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Jesus Christ has gathered laity, deacons, priests, and bishop of congregations and diocesan ministries in central and southern Indiana to be the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis.

We celebrate the great gift of our Anglican heritage and will deepen our understanding of its tradition and heritage, inviting others to join us.

We welcome all persons into our common life and will proclaim the gospel to those in our communities who do not yet know our Lord.

We will nurture relationships in Christ, remaining in conversation with one another despite honest disagreement, always seeking God's will.

We are thankful for our differences and acknowledge that they enrich and energize our ministries.

We promise compassion, acceptance, and assistance to those in need.

We acknowledge and celebrate the wealth of talent and treasure which has been given and will grow in confidence that working together, we will always have enough to engage in God's mission.

The Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis

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1100 West 42nd Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46208

Phone: 317-926-5454
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Fri Mar 12, 2010 @07:30PM - 12:30PM
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Sat Mar 13, 2010 @09:30AM - 03:30PM
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The Passion of Christ with Lessons and Carols
Fri Mar 19, 2010 @12:00AM - 11:59PM
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Sat Mar 20, 2010 @09:30AM - 05:00PM
Safeguarding God’s People Training - Indianapolis
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Commission on Ministry Meeting
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Pre-Confirmation Gathering with the Bishop: St. John's, Speedway
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Service for the Blessing of Oils and the Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows

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Thursday, 11 March 2010 03:19

In 2010, the Diocese of Brasilia, Brazil (our companion diocese) is celebrating 50 years as a diocese for the worldwide Episcopal/Anglican Church. The Diocese of Indianapolis would like to present a monetary gift to Bishop Mauricio in honor of this anniversary. The funds collected will be dedicated to help mission support through Brasilia--- including the AIDS/HIV house in Palmas, Brazil (under construction now) and the S.A.M.E. after-school tutoring program for low income children.

Will you and/or your parish be willing to support our companion church in Brasilia with a donation? The capital campaign Tithe Committee with St. David's, Bean Blossom and the Tri-Parish Coalition (St. David's; St. Paul's, Columbus; Trinity, Bloomington) together have started the ball rolling by donating $700 toward this gift.

For more information, please contact Marylin Day with the St. David's Tithe Committee at 812-988-7130 or mikeandmarylin@gmail.com. Send a check to the diocesan office or donate online through the diocesan web site. Please indicate your donation is for the "50th anniversary---Brasilia". Thank you for your continuing support of the Millennium Development Goals and our companion dioceses.

 
 
Youth Service Project Lock In --- Trinity, Anderson PDF Print E-mail
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Friday, 05 March 2010 15:52

There will be a service project lock in on Saturday, April 10, 10am – Sunday, April 11, Noon at Trinity Episcopal Church, Anderson, Indiana for youth, 6th‐12th grade and adult advisors.

Plans include:

  • Garden clean up for elderly parishioners
  • Cooking and serving dinner to Christian Center and Women’s Alternatives
  • Games, movies, and lots of fun!!!
  • Worship at Trinity on Sunday morning

Forms & Flyer

icon Service Lock In (April 12. 2010) - Flyer

icon Service Lock In (April 12. 2010) - Youth Registration Form

icon Service Lock In (April 12. 2010) - Adult Registration Form
 
Diocesan Youth Mission Trip June 4-12, 2010 PDF Print E-mail
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Wednesday, 03 March 2010 21:20

Diocesan Youth Mission Trip: June 4-12, 2010 Bedford, Indiana 

What we will be doing

  • Participants meet at Waycross, June 4, 3-5 p.m. (limited to twenty youth)
  • Team building and orientation at Waycross, June 4th and 5th. Includes the following:
    • Orientation to serving on a mission
    • Low ropes
    • Climbing wall
    • VBS training
    • Travel by mini-van to Bedford
  • Holy Eucharist at St. John’s, Bedford on Sunday, June 6, 10 a.m.
  • Work projects:
    • Spend time with patients at Michael’s House, a nursing home for children and adults with disabilities
    • Build the shed for a Habitat for Humanity House
    • Landscape St. John’s
    • Lead Vacation Bible School at St. John’s three afternoons
  • Lodging and meals at St. John’s
  • Daily worship and Reflection each evening
  • Canoe the Blue River on Friday, June 11
  • Pick up on Saturday, June 12 at location of choice:
    • St. John’s Bedford 9:30 a.m.
    • Waycross 9:30 a.m.

Cost

  • $150.00
  • $75 Deposit due with application. Remaining due by May 4th.
  • No refunds after May 4th.

Requirements

  • Complete the Mission Trip Application and return to Dontie Fuller by April 20, 2010.
  • Safe Guarding God’s Children (see dates below) or Safeguarding on Line
    • April 17, Trinity, Bloomington, 11-2 p.m. or April 18, St. Francis, Zionsville, 2-5 p.m.
    • Or complete Safeguarding on Line by April 20th. For Safeguarding on Line, register with Dontie ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
  • Be present the entire trip. No late arrivals or early departures, except in emergencies.

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Safeguarding God’s Children—Platform Training PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 02 March 2010 21:51

Safeguarding God’s Children teaches you how to keep our children safe from abuse and teaches you how to protect yourself from false allegations of abuse.

This classroom or “platform” training will be led by Mrs. Dontie Fuller. Youth participating in the Diocesan Youth Mission Trip this summer are required to take this course. It is also for vestries and all in church leadership positions, parents, congregations, Christian formation teachers, nursery workers, and youth leaders, chaperones and sponsors. 

This training is designed for those unable to take Safeguarding God’s Children Online. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Those attending on Saturday may want to bring a sack lunch.

No fee is charged, but advance registration is required for this event. 

Two Dates, two locations offered

  • Saturday, April 17, 2010, 11:00am – 2:00pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, Bloomington, IN
  • Sunday, April 18, 2:00pm – 5:00pm, St. Francis-in-the-Fields, Zionsville, IN

Registration deadline for both trainings is Friday, April 9, 2010

Please register by calling Rita Holliday 926-5454 or online by clicking on the links below.

Locations :

Contact : Rita Holliday ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 800-689-5786 
 
Diocesan-wide Retreat for Individuals & Families: PDF Print E-mail
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Wednesday, 10 February 2010 12:00

Theologians and Robins Say the Darndest Things –a Spring Retreat for Everyone at Waycross March 19 – 21

All are invited to the Diocesan-Wide Lay Retreat for individuals and families looking for a mix of high energy fun, challenging thoughts, and peaceful relaxation. Everyone can enjoy favorite Waycross activities like adventuring through the Gollywop forest, hunting for geodes, warming up by a toasty campfire and singing camp songs. The more adventurous will enjoy a mountain biking excursion and an adrenaline pumping trip down the zip lines. For a somewhat quieter but no less challenging experience, the Very Rev. Robert Giannini will offer talks and lead conversations on “Leadership, Post-Modernism, World Religions and Ecclesiology.” If you read his blog on the diocesan website, you can get a sense of the fun he will bring to his talks (did he really mention Britney Spears?…yes he did!).

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