Upcoming Events and General Announcements
Bible Study: A Bible Study on the book of Matthew will be facilitated by Stephen and Kristine Canter starting September 10th from 9 – 9:45 AM on Sunday mornings in the Conference Room. The material for the bible study will be N. T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides. If you have any questions please contact Stephen or Kristine via the church office. admin@hfec.org
Missionaries of Charity Donations: Holy Family is collecting needed items to support women at the Missionaries of Charity shelter in Indianapolis. Items may be placed in the collection box in the Narthex. The following items are requested: women’s underwear (all sizes), summer sleepwear (all sizes), sanitary pads, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, soap bars, and deodorant.
Care Package Ministry: Holy Family supports college students and those deployed in the military through a Care Package Ministry. Please use THIS LINK to submit mailing information to participate in this year’s program. Monetary donations toward the cost of gift cards and postage are appreciated – please write “Care Package Ministry” in the memo line of your check or electronic deposit.
Acolytes Wanted: An acolyte assists Father Bruce during the worship service by carrying a candle or the cross, gathering up the Offertory collection, and preparing the items used during Communion. Holy Family will hold an acolyte information session and training this fall. If you are an adult or a child age 7 or older who is interested in learning more about serving Holy Family in this way, please contact Father Bruce or the church office. admin@hfec.org
Reading the World Book Group: The next meeting of Reading the World book group will be on Wednesday, September 20th at 3 PM. Please note the time change, in effect for the next several months. The September book is Barbara Kingsolver’s latest work, Demon Copperhead. It is a story said to be both terrifying and beautiful, covering the opioid crisis in Appalachia, children living as orphans, the tragedy of the American foster care system, and the almost-magical power of resilience. To join the Zoom meeting please contact Fr. Bruce or Cathy Gray. All are welcome! bgray@hfec.org
Blessing of the Animals: On Sunday, October 1st, the 10 AM service will take place at the Outdoor Chapel adjacent to the parking lot. The first part of the service will include a blessing of any animals in attendance, and the second part will be a simplified Holy Eucharist. This service will be very informal and is a great opportunity to invite new people to try Holy Family. Pets on leashes and in carriers are welcome to be blessed in the chapel, and the clergy will be happy to bless them in their cars or trailers instead if that is preferred by their human. In the event of rain, blessing of the animals and service will be held in the sanctuary. Please feel free to bring camp chairs, blankets, or beach towels to make your time in the outdoor chapel more comfortable. Holy Family welcomes all creatures great and small!
Music & Meditation: Music & Meditation is back for its 2nd year with some changes to this exciting program. The gatherings are held on the first Sunday of every month, and each month will have a theme (some themes will span multiple months). Each month, participants will gather and listen to music associated with that theme. Sometimes it will be a full album, and sometimes it will be a more curated list of tracks on the theme. Themes will have a brief essay discussing the theme and the music that is featured. Music & Meditation will meet on Sunday, October 1st at 7 PM with an additional session celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop including the art of sampling. The evening begins at 7 PM – you are encouraged to bring your own comfy chair, blanket, or bean bag. All are welcome! Questions may be directed to Joel Bruns via the church office. admin@hfec.org
Game Night: The next gathering of Game Night is Friday, October 6th at 7 PM. Feel free to bring games you are interested in playing. Please contact Fred Naatz through the church office for more information. admin@hfec.org See you there!
Trunk or Treat: Holy Family will hold its annual Trunk or Treat event for children on Friday, October 27th from 6-7:30 PM. Kids (and grownups!) may dress up and walk safely through the parish hall to visit themed displays (created by parish members and youth group students) while collecting candy and other treats. If you would like to host a themed display, please click below. For more ways that you can support this event, please visit HolyFamilyFishers.org/Halloween or contact Jolene Johnston jjohnston@hfec.org. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/TrunkorTreatInfo23
Mulch Madness: Mulch and other landscaping materials are available now at MusselmanLandscape.com. Order online using the code HFEC and Holy Family receives a portion of your sale.
Township Food Pantry: The food pantry has asked for the following items: sugar, oil, flour, juice, peanut butter/jelly,
spaghetti sauce, rice, dried beans, canned fruit, crackers, oatmeal, cereal, household cleaners, laundry detergent, bleach, personal hygiene items. This list includes suggestions, but any canned or nonperishable item is gratefully received.