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NEWS TO KNOW

ANOTHER SPOOFING ATTEMPT

Please stay alert!

Unfortunately, fraudulent emails and text messages impersonating clergy and staff continue to target St. Paul’s Indy and other churches and nonprofits. These scams may appear to come from someone you know and trust, making them difficult to recognize. Please remain vigilant and take a moment to verify unexpected messages before responding, clicking links or sending money or gift cards. Your awareness is one of the best ways to protect yourself and our community. Click below for tips on recognizing and reporting fraudulent messages.

INSTALLATION SERVICE

Wednesday, October 28, 7 p.m., sanctuary

Please join us as St. Paul’s celebrates an exciting milestone: the formal welcoming of the Rev. Loren Lasch as our next rector. With Bishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows presiding, this special service will feature prayer, music, the presentation of symbols of ministry and Holy Eucharist. We’ll gather to mark this transition, welcome Loren into leadership and celebrate the ministry we share as a parish. The service will be livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook. Please plan to attend this joyful occasion as we look ahead with gratitude, hope and a renewed sense of purpose. A reception in the Parish Hall will immediately follow the service. For planning purposes, please RSVP to Tana Hunnicutt using the link below, or call 317.253.1277.

THROUGH THE WEEKEND

RECTOR’S FORUM

Sunday, October 18, 10:15-11 a.m., Parish Hall

There’s so much to look forward to as we begin this new chapter together at St. Paul’s! Join Loren for her first Rector’s Forum at St. Paul's. Get to know her a little better, share in conversation and enjoy fellowship together. There will be time for questions too. Whether you’re a longtime member or newer to St. Paul’s, you’re welcome to join and extend a warm welcome to Loren.

CENTERING PRAYER WORKSHOP

Sunday, October 18, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Lilly Rm. (first fl., Church bldg.)

Discover the gift of stillness and deepen your relationship with God! Through this meditative form of silent prayer, you’ll learn the practice of resting quietly in God’s presence. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome!

SACRED GROUND OPPORTUNITY

Sunday, October 18, 12:45–2:30 p.m.

CRR (second floor, Parish Center bldg.)

'Curious about Sacred Ground? Stop by for snacks and an informal introduction to Sacred Ground, exploring America’s history of race and racism through faith, reflection and conversation. Learn what to expect and how you can participate. Everyone is welcome! Please click here to email the Rev. Dr. Pamela Payne with questions.

DAMIN SPRITZER ORGAN CONCERT

Sunday, October 18, 4 p.m., sanctuary

co-sponsored with the American Guild of Organists, Indianapolis Chapter

Please join for a concert from internationally acclaimed organist Damin Spritzer. Admission is free, and all are welcome! Dr. Spritzer is Area Chair and Associate Professor of Organ at the University of Oklahoma and Artist-in-Residence for St. Matthew’s Episcopal Cathedral Arts in Dallas. She holds degrees from the University of North Texas, the Eastman School of Music and Oberlin Conservatory. Damin Spritzer is represented in North America exclusively by Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, LLC.

STREETS TO HOME: HELP OUR NEIGHBORS FIND HOME

At least 280 people experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis have found housing through Streets to Home Indy, a community-wide effort to make homelessness brief and non-recurring. Last year, St. Paul’s raised more than $50,000 for the initiative and provided more than 18 move-in kits for neighbors transitioning into housing. This year, St. Paul’s Community Engagement team, through its Faith in Action mission, is committing $25,000 and inviting the congregation to match that gift with an additional $25,000! Learn more in Burrows Commons beginning Sunday, October 18. On Sunday, November 15, Rabbi Dr. Aaron Spiegel of the Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance will preach at the 9 and 11:15 a.m. services, and Chelsea Haring-Cozzi, CEO of CHIP, will speak at the 10:15 a.m. Adult Faith Forum that day. From November 15–22, you may donate online, by check (write “Streets to Home” in the memo line) or at the donation table in Burrows Commons. Together, we can share Christ’s love, create community and strive for justice by helping more of our neighbors find a place to call home. Click below to learn more:

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS

CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER!

We are thrilled to announce that Charlotte W. and Ethan L. have been chosen from a pool of outstanding applicants to serve as a Youth Delegate and Youth Alternate Delegate (respectively) to Diocesan Convention. They will represent the Crossroads Neighborhood. Please join us in celebrating this exciting honor and holding Charlotte and Ethan in prayer as they prepare to serve!

ALL-PARISH DINNER

OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION

Wednesday, October 21, 5:30-7 p.m., Parish Hall

Come enjoy an evening of delicious food, joyful music and the warmth of our St. Paul’s community as we celebrate Oktoberfest together. Please bring your family, and invite a friend or neighbor! We’ll savor authentic German sausages from Claus’, warm pretzel bites, sauerkraut, Waldorf salad and potato salad, with vegetarian options available; hot dogs and mac and cheese will be available for kids. Adults 21+ can also sample St. Arnold’s Oktoberfest beer, brewed right here at St. Paul’s! Adding to the festivities, the Meridian Brass Quintet — featuring several of our own parish musicians — will fill the evening with lively music. Thank you to Scot and Alicia Matkovich for their generous sponsorship of this meal. Their kindness helps create the kind of gathering where community is built. Please click here to email Dan Thompson if you're interested in sponsoring a future parish dinner.

REGISTER FOR DIOCESAN CONVENTION BY OCTOBER 23!

Friday, November 6-Saturday, November 7, Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Event Center

Register by October 23 for the 189th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis. Adult registration is $145 and includes access to all programming, convention materials, a dinner and dance party on Friday and a lunch on Saturday. Please click below for more details and to register now:

REST IN PEACE, GORDON SIMONS

We pray for the repose of the soul of Gordon Simons, who passed away on October 5, 2026. We hold his wife, Charla, and his sons, Anthony and David, in our prayers. The funeral service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, October 24 at The Church of the Nativity. Click below to read Gordon's obituary:

TAKING CARE OF OUR KIDS

Technology & The Human Heart

Monday, October 26, 7-8:30 p.m.

Lilly Room (first floor, Church bldg.)

How can we help children navigate technology in healthy ways? Join us for a panel discussion with health professionals about how technology affects children’s health, friendships, family relationships and problem-solving. With so much information available about the pros and cons of technology, this is an opportunity to ask questions, share concerns and engage in meaningful face-to-face conversation with others in our community. This adult-only event is a precursor to St. Paul’s year-long focus on mental wellness in 2027. If interest is expressed, childcare may be offered. Please click here to email Stacy Hennessy if childcare is needed for you to attend, or if you have questions.

LITURGY FOR ALL SOULS' DAY

Featuring John Rutter's Requiem

Sunday, November 1, 11:15 a.m., sanctuary

We gather for the commemoration of All Faithful Departed to honor the lives of those who have died, hold them in prayer and find space for remembrance. During this special service, St. Paul’s Choir and a chamber orchestra featuring winds, percussion, harp and organ will offer John Rutter’s "Requiem" as part of the liturgy. Would you like a loved one remembered by name during the service? Please click here to email their name to Meegan Kriner by Monday, October 26.

NOTEWORTHY DATES & INFO

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• Ongoing, Meal Train Ministry
• Mondays, 6-8 p.m., Fencing at St. Paul's, Rm. 213 (second fl., Parish Ctr. bldg.)
• Tuesdays, 12-1:15 p.m., Tuesday Book Study, Broad Ripple Brewpub
• Tuesdays, 6-6:45 p.m., Centering Prayer, Roberts Library (first fl., Church bldg.)
• Tuesdays, 6 p.m., Slow Flow Yoga, Rm. 213 (second fl., Parish Ctr. bldg.)
• Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Chair Yoga, Rm. 213
• Thursdays, 7 p.m., Slow Flow Yoga, Rm. 213
• Thursdays, 10 a.m., Women's Bible Study, RCR, (second fl., Parish Ctr. bldg.)
• Most Saturdays through Dec. 5, 10 a.m., Creative Together Music Classes for ages 0-5, Rm. 101 (first fl., Parish Ctr. bldg.)
• First Thur. monthly (Nov. 5), 6:30-8 p.m., Mosaic Book Club, Fire by the Monon
• Mon., Nov. 2, Deadline for parishioners to email Meegan Kriner with veteran details
• Mon., Nov. 2, 6:45-8:45 p.m., Continuing the Journey Sacred Ground Alumni meeting, CRR
• Nov. 5-15, Spirit & Place Festival, Campus of IU-Indianapolis
• Sat., Nov. 7, Monumental Marathon
• Sun., Nov. 15, 4 p.m., Ronen Chamber Concert
• Fri.-Sun., Nov. 20-22, Diocesan Youth Retreat, Waycross (indydio.org/youth)

Wednesday worship occurs weekly in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd (adjacent to the sanctuary) at 11 a.m. Click here for worship details.

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