Weekend of Witness to End ICE Detention at Miami Correctional Facility
Sunday, August 30 | 12:00 PM
On August 28-30, congregations across Indiana will be hosting prayer vigils and making their voices heard against the inhumane and unjust detainment of immigrants at the Miami Correctional Facility (a.k.a. The Speedway Slammer). CUMC, which has been involved in this issue for the past year, will be joining the effort by hosting a prayer vigil/prayer walk on Sunday, August 30.
After the second service, we will eat a quick bite (please bring your own lunch; drinks and dessert will be provided). Then we will pray in a couple of different ways. You can choose to prayerwalk (on 71st street, from Shadeland to Hague and back), or for those with mobility issues, you can stay and pray on campus (outside, near the intersection of 71st and Shadeland) If it rains we will pray in the sanctuary.
We encourage people to make (respectful) signs: pro-neighbor, pro-justice, pro-human dignity. You can make a poster at home, or you’ll have an opportunity to make one prior to heading out to pray.
As God’s people, we want to:
- Lend our voice to the voiceless
- Raise awareness of the issue
- Publicly declare where we stand
- Beseech God to intervene on behalf of our immigrant neighbors
- Seek an end to ICE Detention at the Miami Correctional Facility
We have been asking the question, What if Jesus was serious about Justice? Now, as a matter of public witness, we’re inviting our neighbors in the community to ask this question too.
Labor Day Weekend Worship Schedule
Sunday, September 6 | One Service at 10:00 AM
On the Sunday of Labor Day Weekend, we will worship together at one service in the Sanctuary at 10:00 AM.
Welcome Back Pastor Matt at the Big Family Dinner
Sunday, September 6 | 5:00 PM | Fellowship Hall
Our next Big Family Dinner is on September 6, and we hope you’ll join us. We will welcome back Pastor Matt and his family from clergy renewal leave and have an opportunity to ask him questions. These monthly gatherings have become a wonderful way for our church family to share a meal, connect with one another, and take part in meaningful conversations. Please use the button below to let us know you plan to attend.
Flood Relief
As many in our community recover from recent flooding, we have compiled some organizations standing alongside those affected as well as resources to get involved with the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).
St. Luke’s UMC: Visit the flood relief page at https://stlukesumc.com/floodresponse to learn how to join efforts to give, gather supplies, and serve locally in Indianapolis.
The Indianapolis Foundation: Donate financial assistance at https://indianapolisfoundation.org/flood
UMCOR and the Indiana UMC: Visit the INUMC Disaster Relief page to find information about Midwest Mission Cleaning Kits, and an upcoming Early Response Team training, or complete the volunteer interest form linked HERE.
United Women in Faith – Renewing the Heart Through Gratitude
Sunday, September 6 | One Service at 10:00 AM
United Women in Faith invite you to Renewing the Heart through Gratitude with guest speaker, Dr. Sonya Broadnax on September 5 at 10 AM in Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP by September 2 to Viv Wilford at 317-600-4307 or Rosemary Draga at 317-849-1288.
Prayer School
Friday, September 11, 7:00 – 8:30 PM & Saturday, September 12, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Do you feel comfortable and confident when it comes to prayer? Do you enjoy praying? Do you understand why, as Christians, we pray? Have you experienced the transformative effect of prayer?
Prayer School, a video course, gives you the opportunity to learn and actively engage in the prayer liturgy that pastor and author Brian Zahnd has developed during a lifetime of pastoral ministry. Prayer School will help you gain a fresh perspective on the purpose of prayer and will provide you with a sustainable framework for personal prayer.
Please register below to join us on September 11 and 12 as we learn together from Brian Zahnd.
Serve at Soup’s On Ministry
Sunday, September 13 | Roberts Park UMC
Our next opportunity to help serve a meal at the Soup’s On Ministry at Roberts Park UMC is September 13. We need people to serve and clean up the meal. Fruits, veggies, and homemade desserts are also needed. Click the button below to see all the ways to serve. supply items will be greatly appreciated. Visit crestview.ltschools.org/ and skilestest.ltschools.org/ and scroll down to “Supply List.” Please drop off supplies in the tubs located in the church Narthex or inside Door 12 at the church office by August 23.
Kids Church
Teachers Needed
Kids Church (Pre-K through 5th Grade) has started the new school year using Sparkhouse Whirl Classroom lessons. Whirl Classroom engages kids with easy-to-follow lessons based on Bible stories. The program provides short animated videos and pre-planned lessons with games, activities, and discussion questions that help kids seek faith and understanding through the Bible’s message. We are always welcoming new teachers. Please contact the church office to learn more about teaching. Teachers choose which weeks they are available and which age group they would like to teach.
Save the Date & Special Announcements
- What If Jesus Was Serious About Justice | Current Worship Theme | Find study guides HERE
- Feeding Team Pantry | Located in the Bell Tower | Now accepting non-perishable foods
- Labor Day | Church Office Closed | Monday, September 7
- Still Waters Adult Day Center Fall Mum Sale | Order HERE by September 25