september 30 - October 7
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STUDENT MINISTRIES
UPCOMING WEEK:
10/4 FIRE & WATER Sunday Night
Doors open with a free meal at 5:30p, our regular programming begins at 6:00p, and After Hours follows from 7:30-8:30p.
10/7 Wednesday - FIRE & WATER Girls' Bible Study
Girls only Bible Study in the Pier from 6:30-7:45.
10/8 Thursday - WATER Supermarket Sweeps
Weekly shopping trip for the Food Pantry from 4:00-5:00p. Drop off and pickup at the Pantry.
ALL CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
(NEW) KOINONIA: BE STILL. PRAY. GROW.
//Wednesday, October 28, 7a & 7p, Library//
Koinonia is continuing, but with a renewed vision: Be Still. Pray. Grow.
In lives filled with noise, notifications, responsibilities and never-ending to-do lists, Koinonia is an invitation to intentionally step away from the distractions and spend time with God.
Jesus modeled a rhythm of retreating from the crowds to pray and then returning to the work before Him. Our hope is that Koinonia helps us practice that same rhythm: developing personal quiet time with God and coming together once a month for intentional, theme-based prayer.
BE STILL — Step away from the noise.
PRAY — Spend intentional time with God.
GROW — Deepen your faith for life’s uncertainties.
Join us for the next Koinonia on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00a or 7:00p. We’re also moving to the Library, creating a more intimate setting for an hour of prayer together. Choose the morning and/or evening gathering and sign up using the link below. Come set aside the distractions and make space to simply be with God.
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him...” Psalm 37:7
(NEW) COLLEGE CARE PACKAGES
//Through October 25//
A little encouragement can go a long way, especially when you’re away at college! Each year, Fishers UMC sends care packages to our college students as a simple reminder that they are loved, supported and prayed for.
This year, we’re once again filling those packages with $5 and $10 gift cards to some of their favorite places and you can help! Pick up a gift card from Target, Amazon, McDonald’s, DoorDash, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Dunkin’ or Subway and drop it off at Connection Central by October 25. Prefer to let us do the shopping? You can also donate funds online and your gift will be used to purchase gift cards for the packages.
Have a college student you’d like to receive a care package? Be sure to sign them up using the link below!
Together, we can send our college students a little love from Fishers UMC and remind them that wherever this school year takes them, they’re still connected to a community that cares.
Questions? Contact Troy Richards at
or Liz Simmonds at
.
donate $ for gift cards
sign up your student
(UPDATE) DAN'S FISH FRY - GOOD FOOD FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
//Tuesday, October 6, 4:15-7:15p, Gym//
//$14 Adults, $8 Kids (6-12)//
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
There are lots of ways to help, with dinner shifts available from 4:15–5:45p and 5:45–7:15p. We especially need fish breaders earlier in the day from 12–1p and 1–2p. Dan’s makes breading easy, and those who have done it before have had a great time! Even one hour of your time can make a big difference. Sign up using the link below or at the tables outside the Sanctuary doors on Sundays.
DONATING A PIE?
Thank you! Please deliver pies to the Kitchen Door during one of these times:
Monday, October 5: 1–4:30p
Tuesday, October 6: 8–11a
DON’T HAVE YOUR TICKETS YET?
Come enjoy all-you-can-eat fish and chicken strips, plus sides, drinks and dessert! Tickets are available online using the link below or outside each Sanctuary door on Sundays.
Every ticket helps support the Come To Me Food Pantry, serving neighbors throughout Hamilton County, and Fishers UMC mission trips serving communities across the United States.
Invite your friends and neighbors, lend a hand if you can, and join us for a great evening of food, fellowship and giving back.
(UPDATE) FOOD FLORIST - PANTRY FUNDRAISER
//Wednesday, October 14, Parking Lot//
Hungry for an easy, delicious meal while supporting a great cause? The Come to Me Food Pantry is excited to welcome back the Food Florist on Wednesday, October 14 in the back parking lot of Fishers United Methodist Church near Door #4.
Stop by between 12:30-2p or 5-6:30p, choose from a selection of frozen prepared meals, pay, and go! No preordering required! The Food Florist will have the truck stocked and ready, and they accept cash, check, and cards. These meals are perfect for busy weeknights, sports families on the go, gatherings, or simply enjoying a stress-free dinner for two. Tap the link to view items that will be on the truck - Pies have been recently added to the menu!
TEN WOMEN OF THE BIBLE - NOW TWO OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in joining our Ten Women of the Bible study but daytime doesn’t work for your schedule? We’re adding an evening option!
Together, we’ll explore Ten Women of the Bible by Max Lucado, taking a closer look at the lives, faith and lessons of ten remarkable women in Scripture. Choose the time that works best for you:
Daytime Study: Mondays (Began 9/28) 11a–12p in the Library, led by Nancy Foust
NEW Evening Study: Wednesdays beginning October 7, 7p in Room 278, led by Lynette Hart
Please purchase a copy of Ten Women of the Bible before attending. The book is available through Amazon and other booksellers, including many used and thrift bookstores.
If you are planning to attend, please let us know. For the daytime study, contact Nancy Foust at
. For the evening study, contact Lynette Hart at
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PUMPKIN PARTY
//Saturday, October 24, 2-4p, Pumpkin Patch//
Celebrate fall with an afternoon of pumpkin fun, snacks and fellowship! Fishers UMC Family Ministries invites you to our Pumpkin Party on Saturday, October 24, from 2–4p at the Fishers UMC Pumpkin Patch.
Come enjoy some festive pumpkin activities, tasty snacks and plenty of time to connect and have fun together. Bring your family, invite a friend or neighbor, and spend a beautiful fall afternoon with us at the Patch!
All ages are welcome, we’d love to see you there!
PUMPKIN PATCH VOLUNTEERS
2,500 Pumpkins are coming! On Saturday, October 3 at 10a, a truck packed with pumpkins will roll in for the Fire & Water Student Ministries Pumpkin Patch, and we need all hands on deck to unload them!
The patch will be open all October long, with plenty of chances to serve. Shifts are just 2 hours, and anyone can join in, you don’t need to have a student in Fire & Water to make an impact. And here’s the best part: every pumpkin sold helps send our students on mission trips, changing lives both here and around the United States. When you unload pumpkins or volunteer at the patch, you’re not just helping, you’re part of the mission. Tap the link below to sign up and be a part of something bigger!
Wondering what it's like to work at the patch? Check out the pumpkin patch instructional video by tapping the link.
VOLUNTEER AT THE PATCH
PATCH INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO
NEXT - GOD'S STORY AND ME
//Sunday, October 4, 10:30a, Library//
What’s your story and how does it connect with God’s story?
Join us for God’s Story and Me on Sunday, October 4 at 10:30a in the Library. This favorite NEXT session offers an opportunity to explore God’s story, hear meaningful real-life testimonies of faith and consider how God is at work in your own life.
Each participant will also receive a Story Arc Cube, a simple and unique tool designed to help you share your faith story with others.
God’s Story and Me is part of NEXT, a series of four comfortable, fun and welcoming sessions designed to help you grow in your connection with God and Fishers UMC. A different NEXT opportunity is offered each month, and sessions are facilitated by our Assimilation Director, Lisa Ellcessor.
Whether you’re new to Fishers UMC or have been here for a while, you’re welcome to join us. Tap the link below to sign up!
WONDERING ABOUT MEMBERSHIP?
Have you been attending Fishers UMC for a while but aren’t quite sure whether you’re officially a member or a regular attender? Or maybe you’ve wondered what membership at Fishers UMC actually means.
We’d love to help answer those questions! Lisa Ellcessor, our Assimilation Director, is available to help you better understand membership and answer questions such as:
What is my current membership status?
What does it mean to become a member?
What does membership look like at Fishers UMC?
If you’d like to learn more, tap the link below to connect with Lisa. There’s no pressure or expectation to become a member, we simply want to give you the opportunity to ask questions, clarify your current status and consider whether membership might be the right next step for you.
UPWARD BASKETBALL & CHEER
The court will soon be buzzing and the sidelines full of cheers: Upward Basketball & Cheer is back for another season at Fishers UMC!
Open to kids age 5 through 6th grade, Upward gives children the opportunity to get active, build their basketball or cheer skills, make new friends and have plenty of fun along the way. But the season is about more than the game. Through practices and competition, participants are encouraged to grow in confidence, teamwork and faith while learning more about God and His plan for their lives.
Registration is open now, with practices beginning in January 2027. Partial and full scholarships are available because we want every child who would like to participate to have the opportunity. Tap the link below to register!
Whether they're ready to hit the court or cheer from the sidelines, there's a place for them at Upward! Questions? Contact Penny Walker at .
HELPING HANDS MINISTRY
Sometimes we all need a helping hand and at Fishers UMC, there’s a community ready to step in and serve. Helping Hands is a ministry designed to connect members of our church family who have practical needs with those who are willing to help.
Right now, there are many ways to lend a hand, with needs ranging from yard work and moving furniture to repairs and projects at the Food Pantry and around the church. Take a look at the current list below and see if there’s a project that fits your skills and availability.
Current Needs at Fishers UMC
Remove fencing on the Northside of the dumpster area in preparation of building a large storage shed.
Ready to help? Tap the I Want To Help link.
Have a project you need help with? Tap the I Need Help link to submit a request to the Helping Hands team.
LEARN ABOUT HELPING HANDS
sign up to HELP
i need help
QUESTIONS?
FLOOD RELIEF
In response to the devastating flooding affecting families across Indiana, Fishers UMC is joining with other local United Methodist churches to support ongoing flood relief efforts.
If you would like to give a special offering to go towards the flood relief efforts, gifts may be given online at the Noblesville First UMC Giving Platform by tapping the link below.
Funds will support efforts throughout Hamilton County and across Indiana, with Noblesville First UMC serving as the hub for our county wide response.
Please continue to pray for all those who have experienced loss and for the many people stepping in to help.
PASTORS INTERCESSORY TEAM (P.I.T. CREW)
As we continue focusing on Being Connected this year, one of the most meaningful ways we live that out is by praying for our pastors. The P.I.T. Crew provides daily prayer support for Pastor Mark, Pastor Ben, and Pastor Troy, lifting them up as they lead and care for our church.
We’re looking for ten people each month to commit to praying daily from home, just a few minutes a day, on your own schedule. Quarter 4 sign-up link is available below so you can find a time that works best for you. Questions? Check out the FAQ about how the P.I.T. Crew works or reach out to John Hughes at
. Thank you for helping us stay connected through prayer!
ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS
ITEMS NEEDED - TURN AWAY NO LONGER
UPDATE: PLEASE ONLY NEW CLOTHING AND ITEMS
United Women in Faith have partnered with Turn Away No Longer, an Indiana nonprofit faith based organization. Turn Away No Longer’s mission is to positively impact the lives of children in the foster care system. They believe no child should feel “forgotten” or “unloved” and strive to show them the love of Jesus in every program they create. As part of this partnership, Fishers UMC has become a donation location to collect items for their Swag Packs. What are Swag Packs? When a child or teen enters foster care, they may not get the chance to pack up their belongings and often they have to leave home or school with nothing but the clothes they’re wearing. This is where Swag Packs can help. Each Swag Pack is age-specific, ranging from newborn to teens. Tap the link below to view their donation list for Swag Packs, all items must be NEW. Drop off items at Fishers UMC in the Turn Away No Longer Bin inside Door #1 by the Church office. You can find out more about Turn Away No Longer by visiting turnawaynolonger.org.
GIVE BACK WHILE YOU SHOP
Did you know Fishers UMC is part of rewards programs at Kroger? Kroger gives to Fire & Water student ministries through your purchases-at no additional cost to you! It's quick and easy to set up Fishers UMC as your charity of choice on your Kroger Plus card, tap the link below and enter our number of SN812.