Featured Events
November 3
Making Advent Stars
November 6
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
November 6
Carol McDonald Book Discussion
November 10
Youth Group Fall Family Night
November 12
Faith & Action Fall Event 2024
November 14
An Invitation to Meet Some Neighbors
November 15
Sound & Spirit: John Doyle & Mick McAuley
November 17
Umoja Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner
November 20
Pokagon 2025
December 1
Intergenerational Advent Event
December 8
All-Church Bake Sale 2024
November 2024
Nov 3
Making Advent Stars
+Sunday, November 3
Making Advent Stars
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us as we begin preparations for the Advent season by making origami stars in the Gathering Place before and after worship on Sundays November 3rd , 10th (and possibly November 17th). We hope to fill the windows at the front of the church with hundreds of hanging stars to celebrate the season. No experience needed and all ages welcome!
Nov 6
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, November 6
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
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Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
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Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
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Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
Nov 6
Carol McDonald Book Discussion
+Wednesday, November 6
Carol McDonald Book Discussion
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday, November 6th and 13th for discussions of the book: "Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism - and What Comes Next" by Bradley Onishi, led by our own Rev. Carol McDonald.
The book is available on Audible, Amazon, and at the local library. If you decide not to read the book, but want to hear the discussion, please feel free to still join us!
Nov 10
Making Advent Stars
+Sunday, November 10
Making Advent Stars
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us as we begin preparations for the Advent season by making origami stars in the Gathering Place before and after worship on Sundays November 3rd , 10th (and possibly November 17th). We hope to fill the windows at the front of the church with hundreds of hanging stars to celebrate the season. No experience needed and all ages welcome!
Nov 10
Youth Group Fall Family Night
+Sunday, November 10
Youth Group Fall Family Night
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
In lieu of regular youth group on Sunday, November 10th we will have Fall Family Night for youth-group-aged students and their families (moms, dads, grandparents, other grownups, older or younger siblings) from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Top Golf!
Family night is completely FREE to attend and will include two hours of golfing and dinner! Make sure to submit your registration using the link below before November 1st.
Nov 12
Faith & Action Fall Event 2024
+Tuesday, November 12
Faith & Action Fall Event 2024
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
"Lower IREAD scores. Increased absenteeism. Worsening mental health problems. Historically high food insecurity. These and other indicators reveal just how profoundly Central Indiana children living in poverty are hindered in their pursuit of their most promising option for a better future: education.
Join Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III – a veteran pastor and advocate for public-private partnerships – along with Central Indiana community and congregational leaders to discuss and discover ways organizations, faith communities, and individuals can partner with schools to support youth facing poverty in their journey for educational attainment and overall well-being.
This event is sponsored by the Mike and Sue Smith Family Fund, the Petticrew Foundation, and the Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr., Memorial Foundation, Inc"
Nov 13
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, November 13
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
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Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
-
Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
-
Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
Nov 13
Carol McDonald Book Discussion
+Wednesday, November 13
Carol McDonald Book Discussion
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday, November 6th and 13th for discussions of the book: "Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism - and What Comes Next" by Bradley Onishi, led by our own Rev. Carol McDonald.
The book is available on Audible, Amazon, and at the local library. If you decide not to read the book, but want to hear the discussion, please feel free to still join us!
Nov 14
An Invitation to Meet Some Neighbors
+Thursday, November 14
An Invitation to Meet Some Neighbors
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join members of Impact 100 Greater Indianapolis to learn about two not-for-profit organizations in our community who are changing and saving lives!
"Ascent121" is committed to helping survivors of commercial sexual exploitation; they empower youth and their families through long-term recovery services to position them for their next chapter in life.
Since 2012, "Unconditional" has provided outreach, resources, and support for women in the adult entertainment and sex industries. The first organization in Indianapolis to do this work, "Unconditional" provides opportunities for safe community and increased stability to assist their clients to move towards a new and thriving future. You will be inspired by the ministry of both of these amazing organizations.
There is no cost and refreshments will be available.
Nov 15
Sound & Spirit: John Doyle & Mick McAuley
+Friday, November 15
Sound & Spirit: John Doyle & Mick McAuley
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us on Friday, November 15th at 7:00 pm for the opening of this season's Sound & Spirit with legendary Irish musicians John Doyle and Mick McAuley! This concert is free and open to all.
To learn more about Sound & Spirit, see additional upcoming performances, and donate to support the mission, please visit the link below.
About the Artists
John Doyle and Mick McAuley have been playing music together on the international stage for over twenty years. As multi-instrumentalist members of the Irish-American supergroup SOLAS, they combined to create part of the group’s groundbreaking sound, which garnered critical worldwide acclaim. Individually, they have played and recorded with some of the most respected musical artists in the world and are, themselves, among the most highly regarded musicians in the Irish folk world. Over the last several years, the two have toured extensively as a duet all over Europe and the U.S. Both natives of Ireland and each from musical families, Doyle and McAuley have a unique, nearly telepathic musical connection and are true powerhouses in traditional Irish music.
As members of SOLAS, the two performed to sold-out audiences internationally and made multiple appearances on many renowned National Public Radio programs in the U.S., such as A Prairie Home Companion, E-Town, World Cafe Live, and Mountain Stage. John Doyle has since gone on to tour and record with some of the great artists of the Folk, Celtic, and Bluegrass worlds, including Joan Baez, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Tim O’Brien, Jerry Douglas, Kate Rusby, Eileen Ivers, to name a few. Mick McAuley has since gone on to play with renowned 17-time Grammy-winner Sting for several years, has made several solo albums, and has appeared with artists such as Patti Larkin, Mick Moloney, Karan Casey, and Mary Chapin Carpenter, to name a few.
While both John Doyle and Mick McAuley’s music is rooted in the Irish tradition, they are part of a movement that continues to push the musical boundaries of that tradition to bring Irish music to a wider and more diverse audience around the world. Doyle’s singing and rhythmic guitar sound along with McAuley’s virtuosic instrumental skills (accordion, melodeon, concertina, whistles and guitar) make for a concert of one of the most dynamic and versatile duets in folk music today.
Nov 17
Umoja Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner
+Sunday, November 17
Umoja Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join the Umoja Partnership for our Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 17th at 5:00 pm. Don't miss out on this joyful celebration of Thanksgiving hosted by Northside Events & Social Club (2100 E 71st St Indianapolis, IN 46220). It will be a memorable evening filled with good food, family, and friends as we come together to raise money for Umoja Partnership's project in Kenya.
During the course of the evening attendees will have the chance to complete their bids on our online auction. This year we have collected decorative art, handcrafted jewelry, entertainment, home and garden, travel packages, and more. Bidding opens in early November. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased using the link below.
Event Schedule:
- 5:00 pm: Silent Auction Preview
- 5:30 pm: Dinner
- 6:00 pm: Program and Auction
Nov 20
Pokagon 2025
+Wednesday, November 20
Pokagon 2025
Time: 12:00 am – 11:59 pm
Join us for our annual retreat at the Potawatomi Inn at Pokagon State Park January 24-26, 2025!
This is a relaxing weekend full of fellowship and fun. The schedule is very relaxed (most folks arrive Friday evening and depart late Sunday morning). There is plenty of free time to enjoy the offerings of Pokagon State Park, like hiking and the toboggan run, the offerings of the Potawatomi Inn, like the pool and hot tub, and opportunities to plug in with church staff-led yoga and crafts.
We have dinner and worship together on Saturday night and this year we will also offer a two-hour childcare time on Saturday afternoon with supervised activities for children and youth from birth-12th grade so their grownups can have some free time!
The total cost is the cost of your type of room for two nights and an activity fee for each person attending (family cap of 4 people or $100). Register by Wednesday, November 20th!
Please contact Emma Moore if you have any questions or concerns.
Nov 20
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, November 20
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
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Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
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Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
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Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
Nov 27
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, November 27
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
-
Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
-
Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
-
Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
December 2024
Dec 1
Intergenerational Advent Event
+Sunday, December 1
Intergenerational Advent Event
Time: 11:15 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Northminster Presbyterian Church
We'll be celebrating the beginning of Advent in the Gathering Space after worship on Sunday, December 1st! Join us in decorating a donut, creating adult and child Star-themed crafts, or just enjoying Cider or our Hot Chocolate Bar and Fellowship as we begin this special season.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Melissa Hopkins.
Dec 4
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, December 4
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
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Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
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Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
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Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
Dec 8
All-Church Bake Sale 2024
+Sunday, December 8
All-Church Bake Sale 2024
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for the All-Church Bake Sale on Sunday, December 8th! If you're interested, please bring some of your favorite holiday breads, cookies, or other specialties—in ready-to-sell, grab-and-go packaging—to the Gathering Place before worship. Then, after the service, check out the collected offerings and pick a package or two (or more) to take home with you. The price is whatever you want it to be! We’ll use the free-will offering to continue helping our Congolese refugee family finance some of their Indianapolis needs.
If you have any questions, please contact John Purcell (email | phone) or Donna Schmahl (email | phone)
Dec 11
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, December 11
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
-
Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
-
Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
-
Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!
Dec 18
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
+Wednesday, December 18
Wednesday Nights at Northminster
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us each Wednesday for a meal, fellowship with others, and discussions on how to learn and grow in your faith. Childcare is available from 6-9 pm. If you're joining us for dinner, please use the form below to RSVP!
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Dinner, 5:30 pm
-
Adult Education, 6:00 pm (Hear from two Mission partners: Little Timmy Project & Raphael Health Center)
-
Children’s Choirs, 6:00 pm
-
Chancel Choir, 6:59 pm.
Upcoming Fall 2024 Adult Education Events
- September 11th | "Defining Christian Nationalism" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 18th | "Religions of Our Founders" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- September 25th | "The Threat to Our Democracy" with Rev. Dr. Dick Hamm
- October 6th | "Christian Nationalism" with Don Knebel
- October 9th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 1)
- October 16th | Video: Religious Nationalism featuring Andrew Whitehead and Rob Saler (Part 2)
- October 30th | NPC Presents: Andrew Whitehead
Greeters needed! Are you looking to have a hot meal and to greet and talk to Wednesday night members and friends? Well, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Please consider being a greeter on Wednesday. Please sign up using the link below or contact Melissa Hopkins or Liz Higgins!