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United Methodist Church Call to Action Initiative
As part of the United Methodist Church's Call to Action initiative, an extensive survey of nearly all the 33,000 U.S. United Methodist churches was conducted to understand what elements constitute a church that is vital. Dr. Kent Millard serves on the Call to Action steering committee and was recently interviewed for an Associated Press piece while the committee met at the UMC headquarters in Nashville, TN. Read that interview here, as well as Bishop Michael Coyner's thoughts on the recent gathering of bishops and pastors of the largest UMC churches in the country.
For more information on the initiative, visit the United Methodist Church's Call to Action web page.
Special Events
Back to Basics T.I.M.E. Theme
September 5-October 17
When Jesus was asked what was the most important commandment, he answered, “The first is, ‘Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ The second is, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” This fall, the Together In Ministry Everyday theme is “Back to Basics - Love God, Love Your Neighbor.” During September and October, St. Luke’s will offer many opportunities to help you deepen your personal relationship with God, and for you to show love to your neighbor. See the Communion Monthly for more information.
UMW Semi-Annual Food Drive
September 2010
St. Luke's United Methodist Women needs your help to fill the shelves of local food pantries during the entire month of September. Due to current economic conditions, there has been a 30% increase in the past two years in Americans relying on food pantries to feed their families. Please help us help fellow Hoosiers by shopping for the pantries this month. Download a shopping list here.
Author and Advocate Greg Mortenson at St. Luke’s
Monday, September 27, 6:30PM
Over the past 16 years, Greg Mortenson, through his non-profit Central Asia Institute (CAI), has worked to promote peace through education by establishing more than 140 schools in the most remote and often volatile regions of Pakistan and Afghanistan. His work is chronicled in the best-selling book Three Cups of Tea and his newest book, Stones Into Schools. Tickets for Mortenson's presentation are now sold out. For more information about this event, book studies, and the author visit our Greg Mortenson web page.
What's New
Fox Hill Community Garden
St. Luke’s and Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, partnering through the Interfaith Hunger Initiative, have created a garden at Fox Hill Elementary. So far, over 150 pounds of fresh produce have been distributed to a nearby food pantry, and more will be distributed to needy Fox Hill families. See the August 26 article in the Indianapolis Star about this outstanding pilot garden. Volunteers are needed to help tend the garden and to harvest and distribute the food as needed. Volunteer as much or as little time as you can on your own schedule. Contact Kathy Mayberry at kdsmayberry@yahoo.com or (317) 816-0167.
Family Camping Weekend
September 24-26
Family Camping Weekend 2010 takes place at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, Indiana -- an amazing weekend of fellowship, worship and fun. Activities include hiking, a family fishing tournament, flag football, campfire and songs, and a family talent show. Register on Sunday mornings September 5, 12 or 19 in The Track (East Passage), or email Family Fellowship Ministries at stlukesffm@gmail.com.
St. Luke’s 101
Six Wednesdays beginning September 22, 6:30-8:30PM
Attention members new and old! Join St. Luke's staff, clergy and lay leaders for an exciting new opportunity. Meet new people, learn about some great programs, explore St. Luke's history and more. Begin by eating your way around the church with a progressive dinner tour! Cost is $15 for all six weeks. Register by contacting DeAnna Moran at morand@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 x367.
