Fall at IPC

You're invited to a special Welcome Breakfast on Sunday, September 7 at 9:45 am in the Great Hall during the Sunday school hour. All are welcome to come enjoy breakfast, coffee, and fellowship as we celebrate the first Sunday back on our regular schedule. Whether you're new to IPC or looking to reconnect with your family of faith, this is a wonderful opportunity to gather and begin a new season together. There is no need to RSVP, just drop in anytime from 9:45 - 10:45 am. Sunday School classes will not meet on September 7 and officially kick off the fall semester on September 14.

The IPC Choir will sing the Service of Choral Evensong on Sunday, September 14, at 4:00 pm in the sanctuary. Directed from the organ by Dr. Jeff McLelland, the service will feature beautiful service music by contemporary British composer Joanna Forbes L’Estrange, and the monumental work Canterbury Te Deum by Grayston Ives. The service will be officiated by Rev. Nicole Newton. Come worship with us as we rest in the Heart of God.

Join us on Monday, September 15 at 7 pm at The Grocery for Beer & Hymns! Beer & Hymns is exactly what it sounds like. We sing old-timey hymns (plus a few new ones) while enjoying good food and beverages.

All 4th, 5th & 6th grade kids are encouraged to join us on September 27 from 9am - 2pm for our annual Bible Retreat. We will learn things that we didn't know, things that sound familiar, and things that we just plain...forgot. The following day, 4th Graders will receive their Deep Blue Bibles during the 11 am worship service.

Grow in faith and fellowship this fall by joining a Grace Group at IPC. October 12 through November 16, small groups will meet for six weeks to study "Matthew: The Gospel of Promised Blessings" by Matthew L. Skinner. Each Grace Group is led by members of IPC and meets at various times and locations, so you can find a group that’s a good fit for you. All groups follow the same study and offer a welcoming space to explore scripture in community, reminding us that faith is something we’re meant to grow in together. Registration opens Sunday, September 21
Reserve a spot online or sign-up in the Parlor. Registration form coming soon!

Each week, IPC volunteer tutors meet one-on-one with 3rd-graders at Hayes K-8 to help them build confidence and improve their literacy skills. The fall term runs from September 23 to December 17, and volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. A scripted, easy-to-follow curriculum is provided, and a background in education is not needed to volunteer. Please reach out to Marion Dukes, Director of the Children's Fresh Air Farm, if you are interested in learning more or signing up.

Volunteer with your family or a group to provide evening meals for the women and children staying at First Light. IPC will be providing evening meals September 22-25, 27, and 29-30.

We need volunteers to assist in transporting our #5 Plastics to Community on the Rise! Our box has been overwhelmed with plastics lately, and we need your help to keep this opportunity going! SUVs and trucks are recommended for transportation of the super sack due to its size. The #5s drop-off times at Community on the Rise are Mondays from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Community on the Rise is located at 112 14th St. N, next to Church of the Reconciler.

Donations can be dropped off or sent via a delivery service Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm to IPC Community Ministries' entrance on 31st Street South. Our current items needed include food and hygiene items.