This talk by Joseph L. Tucker, PhD will explore the founding moments of critical Black religious institutions in the 19th century and their methods of challenging white supremacy and engaging Black communities on and in between Sundays throughout the twentieth century. In person and on Zoom.
Rain or shine, the Jewish Cultural Center will host an Earth Day event in the lawn and parking lot, with a farmers’ market, a beer garden and food trucks, and kosher food from the J Café. Pets wearing leashes are also welcome to attend the event, which will include sustainable living demonstrations and activities for children from Arts With a Purpose. Today from 1-4:00 p.m. at 6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis.
Together in 111 on June 2 after the 9 a.m. service (beginning at 10:30), enjoy a new play to be performed by Kimberly Morgan, Charmain Howington, and Matthew Vire, with discussion to follow. “12 Exposures” delves into the tapestry of our memories, posing the poignant inquiry: Which snapshots of your existence have imprinted themselves indelibly upon your soul? As you sift through the gallery of your life, which moments have illuminated the essence of your passions, the subjects of your affections, and the core of what you hold dear?
On June 2, we will joyfully welcome and acknowledge our newest official members. Many people who attend The Garden on a regular basis have not yet become official members. Are you among them? We would love to have you join, and it’s easy! For information, speak with or email Carolyn (carolyn@thegardenonline.org) by May 26, or click here and fill out the membership form.
On Thursday, June 6, The Garden will guest host Union Chapel’s Dinner Church, officially known as "The Table", while UCI's team attends their annual conference. We will provide food, service, and program for this informal worship experience, sharing stories of Jesus and their application in today’s world around a table, much as Jesus did during his time on Earth. Food for the night will be typical “Pitch-In” offerings. BUT we need folks to Pitch In!
The Garden’s Garden supplies fresh vegetables to Crooked Creek Food Pantry located in the Eskenazi Health Center Pecar building near Michigan and 71st. Members of this team help prepare the plant beds each year, and maintain the garden throughout the growing season by planting, harvesting, weeding, watering, and completing other tasks as needed according to the time of year.