Mission and Justice
Geist Christian Church is committed to identifying and addressing the needs of those whom Jesus called the least, the last, and the lost. Throughout the year, members of Geist Christian Church, embody the hands and feet of God, as they support a variety of non-profit organizations in the local, national, and international communities. Our hope is to co-create God’s kingdom here on earth as we seek creative solutions to the problems that plague those who struggle to secure life’s basic needs.
Current Service Opportunities
Bread for the World: Setting the Table
Hear from organizations including Helping Veterans and Families, the Bread for the World Policy and Research Institute, and other community partners as we explore domestic hunger, strengthen our advocacy skills, and take action together.
Register for the Indiana Setting the Table: Domestic Hunger in Families, Military, and Seniors.
Versiti Blood Drive
• Sunday, August 30, 8 am-12 pm
• Mud Creek Campus
Did you know that every two seconds in the United States, someone needs a blood transfusion? The Versiti Blood Center of Indiana provides lifesaving blood and blood products to more than 90 hospitals throughout the state and needs to see 520 donors DAILY to sustain the needs of those hospitals. Versiti Blood Center will be at the Mud Creek Campus on Sunday, August 30th. Walk-in welcome, but appointments are preferred. Please sign up in the Great Hall, or click HERE to schedule.
Adult Service-Learning Trip
We will be traveling to Kentucky to help rehab a house into a home! Since 2008, Fuller Center for Housing of Louisville has worked with over 100 families in their quest to help low-income families gain permanent, affordable housing. They acquire/purchase vacant, abandoned or foreclosed upon property to restore and utilize for affordable housing for community members. A local church will provide our shelter and showers, we will cook our meals, work during the day and relax in the evenings enjoying community together. Please email: serve@geistchristian.org for more information.
Community Garden Care and Harvesting
Our Community Garden is planted and growing beautifully but we need your help! Please sign up to help weed and harvest the garden. Tuesday is harvest day so the veggies can be fresh and ready for Wednesday morning pick-up to deliver to the food pantry. Please consider signing up for a shift or two so we can help feed our neighbors!
Food Pantry Partners
Geist Christian Church supports two local food pantries: the Come to Me Food Pantry and The Sharing Place.
August’s Needed Items
Chunky Beef Soup
Beef Stew
Canned Pears
Canned Peas
Keep That Fresh Produce Coming!
For more information, contact Michelle Latty at Michelle.Latty@geistchristian.org.
Changing Footprints Shoe Collection
This year, we're partnering with Changing Footprints to make a difference in the world, one pair of shoes at a time. Whether you have lightly or well-worn shoes or brand new ones you've outgrown, we invite you to drop them off at our designated stations located at both campuses. Any size, any style, any condition—all contributions are welcome! Changing Footprints will ensure that every pair donated will either be given to those in need or responsibly recycled. For more information, visit www.changingfootprints.org.
Dayspring Center Service Opportunity
On the third Monday of every month, Geist Christian Church provides dinner for those living at the Dayspring Center, a community center for homeless families seeking temporary respite. Email Kyle at Kyle.Brown@geistchristian.org to get involved.