Weekender Backpack Ministry Packing
Join Weekender Backpack Ministry in the fight against hunger by packing bags of easy-to-prepare food on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in rooms 5 and 6! Our next packing date is Wednesday, Sep. 18.
Tag: Community Engagement
Refill the Breadbox this September for Hunger, Inc.
Resurrection’s Breadbox needs your donations to help refill the shelves and support Hunger, Inc., a nearby pantry serving Perry Township and Beech Grove. Donations of elbow macaroni, spaghetti, and white long-grain rice are always needed for Second Helpings.
Sign Up Now for Pride 2024!
Sign up now to help staff RLC’s Greenwood Pride Festival booth on Saturday, June 1 and experience Indy Pride with a group of Resurrection people on Saturday, June 8! Watch for additional details after signing up.
RLC People at Work in the Community: Women Build
This spring, Resurrection member Patty Sorenson became co-leader of a Habitat for Humanity Women Build Team, building a Dream House Diva team of 13 women including three other Resurrection members, Molly Laut, Victoria Hoppes, and Danita Forgey.
Random Acts of Flowers Volunteer Workday
Thursday, April 4, 10 a.m. – noon: Help create floral arrangements at Random Acts of Flowers (1057 E 54th St, Indianapolis) with lunch to follow. There are 10 available volunteer spots. Carpool meets at 9:15 a.m. in Resurrection’s parking lot. Contact Katie Finnie to participate.
Donate Vases for Random Acts of Flowers
Resurrection is collecting clear glass vases 12-16 inches in height for Random Acts of Flowers of Indianapolis for use in creating and delivering bouquets to people in assisted living, nursing homes, and local hospitals. Drop off vase donations in the church narthex collection box by Sunday, March 17.
Pride 2024 Planning Team
A Pride team for 2024 is forming now! In previous years, Resurrection has proudly staffed a booth at Greenwood Pride and walked in the Indy Pride Parade. Come for a kickoff meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. in Room 9 to discuss plans for 2024 including logistics and budgeting.
Ending Hunger 101: Changing the Systems
Saturday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ (8300 S Meridian St, Indianapolis): Hunger is increasing dramatically, and big picture actions are needed. Come explore the systemic issues contributing to food insecurity with Ending Hunger 101: Changing the Systems.
School Uniform Supplies Needed
School Uniform Supplies Needed: The clinic at Douglas MacArthur Kindergarten Academy keeps extra uniform supplies on hand to give to students in need. They would appreciate donations of pants in sizes 5, 6, and 7. Drop donations at the church office.
Community Carol Service
Thursday, Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season with neighbors in song! Invite your friends and start a new holiday tradition. Features all of Resurrection’s music ensembles. Cookies and cocoa to follow. Resurrection members: Sign up to donate cookies and help with cleanup.