WE SEEK TO BE A LOVING COMMUNITY
That supports all people in finding the love of Christ
WELCOME TO FAITH
Here at Faith United Methodist Church, we have a simple hope: to love God, love each other, and provide a safe place for all to grow their Christian faith.
Volunteer Opportunities
Old Bethel & Partners Food Pantry
Saturday, October 14th, 2023 (8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Join us for purposeful work and love for our community!
8032 E 21st Street, Indianapolis, Indiana
MEET OUR PASTOR
MATTHEW PHIPPS
Matthew is originally from England and has been living in the States since 2008. He is married to the lovely Deborah, they met on the mission field, and they have four beautiful children Elijah, Jacob, Annabelle, and Benjamin. He has been working in ministry for over 20 years on three different continents, and in countries like England, the US, Benin, Northern Ireland, and Romania. His ministry endeavors have seen him serving as a Missionary, Youth Pastor, Family Ministries Pastor, Youth Director serving with homeless families, and as a Lead Pastor. He enjoys learning and growing with people. Matthew loves English football (soccer), coffee, tennis, and reading. His heart is centered around hearing people’s stories, and celebrating diversity and inclusion, believing that ALL people are made in the image of God. He’d love to grab a cup of coffee or tea with you sometime.
You can email Pastor Matthew at: matthew.phipps@inumc.org
WHAT'S HAPPENING
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Ash Wednesday
Family of Faith, A reminder that you have two have opportunities to come to worship today, and to receive ashes: 12:30pm at Faith UMC 7pm at Old Bethel UMC What is Ash Wednesday all about? Ash Wednesday emphasizes two themes: our sinfulness before God and our human mortality. The service focuses on both themes, helping
Read More“Thoughts and Prayers”
This past Sunday we began our series on the book of James. This series was a little delayed with my travel schedule, and a guest preacher last week. Therefore, we began in James 2. The section in James 2, named Faith and Deeds, could easily be renamed “Thoughts and Prayers”. Indeed, James challenges us to consider
Read MoreSigns of Hope
It, for the most part, has been a mild winter. This past week we have enjoyed some beautiful weather. As I walked around my neighborhood yesterday, and viewed the church grounds, I’m starting to see signs of new life shooting up. Trees are starting to a bud a wee bit, and some flowers are considering
Read MoreThe Examen
Friends, This past Sunday we continued in our series on prayer, we centered our conversation around the prayer practice of the Examen, which is a practice that is implemented in particular in the Jesuit tradition. If you’re like me, I mean a human like me, then you have likely experienced moments and seasons where your
Read MoreThe Importance of You
Take a moment and think of the word self. Self, according to the dictionary, can be defined as a person’s essential being that distinguishes them from others. I love that definition. That definition of self reminds me that all are uniquely made. Additionally, I love the word essential in the definition of self. You are
Read MoreWe can be Anchors of Hope
It is hard to find peace in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. It is hard to choose the roads of love and unity, when society often tries to lead us toward division and distrust. Peace, just like love and unity, is often presented to us as an anchor. Indeed, anchors become most relevant when
Read MoreQuestions of the Heart
“I’ve been waiting for Your capable hands to come down Ooh, I’ve been praying for Your capable hands To come down and turn this around Your capable hands Could carry the weight of the world” Weight of the World, Jon Foreman The above lyrics, from one of my favorite artists, are really speaking to me
Read MoreGrace for the Season
In some ways it is hard to believe that we will soon close out this year, 2022. In other ways many of us have gone through some significant moments and changes, and the year been full, and felt like it went too fast. New Year’s is a time of reflection, as well as being a
Read MoreJustice and Equity
Yesterday (Tuesday) I had the opportunity to share in a presentation at the Eastside rotary club. It was a joy sharing in conversation with Arin, from Old Bethel, and Tyler, from Indy Urban Acres. We presented on food distribution and advocacy, highlighting how food is nurtured and distributed into the community. One of the most
Read MoreCultivating Thankfulness
We don’t just become thankful people; we need to cultivate a spirit of thankfulness. Popular culture, within the United States, often designates the month of November to celebrate and promote thankfulness. Of course, we know that November is the month of thankfulness because of Thanksgiving. Indeed, throughout November you will see and find reminders of
Read MoreONLINE GIVING
"It is more blessed to give than to receive."(Acts 20:35)
At Faith United Methodist Church, we want to encourage all members to pray about giving and give as God leads them.