I few weeks ago my friend and I went in search of bibles for our Bible study group of young women…read more Many of them are in the first stages of their journey with surrendering their lives to God. Our home church has switch over to mainly digital resources and did offer to purchase our bibles for our group but we decided to ask other churches in hopes they would have a few and we could reserve those resources for someone else who might need it more. This was the first church we stopped by, and it was almost the last one we stopped at. I had a great experience here when I was a part of the great banquet so that is why I thought of this church first. It broke our hearts to be treated like we were dangerous people who simple came to the door, politely waited, and explained our group and the intentions to give our girls their first Bible. The woman who answered didn't know her inner-com was still in and profiled us thinking we could not hear her. She stated she didn't think she should let "people who looked like that" inside the building. It was an off day at work we had on t shirts and shorts. She then questioned on whether she should just ignore us or not. We still decided to wait and politely thanked her for the resources as she talked to us through the glass and when she eventually opened the door, shutting it and keeping her hand on it in what I could only assume was fear, we still thanked her and left. When I reached out to the email she had written down for us, it was sent that it was not a valid email. We love our home church and our community that we have built within it so we don't have intentions to change. But I would take this as a consideration when joining churches. Listen to our Father God, not to those who wish to be church figures or leaders. Have good devotion and in a world where so many are hurting have GRACE. It's disappointing this is the interaction we had and we hope it isn't for everyone.

There are 2 trees in the garden of Eden. The tree of knowledge which emphasizes, religion,…read moreperformance, legalism, do's and don'ts, etc. The other tree is the tree of life which emphasizes a relationship with Jesus based on who you are in Christ and not on performance. The focus is on your heart posture, spending times talking to Jesus, and your motivation for doing things. To find out more...read Freedom by Chris Hodges. My family & attended this church for about 10 years. I left this church many years ago. Because it seemed to fall into the tree of knowledge. I knew there had to be more to the Christian life and to Jesus. I have grown so much more since going to another church. The pastor focuses on the tree of life, listening to Jesus, and doing what Jesus says to do. Which is different for what most churches and the world teaches. As far as singles - I havent been there in many years. But they used to have a HUGE singles group which even had it's own service. What happened?

The Sanctuary church currently meets at 10 AM on Sundays at the Indianapolis Art Center. When I…read morefound it through mutual friends upon their launch in fall 2023, I quickly discovered the warmth, love, and intentionality that this non-denominational Christian community offers. It's been a space that has challenged me in the ways that I've needed in my faith and consistently pointed me to Jesus. A few details if you're visiting for the first time: Services take no more than 1 hour and a half from start to finish. If you have kids, they offer safe and engaging Sunday morning childcare for kids infant age through grade 5. Parking is available out front in a small lot or on the east side of the building. Come and check it out, I'd love to see you there!

One purpose: to glorify God by making disciples of all nations. Imperfect people living for and…read moreloving God and the community. Bible saturated. At Harvest, you will experience and be part of vertical worship to the living God, and biblical, expository teaching. Children's and student ministry is fun and discipleship focused. Authentic. No cover art needed. Great place to be reminded that YOU ARE LOVED!

We love Harvest North Indy and have been coming for 8+ years. Senior Pastor Brian White and all the…read moreother teaching Pastors are authentic and preach straight from the Bible verse by verse. No pieced together topical teaching here! I could go on , but what I'm really excited about in this moment is that I just found out all the communion wafers are now gluten free!! Not something many realize, but the typical communion wafers are not gluten free and this is really awkward for people like me who have Celiac and cannot take communion. Thank you, Harvest staff for taking away the awkwardness! :)

I have grown up in church pretty much all my life and I have seen it all! When only trying to visit…read moreI knew the 1st visit! This church had the right idea to save souls and not scare souls away! This is what Jesus Christ is about! Loving on the lost and sharing Gods word in a way that is relatable to those who has never opened a bible or has no knowledge of the goodness and power of the word. I am on my 3rd week visiting and really believing and praying about connecting soon to get more in tuned with what is needed to help the community and ministry within this Church home.

I love the Blended Church! It's a church where everyone is welcome. I feel the love right when I…read morewalk in the doors. They call The Blended Church the 2nd chance church. That name alone shows me that they don't judge and allow people with past hurts/struggles here. Pastor Dehner is very personable and tries to get to know the people of the church community. They have children's church for children up to 6th grade. There is also youth group for students 12 to 18 on Sunday evenings. Come check them out

Been a member of The Creek for 25 years. Have leaarned and grown so much during these years…read more Straight biblical teaching. Pastors are wonderful and don't stray from God's word.

As I've shared from several recent church experiences, I'm currently in the process of visiting…read moreCentral Indiana faith communities after having spent several years in a historic peace denomination yet feeling like certain aspects of my life, especially around my disability, were being neglected. The Creek is located not far from Franklin Central High School on the Southeast Side of Indy. While I'm not quite sure if it qualifies as a "mega-church," it's certainly larger than the usual churches that I attend and I'll confess to having been intimidated as I drove up to its rather enormous campus. I'd been referred to The Creek by friends who knew I desired a faith community where my disability would be accepted. As an aging adult with spina bifida, I've largely outlived most of my supports and I've been longing for a wider circle. The Creek has a strong ministry to persons with disabilities, though my experience is that it largely focuses on individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities - both adults and children. I contacted the Special Needs Director (for the record, I hate the phrase "special needs"). I wanted to get a feel for attitudes. She was quite friendly and responded twice to my inquiries and encouraged me to attend their 4:30pm class on Sundays. I intended to do that after our last e-mail exchange, but I ended up ill that Sunday and committed the next couple Sundays. So, it took me about a month to follow through. They offer high-tech, contemporary worship services only with programs for children, youth and those with disabilities among other populations. I shared with the director that I desired a community where I could both "be" disabled and share my gifts. As I get older, my body is more difficult to manage and I welcome the vulnerability that comes with people knowing who I am physically and emotionally on a more vulnerable level. However, many of the ways in which I'm gifted also still long to be expressed. The Creek has a form, kind of like an application, filled out on everyone it serves in their disability ministry to ensure an understanding of physical needs, behavioral supports, etc. I was impressed that it acknowledged physical disabilities. It's sometimes a little more difficult to serve those whose needs may be physical up to and including restroom needs. The Creek seems to have a large staff with an abundance of volunteers including both men and women, young and old including students from nearby University of Indianapolis. The parking lot is huge, there's quite a bit of accessible parking - it's not particularly well marked but it's present. The church is multi-level, but elevators are present. I wasn't sure where to find the disability ministry, called Access, but tried to enter through an outer door labeled "Access." It was locked. I'm assuming it's the volunteer entrance and they know how to, well, access it. I got a little frustrated, but decided I would just experience the worship anyway. If I like the worship, I'll pursue the disability ministry. Ironically, on my way out I think I figured it out. It's not real obvious which entrance to use, but I followed the crowds and figured it out. They have Information booths around and volunteers answer questions. I received a gift as a first-time visitor (a coffee mug, note pad, pen). I was pointed to the large sanctuary. It's auditorium style. The worship style is definitely contemporary. I've got no issues with contemporary worship - in fact, I'd dare say I prefer it. As a Sunday afternoon service, however, it felt very dry. The worship leader was trying hard to energize parishioners, but the rock n' rollish music kind of felt like that one-hit wonder band desperately trying for a second hit. Unfortunately, when that happens it often feels more like performance than worship. The pastor, Dr. Gary Johnson, started a new series largely centered around the Bible. He's their long-time pastor, but due to retire in April 2019. I liked his speaking style, though I found the message itself surprisingly negative and lacking in inspiration. The preaching is consistently Bible based; the theology stresses inerrancy and infallibility of the Bible and much of today's centered around society's increasing rejection of that. I found people friendly and helpful including one man who offered, and I accepted, to bring me communion where I was sitting toward the back. The Creek is a pretty good drive for me and I don't consider it likely that it's a place I would call home nor will I likely return to experience the disability ministry. However, for those seeking a large church, contemporary worship with a theology that stresses the inerrancy and infallibility of the Bible, The Creek has much to offer and certainly will embrace those in your family with disabilities. Be aware that the auditorium is at a slant; if you're on wheels, you may wheel ahead if your brakes aren't in good order.

Very family friend church that encourages growth in the word to meets the spiritual and social…read moreneeds of its congregates and community.

So much love here…read more Here's an example: My friend and I strolled in late one morning and there were no seats left. The pastor noticed us in the back, stopped his sermon, walked to the back of the room, and brought us down the aisle and sat us down in the front row. I was baffled at this compassion and the fact that he would stop everything to help us out. Things like this have revealed how much the church truly acts out the faith the claim. The sanctuary is an intimate size, which is conducive towards meeting new people and focusing during sermons. My favorite part? The worship is incredible. They also have great childcare and have lots of opportunities for classes, life groups, and mission trips. The pastors are always available to talk and people from the congregation stand up and talk every week. It's cool to see everyone have a voice and contributing.

First came across this inspiring eastern rite Byzantine Catholic Church during the 2024 National…read moreEucharistic Congress where eastern rite Divine Liturgy was offered during that glorious July week in Indianapolis. Divine Liturgy is chanted here in the Byzantine tradition (English and Slovak languages) and attendance will truly demonstrate the universality (katholicos) of the true Church founded by Christ, upon the shoulders of St Peter. Highly recommend the first time goer to experience Divine Liturgy properly, to please read their website which goes into worship details and provides hints/aids that may be helpful in understanding the 27 valid rites of the one, Holy, and Apostolic Church. Thank you for reading my review.

Raised Byzantine but do not live close so attend Roman Catholic church. went to one mass and it had…read moremaybe 20 people there. Almost all greeted us and asked who we were. It was the mass I grew up with. Just so you know they have a wonderful bakery at Easter and lent times. If I was rich but alas am not. I would donate a million dollars for complete renovation of this house of God.

Charity Church is Spirit filled and there is a very welcoming presence! Pastor Paul preaches from…read morethe Bible wether the sermon is hard to hear or not. We all need that kind Pastor. Pastor Paul and all the other staff all really Love the Lord and it shows through their actions. Also, the best praise and worship is done at Charity Church!!!