Pet Blessing 2022

 
Holy Family held its annual Pet Blessing on Sunday, October 2nd at 10 AM in the outdoor chapel. This special day celebrates the Feast of St. Francis. Among many other wonderful things, St. Francis was known for his love of animals and uncanny ability to connect with them. It is said that he treated animals with the utmost respect, love, and care.   Legend has it that St. Francis even preached to the animals about God’s love and concern for them! At Holy Family, ALL are welcome!
 

View photos from the Pet Blessing HERE.



Bishop Jennifer’s Visit – February 2022

 
On Sunday, February 6th, the Rt. Rev. Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis, made her semi-annual visit to Holy Family. Bishop Jennifer presided and preached at both the 8 & 1o AM services. She hosted a discussion during the 9 AM hour and joined congregation members for hospitality following the 10 AM service. Finally, Bishop Jennifer met with staff and vestry members to discuss parish activities and plans for 2022. For more information about Bishop Jennifer’s visit, please contact the church office. admin@hfec.org
 

View photos from Bishop Jennifer’s visit HERE.

View the 10 AM worship livestream HERE.



Christmas 2021

 
Holy Family was able to resume its traditional Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services in 2021 with added precautions due to COVID-19. For more information about worship at Holy Family, please contact Holy Family’s Rector, the Reverend Bruce Gray. bgray@hfec.org
 

View more Christmas photos HERE.



Gospel at Hogwarts 2021 – Triwizard Tournament

Holy Family held its annual Gospel at Hogwarts event on November 6, 2021. This year the scripture and activities were based on the fourth book and movie in the Harry Potter series called “The Goblet of Fire.” At Holy Family, students were sorted into three schools based on the elements of fire, water, and earth. The activities and scripture used throughout the evening, escape-room-style, also followed that theme. Students were challenged to solve puzzles and work together through many tasks including facing a dragon! At the end of the evening, all guests enjoyed Yule Ball refreshments and music in the parish hall. A special dance presentation and waltz lessons were provided by professional dancers. The final comments by Professor Meryl and closing prayer by Dumbledore called upon the Holy Spirit to be with each and every student and guest, that day and always. For more information about this annual ministry event, please contact Children’s Ministry Director Jolene Johnston. jjohnston@hfec.org

View more Triwizard Tournament photos HERE.



Pet Blessing 2021

 
On Sunday, October 3rd, Holy Family held its annual Blessing of the Pets during the 10 AM service in honor of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. This is a cherished day in the #holyvillage. St. Francis is known as the patron saint of all living creatures.

More photos can be viewed HERE.



Pentecost 2021

 
On Saturday, May 22nd, Holy Family held its annual Pentecost outdoor worship service and parish picnic. Households brought their own food and drinks for the picnic event in order to comply with COVID-19 safety protocols. Children enjoyed watching the Holy Spirit catch their red streamers in the wind and shared personal portions of “Happy Birthday to the Church” birthday cake with all who attended. For more information about worship at Holy Family, please contact The Reverend Bruce Gray at bgray@hfec.org.

For more Pentecost photos, please click HERE.

 



Celebrating 2021 High School Graduates

 
On Sunday, May 16th, Holy Family celebrated its 2021 high school graduates. The seniors were presented with bibles as well as prayer shawls made by members of Holy Family’s Prayer Shawl Ministry. Both items were blessed by Father Bruce during the 10 AM service. Pictured above with Father Bruce are Hannah Tannas, Mikaila Blake, and Zach Clar. Aaron Lackner was not able to attend the presentation. Father Bruce also blessed all teachers during the service which was also the last day of Sunday school for the spring term. For more information about teens and Youth Ministry at Holy Family, please contact Director Ruth Everett. youthministry@hfec.org
 
 


Earth Day Holy Hike 2021

 
On Sunday, April 25th, Children’s Ministry and Youth Group households enjoyed a Holy Hike at Flat Fork Creek Park in Fishers led by Deacon Cathy Scott. The focus of the walk was thanking God for all creation in honor of Earth Day. Participants enjoyed the various trails, walkways, and treehouses at the park and stopped at various points to pray together. Prior to the walk, several families joined together at the picnic shelter to enjoy lunches that they brought for themselves. For more information about Holy Family’s Children’s Ministry and Youth Group activities, please contact the Directors.
 
Jolene Johnston, Children’s Ministry jjohnston@hfec.org
Ruth Everett, Youth Group youthministry@hfec.org
 

View photos from the Earth Day Holy Hike 2021 HERE.



Youth Group Campfire Compline

 
On Sunday evening, the Holy Family youth group met in person to share in evening prayer together. Socially-distanced and wearing masks, the youth and adults sat around the fire and brought a beautiful day to an end with Compline. Deacon Cathy Scott came back to visit and discussed new beginnings. Inspired by her trip to Iona, she utilized rocks to show the release of burdens and welcome positivity into their lives. The group was also able to witness the start of a beautiful sunset and also watch a fox wander through the outdoor worship area. For more information about Youth Group, contact Director, Ruth Everett, at youthministry@hfec.org.
 

For more photos from the Campfire Compline, please click HERE.



Ash Wednesday at Home

 
On Wednesday, February 17th, Holy Family held its first virtual Ash Wednesday service livestreamed on YouTube. Parishioners tuned in from home on various devices and imposed ashes on themselves and others in their households. View or print the bulletin HERE.
 
Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.
 

View photos from Holy Family households worshiping at home by clicking HERE.