This week at Northminster


Sunday, November 17
Worship
Sunday, November 17, we will commission a new group of Stephen Ministers and celebrate their accomplishments. Our lessons are Isaiah 65:17-25, and Luke 21:5-19. Worship begins at 9 and 11 am, downstairs in Calvin Hall.  Everyone is welcome!  More about worship.

Music in Worship
Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet – Michael W. Smith - Celebration Choir (9 am)

Surely, It is God Who Saves Me FIRST SONG - Section Leaders (9 & 11 am)

Jubilate Deo Peter Angleo - Section Leaders (9 am), Chamber Ensemble (11 am)

Open Thou Mine Eyes John Rutter - Chamber Ensemble (11 am)

Called Session Meeting
10 am. Upstairs in the Christian Education wing, for the purpose of receiving new members.

Exploring Inclusivity

10:00 am. Discussion led by Maureen Wilson. Community invited.

Coffee, Conversation and Legos
At 10 am in the Gathering Place. Supervised, open play with Legos and crafts for kids.  Coffee and social time for adults. Everyone is welcome!


Book of the Month Discussion
12:15 pm.  Pizza and discussion of the book Holy Envy.  Led by Carol McDonald. Everyone welcome!

Interfaith Hospitality Network / Family Promise
Our week of hosting homeless families here at the church begins today. Volunteers needed!

Youth Group
5:30 -7:30 pm. Youth Group is for Middle & High School students. Newcomers are always welcome! Contact Maureen Wilson for details.

Monday, November 18
3B Exercise - Chair Yoga
Visitors always welcome! Free, low-impact exercise class, downstairs in the Board Room, 2:45 pm. Contact Denise Harrington.


Tuesday, November 19
Women's Bible Study
Fellowship, prayer and bible study on the passages used for the sermons. Tuesdays in the Conference Room (near the pastor’s offices), 11:00 am. All newcomers welcome! Contact Ruth Moore.

Organ Task Force
This group oversees the organ purchase and installation project. 6:00 pm in the Conference Room.

Session Meeting
7:00 pm, downstairs in the Board Room. Contact Teri Thomas.

Sarah Circle
7 pm in the Conference Room. Contact Norma Arend.

Wednesday, November 20
Men's Prayer Breakfast
Fellowship, Bible-related study, enlightenment, now at 8:00 am on Wednesdays.  Community welcome!

Wednesday Night Dinner
5:30 - 6:15 pm, downstairs in Calvin Hall. Meal reservations due each Monday at noon (call 317­-251­-9489). Affordable, kid-friendly cuisine. Everyone welcome!

Exploring the Enneagram: The Road Back to You
6 pm. An 11-week adult education series on the Enneagram - a model of the human psyche with nine interconnected personality types.  Led by Rev. Terri Thorn. Join us!

Homework Time and Childcare
Childcare, 6 - 9 pm, for those participating in Wednesday Night activities. Homework/study time for kids from 7 - 9 pm.


Choir Rehearsals
6:00 pm - Bel Canto and Peace Choir. 6:15 pm - Celebration Choir. 7:00 pm - Chancel Choir. (More about choirs.) Newcomers always welcome - contact John Wright.

Parents with a Passion
Wednesday nights, 6:15-7:30 pm. Discuss current topics, share experiences, pray together, support one another. Upstairs in the Knox Room. Community invited!


Thursday, November 21
Stephen Minister Leaders
12:30 pm in the Conference Room. Need to talk to a Stephen Minister? Contact Pastor Teri, Pastor Ruth, or Carol Campbell.


Invitations to "Come Home for Christmas"
On the Information Tables at church, you'll see postcards that Northminster is sending to our neighbors, inviting them to join us for Christmas and the month of December.  Please take a few and hand them out to your friends, family and neighbors!

 Sign up for July 2020 Kenya Trip
Only a few spots are left!!!
We're going to Kenya to spend 2 weeks working in the schools of the Umoja Project and experience some of Kenya’s people, culture, landscape, and more. The price has been reduced to $4000 per person. Some scholarship funds are available. Final commitment and first payment are not due until January 15, but if you want to save your place on the list please
let Pastor Teri know. (More details)

Certificate of Appreciation from the Presbytery
 
Northminster Presbyterian Church has received a Certificate of Appreciation from the PC USA for outstanding participation in all four annual Special Offerings of the Presbyterian Mission.

  Coming Soon
75th Anniversary Prints - order yours now!
Shampoo, Conditioner & Deodorant Collection - going on now
Hats, Gloves & Scarves Collection - going on now

Multifaith Thanksgiving Service - Tuesday, November 26
Drumstick Dash Cheer Squad - November 28
God + Faith + Art - December 1
Clothe-A-Child - December 5
Vivaldi’s Magnificat - 9 & 11 am on December 8
Annual Bake Sale - December 15
Christmas Caroling & Lunch - December 15
Christmas Eve Services - 4, 7 & 11 pm - December 24
Annual Meeting - Sunday, January 26, 2020
Pokagon Weekend Retreat - Jan 31 - Feb. 2, 2020

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   1660 Kessler Boulevard East Drive

   Indianapolis, IN 46220     317­-251­-9489