There are many opportunities to serve and be served at Roberts Park UMC. From children's ministries to sacred art and everything in between, there is something for everyone to do to live out their faith. Learn more below!
Hook & Needle Club
Join us on the first and third Thursdays of each month to knit and crochet hats and other items as service projects to meet various community needs. Experienced or beginning knitters and crocheters are invited
A group of book lovers from the congregation and community gathers once a month on the second Tuesday to share insights about popular literature. The conversations are always lively and enjoyable.
Children who attend the 10:30 a.m. service are provided an opportunity to experience and learn about the church and teachings of the Bible in their own age-appropriate environment.
Following the first hymn, children are dismissed from the sanctuary to accompany teachers to a classroom for a time devoted specifically to them. Read more about the Children’s Worship & Wonder program that was created by Disciples Home Missions.
Once every other month on Wednesday evenings, Roberts Park hosts an intergenerational event that brings together children and the adults and families that care about them for a casual gathering.
A typical Messy Church will include music, crafts, a game or two, a light supper, and plenty of time for conversation and laughter.
Shalom Daycare has been ministering to children in the community for many years. It is a registered ministry daycare with the state of Indiana that has served the community for over 20 years.
Additionally, at the Sunday morning worship service, a staff member from Shalom Daycare is available, if parents wish, to care for children under 3 years old.
Soup’s On is a food ministry of Roberts Park in its second decade of service. Since 1999, Soup’s On has prepared and served nearly 150,000 meals to our neighbors in need. Every Sunday, approximately 250 guests come to eat and spend time together enjoying a safe and comfortable dining environment.
Did you know those people that sing together in an ensemble actually synchronize heartbeats? If that's not a metaphor for the power of music, I don't know what is.
Choir Rehearsal is on Thursday nights, 7-8:30 pm. The opening of Psalm 100 commands us to "Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing." Join us as we sing together and lead in worship!
Nourish your body and feed your soul Wednesday's at noon during Food for Thought
Food for Thought is encompassing the previous 20 minutes for God familiar to many. However there is also further time for fellowship at tables for those who can stay a little longer. Come and join us as we add this new offering to the expanding menu of the Food and Faith mission and vision
Roberts Park UMC has partnered with denominational and community organizations to better serve God's People. Click each link below to learn more about our different ministry partners.
Reconciling Ministries
On Oct. 13th, 2019, Roberts Park UMC voted to become a member of the RMN and committed to work towards justice and inclusion for people of all gender identities and sexual orientations in the United Methodist Church and beyond.