. Join us on Monday, June 22 in the Parlorfrom 7-8:30PM as we explore and learn from this com-plex relationship. Newcomers are always welcome andchildcare is available with one week advance notice.For more information, please contact Jennifer Todd [email protected].

UMW BreakfastSpring is about here, and it is time to get out of thehouse for some nearly spring weather. On June 8,please join other women from St. Luke’s for a fun timeeating breakfast together, sharing stories, laughingand making new friends. We meet at 9AM at HotcakesEmporium located at 86th/Ditch Rd. Questions, pleasecontact Sandra Pirkle 317-910-1839.

UMW CookbookThe UMW cookbook will continue to be available forpurchase at all UMW events and by contacting AllisonFlickinger at [email protected]. The cook-book, published in 2010, contains over 500 recipesgraciously donated by St. Luke members and theirfamilies and friends. Cost: $15, proceeds benefit var-ious UMW missions.

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIESThere are many ways to get involved with our youngadult group - spiritually, socially and service-oriented.Our fellowship nights are designed to get you out ofyour house and engaged with other young adults. Wetake in concerts, dinners, movies, bowling, putt-putt,local one-time gigs and much more. Get connectedwith others through small group experiences and so-cial activities, as well as use your gifts and talents tomake a difference in the lives of others.

Join other young adults who are in their 20s and early30s on Friday nights at 7PM. We alternate weeks ofstudy with social events. Contact Tammy for weeklyspecifics at [email protected].

College-Age Ministry & Facebook GroupIf you are college age and would like to con-nect with others in this group, or keep upto date, check out our Facebook group,“St. Lukes UMC - College Students.”

YOUTH MINISTRIESWe invite students 6th-12th grade to join us on Sundaymornings and Sunday nights. We offer a wide range ofenvironments to connect with students.

For information or event registration, stop by Luke'sLodge (the youth building in the NE corner of churchparking lot), visit www.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

Colleen Baumgartner, Interim Administrative [email protected]

JR. HIGH—SUNDAYSSunday mornings we invite all students in grades 6-8.Our Jr. High group is designed to connect students toeach other and to God. We want all students to feelwelcomed, and we encourage them to bring friends!For more information please check www.stlukesumc.com/youth.

SUNDAY MORNING OFFERINGS - GRADES 6-89:30 -10:30AM, The Lodge Teens can check out a fun, welcoming atmosphere onSunday mornings at the Lodge. Come early for gamesystems, ping pong, foosball, air hockey & pool. Aftersome social gathering time, we head to the chapel fora game, live worship, devotional and small groups.See you on Sundays!

HIGH SCHOOL—WAKE UP AT THE LODGE9:30-10:30AM, The Lodge Café (upstairs). This summer,we will be working our way through some Bible pas-sages and breaking down what they mean in today’scontext. What does it look like to love God, give yourlife over to Him, and still have to go to school, dochores, and ask your parents for a ride? We are meantto live our lives to serve God, but we don’t always havetotal control over the current situation. We’ll breakdown how you can be a true servant of God and stillbe a teenager, too.

SUNDAY NIGHTS LIVE IN TUNE YOUTH MINISTRYOver the summer, our youth ministry takes a breakfrom normal evening youth group. We will continue tomeet on Sunday mornings for teaching, at regular in-tervals for hangouts, special events and other fun ac-tivities. However, with mission trips and family travelsfor many of you, we relax our weekly Sunday eveningschedule to make room for special events and familytime. We will resume our weekly Sunday night youthactivities on August 11 as we ramp up for the newschool year!

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