West Morris Church's mission is to Awaken Hope with the Transforming Light of Jesus.
Our vision is to partner with God to cultivate flourishing and unleash revival in West Indy.
Join us in this life-transforming, hope-filled Kingdom work!
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You are from God, little children, and you have defeated these people because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
1 John 4.4 (CEB)
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Overcomer & Overcoming
 Greetings from the beautiful grounds of Wabash Park Camp & Retreat Center in Clay City, Indiana! This week's Family Camp theme is "Overcomer."
Do you consider yourself an overcomer? Do you know someone who has overcome considerable circumstances in their life? Have you thought about the ways "overcome" and "overcomer" show up in scripture? The Gospel of Mark regularly describes the crowds who gathered around Jesus' teaching and miracles as being overcome with awe or wonder. When was the last time you were overcome with awe and wonder at our great God? For me, being in nature helps me reconnect with God in this way, but when life gets busy, it's easy to lose sight of that. How might you take time this week to be overcome with God's awe and wonder?
Jesus also describes himself as an overcomer when talking with and comforting his disciples. He declares, "Look! A time is coming—and is here!—when each of you will be scattered to your own homes and you will leave me alone. I’m not really alone, for the Father is with me. I’ve said these things to you so that you will have peace in me. In the world you have distress. But be encouraged! I have conquered the world.” (Jn 16.32-33) Jesus is the overcomer - the conquerer - and we are the beneficiaries of that great work. And as those in Christ, we are given the same power that raised Jesus from the dead - that conquered the world - so that through Him, we too can conquer and overcome.
Family Camp Worship - Sunday, July 24
I look forward to worshiping together this Sunday AT Family Camp on the campground of the Wabash Park Camp & Retreat Center. The service begins at 10:30 AM, and afterwards, we will be enjoying a pitch-in lunch together in the picnic shelter. Tableware, drinks and the main dish (pulled pork) will be provided. Please bring side dishes, salads, or desserts to share.
As a reminder, there are rides available for everyone who wants to come. Don't let the need to travel to keep you from coming to Family Camp. Don't let gas prices keep you from coming. Margaret Miller is driving the church van and still has seats available. Call her to reserve her spot at 317-332-2864. She will be leaving from the church at 8:30 AM on Sunday morning. If you are driving and have a few extra seats, reach out to someone to invite them and/or meet at the church parking lot Sunday morning to see who you might give a ride to. I promise you won't regret coming to Family Camp on Sunday!
Family Camp Worship every Night this Week @ 7 PM
You are also encouraged to come up to Family Camp for evening worship services on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights this week. Each service begins at 7 PM. Tonight (Thursday), will be the annual Memorial Service where we celebrate and remember individuals from all our FM churches who have gone on to be with the Lord. Tonight West Morris Church will honor the faithful lives of Ken Platt, Wanda Dunham and Tim Bruce (whom I inadvertently left off last year's list). Following tonight's service, there will also be a special concert from singer/songwriter Katy Kinard (listen here) which should be wonderful!
May God continue to bless and encourage you!
Pastor Kristen
317-464-7360
westmorrispastor@gmail.com
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Prayer Updates on Iris
Thank you for your continued prayers for Iris Riggs. Your prayers have been felt, evident to all, and a great encouragement to all. And as an answer to our prayers from last week, her daughter shared that Iris was transferred to Aspen Trace Rehab. She will be at Aspen Trace for approximately two months for intense therapy, focusing on strengthening and healing.
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Get Involved!
Worship @ Family Camp
Thurs-Sat at 7 PM; Sunday at 10:30 AM @ Wabash Park Campground in Clay City IN
Community engagement @ Public Hearing about Henry St bridge
July 26 @ 5:30 PM @ Edison School of the Arts
School/community engagement @ School 46 Back-to-School BBQ
July 28 @ 3-6 PM @ Daniel Webster (School 46)
Fellowship with live theater & music @ Indy Shakes
July 30 @ 7 PM @ Taggart Memorial Amphitheater
Tickets are free but need to be reserved here
Prayer each Sunday morning @ West Morris Church
9-10:15 AM @ WM worship space (sanctuary)
Spend time at the prayer wall, prayer stations and praying with our prayer team
Bible study each Sunday morning @ West Morris Church
9:30-10:15 AM @ WM lower level
Explore & discuss in community the scripture that will be preached on during worship
Missional engagement @ WestPark Rehab
July 31 @ 1 PM (following service)
Vision casting & fellowship @ Second Sunday Supper & Congregational Meeting
August 14 @ 12 PM (following service)
Fellowship at the baseball game @ Victory Field
August 26 - reserve your tickets with Jackie (317-408-9679)
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Coming in the Fall!
Neighborhood groups
Book club
Apprenticeship group
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 Loving our Neighbors & Schools
It's back-to-school time which means many new opportunities for us to partner with God to cultivate flourishing and unleash revival in West Indy. On Thursday, July 28, Daniel Webster (School 46), our partner school, will be having their Back-to-School BBQ from 3-6 PM, and West Morris Church will be present!
Come serve for some/all of the time at the West Morris table where we'll be:
- giving away free ice cream sandwiches to ALL
- inviting kids to fall programming & helping them sign-up for gift basket giveaways
- giving out coupons for the New Day Thrift Shop
- inviting adults to share their hopes & wishes regarding the New Day Cafe & signing them up for a gift card giveaway
- praying for any & all who request it
We can't wait to meet & greet our neighbors, help families get ready for school, and love everyone in tangible ways. Won't you join us? Email or call/text Pastor Rachel (317-677-2828) to sign-up.
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Come Join us at Indy Shakes!
 Join West Morris Church as we make plans to enjoy Ricky 3, an adaption of Shakespeare's Richard III, at the Taggart Memorial Amphitheatre at Riverside Park on July 30.
Tickets are free, but have to be reserved in advance. Last year 15 of us enjoyed a wonderful show and potluck picnic dinner. We have already reserved 20 tickets, but can get more if needed. Whether you love Shakespeare, or you've never quite been a fan, come join us for a great night together. Let Pastor Kristen know how many tickets you need!
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Semi-Annual Society Meeting
Sunday, August 14
 Don't miss our Semi-Annual Society Meeting on Sunday, August 14 right after service. This is our normal "Second Sunday Supper" week, but in addition to great food and fellowship, we will be celebrating, brainstorming and voting on some important new ventures. Come hear updates on grants, projects, ministries, ask questions, and give your input and ideas. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
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Come listen, learn and be part of community dialogues and discussions for West Indy.
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Take me out to the Ball Game!
Come join the fun at the Faith & Fellowship Night at Victory Field with the Indians. Last year we had over 40 people come from all our churches, and can't wait for another great time. This year we're headed to the ballpark on Friday, August 26. Reserve tickets are just $11 each.
Interested? Email or call Jackie Mueller for more info (317-408-9679) or sign up at church. This would be a great event to invite a friend to!
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 New Photo Directory
Have you ever known someone's face, but not their name? Do you struggle putting names and faces together? Would you like to have contact information for people in our congregation? Would you like to have a free professional photograph taken, receive a free 8x10, and have the opportunity to purchase additional photos?
West Morris Church is looking to have a new photo directory put together this fall - and it won't be complete without YOU in it! There is NO cost, NO obligation to be part of it. Simply get your photo taken - and get a free 8x10 and a free photo directory and a free app with an online directory! Mark your calendars for September 27 for our photo day. And, we are looking for 1-2 energetic people who can be "Directory Directors" - friendly people who can help get everyone signed up for getting their photos done. Interested? Email or text Pastor Kristen (westmorrispastor@gmail.com or 317-464-7360).
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 Project Lydia 2.0 Coming Soon!
We are excited to announce the second cohort of Project Lydia will be starting up this fall! Project Lydia will take place Monday nights for 8 weeks, September 12-October 31, from 6:30-8 PM. This innovative and exciting program helps innovators start their own businesses. We need your involvement to make this happen! Do you know someone looking to start their own business? Can you be a facilitator/supporter for one or more weeks, encouraging our innovators? Would you provide snacks for one or more weeks? Would you like to share your story as a business owner or present on a topic that would be helpful to our innovators? Use this Contact Form to get involved.
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Opportunities to Give
Prayer - we invite you to submit prayer requests or to visit our online prayer wall where you can prayer for requests, and list your own.
Online - you can give online with Givelify (click here)
Time - we have a "Honey Do" list of small work projects that need to be done at the West Morris Church building. If you have a few hours during the week, stop by and get 1-2 of those items crossed off the list!
Gifts - there are many ways to serve at West Morris such as on the worship team (singing or playing), nursery, New Day Kids Church, breakfast (bringing or serving), greeting, or sound/tech team. Interested? Connect with Pastor Kristen to learn more.
Mail - send your gift to 2302 West Morris Street, Indianapolis IN 46221
In-Person - bring your gift to worship on Sunday and place it in the offering boxes around the sanctuary, or put it in the baskets during offering time.
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We've heard from several of you that you miss Sunday School on Sunday mornings. Well, there's good and bad news about that.
The good news is that we have Sunday School - you're invited to join in, and those who attend LOVE it! The bad news? You're missing out if you don't join us!
Several other things also happen on Sunday morning at West Morris - check out the morning schedule:
9:30-10:15 AM - throughout the Church
- Free breakfast & coffee in New Day Cafe (starting about 9:15 so grab it on your way to these other gatherings:)
- Discovery Bible Study in lower level - study the scripture passage that will be preached on during our main service. Everyone welcome (and the elevator is available for use).
- New Day Students on 2nd floor - youth in grades 7-12 are invited to an in-depth discipleship gathering in the new youth room on the 2nd floor.
- Prayer & Anointing in sanctuary - join Geri and Sharon to receive prayer at the back of the sanctuary before the service.
- Prayer Wall in sanctuary - have you spent time at our prayer walls? Pray for the prayer requests that have been shared on them and post your own.
10:30 AM - Worship in the sanctuary
- Communion - join us as we celebrate communion together on the first Sunday of each month. We welcome everyone who desires to follow Jesus at the table.
- Testimonies - where have you seen God at work in the last few weeks? Come ready to share your God-sightings every second Sunday of the month during our service.
12 PM - after Worship
- Second Sunday Supper - pitch-in lunch in the lower level immediately following Sunday worship on the second Sunday of every month. This is a great way to connect with others around a table - just like Jesus did!
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