We Believe ...
Mass:
Sun. 10 AM
Wed. 6 PM
Episcopal Church of All Saints
1559 Central Avenue
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
317.635.2538
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About Us
When are your services?
Services are on Sundays at 10 AM (70-90 minutes), and Wednesdays at 6 PM (30 minutes). Other special services are announced periodically.
What is worship like?
Worship at All Saints blends ancient traditions with a modern perspective. Candles, incense, bells, and chant are all part of how we experience God in our church (at least on Sundays...Wednesdays it's just the candles). At the same time we use modern language to clearly communicate the inclusive Good News of Christ.
So what's with all the bells and incense and stuff anyway?
In the Gospel according to St. Luke, Jesus is referred to by the name Emanuel, meaning "God with us". Our worship style reflects our belief that God is truly present with us, that something is really happening. There's a sense of physicality, emphasizing that God is not some far-off spirit, but a real presence in the here and now.
Who is welcome at All Saints?
You are. In the 1950s, All Saints was among the first Episcopal Churches in Indianapolis to integrate (the sign over our door saying "Everyone is Welcome" dates from that era). In the 1970s, we were the first Episcopal Church in the country authorized to ordain a woman as priest. In the 1980s we opened our pews to give the homeless a warm place to sleep during the winter, a ministry that became part of the Dayspring Center, an independent shelter for homeless families to the south of the church. And in the 1980s and 90s many in Indianapolis' gay community found a home at All Saints as we were one of the few churches in town willing to minister to those suffering from AIDS. So trust us when we say that whoever you are, we want you here.
What do I have to believe?
As a church we believe in the faith passed down through scripture, the creeds, and the tradition of the historic church. But we also know that faith and doubt are companions, not enemies. All Saints is a safe place to express doubt, ask questions, and deepen your faith over time in the company of God and the fellowship of a friendly congregation on the same journey.
What facilities do you have for children?
We have a Sunday School staffed by volunteers on Sunday mornings. Children rejoin their parents during communion. The Sunday School takes the summer off. Baby changing tables are located in the downstairs restrooms in the parish hall.
What facilities do you have for those with disabilities?
In our 100-year old building, our facilities are as accessible as they can be. The church building is wheelchair-accessible, and an elevator provides access to both floors of the parish hall.
How do I become a member?
Baptism is the means of entry into the church. Through baptism we symbolically begin our new life in Christ. That's why our baptismal font is near the main entrance to the building. We know we don't have a monopoly on Christ, so the Episcopal Church recognizes baptisms from other Christian traditions. Whether you've been baptized or not, come visit with us for a while, see how you feel here, and when you're ready to take the next step, talk to one of our clergy.
When are your services?
Services are on Sundays at 10 AM (70-90 minutes), and Wednesdays at 6 PM (30 minutes). Other special services are announced periodically.
What is worship like?
Worship at All Saints blends ancient traditions with a modern perspective. Candles, incense, bells, and chant are all part of how we experience God in our church (at least on Sundays...Wednesdays it's just the candles). At the same time we use modern language to clearly communicate the inclusive Good News of Christ.
So what's with all the bells and incense and stuff anyway?
In the Gospel according to St. Luke, Jesus is referred to by the name Emanuel, meaning "God with us". Our worship style reflects our belief that God is truly present with us, that something is really happening. There's a sense of physicality, emphasizing that God is not some far-off spirit, but a real presence in the here and now.
Who is welcome at All Saints?
You are. In the 1950s, All Saints was among the first Episcopal Churches in Indianapolis to integrate (the sign over our door saying "Everyone is Welcome" dates from that era). In the 1970s, we were the first Episcopal Church in the country authorized to ordain a woman as priest. In the 1980s we opened our pews to give the homeless a warm place to sleep during the winter, a ministry that became part of the Dayspring Center, an independent shelter for homeless families to the south of the church. And in the 1980s and 90s many in Indianapolis' gay community found a home at All Saints as we were one of the few churches in town willing to minister to those suffering from AIDS. So trust us when we say that whoever you are, we want you here.
What do I have to believe?
As a church we believe in the faith passed down through scripture, the creeds, and the tradition of the historic church. But we also know that faith and doubt are companions, not enemies. All Saints is a safe place to express doubt, ask questions, and deepen your faith over time in the company of God and the fellowship of a friendly congregation on the same journey.
What facilities do you have for children?
We have a Sunday School staffed by volunteers on Sunday mornings. Children rejoin their parents during communion. The Sunday School takes the summer off. Baby changing tables are located in the downstairs restrooms in the parish hall.
What facilities do you have for those with disabilities?
In our 100-year old building, our facilities are as accessible as they can be. The church building is wheelchair-accessible, and an elevator provides access to both floors of the parish hall.
How do I become a member?
Baptism is the means of entry into the church. Through baptism we symbolically begin our new life in Christ. That's why our baptismal font is near the main entrance to the building. We know we don't have a monopoly on Christ, so the Episcopal Church recognizes baptisms from other Christian traditions. Whether you've been baptized or not, come visit with us for a while, see how you feel here, and when you're ready to take the next step, talk to one of our clergy.