Community Dinner
Wednesday, April 30 | 5:30 PM | Fellowship Hall
The next free Community Dinner is next week. Join us to meet others in the community and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our United Women in Faith.
Spring Work Days
April 23 & 30
Lend a hand during Wednesday evening work days tonight and next week from 6-8 PM.
We have both inside and outside activities available. Meet at door 1. Advanced sign-up is preferred, but don’t let that stop you. We’ll be glad to see you! Sign-ups will have first dibs on the projects. Projects will vary according to weather and progress. On April 30, there is an added bonus of the free community dinner in Fellowship Hall. Please contact the church office with any questions.
Big Family Dinner
Sunday, May 4 | 5:00 PM | Fellowship Hall
At our next Big Family Dinner, we will watch the film Food, Insecure, talk with the creator of the film, and take action. Food, Insecure is a 30-minute film that delves deeper into what food insecurity looks and feels like, and its impacts on Hoosier families and communities. Discover the data driving the need for this film and its focus on addressing the root causes of hunger. Hear about real solutions from across Indiana. Explore the film’s goals to raise awareness, inspire action, and promote systemic change. Please use the button below to let us know you plan to attend.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Monday, May 5
The Journey Breast Cancer Group includes those who have experienced breast cancer in the past or are recently diagnosed. This group meets on the first Monday of each month to share joys and concerns and to offer support for each other. Please share this information as all are welcome to join on Monday, May 5 at 6:30 PM. Please contact the church office to learn more about the group and the meeting location at church.
Indianapolis Global Crossroads Dinner
Tuesday, May 6 | 5:00 PM | Indy’s Global Village
Next Tuesday, the Center for Interfaith Cooperation, along with other organizations, is hosting a dinner celebrating Indianapolis as a global crossroads. This event is focused on celebrating diversity, educating the community about global cultures, and connecting people with engaging presentations and cultural showcases. It will highlight Indianapolis as an International hub, fostering unity and understanding across different backgrounds. Our own Pam Haase is organizing the event, and Pastor Matt will be participating. Use the button below to learn more and register, or talk with Pam after worship.
New Series: Rooted & Grounded in Love
We will be going through Ephesians in our Sunday service and discussing it in our Table Groups. Join us as we discover together what the resurrection of Jesus means for us today.
Indians Game
Sunday, May 18 | 12:30 PM | Victory Field
After several years of heading to the ballpark on what seemed to be the hottest day of the year, we have decided to move our annual baseball game up to May, when hopefully it won’t be so oppressively warm! If you are looking for a time of fun, family, fellowship, food, and hopefully an Indians win, please join us on Sunday, May 18. Please use the button below for more information and to purchase tickets.
Walk for Dreams: Fundraiser for Outreach
Sunday, May 18 | 1:00 PM | Crown Hill Cemetary
Take steps with Outreach to end youth homelessness at the 2025 Walking for Dreams, a fundraiser for one of our mission partners, Outreach. Their goal for this event is to raise $50,000 to provide transformational services and build relationships with youth experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis. Use the button below to learn more and register to walk.
Governance Board Update
A summary of the April Governance Board meeting is available by clicking the button below. Additionally, you can find the most recent meeting summary anytime on the website at castletonumc.org/about/#board.
Save the Date & Special Announcements
- Family Promise Night without a Bed Fundraiser | Saturday, May 3 | 12-2 PM | Castleton UMC campus | Event Details | Donate to the Campaign
- Still Waters Flower Pick Up | May 8 | 2:00-5:30 PM
- Mothers Day | Sunday, May 11
- Graduation Sunday | Sunday, May 18
- AHEPA Work Day | Saturday, May 31