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Acolytes wanted

If you’re a fourth, fifth, sixth or seventh grader, we’d love to have you serve as an acolyte in worship. To learn more about this meaningful position, contact Pastor Daniel Cochran or sign up here.


Safe sanctuaries covenant


Serve in love

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There are many ways to get connected to God and others at Gary Church. Click the link to see where you would like to serve.


Special Blend fellowship

Sign up to set up, host, clean up or provide food for Special Blend on Sunday.


Maintenance need
If you find something on Gary Church property that needs attention, please let us know.


Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Commons, starting Sept. 18

We welcome anyone grieving the death or loss of someone to be a part of this group. It is a place where you can be with people who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. You’ll gain valuable tools to help you as you continue on the journey of grief. Register here.


Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m., Gary Youth Rooms
Inspired by Monet's "water lilies" series, instructor Karina Ruiz will teach a step-by-step painting class. We will use acrylic paints on canvas to explore color, texture and light. All participants will create a final painting to take home. 


Register here. Suggested donation of $8 for materials. If needed, additional studio time during the week may be offered.


This ministry provides free one-on-one help with homework and basic English and math to low income elementary students in the area. This year we are partnering with World Relief to help students in need. Consider offering an hour from your week to tutor children from our community. Although we try to keep tutors and students paired, we understand that you cannot be there every week. The children are a joy and glad to get your attention. There is some preparatory training required, and we have some experienced educators to provide support as needed.

 

The planned timing is Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m., starting on Sept. 24. If you have questions, contact Jeff Bray through the Church Office. Register here.


What Went Wrong? Russia’s Lost Opportunity and the Path to Ukraine

Friday, Oct. 4, 7 p.m.

Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine has caused humanitarian and religious crises. Religion plays a decisive role, both in motivating Russia’s aggression and in fueling the hopeful and courageous responses of Ukrainian believers. Celebrated author Philip Yancey has spent years observing the dynamics in the region, and we invite you to connect with him as he shares from his new book What Went Wrong? Russia’s Lost Opportunity and the Path to Ukraine. (Philip will be joined by Christopher Hays, former Gary UMC missionary and current president of Scholar Leaders.) Hear Philip share insight from our Ukrainian siblings in faith and find out how you can respond to their witness to Christ. Register here.


Gary Church is planning to send care packages to college students this fall, and we need monetary donations for shipping costs and “goodies.” If you can help, donate through the Church Office or here. If you’re the parent of a college student who’d enjoy receiving a package, please submit their address here by Friday, Oct. 11.

Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Trunk or Treat offers radical hospitality to our community neighbors and creates lasting memories for all involved. Last year we saw over 1,000 people, which means we need many hands to make this event spook-tacular. Join in the fun by decorating a trunk, being a general volunteer or donating candy. And be sure to invite your kids, grandkids, and neighbors to this fun community outreach event! Sign up to decorate a trunk or volunteer here.


Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2-6 p.m., Activity Center or Commons
Each pint donated can save up to three lives. The need is constant, and every pint is precious. Register here. Walk-ins also welcome.

Order T-shirts and/or sweatshirts with our 2024-2025 theme, "Open wide our hearts," based on 2 Corinthians 6:13. Order here.

Order Grow in Faith | Serve in Love shirts

You too can wear a Gary Church hoodie or T-shirt. Each symbol on the shirt stands for a word in our mission statement. The plant is “grow.” The fish is “faith.” The hands are “serve.” And the heart is “love.” Our mission statement, “At Gary Church, our mission through Christ is to grow in joyful faith and serve all in love.” Order here.

Participate in additional events and groups

Anti-Racist Book Club
Join our monthly discussion. Register above and read the book(s) on your own.
 Usually the fourth Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m.


Parent’s Night Out

Friday, Sept. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Drop off your kiddos at Gary Church and enjoy some well-deserved time away. Each month features a movie, craft and free-play for kids ages preschool 3s through fifth grade. Limit 20. Suggested cash donation of $5 per child. Register here.


Gary Kids and Gary Youth music groups
Register for the various singing and ringing groups.


Gary Kids & Gary Youth Participation Form 2024-2025

Each ministry year, we ask all Gary Kids and Gary Youth to fill out this form.